2026 State of the City | Mayor David Fredendall

The City of Glendora held its 2026 State of the City event on May 12, 2026, featuring Mayor David Fredendall's keynote address and a panel discussion with city directors and managers. The meeting highlighted the city's strategic plan for 2025-2027, focusing on suburban living, business growth, and infrastructure improvements. Significant procurement and capital projects were discussed, including the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a general plan update consultant, and multiple infrastructure projects such as Lone Hill Avenue rehabilitation ($2 million, currently out to bid), Finkbiner Park stormwater capture ($18.4 million, in design), North Glendora Avenue water reservoir replacement ($8.4 million, in design with bidding soon), and water and street improvements on Glendora and Cypress Avenues ($5.4 million, construction planned for late 2026). The city also detailed its pavement management efforts, aiming to improve the pavement condition index from 63 to 70 over seven years, requiring an additional $3.5 million annually. Funding sources include Measure E, Measure Z, Measure W, and Community Development Block Grants totaling $290,650 for community improvements. The meeting also addressed public safety, homelessness outreach, and community engagement initiatives. Panelists committed to providing written responses to public questions and encouraged ongoing community interaction with city staff.