City Council Workshop August 12, 2025

The Glendale City Council workshop held on August 12, 2025, focused on several community and regulatory issues with significant procurement and budget implications. Key procurement-related discussions included a proposal to humanely remove and relocate the overpopulated peafowl in Swarro Ranch Park and surrounding areas. The city staff recommended partnering with Raptor Events for relocation services at approximately $425 per bird, with an estimated total cost around $50,000. The council reached consensus to move forward with this plan and to amend city ordinances to prohibit feeding the birds to control population growth. Additionally, the council discussed adopting an ordinance to regulate electric bicycles and scooters, including age restrictions, helmet requirements, and usage rules on sidewalks and roadways. Staff will draft ordinance language and return for further council review. Other procurement-related updates included a $3.5 million solid waste disposal expansion project completed on time and under budget, and a $42 million road safety and intersection improvement initiative funded by federal grants. The council also approved amendments to the parking citation ordinance to align with current practices. No formal votes were taken during the workshop, but consensus was reached on key items to be brought back for formal action in future meetings.