City Council
Agenda Items (9)
Flag Salute: Council Member
Report of the City Clerk, re: Posting of Agenda. The Agenda for the February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Glendale City Council was Posted on February 19, 2026, on the Bulletin Board Outside City Hall.
City Clerk, re: Minutes of the Special City Council Meetings of January 27, 2026 and February 3, 2026
Summary
This item concerns the minutes from two Special City Council Meetings held on January 27, 2026, and February 3, 2026. The January 27th meeting included approval of a revised Request for Proposals (RFP) for Tennis Operations at Glorietta Park and acceptance of the Montrose Shopping Park Business Improvement District's 2026 Budget and Work Plan. The February 3rd meeting focused on an update regarding the Beeline Comprehensive Operational Analysis.
Citizen Impact
These minutes document administrative actions and operational updates, including decisions on park services and business improvement districts, with no direct impact on residents' daily lives beyond the services discussed.
Confidence
high
Community Development, re: Contract Amendment with True North Compliance Services in the amount of $300,000 for Plan Check Services (Contract #8002154) Motion to authorize contract amendment with True North by $300,000 for new not-to-exceed amount of $700,000 to provide as-needed Plan Check Services
Summary
This item authorizes a contract amendment with True North Compliance Services to increase their not-to-exceed amount by $300,000, bringing the total to $700,000. This amendment allows the city to continue utilizing True North for as-needed Plan Check Services, which supplement in-house building and safety services. True North has been used more frequently than other vendors due to their specialization and expertise, helping to maintain reasonable permit timelines. The existing agreement runs from July 2023 to July 2028, and the additional funds will be used only as needed within the new total limit. This amendment does not require a new appropriation, as the funds are within the current fiscal year's budget.
Citizen Impact
This contract amendment ensures that plan check services continue without significant delays, supporting the development community and potentially speeding up building permit processes for residents and businesses.
Confidence
high
Public Works, re: Adopt Specifications for Maintenance and Repair of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems and Specifications for Maintenance and Repair of Emergency Power Generators and Amend Existing Contract Resolution adopting Specification No. 4036 for Maintenance and Repair of HVAC Systems at Various Facilities for the City of Glendale and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids Resolution adopting Specification No. 4037 for Maintenance and Repair of Emergency Power Generators at Various Facilities for the City of Glendale and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids Motion Amending the existing Citywide Maintenance and Repairs of Generators Contract No. 8001441 with Global Power Group, Inc
Summary
The City Council is considering adopting new specifications for the maintenance and repair of HVAC systems (Specification No. 4036) and emergency power generators (Specification No. 4037) at various city facilities. These new specifications will allow the city to solicit competitive bids for new five-year maintenance contracts. Additionally, the council will consider amending the existing contract (No. 8001441) with Global Power Group, Inc. for generator services. This amendment would increase the contract amount by $75,000, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $716,780, to cover unforeseen repairs through the contract's expiration on October 31, 2026. The estimated annual cost for HVAC services is $600,000, and for generator services is $175,000, with funding requested in the proposed FY 2026-27 budget.
Citizen Impact
These actions ensure the continued operation and maintenance of essential building systems like heating, cooling, and backup power for city facilities, which impacts the reliability of public services and the comfort of public spaces. The amendment to the generator contract will be absorbed by the Public Works Department, meaning no direct cost increase to residents at this time.
Confidence
high
Public Works, re: Construction Contract Amendment for the Pacific Park/Edison Elementary School Artificial Turf Replacement Project Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee execute an amendment to the Construction Contract with Bedrock Group, Inc. for the Pacific Park/Edison Elementary School Artificial Turf Replacement Project, Specification No. 4016R, to increase the not-to-exceed amount of $1,117,900 by $60,000, for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $1,177,900, and with a new 10% contingency in the amount of $117,790
Summary
This item authorizes an amendment to the construction contract with Bedrock Group, Inc. for the Pacific Park/Edison Elementary School Artificial Turf Replacement Project. The amendment increases the contract's not-to-exceed amount by $60,000, bringing the total to $1,177,900. Additionally, it increases the contingency reserve by $6,000, for a new total contingency of $117,790. The original contract was approved on October 7, 2025, for $1,117,900. The increase is due to a typographical error in the original bid amount listed in the staff report and motion.
Citizen Impact
Residents can expect the Pacific Park/Edison Elementary School artificial turf replacement project to proceed with the corrected funding amount. The project is scheduled for completion by the end of February.
Confidence
high
Police Department, re: Selection of Most Qualified Proposer for Jail Medical Services Provide Resolution awarding a contract for jail medical services to Shield Telehealth Medical Services as the most qualified proposer and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into a three-year Agreement with City options for two one-year renewals for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,018,238
Summary
The City Council is set to award a contract for jail medical services to Shield Telehealth Medical Services as the most qualified proposer. This resolution authorizes the City Manager to enter into a three-year agreement, with options for two one-year renewals, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,018,238. Shield Telehealth was selected over Vital Medical Services after a review process that included scoring on qualifications, service requirements, and fee structure. Shield's proposal included additional services such as expedited access to urgent care and on-site nursing during weekend nights, which are expected to save officer time. The current contract with Vital Medical Services expires on June 30, 2026.
Citizen Impact
This contract ensures continued provision of essential medical services for arrestees in the GPD jail. Residents can expect continuity of care for individuals in custody, with the selected provider offering enhanced services that may improve efficiency within the police department.
Confidence
high
Community Development, re: Consideration of a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) Program Motion to initiate code amendment related to transfer of development rights (TDR) program, and provide direction on program parameters; Motion to note and file report
Summary
The City Council is considering the initiation of a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program. This program would allow unused development potential from underutilized City-owned properties (like parking lots) to be sold and transferred to private developments in designated high-growth areas, such as the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP) or Tropico. The goals are to increase housing production, generate revenue for the City, and manage future development by creating a regulated marketplace for density transfer. The program would primarily involve City properties as 'donor sites' and private developments as 'receiver sites'. Staff recommends that receiving properties be limited to high-growth areas, that the transfer increase density by no more than 10-25%, that inclusionary zoning policies apply to the transferred area, and that development standards generally be retained with modest height increases allowed. The program would not apply to properties being updated as part of the Land Use Element at this time, but could be considered later as a tool to mitigate state legislation like SB79.
Citizen Impact
This program aims to facilitate increased housing production and potentially generate revenue for the city. Residents may see new developments in designated high-growth areas that include additional density transferred from city-owned parcels.
Confidence
high
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