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H1N1 (Swine) Flu Information and Resources
The public may call 602-263-8856 or 800-352-3792 – 24 hours a day, seven days a week to speak with bi-lingual staff about general questions about H1N1 flu (commonly known as swine flu), learn how it is affecting our local community as well as learn Web sites and telephone numbers for more information. For more information and resources, click here. |
Main Street Glendale and USA Basketball Financing Approved
La Paz County Industrial Authority has approved $1.2 billion in bond financing for Arizona based HB Equities. Considered one of the largest bond authority approvals in the state’s history, the bulk of the bonds will be used to fund the Main Street development; a major mixed-use commercial development surrounding the state’s new Camelback Ranch Glendale spring training facility and site of the future USA Basketball headquarters. Read more | About USA Basketball. |
Spring Training Baseball Comes to Glendale - Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona Is Ready to Play Ball!
Cactus League Spring Training fever joins Glendale's all-star lineup of sports offerings this season with the opening of the state-of-the-art Camelback Ranch in Glendale. Read more
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Glendale Police Make Arrest On 2002 Murder Suspect
Just after 6:00 am on the morning of August 29, 2002, the deceased body of Bicente Flores was discovered near 61st Avenue and Gardenia. Investigators described the death as a brutal murder and asked for the community’s assistance with information on solving the case. With help from the public and evidence in the case, Glendale Police were able to arrest 37 year old Tony Guillen this morning (01/27/09) in connection to the murder of Bicente Flores. Read more |
USA Basketball Is Coming to Glendale
The national governing body for men’s and women’s basketball will be the latest sporting gem to join Glendale’s all-star sports and entertainment line up thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding approved by the Glendale City Council Nov. 18, 2008. City officials formally announced plans to bring USA Basketball to the city’s Sports and Entertainment District during a press conference held at the Glendale Media Center. Read more>> | Online Photo Gallery
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Info on the Dodgers and White Sox Name New Spring Training Home
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox will soon move into their two-team, state-of-the-art Spring Training campus in Glendale, Ariz. Find out what you need to know by visiting our Spring Training page. Read more>> | Job Inquiries | Ticket Info |
Give a Gift From the Heart
From the Heart puts your donation to work every day to make life better for countless Glendale residents. Whether serving meals to the elderly, giving emergency help to homeless families or supporting abused children, From the Heart gives agencies that provide services to our neighbors a helping hand. To allow your dollars to go further, the BHHS Legacy Foundation matches every dollar donated to From the Heart by 50 percent. Read more>> |
Services, Advice Regarding Home Foreclosures
There are several resources that contain excellent information, which address the challenges posed by the foreclosure crisis. This Web page features an array of resources to help you deal with a foreclosure situation whether you are a homeowner, a concerned resident or a prospective homebuyer. Read more
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Glendale's Green House
Habitat House Leads the Way with Energy Efficient "Green Building," the First Affordable Platinum LEED Certified Habitat Home in Arizona
Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona is building its first Platinum Level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified home in Glendale and the entire state of Arizona. Learn more |
Foreclosure Assistance and Information
• Concerned about an abandoned home in your neighborhood?
• Concerned about your mortgage or need foreclosure assistance?
New city Web page provides guidance to residents on these topics plus resource guides, downloads, contact information and more.
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2008 Glendale Hispanic Network Breakfast
Join us as the Glendale Hispanic Network presents Frank Camacho as the keynote speaker for the 2008 Glendale Hispanic Network Breakfast. Mr. Camacho is the weekend news co-anchor/
general assignment reporter for 3TV, AZ Family. The event is scheduled for October 16, 2008, at the Glendale Civic Center. For ticket information and more details, click here. |
Glendale Diversity Committee Presents Arab American Festival
Mark your calendars for an exciting celebration of food, art, entertainment and culture as Historic Downtown Glendale hosts the Arab American Festival. Presented in part by the Glendale Diversity Committee, this free fun-filled event will be held on Saturday and Sunday, November 1-2, 2008, from noon until 9 p.m. each day. Read more>> |
Primary Election Results
The city of Glendale recently held a citywide election giving residents the opportunity to vote for mayor and councilmembers in three specific council districts. For more information about the election, click here | Results |
AVP Crocs Tour Sanderson Ford Glendale Best of the Beach Comes to Westgate City Center September 25-27
The AVP rolls into Glendale again for an exciting round of the best in beach volleyball with the season-ending Best of the Beach matchups Sept. 25-27. The event features the top 12 individual men and the top 12 individual women on the tour and will be played at Westgate City Center, Arizona’s premiere sports and entertainment complex. Click here to go to the Westgate City Center Web site for more info! |
Glendale Centerline Project
Coined the Glendale Centerline Project, the Glendale City Council has made the redevelopment of the Glendale Avenue Corridor a priority for the community. Currently, the Council is involved in an intensive redevelopment visioning and planning process. Read more |
25th Annual Fire Prevention Day & Parade - Saturday, October 4
The parade starts at 52nd Avenue and Glendale Avenue and will end at Murphy Park and includes fire vehicles, bands, clowns, scouts and much more! Come join in the fun!
More info>> | Event Poster (pdf) |
Upcoming Community Conversations with Mayor Elaine Scruggs
Mayor Scruggs created Community Conversations to provide an opportunity to discuss broad policy issues that shape Glendale’s present and future. RSVP online>> | Event Postcard (pdf) |
Get the Most Out of GlendaleAz.com!
Click here for a short video to learn more about the cool features offered on your city Web site! (.mov file) |
Senior Safety: Late Life Lessons
Join the Glendale Police Department for a FREE, comprehensive
class in "Senior Safety: Late Life Lessons" on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St. from 1 p.m.—2 p.m.
Event Flyer (pdf). Also mark your calendars for our Protect Your Property Forum on Sept. 8. Event Flyer (pdf) |
Travel Safe with Glendale's Transporation Education Tips
Glendale's Transportation Education Division works to educate the public on safe travel practices, from summer road trip essentials to bike helmet awareness to helpful hints to make the most out of our public transit options and more. Check us out. Read more>>
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Glendale Monsoon Ready
The monsoon is here and runs through September. Glendale residents have a new tool to help them prepare for the season's storms. Find out more about the new Glendale Monsoon Ready Web site as well as a monsoon preparedness program brought to you from Glendale 11.
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Going Green in Glendale
The city of Glendale offers a variety of services, education programs, tips and events to help Glendale residents, visitors and business owners practice a green lifestyle. The Going Green Web page serves as a one-stop shop with shortcuts to many departments and programs throughout the city. Read more >>
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Christmas in July - Celebrate in Historic Downtown Glendale!
The weather may be frightful, but shopping in downtown Glendale during Christmas in July will be delightful! Celebrate the joy of the season early on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and enjoy a fun-filled day of holiday crafts, sweet treats and exclusive deals in Historic Downtown Glendale. Read more >>
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Important Information About Abandoned Shopping Carts
The city of Glendale does not handle the retrieval of such carts or any part of the process. There is a local company that many retail stores contract with to carry out these services. To report an abandoned cart, residents can contact Arizona Cart Retrieval by calling 1-800-THE-CART.
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Help in the Heat
Whether you’re a new resident to the Valley or a native, everyone needs to stay alert to the dangers of the high seasonal temperatures. The city of Glendale offers the following tips to stay safe from heat-related illnesses.
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Important Pool Safety Tips
Glendale safety officials urge people to take the right steps to ensure their summer swimming and water fun is safe. Read more | Pool Ordinance | Click here to download our water safety pledge certificate.
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2008-09 Budget Book
The Glendale City Council unanimously approved the city’s 2008-09 budget on June 24, 2008. In addition to adopting the next fiscal year’s budget, the Council voted on the property tax levy, which amounted to a decrease of approximately 2.5 cents.
View the book:  Click here for the FY09 Preliminary Budget Book (PDF)
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