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Year in Review: Glendale 2025

Glendale City Council approved a $30 million flood control bond, paused library demolition, and welcomed new city manager Patrick Banger amid key 2025 development milestones.

  • On Oct. 14, the Glendale City Council voted unanimously to hire Patrick Banger as city manager, who starts Jan. 12 with a $400,000 salary, Mayor Jerry P. Weiers said he is a proven innovator.
  • On May 27, the Glendale City Council declared May 20 election results, with Proposition 401 rejected 13,324–13,815 and Proposition 402 approved, as Grant Fisher called it `a step in the right direction`.
  • The FAA awarded Glendale a $19 million grant to expand Glendale Regional Airport and develop 134 acres for corporate jets, linked to regional growth and VAI Resort demands.
  • Voters approved Bond Question 1 with 53% support to authorize $30 million for flood control, but rejected Bond Question 2; Levi Gibson said the city must reevaluate its budget.
  • On Jan. 14, the council halted plans to demolish the Velma Teague Library, pausing demolition amid public opposition, while advancing veterans recognition at Veteranos Park.
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The Glendale Star broke the news in on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
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