Glendale Council Votes – October 6, 2026
The Glendale City Council met Tuesday, October 6, 2026, approving three ordinances, extending the city’s senior nutrition contract, and moving forward with an artificial turf project at the Glendale Sports Complex despite public opposition.
The artificial turf proposal generated the evening’s most significant debate and was approved by a divided council.
Below is the voting record and action taken on each agenda item, followed by details of the major issues discussed.
How They Voted
| Agenda Item | Asatryan | Brotman | Gharpetian | Bartrosouf | Kassakhian | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5(a) Meeting Minutes | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | APPROVED 5–0 |
| 5(b) Sports Complex Artificial Turf | YES | NO | YES | NO | YES | APPROVED 3–2 |
| 5(c) Waste Management Outreach Contract | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | APPROVED 5–0 |
| 9(a) Personal Delivery Devices | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | ADOPTED 5–0 |
| 9(b) Scavenging Ordinance | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | ADOPTED 5–0 |
| 9(c) Commercial Special Events | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | ADOPTED 5–0 |
| 10(a) Senior Nutrition Contract | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | APPROVED 5–0 |
| 10(b) Fire Department Medical Equipment | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | APPROVED 5–0 |
Note: Items 5(b) and 5(c) were removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion and votes. Item 5(a), approving the September 22 meeting minutes, was approved separately.
At a Glance
- Artificial Turf: Council approved plans and specifications for Field 3 at the Glendale Sports Complex by a 3–2 vote, with Brotman and Bartrosouf opposed.
- Waste Management: Approved a $337,090 public outreach agreement with ReCREATE Waste Collaborative LLC.
- Delivery Robots: Adopted an ordinance requiring city operating agreements before personal delivery devices may operate on public rights-of-way.
- Scavenging: Adopted restrictions on removing materials from refuse and recycling containers.
- Commercial Events: Adopted an ordinance prohibiting unauthorized interference with permitted commercial special events.
- Senior Nutrition: Extended the TRIO Community Meals contract through November 2028.
- Fire Department: Approved Teleflex as the standard supplier of intraosseous medical equipment.
What the Council Decided
Item 5(b) — Glendale Sports Complex Artificial Turf Project
APPROVED 3–2
YES: Asatryan, Gharpetian, Kassakhian
NO: Brotman, Bartrosouf
The council approved plans and specifications for replacing Field 3 at the Glendale Sports Complex with artificial turf and authorized the City Clerk to advertise the project for construction bids.
The item was pulled from the consent calendar after residents requested separate consideration.
Several speakers urged the council to reconsider the project, citing concerns about extreme heat, potential health effects, plastic waste and environmental impacts.
Opponents proposed maintaining natural grass and investigating newer grass-field technologies incorporating underground irrigation and stormwater collection systems.
City staff explained that the artificial turf project resulted from a planning process dating back several years, including a lifecycle analysis and previous council direction.
The discussion highlighted competing concerns about field durability, recreational use, water consumption and environmental sustainability.
Councilmembers Brotman and Bartrosouf opposed moving forward, while Asatryan, Gharpetian and Kassakhian supported the resolution.
The approval authorizes the city to solicit bids; a construction contract was not awarded at this meeting.
Item 5(c) — Waste Management Public Outreach Contract
APPROVED 5–0
The council unanimously approved a three-year professional services agreement with ReCREATE Waste Collaborative LLC for public outreach related to regulatory compliance within the city’s Integrated Waste Management operations.
The contract has a maximum value of $337,090.
Councilmembers discussed the importance of effective public education, waste reduction and improved information about the city’s recycling and waste-management programs.
The council also directed staff to examine additional opportunities involving waste audits and related program improvements.
Item 9(a) — Personal Delivery Devices
ADOPTED 5–0
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance regulating personal delivery devices, commonly known as delivery robots, on public rights-of-way.
The ordinance prohibits deployment or operation of these devices unless an operating agreement has been established with the city.
The measure was introduced by Councilmember Asatryan on September 22 and returned October 6 for adoption.
Councilmembers discussed the distinction between the ordinance itself and requirements that may be included in future operating agreements.
Item 9(b) — Scavenging From Refuse and Recycling Containers
ADOPTED 5–0
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance amending Section 8.44.050 and adding Section 8.44.065 to the Glendale Municipal Code.
The ordinance addresses scavenging from containers used for refuse, yard trimmings and recyclable materials.
The measure was introduced by Councilmember Gharpetian at the September 29 meeting and returned for adoption on October 6.
Item 9(c) — Commercial Special Event Regulations
ADOPTED 5–0
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance adding Section 5.88.050 to the Glendale Municipal Code.
The ordinance prohibits unauthorized participation in or interference with permitted commercial special events, including activities that violate permit conditions or occur without the consent and over the objection of the permit holder.
Councilmember Gharpetian introduced the ordinance on September 29.
The October 6 vote completed its adoption.
Item 10(a) — Senior Nutrition Program Contract Extension
APPROVED 5–0
The council unanimously approved a two-year extension of the city’s agreement with TRIO Community Meals LLC, continuing catering services for Glendale’s Elderly Nutrition Program through November 30, 2028.
The agreement includes two meal-rate adjustments:
- 6% increase beginning December 1, 2026.
- Additional 3% increase beginning December 1, 2027.
During discussion, councilmembers clarified that these increases concern the city’s cost of purchasing meals rather than fees charged to eligible seniors.
The program continues to provide meals to qualifying participants without charge.
Item 10(b) — Fire Department Medical Equipment
APPROVED 5–0
The council unanimously approved a resolution establishing Teleflex Medical Supply Corporation as the city’s standard vendor for intra-osseous medical equipment and supplies used by the Glendale Fire Department.
The action dispenses with competitive bidding for the specified equipment and authorizes the city’s purchasing division to procure the necessary supplies.
The discussion included clarification of the department’s purchasing requirements and the need to maintain access to standardized emergency medical equipment.
Additional Council Actions
Following the scheduled agenda, the council approved several legal actions under New Business.
| Action | Vote |
|---|---|
| Authorization of outside legal counsel for specified litigation matters | APPROVED 5–0 |
| Settlement of Castanon v. City of Glendale for $45,000 | APPROVED 5–0 |
| Settlement of Moradian v. City of Glendale for $150,000 | APPROVED 5–0 |
The two settlements totaled $195,000.
Other Meeting Highlights
Domestic Violence Awareness Month — Item 4(b)
The city proclaimed October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Councilmember Asatryan called for stronger support for survivors, expanded outreach and additional attention to domestic violence prevention.
Hispanic Heritage Month — Item 4(c)
The city recognized Hispanic Heritage Month and the contributions of Glendale’s Hispanic and Latino communities.
Southern California Open Chess Tournament — Item 4(d)
Representatives of the American Chess Academy discussed the tournament’s growth and Glendale’s potential to become a prominent destination for competitive chess.
Pedestrian Safety
Councilmember Brotman addressed a serious pedestrian collision at Colorado Street and Everett Street that resulted in one death and another person being critically injured. He called for stronger pedestrian safety measures and improvements to dangerous intersections.
Proposed Water Rate Adjustments
The council announced upcoming community meetings concerning proposed Glendale Water & Power rate adjustments. The proposed changes would begin in January 2027 if approved.
The Bottom Line
The October 6 council meeting was marked by broad agreement on most agenda items, including three ordinance adoptions and two city service contracts.
The major exception was the 3–2 vote on artificial turf at the Glendale Sports Complex, which exposed differing views among councilmembers over environmental concerns, public health, maintenance costs and recreational needs.
With Brotman and Bartrosouf voting against the project, the remaining three councilmembers approved moving forward with the bidding process.
The council also authorized $195,000 in legal settlements and adopted new regulations affecting public spaces and commercial events.
Source: Glendale City Council Meeting Agenda — October 6, 2026 and meeting video transcript.
