Glendale
California
City Of Glendale
History :
In 1798 Corporal Jose Maria Berdugo (later changed to Verdugo) established title to the Rancho San Rafael. The Rancho included most of present day Glendale, Burbank, Eagle Rock and Highland Park. In 1831, Jose Maria Verdugo died and passed the Rancho San Rafael to his son and daughter (Julio and Catalina). It was not until 30 years later (1861) that Julio and Catalina divided the Rancho between them. A series of smaller divisions took place until a court decision known as the "Great Partition" was made in 1871 dissolving the Rancho San Rafael. As smaller parcels were created, many homes and businesses were developed. Six individuals contributed land to create the original 150 acre townsite which was named Glendale. This was platted, filed and recorded,with the County Recorder as the "Town of Glendale" in 1887.
In 1906 the City was incorporated. It consisted of 1,486 acres. By 1920, the City had grown through nine annexations to over 7,000 acres. From 1920 to 1930, ten annexations brought the total area to 12,294 acres. The period 1930 to 1950 established many small annexations culminating in the 2,160 acre Whiting Woods and Verdugo Mountains annexations. This brought the area of the City to 15,140 acres or 23.6 square miles. Two major annexations, New York Avenue (in the La Crescenta area) and Upper Chevy Chase Canyon, and several smaller annexations enlarged the City to 29.2 square miles by 1952. Since 1952, twenty-seven annexations have occurred. The largest of these was the 662.8 acre Inter-Valley Ranch, now known as the George Dukemejian Wilderness Park Currently the City consists of 30.5 square miles
The City of Glendale is divided into 34 neighborhoods which are delineated by streets, washes, and mountain ridges. Each neighborhood has a unique history and character and as these neighborhoods developed, they combined to form the City of Glendale as we know it today.
In addition, the City of Glendale is divided into Census Tracts. These are geographical areas for statistical purposes. Tract boundaries were established cooperatively by a local committee and the United States Bureau of the Census.
Recent News
Trails and Open Space Newsletter - January 2024
Happy New Year! From your Friends at Trails & Open Space Volunteer Workdays Riverwalk Workday Glendale Narrows Riverwalk 300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, January 13, 2024 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Spend the…
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December 2023 RSVP using the links below or visit www.GlendaleCA.gov/Trails Volunteer Workdays Riverwalk Fall Tree Planting Glendale Narrows Riverwalk Confluence Park 300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, December 2, 2023 9:00…
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Winter 2023-2024 Leisure Guide Now Available Online! The Leisure Guide is our quarterly e-publication where you can find information about programs, classes, services, and events that we are offering that season. You'll find classes and activities…
Read More »City Of Glendale Community Newsletter - August 24, 2023
YOUR GLENDALE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: The stories behind the headlines. YOUR GLENDALE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER: You only have your word, independence, and honesty. Please: Some of our subscribers only receive this newsletter in text. If you would…
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Dog Park Community Workshops Join us at an upcoming community workshop to find out about the city’s dog park planning process and to give feedback on your preferred dog park amenities and potential dog park locations! Additionally, workshop…
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Read More »City Of Glendale News - May 15, 2023
This publication is brought to you by Mayor Dan Brotman and City Councilmembers Paula Devine, Ara Najarian, Ardy Kassakhian, and Elen Asatryan. A Message from the City Manager, Roubik Golanian Do you want to help shape the future of Glendale?…
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Summer 2023 Leisure Guide Now Available Online The Leisure Guide is our quarterly e-publication where you can find information about programs, classes, services, and events that we are offering that season. You'll find classes and activities that…
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Volunteer Workdays Riverwalk Workday 300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, May 13, 2023 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Spend the morning working next to the Los Angeles River on the City of Glendale's Riverwalk. We need volunteers…
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Summer Day Camp Registration Begins Monday, May 1, 2023 Summer Day Camp registration begins Monday, May 1st! Don't forget to provide proof of residency by THIS THURSDAY, April 27 to guarantee access to resident registration and fees on Monday! …
Read More »City Of Glendale: GWP From The Source Newsletter - April 2023
Quick Links Pay Your Bill / Access Your Account Enroll In Outage Text Alerts Report/View Outage Map You're Invited to Solar Discovery Faire Join us on April 29, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Roosevelt Middle School for a day of fun in the…
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One Glendale, After School Youth Sports Program Basketball Championship Evening Pacific Community Center 501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204 March 3, 2023 Consolation Game: 6:30 p.m. Championship Game: 7:30 p.m. We invite you to the…
Read More »City Of Glendale Trails And Open Space Newsletter -March 2023
March 2023 For more information, call (818) 548-3795 RSVP using the links below or visit www.glendaleca.gov/trails Volunteer Workdays Riverwalk Workday 300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, March 11, 2023 8:00 a.m. – 11:00…
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Read More »City Of Glendale - Spring 2023 Leisure Guide Now Available Online
Spring Leisure Guide Now Available Online: Spring Break Camp Registration Opens February 13 Class Registration Opens February 21 The Leisure Guide is our quarterly e-publication where you can find information about programs, classes, services, and…
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February 2023, Volume 21, Issue 1 Quick Links Pay Your Bill / Access Your Account Enroll In Outage Text Alerts Report/View Outage Map Contact Us Customer Service: 855-550-4497 Phone Payments: 855-798-1539 Email Us Update on Drought…
Read More »City Of Glendale Trails And Open Space Newsletter - February 2023
February 2023 For more information, call (818) 548-3795 RSVP using the links below or visit www.glendaleca.gov/trails Volunteer Workdays Lend a Hand at Brand 1601 West Mountain, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, February 4, 2023 8:00 a.m. –…
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Read More »City Of Glendale Newsletter - January 13, 2023
A Message from the City Manager, Roubik Golanian Happy New Year, Glendale! As they say, New Year, NEWsletter. Our team is always looking for ways to better serve you. Thank you for responding to our survey and sharing your thoughts on City…
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One Glendale, After School Youth Sports Program Volleyball Championship Evening Pacific Community Center 501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204 January 20, 2023 Consolation Game: 6:30 p.m. Championship Game: 7:30 p.m. We invite you to the…
Read More »City Of Glendale News - December 6, 2022
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Meet Acorn, our Volunteer Elf! 'Tis the Season! Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony City Hall Perkins Plaza 613 E. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206 December 1, 2022 6:00 p.m. Join us for the annual lighting of the City Hall tree, special…
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Interpretive Programs Birdwalk on the Riverwalk Glendale Narrows Riverwalk 300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201 Saturday, December 3, 2022 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Join us for our annual bird watching trek along the Los Angeles River in the…
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