Hassan Haghani was hired as Glendale's Planning Administrator in
2003, and served as the City's Director of Community
Development since 2010. During this time, the has City transformed through
Hassan’s vision to make Glendale a better place in which to live, work and
play. Under his leadership, the Department and the City of Glendale have been recognized by many professional organizations
including the American Planning Association - Los Angeles and California
Chapters, the California Building Officials (CALBO), HUD, the Southern California
Association of Governments and others.
His energy and enthusiasm has bred a unique culture of teamwork
and camaraderie within the Department; his absence will be felt within the
entire organization. His staff wish him much success in his new endeavor as the
Executive Director for the Planning & Building Agency in the City of Santa
Ana.
Economic Development Director, Philip Lanzafame has been appointed
Interim Director of Community Development until a new director is named.
