VIDEO: School Zone Safety

Student drop off and pick up in school zones can be challenging and stressful but the safety of our children always comes first, no matter what. Here are some safety tips to remember when dropping off and picking up children at school. 

May is Building Safety Month

For the past 37 years cities around the world have used the Month of May to help raise awareness about building safety. We invite you to join us as we highlight several important topics during this year’s Building Safety Month. Our Building & Safety Division is planning many events to highlight this year’s theme: Code Officials - Partners in Community Safety & Economic Growth. 

-  Week 1: Mentoring the Next Generation of Building Professional
-  Week 2: Building Design Solutions for All Ages
-  Week 3: Manage the Damage – Preparing for Natural Disasters
-  Week 4: Investing in Technology for Safety, Energy & Water Efficiency

Having a strong and effective building & safety program ensures that the buildings in our community are constructed to resist catastrophic failure in the event of earthquakes, fires, wind storms and floods. Our team also work to conserve natural resources by making sure structures are energy & water efficient and also built to last. We strive to make certain that the places that you go to for dining, entertainment & shopping, are accessible to everyone; and finally, we work tirelessly to assure you that the buildings you use to shelter your families are safe and secure. 

The Next Generation

Join us during Building Safety Month as we seek to inspire the future generations of Building and Safety professional. Nationwide, individuals who currently work to process permits, review plans and inspect work are nearing retirement age. It is estimated that 50% of the technical experts in the building profession, including inspectors and plans examiners, are within 5 years of retirement. This is a tremendous opportunity for individuals who are inspired by well-constructed buildings and are seeking careers in the building trades.

If you love working with people, want to contribute to the community and are fascinated with buildings, we invite you to join us at our Building & Safety Career Fair on Wednesday May 24th in the City Hall Plaza. Representatives from public agencies, private firms and the International Code Council (ICC), which publishes the building code adopted throughout California, will be present. Please take this opportunity to network and to talk to dozens of individuals about potential career opportunities in the Building & Safety field and related industries. Learn about the rising need for people that can utilize technology, can read plans, and understand building systems (i.e. framing, electrical wiring, mechanical & plumbing systems). 

Please visit our Building Safety Month website to learn more about what we are doing during the month of May. 

Glendale Tech on Tap

Glendale Tech on Tap has three events coming up in March and April that you do not want to miss! 

Glendale Tech on Tap is a monthly meet-up created to strengthen the ecosystem of technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in Glendale. To learn more, visit www.meetup.com/Glendale-Tech-on-Tap.

Thursday, March 2:

The Growth of Ransomware and What Business Can Do to Protect Themselves.

Meet Mr. Ara Aslanian, a Glendale-based entrepreneur, as he talks about the tools you need to protect yourself, your business and your wallet from falling victim to ransomware attacks.

When: Thursday, March 2, 2017 from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM 

Where: The Antaeus Theatre Company (110 E. Broadway Avenue, Glendale, CA.)

 This event is free but space is limited so please RSVP.

2016 Year-In-Review

Watch our highlights reel to get a taste of some of our accomplishments for 2016, featuring housing, economic development, urban design, building & safety and more.