Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Morning

An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday morning, Aug. 16. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace, enjoying the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light and citizen scientists, bring your iNaturalist app to add wildlife sightings!

LA County guidelines are being followed in requiring visitors to wear masks and social distance while visiting the Preserve.

The gate will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Friends of the Rosemont Preserve Committee members will be available to answer questions and present this community resource.

The Preserve is located at the north end of Rosemont Avenue, just past the chain link fence.
As street parking is limited, please park at Two
Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. Those planning on walking the trails should wear sturdy shoes. 

Those with mobility issues who require a closer parking spot should contact the Rosemont Preserve Committee.

This event is free to the public and suitable for all ages; no reservations required. Rain cancels. Sorry, no pets please. 

For further information, contact the Friends of the Rosemont Preserve at RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

GWP Western Reservoir and Bel Aire Electric Substation Improvements

On Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. Glendale Water & Power invites the community to provide input on
the future improvements to its Western Reservoir and Bel Aire Electric Substation. Site improvements include landscaping, fencing and drainage enhancements surrounding the reservoir along Raymond Avenue, Bel Aire Drive, and Western Avenue. The community is encouraged to join the meeting online and provide input via an online survey that will be provided after the meeting.

Registration for the virtual meeting is required. Please email GWPconservation@glendaleca.gov or call (818) 548-4828 with name, address and email address by Aug. 14 so registration instructions can be emailed.

Census Takers Begin Visiting Households

Census takers throughout Southern California have started following up with households that have not yet responded to the 2020 Census. 

The Census Bureau is visiting the non-responsive addresses in its database to collect responses in person. Households can still respond now by completing and mailing back the paper questionnaire received, by responding online at 2020census.gov, or by phone
at (844) 330-2020. Households can also respond online or by phone in one of 13 languages and find assistance in many more. Those who respond will not need to be visited to obtain their census response.

Census takers follow CDC and local public health guidelines when they visit. Census takers are hired from local communities. All census takers speak English and many are bilingual. If a census taker does not speak the householder’s language, the household may request a return visit from a census taker who does. Census takers also have materials on hand to help identify the household’s language. 

For more information, visit 2020census.gov.   

Submissions Accepted for
Beyond the Box

Glendale Arts and Culture Commission is now accepting artwork for Beyond the Box. Selected artists will paint murals on 30 City of Glendale utility boxes this fall. The program goal is to bring beauty to unexpected places such as utility boxes. Selected artists will each receive a $750 stipend to paint a utility box.

Interested artists must submit their applications by Sept. 18 and paint the weekend of October 16-18. Apply at https://tinyurl.com/y5byoagd.

Beyond the Box is supported by the City of Glendale Arts and Culture Commission with funding from the Urban Art Fund.