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Debate, Glendale style. Glendale is one of the West's essential cities, home to about 252,381 people and anchored by Westgate and downtown Glendale. The club brings that civic energy into structured debates on the questions Glendale cares about, from local issues to national ones.
These are planning targets. Read the current details before making travel or attendance plans.
Housing
More homes near jobs and transit could bring rents down. Neighbors worry about parking, traffic and the character of the streets they chose to live on.
Transit
Free fares could help the people who need transit most and fill more seats. Critics say the money is better spent making service faster and more reliable.
Economy
Supporters of public funding point to jobs, visitors and civic pride. Opponents ask why taxpayers should pay for a building whose profits go to an owner.
Economy
It gave workers flexibility and time back from commuting. It also emptied downtown offices and hurt the businesses that relied on them.
Civic life
Car-free streets could bring people, events and business into the center. Shop owners and drivers worry about access, deliveries and parking.
Organized by John Connor