City of Glendale

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City of Glendale

2018 – 2019

Incorporated in 1910, the City of Glendale was initially a small, farming town that grew into a prosperous city with a bustling downtown. Known as “Arizona’s Antique Capital” due to the large number of antique shops in its downtown corridor, Glendale’s past remains visible with many historic buildings and popular public events. Today, the city is home to many notable landmarks such as the State Farm football stadium, Gilar River Arena and historic Manistee Ranch. The combination of history, modern attractions and events, and nature has contributed to Glendale becoming a thriving city that is attractive to both residents and visitors alike.

Glendale faces several social, environmental and economic challenges; some that are common to cities across Arizona and others that are as unique as the city itself. These include water management and conservation, insufficient budgets, and sustainability impacts of city facilities. Partnering with Project Cities allows ASU students and the city of Glendale to co-create solutions that are tailored to the city while providing students hands-on experience with communities that prepare them for future careers.

City of Glendale projects

Recycling program enhancement plan

Taught by Albert “Al” Brown, students examined national standards as well as action taken by peer communities; students then developed an SOP guide, and a list of best practices and recommendations for the City of Glendale.

Resilient Recycling and Adapting to a Changing Market

Above-ground chemical storage tanks

Taught by Albert “Al” Brown, students examined national standards as well as action taken by peer communities; students then developed an SOP guide, and a list of best practices and recommendations for the city of Glendale.

Best Management Practices for Aboveground Storage Tanks

Fleet electrification transition planning

Taught by Deborah Salon, public planning students investigated a variety of research questions and compiled recommendations and best practices to assist the City in transitioning to an electric vehicle fleet

Taught by with Nathan Parker, a group of honors students conducted an in-depth SWOT analysis of a variety of charging station options, and provided recommendations on the best products for various needs.

Paving the Way for a Sustainable Municipal Fleet

Sustainability options for Glendale facilities master plan

Taught by Nicole Darnall, students developed recommendations for sustainable facilities management, particularly for the Glendale Field Operations Campus.

Building Sustainability into Municipal Facilities

Building Sustainability into Municipal Facilities


Digital media policy and strategy

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Taught by Stephen Carradini, students developed best practices and recommendations based on research and case studies from other organizations’ social media management practices.

Taught by Stephen Carradini, students developed a social media plan/policy document, and compiled best practices for the a new Social Media Manager position.

Leveraging Social Media for Community Engagement

Multi-generation community engagement

Taught by Katherine Clemens and Laura Tan, students developed plans for creating a youth advisory council in the community, including engagement with local educational organizations.

Taught by Malcolm Goggin, students examined a wide variety of strategies to engage with multiple constituencies in the community.

Activating the Next Generation of Community Leaders

Glendale in the news

ASU’s Project Cities program connects students with cities for a more sustainable state

The State Press,

February 11, 2019

Project Cities recognizes current community partner, Glendale AZ, while looking forward to new partnerships for 2019-20 academic year.

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