New Pedestrian Safety Measures Coming to Brand Boulevard

Glendale, CA · May 7, 2026

Good morning—keep an eye out for surveyors near the Galleria today as the city begins the first phase of the Brand Boulevard safety redesign. It’s a beautiful day to walk the shops before the afternoon warmth kicks in.

📰 The Lead

The Glendale City Council moved forward last night with the "Brand Boulevard for All" initiative, a comprehensive plan to reduce traffic speeds and increase pedestrian visibility along our busiest corridor. The project, which officially enters its surveying phase today, will eventually introduce "scramble" crosswalks—where all vehicle traffic stops to allow pedestrians to cross in every direction, including diagonally—at the intersections of Brand and Broadway, and Brand and Colorado. This move comes after a year of community workshops where residents expressed a desire for a more walkable downtown core. While construction won't begin in earnest until the fall, expect to see city crews marking pavement and collecting data throughout the week. It’s a significant shift toward prioritizing foot traffic in the heart of the city.

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🌤️ Today's Outlook

  • High 79°F · Low 54°F — Mainly clear
    • A light sweater is perfect for the morning, but you'll want sunglasses by noon.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Coffee with a Cop — Highlight Coffee, 9:00–10:30 AM Ask questions and meet your local officers in an informal setting.

  • Digital Literacy Workshop — Glendale Central Library, 2:00 PM Free hands-on help with navigating online government services and privacy settings.

  • Burbank: Rooftop Jazz Series — The Castaway, 6:30 PM A short drive for live music and sweeping views of the valley.

  • Pasadena: Moonlight Movie Night — City Hall Centennial Square, 7:30 PM Outdoor screening of a classic film; bring chairs and a warm blanket.

  • Open Mic Night — The Glendale Room, 8:00 PM Local comedians and poets take the stage for a fast-paced evening.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • Brand Library & Art Center
    • Housed in the 1904 "Miradero" mansion, this stunning Saracenic-style landmark was modeled after the East Indian Pavilion from the 1893 World’s Fair. It remains one of the few public libraries in the country dedicated exclusively to art and music.

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