Above photo is from Fire Station 153 ribbon cutting on June 26. Station 153 was originally constructed in 1973. This project was a complete tear down and rebuild that includes new and innovative ways to protect the health and safety of our firefighters.


Cholla District Weekly Update

June 27, 2025


Dear Cholla Residents,


I am happy to share that the "Interim" title has been removed and Colby Brandt has been named Glendale's Police Chief.

Chief Colby Brandt is a 28 year veteran of the Glendale Police Department. He previously served as the Administrative Services Commander, overseeing training, personnel, budget, grants, audits, and research functions.

Chief Brandt’s prior roles include Patrol Officer, Property Crimes Detective, Auto Theft Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Neighborhood Response Squad Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, General Investigations Lieutenant and Gateway Patrol Commander.

Chief Brandt, a second-generation law enforcement officer, joined the Glendale Police Department in 1997. He is deeply committed to officer development, building regional partnerships and advancing public safety. His current priorities include strengthening traffic safety through enhanced speed enforcement tools and ensuring Glendale remains a safe and welcoming place for residents and visitors.

“I’m honored to lead the exceptional men and women of the Glendale Police Department and serve the community where I was born and raised,” said Chief Brandt. “I’ve had incredible mentors throughout my career who have prepared me to lead us into the future, and I’m grateful for the continued support of my wife and family, our elected officials, city management and community.”


I am incredibly proud of our police department and the fact the the last four chiefs appointed have been internal promotions. That indicates a healthy department that believes in providing growth and leadership opportunities to serve our city.



As always, please feel free to reach out with your questions and concerns.

I value your input and feedback.

Warm Regards,

Lauren


Lauren Tolmachoff

Glendale City Council, Cholla District

623-930-2249, Option 7 for Cholla

LTolmachoff@GlendaleAZ.com

STREETS/PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT UPDATE

Loop 101 widening project from 75th Avenue to I-17


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Reminder: 31st Avenue closed at Loop 101 this weekend, June 27-28

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following closure as part of the Loop 101 widening project between 75th Avenue and I-17.


31st Avenue will be closed in both directions at Loop 101 from 11 p.m. Friday, June 27, to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 28.


DETOUR: Drivers may use the Loop 101 frontage roads (Beardsley Road) and 35th Avenue to navigate around the closure.




Glendale Pavement Management Activity

  

The Pavement Management Program here is COMPLETE for the current Fiscal Year. City staff is currently and actively pursuing commitments and schedules from our contractors to address the remaining miles in the Cholla District for the next fiscal year. 


Project Info:  602.532.6250  




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