The initial Visioning Study was completed and approved by the City Council in November 2022. The study developed a high-level vision, including but not limited to, conceptual design, programming, and integration of a re-imagined Verdugo Wash into the existing and potential land use framework of the City. The study helped begin the transformation from the utilitarian design of the Wash (as a flood control channel) into a significant contributor to the City’s character and amenities. The original tributary path will be revitalized, biodiversity will be reactivated, and the community will be reconnected with an active transportation corridor.
Review the entire Verdugo Wash Visioning Report
Next Steps City Council approved proceeding with a second-phase study which will commence later this year. Assemblymember Laura Friedman provided $6 million to conduct this study.
The reimagining of the Verdugo Wash will provide Glendale residents with a safe option for moving around the city without having to fight vehicular traffic. This project will bring jobs into the city, create commuter routes for pedestrians and cyclists, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. I look forward to this sustainable gem that will be added to our Jewel City.
— Mayor Ardy Kassakhian.
The Arroyo Verdugo is the region’s main tributary to the Los Angeles River. It carries water from portions of the San Gabriel Mountains, the Verdugo Mountains and San Rafael Hills to join the LA River at Griffith Park. It was channelized as the Verdugo Wash over 50 years ago to protect the area from historic flooding.
One continous public
space for all of Glendale
consided in
three distinct sections
One continuous public space for all of Glendale
considered in three distinct sections
One continuous public space for all of Glendale
considered in three distinct sections
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DT Glendale/Griffith Park
From confluence with the LA River (where much needed access is provided to Glendale Riverwalk, Griffith Park and LA River Path) to Glendale Community College and Civic Auditorium. This section runs among primarily commercial portions of Glendale creating economic and business opportunities which providing additional open space for an increasingly congested area.
GCC/Verdugo Park
From GCC and Civic Auditorium to Verdugo Wash Debris Basin Dam (north of Oakmont Country Club. This section runs primarily through residential areas and would provide a safe alternative for pedestrians and cyclists to travel through Verdugo Canyon separate from motor vehicles, and provide access to Verdugo Woodlands Elementary School, Verdugo Park and Glorietta Park.
Crescenta Valley Park/ Montrose
From Verdugo Wash Debris Basin Dam to Crescenta Valley Park. This section runs primarily through residential areas and would provide a safe alternative for pedestrians and cyclists to access Montrose Shopping Park, CV Park and the Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve.
OUR OBJECTIVE is to support Glendale City Council as they conduct the feasibility study which will determine possible alignments and access, engineering, and cost estimates. An important part of the study will include robust community outreach. You are encouraged to participate in future meetings so that the final study is informed by your input and ensures the Arroyo Verdugo Greenway can benefit everyone while addressing any impact to adjacent residents and property owners.
Arroyo Verdugo Trail Committee members live and work within the Arroyo Verdugo Region. Our effort is to promote a new vision for the Arroyo Verdugo.
Partners include:
Congressman Adam Schiff ★ Honorary Anthony J. Portantino / State Senator, 25th District ★ Oakmont / Deer Canyon HOA ★ MVSNA Montrose Verdugo City / Sparr Heights Neighborhood Association ★ Verdugo Woodlands West HOA (Supported pursuing additional information, 2014)★ V.O.I.C.E Volunteers Organized in Conserving The Environment ★ Supervisor Kathryn Barger ★ Glendale Community College ★ North West Glendale Homeowners Association ★ GCC Associated Student Body ★ Glendale Beautiful ★ Glendale Parks and Open Space Foundation ★ Sierra Club ★ Crescenta Valley Town Council ★ Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy ★ Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority ★ Crescenta Valley Community Association ★ Arroyos and Foothills Conservancy ★ LA River Revitalization Corporation ★ Councilmember Mitch O Farrell, 13th District ★ Friends of the Los Angeles River ★ The Trust for Public Land ★ Assemblymember Laura Friedman, 43rd District ★ CA State Senator Anthony Portantino, 25th District ★ Glendale Environment Coalition
Arroyo Verdugo Trail Committee members live and work within the Arroyo Verdugo Region. Our effort is to promote a new vision for the Arroyo Verdugo.
Partners include:
Honorary Anthony J. Portantino
State Senator, 25th
District
Oakmont / Deer Canyon HOA
MVSNA
Montrose Verdugo City / Sparr Heights
Neighborhood Association
Verdugo Woodlands West HOA
(Supported pursuing
additional information, 2014)
V.O.I.C.E
Volunteers Organized in Conserving The
Environment
Supervisor Kathryn Barger
Glendale Community College
North West Glendale Homeowners Association
GCC Associated Student Body
Glendale Beautiful
Glendale Parks and Open Space Foundation
Sierra Club, Crescenta Valley Chapter
Crescenta Valley Town Council
Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy
Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority
Crescenta Valley Community Association
Arroyos and Foothills Conservancy
LA River Revitalization Corporation
Councilmember Mitch O Farrell, 13th District
Friends of the Los Angeles River
The Trust for Public Land
Assemblymember Laura Friedman, 43rd District
CA State Senator Anthony Portantino, 25th District
Glendale Environment Coalition
Projects Near / Adjacent to the Verdugo Wash
Projects Near/Adjacent to the Verdugo Wash
Glendale-LA River Walk Bridge North is a 310
foot-long bicycle and pedestrian bridge to connect with Los
Angeles River Bike Path adjacent to Zoo Drive near the
Ferraro Soccer Fields over to Flower Street and Pelcanconi
Avenue at the City of Glendale Narrows Riverwalk class 1
bike path for $3.6 million funded by Metro Call for Projects
2015. More information can be found on the City of
Glendale’s resource page:
Glendale
Narrows Riverwalk, Phase III
Riverwalk Path Bridge Both cities identified this proposed bridge as part of their overall master plan for trails and the Los Angeles River, providing a great benefit to their constituents with the inclusion of this bridge across the Verdugo Wash. It provides connectivity between the Glendale Narrows Riverwalk project north of the Verdugo Wash and a future path along the east side of the L.A. River adjacent to the North Atwater Village community and integrating into the proposed Los Angeles River revitalization project.
Northerly Point of Access Bridge is the proposed grade separation to connect West San Fernando Road to Fairmont Avenue. This bridge is referred to as the Northerly Point of Access for the North Atwater Village community. Fairmont Avenue does not have any bicycle facilities on it, and pedestrians are prohibited between Flower Street and the SR-134 ramps. Due to the lack of facilities to support active transportation on Fairmont Avenue, the inclusion of these facilities on the Northerly Point of Access Bridge was excluded.
Salem/Sperry Overpass The proposed grade separation connects Salem and Sperry over the railroad right-of-way to allow better mobility. This vehicular bridge over the railroad corridor that will have a barrier separated Class I two-way bikeway and pedestrian path located just north of the Broadway/Brazil intersection.
Upper Los Angeles River and Tributaries Chapter 341 of the Statutes of 2017, also known as Assembly Bill 466 (AB 466), established, within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, the Upper Los Angeles River and Tributaries Working Group (ULART). The Working Group is charged with developing a revitalization plan for the Upper Los Angeles River, the tributaries of the Pacoima Wash, Tujunga Wash, and Verdugo Wash and any additional tributary waterway that the Working Group determines to be necessary. Read the full report here and other ULART information at UpperLARiver.org
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