Patrick Banger, Glendale’s new city manager, says he’s proud to lead the community into its next chapter. During the week of June 15, the City of Glendale will unveil the results of the nearly $100 million Downtown Campus Reinvestment Project, anchored by a reimagined city hall, council chambers and E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheater. The 113-year-old Murphy Park, preserved, takes center stage.
The project is more than cosmetic; it’s strategic. The move helps city officials and residents connect seamlessly and puts a brighter spotlight on Glendale. The economic upside is straightforward — increase visitor spending, up the number of ancillary events, and retain more tax revenue at home.
The project is set among more than $3 billion in surrounding private investment…