Glendale, California – The Glendale Police Department is aware of planned protests this afternoon leading to the Glendale Unified School District board meeting.
As a police department, we respect and honor the fundamental right of every individual to peacefully protest and express their opinions. Our duty is to safeguard and defend the Constitutional rights of every community member, including creating an environment that enables everyone to exercise their First Amendment rights safely and securely.
We would also like to remind those participating in the protest or demonstration that unlawful conduct in the City of Glendale, including violence, will not be tolerated. Any groups or individuals wishing to engage in violence or criminal activity will be swiftly identified and arrested by the Glendale Police Department.
To the Glendale community, your police department is fully prepared and equipped to safeguard and protect our community, including against any agitators desiring to utilize this planned protest as an opportunity to cause violence and disturbances. We are in communication and working collaboratively with our law enforcement partners to preserve the safety of all our residents, students, and visitors.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Glendale Police Department. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
Media: The GUSD parking lot will not open today for media trucks. Media members are invited to stage their vehicles in the Glendale Credit Union parking lot at 500 E. Wilson Ave (Wilson Avenue and Jackson Street, catty-corner from the GUSD parking lot).
