Application for Appointment to
IY CLERK
City Board or Commission
2025 FEB -4 PM 4: 43
Please provide the following information and return this application to the Office of the City Clerk by:
•EMAIL to the Office of the City Clerk at [email protected]; • U.S. MAIL to Office of the City Clerk, 613 E. Broadway Suite 110, Glendale, CA 91206-4308; or • FAX to (818) 241-5386
Applicant must be a Glendale resident and registered to vote in the city.
Your application details must match your voter registration information.
PRINT LEGIBLY OR TYPE
Name of Board or Commission: Historic Preservation Commission Date: 2/3/2025 Are you currently serving on this Board or Commission and applying for reappointment? • Yes • No Personal
Legal Name: KEVORK BARTANIAN (AKA Kevin Bartanian)
Number of years lived in Glendale: 34
Are you a registered voter in the City of Glendale? (required) EYes • No Have you previously served on a Board or Commission? • Yes • No If Yes, what Commissions) and years did you serve?
II. Education
College: Glendale Community College Degree: AA
College: CSUN Degree: BS Business Admin
II. Business / Professional Experience
Position: CEO Company Name: KEVANI
Job Description: As the CEO of KEVANI, lead a company that develops and curates some of the most high-profile outdoor advertising assets in Los Angeles, shaping iconic cityscapes while integrating public art, history, and cutting-edge design. My expertise lies in building with purpose-respecting environments while modernizing them to create lasting cultural impact.
Design Review Board Candidates Only
Are you a registered architect? Yes Registration Number:_ K-506 (1/25) (over)
IV. Organizations / Civic Activities
List Affiliations: - Event Committee Member, FAST Armenian Gala - Business Leader & Advocate for Glendale Community Development - Collaborator with City Officials on Public Space Enhancements - Ongoing supporter of civic initiatives and historic preservation efforts - Past Vice Chairman of Glendale Arts
V. Qualifications / Experience
Place-Making Visionary: I specialize in transforming underuflized spaces into thriving public landmarks, blending architecture, medla, and history.
Deep Knowledge of Urban Design & Historical Contaxt: Having worked extensively in Los Angeles and Glendale, I nderstand how to integrate historic preservation with modern growth ommitment to Glendale's Legacy: As a longtime resident, I'm deeply Invested in ensuring the city's rich history maintained and elevated.
Business Acumen & Clty Collaboration: I have worked closely with city governments to develop projects that balance commercial viability with cultural enrichment.
VI. Other Information
(A) Attach a current resume.
Include a brief written statement outlining your views on the roles and responsibilities of this Board or Commission, its key issues, and your goals if appointed. (attach an additional sheet if necessary) (C) If applicable, include the commission(s) on which you have served previously and include the time frame.
Glendale is more than a city to me—it's home. I've built my career around curating environments that enhance public spaces while respecting history. The Historic Commission has a vital role in safeguarding Glendale's architectural and cultural heritage, ensuring that progress does not come at the cost of character.
If appointed, I would bring a builder's mindset—one that respects the past but finds ways to Integrate it into the future. Whether it's preserving iconic landmarks, advising on new developments to ensure they complement Glendale's historic identity, or advocating for innovative approaches to heritage conservation, I will work to ensure that the city's history remains an active part of its evolution.
Glendale's story is one worth preserving, and I would be honored to contribute to its next chapter.
K-506 (1/25)