Councilmember Justin L. Jones |
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February 9, 2024
Dear Neighbors,
In this newsletter, I am pleased to share an update from the Department of Transportation (DOT), regarding a pilot program to address the "donuts" that have occurred in district 3. Your active involvement demonstrates that every voice can truly make a meaningful impact in our community.
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the unveiling of the Hon. John J. Kennedy Pool sign and plaque dedication. This pool is located in a neighborhood surrounded by children, families, and individuals of all ages and skill levels. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the Year-Round Aquatics Program! Pool operation hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., register online www.CityOfPasadena.net/reserve or call (626) 744-7590.
The Pasadena Water and Power Annual Report is now available online. The report gives the public a financial overview of the accomplishments, investments, and infrastructure upgrades in the previous Fiscal Year ("FY"). Click here to view.
Other highlights include:
- Grilling Safety Tips for the Big Game
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Press Release: City of Pasadena Announces Closures and Reminders for Lincoln’s, Washington’s Birthdays
- Mayor’s State of the City on Thursday, Feb. 29 at Caltech
- 2024 Villa Parke Youth Soccer Inauguration Parade
- Get Your Money Right - Build Your Black Wealth workshops
- Tom Sawyer & Catalina Island Camps Scholarship Applications
- 42nd Pasadena Black History Parade & Festival - Celebrating the Life & Legacy of Jackie Robinson - Saturday, February 17, 2024
Please do not hesitate to contact my office for assistance. I hope to see you tomorrow at the Lunar New Year Celebration at USC Pacific Asia Museum!
Warm Regards,
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Councilmember
Justin L. Jones
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Lunar New Year, Closures and Reminders,
Black History Month celebrations, workshops and more!
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Saturday, February 10th | 11am to 5pm
Join in celebrating the Year of the Dragon with an afternoon of live performances and art activities for the whole family! Enjoy a traditional lion dance, storytelling, calligraphy, crafts, food trucks, and a chance to view the new special exhibition, Another Beautiful Country. This event is free and includes admission to the museum.
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Grilling Safety Tips
for the Big Game:
- Electric grills, charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices should not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction
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- Maintain a 36" (3' feet) kid and pet free zone
- Keep a multi-purpose ABC fire extinguisher nearby
- Keep gas grill lids open before lighting it
- Maintain a clean grill, remove built up grease or fat
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- Check for leaks or breaks with gas grills
- Allow gas to dissipate for 5 minutes before re-igniting
- Allow coals for charcoal grills to completely cool before disposing in a metal container
- Never leave grills, ovens, and stoves unattended
- Follow manufacture guidelines
- In case of emergency, dial 9-1-1
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PASADENA, Calif.—In observance of Lincoln’s and Washington’s Birthdays, City Hall and many City services will be closed Monday, Feb. 12, and Monday, Feb. 19. Specific closures, exceptions and reminders are noted below.
The City Service Center (CSC) will be open between the hours of 8 a.m. and noon on Monday, Feb. 12. The CSC will be closed Monday, Feb. 19, and will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 8 a.m. Trash, recycling and yard waste collection will occur as scheduled on both holidays. There will be no delay in pickup for residents.
Pasadena residents and businesses experiencing any power emergencies should call Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) at (626) 744-4673. For water-related emergencies, call (626) 744-4138. PWP’s Customer Service Call Center will be closed Monday, Feb. 12, and Monday, Feb. 19; however, customers can access their accounts and make payments through the automated phone system at (626) 744-4005 or online at PWPWeb.com.
The City’s Municipal Services Payment Center and Parking Office will also be closed on Lincoln’s and Washington’s Birthdays. All parking meters will be free and parking time limits will not be enforced. Violations for overnight parking restrictions, red curb parking and blocking fire hydrants will be issued. Parking meter enforcement resumes after each holiday on Tuesday, Feb. 13, and Tuesday, Feb. 20. Pasadena Transit and Dial-A-Ride buses will operate on their regular schedules.
The Permit Center will be closed on Lincoln’s and Washington’s Birthdays; however, many services will be available via Permit Center Online, where you can obtain subtrade permits and submit plans for new construction, tenant improvements, accessory dwelling units and additions. In-person operations will resume after each holiday on Tuesday, Feb. 13, and Tuesday, Feb. 20.
All Pasadena Public Library branch sites will be closed Sunday and Monday, Feb. 11 and 12, and will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 13. Library branches will also be closed Sunday and Monday, Feb. 18 and 19, and will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 20.
All parks will be open for picnics, fun and play; however, no site reservations are being accepted for the holidays. Community and recreation centers will also be closed to the public on Monday, Feb.12, and Monday, Feb. 19.
The Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) will also be closed Monday, Feb. 12 and Monday, Feb. 19. Upcoming vaccine clinics are scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 14; Wednesday, Feb. 21; and Monday, Feb. 26. PPHD reminds you to take measures to protect yourself from respiratory viruses, including masking indoors, getting vaccinated, and staying home when sick.
City Council will not meet on Monday, Feb. 12, and Monday, Feb. 19. The next council meeting is scheduled to take place Monday, Feb. 26.
Pasadena Fire and Police Departments will continue to provide patrol, jail, fire, paramedic and other emergency services during the holidays. For life-threatening emergencies, call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies, call Pasadena Police Department at (626) 744-4241. If you "See Something, Say Something." Report suspicious activity to the police department at (626) 744-4241.
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The Department of Transportation (DOT) is proceeding with a pilot program at the intersection of Orange Grove Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue to test a treatment intended prevent drivers from doing “donuts” in the intersection.
Working with constituents and researching implementations with other agencies, DOT will test a plastic raised curb, similar to the photo below, known as left turn hardening or a hardened centerline treatment. DOT will implement the hardened centerline at the east and west legs of Orange Grove Boulevard only since the treatment on those legs will not affect through traffic movement for the cross street (Lincoln Ave). Hardened centerlines are usually implemented as a pedestrian safety measure for the purpose of reducing the turning speed of left-turning motorists and improving their approach angle.
If the treatment proves successful in curbing the behavior, it could be expanded to other selected intersections throughout the City.
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Mayor’s State of the City on Thursday, Feb. 29 at Caltech, Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics, 1216 E. California Blvd. This year’s theme is “Leaping into the Future”.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Free on-site parking will be available at the Cal Tech parking garage south of the building. The State of the City will also be live-streamed at: PasadenaMedia.org/Kpas
For accessibility information and requests, contact (626) 744-7311 or CSC@cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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2024
Villa Parke Youth Soccer
Inauguration Parade
Saturday, February 24
11am - 12:30 pm
Villa Parke Turf Field
363 E. Villa Street
For more information,
please call (626) 744-6530.
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NAACP- Pasadena Good Trouble Alliance Hosts
Get Your Money Right - Build Your Black Wealth
This year’s series will include 3 workshops where the first workshop will be on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 from 7PM – 8:30 PM via Zoom.
The first workshop topic is: Finance 101: The Real Black Deal - What you really need to know about your MONEY
Planned Topics:
- Overcoming Systemic Barriers
- Budgeting strategies
- Financial Education
- Building Credit
- Building Generational Wealth
- Legal and Estate Planning
Please register at the link below and tell your friends and family. The workshops will NOT be recorded.
For more information, contact the NAACP Offices at (626) 793-1293
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2024 Historic Property Contract (Mills Act) Program:
Jennifer Paige, Director of Planning and Community Development, reported that in October
2002, the City Council created the Historic Property Contract program, under the auspices of the state of California Mills Act regulations. The program is a financial incentive that encourages the designation, rehabilitation, and protection of historic buildings. The benefit to the property owner may be a reduction in property taxes, while the benefit to the City is the preservation of a significant historic resource.
The program is conducted on an annual cycle with applications being released early in the
calendar year and approved contracts being recorded with the County Recorder at the end of each year. Staff may approve up to a maximum of 20 new single-family residential applications and six non-single-family-residential applications (e.g., multi-family residential, commercial, industrial, etc.) per year. There are currently 402 properties enrolled in the program.
On February 5, 2024, staff released the 2024 Historic Property Contract guidelines and
application, which is posted on the City's website at www.cityofpasadena.net/millsact. Owners of designated historic prope1iies that meet the qualifications outlined in the application guidelines may submit applications up to the deadline of Friday, May 31, 2024 at 5 :00 p.m. Property owners of eligible, undesignated properties may also concurrently apply for historical designation, and a Mills Act contract may be approved if the property is designated by the City Council by the end of the year.
Questions about the program should be directed to the program manager, Stephanie Cisneros, Senior Planner, at 626-744-7219 or scisneros@cityofpasadena.net.
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Tom Sawyer & Catalina Island Camps
Scholarship Applications
Application Period: February 5- February 23, 2024
Applications will be reviewed and approved based on income criteria, slot availability and children living in Pasadena or attending a PUSD school. Applications are on a first come-first served basis.
Deadline to submit applications: Friday, February 23 at 5 p.m. at Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Camp Dates: Monday, June 10 - Friday, August 9, 2024.
Applications will be available at the following locations:
• Central Park Center, 57 E. Del Mar Blvd.
• Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
• Villa Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St.
• Victory Park Recreation Center, 2575 Paloma St.
• Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
To view camp information, please visit the websites at tomsawyercamps.com or catalinaislandcamps.com.
Please call (626) 744-6500 for application information
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The public is encouraged to take an online survey to provide input on the characteristics and professional background of the new: Director of Transportation.
The survey ends on Monday, February 12.
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Be a Community Election Worker
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You can now sign-up for Pasadena News Releases at CityOfPasadena.net.
Just add in your email address and you're automatically enrolled!
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Neighbors Empowering Youth Open House |
Join NEY on February 15th from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm at the Jackie Robinson Community Center, Room 204, located at 1020 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103.
This Open House will provide the perfect opportunity to explore what is in store for the community and see their brand-new maker space.
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Pasadena Primary Municipal Election Charter Amendments
PASADENA, CA — On December 4th, 2023, the City Council voted unanimously to place Measures R, S, and T on the March 5, 2024 Election ballot so residents can decide whether to approve amendments to the Pasadena City Charter. For additional information about the 2024 Primary Municipal Elections, please visit CityofPasadena.net/City-Clerk.
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Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project
For updates on the Central Library, visit the webpage on our city website. The City of Pasadena is conducting a survey to obtain input from the community on the future of the Central Library.
Proyecto de reparación de edificios y modernización de terremotos
de la Biblioteca Central
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The City of Pasadena will commemorate Black History Month by recognizing the achievements and contributions of African Americans and their central role in our nation’s history. Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department, Pasadena Public Library, Pasadena Black History Committee, The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library and community groups are offering a month-long series of programs, events and activities for all ages in February. All programs and events are free unless otherwise noted.
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You're invited to participate in the Robinson Park Recreation Center Public Art Project at the upcoming 42nd Annual Black History Festival! |
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This event is a great opportunity for residents to meet the selected artists and learn more about their artistic approach to the project and engagement with the Northwest community. Attendees are encouraged to stop by the Cultural Affairs Division booth to learn more about the project and share their own personal stories of living and working in Northwest Pasadena. Artists Deborah Aschheim and Carla Jay Harris will share the progress of their artistic research and engagement with the Northwest community as they develop their public ait concepts for the Recreation Center.
Saturday, February 17,
12pm-4 pm at Robinson Park,
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
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Celebrating
Black History Month
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Pasadena City College Celebrates
Black Heritage Month
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42nd Pasadena
Black History Parade & Festival
Celebrating the Life & Legacy of
Jackie Robinson
Saturday, February 17, 2024
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Parade begins on N. Fair Oaks and Mountain View St.
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Festival at Robinson Park
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
For more information please visit:
Call (626) 744-7300
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Senior Night Out
Let the Good Times Roll
Music, Food, Entertainment
Friday, February 23, 2024
6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
$35 entry
Pasadena Senior Center
85 E. Holly St.,
Wear a masquerade mask and join the festivities!
Payment can be made at the Jackie Robinson Community Center.
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave
For more information,
call (626) 744-7300.
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Michael & Gillian White to Serve as Grand Marshals of Pasadena’s
42nd Black History Parade, Honoring the Legacy of Jackie Robinson
The City of Pasadena and the Black History Planning Committee are pleased to announce the 42nd annual Black History Parade and Festival on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. with the theme “Past, Present, Future: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Jackie Robinson.” The parade begins at Fair Oaks Avenue and Mountain View Street and ends at Robinson Park, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., where the festival takes place from noon to 4 p.m. Pasadena’s Black History parade is one of the largest and longest-running in Southern California.
Throughout the day’s activities, Jackie Robinson’s many contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and the Pasadena community will be recognized and honored. Danny J. Bakewell, Jr., will serve as the parade grand marshal of this special and historic event. This year’s celebrity grand marshals will be Michael Jai White and Gillian White, both award-winning actors who have broken barriers and earned accolades both on and off screen. Pastor William Turner Jr. will serve as the community grand marshal, with the Tournament of Roses princesses (Rose Court) as the youth grand marshals.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive early at the parade to navigate street closures, find parking, and claim their favorite viewing spots along the parade route. Free parking is provided on a first-come, first-served basis at Calvary Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 135 Glorieta St.
The following streets will be closed for the parade and festival during the times listed below. Motorists are advised to use caution while driving through the area.
• Hammond Street between Fair Oaks Avenue and Morton Avenue, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Morton Avenue between Hammond Street and Mountain Street, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Fair Oaks Avenue between Woodbury Road and Harriet Street, 7 a.m.-noon
• Fair Oaks Avenue between Mountain Street and Woodbury Road, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Mountain Street between Raymond Avenue and Sunset Street, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
The parade will be recorded in its entirety by Pasadena Media and will air live on both KPAS, Pasadena's government TV station, and Arroyo, the city's community access channel. Visit PasadenaMedia.org for broadcast times.
For more information about the parade, festival, and other activities, including parade entry applications, contact the Jackie Robinson Community Center at (626) 744-7300.
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Saturday, February 24 – Appointments are available between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Huntington Health Blood Donation Center
711 Fairmount Avenue South
Validated Parking:
Huntington Health East Parking Garage
735 Fairmount Avenue South
The complete donation experience will take less than an hour. Each donor will receive a gift bag and self-parking will be validated.
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The Black Education Expo is being held in celebration of Black History Month
Saturday February 24, 2024 9 am - 3 pm
at Lake Avenue Church
Free Event
This K-12 Resource Fair is where the latest Education & Resources Collide: Exhibitors, Informative Teen & Parent Workshops and a Kids Zone. Though titled the Black Education Expo, the event is open to ALL students and families, fostering an inclusive environment where all can celebrate Black culture and educational diversity.
Those interested in registering can visit the expo website www.blackeducationexpo.com or call Black Education Expo Team at (323) 475-6293.
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College Academic Awards Application Opportunity 2024
Will you graduate from high school in 2024?
More details can be found at:
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A Black History Month Event
Pacific Oaks College 3rd Annual Black health & Wellness Fair
Saturday, February 24, 2024
11 am - 2pm
45 W. Eureka Street
(Outdoor event, parking lot area)
For more information, please call
(626) 529-8202
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Eta Lambda Omega Chapter
2024 Scholarship Application - Now Being Accepted
Applications must be mailed or hand-delivered.
Postmarked by March 4, 2024
Hand delivered by March 8, 2024
Eligibility: College-bound, African American High School Seniors who live or attend school in the San Gabriel Valley
Applications available at:
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Young & Healthy
USC Clinica Dental Movil
22-29 de febrero de 2024
Llame para reservar un lugar
(626) 795-5166
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Young & Healthy
USC Mobile Dental Clinic
February 22-29, 2024
Call to reserve a spot
(626) 795-5166
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As part of the Soundwall Package 10 Project, Metro’s contractor C.A. Rasmussen, will continue setting up work zones on Corson St between Los Robles Av and Wilson Av and on Maple St between Lake Av and Fair Oaks Av.
Activities include intermittent shoulder and ramp closures during non-peak traffic hours to set up temporary construction safety barriers, clearing/grubbing, tree removal/relocation, grading, and demo operations to prepare the work area for soundwall construction. Work is anticipated to continue through Summer 2025.
Visit the project website at metro.net/soundwall10 for the most up to date information and future listing of scheduled activities.
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Pasadena Village
Free Computers & IT Cafe
Saturday, February 24
10 am - 12:30 pm
Pilgrim Tower North
560 E. Villa Street
Questions?
Call (626) 765-6037
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8th Annual Career STEAMposium |
Saturday, March 23, 2024
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Pasadena City College
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Building CC - Creveling Lounge
This free event will include workshops, exhibits, panel discussions, and hands-on activities.
Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Recommended for middle school to college-aged.
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$2,500 Scholarship for PUSD Seniors: Rose Scholars - Tournament of Roses |
Rose Scholars presented by Citizens Business Bank
The application period is from January 24, 2024 to March 4, 2024 (closes at 11:59 pm). To be considered for a scholarship, students must be graduating seniors (as of May or June 2024) from a PUSD high school. Applicants are invited to submit a creative piece that reflects their future dreams, goals, and aspirations. For more information, please click the links below:
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Herstory 2024
Mujeres en el Trabajo:
Superando Barreras Y Prejuicios
Jueves, 7 de marzo, 2024
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Ave.
Entrada gratuita, panel de discusion, conexiones profesionales
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Herstory 2024
Women at work:
Overcoming Barriers and Bias
Thursday, March 7
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Ave.
Panel discussion, networking, free
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Contact the District 3 Office
Comuníquese con la Oficina del Distrito 3
Call us at/Llamenos al (626) 744-4738
Crime (non-emergency)
If this is an emergency, call 9-1-1
For non-emergencies, call (626) 744-4241
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Lisa Barrios
District Liaison
626-744-4738
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINKS:
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CITY OF PASADENA
100 North Garfield Avenue
Suite S228 Pasadena,
California 91101
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