Councilmember Justin L. Jones |
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April 13, 2024
Greetings Neighbors,
I hope you and your loved ones are enjoying the beauty of the spring blossoms. Please save the date for our next District 3 Community Meeting. It will be held at the Jackie Robinson Community Center on Tuesday, April 30 at 6:00 pm. Be on the look-out for a meeting notice in your mailbox. Please do not hesitate to contact my office for questions or assistance.
Stop by the E- Waste Recycling event today at Brookside Park-Lot I, to recycle your obsolete electronics. See additional details below.
The City of Pasadena announces General Manager of Water & Power Recruitment. Share your input about the most important qualities that potential candidates should have. Anyone who would like to offer input can do so online at Bit.ly/PWPCommunitySurvey. The online survey will remain available until April 28, 2024.
In this newsletter, you will find information on:
- Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed Street Name Change
- District 3 Community Meeting details
- Pasadena Community Health Improvement Plan
- ROSE Internship Program - spanish flyer now available
- Pasadena Short Range Transit Plan
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Standard Plans Program
- Pasadena Water & Power (PWP) Unveils Online “Bill Estimator” Ahead of Proposed Water Rates Adjustments
- Bellefontaine Street Water Main Infrastructure Improvements
- City of Pasadena announces General Manager of Water & Power recruitment
- Old Pasadena Management District Survey
- Economic Development news
- 3rd workshop - Get Your Money Right - Build Your Black Wealth
- Public Notice of Reversal of City of Pasadena Section 8 Waiting List Expiration Policy and Notice of How to Request Reinstatement
- Internet Access Survey
- Brenner Park Playground Improvement Project
- PUSD's Community Advisory Committee Resource Fair
- Upcoming opportunities for youth
- Pasadena Paramedic Subscription Service
- Spring into Wellness Event
Lastly, the Pasadena City Council will hold four public hearings on Monday, April 15. This includes the proposed street name change for Morton Avenue to Troop Way. Click here for the agenda.
Please do not hesitate to contact my office to share your feedback or to request assistance with city services.
Warmly,
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Councilmember
Justin L. Jones
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Public Hearing Notice, Community Health Improvement Plan, Pasadena Short Range Transit Plan and more!
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E-WASTE
Recycle your obsolete electronics
OPEN TO ALL
PASADENA RESIDENTS
FREE ON-SITE DOCUMENT SHREDDING
Limit - Three (3) Legal Size Boxes
Proof of Pasadena Residency is Required
April 13, 2024
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.*
*Duration of event is subject to truck capacity
Brookside Park,
Parking Lot I
South of the Rose Bowl
For More Information:
(626) 744-7311 Recycle@CityOfPasadena.net
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Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed
Street Name Change
Subject: The City of Pasadena proposes to change Morton Avenue from Hammond Street to
Mountain Street to "Troop Way", as one of two options. The other option is Dayton Street
between Fair Oaks Avenue and Raymond Avenue.
Environmental: This project has been determined to be Categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061 (b)(3), common sense exemption that
CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the
environment; as well as under Section 15301 as a minor alteration of an existing facility with no
change in capacity.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed
street name change. The hearing is scheduled for:
Date: April 15, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm.
Place: City Hall Council Chambers
100 N. Garfield Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
Public Information: Any interested party or their representative may appear at the hearing and
comment on the project. Written comments may also be mailed to the Department of Public
Works by April 5, 2024.
For more information about the street name change:
Contact Person: Yannie Wu-Bowman, P.E.
Phone: (626) 744-3762 E-mail: ywu-bowman@cityofpasadena.net
Mailing Address: Department of Public Works, Engineering Services Section, 175 North
Garfield Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101.
Pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 2 of Division 2, Section 970.5 of the California Streets
and Highways Code, this notice is posted to provide a 10-day notification of the proposed street
name change.
ADA: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, assistive listening devices are available at all Pasadena City Council Meetings. Assistive listening headphones and neck loops can be checked out at the desk of the sergeant-at-arms, located inside the City Council Chambers. Language translation services are available for this meeting by calling (626) 7 44-4124 at least 24 hours in advance.
Date of Notice: March 26, 2024
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Councilmember Justin L. Jones
invites you to a/lo invita a
COMMUNITY MEETING
Una Reunión ComunitariaC
TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 6:00 P.M.
martes, 30 de abril a las 6:00 P.M.
Jackie Robinson Community Center • 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Participate in a presentation on the Historic Places Pasadena project, led by the Design and Historic Preservation division of the City’s Planning Department. Receive an update on the Reconnecting Communities 710 Project. Additionally, the Cultural Affairs Division will provide an overview of the Robinson Park Recreation Center Public Art Project and ongoing engagement with the Northwest Pasadena community.
Participe en una presentación sobre el proyecto de Lugares Históricos de Pasadena, dirigida por la división de Diseño y Preservación Histórica del Departamento de Planificación de la Ciudad. Reciba una actualización sobre el Proyecto 710 Reconectando Comunidades. Además, la División de Asuntos Culturales brindará una descripción general del Proyecto de Arte Público del Centro Recreativo Robinson Park y el compromiso continuo con la comunidad del noroeste de Pasadena.
Questions?/¿Preguntas?
LisaBarrios@CityOfPasadena.net (626)744-4738
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Tell us what places are important to you
Cuéntanos qué lugares son importantes para ti
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SR-710 North Stub Relinquishment Background
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2023-2028 Pasadena Communitv Health Improvement Plan:
Dr. Ying-Ying Goh, and the Pasadena Public Health Department in October 2023 published the 2023-2028 Pasadena Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). The development of the CHIP is a collaborative effort among local community partners, elected officials, and City and regional health professionals. In addition, the CHIP is informed by the 2022 Pasadena Community Health Needs Assessment.
A CHIP is a community-wide effort to identify and coordinate resources to address community health priorities. As the CHIP is implemented, we will highlight and promote strategies of local partners that advance our community's health. You can download a copy at www.cityofpasadena.net/CHIP2023.
For more infom1ation, please contact Mariela Muro, Management Analyst III at the Pasadena Public Health Department at nmmro@cityofpasadena.net.
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Programa De ROSE
Períodico de solicitud en línea:
lunes 1 de abril al martes 30 de abril de 2024
El programa de ROSE es una práctica pagada para estudiantes y jóvenes de 14 a 24 años que residen en Pasadena en hogares de ingresos bajos a moderados. Las asignaciones de práctica se determinan por orden de llegada e incluyen los campos de recreación, campamentos de verano, policía, oficina, tecnología y más. Recibe hasta $2000 por participar en el programa ROSE trabajando hasta 110 horas.
Para aplicar, visite CityOfPasadena.net/Parks-And-Rec/ROSE. El Laboratorio de Computación en Jackie Robinson Community Center está disponible de 10 a.m. a 6 p.m.
Para obtener más información o asistencia con la aplicación, llame al (626) 744-7300 o envíe un correo electrónico a ROSE@CityOfPasadena.net
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Applications for
2024 ROSE Internship Program
The Realizing Opportunities through Skillful Employment (ROSE) Program is open to Pasadena residents ages 14-24 residing in low to moderate-income households.
ROSE interns may earn up to $2,000 working up to 110 hours. Internship assignments are on a first-come, first-served basis and include, but are not limited to, the fields of recreation, day camps, police, clerical, technology, and more. Participants receive training to develop skills, mentorship, and network opportunities with professionals in their field of interest.
The online application opens Monday, April 1 – Tuesday, April 30, 2024. To apply, please visit CityOfPasadena.net/Parks-And-Rec/ROSE. The Computer Lab at Jackie Robinson Community Center is available from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and may be used to complete applications.
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Pasadena Short Range Transit Plan
UPDATE 2024
We want your feedback for our Short Range Transit Plan. Please join these public meetings to help plan the next five years of Pasadena Transit and Pasadena Dial-A-Ride.
For more information please call (626) 744-4055 or visit the Project website at Bit.ly/PasadenaSRTP
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Plan de Transporte Público de Corto Plazo
de Pasadena
ACTUALIZACIÓN DE 2024
Buscamos sus comentarios para nuestro Plan de Transporte Público de Corto Plazo de Pasadena. Acompáñanos en estas reuniones públicas para ayudar a planificar los próximos cinco años de Pasadena Transit y Pasadena Dial-A-Ride.
Para obtener más información, llame al (626) 744-4055 o visite el sitio web del Proyecto en Bit.ly/PasadenaSRTP
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Accessory Dwelling Unit Standard Plans Program:
Jennifer Paige. Director of Planning and Community Development, and the department are
proud to announce the launch of the Accessory Dwelling Unit (''ADU") Standard Plans Program
offering a gallery of pre-approved ADU plans for homeowners in Pasadena ranging in size from
studios to two-bedroom units. The City is kicking-off the launch of this program by offering two
plans designed in-house by the City, which are available at no cost. There will be several more plans added to the gallery in the coming months which arc designed by licensed professionals, providing additional options to residents. Plans offered by licensed professionals will be available for a fee.
All plans featured as part of this program have been pre-approved by the Building and Safety
Division resulting in time-savings in both the design and permitting of an ADU. Note that any
modification to pre-approved ADU plans would result in the need for plan check and the plans would no longer be considered pre-approved.
Visit the ADU Standard Plans Program website to view the available plans and to learn more
about the program!
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Pasadena Water & Power (PWP) Unveils Online “Bill Estimator”
Ahead of Proposed Water Rates Adjustments
PWP is committed to providing reliable and high-quality water to the community and is proposing water rate adjustments to continue excellent service. The proposed adjustments are intended to help cover rising operating costs and provide funding for critical improvements to water infrastructure. The Pasadena City Council is expected to hold a public hearing (per Council approval) on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to consider the adoption of adjustments to the existing water rates and rate structure. Prior to the public hearing, PWP will host a series of community meetings this spring.
To help customers estimate potential impacts the proposed adjustments may have on their water bill, PWP developed an online “bill estimator,” which is a simplified version of all billing inputs (actual bills may vary). The intent is to provide customers with a general sense of how their budgets might be impacted based on individual projections of their water use. The bill estimator also shows the changes proposed to be effective for sewer and refuse services from the City of Pasadena Public Works Department.
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Bellefontaine Street Water Main Infrastructure Improvements:
David Reyes, Acting General Manager of Water and Power, and the department would like to
inform the public of a 110-year-old water main being replaced along Bellefontaine Street as part of a major water infrastructure upgrade. The project will span from Pasadena Avenue to Fair Oaks
Avenue along Bellefontaine Street. Construction began this week and will continue through June
2024. The work will occur Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
To minimize impacts on area residents and businesses, construction efforts will be contained
to approximately one block at a time. Temporary lane closures will happen during work hours, and
traffic control signage and flagmen will assist motorists in navigating the area. When possible, at least one driving lane will remain accessible in both directions.
For more information, visit
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CITY OF PASADENA ANNOUNCES
GENERAL MANAGER OF WATER & POWER RECRUITMENT
PASADENA, Calif.— City Manager Miguel Márquez has announced the recruitment process for the next General Manager of Water & Power. Applications for the position are being accepted now with screenings and interviews taking place in May 2024.
The public is encouraged to attend a meeting to provide input about the most important qualities that potential candidates should have. Anyone who would like to offer input can also do so online at Bit.ly/PWPCommunitySurvey. The online survey will remain available until April 28, 2024.
“Community input is crucial to selecting the best individual to lead the Department. I encourage all community stakeholders to attend the upcoming forum and share their thoughts on the characteristics and professional background they feel are most important when selecting a new General Manager,” states Márquez.
The community forum will take place on Zoom on the following date and time:
Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting information:
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 834 0391 1415
Passcode: 362049
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Old Pasadena Management District Survey
Old Pasadena Management District, the non-profit business organization that creatively plans, manages, and develops Old Pasadena, is currently undergoing a comprehensive Strategic Plan -- and they want your opinion on how to make Old Pasadena the best it can be!
The results of this survey will inform the Strategic Plan process, which seeks to identify priorities and actions to guide improvements in Old Pasadena over the next five to ten years.
For more information about Old Pasadena Management District please visit:
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Free Small Business Support
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Need a Permit? Need to Check the Status of a Permit?
Visit the Pasadena City Service Center Portal to register and check the status of a permit, search public records, request building and fire inspections, and request public works inspections.
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The 3rd workshop in the Get Your Money Right - Build Your Black Wealth will take place on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 7 PM – 8:30 PM via Zoom . The topic will be Investing: For the Love of Money – Make Your Money Work For You.
Information that will be covered in this workshop includes:
- Wealth Building Defined
- Income? Growth? How do your goals impact the investment tools you use?
- Investment Tools Defined – Money Markets, Mutual Funds, Stocks, Bonds, etc.
- Retirement Planning: 401K, IRAs, Annuities
- Hear from a Black Investment Club
Note: The workshops will NOT be recorded
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF REVERSAL OF CITY OF PASADENA SECTION 8 WAITING LIST
EXPIRATION POLICY AND NOTICE OF HOW TO REQUEST REINSTATEMENT
If you applied to the City of Pasadena Section 8 waiting list in 2002, 2008, or 2014 and received an email or postcard from the City of Pasadena Housing Department telling you that the wailing list expired and your application was removed, this Public Notice affects your rights. You must act within 45 days of the published date of this notice.
In November 2022, the City of Pasadena Housing Department notified applicants
who applied for Section 8 rental assistance in 2002, 2008, or 2014 and were on the
waiting list that the waiting list had expired, and their application was removed
from the waiting list. The policy that removed these applications has been
reversed.
If you were informed that your application was removed from the City of Pasadena
Section 8 waiting list due to the waiting list expiration policy, follow the instructions
below to have your application returned to the waiting list with the original date
and time of the application reinstated and any applicable preferences given.
To reinstate your application on the City of Pasadena Section 8 waiting list, within 45 days of the dale of this notice, go to https://section8waitlist.cityofpasadena.net/
and follow the instructions to verify your family information and your current
address. The online form is available in English, Spanish, and Armenian. If you need a reasonable accommodation, language assistance, or any other assistance to complete the online form or to be reinstated, please contact the City of Pasadena Citizen Service Center at 626 744-7311 (TDD 800 855-7100 or by dialing 711 from any phone) Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Applications are selected from the waiting list based on preference. Preference is
given to households that live or work in Pasadena, have a head of household with
a disability or who is a veteran, or are experiencing homelessness.
Once your application is reinstated, the City of Pasadena Housing Department will
contact you periodically to verify that you are still interested in remaining on the
waiting list. The City of Pasadena Housing Department will also contact you once
your application is reached on the waiting list. You will need to respond to these
notices within the timeframe stated on the notice.
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“Water is Life” Art Contest
All K-12 students who live within PWP’s service territory are encouraged to submit artwork for the 2024 "Water is Life” Art Contest sponsored by PWP and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). Each year, participating students submit artwork portraying a water-wise theme, along with a short message about water conservation. Both digital and hand-drawn or painted artwork are welcome! Submissions must be received by May 31, 2024.
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Save Water and Money
with PWP
To learn more, visit PWPweb.com/SaveWater or call (626) 744-7311
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Internet Access Survey
The City of Pasadena is currently studying internet availability in the community. The data collected from the survey will be utilized in a market assessment to develop a Strategic Broadband Plan for the City. Help us shape strategies to ensure equitable internet access for all! Take the survey at :
Please note that the survey on internet availability in the community is set to close Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
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Spring/Summer 2024 Recreation Program Guide is now available.
Join low-cost programs and FREE festive events!
La guía del programa de recreación primavera/verano 2024 ya está disponible.
¡Únase a programas de bajo costo y eventos festivos GRATIS!
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The Brenner Park Playground Improvement Project provides for the planning and design of new playground play structures, and the installation of a new rubberized play surface for increased safety and ADA compliance.
The existing playground equipment at Brenner Park was installed in 2009. The equipment has since become obsolete and has less play value than the new equipment installed at other parks. The replacement of the play equipment will provide a play environment of consistent quality with those recently installed at McDonald Park, Desiderio Park, and the new Playhouse Village Park. In addition, the new rubberized play surface will increase and enhance ADA accessibility and compliance.
en español:
El Proyecto de mejora del patio de juegos de Brenner Park prevé la planificación y el diseño de nuevas estructuras de juego en el parque infantil y la instalación de una nueva superficie de juego de caucho para mayor seguridad y cumplimiento de la ADA.
El equipo de juegos existente en Brenner Park se instaló en 2009. Desde entonces, el equipo se ha vuelto obsoleto y tiene menos valor de juego que el nuevo equipo instalado en otros parques. El reemplazo del equipo de juego proporcionará un ambiente de juego de calidad consistente con los instalados recientemente en McDonald Park, Desiderio Park y el nuevo Playhouse Village Park. Además, la nueva superficie de juego de goma aumentará y mejorará la accesibilidad y el cumplimiento de la ADA.
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CAP’s Understanding Financial Aid Offers Webinar
Calling out Seniors and their Families/Guardians! One of the most stressful times of the college application process comes after students have received their acceptance letters and are deciding which college is the right one for them. In this workshop, CAP staff will walk seniors and their families through how to compare and understand financial aid offers before making a final college decision. We will also review important steps students should take in spring to make the college enrollment process smooth and successful. The webinar is designed for all seniors and their parents/guardians, including two- and four-year applicants.
Registration Information:
English Webinar - Understanding Financial Aid Offers (On ZOOM)
· Date/Time: Tuesday, April 16th from 6:30 - 7:45pm
Spanish Webinar - Understanding Financial Aid Offers (On ZOOM)
· Date/Time: Wednesday, April 17th from 6:30 - 7:45pm
Please register 24 hours prior to the webinar to ensure you receive the zoom link.
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#ThisGen2024: A Youth Empowerment Forum
Presented by Pasadena City College
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024, 9:00 a.m.
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses will host #ThisGen2024: A Youth Empowerment Forum presented by Pasadena City College (1570 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA) on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, beginning at 9 a.m.
Back for the fourth year, #ThisGen will focus on empowering the next generation of leaders and give students the opportunity to learn about inspiring leadership, breaking barriers and aligning passion with skill sets.
Attendees will leave feeling empowered to be courageous, confident and intentional with the choices that impact their future.
Registration is free of charge.
Lunch will be provided by Panda Cares, a charitable foundation of national restaurant chain, Panda Express.
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Saturday, April 27
Pasadena Unified School District
351 S. Hudson Avenue
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Sábado 27 de abril
Distrito Escolar Unificado de Pasadena
351 S. Hudson Avenue
10 a.m. a 1 p.m.
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Pasadena Paramedic Subscription Service
The Pasadena Paramedic Subscription Program is a voluntary membership program for paramedic services and emergency ambulance transportation. Every dollar received by the program is used to enhance emergency medical services to the community and to improve our local paramedic system.
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Spring Into Wellness
The Spring Into Wellness Community Health Festival will be happening Sat., May 4, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Villa Parke (363 E. Villa St.).
Join the Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) for an afternoon of fun! This event for all ages will have FREE food, arts & crafts, raffles, activities, and more!
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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Florece Hacia El Bienestar
El festival comunitaria de salud Florece Hacia El Bienestar se llevará a cabo el sábado 4 de mayo de 2024, de 11 a. m. a 1:30 p. m. en Villa Parke (363 E. Villa St.).
¡Únase al Departamento de Salud Pública de Pasadena (PPHD) para una tarde de diversión! ¡Este evento para todas las edades tendrá comida, manualidades, rifas, actividades y más GRATIS!
Para obtener información y solicitudes de accesibilidad, comuníquese con (626) 744-7311 o CSC@CityOfPasadena.net. Avisar con al menos 72 horas de antelación ayudará a garantizar la disponibilidad.
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City Service Center
"One Call to City Hall"
(626) 744-7311
Call Center Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Visit the website and download the CSC App!
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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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