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West Pasadena Residents' Association
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Saturday, May 19
, 2018
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Published weekly since 2000
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WELCOME
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Founded in 1962, the West Pasadena Residents' Association is dedicated to maintaining the character of our neighborhoods and enhancing the quality of life in southwest Pasadena.
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Neighborhood Update
This weekly WPRA eNewsletter is emailed each Saturday morning to more than 1,600 residents of Pasadena and beyond.
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COMMUNITY MEETINGS
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NOTE: The following meeting dates, times and agenda items are accurate as of Saturday morning.
Click on the appropriate blue headline to ensure the meeting hasn't been cancelled or rescheduled.
MONDAY, MAY 21
6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave.
On the agenda:
OLD BUSINESS:
- Approve a ten-year exclusive partnership with AEG for international soccer matches held at the Rose Bowl.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- Substantial amendment to the annual action plan (2017-2018) for the community development block grant program
- Approval of the annual action plan (2018-2019) and related funding applications for the community development block grant, home investment partnership act, and emergency solutions grant programs
- Revision to planned development no. 35 (Colorado hill) 1347-1355 east Colorado Boulevard and 39 North Hill Avenue; 1336 East Colorado Boulevard
- Fiscal year 2019 recommended operating budget
ORDINANCE READINGS
- Conduct first reading of "An ordinance of the city of Pasadena amending chapter 17.44 of the zoning code (Title 17) to incorporate the California Department of Water Resources model water efficient landscape ordinance"
- Conduct first reading of "An ordinance of the city of Pasadena repealing chapter 13.22 (water efficient landscape) of the Pasadena municipal code pertaining to water efficient landscape"
- Adopt "an ordinance of the City of Pasadena amending Pasadena municipal code Title 14, chapter 14.30 relating to prohibition of fireworks"
TUESDAY, MAY 22
6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave
On the agenda:
- 996 South Fair Oaks Ave. (District 6) new construction of a 4-story, 90 room residential care facility.
- 3448-3452 East Foothill Blvd. (District 4) New 6-story, 232 unit residential project, remodel exterior of Panda Inn & Gateway Metro Tower bldg..
- 170-180 South Euclid Ave. (District 6) New construction of a 4 to 6-story mixed use bldg., 42 residential units.
4 p.m.
Jackie Robinson Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
On the agenda:
"Join The Conversation" presentation & survey by Brenda Harvey-Williams, Special Assistant to the City Manager, and establish nominating committee for FY 2018-2019 commission
officers
4 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave.
On the agenda:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the general manager to provide rebates and other incentives to electric customers as part of an electrification program and the use of revenues from the sale of low carbon fuel standard credits, public benefits charge, electric rates, and other sources to fund the program.
6 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave.
On the agenda:
Support of Proposition 68 - the California drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access-for-all act on the June 5th ballot
6:00 p.m.
Room 236, 351 So. Hudson Street
On the agenda:
action plans to comply with California Department of Education, contracts, purchase orders, change orders, lease agreements, consultant agreements, and personnel assignments.
6:30 P.M.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 100 N. Garfield St.
On the agenda: Mansionization - a citywide single-family residential discussion about present proposed design guidelines and the design review process.
4 p.m.
300 E. Green St.
On the agenda: Not available
THURSDAY, MAY 24
4 p.m.
Suite 210, Parking Division, Department of Transportation, 221 E. Walnut St.
On the agenda: Not available at press time
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VERBATIM
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"I just want the press to know that we are not against the Fourth of July."
- Mayor Terry Tornek referring to a pending city ordinance modifying and widening fines and punishment for illegal fireworks. Source:
Colorado Boulevard
(See accompanying news story -
Pasadena strengthens fireworks ordinance ahead of the Fourth of July)
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WPRA'S POINT OF VIEW
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The public is invited to attend the regular WPRA board meetings, held at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month (except May, August, and December) in the Westridge School Community Room (unless otherwise noted), 324 Madeline Dr. Park in the State St. lot and walk north across campus to the Community Room.
WPRA seeks email newsletter editors
Do you have organizing and editing skills? If so, you can help the WPRA achieve its mission of informing the community. Send an email to [email protected] to volunteer to serve as one of several co-editors of WPRA's weekly Neighborhood Update email newsletter. It will only take a few hours a week (on your own schedule) in the month or two a year in which you'd serve. We'll train you.
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UPCOMING MAJOR ROSE BOWL STADIUM/AREA EVENTS
Estimated Attendance: 55,000+
Event hours
3:00 p.m.: Stadium parking opens, Area H opens - music, food and beverages
4:00 p.m.: Shuttle bus service begins
5:00 p.m.: Stadium doors open
7:00 p.m.: Concert begins
11:00 p.m.:Concert finishes
The concerts will have the typical impacts on the nearby neighborhoods
including traffic and noise. The noise level will be high for the
concerts with enhanced amplified music taking place from 7:00 PM -
11:00 PM.
For the concert night and break-down, please note that
stadium lights will be on throughout much of the night from May 15-20,
and will be turned off at the earliest possible time each night.
Residents should plan for extra time when driving on Saturday, as arrivals
will take place during peak evening traffic.
Explorers and Pasadena Police Officers will be positioned in the neighbor
hoods to ensure no concert parking takes place on your streets. The Equestrian Loop will remain open at all times.
All street barricades and cones will be removed and picked-up within 24 hours post event, Saturday.
For any resident questions or concerns please contact the Rose Bowl Event Day Resident hotline at
(626) 397-4141.
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MONDAY - MAY 21
Franklin Graham - "Decision America - California Tour"
Event Location: Area H
Parking: Lot B, South Lot F, Lot K and Lot I; Free
Estimated Attendance:
Approximately 5,000
Event Hours:
3:00 p.m.: Sound Check
7:30 p.m.: 9:00 p.m. - Event in Area H
9:00 p.m.: Event and Amplified Sound Concludes
The Recreational Loop will remain open at all times. The Equestrian Loop will remain open at all times.
Street Closures:
The East and West Extension will be closed from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Noise Levels and Sound:
The noise ordinance will not be waived for this specific event, however if you live close to the Stadium, you may hear amplified sound associated with this event.
For any resident questions or concerns on Monday, May 21st please contact the Resident Hotline: (626) 397-4141
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Live well by bike and see the city in a whole new way! The 10th Annual Bike Week Pasadena rolls on May 19th, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., providing even more opportunities for community members to zip along on two wheels in fun, supported, and engaging ways! C.I.C.L.E., an L.A. based bike advocacy non-profit, and the City of Pasadena present a week-long showcase for most skill levels and age groups to promote bicycling as a safe and sustainable way to access your daily errands and favorite activities! Meet at Memorial Park, 30 N Raymond Avenue (the corner of Holly and Raymond).
Saturday, May 19th
, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Linda Vista branch library, 1281 Bryant St. - Come join us and listen to Dr. Robyn Sanderson explains starry astrophysics! This talk is highly recommended for ages 8 to 108. For more information, call 744-7278.
PASADENA MENTAL HEALTH DAY - "Roads to Empowerment" TODAY
The public is invited to learn about the challenges, societal stigmas, treatment options and other issues related to mental health and mental wellness at Pasadena's Mental Health Day. The free event takes place from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Saturday, May 19
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Pasadena Public Library, 285 E. Walnut St
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Join us on Saturday, May 19th, 9 a.m., as we celebrate Water Awareness Month with a debut of the Fire Station 37 Community Demonstration Garden, 3430 East Foothill Blvd. PWP is partnering with facilities throughout Pasadena to develop drought-tolerant demonstration gardens. For more event information, call 626-744-3942 or click here.
May 19 and 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - May 19th at Victory Park, 2675 Paloma Street - May 22nd at Villa Parke Center, 363 East Villa Street.
This is a certified farmers' market that's been approved by the county agricultural commissioner where certified farmers offer for sale only those agricultural products they grow themselves. They offer fresh, nutritious, locally-grown fruits and vegetables.
Museums of the Arroyo Day is Sunday, May 20. That means people can visit the following museums for free:
The museums will be open from noon to 5 p.m., although the last chance to enter any of them will be at 4 p.m. People who use the Gold Line and show their TAP Card will get special perks, such as 10 percent off membership at the Gamble House and Heritage Square Museum, 10 percent off gift store purchases in the L.A. Police Museum and one comp ticket for a future visit and a poster that commemorates the Gold Line's 2003 opening from the Pasadena History Museum. Pasadena Star-News
Tuesday, May 22nd, 10 a.m to 12 p.m. at Paseo Colorado, 280. East Colorado Blvd.
Free and open to kids of all ages. Kids Corner takes place every Tuesday from 10am-12pm at Paseo Colorado!
Located in Garfield Promenade at the stage. Kids can sing along and interact with the performers! This week: Arty Loon!
Pasadena Water and Power seeks input on its Power Integrated Resource Plan
Over the next six months, Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) will be updating its Power Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) which is a long-range blueprint for supplying reliable and environmentally responsible electricity at competitive rates. PWP's IRP webpage included details about the IRP, a feedback form and upcoming meeting information. To take the survey, click here.
We've launched Our Pasadena - Putting the Plan in Motion, now it's time to focus on each Specific Plan Area. We'll be hosting a workshop for the South Fair Oaks Specific Plan where community members can share their ideas and shape the future for this area. We hope you can join us! May 24, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Los Angeles College of Music, 370 South Fair Oaks Avenue.
As a part of the Preservation Month celebration in May, the City's Historic Preservation Commission will honor preserved and restored properties on Thursday, May 24. The celebration, under the auspices of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, began as a national event in 1971. This year's Pasadena awards will be presented on Thursday, May 24 at the Fowler Garden on the former Ambassador West Campus, So. Orange Grove Blvd. Admission is free of charge and includes self-guided tours of Ambassador Gardens. A reception, including light refreshments, begins at 6 p.m., and awards will be presented at 7 p.m. For more information, call the city's Historic Preservation Commission office at (626) 744-7135. Five of the total nine winning properties in Pasadena are located in west Pasadena:
- Restoration of homes at 414 Mooresque Dr. and 294 S. Grand Ave.
- Relocation of the Tempietto Folly/EDAW garden from the grounds of the former Ambassador College to southwest of the Merritt Mansion on the same campus
- Renovation of the Rose Bowl Stadium
- Seismic retrofitting and reconstruction of the John Van de Kamp (formerly La Loma) Bridge
ArtCenter will exhibit student concepts for reimagining the Arroyo Seco at Pasadena's Central Library through May 25. The exhibit culminates the work of Environmental Design students following a prompt set forth by the Arroyo Advisory Group, a citizen-led effort to develop a cohesive vision for the Arroyo Seco and an implementation plan based on best practices and public input. Central Library is located at 285 E Walnut Street. The exhibit will be on display through May 25, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Pasadena Independent
TEDxPasadena has unveiled the theme for its September 22 event, "Transform," at the Huntington Library, Art Collection, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino. Individual tickets sales are limited and will be available through TEDxPasadena.org starting July 15. TEDxPasadena organizers are seeking scholarship patrons, corporate partners and event sponsors who are interested in benefits that include customized day-of branding opportunities. For more information, contact Rebecca Love Haussling at
[email protected]
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EDITOR'S TOP NEWS PICKS
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"Preliminary statistics released by the Pasadena Police Department show a 15% drop in crime reported this year below the same time last year. The monthly report based on calls for service for April shows a 75% drop in homicides, a 47% drop in robberies, and a 37% drop in residential burglaries in year-to-date totals when compared to the same period in 2017. That's not the only good news. The number of stolen vehicles went down by 35%, and assaults dropped, too, by 27%." Pasadena Now
"Along with choosing the governor, attorney general, senator and more, Pasadena voters will decide four issues that hit a little closer to home in this year's June 5 election. The four local measures focus on election schedules and legalizing marijuana dispensaries. Here's everything voters need to know before they fill out their ballots."
(Measures AA, BB, CC and DD) Pasadena Star-News
"At their latest regular meeting, the Pasadena City Council unanimously approved modifications to the city's municipal code that will make property owners and tenants liable for any fireworks 'used, possessed, sold, or discharged on their property,' according to city staff's report. The strengthened ordinance aims to give the fire and police departments the ability to enforce the city's fireworks prohibition, even if the perpetrator is unable to be identified, as is typically the case." Pasadena Independent
The Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) has launched a campaign to inform the public about the health effects of cannabis, commonly known as marijuana. The goal of the local educational campaign is to raise awareness about the health effects of cannabis use and the legal consequences of cannabis consumption while driving, which can impair driving abilities. The ads are focused on reaching youth and marijuana users, and will be placed inside Pasadena Transit buses. The current campaign was developed with input from several local youth organizations, including the Pasadena Cigarette Stompers, Day One, Pasadena Youth Council, PPHD Youth Advisory Board, and Rose City High School students.
Pasadena Independent
"HERO is an innovative finance mechanism that empowers homeowners to make energy and efficiency improvements - such as replacing inefficient HVAC systems, installing new windows and doors, or going solar - and to pay for them over time through a voluntary, additional line item on their property taxes. HERO-financed home upgrades are projected to save homeowners over 40 million kilowatt-hours of electricity - and over $5 million on their electric bills - over the expected useful life of the products installed. That is enough energy to power over 4,000 homes for a full calendar year." Pasadena Now
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Looking for other ways to entertain or educate yourself and your family?
For current events around the area, we encourage you to visit our local news outlets. Click on the publication title to visit that publication's events section (alphabetical order).
Monthly WPRA board meeting dates and locations are on the WPRA website. Click on the headline above
or visit our website and look under "Meetings and Events."
... to serve your community and do it with a group of your neighbors who are equally dedicated. If you live within our service area, we'd welcome your help.
- Got the local news bug? Just curious about your city (and would like to share news with 1,600 or so of your closest friends), consider serving as a co-editor of Neighborhood Update. It will only take a few hours a week (on your own schedule) in the month or two a year in which you'd serve. We'll train you.
- We have lots of opportunities to serve on one of our many committees:
- Land use and planning
If you care about how we use our land
- Education
If you want to help save public education for West Pasadena
- Open space & conservation
If you care about preserving open space and conservation of land and resources
- Membership
If you'd like to help us continue to build our membership so we can do more
If you'd like to chat about ways we could help you become more involved or, more likely, more effective (by helping us), send an email to WPRA President. Tell him about your interests.
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To submit information for the Neighborhood Update, send it to [email protected].
Joseph Stoddard's watercolors: The WPRA is grateful to local artist Joseph Stoddard, who has generously allowed us to display his watercolors in our quarterly newsletter, The (WPRA) News; on the WPRA website; and in this publication. To explore Mr. Stoddard's work, visit josephstoddard.com.
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