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PASADENA, Calif. – Pasadena City Council is pleased to announce that Mike Futrell will be appointed as the next City Manager, with an expected start date of Wednesday, May 13. Futrell brings more than 30 years of public-sector experience, including 18 years in executive Chief Administrative and City Management roles. He currently serves as City Manager for the City of Riverside, and previously held leadership posts including City Manager of South San Francisco, Chief Administrative Officer for the City/County of... continue reading »"Pasadena City Council Announces Appointment of Mike Futrell as New City Manager"

Pasadena, CA — The City of Pasadena is celebrating a major milestone in its expanding life sciences and innovation economy as the Pasadena BioCollaborative Incubator (PBC) marks 22 years of operation and welcomes its 100th company. This achievement reflects Pasadena’s long-standing commitment to supporting cutting-edge research, fostering entrepreneurial growth, and strengthening the region’s position as a hub for scientific advancement. Over more than two decades, the incubator has played a vital role in Pasadena’s economic landscape by providing laboratory space,... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Joins Pasadena BioCollaborative Incubator in Celebrating 22 Years and 100th Company During Connect Week"

PASADENA, Calif.— The Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) is informing the community about an elevated number of reported typhus fever infections in Los Angeles County and encouraging residents to take preventive steps to help reduce the risk of infections. No cases have been reported in Pasadena this year, compared with two cases reported in 2025. Typhus fever is spread to people through infected fleas and can cause high fever, chills, body aches, headaches, and a rash. These symptoms usually appear... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Health Department Encourages Precautions to Prevent Typhus Infection"

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena’s Public Works Department will begin construction on the FY26 Annual ADA Citywide Sidewalk Improvement Project on Monday, April 13, to repair damaged sidewalks and improve accessibility throughout the community. In alignment with City Council’s goals to maintain and enhance public infrastructure and improve mobility, the project will repair sidewalks at approximately 600 locations citywide. The project targets priority locations identified through ongoing maintenance and accessibility efforts. Work will include removal and replacement of roughly 75,000 square feet... continue reading »"City of Pasadena to Begin Annual ADA Citywide Sidewalk Improvement Project on April 13"

PASADENA, Calif - The Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department (RSD) invites tenants, landlords, and community members to attend its upcoming Monthly Workshop focused on habitability and downward adjustments of rent. The workshop will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Rent Stabilization Department office, 199 S. Los Robles Ave., 1st Floor Conference Room. Residents may attend in person or participate virtually via Zoom at Bit.ly/MonthlyRSDWorkshops. Under Article XVIII of Pasadena’s Charter, tenants have the right to... continue reading »"Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department to Host April Workshop on Habitability and Downward Rent Adjustments"

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena City Council and the City of Pasadena have partnered with the California Community Foundation (CCF) to launch the Pasadena Emergency Assistance Fund, a new resource established to support local families impacted by federal immigration enforcement activity. The creation of the fund follows City Council action on July 21, 2025, appropriating $100,000 toward establishing an Immigrant Assistance Fund. The California Community Foundation brings extensive experience administering similar emergency aid programs throughout the region. CCF will host Pasadena’s fund... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Launches Emergency Assistance Fund to Support Immigrant Families"

PASADENA, Calif.— The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department, Senior Commission, and Pasadena Village will host the City’s fifth annual Older Americans Month Celebration on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Victory Park, 2575 Paloma St. This free community event will showcase Pasadena’s resources for older adults, featuring giveaways, food, educational presentations, and more than 50 exhibitors. The program will begin with remarks from local public officials. Attendees are encouraged to register in... continue reading »"The City of Pasadena Hosts Fifth Annual Older Americans Month Celebration at Victory Park"

PASADENA, Calif. – The City of Pasadena and Allegra Consulting Inc. were honored with two prestigious accolades for the documentary Amplify | Voices of People and Families Displaced by Freeway Construction in Pasadena, California. The film earned a Gold MarCom Award and a 2025 Davey Award, recognizing its excellence in marketing, communications, and impactful storytelling. The 38‑minute documentary, produced for the City of Pasadena, amplifies the voices of residents and families uprooted by the construction of the SR‑710 and I-210... continue reading »"The City of Pasadena and Allegra Win Two Prestigious Awards for Amplify| Voices of People and Families Displaced by Freeway Construction in Pasadena Documentary"