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PASADENA, CA — In a significant step toward preserving its cherished history while embracing the future, the Pasadena City Council, during its regularly scheduled meeting on August 21, 2023, approved a plan to move forward and begin the process of seismically retrofitting and repairing the Pasadena Central Library. On May 3, 2021, City officials closed the Central Library as a result of a seismic evaluation of the building’s structural system. The evaluation indicated that the building is an unreinforced masonry... continue reading »"Pasadena City Council Approves Plan to Retrofit And Repair Central Library"

PASADENA, CA — The City of Pasadena wishes to extend its heartfelt gratitude to the resilient residents of Pasadena who demonstrated extraordinary cooperation and preparedness during the recent weather events caused by Tropical Storm Hilary. As the storm swept through our community, the strength of our residents' unity, dedication to safety, and quick action proved instrumental in safeguarding lives and minimizing damage. "I want to thank the entire Pasadena community for its cooperation before, during, and after the weather events... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Commends Community Resilience and Swift Response in the Wake of Tropical Storm Hilary"

PASADENA, Calif.— The City of Pasadena is actively monitoring the approaching Hurricane Hilary and is taking proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents. As the storm continues to advance, city officials are working diligently to prepare for potential impacts and to provide essential resources to the public. The City encourages the public to stay informed and have essential supplies ready in case of an emergency: Emergency supplies: The City encourages residents to assemble emergency supply kits... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Gears Up for Hurricane Hilary Preparedness"

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) reminds the community that health care workers (HCW) in Pasadena must be up to date with COVID-19 vaccination and must wear masks in healthcare and direct care settings as required by Pasadena Health Officer Orders. Pasadena has observed evidence of a surge in local COVID-19 cases. Over the last month, there has been a 35% increase in weekly cases. We know this is an underestimate of cases because of the widespread adoption of... continue reading »"Pasadena Maintains Masking and COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Health Care Workers"

PASADENA, Calif— The City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division invites the public to a Community Meeting on Thursday, August 31, 6-8 p.m. at the Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave, to learn about the Robinson Park Recreation Center Capital Improvement Public Art Project. This event is a great opportunity for residents to meet the selected artists and find out how they can participate in the public art development process. Artists Deborah Aschheim and Carla Jay Harris will... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Hosts Public Art Community Meeting at the Robinson Park Recreation Center"

PASADENA, Calif. – The Pasadena Rental Housing Board ("Rent Board") held its inaugural meeting on May 24, 2023, and has officially commenced operations.  The Rent Board’s primary focus is to implement and enforce compliance with the Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment (Pasadena City Charter, Article XVIII).  The Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment, commonly known as Measure H, was approved by voters in the General Election and came into effect on December 22, 2022.   This significant amendment... continue reading »"Pasadena Rental Housing Board Now Active"

PASADENA, Calif.— The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will host its 8th Annual Centennial Square Boxing Show event in front of City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave., on Friday, Aug. 25, from 7-10 p.m. This free, family-friendly event features 12 bouts of action-packed, Olympic-style boxing, with both male and female competitors ages 8 and older. Boxing promotes physical and mental discipline, strength and well-being, and is often a good fit for youth. The evening kicks off with... continue reading »"Centennial Square Boxing Show Returns to Pasadena City Hall"

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) has selected first, second, and third-place winners, as well as three honorable mentions, in the 2023 “Water is Life” Art Contest. Held every year in partnership with the Metropolitan Water District (MWD), the contest is open to all Pasadena students in grades K–12 who reside within PWP service territory. Student artists submitted creative artwork with messaging encouraging the community to conserve and use water wisely. Artwork submissions were due in early June 2023.... continue reading »"Pasadena Water and Power Announces 2023 “Water is Life” Art Contest Winners"

PASADENA, CA – On July 22, 2023, at 3:21 AM, 32-year-old Jesse Munoz of Los Angeles was murdered during a robbery at MileMarker 36.28 on Angeles Crest Highway. Munoz was inside a vehicle with a female companion at a scenic viewpoint when the homicide occurred. Detectives from the Pasadena Police Department’s Robbery / Homicide Unit (RHU) responded to the homicide scene to commence an immediate follow-up investigation. RHU detectives tirelessly followed investigative leads and quickly identified suspects and a suspect... continue reading »"Pasadena Homicide Arrest - Angeles Crest Highway"

PASADENA, Calif.– As part of Pasadena’s commitment to the adoption of clean energy, Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) is expanding its energy portfolio with 25 megawatts (MW) of geothermal energy as part of Pasadena’s commitment to growing clean energy and goal of sourcing 100% of its electricity from carbon-free sources. “Pasadena continues to invest in our renewable future,” said PWP General Manager Sidney Jackson. “The addition of this new geothermal energy brings us closer to meeting goals adopted by the... continue reading »"Pasadena Expands Renewable Electricity Resources With Geothermal Contract"