Year: 2021

(PASADENA, CA.)—On October 19, 2021, Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo announced that the Pasadena City Council intends to appoint former Pasadena City Manager Cynthia Kurtz to serve as the Interim City Manager. Kurtz’s proposed contract will be on the agenda for the October 25th City Council meeting. Beginning in November 2021, Kurtz will work with City Manager Steve Mermell to ensure a smooth transition, prior to assuming the Interim City Manager role on December 3rd after Mermell’s retirement. Kurtz, a Pasadena... continue reading »"Pasadena City Council Intends to Appoint Cynthia Kurtz as Interim City Manager"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 19, 2021 NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Derderian, Pasadena Public Information Officer, City Manager’s Office, (626) 744-4755, lderderian@cityofpasadena.net PASADENA, Calif.—In an earthquake, collapsing buildings have the potential to kill people. That is why the City of Pasadena works hard to put preventive measures into place to protect residents and businesses. In 2019, the Pasadena City Council passed an ordinance on soft-story buildings. Building codes are updated by the state every three years; however, with an aging building... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Encourages Community To Prepare Now for Next Big Earthquake"

Although so much of our focus has been on fighting COVID, we need to remember that Southern California is overdue for an earthquake.  During this annual earthquake drill, participants are asked to stop what they are doing and react as if an earthquake has occurred by dropping to the ground, taking cover under something sturdy, and holding on for one minute. In addition to the safety drill, staff will participate in a variety of earthquake preparedness activities, including practicing the... continue reading »"Great Shake Out Earthquake Drill” on October 21, 2021 at 10:21 a.m."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 15, 2021 NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Derderian, Pasadena Public Information Officer, City Manager’s Office, (626) 744-4755, lderderian@cityofpasadena.net PASADENA, Calif.—Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) provide long-term care services to many of Pasadena’s frail, older adults with underlying chronic medical conditions. Despite regulation by the state and the county, substandard care is an ongoing and persistent problem in many SNFs throughout the region, including Pasadena. The COVID-19 pandemic magnified systemic deficiencies at SNFs that threatened the lives of many... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Forms Multidisciplinary Team in Proactive Stance To Improve Quality of Life for Residents in Long-Term Care Facilities"

Classic Cars, Modern Show Cars, Food, Live Music, Auctions  and Raffles  Proceeds from this event to benefit Pasadena Pal Program Pasadena Police Explorers Post #19 and Pasadena Police Cancer awareness campaigns (Pink Patch and No-Shave November)  Paseo Colorado 300 East Green Street Pasadena, California 91101 

Thursday, November 11, 2021 10:30 a.m. Military flyover by the Condor Squadron at 11:11 a.m. Thank you to the Office of Supervisor Barger for support of the flyover Pasadena City Hall – Centennial Square 100 Garfield Avenue Pasadena, California 91101 Please join the City of Pasadena, Pasadena Senior Center, Vietnam Veterans of America (Ch. 446), and the American Legion Pasadena post #13 in honoring Veterans in this great City. Special Guest Speaker Brigadier General (CA) David Smith, Special Assistant to... continue reading »"Veteran's Day! "Pasadena Salutes Our Veterans!""

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 7, 2021 NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Derderian, Pasadena Public Information Officer, City Manager’s Office (626) 744-4755, lderderian@cityofpasadena.net The City of Pasadena is observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. National Disability Employment Awareness Month aims to educate the public about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion." The Pasadena City Council... continue reading »"Pasadena Observes National Disability Employment Awareness Month"

PRESS CONFERENCE WHO: Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo & City Councilmembers will unveil a newly installed plaque honoring the late Eddie Van Halen and his connection to Pasadena. WHAT: Following the passing of Eddie Van Halen on October 6, 2020, the City received requests and suggestions from the community to do or name something in Mr. Van Halen’s honor to recognize both his local connection to Pasadena, as well as the impact that his artistry had on music. Given the band’s... continue reading »"City Of Pasadena and Pasadena Center Operating Company Unveil a Memorial Plaque Honoring the Late Eddie Van Halen"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 4, 2021 NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Derderian, Pasadena Public Information Officer, City Manager’s Office (626) 744-4755, lderderian@cityofpasadena.net (PASADENA, CA.) - The Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in offering advice on celebrating Halloween in a lower-risk environment to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. As children under age 12 years are not yet eligible for COVID-19 vaccination and COVID-19 is still widespread in our community, precautions are highly... continue reading »"Celebrate Halloween Responsibly"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2021 NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Derderian, Pasadena Public Information Officer, City Manager’s Office (626) 744-4755, lderderian@cityofpasadena.net PASADENA, Calif.—After completing a nationwide search that spanned four months and attracted well-qualified candidates, Tony Olmos has been appointed public works director with the City of Pasadena effective Nov. 1. He will oversee a department with 230 full-time employees and an annual budget of $76.9 million. Olmos has 28 years of professional experience and comes to Pasadena from the... continue reading »"City of Pasadena Welcomes New Public Works Director"