Legislative Policy Committee
September 27, 2022

AGENDA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
PUBLIC MEETING 4:30 P.M. (UPDATED)

MEMBERS
Victor M. Gordo, Mayor
Gene Masuda, District 4
Steve Madison, District 6
STAFF
David M. Reyes, Acting Assistant City Manager
Javan Rad, Chief Assistant City Attorney
Tamer Sabha, Recording Secretary

MISSION STATEMENT
The City of Pasadena is dedicated to delivering exemplary municipal services, responsive to our entire community and consistent
with our history, culture and unique character.

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CITY OF PASADENA

SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
PUBLIC MEETING 4:30 P.M. (UPDATED)
Note to the Public: City Hall is closed to the public until further notice.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the special meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee will be held by video conference on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 4:30 p.m., to discuss matters on the attached agenda.

STEVE MADISON, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee
I HEREBY CERTIFY that this agenda in its entirety, was posted on the Internet at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/commissions/city-council-legislative-policy-committee/ and on the Council Chamber Bulletin Board, Room S249, and the Bulletin Board in the rotunda area; City Hall, 100 North Garfield Avenue, this 26th day of September 2022 by 4:30p.m. and that copies hereof were faxed, emailed or delivered to each member of the City Council and to each local newspaper of general circulation, radio or television station requesting notice in writing, all of which recipients are identified on the distribution herein below.

DISTRIBUTION:

Victor M. Gordo, Mayor
Gene Masuda, Councilmember
Steve Madison, Councilmember
Miguel Marquez, City Manager
Julie A. Gutierrez, Assistant City Manager
Mark Jomsky, City Clerk
Michele Bagneris, City Attorney

RUBEN MARTINEZ
City Manager's Office
Alex Padilla, U.S. Senator
Dianne Feinstein, U.S. Senator
Adam Schiff, U.S. Congressman
Judy Chu, U.S. Congresswoman
Anthony Portantino, State Senator
Chris Holden, State Assembly Member
Kathryn Barger, Board of Supervisors
La Opinion
Jana Stewart, Management Analyst III to Mayor/Council
Chris Giglio, Legislative Advocate
Los Angeles Times
Pasadena Independent
Pasadena Journal
Pasadena NOW
Pasadena Star-News
Pasadena Weekly
David Jones, Legislative Advocate
Tamer Sabha, Recording Secretary
City Hall Information Kiosk
Pasadena Hastings Library

SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
September 27, 2022
Public Meeting: 4:30 P.M.

Council Chamber, Pasadena City Hall
100 North Garfield Avenue, Room S249
PUBLIC MEETING - 4:30 P.M.

ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT – LIMITED TO ITEMS ON THIS SPECIAL MEETING

AGENDA AND WILL BE HEARD AT THE TIME THE ITEM IS

CONSIDERED

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 24, 2022 – Special Meeting*
June 28, 2022 – Special Meeting*
July 26, 2022 – Cancelled Meeting*
August 23, 2022 – Cancelled Meeting*

NEW BUSINESS

1. DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF CLIMATE ACTION BILLS

2. DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF SB 959 PORTANTINO; SURPLUS
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY: USE OF FUNDS: PRIORITIES AND
PROCEDURES*

3. NOVEMBER 2022 BALLOT MEASURES*

INFORMATION ONLY

4. BRIEFING BY DAVID JONES AND KYRA EMANUELS ROSS ON STATE

LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

5. BRIEFING BY CHRIS GIGLIO ON FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

6. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2021 – 2022 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 FOR:
a. Accessibility and Disability Commission*
b. Commission on the Status of Women*
2 c. Environmental Advisory Commission*
d. Human Relations Commission*

7. PAST AGENDAS FOR CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS*
a. Accessibility and Disability Commission – August 23, 2022 b. Arts & Culture Commission – July 14, 2022, July 21, 2022, July 28, 2022 September 8, 2022
c. Code Enforcement Commission – July 7. 2022
d. Commission on the Status of Women – July 6, 2022, September 7, 2022 e. Community Police Oversight Commission – July 7, 2022, August 4, 2022, September 1, 2022
f. Deferred Compensation Committee – August 2, 2022
g. Design Commission – June 28, 2022, July 12, 2022, July 26, 2022, August 23, 2022, September 13, 2022
h. Early Childhood Development & Early Learning Task Force – July 6, 2022, July 20, 2022, August 3, 2022, August 17, 2022, September 7, 2022, September 21, 2022
i. Environmental Advisory Commission – August 9, 2022
j. Fire & Police Retirement – July 20, 2022, September 21, 2022, k. Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee – June 28, 2022, July 26, 2022,
l. Historic Preservation Commission – July 5, 2022, July 19, 2022, August 2, 2022, September 20, 2022
m. Human Relations Commission –Human Services Commission – July 12, 2022, September 6, 2022,
n. Human Services Commission – July 13, 2022, August 10, 2022, September 14, 2022
o. Library Commission – August 17, 2022, September 21, 2022 p. Northwest Commission – July 12, 2022, August 9, 2022, September 13, 2022
q. Old Pasadena Parking Meter Zone Advisory Commission – July 21, 2022 r. Planning Commission – June 29, 2022, July 13, 2022, July 27, 2022, August 10, 2022, August 24, 2022, September 14, 2022
s. Recreation and Parks Commission – August 9, 2022
t. Senior Commission – July 12, 2022, August 9, 2022, September 13, 2022 u. South Lake Parking Place Commission – July 28, 2022
v. Transportation Advisory Commission – July 28, 2022, August 24, 2022, September 22, 2022,
w. Urban Forestry Advisory Committee – July 13, 2022, July 27, 2022, September 14, 2022

ADJOURN

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 24, 2022 – Special Meeting*
June 28, 2022 – Special Meeting*
July 26, 2022 – Cancelled Meeting*
August 23, 2022 – Cancelled Meeting*
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CITY OF PASADENA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE MINUTES

PASADENA CITY HALL
100 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE
COUNCIL CHAMBER – ROOM S249
MAY 24, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING
The meeting was convened and held virtually by videoconference/teleconference.

OPENING The Chair called the special meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee to order at 2:06 p.m.

ROLL CALL:

Staff:

Chair Steve Madison
Mayor Victor M. Gordo
Councilmember Gene Masuda
Cynthia Kurtz, Interim City Manager
Phillip Leclair, Acting Assistant City Manager
Michele Bagneris, City Attorney/City Prosecutor
Mark Jomsky, City Clerk
Matthew Hawkesworth, Director of Finance
David Reyes, Director of Planning and Community Development Rochelle Branch, Cultural Affairs Manager
Israel Del Toro, Senior Project Manager
Arlene Gallardo, Risk and Insurance Administrator
Whitney Harrison, Public Health Division Manager
Kristen Johnston, Management Analyst IV
Jennifer Paige, Deputy Director of Planning and Community Development
Timothy Park, Budget Administrator
Ron Takiguchi, Building Official
Tamer Sabha, Recording Secretary
NEW BUSINESS AMENDMENT OF THE 2022 STATE LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM

REGARDING MENTAL HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Phillip Leclair, Acting Assistant City Manager, introduced the item and Whitney Harrison, Public Health Division Manager for Social and Mental Health, reviewed the agenda report as part of a PowerPoint presentation, and responded to questions.

The committee discussed adding similar language to the City’s Federal Legislative Platform in support of legislation that supports efforts to improve mental and behavioral health access and services for the community, including a framework that will help individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders; and directed staff to prepare an agenda report with the requested information and agendize the matter at a future City Council meeting.

It was moved by Mayor Gordo, seconded by Councilmember Masuda, to approve the staff recommendation , and forward the item to the City Council for consideration:
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AYES: Mayor Gordo, Councilmember Masuda, Chair Madison NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None

BUDGET WORKSHOP – FY 2023 RECOMMENDED OPERATING
BUDGET
a. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DEPARTMENT

David Reyes, Director of Plan ning and Community Development, provided introductory comments , and Kristen Johnston, Management Analyst IV, Ron Takiguchi, Building Official, and Israel Del Toro, Senior Project Manager, jointly presented a PowerPoint presentation on the item, with all responding to questions.

Chair Madison asked staff to consider reducing the number of outsourced consultant plan check referrals, preferring that City employees conduct the plan reviews.

Councilmember Masuda expressed concern with the City’s current employment vacancies for planners and inspectors. In response, Director Reyes confirmed that they are currently five va cancies in the Planning Department and elaborated on the hiring and training process.

Following discussion, on the order of the Chair, and by consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.

b. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
i. NEW BUDGET ENHANCEMENT REQUEST FOR

OVERSIGHT COMMISSION SUPPORT DIVISION

Mayor Gordo was excused
and left the meeting at 2:36
p.m.

Michele Bagneris, City Attorney /City Prosecutor , presented a PowerPoint presentation on the item, and responded to questions.

In response to Councilmember Masuda’s inquiry related to residents’ concerns regarding the visibility of traffic signals and stop signs in the City, Interim City Manager Cynthia Kurtz responded that the Municipal Services Committee will be presented the F iscal Year (FY) 2023 recommended operating budgets for the Department of Transportation and Public Works Department, and both departments will work together to address those concerns.

In response to Chair Madison’s inquiry related to how city departments are invoiced for City Attorney’s Office legal services , Matthew Hawkesworth, Director of Finance, responded that the city undertakes a cost allocation plan study that is reviewed every two years , and such costs are allocated based on a variety of factors.

In response to Chair Madison’s inquiry regarding the reviewing of claim reports, Ms. Bagneris, and Arlene Gallardo, Risk and Insurance Administrator, provided a brief overview and status report related to the City’s Origami Risk Management software system.

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Mark Jomsky, City Clerk, stated that all claims received by the city are entered into the Origami Risk Management software system.

Following discussion, Chair Madison asked staff to provide an information report to the Legislative Policy Committee on trends identified in the claims filed against the City through the Origami Risk Management system.

Tamer Sabha, recording secretary, reported that the City Clerk’s office received one letter of correspondence expressing support of the Community Police Oversight Commission proposed budget
enhancement for training.

Following further discussion, on the order of the Chair, and by consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.

c. CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

Mark Jomsky, City Clerk, provided introductory comments, presented a PowerPoint presentation on the item, and responded to questions.

In response to Councilmember Masuda’s concerns with staff returning to in-person meetings and the number of COVID -19 cases rising in Los Angeles County, Mr. Jomsky stated that the City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, and Mayor, will make the decision to recommend to the City Council to return to in-person meetings at an appropriate time taking into consideration the City’s Public Health Director’s recommendation and Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency order.

Following discussion, on the order of the Chair, and by consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.

d. FY 2023 ENHANCEMENT REQUESTS

Cynthia Kurtz, Interim City Manager, provided information on the fiscal year 2023 enhancement request s to improve the Public Works Department budget for intersection inspections , and the Transportation and Public Works departments improvements, a nd responded to questions.

Matthew Hawkesworth, Director of Finance, reported that all the City Council committees received the list of enhancement requests from all the City Departments , not including the request made by the City Attorney’s Office for the Community Police Oversight Commission, presented earlier in the meeting. He further added that the enhancement requests are a list of programs, services, or equipment (approved by the City Manager) that are requested by departments to cont inue the work that has begun or to begin new projects, pending approval from the City Council; and responded to questions.

Chair Madison requested staff provide information to the City Council related to the enhancement requests and the City’s adopted budget within the last three years.

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Following discussion, on the order of the Chair, and by consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.

ADJOURNMENT On the order of the Chair, the special meeting of the Legislative Pol icy Committee was adjourned at 3:54 p.m.

ATTEST:

____________________
Tamer Sabha
Recording Secretary

_________________________________
Councilmember Steve Madison, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee

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CITY OF PASADENA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE MINUTES

PASADENA CITY HALL
100 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE
COUNCIL CHAMBER – ROOM S249
JUNE 28, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING

The meeting was convened and held virtually by videoconference/teleconference.

OPENING The Chair called the special meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee to order at 2:21 p.m.

ROLL CALL:

Staff:

Chair Steve Madison
Mayor Victor M. Gordo (Absent)
Acting Chair Gene Masuda

David Reyes, Acting Assistant City Manager
Javan Rad, Chief Assistant City Attorney
Garrett Stevenson, Recording Secretary

APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilmember Masuda, seconded by Councilmember Madison, to approve the minutes of April 26, 2022 – Special Meeting and May 3, 2022 – Special Meeting, as submitted:

AYES: Councilmember Masuda, Chair Madison
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Gordo
ABSTAIN: None

INFORMATION ONLY BRIEFING BY DAVID JONES AND KYRA EMANUELS ROSS ON

STATE LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

David Jones and Kyra Emanuels Ross, State Legislative advocates for the City, provided an update on the state and local legislative matters listed below and responded to questions:

• AB 512 (Holden) State Highways: relinquishment: infrastructural barriers;
• SB 1177 (Portantino) Joint powers authorities; Cities of Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena;
• AB/SB 178 (Ting) Budget Act of 2022;
• SB 192 as amended, (Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review) Better for Families Tax Refund;
• SCA 10 (Atkins) Reproductive freedom;
• SB 54 (Allen) Solid waste: reporting, packing, and plastic food service ware.
• $1.1 billion for arrears in relief for water and power customers who are behind on their payments;
• $ 3 million for upgrading Rose Bowl power facilities; • Progress on Susan Eggman’s 8 bill package to improve the behavioral health care system, 2 of the bills p assed out of judiciary assembly;
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• $180 m illion for local governments to implement organics program; and
• $97.5 billion surplus from prop 2 is to be reallocated, however restricted by the Gann Limit.

Following discussion and on the order of the Chair, the information was received and filed.

BRIEFING BY CHRIS GIGLIO ON FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE

MATTERS

Chris Giglio, Federal Legislative advocate for the City, provided an update on the federal legislative matters listed below and answered questions on the following topics:

• Legislation has been introduced to legalize abortion on a national basis after the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade;
• Congress approved legislation to provide an extension of waivers to the U.S. Department of Agriculture that can provide free school lunches through the summer of 2022 regardless of income;
• 2023 fiscal year budget is moving forward, the subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee has already approved all 12 of the bills;
• Congresswoman Chu has made requests on the City’s behalf for community project funding for:
o An additional homeless outreach team run by the Public Health Department; and
o Construction of semi-permanent pavilions for outside dining.
• Senator Padilla has made requests on the City’s behalf for pedestrian enhancement for North Fair Oaks Ave;
• The Federal Gas Tax holiday has little support in Congress; • Following 2021 Infrastructure bill, Department of Transportation is hiring 2000 additional staff; and
• Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (S. 2938).

Following discussion and on the order of the Chair, the information was received and filed.

PAST AGENDAS FOR CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

a. Accessibility and Disability Commission – April 26, 2022, May 24, 2022, June 21, 2022
b. Arts & Culture Commission – May 12, 2022, June 9, 2022 c. Code Enforcement Commission – June 2, 2022
d. Commission on the Status of Women – May 4, 2022, May 25, 2022
e. Community Police Oversight Commission – May 5, 2022, June 2, 2022
f. Deferred Compensation Committee – May 3, 2022
g. Design Commission – April 26, 2022, May 10, 2022, May 24, 2022, June 14, 2022
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h. Early Childhood Development & Early Learning Task Force – May 4, 2022, May 18, 2022, June 1, 2022, June 15, 2022
i. Environmental Advisory Commission – May 10, 2022, June 14, 2022
j. Fire & Police Retirement – May 26, 2022
k. Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee – May 24. 2022
l. Historic Preservation Commission – May 3, 2022, June 7, 2022 m. Human Relations Commission – May 3, 2022, June 14, 2022 n. Human Services Commission – May 11, 2022, June 15, 2022 o. Library Commission – May 18, 2022, June 15, 2022
p. Northwest Commission – May 10, 2022, June 14, 2022, June 25, 2022
q. Old Pasadena Parking Meter Zone Advisory Commission – May 5, 2022
r. Planning Commission – April 27, 2022, May 25, 2022, June 8, 2022, June 22, 2022
s. Recreation and Parks Commission – May 3, 2022, June 7, 2022
t. Senior Commission – May 10, 2022, June 14, 2022
u. South Lake Parking Place Commission – May 26, 2022
v. Transportation Advisory Commission – April 28, 2022, June 23, 2022
w. Urban Forestry Advisory Committee – May 11, 2022, June 8, 2022

David Reyes reported that meetings would soon be returning to in- person and staff is prepared to assist committees and commissions with the transition. Chair Madison shared his support for returning to in- person meetings , but highlighted concerns about safety and social distancing.

Councilmember Masuda asked if the Independent Police Auditor, Richard Rosenthal, was adjusting to his new role supporting the Pasadena Police Oversight Commission. Javan Rad, Chief Assistant City Attorney, shared that Mr. Rosenthal has attended two meetings and is supportive of the commission.

Following a brief discussion and o n the order of the Chair , the information was received and filed.

NEW BUSINESS DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF AB 1766 STONE; CALIFORNIA ID’S

FOR ALL

David Reyes, Acting Assistant City Manager, reviewed the report as part of a PowerPoint presentation, and responded to questions.

Garrett Stevenson, Recording Secretary, reported that two letters of correspondence in support of AB 1766 (Department of Motor Vehicles:
driver’s licenses and identification cards) , were received by the City Clerk’s Office, distributed to the Committee, and posted online.

The following residents provided public comment expressing support for AB 1766 , stating vulnerable populations such as undocumented immigrants, low income community members, or victims of domestic 04 06/28/2022
violence require IDs for governmental assistance and other vital resources:

Benjamin Tran, Policy Strategist , representing Asian
Americans Advancing Justice Los Angles
Maria Jose Vides, Policy Advocate, representing Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
Nikki Dominguez, Pasadena resident

Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Masuda, seconded by Chair Madison, to forward the item to the City Council for discussion and consideration:

AYES: Councilmembers Masuda, Chair Madison
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Gordo
ABSTAIN: None

DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF SB 1336 WIENER; HOUSING ON

COLLEGE AND RELIGIOUS LAND

David Reyes, Acting Assistant City Manager, reviewed the report as part of a PowerPoint presentation, and responded to questions.

Chair Madison expressed concern s over the ramifications of Senate Bill, stating that the City would look completely different if staff were to follow SB 1336’s guidelines. He articulated multiple course of actions the City has supported low income -workforce housing throughout the City; and stated that policies used for San Francisco may not be feasible for Pasadena.

Following a brief discussion, the committee expressed opposition to the bill and directed staff to draft a letter in opposition.

Following further discussion, on the order of the Chair, and consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.

ADJOURNMENT On the order of the Chair, the special meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee was adjourned at 3:37 p.m.

ATTEST:

____________________
Garrett Stevenson
Recording Secretary

_________________________________
Councilmember Steve Madison, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee

07/26/2022

CITY OF PASADENA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE MINUTES

PASADENA CITY HALL
100 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE
COUNCIL CHAMBER – ROOM S249
JULY 26, 2022

REGULAR MEETING

The regular meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee, scheduled for Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., was cancelled as ordered on July 21, 2022 and posted by staff.

ATTEST:

____________________
Tamer Sabha
Recording Secretary

/s/ Steve Madison
_________________________________
Steve Madison, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee

08/23/2022

CITY OF PASADENA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE MINUTES

PASADENA CITY HALL
100 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE
COUNCIL CHAMBER – ROOM S249
AUGUST 23, 2022

REGULAR MEETING

The regular meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee, scheduled for Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., was cancelled as ordered on August 18, 2022 and posted by staff.

ATTEST:

____________________
Tamer Sabha
Recording Secretary

/s/ Steve Madison
_________________________________
Steve Madison, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee

NEW BUSINESS

2. DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF SB 959 PORTANTINO; SURPLUS
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY: USE OF FUNDS: PRIORITIES AND
PROCEDURES*
Department of HousingSB 959 (Portantino) Surplus Caltrans Homes in PasadenaDepartment of Housing9/27/22 Department of HousingSB 959 Properties and Buyers•Targeted Properties>Vacant Caltrans-owned single family homes>Historic and non-historic>Unknown number of homes, but may be up to 40•Buyer Priority>Present Occupants>City of Pasadena>Housing Related Entities>Public2 Department of HousingSB 959 Affordable Housing•Specific City of Pasadena Provisions>City may acquire homes at Caltrans’ original purchase price for affordable housing>Prevailing Wage Required>Affordable Housing OptionsRehab homes as affordable homeownership unitsRehab homes for use as permanent rental housing by the City or a nonprofit agency (e.g., Waverly House)Homes sold “as is” at market rate to generate funds for affordable housing»3 to 1 ratio»High or Highest resource areas3 Department of HousingHigh Resource Areas
4Highest Resource(Dark Blue)High Resource(Light Blue)
Department of HousingSB 959 Benefits•Rehab and occupy long vacant homes•Preserve historic homes•Generate property taxes•Option to generate badly need affordable housing funds•Option to create affordable homeownership units•Option to provide permanent housing for lower acuity persons experiencing homelessness5

NEW BUSINESS

3. NOVEMBER 2022 BALLOT MEASURES*

Office of the City Manager

City Hall  100 N. Garfield Avenue  Pasadena, CA 91109 (626) 744-4333  FAX - (626) 744-4774

M E M O R A N D U M

September 27, 2022

TO: Legislative Policy Committee

FROM: David Reyes, Acting Assistant City Manager

RE: November 2022 Ballot Measures

On November 8, 2022, Californians will vote on a variety of important policies that will shape the way our State moves forward. This election, there are seven qualified State ballot measures, two Los Angeles County measures, two City measures, and one Pasadena City College measure.

The attached spreadsheet summarizes each measure and identifies positions taken by the League of California Cities, if available. The seven State measures cover a variety of topics including reproductive rights, gambling, health and education. For Los Angeles County, Measure A would allow the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to vote on removing the elected sheriff from office for cause. County Measure C is a general tax on cannabis businesses located in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.

For the local election, Measure L is the City of Pasadena’s measure to maintain a special revenue source for Pasadena Public Library programs and services. Measure H is a voter initiative that would create an appointed rental-housing board, regulate rent increases for certain rental units, and specify conditions under which landlords could terminate tenancies.

Please Note: Measure H is listed on the spreadsheet for reference only. On August 8, 2022, the City Council approved placing Measure H on the November ballot, and took a neutral position the measure.

Lastly, Measure PCC is a Pasadena Area Community College District bond measure for repairs and upgrades to aging Pasadena City College facilities.

Staff suggests the Legislative Policy Committee review the remaining ballot measures and determine if the City should go on record with a formal position.

Attachment

November 2022 California Ballot Measures p. 1 of 4
Measure Subject Title/Description Support Examples Opposition Examples League Position
Prop 1 Reproductive
Rights
“CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO
REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM. LEGISLATIVE
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.”

Would amend the California Constitution to establish
a right to reproductive freedom. The amendment
states, "The state shall not deny or interfere with an
individual’s reproductive freedom in their most
intimate decisions, which includes their fundamental
right to choose to have an abortion and their
fundamental right to choose or refuse
contraceptives."

California Medical
Association; League of
Women Voters of
California; Planned
Parenthood Affiliates of
California
California Alliance of
Pregnancy Care;
California Catholic
Conference; Pacific
Justice Institute
Not
indicated
Prop 26 Gambling “ALLOWS IN-PERSON ROULETTE, DICE

GAMES, SPORTS WAGERING ON TRIBAL
LANDS. INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL
AMENDMENT AND STATUTE.”

Would legalize sports betting at American Indian
gaming casinos and licensed racetracks in
California; tax profits derived from sports betting at
racetracks at 10%; and legalize roulette and dice
games, such as craps, at tribal casinos.

American Indian
Chamber of
Commerce; Coalition
for Safe, Responsible
Gaming; California
Nations Indian Gaming
Association

California Black
Chamber of Commerce;
National Veterans
Foundation; Society for
the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals Los
Angeles
Neutral
Prop 27 Gambling “ALLOWS ONLINE AND MOBILE SPORTS
WAGERING OUTSIDE TRIBAL LANDS.

INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
AND STATUTE.”

Would legalize online and mobile sports betting for
persons 21 years of age or older, establishing
regulations for the mobile sports betting industry,
imposing a 10% tax on sports betting revenues and
licensing fees, and allocating tax revenue to an
account for homelessness programs and an account
for tribes not operating sports betting.

Local Initiatives
Support Corporation;
San Diego Middletown
Rancheria of Pomo
Indians of California;
San Diego Regional
Task Force for
Homelessness
California District
Attorneys Association;
Goodwill Southern
California; Tribal
Alliance of Sovereign
Indian Nations
Oppose
November 2022 California Ballot Measures p. 2 of 4
Measure Subject Title/Description Support Examples Opposition Examples League Position
Prop 28 Education “PROVIDES ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR ARTS AND MUSIC EDUCATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.

INITIATIVE STATUTE.”

Would require an annual source of funding for K-12
public schools for arts and music education equal to
at least 1% of total state and local revenues that
local education agencies receive under Prop 98;
Distribute portion of additional funding based on a
local education agency's share of economically
disadvantaged students; Require schools with 500+
students to use 80% for employing teachers and
20% for training/materials.

Coalition for
Californians for Arts
and Music Education in
Public Schools;
California Teachers
Association; California
State PTA
None submitted Not
indicated
Prop 29 Health “REQUIRES ON-SITE LICENSED MEDICAL

PROFESSIONAL AT KIDNEY DIALYSIS CLINICS

AND ESTABLISHES OTHER STATE
REQUIREMENTS. INITIATIVE STATUTE.”

Would require dialysis clinics to have at least one
physician, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant while patients are treated; report data on dialysis-
related infections; and not discriminate against
patients based on the source of payment for care.

Coalition for
Californians for Kidney
Dialysis Patient
Protection; Service
Employees
International Union-
United Healthcare
Workers West
California Chamber of
Commerce; California
Medical Association;
American Nurses
Association-CA
Not
indicated
Prop 30 Tax “PROVIDES FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS TO

REDUCE AIR POLLUTION AND PREVENT

WILDFIRES BY INCREASING TAX ON
PERSONAL INCOME OVER $2 MILLION.

INITIATIVE STATUTE.”

Would increase the tax on personal income above
$2 million by 1.75% and dedicating the revenue to
zero-emission vehicle subsidies; zero-emission
vehicle infrastructure, such as electric vehicle
charging stations; and wildfire suppression and
prevention programs.

American Lung
Association; CalFire
State Firefighters;
Coalition for Clean Air
California Chamber of
Commerce; California
Teachers Association;
Howard Jarvis
Taxpayers Association
Not
indicated
November 2022 California Ballot Measures p. 3 of 4
Measure Subject Title/Description Support Examples Opposition Examples League Position
Prop 31 Health “REFERENDUM ON 2020 LAW THAT WOULD

PROHIBIT THE RETAIL SALE OF CERTAIN
FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS.”

Would uphold contested legislation, Senate Bill (SB)
793, which bans the sale of most flavored tobacco
products and tobacco product flavor enhancers. A
“no” on Prop 31 would overturn SB 793 and legalize
the sale of flavored tobacco products in California.

American Academy of
Pediatrics-California;
American Heart
Association; American
Lung Association;
American Cancer
Society Cancer Action
Network
Central Valley Business
Federation; California
Taxpayer Protection
Committee
Not
indicated
Measure A County “CHARTER AMENDMENT PROVIDING

AUTHORITY TO REMOVE AN ELECTED
SHERIFF FOR CAUSE.”

Would allow the Los Angeles County Board of
Supervisors, by a four-fifths vote, to remove the
sheriff from office for cause, which is defined to
include: violation of laws related to the sheriff's
duties; repeated neglect of the sheriff's duties;
misusing public funds or properties; willful
falsification of documents; or obstruction of an
investigation into the department's conduct.

County Supervisor
Janice Hahn;
County Supervisor
Sheila Kuehl;
County Supervisor
Holly Mitchell;
County Supervisor
Hilda Solis
County Supervisor
Kathryn Barger;
Sheriff Alex Villanueva
Oppose
Measure C County “GENERAL TAX ON CANNABIS BUSINESSES

IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF THE
COUNTY.”

Would allow the County to tax cannabis
businesses in the unincorporated areas of LA
County. Revenues produced by this general tax
will be directed to the County’s General Fund and
through the budget process may be utilized on a
variety of programs and initiatives to further
support economic and workforce development in
LA County.

Various stakeholders Association of Rural
Town Councils; Acton
Town Council; Various
stakeholders
Not
indicated
November 2022 California Ballot Measures p. 4 of 4
Measure Subject Title/Description Support Examples Opposition Examples League Position
Measure H

Please Note:

Measure
listed only for
reference.

Pasadena
City Council
took a neutral
position Aug
8, 2022.

City of
Pasadena
“PASADENA CHARTER AMENDMENT

INITIATIVE PETITION MEASURE IMPOSING
RENT CONTROL.”

Would amend the Pasadena City Charter to limit rent
adjustments in the City annually to 75% of the
percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for
multifamily rental units built before February 1, 1995; prohibit evictions from rental units, except for just
cause based on 11 specified criteria; and create an
independent Rental Housing Board appointed by the
City Council to oversee and adopt rules and
regulations.

Jess Rivas City Council
Member, District 5;
ACLU Pasadena-
Foothills Chapter;
Affordable Housing
Services; Democrats of
Pasadena Foothills;
Pasadena Tenants
Union
Allen Edson-
Community Leader;
Paul Little-Former
Pasadena Council
Member; Terry Tornek-
Former Pasadena
Mayor

Not
indicated
Measure L City of
Pasadena
“PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES CONTINUATION
MEASURE.”

Would maintain a special revenue source for
Pasadena Public Library programs and services. If
voters approve the measure, it is expected to
continue to generate approximately $2.8 million
annually for 15 years in dedicated, locally controlled
dollars for Pasadena's libraries.

Victor M. Gordo-Mayor,
City of Pasadena;
Friends of Pasadena
Public Library; League
of Women Voters
Pasadena Area;
Pasadena City College
Board of Trustees;
Pasadena Unified
School Board
None submitted Not
indicated
Measure
PCC
Pasadena
City College
“PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE.

LOCALLY-CONTROLLED FUNDING FOR
COLLEGE UPGRADES.”

Pasadena Area Community College District bond
measure authorizing $565,000,000 at legal rates,
levying 2¢ per $100 of assessed value ($32,000,000
annually) while bonds outstanding. Citizen oversight
and all money locally controlled. Would upgrade
labs, classrooms/career-training facilities, improve
student access to affordable, high quality education
(nursing, health sciences, engineering, technology
and skilled trades); fix roofs, plumbing and electrical systems; and remove asbestos/ lead pipes.

PCC Foundation;
Various stakeholders
Various stakeholders Not
indicated

INFORMATION ITEMS

6. ANNUAL REPORTS – FISCAL YEAR 2021 – 2022 AND WORK
PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 FOR:

a. Accessibility and Disability Commission
b. Commission on the Status of Women
c. Environmental Advisory Commission
d. Human Relations Commission

100 N. Garfield Ave., Room N255 ∙ P.O. Box 7115 ∙ Pasadena, CA 91109-7215 (626) 744-4386 ∙ Fax (626) 744-6698

PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

September 1, 2022

TO: City Council

FROM: Accessibility and Disability Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2021 through June 2022 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

 Report of Accomplishments for July 27, 2021 through June 21, 2022  Report of Commission Attendance for July 27, 2021 through June 28, 2022  Work Plan for August 23, 2022, through June 27, 2023

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Accessibility and Disability Commission at our meetings on June 21, 2022, and August 23, 2022.

Respectfully submitted,

Andrea Jennings, Chair
Accessibility and Disability Commission

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 2 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Report of Accomplishments: 07/27/2021 – 06/21/2022

MISSION (as stated in charter/ordinance):

The purpose of the commission is to advise the council on accessibility issues in Pasadena. The commission shall:

1. Study and examine (a) existing inequities in access to the physical, work, communication, civic involvement, social and cultural environments for all residents of Pasadena, particularly those who have disabilities, and (b) policies, procedures, programs and legislation for eliminating those inequities;

2. Recommend policies, procedures, programs and legislation to promote and ensure the accessibility of the physical, work, communication, civic involvement, social and cultural environments to all residents of Pasadena, particularly those who have disabilities; and

3. Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2021-2022 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Outreach and Awareness
Objective #2 – Robert Gorski Access Award
Objective #3 – Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way
Objective #4 – Housing
Objective #5 – Public Safety
Objective #6 – Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
Objective #7 – Employment

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 3 Objective #1 – Outreach and Awareness

To increase awareness, visibility, and inclusion of the Accessibility and Disability Commission and the disability community, including reflecting the intersectionality of disability community

Commissioners: Sweeney (lead), Friberg, Rogers, Waterson

Action Items:
 Table at a minimum of two community events.

 Review the existing Accessibility and Disability Commission brochure and modify it as needed.

 Invite local disability and social justice organizations to provide informational presentations to the Commission about their services and the individuals they serve.

 Update the history of the Commission section on the Commission’s webpage, which was last revised in 2015. (Farr, Rogers)

 Further develop and utilize the ACCESS Network to build and strengthen Pasadena’s disability community.

 Identify collaboration opportunities with community partners to sustain and grow the iBookClub.

 Facilitate monthly iBookClub meetings in partnership with the Pasadena Public Library.

 Host one online event highlighting disability culture and identity.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Sweeney (lead), Friberg, Rogers, and Waterson to the Outreach and Awareness ad hoc committee.  Commissioners Rogers, Warner II, and Friberg facilitated the monthly iBookClub meeting on the topic of American history and the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 on Monday, July 12. There were 12 members in attendance.  The Outreach and Awareness ad hoc committee volunteered to table at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 20.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 4 August 2021:
 Commissioner Rogers facilitated the monthly iBookClub meeting on the topic of poetry on Monday, August 9. There were 19 members in attendance.  Commissioner Rogers provided information to Library staff about the iBook Club for inclusion in the Library’s response to the California State Library 2021 Summer Library Program Participation Survey.

September 2021:
 Commissioner Sweeney shared the current status of action items for the Outreach and Awareness objective and asked Commissioners to contact an ad hoc committee member (Sweeney, Friberg, Rogers, Waterson) with suggestions of local disability and social justice organizations to present at future meetings.  Commissioner Rogers shared that the iBookClub met virtually on Monday, September 13 and discussed the topic of science.

October 2021:
 The Outreach ad hoc committee will be tabling at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 20, with Commissioners Sweeney, Estabrook, Farr and Waterson participating.
 Commissioners Jennings and Rogers volunteered to review the history of the Commission on the Accessibility and Disability Commission webpage and to provide suggested updates.
 Commissioner Sweeney emailed staff (Everett) an accessible email format to use with the Access Network, an e-list server maintained by staff for the purpose of distributing accessibility and disability related information to the public.  Commissioner Rogers shared that the iBookClub met virtually on Monday, October 11, and discussed the topic of animals. Commissioner Rogers also spoke to Diane Walker (Hastings Branch Library) about how to describe the iBookClub and developed a draft of the bylaws that were sent to the Club leaders for review.

November 2021:
 Chair Farr and Commissioners Sweeney, Waterson, Estabrook, Jagusch tabled at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 20, where they shared information about the Commission with interested community members. Twenty- five individuals signed up to receive accessibility and disability related information via the Access Network e-list serv.
 Commissioner Sweeney updated the Commission brochure with information about the Commission’s current work plan.
 Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Monday, November 8, where they discussed the topic of food with 16 participants in attendance.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 5  Commissioner Rogers is consulting with Staff (Everett) on bylaws for the iBookClub to share with the Hastings Branch Library and the Library Commission.
 Chair Farr discussed accessibility barriers to public participation when public comment is only accepted in person at City Council, committee, and commission meetings and requested that staff look into whether the City is considering continuing virtual public comment (in addition to in-person public comment) once in-person City Council meetings resume.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 Commissioner Sweeney shared that the Black History Parade and Festival was cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns so the Commission will not be able to table at the event as planned.
 Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Monday, January 10, where they discussed the topics of dancing and drumming with 14 participants in attendance.
 Commissioner Rogers shared that the draft iBookClub Principles and Practices document was reviewed by Commissioners Warner II, Friberg, and Library staff.

The role of the Accessibility and Disability Commission will be to include a Commissioner on the iBookClub Planning Team.

February 2022:
 Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Monday, February 14, where they discussed the topic of storytelling with 12 participants in attendance.
 Commissioner Rogers led a discussion about information to add to the Commission’s history posted on the Commission’s webpage. Suggested additions including information about the Adaptive Sports Festival, iBookClub, providing recommendations about accessible features for public use computers at community centers, celebration of the ADA 30th anniversary, and the Robert Gorski Access Award.
 Chair Farr established the Commission History ad hoc committee and appointed himself and Commissioner Rogers to the ad hoc committee. The ad hoc committee will review and recommend updates to the existing Accessibility and Disability Commission History, including recommending additions for 2015- present.

March 2022:
 Commissioner Sweeney led a discussion about suggested action items for the Outreach and Awareness work plan objective in the next fiscal year.  Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Monday, March 14, where they discussed the topic of birthdays with 12 participants in attendance.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 6 April 2022:
 Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Monday, April 11, where they discussed the topic of sports with 11 participants in attendance. She also shared a copy of a flyer advertising the iBookClub that the Hastings Branch Library staff created and made available for library patrons.

May 2022:
 The Commission approved Chair Farr, Vice-Chair Jennings, Commissioner Sweeney, and Commissioner Friberg to attend the Pasadena Disaster Mental Health Plan stakeholder meetings on behalf of the Commission.  Commissioner Rogers shared an update about the iBookClub virtual meeting on Friday, May 13, where they discussed the topic of summer activities with 12 participants in attendance.
 Commissioners Waterson and Sweeney agreed to table on behalf of the Commission at the Older Americans Month celebration on Wednesday, May 25, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Jackie Robinson Community Center.  Commissioner Sweeney agreed to table on behalf of the Commission at be tabling at the Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 18, from 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM.

June 2022
 Commissioner Sweeney tabled on behalf of the Commission at the Juneteenth celebration at Robinson Park Recreation Center on Saturday, June 18, 2022.  Chair Farr and Commissioner Friberg attended the Pasadena Disaster Mental Health Plan virtual meeting on Thursday, May 26 and Friday, May 27, 2022, respectfully, where they provided input on behalf of the Commission about how the Pasadena Public Health department can support community members with disabilities in the event of a disaster.
 The iBookClub met on Monday, June 13, where they discussed the topic of technology with 14 participant in attendance. Councilmember Felicia Williams also attended and participated in the meeting.

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 7 Objective #2 – Robert Gorski Access Award

Conduct and manage the nomination and selection process for the Robert Gorski Access Award. The Robert Gorski Access Award is presented to a Pasadena resident with a disability who has made a significant contribution toward improving accessibility and quality of life for people with disabilities and the City of Pasadena’s disability community. The Robert Gorski Access Award will be presented annually by the Mayor and City Council at a City Council meeting in July and the awardee will be recognized at the Commission's July meeting.

Commissioners: Sweeney (lead), Estabrook

Action Items:
 Recognize the inaugural recipient of the Robert Gorski Access Award at the Commission’s August 2021 meeting.

 Review and recommend any changes to the Robert Gorski Access Award criteria and nomination process for 2022.

 Select the honoree of the Robert Gorski Access Award for recognition in July 2022.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Sweeney (lead) and Estabrook to the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee.
 Commissioner Sweeney provided staff with information about the Robert Gorski Access Award to post on the Commission’s webpage and to use in the City’s press release about the award.

August 2021:
 Donna Pomerantz, the inaugural Robert Gorski Access Award recipient, was recognized at the City Council meeting on Monday, August 2, and the Commission meeting on Tuesday, August 24.

September 2021:
 Commissioner Sweeney shared that the ad hoc committee will resume focusing on this objective after the holiday season in January 2022, and recommended inviting Donna Pomerantz, the inaugural Robert Gorski Access Award recipient, to receive the award at the first in-person meeting.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 8 October 2021:
 Commissioner Sweeney invited Donna Pomerantz, the inaugural Robert Gorski Access Award recipient, to attend and receive the award during opening ceremonies at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 20.

November 2021:
 The Commission presented Donna Pomerantz with the Robert Gorski Access Award during the Adaptive Sports Festival opening ceremonies on Saturday, November 20.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 The Commission discussed the nomination criteria for the Robert Gorski Access Award.

February 2022:
 The Commission continued to discuss updates to the nomination criteria and process for the Robert Gorski Access Award.

March 2022:
 The Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee recommended moving forward with the 2022 award without making any changes to the established nomination process, under which nominations are only accepted from Commissioners. The ad hoc committee suggested that the Commission consider changing the nomination process to accept nominations from individuals not on the Commission starting with the 2023 award.

April 2022:
 The Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee reminded the Commission that the deadline to submit nominations for the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award is Saturday, April 30 and reminded the Commission of nomination eligibility criteria.
 Chair Farr added Commissioner Waterson and himself to the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee for the purpose of reviewing nominations and recommending a 2022 Award nominee to the full Commission.

May 2022:
 The Commission selected Zebreda Dunham as the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award recipient.

June 2022
 Commissioner Sweeney provided information about the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award recipient, Zebreda Dunham, for the City’s press release about her

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 9 recognition. Staff (Everett) informed the Commission that the City Council will recognize Ms. Dunham at its meeting on Monday, August 8, 2022.  The Commission will recognize Ms. Dunham at its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 10 Objective #3 – Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way

Monitor and advise the City Council on accessibility considerations for transportation, paratransit, and public rights-of-way.

Commissioners: Estabrook, Farr, Jagusch, Jennings

Action Items:
 Study, examine, and provide recommendations regarding accessibility considerations for bike lanes, including the Union Street Protected Bike Lane project and the proposed protected bike lane for the North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Plan. (Completed February 2022)

 Explore a City-sponsored ride share program that provides discounted fares for trips within the City as a means to make all destinations within the City more accessible for people with disabilities who use public transit.

 Study, examine, and recommend policies and procedures that establish a communication strategy to inform the public of sidewalk and intersection closures.

 Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb cuts.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Estabrook, Farr, Jagusch, and Jennings to the Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way ad hoc committee.  Staff (Everett) shared that there will be an upcoming public meeting of the North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Plan and will share the details once they are available.
 Staff (Everett) shared information about the Metro Micro on-demand rideshare program as it relates to the Commission’s action item of exploring a City- sponsored ride share program.

August 2021:
 Commissioners Estabrook and Jagusch attended the City Council District 5 Walk & Talk with the Department of Transportation on Saturday, August 7. They spoke with Department of Transportation staff and other attendees about accessibility considerations for protected bike lanes and opportunities for collaboration on the topic.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 11  Chair Farr shared that he had a good experience using the Metro Micro on- demand rideshare program and encouraged other Commissioners and individuals with disabilities to try the service.

September 2021:
 Commissioners Jagusch and Estabrook attended the third North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Plan community meeting on Tuesday, August 31, and reported that the Department of Transportation presented three options, two including protected bike lanes, and informed the meeting attendees that the option without the bike lane is the preferred option.  Staff (Everett) informed Commissioners they may submit comments about the North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Plan on the project website.

October 2021:
 The Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way ad hoc committee asked about the status of the North Lake Avenue Transportation and Safety Enhancement Plan.

Staff (Everett) shared that comments are still being accepted and compiled from the August 21, 2021 meeting.

November 2021:
 Commissioner Estabrook and Staff (Everett) updated the Commission that the North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Plan final conceptual designs and project frequently asked questions are now available online.
 Chair Farr shared the difficulty he experiences with transportation to Brookside Park and asked Staff (Everett) to inquire whether the City can recommend to LA Metro that Metro Micro expand its footprint to serve Brookside Park.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 The Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way ad hoc committee met in January to discuss action items for the work plan objective. The ad hoc committee reported that Staff (Everett) worked with the Department of Transportation in December 2021 to identify locations for on-street accessible parking on blocks where parking was altered due to on-street dining along Colorado Boulevard and Green Street.

February 2022:
 The Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way ad hoc committee met in February to discuss action items for the work plan objective. The ad hoc committee reported that they are not planning to take further action on the Union Street Protected Bike Lane or North Lake Avenue Traffic and Pedestrian

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 12  Safety Enhancement Plan until and unless there are updates to the existing project plans.
 Commissioner Jagusch shared information about the East Colorado Specific Plan and encouraged Commissioners to review the plan and provide any accessibility related comments at the upcoming City Council public hearing on Monday, February 28.

March 2022:
 Commissioner Jagusch shared that the North Lake Avenue Transportation and Safety Enhancement Plan final conceptual designs are now posted online and includes features that improve accessibility (directional ramps, high visibility crosswalks, and curb extensions).
 Staff (Everett) shared an update that the City Council approved the Union Street Protected Bike Lane project at their meeting on Monday, March 14.  Staff (Everett) shared that Public Works staff reported that 175 curb ramps have been or will be installed or brought up to code during FY 2022.

April 2022:
 No update provided.

May 2022:
 Chair Farr reported that the City Council discussed pedestrian usage and safety of street crossings on South Fair Oaks Avenue at its meeting on May 23, 2022, and encouraged interested Commissioners to view the recording of the meeting.

June 2022:
 The Transportation and Public Rights-of-Way ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, June 15, to discuss progress on its work plan action items and ideas for the next work plan.
 Commissioner Jagusch reported that there is a meeting on Wednesday, June 22, about the Central District Specific Plan and plans to attend and report back to the Commission on any disability and accessibility related information.

Status: Carryover to FY 2022-2023

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 13 Objective #4 – Housing

To promote inclusive housing solutions for the disability community.

Commissioners: Jennings (lead), Warner II

Action Items:
 Research a possible recommendation to City Council about the quantity of accessible housing units available through the City of Pasadena housing programs.

 Select a representative to attend Draft Housing Element update public meetings on behalf of the Commission and report to the Commission about the content of the meetings as it relates to accessibility and disability.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Jennings (lead) and Warner II to the Housing ad hoc committee.
 The Commission unanimously voted to approve Commissioners Jennings and Warner II to serve as representatives and speak on behalf of the Commission at the Draft Housing Element meetings.

August 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the Housing Department about housing programs and services for individuals with disabilities.  Chair Farr requested the Housing ad hoc committee draft a recommendation for discussion at the Commission’s September meeting about the quantity of accessible housing units available through the City’s housing programs.

September 2021:
 Vice-Chair Jennings shared that the Housing ad hoc committee is still conducting research on a possible recommendation about increasing the inventory of accessible housing in the city.

October 2021:
 No update provided.

November 2021:
 The Housing ad hoc committee shared a draft version of recommendations for increasing accessible housing in Pasadena, which the Commission discussed and provided feedback.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 14

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 The Housing ad hoc committee met with Staff (Everett) to review and discuss its draft housing recommendations, which will be presented to the Commission for discussion at the next meeting in February.

February 2022:
 The Housing ad hoc committee discussed their proposed recommendations for increasing accessible housing in Pasadena for the Commission to discuss and provide feedback.

March 2022:
 The Commission discussed and provided feedback on the Housing ad hoc committee’s draft recommendations to increase accessible housing in Pasadena.

April 2022:
 The Housing ad hoc committee provided a status update on their draft housing recommendations and reported that they plan to present the recommendations in a letter to Mayor Gordo with the request he share the recommendations with the Housing Task Force. Prior to doing so, they will present the draft letter to the Commission for approval.

May 2022:
 Vice-Chair Jennings provided an update on the status of the City of Pasadena Housing Element.
 Chair Farr reported that a ballot initiative for rent control and just cause eviction in Pasadena will be on the ballot for the November election.

June 2022:
 No updates provided

Status: Carryover to FY 2022-2023
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 15 Objective #5 – Public Safety
To promote and support the public safety of persons with disabilities, their families and neighborhoods.

Commissioners: Farr, Jennings
Action Items:
 Assist in facilitating positive interactions and community relations between the Police Department and the disabled community through means including, but not limited to: requesting a community meeting where the disabled community can interact with the Pasadena Police Department; developing a list of best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities that includes contributions from disability organizations; and providing information about the needs of disabled individuals to the Community Police Oversight Commission.  Explore data about police categorical use of force toward people with disabilities.  Select a representative to observe City Council Public Safety Committee meetings and report to the Commission about the content of the meetings as it relates to accessibility and disability.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed himself and Vice-Chair Jennings to the Public Safety ad hoc committee.
 Chair Farr reported that he is observing the Community Police Oversight Commission training meetings and will report to the Commission as it relates to accessibility and disability.

August 2021:
 Chair Farr observed four of the Community Police Oversight Commission training meetings and reported that the training included police procedures and policies about interacting with persons who have a disability.

September 2021:
 No update provided.

October 2021:
 No update provided.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 16

November 2021:
 No update provided.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 No update provided.

February 2022:
 Chair Farr provided an update on topics discussed at the Community Police Oversight Commission meeting on Thursday, February 3 and shared the topics to be discussed at the next Public Safety Committee meeting on Wednesday, February 23.

March 2022:
 No update provided.

April 2022:
 No update provided.

May 2022:
 No update provided.

June 2022:
 Chair Farr gave information about Nixle, Pasadena’s emergency notification system, to the Commission and encouraged them to sign up to receive notifications about safety announcements affecting City residents.

Status: Carryover to FY 2022-2023

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 17 Objective #6 – Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation

To promote health and recreational opportunities for persons with disabilities and their families.

Commissioners: Estabrook, Waterson, Friberg

Action Items:
 Research and recommend information about accessibility features at City parks to add to the information posted on the City’s website about the parks.

 Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival.

 Consult with other Commissions regarding recreation related objectives.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Estabrook, Friberg, and Waterson to the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee.

August 2021:
 Staff (Everett) reported that the Adaptive Sports Festival will occur on Saturday, November 20, and that the City is partnering with Triumph Foundation to conduct the event.
 Chair Farr requested the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee discuss with Commissioner Sweeney whether the Commission should request time be allotted during the Adaptive Sports Festival opening ceremonies to recognize Donna Pomerantz as the first Robert Gorski Access Award recipient.

September 2021:
 Commissioners Estabrook and Sweeney reported attending a site visit at the Lower Arroyo to review and provide comment on the City's plan to add accessible parking to the parking lot in the Lower Arroyo area adjacent to the casting pond.

October 2021:
 Staff (Everett) reported that the Adaptive Sports Festival currently has 400 registered participants and approximately 125 volunteers and staff, including Commissioner Estabrook who will be facilitating tennis.

November 2021:
 Chair Farr and Commissioners Sweeney, Estabrook, Waterson and Jagusch attended the Adaptive Sports Festival where they volunteered to help with the

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 18 event and provided information about the Commission to interested community members. Chair Farr also made comments on behalf of the Commission during the event’s opening ceremonies.
 Chair Farr suggested that the Commission recommend memorializing Commissioner Estabrook’s role in bringing the Adaptive Sports Festival to Pasadena via a method to be further discussed.
 Commissioner Friberg led a discussion about what accessibility features at City parks the Commission would like added to the park information available on the City’s website.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 Staff (Everett) shared that the Adaptive Sports Festival is tentatively scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022.
 The Commission unanimously voted to approve the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee’s recommended additions to the City’s online Parks and Facilities directory, to include information about the following items:
o Accessible parking (on-site or on-street)
o Accessible restrooms (single or multi-user)
o Playground accessibility information (accessible play components, surface material, accessible routes)
o Sitting areas (availability and type)
o Distance of accessible walking paths; and
o Distance to closest transit stops.

February 2022:
 Commissioner Sweeney led a discussion about the Commission possibly recommending that the Lower Arroyo Streamside Walk project include a trail that is specifically designed to be welcoming to and accessible for people with mobility disabilities. Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Sweeney, Waterson, Friberg, and Estabrook to the Lower Arroyo Streamside Walk accessibility ad hoc committee.
 The Commission unanimously voted to inform the Recreation and Parks Commission that they are working on a recommendation about designing an accessible trail as part of the Lower Arroyo Streamside Walk.

March 2022:
 Commissioner Friberg provided an update on the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee’s efforts to add information about park accessibility to the City’s website and shared that the Parks Division has agreed to assist with collecting data about park accessibility features discussed at the Commission’s January meeting.
 Staff (Everett) reported that the information the Commission provided about the Lower Arroyo Streamside Walk accessible trail was forwarded to the

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 19 Recreation and Parks Commission staff who shared it with the Recreation and Parks Commission Accessibility and Disability ad hoc committee.

March 2022:
 No update provided.

April 2022:
 No update provided.

May 2022:
 Staff (Everett) informed the Commission that the park accessibility information for the City website is still in the process of being collected and status update will be provided at a future meeting.

June 2022:
 No update provided.

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 20 Objective #7 – Employment

To promote the employment of people with disabilities in the Pasadena community.

Commissioners: Rogers, Estabrook, Jagusch

Action Items:
 Study and examine opportunities for and barriers to employment for people with disabilities in order to inform potential recommendations about increasing the employment of people with disabilities in the Pasadena community, including researching support and resources that employers may need.

 Research information about the City of Pasadena ROSE program outreach, application, and interview process and recommend opportunities to increase participation for young people with disabilities.

 Research information about the MASH program outreach, application, and interview process and make recommendations about how to decrease barriers to participation for people with disabilities.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Farr appointed Commissioners Rogers, Estabrook, and Jagusch to the Employment ad hoc committee.
 The Employment ad hoc committee met on Monday, July 26, to discuss possible questions for the ROSE and MASH presenters at the Commission’s meeting on Tuesday, July 27.

August 2021:
 Commissioner Rogers reported that the City Council meeting on Monday, October 4 will celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with a proclamation from the City Council and comments from Chair Farr and staff (Everett) about employment for persons with disabilities.  Commissioner Estabrook contacted the Southern California Resources Services for Independent Living (SCRS-IL) and Commissioner Rogers contacted Jennifer Pringle (Assistant Principal of Special Education & Student Support Services, Pasadena High School) and the Frostig School to share information about the ROSE and MASH programs.
 The Employment ad hoc committee drafted a list of agencies in Pasadena that support individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment and presented it to the Commission. The list will be further reviewed and discussed at the September meeting.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 21 September 2021:
 The Employment ad hoc committee recommended that the Commission provide City staff a list of agencies in Pasadena that provide services to individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment, with the recommendation that the agencies are informed when City employment programs such as MASH and ROSE are accepting applications.

October 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the Human Resources Department on policies and procedures for providing accommodations for job applicants.
 Commissioner Rogers provided an update that Smart & Final, Home Depot, and Michaels were honored by Pasadena Civitan Club as local employers of persons with developmental disabilities at a reception on Thursday, October 14. Several City representatives, including Mayor Victor M. Gordo, attended the reception.  Commissioner Rogers informed the Commission that Governor Newsom signed Senate bill 639 on Monday, September 27, ending an exception that allowed businesses with special licenses to pay people with disabilities subminimum wage for their work.

November 2021:
 Commissioner Rogers reported about a new assistive technology tool, the TD Pilot, which will help employees with disabilities by using an Apple iPad with eye tracking technology.
 Staff (Everett) reported that disability based requests for program modifications and auxiliary aids and services for the ROSE program participants will be facilitated by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and that she is assisting PRCS staff to develop policies and procedures to respond to any requests.

December 2021:
 No update due to meeting cancellation.

January 2022:
 The Employment ad hoc committee met with Staff (Everett) on Wednesday, January 19 to review the work plan action items, list of local agencies serving individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment, and employment programs offered by the City (ROSE and MASH).
 Staff (Everett) shared that the MASH application period will be open from Thursday, February 3 through Monday, February 17.

February 2022:
 The Employment ad hoc committee provided an update that they have contacted the nine previously identified agencies in Pasadena that support

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 22 individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment to inform them about the MASH program application deadline.

March 2022:
 The Employment ad hoc committee provided an update that they have contacted the nine previously identified agencies in Pasadena that support individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment to inform them about the ROSE internship program application deadline.

April 2022:
 The Commission received a presentation from the Pasadena office of the Department of Rehabilitation about their employment services for people with disabilities.
 The employment ad hoc committee met in advance of the Commission meeting to discuss possible questions for the presenter from the Department of Rehabilitation.

May 2022:
 No update provided.

June 2022
 The Employment ad hoc committee met on Thursday, June 16, to discuss progress on its work plan action items and ideas for the next work plan.  The Employment ad hoc committee updated the list of agencies in Pasadena that support individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment and provided the updated list to staff.

Status: Completed

ADC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2020-2021. Approved June 21, 2022. 23 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2021-2022

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2021 - June 2022

MEMBERS
07/27/21 REGULAR08/24/21 REGULAR09/28/21 REGULAR10/26/21 REGULAR11/23/21 REGULAR11/30/21 SPECIAL12/28/21 REGULAR01/25/22 REGULAR02/22/22 REGULAR03/22/22 REGULAR04/26/22 REGULAR05/24/22 REGULAR06/21/22 SPECIAL6/28/22 REGULAR

TOTAL MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

JAMES FARR
District 3 P P P P XX P XX A P P P P P XX 10 90.91%

ANDREA JENNINGS
District 7 P P P P XX P XX P P P P P P XX 11 100.00%

CY ESTABROOK
Mayor P P P P XX P XX A P A P A P XX 8 72.73%

DANIELLE FRIBERG
District 1 P A P P XX P XX P A P A P A XX 7 63.64%

CASEY JAGUSCH
District 2 P P P A XX P XX P P P P P P XX 10 90.91%

SHARON ROGERS
District 4 P P P P XX P XX P P P P P P XX 11 100.00%

MICHAEL WARNER II
District 5 P P P P XX P XX P P P P P P XX 11 100.00%

MARTIN SWEENEY
District 6 A P P P XX P XX P P P P P A XX 9 81.82%

MARK WATERSON
At Large/District 6 P P P P XX P XX P A P P P P XX 10 90.91% LEGEND Total Meetings Held 11

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 24 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Work Plan: 08/23/2022 – 06/27/2023

Mission:

The purpose of the commission is to advise the council on accessibility issues in Pasadena. The commission shall:

1. Study and examine (a) existing inequities in access to the physical, work, communication, civic involvement, social and cultural environments for all residents of Pasadena, particularly those who have disabilities, and (b) policies, procedures, programs and legislation for eliminating those inequities;

2. Recommend policies, procedures, programs and legislation to promote and ensure the accessibility of the physical, work, communication, civic involvement, social and cultural environments to all residents of Pasadena, particularly those who have disabilities; and

3. Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2022-2023 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Outreach and Awareness
Objective #2 – Robert Gorski Access Award
Objective #3 – Transportation and Accessibility at City Facilities Objective #4 – Housing
Objective #5 – Public Safety
Objective #6 – Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
Objective #7 – Employment

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 25 Objective #1 – Outreach and Awareness

To increase awareness, visibility, and inclusion of the Accessibility and Disability Commission and the disability community, including reflecting the intersectionality of the disability community.

Chair appointed Commissioners: Waterson (lead), Friberg, Heinrich, Jennings

Action Items:
 Table at a minimum of two community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission.

 Support the monthly iBookClub meetings in partnership with the Pasadena Public Library.

 Collaborate with other entities, including the Arts and Culture Commission, to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in local art based events and opportunities.

 Attend public outreach meetings hosted by the City of Pasadena to inform and educate about accessibility and disability related considerations and report to the Commission on accessibility and disability topics discussed at the meetings.

 Research and recommend a hybrid meeting policy to promote greater accessibility for people with disabilities attending public meetings.

 Recommend the City support awareness and visibility of the disability community by honoring disability and health related awareness events through public displays, such as lighting City Hall in colors associated with the awareness event.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioners Friberg, Waterson, Heinrich and herself to the Outreach and Awareness ad hoc committee.  Commissioner Warner reported that the iBookClub met virtually on Monday, July 11 and they discussed the topic of summer activities with 12 participants in attendance. They also met virtually on Monday, August 8, and they discussed the topic of gardening with 16 participants in attendance.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 26 Objective #2 – Robert Gorski Access Award

Conduct and manage the nomination and selection process for the Robert Gorski Access Award. The Robert Gorski Access Award is presented to a Pasadena resident with a disability who has made a significant contribution toward improving accessibility and quality of life for people with disabilities and the City of Pasadena’s disability community. The Mayor and City Council will present The Robert Gorski Access Award annually at a City Council meeting in July and the Commission will recognize the awardee at the Commission's July meeting.

Chair appointed Commissioner: Estabrook (lead), Jagusch

Action Items:
 Recognize the recipient of the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award at the Commission’s August 2022 meeting.

 Review and recommend any changes to the Robert Gorski Access Award criteria and nomination process for 2023 no later than the Commission’s December meeting.

 Select the honoree of the Robert Gorski Access Award for recognition in July 2023.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Estabrook and Vice Chair Jagusch to the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee.
 The 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award recipient, Zebreda Dunham, was recognized by City Council at its meeting on Monday, August 8, and by the Accessibility and Disability Commission at its meeting on Tuesday, August 23.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 27 Objective #3 – Transportation and Accessibility at City Facilities

Monitor and advise the City Council on accessibility considerations for transportation, paratransit, and city facilities.

Chair appointed Commissioners: Estabrook (lead), Jagusch, Jennings

Action Items:
 Attend public meetings to provide input on accessibility considerations for City Projects involving new construction and alterations.

 Research the accessibility of public transit, paratransit, and on-demand transportation drop-off and pick-up locations serving the Rose Bowl pedestrian loop.

 Study, examine, and recommend the City establish a communication strategy to inform the public of sidewalk and intersection closures.

 Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb ramps.

 Provide input on City’s updated Transition Plan that is funded as part of the FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvements Program (CIP).

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Estabrook, Vice Chair Jagusch and herself to the Transportation and Accessibility at City Facilities ad hoc committee.  Staff (Everett) reported in response to the Commission’s recommendation, Metro Micro is providing service to Brookside Park which started on July 24, 2022.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 28 Objective #4 – Housing

To promote inclusive housing solutions for the disability community.

Chair appointed Commissioners: Heinrich (lead), Jennings, Herrera, Warner II

Action Items:
 Submit a recommendation to City Council to improve access to quality, affordable and accessible housing in the City of Pasadena.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioners Heinrich, Herrera, Warner II and herself to the Housing ad hoc committee.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 29 Objective #5 – Public Safety

To promote and support the public safety of persons with disabilities, their families and neighborhoods.

Chair appointed Commissioner: Herrera (lead), Jennings

Action Items:
 Assist in facilitating positive interactions and community relations between the Police Department and the disabled community through means including, but not limited to:
o Requesting a community meeting where the disabled community can interact with the Pasadena Police Department.
o Developing a list of best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities that includes contributions from disability organizations. o Providing information about the needs of individuals with disabilities to the Community Police Oversight Commission.

 Explore data about police categorical use of force toward people with disabilities.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Herrera and herself to the Public Safety ad hoc committee.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 30 Objective #6 – Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation

To promote health and recreational opportunities for persons with disabilities and their families.

Chair appointed Commissioners: Estabrook (lead), Waterson, Friberg

Action Items:
 Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival.

 Consult with other Commissions regarding recreation related objectives.

 Examine opportunities for and barriers to participation in recreation and leisure activities for people with disabilities in order to inform recommendations that will improve access for all community members.

 Review park accessibility information once it is posted to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department webpage.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Commissioners Waterson, Estabrook and Friberg to the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 31 Objective #7 – Employment

To promote the employment of people with disabilities in the Pasadena community.

Chair appointed Commissioners: Jagusch (lead), Herrera

Action Items:
 Study and examine opportunities for and barriers to employment for people with disabilities in order to inform potential recommendations about increasing the employment of people with disabilities in the Pasadena community, including researching support and resources that employers may need.

 Follow up with Pasadena agencies supporting people with disabilities that were contacted about the ROSE and MASH programs to determine barriers and opportunities.

 Review the contact information for Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment and provide updates to relevant City staff.

 Share employment opportunities with Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment.

 Review the City of Pasadena job opportunities webpage for clearly visible information about how to request an accommodation for the application process.

 Support the Civitan event honoring employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Meeting cancelled.

August 2022:
 Chair Jennings appointed Vice Chair Jagusch and Commissioner Herrera to the Employment ad hoc committee.

Status:

ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved August 23, 2022 32 Accessibility and Disability Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To Be Scheduled:

July 2022:
 No meeting

August 2022:
 No presentation

September 2022:
 City of Pasadena Homelessness Plan Listening Session – Jennifer O’Reilly- Jones (Homeless Programs Coordinator, Housing Department) and Anna Jacobsen (Consultant, CityWise)

October 2022:

November 2022:

December 2022:

January 2023:

February 2023:

March 2023:

April 2023:

May 2023:

June 2022: Annual Meeting

Updated July 20, 2022

100 N. Garfield Ave., Room N255 ∙ P.O. Box 7115 ∙ Pasadena, CA 91109-7215 (626) 744-4386 ∙ Fax (626) 744-6698

PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

September 1, 2022

TO: City Council

FROM: Commission on the Status of Women

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2021 through June 2022 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

 Report of Accomplishments for July 7, 2021 through May 25, 2022  Report of Commission Attendance for July 7, 2021 through June 1, 2022  Work Plan for July 6, 2022 through June 7, 2023

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Commission on the Status of Women at our meetings on May 25, 2022 and July 6, 2022.

Respectfully submitted,

Charlotte Lacey, Chair
Commission on the Status of Women

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 2 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Report of Accomplishments: 07/07/2021 – 05/25/2022

Mission:

The purpose of the commission is to advise the council on the special needs and concerns of women of all ages, races, religions, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and economic and social circumstances.

The commission shall:

1. Study and examine conditions which indicate discrimination or prejudice encountered by women;

2. Recommend policies, procedures, programs and legislation to promote and ensure equal rights and opportunities for all women in the city;

3. Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2021-2022 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Advise City Council
Objective #2 – Survival Guide
Objective #3 – Outreach and Awareness
Objective #4 – Financial Resources

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 3 Objective #1 – Advise City Council

Commissioners: Lacey, Lindoerfer

Action Items:
 Invite City Council representatives (Councilmembers and Liaisons) to attend meetings of the Commission on the Status of Women.
 Strengthen the Commission’s link with City Council through quarterly updates, attending City Council meetings, and other appropriate methods.  Share information about outreach and awareness activities with City Councilmembers for disseminating the information to the community through Councilmember newsletters, community meetings, and the City’s website.  Research “hot topics” that affect women and invite subject matter experts to present on the topics in order to inform possible recommendations to the City Council. Examples of hot topics include:
o Female Economics: equal pay, flexible work schedules, expansion of childcare, and maternity rights in the workplace
o Equal Rights Amendment
o As appropriate, the Commission will collaborate with other City Commissions addressing similar hot topics.
 Review City Council Resolution No. 9762 recognizing women’s equality and in support of the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women, and research and discuss possible recommendations for further action in support of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
o CEDAW ad hoc committee: Lacey, Montgomery

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Lacey and Lindoerfer as leads for Advise City Council objective.
 The Commission received a presentation about the status of CEDAW and Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Lacey and Montgomery to the CEDAW ad hoc committee.
 Commissioners volunteered for dates to attend City Council meetings during FY 2021-2022.
 Commissioners identified the following hot topics of interest:
o Digital Divide: Lacey
o Workplace equity, safety, and success (equal pay, childcare, sexual harassment, etc.): Harrington Roggero, Rodriguez, Sisson o Engaging girls and young women: Bowens
o Community Police Oversight Commission: Lindoerfer
o Health inequity (maternal and infant health): Morgan-Sandoz o Domestic Violence: Montgomery

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 4

August 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation about the Digital Divide from Norma Fernandez, CEO of Everyone On.
 Commissioner Lindoerfer attended the City Council meetings in July and recommended that Commissioners provide feedback about the City’s redistricting process through the online feedback form available on the City’s website.  The Commission compiled a tentative schedule of presentations on hot topics.  Commissioner Montgomery contacted Char Bland to obtain additional information about CEDAW after her presentation to the Commission at the July meeting.  Chair Morgan-Sandoz requested the CEDAW ad hoc committee contact Judith Harris (United Nations Association – Pasadena Chapter) and Nancy Bremeau (Association of California Commissions for Women) to obtain information about cities that have passed CEDAW related ordinances or resolutions.

September 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the Pasadena Police Department about the Domestic Violence Reduction project.
 Commissioner Montgomery spoke with Judith Harris (United Nations Association – Pasadena Chapter) about CEDAW and stated she would like the ad hoc committee to explore how the provision of affordable housing may relate to the goals of CEDAW. Chair Morgan-Sandoz asked the ad hoc committee to review information about the City’s Draft Housing Element, then report back to the Commission regarding any specific recommendations.
 The Commission discussed and updated the presentation calendar for February - April 2022.

October 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the YWCA Glendale and Pasadena about its programs and services for women and girls.  Commissioner Montgomery reported that she communicated with Councilmember Rivas about CEDAW and Councilmember Rivas suggested the Commission identify any specific points in CEDAW that the City is not doing.

Chair Morgan-Sandoz requested the CEDAW ad hoc committee meet to discuss possible recommendations for the Commission to consider.  Commissioner Harrington Roggero attended the City Council meetings in September and provided a reported on various topics discussed that impact women.

November 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation about health equity from Dr. Kimlin Tam Ashing, Associate Cancer Center Director for Community Outreach and Professor of the Beckman Research Institute at City of Hope.  Vice-Chair Bowens attended the City Council meetings in October and provided a report on various topics discussed that impact women, including affordable housing.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 5

December 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from Motivating Our Students through Experience (MOSTe) about its programs and services for women and girls.

January 2022:
 Commissioner Lacey attended the City Council meetings in December and provided a report on various topics discussed that impact women.

February 2022:
 The Commission discussed possible upcoming presentations on hot topics and Commissioner Lacey volunteered to contact an organization about presenting about human trafficking.

March 2022:
 The Commission discussed rescheduling the presentation on human trafficking to April, which is sexual assault awareness month, and scheduling a presentation on pay equity and/or community policing in May.

April 2022:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz attended the City Council meetings in March and provided a report on various topics discussed that impact women.

May 2022:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz attended the City Council meetings in April and provided a report on various topics discussed that impact women.
 The CEDAW ad hoc committee requested a presentation from the Association of California Commissions for Women about CEDAW at the Commission’s July meeting.

Status: Completed.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 6 Objective #2 – Survival Guide

Commissioners: Bowens, Harrington Roggero, Morgan-Sandoz

Action Items:
 Develop the "Survival Guide at a Glance" as a one page document with the following content:
o Contact information for:
­ Pasadena Citizen Service Center
­ 2-1-1 LA
­ 24-hour services
­ EveryoneOn
o QR Code to scan for easy access to the “Survival Guide at a Glance” online
 Consult with the Human Services Commission regarding the “Survival Guide at a Glance” content.
 Work with staff to post the "Survival Guide at a Glance" on the City's webpage at www.cityofpasadena.net/SurvivalGuide and other easy to access locations on the City’s website.
 Request printed postcards with the online link and QR code for distribution throughout the community.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Bowens, Harrington Roggero, and Morgan-Sandoz to the Survival Guide ad hoc committee.

August 2021:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee discussed next steps to create the “Survival Guide at a Glance” and post it to the Commission's webpage.

September 2021:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee met to discuss the format and content of the “Survival Guide at a Glance” and reported that the next step is to verify and update the content. Commissioner Lacey suggested collaborating with the Pasadena Junior League to assist with this process.

October 2021:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee began drafting the “Survival Guide at a Glance” and verified that the 24-hour service hotlines in the existing Survival Guide are still active.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 7 November 2021:
 No update provided.

December 2021:
 No update provided.

January 2022:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee met to continue working on the draft content for the “Survival Guide at a Glance.” The ad hoc committee presented the draft content at the meeting and the Commission provided comments that the ad hoc committee will use to update the draft for further review at a future meeting.

February 2022:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee continued to work on the draft content for the “Survival Guide at a Glance.”

March 2022:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee reported that the content of the Survival Guide at a Glance is almost complete and will be presented to the Commission for final approval at the April meeting.

April 2022:
 Vice-Chair Bowens led the review and discussion of the proposed contents of the Survival Guide at a Glance. The Commission approved the proposed contents with the following changes:
o Set the duration to 2022-2024
o Provide the Commission URL instead of address
o Add agency names in Spanish
o Keep D’Veal Family Services in both locations where it currently appears  Chair Morgan-Sandoz asked the Survival Guide ad hoc committee to report back with a recommended distribution plan for the remaining 2018-2022 Survival Guides and the 2022-2024 Survival Guide at a Glance.

May 2022:
 The Survival Guide ad hoc committee updated the survival Guide at a Glance content per the Commission’s discussion, and then submitted the final content to staff. Staff (Everett) reported that the content for the Survival Guide at a Glance is still proceeding though the review and design process.

Status: Completed. The final Survival Guide at a Glance will be printed and distributed during FY 2022-2023.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 8 Objective #3 – Outreach and Awareness

Commissioners: Montgomery, Rodriguez

Action Items:
 Celebrate Women’s History month with community events that engage diverse attendees, including organizing Herstory 2022 and requesting the Mayor and City Council to issue a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History month. o Herstory ad hoc committee: Lacey, Lindoerfer, Rodriguez o Women’s History Month proclamation responsible Commissioner: Morgan- Sandoz
 In April 2022, support the City of Pasadena’s recognition of Denim Day and request the Mayor and City Council issue a proclamation that acknowledges Denim Day and its significance.
o Denim Day proclamation : Morgan-Sandoz
 Engage young girls involved in organizations such as Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Young African American Women’s Conference and the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholar’s Chat program at John Muir High School by offering them opportunities to give back to the community through assisting with Commission activities such as Herstory and the Survival Guide.
 Collaborate with the PRCS Department and other Commissions to mentor members of the Pasadena Youth Council, including providing opportunities to give back to the community by assisting with events such as Herstory and giving input on issues related to young women.
o Pasadena Youth Council ad hoc committee: Bowens, Lindoerfer  Improve the quality of life for women and young girls by engaging in opportunities to stimulate discussion on the status of women of all ages and young girls, including attending and tabling at such events as the YWCA Racial Justice Breakfast, the Southern California Women’s Health Conference, and League of Women Voters activities.

Cost: $1,000
 Collaborate with Mount Saint Mary’s University to update the 2015 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena and develop a plan for disseminating the report once completed. (Rodriguez)
o Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee: Harrington Roggero, Morgan-Sandoz, Rodriguez
 Recommend Art Night include an activity recognizing women in the arts. Consult with City staff in making the recommendation. If accepted, develop content for the virtual Art Night activity or partner with a local arts organization to develop content recognizing women in the arts.
o Art Night responsible commissioner: Lindoerfer
 Research and possibly recommend the placement of plaques around the City recognizing women who contributed to Pasadena’s history, current and past. o Plaques ad hoc committee: Harrington Roggero, Montgomery

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 9

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Montgomery and Rodriguez as leads for the Outreach and Awareness objective.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Lacey, Lindoerfer, and Rodriguez to the Herstory ad hoc committee.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed herself as the responsible Commissioner for the Women’s History Month and Denim Day proclamations.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Bowens and Lindoerfer to the Youth Council ad hoc committee.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz reported that the procurement process for the updated Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena is almost complete and appointed Commissioners Harrington Roggero, Morgan-Sandoz, and Rodriguez, to the report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioner Lindoerfer as the responsible Commissioner for the Art Night activity.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Harrington Roggero and Montgomery to the Plaques ad hoc committee.

August 2021:
 The Commission received and reviewed the first draft of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women. The ad hoc committee reported on comments about the draft report that they plan to share with Dr. Emerald Archer from Mount Saint Mary’s University.
 Commissioner Lindoerfer reported that the October 2021 ArtNight program is finalized, however the Commission can explore options to partner with local arts organizations to develop content recognizing women in the arts for the March 2022 ArtNight program.
 Plaque ad hoc committee reviewed the City’s monument policy and identified questions the Commission will need to discuss before moving forward with making a recommendation regarding plaques.

September 2021:
 The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee submitted comments on the first draft of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women then met with representatives from Mount Saint Mary’s University to discuss the comments.  Chair Morgan-Sandoz asked the Herstory ad hoc committee to identify a lead for the committee and prepare to discuss the program at the October Commission meeting.

October 2021:
 The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee submitted comments on the second and third drafts of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women and met with representatives from Mount Saint Mary’s University to discuss the drafts.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 10  The Commission discussed potential topics for Herstory 2022. Chair Morgan- Sandoz asked the Herstory ad hoc committee to report back at the November meeting with a recommended topic and program.
 After researching the requirements for placement of plaques in the City of Pasadena, the plaque ad hoc committee recommended tabling the plaque action item to the next fiscal year and the Commission agreed.  The Commission discussed the California Commission on the Status of Women survey about the efforts of local Commissions on the Status of Women. Chair Morgan-Sandoz identified Commissioners Lindoerfer and Montgomery to send her additional comments about the survey questions for inclusion in the response.  The Commission approved Chair Morgan-Sandoz to reply on behalf of the Commission to surveys about the Commission’s work, for example the California Commission on the Status of Women survey.

November 2021:
 The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee submitted comments on the final draft of the content for the 2021 Report on the Status of Women.  Staff (Everett) provided an update that the Pasadena Youth Council will not resume during this fiscal year.
 The Herstory ad hoc committee reported on proposed ideas for the Herstory 2022 program. After discussion, the Commission agreed to the following:
o Theme: Women in the workforce, including gender inequities, work life/balance, and mental health
o Two part/day event:
 Part One: Panel discussion and release of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena (lead: Commissioner Lacey)
 1-1.5 hour panel discussion, plus 15-30 min Q&A
 Potential keynote speaker: Jennifer Siebel Newsom,
California’s First Partner
 Part Two: Outdoor activity focused on health and work/life balance (Lead: Commissioner Rodriguez)
 One or two 1 hour classes (such as yoga)
o Date: March 2022, specific date TBD

December 2021:
 The Herstory ad hoc committee reported that Tuesday, March 8, is the desired date for Herstory part one because March 8 is International Women’s Day. The Commission discussed holding Herstory as an in-person event and suggested the locations of All Saints Church or Robinson Park Recreation Center.  The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee received the final draft of the designed report from Mount Saint Mary’s University and is in the process of reviewing and compiling comments on the draft.
 Staff (Everett) provided an update that there are no plans to resume the Pasadena Youth Council at this time.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 11 January 2022:
 The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee received the final version of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women from Mount Saint Mary’s University and discussed the process for distributing the report to City Council members and the public. The Commission approved the Chair to send the report to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager on behalf of the Commission.
 The Herstory ad hoc committee confirmed that Herstory part one will take place on Tuesday, March 8, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at All Saints Church and part two will take place on Saturday, March 12, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park. After discussion, the Commission approved the Herstory program for day one and day two as presented by the ad hoc committee.

February 2022:
 The Chair reported that City Council is planning to issue a proclamation recognizing March as Women's History Month at its meeting on Monday, February 28, and encouraged Commissioners to observe the meeting virtually.  The Chair reported that City Council is planning to issue a proclamation recognizing Denim Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month at its meeting on Monday, April 25, and encouraged Commissioners to observe the meeting virtually.
 Commissioner Lacey provided a status update on planning for Herstory 2022 and led a discussion about possible questions for the panel discussion.  The Report on the Status of Women ad hoc committee reported that the Report will be released to the public in conjunction with the Herstory marketing materials.  Chair Morgan-Sandoz reported that the San Gabriel Valley Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. requested a letter from the Commission supporting its Women’s Recovery Response grant application for a youth STEM program. The Commission approved Chair Morgan-Sandoz drafting the support letter for their review and approval at the next meeting.

March 2022:
 The City Council issued a proclamation at its meeting on Monday, February 28, recognizing March as Women’s History Month. Chair Morgan-Sandoz attended the meeting to provide comments on behalf of the Commission in conjunction with the proclamation.
 Commissioner Harrington Roggero provided a summary of findings from the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena.
 The Herstory ad hoc committee provided a report on the status of planning for the Herstory 2022 Panel Discussion and Women’s Wellness event, and reviewed the run of show for both events.
 Staff (Everett) shared that the City issued a press release with information about the Herstory event.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz informed the Commission about a virtual gathering of organizations serving women and girls in Pasadena on March 15 from 12:00-1:30 PM to discuss how to meet the needs of women and girls in Pasadena. The event organizers invited the Commission to participate in the event. The Commission

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 12 approved Chair Morgan-Sandoz and Commissioner Harrington Roggero participating in the event on behalf of the Commission.

April 2022:
 Commissioner Lacey provided a report on the successful Herstory 2022 panel discussion and Women’s Wellness event.
 The Commission discussed possible organization to invite to participate in the Sexual Assault Prevention & Awareness Month proclamation, including Planned Parenthood, Peace Over Violence, and the YWCA of Glendale and Pasadena. The Commission voted to allow Chair Morgan-Sandoz and Vice-Chair Bowens to invite any one of the organizations to participate in the proclamation.

May 2022:
 The City Council issued a proclamation at its meeting on Monday, April 25, recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Vice-Chair Bowens attended the meeting to provide comments on behalf of the Commission in conjunction with the proclamation.
 The Commission received a presentation about the Association of California Commissions for Women from the Association’s Board Secretary, Nancy Bremeau.

Status: Completed.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 13 Objective #4 – Financial Resources

Commissioners: Lacey, Sisson

Action Items:
 Explore/identify funding and in-kind donation sources for FY 2021-2022 and beyond in order to fulfill the Commission purpose and functions as stated in Pasadena Municipal Code 2.65.110.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz appointed Commissioners Lacey and Sisson as leads for Financial Resources objective.
 Chair Morgan-Sandoz reported that the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department committed to funding the ACCW and NACW memberships for FY 2021-2022.

August 2021:
 No update provided.

September 2021:
 The ad hoc committee reported that the Pasadena Recreation and Parks Foundation could act as a fiscal receiver for the Commission as needed.

October 2021:
 No update provided.

November 2021:
 Commissioner Lacey reported that the ad hoc committee discussed funding and in- kind donation sources and concluded they will not pursue further action until a specific project is identified that requires support, such as Herstory.

December 2021:
 No action because a specific project that requires support has not yet been identified.

January 2022:
 No action because a specific project that requires support has not yet been identified.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 14 February 2022:
 On behalf of the Commission, staff renewed the NACW membership for calendar year 2022.

March 2022:
 Commissioner Lacey coordinated an in-kind donation of yoga facilitation for the Herstory 2022 Women’s Wellness event on Saturday, March 12, at Memorial Park.

April 2022:
 No update provided.

May 2022:
 No update provided

Status: Completed.

CSW Meeting Attendance Record FY 2021-2022. Approved May 25, 2022 15 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2021-2022

COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2021 - June 2022

MEMBERS
07/07/21 REGULAR08/04/21 REGULAR09/01/21 REGULAR10/06/21 REGULAR11/03/21 REGULAR12/01/21 REGULAR01/05/22 REGULAR02/02/22 REGULAR03/02/22 REGULAR04/06/22 REGULAR05/04/22 REGULAR05/25/22 SPECIAL06/01/22 REGULAR

TOTAL MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

BEVERLEY MORGAN-SANDOZ
(DISTRICT 1) P P P P P P P P P P P P XX 12 100.00%

VALINDA BOWENS
(DISTRICT 3) P P A P P P P A P P P P XX 10 83.33%

PEGGY SISSON
(MAYOR) P P A A P A P P P P U U XX 7 58.33%

LORRAINE MONTGOMERY
(DISTRICT 2) P P P P A P P P A A P P XX 9 75.00%

SANDRA LINDOERFER
(DISTRICT 4) P P P U P A A P P A A P XX 7 58.33%

VANESSA RODRIGUEZ
(DISTRICT 5) P P A P P P P A P A P A XX 8 66.67%

MAURA HARRINGTON ROGGERO
(DISTRICT 6) P A P P P P P P P P P P XX 11 91.67%

CHARLOTTE LACEY
(DISTRICT 7) P P P A P P P P P P P P XX 11 91.67%

VACANT (AT LARGE)
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 12

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED

U - UNEXCUSED

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 16
City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Work Plan: 07/06/2022 – 06/07/2023

Mission:

The purpose of the commission is to advise the council on the special needs and concerns of women of all ages, races, religions, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and economic and social circumstances.

The commission shall:

1. Study and examine conditions which indicate discrimination or prejudice encountered by women;

2. Recommend policies, procedures, programs and legislation to promote and ensure equal rights and opportunities for all women in the city;

3. Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2022-2023 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Advise City Council
Objective #2 – Promote Survival Guide
Objective #3 – Celebrate Women and Girls
Objective #4 – Outreach, Awareness, and Collaboration

Note: Recommendations referenced throughout the work plan are from the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena, available at:
www.cityofpasadena.net/commissions/commission-on-the-status-of-women.

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 17
Objective #1 – Advise City Council

Commissioners: Morgan-Sandoz (Lead), Montgomery, Rodriguez

Action Items:
 Strengthen the Commission’s link with City Council through appropriate methods including quarterly updates, attending City Council meetings, and/or developing a template that Commissioners can use to provide updates to their Councilmember.  Share information about outreach and awareness activities with City Councilmembers for disseminating the information to the community through Councilmember newsletters, community meetings, and the City’s website.  Develop a list of and research “hot topics” that affect women and invite subject matter experts to present on the topics in order to inform possible recommendations to the City Council. As appropriate, the Commission will collaborate with other City Commissions addressing similar hot topics.  Advise City Council of the need to pass an ordinance supporting the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).  Request information about the percentage of women who work for the City of Pasadena and their median salary. (Recommendation #3a)
 Advise City Council of the need to determine whether there is an earnings disparity between women and men who work for the City of Pasadena. (Recommendation #3b) Advise City Council of the need for further research to better understand the scope and causes of disparities in earnings between women and men who live in Pasadena, which appears to be increasing. (Recommendation #1b)  Advise City Council of the need for City departments to establish criteria for recognizing women leaders at every level within the departments. (Recommendation #4)
 Advise City Council of the need for a citywide review of the following Human Resources policies, practices and employment benefits:
o Family support (e.g., flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, etc.) o Criteria for career advancement and promotion. Review of criteria will ensure that women, especially working mothers, will not be economically and professionally disadvantaged by the impact of COVID-19. o Employment benefits that provide women and families with life-changing support such as; health care, psychological counseling, career and skill development, childcare and other support systems. (Recommendations #6a and #6b)

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 18
Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Chair Lacey appointed Vice Chair Rodriguez and Commissioners Morgan- Sandoz and Montgomery to the Advise City Council ad hoc committee.  Commissioners volunteered to attend City Council meetings through December and agreed to discuss attending meetings for the second half of the year at the December meeting.
 The Commission identified the following hot topics that affect women in Pasadena:
o Affordable housing (Montgomery)
o Childcare (Montgomery)
o Maternal and child health (Morgan-Sandoz)
o Higher education (Lacey)
o Environment (Montgomery)
o Women in business (Lacey)
o Domestic and family violence (Harrington Roggero)

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 19
Objective #2 – Promote Survival Guide

Commissioners: Bowens, Harrington Roggero

Action Items:
 Work with staff to post the "Survival Guide at a Glance" on the City's webpage at www.cityofpasadena.net/SurvivalGuide and other easy to access locations on the City’s website.
 Request printed postcards with the online link and QR code for distribution throughout the community and request the postcards be funded by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Chair Lacey appointed Commissioners Harrington Roggero and Bowens to the Promote Survival Guide ad hoc committee.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 20
Objective #3 – Celebrate Women and Girls

Commissioners: Lacey (Lead), Rodriguez, Harrington Roggero

Action Items:
 Celebrate Women’s History Month with community events that engage diverse attendees, including:
o Organizing Herstory 2023, including requesting in-kind donations from the community and support from the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department as needed.
o Requesting the Mayor and City Council issue a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month.
o Encourage more women to run for elected office at the local level by inviting speakers to address the topic during Herstory 2023. (Recommendation #5)
 Collaborate and invite presenters from organizations that serve young women to talk about their needs. Then plan to expand Herstory to include a section for young women. Representatives from the following organizations may be invited to speak to the Commission about the needs of young women: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, YWCA Glendale and Pasadena, Adelante Youth Alliance, and National Charity League Inc., Pasadena Area.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Chair Lacey appointed herself, Vice-Chair Rodriguez and Commissioner Harrington Roggero to the Celebrate Women and Girls ad hoc committee.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023, Approved July 6, 2022 21
Objective #4 – Outreach, Awareness, and Collaboration

Commissioners: Harrington Roggero (Lead), Lindoerfer, Morgan-Sandoz

Action Items:
 In April, support the City of Pasadena’s recognition of Denim Day and request the Mayor and City Council to issue a proclamation that acknowledges Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Denim Day and their significance.  Improve the quality of life for women and young girls by engaging in opportunities to stimulate discussion on the status of women of all ages and young girls, including attending and tabling at such events as the YWCA Racial Justice Breakfast, the Southern California Women’s Health Conference, and League of Women Voters activities.
 Develop a plan to share/disseminate the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena with identified stakeholders and partners.
o The plan should encourage stakeholders and partners to use the data from the report, and identify additional available data sources and strategies, to meet any needs identified by the data.
 Find ways to support policies in the local business community that ensure equitable access to women in hiring and promotional opportunities, especially in management and engineering. (Recommendation #1a)

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Chair Lacey appointed Commissioners Harrington Roggero, Lindoerfer and Morgan-Sandoz to the Outreach, Awareness and Collaboration ad hoc committee

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2022-2023. Approved July 6, 2022 22

Commissioner Sign-Up To Observe City Council Meetings

July 2022:
4th – Cancelled
11th – Morgan-Sandoz
18th – Morgan-Sandoz
25th – Cancelled

August 2022:
1st – Rodriguez
8th – Rodriguez
15th – Rodriguez
22nd – Cancelled
29th – Cancelled

September 2022:
5th – Cancelled
12th – Lacey
19th – Lacey
26th – Cancelled

October 2022:
3rd – Bowens
10th – Cancelled
17th – Bowens
24th – Bowens
31st – Cancelled

November 2022:
7th – Cancelled
14th – Montgomery
21st – Montgomery
28th – Cancelled

December 2022:
5th – TBD
12th – TBD
19th – Cancelled
26th – Cancelled

January 2023:
2nd – TBD
9th – TBD
16th – TBD
23rd – TBD
30th – TBD

February 2023:
6th – TBD
13th – TBD
20th – TBD
27th – TBD

March 2023:
6th – TBD
13th – TBD
20th – TBD
27th – TBD

April 2023:
3rd – TBD
10th – TBD
17th – TBD
24th – TBD

May 2023:
1st – TBD
8th – TBD
15th – TBD
22nd – TBD
29th – TBD

June 2023:
5th – TBD
12th – TBD
19th – TBD
26th – TBD

CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved July 6, 2022 23 Commission on the Status of Women
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To be scheduled:
 The Hidden Epidemic: Human Trafficking and its impact on Women – Theresa Flores (Founder, Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution)

July 2022:
 Information about CEDAW, Nancy Bremeau (ACCW Board Secretary)

August 2022:
 Meeting Canceled

September 2022
 Presentation from the Pasadena Police Department about the impact of community policing on women – Acting Commander Marcia Taglioretti, Public Information Officer and Lieutenant Monica Cuellar.

October 2022
 City of Pasadena Homelessness Plan Listening Session – Jennifer O’Reilly- Jones (Homeless Programs Coordinator, Housing Department) and Anna Jacobsen (Consultant, CityWise)

November 2022
 (Tentative) Presentation about maternal and child health – Pasadena Public Health Department

December 2022
 TBD

January 2023
 TBD

February 2023
 TBD

March 2023
 TBD

April 2023
 TBD

May 2023
 TBD

June 2023 - Annual Meeting

(Updated July 20, 2022)

August 9, 2022

TO: CITY COUNCIL

FROM: ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION CHAIR

SUBJECT: ANNUAL REPORT: JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022 AND WORK PLAN: JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023

RECOMMENDATION:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:
● Annual Report of Accomplishments For July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022; ● Proposed Work Plan for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023; and ● Report of Commission Attendance for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

The Environmental Advisory Commission discussed the Annual Report at its regular meeting on August 9, 2022. The Commission reviewed its accomplishments for the past year, and formulated its Work Plan items for the coming year.

Respectfully submitted,

Jonathan Levy, Chair
Environmental Advisory Commission

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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS: JULY 1, 2021 TO JUNE 30, 2022 AND WORK PLAN: JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023

BACKGROUND:

As set forth in the Municipal Code, the primary function of the Environmental Advisory Commission (EAC) is to provide policy advice to the City Council for promoting environmental stewardship and urban sustainability in accordance with the City’s adopted Environmental Charter, the City’s adopted Climate Action Plan, and other related environmental policies adopted by the City Council.

The Commission consists of nine members with each Councilmember appointing one member and the Mayor appointing two members. See Attachment A for a roster of Commission members for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2022. Members serve on several committees. See Attachment A for a roster of committees. Members are appointed for three years and may be reappointed to serve a maximum of six years.

On June 8, 2021, the Commission elected Jonathan Levy as Chair and Nicole Cobleigh as Vice-Chair to serve until the end of the 2022 fiscal year. On August 9, 2022, the Commission elected Justin Jones as Chair, and David Cutter as Vice-Chair to serve until the end of the 2023 fiscal year.

The EAC meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are normally held in the Hale Building Hearing Room located at 175 N Garfield Ave. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all meetings scheduled during FY 2022 were held virtually via Zoom. Over this past fiscal year, the Commission met eight times, including one special meeting. The regular monthly meetings in August 2021, September 2021, February 2022, and March 2022 were canceled. Please see Attachment B for the FY 2022 Attendance Record of each Commissioner.

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ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS – JULY 1, 2021 TO JUNE 30, 2022

1. Sustainable Mobility and Land Use
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #1 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholder groups to improve the Climate Action Plan implementation.

STATUS: ON-GOING
The Department of Transportation (“DOT”) presented to the EAC at its meeting on November 9, 2021 and received input from the commission on a draft Transit Fleet Electrification Feasibility Study for the Arroyo Verdugo Region Transit Operators.

DOT staff discussed the available technology for electrifying the City’s transit fleet, estimated costs, environmental impacts, and facility upgrades.

The EAC did not coordinate with other relevant transportation-related commissioners or stakeholders during fiscal year 2022.

2. Energy Efficiency and Conservation
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #2 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Provide input to Pasadena Water and Power regarding the Power Delivery Master Plan.
c. Evaluate community educational strategies to increase energy efficiency and conservation.

STATUS: ON-GOING
The Commission received presentations from Pasadena Water and Power (“PWP”) regarding the status of the Power Integrated Resources Plan (“IRP”) on July 13, 2021, December 14, 2021, and January 11, 2022. Staff from PWP’s Power Supply division updated the EAC and received feedback on the department’s progress on the IRP since 2018, and discussed the latest updates on energy efficiency/demand response, building/vehicle electrification, battery/storage forecasts, and the upcoming schedule for future IRP updates.

On May 10, 2022, the Planning Department made a presentation regarding the proposed Building Electrification Ordinance. Planning staff gave updates and received feedback regarding the environmental advantages of residential electrification, explained outreach efforts, and discussed the reasoning behind the exemptions for new residential construction and restaurants.

Staff from PWP’s Power Delivery division presented to the EAC on April 12, 2022 to discuss updates to the Power Delivery Master Plan (“PDMP”). The PDMP outlined the PWP’s 20-year plan for maintaining and upgrading the City’s electrical distribution system. The commissioners gave feedback on various aspects of the PDMP, including the environmental impacts of electrical upgrades, grid EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
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modernization, load forecasting, building electrification, and energy efficiency programs.

The EAC was represented on the Power Delivery Master Plan Stakeholder Group by Commissioner Kurkjian.

3. Water Conservation
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #3 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Review the Pasadena Water and Power and Public Works water-related plans and make recommendations.
c. Evaluate community educational strategies to increase water efficiency and conservation.

STATUS: ON-GOING
The EAC continues to monitor and research water-related issues via the Water System and Resource Plan Advisory Group (later renamed the Water Ad Hoc Committee), chaired by Commissioner Cutter through the end of fiscal year 2022. At the November 9, 2021 meeting, Commissioner Cutter reported going on a tour of the PWP Sunset Reservoir replacement project.

City staff did not make any presentations to the EAC specifically relating to water projects during fiscal year 2022.

4. Solid Waste Reduction
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #4 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Review and analyze policy practices at Public Works and the Zero Waste Plan. c. Evaluate community educational strategies to reduce waste.

STATUS: ON-GOING
At the regular meeting on June 14, 2022, staff from Public Works (“PW”) made a presentation to the EAC regarding Solid Waste Reduction. PW staff gave updates on residential curbside organics recycling, backyard composting, community composting, commercial/multifamily organics recycling, outreach efforts, and enforcement of the organics recycling ordinance.

Members of the Waste Management Ad Hoc Committee met with staff from Public Works several times throughout fiscal year 2022 to discuss and give feedback on the City’s solid waste management plan.

5. Urban Greening
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #5 and provide feedback to staff and Council.

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b. Participate in the Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee through EAC representation and engage in other relevant committees where appropriate.

STATUS: ON-GOING
During fiscal year 2022, the EAC was represented on the Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee (“HWPAC”) by Commissioner Rossman. Commissioner York was voted in to replace Commissioner Rossman on the HWPAC after Commissioner Rossman’s EAC term ended.

6. Adaptation and Climate Change Readiness
a. Review and monitor the Climate Action Plan’s Adaptation Strategies.

STATUS: ON-GOING
The City Council passed an ordinance banning the use of gas-powered leaf blowers at its meeting on February 28, 2022, a direct result of the EAC’s Landscape Equipment Ad Hoc Committee’s research efforts and public outreach. The ad hoc committee continues to monitor the phase-in and implementation of the ordinance.

On October 12, 2021, the EAC received a presentation from the Pasadena League of Women Voters regarding Ten Action Points and Ten Processes that cities can take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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FY2023 August 9, 2022
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WORK PLAN – JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023

1. Sustainable Mobility and Land Use
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #1 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholder groups to improve the Climate Action Plan implementation and promote incentives.
c. Create opportunities for stakeholder groups to be civically engaged as it applies to items in the climate action plan.
d. Coordinate Climate Action Plan goals with any regulatory agencies, relevant advisory bodies, departments and joint powers.

2. Energy Efficiency and Conservation
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #2 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Review community stakeholder strategies to increase energy efficiency and conservation efforts.
c. Create opportunities for stakeholder groups to be civically engaged as it applies to items in the climate action plan.
d. Coordinate Climate Action Plan goals with any regulatory agencies, relevant advisory bodies, departments and joint powers.

3. Water Conservation
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #3 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Review Pasadena Water and Power and relevant water-related department’s plans and policies, and make recommendations to Council.
c. Evaluate community educational strategies to increase water efficiency and conservation.
d. Advise Council and coordinate Climate Action Plan goals with any relevant advisory bodies, departments and joint powers.

4. Solid Waste Reduction
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #4 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Review and analyze policy practices at Public Works. c. Evaluate community educational strategies for creating awareness for expanding composting and recycling infrastructure and reduce waste. d. Coordinate Climate Action Plan goals with any regulatory agencies, relevant advisory bodies, departments and joint powers.

5. Urban Greening
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #5 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Participate in Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee through EAC representation and engage in other relevant committees where appropriate. c. Coordinate climate action plan goals with any relevant advisory bodies, departments and joint powers.

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6. Adaptation and Climate Change Readiness
a. Review and monitor the Climate Action Plan’s Adaptation Strategies. b. Request status of the greenhouse gas inventory and Climate Action Plan updates from the Planning Department.

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ATTACHMENT A

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION ROSTER
FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022

July 2021 – April 2022

MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair Jonathan Levy District 7
Vice-Chair Nicole Cobleigh Mayor
Weslee S. Glenn District 1
Suzanne York District 2
David Cutter District 3
Julie Vallante District 4
C. Robert Kurkjian At Large/District 4
Iesha Siler District 5
Daniel Rossman District 6

April 2022 – May 2022

MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair Jonathan Levy District 7
Vice-Chair Nicole Cobleigh Mayor
Weslee S. Glenn District 1
Suzanne York District 2
David Cutter District 3
Julie Vallante District 4
Iesha Siler District 5
Daniel Rossman District 6
Vacant At Large

May 2022 - June 2022

MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair Jonathan Levy District 7
Vice-Chair Nicole Cobleigh Mayor
Justin Jones District 1
Suzanne York District 2
David Cutter District 3
Julie Vallante District 4
Iesha Siler District 5
Daniel Rossman District 6
Vacant At Large
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
2021-2022 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

Climate Action Plan Draft Response Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – David Cutter

Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee
EAC Representative – Daniel Rossman

Landscape Equipment Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Nicole Cobleigh

Power Delivery Master Plan Stakeholder Group
EAC Representative – C. Robert Kurkjian

Water System and Resources Plan Advisory Group
EAC Representative – David Cutter

Waste Management Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Jonathan Levy
Environmental Advisory Commission
July 2021 - June 2022

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
07/13/21
REG
07/31/21
SPEC
08/10/21
CAN
09/14/21
CAN
10/12/21
REG
11/09/21
REG
12/14/21
REG
01/11/22
REG
02/08/22
CAN
03/08/22
CAN
04/12/22
REG
05/10/22
REG
06/14/22
REG
TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE
NICOLE COBLEIGH (MAYOR) A P XX XX P P P P XX XX A A A 5 55%

DAVID CUTTER
(DISTRICT 3) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P P P 9 100%

WESLEE GLENN
(DISTRICT 1) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P 7 100%

ROBERT KURKJIAN
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 4) P P XX XX P P A P 5 83%

JUSTIN JONES
(DISTRICT 1) P P 2 100%

JONATHAN LEVY
(DISTRICT 7) P P XX XX P P A P XX XX P P P 8 89%

DANIEL ROSSMAN
(DISTRICT 6) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P P P 9 100%

IESHA SILER
(DISTRICT 5) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P P P 9 100%

JULIE VALLANTE
(DISTRICT 4) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P P P 9 100%

SUZANNE YORK
(DISTRICT 2) P P XX XX P P P P XX XX P P P 9 100%

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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

September 1, 2022

TO: City Council

FROM: Human Relations Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2021 through June 2022 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

 Report of Accomplishments for July 6, 2021 through June 14, 2022  Report of Commission Attendance for July 6, 2021 through June 14, 2022  Work Plan for July 12, 2022 through June 6, 2023

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Human Relations Commission at our meetings on June 14, 2022 and July 12, 2022.

Respectfully submitted,

Brandon Lamar, Chair
Human Relations Commission

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City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 07/06/2021 – 06/14/2022

Mission:

The purpose of this Commission is to aid the City in achieving better human relations in City government, and to provide assistance to private persons and groups in promoting good will and better relations among all people.

FY 2021-2022 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council
Objective #2 – Public Forums
Objective #3 – Collaborations

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Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council

To advise and engage City Council on Human Relations issues of public, local and national concerns with regular updates to provide an opportunity to review and understand issues for the decision-making process.

Commissioners: Robertson, Greenstein, Young

Action Items:
 Encourage City Councilmembers to enhance their online presence in order to foster diverse community relationships and increase interpersonal communication with residents.
 Engage youth interns to perform social media analyses of community connectedness and responsivity to Councilmembers’ content in order to assess local issues.
 Inform, on a monthly basis, Councilmembers of HRC meeting action items and local needs in order to report discussion outcomes during commission meetings.  Render a recommendation regarding the Mills Place Plaque:
o Staff to begin the process to create a new plaque solely dedicated to acknowledging this event,
o Host a public event to educate the public about the atrocious events from 1885, or
o Work with City staff to initiate a press release to share with the Pasadena community.
 Attend Council District meetings to share the progress of Commission-related activities as needed.
 Form an ad hoc committee to examine the proposed Pasadenans Empowering Parent Participation in Education Governance (PEPPEG) initiative that would allow all parents of Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) children, including non- citizen parents, to vote in PUSD School Board elections.

Ad hoc committee to examine the PEPPEG initiative: Lamar, Greenstein, Gonzalez (Completed November 2021)

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 Staff removed the link to the existing Human Relations Commission Community Survey from the Commission’s webpage.

August 2021:
 Commissioner Robertson provided an update that she contacted Councilmember Hampton after the meeting in July to share what the Commission is working on in FY 2021-2022.

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September 2021:
 Four out of seven Commissioners contacted their Councilmember after the meeting in August to highlight what the Commission is currently working on.  Staff (Taylor) confirmed that the Commission can request an intern to assist with work plan objectives and requested the Commission to send a list to staff of tasks required to help narrow down the list of available candidates.  Staff (Taylor) advised the Commission that one Commission cannot recommend a policy to a parallel Commission (Historic Preservation Commission).

October 2021:
 The Commission voted to approve the addition of an action item to form an ad hoc committee to examine the proposed Pasadenans Empowering Parent Participation in Education Governance (PEPPEG) initiative that would allow all parents of Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) children, including non-citizen parents, to vote in PUSD School Board elections.
 Chair Lamar appointed himself, Vice-Chair Greenstein, and Commissioner Gonzalez to an ad hoc committee to study the PEPPEG initiative  Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Vice-Chair Greenstein attended two community events and spoke to Councilmember Madison’s District Liaison Takako Suzuki asking if they would like to add articles about the work of the Commission to District 6 newsletters.
o Commissioner Robertson sent an email updating Councilmember Hampton about the Commission meeting in September.
o Commissioner Young shared that Councilmember Rivas will be scheduling a meeting for all District 5 Commission representatives. o Commissioner Robinett attended Councilmember Williams’ virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, September 30, which included presentations from Police Chief Perez and the Department of Transportation. o Commissioner Keushkerian sent an email to Councilmember Masuda’s District Liaison Noreen Sullivan requesting that he be included in future District 4 meetings.
o Commissioner Gonzalez attended Councilmember Kennedy’s community meeting on Wednesday, September 22, which included presentations from the Department of Transportation and the Police Department.  Commissioner Young drafted a job description and duties for a ROSE program intern that was sent to Staff (Taylor). Commissioner Young volunteered to supervise the ROSE Intern once they are assigned.
 Commissioner Young requested the leads for Objective #2 (Public Forums) contact her with ideas of additional responsibilities that could be supported by the ROSE Intern.
 Staff (Taylor) hosted a meeting with Pasadena Heritage, who consulted with their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Committee and will provide the names of three organizations they think should be involved with the development of the language for the new plaque. They are also recommending to potentially establish a panel of

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individuals with members from the Asian-American community to help provide feedback on the proposed language.

November 2021:
 The Commission unanimously approved a Resolution to be sent to the City Council recommending the proposed Pasadenans Empowering Parent Participation in Education Governance (PEPPEG) initiative that would allow all parents of Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) children, including non-citizen parents, to vote in PUSD School Board elections.
 Staff (Taylor) shared the draft revised language for the Mills Place Plaque that will be agendized for the December meeting.
 Chair Lamar requested the Commission send feedback to staff (Taylor) about the revised plaque language with a deadline of Friday, November 19.  Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Chair Lamar spoke to Mayor Victor Gordo about the current work of the Commission when they attended the Community Meeting at Robinson Park on Thursday, October 28.
o Vice-Chair Greenstein informed Councilmember Madison’s District Liaison Takako Suzuki that the Commission will be reviewing the draft letter of support of the PEPPEG initiative to expand voting rights to all parents of PUSD children, and the Vice-Chair also spoke to Councilmember Wilson about the Commission’s District 7 vacancy.
o Commissioner Robertson emailed an update to Councilmember Hampton after the Commission meeting in October and shared that the Councilmember distributed a Halloween newsletter pertaining to safety that included a message about the recent gun violence.
o Commissioner Keushkerian met with Councilmember Masuda to discuss the work of the Commission and ongoing issues in District 4, and will also be attending the District 4 meeting on Tuesday, November 16. o Commissioner Gonzalez attended the Emergency Community Meeting at Robinson Park on Thursday, October 28 to discuss the recent gun violence.

December 2021
 The Commission reviewed the new language for the Mills Place Plaques and Vice- Chair Greenstein volunteered to update the language for the Commission’s review and approval at the next meeting in January 2022.
 The Commission unanimously voted to approve Vice-Chair Greenstein representing the Commission at a City Council meeting in January 2022 to provide a public comment on matters of interest.
 Commissioner Young shared an update that the ROSE program intern (Sterling) is working to gather completed surveys about social media usage and engagement from City Councilmembers.
 Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:

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o Chair Lamar attended the Mayor’s appointed Commissioners meeting before the Mayor’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 3.
o Vice-Chair Greenstein spoke to Councilmember Williams about the District 2 vacancy and was informed that the seat should be filled by the next meeting in January.
o Commissioner Robertson provided an email update to Councilmember Hampton after the last meeting to share what the Commission is working on.
o Commissioner Gonzalez provided an email update to Councilmember Kennedy after the last meeting to inform him about the Commission’s support of the PEPPEG initiative.
o Commissioner Young provided an email update to Councilmember Rivas after the last meeting summarizing what the Commission is working on.

January 2022:
 Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Commissioner Robertson provided an email update to Councilmember Hampton after the last meeting to share what the Commission is working on.
o Commissioner Young spoke to Councilmember Rivas and provided an update of the Commission’s work plan.
 Commissioner Young asked that each Commissioner share the social media usage survey link with their Councilmember.
 The Commission reviewed Vice-Chair Greenstein’s talking points for the public comment she will be sharing at a City Council meeting in January regarding the current work of the Commission.
 Vice-Chair Greenstein reviewed the updated draft language for the Mills Place Plaque that was discussed at the Commission’s meeting in December and suggested putting a new plaque, with a QR code, next to the original that corrects the historical inaccuracies.
 Vice-Chair Greenstein requested that staff provide the Commission with the list of stakeholders who provided input on the updated plaque language.  Staff (Williams) clarified that the final plaque language recommended by the Commission may be altered during review by City staff and that the City will fund the cost of the new plaques.

February 2022:
 Vice-Chair Greenstein provided an update on behalf of Commissioner Young that Kaz Doi was invited to present to the Commission at the March meeting.  Vice-Chair Greenstein reported that Councilmembers from Districts 1, 4, and 5 have completed the social media usage survey. Districts 2, 3, and 7 are in communication with the ROSE program intern (Sterling) to complete the survey.

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 Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Vice-Chair Greenstein contacted Councilmember Madison’s District Liaison about adding the PEPPEG resolution to a future City Council agenda.
o Commissioner Robertson contacted Councilmember Hampton after the last meeting to share what the Commission is working on, and also shared that he will be sending out information about Black History Month and 2022 Lunar New Year via Facebook and Instagram.
o Commissioner Gonzalez contacted Councilmember Kennedy to inquire if the City Council had received the PEPPEG resolution.
 The Commission requested that staff send a copy of the final signed PEPPEG resolution to the Commission. Staff (Williams) will also follow-up with the City Clerk’s Office about the status of the PEPPEG resolution being added to the City Council agenda.

March 2022:
 Commissioner Young shared that City Council Districts 2, 3, and 7 have not yet submitted the social media usage survey.
 Staff (Osborne) shared that staff was contacted by the City’s Public Information Officer, who would like to understand the purpose of the survey, and asked the ad hoc committee to contact the Public Information Office directly.  Vice-Chair Greenstein shared that the Commission will be reviewing the updated language for the Mills Place Plaques at the next meeting in April and proposed adding a QR code for people to be able to read about the history of the location.  Chair Lamar informed the Commission that Mayor Gordo forwarded the PEPPEG resolution to the Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education. There is no further action needed from the Commission.
 Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Vice-Chair Greenstein shared she followed up with the Office of the Mayor and City Council about the PEPPEG resolution and completing the social media usage survey.
o Commissioner Robertson contacted Councilmember Hampton after the February meeting to provide an update about the work of the Commission and shared he is interested in how the City handles the reporting of hate crimes. Commissioner Robertson asked staff for an update about the police investigation of the distribution of the anti-Semitic flyers, and for information on how the Pasadena Police Department identifies hate crimes in the community briefs.
­ Staff (Osborne) clarified that staff can inquire about receiving information about hate crimes if the Commission is interested, and that there is no update that can be publically shared about the distribution of the anti-Semitic flyers.
o Commissioner Keushkerian sent an update to Councilmember Masuda’s office after the last meeting in February.

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April 2022:
 Commissioner Young shared a spreadsheet of responses to the social media usage survey and summarized that Councilmembers prioritize using district newsletters instead of social media to share information.  Staff (Cantero-More) recommended the ROSE program intern (Sterling) look at Councilmembers’ Facebook accounts to see how many posts are made weekly and the number of followers in order to gather more information regarding social media usage.
 Commission Young provided an update that she and the ROSE intern (Sterling) are working on creating a survey to ask youth in the community about their needs.  Commissioners provided an update regarding attendance at City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Vice-Chair Greenstein spoke to Councilmember Madison’s District Liaison about the PEPPEG initiative.
o Commissioner Robertson contacted Councilmember Hampton after the March meeting to provide an update about the work of the Commission.  The Commission unanimously voted to accept the new language for the Mills Place Plaque, which included modifications read by Vice-Chair Greenstein that were sent by Pasadena Heritage, and with the stipulation that the approved language be presented to the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California, the Chinese American Museum, and other Asian American organizations for review.

May 2022:
 Commissioners provided an update regarding attendance at City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Vice-Chair Greenstein spoke to Councilmember Madison’s District Liaison about the Mills Place Plaque.
o Commissioner Robertson Contacted Councilmember Hampton after the March Meeting to provide an update about the work of the commission.

Status: Carryover to FY 2022-2023

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Objective #2 – Public Forums

To present public forums, panels, and programs on issues that affect human relations in the City of Pasadena.

Commissioners: Lamar, Robertson, Horton

Action Items:
 Support programs that highlight the principles of Martin Luther King Jr.  Collaborate with the Martin Luther King Community Coalition on their Annual Essay and Art Contest (Completed January 2022)
 Investigate alternatives to in-person forums, panels, and programs.  Design, solicit, and evaluate a Human Relations Commission Community Focus Group

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 The Commission worked on defining action items for the public forums work plan objective.

August 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from Pasadena Water and Power about the planning process and best practices for their annual “Water is Life” Student Art Contest before discussing ways to change the format for the Multimedia High School Contest in an effort to conduct outreach, collaborate with local organizations, and receive more submissions.

September 2021:
 No update provided.

October 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the Martin Luther King Community Coalition about their annual essay and art contest, and the Commission expressed their desire to support the coalition with the annual contest.  The Public Forums ad hoc committee will schedule a meeting to discuss the possibility of hosting a virtual public forum to discuss the Mills Place Plaque.

November 2021:
 The Commission unanimously approved collaborating with the Martin Luther King Community Coalition on their Annual Essay and Art Contest in 2022.  Commissioner Robertson will contact the Martin Luther King Community Coalition to discuss next steps and the timeline for the Commission to support their Annual Essay and Art Contest.

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 Chair Lamar asked staff to provide information about the scholarship money that was previously donated by the Pasadena After Hours Rotary Club.

December 2021
 The Commission discussed collaborating with the Martin Luther King Community Coalition on their Annual Essay and Art Contest with Commissioners Robertson, Greenstein, Gonzalez, and Keushkerian (alternate) volunteering to join the contest Judging Committee.
 The Commission discussed honoring the awardees for the 2020 Human Relations Commission Annual Awards that did not receive the award in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
 The Commission unanimously voted to move the action item related to the Human Relations Commission Community Survey to objective #2 (Collaborations) and updating the language to read “focus group” instead of “survey”.  Commissioner Shirmohammadi spoke to former Chair Nat Nehdar, who requested the Commission’s involvement and presence at the Rekindling the Light of Peace event.
 Chair Lamar spoke to former Chair Nat Nehdar and advised that the Commission is not in a position at this moment to lead the Rekindling the Light of Peace event, but will be able to support the event.

January 2022:
 Chair Lamar requested the Public Forums ad hoc committee begin discussing hosting an educational public forum about combatting disinformation.  The Commission unanimously voted to approve their support for the Martin Luther King Community Coalition’s Rekindling the Light of Peace event in principle.  Commissioner Robertson volunteered to write a letter of support of the Rekindling the Light of Peace event and send it to Chair Lamar and staff for review.  The essay and art contest Judging Committee (Greenstein, Robertson, Gonzalez) reviewed approximately 300 contest submissions, and assisted with selecting winners who will be recognized by the Martin Luther King Community Coalition on Monday, January 17.
 The Commission voted to approve donating $375.00 to the Martin Luther King Community Coalition to help fund the prizes for the essay and art contest winners.  Commissioner Robertson volunteered to accept the invitation from the Martin Luther King Community Coalition to assist in announcing the contest winners during the virtual Martin Luther King Holiday Program on Monday, January 17.  As part of the monthly work plan update for this objective, the Commission voted to mark as completed the action item to “Collaborate with the Martin Luther King Community Coalition” and to also remove the action item to “Sponsor a Multimedia High School Contest.”
 Chair Lamar appointed Commissioner Horton to the Public Forums work plan objective ad hoc committee.

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February 2022:
 Staff (Williams) shared information about the process of requesting a check from the Pasadena Recreation and Parks Foundation to the Martin Luther King Community Coalition.
 Commissioner Gonzalez volunteered to draft a letter explaining the purpose of fundraising for the Human Relations Commission to share at the March meeting.

March 2022:
 Commissioners Lamar and Young met to discuss the ROSE program intern (Sterling) and developing in a survey to ask teenagers and youth if they are receiving the services they desire in Pasadena, and hosting a public forum in the future about what teenagers and young people would like to see in the City.  Staff (Osborne) recommended Chair Lamar contact local non-profit organizations to verify if they are also working on a survey related to youth.

April 2022:
 The Commission unanimously voted to cancel the Human Relations Commission Annual Awards Ceremony and remove it as an action item on the work plan objective.
 Staff (Osborne) provided clarification that organizations interested in donating to the MLK Coalition can donate directly to the Pasadena Recreation and Parks Foundation instead of the Commission conducting fundraising.  Staff (Osborne) recommended the Commission review the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS) Event Proposal Form and submit to the department for consideration of future events.

May 2022:
 No update provided.

June 2022:
 No update provided

Status: Carryover to FY 2022-2023

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Objective #3 – Collaborations

To identify and bring attention to collaborations existing within the City of Pasadena that provide assistance to private persons and groups, and/or promote goodwill and better relations among all people.

Commissioners: Young, Greenstein, Horton

Action Items:
 Identify local collaborations that support the Human Relations Commission's objectives.
 Create a presentation calendar for FY 2021-2022 to better engage community organizations towards achieving Human Relations Commission action items.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2021:
 The Commission worked on defining action items for the collaborations work plan objective.

August 2021:
 The Commission voted to approve the work plan for FY 2021-2022.

September 2021:
 Commissioner Young created a spreadsheet of local community organizations representing different minority groups, such as those that focus on disenfranchised populations, and special interests that the Commission can begin to contact to schedule presentations and will send the document to Staff (Taylor).  Staff (Taylor) communicated with Pasadena Heritage about collaborating with the Commission on the updated language of the Mills Place Plaques.

October 2021:
 The Commission received a presentation from the We Must Breathe Advisory Committee about their purpose.
 Commissioner Young is in communication with the Western Justice Center in Pasadena to schedule a presentation for November meeting. Their mission statement is to “empower people to strengthen their communities by growing the conflict resolution skills and capacity of youth, educators, schools, and community partners.”

November 2021:
 Commissioner Young is scheduled to meet with a representative from the Western Justice Center on Friday, November 5 to confirm their presentation at the Commission meeting in December to discuss the programs they offer.

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 Commissioner Young is working with ROSE program intern (Sterling) to identify additional collaborations with local community-based organizations in order to understand their priorities, and will contact Danny Parker (We Must Breathe Advisory Committee) to discuss best practices for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

December 2021
 Commissioner Young spoke to Danny Parker (We Must Breathe Advisory Committee) about a possible future collaboration and encouraged Commissioners to read a section of the Committee’s report regarding the Business Committee for Racial Equity Objective.

January 2022:
 The Commission discussed methods to collaborate with the We Must Breathe Advisory Committee and possibly adding a work plan objective to collaborate with the group.

February 2022:
 The Commission received a presentation from Pasadena Heritage about Pasadena’s first African American owned hotel (The Hotel Carver).  Vice-Chair Greenstein shared that the ROSE program intern (Sterling) drafted a list of organizations for the Commission to contact about possible future collaborations.

March 2022:
 Chair Lamar appointed Commissioner Horton to the Collaborations ad hoc committee.
 Commissioner Horton requested staff contact the Los Angeles County Registrar’s Office to schedule a future presentation about election misinformation. Staff (Osborne) asked Commissioner Horton to provide clarification about the topic of the presentation to share at the next regular meeting in April.

April 2022:
 Commissioner Young provided information about a scheduled meeting with Elissa Barrett (Executive Director, Western Justice Center) on Friday, April 8 to discuss a possible collaboration with Pasadena for “LA vs Hate Week 2022”, or other collaborations. She also suggested scheduling a future presentation to the Commission.
 Commissioner Young shared that the ROSE program intern (Sterling) is compiling a list of potential local organizations to collaborate with in the future.

May 2022:
 Commissioner Young spoke to the Western Justice Center about a possible future collaboration for the art and garden initiative that is connected with the LA vs. Hate campaign. The collaboration would include volunteering and assisting with marketing.

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 Commissioner Young shared that the ROSE Intern (Sterling) is creating questions for the youth community survey.

Status: Carry Over to FY 2022-2023

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City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2021-2022

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2021 - June 2022

MEMBERS
07/06/21 REGULAR08/03/21 REGULAR09/07/21 REGULAR10/05/21 REGULAR11/02/21 REGULAR12/07/21 REGULAR01/04/22 REGULAR02/01/22 REGULAR03/01/22 REGULAR04/05/22 REGULAR05/03/22 REGULAR06/14/22 SPECIAL

TOTAL MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

BRANDON LAMAR
Mayor A P P P P P P P P P P P 11 91.67%

SANDY GREENSTEIN
District 6 P P P P P P P P P P P P 12 100.00%

WILHELMINA ROBERTSON
District 1 P P P P P P P P P P P P 12 100.00%

JONATHAN HORTON
District 2 P P P P P P 6 100.00%

THERESA ROBINETT
District 2 P P A P A P 4 66.67%

RENE GONZALEZ
District 3 P P P P P P U P P U P A 9 75.00%

KEVORK KEUSHKERIAN
District 4 P P P P P P P P P P P P 12 100.00%

KATIE YOUNG
District 5 P P P P P P P A P P P P 11 91.67%

HAMED SHIRMOHAMMADI
At Large/District 4 P A P P P P A P U P P A 8 66.67%
VACANT (DISTRICT 7) 0 0.00%
LEGEND
P -PRESENT Total Meetings Held 12

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

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City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Work Plan: 07/12/2022 – 06/06/2023

Mission:

The purpose of this Commission is to aid the City in achieving better human relations in City government, and to provide assistance to private persons and groups in promoting good will and better relations among all people.

FY 2022-2023 Objectives:

Objective #1 — Advise and Engage City Council
Objective #2 — Inform and Engage the Public
Objective #3 — Collaborations with Private Persons and Groups Objective #4 — Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission

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Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council

Advise and engage City Council on Human Relations issues of public, local and national concern with regular updates to aid the City in achieving better human relations in City government.

Commissioners: Greenstein, Robertson, Young

Action Items:
 Inform, on a monthly basis, Councilmembers of human relations issues of public, local and national concern such as hate crimes and incidents of hate in order to report discussion outcomes during Commission meetings.
 Attend Council District meetings to share the progress of Commission-related activities as needed.
 Render a recommendation to City Council to consider adopting hate incident reporting systems such as 2-1-1 to aid the City in achieving better human relations.  Render a recommendation to City Council on removing official portraits and plaques that honor historical organizers of a “campaign of racial segregation.”

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

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Objective #2 – Inform Private Persons and Groups

Provide public forums, panels and programs for private persons and groups to promote good will and better relations in our community.

Commissioners: Lamar, Keushkerian, Horton

Action Items:
 Establish a Human Relations Commission Youth Focus Group to promote youth leadership in addressing human relations concerns impacting City youth.  Co-host a public event to educate the public on promoting fair treatment and opportunity, good will and unity in Pasadena.
 Host a public event to educate the public about Mills Place or other historical events that have negatively impacted good will and human relations in Pasadena

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

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Objective #3 – Collaborations

Identify and bring attention to collaborations existing within the City of Pasadena that provide assistance to private persons and groups, and/or promote goodwill and better relations among all people.

Commissioners: Young, Horton, Lamar

Action Items:
 Create a presentation calendar for FY 2022-2023 to better engage community organizations towards achieving Human Relations Commission action items.  Collaborate with Western Justice Center
 Collaborate with Martin Luther King Community Coalition  Collaborate with the City of Pasadena Public Information Office:
o To improve City Council members’ social media presence and increase two- way engagement via these platforms.
o To address misinformation and disinformation in the community.  Collaborate with local youth leaders and organizations to identify and bring attention to human relations issues and initiatives affecting youth.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

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Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission.

Build the impact of Commission activities and our impact in our community through effective communication, follow-through and accountability.

Commissioners: Greenstein, Robertson

Action Items:
 Develop best practices for receiving hate crime notifications from the Pasadena Police Department.
 Identify and recommend best practices to follow up on past hate crimes.  Identify and recommend best practices to handle PPD hate crime notifications.  Engage with City of Pasadena staff on work plan to avoid duplications of effort. o Keep abreast of Human Relations Commissions in other government entities.
o Follow activities of other City of Pasadena Commissions.  Document impact of Commission actions over time through regular follow-up reports on prior year’s recommendations, in 2022-23 to include:
o Installation of a new plaque at Mills Place (City staff report). o Changes in City Council members’ applications of social media that communicate with constituents (individual Commissioners report).

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
 Ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed.

August 2022:
 No update due to meeting cancellation

Status:

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Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To be scheduled:
● Presentation from staff/others on status of Mills Place plaque. ● Presentation from Pasadena Police Dept. regarding hate crime reporting. ● Presentation from community youth organizations and a youth influencer to generate ideas for collaboration.

July 2022
● Presentation from LA County Human Relations Commission about LA vs Hate program.

August 2022
● Meeting canceled

September 2022
● Presentation from the Western Justice Center to discuss collaboration on conflict resolution training.

October 2022

November 2022

December 2022

January 2023

February 2023

March 2023

April 2023

May 2023

June 2023: Annual Meeting

(Updated August 2, 2022)

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