Legislative Policy Committee
October 3, 2023

AGENDA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE

REGULAR MEETING NOTICE
OCTOBER 3, 2023
PUBLIC MEETING 4:30 P.M.

MEMBERS
Steve Madison, Chair, District 6
Gene Masuda, District 4
Jess Rivas, District 5
Jason Lyon, District 7
STAFF
Brenda Harvey-Williams, Assistant City Manager
Javan Rad, Chief Assistant City Attorney
Tamer Sabha, Recording Secretary

MISSION STATEMENT
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REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA

LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
OCTOBER 3, 2023
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

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APPROVAL OF MINUTES

NEW BUSINESS

INFORMATION ONLY

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

LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

2. BRIEFING BY CHRIS GIGLIO ON FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

3. DISCUSSION ON EXTENSION OF LAND USE RELATED DEADLINES FOR

ENTITLEMENTS

4. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

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

5. PAST AGENDAS FOR CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS*

a. Accessibility and Disability Commission – September 26, 2023 b. Commission on the Status of Women – September 6, 2023

d. Design Commission – September 26, 2023
e. Environmental Advisory Commission – September 12, 2023, September 26, 2023
f. Fire & Police Retirement System – September 20, 2023 g. Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee – September 26, 2023 h. Historic Preservation Commission – September 5, 2023, September 19, 2023
i. Human Relations Commission – September 5, 2023
j. Human Services Commission – September 13, 2023
k. Library Commission – September 20, 2023
l. Northwest Commission – September 12, 2023
m. Pasadena Rental Housing Board – September 13, 2023, September 27, 2023
n. Planning Commission – September 13, 2023, September 27, 2023 o. Senior Commission – September 12, 2023
p. South Lake Parking Place Commission – September 28, 2023 q. Transportation Advisory Commission – September 28, 2023

ADJOURN

INFORMATION ITEMS

4. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

a. Accessibility and Disability 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, 2023

TO: City Council

FROM: Accessibility and Disability Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2022 through June 2023 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

• Report of Accomplishments for August 23, 2022, through June 22, 2023 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 26, 2022, through June 27, 2023 • Work Plan for July 25, 2023, through June 25, 2024

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Accessibility and Disability Commission at our special meeting on June 22, 2023, and regular meeting on July 25, 2023.

Respectfully submitted,

Andrea Jennings, Chair
Accessibility and Disability Commission

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023, Approved June 22, 2023. 1 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Report of Accomplishments: 08/23/2022 – 06/22/2023

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

FY 2022-2023 Ad Hoc Committees:

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

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 2 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Outreach and Awareness

Purpose: 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), Heinrich, Jennings

Action Items:
• Completed - Table at a minimum of two community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. • Completed - Support the monthly iBook Club meetings in partnership with the Pasadena Public Library.
• Ongoing - 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.
• Completed - 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.
• Discontinued - Research and recommend a hybrid meeting policy to promote greater accessibility for people with disabilities at public meetings. • Discontinued - 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 the iBook Club 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.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 3 September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee identified four community events during fiscal year 2023 where the Commission can set up a table, including the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 5. Details about the events will be provided to the Commission at its meeting in October.

October 2022:
• Commissioner Waterson provided an update about the Commission table at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 5, and requested additional volunteers to staff the table from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. • Commissioner Waterson reported the iBook Club met virtually on Monday, October 10, and discussed the topic of travel. He also shared that former Commissioner Rogers wrote an article about the iBook Club titled, “An Inclusion Book Club Supports Literacy and Communication,” which was published by LeaderLive.
• Chair Jennings attended the City Council meeting on Monday, October 3 to receive the National Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation.

She spoke on behalf of the Commission about the importance of employment for persons with disabilities.
• The Commission discussed the importance of offering hybrid public meetings to encourage participation of all citizens, including the disability community. The Commission voted to have the Outreach and Awareness ad hoc committee draft a letter to City Council in support of hybrid public meetings to promote greater accessibility at public meetings.

November 2022:
• Commissioner Waterson reported that Chair Jennings, Vice Chair Jagusch, and Commissioners Totten and Estabrook worked at the Commission table at the Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 5, and thanked them for their time.
• Commissioner Waterson reported that he and Commissioner Warner II attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, November 14, where they discussed the topic of gratitude with 11 participants in attendance. • The ad hoc committee created a list of local agencies for possible collaborations and is working on verifying the information to share with the Commission at a future meeting.

December 2022:
• No update provided

January 2023:
• Commissioner Waterson announced the Black History Parade and Festival will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 10:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M. He will send an email to the Commission to request volunteers to staff the shared commission table during the festival at Robinson Park from 12:00 – 4:00 P.M.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 4 February 2023:
• Commissioner Waterson reported the ad hoc committee met on Friday, February 24 to discuss the objective and provided the following updates:
o Chair Jennings and Commissioner Totten volunteered to assist at the commission table at the Black History Month Festival on Saturday, February 18 to share information about the commission with the community.
o He and Commissioner Warner II attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, February 13, where they discussed the topic of exploring our roots. The next iBook Club meeting is on Monday, March 13 and he invited the Commission to attend the meeting if available. o The ad hoc committee will discuss the action items at their next committee meeting and provide an update on the status of each action item at the March 28 meeting.
• Vice Chair Jagusch advised the ad hoc committee that the “Our Pasadena” webpage is a good resource for information about public outreach meetings to attend to inform and educate about accessibility and disability related considerations and report to the Commission on accessibility and disability topics discussed at the meetings.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Waterson reported that he and Commissioner Warner II attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, March 13, where they celebrated the 4-year Anniversary of iBook Club, with 13 participants in attendance. During the meeting the participants created individual thank you cards to give to the Hastings Branch Library for their support of the iBook Club. • Chair Jennings recommended the following action item be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Recommend the City support awareness and visibility of the disability community honoring disability and health related awareness events through public displays, such as lighting City Hall in colors associated with the awareness event.

April 2023:
• Commissioner Waterson reported that he and Commissioner Warner II attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, April 11, where the topic was Sports – favorite to play and favorite to watch, with 12 participants in attendance. The next iBook Club virtual meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 8 and theme is Earth Day.
• Chair Jennings inquired about the distribution of the iBook Club newsletter and requested the Commission be added to the distribution list. Commissioner Warner agreed to follow up with the request.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Table at a minimum of two community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 5 o Support the monthly iBook Club meetings in partnership with the Pasadena Public Library.
o 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.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Research and recommend a hybrid meeting policy to promote greater accessibility for people with disabilities at public meetings.

May 2023:
• Commissioner Warner II reported that he and Commissioner Waterson attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, May 8, where the topic was Earth Day, with 20 participants in attendance, which was the largest number of participants for the iBook Club. The next iBook Club virtual meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 12 and theme is Outer Space. • Commissioner Waterson reported he met with Commissioner Heinrich on Wednesday, May 10 and they discussed contacting various Arts & Cultural Facilities in Pasadena during the next fiscal year to assess the accessibility of their facilities.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item is ongoing:
o 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.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 6 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Robert Gorski Access Award

Purpose: 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 Commissioners: Jagusch, Totten, Waterson

Action Items:
• Completed - Recognize the recipient of the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award at the Commission’s August 2022 meeting.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - Select the honoree of the Robert Gorski Access Award to be recognized 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.

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met on September 22 to discuss the nominating criteria for the selection of the recipient of the Robert Gorski Access award. The ad hoc committee will provide the information to the Commission at the October meeting for discussion and approval.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 7 October 2022:
• The Commission approved the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee’s recommended updates to the award nomination criteria and timeline.

November 2022:
• Chair Jennings announced the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee needs another member due to Commissioner Estabrook’s upcoming departure from the Commission and that she will appoint someone at the December meeting.

December 2022:
• Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Totten to the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee.

January 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, January 17 to review the criteria for the Robert Gorski Access Award. • Vice Chair Jagusch reported the nominating period for the award will be from March 1 – March 31, 2023, and encouraged the Commission to submit nomination forms prior to the deadline.
• Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Waterson to the Robert Gorski Access Award ad hoc committee.

February 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reminded the Commission the Robert Gorski nomination period starts Wednesday, March 1, and requested Staff (Whitmore) send the Nomination Form to the Commission. She stated the Nomination Form is only completed by the Commissioners and encouraged everyone to submit a nominee for the award.

March 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reminded the Commission that the Robert Gorski nomination period ends on Thursday, March 31 and encouraged everyone to submit the nomination form before the deadline. She stated the ad hoc committee will meet in April to review the nomination forms.

April 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday April 23 to review the nomination forms for the Robert Gorski Access Award and unanimously selected E.R. Ruiz as their recommendation for this year’s recipient.
• Commissioner Waterson shared information about E.R. Ruiz including his personal background and community involvement. He requested consideration of the following motion:

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 8 o The Commission approves the recommendation from the ad hoc committee for E.R. Ruiz to be the recipient of the 2023 Robert Gorski Access Award

After discussion, it was moved (Jagusch) and seconded (Heinrich) to approve the motion as stated. (Motion unanimously carried)

In Favor: Jennings, Jagusch, Heinrich, Waterson

Absent: Totten, Herrera, Warner II
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Recognize the recipient of the 2022 Robert Gorski Access Award at the Commission’s August 2022 meeting.
o 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.
o Select the honoree of the Robert Gorski Access Award to be recognized in July 2023.

May 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee contacted E.R. Ruiz to inform him that he was the recipient of the Robert Gorski Access Award for 2023. She stated the Mr. Ruiz was very ecstatic and moved by the honor. • Staff (Osborne) reported the request to recognize Mr. Ruiz at a City Council meeting in July has been submitted to the City Manager and the order has been submitted to the vendor for the Robert Gorski Access Award trophy.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 9 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 - Transportation and
Accessibility at City Facilities

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

Chair appointed Commissioners: Jagusch, Jennings

Action Items:
• Completed - Attend public meetings to provide input on accessibility considerations for City projects involving new construction and facility alterations.
• Completed - Research the accessibility of public transit, paratransit and on- demand transportation drop-off and pick-up locations serving the Rose Bowl pedestrian loop.
• Completed - Study, examine, and recommend the City establish a communication strategy to inform the public of sidewalk and intersection closures.
• Completed - Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of- way, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb ramps. • Completed - Provide input on City’s updated Transition Plan that is funded as part of the FY 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget.

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.

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met on September 22 and discussed the opportunity for the Commission to provide input on accessibility considerations to the City’s plan for the development of the land originally intended for the extension of the 710 freeway. The ad hoc committee will monitor the progress of the plan and notify the Commission about scheduled public meetings to attend. • Vice Chair Jagusch reported that she received an email from the Citizen Service Center informing her that curb ramps were completed at the intersection of Catalina Avenue and Howard Street based on her request.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 10 Vice Chair Jagusch encouraged the Commission to submit service requests to the Citizen Service Center when accessibility improvements are needed.

October 2022:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on October 18 and were informed by staff (Everett) that the City is in the process of developing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the ADA Transition Plan update and that the RFP is scheduled to be released in early 2023.

November 2022:
• No update provided

December 2022:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, December 12, and discussed accessibility in the public right-of-way. • The ad hoc committee requested a presentation to clarify what is considered “Public Transit” under California Assembly Bill 2097.

January 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, January 17, and stated the City is accepting applications for a work group that will provide input on the development of the 710 Stub property. The application is available online at www.cityofpasadena.net.

February 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported she and Chair Jennings virtually attended the Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, February 22 where they discussed the Central District Specific Plan. She stated that public meetings are a good opportunity to learn more about the City’s plans which will assist the Commission with their work plan objectives.

March 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from David Sanchez (Principal Planner, Planning and Community Development Department) to clarify the definition of “public transit” in AB2097.
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, March 15 and reviewed the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget to monitor the progress of current and planned projects addressing accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way, including the installation of curb ramps.

April 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee is meeting with members of Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition to discuss their recommendations for the City to implement an All Ages and Abilities safety standard in the planning of four North-South Greenways in Pasadena.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 11 • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Research the accessibility of public transit, paratransit and on-demand transportation drop-off and pick-up locations serving the Rose Bowl pedestrian loop.
o Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb ramps. o Provide input on City’s updated Transition Plan that is funded as part of the FY 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget.

May 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Lari Burney (311 Call Center Representative) and Lydia Diaz (Customer Service Representative) regarding the Pasadena Citizen Service Center (CSC) and were provided information regarding the CSC’s ability to notify residents about public sidewalk and street closures.
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, May 10 to discuss the draft letter of support for the implementation of All Ages and Abilities Safety Standards on the Four North-South Greenways project. • The Commission reviewed the draft letter of support and after discussion, the Commission requested Vice Chair Jagusch modify the letter of support based on the recommendations discussed.
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported that she and Chair Jennings are planning to attend the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 24 to hear the presentation about the updates to the North Lake Specific Plan and provide public comment about including accessibility considerations in all design plans for City projects. The Commission shared their support to authorize Chair Jennings and Vice Chair Jagusch to speak on behalf of the Commission.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Attend public meetings regarding input on accessibility considerations for City Projects involving new construction and alteration. o Study, examine, and recommend the City establish a communication strategy to inform the public of sidewalk and intersection closures.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 12 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Housing

Purpose: To promote inclusive housing solutions for the disability community.

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

Action Items:
• Completed - Submit a recommendation to City Council about improving 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.

September 2002:
• The Commission participated in the Homelessness Plan Listening Session with Jennifer O’Reilly-Jones (Homeless Programs Coordinator, Housing Department) and Anna Jacobsen (Consultant, CityWise) who provided information about unhoused constituents in Pasadena and the development of the City of Pasadena Homelessness Plan.
• The ad hoc committee met on September 18 and discussed the work completed for the Housing Objective in 2021-2022 and created a list of possible recommendations to submit to City Council for discussion at a future Commission meeting.

October 2022:
• Chair Jennings reported that a new affordable senior housing development will be built at 280 Ramona Street and that the developer is proposing to remove the on-site parking for residents. She requested information about how the Commission can provide input during the design process for new housing developments to ensure accessibility for residents. Staff (Everett) provided information about the guidelines for speaking at public meetings on behalf of the Commission.

November 2022:
• Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, November 9 and discussed the tentative list of recommendations to submit to City Council to improve access to affordable and accessible housing in Pasadena. The ad hoc committee will submit the recommendations to the Commission for review and approval at a future meeting.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 13 December 2022:
• Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee met on November 30 and December 14 to discuss the draft housing recommendations and to prepare questions for the Homelessness Plan Update presentation at the Commission's December meeting.
• The ad hoc committee requested a presentation about how accessibility for people with disabilities is included in the City’s Prototype Design Options for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU).

January 2023:
• Staff (Everett) reported the City is currently accepting applications for the Rental Housing Board created by the passage of Measure H. She advised the Commission that the application is available online at www.cityofpasadena.net.

Chair Jennings encouraged Commissioners to consider applying and to share the information with the disability community.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee is preparing a letter to City Council with recommendations from the Commission to improve access to quality, affordable, and accessible housing in the City of Pasadena and will present the letter to the Commission for review at the meeting on March 28. • Staff (Osborne) informed the Commission the Planning and Community Development Department is offering one-on-one virtual consultations to anyone constructing an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) with general information on building and zoning code requirements and will send additional information about the program to the Commission.

March 2023:
• The Commission unanimously approved the letter to City Council to improve access to quality, affordable and accessible housing in the City of Pasadena. • Commissioner Warner II attended the Planning Commission virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 22 and provided public comment on the need for more Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) with accessibility features to serve the disabled community in Pasadena.

April 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Ron Takiguchi, Building Official, Planning and Development Department, regarding information about how accessibility for people with disabilities is included the City’s Prototype Design Options for Accessory Dwelling Units.
• Staff (Osborne) provided an update regarding the letter of recommendation from the Commission to City Council regarding affordable housing. She reported the letter was submitted to the Mayor and City Council by the City Clerk and will provide an update on the status of the letter at the meeting on May 23.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 14 • Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, April 24 and decided to create a comprehensive list of accessible features that can be used in the development plans for building or remodeling homes, apartments, office buildings, City facilities or public places that that will provide accessibility to individuals with visible or invisible disabilities. A draft of the list will be presented to the Commission at the meeting on May 23.

May 2023:
• Staff (Osborne) reported the City Manager has not received a request from the City Council to include the letter of recommendation from the Commission regarding affordable housing on a City Council meeting agenda. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Submit a recommendation to City Council to improve access to quality, affordable and accessible housing in the City of Pasadena.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 15 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #5 – Public Safety

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

Chair appointed Commissioners: Herrera (lead), Totten

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 Completed - Requesting a community meeting where the disabled community can interact with the Pasadena Police Department. o Completed - Developing a list of best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities that includes contributions from disability organizations.
o Ongoing - Providing information about the needs of disabled individuals to the Community Police Oversight Commission.
• Completed - 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.

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met and discussed ideas about possible training for law enforcement personnel about the disabled community to improve engagement and communication with constituents.

October 2022:
• Commissioner Herrera stated she will schedule a meeting for the ad hoc committee to discuss best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities. The draft list will be submitted to the Commission for review and approval at a future meeting.

November 2022:
• Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Totten to the Public Safety ad hoc committee and removed herself.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 16 December 2022:
• Commissioner Herrera reported the ad hoc committee met on December 20, to review and discuss the action items and determine the next steps. • The ad hoc committee requested a presentation about training provided to first responders, including police and fire about interacting with people with disabilities.

January 2023:
• Commissioner Herrera reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, December 20 to discuss the training provided for law enforcement and other first responders when interacting with the disabled community. • Staff (Everett) reported that Jennifer Estep, the Pasadena Police Department Civilian Training Manager, will present to the Commission about accessibility and disability-related trainings currently provided to Officers and civilian staff and asked the Commission for further clarification about any specific information they would like her to cover during the presentation.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Herrera reported the ad hoc committee met on Friday, February 24 to review the objectives and prepare questions for the presentation from the Pasadena Police Department.
• The Commission received a presentation from Jennifer Estep (Training Coordinator, Pasadena Police Department) regarding accessibility and disability- related training provided to Pasadena Police Department Officers. • Commissioner Herrera requested direction from Staff (Osborne) on the protocol regarding follow-up contact with Ms. Estep to provide training resources. Staff (Osborne) provided a response and will contact the City Attorney to verify if the review and recommendation for additional training for police officers is within the mission and purpose of the Community Police Oversight Commission (CPOC). Staff (Osborne) will provide an update to the ad hoc committee at the meeting scheduled for March 28.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Herrera reported the ad hoc committee met on Sunday, March 26 to review the information provided during the presentation from Jennifer Estep at the Commission meeting on February 28.
• Commissioner Herrera requested Staff (Osborne) arrange a meeting for the ad hoc committee with the appropriate staff from the Police Department to learn more about the training provided to police officers regarding accessibility and interactions with the disabled community.
• Staff (Osborne) reported that representatives from the Commission have been approved to speak before the Police Oversight Committee regarding best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities and available training resources.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 17 April 2023:
• Staff (Osborne) reported on behalf of the ad hoc committee that they will be working with Jennifer Estep to provide training resources regarding accessibility and interactions with the disabled community.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Developing a list of best practices for police interactions with people with disabilities that includes contributions from disability organizations.

May 2023:
• Commissioner Totten reported that the ad hoc committee met with Jennifer Estep (Training Coordinator, Pasadena Police Department) to recommend mandatory crisis intervention training for all police officers to improve police interactions with people with disabilities. Commissioner Herrera will follow up to connect Ms. Estep with the Training Coordinator from San Bernardino County to obtain information about their experience in providing the training for their officers.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023 :
o Requesting a community meeting where the disabled community can interact with the Pasadena Police Department
o Explore data about police categorical use of force toward people with disabilities.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item is ongoing:
o Providing information about the needs of disabled individuals to the Community Police Oversight Commission.

June 2023:
• Commissioner Herrera provided the following update from Jennifer Estep (Training Coordinator, Pasadena Police Department) regarding the proposed crisis intervention team training for police officers:
o The Pasadena Police Department is currently exploring the feasibility of providing a comprehensive and stakeholder driven training for police officers to improve police interactions with people with disabilities. o Requested the Commission assist with identifying and recommending individuals and organizations to be a part of the stakeholder group that will provide input on the proposed crisis intervention team training. • Staff (Osborne) stated the recommendation of individuals or organizations for the stakeholder group will need to be approved by the Commission and then sent to staff to forward to the Police Department.

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 18 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #6 – Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation

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

Chair appointed Commissioners: Waterson, Totten, Herrera

Action Items:
• Completed: Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival. • Completed - Consult with other commissions regarding recreation related objectives.
• Completed - Examine opportunities for and barriers to participation in recreational and leisure activities for people with disabilities to inform possible recommendations to improve access for all community members. • Completed - Review Park accessibility information once it is posted to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department website.

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.

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee reported the Adaptive Sports Festival will be held on Saturday, November 5 at Brookside Park from 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. The Commission will have an information table at the event and an email will be sent to request volunteers to staff the table.
• The ad hoc committee encouraged the Commission to attend the event. Staff (Everett) reported that the event will feature new activities including aquatics at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, disc golf, hockey, and volleyball.

October 2022:
• Staff (Everett) provided an update about the Adaptive Sports Festival and encouraged Commissioners to attend and share information about the event with their networks.

November 2022:
• The ad hoc committee reported the Adaptive Sports Festival was a successful event with approximately 750 attendees.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 19 • Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Totten to the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee.

December 2022:
• Commissioner Warner reported he spoke with a Commissioner from the Recreation and Parks Commission who invited the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee to join them when they conduct park tours and inspections to provide input related to park accessibility. The Commission expressed interest in the opportunity and requested Staff (Everett) to follow up for more information.

January 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival. • Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Herrera to the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation ad hoc committee.

February 2023:
• No update provided

March 2023:
• Commissioner Waterson stated the ad hoc committee would like to work with representatives from the Recreation and Parks Commission to gather information and assess the accessibility elements at City parks. Staff (Osborne) will follow up to provide the ad hoc committee the contact information.

April 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Erik Lomeli, (Recreation Services Specialist; Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department) regarding the 2022 Adaptive Sport Festival including an update on the plans for the event in 2023.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Review Park accessibility information once it is posted to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department website.
• Commissioner Waterson requested Staff (Osborne) provide the following information to the ad hoc committee:
o Contact information for representatives from the Recreation and Parks Commission to consult about recreation related objectives. o Status of the data from the survey completed by the Commission in 2022 regarding accessibility of City parks.

May 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Consult with other Commissions regarding recreation related objectives.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 20 o Examine opportunities for and barriers to participation in recreational and leisure activities for people with disabilities in order to inform recommendations that will improve access for all community members.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 21 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #7 – Employment

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

Chair appointed Commissioners: Jagusch (lead), Herrera

Action Items:
• Completed - Study and examine opportunities for and barriers to employment for people with disabilities 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.
• Completed - Follow up with agencies supporting people with disabilities that were contacted about the ROSE and MASH programs to determine barriers and opportunities.
• Completed - Review the contact information for Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment and provide updates to relevant City staff.
• Completed - Share employment opportunities with Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment.
• Completed: Review the City of Pasadena job opportunities website for clearly visible information about how to request an accommodation for the application process.
• Completed - Support the Civitan event honoring Pasadena 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.

September 2022:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported that October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The City Council will issue a proclamation at the City Council meeting on Monday, October 3, where Chair Jennings will make comments on behalf of the Commission about the importance of employment for persons with disabilities.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 22 • Commissioner Jagusch reported that Commissioners are invited to attend the Civitan event on Thursday, October 13 from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. at Villa Esperanza to honor local businesses committed to hiring individuals with disabilities.

October 2022:
• Chair Jennings attended the City Council meeting on Monday, October 3, in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Chair Jennings spoke on behalf of the Commission about the importance of employment for persons with disabilities.
• Vice-Chair Jagusch reported the Civitan event honoring Pasadena employers of people with disabilities was well attended by City officials including Mayor Victor Gordo, Councilmember Felicia Williams, City Manager Miguel Márquez, and several City department directors.

November 2022:
• No update provided

December 2022:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the City is still accepting applications for administrative and maintenance positions through the MASH (Municipal Assistance, Solutions, and Hiring) program and encouraged the Commission to share the information with people with disabilities in their networks.

January 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, January 19, and reviewed the job opportunities on the City website to ensure the information included instruction on how to request an accommodation during the application process.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Review the City of Pasadena job opportunities website for clear information about how to request an accommodation during the application process.
• Commissioner Herrera provided information about the EmployAbility grant program offered through the California Department of Rehabilitation to small and medium size businesses to increase the employment of people with disabilities. She requested consideration of the following motion:
o The Commission recommends that the Accessibility Coordinator provide information about the State Department of Rehabilitation Demand Side Initiative and the EmployAbility grant to the Office of Economic Development to share with City of Pasadena businesses. The Commission also requests that the Accessibility Coordinator ask whether the City is interested in cosponsoring an informational session provided by the Department of Rehabilitation for Pasadena businesses about the initiative and grant.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 23 After discussion, it was moved (Herrera) and seconded (Jagusch) to approve the motion as stated. (Motion unanimously carried)

In Favor: Jennings, Jagusch, Totten, Herrera, Warner II, Waterson

Absent: Heinrich

February 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Friday, February 24, and discussed a tentative plan to schedule a webinar in June 2023 about the Demand Side Initiative and Employability grants available to Pasadena businesses to increase the employment of people with disabilities. • Vice Chair Jagusch announced the applications for the Rose (Realizing Opportunities through Summer Employment) Program are available online at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec/rose for Pasadena residents ages 14 – 24 who reside in low-to-moderate income households and encouraged the Commission to share the information with people with disabilities in their networks.

March 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, March 22 and discussed plans for the webinar for Pasadena businesses regarding the availability of Demand Side Initiative and Employability grants. The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Osborne) arrange a meeting with the Economic Development Department staff to discuss the plans for the webinar. • Vice Chair Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee continues to follow up with local agencies regarding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and was happy to learn that a student attending the Frostig School applied to the MASH program.

April 2023:
• Vice Chair Jagusch announced that the ad hoc committee will meet with David Klug, Economic Development Director, on May 1, 2023, to discuss the plans for the webinar for Pasadena businesses regarding the availability of Demand Side Initiative and Employability grants.
• Vice Chair Jagusch reported that Councilmember Justin Jones and the Foothill Development Workforce Board are hosting a Career and Resource Fair on Friday, May 19, from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the Jackie Robinson Community Center and encouraged the Commission to share the information with community partners that support individuals with disabilities. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Review the contact information for Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment and provide updates to relevant City staff.
o Support the Civitan event honoring Pasadena employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities.

ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 24 May 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o 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.
o Follow up with agencies supporting people with disabilities that were contacted about the ROSE and MASH programs to determine barriers and opportunities.
o Share employment opportunities with Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment.

June 2023:
• Commissioner Herrera provide the following updates regarding the Employability Grant webinar for local business:
o The virtual webinar is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 9:00 A.M.
o The ad hoc committee is working with Teresa Garcia (Senior Project Manager, Economic Development Department) and Suzi Hoge (Pasadena Civitan Club) to plan the webinar and will meet on Wednesday July 5 to discuss the logistics for the event.
o Assistance may be needed from the Commission and the City regarding marketing and outreach to ensure local businesses attend the webinar. • Commissioner Herrera provided information about the California Department of Rehabilitation Demand Side Initiative that is a marketing campaign directed at employers to highlight the benefits of employing individuals with disabilities.

Status: Completed

ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 25 Accessibility and Disability Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023
To Be Scheduled:

July 2022:
• No presentation

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:
• No presentation

November 2022:
• No presentation

December 2022:
• Presentation from Department of Housing regarding the Homelessness Plan Update - Draft Goals and Strategies – Diana Trejo (Homeless Programs Coordinator) and Anna Jacobsen (Consultant, CityWise)

January 2023:
• No presentation

February 2023:
• Presentation about accessibility and disability-related trainings provided to Pasadena Police Department Officers – Jennifer Estep, Training Coordinator, Pasadena Police Department

March 2023:
• Presentation from Planning and Community Development Department to clarify the definition of “public transit” in California Assembly Bill 2097 – David Sanchez, Principal Planner

April 2023:
• Presentation from Planning and Community Development Department regarding information about how accessibility for people with disabilities is included in the City’s Prototype Design Options for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) – Ron Takiguchi, Building Official
• Introductory comments and update regarding the ADA Coordinator recruitment process – Alex Souto, Deputy City Manager
• Presentation regarding the Adaptive Sports Festival – Erik Lomeli, Recreation Services Specialist, Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department

ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 26 May 2023:
• Presentation about the Pasadena Citizen Service Center – Lari Burney, 311 Call Center Representative and Lydia Diaz, Customer Service Representative

June 2023: Annual Meeting – no update provided

(updated May 23, 2023)

ADC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2022-2023. Approved June 22, 2023. 27 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2022-2023

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
July 2022 - June 2023

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
07/26/22 REGULAR08/23/22 REGULAR09/27/22 REGULAR10/25/22 REGULAR11/14/22 SPECIAL11/22/22 REGULAR12/20/22 SPECIAL12/27/22 REGULAR01/24/23 REGULAR02/28/23 REGULAR03/28/23 REGULAR04/25/23 REGULAR05/23/23 REGULAR06/22/23 SPECIAL06/27/23 REGULAR TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

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

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

CY ESTABROOK
(Mayor) XX P A A P XX P 3 60.00%

DANIELLE FRIBERG
(District 1) XX P P A 2 66.67%

ANDREA TOTTEN
(District 1) P XX P XX P P P A P P XX 7 87.50%

PATRICIA HERRERA
(District 4) XX P P P A XX P XX P P P A A P XX 8 72.73%

MICHAEL WARNER II
(District 5) XX P P P P XX P XX P P P A P P XX 10 90.91%

JANIE LYNN HEINRICH
District 6 XX P P P P XX P XX A P P P A A XX 8 72.73%

MARK WATERSON
(At Large/District 6) XX P P P P XX A XX P P P P P P XX 10 90.91% VACANT (Mayor) 0 0.00%
VACANT (District 3) 0 0.00%
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 11

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 28 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Work Plan: 07/25/2023 – 06/25/2024

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

FY 2023-2024 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Oversight Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Outreach and Education Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Health, Wellness, and Inclusive Community

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 29 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Oversight

Objective Purpose: Advise and inform the City Council on accessibility issues

Commissioners: Jagusch (co-lead), Totten (co-lead), Jennings

Action Items:
• Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way and bike lanes, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb ramps. • Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival

Work Plan Updates

July 2023:
• The Adaptive Sports Festival has been confirmed for Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Brookside Park. Sara Goldman is working with Eric Lomeli and Triumph Foundation to plan the festival.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Jagusch provided the following updates on the action items for the objective:
o The City will be requesting public comment on the North-South Greenways project in Fall 2023 and recommended the Commission receive a presentation from the Department of Transportation regarding an update on the project prior to the date for public comment. o The Commission will make a recommendation in January 2024 on the accessibility improvements in the public right-of-way and the installation of curb ramps. She requested the Commission receive a presentation from the Department of Transportation regarding an update on the current accessibility improvement projects.
o Reminded the Commission of the date for the Adaptive Sports Festival and to plan on assisting on the day of the event at the commission table to share information about the work of the Commission with the community.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 30 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Outreach and Education

Objective Purpose: To encourage the Commission to connect and engage with other commissions and community organizations to help implement accessibility measures and education throughout the City.

Commissioners: Herrera (lead), Jagusch, Jennings

Action Items:
• Nominate, select, and recognize the Robert Gorski Access Award recipient. • Support the Civitan event honoring employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities.
• Table at a minimum of three community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. • Attend City of Pasadena and other commission meetings to inform and educate about accessibility and disability related considerations and promote inclusion of individuals with disabilities. Report to the Commission on accessibility topics discussed and knowledge gained at the meetings.
• Promote awareness of the Department of Rehabilitation “Demand Side Initiative” and EmployAbility grants for businesses to support employment for individuals with disabilities.
• Continue to support iBook Club of Pasadena including dissemination of monthly newsletter.

Work Plan Updates

July 2023:
• Chair Jennings reported that E.R. Ruiz was honored as the 2023 recipient of the Robert Gorski Access Award at the City Council meeting on Monday, July

17. Staff (Goldman) introduced Mr. Ruiz and spoke about his advocacy for burn survivors.
• Commissioner Herrera provided the following update on the EmployAbility Grants webinar:
o The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. o The flyer for the webinar will be sent to the Commission once is it finalized and requested the Commission distribute the flyer to their networks. o The ad hoc committee has contacted the local Department of Rehabilitation office to encourage their support and attendance at the webinar.
• The Commission received the monthly newsletter for the iBook Club with information regarding the virtual meeting scheduled for August 14, 2023

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 31 August 2023:
• Commissioner Jagusch provided the following updates on the action items for the objective:
o The ad hoc committee will begin to review the criteria and nomination process for the Robert Gorski Award to present to the Commission at an upcoming meeting.
o Announced the Annual Pasadena Civitan Reception recognizing local businesses committed to hiring individuals with disabilities is on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. at AbilityFirst, Pasadena. o Encouraged the Commission to attend the Planning Commission Study Session regarding the Lamanda Park Specific Plan on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. She stated this is a good opportunity to learn about development plans in the City and provide public comment to promote inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the plans. Information about the meeting was emailed to the Commission on Monday, August 21. • Chair Jennings reported she assisted at the commission table at Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Community Resource Fair and Block Party on Saturday, August 5, 2023, and shared information about the work of the Commission with the community.
• Commissioner Herrera reported 50 local businesses have registered for the EmployAbility Grants webinar scheduled for Thursday, August 24, and encouraged the Commission to register for the event to learn more about the program.
• Commissioner Warner II reported he attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, August 14, with 15 participants in attendance. During the meeting the participants shared their favorite music in a variety of media formats. The Commission will be sent the iBook Club newsletter with information about the virtual meeting scheduled for September 11.

Status:

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 32 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Health, Wellness, and Inclusive Community

Objective Purpose: To prioritize accessibility measures in public health, housing and

Commissioners: Heinrich (lead), Warner II, Jennings

Action Items:
• Facilitate communication with Pasadena Public Health Department regarding best practices pertaining to authentic disability inclusion. • Work collaboratively with Department of Housing to increase availability of affordable and accessible housing.
• Ensure a training program that prioritizes accessible measures in public safety is added to the current public safety training manual.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• Chair Jennings reported that the ad hoc committee is developing a comprehensive list of accessible features that can be used in the development plans for building or remodeling homes, apartments, office buildings, City facilities or public places that that will provide accessibility to individuals with visible or invisible disabilities. A draft of the list will be presented to the Commission at a future meeting and requested the Commission gather suggestions for features to include on the list from friends, family, and individuals within their networks.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, August 21 and discussed ways the Commission can assist in educating the community about the need for affordable and accessible housing.
• The ad hoc committee recommends the Commission receive a presentation from Ethan Wolferman, (Senior Homeowner Advisor, Cottage ADUs), regarding the importance of accessibility in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). • Commissioner Herrera reported she will contact Jennifer Estep,(Training Coordinator, Pasadena Police Department), to request an update on the recommendation to implement mandatory crisis intervention training for all police officers to improve police interactions with people with disabilities. She will provide an update to the Commission at the September meeting.

ADC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 33 • Staff (Souto) reported he will follow up to arrange the presentation for the Commission from Ron Takiguchi, (Building Official, Planning and Community Development Department) regarding an update on the City’s Prototype Design Options for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
• Commissioner Heinrich recommended the Commission receive a presentation regarding state and local building codes pertaining to accessibility in residential housing.

Status:

ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 34 Accessibility and Disability Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
To be scheduled:
• Presentation from Planning and Community Development Department regarding an update on the City’s Prototype Design Options for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – Ron Takiguchi, Building Official (Staff) • Presentation from a local arts organization that offers art classes to children with disabilities – Presenter TBD
• Presentation from Department of Transportation regarding an update on the current accessibility improvement projects - Presenter TBD (Staff) • Presentation from Department of Transportation regarding the North-South Greenways project – Presenter TBD (Staff)
• Presentation regarding the importance of accessible Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – Ethan Wolferman, Senior Homeowner Advisor, Cottage ADUs (Jennings)
• Presentation regarding state and local building codes pertaining to accessibility in residential housing - Presenter TBD (Staff)

July 2023:
• No presentation

August 2023:
• No presentation

September 2023
• Presentation regarding the City’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards – Sara Goldman, Accessibility and Disability Coordinator

October 2023
• (tentative) Presentation regarding National Disability Employment Month – Presenter TBD

November 2023
•

December 2023
•

January 2024
•

February 2024
•

ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 35 March 2024
•

April 2024
•

May 2024
•

June 2024 - Annual Meeting

(updated August 22, 2023)

INFORMATION ITEMS

4. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

b. Commission on the Status of Women

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, 2023

TO: City Council

FROM: Commission on the Status of Women

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2022 through June 2023 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

• Report of Accomplishments for July 6, 2022, through May 31, 2023 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 6, 2022, through June 7, 2023 • Work Plan for July 5, 2023, through June 5, 2024

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Commission on the Status of Women at our special meeting on May 31, 2023, and regular meeting on July 5, 2023.

Respectfully submitted,

Charlotte Lacey, Chair
Commission on the Status of Women

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 1 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Report of Accomplishments: 07/06/2022 – 05/31/2023

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 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re:Objective #1 – Advise City Council
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Promote Survival Guide Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Celebrate Women and Girls Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Outreach, Awareness, and Collaboration with the Pasadena Community

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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 2 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise City Council

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

Action Items:
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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. • Completed - Advise City Council of the need to pass an ordinance supporting the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
• Ongoing - Request information about the percentage of women who work for the City of Pasadena and their median salary. (Recommendation #3a) • Ongoing - 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)
• Ongoing - 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)
• Ongoing - Advise City Council of the need for City departments to establish criteria for recognizing women leaders at every level within the departments. (Recommendation #4)
• Ongoing - 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 3 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)
• The Commission heard a presentation regarding the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) from Nancy Bremeau and learned how the Commission can recommend the City Council adopt a CEDAW ordinance.

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met and discussed making an oral presentation to the City Council about the 2021 Report on the Status Women in Pasadena. The Commission suggested that the presenters include the Commissioners that worked on the report along with the consultant from Mt. Saint Mary’s. Staff (Bell) will follow up to determine the process and timeline for the City Council presentation and provide the information to the Commission at the October meeting.
• Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz virtually attended the City Council meetings in July. She informed the Commission about two agenda items from the meetings that the Commission may want to follow: 1) Early Child Development and Early Learning Task Force Report and 2) the ordinance to allow affordable housing on religious facility sites.
• Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz proposed that the Commission submit a letter of support for the work of the Early Child Development and Early Learning Task Force. Chair Lacey requested that Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz draft the letter and submit it for review and approval at the next Commission meeting.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 4 October 2022:
• The Commission participated in a Listening Session with Diana Trejo, (Homeless Programs Coordinator, Housing Department) and Anna Jacobsen, (Consultant, CityWise) as part of the development of the Homelessness Plan for the City of Pasadena.
• The Commission reviewed the hot topics and discussed and identified potential resources for future presentations, including Department of Housing (affordable housing, Pasadena 100 (environment), Pasadena Public Health (maternal and child health).
• Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz submitted a draft of the letter of support for the work of the Early Child Development and Early Learning Task Force to Staff (Bell) for review.

November 2022:
• Staff (Bell) reported that the Commission has been approved to present the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena to the Legislative Policy Committee. An update will be provided at the December meeting regarding the proposed presentation date.
• The Commission heard a presentation from the Department of Housing regarding the Section 8 and affordable housing programs in Pasadena from Anne Lansing, (Housing Assistance Officer) and Jim Wong (Senior Project Manager).
• The Commission approved the letter of support from the Commission for the work of the Early Child Development and Early Learning Task Force. • The Commission discussed the presentation from Pasadena 100 regarding the environment scheduled for the December meeting. Commissioner Montgomery will follow up with the presenter.
• Chair Lacey is scheduled to meet with new District 7 Councilmember Jason Lyons in December to provide an update on the work plan of the Commission.

December 2022:
• Chair Lacey informed the Commission that she virtually attended the City Council meeting on December 5 and provided an overview of the information discussed at the meeting.
• Staff Bell provided an update regarding the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena to the Legislative Policy Committee and stated the presentation date has not been scheduled by the Committee.

Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz asked Staff (Bell) to request two possible dates for the presentation to ensure availability of the presenters from the Commission and Mt. St. Mary’s University.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 5 January 2023:
• Commissioners volunteered to attend City Council meetings from January – June 2023. Chair Lacey reminded the Commission of the purpose for attending City Council meetings and the importance of informing the Commission of matters relevant to the work of the Commission.
• Vice Chair Rodriguez recommended the Commission send a letter to City Council in support of the work of Pasadena 100. Vice Chair Rodriguez agreed to draft the letter and submit it to Chair Lacey prior to the Commission meeting scheduled for February 1.
• Staff (Bell) stated the Legislative Policy Committee requested the Commission request dates in either February or March for the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena, and she will submit the request to the staff of the Committee. Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz will contact Mount Saint Mary’s University to request their availability.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Montgomery stated she attended the City Council meeting on Monday, January 30 and reported the Council agenda included the approval of several environmental-related contracts and resolutions.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Morgan Sandoz reported she virtually attended the City Council meetings on Monday, February 6, and Monday, February 27, and stated the meetings offer a good perspective about issues within the City and the ways the City Council is addressing the issues.
• Commissioner Morgan Sandoz stated she contacted Mount St. Mary’s University about the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena to the Legislative Policy Committee. She has not yet received a reply and will follow up to confirm their availability to attend the meeting in either March or April 2023.

April 2023:
• Meeting cancelled

May 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items complete for FY 2022-2023:
o 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.
o 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.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 6 o 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. o Advise City Council of the need to pass an ordinance supporting the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action items are ongoing:
o Request information about the percentage of women who work for the City of Pasadena and their median salary. (Recommendation #3a) o 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)
o 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)
o Advise City Council of the need for City departments to establish criteria for recognizing women leaders at every level within the departments. (Recommendation #4)
o Advise City Council of the need for a citywide review of the following Human Resources policies, practices, and employment benefits:
▪ Family support (e.g., flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, etc.)
▪ 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.
▪ 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)
• Chair Lacey reported she met with Councilmember Jason Lyons on Tuesday May 2 to discuss the Commission vacancies and provide an update on the work of the Commission.
• Chair Lacey reported the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena is on the agenda for the Legislative Policy Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 6. She requested the ad hoc committee follow up with the staff from Mount St. Mary’s University to confirm their availability to attend the meeting.

Status: Completed

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 7 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Promote Survival Guide

Commissioner: Harrington Roggero, Thompson

Action Items:
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the action items and provide an update at the October meeting.

October 2022:
• No update provided

November 2022:
• No update provided

December 2022:
• Chair Lacey asked the Commission for a volunteer to serve on the ad hoc committee to assist Commissioner Harrington Roggero with the action items.

January 2023:
• Chair Lacey requested feedback from the Commission on the status of the action items to determine the feasibility of completion by June 2023. • Commissioner Harrington Roggero will follow up with former Commissioner Bowens to get information regarding the QR code for the Survival Guide postcards and work with Staff (Bell) on including the “Survival Guide at a Glance” on the Commission webpage. The ad hoc committee will work on obtaining additional marketing materials and implementing marketing strategies for distribution of the Survival Guide.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 8 • Staff (Bell) suggested the Black History Parade and Festival on Saturday, February 18 is a good opportunity for the Commission to distribute the Survival Guide and postcards to the community. Staff (Bell) will provide information about tabling at the event to Chair Lacey for discussion at the February 1 meeting.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported she received the information about the QR code for the Survival Guide from Commissioner Bowens and requested feedback from the Commission regarding ideas for marketing and distributing the Survival Guide.
• Chair Lacey appointed Commissioner Thompson to the Promote Survival Guide ad hoc committee.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Thompson reported the ad hoc committee met and developed a draft of the Survival Guide postcard in English and Spanish including the QR code. The draft postcard will be sent to Staff (Bell) for review and presented to the Commission for approval at the meeting on Wednesday, April 5. • Commissioner Thompson reported that she and Chair Lacey staffed the commission table at the Black History Month Festival on Saturday, February 18, and distributed the Survival Guide.

April 2023:
• Meeting cancelled

May 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items complete for FY 2022-2023:
o 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.
o 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.
• Commissioner Thompson reported she will send a draft of the Survival Guide postcard to Staff (Mendez) for approval so the Commission can approve the document at their meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 31.

Status: Completed

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 9 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Celebrate Women and Girls

Commissioners: Lacey (Lead), Rodriguez, Harrington Roggero

Action Items:
• Ongoing - Celebrate Women’s History Month with community events that engage diverse attendees, including:
o Discontinued - Organizing Herstory 2023, including requesting in-kind donations from the community and support from the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department as needed.
o Completed - Requesting the Mayor and City Council issue a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month.
o Ongoing - Encourage more women to run for elected office at the local level by inviting speakers to address the topic during Herstory 2023. (Recommendation #5)
• Ongoing - 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:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• Chair Lacey proposed holding this year’s event at All Saints Church with a tentative date of Wednesday March 8, 2023
• Chair Lacey asked the Commission for suggestions for the format and topics for the event. The Commission offered the following suggestions:
­ Mini panel or keynote speaker with the topic of women in historically male dominated professions (lawyers, doctors, veterinarians, police, politicians).
­ Offer extra school or volunteer credit for young women/girls to attend.

Collaborate with the Delta Sigma Theta organization to assist with including young women/girls in the event, i.e., potential panel speakers and as attendees.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 10 ­ Recognize former Commissioners and Commission staff at the event. ­ Suggested recognizing retired Interim Police Chief Cheryl Moody at the event. Also suggested as a potential keynote speaker for the event. • The ad hoc will meet to work out details and submit the event proposal to staff by October.

October 2022:
• The ad hoc committee reported that the HerStory event is scheduled for Wednesday March 8 at All Saints Church. The event will be in person and the committee submitted the initial event proposal to Staff (Bell) for review and approval.
• The Commission discussed and offered suggestions for potential panelists for the event:
­ Congresswoman Judy Chu, 27th District
­ Pasadena Police Lieutenant, Marcia Taglioretti and Lieutenant, Monica Cueller
­ Dr. Juanita Watts (Kaiser Permanente Hospital - Women’s Health Committee)
­ Pasadena Fire Department staff
­ Dr. Lucy Jones (also as a possible panel moderator)
­ Representative from the League of Women Voters
• Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz recommended that the ad hoc committee contact the community partners from the 2022 event for their input on planning the event.

November 2022:
• No update provided

December 2022:
• Chair Lacey stated that the ad hoc committee was actively contacting potential panelists for the HerStory event and announced that Laura Farber, past President of the Tournament of Roses, has been confirmed as a speaker.

January 2023:
• Chair Lacey proposed postponing the HerStory event from the March 23 to a future date in June due to a lack of confirmed speakers. • The Commission discussed other ideas for the Commission to recognize Women’s History Month, including:
o Create a social event, called HerStory Celebrating Women. o Attend one of the Coffee Connect activities for Older Adults in March at the Jackie Robinson Community Center (JRCC).
o Create a Women’s History Month bulletin board at JRCC. o Partner with the Octavia Book Shop, a new woman owned, independent bookstore in Pasadena for an event or service project.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 11 • Commissioner Morgan Sandoz stated the importance of having an event or activity during Women’s History Month in March and keeping the HerStory event name for continuity. February 2023:
• Chair Lacey provided information about the Mount St. Mary’s University Report on the Status of Women and Girls in California event “Advancing Equity, Leading with Meaning and Purpose” on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 9:00 A.M – Noon, at the Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles. Chair Lacey requested the Commission contact her for more information if they are interested in attending the event.
• Chair Lacey reported Vice Mayor Felicia Williams is planning two events in March to recognize Women’s History Month and stated the Commission has the opportunity to become a co-sponsor, in name only, for one of the events. o Chair Lacey requested consideration of the following motion:

The Commission has requested to co-sponsor, in name only, a women’s self-defense class hosted by Vice Mayor Felicia Williams, date and location to be determined.

After discussion, it was moved (Harrington Roggero) and seconded (Montgomery) to approve the motion as stated. (Motion unanimously carried)

In Favor: Lacey, Montgomery, Thompson, Harrington Roggero

Absent: Rodriguez, Morgan-Sandoz

March 2023:
• Chair Lacey reported that Vice Chair Rodriguez, Staff (Bell), and herself attended the City Council meeting on Monday, February 27 to accept the Proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month.
• Chair Lacey announced the Women’s Self-Defense Class hosted by Vice Mayor Felicia Williams is on Saturday, March 18, from 9:00 – 11:00 A.M. at McDonald Park. She stated Vice Mayor Williams has requested volunteers to assist with the event and encouraged the Commission to invite family, friends, and co-workers. The event flyer will be sent to the Commission with more information.
• Chair Lacey announced she received two complimentary tickets for the Mount St. Mary’s University Report on the Status of Women and Girls in California event “Advancing Equity, Leading with Meaning and Purpose” on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 9:00 A.M – Noon, at the Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles and requested the Commission contact her if they are available to attend the event.

April 2023:
• Meeting cancelled

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 12 May 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items complete for FY 2022-2023:
o Requesting the Mayor and City Council issue a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Organizing Herstory 2023, including requesting in-kind donations from the community and support from the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department as needed.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items are ongoing:
o Celebrate Women’s History Month with community events that engage diverse attendees, including:
▪ Encourage more women to run for elected office at the local level by inviting speakers to address the topic during Herstory 2023. (Recommendation #5)
o 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.

Status: Completed

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 13 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Outreach, Awareness, and Collaboration with the Pasadena Community

Commissioners: Harrington Roggero (Lead), Morgan-Sandoz

Action Items:
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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.
• Ongoing - 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:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee requested that the Commission discuss the following Action Item at the Commission meeting on October 5 to provide more direction for the ad hoc committee: 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. • Chair Lacey announced that the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Business and Economic Summit on October 13 at the University Club that will include information about equitable access in the local business community. More information can be found on the Chamber of Commerce website.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 14 • The ad hoc committee will follow up to confirm if there is a fee for the Commission to table at the YWCA Racial Justice Breakfast on October 11 and provide the information at the next Commission meeting.

October 2022:
• Staff (Bell) reported the request to present to the City Council regarding the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena has been submitted to the City Clerk. An update will be provided at the November meeting. • The Commission discussed the action items for the objective and recommended that the ad hoc committee contact a local Human Resource Association about a presentation regarding the issue of equitable access for women in hiring and promotional opportunities.

November 2022:
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero attended the YWCA Racial Justice Breakfast on October 11 and commented that the event was well attended. She also reported that she confirmed the availability of the Mt. St. Mary’s University staff to assist with the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena when scheduled.
• Staff (Bell) reported that the Commission has been approved to present the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena to the Legislative Policy Committee. An update will be provided at the December meeting regarding the proposed presentation date.

December 2022:
• Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz requested Staff (Bell) contact the Mayor’s office regarding the proclamations that acknowledge Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Denim Day.

January 2023:
• Staff (Bell) reported the City Council will make proclamations recognizing Women’s History Month at the February 27 meeting and Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Denim Day at the April 24 meeting. • Chair Lacey and Staff (Bell) will attend the meetings to speak on behalf of the Commission and accept the proclamations.
• Staff (Bell) stated the Legislative Policy Committee requested the Commission request dates in either February or March for the presentation of the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena, and she will submit the request to the staff of the Committee. Commissioner Morgan-Sandoz will contact Mount Saint Mary’s University to request their availability.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 15 February 2023:
• Staff (Bell) informed the Commission that the Legislative Policy Committee meetings are scheduled for the 4th Tuesday of the month. She requested the Commission contact her as soon as possible to confirm their availability to attend an upcoming meeting for the Committee to present the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena and she will request the item be placed on the Committees’ agenda.
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported the ad hoc committee will work on a strategy to provide the data from the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena to identified stakeholders and community partners. • The Commission discussed ideas to bring additional awareness to Denim Day in Pasadena and volunteered to contact local organizations including Peace Over Violence, Glendale-Pasadena YWCA, and Planned Parenthood, to identify possible opportunities for collaboration.

March 2023:
• The ad hoc committee reported they contacted Planned Parenthood, Glendale- Pasadena YWCA, and Peace Over Violence to inquire about activities and events they have planned for Denim Day in Pasadena. They reported the organizations did not have any events or activities scheduled at this time. • Staff (Bell) informed the Commission they are scheduled to receive the proclamations recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Denim Day at the City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, April 24.

April 2023:
• Meeting cancelled

May 2023:
• Chair Lacey reported that Vice Chair Rodriguez, Staff (Bell), and herself attended the City Council meeting on Monday, April 24 to accept the Proclamation declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and Denim Day on Wednesday, April 27, 2023.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items complete for FY 2022-2023:
o 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.
o 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 Pasadena-Glendale Racial Justice Breakfast, Southern California Women’s Health Conference, and League of Women Voters activities. o Develop a plan to share/disseminate the 2021 Report on the Status of Women in Pasadena with identified stakeholders and partners.

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 16 ▪ 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. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item is ongoing for FY 2022-2023:
o 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)

Status: Completed

CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 17 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 – Lacey
12th – Lacey
19th – Cancelled
26th – Cancelled

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

February 2023:
6th – Morgan - Sandoz
13th – Cancelled
20th – Cancelled
27th – Morgan - Sandoz

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

April 2023:
3rd – Montgomery
10th – Cancelled
17th – Montgomery
24th – Montgomery

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

June 2023:
5th – Harrington Roggero
12th – Harrington Roggero
19th – Cancelled
26th – Cancelled

CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 18 Commission on the Status of Women
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To be scheduled:
• Presentation regarding Domestic and Family Violence – Presenter TBD (Harrington Roggero)

July 2022:
• Presentation regarding the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) - Nancy Bremeau, (ACCW Board Secretary)

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

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 – Diana Trejo, (Homeless Programs Coordinator, Housing Department) and Anna Jacobsen, (Consultant, CityWise)

November 2022
• Presentation from the City of Pasadena Department of Housing - Anne Lansing, (Housing Assistance Officer) and Jim Wong, (Senior Project Manager)

December 2022
• No presentation

January 2023
• Presentation from Pasadena 100 regarding environmental issues affecting women – Cynthia Cannady, (Chair, Pasadena 100)

February 2023
• Presentation from Department of Housing regarding the Homelessness Plan Update: Draft Goals and Strategies – Jennifer O’Reilly Jones, (Homeless Programs Coordinator) and Anna Jacobsen,(Consultant, CityWise)

March 2023
• Presentation from the Public Health Department regarding maternal and child health – Stella Clingmon, (Program Coordinator, Public Health Department)

April 2023
• Meeting cancelled

CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 19 May 2023
• Presentation from CAST LA (Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking, Los Angeles) regarding human trafficking and its impact on women – Amy Nguyen, (Director of Empowerment)

May 31, 2023 - Annual Meeting

(updated May 31, 2023)

CSW Meeting Attendance Record FY 2022-2023. Approved May 31, 2023. 20 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2022-2023

COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2022 - June 2023

MEMBERS
07/06/22 REGULAR08/03/22 REGULAR09/07/22 REGULAR10/05/22 REGULAR11/02/22 REGULAR12/07/22 REGULAR01/04/23 REGULAR02/01/23 REGULAR03/01/23 REGULAR04/05/23 REGULAR05/03/23 REGULAR05/31/23 SPECIAL06/07/23 REGULAR TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

CHARLOTTE LACEY
(District 7) P NQ P P P P P P P NQ P P XX 10 100.00%

VANESSA RODRIGUEZ
(District 5) P NQ P P P P P A P NQ P P XX 9 90.00%

BEVERLEY MORGAN-SANDOZ
(District 1) P NQ P P P P P A P NQ A A XX 7 70.00%

LORRAINE MONTGOMERY
(District 2) P NQ A P P P P P P NQ P P XX 9 90.00%

VALINDA BOWENS
(District 3) P NQ P A A 2 50.00%

JILL THOMPSON
(District 3) P P NQ P A XX 3 75.00%

SANDRA LINDOERFER
(District 4) U NQ 0 0.00%

MARY URTECHO-GARCIA
(District 4) P P XX 2 100.00%

MAURA HARRINGTON ROGGERO
(District 6) P NQ P P P A P P A NQ A P XX 7 70.00%
VACANT (Mayor) 0 0.00%
VACANT (At Large) 0 0.00%
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 10

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 21
City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Work Plan: 07/05/2023 – 06/05/2024

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 2023-2024 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re:Objective #1: Advise City Council
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2: Empower Women
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3: Empower Girls

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 22
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise City Council

Objective Purpose: Advise City Council on public policy supporting women’s issues

Commissioners: Harrington Roggero (lead), Rodriquez, Lacey

Action Items:
• Drive awareness about women’s issues using data points via social media. • Develop content calendar with input from the City Public Information Officer. • Sponsor citywide Women’s History Month events in conjunction with City Council, i.e., movies in the park, yoga in the park, shop women owned businesses.
• Monitor City Council meetings for agenda items relevant to the work of the Commission by reviewing the agendas for upcoming meetings, reading the meeting minutes, attending the scheduled meetings, or listening to the meeting recordings.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• The Commission added the following action item:
o Monitor City Council meetings for agenda items relevant to the work of the Commission by reviewing the agendas for upcoming meetings, reading the meeting minutes, attending the scheduled meetings, or listening to the meeting recordings.
• The Commissioners signed up to monitor the scheduled City Council meetings from July – September 2023.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported on the City Council meetings held on Monday, July 10 and Monday, July 17 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Allen reported she attended a breakfast on Saturday, July 29 for District 2 commissioners.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item be moved to Objective #2:
o Sponsor citywide Women’s History Month events in conjunction with City Council, i.e., movies in the park, yoga in the park, shop women owned businesses.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the Commission receive a presentation from the City of Pasadena Public Information Officer to provide information on how the Commission can utilize social media to increase awareness of women’s issues.

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 23
• The Commissioners signed up to monitor the City Council meetings from October 2023 – January 2024.

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 24
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Empower Women

Objective Purpose: Provide opportunities for women’s empowerment

Commissioners: Lacey (lead), Allen, Harrington Roggero

Action Items:
• Invite third party subject matter experts to educate the Commission and community members on current events affecting women.
• Develop and manage annual Herstory event, save the date March 7, 2024.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• No update provided

August 2023:
• Chair Lacey reported that Sweetland Hall at All Saints Church is reserved for Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. for the Herstory 2024 event. • The Commission discussed Herstory 2024 and suggested the following potential themes for the event:
o Women in Politics including the barriers to running for office o How women can engage in the political process
o Women in traditional male dominated professions such as technology, law, medicine, and politics
o Women in STEM
o Day of sharing Herstory creatively for adults, teens, and children • Chair Lacey appointed Commissioners Allen and Harrington Roggero to the Empower Women ad hoc committee.

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 25
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Empower Girls

Objective Purpose: Offer support to help girl’s achieve success

Commissioners: Urtecho-Garcia (lead), Dhanifu, Lacey

Action Items:
• Partner with local organizations to host professional skills workshops. • Identify citywide young women focused programs to partner with and promote meaningful opportunities for growth.
• Reimagine the Survival Guide with the intentional engagement of young women and girls.
• Discontinued - Develop a brief survey to gauge the utilization of the Survival Guide and provide updates and comments.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero appointed Commissioner Allen to the Empower Girls ad hoc committee.
• The Commission added the following action items:
o Reimagine the Survival Guide with the intentional engagement of young women and girls.
o Develop a brief survey to gauge the utilization of the Survival Guide and provide updates and comments.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Urtecho-Garcia reported the ad hoc committee identified Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) and the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) as potential community partners to host workshops for teen girls.
• The Commission determined the following action item should be discontinued:
o Develop a brief survey to gauge the utilization of the Survival Guide and provide updates and comments.
• Chair Lacey removed Commissioner Allen, at her request, from the Empower Girls ad hoc committee.
• Chair Lacey appointed Commissioner Dhanifu to the Empower Girls ad hoc committee.

Status:

CSW Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 5, 2023. 26
Commissioner Sign-Up to Observe City Council Meetings

July 2023:
3rd – Cancelled
10th – Harrington Roggero
17th – Harrington Roggero
24th – Cancelled
31st – Harrington Roggero

August 2023:
7th – Cancelled
14th – Cancelled
21st – Allen
28th – Allen

September 2023:
4th – Cancelled
11th – Urtecho-Garcia
18th – Urtecho-Garcia
25th – Cancelled

October 2023:
2nd –
9th – Cancelled
16th –
23rd – Dhanifu
30th – Dhanifu

November 2023:
6th – Thompson
13th – Thompson
20th – Thompson
27th – Cancelled

December 2023:
4th – Rodriguez
11th – Rodriguez
18th – Cancelled
25th – Cancelled

January 2024:
1st – Cancelled
8th – Lacey
15th – Lacey
22nd – Lacey
29th – Lacey

February 2024:
5th –
12th –
19th –
26th –

March 2024:
4th –
11th –
18th –
25th –

April 2024:
1st –
8th –
15th –
22nd –
29th -

May 2024:
6th –
13th –
20th –
27th –
29th –

June 2024:
3rd –
10th –
17th –
24th –

CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved July 5, 2023. 27 Commission on the Status of Women
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
To be scheduled:

July 2023:
• No presentation

August 2023:
• No presentation

September 2023
• Presentation from Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer, City of Pasadena regarding how the Commission can utilize social media to increase awareness of women’s issues.

October 2023
• (tentative) Presentation regarding Domestic and Family Violence – Presenter TBD (Lacey)

November 2023
•

December 2023
•

January 2024
•

February 2024
•

March 2024
•

April 2024
•

May 2024
•

June 2024 - Annual Meeting

(updated August 2, 2023)

INFORMATION ITEMS

4. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

c. Environmental Advisory Commission

Agenda Report
August 8, 2023
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION CHAIR
SUBJECT: ANNUAL REPORT: JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023 AND WORK PLAN: JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024
RECOMMENDATION:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached is the following:
• Annual Report of Accomplishments For July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023; • Proposed Work Plan for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024; and • Report of Commission Attendance for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.

The Environmental Advisory Commission discussed the Annual Report at its regular meeting on August 8, 2023. The Commission reviewed its accomplishments for the past year, and formulated its Work Plan items for the coming year.

David Cutter, Chair
Environmental Advisory Commission
MEETING OF _____ _ AGENDA ITEM NO. ____ _

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan FY2023
August 8, 2022

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS: JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023 AND WORK PLAN: JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024

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”) 2023. 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 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. Justin Jones resigned from the EAC in October 2022, and on December 13, 2022, the Commission elected David Cutter as Chair, and Nicole Cobleigh 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. This changed as of January 10, 2023, where the EAC resumed In- person meetings in the Hale Building Hearing Room. Over this past fiscal year, the Commission met 13 times, including one special meeting. Please see Attachment B for the FY 2023 Attendance Record of each Commissioner.

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan FY2023
August 8, 2022

ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS – 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 Climate Action Plan implementation.

STATUS: ON-GOING
The Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition gave an introduct ion to the E AC on their AAA Pasadena Greenways Resolution, an effort to bring safety to the cycling communities on March 14, 2023. This led to a full presentation by Blair Miller on this project on April 11, 2023, where several community speakers and cyclists attended to support this Resolution. The EAC Commissioners began drafting and finalized thei r memorandum in support of the Greenways Res olution on May 9, 2023 and sent it to Council for review.

The EAC requested a n update from PWP in regards to the E -Mobility Pro gram Update. Evan Johnson f rom PWP gave a presentation involving the education of transportation electrification, cha rging stat ion projects in the works , updates on the emissions by sector, and commer cial/residential Electric Ve hicle/bike rebate programs offered. The EA C continues to be in support of eco- friendly means of travel.

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 John Hormozi of Pasadena Water and Power (“PWP”) regarding the status of the Power Integrated Resources Plan (“IRP”) on January 10, 2023, March 14, 2023, and May 9, 2023. John Hormozi and Staff from PWP’s Power Supply division updated the EAC on the history of the Plan and the legislative and regulatory requirements PWP has to follow. This included the IRP progress, development, multiple scenarios and sensitivity tests. The Stakeholder Technical Advisory Group’s purpose was well defined throughout this meeting and the proposed scenarios were addressed.

Th
e EAC is represented on the Power Integrated Resource Plan Stakeholder Ad Hoc Committee by Chair David Cutter as of December 13, 2022.

Following ongoing community concerns, the EAC Commissioners began drafting a memorandum in regard to the Electrification Building Ordinance. During the February 14, 2023 meeting, the EAC Commissioners had a discussion reviewing the current draft, collaborating on ways to improve the memorandum for a clearer message. On May March 14, 2023, the EAC Commissioners finalized their memo

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan FY2023
August 8, 2022

in support of the Electrification Building Ordinance and sent it to Council for review.

The EAC finalized a Memorandum during a Special Meeting on January 18, 2023, recommending the Council adopt the Resolution drafted by the Pasadena 100 coalition with the goal of The City providing 100% of its electricity from carbon free sources by 2030. With the backing of multiple Pasadena groups and community members, the EAC passed a motion supporting the Resolution on Pasadena’s 2030 Renewable Energy Target, sending this memo to Council for review.

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 Ad Hoc Committee, represented by Commissioner Sheehan as of December 13, 2022.

Stacie Takeguchi & Natalie Ouwersloot from Water Supply gave a Pasadena Drought and Water Supply Update on January 10, 2023. On April 11, 2023, the EAC Commissioners updated each other and shared their concerns regarding the storage issues with the Raymond Basin after a recent rainy season. EAC requested a follow up from the Water Division in PWP for updates. Stacie Takeguchi & Natalie Ouwersloot from Water Supply gave a well detailed update on June 13, 2023 on the status of PWPs water supply portfolio, the city conditions after a record winter season, and plans in relation to the drought levels.

The EAC asked Tim Brick from the Arroyo Seco Foundation to give a presentation on the Streamflow Enhancement Program for the Arroyo Seco (SEAS). The EAC Commissioners were in support of their plan to remove impediments for fish to safely pass through the Arroyo Seco.

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 meet ing on March 14, 2023, Gabriel Silva and Thanos Gauthier from Public Works (“PW”) gave a presentation on Solid Waste Reduction and their current community composting hubs that have been installed at local parks throughout Pasadena as well as sharing personal residential backyard composting options.

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan FY2023
August 8, 2022

5. Urban Greening
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #5 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
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 2023, the EAC was represented on the Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee (“HWPAC”) by Commissioner York.

City Staff did not make any presentations to the EAC specifically relating to Urban Greening projects during the fiscal year 2023.

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

STATUS: ON-GOING
Following the passing of the ordinance banning the use of gas-powered leaf blowers by City Council in FY22, the EAC made a motion on October 11, 2022 to remove the Landscape Equipment Ad Hoc Committee.

On October 11, 2022, the EAC made an agreement amongst each other to keep all related topics in-line with the Climate Action Plan projects from here on out. The EAC is represented on Climate Action Plan Response Ad Hoc Committee by Iesha Siler as of December 13, 2022.

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

WORK PLAN – JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024

1. Sustainable Mobility and Land Use
a. M onitor 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.

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

6. Adaptation and Climate Change Readiness
a. Review the Climate Action Plan’s Adaptation Strategies. b. Review the greenhouse gas inventory report and Climate Action Plan updates from the Pasadena Department of Water and Power.
c. Engagement with the Department of Public Heath as it relates to the Climate Action Plan.

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

ATTACHMENT A

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION ROSTER
FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023

July 2022 – August 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
Vacant District 6
Vacant At Large

August 2022 – November 2022

MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair Justin Jones District 1
Vice Chair David Cutter District 3
Nicole Cobleigh Mayor
Suzanne York District 2
Julie Vallante District 4
Iesha Siler District 5
Jonathan Levy District 7
Vacant District 6
Vacant At Large

November 2022 - January 2023

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

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

January 2023 - March 2023

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

March 2023 - June 2023

MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Vice Chair Nicole Cobleigh Mayor
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Julie Vallante District 4
Iesha Siler District 5
Daniel Sheehan District 6
Jonathan Levy District 7
Vacant At Large

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION 2022-2023

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

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

Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee
EAC Representative – Suzanne York

Landscape Equipment Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Nicole Cobleigh

Power Integrated Resource Plan Stakeholder Ad Hoc Committee EAC Representative Jones, David Cutter

Water Ad Hoc Committee
EAC Representative Jones, Daniel Sheehan

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

Waste Management Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Jonathan Levy

EAC Chair/Vice Chair Election Ad hoc Committee
EAC Representative – Iesha Siler, Daniel Sheehan

EAC Annual Report FY2022 and Work Plan
FY2024 August 8, 2023

ATTACHMENT B

Environmental Advisory Commission
July 2022 - June 2023

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
07/12/22
REG
08/09/22
REG
09/13/22
REG
10/11/22
REG
11/08/22
REG
12/13/22
REG
1/10/23
REG
1/18/23SPEC2/14/23
REG
3/14/23
REG
4/11/23
REG5/9/23REG
6/13/23
REG
TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

NICOLE COBLEIGH
(MAYOR) A A XX P A P P P P A A P P 7 58%

JUSTIN JONES
(DISTRICT 1) P P XX A 2 67%

SUZANNE YORK
(DISTRICT 2) P P XX A P A P P P P P A A 8 67%

DAVID CUTTER
(DISTRICT 3) P P XX P P P P P P P P P P 12 100%

JULIE VALLANTE
(DISTRICT 4) A P XX P P P A A P P P P P 9 75%

IESHA SILER
(DISTRICT 5) P P XX P P P A P P P A P P 10 83%

DANIEL SHEEHAN
(DISTRICT 6) P P P P P P P P P P 10 100%

JONATHAN LEVY
(DISTRICT 7) P P XX P P P P P P P A A P 10 83%

LAUREN SIEGEL
(DISTRICT 1) P P P A 3 75%
VACANT

INFORMATION ITEMS

4. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

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, 2023

TO: City Council

FROM: Human Relations Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2022 through June 2023 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

• Report of Accomplishments for July 12, 2022, through June 20, 2023 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 5, 2022, through June 20, 2023 • Work Plan for July 25, 2023, through June 11, 2024

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Human Relations Commission at our special meetings on June 20, 2023, and July 25, 2023.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Greenstein, Chair
Human Relations Commission

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 1 City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 07/12/2022 – 06/20/2023

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 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Inform and Engage the Public Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Collaborations with Private Persons and Groups
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 2 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council

Purpose: 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:
• Completed - 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. • Completed - Attend Council District meetings to share the progress of Commission-related activities as needed.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - Render a recommendation to City Council on the removal of official portraits and plaques that honor historical organizers of “campaigns of racial segregation.”

Work Plan Updates:

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

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee is working on a possible recommendation from the Commission to the City Council for the City of Pasadena to support the Los Angeles County United against Hate Week occurring in November 2022. • The ad hoc committee requested to have a presentation from the Pasadena Police Dept. about hate crimes and incidents of hate that occur in Pasadena, including the procedures for citizens to report hate crimes and incidents of hate.

October 2022:
• Commissioner Robertson gave an oral presentation regarding the research she received to support the recommendation for the removal of portraits or plaques at City facilities of individuals involved in campaigns of racial segregation.

Commissioner Robertson informed the Commission that she will send the information to Staff (Davidson) via email and requested Staff (Davidson) to share the information with the Commission for review.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 3 • Commissioner Robertson requested that the Commission consider the recommendation to the City Council for the removal of portraits or plaques at City facilities of individuals involved in campaigns of racial segregation at the next regular meeting of the Commission scheduled for December 6, 2022. • Commissioner Robertson will submit a draft of the recommendation to Staff (Davidson) for review prior to submitting the document to the Commission for review and approval.

November 2022:
• No update due to regular meeting cancellation.

December 2022:
• Commissioner Robertson reported that she provided an update to Councilmember Hampton about the work of the Commission and shared that the Councilmember has been involved in several holiday events in the community during November and December.

January 2023:
• The ad hoc committee reported they will meet to draft the recommendation to City Council on the removal of official portraits and plaques that honor historical organizers of campaigns of racial segregation and submit the document to Staff (Davidson) for approval. The ad hoc committee requested the approval of the recommendation by the Commission be added to the agenda for the meeting scheduled for February 7.
• The ad hoc committee reported they will meet to draft the recommendation to City Council to consider adopting a hate incident reporting systems such as 211 LA and submit the document to Staff (Davidson) for approval. The ad hoc committee requested the approval of the recommendation by the Commission be added to the agenda for the meeting scheduled for February 7. • The Commission reported on their contact with their Councilmember for the prior month as follows:
o Vice Chair Greenstein stated she was unable to attend the meeting for District 6 Commissioners held in December.
o Commissioner Horton stated he attended Councilmember Williams’ meeting for District 2 Commissioners held in December.
o Commissioner Gonzalez stated he spoke to District 3 Councilmember Justin Jones and provided an update on the work of the Commission. o Commissioner Keushkerian stated he attended the breakfast for Councilmember Masuda’s District 4 Commissioners held in December.

February 2023:
• The Commission approved the draft recommendation to the City Council to remove plaques and portraits at City facilities of individuals involved in campaigns of racial segregation.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 4 • The Commission approved the draft recommendation to the City Council to consider implementing the 211 LA hate incident reporting system for incidents of hate to aid the City in achieving better human relations. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o 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.
o Render a recommendation to City Council on the removal of official portraits and plaques that honor historical organizers of “campaigns of racial segregation.”
• The Commission reported on their contact with their Councilmember as follows:
o Commissioner Greenstein reported she is scheduled to meet with the Council Liaison for Councilmember Steve Madison on Tuesday, February 14 to discuss the work of the Commission.
o Commissioner Gonzalez reported he attended the District 3 Commissioner meeting on Thursday, January 12.
o Commissioner Robertson reported she contacts Councilmember Hampton regularly to provide an update on the work of the Commission.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Lamar informed the Commission the resolutions to City Council that were approved at the February meeting need to be revised as a recommendation to City Council and formatted as a letter from the Commission. The revised documents will be reviewed and approved by the Commission at the April 4 meeting.
• The Commission reported on their contact with their Councilmember as follows:
o Commissioner Young met with Councilmember Jessica Rivas on Thursday, February 16 to discuss the pending recommendations to City Council and the work of the Commission.
o Vice Chair Greenstein met with Justin Chapman, Council Liaison for Councilmember Steve Madison, on Wednesday, February 15 to discuss the pending recommendations to City Council and the work of the commission. o Commissioner Robertson spoke with Councilmember Tyron Hampton to discuss the pending recommendations to City Council and the work of the Commission.
o Commissioner Gonzalez spoke with Councilmember Justin Jones on February 18 about the work of the Commission.

April 2023:
• Vice Chair Greenstein reported the revised recommendations to City Council to consider adopting hate incident reporting systems such as 2-1-1 to aid the City in achieving better human relations and the removal of official portraits and plaques that honor historical organizers of “campaigns of racial segregation” were submitted to Staff (Bell) in March.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 5 • Staff (Bell) stated the letters of recommendation were approved by Staff (Osborne) and submitted to the City Clerk. She will update the Commission regarding the status of the recommendations at the May 2 meeting.

May 2023:
• Staff (Bell) reported she confirmed the letters of recommendation were submitted to the City Council and the City Clerk’s Office has not received any comments or questions regarding the letters. She recommended the Commission contact their Councilmember for follow up.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o 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. o Attend Council District meetings to share the progress of Commission related activities as needed.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 6 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Inform and Engage the Public

Purpose: 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:
• Discontinued - Establish a Human Relations Commission Youth Focus Group to promote youth leadership in addressing human relations concerns impacting City youth.
• Completed - Co-host a public event to educate the public on promoting fair treatment and opportunity, good will and unity in Pasadena. • Ongoing - Co-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:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will continue the discussion about the involvement of the Commission in the United against Hate Week including the possibility of hosting a public forum with a panel presentation.

October 2022:
• The Commission voted to cancel their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 1, 2022, and schedule a special meeting for Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 5:30 P.M. in support of United against Hate Week. • The Commission recommended that the meeting agenda include a panel presentation and poetry reading around the topic of “United against Hate” The Commission agreed to create a list of questions for the panel presentation. The Commission will submit questions to Staff (Davidson) for review and approval prior to the meeting.
• The Commission discussed potential panelists and poets for the meeting and will follow up with Staff (Davidson) with the contact information. • The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Davidson) verify the approval process to promote the meeting on the United against Hate webpage. Commissioner Young will provide the information to Staff (Davidson) for follow up.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 7 November 2022:
• The Commission organized and will host the “Pasadena United Against Hate” event on November 15, 2022, at the Western Justice Center to discuss educating the public on promoting fair treatment and opportunity, good will and unity in Pasadena.

December 2022:
• Commissioner Young reported on the “Pasadena United Against Hate” event held on November 15, 2022, at the Maxwell House that included panelists from the Western Justice Center, Pasadena Police Department, Day One and Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission. Approximately15 – 20 community members attended the event. The panelists answered questions submitted by the Commission.

January 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Co-host a public event to educate the public on promoting fair treatment and opportunity, good will and unity in Pasadena.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Establish a Human Relations Commission Youth Focus Group to promote youth leadership in addressing human relations concerns impacting City youth.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item is ongoing:
o Host a public event to educate the public about the Mills Place or other historical events that have negatively impacted good will and human relations in Pasadena.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Horton recommended changing the word host to co-host for the following action item:
o 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.
o The corrected action item is as follows: Co-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.

March 2023:
• No update provided

April 2023:
• No update provided

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 8 May 2023:
• No update provided

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 9 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Collaborations with Private Persons and Groups

Purpose: 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, Gonzalez

Action Items:
• Completed - Create a presentation calendar for FY 2022-2023 to better engage community organizations towards achieving Human Relations Commission action items.
• Completed - Collaborate with Western Justice Center.
• Completed - Collaborate with Martin Luther King Community Coalition. • Collaborate with the City of Pasadena Public Information Office:
o Discontinued - To improve City Council members’ social media presence and increase two-way engagement via these platforms.
o Ongoing - To address misinformation and disinformation in the community.
• Ongoing - 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:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and determine additional action items for the objective, if needed.

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will discuss ideas for collaboration with the Western Justice Center during the United against Hate Week and/or with the programs provided by the Western Justice Center.
• Chair Lamar contacted Day One about a possible presentation at the October meeting about their violence prevention programs for youth. • Chair Lamar appointed Commissioner Gonzalez to replace himself on the Collaborations with Private Persons and Groups ad hoc committee.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 10 October 2022:
• The Commission received a presentation from Vincent Bryant, Managing Director for the Mentoring & Partnership for Youth Development (MPYD) organization. Mr. Bryant shared information about the mission of the organization and the programs offered to youth at John Muir High School.

The Commission discussed possible ideas for collaboration with MPYD to identify human relations issues affecting youth in Pasadena. • Chair Lamar requested Commissioner Robertson to contact the Martin Luther King Community Coalition about their events in January 2023.

November 2022:
• No update due to regular meeting cancellation.

December 2022:
• Commissioner Young reported on the collaboration with the Western Justice Center, Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission “LA vs Hate” program and the City of Pasadena Public Information Office to promote the “Pasadena United Against Hate” event held on November 15, 2022, at the Maxwell House.
• Chair Lamar stated that the “Pasadena United Against Hate” event provided a resource table that displayed information about programs and services to assist the community with reporting hate crimes and incidents of hate. • The Commission received a presentation from Dr. Jackie Jacobs and Dr. David Jacobs about the history of the Martin Luther King Community Coalition and possible ways the Commission can collaborate with the organization for the “Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration” event scheduled for Monday, January 16, 2023, including volunteering on the day of the event, judging the Annual Essay and Art Contest entries, and assisting with event planning and fundraising. • Commissioner Robertson will follow up with the Martin Luther King Community Coalition to get information about the timeline for the Annual Essay and Art Contest and provide an update to the Commission in January. • Chair Lamar and Commissioners Robertson and Horton volunteered to join the Annual Essay and Art Contest Judging Committee.
• Commissioner Horton reported that he is tentatively scheduled to make a presentation to the Mentoring & Partnership for Youth Development (MPYD) participants on Thursday, December 8 about the work and purpose of the Commission.

January 2023:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Create a presentation calendar for FY 2022-2023 to better engage community organizations towards achieving Human Relations Commission action items.
o Collaborate with Western Justice Center.
o Collaborate with Martin Luther King Community Coalition:

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 11 • Staff (Davidson) distributed copies of the flyer to the Commission for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration event scheduled for Monday, January 16, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Eliot Arts Magnet School in Altadena. Chair Lamar encouraged the Commission to support the MLK Community Coalition by attending the event.
• Commissioner Horton reported that he presented to youth participants in the Mentoring & Partnership for Youth Development (MPYD) program at John Muir High School on Thursday, December 8, regarding civic and community involvement.
• Chair Lamar reported he will schedule a presentation from Day One regarding human relations concerns impacting youth.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action items be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Collaborate with the City of Pasadena Public Information Office:
▪ To improve City Council members’ social media presence and increase two-way engagement via these platforms
▪ To address misinformation and disinformation in the community.

February 2023:
• Commissioner Horton requested the following action item corrected as follows:
o Collaborate with the City of Pasadena Public Information Office:
▪ Discontinued - To improve City Council members’ social media presence and increase two-way engagement via these platforms. ▪ To address misinformation and disinformation in the community. • The Commission received a presentation from Christy Zamani, Executive Director for Day One. Mrs. Zamani shared information about the youth support programs and efforts provided by the agency.
• Commissioner Horton shared the importance of addressing misinformation and disinformation in the community regarding elections and election results. He proposed the Commission make a recommendation to City Council about possible ways to address the issue prior to the next election. • Chair Lamar requested the ad hoc committee research the issue of election misinformation and discuss a possible recommendation to City Council to present to the Commission at a future meeting.
• Commissioner Horton suggested the Commission schedule a presentation from the Los Angeles County Registrar regarding the new voting laws.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Young reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, February 23, and discussed the issue of election misinformation. The ad hoc committee created a candidate pledge and will present it to the Commission for review at the April 4 meeting.
• Commissioner Horton requested Staff (Davidson) contact the City Clerk to verify the documents required from candidates running for office in Pasadena.

Commissioner Young stated the ad hoc committee also discussed the issue of misinformation that is affecting transgender youth and suggested the

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 12 Commission schedules a presentation from the Kaiser Family Foundation or The Laurel Foundation to assist the Commission in learning more about the issue.

April 2023:
• Commissioner Horton reported he sent the draft candidate pledge document to Staff (Bell) for review and the ad hoc committee is scheduled to meet with the City Clerk and Staff (Bell) during the week of April 10 to review the document. • Staff (Bell) announced a presentation from Kaiser Permanente Foundation regarding misinformation that is affecting transgender youth has been tentatively scheduled for the meeting on May 2.

May 2023:
• Commissioner Horton reported he met with Mark Jomsky, City Clerk and Staff (Bell) to discuss the draft candidate pledge document and was informed that the City currently has a document that includes similar language that is signed by candidates running for elected office in Pasadena. Mr. Jomsky offered to provide a copy of the document to the ad hoc committee to review. • Commissioner Young shared articles with statistics and information regarding issues affecting LBGTQ+ youth in preparation for the presentation from Joshua Gershick that is tentatively scheduled for July 2023.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action items are ongoing:
o To address misinformation and disinformation in the community. o Collaborate with local youth leaders and organizations to identify and bring attention to human relations issues and initiatives affecting youth.

June 2023
• No update provided

Status: Completed

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 13 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission

Purpose: To build the impact of Commission activities and our impact in our community through effective communication, follow-through, and accountability.

Commissioners: Greenstein, Robertson, Shirmohammadi

Action Items:
• Completed - Develop best practices for receiving hate crime notifications from the Pasadena Police Department.
• Completed - Identify and recommend best practices to follow up on past hate crimes.
• Completed - Identify and recommend best practices to handle PPD hate crime notifications.
• Completed - 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 Ongoing - Installation of a new plaque at Mills Place (City staff report). o Discontinued - Changes in City Council members’ applications of social media that communicate with constituents (individual Commissioners report).

Work Plan Updates:

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

August 2022:
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022:
• Commissioner Robertson reported that she reviewed the webpage of the Human Relations Commission for the City of Beverly Hills to learn about their meetings and work plan.
• Commissioner Robertson reported that she reviewed the work plans of other City of Pasadena Commissions and requested Staff (Davidson) to follow up to verify if there is a duplication of efforts by other Commissions to address the reporting of hate crimes and incidents of hate in Pasadena.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 14 • Staff (Davidson) informed the Commission that a vendor has been identified to create the Mills Place plaque and production will take four weeks.

Commissioners provided an update on their Councilmembers use of social media in communicating and engaging with their constituents. • Chair Lamar appointed Commissioner Shirmohammadi to the Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission ad hoc committee.

October 2022:
• The Commission received a presentation from Lieutenant Marcia Taglioretti about the Pasadena Police Department’s policies and procedures regarding hate crimes and incidents of hate.
• The Commission requested Staff (Davidson) to follow up with Lieutenant Taglioretti to obtain a copy of the brochure from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office that is distributed to victims of hate crimes by the Pasadena Police Department.
• Staff (Davidson) provided an update on the status of Mills Place plaque. He reported that he contacted the owner of the property on 33 W. Green Street, and she approved the installation of the Mills Place plaque. However, the owner stated that there are plans to rebuild in the future and recommended that the Commission wait until the new building is completed. Mr. Davidson followed up to request the owner provide a timeline for the construction. • Staff (Davidson) also reported he has not been able to contact the owner of the building at 30 W. Colorado Blvd., which is currently under construction. He will be following up with the staff from the Economic Development Department to get updated contact information for the owner of the building on Colorado Blvd.

November 2022:
• No update due to regular meeting cancellation.

December 2022:
• Staff (Davidson) provided an update on the status of the Mills Place plaques and informed the Commission that he has received approval of the installation of the new plaque from the owner of the building at 33 W. Green St. However, the owner of the building at 30 W. Colorado did not approve the installation of the plaque on the building so a free-standing plaque in the public right-of-way to be placed near that location will be considered.
• Staff (Davidson) reported on the response from Lieutenant Marcia Taglioretti to the questions from the Commission during her presentation at the October 4 meeting.

January 2023:
• The ad hoc committee will research the following action item to update the Commission at a future meeting: Develop best practices for receiving and handling hate crime notifications from the Pasadena Police Department.

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 15 • The ad hoc committee will discuss the following action item to update the Commission at a future meeting: Identify and recommend best practices to follow up on past hate crimes.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item be discontinued for FY 2022-2023:
o Changes in City Council members’ applications of social media that communicate with constituents.

February 2023:
• The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Davidson) contact the Pasadena Police Department to request the Commission receive data each month on the number of hate crimes and reported hate incidents in Pasadena.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Robertson requested Staff (Davidson) to verify if hate crimes or incidents of hate are included on the Pasadena Police Department’s monthly Community Brief in a separate statistical category or included in one of the statistical categories on the report.
• Staff (Davidson) reported the City has identified a vendor that is able to create and install the Mills Place plaques and will update the Commission on the progress of project at the April 4 meeting.

April 2023:
• The Commission received information from Lieutenant Carlo Montiglio (Pasadena Police Department) regarding hate crimes in Pasadena and about his position in the Community Relations Division.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Develop best practices for receiving hate crime notifications from the Pasadena Police Department.
o Identify and recommend best practices to follow up on past hate crimes. o Identify and recommend best practices to handle PPD hate crime notifications.
• Staff (Bell) reported the City is in the process of selecting a vendor to provide and install the Mills Place plaques and will update the Commission once the vendor is selected.

May 2023:
• Staff (Bell) reported the City is still in the process of selecting a vendor to purchase the Mills Place plaques due to the need to have a City engineer provide the specifications for installation to ensure the vendor is qualified to provide the service.
• The ad hoc committee determined the following action item is ongoing:
o Installation of a new plaque at Mills Place (City staff report).

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 16 • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Engage with City of Pasadena staff on work plan to avoid duplications of effort.
▪ Keep abreast of Human Relations Commissions in other
government entities.
▪ Follow activities of other City of Pasadena Commissions.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

HSC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 17 Human Relations Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To be scheduled:
• Presentation from LA 211 regarding hate incident reporting systems. • Presentation from the Los Angeles County Registrar regarding the new voting laws.
• Presentation from the City of Pasadena Public Information Officer regarding an update on City Councilmembers’ social media presence and engagement. • Presentation from LA Crime Stoppers regarding the services provided for Pasadena residents.
• Presentation regarding misinformation that affects transgender youth and promoting good will towards the transgender community – Joshua Gershick, transgender advocate

July 2022
• Presentation from L.A. County Human Relations Commission about Hate Incident Reporting in LA County – Theresa Villa-McDowell, (L.A. vs. Hate Program Coordinator)

August 2022
• Meeting cancelled

September 2022
• Presentation from the Western Justice Center to discuss collaboration on conflict resolution training - Elissa Barrett, (Executive Director)

October 2022
• Presentation from Pasadena Police Dept. regarding the reporting of hate crimes and incidents of hate in Pasadena – Lieutenant Marcia Taglioretti, (Public Information Officer)
• Presentation from Mentoring & Partnership for Youth Development regarding their programs for youth – Vincent Bryant, (Managing Director)

November 2022
• Meeting cancelled

December 2022
• Presentation from the Martin Luther King Community Coalition regarding collaboration for their event in January 2023 - Dr. Jackie Jacobs, (President and Co-Founder) and Dr. David Jacobs, (Board Member and Co-Founder)

January 2023
• No presentation

HSC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 18 February 2023
• Presentation from Day One - Youth Support Programs and Efforts - Christy Zamani, (Executive Director, Day One)

March 2023
• No presentation

April 2023
• Presentation from ChapCare regarding an update on services and programs provided in Pasadena – Magdalena Prado (Community Outreach Worker, ChapCare)

May 2023
• No presentation

June 2023: Annual Meeting – no update provided

(updated May 2, 2023)

HRC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2022-2023. Approved June 20, 2023. 19 City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2022-2023

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2022 - June 2023

MEMBERS
07/05/22 REGULAR07/12/22 SPECIAL08/02/22 REGULAR09/06/22 REGULAR10/04/22 REGULAR11/01/22 REGULAR12/06/22 REGULAR01/03/23 REGULAR01/10/23 SPECIAL02/07/23 REGULAR03/07/23 REGULAR04/04/23 REGULAR05/02/23 REGULAR06/06/23 REGULAR06/20/23 SPECIAL

TOTAL MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

BRANDON LAMAR
(Mayor) XX A NQ P P XX P XX P P P P P XX P 9 90.00%

SANDY GREENSTEIN
(District 6) XX P NQ P P XX A XX P P P P P XX P 9 90.00%

WILHELMINA ROBERTSON
(District 1) XX P NQ P P XX P XX A P P P P XX P 9 90.00%

JONATHAN HORTON
(District 2) XX P NQ P P XX P XX P P P P P XX P 10 100.00%

RENE GONZALEZ
(District 3) XX P NQ P P XX A XX P P P P A XX P 8 80.00%

KEVORK KEUSHKERIAN
(District 4) XX P NQ P P XX P XX P P P P P XX P 10 100.00%

KATIE YOUNG
(District 5) XX A NQ P P XX P XX P P P A P XX P 8 80.00%

RACHEL STONE
(District 7) P P XX 2 100.00%

HAMED SHIRMOHAMMADI
(At Large/District 4) XX A NQ P U XX P XX P U U A U XX U 3 30.00% LEGEND Total Meetings Held 10

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

HRC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 20
City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Work Plan: 07/25/2023 – 06/11/2024

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 2023-2024 Objectives:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Inform and Engage the Public Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Collaborations
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission

HRC Work Plan FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 21
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Council

Objective Purpose: 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 and among the diverse Pasadena community.

Commissioners: Greenstein (lead), Robertson

Action Items:
• Inform City Council on Human Relations issues of public, local, and national concern (both current and historic) in order to report discussion outcomes during Commission meetings.
• In conjunction with the Human Relations Commission existing United Against Hate Week efforts, partner with the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department and Library Information Services to request a proclamation from the City of Pasadena supporting Bullying Prevention Month in October 2023.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item include the dates for United Against Hate Week:
o Request proclamation from the City of Pasadena supporting United Against Hate Week.
• The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Osborne) request the proclamation supporting United Against Hate Week be presented at the City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, October 16. Commissioner Robertson agreed to create the draft proclamation for review by the Commission at the September meeting. • The Commission received information on how to engage and improve communication with the City Council during the presentation from Robin Toma, Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission.

August 2023:
• The ad hoc committee recommended a revision to the following action item:
o Request a proclamation from the City of Pasadena supporting United Against Hate Week scheduled for November 12 - 18, 2023. • The revised action item is as follows:
o In conjunction with the Human Relations Commission existing United Against Hate Week efforts, partner with the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department and Library Information Services to request a proclamation from the City of Pasadena supporting Bullying Prevention Month in October 2023.

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 22

• Staff (Osborne) shared a copy of City Council Resolution No 9831 condemning hate and xenophobic violence against all persons that was approved March 22, 2021, to assist the ad hoc committee in creating the proclamation in support of Bullying Prevention Month.

Status:

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 23

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Inform and Engage the Public

Objective Purpose: Provide public forums, panels, and programs to promote good will and better relations in our community.

Commissioners: Young (lead), Gonzalez, Greenstein

Action Items:
• Partner with a local agency or organization that spotlights trailblazers in human relations in the City of Pasadena.
• Plan and host an event as part of United Against Hate Week to raise awareness about the dangers of hate and the need for civil discourse among City residents. • Co-host a public event to educate the public about the events at Mills Place commemorate the installation of the updated plaques.
• Work to identify events in Pasadena’s history that have shaped and impacted Human Relations today in order to:
o Properly acknowledge their influence
o Educate the public
o Enrich future generations with our City’s cultural and historic values

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• The ad hoc committee recommended a revision to the following action item:
o Co-host a showcase that spotlights trailblazers in human relations within the City of Pasadena.
• The revised action item is as follows
o Partner with a local agency or organization that spotlights trailblazers in human relations within the City of Pasadena.
• Commissioner Robertson agreed to contact Caltech and Pasadena City College to schedule presentations for the Commission regarding their programs to recognize individuals, staff and organizations supporting equity and diversity. • The ad hoc committee recommended the Commission nominate a local human relations project or program for the John Anson Ford Human Relations Award presented by the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission. • Staff (Osborne) informed the Commission that the City is in the process of identifying a contractor that can create and install the Mills Place plaques and will inform the Commission once the process is completed.

August 2023:
• The Commission approved the selection of the California Institute of Technology’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program as their nominee for the John Anson Ford Human Relations Award presented by the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission.

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 24

• Staff (Osborne) reported the City received proposals from two vendors to create and install the Mills Place plaques and will provide an update at the Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023.

Status:

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 25

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Collaborations

Objective Purpose: Identify and bring attention to collaborations existing in the City of Pasadena to provide assistance to community leaders and groups and/or promote goodwill and better relations among all people.

Commissioners: Horton (lead), Gonzalez, Greenstein

Action Items:
• Invite speakers to populate the Presentation Calendar for FY 2023-2024. o Continue and expand the Commission’s collaboration with the Western Justice Center.
• Collaborate with local organizations in addressing mis- and disinformation in order to advise the City on best practices. Collaborations will focus on issues such as, but not limited to:
o LGBTQIA+ rights
o Local, state, and national elections.
• Collaborate with local leaders and organizations to identify and bring attention to human relations issues and initiatives affecting youth including but not limited to:
o The safety and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ youth.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Robin Toma (Executive Director, Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission) regarding the LA vs Hate program and the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission Strategic Priorities for 2023-2024.
• Commissioner Robertson agreed to contact Caltech and Pasadena City College to schedule a presentation for the Commission regarding their programs to recognize individuals, staff and organizations supporting equity and diversity. • Commissioner Young agreed to contact the Human Services Commission to discuss collaboration regarding their work addressing issues affecting LGBTQIA+ youth. Staff (Osborne) will provide the contact information for the lead Commissioner of the ad hoc committee for the Commission objective.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Robertson reported she confirmed the availability of Dr. Tashiana Bryant-Myrick, Director of Caltech Center for Inclusion and Diversity to make a presentation to the Commission at the regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 26

• Commissioner Horton reported the Human Services Commission is addressing issues related to LGBTQIA+ youth as part of their work plan for FY 2023-2024.

The ad hoc committee will follow up to determine the feasibility of collaborating with the Human Services Commission to avoid a duplication of efforts. • Commissioner Robertson reported that she, Commissioner Keushkerian, and Commissioner Gonzalez assisted at the commission table at Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Community Resource Fair and Block Party on Saturday, August 5, and shared information about the work of the Commission with the community.

Status:

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 27 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission

Objective Purpose: To build the impact of Commission activities in our community through effective communication, follow-through, and accountability.

Commissioners: Robertson (lead), Greenstein

Action Items:
• Conduct regular follow up of ongoing Commission activities, such as, but not limited to: Mills Place plaque installation, removal of portraits and plaques from City facilities and 211 LA hate incident reporting system. • Keep informed of the activities of Human Relations Commission in other government entities as well as other City of Pasadena commissions.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Robin Toma (Executive Director) regarding the Strategic Priorities for FY 2023-2024 of the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission.
• Commissioner Keushkerian reported he will attend the 74th Annual Conference for the International Association of Official Human Rights Agencies (IAOHRA) being held August 13 – 17, 2023, in Bethesda, Maryland and will provide a report on the conference to the Commission at the September meeting. • Staff (Osborne) reported she confirmed the Commission recommendation regarding the removal of portraits and plaques from City facilities if they recognize or honor historical organizers involved in campaigns for racial segregation and/or injustice against individuals or groups based on race, religion, national origin, sex or cultural background will be discussed at a future City Council meeting. She will notify the Commission of the meeting date once she receives confirmation that the item is on the meeting agenda.

August 2023:
• Staff (Osborne) reported the City received proposals from two vendors to create and install the Mills Place plaques and she will provide an update at the Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023.
• The Commission discussed the status of the Commission’s recommendation to the City Council regarding the adoption of the 211 LA hate incident reporting system and agreed to submit questions to Staff (Osborne) to send to the Pasadena Police Department for discussion during their presentation at the Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023.

HRC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 28 • Commissioner Robertson reported on an article that appeared in Pasadena Now on July 31, 2023, regarding Hahn and Hahn’s efforts in starting a dialogue with local groups adversely impacted by a decades-old hate campaign aimed at preventing people of color from buying property in Pasadena and recommended the Commission schedule a presentation from a representative from Hahn and Hahn regarding the outcome of their efforts.

Status:

HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 29 Human Relations Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024

To be scheduled:
• Presentation from LA Crime Stoppers regarding the services provided for Pasadena residents
• Presentation regarding misinformation that affects transgender youth and promoting good will towards the transgender community – Joshua Gershick, transgender advocate (Young)
• Presentation from Hahn and Hahn regarding their efforts to work with local groups adversely impacted by a decades-old hate campaign aimed at preventing people of color from buying property in Pasadena

July 2023
• Presentation from Robin Toma, Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission regarding the LA vs Hate program and the LA County Commission Strategic Priorities for 2023-2024.

August 2023
• No presentation

September 2023
• No presentation

October 2023
• Presentation from the Pasadena Library regarding Early Equity Kits for Children – Presenter Carla Hegwood, Early Development Coordinator, Office of the Young Child
• (tentative) Presentation from 211 LA regarding hate incident reporting systems - Presenter TBD (Young)

November 2023
• Presentation regarding the Caltech Center for Inclusion and Diversity programs - Dr. Tashiana Bryant-Myrick, Director

December 2023
• (tentative) Presentation from the City of Pasadena Public Information Officer regarding an update on City Councilmembers’ social media presence and engagement - Presenter TBD

January 2024
• (tentative) Presentation from the Los Angeles County Registrar regarding the new voting laws - Presenter TBD (Horton)

February 2024
• (tentative) Presentation from Pasadena Police Department regarding the State Hate Crime Report – Lieutenant Carlo Montiglio

March 2024
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HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 25, 2023. 30 April 2024
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May 2024
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June 2024: Annual Meeting

(updated August 9, 2023)

INFORMATION ITEMS

3. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2022 – 2023 AND WORK
PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 FOR:

e. Senior 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, 2023

TO: City Council

FROM: Senior Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2022 through June 2023 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

• Report of Accomplishments for July 12, 2022, through June 13, 2023 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 12, 2022, through June 13, 2023 • Work Plan for July 11, 2023, through June 11, 2024

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Senior Commission at our special meeting on June 13, 2023, and regular meeting on July 11, 2023.

Respectfully submitted,

Chelsea Mason, Chair
Senior Commission

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022-2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 1 City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 07/12/2022 – 06/13/2023

Mission:

The purpose of the Senior Commission is to advise the City Council on the needs, concerns, and quality of life for seniors.

The commission shall:

• Advise the City Council on the needs and concerns of all seniors; • Engage in consultation and study with local groups on the needs of the aged and evaluate available resources; and
• Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2022-2023 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Celebrating Older Americans Month Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Community Engagement Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Identify and update resource list for older adults

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 2 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Celebrating Older Americans Month

Purpose: Develop opportunities to celebrate Older Americans Month in May 2023.

Commissioners: Mason, Lorance, Brandon, Berkemeier, Zechner

Action Items:
• Completed - Pursue a proclamation from the Mayor to celebrate Older Americans Month.
• Completed - Contact key City communications staff for an information campaign (social media and mail-focused campaign).
• Ongoing - Hold an in-person event in May 2023 building on the 2022 inaugural event.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and recommend additional action items, if needed.
• Planning for the Older Americans Month Celebration will begin in the fall.

August 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met on July 28, 2022, to discuss plans for the 2023 Older Americans Month Celebration tentatively scheduled for May 24, 2023, at Washington Park. The committee is continuing to work on the event details such as event permits, pop up tents for vendors and event signage.

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will meet prior to the October meeting to complete the Commission Event Proposal Form with the details about the Celebrating Older Americans Month event. The ad hoc committee will review the information with the Commission prior to submitting it to Staff (Mendez) for approval. • Staff (Mendez) informed the Commission that the Washington Park renovation is scheduled to be completed in Spring 2023 and recommended that the ad hoc committee choose a secondary park location for the event in case the renovation is not completed on time.

October 2022:
• The ad hoc committee conducted site visits to several park locations for the Older Americans Month Celebration and selected McDonald Park for the event.

The date for the event has been changed to Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
• The ad hoc committee shared the draft of the Event Planning form and requested feedback from the Commission about adding any additional information.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 3 November 2022:
• The Commission approved the Event Planning form for Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 10:00 A.M – 1:00 P.M. at McDonald Park.

December 2022:
• Staff (Mendez) advised the Commission that the Event Planning form for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month has been submitted for department approval and McDonald Park has been reserved for Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
• Chair Mason stated the ad hoc committee will begin contacting potential exhibitors in January 2023 for the Pasadena Celebrates Older American Month event.

January 2023:
• Chair Mason stated the Event Planning form for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month has been approved by the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department and confirmed the event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., at McDonald Park. The ad hoc committee will begin working on finalizing the Resource Fair vendors, activities, and other logistics for the event.
• Staff (Mendez) provided the ad hoc committee with the three-month marketing timeline for the event to ensure materials such as flyers and save the date notices are available to promote the event in the community.

February 2023:
• Offsite parking, close to McDonald Park, has been secured for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month exhibitors and the Commissioners. • Vice Chair Zechner created an information sheet for the Commission that provides “talking points” about the event to assist with marketing the event to friends, colleagues, and the community.
• Chair Mason encouraged the Commission to share the information with their Councilmembers and a formal invitation will be sent by Staff (Mendez) to the Councilmembers at a later date.
• Staff (Mendez) stated she is working with the PRCS Special Events Coordinator to secure the necessary permits for the event.

March 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee is finalizing the logistical details for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event and will begin marketing the event in the community.
• Commissioner Brandon stated the ad hoc committee secured eleven sponsors for the event and additional vendors for the Resource Fair. • Commissioner Brandon reported Pasadena Media creates free 30 second Public Service Announcement (PSA) videos for community events.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 4 Commissioner Folz agreed to be the spokesperson in the PSA video for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans event.
• Commissioner Brandon announced that she will be making a presentation about the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event at the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Wednesday, April 5, at 10:30 A.M., at Brookside Golf Course.

April 2023:
• Chair Mason provided the following update regarding the Older Americans Month event:
o Encouraged the Commission to contact their Councilmember to extend a personal invitation to the event as well as discuss promoting the event to their constituents through their monthly newsletter and webpage.

Councilmembers were sent the formal invitation to the event in March. o The Commission will have a table at the event to share information about the work of the Commission and distribute the resource list for older adults. Commissioners Quallsgray, Folz, Mont O’Brien and Wright volunteered to staff the table during the event.
• Commissioner Lorance stated the rental company is requesting a walk through at the event location and will coordinate the date with Staff (Davidson). • Vice Chair Zechner stated he contacted the President of the Bungalow Heaven Residents Association to share information about the event and requested the information be shared with the members of the Association. • Commissioner Brandon provided the following update:
o The Commission has received $16,000 from event sponsorships that will be used to cover the event expenses such as rentals, printing, and banners.
o There are 47 exhibitors confirmed for the event including representatives from Pasadena Water & Power, Pasadena Fire Department and the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.
o She attended the Pasadena Chamber Luncheon held on Wednesday, April 5 and spoke about the Older Americans Month event during her presentation to the chamber members. In addition, several Commissioners attended the luncheon to assist with promoting the event which generated interest from several businesses to become exhibitors at the event.
o Pasadena Media was unable to create a Public Service Announcement (PSA) for the event. However, they have agreed to attend and provide coverage on the day of the event.
• Commissioner Berkemeier reported that she is working on scheduling 10 informational presentations that will take place during the event from 11:00 A.M – 1:00 P.M.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 5 • Staff (Davidson) reported the following information:
o He contacted Darla Dyson, Staff Liaison for Vice Mayor Felicia Williams regarding notification of the event to the neighborhood associations located in District 2. Ms. Dyson agreed to distribute copies of the event flyer to the association members and information about the event will be included in the monthly newsletter for District 2.
o The City will cover the event expenses for the printing of 2,000 – 2,100 event flyers, one event banner to be displayed at McDonald Park, the cost of the event permits, and the printing of the resource list for older adults.

May 2023:
• Chair Mason provided the following updates about the Pasadena Celebrates Older American Month event:
o Commissioners Quallsgray, Folz, Mont O’Brien and Wright volunteered to assist at the Commission table during the event and requested any additional volunteers to contact her for more information. o The ad hoc committee is working with Staff (Mendez) to finalize the permits and signage, including banners that will be displayed at McDonald Park and Jackie Robinson Community Center.
o Parking will be available at CVS parking lot (corner of Lake Ave. and Mountain Street) for exhibitors, volunteers and the Commission that do not have mobility challenges. There will be reserved parking on the west side of Mar Vista Ave. (east side of the park) for individuals with mobility challenges.
o Dial-A- Ride is providing free rides to the event for customers. o The ad hoc committee will be distributing event flyers to the local libraries and public bulletin boards.
• Commissioner Brandon provided the following updates about the Pasadena Celebrates Older American Month event:
o The event has raised $17,550 from sponsorships and encouraged the Commission to individually thank the sponsors for their generous support during the event and when patronizing the businesses or organizations. o The funds raised are covering operational costs for the event including equipment rentals, catering, and marketing.
o There is currently a waiting list to be an exhibitor at the event but encouraged the Commission to continue to refer interested businesses or organizations to assist in developing a list for next year’s event. • Vice Chair Zechner requested the ad hoc committee provide an information sheet to the exhibitors on the day of the event and request feedback that can be used in planning future events.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 6 • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Pursue a proclamation from the Mayor to celebrate Older Americans Month.
o Contact key City communications staff for an information campaign (social media and mail-focused campaign).
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item as ongoing for FY 2022-2023:
o Hold an in-person event in May 2023 building on the 2022 inaugural event.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 7 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Community Engagement

Purpose: Engage with community providers and older adults who are using their services.

Commissioners: Berkemeier, Folz

Action Items:
• Completed - Schedule presentations from Older Adult providers to the Commission.
• Ongoing - Seek opportunities to share resource information with the community.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and recommend additional action items, if needed.

August 2022:
• No update provided

September 2022:
• The ad hoc committee met and discussed community events for the Commissioners to attend and learn about resources available for the older adult community. Commissioner Berkemeier announced three upcoming events on the attachment included with the meeting agenda.

October 2022:
• Commissioner Berkemeier announced that the ad hoc committee attended events at Pasadena Village, Pasadena Senior Center, and South Pasadena Senior Center in September. At the events, the ad hoc committee received information about several companies and organizations that provide services for older adults. The ad hoc committee will share the information to use them as potential exhibitors and provide a resource list for the Older Americans Month Celebration.

November 2022:
• Commissioner Berkemeier reported that the ad hoc committee is gathering information about upcoming holiday community events to attend and will share the information with the Commission at the December meeting. • Chair Mason requested the ad hoc committee determine if the organizations they met at prior community events would be interested in making a presentation to the Commission about the services they provide for older adults.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 8 December 2022:
• Commissioner Berkemeier informed the Commission about two upcoming events that she will be attending: Pasadena Senior Center Monthly Health Fair, Friday, February 17, 2023, 9:00 – 11:00 A.M. and Golden Futures 50+ Expo, Friday, May 7, 2023, at the Pasadena Convention Center. More information about the events will be sent to the Commission.
• Commissioner Berkemeier shared the list of business cards the ad hoc committee collected at community events from the companies and organizations that provide services for older adults.

January 2023:
• Commissioner Berkemeier stated that the ad hoc committee will attend the Pasadena Village Older Adult Resource Fair on February 15, 2023, 10:00 A.M. – noon, at the Sierra Madre Women’s Club, 550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, 91024.

February 2023:
• No update provided

March 2023:
• Commissioners Berkemeier and Folz attended the Pasadena Village Older Adult Resource Fair on February 15, 2023, and reported the event was well attended and provided great resources for seniors.
• Commissioners Berkemeier and Folz attended the Pasadena Senior Center Monthly Health Fair and Food Distribution event on February 17 and reported the food distribution included fresh fruits and vegetables and other healthy items for seniors.
• Commissioner Berkemeier stated the ad hoc committee will attend Pacific Clinic’s Spring into Health event on Thursday, March 23, from 3:00 – 6:00 P.M, at 66 Hurlbut St. Pasadena and LA Metro’s 7th Annual Older Adult Transportation Expo on Thursday, May 18, at the Pasadena Convention Center.

April 2023:
• Chair Mason reminded the Commission about LA Metro’s 7th Annual Older Adults Transportation Expo on Thursday, May 18, from 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at the Pasadena Convention Center. Participants are encouraged to utilize public transportation to get to the event and Pasadena Transit will provide free shuttle service from the L (Gold) Line – Memorial Park Station. Paid parking is available at the Pasadena Convention Center.

May 2023:
• Chair Mason stated that Commissioner Berkemeier will be attending Golden Futures 50+ Expo, Friday, May 7, 2023, at the Pasadena Convention Center and to contact Commission Berkemeier for more information about the event.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 9 • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item complete for FY 2022- 2023:
o Schedule presentations from Older Adult providers to the commission. • The ad hoc committee determined the following action item is ongoing:
o Seek opportunities to share resource information with the community.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 10 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Identify and update resource list for older adults

Purpose: Identify and list resources available to older adults in our community.

Commissioners: O’Brien, Celis, Quallsgray

Action Items:
• Completed - Identify and update resources available to older adults in our community.
• Completed - Make the resource list available to older adults.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2022:
• Chair Mason appointed Commissioner Quallsgray to the ad hoc committee. • The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the objective statement and recommend additional action items, if needed.

August 2022:
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss adding more resources to the resource list and provide an update at the September meeting.

September 2022
• The ad hoc committee met and identified additional resources to add to the resource list. The ad hoc committee will follow up to verify the accuracy of the information and will provide an update at the next Commission meeting.

October 2022:
• Commissioner Celis reported that the ad hoc committee has updated information on the existing resource list and added approximately 30 additional resources to the list. A draft of the resource list will be completed by January 2023 and presented to the Commission for review.
• Commissioner Celis reported that the ad hoc committee discussed ideas for the distribution of the approved resource list including the Commission webpage, local community centers, community events, senior apartment managers, and assisted living facilities.

November 2022:
• The ad hoc committee provided information to clarify the types of organizations and companies that will be included on the resource list for older adults and will provide a draft of the list to the Commission in January for review.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 11 December 2022:
• Commissioner Quallsgray reported that the resource list for older adults now includes 70 businesses and organizations. The ad hoc committee is working to verify that the contact information for each business and organization is accurate. A draft of the resource list for older adults will be presented to the Commission in March 2023 for review and approval.

January 2023:
• Commissioner Celis reported the draft resource list for older adults has been completed and includes 80 resources divided into twenty-six categories. The ad hoc committee is currently reviewing and editing the list and will present the draft list to the Commission for review at the March meeting. • The Commission discussed ways to disseminate the resource list for older adults in the community including: the Commission webpage; at the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event; and at local facilities and programs for older adults.
• The ad hoc committee will create a distribution plan and develop a postcard with information on how to access the resource list for older adults online that can be distributed at community events and local facilities for older adults.

February 2023:
• The ad hoc committee presented the draft resource list for older adults to the Commission for review and requested feedback on the resources on the list.

The ad hoc committee will update the list and present to the Commission for approval at the April 11 meeting.
• The Commission discussed the format options for the resource list for older adults. The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Mendez) contact the PRCS Department Public Information Coordinator to provide input on the format options discussed.

March 2023:
• Commissioner Celis reported the ad hoc committee completed the edits to the resource list for older adults based on the feedback from the Commission at the February meeting and will send the updated list to Staff (Mendez) for review. • Staff (Mendez) stated she will send the resource list document to the PRCS Department Public Information Coordinator to format and present the document to the Commission for approval at the meeting on April 5. • Commissioner Celis stated the ad hoc committee will continue to meet to discuss options for distributing the list in the community.

April 2023:
• Commissioner Celis reported the resource list for older adults was sent to Staff (Mendez) and was forwarded to Staff (Davidson) for review and approval.

SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 12 • Staff (Davidson) requested clarification from the ad hoc committee regarding resources included under the Homeless Resources category and stated he will follow up with the ad hoc committee with any additional questions. • Chair Mason requested the final approval of the document be completed by Staff (Davidson) no later than April 30. She stated that this will allow sufficient time to create a printed document to distribute at the Older Americans Month event on Tuesday, May 23.

May 2023:
• The Commission approved the resource list document that will be uploaded to the Commission webpage and the booklet format that will be printed for distribution. The Commission determined the title of the document as “Useful Numbers for Seniors.”
• Staff (Bell) requested the Commission create a poster to display at the Commission table during the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event that includes a QR code for participants to access the document online. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed for FY 2022-2023:
o Identify and update resources available to older adults in our community. o Make the resource list available to older adults.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the Commission develop a plan to expand distribution of the “Useful Numbers for Seniors” booklet within the community and continue to update the document as needed.

June 2023:
• No update provided

Status: Completed

SC Presentation Calendar FY 2022 – 2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 13 Senior Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023

To be scheduled:
• Department of Information Technology about the Los Angeles County Digital Divide Regional Strategic Plan. (Staff - Davidson)
• Map Your Neighborhood Program for disaster preparedness – Margaret Vinci, Office of Earthquake Programs Manager, California Institute of Technology (schedule for July 2023)
• Presentation from Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health regarding the “I Prevail” program – Isabel Ramirez, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (schedule for 2023-2024)
• Presentation from the Department of Transportation regarding concerns and challenges for seniors with the Dial A Ride program (schedule for 2023-2024) • Presentation from agencies represented or affiliated with the Commission regarding their programs and services provided for Older Adults (schedule for 2023-2024)
• Presentation from Pasadena Rental Housing Board regarding rental issues affecting seniors.

July 2022:
• No presentation

August 2022:
• Presentation about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements for Local Government - Ali Everett, (Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pasadena)

September 2022:
• No presentation

October 2022:
• Presentation from the Transportation Department about parking enforcement and new projects – Jon Hamblen, (Parking Manager, City of Pasadena)

November 2022:
• Presentation regarding services that benefit seniors at Huntington Hospital - Jane Haderlein, (Senior Vice President of Philanthropy and Public Relations, Huntington Health)

December 2022:
• Presentation about disaster preparedness and training available for volunteers - Lisa Derderian, (Public Information Officer, City of Pasadena)

January 2023:
• No presentation

SC Presentation Calendar FY 2022-2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 14

February 2023:
• Presentation from Pasadena City College regarding non-credit classes for older adults – Dr. Francisco Suarez, (Dean, Pasadena City College)

March 2023:
• Presentation from LA Metro regarding local transportation services and resources for seniors – Carlos Hernandez, (Principal Community Relations Officer, Rail Safety & Mobility Programs)

April 2023:
• No presentation

May 2023:
• No presentation

June 2023: Annual Meeting – no update provided

(updated May 9, 2023)

SC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2022-2023. Approved June 13, 2023. 15

City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2022-2023

SENIOR COMMISSION
July 2022 - June 2023

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
07/12/22 REGULAR08/09/22 REGULAR09/13/22 REGULAR10/11/22 REGULAR11/08/22 REGULAR12/13/22 REGULAR01/10/23 REGULAR02/14/23 REGULAR03/14/23 REGULAR04/11/23 REGULAR05/09/23 REGULAR06/13/23 REGULAR TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

CHELSEA MASON
(District 7) P P P P P P P P P P P P 12 100.00%

HARALD ZECHNER
(District 4) P P P P P P P P P P P P 12 100.00%

JANE HADERLEIN
(Mayor) A P P P P P A A P P P A 8 66.67%

DAVE FOLZ
(District 1) A P P P P A A P P P P A 8 66.67%

RUBY QUALLSGRAY
(District 2) P P P P A P P P P P P A 10 83.33%

MATTIE BETTS
(District 3) A A A A A A A P A P A A 2 16.67%

MARI BERKEMEIER
(District 5) A P P P P P P P P P A P 10 83.33%

ANGIE MONT O'BRIEN
(District 6) P P A P P P P P P P P P 11 91.67%

DAWNEEN LORANCE
(At Large/District 5) P P A P P A P P P P P P 10 83.33%

MARTHA CELIS
(Senior Care Network) P A A P P P P A P P P P 9 75.00%

DION FERGUSON
(Pasadena Senior Center) P P P 3 100.00%

KATIE BRANDON
(Agency Representative) P P P P P P P A P P P P 11 91.67%

PATRICIA WRIGHT
(Agency Representative) U U U P U P P A P P A P 6 50.00% LEGEND Total Meetings Held 12

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM

SC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 16

City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Work Plan: 07/11/2023 – 06/11/2024

Mission:

The purpose of the Senior Commission is to advise the City Council on the needs, concerns and quality of life for seniors.

The commission shall:

• Advise the City Council on the needs and concerns of all seniors; • Engage in consultation and study with local groups on the needs of the aged and evaluate available resources; and
• Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.

FY 2023-2024 Objectives:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Celebrate Older Americans Month Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Promote Older Americans Month Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Community Engagement

SC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 17

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Celebrate Older Americans Month
Objective Purpose: Coordinate logistics for in-person event.

Commissioners: Ferguson, Brandon, Berkemeier, Zechner, Lorance, Mason

Action Item:
• Hold an in-person event in May 2024.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• No update provided

August 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee selected the following parks as possible locations for the Celebrate Older Americans Month event in May 2024:
o Brookside Park
o Victory Park
o Grant Park
• Chair Mason stated the ad hoc committee considered parks that offered a flat open space that is large enough to accommodate 50 tents for vendors, the number in attendance at the event in 2023, and convenient and accessible parking.
• Staff (James) recommended either Brookside Park or Victory Park based on the available parking and size of the park.

Status:

SC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 18

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Promote Older Americans Month Objective Purpose: Coordinate outreach for in-person event.

Commissioners: Ferguson, Zechner, Betts, Mason

Action Items:
• Contact City Public Information Officer regarding PR for event. • Pursue City Council Proclamation recognizing May 2024 as Older Americans Month.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• Chair Mason appointed Commissioner Betts to the Promote Older Americans Month ad hoc committee.

August 2023:
• No update provided

Status:

SC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 19

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults
Objective Purpose: Research and promote resources for Older Adults

Commissioners: Ferguson, Mont O’Brien, Celis, Quallsgray, Mason

Action Items:
• Promote the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list. • Update Food Resources List.
• Update the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list as needed. • Collaborate with the Pasadena Senior Center.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• Chair Mason appointed Commissioner Quallsgray to the Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults ad hoc committee

August 2023:
• Commission Celis reported the ad hoc committee reviewed the Food Resources List and are contacting each organization to confirm the information and update the list as needed. There are currently 24 organizations included on the Food Resources List and the ad hoc committee will update the information as needed.
• Staff (James) requested the ad hoc committee review the name of the Useful Numbers for Seniors resource list and discuss providing a definition or description of the title on the document.

Status:

SC Work Plan FY 2023 – 2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 20

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Community Engagement Objective Purpose:

Commissioners: Brandon, Ferguson, Berkemeier, Haderlein, Mason

Action Items:
• Encourage public attendance at Commission meetings.
• Attend community events for Older Adults.
• Distribute the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list at community events.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2023:
• Commissioner Brandon announced the Pasadena Police Department’s 27th Annual National Night Out is on Tuesday, August 1, from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. at 207 N. Garfield Ave., and encouraged the Commission to attend the event. • Chair Mason appointed Commissioners Berkemeier and Haderlein to the Community Engagement ad hoc committee.

August 2023:
• Commissioner Brandon reported that she, Vice Chair Zechner and Commissioner Berkemeier attended the Pasadena Police Department ‘s National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 1 and Commissioner Berkemeier attended Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Community Resource Fair and Block Party on Saturday, August 5.
• Commissioner Brandon stated she will be attending the South Pasadena Healthy Aging Fair on Wednesday, September 13 from 9:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the South Pasadena Senior Center.
• Commissioner Quallsgray reported that she and Commissioner Betts assisted at the commission table at Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Community Resource Fair and Block Party and distributed copies of the Useful Numbers for Seniors resource list to the community.

Status:

SC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 21 Senior Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024

To be scheduled:
• Presentation from Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and Pasadena Public Health Department regarding mental health programs for seniors – Isabel Ramirez, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and presenter TBD from Pasadena Public Health
• Presentation from agencies represented or affiliated with the Commission regarding their programs and services provided for Older Adults o Salvation Army
o Villa Gardens
o Meals on Wheels
o Red Cross
o Department of Consumer Affairs Speakers Bureau
• Presentation regarding the LA County Master Plan on Aging • Presentation regarding programs to assist and educate seniors about the CalFresh benefits program

July 2023:
• Presentation from Pasadena Village regarding programs and services for seniors – Katie Brandon, Executive Director

August 2023:
• Presentation from Huntington Hospital regarding health care access – Jane Haderlein, Senior Vice President of Philanthropy and Public Relations, Huntington Health
• Presentation regarding the Draft Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Goals for Older Adults and Healthy Aging – Matthew Feaster, Acting Deputy Director, Pasadena Public Health Department

September 2023:
• Presentation from Pasadena Senior Center regarding programs and services for seniors – Akila Gibbs, Executive Director, Pasadena Senior Center • Presentation from Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition regarding the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) “All Ages and Abilities” safety standards for street designs – Presenter TBD (Mason)

October 2023:
• Presentation “Facts on LGBTQ+ Aging” from Jennifer Dawson, Representative,

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November 2023:
• (tentative) Department of Information Technology about the progress of the Los Angeles County Digital Divide Regional Strategic Plan and inclusion of seniors. (Staff)

SC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved July 11, 2023. 22 December 2023:
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January 2024:
• (tentative) Presentation from the Department of Transportation regarding concerns and challenges for seniors with the Dial A Ride program (Staff)

February 2024:
• (tentative) Update regarding Map Your Neighborhood Program for disaster preparedness – Margaret Vinci, Office of Earthquake Programs Manager, California Institute of Technology and Pasadena Fire Department (Staff)

March 2024:
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April 2024:
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May 2024:
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June 2024: Annual Meeting

(updated August 8, 2023)

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