AGENDA LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING NOTICE DECEMBER 3, 2024
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 Arnold Lee, Acting Chief Assistant City Attorney Tamer Sabha, Recording Secretary MISSION STATEMENT The City of Pasadena is dedicated to delivering exemplary municipal services, responsive to our entire community and consistent with our history, culture and unique character. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices are available from the City Clerk’s Office with a 24-hour advance notice. Please call (626) 744-4124 to request use of a listening device.
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CITY OF PASADENA
NOTICE OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 3, 2024
PUBLIC MEETING 4:30 P.M.
PASADENA CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBER
100 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE, ROOM S249
Teleconference Location:
Residence
52300 Ross Ave.
La Quinta, CA 92253
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the Legislative Policy Committee, will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 4:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber to discuss matters on the attached agenda.
STEVE MADISON, Chair
Legislative Policy Committee
I HEREBY CERTIFY that this agenda in its entirety, was posted on the Internet at https ://www.cityofpasadena.neUcommissions/city-council-legislative-policy-committee/ a nd on the Council Chamber Bulletin Board, Room S249, and the Bulletin Board in the rotunda area; City Hall, 100 North Garfield Avenue, this 27th day of November 2024 by 5:30p.m. and that copies hereof were emailed or delivered to each member of the City Council and to each local newspaper of general circulation, radio or television station requesting notice in writing, all of which recipients are identified on the distribution herein below.
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REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Public Meeting: 4:30 P.M.
Council Chamber, Pasadena City Hall
100 North Garfield Avenue, Room S249
Teleconference Location:
Residence
52300 Ross Ave.
La Quinta, CA 92253
PUBLIC MEETING - 4:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comment will be limited to a total of 20 minutes at the beginning of the meeting and will continue at the conclusion of the meeting, if necessary. Please limit comments to 3 minutes each.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS
1. DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.45 TO REQUIRE TRAINING FOR
ALL ADVISORY BODIES CREATED BY CITY COUNCIL AND TO ESTABLISH FIRM LIMITS ON COMMISSIONER TERMS*
NEW BUSINESS
2. RESOLUTION NO. 10097: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PASADENA REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR RECOGNIZE A CRISIS
RELATED TO THE PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, THE GOVERNOR,
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER, AND THE CALIFORNIA
STATE LEGISLATURE TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO STRENGTHEN
AND STABILIZE CALIFORNIA'S RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
TRANSMIT A LETTER TO APPROPRIATE STATE OFFICIALS
REQUESTING THAT STEPS BE TAKEN TO STABILIZE THE PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET*
INFORMATION ONLY
3. BRIEFING BY CHRIS GIGLIO ON FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
4. BRIEFING BY KYRA EMANUELS ROSS ON STATE LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
5. BRIEFING ON RECENT VOTER-APPROVED CITY BALLOT AND CHARTER
AMENDMENT MEASURES, INCLUDING IMPLEMENTATION AND NEXT
STEPS
6. CONTINUED REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF CAMPAIGN FINANCE/ETHICS REFORM, THE CITY’S FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES AGREEMENT, AND
CITY COUNCIL PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURES
7. ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 – 2025 FOR:
a. Accessibility and Disability Commission*
b. Arts & Culture Commission*
c. Commission on the Status of Women*
d. Environmental Advisory Commission*
e. Human Relations Commission*
f. Senior Commission*
8. PAST AGENDAS FOR CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS*
a. Accessibility and Disability Commission – November 19, 2024 b. Arts & Culture Commission – October 9, 2024
c. Board of Zoning Appeals Commission – October 10, 2024 d. Commission on the Status of Women – October 2, 2024, November 6, 2024
e. Community Police Oversight Commission – November 14, 2024 f. Design Commission – October 22, 2024, November 12, 2024 g. Environmental Advisory Commission – October 8, 2024, November 12, 2024
h. Fire and Police Retirement – November 20, 2024
i. Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee – November 19, 2024 j. Human Relations Commission – November 7, 2024
k. Human Services Commission – November 13, 2024
l. Library Commission – November 20, 2024
m. Northwest Commission – November 12, 2024
n. Planning Commission – October 23, 2024, November 13, 2024 o. Reconnecting Communities 710 Advisory Group – November 20, 2024 p. Senior Commission – November 12, 2024
q. Transportation Advisory Commission – October 24, 2024
* INDICATES ATTACHMENTS INCLUDED
ADJOURN
OLD BUSINESS
1. DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.45 TO
REQUIRE TRAINING FOR ALL ADVISORY BODIES CREATED BY
CITY COUNCIL AND TO ESTABLISH FIRM LIMITS ON
COMMISSIONER TERMS*
NEW BUSINESS
2. DIRECT RESOLUTION NO. 10097: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASADENA REQUESTING THE
GOVERNOR RECOGNIZE A CRISIS RELATED TO THE
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, THE GOVERNOR,
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER, AND THE CALIFORNIA STATE
LEGISLATURE TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO STRENGTHEN
AND STABILIZE CALIFORNIA'S RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO TRANSMIT A LETTER TO
APPROPRIATE STATE OFFICIALS REQUESTING THAT STEPS
BE TAKEN TO STABILIZE THE PROPERTY INSURANCE
MARKET*
REVISED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO.10097
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASADENA
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR RECOGNIZE A CRISIS RELATED TO
THE PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, THE GOVERNOR,
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER, AND THE CALIFORNIA STATE
LEGISLATURE TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO STRENGTHEN AND
STABILIZE CALIFORNIA'S RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
TRANSMIT A LETTER TO APPROPRIATE STATE OFFICIALS
REQUESTING THAT STEPS BE TAKEN TO STABILIZE THE PROPERTY
INSURANCE MARKET
WHEREAS, in 1988, California voters enacted Proposition 103, which established consumer protections to keep insurance rates fair and affordable and to ensure a competitive marketplace; and
WHEREAS, in 2023, two of the State's largest insurance carriers announced they would stop issuing new homeowners and commercial property insurance policies in California, and these carriers represented over 27 percent of the admitted insurance market in California, and several other insurance carriers, representing more than 36 percent of the market, announced plans to limit new policy origination; and WHEREAS, wildfires have continued to be a significant and growing concern throughout the State of California, which along with other local government agencies, non-profit organizations, and homeowners, have worked extensively to improve fire resistance and reduce wildfire risk; and
WHEREAS, despite these efforts, many residents and businesses have reported having their property insurance policies canceled or having significantly higher premiums imposed by their carriers, indicating that a reduction in insurance options is directly impacting consumer access; and
WHEREAS, the reduction of insurance options in the State has a direct negative effect on consumer and business access to coverage in all parts of the State, and homeowners, and small business owners are now unable to obtain new insurance policies from the admitted insurance market; and
WHEREAS, access to property insurance is essential to homeowners to protect what is for many their largest and most important asset, and is necessary for homebuyers to secure a mortgage for a home that can build generational wealth, but a scarcity of options may freeze real estate transactions and slow or stop the rate of new affordable housing, including accessory dwelling units and other affordable housing options, exacerbating the State's critical housing shortage and particularly impacting the most vulnerable, including young families and those on fixed incomes; and r
WHEREAS, those unable to obtain property insurance coverage in the commercial market must seek protection through the California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan, a state-established risk pool intended to operate as California's insurer of last resort, providing temporary coverage as consumers pursue insurance in the traditional market; and
WHEREAS, over the past five years, the reduced availability of property insurance through the traditional commercial marketplace has resulted in steadily increasing enrollment in the FAIR Plan, threatening the ongoing stability of this state-established risk pool; and
WHEREAS, even those businesses and homeowners who are able to secure temporary insurance coverage through the FAIR Plan face premiums that are, in many cases, multiple times their previous rates and that are unaffordable to them, forcing them, in some cases, to sell their businesses or homes; and
WHEREAS, the California Insurance Commissioner recently drafted regulations to address the immediate crisis in the property insurance market, but it may take years for these regulations to impact the market, with this timeline potentially furi:her delayed if legal challenges are taken against the regulations; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Insurance's mission is to protect all Californians by regulating the insurance industry to ensure a competitive and sustainable market, investigating fraud, and advocating for consumers through awareness, public policy, innovation, and service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pasadena requests that the Governor recognize a growing crisis relating to the property insurance marketplace.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council requests that the Insurance Commissioner and the State Legislature take immediate action to strengthen and stabilize California's property insurance market and that the Commissioner, Legislature, and Governor consider the following goals in Grafting an appropriate regulatory response:
1. Expand coverage choices for all consumers, particularly in underserved areas of the State.
2. Improve the efficiency, speed, and transparency of the California Department of Insurance's rate approval process.
3. Tailor the rate approval process to consider all factors necessary to promote a robust, competitive insurance marketplace, including through potential revisions to the way catastrophe risks, reinsurance costs, and other legitimate insurer costs are taken into account.
2 4. Maintain the long-term availability of homeowners and commercial property insurance coverage.
5. Maintain the solvency of the FAIR Plan to protect its policyholders and promote long- term resiliency in the face of extreme weather events, including by identifying mechanisms to reduce its share of the overall market in underserved areas and move its customers into the admitted insurance market.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor of the City of Pasadena is hereby authorized and directed to work with City staff and the City's State Legislative Advocates to draft and transmit a letter to appropriate State officials, requesting that steps be taken to stabilize the State's property insurance market.
Adopted at the regular meeting of the City Council on the 28th day of October, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
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Vice Mayor Madison
Councilmembers Hampton, Williams, Mayor Gordo
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3 INFORMATION ITEMS
7a. ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION ANNUAL
REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 – 2025
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 1 City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Report of Accomplishments: 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 2 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:
• Completed - Provide input on accessibility improvements in the public right-of- way and bike lanes, including identifying priority locations for the installation of curb ramps.
• Completed - 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.
September 2023:
• Chair Jennings shared comments from Cy Estabrook regarding the upcoming Adaptive Sports Festival (ASF) and reminded Commissioners 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. Chair Jennings reminded Commissioners to invite their respective Councilmembers to the ASF ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 3 • Commissioner Jagusch was approved to speak on behalf of the Commission at the 10/10/2023 meeting of the Municipal Services Committee regarding the North-South Greenways project.
October 2023:
• Commissioner Jagusch provided the following updates on the action items for the objective:
o Municipal Services Committee discussed “All Ages and Abilities” design criteria for North-South Greenways on 10/28/2023.
o Reminded the Commission of the date for the Adaptive Sports Festival (ASF) 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.
• Staff Goldman to send sign-up information for Commissioners for ASF tabling.
November 2023:
• The Commissioner discussed formalizing honoring the Robert Gorski Access Award recipient each year at the annual Pasadena Adaptive Sports Festival.
The Commission will vote to approve this at the January 2024 regular meeting.
December 2023:
• Meeting cancelled
January 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, January 22 and discussed the following items:
o Monitoring California Assembly Bill 1757 titled Accessibility: internet websites, to determine how it will affect the community. o The status of the Commission recommendations for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
o Researching how the Commission can support local businesses regarding accessibility issues and will add an action item to the objective, if appropriate.
• Staff (Goldman) reminded the Commission to report concerns about accessibility at crosswalks, with street signal timing or with Pasadena Transit to the Citizens Service Center either online, through the app or by calling (626) 744-7311 and to include that the request is an accessibility issue. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
o Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival.
February 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, February 22 and discussed the following items:
o Researching available resources for local businesses to address accessibility issues.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 4 o Concerns about the availability of accessible parking on Union Street and researching the definition of accessible parking on residential streets.
March 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Sunday, March 17 and discussed the current City policies regarding overnight parking passes for residents of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s). The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Goldman) arrange a meeting with the Department of Transportation to share concerns regarding accessible parking for disabled residents.
• Staff (Goldman) shared that the Planning Department is currently evaluating the parking policy for ADU’s and will provide updates to the ad hoc committee when available.
April 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, April 18 and discussed potential questions for the meeting with the Department of Transportation regarding current projects, areas of improvement regarding the public right-of-way.
• Commissioner Jagusch encouraged the Commission to report issues that impede access to the public right of way the Citizens Service Center (CSC), either through the app, online or by phone, and stated its helpful to provide details about the exact location and pictures.
May 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch reported she attended the Department of Transportation’s Short Range Transportation Presentation with Commissioner Struski and Staff (Goldman). Commissioner Struski offered several suggestions regarding accessibility.
• Commissioner Struski reported she attended the Arroyo Trailing meeting with Staff (Goldman). The staff referred to the trails as universal trails. • The ad hoc committee met on 05/23/24 and learned the Department of Transportation is available to meet on 06/20/24.
June 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch stated she will meet with the Department of Transportation on Thursday, June 27, 2024, to discuss current projects.
Status: Completed
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 5 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), Struski, Jennings
Action Items:
• Completed - Nominate, select, and recognize the Robert Gorski Access Award recipient.
• Completed - Support the Civitan event honoring employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities.
• Completed - Table at a minimum of three community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. • Discontinued - 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. • Completed - Promote awareness of the Department of Rehabilitation “Demand Side Initiative” and EmployAbility grants for businesses to support employment for individuals with disabilities.
• Completed - Continue to support iBook Club of Pasadena including dissemination of monthly newsletter.
• Completed - Facilitate a town hall style meeting around the topic of accessible housing in Pasadena.
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 it is finalized and requested the Commission distribute the flyer to their networks. o The ad hoc committee has contacted the local Department of Rehabilitation (DoR) office to encourage their support and attendance at the webinar.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 6 • The Commission received the monthly newsletter for the iBook Club with information regarding the virtual meeting scheduled for August 14, 2023.
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 and present the information 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. 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. The Commission received an email on Monday, August 21 with more information about the meeting.
• 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 recordings 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.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Jagusch reminded the Commission about supporting 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.
• Chair Jennings stated that the ad hoc committee will begin to review the criteria and nomination process for the Robert Gorski Award and present the information to the Commission at an upcoming meeting.
• Commissioner Herrera reported that the EmployAbility Grant Webinar was successful, and a recording of the webinar is available through the City’s Economic Development web page.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 7 • The Commission requested follow up with Department of Rehabilitation regarding outcome reporting including numbers of applications and successful grant awards by webinar attendees.
October 2023:
• Staff and Commissioners shared experiences from the Annual Pasadena Civitan Reception honoring Pasadena Humane, Armstrong Nurseries, Chuck E.
Cheese, Huntington Dining Services, and YMCA of the Foothills for their commitment to hiring and accommodating individuals with disabilities.
Commissioners voiced appreciation for Civitan, AbilityFirst, and Villa Esperanza.
• Commissioner Herrera provided the following updates on the action items for the objective:
o The ad hoc committee will continue to review the criteria and nomination process for the Robert Gorski Access Award and present the information to the Commission at the November regular meeting.
o The Department of Rehabilitation will provide information about the individuals who have applied and/or received EmployAbility grant funds following the Pasadena workshop.
• Commissioner Warner II reported he attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, October 9, with 8 participants in attendance. The topic was “Unusual Places People Live.” Participants discussed interesting places they have lived in the past. Next month, the iBook club will meet on November 13 at 3 pm. The topic will be “Explorers,” with a presentation from a rocket scientist.
November 2023:
• The Commission discussed the nomination process for the Robert Gorski Access Award, including whether to accept nominations from community-based organizations rather than solely from Commissioners. The Commission will vote to confirm the process at the January 2024 regular meeting. • Commissioner Herrera provided the following updates:
o 7 local businesses from Pasadena have been awarded the EmployAbility grant, with more details regarding awards to be reported in January. o Vice Chair Warner II reported that the iBook Club met on November 13, with 8 members in attendance, and they discussed world exploration.
December 2023:
• Meeting cancelled
January 2024:
• The Commission approved the Nomination Process and Criteria for the 2024 Robert Gorski Access Award.
• Commissioner Herrera requested that all Commissioners nominate an individual for the Robert Gorski Access Award during the nomination period from March 1 – 30, 2024. She recommended that Commissioners request ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 8 suggestions from their networks if they do not know an individual that meets the criteria.
• Commissioner Jagusch stated that the list of Pasadena agencies that support people with disabilities seeking employment is being reviewed and updated by the ad hoc committee to ensure the agencies are notified of employment opportunities within the City.
• Chair Jennings asked Staff (Goldman) about how the Commission can provide input on job descriptions for positions that may include accessibility awareness within the scope of duties. Staff (Goldman) stated she will research the request and provide an update at the meeting scheduled for February 27. • Vice Chair Warner II reported he attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, January 8, with 9 participants in attendance. The topic was “Interesting Facts.” Next month, the iBook club will meet on Monday, February 5 at 3:00 p.m. since the library is closed on Monday, February 12 and 19. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items as completed:
o Support the Civitan event honoring employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities.
o Promote awareness of the Department of Rehabilitation “Demand Side Initiative” and EmployAbility grants for businesses to support employment for individuals with disabilities.
• The ad hoc recommended adding the following action item to the objective:
o Facilitate a town hall style meeting around the topic of accessible housing in Pasadena.
• Chair Jennings removed Commissioner Jagusch, at her request, from the Outreach and Education ad hoc committee.
• Chair Jennings appointed Commissioner Struski to the Outreach and Education ad hoc committee.
February 2024:
• Chair Jennings thanked the Commissioners that assisted at the commission table at the Black History Festival on Saturday, February 17 and the Commissioners shared their experience of sharing the work of the Commission with the community.
• Commissioner Herrera reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, February 26 and discussed the following items:
o Created a draft agenda for the town hall style meeting to get feedback from the community regarding accessible housing in Pasadena. o Drafted a Save the Date flyer for the meeting to send to Staff (Goldman) for review.
o The nomination process for the Robert Gorski Access Award and reminded the Commission the nomination period is from March 1 – March
30. ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 9 • Commissioner Struski shared a comment she received from a resident at the Black History Festival regarding the concern of small business owners being fined by the City for non-compliance of accessibility standards based on private citizens filming their place of business.
• Staff (Goldman) stated she will research the concern with the appropriate City department and provide an update at the meeting scheduled for March 26.
March 2024:
• Commission Herrera stated the ad hoc committee has received two nomination forms for the Robert Gorski Access Award and will present their recommendations at the meeting scheduled for April 23.
• Vice Chair Warner II reported that the iBook Club met on March 11, with 11 members in attendance, and they discussed their favorite movies that were based on books. The next iBook Club meeting is Monday, April 8 and the topic is Earth Day.
• Staff (Goldman) provided the following information regarding the planned town hall style meeting regarding accessible housing in Pasadena. o Date and time: Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 7:00 – 9:00 P.M. o Location: City Council Chamber at City Hall.
o The meeting will be covered live by KPas and be held in-person and virtually.
o Sign Language interpretation will be provided.
o Marketing will be coordinated with the Public Information Office including the creation of a flyer and press release.
• Commissioner Herrera reviewed the proposed agenda for the meeting and stated Interior Designer Jeanne Chung is confirmed as the Keynote Speaker. • Commission attendance at the town hall style meeting was discussed to determine if the event will replace their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 28. Staff (Goldman) will verify the meeting options with the City Attorney and provide the information to the Commission at their meeting scheduled for April 23.
• Staff (Goldman) shared three upcoming community events that provide an opportunity for the Commission to staff a resource table and share information about the work of the Commission including the upcoming town hall event:
o Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) Community Advisory Committee Resource Fair on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at 351 S.
Hudson Avenue, Pasadena.
o Pasadena Public Health Department’s Spring Into Wellness on Saturday, May 4 from 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. at Villa Parke Community Center. o Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month on Wednesday, May 22 from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at Victory Park.
• The Commission will discuss the options for having a resource table at one of the recommended events at their meeting on April 23.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 10 April 2024:
• Staff (Goldman) announced that the Commission will have a table at the Department for Public Health “Spring Into Wellness” event on Saturday, April 29 from 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. at Robinson Park Recreation Center to share information about the work of the Commission with the community. She will send an email with a schedule for staffing the table and more information about the event.
• Commissioner Herrera reported the flyer for the town hall style special meeting on Thursday, May 30 is available and encouraged the Commission to share the flyer with their networks and Councilmembers.
• Staff (Goldman) reported she received the survey developed by the ad hoc committee and a QR code will be included in the press release and social media posts to access the survey online.
• Vice Chair Warner II reported he attended the iBook Club virtual meeting on Monday, April 8 and the topic was Earth Day.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed:
o Nominate, select, and recognize the Robert Gorski Access Award recipient.
o Table at a minimum of three community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. o Continue to support iBook Club of Pasadena including dissemination of monthly newsletter.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item be discontinued:
o 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.
May 2024:
• Commissioner Herrera provided the timeline and agenda for the special Town Hall meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 30, 2024.
• Staff (Goldman) confirmed the Q& A function would be available for use during the Town Hall meeting. She also confirmed DoIT will be recording the meeting through Zoom and shared the link to post on the Accessibility and Disability Commission webpage.
June 2024:
• Chair Jennings stated the commission held their Town Hall meeting regarding accessible housing on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
Status: Completed
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 11 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Health, Wellness, and Inclusive Community
Objective Purpose: To prioritize accessibility measures in public safety, housing, and community health
Commissioners: Heinrich (lead), Warner II, Jennings
Action Items:
• Continued - Facilitate communication with Pasadena Public Health Department regarding best practices pertaining to authentic disability inclusion. • Continued - Work collaboratively with Department of Housing to increase availability of affordable and accessible housing.
• Continued - 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 and provide an update to the Commission at the September meeting. • 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).
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 12 • Commissioner Heinrich recommended the Commission receive a presentation regarding state and local building codes pertaining to accessibility in residential housing.
September 2023:
• 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 and provide an update to the Commission at the October meeting. • The Commissioner strongly urged staff to advocate for a response and follow- up regarding the previously submitted housing recommendation letter. • Commissioner Heinrich advocated for a presentation regarding state and local building codes pertaining to accessibility in residential housing. • Staff (Goldman) reported that she will offer a training for Pasadena Police Department regarding rules and etiquette surrounding service animals, following dissatisfactory interactions between officers and community service dog handlers at the recent MobilityDog Poodle Palooza event at Central Park.
October 2023:
• The October Meeting will be adjourned in recognition of survivors, and all those impacted by Breast Cancer.
• Staff provided the following updates:
o Council district liaisons were provided information regarding policy items #1 and #4 from the housing recommendation letter and Commissioners are encouraged to follow up directly with their council district liaisons regarding the status of the recommendations.
o The Department of Planning and Department of Housing staff have been contacted regarding policy items #2 and #3 from the housing recommendation letter.
o Presentations regarding ADUs, state and local building codes pertaining to accessible residential housing, and housing department grants for accessible/affordable housing have been added to presentation calendar as “to be scheduled.”
• Staff provided the Commission with the opinion from the State Attorney General to state and local building departments regarding responsibilities/requirements and authority pertaining to accessible housing.
November 2023:
• Chair Jennings presented a draft 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. The Commission and staff discussed the draft and City policies regarding the release and promotion of the final document. Discussion will be continued at the January 2024 regular meeting.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 13 • Commissioner Herrera provided the following update:
o Discussions are continuing with Pasadena Police Department (PD) regarding the adoption of crisis intervention training. Jennifer Estep requested that the Accessibility and Disability Commission connect PD with local community partners to work with to better understand the needs of the disability, access, and functional needs community.
December 2023:
• Meeting cancelled
January 2024:
• The Commission approved the title of the document that will include a comprehensive list of accessible features that can be used in the development plans for new or existing buildings as: Guide for Accessible Housing: Building Housing Designed for All, with the subtitle: By the City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission and discussed hosting a town hall style meeting to present and gather feedback on the document from the community. • Commissioner Herrera requested assistance from Staff (Goldman) to contact the Pasadena Police Department to follow up on the Commission’s recommendation to implement mandatory crisis intervention training for all police officers to improve police interactions with individuals with disabilities. • Staff (Goldman) reported that Manuel Carmona, Interim Director of the Department of Public Health would like to make a presentation to the Commission regarding the Language Access work group that has developed guidelines for the City to provide accessible communication to the community that includes both primary language and mode of communication.
February 2024:
• No updates provided
March 2024:
• Commissioner Heinrich stated the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, March 21 to review the action items for the objective and reported the following:
o The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Goldman) arrange a meeting for the ad hoc committee with staff from the Pasadena Public Health Department to discuss best practices pertaining to authentic disability inclusion.
o The ad hoc committee requested Staff (Goldman) arrange a meeting for the ad hoc committee with staff from the Department of Housing to discuss the availability of affordable and accessible housing. o The ad hoc committee recommends the Commission collaborate with the Human Relations Commission to host a public forum on recommendations for the current public safety training manual.
• Staff (Goldman) reported she recently completed a five-day training about service animals for Pasadena Police Department Officers and staff.
ADC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 14 The ad hoc committee requested Commission Herrera follow up with Jennifer Estep, Training Coordinator 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.
April 2024:
• Commissioner Heinrich reported the ad hoc committee is in the process of setting up meetings with the Department of Public Health, Department of Housing and Jennifer Estep, Training Coordinator for the Pasadena Police Department. Staff (Goldman) stated she will provide an update to the ad hoc committee when information becomes available.
May 2024:
• Commissioner Jagusch shared information about the Department of Housing’s Home Enhancement Loan Program (HELP) Virtual Community Workshop scheduled for Wednesday, June 5 at 6:00 P.M.
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024 15 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) – Presenter TBD (Staff - Goldman) • 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 - Goldman) • Presentation regarding state and local building codes pertaining to accessibility in residential housing - Presenter TBD (Staff - Goldman) • Presentation regarding Pasadena Public Health Department practices of inclusion of people with disabilities – Presenter TBD (Staff - Goldman) • Presentation from the Braille Institute regarding their programs and services provided for the community – Presenter TBD (Staff – Goldman) • Presentation from the Public Health Department regarding the Language Access workgroup – Manuel Carmona, Deputy Director
• Presentation regarding California Assembly Bill 2449 and City of Pasadena policies related to in-person and virtual meeting participation/attendance – Danielle St. Clair, Deputy City Attorney, City of Pasadena
July 2023:
• None
August 2023:
• None
September 2023
• Presentation regarding the City’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards – Sara Goldman, Acting Accessibility and Disability Coordinator
• Presentation regarding the importance of accessible Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – Ethan Wolferman, Senior Homeowner Advisor, Cottage ADUs
October 2023
• None
November 2023
• None
December 2023
• Meeting Cancelled
ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved on June 25 2024. 16 January 2024
• Presentation from the Office of the City Manager regarding the proposed City of Pasadena Anti-Discrimination Policy - Brenda Harvey-Williams, Assistant City Manager
February 2024
• Presentation from Department of Transportation regarding the North- South Greenways Quick-Build projects – Rich Dilluvio, Principal Planner • Presentation regarding the Hollywood Burbank Airport Replacement Passenger Terminal Project – Janice Lee, Deputy Project Manager, Jacobs Project Management Co. and Patrick Lammerding, Deputy Executive Director, Planning and Development, Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Authority (BGPAA)
March 2024
• Presentation from City of Pasadena Department of Public Works regarding Pasadena Central Library Retrofit – Debra Gerod and Devon Barnes, Gruen Associates
April 2024
• None
May 2024
• None
June 2024 - Annual Meeting
(updated June 25, 2024)
ADC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2024-2025. Approved June 25, 2024 17
City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2023-2024
ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
July 2023 - June 2024
MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
MEMBERS
07/25/23 REGULAR08/22/23 REGULAR09/26/23 REGULAR10/24/23 REGULAR11/28/232 REGULAR12/26/23 REGULAR01/23/23 REGULAR02/27/24 REGULAR03/26/24 REGULAR04/23/24 REGULAR05/28/24 REGULAR05/30/24 SPECIAL06/25/24 REGULAR TOTAL
MEETINGS
ATTENDED
ATTENDANCE
RECORD
PERCENTAGE
ANDREA JENNINGS
(District 7) P P P P P XX P P P P P P P 12 100.00%
MICHAEL WARNER II
(District 5) P P P P P XX P P P P P P P 12 100.00%
ANDREA TOTTEN
(District 1) P P U P P XX P P P P P P P 11 91.67%
CASEY JAGUSCH
(District 2) A P P P A XX P P P P P A P 9 75.00%
PATRICIA HERRERA
(District 4) P P P P P XX P P P P P P P 12 100.00%
JANIE LYNN HEINRICH
(District 6) P P P A A XX U P P P A A A 6 50.00%
VALERIE STRUSKI
(District 3) P P A P P P P 6 85.71%
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 12
P - PRESENT
A - EXCUSED ABSENCE
U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
XX - CANCELED MEETING
NQ - NO QUORUM
ADC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 18
City of Pasadena Accessibility and Disability Commission Work Plan: 07/23/2024 – 06/24/2025
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 2024-2025 Objectives:
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1: Beyond the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2: Building Inclusive Community Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3: Safety, Health, and Wellness Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4: Supporting Community and City Events ADC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 19
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Beyond the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Objective Purpose: To support City departments and governing bodies in exceeding the minimum requirements set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant state and local disability policy by implementing innovative and inclusive accessibility measures across City facilities and services.
Commissioners: Jennings (Co-Lead), Warner II (Co-Lead), Jagusch
Action Items:
• Continue to provide input and recommendations regarding improvements to the Public Right of Way and curb ramp installations.
• Collaborate with City of Pasadena Department of Transportation on upcoming City projects to improve transportation access for people with disabilities.
• Research and make recommendations to improve compliance with accessible parking and path of travel rules, including research into a community-driven ticketing/referral program for parking violations. • Finalize and publish Accessible Housing Guide to provide community members and local partners with resources to improve housing accessibility.
• Continue to communicate with City of Pasadena Building Inspector regarding ADU standard plan updates, including provision of free accessible/ADA compliant standard plans, and provision of overnight on-street parking passes for ADU residents.
• Research and share information about the processes for validation of information regarding accessible housing features promoted on https://www.pasadenahousingsearch.com/
• Research and make recommendations on improving accessible housing planning approval process.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• The Commission reviewed, finalized, and approved objective purpose and action items.
Status:
ADC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 20
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Building Inclusive Communities
Objective Purpose: Foster an inclusive community by promoting accessibility awareness through opportunities for meaningful participation and engagement.
Commissioners: Herrera (Co-Lead), Struski (Co-Lead), Jagusch
Action Items:
• Nominate, select, and recognize the Robert Gorski Access Award recipient. • Research, develop, and publish a resource list for local adaptive programs, services, and events for community use.
• Develop resources for annual recognition and celebration of Disability Pride Month, including celebration of the 35th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Assemble resources to assist community members in navigating the reasonable accommodations process within the community, including schools, housing, and more.
• Fill current Commission vacancies through development of recruitment materials and processes.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• The Commission reviewed, finalized, and approved objective purpose and action items.
Status:
ADC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 21
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Safety, Health, and Wellness
Objective Purpose: Collaborate with City departments and community organizations to ensure equitable access to safety, health, and wellness resources in the City.
Commissioners: Heinrich (Co-Lead), Totten (Co-Lead), Jagusch
Action Items:
• Collaborate with City and community partners, including One Arroyo, to encourage the development of universally accessible trails in the Arroyo Seco. • Collaborate with Law Enforcement to increase public safety measures and relations with/for people with disabilities.
• Research current City Emergency Preparedness practices and procedures for people with disabilities, including provision of recommendations to City Emergency Manager and Pasadena Public Health Department regarding revisions of the City of Pasadena Emergency Operations Plan. • Plan and host a community event promoting inclusive holistic wellness practices.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• The Commission reviewed, finalized, and approved objective purpose and action items.
Status:
ADC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 22
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Supporting City and Community Events
Objective Purpose: Provide promotional and in person support to organizations recognizing and hosting events and providing services to the disability community.
Commissioners: Heinrich (Co-Lead), Totten (Co-Lead), Jagusch
Action Items:
• Support and promote the annual Adaptive Sports Festival. • Support the Civitan event honoring employers of people with disabilities and disseminate information about employers supporting the hiring of people with disabilities in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).
• Table at a minimum of (3) City and/or community events to increase awareness and visibility of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. • Continue to support the iBook Club of Pasadena including dissemination of monthly newsletter.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• The Commission reviewed, finalized, and approved objective purpose and action items.
Status:
ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 23 Accessibility and Disability Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
To be scheduled:
July 2024:
• Presentation regarding parking for individuals with disabled person parking placards and plates at the Paseo Colorado parking garage - John Hamblen, City of Pasadena Parking Manager and Michael Woolson, Management Analyst III, City of Pasadena Department of Transportation
August 2024:
• Presentation regarding City of Pasadena curb ramp installation plans and processes - Roya Falahati, City of Pasadena Public Works Engineer and James Tong, City of Pasadena Public Works Principal Engineer September 2024:
•
October 2024:
•
November 2024:
•
December 2024:
•
January 2025:
•
February 2025:
•
March 2025:
ADC Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 23, 2024 24 April 2025:
•
May 2025:
•
June 2025 - Annual Meeting
(updated July 23, 2024)
INFORMATION ITEMS
7b. ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT –
FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2024 – 2025
TO: City Council
FROM: Arts & Culture Commission
DATE: September 26, 2024
SUBJECT: Arts & Culture Commission 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Work Plan
The Arts & Culture Commission is pleased to submit the Annual Report to City Council. Included are the Status Report of the FY 2023-2024 Work Plan; the FY 2023-2024 Commission Attendance Report; and the FY 2024-2025 Work Plan.
This Commission’s Work Plans incorporate the principals and priorities of the City’s Cultural Nexus Cultural Master Plan for implementation in concert with the Cultural Affairs Division of the Planning & Community Development Department. These documents were approved by the Commission at the meeting of September 11, 2024.
Respectfully Submitted,
__________________________
Robert Crook, Chair
Arts and Culture Commission
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1 City of Pasadena, CA
Planning & Community Development Department
Cultural Affairs Division
ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION
FY2024 Work Plan Status Report
Blair Hansen Commission Chair & Public Art Subcommittee Chair, At Large/District 1 James Harnagel Commission Vice-Chair & Community Dev. Subcommittee, District 7 Robert Crook Commission Parliamentarian & Public Art Subcommittee, District 5 Joe Feinblatt Grants Subcommittee Chair & Community Dev. Subcommittee, Rep. Mayor Estelle Campbell Community Dev. Subcommittee Chair, District 4 Alex Jablonski Public Art Subcommittee, District 1
Gabriel Lizardo Community Dev. Subcommittee, District 2 Yolanda Sepulveda Design Commission Representative, District 3 Takako Suzuki Public Art Subcommittee, District 6
Eric Hogensen District 7
2 PUBLIC ART PROGRAMS
The City's first Public Art Program began in 1988 and was created for the Downtown and Old Pasadena Redevelopment Areas for private development. Since then, the Public Art Program has expanded to include all areas of the City, for private development and CIP public art projects. As public art continues to gain visibility in the community, the Commission will continue to support artists and arts organizations through partnerships and programs that seek to place public art throughout the community. These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Programmatic Access, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Economic Growth (Expand Cultural Heritage and Tourism); and Cultural Identity (Make Public Art Part of the Physical Fabric of the City).
Objectives
Private Development Public Art Program
(Public Art Subcommittee, Design Commission Representative) The Commission will:
1. Continue to engage closely with Cultural Affairs Staff to expand their understanding of best practices in the field specific to Public Art in Private Development.
2. Review for approval staff recommended private development public art proposals.
3. Receive updates from Staff on private development projects that are subject to the City’s Percent for Art ordinance that will pay the 1% in-lieu fee.
4. Engage with Staff to expand their understanding of the Public Art Consultant’s role in the development of Private Development Public Art projects and continue to explore opportunities for expansion of the Public Art Consultant Approved List.
5. The Arts & Culture/Design Commissioner will continue to provide regular project updates between both Commissions regarding the City’s design projects, especially those impacted by the Public Art in Private Development Program by meeting regularly with Staff; and
6. Staff will continue to refine and distribute the Public Art in Private Development Public Art Guidebook, which is intended to provide a hands-on user’s guide to impactful public art development in Pasadena for private developers, public art consultants and artists. This is a long-term project intended to reflect updated Cultural Equity & Inclusion initiatives.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 10
STATUS:
1) ONGOING. Throughout FY 2024, Staff provided several reports pertaining to the Private Development Public Art Program, including regular updates on active public art commissions for Private Developments, public art fee revenue reports, and to the Private Development Public Art Guidebook.
3 2) ONGOING. The Arts Commission reviewed two Private Development Public Art Proposals in FY 2024: 1) 1336 Colorado Blvd Concept Art Plan, and 2) 786 S. Fair Oaks Ave Concept Art Plan.
3) COMPLETED & ONGOING. Staff continues to monitor benchmarks for these projects and provides regular updates whether or not the developer chooses to propose a public art project. Staff also provided a 5-year annual report of collected Private Development Public Art Fees at the April 9, 2024, Commission Meeting.
4) ONGOING. Staff continues to provide project updates and resources to help the Arts Commission understand the role of the Public Art Consultant in the Public Art development process.
5) COMPLETED AND ONGOING. During FY 2024, the appointed Arts & Culture/Design Commissioner provided occasional reports to the Arts Commission about private development projects reviewed by the Design Commission. 6) ONGOING. Staff continues to refine and distribute the Private Development Public Art Guidebook document to Commissioners, public art consultants, artists, and developers who intend to complete an on-site project.
Capital Improvement Public Art Program
(Public Art Subcommittee)
Commissioners will continue to be assigned to represent the Commission on the development of all CIP public art projects that currently include:
1. Consideration of the development of a permanent Civic Center public art project balanced against the impact of new Private Development projects in the City Center area.
2. Review artist/artwork selection for the Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program Phase IV for the two commissioned artworks.
3. Commissioners will continue to receive regular updates about the progress of the artwork concept development for the Robinson Park Recreation Center Capital Public Art project Community Engagement phase.
4. Commissioners will continue to serve as a medium between the City and the community to promote all Capital Public Art projects.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10
STATUS:
1) Civic Center Public Art Project: ONGOING. Staff provided an overview of the Civic Center Capital (PCOC) Public Art Fund and facilitated several discussions with the Public Art Subcommittee about possible approaches for developing a public art project. There was no significant progress of new Private Development projects in the Civic Center area to report. 2) COMPLETED. The Arts Commission approved the two commissioned, site-responsive artworks for Phase IV of the Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program. 3) ONGOING. Throughout FY 2024, Staff provided regular updates about the progress of the Robinson Park Recreation Center Capital Public Art Project and the project artists provided an informational presentation at the May 8, 2024, Arts Commission Meeting. 4) ONGOING. Staff provided regular opportunities for Commissioners to promote Capital Public Art projects.
4 Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program
(Public Art Subcommittee)
The Commission will monitor the continuation of the District-wide Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program including:
1. Staff plans to complete the installation of the Phase IV artworks.
2. Staff will implement enhancements to the appropriate Rotating artwork sites for increased visibility and aesthetics.
3. The Public Art Subcommittee will work with Staff to consider ways to expand the Program including the establishment of additional sites in each District and enhanced documentation for expanded outreach, impact and documentation for the Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program Phase IV.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9
STATUS:
1) COMPLETED. Staff completed the installation of all eight Phase IV artworks. 2) COMPLETED and ONGOING. Staff completed site improvements, landscaping and general cleaning at several Rotating artwork locations and will continue to look for opportunities to enhance artwork aesthetics and visibility.
3) ONGOING. Staff presented a list of possible expanded sites and alternatives in each Council District to the Public Art Subcommittee. Staff will continue to explore site options until sufficient funding and resources become available. Staff also created and distributed a re-designed program brochure documenting Series IV of the Rotating Public Art Program.
Public Art Collection Maintenance & Conservation
(Public Art Subcommittee)
Staff will advise Commissioners on conservation and maintenance needs of the City’s Public Art Collection including possible development of recurring consultation with a professional conservation firm. The Commission will explore opportunities for expanding artwork engagement including:
1. Renovation and expansion of the Pasadena Robinson Memorial artwork informational plaque.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #8, 9, 10
STATUS:
ONGOING. Updates to the Pasadena Robinson Memorial artwork didactic plaque are ongoing and Staff will continue to pursue renovation of the informational sign as funding and resources become available. Staff will continue to monitor public art maintenance and conduct routine cleaning of City-owned artworks as needed.
5 Artwork Concept Review Process
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will review established procedures and requirements for evaluating Artwork Concepts outlined in the Private Development Public Art Guidelines and the Capital Improvement Public Art Guidelines.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10
STATUS:
ONGOING. Staff regularly provides informational presentations to inform and remind the Commission of Private Development and Capital Improvement Public Art procedures and requirements, in accordance with the City’s adopted Guidelines. Staff also provides a review of the Commission’s role and evaluation criteria as a standard part of public art action items for review and approval.
6 Annual Grants Program
The breadth and depth of Pasadena's creative community has historically distinguished the City from many of the surrounding areas. Support to the individuals and organizations that provide cultural services to Pasadena is intrinsic to the mission of the Arts & Culture Commission. These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Connect Arts Education with Lifelong Learning, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Cultural Identity (Make Public Art a Part of the Physical Fabric of the City); and Dynamic Support System (Develop Additional Creative Habitat, Foster Bio Diversity, Pr omote Responsible Stewardship).
Objectives
Annual Grants Program: Restructuring
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Commission's Grants Subcommittee will continue to consider Staff’s recommendations for revisions to the Annual Grants Program Guidelines and Application, based on best practices, feedback from grantees and Panelists, to facilitate the application process and to expand the impact of the program to reach more audiences. The data generated from Data Arts (formerly known as the Cultural Data Project) will continue to serve as an additional resource for Panelists. The Commission will continue to support the implementation of Phase 3 of the Cultural Affairs Division’s Cultural Equity and Inclusion Initiative (CEII) for the Annual Grants Program in alignment with that of LA County. All Grants Program applicants now need to submit a CEII Statement, Plan or Policy (based on operating budget size) as an application requirement. Cultural Affairs will continue to represent the City as part of the Municipal Funders Group, which includes the local arts agencies for 6 cities and LA County, for refinements to the Grants Program Common Application.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Grants Subcommittee concurred with Staff’s proposed changes to the FY 2024 Annual Grants Program which introduced refinements to the Application and Guidelines intended to amplify the impact of potential awards.
7 Annual Grants Program: Technical Assistance
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Cultural Affairs Division continues to offer free Technical Assistance workshops that provide general grant writing techniques and a specific focus on the City’s Grants Program Application and Guidelines for prospective applicants. Technical Assistance is intended to provide more opportunities for local artists and arts and culture organizations to increase the quality of their applications and their ability to secure funding from a variety of private and public funders. Cultural Affairs Staff and the Grants Subcommittee will also focus on continued support and review of Cultural Equity and Inclusion efforts among Pasadena-based arts and cultural organizations and individual artists by considering the creation of supplemental scoring to recognize successful CEII efforts and to review a mid-year check-in with these organizations to assess what further support may be necessary to advance the CEII initiative. All Commissioners will continue to promote the Program and Technical Assistance opportunities through outreach to the community with particular emphasis on outreach to a diverse pool of eligible individual artists through a wide array of media channels.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 6, 7
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. Staff held three virtual Technical Assistance Workshops (February, March and April 2024) to answer questions and provide grantsmanship skills to participants. In addition, one Cultural Equity and Inclusion (CEI) Workshop was held in April 2024, open to all Pasadena based arts and culture organizations regardless of funding status to assist with their individual capacity and goals.
Annual Grants Program: Awards
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to oversee the Annual Grants Program through Staff’s recommendations for Program Awards each year. Cultural Affairs convenes Peer Panels to review all eligible applications and provide scores based on published criteria. The Grants Subcommittee will continue to review Staff’s award recommendations for concurrence prior to a formal Review and Approval by the Commission. Award recommendations are based on Panel scores and the Program budget as approved in the City’s Fiscal Year Operating Budget.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 5
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. Based on Selection Panel scores, requested amounts and the projected FY 2024 Operating Budget, Staff recommended 29 awards totaling $187,999 to fund 25 arts and cultural organizational programs and four individual artist projects.
8 Annual Grants Program: Outreach
(Grants Subcommittee, Community Development Subcommittee)
The Cultural Affairs Division, with support from the Commission, will continue to publicize all Commission-funded events, programs, exhibitions and performances to promote the high caliber of artistic productions made possible in part by City funding and to ensure public awareness and encourage participation—including online programming. The Community Development Subcommittee will strategize as to how best to continue outreach to community organizations and neighborhood associations to identify potential arts and culture collaborations and expand awareness of Commission programs. All Commissioners will continue to represent the City by attending Commission funded events and programs—as is feasible in person during the pandemic--and will make reports to City Council members as appropriate during the fiscal year. The Commission will employ various means to expand awareness of Annual Grants Program opportunities with specific emphasis on outreach to individual artists. The Commission will report regularly about event attendance monthly at Regular meetings.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Community Development Subcommittee members explored the feasibility of the “Surprise and Delight” concept with Pasadena BIDs to determine interest in collaborative street performances to enliven their respective districts. Commissioners and Staff attended many Grants Program funded exhibitions and performances.
9 Cultural Tourism
Working in partnership with the local arts and culture organizations, community groups, the Pasadena Convention and Visitor's Bureau and other organizations, the Commission supports economic and community development through cultural tourism.
These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Physical and Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Economic Growth (Expand Cultural and Heritage Tourism); Cultural Identity (Market Pasadena’s Cultural Identity); and Dynamic Support System (Foster Bio Diversity).
Objectives
Outreach to Arts Organizations and Local Businesses
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will consider opportunities to build stronger relationships between the business and arts communities as a part of the City's emphasis on Economic Development. Efforts may focus on expanding the economic impact of the arts in the City, finding opportunities for creative projects in underserved areas, expanding access to opportunities for artists and arts organizations, and foster programming that celebrates Pasadena’s history and culture. The Commission will engage with community groups, Business Improvement Districts, arts and culture organizations, artists, and others to find opportunities for collaboration. Specifically, the Community Development Subcommittee will engage and collaborate with Pasadena Heritage, the Pasadena Museum of History and local groups to support efforts to acknowledge the 150th anniversary of Colorado Boulevard and the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #9
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Community Development Subcommittee explored several possible opportunities to support arts and local businesses, including the “Surprise and Delight” street performance project, ways to support the City’s 150th Anniversary celebration of Colorado Boulevard in 2026, and the centennial celebration of Route 66. Several Commissioners have been active on the Ad hoc Route 66 committee.
10 ArtNight – Commissioner Engagement
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to work with Cultural Affairs Staff to identify opportunities and strategies to expand the impact of ArtNight programming and all Commission programs and projects.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 7
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Commission examined the ArtNight event structure and impact. Commissioners will work to expand outreach via their individual networks. Staff produced two ArtNight events which included 20 arts & cultural venues each (Fall 2023 and Spring 2024) which attracted audiences of 12-15,000 each. A total of 30 Mini-grants were awarded to individual artists to supplement venue programming (16 Fall 2023 and 14 Spring 2024).
Surprise and Delight Live Music Event
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to explore options for collaborations with the City’s Business Improvement Districts to support a live music event or performance series in public space. These impromptu or “pop-up” performances are intended to give residents moments of joy, levity and appreciation of Pasadena as an art-focused City. Further research on funding sources and feasibility will be initiated and possible venues will be clarified.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 8
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Community Development Subcommittee closely examined this again this year and found ongoing challenges for venues and budget. Discussions may continue in the future about the feasibility of producing this type of event.
11 Community Arts/Education
In acknowledgement of the importance of arts education for life-long learning, the Commission will continue to support local arts organizations and artists who provide arts education services and programs to the community .
These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Connect Arts Education with Lifelong
Learning, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Physical and Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Cultural Identity (Market Pasadena’s Cultural Identity); and Dynamic Support System (Develop Additional Creative Habitat, Foster Bio Diversity).
Objectives
Individual Commissioner Outreach
(Commission-wide Effort)
1. Continued individual Commissioner outreach to artists, arts organizations and to neighborhood associations.
2. Commissioners will continue to seek ways to increase accessibility and awareness of the City’s programs and opportunities for artists and arts organizations.
3. Engage with neighborhood associations, arts organizations, and other community groups about the Commission’s activities.
4. Continue to disseminate Cultural Affairs flyers, promotional materials and arts opportunities— including through personal social media channels—and explore the creation of new informational resources.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. Commissioners reached out to area art schools as well as arts organizations and their personal networks to disseminate Cultural Affairs generated information about Division and Commission programs and Grants-funded events. These efforts supplemented those made by Staff.
12 Guest Speaker Initiative
(Commission-wide Effort)
All Commissioners will develop recommendations for speakers/presenters to be included at upcoming Commission meetings and/or Retreats, as is feasible due to Pandemic restrictions. Recommendations may include local artists, arts organizations, arts administrators, historic preservation representatives, neighborhood associations, and others. This initiative is intended to help Commissioners learn more about the arts community and the needs of local artists and arts organizations.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Commission initiated invitations to guest speakers, including public artists and local arts organizations for first-hand experiential reports about their programs and public art development.
Partnerships with PUSD
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will continue to consider opportunities to build a strong relationship with the community and support PUSD arts education programs and resources.
1. PUSD My Masterpieces.
This program engages 1,000 PUSD second grade students annually through on-site field trips and public art education. The Commission will continue this ongoing partnership by providing Public Art Program Materials including the Public Art Walking Tour Brochure and other resources for students to learn about the City’s Public Art Collection.
2. PUSD Student Art Wall
Developed over 16 years ago, the “No Boundaries” exhibition program is a district-wide exhibition of artworks created by PUSD students. Commissioners will continue to support the program by volunteering to select exemplary artworks to be included in the exhibition and promote the program. Students receive an online award and are featured on the PUSD and Cultural Affairs Division website to honor students and highlight the District’s arts education programs.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 9
13 STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING.
1) The collaboration with PUSD for the 2nd grade My Masterpieces public art tours reached a total of 1077 PUSD students through 47 field trips with pre- and post- visit materials.
Rain days were addressed via video tours and in-class art making. Docent tours are led by Side Street Projects based on the City’s Our Town public art project funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.
2) A total of 54 students were honored by the Arts Commission’s selection panel with awards prominently posted at the PUSD No Boundaries exhibition. This year, those students were also provided with certificates of achievement as a lasting legacy.
Commissioner’s Public Art Tour
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will consider developing a video tour of the Rotating Public Art Program IV artworks.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. The Commissioners toured various portions of the City’s public art collection on an individual basis.
Local Media and Communications
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to seek ways to promote Cultural Affairs programs, events, and opportunities regarding on-going and new programs and Commission-sponsored events to garner media attention and activate a more substantial presence on social media.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
STATUS:
COMPLETED & ONGOING. Staff initiated a social media campaign last year to highlight designated state and national arts and culture months by posting information about local arts programming and events to expand awareness. Individual Commissioners have used their social media tools to promote Commission programs and funded events.
14 Cultural Nexus Principles & Policies
The nine Policies of Cultural Nexus expand upon the four Principles:
1. Participation
2. Economic Growth
3. Cultural Identity
4. Dynamic Support System
The Cultural Nexus Policies provide direction for the implementation of the broad principles as follows:
Policy 1: Support the efforts of the community's arts education providers in all three sectors of the field: in-school, before/after school and lifelong learning.
Policy 2: Promote cultural equity and community-wide access to arts & culture.
Policy 3: Support and develop Pasadena's cultural and creative workforce.
Policy 4: Provide Space for Pasadena's cultural and creative sectors. a) Develop cultural zones in specific areas of Pasadena.
a. Develop cultural facilities.
b. Maximize the use of existing cultural facilities and spaces; identify opportunities in non-arts mixed-use developments.
c. Address the space needs of Pasadena's cultural and creative workforce, including live/work, exhibition, rehearsal and performance space.
Policy 5: Expand awareness of Pasadena as a center of the arts & culture locally, regionally and internationally; to promote tourism; and expand cultural audiences.
Policy 6: Foster expanded and diverse leadership and increased interaction within Pasadena's cultural sector.
15 Policy 7: Develop new public and private resources for Pasadena's arts & culture sector. a. Explore new and increased sources of public funding for the arts and culture sector.
b. Develop new and increased sources of private funding for the arts and culture sector.
c. Develop new and increased non-cash resources for the arts and culture sector.
Policy 8: Establish the Cultural Nexus Trust.
Policy 9: Create a New Vision for Public Art in Pasadena. a. Appoint a Public Art Committee of the Arts Commission to advise on public art policy, program vision and provide long-range planning. b. Convene a Public Art Task Force of the Arts Commission to address public art policy issues and develop a long-range plan.
c. Increase the presence and awareness of public art throughout Pasadena.
16 Public Art Master Plan Policies
The ten Policies of the Public Art Master Plan are:
Policy 1: Use public art to reinforce Pasadena’s identity, weaving together culture, people, neighborhoods and ideas to create a memorable urban landscape that respects the past and builds for the future.
Policy 2: Embrace public art as a citywide urban beautification effort, using the access and strength of the City’s Cultural Affairs Division to build its collection of art in public places and to facilitate public art and public art partnerships with City Departments, private developers and arts and cultural organizations.
Policy 3: Celebrate Pasadena’s unique gateways to Downtown and neighborhoods – its freeway entrances, overpasses and off ramps – by enhancing them with the work of artists.
Policy 4: Employ public art to promote a more walkable city.
Policy 5: Commission public art that reinforces parks and neighborhoods.
Policy 6: Create a Public Art Overlay Zone that integrates with the “Bennett Plan” for the Civic Center area, primarily along Holly Street and Garfield Avenue, and builds upon existing public art within that area.
Policy 7: Refine the Public Art in Private Development Program to more actively contribute to Pasadena’s cultural and economic health.
Policy 8: Support ongoing temporary artwork Installations and performance-based arts events in areas with strong pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Policy 9: Expand the role of education in the Pasadena’s Public Art Program.
Policy 10: Allocate more funding for public art commissions and maintenance.
1 City of Pasadena, CA
Planning & Community Development Department
Cultural Affairs Division
ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION
FY2025 Work Plan
Robert Crook Commission Chair & Public Art Subcommittee (District 5) Joe Feinblatt Commission Vice-Chair, Grants Subcommittee Chair & Community Development Subcommittee (Representative, Mayor)
Gabriel Lizardo Commission Parliamentarian & Community Development Subcommittee (District 2)
Alex Jablonski Public Art Subcommittee (District 1)
Yolanda Sepulveda Design Commission Representative (District 3) Estelle Campbell Community Development Subcommittee Chair (District 4) Takako Suzuki Public Art Subcommittee (District 6)
Eric Hogensen Community Development Subcommittee (District 7) Blair Hansen Public Art Subcommittee Chair (At Large/District 1)
2 PUBLIC ART PROGRAMS
The City's first Public Art Program began in 1988 and was created for the Downtown and Old Pasadena Redevelopment Areas for private development. Since then, the Public Art Program has expanded to include all areas of the City, for private development and CIP public art projects. As public art continues to gain visibility in the community, the Commission will continue to support artists and arts organizations through partnerships and programs that seek to place public art throughout the community. These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Programmatic Access, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Economic Growth (Expand Cultural Heritage and Tourism); and Cultural Identity (Make Public Art Part of the Physical Fabric of the City).
Objectives
Private Development Public Art Program
(Public Art Subcommittee, Design Commission Representative) The Commission will:
1. Continue to engage closely with Cultural Affairs Staff to expand their understanding of best practices in the field specific to Public Art in Private Development, balanced against the City’s Private Development Public Art Guidelines.
2. Review for approval staff-recommended private development public art proposals.
3. Receive updates from Staff on private development projects that are subject to the City’s Percent for Art ordinance that will pay the 1% in-lieu fee.
4. Engage with Staff to expand their understanding of the Public Art Consultant’s role in the development of Private Development Public Art projects and continue to explore opportunities for expansion of the Public Art Consultant Approved List.
5. The Arts & Culture/Design Commissioner will continue to provide regular project updates between both Commissions regarding the City’s design projects, especially those impacted by the Public Art in Private Development Program by meeting regularly with Staff; and
6. Staff will continue to refine and distribute the Public Art in Private Development Public Art Guidebook, which is intended to provide a hands-on user’s guide to impactful public art development in Pasadena for private developers, public art consultants and artists.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 10
3 Capital Improvement Public Art Program
(Public Art Subcommittee)
Commissioners will continue to be assigned to represent the Commission on the development of all CIP public art projects that currently include:
1. Explore the development of a permanent, monumental-scale public art project sited within the Pasadena Civic Center District, to coincide with the 2028 LA Olympics.
2. Commissioners will review for approval the anticipated Concept Art Plans for the Robinson Park Recreation Center Capital Public Art Project and continue to receive regular projects updates from Cultural Affairs Staff.
3. Commissioners will continue to serve as a medium between the City and the community to promote all Capital Public Art projects.
4. Continue to engage with Cultural Affairs Staff to expand the Commission’s understanding of the Capital Improvement Public Art Guidelines, including project development and funding allocation.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10
Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program
(Public Art Subcommittee)
The Commission will monitor the continuation of the District-wide Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program including:
1. Staff will implement enhancements to the appropriate Rotating artwork sites for increased visibility and aesthetics, as needed.
2. The Public Art Subcommittee will work with Staff to consider ways to expand the Program including the establishment of additional sites in each District and enhanced documentation for expanded outreach, impact and documentation for the Rotating Public Art Exhibition Program Phase IV.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9
4 Public Art Collection Maintenance & Conservation
(Public Art Subcommittee)
Staff will advise Commissioners on conservation and maintenance needs of the City’s Public Art Collection including possible development of recurring consultation with a professional conservation firm. The Commission will explore opportunities for expanding artwork engagement including:
1. Conservation of the Topiaries artwork, by Christie Beniston located on Union Ave.
2. Routine conservation of the Pasadena Robinson Memorial located in Centennial Square.
3. Updates to the Public Art Walking Tour brochure.
4. Renovation and expansion of the Pasadena Robinson Memorial artwork informational plaque.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #8, 9, 10
Artwork Concept Review Process
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will continue to stay informed about and adhere to the guidelines and procedures for reviewing artwork concepts as detailed in both the Private Development and Capital Improvement Public Art Guidelines.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10
5 Annual Grants Program
The breadth and depth of Pasadena's creative community has historically distinguished the City from many of the surrounding areas. Support to the individuals and organizations that provide cultural services to Pasadena is intrinsic to the mission of the Arts & Culture Commission. These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Connect Arts Education with Lifelong Learning, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Cultural Identity (Make Public Art a Part of the Physical Fabric of the City); and Dynamic Support System (Develop Additional Creative Habitat, Foster Bio Diversity, Pr omote Responsible Stewardship).
Objectives
Annual Grants Program: Restructuring
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Commission's Grants Subcommittee will continue to consider Staff’s recommendations for revisions to the Annual Grants Program Guidelines and Application, based on best practices, feedback from grantees and Panelists, to facilitate the application process and to expand the impact of the program to reach more audiences. The data generated from Data Arts (formerly known as the Cultural Data Project) will continue to serve as an additional resource for Panelists. The Commission will continue to support the implementation of Phase 3 of the Cultural Affairs Division’s Cultural Equity and Inclusion Initiative (CEII) for the Annual Grants Program in alignment with that of LA County. All Grants Program applicants now need to submit a CEII Statement, Plan or Policy (based on operating budget size) as an application requirement. Cultural Affairs will continue to represent the City as part of the Municipal Funders Group, which includes the local arts agencies for 6 cities and LA County, for refinements to the Grants Program Common Application.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Annual Grants Program: Technical Assistance
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Cultural Affairs Division continues to offer free Technical Assistance workshops that provide general grant writing techniques and a specific focus on the City’s Grants Program Application and Guidelines for prospective applicants. Technical Assistance is intended to provide more opportunities for local artists and arts and culture organizations to increase the quality of their applications and their ability to secure funding from a variety of private and public funders. Cultural Affairs Staff and the Grants Subcommittee will also focus on continued support and review of Cultural Equity and Inclusion efforts
6 among Pasadena-based arts and cultural organizations and individual artists by considering the creation of supplemental scoring to recognize successful CEII efforts and to review a mid-year check-in with these organizations to assess what further support may be necessary to advance the CEII initiative. All Commissioners will continue to promote the Program and Technical Assistance opportunities through outreach to the community with particular emphasis on outreach to a diverse pool of eligible individual artists through a wide array of media channels.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 6, 7
Annual Grants Program: Awards
(Grants Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to oversee the Annual Grants Program through Staff’s recommendations for Program Awards each year. Cultural Affairs convenes Peer Panels to review all eligible applications and provide scores based on published criteria. The Grants Subcommittee will continue to review Staff’s award recommendations for concurrence prior to a formal Review and Approval by the Commission. Award recommendations are based on Panel scores and the Program budget as approved in the City’s Fiscal Year Operating Budget.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 3, 5
Annual Grants Program: Outreach
(Grants Subcommittee, Community Development Subcommittee)
The Cultural Affairs Division, with support from the Commission, will continue to publicize all Commission-funded events, programs, exhibitions and performances to promote the high caliber of artistic productions made possible in part by City funding and to ensure public awareness and encourage participation—including online programming. The Community Development Subcommittee will strategize as to how best to continue outreach to community organizations and neighborhood associations to identify potential arts and culture collaborations and expand awareness of Commission programs. All Commissioners will continue to represent the City by attending Commission funded events and programs and will make reports to City Council members as appropriate during the fiscal year. The Commission will employ various means to expand awareness of Annual Grants Program opportunities with specific emphasis on outreach to individual artists. The Commission will report regularly about event attendance monthly at Regular meetings.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6
7 Cultural Tourism
Working in partnership with the local arts and culture organizations, community groups, the Pasadena Convention and Visitor's Bureau and other organizations, the Commission supports economic and community development through cultural tourism.
These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Physical and Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Economic Growth (Expand Cultural and Heritage Tourism); Cultural Identity (Market Pasadena’s Cultural Identity); and Dynamic Support System (Foster Bio Diversity).
Objectives
Outreach to Arts Organizations and Local Businesses
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will consider opportunities to build stronger relationships between the business and arts communities as a part of the City's emphasis on Economic Development. Efforts may focus on expanding the economic impact of the arts in the City, finding opportunities for creative projects in underserved areas, expanding access to opportunities for artists and arts organizations, and foster programming that celebrates Pasadena’s history and culture. The Commission will engage with community groups, Business Improvement Districts, arts and culture organizations, artists, and others to find opportunities for collaboration. Specifically, the Community Development Subcommittee will engage and collaborate with Pasadena Heritage, the Pasadena Museum of History and local groups to support efforts to acknowledge the 150th anniversary of Colorado Boulevard and the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #9
ArtNight – Commissioner Engagement
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to work with Cultural Affairs Staff to identify opportunities and strategies to expand the impact of ArtNight programming and all Commission programs and projects.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 7
8 Surprise and Delight Live Music Event
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission may continue to explore options for collaborations with the City’s Business Improvement Districts to support a live music event or performance series in public space. These impromptu or “pop-up” performances are intended to give residents moments of joy, levity and appreciation of Pasadena as an art-focused City. Further research on funding sources and feasibility will be initiated and possible venues may be identified.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 5, 8
9 Community Arts/Education
In acknowledgement of the importance of arts education for life-long learning, the Commission will continue to support local arts organizations and artists who provide arts education services and programs to the community.
These Work Plan topics relate to the Cultural Nexus Master Plan Principles of Participation (Include Everyone in Creativity, Connect Arts Education with Lifelong
Learning, Ensure Cultural Equity, Improve Physical and Programmatic Access, Advocate for Arts and Culture, Make Programs More Available Throughout all Neighborhoods); Cultural Identity (Market Pasadena’s Cultural Identity); and Dynamic Support System (Develop Additional Creative Habitat, Foster Bio Diversity).
Objectives
Individual Commissioner Outreach
(Commission-wide Effort)
1. Continued individual Commissioner outreach to artists, arts organizations and to neighborhood associations.
2. Commissioners will continue to seek ways to increase accessibility and awareness of the City’s programs and opportunities for artists and arts organizations.
3. Engage with neighborhood associations, arts organizations, and other community groups about the Commission’s activities.
4. Continue to disseminate Cultural Affairs flyers, promotional materials and arts opportunities— including through personal social media channels—and explore the creation of new informational resources.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10
10 Guest Speaker Initiative
(Commission-wide Effort)
All Commissioners will develop recommendations for speakers/presenters to be included at upcoming Commission meetings and/or Retreats. Recommendations may include local artists, arts organizations, arts administrators, historic preservation representatives, neighborhood associations, and others. This initiative is intended to help Commissioners learn more about the arts community and the needs of local artists and arts organizations. The Commission may propose a joint meeting with the Human Relations Commission to explore areas of common interest.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Partnerships with PUSD
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will continue to consider opportunities to build a strong relationship with the community and support PUSD arts education programs and resources.
1. PUSD My Masterpieces.
This program engages approximately 1,000 PUSD second grade students annually through on- site field trips and public art education. The Commission will continue this ongoing partnership by providing Public Art Program Materials including the Public Art Walking Tour Brochure and other resources for students to learn about the City’s Public Art Collection.
2. PUSD Student Art Wall
Developed over 17 years ago, the “No Boundaries” exhibition program is a district-wide exhibition of artworks created by PUSD students. Commissioners will continue to support the program by volunteering to select exemplary artworks to be included in the exhibition and promote the program. Students receive an online award and are featured on the PUSD and Cultural Affairs Division website to honor students and highlight the District’s arts education programs.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 4, 9
11 Commissioner’s Public Art Tour
(Commission-wide Effort)
The Commission will consider supporting a bike tour and or in-person tour of the Rotating Public Art Program IV artworks.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Local Media and Communications
(Community Development Subcommittee)
The Commission will continue to seek ways to promote Cultural Affairs programs, events, and opportunities regarding on-going and new programs and Commission-sponsored events to garner media attention and activate a more substantial presence on social media.
Cultural Nexus Policies: #2, 5, 9
Public Art Master Plan Policies: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
12 Cultural Nexus Principles & Policies
The nine Policies of Cultural Nexus expand upon the four Principles:
1. Participation
2. Economic Growth
3. Cultural Identity
4. Dynamic Support System
The Cultural Nexus Policies provide direction for the implementation of the broad principles as follows:
Policy 1: Support the efforts of the community's arts education providers in all three sectors of the field: in-school, before/after school and lifelong learning.
Policy 2: Promote cultural equity and community-wide access to arts & culture.
Policy 3: Support and develop Pasadena's cultural and creative workforce.
Policy 4: Provide Space for Pasadena's cultural and creative sectors. a) Develop cultural zones in specific areas of Pasadena.
a. Develop cultural facilities.
b. Maximize the use of existing cultural facilities and spaces; identify opportunities in non-arts mixed-use developments.
c. Address the space needs of Pasadena's cultural and creative workforce, including live/work, exhibition, rehearsal and performance space.
Policy 5: Expand awareness of Pasadena as a center of the arts & culture locally, regionally and internationally; to promote tourism; and expand cultural audiences.
Policy 6: Foster expanded and diverse leadership and increased interaction within Pasadena's cultural sector.
13 Policy 7: Develop new public and private resources for Pasadena's arts & culture sector. a. Explore new and increased sources of public funding for the arts and culture sector.
b. Develop new and increased sources of private funding for the arts and culture sector.
c. Develop new and increased non-cash resources for the arts and culture sector.
Policy 8: Establish the Cultural Nexus Trust.
Policy 9: Create a New Vision for Public Art in Pasadena. a. Appoint a Public Art Committee of the Arts Commission to advise on public art policy, program vision and provide long-range planning. b. Convene a Public Art Task Force of the Arts Commission to address public art policy issues and develop a long-range plan.
c. Increase the presence and awareness of public art throughout Pasadena.
14 Public Art Master Plan Policies
The ten Policies of the Public Art Master Plan are:
Policy 1: Use public art to reinforce Pasadena’s identity, weaving together culture, people, neighborhoods and ideas to create a memorable urban landscape that respects the past and builds for the future.
Policy 2: Embrace public art as a citywide urban beautification effort, using the access and strength of the City’s Cultural Affairs Division to build its collection of art in public places and to facilitate public art and public art partnerships with City Departments, private developers and arts and cultural organizations.
Policy 3: Celebrate Pasadena’s unique gateways to Downtown and neighborhoods – its freeway entrances, overpasses and off ramps – by enhancing them with the work of artists.
Policy 4: Employ public art to promote a more walkable city.
Policy 5: Commission public art that reinforces parks and neighborhoods.
Policy 6: Create a Public Art Overlay Zone that integrates with the “Bennett Plan” for the Civic Center area, primarily along Holly Street and Garfield Avenue, and builds upon existing public art within that area.
Policy 7: Refine the Public Art in Private Development Program to more actively contribute to Pasadena’s cultural and economic health.
Policy 8: Support ongoing temporary artwork Installations and performance-based arts events in areas with strong pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Policy 9: Expand the role of education in the Pasadena’s Public Art Program.
Policy 10: Allocate more funding for public art commissions and maintenance.
ARTS AND CULTURAL COMMISSION
MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2023 - June 2024
MEMBERS
7/12/2023 REGULAR 8/09/2023 REGULAR9/13/20223 REGULAR9/15/2023 SPECIAL Annual Retreat10/11/2023 REGULAR11/08/2023 REGULAR12/13/2023 REGULAR1/10/2024 REGULAR 2/14/2024 REGULAR 3/13/2024 REGULAR 4/10/2024 REGULAR 5/08/2024 REGULAR 6/12/2024 REGULAR TOTAL
MEETINGS
ATTENDED
ATTENDANCE
RECORD
PERCENTAGE
CAMPBELL, ESTELLE
DISTRICT 4 P XX XX P P A XX P P P P P P 9 90%
CROOK, ROBERT
District 5 P XX XX P P P XX P P P P P P 10 100%
FEINBLATT, JOE
MAYOR P XX XX P P P XX P P P P P P 10 100%
HANSEN, BLAIR
DISTRICT 1 P XX XX P P P XX P P P P A P 9 90%
HARNAGEL, JAMES
DISTRICT 7 A XX XX P A A XX A 1 20%
HOGENSEN, ERIC
DISTRICT 7 A P A P 2 50%
JABLONSKI, ALEX
DISTRICT 1 A XX XX A A P XX P P A A P A 4 40%
LIZARDO, GABRIEL
DISTRICT 2 P XX XX P P P XX P P P P P P 10 100%
SEPULVEDA, YOLANDA
DISTRICT 3 A XX XX P P A XX A P P A P P 6 60%
SUZUKI, TAKAKO
DISTRICT 6 P XX XX P A P XX P P P P A P 8 80%
LEGEND
P - PRESENT
A - EXCUSED ABSENCE
U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
XX - CANCELED MEETING
NQ - NO QUORUM
CO-19 - CANCELLED DUE TO
INFORMATION ITEMS
7c. COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN ANNUAL
REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 – 2025
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 3, 2024
TO: City Council
FROM: Commission on the Status of Women
SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2023 through June 2024 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Recommendation:
This report is submitted for information purposes only.
Attached are the following:
• Report of Accomplishments for July 5, 2023, through June 5, 2024 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 5, 2023, through June 5, 2024 • Work Plan for July 17, 2024, through June 4, 2025
The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Commission on the Status of Women at our special meetings on June 5, 2024, and July 17, 2024.
Respectfully submitted,
Charlotte Lacey, Chair
Commission on the Status of Women
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 1 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Report of Accomplishments: 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 2 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), Rodriguez, Castellón, Lacey
Action Items:
• Completed - Drive awareness about women’s issues using data points via social media.
• Completed - Develop content calendar with input from the City Public Information Officer.
• Completed - 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.
• Discontinued - Ensure information included in the online Survival Guide is current and update as needed.
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 Council 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 3 • The Commissioners signed up to monitor the City Council meetings from October 2023 – January 2024.
September 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Lisa Derderian, (City of Pasadena Public Information Officer) regarding how the Commission can utilize social media to increase awareness of women’s issues.
• The ad hoc committee will develop a content calendar for utilizing social media to increase awareness of women’s issues and the work of the Commission that aligns with the City’s editorial calendar and will present the calendar to the Commission for review at the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 4. • Commissioner Allen reported she virtually attended the City Council meetings on Monday, August 21, and Monday, August 28 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Castellón agreed to monitor the City Council meetings on Monday, October 2, and Monday, October 16, 2023.
October 2023:
• Commissioner Urtecho-Garcia reported she listened to the City Council meetings on Monday, September 11 and Monday, September 18 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• The Commission created the content calendar and discussed the process to utilize social media and other marketing strategies to increase awareness of women’s issues and the work of the Commission with the community. • The ad hoc committee will discuss the content calendar and provide an update on the process for utilizing social media at the meeting on November 1. • Chair Lacey appointed Commissioner Castellón to the Advise City Council ad hoc committee.
November 2023:
• Commissioner Castellón reported she listened to the City Council meeting on Monday, October 16 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Dhanifu reported she listened to the City Council meetings on Monday, October 23 and Monday, October 30 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported the ad hoc committee will meet during the week of November 6 to develop the content calendar and will provide an update at the meeting scheduled for December 6.
• Chair Lacey reported that she worked with Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer to publicize the Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil event on social media and through local media.
• The Commissioners signed up to monitor the City Council meetings from February – March 2024.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 4 December 2023:
• Commissioner Thompson reported she attended the City Council meetings on Monday, November 6 and November 13 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Chair Lacey reported the ad hoc committee requested a sample content calendar from Staff (Osborne) to assist the ad hoc in creating a content calendar for the Commission.
• Staff (Osborne) reported the Legislative Policy Committee has requested feedback from the Commission on the draft language for a proposed Anti- Discrimination Policy for the City of Pasadena and the Commission will review the policy at the meeting scheduled for January 3, 2024. • The Commission recommended adding the following action item for the objective:
o Ensure information included in the online Survival Guide is current and update as needed.
January 2024:
• Vice Chair Rodriguez reported she attended the City Council meetings on Monday, December 4 and December 11 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported the ad hoc committee developed the content calendar to identify opportunities for the Commission to bring awareness about women’s issues and the work of the Commission through social media. • Vice Chair Rodriquez shared the identified women’s issues and messages created by the ad hoc committee and reported the information will be shared with Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer for posting on social media. • Commissioner Castellón requested feedback from the Commission regarding collaborating with the Senior Commission in updating the Survival Guide.
February 2024:
• Chair Lacey reported she virtually attended the City Council meeting on Monday, January 22 and stated the City Council did not discuss any items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Thibault reported she virtually attended the City Council meeting on Monday, February 5 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Thibault encouraged the commission to attend Mayor Gordo’s 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, February 29 at 6:30 P.M.at Caltech’s Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics. • Commissioner Castellón reported she spoke with Commissioner Celis from the Senior Commission regarding collaboration on the review of the Survival Guide and stated they agreed to share updated contact information on resources as appropriate.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 5 March 2024:
• Commissioner Thibault reported she virtually attended the City Council Meeting on Monday, February 26 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• The Commissioners signed up to monitor the City Council meetings from April – June 2024.
April 2024:
• Vice Chair Rodriguez stated the ad hoc committee developed the text for social media posts and Staff (Lopez) will confirm the status of the recommended post for Denim Day.
• Staff (Lopez) stated the Commission will receive a Proclamation in recognition of April as Sexual Violence Prevention Month at the City Council meeting on Monday, April 8. Vice Chair Rodriguez will speak on behalf of the Commission and Commissioners Castellon, Santell, and Thibault will attend the meeting in support of the Proclamation.
• Commission Harrington Roggero stated she virtually attended the City Council meeting on Monday, March 11 and March 25 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Dhanifu stated she attended the City Council Special Meeting on Monday, March 18 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Castellon provide an update on her review of the Survival Guide and recommended the information in Spanish needs to be revised due to several translation errors.
May 2024:
• Vice Chair Rodriguez reported she attended the City Council meeting on Monday, April 8 to accept the proclamation from the City recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and expressed appreciation for social media posts about the proclamation and Denim Day on Thursday, April 25. • Vice Chair Rodriguez reported she attended the City Council meeting on Monday, April 8 and virtually attended the City Council meeting on April 15 and provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission. • Commissioner Castellón reported she attended the City Council meeting on Monday, April 29 which was a joint meeting with Pasadena Unified School District provided an update on items that pertained to the work of the Commission.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed:
o Drive awareness about women’s issues using data points via social media.
o Develop content calendar with input from the City Public Information Officer.
o Monitor City Council meetings for agenda items relevant to the work of the Commission by reviewing the agendas for upcoming meetings, reading
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 6 the meeting minutes, attending the scheduled meetings, or listening to the meeting recordings.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action be discontinued:
o Ensure information included in the online Survival Guide is current and update as needed.
Status: Completed
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 7 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Empower Women
Objective Purpose: Provide opportunities for women’s empowerment
Commissioners: Lacey (lead), Allen, Thompson, Thibault
Action Items:
• Completed - Invite third party subject matter experts to educate the Commission and community members on current events/issues affecting women as identified by the Commission.
• Completed - Develop and manage annual Herstory event, to be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024.
• Discontinued - 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.
• Completed - Partner with the YWCA Pasadena & Glendale to plan a candlelight vigil to support survivors of interpersonal abuse in late October 2023 at City Hall.
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.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero reported that Chair Lacey was informed by staff at the YWCA Pasadena & Glendale that they would assist the Commission with organizing a candlelight vigil recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Pasadena by providing planning material, speakers, and engagement with a survivor of abuse.
• The Commission recommend adding the following action item to the objective:
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 8 o Partner with the YWCA Pasadena & Glendale to plan a candlelight vigil to support survivors of interpersonal abuse in late October 2023 at City Hall. • The ad hoc committee agreed to initiate planning the event with the following tasks:
o Follow up with the YWCA to confirm the date of the candlelight vigil in Glendale and information to assist with planning the event, potential speaker(s), and engagement with a survivor of abuse.
o Verify the dates for Week without Violence 2023.
o Contact Peace Over Violence regarding collaborating on the candlelight vigil event.
o Notify Staff (Osborne) of the chosen date for the event to verify availability of City Hall as the location.
o Coordinate marketing for the event with staff including creating an event flyer, adding the event to the City calendar and invitation to the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
October 2023:
• Chair Lacey announced the Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil will be held on Wednesday, October 25 from 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. on the front steps at City Hall and will contact the ad hoc committee to discuss the additional tasks that need to be completed for the event.
• Chair Lacey stated the event flyer will be sent to the Commission once it is approved by the City and encouraged the Commission to share the flyer with their networks to encourage attendance at the event.
• Chair Lacey announced the ad hoc committee will start planning the details for the Herstory event and will present the plan to the Commission for approval at the November 1 meeting.
• Commissioner Harrington Roggero removed herself from the Empower Women ad hoc committee.
• Chair Lacey appointed Commissioner Thibault and Commissioner Thompson to the Empower Women ad hoc committee.
November 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Mark Jomsky, City Clerk regarding City Charter review process.
• Chair Lacey thanked the ad hoc committee for their assistance with coordinating the Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil event and reported that the event was well received by the community partner organizations and the individuals in attendance.
• The Commission discussed the event and provided feedback for next year’s event, including logistical changes and additional ideas for publicizing the event. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
o Partner with the YWCA Pasadena & Glendale to plan a candlelight vigil to support survivors of interpersonal abuse in late October 2023 at City Hall .
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 9 • The Commission selected the theme and format for the Herstory 2024 event scheduled for Thursday, March 7, 2024.
• The ad hoc committee will meet to plan the details for the Herstory 2024 and plan additional events to recognize Women’s History Month.
December 2023:
• Chair Lacey reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, November 16 and created a Save the Date flyer, in English and Spanish, for the Herstory 2024 event and sent the document to Staff (Osborne) for approval. • Chair Lacey announced that Laura Farber, Past President of the Tournament of Roses, is confirmed to be the moderator for the event and the ad hoc committee created a list of potential panelists to contact to request their participation on the panel.
• The Commission discussed the composition of the panel and recommended additional potential panelists for the event.
January 2024:
• Chair Lacey provided the following updates about the Herstory 2024 event:
o The Save the Date flyer was approved by the City and the ad hoc committee will discuss the plan to distribute the flyer within the community. o Lupe Perez, founder of Green Splendor Landscaping in Pasadena, is confirmed as a panelist for the event.
• Commissioner Thibault reported that she contacted Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s Office to inquire if she is available to be the welcome speaker for the event and is waiting for confirmation. • The Commission discussed the possibility of requesting in-kind donations from the event attendees to help support local organizations that provide services or advocate for issues that affect women and girls in Pasadena. The ad hoc committee will develop a list of organizations to present to the Commission at the meeting scheduled for February 7.
• Staff (Osborne) stated that the refreshments for the event may require a health permit and will be provided by the City.
• Commissioner Castellón reported the presentation from the Women in NAACP (WIN) committee has been confirmed for the meeting scheduled for February 7.
February 2024:
• The Commission received a presentation from Jouslynn Griffin, Chairperson of Women in NAACP (WIN) regarding their programs that support women and girls in Pasadena.
• Commissioner Thompson reported that a representative from Peace Over Violence is available to present to the Commission regarding interpersonal violence at the meeting scheduled for March 6.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 10 • Commissioner Castellón recommended the Commission receive a presentation from a representative from the CORE (Community Overcoming Recidivism through Education) program at Pasadena City College regarding the services provided to support women who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.
• Chair Lacey reported the ad hoc committee met on January 15 and February 1 and provided the following updates regarding Herstory 2024:
o The Save the Date flyer has been uploaded to the Commission webpage distributed to the City Council and shared with community partners through social media. The ad hoc is finalizing the event flyer and will send it to the Commission once it has been approved for distribution. o Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathyrn Barger has been confirmed to give the Welcome Address for the event and the ad hoc committee has confirmed the following panelists: Lupe Perez, founder of Green Splendor Landscaping in Pasadena, Captain Jodi Slicker, Pasadena Fire Department and Dr. Armine Derdiarian, Dean of Career and Technical Education at Pasadena City College.
o The ad hoc committee finalized the program and is working on the questions for the panel which will be provided to the panelists prior to the event.
o Ten community organizations have been confirmed to host a resource table at the event and the ad hoc committee is contacting additional community partners about hosting a resource table.
o The City will provide prepackaged snacks for the guests and will verify if a health permit is needed.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item be discontinued for 2024-2025:
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.
March 2024:
• Chair Lacey provided the following update regarding the Herstory event:
o Informed the Commission of the program details including her welcome remarks and the recognition of dignitaries and former commissioners in attendance.
o Announced that Pasadena Media will record the event and broadcast the video online post event.
o Requested assistance from the Commission for the following tasks:
Take pictures throughout the event.
Supervise the food and beverage table to ensure items are restocked Staff the Commission table to provide information regarding the Survival Guide and the work of the commission.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 11 o Publicity for the event included:
The City uploaded the event flyer to the City Events calendar and the event flyer has been shared through the Parks, Recreation and Community Services social media accounts.
The City sent a press release to local online and print media and the event is included in the list of Women’s History Month events in Pasadena.
The event was shared through social media by the community partners, commission members and Councilmembers Jessica Rivas and Felicia Williams.
o Requested the Commission arrive at 5:00 p.m., if available, to assist with set-up and reminded everyone to wear their commission name badge. • Commissioner Thibault reported 16 community partners have agreed to table at the event to share information regarding their organization. • Staff (Lopez) reported that translation services will be provided for guests to translate the event program from English to Spanish.
April 2024:
• The ad hoc committee reported on the Herstory 2024 event, and the Commission discussed recommendations for next year’s event.
• The ad hoc deemed the following action item completed:
o Develop and manage annual Herstory event, to be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024.
May 2024:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
o Invite third party subject matter experts to educate the Commission and community members on current events/issues affecting women as identified by the Commission.
Status: Completed
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 12 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Empower Girls
Objective Purpose: Offer support to help girls achieve success
Commissioners: Dhanifu (lead), Castellón, Lacey
Action Items:
• Completed - Partner with local organizations to host professional skills workshops.
• Completed - Identify citywide young women focused programs to partner with and promote meaningful opportunities for growth.
• Discontinued - 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 ad hoc committee.
• Chair Lacey appointed Commissioner Dhanifu to the Empower Girls ad hoc committee.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Urtecho-Garcia provided the following updates:
o She contacted the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) to discuss hosting professional skills workshop for the teen girls and is waiting for a reply.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 13 o She spoke with Macy’s, Pasadena and stated that they have offered to provide skin care and professional make up class for the teen participants attending the professional skills workshop.
• Commissioner Dhanifu shared information from two recent articles she read about job opportunities for women in the defense industry and manufacturing. • Commissioner Dhanifu reported she met the Dr. Elizabeth Blanco (Interim Superintendent, Pasadena Unified School District), Lawton Gray (Principal, John Muir Early College Magnet High School) and Jimmy Francis (Executive Director and President, Rose Bowl Aquatics Center) to share information about the Survival Guide and provided the Survival Guide postcards to share with the community.
• The Commission discussed suggestions about distributing the Survival Guide postcards in the community and the need to update the resources in the book.
October 2023:
• Commissioner Urtecho-Garcia reported she met with Elizabeth Luna at the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) to discuss the possibility of hosting workshops for the girls participating in their program and get input on how to structure the workshops.
• Commissioner Urtecho-Garcia reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, October 4 to discuss the information provided by Ms. Luna and proposed the following details for the workshops:
o Start in either February or March 2024
o Participants will be middle-school age
o Held weekly for approximately 45 minutes
o Taught by subject matter experts for the selected topics o Topics: Hygiene, Self-care, Healthy Relationships and Environment/Conservation
• The ad hoc committee shared information about resources and subject matter experts for the workshops and will meet again on October 24. • Chair Lacey encouraged the ad hoc committee develop a plan of action for the workshops including task assignment, marketing, and budget.
November 2023:
• Chair Lacey reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, October 24 and discussed the workshops for the girls participating in the programs at La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC).
• Commissioner Dhanifu reported that the Pasadena Audubon Society has confirmed their availability to facilitate one of the workshops that will include a tour of the Washington Elementary Native Habitat Garden located at Washington STEM Elementary Magnet (WESM).
• The Commission recommended Tuesday, April 23 as the date for the workshop facilitated by the Pasadena Audubon Society and the ad hoc committee provided suggestions for the title of the workshops.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 14 • The Commission discussed the suggestions for the title of the workshops and recommended the ad hoc committee get feedback from the Teen Center participants to finalize the title that will be used to promote the program to the participants.
December 2023:
• Commissioner Dhanifu reported she met with the staff and participants at the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) and they chose “Empower and Celebrate Ourselves and Nature” as the title for the workshops. • The Commission provided input regarding the information to include on a flyer for the workshops and Commissioner Dhanifu will provide a draft of the flyer to Chair Lacey for review.
• Commissioner Dhanifu stated the Pasadena Audubon Society has requested 10 – 12 participants for the workshop. Staff (Osborne) stated that a permission slip from a parent or guardian is needed for workshop participants that are not participating with a formal Community Based Organization.
January 2024:
• Commissioner Dhanifu shared the draft flyer for the “Empower and Celebrate Ourselves and Nature” workshop and will send the flyer to Chair Lacey for approval.
• The Commission discussed the plan to distribute the flyer in the community and determined the flyer should only be distributed by the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) to limit the number of participants at the request from the Pasadena Audubon Society.
February 2024:
• Commissioner Dhanifu submitted the event flyer to Chair Lacey for approval and is updating the information requested by the City.
• Commissioner Dhanifu met with Elizabeth Luna at the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) and decided that the flyer will be distributed by Ms.
Luna to the teen community at the LPTEC.
• Chair Lacey appointed Commission Castellón to the Empower Girls ad hoc committee.
March 2024:
• Commissioner Dhanifu reported Chair Lacey updated the flyer for the “Empower and Celebrate Ourselves and Nature” event and it is pending approval by the City for distribution to the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) and Audubon Society.
• Commissioner Dhanifu requested the Commission receive training in the City’s style guide for flyers to help expedite the approval of the documents for future events.
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 15 • Staff (Lopez) will inquire about the training and provide an update to the Commission at the meeting scheduled for April 3.
April 2024:
• Commissioner Dhanifu provided an update on the “Empower and Celebrate Ourselves and Nature” event for the participants from the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 and shared a draft of a Certificate of Participation that will be presented to each of girls that participate in the event.
May 2024:
• Commissioner Dhanifu provided the following report on the “Empower and Celebrate Ourselves and Nature” event held on Tuesday, April 23 at the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC)
o Commissioners Castellon and Thompson assisted with the event and Councilmember Hampton also attended the event.
o Due to the weather, they were unable to take the participants to the Washington Elementary Native Habitat Garden located at Washington STEM Elementary Magnet (WESM).
o The Executive Director of the Audubon Society was very pleased with the event and is interested in partnering with the Commission on a potential event next year.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed:
o Partner with local organizations to host professional skills workshops. o Identify citywide young women focused programs to partner with and promote meaningful opportunities for growth.
• The ad hoc committee recommended the following action item be discontinued:
o Reimagine the Survival Guide with the intentional engagement of young women and girls.
Status: Completed
CSW Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 16 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 – Castellón
9th – Cancelled
16th – Castellón
23rd – Dhanifu
30th – Dhanifu
November 2023:
6th – Thompson
13th – Thompson
20th – Thompson
27th – Cancelled
December 2023:
4th – Rodriguez
11th – Rodriquez
18th – Cancelled
25th – Cancelled
January 2024:
1st – Cancelled
8th – Cancelled
15th – Cancelled
22nd – Lacey
29th – Cancelled
February 2024:
5th – Thibault
12th – Cancelled
19th – Cancelled
26th – Thibault
March 2024:
4th – Cancelled
11th – Harrington Roggero
18th – Dhanifu
25th – TBD
April 2024:
1st – to be cancelled
8th – Rodriguez
15th – Rodriguez
22nd – to be cancelled
29th – Castellón
May 2024:
6th – Thibault
13th – Thompson
20th – Thompson
27th – to be cancelled
29th – Lacey
June 2024:
3rd – Lacey
10th – Allen
17th – Allen
24th – to be cancelled
CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 17 Commission on the Status of Women
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
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
• No presentation
November 2023
• Presentation regarding the City Charter Review Process – Mark Jomsky, City Clerk, City of Pasadena
• Presentation from Casa Treatment Center regarding their programs and services for women – Magdalena Prado, Director of Business Development and Community Engagement
December 2023
• Presentation from The National Day Laborer Organizing Network regarding how the minimum wage impacts women in Pasadena- Julieta Aragon, Minimum Wage Outreach Coordinator, The National Day Laborer Organizing Network
January 2024
• Presentation from Friends In Deed regarding programs and services for women experiencing homelessness – Lindsey Reed, Director of The Women’s Room, Friends In Deed
February 2024
• Presentation from Women in NAACP (WIN) regarding their programs supporting women and girls in Pasadena – Jouslynn Griffin, Chairperson
March 2024
• No presentation
April 2024
• Presentation from CORE (Community Overcoming Recidivism through Education) program at Pasadena City College regarding the services provided to support women who have been impacted by the criminal justice system – Raúl Ibáñez, CORE Program Coordinator, Professor Ariana Flores, CORE Faculty Advisor and Adolfo Garcia, CORE Advocate for Equity & Justice
CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 18 • Presentation from Peace Over Violence regarding interpersonal violence and Denim Day – Ria Tirre, Community Engagement and Training Coordinator and Diana Briscoe, Violence Prevention Specialist
May 2024
• Presentation regarding Mount St. Mary’s University The Report on the Status of Women and Girls in California Conference held on March 22, 2024 – Commission María Castellón and Commissioner Jill Thompson
June 2024 - Annual Meeting
(updated May 1, 2024)
CSW Meeting Attendance Record FY 2023-2024. Approved June 5, 2024. 19 City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2023-2024
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2023 - June 2024
MEMBERS
07/05/23 REGULAR08/02/23 REGULAR09/06/23 REGULAR10/04/23 REGULAR11/01/23 REGULAR12/06/23 REGULAR01/03/24 REGULAR02/07/24 REGULAR03/06/24 REGULAR04/03/24 REGULAR05/01/24 REGULAR06/05/24 SPECIAL TOTAL
MEETINGS
ATTENDED
ATTENDANCE
RECORD
PERCENTAGE
CHARLOTTE LACEY
(District 7) A P A P P P P P P A P A 8 66.67%
VANESSA RODRIGUEZ
(District 5) A P P P A P P P P P P P 10 83.33%
BEVERLEY MORGAN-SANDOZ
(District 1) P 1 100.00%
ALICIA DHANIFU
(District 1) P P P P P P P P P P P 11 100.00%
ROBIN ALLEN
(District 2) P P P P P P P P P P P A 11 91.67%
JILL THOMPSON
(District 3) U P P P A P P P P P P P 10 83.33%
MARY URTECHO-GARCIA
(District 4) P P P P A 4 80.00%
MAURA HARRINGTON ROGGERO
(District 6) P P P P P A P A P P A P 9 75.00%
MARIA GUADALUPE CASTELLON
(Mayor) P P P P P P P P P P 10 100.00%
JENNIFER THIBAULT
(At Large/D7) A P P P P P P P P P
9 88.89%
KIM SANTELL
(District 4) P P P P
4 100.00%
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 12
P - PRESENT
A - EXCUSED ABSENCE
U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
XX - CANCELED MEETING
NQ - NO QUORUM
CSW Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 20
City of Pasadena Commission on the Status of Women
Work Plan: 07/17/2024 – 06/04/2025
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:
4. Study and examine conditions which indicate discrimination or prejudice encountered by women;
5. Recommend policies, procedures, programs, and legislation to promote and ensure equal rights and opportunities for all women in the city;
6. Consult with other public agencies and commissions on matters relevant to the commission.
FY 2024-2025 Ad Hoc Committees:
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #1: Advise City Council
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2: Empower Women
CSW Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 21
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #1 – Advise City Council
Objective Purpose: Promote economic equity & opportunity for women with a focus on marginalized groups.
Commissioners: Thompson (lead), Allen, Harrington Roggero
Action Items:
• Raise awareness about the gender pay gap and promote adoption of the California Equal Pay Pledge by city council and business community. • Encourage community participation through hosting two listening sessions to inform policy positions.
• Meet with individual city council members on a quarterly basis including relevant council committee members.
• Connect with subject-matter experts at monthly commission meetings. • Monitor the progress and response from the City to the Commission’s recommendation regarding privacy in campaign literature.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2023:
• Chair Rodriguez appointed Commissioners Thompson, Allen, and Harrington Roggero to the Advise City Council ad hoc committee.
• Commissioner Castellón stated she will abstain from being on this committee as she is unable to get an appointment with the Mayor’s office. • Commissioner Thibault stated she will reach out to her contact at the City of Glendale to schedule a presentation by their Commission on the Status of Women.
August 2024:
• Commissioner Thibault reported she confirmed the presentation from the City of Glendale Commission on the Status of Women for the September 6 meeting. • Chair Rodriguez requested a presentation to the Commission from a representative from the California Equal Pay Pledge.
• The ad hoc committee recommended adding the following action item to the objective:
o Monitor the progress and response from the City to the Commission’s recommendation regarding privacy in campaign literature. • The Commission signed up to observe City Council meetings from August – December 2024.
Status:
CSW Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved June 5, 2024. 22
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2 – Empower Women
Objective Purpose: Build relationships with community members and disseminate information to the public about the issues disproportionately affecting women.
Commissioners: Castellón (lead), Santell, Thibault, Aceves
Action Items:
• Promote awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Candlelight Vigil (October)
• Organize Speed Networking (upskill, resources) (January) • Organize Herstory event with focus on economic equity (March) • Partner with other city commissions to promote financial literacy and related economic issues
• Promote Denim Day (April)
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Rodriguez appointed Commissioners Castellón, Santell, and Thibault to the Empower Women ad hoc committee.
• Commissioner Thompson stated she will reach out to domestic violence shelters (Shepard’s Door or YWCA) for a presentation on services they offer to domestic violence victims in preparation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Candlelight Vigil.
• Commissioner Santell stated she will reach out to Pasadena Police Department about doing a presentation on handling situations where there are victims of domestic violence.
• Commissioner Allen stated she will reach out to her department’s Victim Advocates to do a presentation on services they offer for victims of domestic violence.
August 2024:
• Commissioner Castellón reported the ad hoc committee met on Thursday, August 1 and provided the following updates:
o The ad hoc committee contacted Peace Over Violence and the Glendale Pasadena YWCA to verify activities planned by the organizations to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
o Peace Over Violence has confirmed support for the Candlelight Vigil pending confirmation of the event date.
CSW Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 23
• The Commission discussed potential dates for the Candlelight Vigil and suggested Thursday, October 24 or Tuesday, October 29. The ad hoc committee will advise Peace Over Violence of the potential dates and confirm their availability to participate in the event.
• Chair Rodriguez appointed Commissioner Aceves to the Empower Women ad hoc committee.
Status:
CSW Work Plan FY2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 24
Commissioner Sign-Up to Observe City Council Meetings
July 2024:
1st – Cancelled
8th – Missed
15th – Missed
22nd – Missed
29th - Missed
August 2024:
5th – To be cancelled
12th – To be cancelled
19th – Castellon
26th – Castellon
September 2024:
2nd – To be cancelled
9th – Rodriguez
16th – Rodriguez
23rd – Thibault
30th – Thibault
October 2024:
7th – Aceves
14th – To be cancelled
21st – Aceves
28th – Santell
November 2024:
4th – To be cancelled
11th – To be cancelled
18th – Santell
25th – Allen
December 2024:
2nd – To be cancelled
9th – Harrington Roggero
16th – Harrington Roggero
23rd – To be cancelled
30th – To be cancelled
January 2025:
6th –
13th –
20th –
27th –
February 2025:
3rd –
10th –
17th –
24th –
March 2025:
3rd –
10th –
17th –
24th –
31st –
April 2025:
7th –
14th –
21st –
28th –
May 2025:
5th –
12th –
19th –
26th –
June 2025:
2nd –
9th –
16th –
26th –
CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 25 Commission on the Status of Women
Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025
To be scheduled:
• Presentation by Pasadena Police Department on hiring of female officers (Staff – Lopez)
• Presentation by female small business owners on practical tips for starting a business (Aceves)
• Presentation by Chamber of Commerce on small businesses in Pasadena (Aceves)
• Presentation by NAAPI community
• Presentation by Pasadena Public Health Promotores Program (Staff - Lopez)
July 2024:
• No presentation
August 2024:
• No presentation
September 2024:
• Presentation from the City of Glendale’s Commission on the Status of Women regarding how to enable change in your city - Diane Lambillotte, Chair, Glendale Commission on the Status of Women, Dr. Suzie Abajian, City Clerk, City of Glendale and Dr. Sophia Armen, City of Glendale
• (tentative) Presentation by Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office of Victim Services regarding services offered to victims of domestic violence (Allen)
October 2024:
• Presentation from Shepherd’s Door on services they offer to victims of domestic violence – Linda Offray, Chief Executive Officer
• (tentative) Presentation by Pasadena Police Department Special Victims Unit on assisting victims of domestic violence (Staff – Lopez)
November 2024:
•
December 2024:
•
January 2025:
•
February 2025:
•
March 2025:
•
CSW Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 17, 2024. 26 April 2025:
•
May 2025:
•
June 2025: Annual Meeting
(updates approved August 7, 2024)
INFORMATION ITEMS
7d. ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION ANNUAL
REPORT – FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 – 2025
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan FY2025
August 13, 2024
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS: JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024 AND WORK PLAN: JULY 1, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2025
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 June 13, 2023, the Commission elected David Cutter as Chair and Daniel Sheehan as Vice-Chair to serve until the end of the 2024 fiscal year. On June 11, 2024, the Commission elected Lauren Siegel as Chair and Laura Fleming as Vice-Chair to serve until the end of the 2025 fiscal year.
The EAC meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are held in the Hale Building Hearing Room located at 175 N Garfield Ave. Over this past fiscal year, the Commission met 12 times, including one special meeting. Please see Attachment B for the FY 2024 Attendance Record of each Commissioner.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
ANNUAL REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS – JULY 1, 2023 TO JUNE 30, 2024
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
On May 14th Principal Planner, Martin Potter, presented with Ursula Schmitt from PWP on the GHG Inventory, and specifically which Specific Plans incorporated climate adaptation designs. Joaquin Siques, Head of Transportation, attended this GHG Inventory Report presentation as well. Commissioner Sanborne followed up with Mr. Joaquin Siques for an update on transportation plans and programs included in the GHG Report and CAP.
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
On September 12, 2023, Alliance For Cooperative Energy Services (ACES) and the PWP team gave an in-depth update on the progress of the IRP.
On September 26, 2023 during a Special Meeting, the EAC drafted and finalized an IRP response letter for the Pasadena City Council in support of the City meeting the goal of sourcing Pasadena’s electricity from carbon-free sources by the end of 2030. This included recommending the Council to implement a robust accountability process to ensure that PWP remains on track to meet the City’s carbon-free electricity goal. This was signed by Chairperson David Cutter.
On November 14, 2023, Tim Brick, Executive Director of the Stewards of the Arroyo Seco, gave a presentation on the history and the necessity of a Utility Commission in Pasadena while emphasizing the severity of our needs for renewable energy goals.
On January 9, 2024, Commissioner Siegel gave an overview on the research she acquired about which cites have Utility Commissions throughout California, if they also have Environmental Commissions and what the charters stated as their purpose. This led to the establishment of the Utility Advisory Ad Hoc Committee which has been chaired by Commissioner Siegel with support from Commissioner Robb. The intentions here were to work with PWP to provide public oversight.
On February 13, 2024, the EAC Commission formed a discussion and voted on a Memorandum addressing the “Optimized” Plan being developed by PWP. With feedback EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
and recommendations from the Pasadena 100, the draft was voted on, finalized and sent to the City Council.
On April 9, 2024, David Reyes, Acting General Manager gave more insight on the Optimized Strategic Plan (OSP) and the contract with E3, as well as the new STAG.
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
Commissioner’s Siegel and York attended the State Water Project Tour on October 28- 30th, 2024, where they learned about the many challenges these water systems faced, such as transportation, farming, and environmental factors, but keep a strong emphasis on sustainability, management, and restoration.
On July 27
th, 2023 Commissioner’s Levy, York, Siegel and Sheehan attended the Metropolitan Pure Water Recycling Demonstration Plant to tour the pilot program of converting wastewater into drinking water. The city of Pasadena does not have a Letter of Participation as of now.
On April 9, 2024, Stacie Takeguchi, Assistant General Manager of Water came and gave the State of the Water presentation with an emphasis on the upcoming projects “Ripple Effect” and the Sunset Reservoir Project, including a series of mainline replacements in the future years. Lynn Chaimowitz, Assistant General Manager of Finance & Admin gave a presentation on the Water Fund and put an emphasis on PWP reinvesting in ourselves and managing costs to keep rates competitive.
On May 14, 2024 Stacie Takeguchi returned to the EAC with further updates on water conservation. Lynne Chaimowitz also returned to present on the Water Rates Study. This includes steps in conducting a rate study from start to final rate adoption, and where the City currently is. The EAC had drafted a letter in response to the Water Rates, which was voted on in favor and sent to City Council.
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
Commissioner Levy met with Tony Olmos of Public Works in July 2023 for an update on the compost hubs in local parks from the prior year. They have continued expanding these locations throughout Pasadena and hosted compost workshops and online training.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
Commissioner Siler volunteered to Chair the Waste Management Ad Hoc Committee with the assistance of Commissioner Robb.
On March 12, 2024, Christine Lenches-Hinkel from 301 Organics gave a presentation on composting including a good understanding of the long-term benefits brought about from it and the different technologies used to effectively manage this process. She explained how healthy soils can be developed though this process and how it can be used as a natural resource.
5. Urban Greening
a. Monitor implementation of Climate Action Plan Strategy #5 and provide feedback to staff and Council.
b. Participate in the Hahamonga Watershed Park Advisory Committee through EAC representation and engage in other relevant committees where appropriate.
STATUS: ON-GOING
During fiscal year 2024, the EAC was represented on the Hahamonga Watershed Park Advisory Committee (“HWPAC”) by Commissioner York.
On November 14, 2023, the Commission began an ongoing discussion involving the pros and cons surrounding Artificial Turf Bans. On January 9 th, the discussion on Artificial Turf
Bans continued with Commissioner Fleming, as well as two public speakers sharing their expertise on the negative effects of Artificial Turf. It was agreed that the EAC should provide the city with guidance on the next steps on whether to ban or allow artificial turfs.
On February 13, 2024, the Artificial Turf Advisory Ad Hoc Committee was formed with Commissioner Siler, Fleming, and York as Representatives.
On June 11, 2024, the Commission continued their discussions on the Artificial Turf topic, with Public Speakers Dianne Woelke and Anne LaForti sharing their expertise and concerns on the subject ranging from microplastics in our resting soil, all the way down to the ocean. This is a topic that was picked up by the Municipal Services Committee, which decided to send it back to the EAC and Parks and Recreation Commission to make a recommendation on residential turf and environmental impacts and playing fields respectively.
6. Adaptation and Climate Change Readiness
a. Review and monitor the Climate Action Plan’s Adaptation Strategies.
STATUS: ON-GOING
On November 14, 2023, the Commission discussed the upcoming Pasadena Sustainability Task Force and requested a speaker come in.
On January 9, 2024, Commissioner Siegel made a recommendation for creating Standing committees in unison with the EAC Workplan and Climate Action Plan. This includes Energy, Waste Reduction, Urban Design, Preservation and Enhancement of Urban Natural Areas, Transportation, Environmental Health, and Water. This process would EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
include dissolving non-used ad hoc committees and replacing them with relevant ones.
On February 23, 2024, the Standing Committees were formed with representatives for each of them.
On February 13, 2024, Brenda Harvey-Williams, Assistant City Manager, gave a breakdown of the early stages of this Sustainability Workgroup with a goal to bring together the Planning, Transportation, Finance, Water & Power, and Public Works Departments through monthly meetings to assess what programs are currently being implemented.
On April 9, 2024, Ursula Schmidt, Customer Program Manager with PWP gave brief history on the Greenhouse Gas Inventory from 2013 until now. She was able to break down the CAP from 2018 and the strategy to reduce Pasadena’s GHG emissions.
On May 14, 2024 Ursula Schmidt returned with Martin Potter, Principal Planner and the Project Manager from Rincon. Both gave multiple perspectives on the GHG Inventory and broke down how this project aligns the City with the current best practices and is the foundation for the CAP Update.
On June 11, 2024, there were further discussions involving concerns about the exclusion of certain topics from the GHG update model. The commissioners plan to draft a letter to council addressing these concerns.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
WORK PLAN – JULY 1, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2025
1. Energy
a. Monitor implementation of City environmental objectives related to energy, including Carbon-free by 2030 goal of City of Pasadena Resolution 9977 and including those objectives contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan, including but not limited to energy rates, and building decarbonization.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding environmental policy matters related to energy, as consistent with the Charter.
c. Participate in Optimized Energy Plan Technical Advisory Panel through EAC representation and engage in other relevant groups where appropriate. d. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote environmental objectives related to strategies listed in the CAP and updated CAP, including but not limited to energy efficiency, energy conservation, residential and commercial renewable energy programs and EV charging stations. e. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to environmental policy matters related to energy.
2. Waste Reduction
a. Monitor implementation of City solid waste reduction objectives, including those contained in the State of California SB 1383, Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding environmental policy matters related to solid waste, as consistent with the Charter. c. Evaluate community educational strategies for creating awareness for expanding composting and recycling infrastructure for residents, commercial, and events. d. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote environmental objectives related to solid waste.
e. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to environmental policy matters related to solid waste.
3. Urban Design
a. Monitor implementation of City urban sustainability objectives related to urban design and land use, including those contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan, General Use Plan and Specific Plans.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding urban sustainability policy matters related to urban design and land use, including but not limited to artificial turf as consistent with the Charter.
c. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote urban sustainability objectives related to urban design and land use, including but not limited to General Use Plan, Specific Plans, 710 stub and updates to Building Code related to sustainability and climate adaptation.
d. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to urban sustainability matters related to urban design and land use policy.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
4. Preservation and Enhancement of Urban Natural Areas
a. Monitor implementation of City objectives pertaining to the preservation and enhancement of urban natural areas, including those contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan, including but not limited to protecting and expanding the urban forest, and preserving and expanding greenspace to improve carbon-sequestration, reduce urban heat- island effect and enhance biodiversity through planting native plants and trees. b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding policy matters pertaining to preservation and enhancement of urban natural areas, as consistent with the Charter.
c. Participate in Hahamonga Watershed Park Advisory Committee through EAC representation and engage in other relevant groups where appropriate. d. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote objectives relating to the preservation and enhancement of urban natural areas. e. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to policy matters relating to preservation and enhancement of urban natural areas.
5. Transportation
a. Monitor implementation of City sustainable mobility and transportation objectives, including those contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding environmental and urban sustainability policy matters related to transportation, as consistent with the Charter.
c. Review and analyze initiatives, plans, and policy matters relating to or affecting vehicle miles traveled.
d. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote environmental and urban sustainability objectives related to transportation, including but not limited to Bicycle Transportation Plan, Complete Streets Improvement Measures and Pedestrian Plan, Transport Demand Management, Electric Vehicle Charging, EV and Transit Fleet, and Public Transit. e. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to environmental and urban sustainability policy matters related to transportation.
6. Environmental Health and Climate Adaptation
a. Monitor implementation of City environmental health objectives, including those contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding environmental health policy matters, as consistent with the Charter, the Environmental Justice Element as part of the General Plan, and Climate Vulnerability Assessment. c. Coordinate with Department of Public Health, relevant commissions, and stakeholders to improve and promote environmental health objectives including but not limited to environmental pollution, extreme heat, fires, destructive storms, droughts and other hazards that can lead to negative health effects, exposure, or environmental degradation.
d. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to environmental health policy matters.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
7. Water
a. Monitor implementation of City environmental objectives related to water, including those contained in the Climate Action Plan and in any updated version of the Climate Action Plan, including but not limited to Water Rates, Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, Water Savings Programs to Residents and Commercial including home improvement programs, groundwater, non-potable and greywater systems.
b. Provide feedback to staff and Council regarding environmental policy matters related to water, as consistent with the Charter, Climate Action Plan and updated Climate Action.
c. Evaluate community educational strategies and programs to increase water efficiency and conservation including Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, Water Savings Programs to Residents and Commercial, groundwater and non- potable systems.
d. Coordinate with relevant commissions and stakeholders to improve and promote environmental objectives related to water.
e. Create opportunities for stakeholders to be civically engaged as it applies to environmental policy matters related to water.
8. Climate Action Plan
a. Review, monitor, and provide feedback to staff and Council regarding the Climate Action Plan, the RFP for updated Climate Action, related reports and updates to the Climate Action Plan.
b. Review and provide feedback to staff and Council on annual GHG Inventory Report and Climate Action Plan Annual Reports.
c. Work with stakeholders, staff, relevant advisory bodies, relevant commissions, and departments to provide feedback on setting and attaining environmental policy goals, including those to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
EAC Annual Report FY2024 and Work Plan
FY2025 August 13, 2024
ATTACHMENT A
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION ROSTER
FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
July 2023
MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Vice-Chair Daniel Sheehan District 6
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Iesha Siler District 5
Jonathan Levy District 7
Vacant Mayor
Vacant District 4
Vacant At Large
August 2023
MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Vice-Chair Daniel Sheehan District 6
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Iesha Siler District 5
Jonathan Levy District 7
Heather Robb At Large
Vacant District 4
Vacant Mayor
September 2023
MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Vice-Chair Daniel Sheehan District 6
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Iesha Siler District 5
Heather Robb At Large
Vacant District 7
Vacant District 4
Vacant Mayor
EAC FY2024 Annual Report and FY2025 Work Plan
August 13, 2024
October 2023 - May 2024
MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Vice-Chair Daniel Sheehan District 6
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Iesha Siler District 5
Heather Robb At Large
Laura Fleming District 7
Mark Sanborn District 4
Vacant Mayor
June 2024
MEMBER DISTRICT
Chair David Cutter District 3
Lauren Siegel District 1
Suzanne York District 2
Iesha Siler District 5
Heather Robb At Large
Laura Fleming District 7
Mark Sanborn District 4
Vacant District 6
Vacant Mayor
EAC FY2024 Annual Report and FY2025 Work Plan
August 13, 2024
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMISSION 2023-2024
COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Climate Action Plan Draft Response Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Iesha Siler
Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee
EAC Representative – Suzanne York
Power Integrated Resource Plan Stakeholder Ad Hoc Committee EAC Representative - David Cutter
Water Ad Hoc Committee
EAC Representative - Daniel Sheehan
Waste Management Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Jonathan Levy, Iesha Siler
Utility Advisory Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Lauren Siegel
EAC Chair/Vice Chair Election Ad hoc Committee
EAC Representative – Iesha Siler, Heather Robb
Energy Committee
Committee Chair – David Cutter
Waste Reduction Committee
Committee Chair – Laura Fleming, Iesha Siler
Urban Design Committee
Committee Chair – Lauren Siegel
Preservation & Natural Areas Committee
Committee Chair – Suzanne York
Transportation Committee
Committee Chair – Mark Sanborn
Environmental Health Committee
Committee Chair – Iesha Siler
Artificial Turf Ad Hoc Committee
Committee Chair – Iesha Siler, Laura Fleming, Suzanne York
EAC FY2024 Annual Report and FY2025 Work Plan
August 13, 2024
ATTACHMENT B
INFORMATION ITEMS
7e. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT –
FISCAL YEAR 2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2024 – 2025
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
September 3, 2024
TO: City Council
FROM: Human Relations Commission
SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2023 through June 2024 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Recommendation:
This report is submitted for information purposes only.
Attached are the following:
• Report of Accomplishments for July 25, 2023, through June 11, 2024 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 25, 2023, through June 11, 2024 • Work Plan for July 2, 2024, through June 3, 2025
The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Human Relations Commission at our special meeting on June 11, 2024, and regular meeting on July 2, 2024.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandy Greenstein, Chair
Human Relations Commission
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 1 City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 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 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
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4: Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 2 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:
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 3 • 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.
September 2023:
• Chair Greenstein reported she contacted Robin Toma, Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission (LACHRC) to discuss she and Vice Chair Horton being guest members of the Transformative Justice Committee of the LACHRC) and requested information regarding meeting dates and locations.
• Chair Greenstein reported she sent a draft of the proclamation to support Bullying Prevention Month to Staff (Osborne) for review. • Staff (Osborne) reported she sent the draft proclamation to the staff at Day One, La Pintoresca Teen Education Center and the Pasadena Public Library, that partner with the City to support Bullying Prevention Month, for input and will provide an update to the Commission at the October 3 meeting regarding the status of the proclamation.
• Chair Greenstein will represent the Commission at the City Council meeting in October to accept the proclamation in support of Bullying Prevention Month. • Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Commissioner Robertson spoke with Councilmember Hampton to provide an update about the work of the Commission and discussed the recent incident that occurred in District 1 involving a dispute between neighbors. o Vice-Chair Greenstein will attend the meeting for District 6 Commissioners on Saturday, September 9, 2023.
October 2023:
• Staff (Osborne) reported the Bullying Prevention Awareness Month Proclamation will be presented at the City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, October 16 at 5:30 P.M. and Chair Greenstein will represent the Commission during the presentation.
• Update from Commissioners attending City Council District meetings and communicating with their Councilmember:
o Commissioner Gonzalez spoke to Councilmember Justin Jones about sustainable energy and recommended the Commission receive a presentation from Pasadena Water and Power regarding the rebates and incentives being offered for electric vehicles to share the information with the community.
o Chair Greenstein reported she spoke to Councilmember Jason Lyons regarding the status of the City Council’s request for staff to draft a comprehensive non-discrimination ordinance in Pasadena and hold discussions about the draft with the Human Relations Commission.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024 4 o Chair Greenstein reported she attended Councilmember Steve Madison’s Advisory Council meeting and Saturday, September 9 and spoke about the work of the Commission.
November 2023:
• Chair Greenstein attended the City Council meeting on Monday, October 16 and represented the Commission in speaking about recognizing October as Bullying Prevention Month.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed for FY2023- 2024:
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.
December 2023:
• Commissioner Young reported Councilmember Jessica Rivas attended the Pasadena United Against Hate: Allyship is Action! event held on Thursday, November 16.
• Commissioner Young will be attending the District 5 Commissioner Brunch on Saturday, December 9.
• Staff (Osborne) reported the Legislative Policy Committee has requested input from the Commission regarding the language of the proposed Anti-Discrimination Policy. She stated this item will be added to the agenda for the meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024.
January 2024:
• No update provided
February 2024:
• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
March 2024:
• Review continued to the April meeting
April 2024:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024 5
May 2024:
• Commissioners reached out to their respective council members.
June 2024:
• Chair Greenstein attended District 6 advisory board meeting.
Status: Completed
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 6
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:
• Completed - Partner with a local agency or organization that spotlights trailblazers in human relations within the City of Pasadena. • Completed - 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.
• Completed - Co-host an event to educate the public about the events at Mills Place to commemorate the installation of the updated plaques. • Continued - 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 plaque 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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 7
• Staff (Osborne) reported the City received proposals from two vendors to create and install the Mills Place plaques and she will provide an update on the selection at the Commission meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Young reported the ad hoc committee is working with Elissa Barrett to plan the United Against Hate Week event and requested the Commission create questions for the panel that will be scheduled for the event.
October 2023:
• Commissioner Young provided the following update regarding the United Against Hate Week event:
o The event title is Pasadena United Against Hate: Allyship is Action! o The event will be held at The Maxwell House on one of the following dates: November 14, 15 or 16 from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.
o Linda Bustamante, Program Manager with 211 LA County has been confirmed as a presenter
o The event will also include bystander/allyship training and local organizations are being contacted to provide the training. o Marketing information including a flyer, press release etc. will be sent to Staff (Osborne) for approval and forwarded to the Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer.
o Information about the event will be posted on the City of Pasadena Event calendar, United Against Hate Week website, Eventbrite and Mobilize. o United Against Hate Week will provide Pasadena Stands United Against Hate material for distribution in the community, if approved by the City. • The Commission discussed the event details and decided the ad hoc committee will attend the event to represent the Commission.
• Chair Greenstein reported she spoke with Gayle Reysa, Executive Director at Hahn and Hahn about identifying a representative from the firm to make a presentation to the Commission 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.
• Staff (Osborne) reported she spoke to Miguel Marquéz, City Manager regarding the status of the City Council’s request for staff to draft a comprehensive non- discrimination ordinance in Pasadena and stated the drafts are expected to be sent to the Legislative Policy Committee in November.
• Staff (Osborne) provided an update on the Mills Place plaque and will notify the Commission of the vendor’s timeline for completion when it becomes available to allow the Commission time to plan an event to commemorate the installation.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 8
November 2023:
• The Commission approved the sponsorship of the Pasadena United Against Hate: Allyship is Action!” event scheduled for Thursday, November 16, 2023. • Commissioner Young provided details about the event and will email the flyer to the Commission for distribution to their networks.
• Commissioner Robertson provided information about “Telling the Whole Story:
The Land We Are On,” a report by All Saints Episcopal Church that discusses the history of the ownership of the land in Pasadena and recommended the Commission discuss the report at the meeting on December 5. • Staff (Osborne) reported the vendor for the Mills Place plaque has received the language for the inscription and a sample copy of the plaque will be sent to the Commission.
December 2023:
• Commissioner Young reported on the Pasadena United Against Hate: Allyship is Action!” event held on Thursday, November 16, 2023, and stated there were 35 individuals in attendance including commissioners from other City of Pasadena commissions.
• The ad hoc committee will follow up to provide Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer, with information about the training provided at the event to post on social media.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
o 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.
• The Commission approved presenting a certificate of recognition to All Saints Episcopal Church for their report on the history of the church land. • The Commission discussed plans for the program to educate the public about the events at Mills Place to commemorate the installation of the updated plaques, scheduled for January 9, 2024. Chair Greenstein will represent the Commission during the presentation.
• Staff (Osborne) requested the Commission email Staff (Whitmore) as soon as possible with the names and contact information for individuals or organizations they would like to invite to the event.
January 2024
• The Commission co-hosted a presentation during the special meeting on Tuesday, January 9 to recognize two newly installed plaques that provide a historical background of the events that led to the fire of 1885 at Yuen Kee’s Laundry and the impact to Chinese residents in the community. • The special meeting on Tuesday, January 9 was held adjacent to 33 West Green Street, the site of the first plaque and attendees heard remarks from City representatives, and historical stakeholders. At the conclusion of the meeting, attendees visited the second plaque adjacent to 33 South Fair Oaks Avenue, which is near the original façade of the laundry building.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 9 February 2024:
• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
March 2024:
• Review continued to the April meeting
April 2024:
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed:
o Partner with a local agency or organization that spotlights trailblazers in human relations within the City of Pasadena.
o Co-host an event to educate the public about the events at Mills Place to commemorate the installation of the updated plaques.
May 2024:
• No update provided
June 2024:
• The Commission honored Sheldon Epps, former Director of Pasadena Playhouse, with a Certificate of Recognition, on May 17th, at Caltech
Status: Completed
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 10
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Collaborations
Objective Purpose: Identify and bring attention to collaborations in the City of Pasadena to provide assistance to community leaders and groups and/or promote goodwill and better relations.
Commissioners: Horton (lead), Gonzalez, Greenstein
Action Items:
• Completed - Invite speakers to populate the Presentation Calendar for FY 2023- 2024.
• Continued - Continue and expand the Commission’s collaboration with Western Justice Center.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - 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.
• Completed - Recognize local leaders and organizations that bring attention to human relations issues to the Commission.
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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 11 • 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 will follow up to determine the feasibility of collaborating with the 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.
September 2023:
• Vice Chair Horton reported he met with Mark Jomsky, City Clerk, to discuss the City’s plans to encourage voter registration on National Voter Registration Day and Mr. Jomsky suggested the Commission could assist at Voter Registration tables at separate locations in Pasadena.
• The Commission approved participating in voter registration activities in September 2023 by assisting at voter registration tables on Tuesday, September 19 at Pasadena City College, and Pasadena Public Library branches. Vice Chair Horton will follow up to confirm the schedule for volunteering and contact the Commission to verify their availability.
• Vice Chair Horton reported he confirmed the Los Angeles County Registrar is available to present at the Commission meeting in January regarding the new voting laws.
• Chair Greenstein reported she contacted Gregory Mann with the California Civil Right Department to discuss a presentation to the Commission regarding the services provided by the Community Conflict Resolution Unit (CCRU). • The ad hoc committee recommended the removal of the presentation from 211 LA regarding the hate incident reporting systems.
October 2023:
• Vice Chair Horton thanked the Commissioners that volunteered to assist at the Voter Registration tables on September 19 and the Commissioners shared their experiences assisting at the tables.
• Vice Chair Horton will work with the City to arrange for the Commission to assist with Voter Registration activities in January 2024 in advance of the primary elections in March 2024.
• Commissioner Young announced the Western Justice Center will collaborate with the Commission for the United Against Hate Week event.
November 2023:
• The Commission received the following presentations:
o Presentation from Dr. Tashiana Bryant-Myrick regarding the Caltech Center for Inclusion and Diversity programs.
o Presentation from Gregory Mann regarding the California Civil Rights Department Community Conflict Resolution Unit (CCRU).
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 12
o Presentation from Carla Hegwood and Jan Gov regarding the Early Equity Kits for Children provided by the Pasadena Public Library. • The ad hoc committee will research partnering with the Caltech Center for Inclusion and Diversity for their Celebration of Excellence event. • The Commission approved participating in voter registration activities in January 2024. Commissioner Horton will follow up with the City Clerk to identify opportunities for Commission participation and provide an update at the meeting scheduled for December 5.
December 2023:
• The Commission received a presentation from Lisa Derderian (Public Information Officer) regarding the City’s response to incidents of misinformation and disinformation in the community.
• Chair Greenstein provided an update from Vice Chair Horton regarding the presentation from the Los Angeles County Registrar scheduled for January 2024 and requested the presentation be scheduled for a later date. • Commissioner Young reported she confirmed the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center has agreed to provide a speaker for a presentation to the Commission in the Spring of 2024 and the Commission tentatively scheduled the presentation for May 2024.
• Commissioner Bay reported he attended the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center “2023 State of Queer and Transgender Pride in the SGV” event on Thursday, November 16 and provided information shared by the youth during a panel presentation at the event regarding the safety and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ youth. • The ad hoc committee recommended adding the following action item for the objective:
o Recognize local leaders and organizations that bring attention to human relations issues to the Commission.
January 2024:
• No update provided
February 2024:
• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
March 2024:
• Review continued to the April meeting
April 2024:
• The Commission received a presentation from the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center regarding the safety and wellbeing of the San Gabriel LGBTQ+ community.
• The ad hoc committee deemed the following action items completed:
o Invite speakers to populate the Presentation Calendar for FY 2023-2024.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 13
o 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:
• LGBTQIA+ rights
• Local, state, and national elections.
o Recognize local leaders and organizations that bring attention to human relations issues to the Commission.
May 2024:
• The Commission received a presentation from Dr. Gilbert Walton regarding recommended research that can contribute to restorative justice for groups affected by racial housing covenants in Pasadena.
• Commissioner Young reported she and Chair Greenstein met with Western Justice Center staff to plan the Pasadena vs. Hate event. Event is scheduled for Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Western Justice Center.
June 2024:
• Commissioner Young and Chair Greenstein report they actively planning the Pasadena vs Hate event over several meetings.
• Commissioner Gonzalez stated he collaborated with Councilmember Justin Jones to provide certificates of recognition for Latino high school graduates, which were presented on May 19.
Status: Completed
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 14
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Improve the Effectiveness of the Human Relations Commission
Objective Purpose: To build the impact of Commission activities and our impact in our community through effective communication, follow-through, and accountability.
Commissioners: Robertson (lead), Greenstein
Action Items:
• Completed - Conduct regular follow up of ongoing Commission activities, such as, but not limited to: Mills Place plaque installation, removal of portraits and plaques identified as commemorating racist persons and policies from City buildings, and the City’s adoption of the 211 LA vs. hate resources. • Completed - Keep informed of the activities of Human Relations Commissions 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 on the selection 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 submit to the Pasadena Police Department for discussion during their presentation at the Commission meeting scheduled for September 5.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 15
• 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.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Robertson requested Staff (Osborne) to follow up with the Pasadena Police Department regarding the questions submitted by the Commission about the reporting of hate crimes and incidents in Pasadena to ensure the information will be provided at the Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 3.
• Staff (Osborne) provided an update on the Mills Place plaques and will provide an estimated date the plaques will be completed at the next scheduled Commission meeting.
• Staff (Osborne) provided an update on the Commission recommendation to the City Council regarding the adoption of the 211 LA hate incident reporting and stated the recommendation will be returned to the Commission to either be updated with a new date or the Commission can contact their Councilmember to advocate for action to be taken on the recommendation. The Commission will discuss these options at the meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 3. • Commissioner Robertson provided information from an article in Pasadena Now on August 30 regarding the City Council’s request for staff to draft a comprehensive non-discrimination ordinance in Pasadena and hold discussions about the draft with the Human Relations Commission. Commissioner Robertson requested Staff (Osborne) to follow up to verify the status of draft ordinance and the request to discuss the draft ordinance with the Commission. • Commissioner Robertson encouraged the Commission to research the existing non-discrimination ordinances in the City in preparation for the discussion.
October 2023:
• Chair Greenstein reported she virtually attended the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission meeting and the Transformative Justice ad hoc committee meeting on Monday, September 11, and shared information from the meeting pertinent to the work of the Commission.
• Staff (Osborne) provided an update on the Mills Place plaques and stated the Commission will be able to see a sample of the plaque at a future meeting before it is finalized and installed.
November 2023:
• Chair Greenstein reported Commissioner Horton and herself virtually attended the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission Transformative Justice ad hoc committee meeting on Monday, November 6, and shared information from the meeting pertinent to the work of the Commission.
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 16
• Chair Greenstein reported she received a document that the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department provides to individuals that are victims of hate crimes and incidents. The ad hoc committee will research how the document can be utilized by the Pasadena Police Department.
• The ad hoc committee will discuss how the Commission can collaborate with the Pasadena Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the Community Conflict Resolution Unit (CCRU) to address hate crimes and hate incidents in Pasadena.
December 2023:
• Staff (Osborne) will contact Chief Harris, Pasadena Police Department, regarding the Commission’s recommendation of the adoption of the 211 LA hate incident reporting system and will provide an update to the Commission at their next regularly scheduled meeting on February 6.
• Staff (Osborne) shared a picture of the Mills Place plaque and provided an update on the timeline for the installation of the plaques. • The Commission approved the cancellation of their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024, and scheduled a special meeting for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, to coincide with the event to commemorate the installation of the Mills Place plaques.
January 2024:
• The Mills Place Alley plaques were completed and installed on Tuesday, January
9. The plaques are installed on the east side of the building located at 33 West Green Street and on a stand in front of the building located at 33 South Fair Oaks Avenue, which is near the original façade of the laundry building. • The Commission held a special meeting on Tuesday, January 9 adjacent to 33 West Green Street, the site of the first plaque, and attendees heard remarks from City representatives, and stakeholders.
• During the special meeting held on Tuesday, January 9, Jubilee Byfield, Field Representative for Congresswoman Judy Chu presented a Certificate of Congressional Recognition to the Commission in recognition of the unveiling of historical plaques. Chair Greenstein accepted the certificate on behalf of the Commission.
February 2024:
• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
March 2024:
• Review continued to the April meeting
April 2024:
• The ad hoc committee revised the following action item and deemed the action item completed:
o Conduct regular follow up of ongoing Commission activities, such as, but not limited to: Mills Place plaque installation, removal of portraits and
HRC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 17
o plaques identified as commemorating racist persons and policies from City buildings, and the City’s adoption of the 211 LA vs. hate resources. • The ad hoc committee deemed the following action item completed:
o Keep informed of the activities of Human Relations Commissions in other government entities as well as other City of Pasadena commissions.
May 2024:
• No update provided
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 18 Human Relations Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
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 Parks, Recreation and Community Services regarding Latino Heritage Month Celebrations - Pamela Cantero, Recreation and Community Services Superintendent
November 2023
• Presentation regarding the Caltech Center for Inclusion and Diversity programs - Dr. Tashiana Bryant-Myrick, Director
• Presentation from the California Civil Rights Department regarding the Community Conflict Resolution Unit (CCRU) – Gregory Mann, Senior Attorney Mediator
• Presentation from the Pasadena Library regarding Early Equity Kits for Children – Carla Hegwood, Early Development Coordinator, Office of the Young Child
December 2023
• Presentation from the City of Pasadena Public Information Officer regarding the City’s response to incidents of misinformation and disinformation in the community – Lisa Derderian, Public Information Officer
January 2024
• Presentation regarding the installation of the Mills Place plaques recognizing inaccuracies pertaining to a Chinese business and settlers in Pasadena.- Sandy Greenstein, Chair, Human Relations Commission
February 2024
• Meeting cancelled
March 2024
• Presentation from the Design and Historic Preservation Division regarding Historic Places in Pasadena project – Kevin Johnson, Principal Planner Planning and Community Development Department
HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 19 April 2024
• Presentation regarding discrimination of Asian-Americans in Pasadena – Kaz Doi, Pasadena resident and Community Activist
• Presentation from the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center regarding mis- and dis- information affecting the LGBTQIA+ community and the safety and wellbeing of LQBTQIA+ youth – Camila Camaleón, President, Board of Directors
May 2024
• Presentation from Making Housing and Community Happen regarding recommended research that can contribute to restorative justice for groups affected by racial housing covenants in Pasadena – Dr. Gilbert Walton
June 2024: Annual Meeting
(updated June 12, 2024)
HRC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 20 City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2023-2024
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2023 - June 2024
MEMBERS
07/04/23 REGULAR07/25/23 SPECIAL08/01/23 REGULAR08/09/23 SPECIAL09/05/23 REGULAR10/3/23 REGULAR11/07/23 REGULAR12/05/23 REGULAR1/2/2024 REGULAR01/09/24 SPECIAL 02/06/24 REGULAR03/05/24 REGULAR03/13/24 SPECIAL04/02/24 REGULAR05/07/24 REGULAR06/12/24 SPECIAL
TOTAL MEETINGS
ATTENDED
ATTENDANCE
RECORD
PERCENTAGE
SANDY GREENSTEIN
(District 6) XX P XX P P P P P XX P NQ XX P P P P 11 100.00%
JONATHAN HORTON
(District 2) XX A XX P P P P A XX P NQ XX P P P P 9 81.82%
WILHELMINA ROBERTSON
(District 1) XX P XX P P A P P XX U NQ XX P P P P 9 81.82%
RENE GONZALEZ
(District 3) XX U XX A P P P P XX P NQ XX P P A P 8 72.73%
KEVORK KEUSHKERIAN
(District 4) XX P XX P P P P P XX P NQ XX A A P P 9 81.82%
KATIE YOUNG
(District 5) XX P XX A P P P P XX P NQ XX P P P P 10 90.91%
DANIEL BAY
(District 7) P A A P XX P NQ XX P A A P 5 55.56%
HAMED SHIRMOHAMMADI
(At Large/District 4) XX P XX U U U U U XX U NQ XX U 1 12.50% LEGEND Total Meetings Held 11
P - PRESENT
A - EXCUSED ABSENCE
U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
XX - CANCELED MEETING
NQ - NO QUORUM
HRC Work Plan FY 2024-2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 21
City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission
Work Plan: 07/02/2024 – 06/03/2025
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 2024-2025 Objectives:
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1: Advise and Engage City Government Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2: Inform, Engage, and Support the Pasadena Community
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3: Cultivate Partnerships
HRC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved June 11, 2024. 22
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Advise and Engage City Government
Objective Purpose: Advise and engage City Government on Human Relations issues of local and national concern to better human relations in City government and among the diverse Pasadena community.
Commissioners: Robertson, Horton, Gonzalez
Action Items:
• Inform City Council on Human Relations issues of local and national concern, both current and historic
• Follow up on the status of commission priorities including the City’s anti- discrimination policy and the removal of portraits/plaques commemorating racist persons or policies from City buildings
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024
• The Commission received a presentation from representatives from Hahn & Hahn LLP and Pasadena-Foothills REALTORS© which acknowledged past involvement in a historical “hate campaign” that continues to have ramifications on people of color. They presented their educational efforts to increase public, private school, and college students at PCC’s knowledge and awareness of the damaging historical events.
o Commissioner and public comments included the following questions:
1. Will Hahn and Hahn make a public apology for their actions like the National Association of Realtors did?
2. What will success look like if educational efforts are successful? o Commissioners recommended that school children should be asked for recommendations for additional things Hahn and Hahn can do to make amends for their past actions. The Commission’s next step will be to schedule an ad hoc meeting to determine additional ways that the Commission can collaborate with Hahn and Hahn LLP.
• Chair Greenstein appointed Vice Chair Horton and Commissioner Gonzalez ed to the Advise and Engage City Government ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• Vice Chair Horton reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, July 17 to discuss the presentation from Hahn and Hahn LLP and provided the following updates:
o The ad hoc committee agreed that Hahn and Hahn are engaging the community and impacted organizations to make amends for their involvement in a historical “hate campaign” in Pasadena and that the issue is beyond the expertise of the Commission.
HRC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 23
o The ad hoc recommends that the Commission request monthly or semi- monthly updates from Hahn and Hahn on the progress of their proposed education program for Pasadena students to increase knowledge and awareness of the damaging historical events.
o The ad hoc committee also recommends the Commission request a follow up presentation from Hahn and Hahn in six months for an update on their work with the community and the impacted organizations. • The Commission discussed additional ways the City can address restorative justice for the communities affected by the historical ‘hate campaign” including the following:
o Draft a statement regarding the need for restorative justice and request the City Council to publicly acknowledge the historical events in the City. o Follow up with Councilmembers appointed by Mayor Gordo to the task force or special committee to research and recommend a restorative justice plan for the City.
o Follow up to request the status of the Commission’s recommendation to the City Council regarding the removal of the portraits and plaques commemorating racists persons and polices from City buildings. • Staff (Osborne) stated she will follow up with the City Manager to verify the status of the City’s anti-discrimination policy and provide an update to the Commission in November.
Status:
HRC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved June 11, 2024. 24
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Inform, Engage and Support the Pasadena Community
Objective Purpose: Offer information and programming to promote goodwill.
Commissioners: Young, Gonzalez, Greenstein
Action Items:
• Spotlight a human relations trailblazer from the City of Pasadena • Participate in United Against Hate Week 2024
• Identify events in Pasadena’s history that have shaped and impacted human relations today, in order to promote awareness, accountability, healing, and progress
• Explore methods for the public to report human relations concerns to the commission
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024
• Commissioner Robertson reminded the commission there will be cost associated with the first two action items.
• Commissioner Young reported she and Chair Greenstein met with Elissa Barrett of the Western Justice Center to discuss and plan the United Against Hate Week 2024 event taking place on Sunday, September 22, 2024.
August 2024:
• Chair Greenstein stated the ad hoc committee will need to discuss the process for selection and how to recognize the human relations trailblazer at a meeting tentatively scheduled for May 2025.
• Chair Greenstein provided the following update regarding the United Against Hate Week event:
o This year’s event will be held on Sunday, September 22 from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. at the Maxwell House and is being promoted as a family event. o The Commission is partnering with the Western Justice Center to plan the event, and the Los Angeles County United Against Hate committee is providing marketing material such as posters and yard signs to distribute to the community.
o The Pasadena Boys & Girls Club will be providing art activities, and the Western Justice Center Youth Empowerment Program participants will provide a healing activity for the attendees.
o Invitations for the event will be emailed to community members and local organizations and reservations will be required to ensure the location is able to accommodate the number of attendees. The Commission provided suggestions for individuals and organization to be included on the invitation list.
HRC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 25
o Chair Greenstein requested assistance from Staff (Osborne) regarding the management of the parking lot during the event and notifying the Pasadena Police Department of the event.
• Commissioner Gonzalez reported he assisted at the Commission table during Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Block Party and suggested the Commission create a survey or form that can be distributed to the community to gather input on human relations concerns in Pasadena.
Status:
HRC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 26
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Cultivate Partnerships
Objective Purpose: Promote information sharing among organizations that facilitate peaceful relations, goodwill, or welfare among persons and groups in the Pasadena community
Commissioners: Young, Greenstein
Action Items:
• Invite speakers to populate the Presentation Calendar for FY 2024-2025 • Enhance the Commission’s collaboration with Western Justice Center • Partner with existing organizations to engage youth in commission initiatives • Support Pasadena Police Department in the implementation of 211LA in response to hate incidents
• Support City’s Bullying Prevention month programming in October 2024.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024
• The Commission received a draft of Pasadena’s Police Department 211 flyer to review and make suggestions for editing.
• Commissioner Gonzalez has suggested a speaker from the Sister City Committee to be added to the presentation calendar for October 2024 to help build community relations and promote education and goodwill.
August 2024:
• Chair Greenstein requested Bullying Prevention Month material from Staff (Osborne) to display at the United Against Hate event.
• Commissioner Robertson requested a presentation regarding “Hate Maps”. • Chair Greenstein agreed to research a potential presentation from the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Status:
HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 27 Human Relations Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025
To be scheduled:
July 2024
• Presentation by Gail Reysa, Executive Director of Hahn & Hahn LLP, and Rian Barrett of Pasadena-Foothills REALTORS© regarding 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
August 2024
• No presentation
September 2024
• No presentation
October 2024
• (tentative) Presentation by the Sister City Committee to help build community relations and promote education and goodwill (Gonzalez)
November 2024
•
December 2024
• (tentative) Presentation regarding “How did California cities apologize to people of color residents and their descendants for systemic racism and past atrocities” (Robertson)
January 2025
• (tentative) Presentation on the Hate Maps by organized Hate Groups (Greenstein) • (tentative) Presentation from Hahn and Hahn LLP regarding an update on educational efforts to increase knowledge and awareness of historical racist events (Greenstein)
February 2025
•
March 2025
•
April 2025
•
HRC Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025. Approved July 2, 2024. 28 May 2025
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June 2025: Annual Meeting
(updates approved August 6, 2024)
INFORMATION ITEMS
7f. SENIOR COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT – FISCAL YEAR
2023 – 2024 AND WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 –
2025
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
September 3, 2024
TO: City Council
FROM: Senior Commission
SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2023 through June 2024 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Recommendation:
This report is submitted for information purposes only.
Attached are the following:
• Report of Accomplishments for July 11, 2023, through June 11, 2024 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 11, 2023, through June 11, 2024 • Work Plan for July 09, 2024, through June 10, 2025
The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Senior Commission at our special meeting on June 11, 2024, and regular meeting on July 09, 2024.
Respectfully submitted,
Chelsea Mason, Chair
Senior Commission
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 1 City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 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 Ad Hoc Committees:
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 Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 2 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Celebrate Older Americans Month
Objective Purpose: Coordinate logistics for in-person event.
Commissioners: Ferguson, Brandon, Berkemeier, Lorance, Mason
Action Item:
• Completed - 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 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.
September 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee selected Victory Park as the location for the Older Americans Month event to be held Wednesday, May 22, 2024. The ad hoc committee will work with staff to reserve the park for the event.
October 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee is working with Staff (Cantero-More) to obtain the permits to reserve Victory Park for the Older Americans Month event on Wednesday, May 22 and the ad hoc committee will meet at the end of October to discuss the plans for the event.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 3 November 2023:
• Chair Mason reported that the ad hoc committee met in October and provided the following updates regarding the Celebrate Older Americans Month event:
o Commissioner Brandon is updating the event sponsorship form and is starting to contact the previous event sponsors.
o Staff (Cantero-More) is researching City approved vendors to provide catering for the event.
o The ad hoc committee developed a list of rental items needed for the event and is researching potential vendors.
o Staff (Cantero More) informed the ad hoc committee that vendors will not need to get a Pasadena business license to be an exhibitor at the event. • Commissioner Brandon reported that Save the Date notices have been sent to the companies and organizations that sponsored the event in 2023 and the sponsorship form will be sent once the updated form is finalized. • Commissioner Brandon announced that Pasadena Media will provide a free Public Service Announcement (PSA) about the event and the Promote Older Americans Month ad hoc committee will work on developing the content.
December 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee sent a list of rental items needed for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event to Staff (Cantero-More) to verify what items the City can provide for the event. • Commissioner Lorance announced she is requesting information regarding the catering options available and requested the Commission email her with recommendations of local caterers to contact.
January 2024:
• Meeting cancelled
February 2024:
• Chair Mason provided the following updates regarding the Older Americans Month event:
o The ad hoc committee is continuing the planning process and received confirmation that the City is able to provide tables, chairs, and a generator for the event. The ad hoc committee is exploring options for the additional rental needs for the event including a stage and canopies. o A meeting is tentatively scheduled for the week of February 20 with the City regarding the permits required by the Public Health Department for the event.
o Commissioner Brandon is contacting potential exhibitors and working to get a variety of new exhibitors for the event. The ad hoc committee will discuss the recommendation of holding a limited number of spaces for new exhibitors to ensure a variety of resources are available for the attendees.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 4 o Vice Chair Zechner confirmed that Pasadena Media will create a Public Service Announcement (PSA) for the event and will work with the Promote Older Americans Month ad hoc committee regarding the PSA. o Commissioner Lorance continues to explore different catering options for the event.
• Commissioner Berkemeier stated she is working on coordinating the program for the event and shared that this year’s program is focused on providing entertainment for the attendees.
March 2024:
• Commissioner Brandon reported there are currently 41 exhibitors confirmed for this year’s Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event that represent a wide variety of community organizations, businesses, and government services. • Commissioner Brandon announced that $8,950 has been raised from sponsorships, including Gold sponsors: Home Instead and Villa Gardens; Silver Sponsor: The Kensington, Sierra Madre; Bronze Sponsors: Convalescent Aid Society, Forest Lawn, and Pegasus Home Health Care; and Ruby Sponsors:
Doug Colliflower Real Estate, Pasadena Senior Center and Valentine Real Estate Group.
• Commissioner Ferguson announced that Starbucks will be donating coffee and breakfast items for the event.
• Commissioner Berkemeier reported the program for the event is fully booked and will include entertainment and information from art and cultural programs for older adults.
• Vice Chair Zechner removed himself from the Celebrate Older Americans Month ad hoc committee.
April 2024:
• Chair Mason reported the flyer for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month has been finalized and is available at www.cityofpasadena.net/OAM. The flyer will be sent to the exhibitors and is ready for distribution in the community. • Commissioner Brandon provided the following updates regarding the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event:
o Event sponsors have donated $13,950 for this year’s event and the names of the sponsors will be included in the marketing for the event. The funds will be used to cover the costs of tents, a stage, banners, and marketing for the event.
o Announced the names of the exhibitors that includes community organizations, government agencies, City of Pasadena departments, and a variety of resources for older adults.
o The ad hoc committee is conducting a site visit of the event location after today’s meeting to determine if there is space for additional exhibitors.
May 2024:
• Commissioner Brandon states Older Americans Month event scheduled to take place this month on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 5 • Commissioner Brandon provided the following updates regarding the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event:
o Event sponsors have donated $15,550 for this year’s event. o A total of 17 volunteers will be on hand to distribute resource lists and assist with the raffle.
• Staff (Cantero More) announced buses have been coordinated to drive seniors from senior centers to the event.
• Vice Chair Zechner reported District #4 will be donating a bouquet for the raffle.
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 6 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – Promote Older Americans Month Objective Purpose: Coordinate outreach for in-person event.
Commissioners: Ferguson, Zechner, Betts, Lorance, Mason
Action Items:
• Completed - Contact City Public Information Officer regarding PR for event. • Completed - 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
September 2023:
• No update provided
October 2023:
• Chair Mason stated she will set up a meeting for the ad hoc committee in early November and provide the information about the Older Americans Month event needed to allow the members to begin working on the action items for the objective.
November 2023:
• Chair Mason stated the ad hoc committee is scheduled to meet on November 14 to discuss the tasks for promoting the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event.
• Chair Mason stated that the marketing materials will be available in both English and Spanish this year and the ad hoc committee will work on developing a strategy to promote the event within the community.
December 2023:
• Chair Mason reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, November 14 to discuss the plan to promote the Pasadena Celebrates Older American Month event including the following:
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 7 o Vice Chair Zechner is collaborating with Pasadena Media to provide coverage for the event.
o Commissioners are encouraged to contact their Councilmember to notify them about the date for the event.
o The ad hoc committee will work with Staff (Cantero-More) about outreach to invite other elected officials to the event.
o The ad hoc committee will discuss outreach to local non-profits and community organizations to invite their members and participants to the event.
• Chair Mason appointed Commissioner Lorance to the Promote Older American Month ad hoc committee.
January 2024:
• Meeting cancelled
February 2024:
• Chair Mason requested that the Save the Date flyer for the Older Americans Month event be distributed at the commission table at the Black History Festival and stated she will send the document to Staff (Whitmore) to verify if the flyer has been approved by the City for distribution.
March 2024:
• Chair Mason reported she will schedule an ad hoc meeting for later this month to begin working on the action items to promote the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event.
• Commissioner Brandon stated that Pasadena Village will have a table at the Pasadena Farmers Market in April and May and will distribute the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month flyer to promote the event in the community.
April 2024:
• The ad hoc committee will begin distributing the event flyers in the community including at community centers, libraries, senior organizations, and local businesses.
• The ad hoc committee will discuss advertising in local online media including Pasadena Now, ColoradoBlvd.net and Pasadena Weekly.
• Vice Chair Zechner shared the video created by Pasadena Media to advertise this year’s event. Staff (Cantero-More) will discuss the video with Ms. Colby to confirm if any additional information should be included in the video. • Vice Chair Zechner shared the video created by Pasadena Media to advertise this year’s event. Staff (Cantero-More) will discuss the video with Ms. Colby to confirm if any changes will need to be made to the video.
May 2024:
• Chair Mason reported all printed event flyers have been distributed. The file with a printable flyer is available via email for anyone who needs it.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 8 • Vice Chair Zechner reported the event was shared by every council member in their district newsletter.
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 9 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults
Objective Purpose: Research and promote resources for Older Adults
Commissioners: Ferguson, Mont O’Brien, Celis, Quallsgray, Waterson, Mason
Action Items:
• Completed - Promote the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list. • Completed - Update Food Resources List.
• Completed - Update the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list as needed.
• Completed - 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.
• 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.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Celis reported the ad hoc committee contacted the organizations on the Food Resources List and will begin editing and formatting the list based on the information received from the organizations.
• Commissioner Mont O’Brien requested the Commission contact the ad hoc committee if they know of any additional organizations to add to the Food Resources List.
• Staff (Osborne) asked the ad hoc committee if they are interested in meeting with the ad hoc committee for the Commission on the Status of Women about combining the Useful Phone Numbers for Seniors resource list with the Survival Guide resource book. Staff (Osborne) will follow up to provide the contact information for the lead Commissioner for the Commission on the Status of Women ad hoc committee.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 10 October 2023:
• Commissioner Celis shared the draft of the updated Food Resource List and requested feedback from the Commission.
• The ad hoc committee will meet to discuss the feedback provided and develop a plan to distribute the Useful Numbers for Older Adults resource list and the Food Resource List in the community.
• Chair Mason appointed Commissioner Waterson to the Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults ad hoc committee.
November 2023:
• Commissioner Ferguson reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, October 25 to complete the edits to the Food Resource List and will send the document to Staff (Cantero-More) to upload to the Commission webpage. • Commissioner Celis stated the ad hoc committee will develop a strategy for distribution of both resource lists and present their recommendations to the Commission at the meeting scheduled for December 12.
December 2023:
• Commissioner Celis reported Commissioner Ferguson sent the Food Resources List to Staff (Cantero-More) for review and to upload to the Commission webpage once approved.
January 2024:
• Meeting cancelled
February 2024:
• Commissioner Celis reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, January 15 and developed a list of locations to distribute the Useful Numbers for Older Adults resource list and the Food Resource List in the community. • Commissioner Celis reported she spoke with Commissioner Castellón from the Commission on the Status of Women regarding possible collaboration on the review of the resource guides and stated they agreed to share updated contact information on resources as appropriate.
March 2024:
• Commissioner Quallsgray reported the ad hoc committee met on March 12 prior to the commission meeting and provided the following updates:
o Chair Mason created a new cover for the Useful Numbers for Older Adults resource list and will send the document to Staff (Cantero-More) to update the booklet.
o The updated Food Resources list will also be sent to staff for printing. o The ad hoc committee requested 1000 copies of each resource list by the next commission meeting scheduled for April 9 to be able to distribute the lists in the community and for the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 11
• Commissioner Celis reported the ad hoc committee will distribute the resource lists to the following locations: Pasadena Libraries, local senior centers, Pasadena City College, City of Pasadena Recreation Centers, Churches and Senior Housing locations.
• Staff (Cantero-More) will get a quote from the City for the cost of printing for each resource list to determine the quantity to print for distribution.
April 2024:
• Commissioner Quallsgray reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, April 9 and stated that based on the ad hoc committee’s research, they would like 700 printed copies of each resource document, Useful Numbers for Seniors booklet and Food Resource Guide pamphlet, for distribution at the Pasadena Celebrate Older Americans Month event and in the community.
• Staff (Cantero More) reported the City has approved printing 300 copies of each document and requested Commissioner Quallsgray send her the distribution list developed by the ad hoc committee that includes the quantity of documents requested from each community organization. She will follow up to discuss the request for additional printed copies with Staff (Osborne). • Chair Mason requested a QR code be generated for each resource document once the documents are available on the Commission webpage and encouraged the Commission to share the QR codes with their councilmember. • Staff (Cantero More) reported the City will send a press release regarding the availability of the Useful Numbers for Seniors booklet and Food Resources List pamphlet in late May.
May 2024:
• Staff (Cantero More) reported she spoke with Staff (Osbourne), and it is suggested several copies of the resource list be left in lobby of senior living facilities so anyone can access it.
• Staff (Cantero More) will follow up with both the Library Department and Public Health Department about their processes for distributing the Useful Numbers for Seniors booklet and Food Resources List pamphlet.
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 12 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4 – Community Engagement
Commissioners: Brandon, Ferguson, Berkemeier, Haderlein, Mason
Action Items:
• Completed - Encourage public attendance at Commission meetings. • Completed - Attend community events for Older Adults. • Completed - 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.
September 2023:
• Commissioner Brandon stated that members of the ad hoc committee will be attending the following upcoming community events:
- South Pasadena Healthy Aging Fair on Wednesday, September 13 from 9:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., at the South Pasadena Senior Center. - Villa Garden’s 90th Anniversary Celebration on Wednesday, September 13 from 2:30 – 4:30 P.M.
- Latino Heritage Parade and Festival on Saturday, September 16 from 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 13 - Young and Healthy’s Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 14 from 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at Octavia Butler Middle School, Pasadena. • Commissioner Berkemeier reported she attended a meeting of the Orange Heights Neighborhood Association and shared information about the Mills Act, which is economic incentive program in California that allows for potential reduction in property taxes for the restoration and preservation of qualified historic buildings by private property owners.
October 2023:
• Vice Chair Zechner commented that he would like to see information documents about Commissions displayed on resource tables at all City events to inform the community about the work of the Commissions.
• Staff (Cantero-More) stated she will follow up to find out if information documents are available and the feasibility of displaying the information at City events.
November 2023:
• Commissioner Berkemeier announced the 2023 Thanksgiving Community Day is on Saturday, November 18 from 11:00 A.M – 2:30 P.M. at Holy Assembly Church located at 55 E. Villa Street. Individuals can register to receive a free turkey and food box and enjoy arts & crafts, resource booths and more at the free event. • Commissioner Ferguson announced Congresswoman Judy Chu will be hosting a Health Fair at the Pasadena Senior Center on Friday, December 15 from 9:00 – 11:00 A.M. and information about the event will be sent to the Commission. • The Commission will have an information table at the Health Fair to distribute the resource lists and information about the Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month event. Commissioners Lorance, Brandon and Waterson agreed to assist at the information table during the event.
December 2023:
• Commissioner Berkemeier reported that she and Commissioner Lorance attended the District 5 Commissioner Breakfast on Saturday, December 9, and shared information about the work of the Commission.
• Commissioner Berkemeier invited the Commission to “The Block Stole Christmas” event on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 12:00 – 5:00 P.M. in the parking lot at 755 E. Washington Blvd, Pasadena to support small and local vendors and contribute to the Westside and Friends toy drive for the community. • Commissioner Brandon stated she attended the John J. Kennedy Turkey Giveaway on Tuesday, November 21 at Robinson Park Recreation Center hosted by Councilmember Hampton.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 14 • Chair Mason encouraged the Commission to attend their district commissioner meetings to share information about the work of the Commission and get updates about the district. She stated that at large and agency appointed Commissioners can attend the meetings for the district where they live or where they work and encouraged everyone to be on the Councilmembers mailing list to receive information about the meetings.
January 2024:
• Meeting cancelled
February 2024:
• Chair Mason stated that she and Commissioner Lorance attended Pasadena Village’s Vibrant Living Resource Fair on Tuesday, February 6 at the Women’s Twentieth Century Club of Eagle Rock and reported the event was well attended and provided many resources for older adults.
March 2024:
• Commissioner Ferguson reported Congresswoman Judy Chu will host a free Health Fair on Friday, March 15 at 10:30 A.M. at the Pasadena Senior Center and everyone is invited to attend.
• Commissioner Berkemeier announced the following community events:
o The City of Pasadena is hosting a Community Gathering entitled Local Treasures: Art, History and Places at the Art Center College of Design, located at 950 S. Raymond Ave, on Saturday, March 16 from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 PM.
o The “Solutions for Seniors” seminar is on Sunday, April 7 from 12:30 – 3:00 P.M. at the Double Tree Hotel, Monrovia.
April 2024:
• Commissioner Berkemeier shared information regarding the following community events:
o Pasadena Public Health’s “Spring Into Wellness” is a free event for all ages on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 11:00 A.M – 1:30 P.M. at Villa Parke Community Center, located at 363 E. Villa Street, Pasadena. o Emergency Preparedness Training is being offered for the community on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the Jefferson Fire Training Center located at 1500 E. Villa St., Pasadena. • Commissioner Brandon stated Pasadena Village will have a table at the Pasadena certified Farmers Market on Saturday, April 20 and Saturday, May 18 from 8:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. at Victory Park and would welcome assistance from the Commission to assist at the table to promote the Pasadena Celebrates Older American Month event.
• Commissioner Brandon announced that Evergreen Physical Therapy is hosting a Senior Resource Fair on Saturday May 4 from 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at 111 S.
Hudson Ave., Pasadena.
SC Report of Accomplishments FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 15 May 2024:
• No update provided
June 2024:
• No update provided
Status: Completed
SC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 16 Senior Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024
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 the Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition seeking endorsement of "All Ages & Abilities" criteria in the design of Pasadena Greenways – Gene Wester, PhD, and Liz Schiller, MRP; volunteers, Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition
October 2023:
• Presentation from SAGE USA “Facts on LGBTQ+ and Aging – Jennifer Dawson, Volunteer Education Ambassador, SAGE USA
November 2023:
• None
December 2023:
• None
January 2024:
• None
February 2024:
• None
March 2024:
• Update regarding Map Your Neighborhood Program for disaster preparedness – Margaret Vinci, Office of Earthquake Programs Manager, California Institute of Technology
SC Presentation Calendar FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 17 April 2024:
• Presentation from Meals on Wheels regarding programs for older adults in Pasadena – Patti Feldmeth, Executive Director
• Presentation from YWCA San Gabriel Valley regarding the Elderly Nutrition Program – Christie Valenzuela-Ruiz, Administrative Manager of Senior Services and April Williams, Lead Regional Coordinator
May 2024:
• Presentation from the City of Pasadena regarding an update on the accessibility issues and priorities in Pasadena – Sara Goldman, Accessibility Coordinator
June 2024: Annual Meeting
(updated June 11, 2024)
SC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2023-2024. Approved June 11, 2024. 18 City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2023-2024
SENIOR COMMISSION
July 2023 - June 2024
MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
MEMBERS
07/11/23 REGULAR08/08/23 REGULAR09/12/23 REGULAR10/10/23 REGULAR11/14/23 REGULAR12/12/23 REGULAR01/09/24 REGULAR02/13/24 REGULAR03/12/24 REGULAR04/09/24 REGULAR05/07/24 REGULAR06/11/24 REGULAR TOTAL
MEETINGS
ATTENDED
ATTENDANCE
RECORD
PERCENTAGE
CHELSEA MASON
(District 7) P P P P P P XX P P P P P 11 100.00%
HARALD ZECHNER
(District 4) P P P P P P XX P P P P P 11 100.00%
JANE HADERLEIN
(Mayor) P P A P A P XX A A P P P 7 63.64%
DAVE FOLZ
(District 1) P P A P A 3 60.00%
RUBY QUALLSGRAY
(District 2) P P P P P P XX P P P P P 11 100.00%
MATTIE BETTS
(District 3) P U A A P A XX A A A A A 2 18.18%
MARI BERKEMEIER
(District 5) P A P P P P XX P P P A A 8 72.73%
ANGIE MONT O'BRIEN
(District 6) P A P P P P XX P P P P P 10 90.91%
DAWNEEN LORANCE
(At Large/District 5) A P A P P P XX P P P P P 9 81.82%
MARTHA CELIS
(Senior Care Network) P P P P P P XX P P P P P 11 100.00%
DION FERGUSON
(Pasadena Senior Center) A P P P P P XX A P P P P 9 81.82%
KATIE BRANDON
(Agency Representative) P P P P P P XX A P P P P 10 90.91%
MARK WATERSON
(Agency Representative) P P P XX P P A P A 6 75.00%
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 11
P - PRESENT
A - EXCUSED ABSENCE
U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
XX - CANCELED MEETING
NQ - NO QUORUM
SC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 19
City of Pasadena Senior Commission
Work Plan: 07/09/2024 – 06/10/2025
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 2024-2025 Objectives:
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1: Celebrate Older Americans Month by holding an event
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2: Advise on Marketing Strategy for Older Americans Month
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3: Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #4: Community Engagement Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #5: Explore the State of Pasadena’s Age-Friendliness
SC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 20
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #1 – Celebrate Older Americans by holding an event
Objective Purpose: Coordinate logistics for an in-person event.
Commissioners: Mason, Berkemeier, Brandon, Ferguson, Lorance
Action Items:
• Hold an in-person event in May 2025.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Vice Chair Ferguson, Commissioner Mason, Commissioner Berkemeier, Commissioner Brandon and herself to the Celebrate Older Americans Month ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• No updates provided
Status:
SC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 21
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2 – Advise on Marketing Strategy for Older Americans Month
Objective Purpose: Advise on Marketing Strategy for Older Americans Month.
Commissioners: Zechner, Mason
Action Items:
• Contact Parks Recreation and Community Service Public Information Officer regarding public relations for the event.
• Pursue City Council Proclamation recognizing May 2025 as Older Americans Month.
• Create and execute a marketing strategy for the Older Americans Month event.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Commissioners Zechner and Mason to the Advise on Marketing Strategy for Older Americans Month ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• No updates provided
Status
SC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 22
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #3 – Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults
Objective Purpose: Research and promote resources for older adults.
Commissioners: Haderlein, Celis, Ferguson, Quallsgray, Mont O’Brien, Lorance
Action Items:
• Research existing lists.
• Identify opportunities for distribution.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Update Pasadena Senior Commission resource lists as needed.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Vice Chair Ferguson and Commissioners Haderlein and Celis to the Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Commissioner Quallsgray, Commissioner Mont O’Brien, and herself to the Research and Promote Resources for Older Adults ad hoc committee.
Status:
SC Work Plan FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 23
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #4 – Community Engagement
Objective Purpose: Engage with Pasadena older adults.
Commissioners: Berkemeier, Brandon, Ferguson
Action Items:
• Encourage public attendance at Commission meetings.
• Attend community events for Older Adults.
• Explore Townhall on issues related to Pasadena Older Adults.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Commissioners Berkemeier and Brandon to the Community Engagement ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• Chair Lorance reported she assisted at the commission table at Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Annual Block Party on Saturday, August 3 and shared information about the work of the Commission with the community. • Chair Lorance appointed Vice Chair Ferguson to the Community Engagement ad hoc committee.
Status:
SC Presentation Calendar FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 24
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #5 – Explore the state of Pasadena’s Age-Friendliness
Objective Purpose: Assess where Pasadena is as an age friendly city.
Commissioners: Ferguson, Waterson, Brandon, Lorance
Action Items:
• Research the AARP age friendly guidelines.
• Research the master plan for aging guide for local plans. • Invite relevant speakers based on research.
Work Plan Updates:
July 2024:
• Chair Lorance appointed Vice Chair Ferguson, Commissioner Waterson, Commissioner Brandon and herself to the Explore the State of Pasadena’s Age-Friendliness ad hoc committee.
August 2024:
• Chair Lorance reported on behalf of Commissioner Brandon that the ad hoc committee met on August 22 and discuss the action items above for the objective.
Status:
SC Presentation Calendar FY 2024 – 2025. Approved July 9, 2024. 25
Senior Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025
To be scheduled:
• Presentation regarding the City of Pasadena’s Mental Health Project
July 2024:
• No presentation
August 2024:
• No presentation
September 2024:
• Presentation from the Salvation Army regarding low-income housing for seniors
October 2024:
• Presentation from Huntington Hospital regarding Flu vaccines (Haderlein)
November 2024:
• Presentation from the Los Angeles County about the progress of the Los Angeles County Digital Divide Regional Strategic Plan and inclusion of seniors (Mason)
December 2024:
• No presentation
January 2025:
• Presentation from the Housing Department regarding senior housing
February 2025:
• Presentation from the Planning and Community Development Department regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
March 2025:
•
April 2025:
•
May 2025:
•
June 2025: Annual Meeting
(updated August 13, 2024)
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