AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING NOTICE
JUNE 17, 2025
PUBLIC MEETING 5:00 P.M.
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Tyron Hampton, Chair District 1
Jessica Rivas, District 5
Steve Madison, District 6
Jason Lyon, District 7
STAFF
David Klug, Economic Development Director
Dion O’Connell, Assistant City Attorney
Betty Gao, Recording Secretary
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CITY OF PASADENA
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
JUNE 17, 2025
PUBLIC MEETING 5:00 P.M.
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the Economic Development and Technology Committee, will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber to discuss matters on the attached agenda.
_____________________
Tyron Hampton, Chair
Economic Development and
Technology Committee
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REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
JUNE 17, 2025
Public Meeting: 5:00 P.M.
Council Chamber, Pasadena City Hall
100 North Garfield Avenue, Room S249
PUBLIC MEETING – 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• MAY 8, 2025 – SPECIAL MEETING*
NEW BUSINESS
1. RECOMMENDED PLAN CHECK AND OTHER PERMIT FEE REDUCTIONS
RELATED TO REBUILDING PROPERTIES DAMAGED OR DESTROYED BY THE EATON FIRE DISASTER*
2. APPROVAL OF PASADENA ASSISTANCE FUND GRANT AWARDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 FOR 2025 & 2026*
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
CHILDS DESIGNS FOR ADU PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000*
INFORMATION ONLY
4. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE BY DAVID A. KLUG, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR*
5. PROCUREMENT 101 TRAINING*
ADJOURN
*Attachment
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• MAY 8, 2025 – SPECIAL MEETING*
01 05/08/2025
CITY OF PASADENA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE MINUTES
MAY 08, 2025 – 5:00 P.M.
SPECIAL MEETING
OPENING Acting Chair, Vice Mayor Rivas called the special meeting of the Economic Development and Technology Committee to order at 5:14 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Staff:
Councilmember Tyron Hampton, Chair (Absent)
Vice Mayor Jessica Rivas, Acting Chair
Councilmember Steve Madison
Councilmember Jason Lyon
David Klug, Director of Economic Development
Matthew Hawkesworth, Acting Assistant City Manager
Dion O’Connell, Assistant City Attorney
Betty Gao, Recording Secretary
NEW BUSINESS BUDGET WORKSHOP -FY 2026 RECOMMENDED OPERATING BUDGET
A. PASADENA CENTER OPERATING COMPANY (PCOC)
B. PASADENA COMMUNITY ACCESS CORPORATION BOARD
(PCAC)
C. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE -ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
Michael Ross, CEO of Pasadena Center Operating Company (PCOC), presented a PowerPoint presentation on PCOC’s operating budget , including providing information on PCOC’s background, operating revenues and expenses, Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 strategies, and responded to questions.
Councilmember Madison emphasized the financial and community benefits of expanding the ice rink and encouraged staff to explore future opportunities for adding additional ice sheets.
The Committee thanked staff for their operational work, and for their efforts to promote local businesses as safe and open for commerce during and after the Eaton Fire disaster.
George Falardeau , CEO of Pasadena Community Access Corporation Board (PCAC) provided introductory comments, and Chief Operating Officer Chris Miller presented a PowerPoint presentation on the Board’s budget, including providing information on PCAC’s background and FY 2025 accomplishments, operating expense s and revenue, Public Education Government, and FY 2026 priorities , with both responding questions.
The Committee recessed at 5:43 p.m. and reconvened at 5:45 p.m.
02 05/08/2025
David Klug, Director of Economic Development, presented a PowerPoint presentation on the department’s budget, including providing information on Economic Development’s background and FY 2025 accomplishments, expenses, enhancement requests, and FY 2026 priorities, and responded to questions.
In response to Councilmember Lyon ’s inquiry related to the Caltrans properties, Assistant City Attorney Dion O’ Connell responded tha t the matter will be agendized at a future City Council meeting.
Councilmember Lyon advocated for staff to focus their efforts in developing a strategic plan related to retail placemaking throughout the City, but particularly along Lincoln Avenue.
In response to Councilmember Madison’s inquiry related to the Caltrans properties, Mr. Klug responded that staff would provide an update on the matter at the next Committee meeting.
Paul Enge, Management Analyst, Foothill Workforce Development Board, presented a PowerPoint presentation on the Board’s budget , including providing information on appropriations by category, FY 2025 accomplishments, FY 2026 priorities, and responded to questions.
In response to Councilmember Lyon’s inquiry on f ederal funding, Deputy Director Michael Tro gan responded that the anticipated Department of Labor grant funding may be reduced by up to 30%, potentially impacting the FY 2027 budget.
Councilmember Lyon requested future updates on statistics for the Helping Justice -Impacted Reenter Employment (HIRE) grant program once additional data becomes available.
The Committee thanked Executive Director Dianne Russel-Carter for her many years of service and wished her well in her retirement.
Following discussion, on the order of the Acting Chair, and by consensus of the Committee, the information was received and filed.
ADJOURNMENT:
On the order of the Acting Chair, the meeting of the Economic Development and Technology Committee was adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
ATTEST:
____________________
Betty Gao
Recording Secretary
_________________________________
Tyron Hampton, Chair
Economic Development and Technology Committee
NEW BUSINESS
1. RECOMMENDED PLAN CHECK AND OTHER PERMIT FEE
REDUCTIONS RELATED TO REBUILDING PROPERTIES DAMAGED OR
DESTROYED BY THE EATON FIRE DISASTER*
MEMORANDUM
TO: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
FROM: JENNIFER PAIGE, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEPARTMENT
DATE: JUNE 17, 2025
SUBJECT: PROPOSED PLAN CHECK AND PERMIT FEE REDUCTIONS FOR THE
RECONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES DESTROYED BY THE
EATON FIRE
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report and presentation regarding potential reductions to permit and plan check fees for the reconstruction of single-family homes destroyed in the January 2025 Eaton Fire, and provide feedback to staff on proposed changes to study further and bring back to the Committee for further review.
INTRODUCTION:
Emergency Orders
On January 7, 2025, the City was impacted by a severe windstorm and a destructive fire resulting in significant damage to private property. That same day, the Governor proclaimed a state of emergency for Southern California. On January 8, 2025, the City Manager declared a Local Emergency pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) Chapter 2.370, which was ratified by the City Council on January 13, 2025. The fire, referred to as the ‘Eaton Fire’, destroyed 185 structures in Pasadena, primarily single-family homes and accessory structures located in the Upper Hastings Ranch, Victory Rose, Dundee Heights, and NATHA neighborhoods (see map Attachment A). Most of the affected areas are zoned Single-Family Residential (RS), with large portions also within Hillside Development Overlays (HD, HD-1).
Other affected areas are within Special Purpose Zoning Districts (OS, PS, and PD).
In March 2025, the City Council found that the destruction of structures and the displacement of residents caused by the Eaton Fire posed an immediate threat to public health, safety, and welfare. The Council also determined that existing zoning code requirements would further exacerbate this threat by delaying the reconstruction of homes and other structures. In response, an ordinance was adopted by City Council on March 25, 2025 to facilitate timely rebuilding by temporarily suspending or modifying certain zoning development standards and extending applicable deadlines for entitlements and permits issued under Titles 14 (Buildings and Construction), 16 (Subdivisions), and 17 (Zoning Code) of the PMC. These amendments also included provisions on rebuilding which allow owners to rebuild to previous non-conforming setbacks, and also allows owners to rebuild slightly larger than the building footprint of the
Economic Development and Technology Committee June 17, 2025 Proposed Fee Reductions for the Reconstruction of Homes Destroyed by the Eaton Fire
destroyed home, up to 200 square feet or 10% of the gross floor area, whichever is greater. The Council also directed staff to look at potential fee reductions related to the issuance of a building permit and return with recommendations at a later date.
Rebuild and Recovery Updates
To date 122 of the 125 eligible sites have had their debris removed under the Private Property Debris Removal program with approximately 82% approved on Final Sign Off (FSO). A property must receive an FSO clearance on the debris removal before a building permit can be issued.
As the clean-up and debris removal process nears completion, owners are increasingly transitioning to the rebuilding phase.
Currently, eighteen property owners have submitted plans for rebuilding and the City issued the first building permit to rebuild on June 9, 2025. See Attachment B for a summary of the plan check submittals to date. The rebuild program that was established in January includes a dedicated Planner to assist with rebuild questions and a dedicated Community Connector to assist with the debris removal and non-rebuild matters. Staff has also conducted three virtual workshops that are invite-only for the rebuild sites to provide information and updates and these will continue throughout the rebuild process as needed.
Planning staff has also been participating in a working group that is comprised of the County of Los Angeles and City of Pasadena focused on the development of Standard Plans that are compatible and contextual to the participating communities. A partnership was created with the Foothill Catalog Foundation a local non-profit organization offering a range of home designs developed by local architects and engineers. The catalog of plans can be accessed at:
www.FoothillCatalog.Org/Concept-Designs. Property owners may purchase the plans at a reduced rate for submittal to their local permitting authority. The City of Pasadena will be choosing a few of the plan options to “pre-review”. The pre-reviewed standard plans will take less time to review. This is similar to the pre-reviewed ADU standard plans that are also now available.
While a streamlined plan check process will still be required to verify compliance with site specific requirements prior to permit issuance, the use of pre-reviewed Standard Plans will offer time-savings in the design and plan check process. An interdepartmental review team is in place to expedite all plan check submittals related to the Eaton Fire.
ANALYSIS:
In accordance with City Council direction, staff has prepared recommendations for fee reductions to support the rebuilding of properties destroyed by the Eaton fire. Fees are normally collected for Plan Check, Permit Fees and Residential Impact Fees (RIFs). Rebuild sites are not required to pay the RIF so recommendations are provided only for Plan Check and Permit fees.
Economic Development and Technology Committee June 17, 2025 Proposed Fee Reductions for the Reconstruction of Homes Destroyed by the Eaton Fire
Plan Check Fees
Pasadena’s plan check fees are paid when construction drawings are submitted to the Pasadena Permit Center. The fees cover staff time needed for various City departments to review the plans for compliance with local codes and standards. The fees charged by each department vary, but are all based on the building permit valuation (BPV). Plan check fees for the reviewing departments are charged collectively.
Recommended Plan Check Fee Reductions
Table 1 provides a summary of Pasadena’s existing plan check fees for a 1,900 square foot reconstructed single-family residence and two-car garage. This is the average sized home that was lost in the fire. Pre-reviewed standard plans require less staff time to review for compliance with applicable codes. Based on this, similar to the ADU per-reviewed plans staff is proposing the same plan check fee reduction:
Staff Recommendation: Reduce plan check fees by 50% for rebuilt homes that utilize a Standard Plan approved by the City. This would reduce plan check fees from $8,107 to $4,056.
Table 1 – Sample Plan Check Fees for the reconstruction of a 1,900 SF SFR with a 2-car garage Plan Check Fees Existing Fees
50% Reduction
(Single-Family
Eaton Fire Rebuild
that utilizes
Standard Plans)
Building Division $ 5,157 $ 2,579
Design & Historic Preservation
Section $ 337 $ 169
Zoning Section $ 487 $ 244
Fire Department $ 1,076 $ 538
Transportation $ 447 $ 224
Public Works Department $ 603 $ 302
Total $ 8,107 $ 4,056
Permit Fees
Pasadena’s fees for a building permit are paid when the construction drawings are approved by the City. The building permit gives the applicant permission to begin construction. Permit fees can be divided into three categories: 1) City Building Permit fees; 2) Other City fees; and 3) Non-City fees and are detailed below:
City Building Permit Fees (No Reductions Proposed)
This includes fees for the actual building permit, records management and processing services.
Staff does not propose any reductions to these fees since they are needed to cover the City’s direct staff costs of completing inspections and maintaining permit-related records. This work will still need to be done for the rebuild permits.
Other City Fees (One Reduction Proposed)
These fees are for other specific City purposes and unlike plan check and building permit fees, these fees do not represent a direct staff cost.
Economic Development and Technology Committee June 17, 2025 Proposed Fee Reductions for the Reconstruction of Homes Destroyed by the Eaton Fire
• Public Works C&D Performance Security Deposit + Admin Review Fee – This deposit and fee are required for all projects that are issued a building permit. The deposit is equal to 3% of the BPV. The applicant is required to document all waste management activities per State law. The deposit is refunded if a minimum of 75% of total project waste is diverted from landfills. The admin review fee is charged at a flat rate and is nonrefundable and covers direct staff costs.
• Construction Tax – This applies to a variety of construction projects, including ADUs.
The tax rate is 1.92% of the BPV and the fees go to the City’s General Fund. • General Plan Maintenance Fee – This fee helps fund updates to the General Plan and applies to all building permits at a rate of 0.5% of the BPV. • Technology Fee – This fee helps fund the City’s land management system and applies to all building permits at a rate of 0.5% of the BPV.
• AB 717 Fee – This fee, signed by the Governor in 1005, allows cities to impose fees to cover the costs of certification and training for its inspectors, plans examiners and building official. Fee is equal to 1% of the building permit fee.
Non-City Fees (No Reductions Allowed)
These fees that are collected by the City on behalf of the state or other agencies. The City does not have any authority to reduce these fees. They include the following:
• School District Impact Fees – Collected on behalf of Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) and charged at a rate of $2.24 per square foot. Fire-destroyed residential structures that are rebuilt are exempt from school district impact fees if there is no net new square footage.
• CA Building Standards Fee – Collected on behalf of the California Building Standards Commission and charged at a rate of $4 for every $100,000 of BPV. • SMIP Residential Fee – is collected on behalf of the State to fund the Strong Motion Instrumentation Program (SMIP) and charged at a rate of $1 for every $25,000 of BPV for residential permits.
Recommended Permit Fee Reductions
Staff Recommendation: Reduce the C&D Performance Deposit to a $2,000 flat rate. This is a deposit collected by Public Works that is returned if the applicant complies with debris removal requirements. The requirement includes debris generated during construction. The reduction will result in significantly less out-of-pocket expense for the applicant. In the example in Table 2 on the following page, the total fees due at permit issuance were reduced by 35% from $28,109 to $18,109. (Percentage reductions will vary depending on the C&D Performance Deposit amount applicable to each rebuild permit.)
Economic Development and Technology Committee June 17, 2025 Proposed Fee Reductions for the Reconstruction of Homes Destroyed by the Eaton Fire
Table 2 – Sample Building Permit Fees for the reconstruction of a 1,900 SF SFR with a 2-car garage Permit Type Existing Fees
Reductions for all
Single-Family Eaton
Fire Rebuilds
Fee Type
City Building Permit Fees:
Building Permit $ 3,439 $ 3,439 City Fees:
No reductions proposed
Records Management
Surcharge $ 360 $ 360
Building Processing $ 74 $ 74 Fire Processing $ 36 $ 36 Construction Notice Sign $ 15 $ 15 Other City Fees:
*Construction Tax $ 7,680 $ 7,680 City Fees:
No reductions proposed
*General Plan Maintenance
Fee $ 2,000 $ 2,000
*Technology Fee $ 2,000 $ 2,000 *AB 717 $ 34 $ 34
*C&D Performance Deposit
(may be refunded) $ 12,000 $ 2,000 City Fee: Reduction proposed
C&D Admin Review Fee $ 403 $ 403 City Fee: Flat rate Non-City Fees:
School District Impact Fees $ - $ - Non-City Fees:
No authority to reduce
fees
CA Building Standards Fee $ 16 $ 16 SMIP Residential $ 52 $ 52 Total $ 28,109 $ 18,109
*Fees that do not represent a direct staff cost
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION:
The City continues to offer its support to the victims of the Eaton fire disaster through the various phases of the recovery and rebuilding process. As the cleanup process nears completion, the City is focusing on the reconstruction process via expedited timelines for plan review and inspections, flexible rebuilding standards, and now also a reduction of fees. Staff recommends a 50% reduction in plan check fees for applicants that choose a standard plan and a flat $2,000 C&D Performance Deposit for all single-family rebuilds. These reductions will result in a significant savings of almost 40%. Attachment C provides the permit cost for the 1,900 square foot residence example with and without the use of the standard plans. Overall, staff finds that these cost-savings could aid in the rapid reconstruction of quality homes in Pasadena.
FISCAL IMPACTS:
The proposed 50% reduction in plan check fees for reconstructed single-family homes that utilize a Standard Plan will result in the City subsidizing staff costs related to plan reviews. With regards to the C&D Performance Deposit, the sites are required to be cleared of all debris prior to issuance of a rebuild permit. Only construction-related waste is expected throughout the rebuild process. The $2,000 flat rate deposit for single-family sites will significantly reduce initial out-of-pocket expenses for applicants and is fully refundable upon compliance with waste- management procedures.
Economic Development and Technology Committee June 17, 2025 Proposed Fee Reductions for the Reconstruction of Homes Destroyed by the Eaton Fire
NEXT STEPS:
If EdTech supports reductions to these fees, the next step would be to return to EdTech with a formal recommendation for the City Council to adopt a fee resolution for reductions to fees for the reconstruction of homes destroyed in the Eaton Fire.
Attachments (3):
Attachment A: Map of Fire Impacted Areas
Attachment B: Summary of Plan Check Submittals
Attachment C: Summary of Proposed Fee Reductions
ATTACHMENT A
Map of Fire Impacted Areas
ATTACHMENT B
Summary of Plan Check Submittals
Permit Number Address
Permit
Status
Permit
Issue
Date Permit Description
Increase in
Home Square
Footage
ADU
Proposed Permit
District
BLDSFR2025-
01947
1046 N VINEDO AVE
Pasadena, CA 91107 Submitted
ONLINE: 2025 EATON WINDSTORM/FIRE DAMAGE: (EATON FIRE)
REAPAIR FIRE AND WATER DAMAGED HOUSE WITH INTERIOR
REMODEL TO KITCHEN WITH NEW BEAM TO OPEN UP KITCHEN AND
LIVING ROOM, EXISTING BATHROOM, CONVERT EXISTING CLOSET TO MASTER BATHROOM, RE-ROOF TO CLASS "A" COMP SHINGLES, 2 WINDOW CHANGE OUTS.
No No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01458
1174 DEL REY AVE
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 RE-BUILD - NEW ONE STORY
RESIDENCE AT 1,861 SF, 3-BEDROOM 2-BATH AND NEW DETACHED GARAGE AT 500 SQ FT. (RFS2025-00127) (REFER: BLDSFR2025-00660) Yes No 4
ONLINE: REPLACE DOOR AND ADD (1) BATHROOM (RFS: RFS2025- 00008)
ONLINE: ADDING (1) POWDER ROOM
ONLINE : WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 DAMAGE REBUILD: REFRAME ENTIRE ROOF (RFS CASE : RFS2025-00009)
BLDSFR2025-
01457
1325 MEDFORD RD
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 DAMAGE REBUILD: NEW
CONSTRUCTION OF A 1 STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE @ 1,800 SQUARE FEET WITH A NEW ATTACHED GARAGE @ 540 SQUARE FEET. (RFS2025-00149) NOTE: PLANS REFERENCE DETACHED ADU THAT WILL BE SUBMITTED SEPARATELY, BUT CONCURRENTLY. (REFER TO BLDSFR2025-00724)
Yes Yes 4
BLDSFR2025-
01467
1420 VALLEY VIEW
AVE SFR
PASADENA, CA 91107
Complete
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 RE-BUILD: FIRE DAMAGE REPAIR & REMODEL TO 1-STORY SFD AT 1,870 SF; LAYOUT CHANGE TO 459 SF;
EXTERIOR DOOR AND WINDOW REPLACEMENT, REPLACE
INSULATION, EXTERIOR FINISH, AND ROOFING MATERIAL. NEW 1- STORY ADDITION 91 SF AT FRONT; NEW FRONT PORCH; REBUILD EXISTING ATTACHED GARAGE AT 421 SF; (RFS2025-00020) (REFER:
BLDSFR2025-00963)
Yes No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01462
1555 RIVIERA DR SFR
PASADENA, CA 91107 Issued 6/9/2025
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 DAMAGE REBUILD: REBUILD 1- STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE AT 2,897 SQ FT WITH 128 SQ FT ADDITION. REBUILD REAR DECK AT 1,087 SQ FT. TOTAL 3,025 SQFT WITH 3 BEDROOMS /3 BATHROOMS. (ADU ON BLDSFR2025-01935) (RFS2025-00159) (RETAINING WALL BLDSFR2025-01870)
Yes Yes 4
ONLINE: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF 2ND UNIT AT 912 SQ/FT (ATTACHED ADU: BLDMF2025-00416) (DETACHED ADU: BLDMF2025-00418) (NEW CONSTRUCTION DETACHED GARAGE: BLDSFR2025-01961) (DEMO:
BLDSFR2025-01962)
ONLINE: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF DETACHED GARAGE AT 572 SQ/FT (NEW 2ND UNIT: BLDSFR2025-01916) (ATTACHED ADU: BLDMF2025- 00416) (DETACHED ADU: BLDMF2025-00418) (DEMO: BLDSFR2025- 01962)
BLDSFR2025-
01917
1857 WALWORTH AVE
Pasadena, CA 91104 Submitted
ONLINE: 2025 EATON FIRE/WINDSTORM DAMAGE REBUILD: REBUILD 2-STORY HOME AT 2,075 SQ FT LIKE FOR LIKE, INCLUDING
FOUNDATION, FOOTPRINT TO REMAIN AS BEFORE THE FIRE. REBUILD
DETACHED GARAGE AND SAVE GARAGE SLAB- REBUILD ALL WALLS, ROOF TRUSSES-ROOFING-STUCCO (RFS2025-00067)
No No 1
BLDSFR2025-
01484
2076 GLEN AVE
Pasadena, CA 91103 Submitted
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 DAMAGE REBUILD: REBUILD SFD, 1,187 SQ FT WITH 200 SQ FT ADDITION (TOTAL 1,387 SQ FT) WITH 460 SQ FT ATTACHED GARAGE, AND 200 SF REAR PATIO COVER. (RFS2025- 00168)
Yes No 1
BLDSFR2025-
01714
2391 BRIGDEN RD
Pasadena, C In Review
ONLINE: CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW DETACHED STANDARD PLANS
PROTOTYPE D - (1)-STORY ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (682 S.F.) WITH (2)-BEDROOMS AND (1)-BATH, AND A (N) COVERED FRONT PORCH (72 S.F.) - ASSIGNED 2393 BRIGDEN RD
N/A Yes 4
BLDSFR2025-
01619
2463 WOODLYN RD
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 RE-BUILD: MASTER BEDROOM & LAUNDRY ADDITION (477 SF) AT REAR, REMOVAL OF EXISTING WALL IN Yes No 4 BLDSFR2025-
01746
2685 WOODLYN RD
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review ONLINE: FIRE REBUILD OF SFR AT 1,600 SQ/FT WITH ATTACHED GARAGE AT 427 SQ/FT AND PORCH AT 122 SQ/FT (RFS2025-00111) Yes No 4 BLDMF2025-
00298
2789 HERITAGE DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review ONLINE: REMOVE DAMAGED AREA AND REPLACE LIKE FOR LIKE, TO INCLUDE: STUCCO, STUDS, DRYWALLS, WINDOWS No No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01918
3795 STARTOUCH DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review
ONLINE: 2025 EATON WINDSTORM/FIRE DAMAGE REPAIR: PARTIAL DEMO & RECONSTRUCTION OF ATTACHED GARAGE AT 440SF. REMOVE
AND REPLACE ROOF RAFTERS & ROOF SHEATHING AS NEEDED, NEW INTERIOR PLASTER WALLS, INSULATION, REPLACE HVAC (RFS2025- 00157)
No No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01460
3805 EDGEVIEW DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review
ONLINE: WINDSTORM/FIRE 2025 RE-BUILD: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF 1941 SF 1-STORY SFD WITH ATTACHED 412 SF GARAGE (REFER:
BLDSFR2025-00872)
Yes No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01421
3810 STARTOUCH DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 In Review
ONLINE: NEW CONSTRUCTION/REBUILD OF SFR AT 2,351 SQ/FT WITH ATTACHED GARAGE AT 400 SQ/FT; ATTACHED PATIO AT 260 SQ/FT AND DECK OVER SLOPE AT REAR (RFS2025-00014)
Yes No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01981
3815 EDGEVIEW DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 Submitted
New construction of burned home. 1 story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, single family residence. 1,860 sq. ft. of previous habitable space + 100 sq. ft. of new space added.
Yes No 4
BLDSFR2025-
01979
3835 STARTOUCH DR
Pasadena, CA 91107 Submitted New construction of a 1-story single family residence @ 2252 square feet with an attached 2-stall garage @ an additional 480 square feet. Yes No 4 4 1818 WALWORTH AVE
Pasadena, CA 91104 SubmittedBLDSFR2025-
01916, -01961
In Review
1253- 1257 DEL REY
AVE SFR
PASADENA, CA 91107
BLDMF2025-
00393, -00394
and -00395
No No
No Yes 1
ATTACHMENT C
Summary of Proposed Fee Reductions
Existing Fees
1,900 SF Rebuilt SFR
1,900 SF Rebuilt SFR
(Utilizing Standard
Plans)
1,900 SF Rebuilt SFR
(All Other Rebuilds)
Building Division 5,157$ 2,579$ 5,157$ D&HP Section 337$ 169$ 337$ Zoning Section 487$ 244$ 487$ Fire Department 1,076$ 538$ 1,076$ Transportation 447$ 224$ 447$ Public Works 603$ 302$ 603$ Building Permit 3,439$ 3,439$ 3,439$ Records Mgt. Surcharge 360$ 360$ 360$ Building Processing 74$ 74$ 74$ Fire Processing 36$ 36$ 36$ Construction Notice Sign 15$ 15$ 15$ Construction Tax 7,680$ 7,680$ 7,680$ General Plan Fee 2,000$ 2,000$ 2,000$ Technology Fee 2,000$ 2,000$ 2,000$ C&D Deposit (refundable) 12,000$ 2,000$ 2,000$ C&D Admin Review Fee 403$ 403$ 403$ School District Impact Fees -$ -$ -$ CA Building Standards Fee 16$ 16$ 16$ SMIP Residential 52$ 52$ 52$ AB 717 Training 34$ 34$ 34$ Total 36,216$ 22,163$ 26,216$ Percent Reduction -39% -28%
Building Permit Fees:
Plan Check Fees:
Proposed Reduced Fees
Fee Type
2. APPROVAL OF PASADENA ASSISTANCE FUND GRANT AWARDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 FOR 2025 & 2026*
AgenrJa Fleport �,.,_
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
June 23, 2025
THROUGH: Economic Development & Technology Committee (June 17, 2025) FROM: Housing Department
SUBJECT: APPROVE PASADENA ASSISTANCE FUND GRANT AWARDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 FOR PROGRAM YEARS 2025 ANO 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Ci\y Council take'the following actions:
1) Find that the recommended action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061 (b)(3), the "common sense" provision that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and
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2) Approve Pasadena Assistance Fund �llocation for grant awards in the grand total amount of $150,000 for program years 2025 and 2026, as set forth in this report to Star: Illuminate, Education, Advocate; Families Forward Learning Center and Outward Bound Adventures, Inc.
BACKGROUND:
On March 1, 2013, the City of Pasadena transferred $1. 7 million from the Human Services Endowment Fund to the Pasadena·Community Foundation (PCF) to create the Pasadena Assistance Fund (PAF). The PAf is an endowment fund managed by PCF.
The City retains authority over awarding grants from earnings generated by the fund. All donations to the endowment become part ofthe. principal and remain in the fund in perpetuity. Profits are grown from the princi�al through investment tools utilized by PCF.
Those profits are then granted to Pasadena non-profit agencies that provide human services to Pasadena residents. The PAF represents a partnership between the City and PCF to serve the local community. Since inception, the fund has grown to over $3.2 million, and over $600,000 have been awarded to Pasadena non-profit agencies.
MEETING OF AGENDA ITEM NO. __ _
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
CHILDS DESIGNS FOR ADU PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000*
INFORMATION ONLY
4. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE BY DAVID A. KLUG, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR*
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 17, 2025
To: Economic Development and Technology Committee
From: David A. Klug, Economic Development Director
Subject: Economic Development Update
The Economic Development Division is committed to supporting a thriving local economy. This memo provides an update on market conditions and the Division’s efforts.
1. Business Development
a. Notable Openings & Successes
i. Puppy Fades, a new dog grooming salon created by Homeboy Industries, is now open at 446 S. Fair Oaks Ave. The salon is staffed by graduates of Homeboy’s 18-month reentry program, providing job training and employment for formerly incarcerated and gang-involved individuals. ii. Prenuvo, a high-tech medical imaging provider has opened its newest location at 475 S. Lake Ave. The company is a leader in the Direct Primary Care movement, offering proactive, full-body MRI scans as part of a preventative approach to
healthcare.
iii. Bad Ash Bakes Bakery and Cafe
,
located at 247 E. Colorado Blvd. is
now officially open. The bakery
built a large following through viral
baking content and quickly
attracted lines of customers during
its soft opening. The menu
features popular items like matcha
cinnamon rolls, red velvet cake,
and banana pudding.
2. Conferences & Special Events
a. Staff attended the Southern California Life Sciences Conference held at the Pacific Center in Sorrento Mesa on April 10, 2025, an event that highlighted the region’s dynamic life sciences sector spanning San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles. The conference showcased innovations in biotech and pharmaceutical development, advanced life sciences real estate projects, and the critical role of local academic institutions in fostering collaboration and scientific advancement. Key themes included fostering partnerships, supporting startup growth and emerging talent, and delivering state-of-the-art lab and research facilities designed to attract industry leaders. The insights shared at the conference offered valuable insights as the City continues to explore opportunities to grow and support its own life sciences industry.
b. LA County Small Business Forum
On May 28, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (LADEO) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger hosted the first 2025 LA Region Small Business Forum at the Pasadena Convention Center. Over 600 attendees, including small businesses, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs, accessed panels, permitting workshops, and direct support from more than 50 agencies and partners. The forum focused on recovery from recent wildfires and economic disruptions, while also preparing businesses for major upcoming events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and LA28 Games. Hosting the event in Pasadena underscored the City's role as a regional hub for economic recovery and support.
Businesses impacted by the Eaton Fire received targeted resources on access to capital, training and legal aid, as well as technology giveaways.
c. LABEST Bioscience Conference
Economic Development participated in the panel How to Build in LA:
Navigating the Planning & Permit Process in Greater Los Angeles at the 7th Annual LABEST Bioscience Conference, hosted by the UCLA Technology Development Group at the UCLA Luskin Conference Center. The event brought together leaders from UCLA Health, the David Geffen School of Medicine, Gilead, Amgen, Kite, and other bioscience innovators for a day of expert panels, networking, and research showcases. Staff engaged in a discussion on the intersection of public policy, economic development, and biotech innovation, highlighting Pasadena’s role in advancing life sciences growth and fostering regional collaboration.
d. California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED) At the 2025 CALED Conference, the City’s Economic Development Division received a CALED Award of Merit in the Programs and Promotions category.
The award recognized the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan, completed in 2024, for its forward-looking,
results-driven approach to inclusive
economic growth.
As part of the conference, staff
participated in a panel discussion titled,
Supporting Local Business in Times of
Uncertainty: Lessons from Pasadena and
Chino. The session highlighted
Pasadena’s approach to business
outreach, the importance of acting on
feedback, and the City’s efforts to support
small businesses during and after the
Eaton wildfire. Insights shared during the
panel offered practical strategies for
economic developers across the state.
e. Dine out Pasadena Streetfest
On Sunday, June 22, from 1:00-7:00 pm the City will host the Dine Out Pasadena Streetfest. Guests will enjoy great food, live music, and activities, all set against the backdrop of the new on-street dining structures in Old Pasadena. As our restaurant community continues to recover from the challenges of the Eaton fire, guests are invited to Union St. between Raymond and Fair Oaks to honor the resilience and spirit of Pasadena’s culinary culture. The event marks the official debut of eight new on-street dining platforms and three refurbished ones. Streetfest is hosted by the Economic Development Division with generous support from Dine Brands Global, Visit Pasadena, Old Pasadena Management District, Sunstone Investment Group, and the U.S. Small Business Administration.
3. Business Support and Networking
a. DoorDash’s Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund
DoorDash awarded $10,000 grants to 20 small restaurants impacted by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires in January, including Go China in Pasadena.
The grants were distributed through DoorDash’s Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund, in partnership with Hello Alice, to assist with expenses such as rent, payroll, inventory, and equipment replacement. Since its launch in 2021, the fund has provided over $2.5 million in support to more than 250 restaurants nationwide. Local recipients in Altadena include Amara Kitchen, Café de Leche, and Side Pie.
b. Valued Partners Breakfast
On April 30, the Economic Development Division, in partnership with Mayor Gordo, hosted the Valued Pasadena Partners Breakfast at Brookside Golf Club. The event brought together leaders from the robotics sector and Pasadena’s innovation ecosystem to showcase local technologies and explore opportunities for collaboration. Attendees received updates on the City’s economic development strategic plan, its deep tech campaign, and efforts to scale tech-focused messaging and storytelling. Speakers included representatives from Keck Medicine of USC and Honeybee Robotics (a Blue Origin company), who shared how advanced technologies are being used in life-saving surgeries and lunar exploration. The conversation underscored the importance of collaboration between the City, institutions like Caltech, Art Center College of Design, and JPL, and Pasadena’s growing community of tech companies. Events like this reinforce Pasadena’s reputation as a thriving hub for robotics and deep tech innovation, while providing a platform for industry leaders to exchange insights, address current challenges, and form new partnerships.
c. Serve Robotics Warehouse Tour
As a follow-up to connections made during the recent Robotics Valued Pasadena Partners Breakfast, City staff conducted a site visit to the Serve Robotics warehouse in Los Angeles. During the visit, staff observed operations firsthand and engaged with the Serve team to learn more about their use of Personal Delivery Devices (PDDs) in other cities. The visit provided valuable insight into the company’s capabilities and operations. Staff will continue to explore opportunities to support innovation in last-mile delivery while prioritizing safety, accessibility, and community input.
4. Tech. Startups & Science
Virtualitics, a Pasadena-based AI company, launched a purpose-built Generative AI Toolkit to support defense decision-making and logistics operations. Unlike generic AI platforms, the new toolkit develops specialized AI agents tailored to military needs, emphasizing speed, security, and operational alignment. Virtualitics plans to deploy the first AI agents this summer for predictive maintenance and material forecasting, ensuring human oversight remains integral. With a foundation in Caltech research and a track record of successful military contracts, the company positions itself as a leader in mission-focused AI solutions.
5. Real Estate
On April 14, Economic Development staff toured Keck Medicine of USC’s new outpatient facility at 590 S. Fair Oaks Ave. Set to open in fall 2025, at 100,000 square feet and four stories tall, this will be Keck’s largest and most advanced outpatient location. Staff were guided through the facility’s key areas, which will offer a wide range of specialty services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics,
autoimmune care, outpatient surgery, imaging, pain management, and physical therapy.
The tour also highlighted cutting-edge features such as biology-guided radiation therapy, a breakthrough cancer treatment using real-time biological signals to improve precision. Designed to promote wellness, the building includes floor-to- ceiling windows, mountain views, and a rooftop healing garden. Keck will continue operating its existing site at 625 S. Fair Oaks Ave., which will expand its focus on primary care, digestive health, brain health, ENT, and ophthalmology.
5. PROCUREMENT 101 TRAINING*
Procurement 101 Training
1 Pasadena Contract Ready Procurement Workshop
• Date: July 24, 2025
• Location (tentative): North Lake Area
• Summary: EconDev will host a workshop focused on contracting preparedness. Topics will include contracting with the City of Pasadena, private vs. public contracting, certifications, prime vs. subcontracting, small and large contracting opportunities, contracting platforms, and capability statements.
• Goal: To offer businesses general procurement guidance, along with specialized tips to enhance their competitiveness in RFP applications for major sporting event opportunities. • Presenters: Business development/procurement expert, Finance Department, and tentatively a procurement officer.