Municipal Services Committee
October 14, 2025

A major improvement is the implementation of a formal condition assessment program.

In prior years, maintenance relied on full-system annual cleaning and targeted televising based on observed or reported conditions. While effective in many respects, that approach provided limited information about overall pipe condition across the system.

With additional resources now available, the City is undertaking closed-circuit televising of approximately 250,000 linear feet of sewer main and inspection of roughly 1,100 manholes annually, allowing for full system condition rating every seven years. This aligns with industry best practices and supports more strategic maintenance and rehabilitation planning.

The fats, oils, and grease (FOG) compliance program has also been enhanced. While the City has historically conducted FOG-related inspections and outreach as staffing and resources allowed, there was no formal structure or reliable funding mechanism in place. With the adoption of a dedicated FOG inspection fee as part of the FY 2025 General Fee Schedule, the City can now perform inspections of food service establishments on a consistent two-year cycle. The program includes direct engagement with facility owners and staff, provision of educational materials, and guidance on proper grease disposal and maintenance of interceptor devices. These efforts support compliance with Pasadena Municipal Code Section 8.14 and help mitigate blockages that could otherwise lead to sanitary sewer overflows.

Capital Improvements Funded by Sewer Rate Adjustments
The new rate structure also allows the City to advance essential capital projects that were previously deferred due to funding constraints.

This includes the trenchless rehabilitation of approximately 40,000 linear feet of sewer main each year (equivalent to 7.5 miles), as well as localized point repairs and manhole rehabilitation. These efforts will significantly improve the structural integrity and reliability of the system, while minimizing the need for more disruptive repairs in the future.

In addition, the City is preparing to modernize the Busch Garden and Rosemont sewer pump stations, which dates back to the 1940s. Planned improvements include mechanical, structural, and electrical upgrades to enhance performance and extend the operational life of both facilities. Construction is expected to begin in Fiscal Year 2026, with the total project cost estimated at $5.25 million.

Conclusion
With adoption of the 2025 SSMP and the funding support provided by the June 2024 sewer rate adjustment, the City is now well-positioned to implement long-planned improvements to both operations and infrastructure. These enhancements will improve service reliability, support compliance with state mandates, and ensure responsible long-term stewardship of Pasadena’s sewer system. The Department of Public Works will continue to provide updates as implementation efforts progress. 341
Department of Public Works
Sewer System
Management Plan
(SSMP)
Municipal Services Committee
October 14, 2025
Item #3
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Department of Public Works
Presentation Purpose
2 1. Sewer Network Overview

2. Define the SSMP

3. Regulatory background/history

4. Provide overview of adopted
2025 SSMP and highlight key
updates

5. Share benefits to the community

6. Summarize upcoming Capital
Improvement Projects
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Department of Public Works
City’s Sewer Network Overview
3 • Consists of
> 328 miles of pipes
> 7,500 manholes
> 3 Lift stations
**Note: Majority of the sewer
mains are over 90 years old.
• Average flow of 14 million
gallons per day (GPD)
• Conveys untreated wastewater to Los Angeles
County Sanitation District’s trunk sewer system
through 92 separate connections
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Department of Public Works
What is an SSMP?
4 A Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) is a documented plan that outlines how the City manages, operates,
maintains, and improves its sewer collection system to
reduce the risk of overflows, protect water quality, and comply with state regulations.
> Prevent sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs)
> Ensure proper system operation and
maintenance
> Protect public health and the environment
> Comply with State Water Resources Control
Board requirements
> Plan for long-term infrastructure needs
The SSMP is our blueprint for responsible, resilient, and transparent sewer system management
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Department of Public Works
Regulatory Background
• California State Water Resources Control
Board Statewide General Waste Discharge
Requirement (WDR) for Sanitary Sewer
Systems
• Order No. 2006-0003-DWQ (2006)
• Order No. WQ 2022-0103-DWQ (2022)
• The previously adopted SSMP was
presented and adopted by City Council
on December 10, 2019.
• An updated SSMP was adopted by
Council on June 2, 2025 in compliance
with WDR 2022 regulations
• The SSMP is required to be updated every
6 years and must be approved by the
Agency’s governing board at a public
meeting
• The entire document is available to
public through the City’s website
under Public Works Permitting >
Engineering Resources
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Department of Public Works
2025 VS. 2019 – What’s New?
6 Category 2019 SSMP 2025 Update Highlights
Spill Categories 3 categories 4 categories; includes small non- surface spills
Asset Management & GIS GIS Map of Assets Requires GIS Map and Monthly Updates
Climate Resilience Not included/required Includes system vulnerability and adaptation planning
Staff Training General O&M and SSMP training Expanded training for spill response and reporting
O&M Practices Annual cleaning, complaint-
based investigation
Structured, scheduled PM and
asset rehab
Public Outreach Included goals about FOG
education
Requires FOG
outreach/education
Audits & Updates 5-year update, 2-year audit 6-year update, 3-year audit, annual change log
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Department of Public Works
Enhanced O and M
7 2019 SSMP
> Annual cleaning (jetting) of full
system only
> Investigations based on
complaints or observed issues
> Minimal CCTV—only problem
areas
> Issue Driven Maintenance
2025 SSMP
> Televise ~250,000 feet/year (1/7 of
system)
> Inspect ~1,100 manholes/year
> Full condition rating of entire
system every 7 years
> Enables risk-based planning and
preventive maintenance
Thanks to City Council’s 2024 rate adoption, Public Works can now meet industry best practices—enabling a shift toward planned, proactive maintenance and improved collection system oversight 348
Department of Public Works
FOG Program
8 New FOG inspection fee adopted in FY
2025 General Fee Schedule
• Applies to Food Service Establishments (FSEs)—including restaurants, commercial kitchens, and food prep
facilities
• Inspections conducted once every two years to ensure
proper fats, oils, and grease disposal practices
• Facility owners and staff receive educational materials and best practices
> Grease interceptor maintenance
> Proper disposal and spill prevention techniques
> Recordkeeping guidance
• Supports compliance with Pasadena Municipal Code

8.14 • Helps prevent sewer blockages and overflows,
protecting public health and local waterways
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Department of Public Works
New Rates at Work
9 Televising and Condition Assessment of the entire
collection system every 7 years (1/7 per year)
➢ ~47 miles / ~248,160 LF per year
➢ ~1,075 manholes per year
Lining approximately 40,000 LF (7.5 miles) of sewer
annually
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Department of Public Works
New Rates at Work (cont.)
Est. Project Cost = $5.25M
Scope:

Project provides for mechanical,
structural, and electrical
upgrades of the Busch Garden
and the Rosemont sewer pump
stations
*Expected to begin const. in FY 26
10 Modernization of Busch Garden
and Rosemont Sewer Pump
Stations
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Department of Public Works
Questions
Questions?
11 352
ITEM #4a
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: AUGUST 26, 2025
TO: DESIGN COMMISSION
FROM: JENNIFER PAIGE, AICP, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

SUBJECT: DESIGN COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 AND PROPOSEDWORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026
____________________________________________________________________________

Staff has prepared the Design Commission’s Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025) and Work Plan for FY 2026 (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026).

The Annual Report is a summary of project types reviewed by the Commission, including:
• Design Review for private and public projects;
• Historic preservation review in the Central District; • Advisory reviews of proposals for updates to specific plans, planned developments, and amendments to master development plans, and revisions to design guidelines; • Appeals and calls for review of staff-level decisions; and • Preliminary Consultations of new development projects.

The Annual Report also notes the Commission’s participation on City -sponsored task forces, committees, and training sessions pertinent to design guidelines, CEQA, historic preservation, Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, architecture, and urban design.

The Work Plan is a summary of proposed activities and objectives for the Commission, including attending regular and special meetings, conducting design review hearings, and completing tours of constructed projects.

At the August 26, 2025 Commission meeting, there will be an opportunity for Commissioners and the public to provide comments on the Annual Report and Work Plan before it is transmitted to the City Council.

Attachments:

A. Design Commission Annual Report for FY 2025
B. Design Commission Work Plan for FY 2026
C. Design Commission Meeting attendance record for FY 2025

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ATTACHMENT - A
Annual Report: 2024-2025
Design Commission
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CITY OF PASADENA DESIGN COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
(July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025)

MISSION (as stated in Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) Section 2.80.110):

The purpose of the Design Commission is to:

a) Establish procedures for developing design policies for the City;

b) Establish procedures and criteria for review of alterations to the urban and natural environments to assure appropriate design;

c) Encourage public understanding of and involvement in the design quality of the city, and strengthen civic pride in the beauty of Pasadena;

d) Protect and enhance the City’s attraction to residents seeking a pleasant way of life, increase its attraction for tourists and visitors, and support and stimulate business and industry by encouraging excellence of design; and

e) Safeguard and enhance the visual and aesthetic character, diversity and quality of the City.

LIST OF OBJECTIVES AND
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025:

I. At bimonthly meetings, review applications for design review as specified in PMC Section 17.61.030.

Status: COMPLETED.

A total of 16 projects were reviewed during the year including six Preliminary Consultations, four Concept Design Reviews, one Consolidated Design Review, four Final Design Reviews, and two Major Changes to Approved Projects.

▪ Preliminary Consultation:
1) 505 S. Oak Knoll Avenue
2) 78 N. Marengo Avenue
3) 2211 E. Walnut Street
4) 80 - 100 N. Lake Avenue
5) 27 – 37 N. Bonnie Avenue
6) 1364 E. Green Street

▪ Concept Design Review:
1) 1200 E. California Boulevard
2) 2915 E. Colorado Boulevard
3) 861 E. Walnut Street
4) 2771 E. Foothill Boulevard

▪ Consolidated Design Review:
1) 130 – 140 N. Fair Oaks Avenue

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▪ Final Design Review:
1) 350 Cordova Street
2) 1200 E. California Boulevard
3) 740 – 790 E. Green Street

▪ Major Changes to Approved Project:
1) 1105 E. Villa Street
2) 1870-1890 E. Walnut Street, 170 N. Parkwood Avenue, & 175 N. Greenwood Avenue

II. Conduct design reviews of City projects, as specified in the PMC Section 2.80.110.

Status: NOT APPLICABLE.

There were no City projects brought before the Commission for review during the reporting period.

III. Conduct historic preservation reviews in the Central District as specified in the PMC Chapter 17.62.

Status: COMPLETED.

The Commission conducted design review of the following projects in the Central District, which also included historic preservation review.

▪ 78 N. Marengo Avenue
▪ 130 – 140 N. Fair Oaks Avenue

IV. Attend training sessions on design guidelines, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), historic preservation, Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, architecture, and urban design.

Status: COMPLETED.

Commission members attended tours, seminars, workshops, and presentations as part of their continuing education and professional development on topics pertaining to historic preservation, architecture, and urban design. One such event was a tour of Citrus College conducted by Onyx Architects on September 20, 2024.

V. Conduct advisory reviews of proposals for updates to specific plans, planned developments, new master plans, amendments to master plans, and revisions to design guidelines.

Status: NOT APPLICABLE.

There were no specific plans updates, planned developments, new master plans, amendments to master plans or revisions to design guidelines brought before the Commission for review during the reporting period.

VI. Provide comments on Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) affecting aesthetics, biological resources, cultural resources, and other issues related to design and historic preservation.

Status: NOT APPLICABLE.

There were no new EIRs that required review by the Commission during the reporting period.

VII. Advise the Planning Commission and City Council on proposed code amendments, ordinances, and other projects as they may affect urban design, trees, and aesthetics, and in the Central District, historic preservation.

Status: COMPLETED.
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The Commission provided Advisory Review to the Planning Commission and City Council of the proposed Objective Design Standards for High Density Housing and Design Review Process code amendments.

The Commission also discussed the Tree Protection Ordinance and forwarded a recommendation to the City Clerk and the Mayor requesting that the City Council initiate amending the City’s Trees and Tree Protection Ordinance, with respect to public trees, and to agendize it for discussion.

VIII. Act, when required, as decision maker on environmental studies when the Commission is the initial decision-maker for a project.

Status: COMPLETED.

The Commission re-affirmed six Categorical Exemptions that were adopted previously by the Commission or another review body. While there were no Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, Addenda to an Environmental Impact Report adopted by the Commission, or Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessments, it re-affirmed three Mitigated Negative Declarations and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Programs that were adopted by another review body. The environmental determinations of projects reviewed is detailed in the table below:

CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
▪ 1105 E. Villa Street (Change to Approved
Project) **
▪ 350 Cordova Street (Final) *
▪ 1200 E. California Boulevard (Final) * ▪ 861 E. Walnut Street (Concept) * ▪ 130 – 140 N. Fair Oaks Avenue
(Consolidated) **
▪ 1870-1890 E. Walnut Street, 170 N.

Parkwood Avenue, & 175 N. Greenwood
Avenue (Change to Approved Project) **

MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
▪ 254 E. Union Street (Time Extension) * ▪ 2915 E. Colorado Boulevard (Concept) * ▪ 740 – 790 E. Green Street (Final) *
Notes:
* The environmental review was adopted by a different governing body and re-affirmed by the Commission.
** The environmental review was adopted by the Commission at a prior design review meeting.

IX. Hear appeals of staff-level decisions (or calls for review of staff-level decisions), as needed.

Status: NOT APPLICABLE
The Commission did not request the review of any staff decisions or review any appeals on design review decisions.

X. Participate on City-sponsored task forces and committees.

Status: COMPLETED.

Members of the Commission participated in the following task forces, committees and subcommittees:

1. Urban Forestry Advisory Committee

2. Historic Preservation Commission

3. Planning Commission

4. Transportation Advisory Commission

5. Arts & Culture Commission

6. Las Encinas Psychiatric Hospital & Barn Subcommittee 358

7. Olivewood (North and South) Subcommittee

8. 1336 E. Colorado Blvd Subcommittee

9. 280 Ramona St Subcommittee

10. 3200 East Foothill Boulevard

11. 130-140 N. Fair Oaks Avenue Subcommittee

12. 170 N. Halstead St Subcommittee

13. 86 S. Fair Oaks Ave Subcommittee

14. Design Awards Subcommittee

15. Field Trip Subcommittee

16. Stipend Subcommittee

17. 1870-1890 E. Walnut St. Subcommittee

Pursuant to PMC Chapter 2.80, the Commission is to be comprised of nine (9) members, five (5) of which are appointed by the Mayor, and four (4) additional representatives from the Transportation Advisory Commission, the Arts and Culture Commission, the Cultural Heritage Commission, and the Planning Commission.

XI. Conduct Preliminary Consultations of projects that require Commission level Design Review.

Status: COMPLETED.

The Commission conducted six (6) preliminary consultations of the following projects:

1. 505 S. Oak Knoll Avenue

2. 78 N. Marengo Avenue

3. 2211 E. Walnut Street

4. 80 - 100 N. Lake Avenue

5. 27 – 37 N. Bonnie Avenue

6. 1364 E. Green Street

XII. Review requests for time extensions as specified in PMC Section 17.64.040.

Status: COMPLETED.

The Commission reviewed one (1) application of a Time Extension request for the following projects:

1. 254 E. Union Street

Note: During the reporting period, the Zoning Code was amended to allow for staff review of all Time Extensions; therefore, this item will not be included in the Commission work plan going forward.

XIII. Conduct tours of completed projects approved through the design review process.

Status: NOT COMPLETED.

There were no annual tours conducted during the reporting period.

XIV. Conduct Commission organization training.

Status: NOT APPLICABLE
The Commission did not conduct an organization training meeting this reporting period. New Commissioners are provided with a link to a recorded training session and current Commissioners may also review this session when needed.

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ATTACHMENT - B
Proposed Work Plan: 2025-2026
Design Commission
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CITY OF PASADENA DESIGN COMMISSION
WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026
(July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026)

LIST OF OBJECTIVES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026:

I. At bimonthly meetings, review applications for design review as specified in Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) Section 17.61.030.

II. Conduct design reviews of City projects, as specified in PMC Section 2.80.110.

III. Conduct historic preservation reviews in the Central District as specified in PMC Chapter. 17.62.

IV. Attend training sessions on design guidelines, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), historic preservation, Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, architecture, and urban design.

V. Conduct advisory reviews of proposals for updates to specific plans, amendments to planned developments, new master plans, amendments to master plans, and revisions to design guidelines.

VI. Provide comments on Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) affecting aesthetics, biological resources, cultural resources, and other issues related to design and historic preservation.

VII. Advise the Planning Commission and City Council on proposed code amendments, ordinances, and other projects as they may affect urban design, trees, and aesthetics and, in the Central District, historic preservation.

VIII. Act, when required, as decision maker on environmental studies when the Commission is the initial decision-maker for a project.

IX. Hear appeals of staff-level decisions (or calls for review of staff-level decisions) as needed.

X. Participate on City-sponsored task forces and committees.

XI. Conduct preliminary consultations of projects that require Commission level Design Review.

XII. Conduct tours of completed projects approved through the design review process.

XIII. Conduct Commission organization training.

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ATTACHMENT - C
Annual Attendance: 2024-2025
Design Commission
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Design Commission

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2024 - June 2025

MEMBERS
7/9/2024
CAN
7/23/2024
REG
8/13/2024
REG
8/27/2024
REG
9/10/2024
REG
9/24/2024
REG
10/8/2024
REG
10/22/2024
REG
11/12/2024
REG
11/26/2024
REG
12/10/2024
REG
12/24/2024
CAN
1/14/2025
CAN
1/28/2025
CAN
2/11/2025
REG
2/25/2025
CAN
3/11/2025
CAN
3/25/2025
REG
4/8/2025
CAN
4/22/2025
REG
5/13/2025
REG
5/27/2025
REG
6/10/2025
REG
6/24/2025
REG
TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

JULIANNA DELGADO
(PLANNING COMMISSION) XX P NQ P P P P A P XX P XX XX XX P XX XX P XX P P P XX XX 12 80%

ROBERT CARPENTER
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 1) XX P U P A P A P A XX P XX XX XX P XX XX U XX P P A 8 53%

PHILIP CHIAO
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 6) XX P A P P P P P P XX P XX XX XX P XX XX A XX P P A XX XX 11 73%

DAVID DICRISTOFARO
(TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMISSION) P XX XX P XX P P P XX XX 5 100%

SRINIVAS RAO
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 6) XX A A A A P P P P XX P XX XX XX A XX XX A XX P P P XX XX 8 53%

LUCINDA OVER
(HISTORIC PRESERVATION) XX P A P P P P P P XX P XX XX XX P XX XX P XX P P P XX XX 12 80%

JOE FEINBLATT
(ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION) XX P XX P P P XX XX 4 100%

MARIE-CLAUDIA FARES
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 7) XX P NQ P P P P P P XX P XX XX XX P XX XX P XX P A P XX XX 12 80%

YOLANDA SEPULVEDA
(ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION) XX P NQ P A P P A A XX A XX XX XX 4 40% VACANT
(ATLARGE/DISTRICT 1)
VACANT
(AT LARGE/DISTRICT 5)
LEGEND

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM
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ITEM #4b
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PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

September 1, 2025

TO: City Council

FROM: Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2024 through June 2025 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:
• Report of Accomplishments for July 23, 2024, through June 17, 2025 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 23, 2024, through June 17, 2025 • Work Plan for July 22, 2025, through June 23, 2026

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee at our meeting on June 17, 2025.

Respectfully submitted,

Howard Tan, Chair
Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Chair
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HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 2 City of Pasadena Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Work Plan Accomplishments: 07/23/2024 – 06/17/2025
Mission:

The purpose and function of the Committee shall be to review and advise the City Council on matters related to the Committee, as defined and designated in Section

2.150.110 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, including:

1. Review and recommendation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan and any addenda thereto;

2. Oversight of the preparation of the environmental documents associated with the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan and any addenda thereto;

3. Oversight of the construction of the Hahamongna Watershed Park restoration project.

4. Review of revenue and financing proposals to fund the ongoing operations and maintenance of Hahamongna Watershed Park;

5. Development of a plan for public outreach and community involvement in accomplishing the four functions listed above and

6. Monitoring the Devil's Gate Reservoir Restoration Project, including the sediment removal phase of the project, and provide the community an opportunity to voice concerns.

7. Such other matters as the City Council may request.

FY 2024-2025 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Ensure the implementation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan
Objective #2 – Oversight of the environmental impacts associated within Hahamongna Watershed Park
Objective #3 – Monitor the Hahamongna Watershed Park Restoration Projects, including the annual sediment removal and other construction projects Objective #4 – Develop and implement a plan for public outreach, events, and community involvement
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3 HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 Objective #1 – Ensure the implementation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Mastromatteo, Mitchell, Sheppard, Robb, Cullins, York

Action Items:
• Completed - Identify and recommend projects that comply with the Master Plan • Completed - Seek partners and potential funding for projects Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:

• Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled.

September 2024:

• An update was received that the CREEC Coalition did a clean-up at the Annex with Staff's support.

November 2024:
• An update was received from the CREEC Coalition activities to activate the Hahamongna annex.

January 2025:
• The Hahamongna Watershed Advisory Committee meeting was canceled

March 2025:
• Update from the CREEC Coalition and their vision of the annex.

May 2025:
• Staff announced that the Hahamongna Watershed Park (HWP) Annex will be on the June 2, 2025, City Council Agenda to approve the Request for Proposal (RFP).

June 2025:
• No updates.

Status: Completed
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4 HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 Objective #2 – Oversight of the environmental impacts associated within Hahamongna Watershed Park

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Mastromatteo, Mitchell, Sheppard, Robb, Cullins, York

Action Items:
• Completed - Receive updates from Pasadena Water and Power on projects and water quality
• Completed - Monitor invasive plant impacts
• Completed - Review construction projects in the park

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:
• Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled

September 2024:
• Received an update from Los Angeles County on the beehive relocation and the handling of hornet’s nests.

November 2024:
• Received an update from Los Angeles County on the vandalism of the willow trees and the Southeast Entrance
January 2025:

• Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Canceled March 2025:
• Received an update from Los Angeles County on the reservoir clean-up and the vandalism to trees in the habitat area.
• Received a PowerPoint presentation from Los Angeles County on the Southeast Entrance Improvement Project, which included the background, project goals, design and next steps.

May 2025:
• Received an update from the Pasadena Audubon Society about the work being performed to identify and remove non-native invasive plants in conjunction with City staff.
• The Committee requested results from LA County Public Works on soil testing done at the reservoir post-Eaton Fire.

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5 HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 June 2025:
• No updates.

Status: Completed
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6 HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025

Objective #3 – Monitor the Hahamongna Watershed Park Restoration Projects, including the annual sediment removal and other construction projects

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Mastromatteo, Mitchell, Sheppard, Robb, Cullins, York

Action Items:
• Completed-Monitor dam and reservoir maintenance operations • Completed-Receive updates from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on the construction overview, habitat restoration, hauling season, hauling routes, trail closures, traffic impacts, air quality, flood management, and haul truck monitoring.
• Completed-Receive updates on redevelopment and usage of the Annex.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:
• Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled

September 2024:
• The Committee received an update from Los Angeles County Public Works on the Reservoir Restoration project, including an update on the Annual Sediment Removal Project and the maintenance.

November 2024:
• Received an update from Los Angeles County on the shot hole bore. • Update on the Explorer Well, including the realignment of the Road.

January 2025:

• Hahamongna Watershed Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled March 2025:
• Received an update from Los Angeles County on sediment removal and other construction projects, including the Southeast Restoration Project.

May 2025:
• Received an update from LA County Public Works on the annual sediment removal. • Received an update from LA County Public Works on the Reservoir Restoration Project and the Southeast Entrance Project.

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7 HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025

June 2025:
• No updates.

Status: Completed
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8 Objective #4 – Develop and implement a plan for public outreach, events, and community involvement

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Mastromatteo, Mitchell, Sheppard, Robb, Cullins, York

Action Items:
• Completed - Conduct educational tours for the community of Hahamongna Watershed Park, highlighting its regional importance. • Completed - Committee members should attend community events. • Completed - Engage with Hahamongna Watershed Park Stakeholders. • Completed - Develop outreach strategy for Hahamongna Watershed Park. • Ongoing - Develop a Hahamongna Watershed Park Stakeholder calendar of events.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:

• Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled September 2024:
• Informed that a CREEC volunteer day was held.
• The Committee agendized programming brainstorming for the November meeting and requested an update from the CREEC Coalition on future agenda items.

November 2024:

• Discussed the creation of a calendar and a webpage to put all the Hahamongna events posted in one place.
➢ Committee members will send current programs and event dates to staff to post
• Add CREEC to a future agenda.
• Committee to continue to discuss Appreciation Day and Indigenous Day in addition to different groups to engage.

January 2025:

• The Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled.

March 2025:
• The CREEC Coalition partners (Outward Bound Adventures, Side Street Projects, My Tribe Rise, Pasadena Audubon Society, Gabrielino Tongva San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Arroyo Seco Foundation and the Arlington Garden in Pasadena), shared their individual organization’s program and purpose, sharing their needs, objectives and vision in the utilization of the Hahamongna Watershed Annex.
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HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 9 May 2025:

• Discussed further the plan to host a community event day at Hahamongna Watershed Park (HWP)
June 2025:
• No updates.

Status: Completed
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HWPAC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 17, 2025 10 Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory
Committee Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025

July 2024
Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled September 2024
• Los Angeles County Public Works Updates
• Reservoir Restoration Project
• Southeast Entrance Hahamongna Oak Grove Drive
Improvement Project
November 2024
• Los Angeles County Public Works Updates
• Reservoir Restoration Project
• Southeast Entrance Hahamongna Oak Grove Drive
Improvement Project
• Pasadena Water and Power
• Explorer Well Updates
January 2025
Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Meeting Canceled March 2025
• Los Angeles County Public Works Updates
• Reservoir Restoration Project
• Southeast Entrance Hahamongna Oak Grove Drive
Improvement Project
• CREEC update

May 2025
• Los Angeles County Public Works Updates
• Reservoir Restoration Project
• Southeast Entrance Hahamongna Oak Grove Drive
Improvement Project
• Pasadena Audubon update in the Hahamongna Watershed Park June 2025 - Annual Meeting
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HWPAC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2024-9. Approved June 17, 2025 11

HAHAMONGNA WATERSHED PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2024 - June 2025

MEMBERS

TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE
MICHAEL CULLINS XX P P XX XX P 3 100.00%
TIM MARTINEZ XX P P XX XX P P P 5 100.00%
MARK MASTROMATTEO XX P 1 100.00%
BETSY MITCHELL XX P U XX XX A A 1 25.00%
HEATHER ROBB XX A 0 0.00%
TREASURE SHEPPARD XX A P XX XX P P P 4 80.00%
HOWARD TAN XX P P XX XX P P P 5 100.00%
SUZANNE YORK P XX XX P P P 4 100.00%

LEGEND TOTAL MEETINGS HELD: 5

P-PRESENT

A-EXCUSED

U-UNEXCUSED

XX-CANCELED MEETING

NQ-NO QUROUM
Not Appointed to Committee on
this date

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HWPAC Work Plan 2025-2026 Approved June 10, 2025. 12
City of Pasadena Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee Work Plan: 07/22/2025 – 06/23/2026
Mission:

The purpose and function of the Committee shall be to review and advise the City Council on matters related to the Committee, as defined and designated in Section

2.150.110 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, including:

1. Review and recommendation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan and any addenda thereto;

2. Oversight of the preparation of the environmental documents associated with the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan and any addenda thereto;

3. Oversight of the construction of the Hahamongna Watershed Park restoration project.

4. Review of revenue and financing proposals to fund the ongoing operations and maintenance of Hahamongna Watershed Park;

5. Development of a plan for public outreach and community involvement in accomplishing the four functions listed above and

6. Monitoring the Devil's Gate Reservoir Restoration Project, including the sediment removal phase of the project, and provide the community an opportunity to voice concerns.

7. Such other matters as the City Council may request.

FY 2025-2026 Objectives:

Objective #1 – Prioritize the implementation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan Addendum 3.0.

Objective #2 – Monitor environmental impacts within Hahamongna Watershed Park.

Objective #3 – Monitor the Hahamongna Watershed Park projects and development.

Objective #4 – Identify opportunities for community and stakeholder involvement in Hahamongna Watershed Park.
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HWPAC Work Plan 2025-2026 Approved June 17, 2025. 13
Objective #1 – Prioritize the implementation of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan Addendum 3.0.

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Sheppard, York, McKenzie Action Items:
• Monitor the status of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for the Hahamongna Annex.
• Engage with potential community partners.

Work Plan Updates:

June 2025: No updates

July 2025: Received update from Pasadena Audubon Society on Activities in the park

Status:
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Objective #2 – Monitor environmental impacts within Hahamongna Watershed Park.

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Sheppard, York, McKenzie

Action Items:
• Receive updates from Pasadena Water and Power and Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on environmental concerns.
• Monitor invasive species within Hahamongna Watershed Park. • Monitor native species within Hahamongna Watershed Park.

Work Plan Updates:

June 2025: No updates

July 2025: Received update from Pasadena Audubon Society on Activities in the park Received update from LA Public Works on Sediment Removal Project

Status
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13 Objective #3 – Monitor Hahamongna Watershed Park Projects and Development.

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Sheppard, York, McKenzie Action Items:
• Reestablish communication with Jet Propulsion Laboratory and receive updates on the Superfund.
• Receive updates from:
➢ Southern California Edison on the Pole Replacement Project. ➢ Pasadena Water and Power on the New Well Installation. ➢ Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on the Sediment Project. ➢ Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on the new construction of the Southeast Entrance.
➢ Los Angeles County Department of Public Works on the Restoration Project.

Work Plan Updates:

June 2025: No updates
July 2025: No updates

Status:
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HWPAC Work Plan 2025-2026 Approved June 17, 2025. 16
14 Objective #4 – Identify opportunities for community and stakeholder involvement in Hahamongna Watershed Park.

Committee Members: Martinez, Tan, Sheppard, York, McKenzie

Action Items:
• Encourage stakeholders and user groups to submit events to the City website calendar.
• Encourage public participation in Hahamongna Watershed Park calendared activities and events.

Work Plan Updates:

June 2025: No updates

July 2025: Established date for Hahamongna Watershed Park Event Day

Status:
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HWPAC Presentation Calendar FY 2025-2026. Approved June 17, 2025. 17 Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committee
Presentation Calendar FY 2025-2026

July 2025
• LA County Public Works
• Pasadena Audubon Society
September 2025
November 2025

January 2026

March 2026
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ITEM #4c
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
TO: HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: JENNIFER PAIGE, AICP, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

SUBJECT: HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 AND PROPOSED WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026
____________________________________________________________________________

Staff has prepared the Historic Preservation Commission’s Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025) and Work Plan for FY 2026 (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026).

The Annual Report is a summary of project types reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission, including:
• Designation of Landmark Districts;
• Designation of Individual Landmarks and Monuments;
• Reviews of applications for Certificate of Appropriateness; • Advisory reviews of Environmental Impact Reports affecting historic resources; • City-sponsored projects and Master Development Plans; and • Nominations of local resources to the California Register of Historic Resources and the National Register of Historic Places.

The Annual Report also notes the Historic Preservation Commission’s participation in the Historic Preservation Awards Program, Historic Property Contract Program (Mills Act), training sessions pertinent to Commissioners’ work, and volunteering.

The attached Work Plan is a summary of proposed activities and objectives for the Commission, including attending regular and special meetings, conducting landmark and Certificate of Appropriateness hearings, and volunteering.

At the September 2, 2025 Commission meeting, the Commissioners will have the opportunity to provide comments on the report and work plan before it is forwarded to the City Council.

Attachments:

A. Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report for FY 2025 B. Historic Preservation Commission Work Plan FY 2026
C. Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Attendance Record FY 2025

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ATTACHMENT A

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CITY OF PASADENA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
(July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)

MISSION (as stated in Pasadena Municipal Code §2.75.025):

The purpose of the Historic Preservation Commission is to:

(a) Implement the historic preservation goals, policies and programs of the Comprehensive General Plan;

(b) Protect, enhance and perpetuate historic resources that represent or reflect distinctive and important elements of the city's cultural, social, economic, political, archaeological and architectural history;

(c) Stabilize and improve property values, and enhance the visual and aesthetic character and environmental amenities of the city's historic areas;

(d) Recognize the city's historic resources as economic assets;

(e) Provide educational programs to promote and encourage restoration, rehabilitation and maintenance of existing historic resources for the culture, education, enjoyment and economic welfare of the city's residents and visitors, and to conserve reuseable material and energy resources;

(f) Foster civic pride in the beauty and noble accomplishments of the past by promoting private stewardship of historic resources that represent these accomplishments;

(g) Promote the city as a destination for tourists and as a desirable location for business;

(h) Ensure that the rights of the owners of historic resources and owners of properties adjacent to historic resources are safeguarded;

(i) Fulfill the city's responsibilities as a Certified Local Government under federal preservation laws; and

(j) Fulfill the city's responsibilities for Federal Section 106 reviews.

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2 LIST OF OBJECTIVES AND
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025:

I. Continue Historic Preservation Awards Program as part of National Historic Preservation Month. Review and update award criteria.

STATUS: NOT APPLICABLE. In 2025, the annual Historic Preservation Awards Program did not take place. It is planned to resume in 2026.

II. Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant. Receive and review periodic updates from staff on CLG-funded projects. Review options and recommend to staff and City Council topics for CLG grant applications.

STATUS: ONGOING. The current staff work plan did not include any specific CLG- funded projects. However, the City submitted a CLG Annual Report in 2025 to remain qualified and maintain an active status.

III. Review applications for designation of landmark districts.

STATUS: COMPLETED. The Commission reviewed a series of Amendments to the Bungalow Heaven Conservation Plan, which were subsequently adopted and are now in effect.

IV. Review applications for designation of individual landmarks and monuments.

STATUS: COMPLETED: The Commission held hearings for the following three Landmark Designations and referred them to City Council with its recommendations:
• 904 S. Oakland Avenue
• 400 W. Colorado Boulevard
• 315 N. Pasadena Avenue

V. Review applications for Certificate of Appropriateness, advisory reviews of Environmental Impact Reports affecting historic resources, City-sponsored projects, Master Development Plans, Adjustment Permits, and nominations of local resources to the California Register of Historical Resources and the National Register of Historic Places.

STATUS: COMPLETED by the Commission:

• Advisory reviews of nominations to National Register: 1 o 377 Arroyo Terrace

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3 VI. Historic Property Contract Program (Mills Act). Receive and comment on progress reports from staff.

STATUS: COMPLETED. Fifteen (15) applications were received during this year’s reporting period and their approvals are currently pending. Currently, the City has 414 properties enrolled in the program that was initiated in 2003.

VII. Support: Encourage and support new landmark districts and individual landmark designations (or listings in the National Register) and review nominations for new National Register listings.

STATUS: COMPLETED. The Commission recommended three individual landmark properties to City Council, recommended amendments to the Bungalow Heaven Conservation Plan, and commented on the National Register nomination of 377 Arroyo Terrace.

VIII. Training: Each Commissioner shall receive 2-5 hours of training applicable to their work. As part of training and education efforts, the Commission shall continue to meet with the neighborhood representatives of the City’s landmark districts and coordinate tours of the districts to remain current of any ongoing preservations issues.

STATUS: COMPLETED. Commission members attended seminars, workshops, and presentations as part of their continuing education and professional development on topics pertaining to historic preservation, architecture, and urban design. Detailed reporting of training sessions attended by Commissioners can be found in the City’s CLG Annual Report, which was submitted to the California Office of Historic Preservation earlier this year.

IX. Volunteerism: Seek opportunities to assist DHP staff by volunteering for work projects outside of regular meetings.

STATUS: COMPLETED. Commissioners attended community programs related to the Historic Places Pasadena Project: Completing Our Story, an effort directed by the City Council to identify historic resources within the City of Pasadena.

X. Review progress updates from staff regarding the Citywide Historic Resources Survey project.

STATUS: COMPLETED. Staff has provided regular updates to the Commission regarding the Citywide Historic Resources Survey project including community engagement, in-depth reviews of the historic context statement, and preparations for the field survey.

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ATTACHMENT B

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CITY OF PASADENA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026
(July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026)

OBJECTIVES:

I. Continue Historic Preservation Awards Program as part of National Historic Preservation Month.

II. Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant. Review options and recommend to staff topics for a CLG grant application.

III. Review applications for designation of or amendments to landmark districts.

IV. Review applications for designation of individual landmarks and monuments.

V. Review applications for Certificate of Appropriateness; advisory reviews of Environmental Impact Reports affecting historic resources, city-sponsored projects, Master Development Plans, and projects requiring both Certificate of Appropriateness and Design Review; and nominations of local resources to the California Register of Historical Resources and the National Register of Historic Places.

VI. Historic Property Contract Program (Mills Act). Receive and comment on progress reports from staff.

VII. Support: Encourage and support new landmark districts and individual landmark designations (or listings in the National Register) and review nominations for new National Register listings.

VIII. Training: Each Commissioner shall receive 2-5 hours of training applicable to their work. As part of training and education efforts, the Commission shall continue to meet with the neighborhood representatives of the City’s landmark districts and coordinate tours of the districts to remain current of any ongoing preservations issues.

IX. Volunteerism: Seek opportunities to assist DHP staff by volunteering for work projects outside of regular meetings.

X. Continue to review progress updates from staff and provide feedback regarding the Citywide Historic Resources Survey project.

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ATTACHMENT C

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Historic Preservation Commission
July 2024 - June 2025

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
7/2/2024
CAN
7/16/2024
REG
8/6/2024
CAN
8/20/2024
CAN
9/3/2024
CAN
9/17/2024
CAN
10/1/2024
SPCL
10/15/2024
CAN
11/5/2024
CAN
11/19/2024
CAN
12/3/2024
CAN
12/17/2024
SPCL1/7/2025
CAN
1/21/2025
CAN
2/4/2025
CAN
2/18/2025
REG
3/4/2025
REG
3/18/2025
CAN
4/1/2025
CAN
4/10/2025
SPCL
4/15/2025
REG
5/6/2025
CAN
5/20/2025
CAN
6/3/2025
CAN
6/17/2025
REG
TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

COMMISSION

MEMBERS

TINA MILLER
(DISTRICT 2) XX A XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 5 63%

HELEN RAHDER
(AT LARGE) XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX U 6 75%

ANNE MELLO
(DISTRICT 4) XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 8 100%

JUAN DE LA CRUZ
(MAYOR) XX P XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 6 75%

CINDY CLARK-SCHNUELLE
(DISTRICT 5) XX A XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX A 5 63%

CARYN HOFER
(DISTRICT 3) XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX A 7 88%

ANN SCHEID
(DISTRICT 6) XX P XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 7 88%

LUCINDA OVER
(DISTRICT 7) XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX A P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 7 88%

CAROL POTTER
(DISTRICT 1) XX P XX XX XX XX A XX XX XX XX P XX XX XX P P XX XX P P XX XX XX P 7 88%

LANDMARK DISTRICT

REPRESENTATIVE
Kenneth Ayala
Crawford's Vista
Darin Beamin
Rose Villa/Oakdale
Caroline Girard
N. Pasadena Heights
Fred Pickel
Garfield Heights
Carol A. Polanskey
Bungalow Heaven
Frangeskou Yiorgos
Banbury Oaks
Barbara Lamprecht
Orange Heights
John S. Miller
Prospect
Steven Sunshine
Madison/South Oakland
Caroline Purvis
Historic Highlands
Jordan Vannini Washington
Square
Representatives attend meetings only to particpate in issues and items that are applicable to the representative's district. No representative had 3 consecutive unexcused absences.
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ITEM #4d
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100 N. Garfield Ave., Room N255∙P.O. Box 7115∙Pasadena, CA 91109-7215 (626) 744-4386 ∙ Fax (626) 744-6698

PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

September 1, 2025

TO: City Council

FROM: Human Services Commission

SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2024 through June 2025 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Recommendation:

This report is submitted for information purposes only.

Attached are the following:

• Report of Accomplishments for July 10, 2024, through June 11, 2025 • Report of Commission Attendance for July 10, 2024, through June 11, 2025 • Work Plan for July 9, 2025, through June 10, 2026

The attached documents were reviewed and approved by the Human Services Commission at our special meeting on June 11, 2025.

Respectfully submitted,

____________________________
Joshua Levine Grater, Acting Chair
Human Services Commission
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 2 City of Pasadena Human Services Commission
Report of Accomplishments: 07/10/2024 – 06/11/2025

Mission:

The purpose of the commission is to advise and make recommendations to the council regarding the human service needs of people of all ages in this community. This commission will aid the City in facilitating collaborative efforts and a coordinated approach to improve and expand the delivery of quality human services in Pasadena.

This commission is established to respond to significant unmet human service needs and gaps as identified in such documents that include, but are not limited to, the Early Child Development Policy; Needs Assessment; and related materials.

The commission shall:

1. Facilitate bringing City and community resources together to ensure the delivery of effective human services to people of all ages;

2. Formulate ideas and suggest plans and programs designed to promote the availability and effectiveness of human services;

3. Promote cooperation and collaboration among local agencies, organizations and commissions involved in the delivery of human services, consistent with the roles and responsibilities outlined in such documents as the Human Services Commission work plan;

4. Recommend priorities to the council for City resources which respond to identified unmet human service needs;

5. Collaborate with commissions, advisory groups, community agencies, provider organizations, groups, and individuals to facilitate effective collaboration in addressing human service issues in Pasadena;

6. Advise the council on ways to achieve human service goals consistent with council-adopted policies which address human services.

FY 2024-2025 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #1 – Mental Health
Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2 – Unhoused Constituents in Pasadena Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #3 – Early Childhood
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 3 Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #1 – Mental Health

Objective Purpose: Enhance mental health education and awareness within the community, to ensure accessibility.

Commissioners: Wilson (lead) Bonner, Paccerelli, Edoria, Apodaca

Action Items:
• Completed - Identify sources of mental health resources in the Pasadena area.

Once resources are identified, then convene Pasadena mental health providers together to identify gaps and how they can better service the community. • Completed - Share with Pasadena Public Health mental health resources to disseminate information to the community and other City Departments. • Ongoing - Given the opportunity presented by the new Kaiser building and its forthcoming mental health programs, we would like to make recommendations to Pasadena’s Mayor after conducting an inventory of the current mental health landscape resources and gaps to guide these efforts.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:
• Chair Guirguis appointed Commissioners Edoria and Apodaca to the Mental Health ad hoc committee.
• Commissioner Bonner requested members of the ad hoc meet to discuss the objective and action items.

August 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported he attended a Town Hall Meeting at the American Legion Post 280 on July 22 and Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger spoke about homelessness and Measure H. He stated he spoke to Supervisor Barger about the plans for mental health services at the former Kaiser building and the need for additional funding to provide a mental health clinic for Pasadena residents.

September:
• Commissioner Bonner reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, September 10 and the committee will begin researching the availability of mental health services in Pasadena focusing on the following type of providers:
o Faith-based organizations
o Government funded organizations
o Organizations providing services for youth
o Organizations that provide services for foster youth, transitional aged youth (TAY) and former foster youth.
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 4 • Commissioner Bonner stated the ad hoc committee would like to develop a survey to distribute to the community to request feedback regarding their experience in accessing mental health services to identify challenges and gaps in services.
• Staff (Washington) advised the ad hoc committee that a survey will need to be reviewed by staff before it can be distributed in the community, and she will follow up to confirm if it will also need to be approved by the Commission.

October 2024:
• Commissioner Bonner reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, October 7 and discussed the following:
o Reviewing the list of Mental Health providers on the Los Angeles County website to identify the providers that accept Medi-Cal. The ad hoc committee will begin researching the ability for individuals to access care through their provider. Based on the research, the ad hoc committee will make recommendations on how to improve access for those in need of services. o Work with Ability First to identify how they support their clients in accessing mental health services.
o Recommended the Commission plan an activity during Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2025 to promote access to mental health services. o Reviewing the Pasadena Mental Health Resource Guide created by the Pasadena Public Library in May 2022 and verify when the document will be updated.

November 2024:
• The Commission received a presentation from the Flintridge Center who provides programs and mental health services provided for local youth who have incarcerated family members and have experienced one or multiple adverse childhood experiences.
• Commissioner Bonner reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, November 4 and provided the following update regarding the following action items:
o The committee continues to review the list of Mental Health providers on the Los Angeles County website and will focus on identifying providers that offer services for low- income community members without private health insurance. The committee will then determine if the provider offers emergency mental health services or ongoing mental health therapy services. o The ad hoc committee is researching agencies that provide centralized entry access points for services such as 211 LA. Commissioner Paccerelli will follow up with 211 LA to get information about the process for an individual to request information about or be referred for mental health services to meet their needs.
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 5 o Commissioner Apodaca will follow up with the Pasadena Public Library staff regarding the plan to update the Pasadena Mental Health Resource Guide and offer assistance from the Commission with updating the document. o Commissioner Bonner will continue researching non-profit agencies that provide mental health services and events planned for Mental Health Awareness Month.
• Staff (Washington) reported she contacted the Pasadena Public Library and Public Health Department staff to verify if they are planning any activity or event to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and will confirm if the Commission can partner for the planned events or activities.

December 2024:
• Commissioner Bonner reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, December 9 and discussed the following:
o Update on mental health access points for the community. o 211 LA as a referral source.
o Online mental health applications (apps) including a suicide prevention app for youth.
o Possible collaboration with The Partnership for Children, Youth and Families in planning an event to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2025.
• Vice Chair Isaacs appointed Commissioner Wilson to the Mental Health ad hoc committee.

January 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to the Eaton Fire

February 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to City holiday

March 2025:
• Commissioner Bonner stated that the challenges that existed for people to access mental health services have been exacerbated due to the Eaton Fire with an increased demand and a shortage of providers. In addition, there is a need to ensure that information regarding mental health resources that is provided to the community is accurate and contains the same resources.
• The Commission discussed the upcoming Town Hall meeting regarding the plan for the former Kaiser building on Lake and stressed the importance of the opportunity for the ad hoc committee to attend the meeting to provide input about the plan for the property.
• Acting Chair Isaacs appointed Commissioner Wilson as the lead of the Mental Health ad hoc committee.

April 2025:
• The committee met on April 7th for discussion regarding supporting mental health. Commissioner Wilson stated the committee will be looking to support by following Pasadena’s Public Health & Library departments to see how they will be providing support during Mental Health Awareness Month. 397

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 6 • The Mental Health ad hoc committee will also be checking with the Department of Mental Health regarding support in the area for Mental Health Awareness Month.

May 2025:
• The ad hoc committee recommended changes to action items as follows:
o Identify sources of mental health resources in the Pasadena area. • On May 14, Commissioner Paccerelli spoke with Nathan Press and Paul Paggi of PPHD regarding mental health funding sources and possible changes to funding for mental health services in the coming year. He shared information about providers available in Pasadena through recommendation from LA County’s Department of Mental Health. The Commissioner is working on closing the gap between availability of services in Pasadena and services throughout LA County.

June 2025: No updates.

Status: Completed
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 7 Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2 – Unhoused Constituents in Pasadena

Objective Purpose: Identify resources for temporary and permanent supportive housing, as well as supportive services, for the unhoused population.

Commissioners: Paccerelli (lead), Bonner, Isaacs, Grater, Offray

Action Items:
• Discontinued - Revisit recommendations for the usage of the Kaiser Building. • Discontinued - Identify housing opportunities for college students and senior individuals, considering both individual rooms and shared housing options. • Discontinued - Identify organizations that support advocacy around racial housing injustices.
• Ongoing - Explore interim housing opportunities for Domestic Violence victims beyond short-term shelters.
• Ongoing - Study funding allocations in the city budget related to the Continuum of Care and related funding and develop recommendations to the City Council and City Staff for the establishment of interim housing for the unhoused in Pasadena. Interim housing is a proven methodology to reduce the number of unhoused persons and connect those persons with appropriate case management as needed.
• Ongoing - Continue to monitor ongoing needs of unhoused people as it pertains to the Eaton Fire.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli stated he reached out to Councilmember Masuda for status on the Kaiser building.

August 2024:
• The Commission received presentations from the Pasadena Police Department Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Evaluation (H.O.P.E.) team and the Pasadena Outreach Response Team (PORT) about the services provided for unhoused constituents in Pasadena.
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported he spoke to Supervisor Kathryn Barger on July 22 and spoke to Noreen Sullivan, District Liaison for Councilmember Masuda on August 5 about the need to have community input on the plans for the former Kaiser building.
• Commissioner Paccerelli also reported he spoke by phone with Tyler Cash, Supervisor Barger’s Homeless Deputy about additional funding for local agencies in Pasadena that provide services for unhoused constituents in Pasadena. • Vice Chair Isaacs stated the ad hoc committee met on August 8 and discussed the idea of developing a shared housing resource list for students and seniors in Pasadena. The ad hoc committee will begin researching the feasibility of the list 399

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 8 and develop a process on how to gather the information and make the list available to the community.

• Staff (Osborne) informed the ad hoc committee that Dave Klug, Director of Economic Development Department can provide information and updates about the plans for the former Kaiser building and provided his contact information for follow up.

September 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported that ad hoc committee met on Monday, September 9 to discuss the action items for the objective. • Commissioner Paccerelli reported he spoke with David Klug, Economic Development Department Director and Christopher Page, Project Director regarding the plans for the former Kaiser Building and provided an update an update on the project to the Commission.
• Commissioner Paccerelli also reported he spoke to Tyler Cash, Homeless Deputy for Supervisor Kathryn Barger and stated that Mr. Cash informed him that the County is working to remove the barriers that restrict the use of property of the former Kaiser Building to assist the City in developing the property. • Chair Gurguis appointed Commissioners Grater and Offray to the Unhoused Constituents in Pasadena.

October 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, October 7 and reviewed the action items for the objective. • The ad hoc committee recommended the following action items be discontinued for FY 2024 -2025:
o Identify housing opportunities for college students and senior individuals, considering both individual rooms and shared housing options. o Identify organizations that support advocacy around racial housing injustices.
• The ad hoc committee recommends adding the following action items for FY 2024 -2025:
o Explore interim housing opportunities for Domestic Violence victims beyond short-term shelters.
o Study funding allocations in the city budget related to the Continuum of Care and related funding and develop recommendations to the City Council and City Staff for the establishment of interim housing for the unhoused in Pasadena. Interim housing is a proven methodology to reduce the number of unhoused persons and connect those persons with appropriate case management as needed.
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported the ad hoc committee is recommending the Commission receive a presentation from William Huang, Director of the Department of Housing, to discuss the City’s budget to address homelessness. 400

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 9 Staff (Osborne) informed the ad hoc committee that Dave Klug, Director of Economic Development Department can provide information and updates about the plans for the former Kaiser building and provided his contact information for follow up.

November 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported the ad hoc committee met on Tuesday, October 29 and discussed committee members recent conversations at community events with councilmembers and City officials regarding the efforts to address homelessness, the need for additional interim housing and funding for the HOPE (Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Evaluation) Team and PORT (Pasadena Outreach Response Team) to assist community members experiencing homelessness. The committee members reported that the City Manager, Councilmember Jones and Councilmember Lyon are aware of the need for interim housing and expressed support for the Commission’s work to address homelessness in Pasadena.
• Staff (Washington) informed the ad hoc committee that William Huang, Director of the Department of Housing has confirmed the staff’s availability to make a presentation to the Commission at the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 11 regarding funding allocations for interim housing. • Commissioner Paccerelli reported he attended the District 4 Community Meeting and stated Pasadena Police Chief Eugene Harris spoke about the “Core First” policy within the department and the training provided that guides police officer’s interactions with homeless individuals, which includes referring individuals to appropriate services. In addition, the City reported that 750 homeless individuals have been housed this past year, yet the number of homeless individuals in Pasadena remains at 556.

December 2024:
• The Commission received a presentation from Jennifer O’Reilly-Jones regarding the City’s current funding allocations for interim housing and the plans for the future.
• Commissioner Grater announced the Bill Huang, Director of the Department of Housing was retiring and requested an update from Staff (Washington) regarding the status of the hiring of a new Department Director. Staff (Washington) stated she will provide an update at the meeting scheduled for January 8.

January 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to the Eaton Fire

February 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to City holiday

March 2025:
• Commissioner Paccerelli reported the ad hoc committee met on Monday, March 10, and discussed the action items for the objective and possibly adding an 401

HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 10 additional action item to address housing needs for residents affected by the Eaton Fire.

Commissioner Paccerelli stated he attended a Community Meeting hosted by Councilmember Masuda in November and shared that construction has started for the Rose Town Apartments located on N. Halstead Street that will include 48 affordable units for low-income residents.
• The Commission discussed their experiences assisting individuals affected by the Eaton Fire and stated that even though many local, State and Federal agencies are providing services, finding housing is the biggest challenge for many individuals and families especially for low-income housing and older adults. • Commissioner Apodaca shared her concern that individuals affected by the fires may not know what they need and that even though the deadline to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been extended, many residents still may not be able to apply for assistance by the deadline.
• Commissioner Offray reported that Shepard’s Door saw a 22% increase in calls from individuals dealing with domestic violence situations after the Eaton Fire and stated that domestic violence incidents tend to increase after natural disasters.
• Commissioner Paccerelli stated the ad hoc committee continues to have concerns regarding the need for temporary and interim housing for domestic violence victims in Pasadena and will continue to explore how the Commission can address the issue.
• The Commission was reminded to attend the Town Hall meeting regarding the plans for the former Kaiser building on Lake Ave to provide input about the plan for the property.

April 2025:
• Commissioner Paccerelli attended the March 27th North Lake Avenue Community Development Meeting at Lake Avenue Church and spoke informally with Mayor Gordo and City Manager Marquez.
• Commissioner Paccerelli encouraged the Commission to attend future meetings regarding the North Lake Avenue Development Project and agreed that the Department of Mental Health could provide services for the unhoused. • Commissioner Paccerelli suggested the committee support City Council in seeking additional funds from LA County to support unhoused in Pasadena. • Commissioner Paccerelli agreed to step down as lead and appointed Commissioner Grater as the lead to the Unhoused Constituents in Pasadena ad hoc committee.

May 2025:
• Commissioner Paccerelli shared information on the GEMS (Group Engagement Mentoring Services) program, which supported low-income youth and older adults with respect to transitional housing. The Commissioner will be researching avenues for reviving the program in Pasadena.

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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 11 June 2025: No updates.

Status: Completed
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 12 Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #3 – Early Childhood

Objective Purpose: Assess and support current developmental health of children in Pasadena.

Commissioners: Apodaca (lead), Bonner, Sotelo Arana, Barnwell-Scott

Action Items:
• Ongoing - Overview of what the Early Developmental Instrument is o Examine the developments and changes since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
o Kindergarten Assessment: Evaluate the readiness and developmental progress of children entering kindergarten.
o Data Interpretation: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the collected data.
o Geographical Analysis: Analyze the data through maps and locations to identify trends and patterns.
• Discontinued - Have another proclamation by partnering with the hubs to do a celebration that is data focused.
• Ongoing - Work with councilmembers and their field representatives to develop and implement a plan to publicize the 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy with the community, the City’s initiative to support our youngest children and families.
• Ongoing - Working with the agencies represented on the Commission to outreach to various organizations and share the 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy. Through this outreach, develop a plan and report that identifies the specific needs, wants, and desires of our youngest children and families.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2024:
• Chair Guirguis proposed adding the following new action items of sharing 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy results since the result of the Early Development Instruments will not be available until Spring 2025. o Work with councilmembers and their field representatives to develop and implement a plan to publicize the 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy with the community, the City’s initiative to support our youngest children and families.
o Working with the agencies represented on the Commission to outreach to various organizations and share the 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy. Through this outreach, develop a plan and report that identifies the specific needs, wants, and desires of our youngest children and families. • Chair Guirguis appointed Commissioners Apodaca and Bonner to the Early Childhood ad hoc committee.
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 13 August 2024:
• Chair Guirguis reported the ad hoc committee met on August 13 and discussed the timeline to work on the action items as follows:
o The Early Development Instrument (EDI) data for Pasadena will not be available until Spring 2025 and the ad hoc committee will request a presentation from UCLA for the Commission when the report is available. o The ad hoc committee will collaborate with Jane Gov, Senior Librarian, to coordinate the activities for the Week of the Young Child scheduled for the 1st week of April 2025.
• Chair Guirguis spoke to Vera Vignes, Chair of the Early Child Development and Early Learning Task Force about coordinating distribution of the 2022 Early Childhood Policy within the community. She reported Dr. Vignes will follow up with the ad hoc committee with the recommendations from the Task Force for the distribution of the report.

September 2024:
• Commissioner Paccerelli requested to be removed from the Early Childhood ad hoc committee and encouraged the ad hoc committee ensure that the needs of special needs children are being met by early childhood providers. • Chair Guirguis reported she met with Vera Vignes, Chair of the Early Learning Task Force on Monday, September 9 to discuss how the Commission can support the work of the task force. She stated that the following tasks were suggested by Ms. Vignes:
o Secure a proclamation from the City Council recognizing the week of April 5 – April 11, 2025, as the Week of the Young Child in Pasadena. o Collaborate with staff from the Pasadena Public Library to organize a steering committee comprised of representatives for community organizations to plan kick off celebration and coordinate other activities for families and stakeholders during the Week of the Young Child in April 2025. • Chair Guirguis appointed Commissioner Edoria to the Early Childhood ad hoc committee.

October 2024:
• Chair Guirguis reported she attended the kick-off meeting today (Wednesday, October 9) for the Week of the Young Child Steering Committee to plan the activities and events to celebrate the Week of the Young Child in Pasadena from Saturday, March 29 – Friday, April 4, 2025.
• Chair Guirguis reported the dates for the Week of the Young Child were changed to align with the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) calendar. • Chair Guirguis requested the ad hoc committee think of possible themes for the Week of the Young Child to discuss at the next ad hoc committee meeting. 405

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November 2024:
• Commissioner Apodaca reported the ad hoc committee met on Wednesday, October 30 and discussed a possible theme for the Week of the Young Child and how the Commission can assist with promoting the planned activities. • Commissioner Apodaca stated the next meeting for the Week of the Young Child Steering Committee is scheduled for Thursday, November 14.

December 2024:
• Commissioner Apodaca stated she will be attending the Week of the Young Child steering committee meeting on Thursday, December 12 and will provide an update regarding the plans for the Week of the Young Child at the January meeting.
• Commissioner Edoria requested to be removed from the Early Childhood ad hoc committee.
• Vice Chair Guirguis appointed Commissioner Sotelo Arana and Commissioner Barnwell-Scott to the Early Childhood ad hoc committee.

January 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to the Eaton Fire

February 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to City holiday

March 2025:
• Commissioner Apodaca reported the ad hoc committee does not have an update regarding the activities planned for the Week of the Young Child since the steering committee has not met recently due to the Eaton Fire. • Commissioner Offray stated the Los Angeles County Office of the Young Child reported a loss of 3000 childcare providers in the County due to the Eaton Fire.

April 2025:
• Commissioner Apodaca met with the chairs of the Week of the Young Child Planning Committee. A tentative plan was made to resume meetings starting May 1st.
• A tentative kickoff date of Saturday, September 20th at Kidspace Children’s Museum is expected after meeting with City staff and district staff to finalize logistics.
• Commissioner Apodaca will convene the ad hoc committee to meet before the next Commission meeting to review and discuss objectives related to the committee.

May 2025:
• Commissioner Apodaca announced the week of the young child event will now be known as the Celebration of the Young Child, with the kickoff taking place Saturday, September 20th at Kidspace Children’s Museum. The week of activities 406

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June 2025: No updates.

Status: Completed
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 16 Human Services Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2024-2025
July 2024:
• No presentation

August 2024:
• Presentation from the Pasadena Police Department regarding the Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Evaluation (H.O.P.E.) Team - Officer Charles Tucker and Officer Aaron Lopez
• Presentation from the Pasadena Fire Department regarding the Pasadena Outreach Response Team (PORT) - Tony Zee, Firefighter and Nathan Press, Program Coordinator

September 2024:
• Presentation from Linda Offray, Founder & Executive Director, and Tunisia Offray, Board Vice President & Co-Director, of Shephard’s Door (Apodaca)

October 2024:
• Commission Training by the City of Pasadena City Attorney’s Office – Arnold Lee, Assistant City Attorney

November 2024:
• Presentation from Flintridge Center regarding services provided for the community – Josh McCurry, Executive Director
• Presentation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2023- 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Public Services – Randy Mabson (Program Coordinator, Department of Housing)

December 2024:
• Presentation from the Department of Housing regarding current funding allocations for interim housing and plans for the future – Jennifer O’Reilly-Jones, Program Coordinator
• Presentation from the Pasadena Police Department regarding the Domestic Awareness Response Team (DART) and Sexual Awareness Response Team (SART) – Sergeant Brian Bulaon

January 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to the Eaton Fire

February 2025:
• Meeting cancelled due to City holiday

March 2025:
• No presentation
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HSC Report of Accomplishments FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 17 April 2025:
• Presentation from the Pasadena Police Department regarding an update on the ShotSpotter system - Commander William Grisafe
• Presentation from the Department of Housing regarding the approval of the PY25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) recommendation for Public Service Funding - Randy Mabson, Program Coordinator

May 2025:
• Presentation from D’Veal Youth and Family Services regarding mental health services provided for youth and families – Ron Mills

June 2025: Annual Meeting

(updates approved May 14, 2025)
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HSC Meeting Attendance Record FY 2024-2025. Approved June 11, 2025. 18 City of Pasadena Human Services Commission
Meeting Attendance Record for FY 2024-2025

HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2024 - June 2025

MEMBERS
07/10/24 REGULAR08/14/24 REGULAR09/11/24 REGULAR10/09/24 REGULAR11/13/24 REGULAR12/11/24 REGULAR01/08/25 REGULAR02/12/25 REGULAR03/12/25 REGULAR04/09/25 REGULAR05/14/25 REGULAR06/11/25 REGULAR

TOTAL MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE

LATASHA JAMAL
(District 1) P P A A P P XX XX P A A p 6 60.00%

ANDREA EDORIA
(District 2) P P P P P P XX XX U U P P 8 80.00%

GEORGE PACCERELLI
(District 4) P P P P P A XX XX P P P P 9 90.00%

MALISSA BARNWELL-SCOTT
(District 5) A P XX XX P P A U 3 50.00%

TUNISIA OFFRAY
(District 7) P P P P XX XX P P P A 7 87.50%

INGRID SOTELO
(PCC) P A A P P XX XX P A P P 6 66.67%

ANA MARIA APODACA
(PUSD) P P P A P P XX XX P P P P 9 90.00%

SHERI BONNER
(Agency Representative) P A P P P P XX XX P A A A 6 60.00%

JOSHUA LEVINE GRATER
(Agency Representative) P P P A P XX XX P P U P 7 77.78%

LISA WILSON
(Agency Representative) P P XX XX P P P A 5 83.33%

LILA GUIRGUIS
(Mayor) P P P P A A 4 66.67%

NADINE ISAACS
(District 3) P P A P P P XX XX P P P 8 88.89%
VACANT
(Mayor)
VACANT
(District 6)
LEGEND Total Meetings Held 10

P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM
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HSC Work Plan FY 2025 – 2026. Approved July 9, 2025. 19 City of Pasadena Human Services Commission
Work Plan: 07/09/2025 – 06/10/2026

Mission:

The purpose of the commission is to advise and make recommendations to the council regarding the human service needs of people of all ages in this community. This commission will aid the City in facilitating collaborative efforts and a coordinated approach to improve and expand the delivery of quality human services in Pasadena.

This commission is established to respond to significant unmet human service needs and gaps as identified in such documents that include, but are not limited to, the Early Child Development Policy; Needs Assessment; and related materials.

The commission shall:

1. Facilitate bringing City and community resources together to ensure the delivery of effective human services to people of all ages;

2. Formulate ideas and suggest plans and programs designed to promote the availability and effectiveness of human services;

3. Promote cooperation and collaboration among local agencies, organizations and commissions involved in the delivery of human services, consistent with the roles and responsibilities outlined in such documents as the Human Services Commission work plan;

4. Recommend priorities to the council for City resources which respond to identified unmet human service needs;

5. Collaborate with commissions, advisory groups, community agencies, provider organizations, groups , and individuals to facilitate effective collaboration in addressing human service issues in Pasadena;

6. Advise the council on ways to achieve human service goals consistent with council-adopted policies which address human services.

FY 2025-2026 Ad Hoc Committees:

Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Early Childhood
Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #2 – People Experiencing Homelessness Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #3 – Mental Health & Crisis Response 411

HSC Work Plan FY 2025 – 2026. Approved July 9, 2025. 20 Ad Hoc Committee re: Objective #1 – Early Childhood

Objective Purpose: Assess and support developmental health of children in Pasadena with a lens toward equity.

Commissioners: Apodaca, Sotelo, Jamal

Action Items:
• Determine ways to support agencies that serve young children. • Identify resources on how trauma impacts young children and make that information available to parents and service providers. • See the results of the 2022 Early Childhood Development Policy, what has been implemented and if there are any recognizable changes due to the implementation.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2025:
• No updates.

Status:
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HSC Work Plan FY 2025 – 2026. Approved July 9, 2025. 21 Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #2 – People Experiencing
Homelessness

Objective Purpose: Increase the availability of interim and temporary housing in Pasadena

Commissioners: Grater, Paccerelli, Offray

Action Items:
• Develop and present a comprehensive report on master leasing a motel in Pasadena for interim housing.
• Exploring greater access to Coordinated Entry System for more service providers.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2025:
• No updates.

Status:
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HSC Work Plan FY 2025 – 2026. Approved July 9, 2025. 22 Ad Hoc Committee: Objective #3 – Mental Health and Crisis Response

Objective Purpose: Improve accessibility and retention of mental health and crisis response services

Commissioners: Edoria, Apodaca, Paccerelli, Bonner, Wilson

Action Items:
• Gather data and status of crisis response services regarding the Eaton Canyon Fire, and any trauma informed care services provided.
• Find ways to improve access to crisis response services. • Partner with Pasadena Library and Pasadena Public Health to update and refresh the Emotional Health and Well Being Resource Guide.

Work Plan Updates:

July 2025:
• No updates.

Status:
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HSC Presentation Calendar FY 2025 – 2026. Approved Updates July 9, 2025. 23 Human Services Commission
Presentation Calendar FY 2025-2026
To be scheduled
• Presentation from the Economic Development Staff regarding an update on the status of the former Kaiser building (Staff – Washington) • Presentation from UCLA regarding the Early Development Instrument (EDI) (Apodaca)

July 2025:
• No Presentation

August 2025:
• Police Department introduction of the new Public Information Officer and discussion of the Community Brief Report – Commander Sean Dawkins, Pasadena Police Department
• Presentation from the Pasadena Housing Department regarding the Coordinated Entry System and City of Pasadena Homeless Count results – Jenny O’Reilly- Jones, Program Coordinator
• Presentation for the Public Health Department on the Community Health Improvement Plan – Matthew Feaster, Division Manager, Epidemiology & Disease Control

September 2025:
• Presentation from Friends in Deed regarding rent increases and eviction prevention in Pasadena (Grater)
• Presentation from the Department of Housing regarding proposed housing development with Planned Parenthood – Jim Wong, Director Department of Housing and Caroline Lockwood Nelson, Program Coordinator (Staff – Washington)

October 2025:
• Presentation from Pacific Clinics regarding the state of mental health of Pasadena residents post Eaton Canyon fire (Offray)

November 2025:
• Committee Organizing Week of the Young Child (Apodaca) • (tentative) Presentation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) PY24 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Public Services – Randy Mabson (Program Coordinator, Department of Housing)

December 2025:
• (tentative) Presentation from the Lanterman Regional Center to regarding services in supporting schools, childcare providers, etc., and identifying young children who need to be assessed for developmental disabilities (Paccerelli) 415

HSC Presentation Calendar FY 2025 – 2026. Approved Updates July 9, 2025. 24 • Presentation from Ability First regarding their programs and employment services for the disabled community – Magally Lopez, Supported Employment Case Manager (Edoria)

January 2026:
• Presentation from the City Attorney’s office focusing on the Diversion Program as it applies to domestic violence cases in the city of Pasadena. (Staff – Washington)

February 2026:
• Presentation from the Flintridge Center regarding the RAY (Re-Entry Action for Youth) program (Wilson)
• Presentation from Hathaway-Sycamores regarding their Transitional Age Youth (TAY) program (Wilson)

March 2026:
• Presentation from the Commission on the Status of Women regarding their finding in their workplan and issues they are looking to address within the city of Pasadena (Staff – Washington)

April 2026:
• (tentative) Presentation from the Department of Housing regarding the approval of the PY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) recommendation for Public Service Funding - Randy Mabson, Program Coordinator. • Presentation regarding the master leasing of a motel for interim housing (Grater)

May 2026:
• Presentation from either the Family Resource Center or the Child Development Center at Pasadena City College will focus on support services for parenting students. (Sotelo)

June 2026: Annual Meeting

(updates approved July 9, 2025)

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ITEM #4e
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July 23, 2025
TO: City Council
FROM: Library Commission
SUBJECT: Annual Report – July 2024 through June 2025 and Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Recommendation:

There is no staff recommendation for this item. The City Council may, however, take action relating to this item as it deems appropriate following consideration and discussion of the matter.

Attached are the following:
• Report of Accomplishments for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 • Report of Commission Attendance
for July 17, 2024 through June 18, 2025
• Work Plan for July 1,
2025 through June 30, 2026
The attached documents were
reviewed and approved by the Library Commission at
our meetings on May 21,
2025 and June 18, 2025.

Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Leslie Rosenthal
Leslie Rosenthal, Chair
Library Commission
285 East Walnut Street ● Pasadena, CA 91109
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The role of the Pasadena Public Library Commission is to advise the City Council on matters relating to the public library system, in order that the library is well managed in a manner consistent with the law and policies, and to advise library administration on the development of library policies.

The 2024/2025 Work Plan outlines how the Pasadena Public Library Commission aims to support and advise the Library in the upcoming year. Whereas this work plan will span an entire fiscal year, the Commission will evaluate the progress of each of these goals on a quarterly basis to ensure progress is being made and the goals are completed.

With
the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project ongoing, the Library Commission’s primary focus in the upcoming year is to:
• Raise awareness of the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project • Support the efforts to reopen the Central Library
The fol
lowing goals and objectives, which made up the Pasadena Public Library Commission Work Plan for 2024/2025 also provided ways the Library Commission support ed the Central Library Project. This fiscal year, the Library Commissioners developed a new goal- tracking system to monitor progress more effectively and ensure alignment with the annual work plan.

Goal
One – Advocacy – advocate and be a champion for Pasadena Public Library services at the local, state, and national levels.
a. Enhance community partnerships by conducting outreach or collaborating with neighborhood associations, senior communities, or other Pasadena organizations, and participating in outreaches.
b. Promote library services and programs by encouraging library use, and promoting libraries as community centers through attendance at community events annually. Promote literacy programs like "1000 Books Before Kindergarten" by signing up children or adults annually for such events.
c. Increase visibility and engagement by boosting social media presence and sharing library events with their respective networks. Distribute information such as "Off-The-Shelf" and ensure each Commissioner brings or signs people up for at least one library event per quarter.
d. Educate the community on the ongoing Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Re
pairs Project through community meetings.
e. Library Commissioners will actively support the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library by attending meetings, promoting membership, assisting with fundraising efforts, and fostering a strong partnership between the Library and the Friends group. 2024/2
025 Update:

This year, the Library Commission remained deeply engaged in its advocacy role, actively supporting library programming, expanding community relationships, and promoting the library as a central hub for civic life. Commissioners attended and promoted signature events such as One City, One Story, Autumn Jazz Night, Winter Celebrations, and Educator Night, as well as special programming tied to the city’s eleven cultural heritage months, all of which Commissioners actively supported and promoted within their networks. The Commission participated in events such as the San Rafael Associates’ author visit, the Central Library Art on the Fence Project, and community forums related 419

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to the Central Library Retrofit and Renovations Project, helping raise awareness and share updates with the public. Commissioners supported outreach efforts at events like Concerts in the Park and Movies in the Park, promoted the library’s newsletter Off the Shelf, and regularly helped encourage attendance for programs and events, reinforcing the library's visibility citywide. They also supported the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library through attendance at book sales, promotion of fundraising efforts, and participation in related programming. The Commis sion supported and attended two City Council proclamations—National Friends of the Library Week and National Therapy Animal Dogs—highlighting the library’s partnerships and commitment to community well -being.

Their consistent presence at community meetings, school events, and public forums strengthened advocacy efforts, built stronger connections, and positioned the library as a responsive and essential public service.

Goal Two – Fiscal Responsibility and Stability
a. Expand outreach efforts to inform the community of our programs and financial needs, engage community groups and organizations for program participation and financial support, and advocate for Central Library construction funding. b. Communicate regularly with the commissioner’s respective City Council members to highlight the library budget, attend or watch City Council meetings during library budget hearings, and continue to work with the Director of Libraries and Information Services on library fiscal issues and challenges, including regular updates on the library budget. c. Review existing statistics, such as collection statistics, trends in library usage, and program attendance, and help inform and ask questions of library staff.

2024/2025 Update
The Library Commission actively supported the library’s fiscal goals by advocating for sustainable funding and increasing community understanding of the budget’s long- term impact on services.

Commissioners maintained regular communication with their respec tive City Councilmembers, attended City Council meetings, and provided public comment during budget sessions and discussions surrounding the Central Library Retrofit and Renovations Project. They played a visible role in promoting Measure PL, helping explain the benefits of bond funding at events such as the La Pintoresca Library Associates fall fundraiser. These combined efforts contributed to the successful passage of the library bond funding measure. To strengthen their advisory capacity, Commissioners requested targeted presentations throughout the year on key topics including collection services, the Central Library Project, and financial tools like the Business Value Calculator. These briefings enhanced their ability to provide informed recommendations and allowed them to accurately promote the information to community members at events and in meetings. The Commission also regularly reviewed library usage and attendance data, posed thoughtful questions during monthly meetings, and referred constituent questions to staff when appropriate. Their active presence in the community and commitment to staying informed reflect a continued dedication to fiscal transparency, strategic planning, and long-term investment in the Pasadena Public Library system.

Goal Three – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
a. Advise staff on developing a diverse materials collection including a sufficient number of books in Braille, multiple languages and advocating for greater locational accessibility to our libraries and advising staff on services to homebound community members. b. Recruit new commissioners focusing on diversity, expand partnerships with community 420

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groups such as reading advocacy groups, PTAs, Boys and Girls Club, etc., and promote local libraries as community cultural centers, highlighting cultural heritage programming. c. Advocate for training sessions for library staff on EDI principles and inclusive practices. d. Gather feedback from diverse community members to ensure their needs and perspectives are represented in library programming and services.
e. Promote equality and accessibility across all our library facilities to ensure they are accommodating and inviting, allowing all community members to enter, move around, and use library spaces easily, efficiently, and safely.
2024/2025 Update
This fiscal year, the Library Commission demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing the Pasadena Public Library’s equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) goals through active participation, advocacy, and outreach. Commissioners supported a wide range of cultural programming, attending and promoting events tied to the City’s eleven designated cultural heritage months. They engaged with programs such as bilingual Chinese storytime, the All Abilities Club, Family Blues Music, and author talks exploring local history and identity, helping to elevate diverse voices and promote inclusion throughout the library system.

The Commission reinforced the library’s EDI mission through community advocacy and feedback, including providing public comment at the Accessibility and Disability Commission meeting in support of accessibility planning for the Central Library Retrofit and Renovations Project.

Commissioners promoted services for underrepresented groups, including multilingual and homebound patrons, and supported efforts to ensure the library remains physically and culturally accessible to all. They helped obtain and promote a City Council proclamation honoring therapy dogs, recognizing the importance of wellness and inclusion in community spaces, and supported literary celebrations such as the Octavia Butler book club. Additionally, the Commission continued to champion diverse collections and engaged in thoughtful discussions promoting access to a wide range of perspectives and ideas. These efforts underscored the library’s role as a welcoming, equitable, and representative institution serving all of Pasadena.

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FY26 WORK PLAN

The role of the Pasadena Public Library Commission is to advise the City Council on matters relating to the public library system, to ensure the library is well managed in a manner consistent with the law and policies, and to advise library administration on the development of library policies. The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Work Plan outlines how the Pasadena Public Library Commission aims to support and advise the Library in the upcoming year. Whereas this work plan will span an entire fiscal year, the Commission will evaluate the progress of each of these goals on a quarterly basis to ensure progress is being made and the goals are completed.

With the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs P roject ongoing, the Library Commission’s primary focus in the upcoming year is to:
• Raise awareness of the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project • Support the efforts to reopen the Central Library

The following goals and objectives, which make up the Pasadena Public Library Commission Work Plan for FY2026 provide ways the Library Commission will support the Central Library Project and the department more broadly.

Goal One – Advocacy
Advocate and champion Pasadena Public Library services at the local, state, and national levels.

a. Strengthen community connections through outreach to neighborhood groups, senior centers, and local organizations. Increase library visibility by supporting staff in sharing resources at parks, farmers markets, and other community events. Build partnerships that support shared goals and collaboration.
b. Promote library services and programs by championing library use at the neighborhood level and advocating for their value—especially during times of skepticism about education, literacy, and public funding. Encourage community dialogue about the vital role libraries play in the digital age and in combating misinformation.
c. Increase visibility and engagement by strengthening the Library’s social media presence, by promoting events through commissioners’ networks, and celebrating the staff and community members behind library services. Share outreach materials like Off the Shelf and recruit attendees for at least one event per quarter.
d. Keep the community informed about the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project by providing regular updates on progress, timelines, and public benefits, utilizing the City’s web page for the project. Advocate for the project to stay on schedule and within budget and help bridge the community’s sense of disconnection during the closure through consistent communication and attending systemwide programming.
e. Library Commissioners will actively support the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library by attending meetings, promoting membership, assisting with fundraising efforts, and fostering a strong partnership between the Library and the Friends group. At outreach tables and in conversation, commissioners can highlight the Friends’ contributions to raise awareness of their impact. f. Represent the Library Commission by attending city events like town halls, briefings, and community meetings. Speak at City Council meetings to advocate for initiatives that support the Pasadena Public Library.
g. Expand commissioner development by providing more opportunities for learning and growth, including advocacy training and orientation on library operations and civic engagement processes. 422

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Goal Two – Fiscal Responsibility and Stability
a. Expand outreach efforts to inform the community of library programs and financial needs, engage community groups and organizations for program participation and financial support, and advocate for library funding.
b. Communicate construction progress by highlighting cost-saving measures, the potential for local job creation, and the City’s commitment to fiscal responsibility. Emphasize new features and improvements—such as enhanced accessibility and upgraded technology—that reflect smart investment in long-term library infrastructure.
c. Communicate regularly with the commissioner’s respective City Council members to highlight the library budget, attend or watch City Council meetings during library budget hearings, and continue to work with the Director of Libraries and Information Services on library fiscal issues and challenges, including regular updates on the library budget. d. Review existing statistics, such as collection statistics, trends in library usage, and program attendance, and help inform and ask questions of library staff.

Goal Three – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
a. Advise staff on developing a diverse materials collection, including books in Braille, multiple languages, and formats that support the blind, visually impaired, and non-English-speaking communities.
b. Recruit new commissioners with a focus on diversity. Expand partnerships with community groups such as reading advocacy groups, PTAs, Boys and Girls Club, and promote local libraries as community cultural centers, highlighting cultural heritage programming. c. Develop youth and senior DEI ambassadors on the Library Commission to encourage intergenerational participation and provide insight on age-inclusive programming and helping to co-create initiatives that reflect their lived experiences. d. Advocate for training sessions for library staff on DEI principles and inclusive practices. Promote local libraries as inclusive community cultural centers by highlighting cultural heritage programs and events, while actively gathering feedback from diverse community members to ensure their needs and perspectives shape library services.
e. Promote equality and accessibility across all our library facilities to ensure they are accommodating and inviting, allowing all community members to enter, move around, and use library spaces easily, efficiently, and safely.
f. Build new partnerships to support culturally diverse events and exhibits. g. Promote equality and accessibility of digital content.

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MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD

MEMBERS
JULY
17, 2024
REGUL
AR
AUGUST 21
, 202
4 CANCELED
SE
PTE
M
BER 18,
20 24 REGU
LA
R
OCTOBER 16,
2024

REGULAR
NOV
EM
BER
20,
2024

REGULAR

DECEMBER
18,
2024

REGULAR
JANUA
RY 15,
2025

REGULAR
FEB
RUARY
19,
2025

REGULAR
MARCH 19,
2025

REGULAR
APRI
L 16
, 202
5 REGULAR
MAY
21, 202
5 REGULAR
JUNE 18,
2025

REGULAR TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

BASS, ADRIENNE
(District 2 Nomination) P XX P A P XX XX P P P P P 8 88%

BLANTON, JUDITH
(District 5 Nomination) P XX P A A XX XX A P P P P
6 66%
DICKERSON, CHELSEA (District
1 Nomination) P XX P P A XX XX P P A A P 6 66%
VACANT (District
3 Nomination)
MARION GOMEZ (District
4 Nomination) P XX P P P XX XX P P P P P 9 100%

PATATIAN, BOGHOS
(At Large Nomination) P XX P P P XX XX P P P A P 8 88%

ROSENTHAL, LESLIE
(District 6 Nomination) P XX P P P XX XX P P P A P 8 88% STAMMER, DR. XILIAN CHEN
(District 7 Nomination) P XX P P P XX XX P P P P P
9 100%

BRANIN, JOAN
(At Large Nomination) P XX A P P XX XX P P P A P 7 77%
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P - PRESENT

A - EXCUSED ABSENSE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

XX - CANCELED MEETING

NQ - NO QUORUM
CO-19 - CANCELED DUE TO
COVID -19
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PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

STAFF REPORT
DATE: AUGUST 27, 2025
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: JENNIFER PAIGE, AICP, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2025 AND PROPOSED WORKPLAN FOR FY 2026
____________________________________________________________________________

RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the Planning Commission receive and provide comments for the following:

1. Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025); and

2. Proposed Workplan for FY 2026 (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026).

The Planning Commissions’ comments will be provided to the City Council.

Respectfully Submitted,

______________________________
Jennifer Paige, AICP
Director of Planning & Community Development Department

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CITY OF PASADENA PLANNING COMMISSION

ANNUAL REPORT FOR FY 2025
PROPOSED WORKPLAN FOR FY 2026

PRESENTED ON AUGUST 27, 2025

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CITY OF PASADENA PLANNING COMMISSION

ANNUAL REPORT FOR FY 2025 AND
PROPOSED WORKPLAN FOR FY 2026

PURPOSE:

Section 2.105.110 of the Pasadena Municipal Code spells out the functions of the Planning Commission (the “Commission”). The purpose of the Commission is to advise the City Council on the preparation and review of the General Plan, as well as the adoption or implementation of programs under the General Plan, including the creation of zoning districts, modification to and administration of zoning regulations, review of the Capital Improvements Program (CIP), and review of other programs and projects which affect city development. State law also grants the Commission the broad responsibility for advising the City Council on all land use planning issues.

The Commission consists of nine members, with each Councilmember appointing one member and the Mayor appointing two members. Commissioners are appointed for three-year terms and may be reappointed to serve a maximum of six years. See Attachment A for a roster of Commission members. Each fiscal year (FY), the Commission elects a chair and vice-chair to serve for the upcoming FY. For FY 2025, Commissioner Carol Hernandez served as the Chair and Commissioner Lambert Giessinger served as the Vice Chair.

The Commission regularly meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month and these meetings are open to the public and advertised as required by law. Meetings are broadcast through KPAS and the public can provide comments in person or remotely. Of the 24 regularly scheduled meetings this past FY, 13 were cancelled.

Several of these meetings were cancelled in response to the January 2025 Eaton Fire.

In addition, there were two special meetings including a Saturday Workshop. See Attachment B for an attendance record of the Commission members.

The Commissioners also serve on committees to address specific issues and provide policy direction on planning matters. The first assignment is the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). It has the authority to hear appeals and calls for review of decisions on use permits, variances, interpretations, and sign exceptions in accordance with the provisions of the City’s Zoning Code. The BZA met twice in FY 2025. The second committee assignment is serving as a representative on the City’s Design Commission.

The third assignment is Subcommittees (including Standing and Ad Hoc Subcommittees). See Attachment C for a list of committee members.

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Planning Commission 4 FY 2025 Annual Report & FY 2026 Workplan ANNUAL REPORT FOR FY 2025
(July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025)

1. General Plan and Specific Plan Administration
STATUS: ONGOING.

The North Lake Avenue Specific Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee held meetings with staff and the community to develop goals, policies and recommendations that were presented to the full commission.

The Commission conducted Study Sessions to provide feedback on the following:
a. North Lake Specific Plan (November 2024).
b. Fair Oaks/Orange Grove Specific Plan (March 2025).

The Commission conducted a Public Hearing and recommended the City Council approve the following:
c. Lamanda Park Specific Plan (August 2024; subsequently adopted by the City Council).

The Commission completed the following items:
d. Received an annual Progress Report for non-CIP implementation actions identified in the Lincoln Avenue, East Colorado and South Fair Oaks Specific Plans (February 2025).
e. Initiated an amendment to the Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan for a proposed project at 1900 Canada Avenue (May 2025).

2. Housing Element Implementation
STATUS: ONGOING.

The Commission reviewed the following:
a. Predevelopment Plan Review (PPR) and Design Review Process. This is listed under Program #9 – Removal of Constraints (Study Session in October 2024).
b. Objective Design Standards This is listed under Program #23 – Zoning Code Updates (Public Hearing in December 2024 and Workshop in May 2025).

The Commission conducted a Public Hearing and recommended the City Council approve the following:
c. Adaptive Reuse Regulations This is listed under Program #6 – Housing Sites (July 2024; subsequently adopted by the City Council).

Staff completed the following item:
d. Submitted the 2024 Housing Element Annual Report to the state (April 2025).

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3. Zoning Code Amendments
STATUS: ONGOING.

See #2a through c above.

4. Planning Applications
STATUS: COMPLETED.

The Commission conducted a Public Hearing and approved the following:
a. Planned Development #36 (Space Bank) time extension for 3200 E. Foothill Boulevard (October 2024).

The Commission conducted a Public Hearing and recommended the City Council approve the following:
b. Fuller Theological Seminary Master Plan update (October 2024; subsequently adopted by the City Council).

5. Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
STATUS: COMPLETED.

The BZA considered the following:
a. Appeal of Hearing Officer approval of Conditional Use Permit #7114. This was for a clubs, lodges and private meeting hall land use (Maxwell House) at 55 S. Grand Avenue (BZA decision upheld by the City Council) (October 2024).
b. Appeal of Hearing Officer approval of Hillside Development Permit #7102.

This was for an addition to an existing single-family residence at 1427 Arroyo View Drive (not appealed to the City Council) (June 2025).

6. Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
STATUS: COMPLETED.

The Commission and CIP Subcommittee conducted the following meetings:
a. Subcommittee – Reviewed the adopted Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 CIP for compliance with the goals of the General Plan and review the Implementation Actions of the Central District Specific Plan for inclusion in the FY 2026-2030 CIP (September 2024).
b. Commission Action Item – Identified potential CIP items for inclusion in FY 2026-2030 CIP. Forwarded items to Public Works as part of the “Call for New Projects” (October 2024).
c. Subcommittee – Received an overview of the FY2026 CIP and reviewed 14 new projects for inclusion in the recommended CIP FY2026-2030 and the related General Plan Consistency Findings (March 2025). d. Commission Action Item – Reviewed the General Plan Consistency findings for 14 new projects for inclusion in the FY 2026-2030 CIP (April 2025).

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Planning Commission 6 FY 2025 Annual Report & FY 2026 Workplan In addition, the Commission conducted the following meeting on the previously adopted CIP:
e. Commission Action Item – Reviewed the General Plan Consistency findings for two new projects for inclusion in the FY 2025-2029 CIP (November 2024).

7. Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs)
STATUS: NOT APPLICABLE.

The Commission did not conduct a scoping session to provide comments on an EIR.

8. Information Items
STATUS: ONGOING.

The Commission had informational presentations on the following:
a. Historic Places Pasadena – Citywide Historic Resources Survey (July 2024 and May 2025).
b. 710 Project Overview (September 2024).
c. 2024 Economic Development Strategic Plan (February 2025). d. Mid-year update on the FY 2025 Workplan (February 2025; conducted annually).
e. Recent state housing and other planning related legislation (April 2025; conducted annually).

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(July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026)

1. General Plan and Specific Plan Administration

Conduct the following:
a. Specific Plans – Conduct Study Sessions and Public Hearings for the North Lake, Fair Oaks/Orange Grove and East Pasadena Specific Plans. b. Annual Reviews – Conduct a review of the Implementation Action Items of the adopted Specific Plans (for non-CIP related items).
c. General Plan Elements – Present information on the Environmental Justice and Noise Elements.

2. Housing Element Implementation

Conduct the following from the City’s Housing Element Implementation Work Program:
a. Program #8: Inclusionary Housing – Complete Inclusionary Housing Study (not completed for FY 2025).
b. Program #9: Removal of Constraints – Update Ordinance for Predevelopment Plan Reviews (PPRs) and Design Review (not completed for FY 2025); Review live-work regulations.
c. Program #10: Regulatory Incentives – Update Density Bonus Ordinance (not completed for FY 2025).
d. Program #11: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – Update Ordinance to reflect latest changes to state law.
e. Program #12: Financial Assistance – Discuss the most effective means available to generate funds locally to support the construction of affordable housing (not completed for FY 2025).
f. Program #23: Zoning Code Updates – Adopt Objective Design Standards for High Density Housing; Amend Zoning Code to allow employee and farmworker housing.

3. Zoning Code Amendments

Conduct Study Sessions and Public Hearings on the following:
a. PPRs and Design Review Thresholds – Residential and nonresidential. b. Objective Design Standards for High Density Housing. c. Density Bonus (not completed for FY 2025).
d. Inclusionary Housing (not completed for FY 2025).
e. Miscellaneous Zoning Code Updates (temporary uses and TUPs; seasonal sales; R&D uses in the PS Zoning District; adaptive reuse for hotels). f. Zoning Code updates necessary to comply with recent state legislation (e.g., secondhand stores with donation drop-off; small lot subdivisions; SB 9 compliance; updated public notification requirements; ADUs). 432
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4. Planning Applications

Review other applications that are under the purview of the Commission as they arise, such as Zoning Map Amendments, Landmark Districts, Major Projects, Master Plans/Master Plan Amendments and Planned Development Amendments/ Extensions.

5. Board of Zoning Appeals

Consider appeals to decisions of the Hearing Officer and decisions, determinations and interpretations of the Zoning Administrator, Film Commissioner and Planning and Community Development Director.

6. Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

Conduct the following:
a. Review the FY 2026-2030 CIP for compliance with the goals of the General Plan and make appropriate recommendations to the City Council for consideration in the FY 2027-2031 CIP.
b. Review the FY 2026-2030 CIP and Implementation Action Items for the adopted Specific Plans for incorporation and/or status updates in the CIP. c. Invite the public to a Planning Commission meeting to provide input during the “Call for New Projects” period.
d. Review the General Plan Consistency findings for new projects for inclusion in the FY 2027-2031 CIP.

7. Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs)

Conduct scoping sessions and provide comments for EIRs.

8. Information Items

Conduct informational meetings on the following:
a. Historic Places Pasadena – Citywide Historic Resources Survey. b. 710 Project Land Use and Mobility Discussion.
c. Recent state housing and other planning related legislation (done annually). d. Placemaking and its role in shaping the City’s future. e. Overview and discussion on City’s comprehensive approach to address issues related to climate change (not completed for FY 2025). f. Present a mid-year update on the FY 2026 Workplan.
g. Update on the Eaton Fire Recovery.
h. Coordinate with Pasadena’s Department of Transportation (DOT) to present an overview of the City’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) policies and how they are impacting mobility patterns in the community (added by the Planning Commission on August 27, 2025).

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Planning Commission 9 FY 2025 Annual Report & FY 2026 Workplan Attachments (3):

Attachment A – Roster
Attachment B – Attendance Record
Attachment C – Committee Assignments
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ATTACHMENT A

PLANNING COMMISSION ROSTER

FISCAL YEAR 2025
July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

MEMBER POSITION DISTRICT
Beverly Sims Commissioner District 1
Julianna Delgado Commissioner District 2
Philip Burns Commissioner District 5
Lambert Giessinger Vice-chair District 4
Jay Walters Commissioner District 3
Jennifer Higginbotham Secretary District 7
Mic Hansen Commissioner Mayor
Carol Hunt Hernandez Chair At Large/5

PAST MEMBER POSITION DISTRICT
Steven Olivas Commissioner District 3
Rick Cole Commissioner District 5

FISCAL YEAR 2025
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026

CURRENT MEMBER POSITION DISTRICT
Beverly Sims Commissioner District 1
Julianna Delgado Commissioner District 2
Jay Walters Commissioner District 3
Lambert Giessinger Vice-chair District 4
Philip Burns Commissioner District 5
Michael Albrecht Commissioner District 6
Jennifer Higginbotham Secretary District 7
Mic Hansen Commissioner Mayor
Carol Hunt Hernandez Chair At Large/5
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Planning Commission

MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD
July 2024 - June 2025

MEMBERS
7/10/2024
REG
7/24/2024
REG
8/14/2024
REG
8/28/2024
REG
9/11/2024
REG
9/25/2024
REG
10/9/2024
REG
10/23/2024
REG
11/13/2024
REG
11/27/2024
REG
12/4/24SPEC
12/11/2024
REG
12/25/2024
REG
1/8/2025
REG
1/22/2025
REG
2/12/2025
REG
2/26/2025
REG
3/12/2025
REG
3/26/2025
REG
4/9/2025
REG
4/23/2025
REG
5/10/2025
REG
5/14/2025
REG
5/28/2025
REG
6/11/2025
REG
6/25/2025
REG
Absences
TOTAL

MEETINGS

ATTENDED

ATTENDANCE
RECORD

PERCENTAGE
Michael Albrecht
(District 6) P P XX P P XX P P P XX P XX XX XX XX XX P P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 0 13/13 100% Rick Cole
(District 5) P P XX P P XX P P P XX P 0 8/13 100%
Julianna Delgado
(District 2) P P XX P P XX P A P XX P XX XX XX XX XX P P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 1 12/13 92% Lambert Giessinger
(District 4) P P XX A P XX P P A XX P XX XX XX XX XX A P XX P XX P XX A XX XX 4 9/13 69% Mic Hansen
(Mayor) P P XX P P XX P P P XX P XX XX XX XX XX P P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 0 13/13 100% Jennifer Higginbotham
(District 7) P P XX P P XX P P P XX P XX XX XX XX XX A P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 1 12/13 92% Carol Hunt Hernandez
(At Large/5) P P XX A P XX P P P XX P XX XX XX XX XX P P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 1 12/13 92% Steven Olivas
(District 3) P P XX P P XX P P P XX P XX XX XX XX XX P P 0 10/13 100% Beverly Sims
(District 1) A P XX P A XX P P A XX P XX XX XX XX XX A P XX P XX A XX A XX XX 6 7/13 54% Philip Burns
(District 5) XX XX XX XX P P XX P XX P XX P XX XX 0 5/5 100% Jay Walters
(District 3) XX P XX A XX P XX XX 1 2/3 66%

P - PRESENT
13Number of Meetings
for the Year

NQ - NO QUORUM

XX - CANCELLED MEETING

GRAY - NOT ON COMMISSION
LEGEND

A - EXCUSED ABSENCE

U - UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
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ATTACHMENT C

PLANNING COMMISSION
FY 2025 & FY 2026 STANDING COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

FISCAL YEAR 2025
July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

Design Commission

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

July 2024 – June 2025:

Chair Delgado (nominated by Planning Commission)

Board of Zoning Appeals

Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month.

July 2024 – March 2025:

Chair Giessinger, Vice Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Delgado, Hernandez, and Olivas
April – June 2025:

Chair Giessinger, Vice Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Delgado, Hernandez, and Albrecht

Subcommittees

CIP Standing Subcommittee – Met in September 2024 and March 2025.

July – December 2025:

Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Cole, and Giessinger
January – February 2025:

Chair Higginbotham, Commissioner Giessinger
March – June 2025:

Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Giessinger, and Albrecht

Lake Avenue Specific Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Met in May and June 2025 with staff. Also met separately without staff.

July – December 2024:

Chair Hernandez, Commissioners Delgado, Cole, and Sims
January – June 2025:

Chair Hernandez, Commissioners Delgado, and Sims

Nominating Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Appointed in May 2025.

Giessinger, Commissioners Hansen, and Albrecht

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ATTACHMENT C

PLANNING COMMISSION
FY 2024 & FY 2025 STANDING COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

EXPECTED FISCAL YEAR 2026
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026

Design Commission

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Chair Delgado (nominated by Planning Commission)

Board of Zoning Appeals
Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month
Chair Giessinger, Vice Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Delgado, Hernandez, and Albrecht

Subcommittees

CIP Standing Subcommittee – Meet as needed
Chair Higginbotham, Commissioners Giessinger, and Albrecht

AD Hoc Subcommittees – Create and meet as needed

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