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McMillan, Acquanette (Netta)
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Jones, Justin
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Re: Fully Fund the OSP plan for transition to carbon free electric power by 2030 Hello Councilmember Jones. Sending to the public comment email for inclusion in the record.
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From: Jones, Justin <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, April 25, 2026 8:21:00 AM
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Subject: Re: Fully Fund the OSP plan for transition to carbon free electric power by 2030 Mark,
Please include apart of public comment for May 4th.
Justin
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Subject: Fully Fund the OSP plan for transition to carbon free electric power by 2030 Dear Councilmember Jones, I am a resident of your Council District 3.
Thank you for voting in favor of Climate Emergency Resolution 9977 and approving a plan to successfully implement it.
Local climate action is one of my highest priorities. It is critical to me that the full 20MW of municipal solar and 75HWof municipal storage as required by the Optimized Strategic Plan is fully funded in the capital budget. Please direct the city's staff to fully fund these projects to ensure we can achieve our city's goal of 100% carbon free electricity by 2030.
Michael Carrillo
1 in District 3
Forthequalityof our lives and the future of our children, On behalf of PASADENA 10
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Cole, Rick; Hampton, Tyron; Masuda, Gene
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Dear Sirs;
I am writing to ask you to insist that PWP prioritize and fund the two critical elements of the OSP:
20 MW of solar on city-owned property
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75 MW of battery storage
Thank you for your service,
Suzanne Lukather
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Subject: FW: Community Support for Maintaining Turf Field at Villa Parke From: Chris Medina <
Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:02 PM
To: Acevedo, Gloria <[email protected]>; Morales, Margo <[email protected]> Cc: Carcamo, Jorge <[email protected]>; Bermudez, Marco <[email protected]> Subject: Community Support for Maintaining Turf Field at Villa Parke
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Dear Ms. Acevedo and Ms. Morales,
I hope you are both doing well.
I’m writing as a local coach and community member to share my strong support for keeping the turf field at Villa Parke. For many of us who spend our afternoons and weekends there with our kids, this field is more than just a place to play—it’s a reliable, safe, and inclusive space that brings our community together.
1. Equity, Access, and Opportunity for Local Youth
Villa Parke serves a diverse group of families, and many of the kids in our league are not part of expensive club programs with access to private facilities. For them, this field is their only opportunity to play on a high-quality surface like turf. It gives them a sense of pride, confidence, and a more professional playing experience that they might not otherwise have access to. Taking that away would create a gap in opportunity for the very kids who benefit from it most.
2. Year-Round Usability and Reliability
The turf field plays a critical role in keeping programs running consistently. With the amount of use Villa Parke sees, natural grass would struggle to hold up. We would likely see more field closures, cancellations, and limited access—especially after rain or heavy use. For working families who already juggle busy schedules, those disruptions make a real impact.
3. Capacity to Support High Usage
Villa Parke supports a large and growing number of youth athletes and community members. Turf fields are designed to handle continuous, heavy use without significant deterioration, while natural grass requires rest and recovery time that would limit access.
4. Safety and Injury Prevention
The current turf provides a level, predictable surface for our players. Grass fields, particularly under 2 heavy use, can quickly become uneven and worn, increasing the risk of injuries—something we all want to avoid for our kids.
5. Water Conservation and Environmental Considerations
In Southern California, where water conservation remains a priority, turf fields eliminate the need for constant irrigation. Maintaining a natural grass field would significantly increase water usage.
6. Long-Term Maintenance and Cost Efficiency
While natural grass may appear cost-effective initially, it requires ongoing expenses for irrigation, mowing, fertilization, pest control, and repairs. Turf fields, although requiring periodic replacement over time, generally offer more predictable and manageable long-term maintenance for high-use parks.
The field is constantly in use—not just by organized teams, but by families, pickup games, and local groups. It’s a vibrant, active space that reflects the spirit of Pasadena. Keeping the turf helps ensure that this level of access and activity continues without interruption.
I truly appreciate the work you both do for our community, and I hope the City will consider the real, everyday impact this decision has on local families and youth. Maintaining the turf field at Villa Parke helps preserve access, equity, safety, and opportunity for so many kids.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I would be more than happy to share additional perspective if helpful.
Sincerely,
Chris Medina
Coach, Villa Parke Youth Soccer League
Rose City Strikers FC