AR 26 CORRESPONDENCE — Pasadena City Council, June 8, 2026

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McMillan, Acquanette (Netta)
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Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council,
I am writing to urge you to support the proposed SB 79 Delay Effectuation Ordinance and continue aggressively pursuing a Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP).

Over the past several weeks, I have spent a significant amount of time reviewing the City's Planning reports and maps related to SB 79. What has become increasingly clear to me is that Pasadena is not facing a simple planning issue. Our TOD areas overlap directly with historic neighborhoods, Landmarked homes, rent-controlled housing, lower-density residential streets, and long-established neighborhood fabric that has defined Pasadena for generations.

As someone who lives on Magnolia Avenue, this feels very personal to me. Magnolia is one of Pasadena's tandmarked historic streets and part of the neighborhood fabric that residents and the City have worked hard to preserve over many years. Seeing how deeply the Fillmore TOD area overlaps with Madison hleights and Magnolia Avenue in the City's own maps was honestly alarming.

What also stood out to me in the reports is that Pasadena still appears to have meaningful planning tools available through TODAP. The Planning Department specifically states that TODAP may allow the City to shift density within and between TOD zones while still complying with state housing requirements.

That matters enormously.

To me, this means the delay ordinance is not simply symbolic. It gives Pasadena time to complete the extensive planning work still underway, including:
• historic resource analysis
• site-by-site evaluation
• rent-controlled housing review
• and determiningwhere future density should be concentrated citywide.

I support housing. I also believe Pasadena deserves the opportunity to thoughtfully determine where larger- scale growth belongs and where historic neighborhood transitions should remain protected.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods are not empty Land waiting to be redeveloped. They are part of the identity, beauty, and character that make people want to live here in the first place.

I respectfully urge the City Council to:
• Support the Delay Effectuation Ordinance
• Aggressively pursue TODAP planning
• Preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available • Focus higher intensity growth in appropriate corridors where possible • And continue protecting Pasadena's historic neighborhood fabric and transitions Once the character of these neighborhoods is lost, it cannot simply be recreated later.

Thankyouforyour consideration. I hope you all have a wonderful MemorialWeekend.

Sincerely,
Erika Foy
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Re: Support Thoughtful Implementation of SB 79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I respectfully ask the City Council to support the SB 79 delay ordinance and continue aggressively pursuing TODAP planning.

The Planning Department reports clearly show Pasadena's TOD areas are extraordinarily complicated and already contain:
• historic resources
• rent-controlled housing
• Landmark districts
• lower-density residential neighborhoods
• and existing Specific Plans intended to guide growth thoughtfully Pasadena deserves time to complete the extensive analysis required before blanket statewide standards automatically apply everywhere equally.

This is not about stopping housing. It is about making sure future growth is implemented responsibly and thoughtfully.

Please support the delay ordinance and continue preserving every remaining local planning tool available under state law.

Thankyou.

Sincerely,
Alyson Pernecky
1 Pasadena, CA 91103
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Re: Thoughtful Growth Matters in Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I support housing in Pasadena, but I also believe growth should be planned thoughtfully.

The City's Planning reports make clear that Pasadena's transit-oriented areas already contain historic districts, landmarked resources, rent-controlled housing, and Long-established residential neighborhoods.

The Fillmore Station area especially overlaps directly with historic neighborhood fabric, including parts of Madison Heights.

I strongly support the City's continued pursuit of TODAP planning so Pasadena can thoughtfully determine where higher-intensity growth belongs and where neighborhood transitions should remain protected.

Please support the delay ordinance and continue pursuing every available planning tool under SB 79.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods and urban character are part of what make this city special.

Sincerely,
Bob Boyle
Pasadena, CA91106
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Re: Pasadena Should Continue Pursuing TODAP
Mr. MarkJomsky,
After reviewing the City's Planning reports regarding SB 79,1 strongly believe Pasadena should continue aggressively pursuing a Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP).

The reports make clear that TODAP may allow Pasadena to thoughtfully shift density within TOD areas while still complying with state housing requirements.

That feels critically important for neighborhoods surrounding Fillmore Station and other historic residential transition areas.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods are part of what makes this city unique. Once they are altered, they cannot simply be recreated later.

I urge the City Council to support the delay ordinance so Pasadena has time to complete the extensive TODAP planning and analysis currently underway.

Please preserve thoughtful planning and every remaining Local implementation tool still available to the City.

Sincerely,
Sharon Freeark
Pasadena, CA 91106
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The reports make clear that TODAP may allow Pasadena to thoughtfully shift density within TOD areas while still complying with state housing requirements.

That feels critically important for neighborhoods surrounding Fillmore Station and other historic residential transition areas.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods are part of what makes this city unique. Once they are altered, they cannot simply be recreated Later.

I urge the City Council to support the delay ordinance so Pasadena has time to complete the extensive TODAP planning and analysis currently underway.

Please preserve thoughtful planning and every remaining local implementation tool still available to the City.

Sincerely,
Melissa Eaves
Pasadena, CA 91105
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Re: Support Thoughtful Planning for Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I support the proposed SB 79 Delay Effectuation Ordinance and urge Pasadena to continue aggressively pursuing a Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP).

After reviewing the City's own maps and Planning reports, it is clear Pasadena faces unique challenges under SB 79. Areas surrounding the Fillmore Station overlap directly with historic neighborhoods, lower-density residential streets, landmarked properties, and rent-controlled housing. Pasadena is not a blank slate.

The Planning Department reports also make clear that TODAP could allow Pasadena to thoughtfully shift density within TOD areas while still complying with state housing requirements. That feels extremely important and worth pursuing aggressively before SB 79 fully takes effect.

Supporting the delay ordinance is not anti-housing. Pasadena has already planned for substantial growth throughout many parts of the city. The issue is whether growth is implemented thoughtfully and contextually rather than through a blanket one-size-fits-all approach.

Please support the delay ordinance, continue TODAP planning, and preserve every remaining planning tool still Legally available to Pasadena.

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Dimity Nelson
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re: Please Preserve Pasadena's Remaining Planning Tools Mr. MarkJomsky,
As a Pasadena resident, I urge the City Council to support the proposed delay ordinance related to SB 79.

The City's own reports now show that Pasadena is actively studying a TOD Alternative Plan (TODAP) that could help shape where future density is concentrated while still complying with state housing law.

That work takes time.

The reports repeatedly reference:
• site-by-site analysis
• historic resource mapping
• rent-controlled housing
• and determining where density could shift citywide
Without the delay ordinance, SB 79 may begin applying broadly before Pasadena completes this planning work.

Pasadena's neighborhoods are extraordinarily diverse. h-listoric residential areas near Fitlmore should not automatically be treated the same as major commercial corridors or already high-density districts.

I respectfully urge the City to preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available while Pasadena completes the TODAP process.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Susan Drum
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re: Support Thoughtful SB 79 Planning for Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
As a Pasadena resident, I urge the City Council to support the proposed SB 79 Delay Effectuation Ordinance and to continue aggressively pursuing a strong Transit-Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP).

After reviewing the Planning Department reports and maps, it is clear that Pasadena faces uniquely complicated challenges under SB 79. The City's transit-oriented areas are not vacant redevelopment zones.

They overlap extensively with historic neighborhoods, landmarked resources, rent-controtled housing, lower- density residential streets, and existing Specific Plans that already planned for significant growth throughout the city.

The maps surrounding the Fittmore Station area are especially concerning because they show how deeply the TOD zone overlaps with established residential and historic neighborhood fabric, including Madison Heights and Landmarked areas such as Magnolia Avenue.

At the same time, the Planning Department reports confirm that Fillmore, Alien, and Sierra Madre Villa do not qualify for certain broader exemption authorities available in other TOD zones. This makes thoughtful TODAP planning critically important.

Importantly, the City's own staff report confirms that TODAP enables Pasadena to shift density within and between TOD zones while still complying with state housing requirements. This planning flexibility should be pursued aggressively and thoughtfully.

I also remain deeply concerned about the practical implications of the 10% Limitation on historic resource protections under TODAP. The City's own maps demonstrate that historic resources are woven extensively throughout Pasadena's TOD areas, especially around Old Pasadena, Memorial Park, Del Mar, and surrounding districts. Pasadena's historic resources are not isolated buildings —they are part of an interconnected neighborhood fabric that contributes enormously to the city's identity and character.

I want to be clear that supporting thoughtful implementation is not anti-housing. Pasadena has already planned for substantial growth in many areas of the city. The issue now is whether the City continues to retain the ability to shape that growth responsibly and contextually rather than through a blanket one-size-fits-all approach.

I respectfully urge the City Council to:

Support the Delay Effectuation Ordinance
• Aggressively pursue TODAP planning
• Focus future density in appropriate higher-intensity corridors where legally possible •
• Preserve historic neighborhood transitions and contextual planning principles • Continue advocating for stronger historic protections under state law • And maintain robust public engagement throughout the TODAP process Pasadena is one of California's most unique and thoughtfully planned cities. I urge the City to continue using every remaining planningtool available to preserve the qualities that make Pasadena specialwhile still planning responsibly for future growth.

Sincerely,
Kristin htarrison
Pasadena, CA91106
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The reports make clear that TODAP may allow Pasadena to thoughtfully shift density within TOD areas while still complying with state housing requirements.

That feels critically important for neighborhoods surrounding Fillmore Station and other historic residential transition areas.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods are part of what makes this city unique. Once they are altered, they cannot simply be recreated later.

I urge the City Council to support the delay ordinance so Pasadena has time to complete the extensive TODAP planning and analysis currently underway.

Please preserve thoughtful planning and every remaining local implementation tool still available to the City.

Sincerely,
Stacey Fortner
"'. Pasadena, CA 91105
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Re: Please Preserve Pasadena's hlistoric Neighborhood Transitions Mr. MarkJomsky,
I urge you to support the proposed SB 79 Delay Effectuation Ordinance and continue pursuing TODAP planning before blanket statewide standards take effect throughout Pasadena.

The City's own maps show that Pasadena's transit zones extend deeply into established residential and historic neighborhoods. Areas surrounding Fillmore Station especially overlap with landmarked homes, historic streets, rent-controlled housing, and long-established neighborhood fabric.

Larger-scale growth should be focused in appropriate commercial and higher-intensity corridors — not pushed deeper into established residential and historic neighborhoods without a clear plan for where that growth belongs.

The Planning Department reports also makeclearthat Pasadena is still actively studying TODAP and evaluating how density could be shifted within TOD areas while still complying with state law.

That planningwork deserves time.

Please preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available to Pasadena and continue protecting the neighborhood character and transitions that make our city unique.

Sincerely,
Jennifer Melyan
Pasadena, CA 91106-3623
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The reports make clear that TODAP may allow Pasadena to thoughtfully shift density within TOD areas while still complyjngwith state housing requirements.

That feels critically important for neighborhoods surrounding Fillmore Station and other historic residential transition areas.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods are part of what makes this city unique. Once they are altered, they cannot simply be recreated later.

I urge the City Council to support the delay ordinance so Pasadena has time to complete the extensive TODAP planning and analysis currently underway.

Please preserve thoughtful planning and every remaining local implementation tool still available to the City.

Sincerely,
Page Malloy
6:>asadena,CA91106
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Re: Thoughtful Growth Matters in Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I support housing in Pasadena, but I also believe growth should be planned thoughtfully.

The City's Planning reports make clear that Pasadena's transit-oriented areas already contain historic districts, landmarked resources, rent-controlled housing, and long-established residential neighborhoods.

The Fillmore Station area especially overlaps directlywith historic neighborhood fabric, including parts of Madison Heights.

Please support the delay ordinance and continue pursuing every available planning tool under SB 79.

Pasadena's historic neighborhoods and urban character are part of what make this city special.

Sincerely,
Ruth SatinskySieber
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re: Urgent Call for Advocacy on SB 79 and TODAP
Mr. MarkJomsky,
Pasadena must actively advocate for improvements to SB 79 and the TODAP. The current framework poses risks to historic neighborhoods, and we must push for targeted amendments and stronger protections.

Pasadena's unique character must be preserved, and advocating for a better state policy is crucial. Thankyou foryourtimeand consideration.

Sincerely,
Nancy McCullough
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Re: Urgent Need for Enhancements to SB 79 in Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am deeply concerned about the potential long-term impact of SB 79 on Pasadena's historic neighborhoods and residential areas. While planning for future housing needs is essential, it is crucial that Pasadena pushes for substantial enhancements to the law itself.

The current stipulations of SB 79 present significant issues, including the arbitrary historic designation cutoff, limits on historic resources, and reduced local flexibility in sensitive residential areas. There is a genuine apprehension that the focus on housing production might overshadow the voices of residents striving to preserve Pasadena's unique character.

I urge the City to advocate for stronger safeguards and amendments at the state level before making any irreversible planning decisions locally. Pasadena must support a balanced housing policy that values both growth and preservation.

Sincerely,
Ketley Fitzgerald HoLmes
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Re: Protect our City- SB79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am writing out of growing concern regarding SB 79 and the long-term implications it could have for Pasadena's historic neighborhoods and established residential areas.

While I appreciate the City pursuing a TODAP and preparing for future housing requirements, I do not believe Pasadena should focus solely on adapting to SB 79 without simultaneously pushing far more aggressively for improvements to the law itself.

Pasadena is not a generic city. Our community is defined by historic neighborhoods, walkable streets, mature tree canopy, Landmark homes, schools, churches, and neighborhood transitions that have evolved carefully over generations. Once those qualities are lost, they cannot simply be rebuilt Later.

The current framework of SB 79 still contains serious unresolved concerns, including:
• The arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff
• The 10% cap affecting historic resources
• Reduced local flexibility in sensitive residential areas • Increased pressure on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and landmark districts As TOD planning discussions move forward, I worry that increasing pressure for housing production could gradually overshadow the voices of residents trying to preserve Pasadena's historic character and tivability.

I urge the City to continue fighting for stronger protections and meaningful amendments at the state level before irreversible planning decisions are made locally.

Pasadena should not simply absorb state mandates. It should lead in advocating for a more balanced housing policy that respects both growth and preservation.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
John Holmes
Pasadena, CA91106
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Re: Urgent Need for Strong Protections Against SB 79 Impacts Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am reaching out with deep concern regarding the potential consequences of SB 79 on Pasadena's cherished historic neighborhoods and residential areas. While I acknowledge the City's efforts in preparing for future housing needs through TODAP, I believe it is crucial to advocate for substantial improvements to the law itself.

Pasadena's unique identity is characterized by historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, landmark homes, and community Landmarks that have been carefully nurtured over time. The existing provisions of SB 79 raise significant issues that must be addressed:
- The arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation deadline
- The 10% cap affecting historic resources
- Diminished local control in sensitive residential zones - Growing pressures on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and landmark districts As discussions progress on TOD planning, there is a legitimate concern that the focus on housing production could overshadow the desires of residents aiming to safeguard Pasadena's character and quality of life. I urge the City to persist in advocating for stronger safeguards and meaningful revisions at the state level before irreversible decisions are made locally.

Pasadena should not merely comply with state mandates but should take the Lead in promoting a balanced housing policy that upholds both growth and preservation. Thank you for your attention.

Sincerely,
JilleenWestbrook
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Pasadena is not a generic city. Our community is defined by historic neighborhoods, walkable streets, mature tree canopy, landmark homes, schools, churches, and neighborhood transitions that have evolved carefully over generations. Once those qualities are lost, they cannot simply be rebuilt later.

The current framework of SB 79 still contains serious unresolved concerns, including:
• The arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff
• The 10% cap affecting historic resources
• Reduced local flexibility in sensitive residential areas • Increased pressure on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and Landmark districts As TOD planning discussions move forward, I worry that increasing pressure for housing production could gradually overshadow the voices of residents trying to preserve Pasadena's historic character and livability.

I urge the City to continue fighting for stronger protections and meaningful amendments at the state level before irreversible planning decisions are made locally.

Pasadena should not simply absorb state mandates. It should Lead in advocating for a more balanced housing policy that respects both growth and preservation.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Hayley Boaz
Pasadena, CA 91105
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Pasadena's unique character must be preserved, and advocating for a better state policy is crucial. Thank you foryourtime and consideration.

Sincerely,
Andrew Boaz
Pasadena, CA91105
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Pasadena Residents are Paying Attention to SB79
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Re: Pasadena Residents are Paying Attention to SB79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
am writing because I believe many Pasadena residents are only now beginning to understand how far-reaching SB 79 may become in a transit-rich city like ours.

When people see the transit maps, many are surprised to learn how deeply these overlays extend into established residential neighborhoods throughout Pasadena.

I recognize Pasadena must continue planning for future housing growth. But I also believe the City should continue using every planning tool still legally available to ensure growth is implemented thoughtfully and in a way that respects neighborhood context, infrastructure, historic resources, and Long-term livability.

I appreciate that Pasadena is continuing to study a Transit-Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP), and I strongly encourage the City to continue that work before blanket statewide standards fully shape future development patterns across Large portions of the city.

I also hope Pasadena continues advocating for stronger local flexibility and historic preservation protections within state Law, including concerns surrounding the 10% historic resource Limitation.

At the same time, many residents remain concerned about cumulative impacts associated with increased density, including parking pressures, traffic circulation, infrastructure strain, and overall neighborhood livability.

This conversation is bigger than any one neighborhood. The decisions being made now will shape Pasadena for decades to come.

Thank you for your consideration.

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Susan Colton
Pasadena, CA 91106
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When people see the transit maps, many are surprised to learn how deeply these overlays extend into established residential neighborhoods throughout Pasadena.

I recognize Pasadena must continue planning for future housing growth. But I also believe the City should continue using every planning tool still Legally available to ensure growth is implemented thoughtfully and in a way that respects neighborhood context, infrastructure, historic resources, and Long-term livability.

I also hope Pasadena continues advocating for stronger local flexibility and historic preservation protections within state law, including concerns surrounding the 10% historic resource limitation.

This conversation is bigger than any one neighborhood. The decisions being made now will shape Pasadena for decades to come.

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Re: Urgent Action Needed: Protecting Pasadena's Historic Neighborhoods Mr. MarkJomsky,
As we navigate the challenges posed by SB 79 and the TODAP, it is imperative that we advocate for targeted amendments and stronger protections to safeguard Pasadena's unique character. Preserving our historic neighborhoods is paramount, and advocating for a better state policy is crucial in achieving this goal. Thank you foryourtime and consideration.

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Pasadena's unique character must be preserved, and advocating for a better state policy is crucial. Thankyou foryourtime and consideration.

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Re: Urgent Action Needed: Protect Pasadena's Planning Tools Mr. MarkJomsky,
As Pasadena evaluates SB 79, it is crucial to preserve all available planning tools to maintain the character of our neighborhoods. The potential impact on established residential and historic areas must be carefully considered. The ongoing study of the Transit-Oriented Development Alternative Plan is commendable, but decisions on density, neighborhood transitions, and historic preservation flexibility require thorough citywide planning. It is essential to address concerns about increased density's effects on neighborhoods, such as parking, traffic, and quality of Life. Thoughtful growth planning is necessary to ensure Long-term livability and neighborhood context are preserved. The decisions made today will shape Pasadena for generations to come.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Pamela Johnson
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re: Urgent Action Needed: Protecting Pasadena's Historic Neighborhoods Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am reaching out with deep concern regarding the potential impact of SB 79 on Pasadena's cherished historic neighborhoods and established residential areas. While I recognize the importance of the TODAP and housing requirements, I strongly believe that Pasadena must not solely focus on adapting to SB 79 without actively advocating for necessary improvements to the law itself.

Our city is not generic; it is characterized by historic neighborhoods, green streets, iconic homes, schools, and churches that have developed over generations. These irreplaceable qualities are at risk if we do not address the unresolved issues within SB 79, such as the cutoff date for historic designation, the cap on historic resources, and the impact on sensitive residential areas.

As discussions on TOD planning progress, Ifearthatthe emphasis on housing production may overshadow the voices of residents striving to preserve Pasadena's unique character. I urge the City to continue fighting for stronger protections and meaningful amendments at the state level to prevent irreversible planning decisions that could harm our community.

Pasadena should not simply comply with state mandates; it should lead in advocating for a housing policy that balances growth and preservation. Thank you for considering this important matter.

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When people see the transit maps, many are surprised to learn how deeply these overlays extend into established residential neighborhoods throughout Pasadena.

I also hope Pasadena continues advocating for stronger Local flexibility and historic preservation protections within state Law, including concerns surrounding the 10% historic resource Limitation.

This conversation is bigger than any one neighborhood. The decisions being made now will shape Pasadena for decades to come.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Georgina Maechling
Pasadena, CA 91106
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The current framework of SB 79 stilt contains serious unresolved concerns, including:
• The arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff
•The 10% cap affecting historic resources
• Reduced Local flexibility in sensitive residential areas • Increased pressure on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and landmark districts As TOD planning discussions move forward, I worry that increasing pressure for housing production could gradually overshadow the voices of residents trying to preserve Pasadena's historic character and livability.

I urge the City to continue fighting for stronger protections and meaningful amendments at the state level before irreversible planning decisions are made locally.

Pasadena should not simply absorb state mandates. It should lead in advocating for a more balanced housing policy that respects both growth and preservation.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Kristi Link
Pasadena, CA91105
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Re: Urgent Action Needed: Protect Pasadena's Planning Tools Mr. MarkJomsky,
As Pasadena evaluates SB 79, it is crucial to preserve all available planning tools to maintain the character of our neighborhoods. The potential impact on established residential and historic areas must be carefully considered. The ongoing study of the Transit-Oriented Development Alternative Plan is commendable, but decisions on density, neighborhood transitions, and historic preservation flexibility require thorough citywide planning. It is essential to address concerns about increased density's effects on neighborhoods, such as parking, traffic, and quality of life. Thoughtful growth planning is necessary to ensure long-term livability and neighborhood context are preserved. The decisions made todaywill shape Pasadena for generations to come.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Sara Hurley
. Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Re: Questions Residents are Asking About SB79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
As Pasadena moves closer to implementing SB 79, many residents still have serious questions about how the City plans to protect historic neighborhoods, preserve thoughtful planning, and avoid unintended consequences for established residential areas.

Recent public discussions have made clear that Pasadena may soon face difficult decisions about where future development pressure gets directed and which neighborhoods receive protections or delays. Residents deserve transparency and clarity as these conversations continue.

I respectfully ask the City Council to address several important questions:

Does the City believe the current 10% historic resource cap is workable in a city like Pasadena with extensive historic neighborhoods and resources?
Will Pasadena continue advocating for revisions to the 10% cap and the January 1 , 2025 historic designation cutoff?
How does the City plan to avoid creating arbitrary winners and Losers between neighborhoods during implementation?
If some areas receive protections or delays, how will the City ensure development pressure is not simply shifted into adjacent residential neighborhoods?
Is Pasadena considering a customized implementation strategy similar to Los Angeles or San Francisco in order to preserve more local planning control?
What role will historic districts and landmark protections play in Pasadena's implementation strategy? What opportunities will residents have for meaningful public input before implementation maps, overlays, and zoning changes are finalized?
I support thoughtful housing growth, but I also believe Pasadena's historic neighborhoods, established residential areas, tree canopy, and neighborhood transitions deserve careful consideration and protection.

These are important Long-term decisions that will shape Pasadena for decades, and I hope the City will continue advocating for balanced implementation and stronger safeguards wherever possible.

Thankyouforyourtime and consideration.

Sincerely,
Lisanne Kern
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Pasadena, CA 91103
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Re: Thoughtful Planning and Historic Preservation - SB79 Mr. MarkJomsky,
As Pasadena continues discussions regarding SB 79 and the City's future Transit Oriented Development Alternative Plan (TODAP), I respectfully urge the City to do more than simply prepare for Local implementation.

I believe Pasadena must also actively advocate for improvements to the Law itself.

Like many residents, I understand Pasadena must plan for future housing growth, and I support thoughtful planning for our city. However, I am deeply concerned that the current framework of SB 79 still contains serious flaws that could place historic neighborhoods and sensitive residential areas at unnecessary risk.

Pasadena is not a generic city. Our community is defined by historic neighborhoods, mature tree canopy, walkable residential streets, landmark homes, schools, churches, and carefully scaled neighborhood transitions that have evolved over generations. Once that character is Lost, it cannot easily be recreated.

I appreciate the City pursuing a TODAP and taking time to evaluate how future growth should be distributed. But local planning alone is not enough if the underlying state framework remains flawed.

I urge Pasadena to formally advocate for targeted amendments and stronger protections, including:
• Eliminating the arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff • Revisiting the 10% cap affecting historic resources
• Preserving greater local flexibility near sensitive historic and residential areas • Allowing cities to better protect neighborhood transitions adjacent to schools, churches, and landmark districts
As discussions continue, I hope the City does not frame this conversation solely around how Pasadena absorbs density, but also around how Pasadena can help shape a better and more balanced state policy moving forward.

Thoughtful planning and historic preservation are not incompatible with housing goals. Pasadena should continue leading by advocating for both.

Thankyou foryourtime and consideration.

Sincerely,
Chris Link
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Pasadena, CA91105
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Re: Please Preserve Pasadena's Historic Neighborhood Transitions Mr. MarkJomsky,
I urge you to support the proposed SB 79 Delay Effectuation Ordinance and continue pursuing TODAP planning before blanket statewide standards take effect throughout Pasadena.

The Planning Department reports also make clear that Pasadena is still actively studying TODAP and evaluating how density could be shifted within TOD areas while still complying with state law.

That planning work deserves time.

Please preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available to Pasadena and continue protecting the neighborhood character and transitions that make our city unique.

Sincerely,
Salvador Mendoza
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re: Pasadena Residents are Paying Attention to SB79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am writing because I believe many Pasadena residents are only now beginning to understand how far-reaching SB 79 may become in a transit-rich city Like ours.

When people see the transit maps, many are surprised to Learn how deeplythese overlays extend into established residential neighborhoods throughout Pasadena.

I also hope Pasadena continues advocating for stronger local flexibility and historic preservation protections within state taw, including concerns surrounding the 10% historic resource limitation.

This conversation is bigger than anyone neighborhood. The decisions being made now will shape Pasadena for decades to come.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
PerrineZen
Pasadena, CA 91106
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I respectfully ask the City Council to address several important questions:

Does the City believe the current 10% historic resource cap is workable in a city like Pasadena with extensive historic neighborhoods and resources?
Will Pasadena continue advocating for revisions to the 10% cap and the January 1 , 2025 historic designation cutoff?
How does the City plan to avoid creating arbitrary winners and losers between neighborhoods during implementation?
If some areas receive protections or delays, how will the City ensure development pressure is not simply shifted into adjacent residential neighborhoods?
Is Pasadena considering a customized implementation strategy similar to Los Angeles or San Francisco in order to preserve more local planning control?
What role will historic districts and landmark protections play in Pasadena's implementation strategy? What opportunities will residents have for meaningful public input before implementation maps, overlays, and zoning changes are finalized?
I support thoughtful housing growth, but I also believe Pasadena's historic neighborhoods, established residential areas, tree canopy, and neighborhood transitions deserve careful consideration and protection.

These are important long-term decisions that will shape Pasadena for decades, and I hope the City will continue advocating for balanced implementation and stronger safeguards wherever possible.

Thankyouforyourtimeand consideration.

Sincerely,
Nickpetrov
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Pasadena, CA 91106
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Pasadena's unique character must be preserved, and advocating for a better state policy is crucial. Thankyou foryourtimeand consideration.

Sincerely,
Robert Graves
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Pasadena's unique identity is characterized by historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, landmark homes, and community landmarks that have been carefully nurtured over time. The existing provisions of SB 79 raise significant issues that must be addressed:
- The arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation deadline
- The 10% cap affecting historic resources
- Diminished local control in sensitive residential zones - Growing pressures on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and landmark districts As discussions progress on TOD planning, there is a legitimate concern that the focus on housing production could overshadow the desires of residents aiming to safeguard Pasadena's character and quality of life. I urge the City to persist in advocating for stronger safeguards and meaningful revisions at the state level before irreversible decisions are made locally.

Pasadena should not merely comply with state mandates but should take the lead in promoting a balanced housing policy that upholds both growth and preservation. Thankyouforyour attention.

Sincerely,
Jessica Graves
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The Planning Department reports also make clearthat Pasadena is still actively studying TODAP and evaluating how density could be shifted within TOD areas while still complying with state law.

That planning work deserves time.

Please preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available to Pasadena and continue protecting the neighborhood character and transitions that make our city unique.

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Re: SB79 and the Future of Pasadena
Mr. MarkJomsky,
As Pasadena begins planning for the Long-term implications of SB 79 through the TODAP process, I hope the City continues approachingthis issue with both realism and strong advocacyfor Pasadena's unique neighborhoods.

I recognize the difficult position cities now face under evolving state housing laws, and I appreciate the City's efforts to thoughtfully evaluate how future growth should be accommodated locally.

At the same time, I believe many residents remain concerned that the current SB 79 framework stilt does not adequately reflect the realities of historic cities like Pasadena.

Our city's identity is deeply connected to its historic neighborhoods, residential scale, mature tree canopy, Landmark districts, schools, churches, and carefully designed neighborhood transitions. These are not obstacles to thoughtful planning—they are part of what makes Pasadena successful and livable.

As the TODAP process evolves, I hope Pasadena continues advocating for:
• Greater Local planning flexibility
• Stronger historic preservation tools
• Improvements to the historic resource provisions within SB 79 • Better protections for sensitive neighborhood transitions • Policies that allow growth to be directed thoughtfully toward appropriate areas I believe Pasadena can continue supporting housing goals while also protecting the historic character and neighborhood fabric that residents value so deeply.

Thankyouforyour continued work on these complex issues.

Sincerely,
Richard Sill
Pasadena, CA 91106
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The Planning Department reports also make clearthat Pasadena is still actively studying TODAP and evaluating how density could be shifted within TOD areas while still complying with state law.

That planning work deserves time.

Please preserve every remaining planning tool still legally available to Pasadena and continue protecting the neighborhood character and transitions that make our city unique.

Sincerely,
Kathy Wales
Pasadena, CA 91106
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Re:SB79
Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am writing because I believe many Pasadena residents are only now beginning to understand how far-reaching SB 79 may become in a transit-rich city like ours.

When people see the transit maps, many are surprised to Learn how deeply these overlays extend into established residential neighborhoods throughout Pasadena.

I also hope Pasadena continues advocating for stronger local flexibility and historic preservation protections within state law, including concerns surrounding the 10% historic resource limitation. I am particularly concerned about the preservation of historic neighborhoods.

This conversation is bigger than any one neighborhood. The decisions being made now will shape Pasadena for decades to come.

Thankyouforyour consideration.

Sincerely,
Annette Drey
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Pasadena, CA 91106
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Urgent Action Needed to Protect Pasadena's Historic Neighborhoods [ I ] CAUTION: This email was delivered from the Internet. Do not click links or open attachments unless you know the content is safe. Report phish using the Phish Alert Button. For more information about the Phish Alert Button view article "KB0011474" on the DolT portal.

Re: Urgent Action Needed to Protect Pasadena's Historic Neighborhoods Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am reaching out with deep concern regarding the potential long-term impacts of SB 79 on Pasadena's cherished historic neighborhoods and residential areas. While I understand the importance of preparing for future housing needs through a TODAP, I strongly believe that Pasadena should not solely focus on adapting to SB 79 without advocating for significant improvements to the law itself.

Pasadena is a unique city with historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, landmark buildings, and a carefully cultivated character that has been shaped over generations. Once these qualities are Lost, they cannot be easily replaced. The current provisions of SB 79 bring about serious unresolved issues, such as the arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff, the 1 0% cap on historic resources, reduced local flexibility in sensitive residential areas, and increased pressure on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and Landmark districts.

As discussions on TOD planning progress, there is a real concern that the push for housing production may overshadow the voices of residents striving to maintain Pasadena's historic charm and quality of life. I urge the City to continue advocating for stronger protections and meaningful amendments at the state Level before any irreversible planning decisions are made locally. Pasadena should take a proactive stance in promoting a more balanced housing policy that values both growth and preservation.

Sincerely,
Sheridan Link
1 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Re: Concerns Regarding SB 79 and hlistoric Preservation in Pasadena Mr. MarkJomsky,
I am writing to express my deep concern about the potential long-term effects of SB 79 on Pasadena's beloved historic neighborhoods and residential areas. While I acknowledge the necessity of planning forfuture housing requirements through a TODAP, it is crucial that Pasadena does not solely concentrate on conforming to SB 79 without pushing for substantial enhancements to the Law itself.

Pasadena boasts unique historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, iconic buildings, and a carefully nurtured character developed over generations. Once these characteristics are lost, they are irreplaceable. The current stipulations of SB 79 present significant unresolved issues, including the arbitrary pre-2025 historic designation cutoff, the 10% limit on historic resources, diminished local flexibility in sensitive residential areas, and heightened pressure on neighborhood transitions near schools, churches, and landmark districts.

As discussions on TOD planning move forward, there is a genuine apprehension that the drive for housing production might overshadow the voices of residents striving to preserve Pasadena's historic allure and quality of life. I urge the City to persist in advocating for stronger safeguards and substantial amendments at the state Level before any irreversible planning decisions are taken locally. Pasadena must proactively support a more balanced housing policy that values both growth and preservation.

Sincerely,
Elaynetechentin
;Pasadena, CA 91106
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Pasadena City CouncilJune 8, 2026

Pasadena City Council
June 8, 2026