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3/28/2022
The City of South Pasadena invites residents to attend the second community meeting on the Huntington Drive & Fremont Avenue Corridor Improvements Project.
The first meeting took place on February 23, during which the City and the project design consultant, Kimley Horn, presented an overview of the project and several design concepts for public input.
In response to significant and valuable feedback that staff received, several adjustments have been made to the meeting format as well as the proposed design concepts. These changes give special consideration to:
We encourage the community to attend the second meeting on Thursday, March 5, at 6:00 p.m. at the Library Community Room (1115 El Centro St.) to ask questions, share their input with the group, and review the modified design concepts. The meeting will begin with an overview presentation with a Q&A session. Afterward, participants can visit display tables to provide feedback on each concept.
Information about the Huntington Drive & Fremont Avenue Corridor Improvements Project is available on the City’s website at southpasadenaca.gov/huntington-fremont. The presentation slides from both meetings will be uploaded to the page after the meeting.
Refer to the resources below for more information:
Project webpage: southpasadenaca.gov/huntington-fremont
Interactive map: https://bit.ly/4qQhG0U
Project team contact: huntington-fremont@southpasadenaca.gov
Join us for an Objective Design Standards Walk and Talk around South Pasadena!
📍 Meet at: Mission/Meridian A Line Station
🗓️ Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏱️ 9:30 a.m. (Option 1)
⏱️ 11:30 a.m. (Option 2)
Attendees will join City staff for a 45-minute walk (approximately 1 mile) to experience South Pasadena’s unique architecture up close and discuss its role in shaping the City’s future development.
Learn about development of the City’s Objective Design Standards and more ways to participate at southpasadenaca.gov/planning-news
The City of South Pasadena is looking for feedback for the Huntington Drive and Fremont Avenue Corridor Improvements Project.
The Fremont Avenue corridor spans from Columbia Street to Alhambra Road. The Huntington Drive corridor limits are from Alhambra Road to Garfield Avenue.
Funded by Metro, the project aims to close active transportation gaps by introducing bicycle facilities, improving sidewalks, and upgrading traffic signals to enhance safety, accessibility, and multimodal connectivity.
Two initial meetings are being held to educate residents about the project, present multiple design concepts, and receive public input on proposed improvements to these roadways.
Residents are invited to attend either option as follows:
Community Meeting Option #1
Community Meeting Option #2
Each meeting will start with an overview of the project and design concepts presented by staff, followed by an open-house format where residents can ask questions and provide input on the concepts being considered.
A second series of community meetings will be held later this spring, giving the public an opportunity to review the refined design concepts.
The project map, with a feature to leave comments, is available at bit.ly/4qQhG0U.
View the project page here: www.southpasadenaca.gov/Your-Government/Department-Service-Areas/Public-Works/Administration-Engineering/Upcoming-Projects
To contact the Project Team, please email huntington-fremont@southpasadenaca.gov.
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The City of South Pasadena is looking for feedback for the Huntington Drive and Fremont Avenue Corridor Improvements Project.
Funded by Metro, the project aims to close active transportation gaps by introducing bike facilities, improving sidewalks, and upgrading traffic signals to enhance safety, accessibility, and multimodal connectivity.
Residents may choose to attend either of the options below:
Community Meeting Option #1
Monday, February 23, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St.
Community Meeting Option #2
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St.
The project map, with a feature to leave comments, is available at bit.ly/4qQhG0U. To contact the Project Team, please email huntington-fremont@southpasadenaca.gov.
The City of South Pasadena extends an invitation to community members to participate in shaping the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and the City Council strategic planning. Your valuable input will help us work together to prioritize city goals, fiscal transparency, and maintain services for our community.
We value community engagement throughout this process and encourage all residents to participate. To share your input, please complete the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Survey available at https://forms.office.com/g/nSL1jHFT3Q or visit the City of South Pasadena’s website homepage at www.southpasadenaca.gov. The survey is also available through flyers located at all City counters. The deadline for survey submission is Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
The budget serves as a policy document, outlining fiscal priorities and providing a framework for financial decision-making. It ensures the continuation of core services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.
The budget process involves analysis of actual and projected fund balances, revenues, and expenditures. Each City department prepares detailed budgets, including recommended service levels and activity goals for the upcoming fiscal year. The Finance Department collaborates with other departments to project revenues accurately. Subsequently, the City Manager reviews departmental requests, aligns activities with City Council policies, and makes necessary adjustments. The Proposed Budget is then compiled and presented to the public on the website before being submitted to the City Council for final approval.
The City will also be conducting opportunities for further engagement and participation in the process. For any questions on the survey or the budget process, please contact the Finance Department at financedepartment@southpasadenaca.gov or call (626) 403-7250.
🌲South Pasadena residents: Recycle your holiday tree after the New Year!🌲
Athens services will be collecting holiday trees between January 2-16 at no cost to residents. To participate, please place your tree within your trash enclosure during these dates. Trees must have all ornaments are decorations removed.
This service is for real trees only. Artificial trees will not be accepted.
Residents are invited to learn more about the proposed changes to the Westside Reservoir – an essential water facility that stores drinking water and maintains pressure for thousands of South Pasadena homes. Join us to explore the major improvements, project timeline, and potential impacts to traffic and surrounding streets.
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St.
Residents are invited to learn more about the proposed changes to the Westside Reservoir – an essential water facility that stores drinking water and maintains pressure for thousands of South Pasadena homes. Join us to explore the major improvements, project timeline, and potential impacts to traffic and surrounding streets.
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Library Community Room, 1515 El Centro St.
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