City offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2020 in observance of a Federal holiday. We will resume service Tuesday, October 13, 2020.
Both the South Pasadena Police and Fire Departments will have staff available to assist the public. For non-emergency assistance, you may contact the Police Department at (626) 403-7270, while the Fire Department can be reached at (626) 403-7300
10/9/2020
Librarian Cindy Finder will lead the library’s first OCMS book discussion over Zoom on Tuesday, October 13, at 7:00 p.m. Join your neighbors in a discussion of the graphic novel March: Book Three by Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell. This best-selling and award-winning work brings the lessons of history to vivid life for a new generation, urgently relevant for today’s world. Sign up here to participate in this small group discussion. One City, Many Stories (OCMS) encourages the community to engage with the theme “Exploring Common Ground” through the lens of literature and discussion. Learn more at www.southpasadenaca.gov/ocms.
Cathy Billings
Library Director
10/9/2020
10/9/2020
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has released a series of videos with resources regarding COVID-19 for the American Sign Language (ASL) Community. To watch more of these videos, click on one of the following topics:
10/8/2020
The Library will partner with the Red Cross once again on a much needed blood drive in the Library Community Room on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. To schedule your life-saving appointment, please visit www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: SOPASLIB. On the day of your appointment, streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting www.RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions.
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Thank you for your generosity!
Cathy Billings
Library Director
10/7/2020
The following sectors are permitted to reopen:
As of October 1st, nail salons may reopen for indoor services, limited at 25 percent occupancy. Nail salons are encouraged to continue to offer services outdoors, where the air circulation is better and there is lower risk of disease transmission.
October 5th, cardrooms are permitted to reopen for outdoor gaming only; face coverings are to be worn at all times, unless patrons are in a designated outdoor dining area. Food and beverages may not be served at any gaming tables. Cardrooms should be in full compliance with the HOO order and protocols before re-opening.
Wednesday, October 7th, indoor shopping malls will be allowed to reopen at 25 percent maximum occupancy; all food courts and all common areas remain closed per the state order.
Outdoor playgrounds may reopen, at the approval and discretion of cities and the County Parks and Recreation Department. All parents and children age 2 and older who use playgrounds in the County must always wear a cloth face covering, there is no eating or drinking allowed at the playground, and parents are encouraged to monitor their children to ensure that they maintain a 6-foot physical distance from other children not in their households and that they take infection control procedures. Indoor playgrounds do remain closed. Exceptions are playgrounds located at childcare facilities.
Note: All operators of businesses that have recently been allowed to reopen are required to implement all Public Health protocols before reopening to ensure compliance and avoid citations, fines and possible closure. As a reminder, to help prevent a spike in cases as we have seen in the past following a reopening, please be sure to wear your face covering, practice safe social distancing and follow all Public Health Guidelines.
10/7/2020
Will the deposited ballots be picked up on a regular basis or will they all be picked up at 8 PM on election night?
The L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s staff will be collecting ballots every 72 hours starting October 5. As Election day nears, ballots will be collected every 24-hours.
Who will pick the ballots up?
L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s staff will collect ballots.
And…out of curiosity…what is the total number of registered voters in South Pasadena?
As of September 4, 2020 (the most recent report from L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s Office): 17,460 registered voters.
10/6/2020
VOTE CENTERS in South Pasadena for November 3, 2020 Election
(1) South Pasadena Public Library, Community Room. Address: 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena, CA 91030. Days/Hours of Operation: October 24-November 2: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Election Day, November 3: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
(2) War Memorial Building. Address: 435 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena, CA 91030. Days/Hours of Operation: October 30-November 2: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Election Day, November 3: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
(L.A. County: Vote Centers)
VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOT DROP BOX
(1) South Pasadena City Hall. Address 1414 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030. Days/Hours of Operation: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. (L.A. County: VBM Ballot Drop Boxes)
Ballots dropped off in the Ballot Drop Box will be collected by L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk staff members every 72 hours starting October 5. On Election Day, ALL Drop Boxes will be locked at 8 p.m.
Ballot Tracking: Voters may track their VBM Ballot every step of the way. Please visit the following link for more information: wheresmyballot.sos.ca.gov
INTERACTIVE SAMPLE BALLOT
The Interactive Sample Ballot is an optional tool, from the County, that allows voters to access, review and mark their selections prior to going to a Vote Center. The Interactive Sample Ballot is not online voting and does not store any identifiable information, once you access your Sample Ballot all of your selections are saved on your phone, computer or personal device. Please visit the following link for more information: https://www.lavote.net/isb
Maria Ayala
Chief City Clerk
10/6/2020
Has staying home all day increased your electricity bills?? It’s time to see what you can do to save some energy (and water!) at home. Through the San Gabriel Valley Energy Wise Partnership (SGVEWP), South Pasadena residents are eligible to receive FREE virtual energy assessments. The energy assessments will also take a quick look at your water use and provide residents with the following:
It’s EASY to sign up! Just visit the SGVEWP website at www.sgvenergywise.org/easy to schedule your 30 minute appointment online. To ensure your safety, energy assessments will be conducted over Zoom. Assessments are offered in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Sign up today to start saving!
10/6/2020
All Los Angeles County Voters are encouraged to vote by mail to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The County will mail all registered voters a ballot. Vote by Mail ballots begin mailing October 5. It is important your information is correct, if you’ve recently moved or changed any information, please visit LAVote.net to receive your ballot. You can always check your registration status with Registration Status Tool!
WHAT CAN I DO IF I DON’T RECEIVE MY VOTE BY MAIL BALLOT?
• LA County will begin mailing ballots October 5 – please allow some time for it to arrive.
• Subscribe toWhere’s My Ballot to track your ballot every step of the way and receive an estimated arrival date.
• Request options: Contact the Registrar’s office by calling (800) 815-2666, or emailing votebymail@rrcc.lacounty.gov with your full name, date of birth, and address.
• Request a replacement ballot LAVote.net
• The deadline to request a replacement is October 27.
10/6/2020
City Hall Scoop 