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South Pasadena News and Updates

The City of South Pasadena will begin work on the traffic signal fiber optic system on Monday, November 29, 2021. The improvements include the installation of various traffic signal system equipment, such as an emergency vehicle preemption system, communication pullbox, conduit, and fiber optic line. The project limits are Fair Oaks Avenue from Columbia Street to Huntington Drive, Huntington Drive from Fremont Avenue to Fletcher Avenue, Mission Street from Fair Oaks Avenue to Fremont Avenue, and Fremont Avenue from Huntington Drive to Alhambra Road (see below map). The construction activity may temporarily limit street parking at the listed locations.

If you have any questions or concerns about the project, please contact Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. at (626) 813-6693 or the City of South Pasadena at (626) 403-7240.

11/26/2021

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our neighbors in the City of South Pasadena. We are thankful to call this city home.

Thanksgiving is a day for family, food, and energy efficiency. As you cook, spend time with loved ones, and give thanks, unplug and stay present!

11/25/21

Additional officers from the South Pasadena Police Department will be out on patrol November 26, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

The South Pasadena Police Department remains committed to keeping the public safe when they are traveling.

The South Pasadena Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. Always follow directions for use and read warning labels about driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

If you plan on drinking or taking medications that may impact your ability to drive safely, plan on staying at home.

Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

11/23/21

Travel is likely to increase during the holiday break. The best protection is to be fully vaccinated before traveling. Encourage staff and families to stay local until everyone in their household is fully vaccinated. If they do choose to travel with unvaccinated family members, they should follow the LACDPH Travel Advisory and Guidance. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated who choose to travel must get tested and complete quarantine before joining any holiday gatherings or celebrations and before returning to work or school.

Travel information and resources:

11/23/21

Holy Family Church – St. Joseph Center located at 1524 Fremont Ave. (Northeast corner of Oak and Fremont) will be offering vaccinations and testing on 11/29, 12/06 from 7:30am-12:30pm and on 12/01, 12/08 from 8:00am-12:30pm.

The vaccines and test are available to the public, and 200 doses will be administered per date. Doses include Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J. Booster shots will also be available.

11/22/21

Head to the South Pasadena Library for our Annual Holiday Book Sale! The sale will include new and gently used high quality books across various categories. We will also be offering complimentary gift wrap while supplies last. These books will make the perfect Holiday gift for those who love to read.

11/19/21