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Free Electric Leaf Blower Demonstration September 15, 2021 9:00am – 1:00pm

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September 14, 2021

Think an electric leaf blower can’t handle it?

Test out an electric leaf blower yourself and be prepared to be blown away by the impressive power coming out of these low-noise, low-polluting machines! In preparation for the gas-powered leaf blower ban in South Pasadena, City staff have partnered with the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) to host a free in-person electric leaf blower demonstration in English and Spanish on September 15, 2021 at Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). All are welcome to stop by between 9am and 1pm to test out a variety of low-noise, low-polluting leaf blower models and brands to find the equipment best suited for your needs. Attendees will learn about the Air Quality Management District’s leaf blower incentive program that can save commercial gardeners up to 75% off on new electric equipment.

Spanish speakers are welcome and refreshments will be served. Face masks are required.

To learn more about environmental programs in the City, including the leaf blower ban, visit www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

Demostración de soplador de hojas eléctrico 15 de Septiembre de 2021 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Crees que un soplador de hojas eléctrico no puede manejarlo?

Pruebe usted mismo un soplador de hojas eléctrico y prepárese para dejarse llevar por la impresionante potencia que emanan de estas máquinas silenciosas y poco contaminantes. En preparación para la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas a gasolina en South Pasadena, el personal de la ciudad se ha asociado con la American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) para organizar una demostración gratuita en persona de sopladores de hojas eléctricos en inglés y español el 15 de septiembre de 2021 en Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). Todos están invitados a pasar entre las 9 a. M. Y la 1 p. M. Para probar una variedad de modelos y marcas de sopladores de hojas de bajo ruido y baja contaminación para encontrar el equipo que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades. Los asistentes aprenderán sobre el programa de incentivos de sopladores de hojas del Distrito de Gestión de la Calidad del Aire que puede ahorrar a los jardineros comerciales hasta un 75% de descuento en equipos eléctricos nuevos.

Los hispanohablantes son bienvenidos y se servirán refrigerios. Se requieren mascarillas faciales.

Para obtener más información sobre los programas ambientales en la ciudad, incluida la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas, visite www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

Free Electric Leaf Blower Demonstration September 15, 2021 9:00am – 1:00pm

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September 13, 2021

Think an electric leaf blower can’t handle it?

Test out an electric leaf blower yourself and be prepared to be blown away by the impressive power coming out of these low-noise, low-polluting machines! In preparation for the gas-powered leaf blower ban in South Pasadena, City staff have partnered with the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) to host a free in-person electric leaf blower demonstration in English and Spanish on September 15, 2021 at Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). All are welcome to stop by between 9am and 1pm to test out a variety of low-noise, low-polluting leaf blower models and brands to find the equipment best suited for your needs. Attendees will learn about the Air Quality Management District’s leaf blower incentive program that can save commercial gardeners up to 75% off on new electric equipment.

Spanish speakers are welcome and refreshments will be served. Face masks are required.

To learn more about environmental programs in the City, including the leaf blower ban, visit www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

Demostración de soplador de hojas eléctrico 15 de Septiembre de 2021 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Crees que un soplador de hojas eléctrico no puede manejarlo?

Pruebe usted mismo un soplador de hojas eléctrico y prepárese para dejarse llevar por la impresionante potencia que emanan de estas máquinas silenciosas y poco contaminantes. En preparación para la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas a gasolina en South Pasadena, el personal de la ciudad se ha asociado con la American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) para organizar una demostración gratuita en persona de sopladores de hojas eléctricos en inglés y español el 15 de septiembre de 2021 en Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). Todos están invitados a pasar entre las 9 a. M. Y la 1 p. M. Para probar una variedad de modelos y marcas de sopladores de hojas de bajo ruido y baja contaminación para encontrar el equipo que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades. Los asistentes aprenderán sobre el programa de incentivos de sopladores de hojas del Distrito de Gestión de la Calidad del Aire que puede ahorrar a los jardineros comerciales hasta un 75% de descuento en equipos eléctricos nuevos.

Los hispanohablantes son bienvenidos y se servirán refrigerios. Se requieren mascarillas faciales.

Para obtener más información sobre los programas ambientales en la ciudad, incluida la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas, visite www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

No-cost COVID-19 testing at local health centers and select pharmacies

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September 10, 2021

The COVID-19 testing sites on the LA County COVID-19 Testing website offer no-cost (free) testing.

U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) has also partnered with pharmacies and retail companies to accelerate testing for more Americans in communities across the country (HHS website)

These companies are coordinating with state and local governments to:

  • Provide Americans with faster, less invasive and more convenient testing
  • Protect healthcare personnel by eliminating direct-contact with symptomatic individuals
  • Expand testing to communities across the United States, especially those that are under-tested  and socially vulnerable

Please visit these companies’ websites to learn more about their efforts to provide timely and accessible COVID-19 testing or to schedule an appointment.

No-cost testing is available at local health centers and select pharmacies:

Other pertinent information and resources can be found on the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health COVID-19 webpage. 

Thank you for your ongoing efforts to protect the health and well-being of our South Pasadena and LA County residents!

Get Vaccinated Today!

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September 10, 2021

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health continues to offer vaccines at many different sites across the County to make it as easy as possible for eligible residents to get vaccinated. This week, there are 772 sites offering vaccinations including pharmacies, clinics, community sites, and hospitals and 312 sites where mobile teams are offering vaccinations, which are concentrated in higher-need, harder hit areas. Many sites are open on weekends and have evening hours and vaccinations can be obtained at many sites without an appointment. 

Public Health continues to improve access to COVID-19 vaccines with hundreds of community health workers providing local residents with information in multiple languages on available vaccination services in hard-hit communities and helping residents schedule appointments, arrange for transportation, and access additional support.  Mobile vaccine teams continue bringing vaccinations into the neighborhood places where people gather. Currently, there are vaccination sites set up at retail stores, parks, recreation centers, and many other gathering places all over the county to make getting vaccinated more convenient.

If there is a special event, organization or workplace where people may need to get vaccinated, you can request a mobile vaccination unit to provide vaccines. Public Health encourages you to visit the Find a Vaccination Provider page to request a visit at your workplace, organization, or special event from a mobile vaccination unit or other vaccination partners in the community to provide vaccines.

For more information about the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit VaccinateLACounty.com

2021 Election Information

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September 10, 2021

The California Gubernatorial Recall Election voting period for LA County ends September 14, 2021. You can register to vote or check your registration status by visiting the LA County Registrar Recorder website. If you have any questions about the Gubernatorial Recall Election, click here for an FAQ.


South Pasadena Vote Center
War Memorial Building
435 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena CA 91030
Hours: September 4 – September 13: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
September 14: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

9/10/2021

City Seeking Community Input During Strategic Planning Process Tonight at 7 PM

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September 9, 2021

The City of South Pasadena is revising its Strategic Plan and is seeking input from the community. The City is encouraging residents and stakeholders to play an integral role in developing a new community-wide strategic plan by participating in the public focus groups. 

The Strategic Planning process is intended to be a thought-provoking and comprehensive examination of the key issues confronting the community and identification of an agreed upon set of priorities which guides decision-making for the City Council.

To attend this meeting, click here for the zoom link.

Click Here, for more information and a schedule of dates.

9/9/2021

Free Electric Leaf Blower Demonstration September 15, 2021 9:00am – 1:00pm

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September 9, 2021

Think an electric leaf blower can’t handle it?

Test out an electric leaf blower yourself and be prepared to be blown away by the impressive power coming out of these low-noise, low-polluting machines! In preparation for the gas-powered leaf blower ban in South Pasadena, City staff have partnered with the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) to host a free in-person electric leaf blower demonstration in English and Spanish on September 15, 2021 at Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). All are welcome to stop by between 9am and 1pm to test out a variety of low-noise, low-polluting leaf blower models and brands to find the equipment best suited for your needs. Attendees will learn about the Air Quality Management District’s leaf blower incentive program that can save commercial gardeners up to 75% off on new electric equipment.

Spanish speakers are welcome and refreshments will be served. Face masks are required.

To learn more about environmental programs in the City, including the leaf blower ban, visit www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

Demostración de soplador de hojas eléctrico 15 de Septiembre de 2021 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Crees que un soplador de hojas eléctrico no puede manejarlo?

Pruebe usted mismo un soplador de hojas eléctrico y prepárese para dejarse llevar por la impresionante potencia que emanan de estas máquinas silenciosas y poco contaminantes. En preparación para la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas a gasolina en South Pasadena, el personal de la ciudad se ha asociado con la American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) para organizar una demostración gratuita en persona de sopladores de hojas eléctricos en inglés y español el 15 de septiembre de 2021 en Garfield Park (1000 Park Avenue). Todos están invitados a pasar entre las 9 a. M. Y la 1 p. M. Para probar una variedad de modelos y marcas de sopladores de hojas de bajo ruido y baja contaminación para encontrar el equipo que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades. Los asistentes aprenderán sobre el programa de incentivos de sopladores de hojas del Distrito de Gestión de la Calidad del Aire que puede ahorrar a los jardineros comerciales hasta un 75% de descuento en equipos eléctricos nuevos.

Los hispanohablantes son bienvenidos y se servirán refrigerios. Se requieren mascarillas faciales.

Para obtener más información sobre los programas ambientales en la ciudad, incluida la prohibición de los sopladores de hojas, visite www.southpasadenaca.gov/environmentalprograms.

Guidance on Isolation and Quarantine for COVID-19 Contact Tracing

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September 8, 2021

On September 1, 2021, the California Department of Public Health updated the Guidance on Isolation and Quarantine for COVID-19 Contact Tracing to state that for workplace exposures, facilities should follow the more conservative standards. For this reason, employees with workplace exposures should continue to follow the Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) Return to Work. This means that they cannot return to work for at least 10 days from when they were exposed. Please see the Return to Work section of the Responding to COVID-19 in the Workplace for more information on the Cal/OSHA requirements.

In addition, please see updated Best Practices to Prevent COVID-19 for the following Businesses and Employers:

Other pertinent information and resources can be found on the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health COVID-19 webpage. 

Thank you for your ongoing efforts to protect the health and well-being of Los Angeles County residents.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

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