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South Pasadena News and Updates

In an effort to promote environmentally sustainable transportation, City of South Pasadena has installed additional 196 bicycle parking spaces at various locations along the business districts, parks and schools. After multiple years of public outreach, the City, in coordination with ActiveSGV, was able to select the locations that best reflect the community’s interests and the …

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An estimated 2 million people in Los Angeles County suffer from food-insecurity issues on an ongoing basis. That vulnerable community is sure to swell because of pandemic-related economic losses in the months to come, but Los Angeles County is committed to preventing hunger and ensuring access to food for all residents. The County is currently …

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Assisting the South Pasadena Care Center manage the COVID-19 outbreak has been a top priority for staff. One of the biggest challenges has been securing additional supplies of PPE’s for the facility. Last Friday, Fire Department staff were informed that LA County Department of Health delivered 6,000 N-95 masks. In addition to the masks, gowns …

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The City’s Building Division has started taking Virtual Counter appointments for Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:30-5:00pm.  Staff has missed the one-on-one customer service we were able to provide at the Public Counter, so we are happy to reintroduce the Counter virtually!  Applicants can sign up for a time-slot to talk directly with the City’s Plan Checker, …

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The COVID-19 Crisis has made daily fire operations challenging to say the least. Part of that challenge is ensuring that our five probationary Firefighter Paramedics are receiving the training necessary to successfully complete probation. On average, 3-5 hours of training a day are required to successfully complete the 12 month probationary period. Most, if not …

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As South Pasadena residents continue to follow the current safer at home orders, the Fire Department encourages our residents to take precautions as temperatures are expected to increase. HEAT SAFETY TIPS: ·        Keep Hydrated; water is your best choice! ·        Wear lightweight, light-colored, and loose fitting clothing. ·        If you must be outdoors, seek shade, apply sunscreen, and …

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Thanks to Petco Foundation’s recent grant of $80,000 provided to the Care Centers, the fee to adopt a furry friend is currently waived. If you are interested in checking out some dogs and cats, visit their website to meet new furry friends digitally! Call to schedule an adoption meeting with Care Center staff at one of their locations.(The …

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