Historic Preservation Commission

6 p.m.

Hale Building, Hearing Room

175 N. Garfield Ave.

On the agenda: Relocation of the historic Decker House, General Plan Update summary.

ARROYO EVENT NOTIFICATION:

8th Annual Rose Bowl Half Marathon, 5K & 10K
The Rose Bowl will host the 8th annual Rose Bowl Half Marathon, 5k & 10k, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sunday, February 15.

Noise: Amplified sound is expected between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Traffic: An estimated 1,800 participants and attendees will take part in the event. From 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., streets throughout course will be closed. The Arroyo Boulevard-West Extension roadway will be closed between approximately 6 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Arroyo Boulevard by way of Seco Street & Arroyo Drive will be closed between approximately 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Parking will be in lots B, F, & K.

Recreation: The Recreation Path will remain open at all times.
Event Hotline: (626) 397-4141

TRAFFIC & NOISE ALERT: 

Air + Style

The Rose Bowl Stadium will host Air + Style, an extreme sport two-day event with fashion, technology, art and music. The event will take place outside of the Stadium gates in Area H and Parking Lot F from 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 21 and from 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 22.

Air + Style features 32 of the world's best snowboarders and free skiers competing on a snow-covered 16-story high jump, twice as high as the Rose Bowl. There will be two stages featuring live music with a mix of indie, rock, hip hop, and DJ music on event days.

Traffic: The estimated attendance for Air + Style is 15,000-25,000 per day, and we do not expect major traffic congestion. All residents should expect to be able to come and go from their homes easily, as the traffic plan is not expected to be one-way in and one-way out like most major events.

Noise/Construction: The load-in and building of the event begins Monday, February 9 at 8 a.m. and includes the build-out of the snowboard ramp and stages. Workdays will run from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will continue until the event begins on February 21. Construction noise is expected, which will include the operation of trucks and fork lifts.

Noise During Event: Please expect noise levels during the hours of the event to be similar to that of Fan Fests, which occur prior to most major displacement events in Area H. Unlike the major concerts in 2014, the decibel level in the city's noise ordinance will not be waived for this event. The RBOC will have sound monitors throughout the area and event management personnel will respond to any concerns.

Recreation: Activities in the Arroyo, including the Aquatic Center and Kidspace, will not be closed during the build out or event activities.

Event Hotline: (626) 397-4141

Book sale at the Central Library today

From 9 a.m. to noon today, February 14, the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library is hosting its monthly book sale. The sale includes donated books--some are brand new, and others are gently used or old or rare. The selection changes every month. Prices range from 25 cents to $5 per book but most are priced at 50 cents for paperbacks and $2 for hardbacks. The Central Library is located at 285 E. Walnut St. The sales are held on the east patio, near the bookstore. 

SURVEY: 

The Pasadena Department of Public Works is updating and consolidating the City's public tree management practices, guidelines for tree protection and information on tree ordinances into one document. This document, the Urban Forestry Master Plan, will include a strategic vision to enable the City to set goals and objectives. As an initial step, the City has developed a 10-minute online survey to help its Urban Forestry staff gauge the public's opinions. The survey will be available until February 17.

Planning meeting to discuss new Landmark District in West Pasadena

Pasadena's Planning and Development Department announced a meeting at the San Rafael Library on Thursday, February 19, at 6 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a proposal to designate the portion of Glen Summer Road between Nithsdale and Melrose as a Landmark District. City planners will make a presentation about Landmark Designations and answer questions about its significance to homeowners.

Draft General Plan Update is now available for review and comment

The public has until March 24 to review and comment on the Draft General Plan Update and the associated Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). The Draft General Plan Update includes major revisions to the Land Use and Mobility elements, including the incorporation of several other previously independent optional elements and new goals to reflect progressive thinking in land-use management by demonstrating the link between land-use policies and mobility, historic preservation, urban design, sustainable infrastructure, community services and a number of other topics. The City plans to host two community Forums tentatively scheduled to occur on Thursday, February 19 and Saturday, February 21. Any individual or organization is welcome to attend these forums to gain an understanding of the environmental analysis that occurred and to provide comments on the methodology and conclusions within the report. Additional notification with event specific information will be provided as soon as it is available. The City expects the various City commissions to review of the Draft General Plan Update from February through June, and City Council to review them in July.

LACFCD releases PEIR for the Enhanced Watershed Management Program (EWMP) 

The Ultimate Guide to Valentine's Day

"Aside from the abundance of Valentine's Day dining options in our area, there are also a number of events like musical performances, walking tours, standup comedy shows, pop-up shops, DIY workshops, and art exhibits happening this week to make your Valentine's Day more special. 

There's no excuse not to treat your Valentine - or yourself!" Pasadena Now

Embattled city manager tries to restore faith in police and City Hall after massive embezzlement

"While city government reeled from the embezzlement revelations, which led to the arrest of Wooten and two others, some residents called for Beck's firing or resignation. Beck faces a sizeable task in convincing city leaders he should stay in his current job, especially now, as he faces not only fallout from the embezzlement but also low morale among staff, as well as outright anger from members of an understaffed Police Department who say they haven't seen adequate raises in seven years and are currently tamping down a bloody feud that's erupted between members of the Bloods and Crips gangs." Pasadena Weekly

Pasadena manager names new health officer

"After serving as the city's interim health officer for seven months, City Manager Michael Beck announced on Monday that Dr. Ying-Ying Goh has been appointed to the job permanently. Goh has worked as the department's medical director for programs and research, securing new grant funding and managing programs related to diabetes care management and childhood obesity prevention since 2011." Pasadena Weekly

Four confirmed measles cases in Pasadena

"Health Department officials have confirmed four cases of measles in Pasadena since the recent outbreak of the infectious disease, the city announced. The outbreak began in December when at least 40 people at Disneyland contracted the highly contagious disease." Pasadena Star-News

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City Hall, city services closed Monday for President's Day

"Pasadena residents and businesses are reminded that City Hall and many City services will be closed Monday, February 16, for Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays (observed)." Click the headline for specific closures, reminders and exceptions. Pasadena Now