City of Pasadena News

Villa Parke Youth Soccer a Finalist for Governor's Award

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:10:00 GMT

September 7, 2010 Media Contact Rozanne Adanto, director Villa Parke Community Center (626) 744 6522 A popular youth soccer program in Pasadena has been chosen by the California Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports to be a finalist for

“City Beat” Topics Include BearCat Armored Vehicle, Rose Bowl Stadium Renovation Plan

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:10:00 GMT

Topics on the latest edition of “City Beat” on KPAS and the Internet include the regional use of Pasadena’s Bearcat armored vehicle, most recently on Sept. 2 during a stand off in Monrovia, and an update on the Rose Bowl

Pasadena Police Looking for Hit-and-Run Suspect

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:15:00 GMT

The Pasadena Police Department is looking for Lucio Morales, AKA Martin Beltran, for felony hit and run. Morales is described as Hispanic, 5 feet 8 inches, approximately 160 pounds, with wavy black hair. Anyone with information about him is asked

After-school Recreation will be Offered Beginning Sept. 14

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:10:00 GMT

Youths will soon have 12 school playgrounds to choose from for their after school recreation and enrichment. Organized by the city of Pasadena Human Services and Recreation Department, the After School Playground program is a socially active experience that lets

Walk Around the Rose Bowl Loop Sept. 1

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:45:00 GMT

GET UP AND MOVING AROUND THE ROSE BOWL LOOP SEPT. 1 Pasadena City Councilman Steve Madison and representatives from Women at Work will lead a 3.3 mile walk around the Rose Bowl Loop at 7 30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1,

Upcoming City of Pasadena Events -- Aug. 30 to Sept. 2

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 21:30:00 GMT

All events are free unless otherwise noted all phone numbers are in the (626) area code. Through Aug. 31 August is Youth Month See the remaining activities at www.cityofpasadena.net reserve (click on Activity Category, then Youth Month Activities). 229 9750.

Changes in Northwest Programs Division Effective Sept. 3.

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 21:05:00 GMT

Beginning Friday, Sept. 3, the Northwest Programs Division of the Pasadena Planning and Development Department will move from Suite 201 at 236 W. Mountain St. to Suite 110 A and B in the same building. The office will be closed

Nationwide Food Recalls Linked to Salmonella

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:10:00 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Joy Guihama, 744 6050 or August 23, 2010 Statice Wilmore, 744 6051 PASADENA – The City of Pasadena Public Health Department cautions residents to be aware of two separate, nationwide food recalls of

Precautions Urged with Triple-Digit Hot Weather

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:00:00 GMT

August 24, 2010 Contact Lisa Derderian Pasadena Fire Department (626) 744 7276 (626) 945 5169 (cell) Joy Guihama Pasadena Public Health Department (626) 744 6050 With temperatures in the triple digits and expected to remain so

Public Health Director Appointed in Pasadena

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:40:00 GMT

August 24, 2010 Contact Steve Mermell City Manager’s Office (626) 744 6936 Pasadena City Manager Michael J. Beck has appointed Dr. Eric G. Walsh as the director of public health and public health officer for the city

Upcoming City of Pasadena Events - Aug. 21 to 31

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:15:00 GMT

All events are free unless otherwise noted phone numbers are in the (626) area code. Saturday, Aug. 21 11 a.m. – “Oh my darlin’, oh my darlin’, oh my daaaarlin’ Clementine…” People of all ages will tap their toes and

Upcoming City of Pasadena Events -- Aug. 14 to 21

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 08:55:00 GMT

All events are free. Saturday, Aug. 14 9 a.m. to noon – Experts in outdoor water conservation and efficient landscape irrigation will share their wisdom during the H2O Academy for residents at the Salvation Army Pasadena Tabernacle, 960 E. Walnut

Deputy Police Chief Vicino Chosen for Riverside Position

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:55:00 GMT

Pasadena Police Chief Phillip Sanchez joined Riverside Police Chief Sergio Diaz today in announcing that Pasadena Deputy Police Chief Christopher O. Vicino, 48, has accepted a position as the assistant chief of police for the Riverside Police Department. Vicino, a

District 6 Town Hall Meeting Includes Police Chief, PWP

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 12:35:00 GMT

Pasadena City Councilman Steve Madison will host a District 6 town hall meeting Wednesday, Aug. 11, from 6 30 to 8 p.m. in the Media Center at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Following a brief District 6 update by Madison, Police

“City Beat” Topics Include Pasadena City College, Public Employee Salaries

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:55:00 GMT

Topics on the latest edition of “City Beat” on KPAS and the Internet include an update on Pasadena City College and a discussion about public employee salaries in light of the Bell scandal. Moderator Ann Erdman is joined by PCC

Upcoming City of Pasadena Events -- Aug. 9 to 17

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

All events are free. Tuesday, Aug. 10 Please note that the community meeting about Pasadena’s next planning director has been moved to Aug. 17. Wednesday, Aug. 11 8 30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Congressman Adam Schiff hosts the Small

Salary Ranges are Online

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 10:15:00 GMT

For the past several years, salary ranges of Pasadena city employees have been available on the Human Resources Department page of the city website. To make it easier for anyone to find the information, an easy to remember shortcut link

Community Invited to Give Input on Planning Director Search

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:05:00 GMT

Pasadena residents, business owners and other stakeholders are invited to provide input on the search for Pasadena’s next planning director during a community meeting Tuesday, Aug. 17, from 6 30 to 8 30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, room S249

New Seating Enhances Charm of Hastings Butterfly Garden

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:10:00 GMT

Newly donated benches, a chair shaped like a butterfly and large boulders are enhancing the charm of the Butterfly Garden created in May at Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. The public is invited to enjoy the playful outdoor

Upcoming City of Pasadena Events -- July 30 to Aug. 10

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:35:00 GMT

All events are free unless other noted all phone numbers are in the (626) area code. Friday, July 30 7 30 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. – City of Pasadena administrative offices will be closed. However, you can pay water