Development News for South Pasadena, California

Public Safety Concerns Raised at Oak/Diamond and Meridian/Hope Intersections; Council Acknowledges Resident Input

During the regular City Council meeting, Larry Eckholm and Jorge Gordizola spoke during public comment regarding traffic safety concerns at specific intersections. Eckholm requested a stop sign at Oak and Diamond due to high-speed traffic. Gordizola highlighted the failure of the existing crosswalk at Meridian and Hope to slow traffic and requested a three-way stop and removal of parking to improve sightlines. Council acknowledged these concerns, noting that public comment is taken into consideration.

South Pasadena Council Approves Option 2A for Fremont Corridor Improvements, Including Dedicated Bike Lanes and Roundabouts

The City Council considered and approved design alternatives for the Huntington Drive and Fremont Avenue corridor improvement project, focusing on Fremont Avenue. After extensive discussion and public comment, the council voted to approve Option 2A for most segments of Fremont Avenue, which includes a dedicated cycle track separated from vehicular traffic by a concrete barrier. Option 2 was approved for Segment 1 due to its narrower width. The council also approved the proposed roundabout designs at Fremont Avenue and Hope Street, and Fremont Avenue and Oxley Street. This decision aims to improve safety and multimodal transportation along these key corridors, despite concerns raised about parking impacts, tree removal, and potential conflicts in shared use areas.

South Pasadena Council Approves Pursuit of Grant Funding for Electric Public Works Vehicles

The City Council discussed and approved the pursuit of grant funding for the purchase of two electric vehicles for the Public Works Department. The South Coast AQMD's Electrification program offers to offset 50% of the cost, with a city match required. The proposed vehicles are a Class III sewer maintenance truck from Voltu and a Class IV water department vehicle from Evo Electric. The grant application deadline is June 30th, 2026. The city's contribution for both vehicles, after the grant, would be approximately $225,338.

South Pasadena City Council Holds Closed Session; No Reportable Action

The City Council met in closed session on June 3rd, 2026, to discuss matters listed on the agenda. After the closed session, the City Attorney reported that there was no reportable action taken. The council also acknowledged receipt of public comments throughout the study session and regular meeting, particularly concerning the Fremont corridor improvement project.