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ALTADENA - SOUTH PASADENA - SAN MARINO

Mountain View News Saturday, August 10, 2024

L.A. County Supervisors 
Designate Altadena House 
as Historic Landmark

Pasadena Public Health Dept. 
COVID Vaccine Information

San Marino Upcoming 
Events & Programming

 Data gathered by the 
Pasadena Public Health 
Department (“PPHD”) and 
other local jurisdictions 
in the Los Angeles region 
show that COVID-19 cases 
have increased since the 
middle of May. Manuel 
Carmona, Acting Director 
of Public Health, and the 
department continue to 
monitor LA County and 
Pasadena COVID-19 cases. 
To protect against serious 
illness, community members 
should ensure they are up 
to date on their COVID-19 
vaccinations, and assess their 
own risk to take measures 
accordingly.

 Staying up to date on 
COVID-19 vaccines remains 
the most effective preventive 
measure residents can take to 
protect against serious illness. 
The Centers for Disease 
Control and Prevention 
(“CDC”) recommends 
everyone ages 6 months and 
older, including those who 
are fully vaccinated, receive 
an updated 2024-2025 
COVID-19 vaccine. Updated 
COVID-19 vaccines are 
expected to be available in 
fall 2024.

 Due to the commercialization 
of COVID-19 vaccines and 
treatment, most residents 
can get no-cost updated 
COVID-19 and flu vaccines 
through their private health 
insurance, Medicare, and 
Medi-Cal health insurance 
plans. The Pasadena 
Public Health Department 
continues to offer no-cost 
COVID-19 vaccines to 
uninsured and underinsured 
children through the CDC 
Vaccines for Children 
(“VFC”) Program.

 The CDC Bridge Access 
Program provides no-cost 
COVID-19 vaccines to adults 
without health insurance and 
adults whose insurance does 
not cover all COVID-19 
vaccine costs. The Bridge 
Access Program is expected 
to end in August 2024 so 
this month may be the final 
opportunity for uninsured 
and underinsured adults to 
get a no-cost COVID-19 
vaccine at the Pasadena 
Public Health Department 
and participating healthcare 
providers, federally qualified 
health centers, and pharmacy 
locations.

 Basic precautions reduce 
the risk of spreading illness. 
Cover your mouth and 
nose with a tissue when you 
cough or sneeze. Throw used 
tissues in the trash and wash 
your hands with soap and 
water or sanitize. If you don’t 
have a tissue, cough or sneeze 
into your elbow, not your 
hands. Cleaning frequently 
touched surfaces can also 
help protect community 
members and others from 
COVID-19. Wearing a 
mask and putting distance 
between yourself and others 
can help lower the risk of 
COVID-19 transmission. 
Consider taking a test if you 
have symptoms consistent 
with COVID-19 infection. 
If you test positive, call your 
doctor to discuss treatment 
options. If you have been 
in contact with someone 
with COVID-19, take a 
COVID-19 test 2-3 days after 
exposure, and take measures 
to reduce risk to others while 
waiting to test.

Back to School First Aid and Safety Preparedness Workshop

 Join our workshop next Wednesday, August 14, from 6-7:30 PM, 
and become a hero in school and beyond. Open to all community 
members, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and 
confidence to handle any emergency. To enroll, contact us at Fire@
SanMarinoCA.gov or call (626) 300-0735.

Workshop Highlights:

• CPR and AED Training*: Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation 
techniques and how to use an automated external defibrillator 
(AED) to save lives.

• First Aid Basics*: Understand how to assess and respond to 
injuries, burns, fractures, and other common emergencies 
through interactive, hands-on activities.

• Fire Prevention: Learn fire safety measures, including fire 
extinguisher usage, to prevent and respond to fire incidents 
effectively.

• Utility Management: Safely handle gas leaks, power outages, and 
water disruptions by knowing where and how to operate utility 
shutoffs and electrical panels

*The Fire Department is not able to provide First Aid/CPR/AED 
certification. Visit: redcross.org to find local certification courses.

City Treasurer - Volunteer Position Available

 The City of San Marino seeks to fill an opening for City Treasurer. 
The City Treasurer, in collaboration with the Finance Director, 
oversees the City’s investments and advises the City Council. 
Knowledge of the collection and accounting of municipal funds 
is essential. Appointment of the position will be made by the San 
Marino City Council and is for a four (4) year term of office. San 
Marino residency is required. Interested persons should visit the 
City’s website or contact the City Clerk for additional information 
and application materials. The deadline to submit an application 
is Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

Fall Community Services Guide

 Check out the latest Community Services Guide to see Fall 
offerings and get details on upcoming events, classes, and lectures. 
Registration begins on August 12 for residents and August 19 for 
non-residents.

Huntington Nurses Health Screening

Wednesday, August 14 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM, Barth Community 
Room

 The Huntington Nurses offer free blood pressure and glucose 
screenings. Please plan to fast 2 hours prior to having glucose 
checked. These blood pressure and glucose evaluations can lead to 
prevention and early detection of the “silent killer” diseases such 
as hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes. Health screenings 
will be held every second Wednesday of the month. Registration 
is not required.

Health & Wellness Talk: Peripheral Neuropathy

Wednesday, August 14 at 1 PM, Barth Community Room

 Peripheral neuropathy is a multifaceted neurological disorder 
characterized by damage or dysfunction of the nerves outside 
the brain and spinal cord. It manifests through a diverse array 
of symptoms, including numbness, tingling, pain, and muscle 
weakness, which can significantly impact an individual’s quality 
of life. As we delve into this topic, Bhavesh Trikamji, MD will 
unravel the complexities of its causes, explore the diverse array 
of symptoms it produces, and discuss the current landscape of 
diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Join us in gaining a deeper 
understanding of peripheral neuropathy and its far-reaching 
implications on individuals’ wellbeing. Registration is not 
required.

Joyful Living Happy Life

Sunday, August 18 from 2:00 – 4:30 PM, Barth Community Room

 This workshop gives you tools to face challenges in the workplace, 
social life, and family life. Join the Unified Charity Foundation 
as they talk about the customs and traditions in a new land and 
how to remove cultural obstacles to prosperity. Registration is not 
required.

Summer Concert on August 17

 The Old Mill Foundation is excited to host their final summer 
concert, Rich Hinman vs. Adam Levy, on Saturday, August 17th. 
Gates open at 7 PM and music starts at 8 PM. Members $30/ticket, 
non-members $40/ticket. Purchase your tickets at the Old Mill 
Tuesday to Sunday between 11-2 PM, or online.

Taste of San Marino: Mari Vees

Wednesday, August 21 at 9 AM

Cost: R: $16 / NR: $19 (non-refundable)

 Calling all active adults ages 55+! Join us as we discover what 
San Marino restaurants have to offer! Next in this series, we visit 
Mari Vees located at 2150 Huntington Drive. Diners will enjoy 
one pancake, one egg, one piece of bacon, country potatoes, toast, 
and a drink (coffee, tea, or orange juice). Participants are required 
to meet at Mari Vees; transportation is not provided. Registration 
is required.

Meetings

Design Review Committee

Wednesday, August 21 at 6:00 PM; Barth Room and Zoom

 
The Los Angeles County 
Board of Supervisors voted 
unanimously Tuesday to 
designate the Henry Dart 
Greene House in Altadena as a 
County landmark. 

 Located at 1405 La Solana Drive 
in Altadena, the house was home 
to its renowned architect, Henry 
Mather Greene, who lived in the 
residence he designed until his 
death in the 1950s. 

 Greene was an American 
architect who achieved 
international acclaim in 1952 
when he received special 
recognition from the American 
Institute of Architects for his 
work. He spent his career 
working alongside his brother, 
Charles Sumner Greene, at the 
legendary Greene and Greene 
architecture firm in Pasadena. 
The firm was established in 
1894 and is known for designing 
Craftsman bungalows. 

 “Declaring this special house 
as a County landmark is a way 
to celebrate and preserve the 
rich architectural history that 
makes Altadena unique,” said 
Supervisor Kathryn Barger. 
“I want to ensure future 
generations see and appreciate 
Altadena’s history and diversity. 
The Greene home is a local jewel 
that deserves to be protected.”

 The house was completed in 
1926 and has had no alterations 
that have impacted its historical 
integrity. It is designed in a 
Mediterranean Revival Style, 
which is based on the design 
elements of historic architecture 
from Spain and Italy as well 
as the California missions. 
Common features of this style 
include white plastered walls, 
red clay tiled roofs, arches, and 
enclosed patios. 

 Landmark designation will 
guarantee the protection and 
preservation of the Henry Dart 
Greene House in perpetuity. 

 
The Pasadena Police Department 
Baker to Vegas (B2V) team 
announced Wednesday that 
they are the winner of the 
Challenge Cup Relay Race 
National Art Competition. 
The B2V Team worked 
diligently with City of Pasadena 
resident graphic designer, 
Sonia Rodriguez to create a 
design that was representative 
of this longstanding athletic 
organization. The winning red, 
white, and blue vintage inspired 
design will be featured on the 
official Baker to Vegas T-Shirt 
and marketing materials. In 
addition, the B2V Team was 
awarded a $500 prize applicable 
towards their 2025 entry fee.

 Each year, the Pasadena Police 
Department takes part in this 
arduous law enforcement 
running tradition. This year’s 
race will be held on April 5 
through 6, 2025.

 Over 6,000 runners compete in 
various categories and descend 
upon the desert communities 
of Baker and Shoshone to 
participate. Runners take off 
from the starting point on 
Highway 127, following the 
desert roadway over Ibex Pass 
to Shoshone, runners turn right 
along Highway 178 and climb 
the mountains to Pahrump. 
Another right turn onto 
Highway 160 takes runners up 
to Mountain springs Summit 
(elevation 5,600 ft.), and straight 
down to the Las Vegas strip, 
where the runners sprint to the 
finish line.

 One team composed of 20 of 
Pasadena’s finest will compete in 
next year’s 120-mile relay race.

 Winners of this race will be 
announced on Sunday, April 7, 
2025.

 For more information visit 
CityOfPasadena.net.

Pasadena 
Police 
B2V Wins 
National Art 
Competition

First Pasadena Quarterly 
Sales Tax Newsletter Online

 Acting Assistant City Manager 
and Director of Finance, 
Matthew Hawkesworth, 
reported the City received its 
First Quarter 2024 (January - 
March) sales tax data and the 
attached newsletter provides 
high level and categorical 
results. While the last few 
quarters have realized no year-
over-year growth or even a 
slight decline, the first quarter 
realized growth of 2.5% on an 
adjusted basis.

 Restaurants and hotels as 
a category were up, driven 
by growth in the leisure-
entertainment sector, which 
more than offset a decline in 
casual dining. New car sales 
were up slightly; however, the 
overall autos-transportation 
sector was down slightly. Both 
the County of Los Angeles and 
the state-wide total reflected 
minor declines showing that 
Pasadena outperformed both.

 General consumer goods had 
a strong quarter boosted by 
family apparel, department 
stores, and home furnishings. 
Despite fluctuating crude oil 
prices, service station revenues 
had modest gains.

 Measure I tax returns reflected a 
decline in revenue of 1.1%. The 
autos-transportation category 
realized a decline in Measure I 
tax due to fewer new car sales to 
Pasadena residents, despite their 
overall sales growth.

 The newsletter can be found 
at: cityofpasadena.net/city-
manager.

Free Concert 
Series at the 
Senior Center

 The popular free summer 
concert series for all ages hosted 
by the Pasadena Senior Center 
is set to showcase the talents 
of a variety of professional 
musical groups that range from 
jazz to big band to blues and 
more Aug. 13 to Sept. 2, from 5 
to 7 p.m.

 Three of the four free concerts 
will be performed on the 
center’s spacious, tree-shaded 
patio and the fourth, a Labor 
Day event, will be in the Scott 
Pavilion. Get up on your feet, 
dance or simply sway in your 
chair or tap your toes to the 
music.

 Each group will perform two 
sets so people can come to the 
first performance, the second 
performance or both.

 Bring your own snacks, 
beverages and/or a picnic 
dinner for the perfect summer 
experience with family and 
friends of all ages. Neither 
residency in Pasadena nor 
membership in the Pasadena 
Senior Center are required.

· Tuesday, Aug. 13 – JazzZone 
will perform sizzling, hot/cool 
jazz in the signature style of this 
beloved local band.

· Tuesday, Aug. 20 – The Tokens 
became famous for their top 
40 hits in the 1960s such as 
“The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” 
“Tonight I Fell in Love,” “I Hear 
Trumpets Blow” and “Portrait 
of My Love.” Now the second 
and third generations of the 
original Tokens members bring 
the group’s legacy back to life.

· Tuesday, Aug. 27 – The 
Susie Hansen Latin Band will 
perform fiery jazz and salsa that 
make this band an audience 
favorite.

· Monday, Sept. 2 – For this 
Labor Day concert, The Great 
American Swing Band will 
feature the sounds of big band, 
R&B, jazz and Dixieland.

 As a donor-supported 
nonprofit, the center operates 
without any local, state or 
federal funding and provides 
more services to older adults in 
the San Gabriel Valley than any 
other organization. Hours of 
operation are Monday through 
Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 
p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. 
to noon. 

 The Pasadena Senior Center is 
located 85 E. Holly Street.

 To learn more, visit: 
pasadenaseniorcenter.org or 
call 626-795-4331.

Annual 

Taste of ‘Dena 
Returns 

to Altadena

 

 

 Get ready for an 
unforgettable evening of 
culinary delights, soulful 
melodies, and community 
spirit as the Altadena Library 
Foundation proudly presents 
the Taste of ‘Dena on Saturday, 
Sept. 28. 

 Back for its seventh year, Taste 
of ‘Dena is the foundation’s 
annual fundraising event to 
celebrate the Altadena Library 
District. And this year, the 
Foundation is pleased to honor 
the lifetime achievements of 
Mr. William J. and Mrs. Brenda 
L. Galloway for their decades 
of service to the community 
and legacy of commitment to 
education. 

 Event guests will enjoy an 
unforgettable evening of 
delicious food, smooth wines, 
live music, and a silent auction 
in support of the Altadena 
Library District, a 98-year-old 
institution dedicated to bringing 
people and ideas together. 

 The event starts at 6 p.m. at the 
Altadena Main Library, 600 E. 
Mariposa Ave. Become an event 
sponsor or purchase tickets at; 
AltadenaLibrary Foundation.
org.


Free E-Waste 
Recycling 
Event Aug. 17

Pasadena residents can safely 
dispose of electronics at the 
city’s popular free e-waste 
event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on 
Saturday, August 17. The event 
will be held in Parking Lot I 
outside the Rose Bowl Stadium 
near Brookside Park, 360 North 
Arroyo Blvd. To maintain safety, 
only cars may enter - no walk-
ups. The duration of the event is 
subject to truck capacity.

 E-waste items include 
computers, keyboards, printers, 
monitors, laptops, docking 
stations, scanners, shredders, 
fax machines, computer mice, 
telephones, televisions, flat 
screens, VCRs, DVD players, 
PDAs, cassette players, tape 
drives, stereos. Household 
batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, 
and LED light bulbs are also 
accepted. These items should 
never be disposed of in your 
trash or recycling containers.

 Public Works is also helping 
residents prevent identity 
theft by providing free paper 
shredding during the event. The 
public can bring a maximum 
of three (3) legal-size boxes for 
shredding. Sensitive documents 
such as receipts, checks, pre-
approved credit applications, 
credit card statements, outdated 
tax returns, pre-printed 
envelopes, return address labels 
and business cards are items that 
can be shredded. Please remove 
documents from ring binders 
and bulldog/binder clips.

 This event is open to Pasadena 
residents For more information, 
call (626) 744-7311 or email 
recycle@cityofpasadena.net.

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