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Mountain View News Saturday, August 31, 2024

San Marino Upcoming 
Events & Programming

Driver License Discrimination 
Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk

Rose Parade Mid-Performance 
Presented by Explore Louisiana

 
A measure authored by 
Senator Anthony Portantino 
(pictured), SB 1100, passed 
the Senate Floor Thursday. 
The bill, which is headed 
to the Governor’s desk, 
addresses discrimination 
against inviduals who do not 
have driver’s licenses and 
seek employment for a job 
that does not require driving. 
Under SB 1100, employers 
will no longer be able to 
require a driver’s lincense as 
a condition of employment. 

 “Requiring a driver’s license 
for employment instead of 
other forms of identification 
may result in systematic 
exclusion for a job that 
doesn’t require driving,” 
stated Senator Portantino. 
“SB 1100 will end this 
discrimination and create 
a more just and equitable 
system for Californians who 
don’t drive. It’s a sensible 
solution and I am hopeful to 
garner a signature from the 
Governor.”

 In California, the practice of 
requiring a driver’s license as 
a condition for employment, 
regardless of whether driving 
is a required aspect of the 
job, has become increasingly 
prevalent. This practice poses 
significant barriers for certain 
segments of the population, 
including young adults, the 
elderly, individuals with 
disabilities, and those who 
choose not to drive due to 
environmental concerns or 
personal preferences. It also 
disproportionately affects 
low-income individuals 
and communities of color, 
who may have less access to 
personal transportation or 
face higher rates of driver’s 
license suspensions due to 
unpaid fines or fees.

 This bill would make it 
an unlawful employment 
practice for an employer to 
include a statement in various 
employment materials that 
an applicant must have a 
driver’s license, unless the 
employer reasonably expects 
the duties of the position 
to require driving and the 
employer reasonably believes 
that satisfying that job 
function using an alternative 
form of transportation would 
not be comparable in travel 
time or cost to the employer.

 “SB 1100 will expand job 
opportunities for people 
who either choose to not 
drive or are unable to drive, 
who are disproportionately 
people of color and people 
with disabilities who already 
face significant barriers to 
employment and housing,” 
stated Kirsten Bladh, 
Associate Policy Director of 
Streets for All. “We thank 
Senator Portantino for 
authoring this important 
measure and hope it is signed 
into law.”


Happy Labor Day and Closures

 Wishing you a happy and restful Labor Day! Please note 
that in observance of the holiday, all City facilities, except for 
emergency services, will be closed on Monday, September 2. 
Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3. Enjoy 
your holiday weekend!

Draft Housing Element Available for Public Review

 Please be advised that the seven (7) day public review 
period for the City’s updated Fourth Draft of the 6th cycle 
the Housing Element (2021-2029) will conclude tomorrow, 
Friday, August 30, 2024 at 8 AM.

 The draft can be found by visiting: SanMarinoCA.gov/
HousingElement 

2024 Advisory Body Applications: Deadline Extended

 The City of San Marino is seeking passionate volunteers 
for the Recreation Commission and the Library Board 
of Trustees. Applications for the 2024 Advisory Body 
Recruitment are now due by 4:00 PM, September 16, 2024.

 Recreation Commission: 3 full member term vacancies

Library Board of Trustees: 1 alternate member term vacancy

 For questions or more information, please contact City 
Clerk Walker at CityClerk@SanMarinoCA.gov or call (626) 
300-0705. More information can be found on our website.

City Treasurer Application: Deadline Extended

 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. 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 
has been extended to Monday, October 7, at 4 PM.

Cultural Connections Storytime

Saturday, September 7 at 10:30 AM, Children’s Room

 Presented by the students of the Kind Reads and UniStar 
organizations, this community service event is dedicated 
to celebrating the life experiences, family traditions, and 
cultural heritage of our diverse community through the 
magic of stories. Children in grades K-3 and their families 
are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and crafts. Registration is 
not required.

Huntington Nurses Health Screening

Wednesday, September 11 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.

Puppy Love Dog PAW-ty

Saturday, September 14 at 9 AM, Lacy Park

 Cost: R: FREE / NR: $4

 Attention all dogs and their humans! You’re invited to a 
bark-tastic party at the Park! Watch your pup socialize 
and meet new furry pals while you chat with other dog 
enthusiasts. Enjoy doggy snacks, grab some goodie bags, 
participate in our exciting doggy costume contest, groove to 
music, and much more! Registration is not required.

Public Works Respond to Fallen Tree

 Last week, Public Works maintenance staff responded 
to an after-hours call out related to a large fallen public 
tree in the northwest area of the City. Public Works staff 
worked diligently to safely remove the tree from the 
roadway in a timely manner with minimal disruption to the 
neighborhood. The City wishes to recognize maintenance 
staff for their hard work to help keep the City safe!

Shrub Maintenance on Huntington Drive

 Recently, Public Works maintenance staff completed the 
trimming of existing and removal of dead oleander shrubs 
along the Huntington Drive between Granada Avenue and 
Los Robles Avenue. When overgrown, these shrubs can 
encroach into the traffic lane on Huntington Drive, which 
presents a traffic and public safety hazard. The trimming 
and removal of these shrubs helped improve both public 
safety as well as the aesthetic appearance of the City’s streets 
and right-of-way.

 

 
The Pasadena Tournament 
of Roses announced 
Wednesday the fourth 
consecutive Mid-Parade 
Performance presented 
by Explore Louisiana. The 
2025 float will showcase 
the state’s heart and soul, 
including rising country 
artist Timothy Wayne. The 
Mid-Parade Performance 
fulfills Louisiana’s promise 
to feed your soul and bring 
the music that defines its rich 
musical heritage.

 Louisiana will provide the 
mid-parade entertainment 
again in 2025, featuring 
rising country artist 
Timothy Wayne performing 
“Louisiana Saturday Night.” 
Wayne spent the summer 
touring with his uncle, 
Louisiana native Tim 
McGraw, and Carley Pearce 
on the Standing Room Only 
Tour. He signed with UMG 
Nashville earlier this year 
and has been working on 
his first studio project before 
returning to LSU for his 
junior year of college.

 Louisiana’s past floats have 
been celebrated for their 
creativity and artistry, and 
this year’s entry is set to 
be no different. The 2025 
float showcases a Louisiana 
alligator adorned with beads, 
carrying a Cajun dance hall 
and pots of boiled seafood 
on its back. Every element 
of the float vividly brings 
Louisiana’s story to life, 
emphasizing good music, 
good food, good friends and 
a joyful celebration.

 The Pasadena Tournament 
of Roses is a volunteer 
organization that hosts 
America’s New Year 
Celebration with the Rose 
Parade presented by Honda, 
the Rose Bowl Game 
presented by Prudential and 
a variety of accompanying 
events. The Association’s 
935 Members supply more 
than 80,000 volunteer hours, 
which will drive the success 
of the 136th Rose Parade, 
themed “Best Day Ever!,” 
on Wednesday, January 1, 
2025, followed by the College 
Football Playoff Quarterfinal 
at the 111th Rose Bowl Game 
presented by Prudential. 

 For more information Visit: 
tournamentofroses.com. 

 Performance to 
feature Louisiana’s 
own Timothy Wayne

Chorale Announces 2024-
2025 Concert Season

SPPD Reminds Drivers to 
Keep the Final Days of 
Summer Fun, Not Fatal

 The Pasadena Chorale 
is excited to announce its 
2024-2025 concert season. 
This expansive year features 
an extraordinary lineup of 
performances that highlight the 
richness of American choral 
music and showcase the talents 
of its 90-member ensemble. 
The season introduces the new 
SUNDAY SERIES, a set of 
intimate concerts at Altadena 
Community Church featuring a 
select group of 24 singers from 
the Chorale. Additionally, the 
full Chorale will be showcased 
in the WEDNESDAY SERIES, 
consisting of four major 
concerts that celebrate the 
diversity and vibrancy of 
American choral traditions. The 
Pasadena Chorale’s 2024-2025 
season will open with the first 
performance in its SUNDAY 
SERIES, Sonic Bloom, on Sept. 
9, 4pm at Altadena Community 
Church.

 “The Pasadena Chorale is 
growing, and that means more 
concert offerings and options. If 
you haven’t heard the Pasadena 
Chorale, there’s a lot to discover 
this year, ” said Founding 
Artistic & Executive Director 
Jeffrey Bernstein. “We’re 
proud to offer so many choral 
experiences at no cost to the 
community.”

2024-2025 SEASON – TWO 
CONCERT SERIES

SUNDAY SERIES: 24 Voices, 
Intimate Acoustics:

• Sonic Bloom | Sep 8, 2024

4pm, Altadena Community 
Church

A showcase of sumptuous vocal 
harmonies featuring works by 
Ysaye Barnwell, Samuel Barber, 
Elaine Hagenberg, and the 
premiere of Jeffrey Bernstein’s 
“Sinfonietta.”

• Twilight of the Year | Dec 14 
& 15, 2024

Sat 7:30pm & Sun 4pm, 
Altadena Community Church

Luscious choral music of the 
season.

• Rebirth | Mar 9, 2025

4pm, Altadena Community 
Church

An inspiring afternoon of 
sublime Renaissance choral 
music.

WEDNESDAY SERIES: 
Celebrating American 
Composers

Offering a deep exploration 
of American choral music, 
highlighting works by both 
well-known and emerging 
composers. The season will 
showcase the diversity and 
evolution of the American 
choral tradition, bringing to the 
forefront the voices of celebrated 
composers like Aaron Copland 
and Leonard Bernstein, 
alongside the innovative 
contributions of lesser-known 
talents.

• The Light of Hope Returning | 
Dec 4, 2024

7:30pm, First United Methodist 
Church Pasadena

Shawn Kirchner’s American 
oratorio with the composer at 
the piano.

• Sing America, Part One: I, Too 
| Feb 12, 2025

7:30pm, First United Methodist 
Church Pasadena

Exploring the American choral 
traditions with works by Jen 
Wang, Florence Price and 
Margaret Bonds.

• Listening to the Future | 
(Saturday) May 10, 2025

7pm, Neighborhood Unitarian 
Universalist Church

Showcasing new works 
composed by Pasadena area 
high school students, mentored 
by composer and Pasadena 
Chorale singing member Jen 
Wang.

• Sing America, Part Two: E 
Pluribus Unum | Jun 11, 2025

7:30pm, First United Methodist 
Church Pasadena

A grand finale featuring works 
by Aaron Copland, Leonard 
Bernstein, Randall Thompson, 
and diverse voices from today’s 
generation of American 
composers.

 The Pasadena Chorale, 
founded in 2009 by Jeffrey 
Bernstein, continues its 
mission to offer high-quality 
choral music and educational 
programs to the Pasadena 
community. The Chorale’s 
dedication to accessibility is 
evident in its “Listen First, Then 
Give” initiative, ensuring all 
performances are free and open 
to the public.

 The High Notes, Pasadena 
Chorale’s middle school choir, 
returns for its second season 
and will perform alongside the 
Chorale in Shawn Kirchner’s 
The Light of Hope Returning. 
This group has quickly become 
a community favorite, receiving 
a second year of funding from 
the Pasadena Community 
Foundation Arts & Culture 
Grant after a phenomenal 
inaugural year.

 Join the Pasadena Chorale 
in celebrating this milestone 
year with a season full of 
beautiful choral music and 
unforgettable performances. 
For more information, please 
visit the Chorale’s new website 
at pasadenachorale.org.

 As the end of summer 
approaches and families prepare 
for Labor Day celebrations, 
the South Pasadena Police 
Department reminds everyone 
to prioritize safety on the roads. 
Drivers are encouraged to make 
responsible choices behind the 
wheel by never driving under 
the influence of alcohol and/or 
drugs.

 “We want everyone to enjoy 
their end of summer travels and 
Labor Day festivities, but it’s 
imperative to do so responsibly,” 
Lieutenant Shannon Robledo 
of the South Pasadena Police 
Department said. “Driving 
under the influence not only 
puts your life at risk but also 
endangers everyone else on 
the road. Our goal is to reduce 
preventable crashes and save 
lives.”

 The South Pasadena Police 
Department offers the following 
tips to Go Safely:

Plan Ahead: If you know you’ll 
be drinking, arrange for a 
designated driver, use a ride-
sharing service, taxi or public 
transportation.

 Buckle Up: Wearing a seatbelt 
is one of the simplest ways to 
protect yourself in the event of 
a crash.

Stay Alert: Avoid distractions 
such as texting or eating while 
driving. Keep your focus on the 
road.

Follow Speed Limits: Speeding 
reduces your reaction time and 
increases the severity of crashes.

Watch for Pedestrians and 
Bicyclists: With more people 
enjoying outdoor activities, be 
extra vigilant and share the road 
responsibly.

Take Breaks: If you’re traveling 
long distances, take regular 
breaks to rest and avoid fatigue.

To help keep our community 
safe, the South Pasadena 
Police Department will have 
additional officers on patrol 
August 16 through Labor Day, 
September 2, looking for drivers 
suspected of driving under the 
influence of alcohol and/or 
drugs. The additional efforts to 
prevent impaired driving are 
part of a national enforcement 
campaign, Driver Sober or Get 
Pulled Over.

 The South Pasadena Police 
will hold a DUI Checkpoint 
Saturday, August 17, 2024, 
from 6:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. at an 
undisclosed location within the 
City of South Pasadena.

 According to the National 
Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 13,524 people 
were killed in drunk-driving 
crashes in 2022 — that’s one 
person every 39 minutes.

 While drunk driving is 
a significant traffic safety 
problem, driving while 
impaired is not just from 
alcohol. Prescription drugs, 
over-the-counter medications 
and cannabis products may 
also impair. If you plan on 
drinking or taking medications 
with a driving warning label, let 
someone who is sober drive. If 
you see someone who appears 
to be driving while impaired, 
call 9-1-1.

 Funding for this program is 
provided by a grant from the 
California Office of Traffic 
Safety, through the National 
Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration.


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