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Mountain View News Saturday, November 23, 2024

Tournament of Roses Adds 
Third Day to Float Viewing

Feedback Needed To 
Update City’s Local 
Hazard Mitigation Plan

San Marino Upcoming 
Events & Programming


Tree Lighting Ceremony & Mayor's Reception

 Home for the Holidays Tree Lighting Ceremony & Mayor's 
Reception is back again this year! Join us on Friday, December 
6 from 5 – 7 PM at the corner of Huntington Drive and San 
Marino Avenue to honor the 72-year legacy of the Holiday House 
Bus Shelter: A San Marino Tradition. There will be photos with 
Santa and Mrs. Claus, hot chocolate and tea, holiday cookies, 
festive selfie stations, and a kid’s craft table. The event is FREE and 
everyone is welcome! For any questions, call (626) 403-2200. More 
information can be found on our website.

Upcoming Holiday Closures

November 27 - 5 PM: Crowell Public Library Early Closure

November 28-29: All Facilities*

 *All facilities include City Hall, San Marino Community Center, 
Stoneman Building, and the Crowell Public Library.

Thanksgiving Fire Safety

 Thanksgiving is next week, and the San Marino Fire Department 
wants to encourage all San Marino residents to be fire safe in the 
kitchen. Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for home fires 
involving cooking equipment. Practice the following safety tips, 
that are available on the City website at www.SanMarinoCA.gov/
FireSafety, to ensure your family has a safe and happy holiday:

Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop so you 
can keep an eye on the food.

Stay in the home when cooking your turkey or any other food in 
the oven and check on it frequently.

Keep children away from the stove. The stove will be hot and kids 
should stay 3 feet away.

Make sure kids stay away from hot food and liquids. The steam or 
splash from vegetables, gravy or coffee could cause serious burns.

Keep the floor clear so you don't trip over kids, toys, pocketbooks 
or bags.

Keep knives out of the reach of children.

Be sure electric cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate 
warmer or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy 
reach of a child.

Keep matches and utility lighters out of the reach of children - up 
high in a locked cabinet.

Never leave children alone in a room with a lit candle.

Test your smoke alarms to ensure they are working.

Have activities that keep kids out of the kitchen during this busy 
time. Games, puzzles or books can keep them busy. Kids can get 
involved with recipes that can be done outside the kitchen.

Joyful Living Happy Life

Sunday, December 1 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 this month about the law of attraction, or the secret 
of being a magnet that attracts happiness and good fortune. 
Registration is not required.

Shop ‘till You Drop Holiday Shopping Shuttles to Ontario 
Mills, Ontario

Tuesday, December 10 from 10 AM – 5 PM

Cost: R: $8 / NR: $10 (non-refundable)

 Time to get all your holiday shopping out of the way! Active 
adults ages 55+ are invited to join us for a daytime shopping trip. 
Transportation is provided. Registration is required.

Senior Trip: San Antonio Winery Tour

Tuesday, February 11 from 10 AM – 3 PM

Cost: R: $74 / NR: $88

 Join us for a memorable trip to the historic San Antonio Winery, 
established in 1917. Guests will learn about the winemaking 
process, explore the beautiful estate, and taste some of their finest 
selections. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious 
newcomer, this tour promises an educational and enjoyable 
experience. The trip includes a delicious lunch with your choice of 
Meat Lasagna or Chicken of the Day with Pasta, dessert (Cannoli), 
a coffee station, and a glass of wine from their preselected options 
at the stationed bar host. Registration is required by January 9.

Annual Street Rehabilitation Project

 The City’s Annual Street Rehabilitation Project is currently 
ongoing. Ultimately, the project will resurface 26 streets 
throughout the City, in accordance with the City Council-adopted 
Pavement Management Plan. The first phase of the project involves 
substantial concrete work, including; removal and replacement 
of curb and gutter, cross gutter, and driveway approaches. 
Residents on impacted streets will be receiving notices from the 
City’s contractor, Onyx Paving, with additional details about the 
project timeline, what residents can expect during the project, and 
what the project’s impact to the neighborhood will be. Discover 
more details, including maps and schedules at: facebook.com/
CityofSanMarinoCA.

Meetings

Special Planning Commission Meeting

Monday, Nov 25 at 6:00 PM; City Hall Council Chambers and 
Zoom (Public Access)

For more information visit: cityofsanmarino.org.

 The City of Pasadena is in the process of updating its 2019 
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The purpose of the City’s 
LHMP is to identify goals, objectives, and mitigation strategies for 
reducing the impact of hazards such as earthquakes, wildfires, and 
flooding. If you live or work in the City of Pasadena, we would like 
your feedback to help us in the planning process.

What is a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan?

 The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is a document that outlines the 
City’s long-term strategy to eliminate risk to human life, property, 
and infrastructure from future natural and human-caused 
disasters. To ensure the plan stays current, FEMA requires the plan 
to be updated every 5 years. With our last plan adopted in 2019, 
we are actively working on our update. An up-to-date plan ensures 
that residents are prepared and the City remains eligible for federal 
mitigation funds.

The essential steps of hazard mitigation planning are:

- Identify and profile hazards that affect the local area.

- Identifying City capabilities that can assist in implementing 
mitigation projects.

- Analyze the people and facilities at risk from those hazards.

- Develop a mitigation strategy to lessen or reduce the impact of the 
profiled hazards.

- Implement the hazard mitigation actions and projects.

What can residents and community partners do to help?

 Federal regulations for mitigation plan approval require that 
stakeholders and the public are given opportunities to be involved 
in the plan’s development process. Input from community members 
can strengthen the content and outcomes of the mitigation plan. The 
public is represented by community members and organizations 
that have an interest in City projects and actions to mitigate hazards 
and save lives and property.

 To achieve our outreach objective, the City will post hazard 
mitigation plan progress and key documents on the following 
platforms:

City Website

Social Media Platforms

City Press Releases

Print materials at City Hall and Public Libraries

Develop and distribute a Hazard Mitigation Survey

Conduct Public Outreach Workshops

Present and adopt the plan at a City Council meeting.

The City will continue to update the LHMP website throughout the 
planning process and post updates on our social media platforms. 
To meet the needs of our community, all outreach material will be 
available in English, Spanish and Chinese to ensure participation 
from a majority of the City. If other languages are needed, 
accommodations can be made.

 Community input is an important part in ensuring our community 
is resilient after a disaster strikes. Please complete a short Hazard 
Mitigation Survey at: surveymonkey.com/r/23VS3MJ to share 
your insights on the threats most important to you and gauge our 
community’s level of preparedness.

 For questions or comments, contact the Pasadena Emergency 
Services Manager, Nallely Procopio at PreparedPasadena@
CityOfPasadena.net or (626) 744-7276.

 The Pasadena Tournament 
of Roses officials announced 
Tuesday that they are adding 
an additional day of Floatfest, 
post parade float viewing, three 
full days of up-close magic as 
fans immerse themselves in the 
artistry of the Rose Parade’s one-
of-a-kind floral masterpieces. 

 Floatfest will run from Jan. 1 
through Jan. 3, giving visitors 
even more time to experience 
the beauty, creativity and 
intricate details up close and 
celebrate the hard work and 
dedication of float builders and 
volunteers.

 The event includes live 
entertainment, food trucks, 
video wall, and a beer and wine 
garden with a full-service bar.

Floatfest is Located Sierra Madre 
and Washington Boulevards, 
Pasadena.

Tickets for Floatfest are available 
online at sharpseating.com.

 Admission: $25 (Free for 
children 5 and under.)

Tickets sold online only. No 
cash or credit sales onsite.

Early booking is encouraged.

Jan. 1, 2025: 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. 
(ticket sales end at 3:30 p.m., last 
entry at 4 p.m.)

Jan. 2, 2025: 7 – 9 a.m. (reserved 
for seniors and people with 
mobility disabilities)

Jan. 2, 2025: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
(ticket sales end at 3:30 p.m., last 
entry at 4 p.m.)

Jan. 3, 2025: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 
(ticket sales end at 2:30 p.m., last 
entry at 3 p.m.)

 Shuttles from two Pasadena 
locations are included with the 
purchase of Floatfest tickets; 
street parking near the event is 
extremely limited.

 For more information visit: 
tournamentofroses.com.

Pasadena Chorale Brings 
the Joy of the Season with 
Three Holiday Performances

 Pasadena Chorale, fresh 
from its recent national 
recognition as winner of the 
prestigious American Prize in 
Choral Performance, is thrilled 
to announce three festive 
performances this December, 
including two free concerts and 
one benefit event. Audiences 
are invited to join the award-
winning Chorale in celebrating 
the holiday season through 
inspiring choral music.

 The holiday celebration begins 
on December 4th with The 
Light of Hope Returning, a 
stirring American oratorio by 
celebrated composer Shawn 
Kirchner. Performed at First 
United Methodist Church in 
Pasadena, this concert will 
feature 90 singers accompanied 
by Kirchner himself at the 
piano. Kirchner’s oratorio brings 
together bluegrass, gospel, 
and contemporary classical 
styles for a heartfelt, uniquely 
American holiday experience. 
The Pasadena Chorale is excited 
to offer this special rendition 
of the work with the composer 
accompanying, and will release 
a recording of this version in 
early 2025. The performance 
begins at 7:30 p.m. and is free to 
attend, allowing everyone in the 
community to participate in the 
seasonal festivities (reservations 
are required).

 On December 14th and 
15th, the Chorale will present 
Twilight of the Year, an intimate 
concert featuring contemplative 
and heartwarming music of 
the season. Held at Altadena 
Community Church, this 
concert will feature 16 singers 
in the stunning acoustics of 
this beautiful church. Seating 
is limited, and it is encouraged 
to make your reservations 
early. The Saturday evening 
performance on December 
14th at 7:30 p.m. will be free of 
charge, (although reservations 
are required), while the Sunday 
matinee on December 15th at 
4 p.m. will be a benefit concert 
with tickets available for $25. 
Proceeds from the benefit 
concert will support Pasadena 
Chorale’s mission of offering 
free, high-quality concerts and 
educational programs to the 
Pasadena community.

 For more information about 
Pasadena Chorale, please visit 
pasadenachorale.org.

 

 

 
Pasadena Senior Center are 
saying let’s give thanks together 
on Thursday, Nov. 28, at noon at 
the Center at 85 E. Holly St.

 The Scott Pavilion will be 
decorated with Thanksgiving 
and autumn décor. Diners will 
enjoy a delicious, traditional 
Thanksgiving turkey feast with 
all the gobbling good trimmings 
in a fun and festive atmosphere 
with live music. Vegetarian 
options will be available.

 The cost for the luncheon 
is only $15 for members and 
$20 for non-members of all 
ages. To register, visit www.
pasadenaseniorcenter.org and 
click on Activities & Events, 
then Special Events or call 626-
795-4331. Tickets will not be 
available at the door.

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

Thanksgiving 
at Pasadena 
Senior Center


Mayor Gordo 
set for Holiday 

Tree Lighting

 Join Pasadena Mayor 
Victor Gordo for the Mayor’s 
Annual Holiday Tree Lighting 
Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 6 
at Pasadena City Hall. Bring 
family and friends to this free 
celebration featuring local 
singers and dancers, crafts 
for kids provided by Armory 
Center for the Arts, light 
refreshments by Starbucks, 
and a special appearance 
by jolly ol’ Santa Claus. 
Have your camera handy to 
capture some festive holiday 
moments at several photo 
stops available throughout the 
event courtesy of Pasadena 
Management Association and 
Oh! Snaptastic! Photo Booth 
by Girl Squad Media.

 Mayor Gordo will light the 
City’s official tree at 6 p.m., 
so come early for parking 
and a prime viewing spot at 
City Hall. Free parking will 
be available at the Central 
Library Parking Lot on a first-
come, first-served basis.

 If you have the means, 
please help the Pasadena 
Fire Department give local 
underserved children and 
teens a holiday to remember. 
Pasadena firefighters will be 
at the tree lighting ceremony 
collecting donations of new, 
unwrapped toys, sports 
equipment and gift cards for 
the annual Spark of Love Toy 
Drive.

 Live entertainment 
throughout the night will 
feature performances by 
Afterschool Adventures Cheer 
& Dance, Norma Coombs 
Choir, Rosebud Academy 
Choir, W.O.W.! On the Move, 
Outspoken Dance Company 
and Elements Dance Space

 The tree lighting will take 
place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Pasadena City Hall is located 
100 N. Garfield Ave. 

Joint Message from PUSD 
and the City of Pasadena

 
As partners united in service to our community, the Pasadena 
Unified School District, the City of Pasadena, and the Pasadena 
Police Department are committed to maintaining safe and 
welcoming spaces for everyone.

 We recognize that the recent election and some of the intense 
rhetoric surrounding it may be impacting individuals in our 
community. It’s important to reaffirm our shared commitment to 
safety and respect for all, regardless of race, immigration status, 
identity, or circumstance.

 Pasadena Unified schools are safe and protected spaces, 
with federal and state laws in place, along with long-standing 
policies and practices that ensure that our campuses are safe 
and welcoming places regardless of the immigration status or 
citizenship of our students and their families. We want to assure 
you that vital services such as school meal programs, teaching 
and learning, and arts, enrichment, and athletic programs 
continue uninterrupted and that our priority is the well-being 
and safety of all students. Support is available for students who 
may be feeling increased anxiety during this time, and we ask 
that you contact your school’s wellness center or mental health 
professionals if you have any concerns. The Los Angeles County 
Office of Education has also compiled resources that can be 
found here.

 The City of Pasadena is mindful of the need to ensure that 
residents should be able to call on essential City services 
without fear arising from their identity or status. The City of 
Pasadena adopted a policy in March 2017 that states that City 
employees must maintain the confidentiality of resident’s personal 
information (especially regarding immigration status, religion, 
sexual orientation, and ethnicity), provide services without 
discrimination, and are prohibited from assisting in federal 
immigration enforcement unless legally required.

 Our highest priority is the safety and well-being of students and 
employees in our schools, our residents and neighbors, workers, 
and visitors. We appreciate the respect, kindness, and sensitivity 
that so many of you are demonstrating to help us maintain a 
safe and supportive environment for children in our schools and 
everyone in our community.

 We encourage members of our community to reach out with any 
concerns.

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