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Pasadena Pops Announce2026 Summer Concert Series 

Mountain View News Saturday, June 6, 2026 

Ordinance 
Workshop

 Whether you’re a renter,
a landlord, or just curiousabout how housing 
protections work in 
Pasadena, the City’s Rent 
Stabilization Department(RSD) is hosting a freeworkshop to walk youthrough the basics. TheJune workshop will providean overview of Pasadena’s 
Rent Stabilization 
Ordinance, established byCharter Article XVIII, and 
what it means for renters 
and landlords in the city.

 The workshop will take 
place on Tuesday at 6 PMat the Los Robles Building,
located at 199 S. Los Robles 
Ave., Conference Room 1 
FL. Participants may attendin person or virtually viaZoom by visiting Bit.ly/
MonthlyRSDWorkshops.
The session will cover: 

-What is Rent Stabilization? 
An overview of Charter 
Article XVIII, which was 
established by Pasadena 
voters in December 2022 
and created the city’s rentstabilization and just-causeeviction protections. 
-Annual General 
Adjustment (AGA): Howannual rent increases are 
set, what the current rate 
is, and what landlords 
are required to do beforeraising rent. 
-Just Cause Evictions: 
The legally valid reasons alandlord may end a tenancy,
and the protectionstenants have against unjustevictions. 
-Relocation Assistance: 
What no-fault evictions 
trigger relocation 
assistance requirementsand how those paymentsare determined. 
-Petitions and Hearings:
How tenants and landlords 
can formally petition thePasadena Rental HousingBoard when disputes arise. 
-Rental Registration: 
What the registration 
requirement means for 
property owners and thecurrent state of compliancein Pasadena. 
-This workshop is ideal foranyone who wants to betterunderstand Pasadena’s rent 
stabilization framework 
and how it affects renters 
and property owners 
across the city. RSD staffwill be available followingthe presentation to answerquestions and connect 
attendees with resources. 
Metered street parking isavailable on Euclid Ave. and 
Los Robles Ave. Additional 
unvalidated parking is 
available in the garagebelow the Rent Stabilization 
Department building(entrance on Cordova St.)
and at the Paseo parkinglot (300 E. Colorado 
Blvd., main entrance on 
Green St.). Please note:
Rent Stabilization staff are 
unable to validate parkingfor either location.

 For more information,
visit the Rent Stabilization 
Department website or 
contact RentStabilization@
CityofPasadena.net. 

City to Host Pride Month Celebration 


The City of Pasadena’s Parks,
Recreation and CommunityServices (PRCS) Department 
invites the community to 
celebrate and support Pasadena’sdiverse LGBTQIA+ communityat the 5th Annual Pasadena 
Pride Month Celebration on 
Saturday, June 13 from 6 to 9

p.m. at Pasadena City Hall, 100
N. Garfield Ave. 
This free, family-friendlyevent will feature an eveningof entertainment, communityconnection, and celebration inthe heart of Pasadena. Enjoylive performances by singer-
songwriter Virr and local dragicons presented by 2 Hot 2Handle, featuring Rock M. 
Sakura. Attendees can also enjoyarts-and-crafts activities, dancecontests, inflatables, and a photoopportunity organized by GirlSquad Media.

 “Pasadena Pride brings ourcommunity together to honorand support our LGBTQIA+
neighbors, friends, and familymembers while creating a space 

Pasadena 
Police Honors 
RetiringK-9 Edo

 The Pasadena Police 
Department recognizes the 
retirement of K-9 Edo after more 
than seven years of dedicated 
service and welcomes its newest 
K-9 team member, Seeka, whois currently training to continuethe department’s mission of 
protecting and serving the 
Pasadena community.

 K-9 Edo officially retired onMay 4, 2026. Paired with OfficerDaniel Velasquez in March 2019,
Edo began his law enforcementcareer after transitioning from amilitary assignment with ArmySpecial Forces. Recognizing his 
potential as a police service dog,
the Pasadena Police Departmentselected Edo, beginning a 
remarkable partnership that 
would leave a lasting impact 
on the department and the 
community.
Throughout his career, Edo 
demonstrated exceptional skill,
loyalty, and dedication. His 
accomplishments include:
47 Community Service Events338 Deploy ments15 Suspect Give-Ups4 Suspect ApprehensionsMore than $300,000 in SeizedCurrency“Edo’s contributions to the 
Pasadena Police Departmentextend far beyond statistics,” said 
Chief Gene Harris. “He served 
with courage, professionalism,
and unwavering dedication. 
We are grateful for his yearsof service alongside Officer 
Velasquez and wish him a happyand well-deserved retirement.”

 As the department bids farewellto Edo, it is excited to introduceK-9 Seeka, a one-and-a-half


where everyone feels welcomeandvalued,”saidKokoPanossian,
Director of Pasadena Parks,
Recreation and CommunityServices Department. “We areexcited to host this celebration 
and invite the community to joinus for an evening of connection,
joy, and pride.”

 Famous, unknown 
underground photographerGilbert B. Weingourt will have aphoto display titled “Life, Liberty 
and the Pursuit of Happiness,” 
featuring participants and 
artistic representations of theirjoy in Pride.

 Guests will also have the 
opportunity to connect withlocal LGBTQIA+ organizations,
community partners, allies, andvarious City departments. Foodfrom local food trucks will be 
available for purchase.

This event is made possible 
through the support of HRC 
Fertility, Pasadena ManagementAssociation, Girl Squad Media,
The Boulevard, and Fat Boys.

“For nearly 40 years, HRC has 


year-old female black LabradorRetriever who has already beguntraining with Officer Velasquez.
Her name is derived from 
various languages, meaning “tosearch,” “discover,” or “seek,” afitting name for a dog whosefuture role will focus on locatingthose in need.

 Seeka is currently training to 
become a California certified 
tracking and trailing dog. Uponcertification, she will assist inlocating critical missing adultsand children, as well as suspectswho have fled crime scenes. Her 
specialized skills will enhance thedepartment’s ability to respond 
to urgent incidents and bring 

vulnerable 
home.
individuals safely 
“The Pasadena Police 

Department looks forward toSeeka’s continued training andcertification,” said Chief Harris.
“Her work will play a vital role 
in helping us locate missingpersons, support investigations,
and provide another valuableresource for our officers and the 
community we serve.”

 In July, the department willconduct agency-wide trainingfocused on human odor 
detection and best practices forsupporting tracking and trailingdeployments. Updated policiesrelated to these operations arealso forthcoming. 

centered patient care aroundthree tenets -excellence, 
compassion, and inclusivity,” 
said Kerry Ayazi, AdministrativePresident of HRC Fertility. “Ourphysicians and patient care 
teams have long stood by the 
LGBTQ+ community - ensuringthat patients can access the 
healthcare they need to supporttheir family building journeys.
We are delighted to sponsor 
Pasadena Pride -the home of our 
first practice location, and we aregrateful to continue serving andgrowing our community.” 

For more information, call (626)
744-7500 or email PRCSEvents@
CityOfPasadena.net. 

PASADENA 
SENIOR 
GAMES 
CYCLING 
EVENT

 The annual Pasadena Senior 
Games Cycling races will beheld on Wednesday, June 17,2026 at Long Beach’s beautifulEl Dorado Park. Pasadena 
Senior Games is part of anationwide program of multi-
sport Olympic-style athleticevents for adults 50+.

 Pasadena Senior Games 
Cycling events include a 10KTime Trial and 20K Road 
Race. Cycling Road Race 
events for older adults are rare 
across the country. CyclingRoad Race events for older 
adults are rare across the 
country. The garden setting ofEl Dorado Park, and the safetyaspects of this closed courseaway from street traffic, makesthis a favorite competition forolder cyclists.

 The timing and officiating forSenior Games Cycling will beprovided by SoCal Cyclocross,
headed by Dorothy Wong.
Cost to register is $45 athletefee plus $20 per event. 
Online registration is openthrough June 13 and race dayregistration will be available.

 Pasadena Senior Games 
are both competitive and 
inclusive. There is no prequalification 
necessary,
and novice competitors arewelcome along with elite 
athletes. Medals are awarded 
to age categories in five-
year increments (from 5054 
up to 90+) for men andfor women. Registrationand information online at: 
pasadenaseniorcenter.org/
activities-events/senior-gamesor call the Senior Games office 
at 626-685-6755.

 Pasadena Senior Games, nowin its 33rd year, is producedby the Pasadena Senior 
Center, part of the Center’s 
mission to Engage, Enrich,
and Empower older adults.
Find out more at https://www.
pasadenaseniorcenter.org/ 

The Pasadena POPS and 
Resident Pops Conductor LarryBlank (pictured) announce the2026 Rusnak Summer Concert 
series at the Los Angeles CountyArboretum. The five-concert 
series will run from June 20 to 
August 29 with a guest artistlineup boasting an impressive 
roster of Broadway credits 
including Morgan James,
(Godspell), Chester Gregoryand Shayna Steele (Hairspray),
Scarlett Strallen (Mary Poppins),
Hugh Panaro (Phantom of theOpera), Valerie Perri (Evita),
Grammy Award-winning Jazzsongstress Carmen Bradford,
and the electrifying triple-
threat of Craig A. Meyer. ThePOPS summer season offers 
something for every music loverwith an exciting mix of soundfrom Hollywood, Motown,
the Rat Pack, Elton John, andculminating with Larry Blank’sBroadway extravaganza payingtribute to legendary composerAndrew Lloyd Webber.

 For his inaugural season atthe helm of the POPS, MaestroBlank will kick off the summer 
on June 20 with his Star-
Spangled Salute to the Movies,
paying tribute to two mastersof Hollywood music – John 
Williams and Marvin Hamlisch. 
This opening night programwill spotlight the talents of 
the Pasadena POPS orchestra,
with epic scores from Williams’Star Wars, Raiders of the LostArc, Superman and E.T. Thesilky vocals of Broadway andrecording artist Morgan Jameswill bring Marvin Hamlisch’snostalgic soundtracks to lifewith “Nobody Does it Better”
and “The Way We Were.”

 The summer heats up onJuly 11 with the return of thespellbinding Shayna Steele 
for Dancin’ in the Street: The 
Music of Motown. Steele will 
be joined by Broadway starChester Gregory (Hairspray,
Dreamgirls) and Terron Brooks,
whose vocals have backed upStevie Wonder and SomkeyRobinson among others. Thisdynamic trio will bring fire toMotown hits “I’ll Be There,” 
“My Guy,” “I Feel Good,” 
“Superstition” and so much 
more. Then, harken back to 
the Golden Age of Vegas onJuly 29 for A Toast to the Rat 


Lunch at the Library Returns

This summer Pasadena Public Library will take part in Lunch atthe Library for their sixth year. Lunch at the Library, a project of theCalifornia State Library, provides free, healthy meals for children,
18 and younger and is supported by funding from the State ofCalifornia.

 Two library sites: Jefferson Branch Library, 1500 E. Villa Street andVilla Parke Branch Library, 363 E. Villa Street, Second Floor willprovide food and activities for children, Monday through Friday,
June 8 to August 14 (except July 3), from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

 To address food insecurity over the summer monthswhile promoting literacy, Pasadena Public Library will alsoprovide children and teens with books to add to their homelibraries at various Green logo with an open book icon containinga fork and spoon on the right side, next to the words “Lunch atthe Library” in green text.locations throughout the city where freelunch programs are offered. By pairing reading and libraries withfood access, we can provide the youth of our community with twomajor ingredients they need to succeed in school and beyond – 
healthy food and literacy. 

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Pack, with Jazz royalty CarmenBradford, crooner Todd Murrayand famed Sinatra interpreterSteve Lippia bringing you songsmade famous, by Sinatra, DeanMartin and Ella Fitgerald, with 
“Come Fly with Me,” “Ain’t Thata Kick in the Head,” “Lady is aTramp” and more.

 The music, costumes andcharisma of the Rocketman 
will come to life on August 15when Craig A. Meyer takes 
the stage for Remember WhenRock Was Young: The EltonJohn Experience. Meyer got his 
start touring with Franki Valli 
and Barry Manilow, who callshim “one of the most talented 
people I have ever worked with.” 
His high-energy show bringsunforgettable flair to chart-
topping hits from Benny and theJets and Tiny Dancer to Candlein the Wind and Crocodile Rock 
that will have audiences dancingin the aisles.

 Resident Pops ConductorLarry Blank closes the season 
on August 29 with an insider’sjourney through the world oflegendary Broadway composer 
Andrew Lloyd Webber. 
Phantom of the Opera’s HughPanaro and Evita’s Valerie Perri 
will bring two of Webber’s mostpopular shows to life, alongwith songs from Cats, SunsetBlvd, and music from Webber’scontemporaries – StephenSondheim, Leonard Bernsteinand Stephen Schwartz. ThisBroadway spectacular will be a 
season finale you won’t want tomiss!

 All concerts are held at the Los 
Angeles County Arboretum andBotanic Garden, located at 301North Baldwin Ave. Grounds 
open for picnicking and diningat 5:30pm and performancesbegin at 7:30pm. For tickets 
or more information visit: 
pasadenasymphony-pops.org. 


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