SCREENCAP: South Pasadena City Council Meeting Feb. 18 2026 | The South Pasadenan
The South Pasadena City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. inside the Amedee O. “Dick” Richards Jr. Council Chambers at 1424 Mission Street. Community members are encouraged to attend to discuss major city grants, important local policy updates, and new commission appointments.
Major Grant Funding Proposals
The city is pursuing several significant grants to fund local improvements. The council will consider authorizing applications for:
• $6 million from HUD: This funding would support the rehabilitation and modernization of the Crowell Family YMCA on Garfield Avenue.
• $1.7 million from Lowe’s: These funds would upgrade Police and Fire Department facilities, including expanding locker rooms to provide dedicated accommodations for female personnel.
• $1.1 million from MSRC: This grant would expand the city’s municipal electric vehicle charging infrastructure and help acquire an EV ARC solar-powered solution.
• $375,000 from FEMA: These funds would help develop a Wildfire Resilient Urban Forest Management Plan.
Local Policy, Personnel, and Appointments
The council will review draft zoning code amendments regarding Conditional Use Permits (CUPs) and community meeting requirements. Officials will discuss whether the City Council, rather than the Planning Commission, should review and approve CUPs for alcoholic beverage sales and live entertainment.
Additionally, the agenda includes a resolution to add one full-time Film Liaison position and reclassify the Deputy Community Services Director to Customer Solutions Manager.
The council will also consider appointing new Youth Commissioners: Yifang “Batia” Lou (Planning), Inah Lauren Chang (Library), Lorcan Swift (Natural Resources), and Luke Kwak (Public Safety).
Public Safety Technology
Public safety technology is also a major discussion topic. The council will review an updated informational report on the South Pasadena Police Department’s Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system.
This includes reviewing the city’s contracts with Flock Safety and providing direction on future contract options.
Community Recognitions
Before diving into business items, the meeting will feature two special presentations. The council will issue proclamations declaring March 2026 as “American Red Cross Month.”
They will also recognize March 18, 2026, as “Nowruz,” the Persian New Year.
How to Participate
Residents can attend the meeting in person at the Council Chambers, located at 1424 Mission Street, South Pasadena. You can also stream the broadcast live via the city’s website or join through Zoom using Meeting ID 825 9999 2830.
Written public comments must be emailed to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. For the full agenda and supporting documents, visit the City of South Pasadena’s official website.