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City Council Approves Animal Services Contract, Street Repair Project, and Guard Revisions
The City Council approved a revised contract for eight guards instead of nine for the animal care and control services with Pasadena Humane Society, resulting in a cost saving of approximately $30,000. The council also approved item number 10, a street repair project funded by SB1, clarifying that alleyways are not included in this specific funding but are scheduled separately in capital improvement projects. Item number 3, a five-year animal care and control services contract with Pasadena Humane Society, was approved, with clarification that issues like coyotes and peacocks are not covered by this contract and are handled by state wildlife regulations.
City Council Delays Removal of Certain Oak Trees, Seeks Further Review of Treatment Options
The City Council discussed a list of trees proposed for removal, with specific focus on California Live Oaks (trees 1, 2, and 3). Council members expressed concerns about the criteria for removal, particularly the justification of 'safety reasons' when trees are not definitively dead or posing an immediate hazard. While approving the removal of trees definitively marked as 'dead' (5-10), the council decided to hold off on removing trees 1, 2, and 3 pending further investigation into treatment options and potential costs. The discussion also touched upon the city's street tree policy, the role of consulting arborists, and potential liabilities.
The Huntington and City of San Marino Formalize Financial Partnership with $1.625 Million Agreement
The City Council approved a new, formal financial agreement with The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. This includes an immediate donation of $125,000 and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for increased annual contributions of $500,000 per year for the next three years. This agreement aims to strengthen the city's financial standing, alleviate the burden on residents, and support public safety and infrastructure needs. The Huntington's contribution is seen as vital given the city's fiscal challenges.
San Marino Police Department Officers and Dispatcher Honored with Life-Saving Medals
The City Council recognized and awarded the life-saving medal to three individuals from the San Marino Police Department: Dispatcher Anna Mareli, Officer Alejandro Sandoval, and Officer Randall Ferdig for their heroic actions in saving a three-year-old child who was choking. The council also acknowledged the broader dedication of the police department to the community and its role in public safety, including DUI arrests.
City Council Adopts Updated General Plan Safety Element
The City Council adopted the updated Safety Element of the General Plan, which is a mandated update required in conjunction with the certified Housing Element. The Safety Element covers risks from natural and man-made disasters, including earthquakes, fires, climate change, and extreme heat. The update includes enhanced sections on climate change and extreme heat, a consolidated evacuation section, and new goals and objectives. The Public Safety Commission had previously recommended its adoption.
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