City Announces Community Meetings on Budget, Infrastructure, Streets
Published on April 29, 2026
April 29, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jennifer Colby, Public Affairs Manager
Phone: (626) 403-7215
Email: jcolby@southpasadenaca.gov
Subject: City of South Pasadena Announces Community Meetings on Budget, Aging Infrastructure and Street Conditions
South Pasadena, Calif.– The City of South Pasadena is hosting a series of Community Meetings to discuss the state of the City’s infrastructure, budget outlook, and long-term investment plans, and to hear directly from residents about priorities and potential paths forward.
During each meeting, the City’s Finance team will provide an overview of the budget process, share the City’s financial goals and long-term outlook, and answer questions from the public. Attendees will also receive an overview of the Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026-27.
As part of the capital plan, these meetings will provide information related to the maintenance of South Pasadena’s 69 miles of streets, over 83 miles of water mains, 60 miles of sewer lines, 454 fire hydrants, and dozens of traffic signals within its 3.44 square miles. Although City crews currently repair more than 1,000 potholes annually, and Public Works manages an ongoing resurfacing program, existing funding levels are not sufficient to meaningfully improve the City’s already poorly rated street conditions citywide.
“The City maintains a balanced budget and healthy emergency reserves, but a citywide street and infrastructure improvement plan cannot be funded from existing resources alone,” said City Manager Todd Hileman. “We want to hear from our residents about their priorities as we explore options to ensure the long-term health of our infrastructure.”
These meetings will offer an important opportunity for residents to learn more about the budget development process, how the City allocates resources, and recommendations for improving the City’s infrastructure. Residents are invited to attend any of the following:
May 18, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 1424 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030.
May 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St, South Pasadena, CA 91030
May 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 1424 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030.
For more information, visit www.southpasadenaca.gov/infrastructure.
About the City of South Pasadena
The City of South Pasadena is a charming community, situated only six miles from downtown Los Angeles. Called the City of Trees, the area is known for its stunning homes, unique small businesses, and top-quality schools. South Pasadena’s diverse population of about 25,000 occupies a mere 3.44 square miles of flatlands and hillsides on the west side of the San Gabriel Valley. This small-town atmosphere makes South Pasadena one of California's most desirable locations.
For more information about the City of South Pasadena, visit www.southpasadenaca.gov. Follow us on social media to keep up with the latest news: YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram at @southpasadenaca.
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