Natural Resources & Environmental Commission - March 24, 2026

The City of South Pasadena Natural Resources & Environmental Commission held a meeting on March 24, 2026, focusing primarily on upcoming Earth Month activities and environmental initiatives. Public Works staff presented detailed plans for events including a sustainability fair, garden tours, waste sorting workshops, and a compost and mulch giveaway, emphasizing community engagement and environmental education. The commission discussed potential budget considerations for an urban forest management plan and ongoing infrastructure projects such as the Westside reservoir replacement, which will involve environmental review and future commission input. Additionally, the city is pursuing a $1.1 million grant from the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC) to fund electric vehicle charging infrastructure, including innovative EV ARC solar-powered charging stations. The meeting also covered air quality concerns related to diesel backup generators at data centers and the rejection of a drone show in favor of traditional fireworks for the Fourth of July, with some discussion on environmental impacts. No formal votes on contracts or procurement were recorded, but several grant applications and budget items related to environmental infrastructure and sustainability were highlighted as upcoming procurement opportunities.