Natural Resources & Environmental Commission - January 27, 2026

The City of South Pasadena Natural Resources & Environmental Commission held a meeting on January 27, 2026, focusing primarily on updates to the city's tree ordinance and the implementation of California's SP 1383 climate pollutant reduction law. The commission selected new officers for 2026 and approved previous meeting minutes. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the recently adopted tree ordinance, which includes refined classifications of trees, enhanced city oversight for tree removals, and new fire safety provisions. Staff outlined ongoing efforts to support ordinance implementation, including updated permitting processes and improved community outreach. Additionally, the commission received an update on the city's transition to a three-stream waste collection system mandated by SP 1383, highlighting outreach efforts, compliance progress, and the introduction of a year-round curbside bulky item pickup program. The meeting also included discussions on future urban forestry management plans, data tracking improvements, and upcoming sustainability events. No contract awards or procurement decisions were reported during this meeting.