Amplify | Voices of People and Families Displaced by Freeway Construction in Pasadena, California

This City of Pasadena meeting held on April 15, 2025, focused on the historical and social impacts of freeway construction, particularly the 710 freeway project, on minority communities in Pasadena. The discussion highlighted the displacement of hundreds of families of color due to eminent domain, the demolition of homes and businesses, and the resulting economic, social, and cultural hardships. Attendees recounted personal stories of loss and community disruption caused by the freeway construction from the 1960s to the 1970s, emphasizing the long-term generational impact on wealth and neighborhood stability. While the meeting did not address new procurement or contracting decisions, it underscored the importance of recognizing past injustices and the potential for future redevelopment of the leftover freeway land with community input and equitable planning.