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Local Ballot Measures in November
- City of Pasadena Parcel Tax – Assessment of $0.19 per square foot on developed properties within the City of Pasadena to raise $22 million per year to support modernization and replacement of fire stations, equipment and systems. This needs 2/3 vote to pass.
- Pasadena City College Bond Measure UP – Extend expiring bond measure to raise funds for building modernization, repairs and expansion.
Statewide Ballot Measures
Here are the ballot measures on the November ballot with a very brief synopsis.
- Statewide Ballot Measures
- Proposition 1: Housing Bonds - Issue $11.25 billion in bonds to fund Multifamily Housing Program, CalVet Home Loan Program, and youth housing
- Proposition 2:- Budget stabilization - Increase the Budget Stabilization Account (BSA) cap from 10% of general fund revenue to 20% and excluding deposits into the BSA from the Gann Limit
- Proposition 3: Higher education funding; Public education funding; Income taxes - Renew the additional income taxes enacted with the approval of Proposition 38 in 2012 that fund education and early childhood programs.
- Proposition 4 Election administration; Campaign finance - Allow the state and local governments to create programs that provide candidates with public funds under spending limits and eligibility rules.
- Proposition 5 State executive structure; Recall - Eliminate the successor election when a state officer is recalled, thereby leaving the office vacant until it is filled according to state law.
- Proposition 37: Housing - Establish a second mortgage homebuyer program for qualified homebuyers on qualifying homes and issue $25 billion in bonds to fund the program
- Proposition 38: Healthcare facility; Healthcare governance; Bonds; Vaccinations and disease - Issue $8.4 billion in general obligation bonds to fund immunology and immunotherapy research \
- Proposition 39: Election administration; Voter ID - Require voters to present government-issued identification when casting ballots and require election officials to use government data to confirm voter citizenship and report verification rates
- Proposition 40: Billionaire’s Tax – Levy tax on Billionaires to backfill healthcare funding lost due to Federal budget cuts.
- Proposition 41: Tax administration; Revenue and spending limits - Require state laws or ballot initiatives levying a new special tax enacted after January 1, 2026 to require the government entities or departments receiving revenue from the new tax to eliminate their lowest-performing programs and reinvest those savings in higher-performing programs
- Proposition 42: Income taxes - Prohibit the enactment of new taxes after January 1, 2026 on ownership or accumulation of retirement holdings, individually-owned assets, and other forms of personal savings
- Proposition 43: Supermajority; Local government – Reinstates some protections related to Proposition 13.
- Proposition 44: Business; Healthcare governance - Prohibit healthcare clinics, specifically federally-qualified health centers and related organizations, from spending less than 90% of their annual revenue on mission-related purposes
- Proposition 45: Administrative powers; Land use - Establish timelines for local and state agencies to review plans and solicit public comment for essential projects, such as housing, improvements to water supply, transportation, energy, and facilities for health and public safety
The Pasadena Chamber Board will consider taking positions on these items at its August meeting.
If you have feedback on any 9or all) of these, please mail paul@pasadena-chamber.org.
Be part of the solution - Make Real Change - help prevent homelessness in our community
The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation is reviving the community effort to alleviate homelessness in our community. Working with Friends in Deed, we are raising money to support the effort to prevent homelessness in the greater Pasadena area.
100% of funds raised will be donated to Friends in Deed to support their efforts to keep people housed.
You can find more information here: https://pasadenachamberfoundation.org/about
You can donate here: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=T3OFLZ9DlmE5hEbtta6MaXXq6DzGFbOoyNkTSNBT4n84jiggy4Lbqu31h9n1rANT1uxXfg2wp7IKdtR_
We hope to engage the business community in our efforts. You can put a poster in your window, inform your customers about the initiative and donate to make areal difference in the lives of families at risk of homelessness.
Travel and Leisure Features Pasadena
Pasadena was featured in Travel and Leisure magazine. Read the article here: https://www.travelandleisure.com/pasadena-california-guide-12021329
LISC LA Offers Webinar Series
The LISC LA webinar series ends August 26th at 10 AM with the Smart Supply Workshop: Inventory & Vendor Strategies, which is open to wildfire-impacted business owners and the broader public. The series will feature subject matter experts providing practical guidance on key topics including inventory management, digital marketing and AI tools, navigating insurance claims, and cash flow management. By connecting business owners with trusted advisors, resources, and actionable recovery strategies, the program will equip local businesses with the tools needed to navigate the recovery with confidence. Learn more and register for the webinar series at lariseandrenew.org/events-1.
- LA Rise & Renew Webinar Registration Link: https://www.lariseandrenew.org/events-1
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Scams of the Week (Not New, But Be Aware)
Bank scam calls happen when fraudsters use phone number spoofing to make their caller ID show your actual bank's name or phone number. They fabricate fake emergencies, such as fraudulent activity on your account, to panic you into sharing passwords, multi-factor codes, or transferring money to a "safe account".
Warning Signs of a Fake Bank Call
- False Urgency: The caller claims you must act immediately to stop theft or freeze an account.
- Requests for Secrets: They ask for your online banking password, PIN, full Social Security number, or one-time text passcodes.
- Money Transfers: They instruct you to wire money or use Zelle/Venmo to send funds to yourself or a "safe recovery" account.
- Remote Access: They ask you to install screen-sharing software like AnyDesk or TeamViewer to fix your phone or computer.
How to Protect Yourself
- Hang Up: Immediately disconnect if you receive an unexpected or high-pressure call claiming to be your bank.
- Never Trust Caller ID: Fraudsters easily fake legitimate bank numbers on your screen.
- Call Back Safely: Dial the official customer service number printed on the back of your credit/debit card or found directly on your bank's verified website.
- Report the Incident: If you shared sensitive information, call your bank immediately and file a complaint through the FTC Fraud Reporting Tool.
LA28 Informational Webinars Open to Anyone Seeking Information on Vending, Tickets, Volunteering and More
You are invited to join LA28's Community Relations team for "First Friday's" webinars. Please use this link to register: LA28 Community Relations “First Fridays” Webinar Series.
As a reminder, these webinars provide high level updates on progress towards the 2028 Games. These are easy ways to listen in and hear the latest from our community relations team. Attendees have the opportunity to ask questions.
You are encouraged to share the information about the webinar widely. All registered guests will receive the Microsoft teams link the Thursday evening prior to the webinar.
LA28 Opportunities
This opportunity has been posted on RAMPLA for Olympics. Business Must Be Registered in RAMPLA.org to be considered.
As part of ongoing efforts to ensure LA28 Olympic & Paralympic procurement opportunities are accessible, we are sharing the following new & reposted Expression of Interest Forms (EIO) on RAMP LA:
Name: LA28 - Wood Flooring for Sport Courts and Subfloors
Link: https://www.rampla.org/s/procurement-announcement-details?id=a1NQl000003jFh7
Post Open Date: 06/10/2026
Due Date: 06/26/2026
Name: (Re-post) LA28 - Ecommerce Marketing Sourcing Activity
Link: https://www.rampla.org/s/procurement-announcement-details?id=a1NQl000003TrnB
Post Open Date: 06/10/2026
Due Date: 06/17/2026
You can register for RAMPLA and receive notifications here: https://www.rampla.org/s/user-registration
Pasadena Water and Power commercial electric customers are eligible for a rebate
PWP commercial electric customers are eligible for a rebate of $0.40 / Watt, up to a maximum of $80,000 per meter, when they purchase and install a new, permanent, rooftop solar PV system or expand an existing system.
For a limited time! PWP is not charging plan review and inspection fees for solar and battery systems. The fee waivers apply only to PWP‑related solar and battery project costs. Structural, Building & Safety, meter, and other non‑energy‑related fees may still apply.
Installing a rooftop solar PV system on your business is an environmentally conscious way to offset your energy usage, contribute to the City of Pasadena’s climate action goals, and save on your utility bill. In addition, when combined with on-site battery storage, the excess green energy produced from solar panels can be stored within the battery unit, which can allow for an independent source of power during utility outages and provide critical grid flexibility.