September 2026

September 2026

Here’s what's going on in September, including a SPA meet up, pushback to the Fremont/Huntington lanes, and an update on the Mobility Plan.

South Pas Active meet up

We’re planning a group ride to Neighbors and Friends. We’ll do a short ride from Garfield Park to check out the newly installed curb extensions near Orange Grove Park, then head to new (and locally owned) restaurant Neighbors & Friends. Come chat mobility, bikes, and all things active transit or just hang with friends. RSVP here. Food and drinks are available for individual purchase - kids welcome!

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Support a Better Future of Fremont and Huntington Corridors

South Pasadena and consultants Kimley-Horn will present the latest designs for the Fremont and Huntington Corridor Improvement Project next week. Over the last few years, we have continually advocated for improving safety and access by calming traffic, improving crosswalks, and adding protected bike lanes. Thanks to your support, the Council endorsed this vision as the baseline design plan.

But the design is not finalized yet! We know that some people are organizing in opposition to these forward-thinking designs and want to preserve a car-only vision for our city. We need you all to continue to speak up by showing up to public meetings and talking to your council member about your vision for safety and access for all.

Join us on Monday or Tuesday:

• Monday, August 31, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the Library Community Room, 1115 El Centro St., South Pasadena, CA 91030

• Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the South Pasadena Middle School auditorium, 1500 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena, CA 91030

The Mobility RFP Marches Forward

The City Council reviewed the draft RFP for the city’s first comprehensive Mobility Plan, and the response was overwhelmingly positive.

Staff will now revise and release the RFP, based on discussion and questions from council members, including:

• The importance on existing work rather from scratch

• Identifying quick-build projects and near-term wins

• Preparing priority projects with concepts, cost estimates, and funding strategies (like the potential of Pedestrian Plaza, as mentioned by Councilmember Braun & Ferguson)

• Improving first- and last-mile access to Metro

• Accounting for future housing growth, climate, accessibility, emergency access, and evacuation routes

• Conducting robust community engagement throughout the process

Mayor Rossi stressed that a mobility plan allows the city to look holistically at our active transit, and opens up funding opportunities rather than working project by project.

After the RFP is released, Staff will evaluate consultant proposals, and return to Council in approximately two to three months to award a contract.  The planning process itself is expected to take about 18 months.

We’re especially encouraged that the Council emphasized implementation. South Pas Active stressed that this should not be another plan that sits on a shelf, but a clear, fundable roadmap for building safer, more connected streets throughout South Pasadena. And some bike storage lockers near the train station wouldn’t hurt either!

Stay Active,

Your friends at South Pas Active