The South Pasadena Library/Community Center Site Plan Ad Hoc Committee convened on October 2, 2025, to review progress and outline next steps for the community project. The meeting began with a roll call, confirming a quorum with several members present, while others were absent.
Public comment was limited, with no speakers addressing the committee. The committee then moved to approve the minutes from their previous meeting on September 4, which was unanimously accepted.
A significant portion of the meeting focused on a presentation by the consulting team, which included Don Marcus, Nikki White, and Andrei Gifford. They provided a first draft of the presentation intended for the city council, summarizing the work completed over the past eight to nine months. The consultants emphasized the importance of gathering input from the committee to refine the presentation, particularly regarding site options and community needs assessments.
The presentation outlined the project overview, goals, and process, followed by assessments of potential sites and buildings. The committee was tasked with reviewing these options and preparing recommendations for the city council. The meeting concluded with a discussion on the next steps necessary for project implementation.
This meeting marks a crucial step in advancing the Library/Community Center project, with the committee's recommendations expected to shape future discussions with the city council. The collaborative effort aims to ensure that the community's needs are met in the development of this vital public space.