updates
Defending South Pasadenans from Displacement
The City of South Pasadena has had years and a budget of over $1,000,000 to devise a thoughtful Housing Element that balances growth with preserving what we love about our city. They…
Neighborhood Preservation & Local Control Ballot Measure
The City of South Pasadena has finalized the language of the ballot measure that we’ll be voting on in November. Not only is it a mouthful, but the wording makes…
An Update on Rent Control
The numbers have been released to determine the rent cap in South Pasadena for the next fiscal year, starting in August 2024. For California cities without rent control, the rent…
SPTU Statement on University Student Protests over Palestine
South Pasadena Tenants Union stands in full solidarity with Students for Justice in Palestine, Jewish Voice for Peace and all organizers calling for an end to the US supported…
Timeline of Events Regarding the 2023-2024 Budget
The city of South Pasadena is currently facing a budget deficit for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. A detailed timeline of events pertaining to the budget situation has been compiled. June…
SB567: Strengthening Tenant Protections in California
Effective April 1, 2024, California’s State Law SB567 will be enforced, aimed at fortifying tenant protections in the state. The law addresses key loopholes identified in AB1482, the Tenant Protections…