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Good day Altadena! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new state law just changed rebuilding in Altadena
  • What's planned for Charles White Park's big post-fire makeover?
  • Why a 500-pound bear keeps choosing Altadena homes for shelter

Also on today's calendar: Fall Fest/Fiesta de Otoño and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Sizzling sunshine and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 75.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and sweltering heat, with a high of 100 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Newsom Signs SB 1090 to Protect Altadena from Speculative Development (coloradoboulevard.net) — Altadena homeowners should know that a new state law, SB 1090, now pauses high‑density development under SB 1123 in town for three years starting October 1. The moratorium, pushed by local leaders and Eaton Fire survivors, aims to curb speculative buying of fire‑damaged properties while still allowing rebuilding and modest additions that fit Altadena's character.
   

2. Charles White Park Groundbreaking in Altadena (coloradoboulevard.net) — Altadena residents are invited to Saturday's groundbreaking at Charles White Park, marking a major step in restoring the beloved space after Eaton Fire damage. From 10 a.m. to noon, you can hear about new amenities, enjoy refreshments and kids' activities, and preview plans for inclusive play areas, fitness equipment, and artwork honoring Charles White.
   

3. California officials decide next steps for 500-pound bear meandering neighborhood (the-independent.com) — Altadena homeowners are again dealing with a massive tagged bear, Yellow 2120, which has repeatedly sheltered in crawl spaces beneath local houses but has not shown aggression, according to state wildlife officials. Authorities say there are no current plans to euthanize him, yet they've logged multiple recent reports and urge residents to secure access points under their homes.
   

4. Pasadena Preschools Among Nearly 20 Meeting Families at Oct. 10 Preschool Fair (pasadenanow.com) — Altadena parents weighing preschool options may want to note that Altadena Nursery School will be among nearly 20 schools at a free Pasadena-area preschool fair in San Marino on Oct. 10. Families can compare programs, ask detailed questions about tuition, schedules, and philosophies, and use a guide to clarify what matters most for their child's early education.
   

5. FEMA Releases $6.6 Million for Los Angeles Wildfire Survivors (coloradoboulevard.net) — Altadena wildfire survivors are among thousands in Los Angeles County who will benefit from $6.6 million in newly released FEMA funding that keeps case managers on the job. The money helps Eaton Fire and other survivors navigate housing, insurance, loans, and rebuilding, though officials warn more federal support is still needed to finish long‑term recovery programs.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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