City Of South Pasadena Launches Redistricting Process With A Dedicated Webpage And First Public Hearing

Press release from the South Pasadena Public Library:

October 12, 2021

The City of South Pasadena has officially launched its redistricting process with an updated website that contains all the information and resources the community needs to get involved: southpasadenaca.gov/redistricting2021.

Every 10 years, local governments use new data from the Census to redraw their district lines to reflect how local populations have changed. Members of the South Pasadena community are encouraged to participate in the redistricting process to help make sure district lines respect neighborhoods, history and geographical elements. The webpage includes background information on redistricting, a tentative schedule of participation opportunities, frequently asked questions, and resources for drafting maps and sharing feedback on previously-drawn maps. Residents are encouraged to visit the website to share information about redistricting, submit feedback and eventually draw maps for City Council consideration.

The first of four legally required public hearings is scheduled to take place on November 17, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at the regular City Council Meeting in the Council Chambers and streamedvirtually. Residents have an opportunity to learn more about the redistricting process, review current district compositions and provide feedback on where district lines should be drawn.

The City is also hosting two community workshops to engage the public on the redistricting process. The first workshop is scheduled for October 28, 2021 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. At the community workshops, the public will receive training on the mapping tools that will be available and an opportunity to provide feedback on communities of interest.

As the redistricting process moves forward, the City will continue to update the redistricting website to include additional details on future public hearings, mapping opportunities, new FAQs, and more.

To sign up for updates and information about the redistricting process and future public meetings, please visit southpasadenaca.gov/redistricting2021 or email redistricting@southpasadenaca.gov.

This press release was produced by the South Pasadena Public Library. The views expressed here are the author’s own.