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Pasadena Unified School District Faces Backlash Over Tree Removal at School Sites
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pasadena Unified School Board was met with significant public outcry over the removal of protected trees at school sites, including John Muir High School. Community members alleged that the tree removal violated Pasadena’s tree protection ordinance, lacked necessary city permits, and disregarded a city-issued stop work notice. Additionally, the board voted to approve an unconditional commitment to a cease-and-desist letter relating to the Brown Act.
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Elizabeth J. Blanco
School Board Officials:
Jennifer Hall Lee, Tina Fredericks, Dr. Yarma Vel√°zquez, Kimberly Kenne, Michelle Richardson Bailey, Scott Harden, Patrice Marshall McKenzie
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
07/01/2026
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Recording Published:
07/01/2026
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Duration:
157 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
California
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County:
Los Angeles County
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Towns:
Pasadena, Sierra Madre
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