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Democrats Prevail in Republicans’ Attempt to Defund Planned Parenthood
COMPLIMENTARY COPY VOLUME 19, NO. 39
Saturday’s Rally in Pasadena Sends Strong Message BY TERRY MILLER
Approximately 1000 people attended a rally in defense of Planned Parenthood Saturday morning. The huge show of support on the steps of Pasadena City Hall was in direct reaction not only to the “doctored” fetus videos but also the massive Republican attempt to defund the education services the organization provides to women. – Photo by Terry Miller
Despite the blistering heat, approximately 1,000 people rallied Saturday morning on the steps of Pasadena City Hall to show community-wide support for the millions of people who benefit from the health care and education services provided by Planned Parenthood. The rally was held in response to not only the Republican Congress’ attempt to defund PP but also “the series of fraudulent videos recorded by an anti-abortion extremist group, biased investigations into Planned Parenthood and their practices, and anti-abortion protestors disrupting care at Planned Parenthood locations across the country.” Officials of Planned Parenthood say the videos released had been altered and severe-
ly edited in an attempt to discredit the group. Concerned that opponents of Planned Parenthood people had blended into the crowd with signs quoting the Bible, organizers called Pasadena police, who kept a watchful eye on the proceedings. Saturday’s large turnout included Mayor Terry Tornek who was quick to point out that he was there as a private individual supporting Planned Parenthood and not on behalf of city council. “It’s important for us to thank our community of supporters and show that we will not let these fraudulent attacks hinder access to care, no matter what,” said SEE PG. 9
Azusa Council Approves Meditation Duarte Council Approves Streamlined Permit Process for Residential Solar Center's Expansion Plans BY JOE TAGLIERI
BY JOE TAGLIERI
The Azusa City Council voted 4-1 Monday to approve a facilities expansion project for the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center. The local hub for Buddhist spirituality has an ambitious site-improvement plan that will make significant changes to the property located at 865 E. Monrovia Pl. "The ... project will include the construction of 69,179 square foot Meditation Hall, nine two-story dormitory buildings (to house up to 176 temporary guests and 48 staff members), a storage/workshop building,
The Duarte City Council on Tuesday approved an ordinance that officially recognizes the city’s expedited permitting process for residential solar power systems. A state law enacted last year requires municipalities to adopt ordinances that streamline the approval process for small rooftop solar systems. “For some time, the city has provided a streamlined process for solar permits,” according to a city staff report. “Adoption of the proposed Ordinance will now codify into the Duarte Municipal Code many of the processes we currently have in place.”
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- Photo by Terry Miller
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