Residents

As a citizen of Pasadena you can enjoy a quality of life that is second to none — natural scenic beauty, a vibrant cultural and academic environment, and lively nightlife in an architecturally rich setting.

Visitors

Although Pasadena is best known as the host of the annual Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl football game, the City also boasts numerous cultural amenities, fine restaurants and top retailers. All this helps Pasadena live up to the true meaning of its name—the Crown of the Valley.

Business

Pasadena offers an ideal environment for business success - a central location with immediate freeway, airway and MTA access; a built-in, high quality client base; and world class amenities.

Government

Pasadena is a charter city with a city council/city manager form of government. Pasadena has seven City Councilmembers representing individual districts throughout the city along with a Mayor that is elected at-large. View our online services here.