Pasadena’s First Source Hiring Ordinance helps ensure that a greater number of Pasadena residents benefit from the unprecedented economic development that is taking place in the community.

The ordinance requires that developers who receive any form of financial assistance (sales tax rebates, loans, fee waivers, etc.) from the City of Pasadena agree to have a percentage of work hours during the construction phase of their projects performed by Pasadena residents. This percentage is set on a case-by-case basis and the type of project is considered in that decision. Failure to comply results in the financial assistance being canceled and/or immediately due and payable.

There is a voluntary component for developers who do not receive any financial assistance from the City of Pasadena. These developers may receive rebates of up to 75% of the Construction Tax levied by the City of Pasadena when they hire local residents to work during the construction phase of a project.

To underscore its importance and to maintain a high level of visibility, the program is managed by Antonio Watson, project manager in the City Manager’s Office.

First Source Local Hiring Brochure

First Source Local Hiring Website