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Poll shows streets bond near two‑thirds threshold; council hires outreach firm to refine message

South Pasadena City Council · February 5, 2026
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Summary

FM3 polling showed an $80 million streets‑only bond polling about 66% initially and rising to 71% with additional information; council voted to engage Grassroots Lab to run community outreach, refine language and return with follow‑up polling and outreach materials ahead of any ballot referral.

Council received a presentation of December 2025 polling from FM3 that assessed voter support for possible bond measures to repair streets and, in an alternative measure, combine streets funding with library and senior center upgrades. "We spoke to likely voters and found 66% initial support for an $80 million streets‑only bond — near the two‑thirds level needed — which rose to 71% after additional context,"…

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