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3 weeks ago

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast. This episode features our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Elected Official, Congresswoman Judy Chu. Since 2009, she has represented California’s 28th Congressional District. She serves on the House Ways and Means and Budget Committees, helping shape national policy on healthcare, social programs, and fiscal responsibility. Her public service began on the Garvey School District Board of Education, followed by the Monter...

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Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast. This episode features our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Elected Official, Congresswoman Judy Chu. Since 2009, she has represented California’s 28th Congressional District. She serves on the House Ways and Means and Budget Committees, helping shape national policy on healthcare, social programs, and fiscal responsibility. Her public service began on the Garvey School District Board of Education, followed by the Monter...

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Noche 2025 Honoree: U.S. Representative Judy Chu – Outstanding Elected Official

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast. This episode features our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Elected Official, Congresswoman Judy Chu. Since 2009, she has represented California’s 28th Congressional District. She serves on the House Ways and Means and Budget Committees, helping shape national policy on healthcare, social programs, and fiscal responsibility. Her public service began on the Garvey School District Board of Education, followed by the Monter...

3 weeks ago

16 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree: Octavia’s Bookshelf - Outstanding SGV Business

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast. In this episode, we feature our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding San Gabriel Valley Business, Octavia’s Bookshelf. Nikki High is the founder and owner of Octavia’s Bookshelf in Pasadena, California. As an early reader, Nikki always found safety in books, and her love for reading and storytelling only grew over the years. Guided by this passion and a desire to create the kind of literary space she longed for as a child, N...

1 month ago

35 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree: National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON) - Outstanding Community Organization

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today we are featuring our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Community Organization, the National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON). Since 2001, NDLON has defended the rights of immigrant and low-wage workers. In Pasadena, they operate the Pasadena Community Job Center (PCJC), which became a hub of relief during the Eaton Fire. Day laborers and immigrant families organized Volunteer Fire Relief Brigades that cleared ...

1 month ago

51 minutes

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Noche 2025: Max Romero - Outstanding Local Advocate

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today we are featuring our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Local Advocate, Max Romero. Though he only recently graduated from high school, Max has already made a major impact on public transit in the San Gabriel Valley. As a member of Sierra Madre’s Public Transportation Subcommittee, Max helped restore Metro Line 268, which now provides more than a quarter of a million rides each year. He represents LA County’s 5th Dis...

1 month ago

25 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree: Merced Avenue Greenway Project - Outstanding SGV Project

In this episode of the ActiveLab Podcast, host Alina sits down with Rene Salas to talk about the Merced Avenue Greenway Project, our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding SGV Project. The Merced Avenue Greenway is transforming South El Monte with safer streets, new bike paths, native gardens, and stormwater features that capture millions of gallons of water each year. The Greenway has already earned national recognition with the John Sanford Todd Award for municipal innovation...

1 month ago

10 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree: Clean Power Alliance - Outstanding Public Agency

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today we are featuring our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Public Agency, Clean Power Alliance. Represented by Executive Director Ted Bardacke, Clean Power Alliance provides clean, renewable electricity to about one million customers in 38 communities across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. As the largest community choice energy provider in California, CPA gives local communities a real voice in how their power is sour...

1 month ago

39 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree for the Brian Veldez Memorial Award - Outstanding Volunteer: Stephanie Pinedo

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today we are featuring our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding Volunteer – the Brian Velez Memorial Award, Stephanie Pinedo. A dedicated educator and long-time Pomona resident, Stephanie has shown an unwavering commitment to building community through active transportation and environmental stewardship. Since returning to California after college, she has become a familiar face at rides, events, and outreach activities, vol...

1 month ago

13 minutes

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Noche 2025 Honoree for Outstanding City Staff: Alana Johnson

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today we are featuring our 2025 Noche de las Luminarias Honoree for Outstanding City Staff, Alana Johnson. As Transportation Services Manager for the City of Arcadia, Alana has led efforts to expand mobility, safety, and access for residents. She oversees Arcadia Transit, directs a comprehensive service assessment, and works closely with partners to secure millions in funding for projects like the Colorado Boulevard Complete Streets initiat...

2 months ago

13 minutes

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Safer Streets, Stronger Communities: Inside the Walking School Bus Program in South Pasadena

Join host Wes as he chats with South Pasadena Walking School Bus participants about this innovative program. Discover how it provides a safe, fun, and sustainable way for Marengo Elementary students to get to school while fostering stronger community connections. This episode dives into the program’s weekly walks, creative pop-up activities, and the lasting impact on families and neighborhoods. To learn more about the Walking School Bus, follow South Pasadena Active @southpasactive and visit ...

10 months ago

15 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honoree for Outstanding City Staff: Steven Mateer

Welcome back to the ActiveLab Podcast! We're featuring our 2024 Noche Honoree for Outstanding City Staff, Steven Mateer. Steven is the Transportation Manager for the City of Glendora, overseeing public transit, bicycle and pedestrian programs, and the Transportation Demand Management Program. He is currently working to secure funding for over 10 miles of active transportation improvements and transition the city's transit service to zero-emission. Before joining Glendora, Steven worked at LA ...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honorees for Outstanding City and Outstanding Elected Official: City of Alhambra and Jeffrey Koji Maloney

Welcome back to the ActiveLab Podcast! Today, we're featuring a special double episode with our 2024 Noche Honorees: the City of Alhambra for Outstanding City and Jeffrey Koji Maloney for Outstanding Elected Official. The City of Alhambra is a beacon of progressive, sustainable urban development and community-centered planning in the San Gabriel Valley. Alhambra has promoted sustainable and active transportation, enhancing residents' quality of life through innovative initiatives like "Walk, ...

1 year ago

26 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honoree for Outstanding Local Advocate: Je-Show Yang

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today, we're featuring our 2024 Noche Honoree for Outstanding Local Advocate Je-Show Yang. As a program manager at APIFM, Yang champions policies improving air quality and public health in the San Gabriel Valley. He has led collaborations to develop crucial environmental policies and fought against car-centric projects to protect residents' health. Yang promotes sustainable practices and green initiatives on the Alhambra Environmental Susta...

1 year ago

19 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honoree for Outstanding SGV Business: Beastin Beauties Fitness Studio

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today, we're featuring our 2024 Noche Honoree for Outstanding SGV Business Beastin Beauties Fitness Studio. Beastin Beauties, located in El Monte, is dedicated to empowering women through dynamic workouts in a supportive and inclusive environment. Founded by a fitness enthusiast who transformed her life through exercise, the studio aims to inspire women to live their healthiest lives. The studio's unique offerings include JamFit Dance Fitne...

1 year ago

15 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honoree for the Brian Veldez Memorial Award - Outstanding Volunteer: Grace Santiago

Welcome to another episode of the ActiveLab Podcast! Today, we're featuring Grace Santiago, our 2024 Noche Honoree, for the Brian Velez Memorial Award—Outstanding Volunteer. Grace Santiago, a dedicated counselor from Boyle Heights, shares her journey and experiences as an invaluable volunteer with ActiveSGV. From participating in open street events, outreach initiatives, and ride marshaling, Grace has been instrumental in filling gaps and supporting the team whenever needed. Join us as Grace ...

1 year ago

23 minutes

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Noche 2024 Honoree for Outstanding Community Organization: Trust for Public Land

Welcome back to the ActiveLab Podcast! Today, we're featuring our 2024 Noche Honoree for Outstanding Community Organization: Trust for Public Land (TPL). Since its establishment in 1972, TPL has championed the cause of ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, has access to the outdoors. As a leading national nonprofit, TPL creates parks and protects land to foster healthier, more livable communities across the U.S. A shining example of TPL's transformative power is the Norwood ...

1 year ago

15 minutes

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Today, 6/26, we are celebrating the love we have for the San Gabriel Valley community. We hope this day inspires you to visit one of your favorite local SGV spots or try something new. Whatever the day brings, we are happy to share this celebration with our San Gabriel Valley community. In a special episode of ActiveLab, our team members Alex, Alina, Andrea, and Carly share how they spent 626 Day together. They visited the Matilija Lending Library, enjoyed delicious food at Burritos La Palma,...

1 year ago

17 minutes

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Connecting Communities to the Coast with Go Coastal

Join host Carly and guest Gaby live from the Amtrak train with stunning beach views as they discuss Go Coastal, a program by ActiveSGV and the California Coastal Conservancy. Learn how this initiative made it easy to access the coast via public or active transportation, and discover its impact on reducing barriers for San Gabriel Valley residents. This episode covers recent Go Coastal events, highlighting bike and transit series that promoted coastal access and conservation education. To lear...

1 year ago

15 minutes

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Cyber Yogurt and the Parklet Project: A Community-Centered Venture

In the latest episode of ActiveLab, our host Alina interviews Pablo Tamashiro, the owner of Cyber Yogurt, a single-location, family-operated business in El Monte since 2009. Cyber Yogurt isn't just a local business; it's a community-centric hub shaped by Pablo’s dedication to health, sustainability, and active involvement in regional initiatives. Listen to learn about Cyber Yogurt’s community engagement participation in the parklet project, a collaboration with the city of El Monte and Active...

1 year ago

25 minutes

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Expanding Active Transportation in Alhambra: A Conversation with Jeshow Yang

In our latest episode of ActiveLab, we discuss Alhambra’s potential for transformation. Our guest, Jeshow Yang, a Program Manager of the Sustainable SGV program at APIFM and a long-time Alhambra resident, shares his insights on the exciting developments in active transportation within the community. Learn about dedicated bikeways to pedestrian infrastructure and how you can get involved. To learn more about Jeshow’s work and how you can support the push for sustainable transportation solution...

1 year ago

18 minutes

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Powering Sustainable Transportation: GoSGV’s Innovative E-Bike Program

In the latest episode of ActiveLab, join our team, Wes and Jazmin, as they enter into the world of GoSGV. Explore how GoSGV's innovative electric bike-share program is transforming sustainable transportation in the San Gabriel Valley. Discover upcoming GoSGV events where you can try out their electric bikes for free and learn what the future holds for this program. To stay informed about all things GoSGV, including rebate options and maintenance updates, visit www.gosgv.com and sign u...

1 year ago

24 minutes