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Pasadena Now: Senator Portantino Supports Pasadena Recommendations for Space Bank Cleanup

Wednesday, May 15 2019

Supporting the direction of the Pasadena City Council, Pasadena-area State Senator Anthony J. Portantino sent a letter Tuesday requesting that the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) adopt recommendations from the City for the toxic cleanup of the proposed site of an East Pasadena mixed-up use development.

La Cañada Valley Sun: Portantino receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor in historic Great Hall ceremony

Wednesday, May 15 2019

On Saturday state Sen. Anthony Portantino (D-La Cañada Flintridge) was among 93 international honorees to receive an Ellis Island Medal of Honor, given to individuals for their inspired service and contributions to the nation, in a ceremony at the national monument.

For 34 years, the Ellis Island Honor Society has bestowed the award on presidents, politicians, celebrities, dignitaries and extraordinary citizens alike. Past honorees include Ronald Reagan, Joe Biden, Coretta Scott King, Lee Iacocca and Muhammad Ali.

Senator Portantino Urges the Department of Toxic Substance Control to Adopt Pasadena’s Recommendations for the Space Bank Storage Removal Plan

Tuesday, May 14 2019

Pasadena, California – Today, State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D–La Cañada Flintridge) sent a letter requesting the Department of Toxic Substance Control to adopt the recommendations made by the City of Pasadena on the Space Bank Mini Storage Facility Draft Removal Action Work Plan (RAW). This request follows up on a previous letter written by Senator Portantino on April 10th requesting an extension of the comment period.

Asbarez: Portantino Awarded Ellis Island Medal of Honor

Tuesday, May 14 2019

Prestigious Award Bestowed in the Historic Grand Hall of the Ellis Island National Monument

California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino was awarded with the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor Award by the Ellis Island Honor Society on Saturday. He joined 92 awardees from around the county “whose accomplishments in their field and inspired service to our nation are worthy of commendation.”

Senator Anthony J. Portantino Awarded Ellis Island Medal of Honor Prestigious Award Bestowed in the Historic Grand Hall of the Ellis Island National Monument

Monday, May 13 2019

Ellis Island, New Jersey – On Saturday, California State Senator Anthony J.