Park Access Funding: California State Parks is asking for public input on the draft guide for a $188.5 million competitive grant program to expand park access in low-income communities, with comments due June 26. Extreme Heat Response: LA County Public Health launched a Heat-Related Illness and Mortality Dashboard to track heat impacts by region and demographics as summer ramps up. Clean California Recognition: Pasadena is set to receive a Clean California Community designation sign at City Hall, highlighting long-term litter reduction and beautification efforts. Wildlife Safety: Two mountain lion kittens were fatally struck on Southern California roads within days, renewing calls for wildlife crossings and better habitat connectivity. Solar for Renters and Small Setups: The state Senate passed SB 868, the “Plug And Play Solar Act,” creating a definition for portable plug-in solar and easing rules for small devices. Water Infrastructure Equity: A Pasadena nonprofit hosted a workshop on “language justice” for water and environmental advocacy, including a bilingual stormwater glossary. Public Safety Protections: California Senate advanced SB 995, the Masuma Khan Justice Act, to increase oversight of private immigration detention facilities.