Episode 16: Former Pasadena Mayor Rick Cole

Rick Cole, the Executive Director of the Congress for the New Urbanism joins the show to discuss his work in addressing housing challenges, the importance of knowing and understanding our past, and how we need to create a foundation for a stronger Pasadena.

Rick served as a member of the Pasadena City Council for twelve years and was Vice Mayor from 1990-1992 and Mayor from 1992-1994. He is a recognized city administrator and executive that was the City Manager of Azusa, Ventura, and Santa Monica. In addition, he served as Los Angeles Deputy Mayor for Budget and Innovation.