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It's not just about what's now, but what's Next.
Governor Signs Package of Transportation Safety/Funding Bills...more later today at Streetsblog.
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“I’m disappointed in the result for a bill that would have better protected our public health and environment. For decades, manufacturers of PFAS chemicals have been exposing us to toxins that lead to cancer, liver and kidney disease, decreased fertility..."
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Commissioner Lara and Senator Allen Limit “the List” as Consumer Protection Measure is Signed by Governor
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Main Street Block Party Is This weekend. Monthly OPA Meeting is tonight!
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Senate Bill 79 has cleared the finish line, signed by governor.
Bill changes zoning near transit, supporters believe it will lead to more transit oriented development.
The legislation was backed by the City Council (6-1) but opposed by many neighborhood groups.
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New legislation could make it easier for colleges (including Santa Monica College) to build housing on their own land for student living.
SMC has a proposal for a nearly 300 unit affordable housing project on Bundy Campus, partially funded by 2022's Measure SMC.
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Patrons can show their library card at aa diverse array of local businesses offering discounts and offers for entertainment, fitness classes, dog training, coffee, wine, dining and more:
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First up for @streetsblogca.bsky.social's short video series is a look at Santa Monica's first mile/last mile work around Bergamot Station.
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The Santa Monica College Music Department continues the 2025 Fall Jazz Series with renowned saxophonist, flutist, and clarinetist Justo Almario performing on Friday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Music Hall...
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Governor Gavin Newsom has until October 12 to sign or veto legislation passed during the recently concluded legislative session. If he doesn't act on a piece of legislation, it's considered vetoed.
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Our friend Abby Arnold continues her chronicles from last week's "Week without Driving" in Sonoma with her experience riding "the poor people's bus."
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Jasson Martinez, From Samohi Student to Samohi Teacher
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"The long-anticipated project to replace and upgrade the 86-year-old Santa Monica Pier Bridge will break ground by the end of the year, following the construction contract approval at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. "
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The Santa Monica Pier Corporation and UCLA Health collaborate to promote healthy lifestyles, community connection, and access to care at the final Wellness & Waves of the year this Saturday.
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Advocates: Governor Needs to Sign Bill to Modernize Red Light Regulations
California hasn't updated its red light camera regulations in 30 years.
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Santa Monica Joins 29-city Lawsuit to Protect Federal Emergency and Disaster Funding
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Kool Happenings is on hiatus for October while Shelia travels.
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Recap of this week's news and a list of October events happening around town.
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City Continues Funding for Neighborhood Groups with Condition Against Candidate Endorsements
Seascape is also to return under a new framework for community groups.
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Council Shorts: Modest reform to neighborhood group funding, extension of affordable housing bundling program.
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Check out the @streetsblogca.bsky.social video for California Clean Air Day tomorrow! Don't forget BBB rides will be free all day on 10/1.
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Bike It! Walk It! Bus It! Week is back next week with another week of FREE RIDES for Santa Monica K-12 students. During Bike It! Bus It! Walk It! Week students are encouraged to try eco-friendly modes of transportation like walking, biking, or taking transit.
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From phones to power tools: Santa Monica Fire Department urges residents to know the risks of lithium-ion batteries this Fire Prevention Week
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OPA Newsletter - All the news from last week, and big events for this week including tonight's City Council meeting.
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ICYMI - Big vote at City Council tomorrow that will impact housing growth (affordable and otherwise.) .
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Image speaks for the article. BBB now goes straight to SoFi.
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Free rides on Big Blue Buses this Wednesday.
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Op/Ed: Santa Monica’s Biggest Pro-Housing Policy is on the Chopping Block
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Prop 50 reaffirms Californians’ desire to set higher clean air standards, and build transportation projects that don’t worsen the global spiral into climate disaster.
YES ON 50!
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As the state battles the feds over EV funding, mandates, and rebates car company executives make good rhetorical foils. But they can't be held responsible for the state's shortcomings.
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