TONIGHT: OPA Monthly Meeting: This month’s meeting will be at the 2601 Main St. Library starting with food and mingling at 6:00pm. We will also be hybrid on Zoom. Here is the Zoom link to join the meeting starting at 6:30pm. Here’s the draft agenda and here’s schedule:
- 6:00 – 6:30pm: Food, refreshments and mingling
- 6:30 – 7:00pm: SMPD Chief Batista
- 7:00 – 7:30pm: PRO/CON Discussion of the $495 million SMMUSD facilities bond measure on the November ballot: Steve Massetti (bond consultant) and Dr. Antonio Shelton (Superintendent) will be speaking on behalf of the bond and Nikki Kolhoff (Friends of Sunset Park Board Member) speaking against it.
- 7:30 – 8:30: Board business, including upcoming calendar of events (11/2 Howl-o-Ween, 12/8 Holiday Party, OPA Election, & more)
SaMo Election News:
- County Clerk Snafu on Bond Measures Confuses School District Voters: With ballots being sent out to voters in Santa Monica and Malibu, voters noticed that school bond measures intended solely within School Facility Improvement District #1 (Santa Monica) and District #2 (Malibu) both appeared on the Nov. 5 election ballot. More details here.
- SMPD’s Comprehensive Plan for a Safe and Secure Election Season: This SaMo.gov post details how the Police Dept. is being “vigilant in scanning for any potential threats that could disrupt voting at polling centers and ballot boxes across the city. By closely monitoring social media platforms, we aim to detect any early signs of possible interference or unrest. Additionally, we are engaged in regular meetings with surrounding law enforcement agencies, the local NAACP, and the Los Angeles ADL office to stay informed and work collaboratively with community partners.”
- SaMo Patch’s Election Guide: This article details “What’s On The Ballot, What To Know”.
SOCKtober is back! “Socks are the #1 requested item in homeless shelters and rehab facilities, so please donate new socks for all ages at SMTT’s Visitor Center, 2427 Main St. Participate in Santa MoniCARES’ SOCKtober collection drive now until Oct. 31, to make an impact in our community. Last year, we gathered 1,100 pairs of socks, and this year, we aim to match or beat that number.” More details here.
Airport Conversion Survey Deadline: October 20: Phase 2 of planning for the airport closure/conversion is in progress and the city has created a survey for residents to share your thoughts on its future. Don’t miss this opportunity to voice what uses you want on the Santa Monica Airport property. CLICK HERE to take the survey.
Things To Do This Week:
- Technology Street Fair on Ocean Avenue (Monday 10am – 7pm): Whether you’re in the tech world or simply curious, this event brings together more than 2,000 key players from LA’s tech ecosystem — venture capitalists, startups, incubators, and accelerators. Explore rows of startup showcases, experience live tech activations, and meet some of LA’s top investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders. To learn more and buy tickets click here.
- All You Can Carry Pumpkin Patch @ Downtown Farmers Market (Wednesday): For $10 per person, kids and adults can take home all the pumpkins that can be carried in one trip. No helpers, no carts, no bags, just a bit of muscle, some luck and tons of fun. All are invited to try to beat last year’s record of six pumpkins. The patch opens at 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. or when the pumpkins are all carried off. Find the patch at the intersection of Arizona Ave. and Second St.
- Free Walk-In Legal Clinic (Wednesday 4:30 – 7pm): Santa Monica residents can meet one on one with a lawyer from Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles for help with HOUSING issues. More details here.
OPA & City Meetings:
- Landmarks Commission Meeting (Monday 7pm): More details & agenda here.
- OPA Connects Meeting (Wednesday 12pm): Here is the Zoom link.
- Planning Commission Meeting (Wednesday 6pm): More details & agenda here.
- SM Mobility Projects Update Meeting with City Staff (Wednesday 6:30pm via Zoom): SaMoDOT Mobility Staff will present updates on bike and pedestrian projects and safety campaigns. City Staff will review recent and upcoming project work followed by a Q&A.SaMoDOT Mobility Staff will present updates on bike and pedestrian projects and safety campaigns. City Staff will review recent and upcoming project work followed by a Q&A. More details here.
- Housing Commission Meeting (Thursday 6pm): Click Here for agenda.
