Damien Newton

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Damien is the executive director of the Southern California Streets Initiative which publishes Santa Monica Next, Streetsblog Los Angeles, Streetsblog San Francisco, Streetsblog California and Longbeachize.

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Santa Monica Walks Wants to Know : What Are Your Experiences Walking in Santa Monica?

On Facebook, Santa Monica Walks is asking for your help re-identifying some of the most dangerous experiences in Santa Monica. Following, the passage of...

The Salary Discussion: Let’s Start with the Basics

Last week's report on salaries of the top earners in Santa Monica has struck a nerve and dominated the political discussion in the city...

Happy Birthday, Bike Center!

Happy 5th birthday to our BFFs at Bike Center. They have a party planned tonight that if it weren't my own birthday I would...

Right-Wing Hit Piece on SaMo Employees Unravels Under Basic Scrutiny

Earlier this week, CBS2 News breathlessly reported the "news" that Santa Monica City Employees make more money than those of surrounding cities. The report,...

WaiveCar, Free Car-Share Program Tested in Santa Monica, Plans Expansion Throughout Los Angeles

Last January, WaiveCar launched in Venice and Santa Monica, but now the company has plans to allow licensed drivers access to "free cars" throughout...

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