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Legislature Rejects Governor’s Proposed Cuts to Active Transportation, Intercity Rail
Earlier this week,the CA Legislature released its own budget plan in response to Governor Newsom's May Revise budget. Negotiations are ongoing, with discussions...
As Newsom’s Budget Slashes Funds for Bike/Walk Safety; His Own Transportation Commission Lauds Program
Agreed: ATP Is KeyAt last week's meeting of the California Transportation Commission, there was one opportunity for people to comment on the threatened cuts to the...
CA Will Continue to Undermine its Climate Goals by Widening Highways
Freeway WideningThe California Transportation Commission (CTC) went through the motions of listening to objections raised by opponents of a freeway widening project near Sacramento,...
Active Transportation Program Cut Because Administration Wants to Prioritize Highways
The Active Transportation Program "is a key aspect of Caltrans' responsibilities," a Department of Finance representative told an Assembly budget subcommittee today.But it may...
Governor Announces “May Revise” Budget Proposal
Saying he had "largely preserved climate investments," Governor Newsom issued his May Revise for the state budget today. While details were sparse - his office...
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Learn About the History of Muscle Beach at Pier 360
Via the Santa Monica Conservancy...Discover the legendary history of...
OPA Update 6/26/25: 4th of July Parade Updates, Ocean Park Summer Picnic Series Kicks Off Tonight, & Other Things To Do This Weekend
OPA Membership Drive: If you enjoy this newsletter and all the events...
City Council Adopts 2025-2027 Biennial Budget and 2025-2026 Capital Improvements Budget
Facing revenue challenges due to an uncertain national outlook...
Gruber: Converting Santa Monica Airport Into a Park, Time to Talk about Time
This article first appears at the Healthy City Local.In...