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Tracy Condon Retiring from Rent Control Board

06/27/2023 9:24 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

Condon confirmed she plans to retire by the end of the year and hopes a successor can be hired in time for the two to overlap for several weeks.

Santa Monica’s march towards modernization continues unabated

06/27/2023 9:19 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

However, it’s safe to say that no one, or at least very few, expected four large-scale demolition and construction projects to be simultaneously undertaken, all within a two block radius of the former Vons site at 710 Broadway.

The first of the three additional projects is directly opposite the 710 Broadway site, adjacent to the entrance to the Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery car park, at 1527 Lincoln Blvd. The next is just around the corner and behind the Von’s site, at 711 Colorado Ave and finally the last new development is at 1430 Lincoln Blvd, the car park many of went to buy Christmas trees, next to Centinela Feed and Pet Supplies.

Approval of $745M annual budget anchors Tuesday council meeting

06/26/2023 9:40 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The revised FY 2023-25 Citywide Budget amounts to approximately $745 million and $750.6 million for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25, respectively. The operating budget for the city is $641 million and $664.7 million for the respective fiscal years.

Rents to Rise 2.8 Percent in September

06/26/2023 9:13 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The Rent Control Board on Thursday approved a mandated 2.8 percent rent increase that kicks in September 1 and opted to place a $67 cap.

Final Showdown Tuesday In Voting Rights Case

06/26/2023 9:12 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The final showdown in a seven-year voting rights lawsuit against the City that could alter the future of both state and local politics will take place Tuesday.

At 9 a.m., the California Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case that claims Santa Monica's at-large elections for City Council violate the rights of Latino voters.

SMa.r.t. A Comfortable City for All

06/26/2023 9:11 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

Now, this Facebook post sheds light on a bigger issue facing Santa Monica. Poor planning, inconsiderate design, and weak communication have made it tough for residents to navigate our city’s man-made environment. We’re talking about parking structure signs blocking our view of oncoming traffic, misbehaving bus benches, unenforced noise regulations, and infrequent bus service (although it is improving now, to be fair). It’s a mess that affects folks of all ages, not just seniors.

Rent Control Board Announces 2023 General Adjustment of 2.8%

06/23/2023 1:24 PM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The Santa Monica Rent Control Board has announced a 2.8 percent general adjustment (annual rent increase) to controlled rents effective September 1, 2023. Following a public hearing on June 8, the Board voted to limit the amount of the increase to $67 for units with current Maximum Allowable Rents (MARs) of $2,375 and above.

SHARE THIS Facebook Twitter HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS How Much Can My Rent Go Up Right Now? Here’s Your LA Rent Hike Cheat Sheet

06/22/2023 8:57 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

However, different parts of L.A. have very different rules on rent increases. Some cities have local forms of rent control. Others don’t. These rules can be very confusing. To sort it all out for you, we’ve put together a short guide to the laws in different parts of Southern California.

Rental Housing Providers Need Solutions, Not Limitations

06/21/2023 8:58 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

by Mathew Millen

AB 12 is simply not a solution. I know owners who allow applicants to spread their security deposits over a couple of months. There are supplemental programs to help Californians get and stay housed, like Section 8. We need similar programs to help Californians with security deposits. One potential solution may be some kind of renter security deposit loan program, because at the end of the day renters who don’t destroy property get their deposits back.

Resident anger and frustration over homelessness response reaches City Council

06/21/2023 8:54 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The night’s agenda had no specific item related to the subject meaning Council was prevented from addressing the speakers directly but the theme of the criticism was clear: patience is wearing thin when it comes to chronic homelessness and crime in the city.