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California’s Dichotomy: Rising Numbers of Ultra-Rich Residents Amidst Deepening Inequality

08/14/2023 10:31 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The prevailing dynamics take on even greater significance in a year marked by stock market rebounds and the flourishing of the artificial intelligence industry within the state, giving rise to new fortunes. Concurrently, growing disparities between workers and executives have positioned California at the heart of the resurgent labor movement in the United States. Strikes have reverberated from hotel staff near Disneyland to dockworkers, nurses, Hollywood writers, and actors, all demanding equitable compensation.

Excavation Underway for Mixed-Use Project With 280 Apartments Above Vons

08/14/2023 10:27 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

A substantial portion of this space will be designated for a new Vons outlet. Moreover, a raised courtyard spanning 30,000 square feet will be a central feature of the building. As a prerequisite for approval, Related California will be obligated to allocate 84 of the newly constructed apartments for lease at rates below the prevailing market rates. These units will have occupancy restrictions applicable to households with earnings ranging between 30 percent of the local median income and the threshold of moderate income. Oversight of the new affordable units will be managed by the Community Corp. of Santa Monica

School District Releases Plans for Civic Auditorium

08/14/2023 10:02 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The School District on Friday unveiled a nearly $227 million plan -- excluding the purchase cost -- to renovate and re-adapt the Civic Auditorium

Southeast L.A. County cities enact rent control

08/14/2023 7:55 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

In February, Maywood issued a 60-day rent freeze, then extended it through September. On July 26, the City Council approved a rent stabilization ordinance to take effect when the rent freeze ends, limiting annual rent increases on all units to 4%.

Maywood’s efforts mirror those in the neighboring cities of Bell Gardens and Cudahy.

Santa Methica is Not Safe Reads New Sign

08/10/2023 11:52 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

he sign, sponsored by the Santa Monica Coalition, accuses City Manager David White of making Santa Monica synonymous with meth by supporting the needle distribution program in the city's public parks

Legislature Set to Decide Fate of 20 Housing Bills

08/10/2023 10:07 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

Landlords could be limited to collecting the equivalent of one month's rent as security deposit and cities could be prohibited from encouraging landlords to turn away or evict tenants who have committed a crime.

Those are two of the 20 housing-related bills the California Legislature will consider in its final month of action after a record number of bills was introduced during the current session, according to a report to the Rent Control Board.

Some LA Landlords seek relief from rent hike freeze

08/09/2023 5:18 PM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

The rent freeze runs through February 2024, but some say that the ordinance is unconstitutional.

Matthew Millen has been a landlord since 1979, when he purchased a three-unit building in San Pedro and he said he relies on the property for his income.

It’s personal now - Charles Andrews

08/09/2023 7:42 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

I take it personally when you are destroying my adopted hometown of 37 years. It’s hard to take so many slings and arrows of outrageous corruption, for so long. When you feel there is little you can do about it. It’s my town, it’s a small city, we residents should have more control.

Man Arrested for Attacking Councilmember Part of Legal Revolving Door, Police Say

08/08/2023 9:41 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

When Councilmember Phil Brock was attacked on the Promenade on July 16, it marked the third time the suspect was arrested in less than a month, a pattern Santa Monica police say reflects a legal revolving door.

Sawyer Walden Allee -- a 20-year-old homeless man apparently suffering from mental health issues -- was arrested and booked by Santa Monica police for simple battery and grand theft person. He was released from County jail ten days later on his own recognizance.

S.M.a.r.t article: Save the Civic – Keep it Alive

08/07/2023 8:55 AM | Margaret Fulton (Administrator)

As the years rolled on, newer and larger venues began dominating the region’s entertainment scene. Unfortunately, combined with a new development-oriented Planning Commission and City Council, the Civic Center land was perhaps appealing to some as ripe for redevelopment. The Santa Monica Civic Auditorium closed its doors in 2013, ending an era of cultural significance. Its future remained uncertain, and discussions of repurposing the site ensued.