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December 12, 2025
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Examining Civic Memory and Development Challenges in Santa Monica: Santa Monica's City Council faces ongoing challenges balancing the preservation of community character with the demands of new development. Council members, often motivated by a genuine concern for the city, grapple with regulations and financial pressures that can limit their ability to protect the city's historical identity. Issues such as campaign finance and development interests complicate decision-making, sometimes resulting in the loss of local heritage. This column explores how these dynamics shape the future of Santa Monica. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 12)