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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)
December 4, 2025
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California Expands Drinking Water Supply with Major Infrastructure Projects: California has increased its annual drinking water supply by an estimated 2.9 billion gallons following the launch or completion of eight infrastructure projects across the state. Supported by approximately $590 million in grants and low-interest loans, these efforts include upgrades to wastewater treatment, implementation of recycled water systems, and new desalination facilities. The projects, serving regions from Orange County to the Bay Area and the Sierra, are designed to address water reliability and system modernization. Over one million residents are projected to benefit. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Dec 4)