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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) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Sacramento, CA Huntington Beach, CA
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) Westside Beaches Irvine, CA Monterey, CA
Sports
Lightning Defeat Kings 5-3 at crypto.com Arena. Tampa Bay Lightning secured a 5-3 win over the Los Angeles Kings at crypto.com Arena. The Lightning outpaced the Kings in scoring to clinch the victory. The game drew an attendance of 18,001. (Source: Townsquare Times on Jan 1) Los Angeles Kings Tampa Bay Lightning
Pistons Defeat Lakers 128-106 at crypto.com Arena. Detroit secured a commanding 128-106 win over the Lakers at crypto.com Arena. The Pistons controlled the pace throughout, building a sizable lead and holding off the home team. Attendance was announced at 18,997. (Source: Townsquare Times on Dec 30) Detroit Pistons Los Angeles Lakers
Lightning Edge Ducks 4-3 at Honda Center. Tampa Bay secured a close 4-3 victory over Anaheim at the Honda Center. The Ducks kept the game competitive, but fell just short in front of 16,214 fans. The Lightning held on to win by a single goal. (Source: Townsquare Times on Dec 30) Anaheim Ducks Tampa Bay Lightning
Texans Defeat Chargers 20-16 at SoFi Stadium. Houston topped Los Angeles 20-16 behind C.J. Stroud's 244 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. Woody Marks paced the ground game with 71 rushing yards, while Quentin Johnston led all receivers with 98 yards. The game was played before 73,066 fans at SoFi Stadium. (Source: Townsquare Times on Dec 26) Houston Texans Los Angeles Chargers
Falcons Edge Rams 27-24 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Bijan Robinson powered the Atlanta Falcons with 195 rushing yards and one touchdown to lead a close victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Matthew Stafford threw for 269 yards and two touchdowns but was intercepted three times. The game drew 69,313 fans to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Source: Townsquare Times on Dec 29) Atlanta Falcons Los Angeles Rams