Category Archives: County Supervisors

Progress on the Dog Park, Maybe?

Posted on August 7, 2024 by Sue

By: CHAZ PLAGER Look, I love my dog. And he loves our house. We’re lucky enough to have a spacious yard to put him in, with space to use as a toilet. But sometimes you want your dog to socialize … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals/Pets, City Councilmember Park, County Supervisors | 4 Comments

Diversion Program Suggested for Attempted Murder

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Sue

Early Friday Morning, Palisades resident and a Santa Monica store owner John Alle sent the following email: Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. I’ll be face-to-face in a courtroom for the first time in a Preliminary Hearing with the transient addict … Continue reading →

Posted in businesses/stores, County Supervisors, Homelessness | 13 Comments

RVs Parked Next to Ocean Could Heighten Bacterial Levels

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Sue

Among some of the hottest days of the summer, many nearby L.A. County Beaches have been closed because of elevated bacterial levels from fecal matter. Storm drains that operate during the dry season were installed as part of Prop O, … Continue reading →

Posted in County Supervisors, Crime/Police, Environmental | 2 Comments

Coastal Commission Received Bike Path Information in June

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Sue

The cement bike path, that was part of the Marvin Braude Beach Trail Gap Closure Project, collapsed in early February. Water from heavy rains ran under the bridge and took out supports, closing the paved bike path at Will Rogers … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, County Supervisors | 3 Comments

Street Vendors Do Not Play by the Rules: Melee in Santa Monica

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Sue

What happens if street vendors are not regulated in L.A. County and L.A. City? It seems it could lead to a dangerous free-for-all as vendors try to stake out territory. KABC reported  that “A fight involving about 20 men near … Continue reading →

Posted in City, County Supervisors | 2 Comments

Viewpoint: Finally, LAHSA Is Releasing the Count

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Sue

Well, looky, looky. Finally, on Thursday, June 27, the Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA) is releasing its January “Point in Time” count. And, they’re releasing it the same day as the U.S. Presidential debate. Now, why would they do … Continue reading →

Posted in County Supervisors, General, Homelessness, Viewpoint | 3 Comments

Ordinance 41.18 Misunderstood by Some Councilmembers

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Sue

City Ordinance 41.18, which was passed in 2021 by the City Council is now coming under fire from Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky and incoming Council President Marqueece Harris Dawson, who do not understand its purpose. This ordinance is not meant to … Continue reading →

Posted in City, City Councilmember Park, County Supervisors, Homelessness | 8 Comments

Topanga Canyon Boulevard Reopens Today, June 2, 2024

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Sue

Topanga Canyon Boulevard that linked Pacific Coast Highway with the San Fernando Valley, will reopen today, Sunday, June 2. The road was closed on March 9, when a rainstorm triggered a mud slide, closing a portion of State Route 27. … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, County Supervisors, Environmental | 2 Comments

“Lola’s Folly” Would Have Allowed More Felons Roaming LA

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Sue

By KRISHNA THANGAVELU There are serious crimes waves in areas of Los Angeles, such as Westchester and also in Santa Monica. Residents in Westchester are taking shooting lessons and families do not feel safe in their homes, at day or … Continue reading →

Posted in City, Community, County Supervisors, Crime/Police | 5 Comments

Political Vendor Sets up on Via de la Paz

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Sue

A street vendor, with politically-themed T-shirts, hats and other memorabilia is selling on the sidewalk on Via de la Paz. There have been several residents upset about not only selling on the sidewalk, but also his merchandize that includes T-shirts … Continue reading →

Posted in City, County Supervisors | 6 Comments