North of Montana Association Santa Monica, CA

NOMA Meetings

NOMA Monthly Meeting
February 2, 2023
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
State Senator Ben Allen, Mayor Pro Tem Lana Negrete, David White, City Manager, Annual Board Elections
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City of Santa Monica Meetings

City Council
February 14, 2023
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Planning Commission
February 1, 2023
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A Message from Police Chief Bautista

January 27, 2023 5:34 PM

Dear Santa Monica Community,

The Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Tyre Nichols and the entire Memphis community. SMPD holds dear the sanctity of human life, is steadfastly committed to our oath of office, and embodies the ethos of Constitutional policing by treating everyone with dignity and respect. Our values (integrity, courage, accountability, innovation, and respect) guide our actions and behaviors. SMPD unequivocally condemns the actions of the five officers involved in this incident, as they do NOT represent the principles of our profession. At the Santa Monica Police Department, we honor our commitment of serving and protecting our community.

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Santa Monica 9-1-1 Education Series

As you know, most emergencies start with a 9-1-1 call. Making that call in an emergent situation can be a stressful process. The Santa Monica Office of Emergency Management’s public safety communication team has created a video series to educate Santa Monica residents, employees, and visitors about reporting emergencies and other Santa Monica service requests.

9-1-1 Dispatch Education Video Series Link

Letter to Planning Commission re Agenda Item 9A

The Planning Commission

From: NOMA Board

Date: January 17, 2023

Re: Agenda Item 9A

The NOMA Board supports the concepts expressed in the letter sent to the Planning Commission by members Jim Ries, Leslie Lambert and Nina Fresco asking the City Council to request the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) amend the City’s certified Housing Element to enhance Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH). READ MORE >

Spring Recreation Registration is Now Open

Priority online registration for spring recreation programs at the parks is now open to Santa Monica residents. Non-resident registration will open Wednesday, February 1 at 6:00 a.m. Online registration is required; walk-up registration is not available.

Santa Monica Fire Department Strategic Plan Survey

Dear Santa Monica Community,

The Santa Monica Fire Department (SMFD) is engaging in a comprehensive strategic planning process that will help guide our department over the next five years. Strategic planning can serve as an opportunity to unify internal and external stakeholders through a shared vision as we continue to identify ways to improve the service we provide to our community. This plan will help build effective strategies that align with the values, needs, and expectations of those we serve.

To ensure that members of our community have an opportunity to provide input to the SMFD Strategic Plan, we have developed a short survey that we are asking you to complete. Please take a few moments to provide your feedback at the link below.

Take Survey Now

Big Blue Bus Service Changes in 2023

As of January 15, 2023, the Big Blue Bus made schedule changes on 16 routes to improve service reliability. The Big Blue Bus remains challenged by a nationwide bus operator shortage, which has increased the number of late and canceled buses. Although many steps have been taken to hire and train more qualified workers, service has been temporarily reduced to match current staffing levels, and provide riders with more predictable service. Read More >

Important Notice from Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City (SMCLC)

December 23, 2022

Dear friend of SMCLC,

A group calling itself the “Santa Monica Coalition” has recently been in the news. Please note that this is NOT the “Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City” but a totally different organization, using a name which is misleadingly close to ours.

Indeed, one news outlet quoted two individuals who have absolutely nothing to do with SMCLC, and incorrectly used “Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City” and “Santa Monica Coalition” interchangeably.

Do not be misled.

The Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City (SMCLC) will always use our full name or initials and include a link to our website (www.SMCLC.net) in our work. And unlike this group, we are transparent about our officers and board members.

NOMA Has a New Landmark!

Photo by Bruce Leddy

Congratulations to Katherine Holtz and the Shank family on the recent designation of their home at 325 Georgina as an officially recognized Santa Monica Landmark. In 1910, the two-story Craftsman house was designed by renowned architect Frederick Roehrig and built for noted Pasadena philanthropist Arthur H. Fleming as his summer vacation home, at a cost of $9000. Our thanks to Katherine and her family for their efforts which will preserve this beautiful home for generations to come.

Santa Monica Housing Element Update

State law requires the City of Santa Monica to update its Housing Element every eight years. For information on the Housing Element, please check out the Housing Element Update website or email HousingUpdate@smgov.net if you have any questions.

Crime Mapping

Click here for a map of local police activity in Santa Monica. Use the Santa Monica Police Department's crime mapping system to obtain crime information and register for crime alerts.

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