1 Vernice Hankins
From: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, June 27, 2022 10:28 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Jacqui Swartz
Subject: Item 10B. Permanent Outdoors Parklet Program - "no subleasing" clause
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Can a "no subleasing" clause be added so that a business can't use the neighbors 2 spaces - just the 2 (max) spaces in front of their business.
This would also prevent outside businesses renting space on the street.
Mark Gorman
2nd Street Santa Monica
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June 28, 2022
City Council
City of Santa Monica
1685 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
RE: Item 10.B – Permanent Santa Monica Outdoors Parklet Program Dear Mayor and Council Members:
On behalf of the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce—representing 600 local businesses in Santa Monica—we write in support of item 10.B on tonight’s agenda.
The outdoor business permit program has been a lifeline for so many businesses during the pandemic. It has kept customers served, workers employed, and tax revenue flowing into the city.
As we transition into a post-pandemic, new normal, many businesses, customers, and residents alike find that doing business outdoors—in our sunny, temperate, beachfront community—is pleasant as well as safe.
We thank the City for swiftly standing up the Temporary Use of Outdoor Areas permit program, and for the waiver of those permit fees.
Those actions by the City enabled many of our businesses to survive some very tough months.
We strongly encourage you to make this program permanent.
Sincerely,
Judy Kruger Michael Ricks
President/CEO 2021-22 Board Chair
Matt Stauffer
Executive Vice President of External Affairs
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From: Karen Blechman <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 11:48 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: City Council Meeting 6/28/22 Item 10B
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Dear City Council,
Re: Item 10 B
I am opposed to the City's parklet program becoming permanent for several reasons:
1) I feel it is entirely unfair to retailers that restaurants and bars have been allowed to take over street parking. This program should be discontinued now that full indoor seating has returned. Why should some establishments be allowed to expand their profits at the expense of others?
2) The barricades and seating shelters are unsightly, heavily detracting from the appearance of the streets affected. These kind of hastily thrown together structures are a far cry from the charming sidewalk cafes of Europe. The foreign visitors whom the City would like to attract are going to be repelled rather than attracted by the present appearance of streets such as Ocean Park's Main Street.
3) These parklets are hindering visibility for drivers and pedestrians, creating the potential for traffic accidents. The City could be liable if someone is hurt or killed as a result.
Please do not allow these parklets to remain.
Karen Blechman
Ocean Park resident since 1994
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From: Allison-Claire Acker <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 1:07 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Pro Parklets
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In support of making the parklets permanent.
Love having more outdoor space and a huge boon for struggling restaurants.
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From: Daphne Dennis <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 12:47 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Item 10B Permanent Outdoor Parklet Program
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Dear Councilmembers,
My husband and I wholeheartedly support making the outdoor parklet program permanent. We have so much enjoyed the opportunity to support our neighborhood businesses with the outdoor dining options available through this program.
We urge your support for making this program permanent.
All best, Daphne Dennis and John Given
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From: Karen Rigberg <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 1:56 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Please keep the parklets
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As a 20 year resident of Santa Monica, the parklets have enhanced our neighborhoods for residents and visitors. The sense of community and joy that has accompanied the parklets ‐ whether eating in them or walking by them ‐ is simply wonderful. I live off of Montana Ave. and if they could be more permanent then they could be built to last which would only enhance their appearance and positive impact on our community. This is maybe one of the few positive effects of the pandemic ‐ especially as so many storefronts are now vacant.
Thank you,
Karen Rigberg
532 11th Street
Santa Monica 90402
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From: Len Lanzi <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 1:39 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Making Outdoor Parklets Permanent
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Dear Santa Monica City Council:
As a business member who has worked in Santa Monica for the past 12 years, I wholeheartedly support the making of outdoor parklets permanent and affordable to the restaurants that choose to have them.
The past two years have proven that the parklets are compatible with other businesses and residents. As the Co‐Chair of the Santa Monica Chamber Business Recovery Taskforce in 2020 and 2021, I have heard from business owners and residents alike that the outdoor eating spaces are beneficial to all. Please make our outdoor parklets permanent.
Yours in service,
Leonard Lanzi
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