Agenda packet — Santa Monica City Council, February 11, 2025 (part 3 of 5)

• Special district formation proceedings involving the creation of a special use or benefit to the person in the district
• Tentative subdivision and parcel maps
• Zoning variances
• Vacation of a public easement across private property • Pre-applications, such as for General Plan Amendment, considered by the legislative body prior to filing of formal application
• Contracts entered under the City Manager’s Authority
• Closed session items that may result in a contract/settlement agreement approved by Council (real estate or litigation)
It does not apply to:
• Purely ministerial decisions
• General policy decisions or rules where the interests affected are many and diverse
• Ordinances and resolutions (except items like development agreements adopted by ordinance)
• Ballot measures
• Departmental policies
• Council rules
• Contracts awarded to the lowest responsive/responsible bidder (not applicable in Santa Monica)
• Labor contracts and project labor agreements
• Personal employment contracts
• Allocation of resources in the City budget

2. Who is required to disclose?
A “party” to a proceeding is any person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding. In general, a person or company who applies for a permit, license, or right to use property in a particular way, which requires the City’s discretionary approval, will qualify as a party.

Parties are also required to disclose contributions by their agents. An “agent” is someone who (1) represents a party to a proceeding for compensation; and (2) appears before or otherwise communicates with the City for the purpose of influencing the pending proceeding. This can include law firms, architects, engineers, consultants, and similar entities. Both the individual and their employer or firm are considered “agents.” A party should also disclose contributions of other entities majority owned by the party, as well as contributions of any other entity whose contributions it directs or controls.

3. What must be disclosed?
A party must disclose campaign contributions over $250 made in the prior twelve months.

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other expenses coordinated with a candidate or committee, loans, tickets to political fundraisers, etc.

4. Who is considered an officer of the City?
An “officer” is anyone who may make, participate in making, or attempt to influence a decision in the proceeding or who exercises authority over officers who may do so. This includes elected officials, members of appointed boards and commissions, the City Manager, and any individual who is a candidate for elected office or who has been a candidate in the twelve months prior to the decision. This definition is included on the Disclosure Form.

5. When should the disclosure occur?
The Disclosure Form must be completed (1) by a party to a contract with the City (or that party’s agent) at the time the party submits a response to a Request for Proposal or other competitive solicitation, enters into contract negotiations with the City, or executes a contract with the City, whichever is earliest; or (2) by a party to a license, permit, or other entitlement proceeding before the City at the time the party (or their agent) submits the license, permit, or entitlement application to the City. The party (or their agent) must submit a supplemental form if they make any new reportable contributions while the same contract, license, permit, or other entitlement is being considered. The party (or their agent) must also use the form if they need to correct any previously submitted form.

Parties are solely responsible for completing the form accurately, and could face penalties for failure to do so. The California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) is the body who enforces violations of the Levine Act. If a party is uncertain about whether they are required to report or combine a contribution, they should consult with their attorney.

Nothing herein constitutes legal advice and individuals are urged to consult with their own attorney regarding the requirements of the law. To the extent there is any inconsistency, the language of the Levine Act and FPPC Regulations govern over this notice. Resources for officers, parties, participants, and agents, are available on the FPPC’s website at https://www.fppc.ca.gov/learn/pay-to-play-limits-and-prohibitions.html Doc ID: b6d6eb52cf362acabbac57f63cf394ad6dfaa651

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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

OAKS INITIATIVE NOTICE

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS, BIDDERS, PROPOSERS

AND OTHERS SEEKING DISCRETIONARY PERMITS, CONTRACTS,

OR OTHER BENEFITS FROM THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
Santa Monica’s voters adopted a City Charter amendment commonly known as the Oaks Initiative. The Oaks Initiative requires the City to provide this notice and information about the Initiative’s requirements. You may obtain a full copy of the Initiative’s text from the City Clerk.

This information is required by City Charter Article XXII—Taxpayer Protection.

It prohibits a public official from receiving, and a person or entity from conferring, specified personal benefits or campaign advantages from a person or entity after theofficial votes, or otherwise takes official action, to award a “public benefit” to that person or entity. The prohibition applies within and outside of the geographical boundaries of SantaMonica.

All persons or entities applying or receiving public benefits from the City of Santa Monica shall provide the names of trustees, directors, partners, and officers, and names of persons with more than a 10% equity, participation or revenue interest. An exception exists for persons serving in those capacities as volunteers, without compensation, for organizations exempt from income taxes under Section 501(c)(3), (4), or (6), of the Internal Revenue Code. However, this exception does not apply if the organization is a political committee or controls political committees.

Examples of a “public benefit” include public contracts to provide goods or services worth more than $25,000 or a land use approval worth more than $25,000 over a 12- month period.

In order to facilitate compliance with the requirements of the Oaks Initiative, theCity compiles and maintains certain information. That information includes the name of any personorpersons whois seeking a “publicbenefit.” If the“public benefit” is sought by an entity, ratherthan an individual person, the information includes the nameof everyperson who is: (a) trustee, (b) director, (c) partner, (d) officer, or has (e) more than a ten percent interest in the entity. Therefore, if you are seeking a “public benefit” covered by the Oaks Initiative, you must supply that information on the Oaks Initiative Disclosure Form. This information must be updated and supplied every 12 months.

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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

OAKS INITIATIVE DISCLOSURE FORM
In order to facilitate compliance with the requirements of the Oaks Initiative, the City compiles and maintains certain information. That information includes the name of any person or persons who is seeking a “public benefit.” If the “public benefit” is sought by an entity, rather than an individual person, the information includes the name of every person who is: (a) trustee, (b) director, (c) partner, (d) officer, or has (e) more than a ten percent interest in the entity.

Public benefits include:

1. Personal services contracts in excess of $25,000 over any 12-monthperiod;

2. Sale of material, equipment or supplies to the City in excess of $25,000 over a 12- month period;

3. Purchase, sale or lease of real property to or from the City in excess of $25,000 over a 12- month period;

4. Non-competitive franchise awards with gross revenue of $50,000 or more inany 12-month period;

5. Land use variance, special use permit, or other exception to an established land use plan, where the decision has a value in excess of $25,000;

6. Tax “abatement, exception, or benefit” of a value in excess of $5,000 in any 12- month period; or

7. Payment of “cash or specie” of a net value to the recipient of $10,000 in any 12- month period.

Name(s) of persons or entities receiving public benefit:

Name(s) of trustees, directors, partners, and officers:

Name(s) of persons with more than a 10% equity, participation, or revenue interest:

Prepared by: Title:

Signature: Date:

Email: Phone:

Permit #
FOR CITY USE ONLY:

Bid/PO/Contract #
[email protected]
Jonathan Simkin CEO
01 / 13 / 2025
(415) 483-9777
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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

CALIFORNIA LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURE
In 2022, California’s SB1439 extended requirements under Government Code Section 84308, also known as the "Levine Act", to prohibit City “Officers” from participating in any action related to a contract, license, permit, or entitlement if such Officer received campaign contributions totaling more than $250 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date of a final decision, from a party or participant to the proceeding, or their agent.

Section 84308(a)(4) of the Levine Act defines an "Officer" as follows: “Officer” means any elected or appointed officer of an agency, any alternate to an elected or appointed officer of an agency, and any candidate for elective office in an agency. The term “Officer” is further defined 2 Cal. Code Regs. Section 18438.1, which states:

An officer of an agency includes only those persons who make, participate in making, or in any way attempt to use their official position to influence a decision in the license, permit, or entitlement for use proceeding, or who exercise authority or budgetary control over the agency or officers who may do so, and:
(1) Serve in an elected position, including an official appointed to an elected position due to an interim vacancy or an election otherwise canceled because the official was the sole candidate for the position;
(2) Serve as a member of a board or commission;
(3) Serve as the chief executive of a state agency, or county, city or district of any kind; or
(4) Have decision making authority with respect to the proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use and is also a candidate for elected office or has been a candidate for elective office in the 12 months prior to the proceeding.

A list of Santa Monica Elected Officials and members of boards and commissions can be found at the following links. The party making this certification is responsible for determining whether a recipient of a political contribution is a City Officer prior to completing this form.
https://www.smgov.net/departments/council/
https://www.santamonica.gov/departments/rent-control
https://www.smgov.net/boards
Have you, your company, or any agent on behalf of you or your company, made any political contributions of more than $250 to any City Officer in the twelve months preceding the date of the submission of your application or proposal? ____YES ____ NO
Name of Councilmember or City Officer: _________________________________ N/A Doc ID: b6d6eb52cf362acabbac57f63cf394ad6dfaa651

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Name of Contributor: _________________________________________________ Date(s) of Contribution(s): ____________________________________________ Amount(s) ________________________________________________________ Please specify below and/or add additional sheet(s) to identify additional Councilmembers or City Officers to whom you and/or your agents made campaign contributions.

Answering YES does not preclude the City of Santa Monica from awarding a contract, license, permit, or entitlement or taking any subsequent action related to the item. It does, however, preclude the identified City Officer from participating in any actions related to such item.

By signing below, you certify you also agree to disclose to the City any future contributions made to Councilmembers or other City Officers by you or your agent(s) after the date of signing this disclosure form, and within 12 months following the approval, renewal, or extension of the requested contract, license, permit, or entitlement.

I HEREBY CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE FOREGOING IS TRUE AND CORRECT.

Signed: ____________________________ Date: ____________________ Print Name: _________________________ Title: _____________________ Company: __________________________
Additional Disclosures:

Please note this form is a public record and subject to a California Public Records Act request.

Swiftly, Inc.

N/A
N/A
N/A
01 / 13 / 2025
Jonathan Simkin CEO
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From: Zoe <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:36 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Re: Big Blue Bus Violations Continue

EXTERNAL
I want to bring it to the E, G, 12, 13 Items.

Thank you.

On Tue, Feb 11, 2025 at 12:19 PM councilmtgitems <[email protected]> wrote:

Hi Zoe,
Regarding the email below, was this tied to any specific item on the agenda, or did you wish to keep it under general public comment?
David Yakobson
Staff Assistant III
(310) 458-8211 x2066
santamonica.gov
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From: Zoe <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2025 10:26 PM
To: Anuj Gupta <[email protected]>
Cc: councilmtgitems <[email protected]>; Lana Negrete <[email protected]>; Douglas Item 4-E
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Subject: Big Blue Bus Violations Continue

EXTERNAL

Hi Anuj,
On January 22, 2025 on my way to Church in Line #2 Bus 1311,Driver 21524. The driver was so rude an unprofessional that I left the bus leaving behind an important item On my way to Mass at St.

Monica Catholic Community at 12:10. It was so triggered and traumatized that left behind something in the bus of value. A little bad with thank you cards for my Mother's Memorial mass, and a crystal water bottle from Beyond H2O.

Last Saturday February 8, 2024 at 12:34 Pm, Driver 19765 Line #1 Bus1818 on my way to the Apple Store for a photography class at the 3rd Street Promenade.

I need you to review the incidents.

Kindly reply,

Zoё Muntaner
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Unauthorized re-disclosure or failure to maintain confidentiality may subject you to federal and state penalties. If you are not the intended recipient, please immediately notify me by return email and delete this message from your computer.

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Report
City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025
Agenda Item: 4.F
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Rick Valte, Public Works Director, Public Works, Fleet Services Subject: Approve Acceptance of Environmental Protection Agency Grant and Purchase of Four Street Sweepers for the Resource Recovery and Recycling Division
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines;

2. Authorize the City Manager to accept a grant awarded in the amount of $945,000 from the United States Environmental Protection Agency for the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program for the City of Santa Monica Street Sweeper Replacement Project in the Public Works Department, and to accept all grant renewals;

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to accept the grant, all grant renewals, and modifications;

4. Authorize the Procurement Manager to issue a purchase order with Municipal Maintenance Equipment (“MME”), a California-based company, for the purchase of three Ravo Electric R5-eSeries sweepers for the Public Works Department, Resource Recovery and Recycling Division. This recommended award is made as an exception to the competitive bidding process pursuant to Section 2.24.250 (c) and is for a total amount not to exceed $2,428,833;

5. Authorize the Procurement Manager to issue a purchase order with Tymco Equipment Company for the purchase of one Tymco Model 600 sweeper for the Public Works Department, Resource Recovery and Recycling Division.

This recommended award is made as an exception to the competitive bidding process pursuant to Section 2.24.250 (c) and is for a total amount not to exceed $330,000 with future year funding contingent on Council budget approval; and

6. Authorize budget amendment as outlined in the Financial Impacts & Budget Actions section of this report (requires 5 votes).

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Summary
The City of Santa Monica’s Public Works Department provides essential services that maintain clean and safe neighborhoods and open spaces for Santa Monica’s residents, visitors, and City staff. These operations rely on vehicles and equipment managed and maintained by the City’s Fleet Management Division. Many of these vehicles are aging past their useful lives. To ensure reliable operations, to provide uninterrupted services to the community, to reduce downtime and maintenance costs, and to comply with California Air Resources Board (CARB) Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) regulations, staff recommends purchasing three battery electric street sweepers (EV) and one compressed natural gas (CNG) sweeper. This recommendation is based on competitive contract pricing available to governmental agencies and serves as an exception to competitive bidding per Santa Monica Municipal Code (SMMC) Sections 2.24.250(c).

Discussion
The Fleet Management Division is responsible for ensuring the City’s diverse fleet of over 800 vehicles are available, dependable, meet the highest environmental standards for a sustainable fleet, and are safe to operate from acquisition through disposal. The division routinely replaces vehicles that have reached the end of their useful lives through the Vehicle Replacement Fund. The Fleet Management Division and the Resource Recovery and Recycling Division (RRR) Division have collaborated to maximize the useful lifespans of RRR’s vehicles to the greatest extent possible. The four vehicles identified for replacement have surpassed their six-year asset lifespans.

Due to their age and use, these vehicles require significant maintenance and costly repairs to remain reliable, safe, and operational.

Staff is requesting approval to purchase the following vehicles and equipment for a total amount not to exceed $2,758,833 including a 10% contingency.

Vehicle Replacement Program
Fund Description Vendor Purchase
Price Quantity Extended Price*
RRR EV Sweeper Municipal Maintenance
Equipment $809,611 3 $2,428,833

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RRR CNG
Sweeper
Marco Equipment
Company $330,000 1 $330,000
Total 4 $ 2,758,833
*Amount noted includes 10% contingency.

The RRR Division uses these vehicles to provide daily street sweeping services along the City’s approximately 253 curb lane miles. These sweepers are used year-round and are on standby 24 hours per day to respond to cleanup emergencies and to directly support the City Council’s priority of providing a clean and safe environment for our residents, visitors, and the business community. The City depends on the reliability of RRR equipment to ensure street sweeping operations for the clean and sanitary appearance of the city. Without functioning and reliable equipment to support operations, this could result in slower 311 response times. These delays could cause unsanitary conditions and increase the risk to cyclists due to debris remaining on the streets, creating unsightly areas around the city.

In addition to daily activities, RRR utilizes street sweepers for cleanup after major events, as well as in emergencies such as glass and liquid pickup after traffic collisions.

These vehicles would also be used in cleanup efforts in the event of a natural disaster.

The sweeper vehicles are used in street sweeping activities along the city’s curbs to help ensure debris is collected before reaching the storm drain system. These are specialized vehicles with a self-contained water collection and storage system, ensuring the water used does not reach storm drains. The four sweepers scheduled for replacement have been used heavily since 2018 and have a typical useful life of six years.

Vendor Selection
Exception to Competitive Bidding
Staff recommends 1) Municipal Maintenance Equipment, a distributor of Ravo equipment, to furnish and deliver three electric sweepers, and 2) Marco Equipment Company, a local dealer of Tymco equipment, to furnish and deliver one CNG sweeper

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as an exception to competitive bidding per Municipal Code 2.24.250 (c).

On August 12, 2021, Sourcewell issued an RFP for street sweepers and specialty sweepers, with related equipment, accessories, and supplies. Under the terms of the RFP, and the resulting Sourcewell Agreement with Municipal Maintenance Equipment, similar nationally leveraged purchasing discounts are also available to other government agencies. Sourcewell agreement #093021-FAY was established on November 15, 2021, expires November 16, 2025, and has one one-year renewal option.

Sourcewell is a cooperative purchasing agency that serves government, education, and nonprofit organizations. As a cooperative purchasing agency, they acquire goods or services by aggregating the demand of two or more entities in an effort to obtain more economical pricing. Purchase of the electric Ravo sweeper is contingent upon the vendor successfully providing California Air Resources Board certification for the specified sweeper.

On November 7, 2019, the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GACBuy), a government agency that establishes nationally leveraged and competitively solicited purchasing contracts for education, government, and nonprofits, issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for purpose-built and commercial cab-chassis mounted street sweeper body designs. Under the terms of the RFP and the resulting H-GACBuy agreement with Tymco (Agreement #SW04-20, effective April 1, 2020 – March 31, 2025), similar nationally leveraged purchasing discounts are also available to other government agencies. Furthermore, Tymco will offer a $100,000 trade-in credit per sweeper. This $100,000 trade-in credit per sweeper is a better alternative compared to auction, as this amount is above the average auction price of $86,395 the City has received for sweepers of its kind in the past.
c. Competitive procedures were followed by a governmental agency, federal, state, county, city, joint powers agency, special district, or cooperative purchasing agency and the goods or services are supplied to the City at the same or better price.

Environmental Review

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The purchase orders for replacement vehicles are categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the CEQA Guidelines.

Section 15302 exempts Class 2 projects which “consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced”. The replacement vehicles would replace existing City fleet vehicles, with essentially the same purpose and capacity.

Therefore, this purchase order qualifies for a Class 2 exemption.

Further, Staff has considered an EV version of the sweeper for the replacement of the fourth sweeper. Nonetheless, staff selected the CNG variant sweeper due to available budget and to address RRR’s operational requirements. The price of the EV variant is $379,611 higher than the CNG variant but offers the same approximate useful life.

Use of grant funds for this procurement
On December 12, 2024, the City of Santa Monica was awarded a $945,000 grant through the competitive, nationwide Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles (CHDV) Grant Program from the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The grant would be used to purchase electric street sweepers.

The Fleet Management and Resource Recovery & Recycling divisions developed a plan to replace three internal combustion street sweepers with three fully electric street sweepers to reduce emissions and to pursue the goals defined in Santa Monica’s Climate Action and Adaptation plan. Staff recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to accept the CHDV grant award so that Fleet staff may proceed with procurement of the electric sweepers.

Financial Impacts and Budget Actions
Staff seeks authority to accept a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency for the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grant to purchase street sweepers for the Public Works Department and appropriate funds from the Resource Recovery and Recycling Fund to the Vehicle Management Fund to pay for the required local match.

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Staff will not issue purchase orders to vendors if grant funds were rescinded due to the current Presidential executive order (as of January 28, 2025) since the higher cost of the electric sweepers is cost-prohibitive when compared to natural gas sweepers. As a contingency plan if grant funds are unavailable, staff would instead procure (4) Compressed natural gas street sweepers to replace the existing sweepers in-kind.

Doing so would be feasible since the cost of (4) CNG sweepers would cost less than the sweepers selected in this staff report, even without grant funds.

FY 2024-25 Budget Amendment
Funding Source
Establish Revenue Budget Appropriate Funds
Account # Amount Account # Amount
EPA CHDV Grant 20500006.406130 $945,000 C2009090.689000 $945,000 Vehicle Management
Fund 70500001.510540 $600,611 C7000010.689000.90535 $600,611 RRR Fund * I5400010.689000 $600,611
*As part of the vehicle replacement program, RRR has already contributed $1,213,222.

Staff also seeks authority to approve funding from the Miscellaneous Grants and Vehicle Management Funds to award a purchase order with Municipal Maintenance Equipment for purchase and delivery of three EV sweepers and with Marco Equipment Company for the purchase of one CNG sweeper.

FY 2024-25 Purchase Order Request
Vendor Funding Source CIP Account # Request Amount
Municipal
Maintenance
Equipment
EPA CHDV Grant C2009090.689000 $945,000
Vehicle Management Fund C7000010.689000.90535 $1,483,833 Total $2,428,833
Marco Equipment
Company
Vehicle Management Fund C7000010.689000.90535 $330,000
Total $330,000
Future year funding is contingent on Council budget approval.

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Prepared By: Ernest Kwong, Senior Administrative Analyst Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. OAKS INITIATIVE FORM - MME
B. Mar-Co Equipment Co Oaks
C. Levine Act - MME
D. Levine Act - Mar-Co

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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

OAKS INITIATIVE NOTICE

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS, BIDDERS, PROPOSERS

AND OTHERS SEEKING DISCRETIONARY PERMITS, CONTRACTS,

This information is required by City Charter Article XXII—Taxpayer Protection.

Examples of a “public benefit” include public contracts to provide goods or services worth more than $25,000 or a land use approval worth more than $25,000 over a 12- month period.

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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

Public benefits include:

1. Personal services contracts in excess of $25,000 over any 12-monthperiod;

2. Sale of material, equipment or supplies to the City in excess of $25,000 over a 12- month period;

3. Purchase, sale or lease of real property to or from the City in excess of $25,000 over a 12- month period;

4. Non-competitive franchise awards with gross revenue of $50,000 or more inany 12-month period;

5. Land use variance, special use permit, or other exception to an established land use plan, where the decision has a value in excess of $25,000;

6. Tax “abatement, exception, or benefit” of a value in excess of $5,000 in any 12- month period; or

7. Payment of “cash or specie” of a net value to the recipient of $10,000 in any 12- month period.

Name(s) of persons or entities receiving public benefit:

Name(s) of trustees, directors, partners, and officers:

Name(s) of persons with more than a 10% equity, participation, or revenue interest:

Prepared by: Title:

Signature: Date:

Email: Phone:

Permit #
FOR CITY USE ONLY:

Bid/PO/Contract #

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Name of Contributor: _________________________________________________ Date(s) of Contribution(s): ____________________________________________ Amount(s) ________________________________________________________ Please specify below and/or add additional sheet(s) to identify additional Councilmembers or City Officers to whom you and/or your agents made campaign contributions.

I HEREBY CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE FOREGOING IS TRUE AND CORRECT.

Signed: ____________________________ Date: ____________________ Print Name: _________________________ Title: _____________________ Company: __________________________
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Please note this form is a public record and subject to a California Public Records Act request.

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TO: Public
FROM: City Attorney’s Office
RE: Levine Act Disclosure Form
DATE: January 25, 2024
The Levine Act (Government Code 84308) is a California law aimed at preventing “pay to play” practices by prohibiting parties, participants, and their agents in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement from contributing more than $250 to an officer of the City during a 12-month period. The prohibition applies to any 12-month period while the proceeding is pending and for 12 months following the date a final decision is rendered in the proceeding.

State law requires a party to a proceeding to disclose any contributions exceeding an aggregate $250 that the party and their agents have made to an officer of the City within the preceding 12 months. The Disclosure Form is intended to assist City officials with recognizing when they have an obligation to disclose and recuse themselves, and to aid parties with their disclosure obligations.

1. To what sort of proceedings is the disclosure form applicable? The Levine Act applies to all discretionary entitlements and contracts, with the exception of labor contracts, personal employment contracts, and contracts that must be awarded to the lowest responsive/responsible bidder. It does not apply to ministerial approvals.

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• Private development plans
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Report
City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025
Agenda Item: 4.G
1 of 2
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Douglas Sloan, City Attorney, City Attorney's Office, Administration Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Monica Creating Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 3.36.300 to Establish a Department of Transportation Prohibition Order Program as Authorized by Public Utilities Code Sections 99171 and 99172 Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance.

Executive Summary
At its meeting on January 28, 2025, the City Council introduced for first reading an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Monica creating Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 3.36.300 to establish a Department of Transportation Prohibition Order Program as authorized by Public Utilities Code Sections 99171 and 99172. The ordinance is now presented to the City Council for adoption.

Prepared By: Bradley Michaud, Legal Administrative Services Officer Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. DOT-ord-Prohibition Order Program 2d

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B. Written Comments

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1 City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025 Santa Monica, California ORDINANCE NUMBER _________ (CCS)
(City Council Series)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA CREATING SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.36.300 TO ESTABLISH

A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROHIBITION ORDER PROGRAM AS AUTHORIZED BY PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE SECTIONS 99171 AND 99172 WHEREAS, under California Public Utilities Code Sections 99171 and 99171 (“PUC”), certain transit districts are permitted to issue prohibition orders against any person cited for committing one or more specific prohibited acts in the transit system; and WHEREAS, the PUC prohibits a person subject to the prohibition order from entering the property, facilities, or vehicles of the transit district for specified periods of time; and establishes notice requirements in that regard and provides for initial and administrative review of the order; and
WHEREAS, like many other public transit systems in the state and across the country, Santa Monica Department of Transportation (“DOT”) receives concerns from Motor Coach Operators and riders regarding individuals who repeatedly cause disturbances and/or commit criminal offenses (including misdemeanors or felonies) but are allowed to continue riding motor coaches without significant consequence; and WHEREAS, prior to 2024, DOT was not listed in the PUC as a transit district permitted to issue prohibition orders; and
WHEREAS, in 2024, the Governor signed SB 1417, which amended the PUC to include DOT as one of the transit districts authorized to issue prohibition orders; and WHEREAS, the City now desires to amend its municipal code to establish a DOT prohibition order program subject to the criteria set forth in the PUC.

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Packet Pg. 536 Attachment: DOT-ord-Prohibition Order Program 2d (6883 : DOT Prohibition Orders-Second Reading) 2 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 3.36.200 of the Santa Monica Municipal Code is hereby created as follows:
§ 3.36.300 Department of Transportation Prohibition Orders. (a) DOT Authority to Issue Prohibition Orders.

The Department of Transportation, its capacity as a transit district, is authorized to issue prohibition orders under the provisions listed in Public Utilities Code Sections 99171 and 99172.
(b) Advisory Committee.

There is hereby established an advisory committee, described in Public Utilities Code Section 99172, for the purpose of evaluating the procedures for, and issuance of, prohibition orders and recommending a course of training for personnel charged with issuing and enforcing prohibition orders. The advisory committee shall advise the Director of the Department of Transportation.
(c) Administrative Regulations
The Director of the Department of Transportation shall have the authority to adopt administrative regulations, consistent with the legislative purpose, to implement the provisions of this Section.

SECTION 2. Any provision of the Santa Monica Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to that extent necessary to

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SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 4. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage of this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in the official newspaper within 15 days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty days after adoption.

APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Douglas Sloan, City Attorney

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From: Zoe <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:36 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Re: Big Blue Bus Violations Continue

EXTERNAL
I want to bring it to the E, G, 12, 13 Items.

Thank you.

On Tue, Feb 11, 2025 at 12:19 PM councilmtgitems <[email protected]> wrote:

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Packet Pg. 539 Attachment: Written Comments (6883 : DOT Prohibition Orders-Second Reading) 2 Sloan <[email protected]>; Josh Kurpies <[email protected]>; [email protected]; Ramon Batista <[email protected]>; David Gardinier <[email protected]>; Darrick Jacob <[email protected]>; Edgar Sernas <[email protected]>; Caroline Torosis <[email protected]>; Jesse Zwick <[email protected]>; Ellis Raskin <[email protected]>; Natalya Zernitskaya <[email protected]>; Barry Snell <[email protected]>; Dan Hall <[email protected]>; Clerk Mailbox <[email protected]>
Subject: Big Blue Bus Violations Continue

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Last Saturday February 8, 2024 at 12:34 Pm, Driver 19765 Line #1 Bus1818 on my way to the Apple Store for a photography class at the 3rd Street Promenade.

I need you to review the incidents.

Kindly reply,

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Packet Pg. 541 Attachment: Written Comments (6883 : DOT Prohibition Orders-Second Reading) City Council
Report
City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025
Agenda Item: 4.H
1 of 1
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Douglas Sloan, City Attorney, City Attorney's Office, Administration Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 2.32.020 Concerning Use of the City Seal and Other City Symbols
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance.

Executive Summary
At its meeting on January 28, 2025, the City Council introduced for first reading an Ordinance amending Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 2.32.020 concerning use of the City Seal and other City symbols. The ordinance is now presented to the City Council for adoption.

Prepared By: Bradley Michaud, Legal Administrative Services Officer Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. CAO-ord-City Seal 2d

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1 City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025 Santa Monica, California ORDINANCE NUMBER _________ (CCS)
(City Council Series)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AMENDING SECTION 2.32.020 CONCERNING USE OF THE CITY SEAL AND

OTHER CITY SYMBOLS
WHEREAS, the Council believes it is necessary to regulate the use of the City Seal and other City symbols, as inappropriate use could be misleading and dilute the value of the Seal and symbols.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 2.32.020 is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 2.32.020 Use of the City Seal and Symbols.
(a) The purpose of this Section is to restrict use of the City Seal, logo, and other insignia to official City business, so the value of the Seal, logo, or insignia is not diminished and to regulate the use of those and other City symbols so the public is not misled to believe a message is supported or authorized by the City when it is not. (b) The City Seal and City logo are the property of the City of Santa Monica and are, and have been, established and designed to identify official City events and programs. In addition to the City Seal and City Logo, the term City insignia shall mean any other logos or emblems used by City departments or divisions, whether trademarked or not, as approved by the City Manager.

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(g) No person or campaign committee, including an elected officer of the City, shall use the City Seal, logo, or any insignia, or any design so closely resembling the same as to be apt to deceive or be reasonably mistaken for in any way the City Seal, logo, or City insignia for purposes of supporting or opposing the nomination or election of any person to any City or other public office, or for purpose of supporting or opposing any ballot measure, nor include depiction of any such City Seal, logo, or insignia on any writing distributed for purposes of influencing the action of the electorate, or any part thereof, in any election. This section shall not be applicable to writings or other items such as nametags or other accessories issued by the City of Santa Monica or the City Council as a whole pursuant to law.

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Packet Pg. 544 Attachment: CAO-ord-City Seal 2d (6884 : City Seal-Second Reading) 3 (h) A Councilmember may wear clothing officially produced by the City depicting the City Seal, logo, or insignia when appearing at City-produced or sponsored events, or other nonpartisan events, or when representing or appearing on behalf of the Council as a whole. Councilmembers may not produce their own items depicting the City Seal, logo, or insignia. A Councilmember may never wear clothing depicting the City Seal, logo, or insignia when attending a campaign event, partisan political event, or when appearing in their individual capacity.
(i) Because the inclusion of the depiction of City resources in a publication may be reasonably calculated to convey the false impression of sponsorship or approval by the City, no person other than the City may depict City resources on campaign materials including clothing items, accessories, and paid or unpaid political advertising, content, or materials advocating for or against the election of candidates or passage of measures, or approval or rejection of items before the City Council, without conspicuously including the disclaimer, “This publication is not sponsored or approved by the City of Santa Monica.” For purpose of this section, City resources includes but is not limited to City Hall, the Public Safety Administration Building, the Civic Auditorium, the Santa Monica Pier and Pier Sign, Airport Terminal, City-owned busses, police cars, fire engines, or other vehicles, or other publicly-owned and prominently recognizable buildings or structures.

This is in addition to any existing local, state, or federal law concerning use of public resources for campaign purposes and campaign advertisement disclosures. This section shall not apply to the depiction of such resources in the official logos or materials of nonpolitical 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations such as the Santa Moncia Pier Corporation,

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(k) Each violation of the provisions of this Section shall constitute a misdemeanor. Alternatively, the Council may approve a censure resolution condemning violations by a Councilmember, and/or a civil action may also be brought by the City or any interested party before any court of competent jurisdiction. In addition to all other remedies authorized by law, the court may impose a fine of up to five hundred dollars for each violation of this Chapter.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.

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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Douglas Sloan, City Attorney

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Redevelopment Successor
Agency Report
City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025
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To: Redevelopment Successor Agency, Mayor and City Council From: Oscar Santiago, Director, Finance Department
Subject: Approve City's Updated Investment Policy and Extend the Delegation of Investment Authority
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Adopt a finding of no possibility of significant effect pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

2. Review and approve the City’s revised Investment Policy.

3. Extend the delegation of investment authority to the Director of Finance, as City Treasurer, from March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.

Staff also recommends that the Redevelopment Successor Agency Governing Board:

1. Adopt a finding of no possibility of significant effect pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exception) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

2. Review and approve the City Investment Policy for Redevelopment Successor Agency Investments.

3. Extend investment authority to the Treasurer of the Redevelopment Successor Agency, from March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.

Summary
Per State law, the treasurer or chief fiscal officer of a local agency may annually render an investment policy to its governing body for consideration at a public meeting. While not required, staff believes that it is important to follow best practices and provide transparency by submitting the City’s Investment Policy (Attachments A and B) to Council annually for consideration and approval at a public meeting. The Santa Monica City Charter designates the Director of Finance (as the City Treasurer) as the custodian of all public funds. Additionally, State law requires that the Council delegate investment

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authority to the City Treasurer for a one-year period, renewable annually. The current delegation of authority carries through February 28, 2025.

Discussion
City investments are made only in those instruments specifically authorized by California State laws, primarily Sections 53601, 16429.1, and 53684 et seq. of the Government Code. Within these legal guidelines, the three primary objectives of the City’s Investment Policy and investment practices, in priority order are:
• Safety – Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the City’s investment program. City investments shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital in the overall portfolio by diversifying its investments among a variety of securities offering independent returns. • Liquidity – City investments are kept sufficiently liquid to enable the City to meet all operating requirements which might be reasonably anticipated by structuring the portfolio so that securities mature concurrently with anticipated cash needs to the extent possible. Investments are primarily made in securities with active secondary or resale markets. Additionally, an adequate liquidity buffer is maintained for extraordinary circumstances.
• Rate of Return – The City’s investment portfolio is designed with the objective of attaining a benchmark rate of return throughout budgetary and economic cycles taking into account safety and liquidity requirements. The benchmark may vary from time to time depending on the economic and budgetary conditions present.

The City continues to abide by the highest professional standards in the management of public funds. While the investment strategy is flexible and can change based on market and economic conditions, the legal and policy guidelines governing these investment decisions remain relatively static. The City’s Investment Policy also includes socially

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responsible investment principles. In addition to following the guidelines previously set by Council, the City considers Economic, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings and performance as well as certain social impact factors when making investment decisions.

On March 8, 2022, Council directed staff to divest City funds from Russian assets. The City’s general investment portfolio has no direct investments in Russian companies and holds no sovereign Russian debt. As of November 30, 2024, the portfolio does include approximately $69.1 million (book value) in bonds from corporations that had business relationships in Russia or may have investment holdings in Russia. Most have announced a termination, suspension, or limitation of business activity in Russia.

Additional detail is included in the April 6, 2022, Information Item included as an attachment to this report. Sale of all bonds of companies that had been doing business in Russia would result in a loss of approximately $1.5 million (based on 11/30/2024 market values), which would cause fiscal harm to the City. The City’s Russian divestment actions as outlined in the April 6, 2022, Information Item will remain in place.

On an on-going basis, staff reviews public agency investment best practices and regulatory or legal changes to ensure City compliance. Effective January 1, 2024, there were minor changes to the investment policy rules in the Government Code, but these changes will not have a material impact on City investment practices. Specifically, the Local Government Omnibus Act of 2023 (SB 882), amended Government Code section 53601 to clarify limitations imposed on public investment in a privately issued mortgage passthrough security, collateralized mortgage obligation, mortgage-backed or other paythrough bond, equipment lease-backed certificate, consumer receivable passthrough certificate, or consumer receivable-backed bond. The City does not invest in these securities so there is no impact to current investment procedures.

SB 882 also amended Government Code Section 27000.7 to eliminate one of the options for a person to demonstrate eligibility to be elected or appointed to the office of county treasurer, county tax collector, and county treasurer-tax collector. As this provision relates to counties there is no impact to the City.

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The City can invest up to $75 million per account in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), a pooled state fund managed by the Office of the California State Treasurer.

Previously, LAIF accounts were established for both the City and the Successor Agency (SA), formerly the Redevelopment Agency (RDA). However, due to a low balance, the SA LAIF account was closed January 17, 2024, and remaining funds were transferred to the SA bank account maintained at Union Bank.

Revisions to City’s Investment Policy
Staff recommends two revisions. The first is to address organizational structural changes within the Finance Department and the second is to enable the use of an investment advisor to manage the City’s investment portfolio. • The Investment policy has been updated to reflect organizational structural changes within the Finance Department, removing the Assistant City Treasurer position, and adding the Business & Revenue Operations Manager. • The policy has also been updated to enable the use of investment advisor services to manage the City’s investment portfolio. Staff has conducted a competitive procurement process to onboard an investment advisor and is seeking Council approval tonight on a separate staff report, to enter into a services agreement with the selected firm. The City has employed this investment management services strategy to manage the Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care Funds since 1992.

Both revisions have been incorporated into the Investment Policy attached to this report.

Environmental Review
The updated investment policy is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that CEQA does not apply, “where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. The policy is administrative in nature. Therefore, it

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can be seen with certainty that the agreement would not result in adverse physical impacts on the environment, and as such, is exempt from CEQA.

Financial Impacts and Budget Actions
There is no immediate financial impact or budget action necessary as a result of the recommended actions. Staff provides monthly reports to the City Council and the City Manager describing the present status of City investments and monies held by the City, as well as summarizing all investment transactions for the month. Interest earnings from the City’s pooled investment portfolio are allocated to the various City funds based upon each fund’s share of total City cash and investments. Projected investment earnings for each fund are included in the FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget.

Prepared By: Cynthia Caiman, Senior Treasury Analyst
Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. Attachment A - Annual Update on City Investment Policy (2025) B. Attachment B - Information Item Russian Divestment (April 6, 2022)

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ATTACHMENT 1

INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA

1. POLICY
It is the policy of the City of Santa Monica (City) to invest public funds in a manner which will safely preserve portfolio principal, provide adequate liquidity to meet the City’s cash flow needs, and optimize returns while conforming to all federal, state, and local statutes governing the investment of public funds. Should any applicable provisions of these statutes change from those included herein, such provision shall be considered incorporated in the policy. The policy should be submitted to the City Council annually for review and approval.

2. SCOPE
This investment policy applies to all cash and financial investments of the various funds of the City of Santa Monica as identified in the City's Annual Financial Report, with the exception of those financial assets explicitly excluded from coverage by the Investment Policy for legal or operational reasons. Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care Funds are private funds held in trust and managed by the City. These funds do not fall under the guidelines of the Government Code sections noted in Section 8.0 of this Policy but are invested by an outside investment manager under guidelines established by the City Council.

All City funds are listed in Attachment 1-A. The Investment Policy will also apply to all new funds created unless specifically exempted.

Except as otherwise noted, City funds are pooled for investment purposes.

Investment income will be allocated to the various funds based on their respective participation and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Interest is allocated on a quarterly basis.

3. PRUDENCE
All investments and evaluation of investments shall be made with the Prudent Investor Standard as set forth in California Government Code Section 53600.3.

Investments shall be made with judgment and care, under circumstances then prevailing, including, but not limited to, the general economic conditions and the anticipated needs of the agency that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiarity with those matters would use in the conduct of funds of a like character and with like aims, to safeguard the principal and maintain the liquidity needs of the agency.

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Packet Pg. 553 Attachment: Attachment A - Annual Update on City Investment Policy (2025) [Revision 1] (6644 : Investment Policy Update (Resolution - 2 The standard of prudence shall be applied in the context of managing an overall portfolio. Investment officers acting in accordance with written procedures and the investment policy and exercising due diligence shall be relieved of personal responsibility for an individual security’s credit risk or market price changes, provided deviations from expectations are reported in a timely fashion and appropriate action is taken to control adverse developments.

4. INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES
The primary objective of all City investments, in priority order, shall be:

4.1 SAFETY
Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the investment program. City investments shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital in the overall portfolio. To attain this, the City will diversify its investments by investing funds in securities of various types and maturity dates, and from various issuers offering independent returns.

4.2 LIQUIDITY
Liquidity is the ability to change an investment into its cash equivalent on short notice at its prevailing market value. The City’s investment portfolio shall remain sufficiently liquid to enable the City to meet all operating requirements which might be reasonably anticipated. This is accomplished by structuring the portfolio so that securities mature concurrently with anticipated cash needs.

Since all possible cash demands cannot be anticipated, the portfolio will maintain a liquidity “buffer” and invest primarily in securities with active secondary or resale markets.

4.3 RATE OF RETURN
The City’s investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of attaining a benchmark rate of return throughout budgetary and economic cycles, taking into account safety and liquidity requirements. The benchmark may vary from time to time depending on the economic and budgetary conditions present. At no time shall funds be invested in any security that could result in zero interest accrual if held to maturity except as specified in Section 8.2 of this policy.

5. INVESTMENT AUTHORITY DELEGATION
In accordance with the Santa Monica City Charter, Section 711, the City Council delegates to the City Treasurer the authority to invest City funds. In the absence of the Director of Finance, the Business & Revenue Operations Manager, Treasury Administrator, or the Senior Treasury Analyst may execute investment transactions per instructions from the Director of Finance or per prior written authorization.

Section 53607 of the State of California Government Code limits the authorization of Attachment A

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5.1 INVESTMENT PROCEDURES
The Director of Finance is responsible for conducting and reporting on all City investments. To facilitate this function, the Director of Finance or their designee will prepare and maintain an Investment Procedures Manual detailing procedure for the operation of the investment program consistent with this policy. The manual should include reference to safekeeping, banking services contracts, collateral/depository agreements, and repurchase agreements. The manual shall also include explicit delegation of authority to persons responsible for investment transactions. No person may engage in investment transactions except as provided under the terms of this policy and the procedures established by the Director of Finance. Additionally, the manual will explicitly include a current listing of all City of Santa Monica financial institution deposit and investment accounts, a current copy of or link to State laws pertinent to City investments, a description of specific controls to ensure the proper execution of the City Investment Policy, and copies, with instructions, of all investment reports required by law or by City Investment Policy.

5.2 INVESTMENT COMMITTEE AND REVIEW OF INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO An Investment Committee (the Committee) shall be established consisting of the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager, the Director of Finance, one other department head serving one-year terms on a rotating basis, and one qualified citizen representative, appointed by the City Manager for a oneyear term, who possesses strong skills and knowledge in the areas of finance and economics. The one-year terms for the citizen representative and the department head may be extended at the discretion of the City Manager.

The purpose of the Committee is to provide general oversight and act in an advisory capacity. The Committee will attempt to meet once each calendar quarter to review and evaluate previous investment activity, to review the current status of all funds held by the City, to discuss anticipated cash requirements and investment activity for the next quarter, and to discuss investment strategy.

6. ETHICS AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
The Director of Finance and other employees involved in the investment process shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with proper execution of the investment program, or which could impair their ability to make impartial investment decisions. The Director of Finance and other employees involved in the investment process shall disclose any material interests in financial institutions with which they conduct business within their jurisdiction, and they shall further disclose any material personal financial/investment positions that could be related to the Attachment A

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The Director of Finance and other employees involved in the investment process are required to file annual disclosure statements as required by the Fair Political Practices Commission. During the course of the year, if there is an event subject to disclosure that could impair the ability of the Director of Finance or investment employees to make impartial decisions, the City Council will be notified in writing within ten (10) days of the event.

7. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL DEALERS AND INSTITUTIONS
The City shall transact business only with issuers, banks, savings and loans, and registered securities dealers. The purchase of any investment, other than those purchased directly from the issuer, shall be purchased from either an institution licensed by the State as a broker/dealer as defined in Section 25004 of the Corporation Code, who is a member of FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority), or a member of a federally regulated securities exchange, a national or state chartered bank, a federal or state association (as defined by Section 5102 of the Financial Code), or a brokerage firm designated as a primary dealer by the Federal Reserve Bank.

The Director of Finance’s staff shall periodically conduct a “Request for Qualifications” process to investigate broker/dealers that wish to do business with the City. All institutions that desire to become a broker/dealer for the City must complete the City’s “Broker/Dealer Request for Information” and “Broker/Dealer Certification”.

Staff will evaluate broker dealers based on the qualifications of the firm and the individual broker(s) assigned to the City. The evaluation will be based on experience of the broker in servicing public fund investment portfolios, market capitalization of the firm, the brokers’ ability to access markets in securities appropriate to the City’s needs, and the brokers’ agreement to abide by the City’s Investment Policy.

Selection as an approved broker/dealer does not guarantee that the firm will conduct any investment transactions with the City
The Director of Finance shall conduct periodic reviews of the financial condition and other qualifications of all approved financial institutions and broker/dealers to determine if they continue to meet the City’s guidelines for qualification as defined in this section. Additionally, the City shall keep the current audited financial statements on file for each approved financial institution and broker/dealer with which the City conducts investment transactions. A listing of websites where these financial statements may be viewed may substitute for physical hard copies of the statements.

The City may utilize the services of an investment advisor. The advisor must be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the Investment Advisor Act of 1940. Additionally, if the City utilizes an SEC registered investment advisor, the advisor shall maintain a list of authorized broker-dealers and Attachment A

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8. AUTHORIZED AND SUITABLE INVESTMENTS
Investments shall be made only in those instruments specifically authorized by California State laws, primarily Sections 53601, 53601.6, 53601.8, 16429.1, and Attachment A

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Additional City guidelines are as follows:

Instruments Additional City Guidelines
U.S. Federal Agencies No more than 50% of portfolio, per agency Banker's Acceptances (BA) Maximum of 10% of portfolio per issuer Negotiable Certificates of Deposit Maximum of 10% of portfolio per issuer (NCD)
Commercial Paper (CP) Maximum of 25% of portfolio
It is recognized that legal or other events may occur that could require exceptions to certain guidelines. The percentages listed in the above guidelines are based on book value of the portfolio at the time of purchase.

In addition to following all legal guidelines, the portfolio will preserve principal, maintain adequate liquidity to meet all City obligations, contain an appropriate level of interest rate risk, and be diversified across types of investments, maturities, and institutions to minimize credit risk and maintain an appropriate return.

8.1 REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
Investments in repurchase agreements are allowable and shall be made only with financial institutions with which the City has an executed master repurchase agreement. The financial institution must be a primary dealer of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

8.2 PROHIBITED INVESTMENTS AND TRANSACTIONS
a) Prohibited investments include inverse floaters, range notes, interest only strips derived from a pool of mortgages (collateralized mortgage obligations), and any security that could result in zero interest accrual if held to maturity, as specified in Section 53601.6.
b) Notwithstanding the prohibition in paragraph (a), the City may invest in securities issued by, or backed by, the United States government that could result in zero- or negative-interest accrual if held to maturity, in the event of, and for the duration of, a period of negative market interest rates.

This shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2026.

8.3 INVESTMENTS H EL D AND/OR MANAGED BY FISCAL AGENTS

AND TRUSTEES
In addition, the main pooled portfolio, the City may hold and invest certain other funds that are restricted as to use. One example is bond proceeds held by fiscal agents. Investments of bond or loan proceeds will be made in accordance with Government Code Section 53601 (m), which states that money from bond proceeds should be invested as specified by bond documents, and in accordance with specific bond covenants. In most cases Attachment A

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As noted previously in this Policy, Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care Funds are private funds held in trust by the City. These funds are invested by an outside investment manager under guidelines adopted by the City Council and do not fall under the guidelines of the Government Code sections noted in Section 8.0 of this Policy. The Director of Finance’s staff monitors all investment activity of these funds to ensure guidelines are followed.

9. INVESTMENT POOLS/MUTUAL FUNDS
A thorough investigation of any pooled investment funds, including mutual funds, is required prior to investing, and on a continual basis. To accomplish this, a questionnaire will be used to evaluate the suitability of the pooled fund. The questionnaire will answer the following general questions:
 A description of eligible investment securities, and a written statement of investment policies and objectives.
 A description of interest calculations and how it is distributed, and how gains and losses are treated.
 A description of how the securities are safeguarded (including the settlement processes), and how often the securities are priced and the program audited.  A description of who may invest in the program, how often, and what size deposit and withdrawal are allowed.
 A schedule for receiving statements and portfolio listings.  Are reserves, retained earnings, etc., utilized by the pool/fund?  A fee schedule, and when and how fees are assessed.
 Is the pool/fund eligible for bond proceeds and/or will it accept such proceeds? For mutual funds, a fund prospectus can substitute for the questionnaire.

10. COLLATERALIZATION
California Government Code Sections 53652, et seq. requires depositories to post certain types of collateral for public funds above the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance amounts. The collateral requirements apply to bank deposits, both active (checking and savings accounts) and inactive (non-negotiable certificates of deposit).

Collateralization is also required for repurchase agreements. In order to anticipate market changes and provide a level of security for all funds, the collateralization level Attachment A

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Collateral will always be held by an independent third party with whom the entity has a current custodial arrangement. A clearly marked evidence of ownership (safekeeping receipt) must be available to be supplied to the City, if requested, and retained. The right of collateral substitution is granted.

11. SAFEKEEPING AND CUSTODY
In accordance with California Government Code Section 53601, all securities owned by the City shall be held in safekeeping by the City’s custodial bank or a third-party bank trust department, acting as an agent for the City under terms of the custody agreement. Collateral for repurchase agreements will be held by a third-party custodian under terms of the Master Repurchase Agreement.

All securities will be received and delivered using a delivery vs. payment (DVP) basis, which ensures that securities are deposited with the third-party custodian prior to the release of funds. Securities held by the third-party custodian will be evidenced by safekeeping receipts and/or bank statements. Investments in the State Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) or money market mutual funds are undeliverable and are not subject to delivery or third-party safekeeping.

Investment trades shall be verified against bank transactions and broker confirmation tickets. On a monthly basis, the custodial asset statement shall be reconciled with the month-end portfolio holdings.

12. DIVERSIFICATION
The City will diversify its investments by security type, institution, and maturity date.

Concentration limits are set by the State Government Code (see Attachment B) and Section 8.0 (Authorized and Suitable Investments) of this policy.

13. MAXIMUM MATURITIES
To the extent possible, the City will attempt to match its investments with anticipated cash flow requirements. Most investments will be made in securities with a term remaining to maturity of five years or less. However, on February 22, 2022, the City Council granted authority to invest in securities with a remaining term in excess of five years as part of the City’s overall investment program. Per that authorization, up to 15% of the portfolio value may be invested in U.S. government, Federal Agency, or local agency securities with remaining maturities at the time of purchase between five and fifteen years. Per State law, the settlement date of the investment purchase is considered the start date of the remaining term to maturity. Further maturity limitations per State Code are shown in Attachment B. The weighted average maturity of the Attachment A

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In order to minimize the impact of market risk, most investments will be purchased with the intent to hold to maturity. Investments may be sold prior to maturity for cash flow needs, portfolio rebalancing and/or appreciation purposes, or in order to mitigate portfolio risk by limiting potential losses. However, no investment shall be made based solely on earnings anticipated from capital gains. Due to the uncertain nature of cash flow requirements, a portion of the portfolio should be continually invested in readily available funds.

14. INTERNAL CONTROLS
The Director of Finance shall be responsible for ensuring that all investment transactions comply with the City’s Investment Policy and for establishing internal controls that are designed to prevent losses due to fraud, negligence, and third-party misrepresentation.

The Director of Finance will also establish internal control procedures addressing wire transfer controls, separation of duties and administrative controls, avoidance of collusion, separation of transaction authority from accounting procedures, documentation of investment transactions, and monitoring of results.

As part of its annual audit of the City, the City’s external auditor will review compliance with statutes, policies, and procedures.

15. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The portfolio shall be designed with the objective of obtaining a rate of return throughout budgetary and economic cycles, commensurate with investment risk constraints and cash flow needs.

15.1 MARKET YIELD (Benchmark)
The City’s overall investment strategy is passive. Given this strategy, the basis used by the Director of Finance to determine whether appropriate and suitable market yields are being achieved shall be to identify a comparable benchmark to the portfolio’s investment duration, e.g., the Constant Maturing Two Year Treasury bill index. Benchmarks may change over time depending on the portfolio’s duration.

16. REPORTING
In accordance with State law and the City Charter, monthly reports will be made to the City Council and the City Manager describing the present status of City Attachment A

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 A complete list of investments including the type of the investment, name of the issuer, maturity date, par value, book value, and market value  The source of market value data
 The weighted average maturity and yield to maturity of the portfolio  Coupon, discount, or earnings rate for each security
 Percentage of portfolio represented by each investment category  A certification of compliance with the Investment Policy  A statement denoting the City’s ability to meet its anticipated expenditures requirements for the next six months
 Benchmark comparison
 Investment transactions (Note: this is per Cal Code 53607) Records of all investment transactions will be kept and filed in the Finance Department in accordance with legal guidelines and records retention policies.

17. SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTING
RESTRICTIONS – The direct investment of City funds are restricted as follows:
a. Investments should be made in entities that support clean and healthy environment, including following safe and environmentally sound practices. b. No investments will be made in fossil fuel companies as defined by “The Carbon Underground 200” list maintained and published by the organization FFI Solutions or in banking institutions that provide financing to said companies. c. No investments are to be made in tobacco or tobacco-related products. d. No investments are to be made to support the production of weapons, military systems, or nuclear power.
e. Investments should be made in entities that support equality of rights regardless of sex, race, age, disability or sexual orientation.
f. Investments should be made in entities that promote community economic development.

Funds invested with a trustee and/or outside investment managers such as the Attachment A

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The City will deposit funds only in those financial institutions, which have a CRA rating (as determined by the appropriate regulatory body) of "Outstanding" or "Satisfactory".

19. INVESTMENT POLICY ADOPTION
The City’s investment policy shall be reviewed and adopted by the City Council annually. The Investment Committee will review the policy periodically to ensure its consistency with the overall objectives of preservation of principal, liquidity, and return, and its conformance with current law, financial and economic trends, and cash flow needs of the City.

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ATTACHMENT 1-A
City of Santa Monica Funds for Cash Pooling
The following listed City of Santa Monica funds shall have their cash balances pooled for investment purposes.

FUND

NUMBER FUND NAME
1 GENERAL FUND
10 SPECIAL REVENUE SOURCE FUND
11 BEACH RECREATION FUND
12 HOUSING AUTHORITY FUND
14 TENANT OWNERSHIP RIGHTS CHARTER AMENDMENT
16 CLEAN BEACHES AND OCEAN PARK PARCEL TAX FUND
17 TRAFFIC SAFETY FUND
18 SCAQMD AB2766 FUND
19 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CBDG) FUND
20 MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS FUND
21 ASSET SEIZURE FUND
22 CITIZENS OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY FUND
25 RENT CONTROL FUND
26 GAS TAX FUND
27 LOCAL RETURN FUND
28 PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES FUND
29 MEASURE GS FUND
41 LOW/MODERATE INCOME HOUSING ASSET FUND
50 WATER FUND
51 WASTEWATER FUND
52 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FUND
53 PIER FUND
54 RESOURCE RECOVERY & RECYCLING FUND
57 AIRPORT FUND
59 CEMETERY FUND
60 BIG BLUE BUS FUND
61 PARKING AUTHORITY FUND
70 VEHICLE MANAGEMENT FUND
71 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT & SERVICES FUND
72 SELF INSURANCE-GENERAL LIAB/AUTO FUND
73 SELF INSURANCE-BUS FUND
74 SELF INSURANCE WORKERS-COMPENSATION FUND
75 SELF INSURANCE-ADMIN FUND
80 GENERAL TRUST FUND
81 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUND
82 MAUSOLEUM ENDOWMENT FUND
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Summary of State of California Statutes Applicable to Municipal Investments The following investments are authorized by California State Code, Title 5, Division 2, and Sections 53600, 53601, 53631.5 and 53635. See code sections for complete descriptions.

Authorized Investment Legal Limit
(%)
Other Constraints
Local Agency Bonds No limit Maximum maturity 5 years.**** U.S. Treasury Obligations No limit Maximum maturity 5 years except as noted below.****
State Obligations -
California and Others
No limit Maximum maturity 5 years.

California Local Agency
Obligations
No limit Maximum maturity 5 years.

U.S. Agency Obligations No limit Maximum maturity 5 years except as noted below.****
Bankers’ Acceptance 40% Eligible for purchase by the Federal Reserve System and not to exceed 180
days to maturity. No more than 30% may
be in bankers' acceptances of any one
commercial bank.

Commercial Paper – Non
Pooled Funds
40% "A -1 /P - 1/F - 1" rating; if the issuer has
long-term debt, it must rated “A”; U.S.
corporate assets over $500,000,000;
purchases may not represent more than
10% of outstanding commercial paper
and medium-term notes. Commercial
paper may not exceed 270 days to
maturity.***
Commercial Paper –
Pooled Fund
40% "A -1 /P - 1/F - 1" rating; if the issuer has
long-term debt, it must rated “A”; U.S.
corporate assets over $500,000,000;
purchases may not represent more than
10% of outstanding paper and may not
exceed 270 days to maturity.

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Authorized Investment Legal Limit
(%)
Other Constraints
Negotiable Certificates of
Deposit
30% Maximum maturity 5 years. State and
Federally chartered banks and savings
institutions, including U.S. branches of
foreign banks regulated by State
regulatory authorities (“Yankee CD”).

Deposit/CD Placement
Services
50%** Maximum maturity 5 years. Deposits with
any one private sector placement service
are limited to 50% of the portfolio. This
limit does not apply to placement serviceassisted CD’s.

Repurchase Agreement No limit Maximum maturity 1 year. Securities used as collateral for repo's must be
investments allowable under Govt. Code
(i.e., T-bills, Agencies, BAs, CDs, etc.);
must be collateralized at 102% of market
value or greater; securities must be safe
kept by third party.

Reverse Repurchase
Agreements/Securities
Lending Agreements
20% Must be made with primary dealers of the
Federal Reserve Bank of New York and
the securities used for the agreement
must have been held by the local agency
for at least 30 days. The maximum
maturity is 92 days.

Medium-Term Corporate
Notes
30% Maximum maturity 5 years; bonds must
be rated minimum of “A” by a nationally
recognized rating service.

Mutual Funds and Money
Market Mutual Funds
20% No more than 10% may be invested in
any one mutual fund. Funds are
invested in securities and obligations
authorized by sub- divisions (a) through
(m) of Section 53601 and
53635, (any of the authorized
investments for local agencies) the
investment company must be in highest
ranking provided by not less than two of
the three largest nationally recognized
rating services OR must have the
investment advisor registered with the
SEC with no less than 5 yrs. experience
and have assets under mgmt. in excess
of $500 million.

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Authorized Investment Legal Limit
(%)
Other Constraints
Supra Nationals
(International Bank for
Reconstruction and
Development.

International Finance
Corporation, InterAmerican Development
Bank
30% Maximum maturity 5 years. Must be
rated AA or better by a nationally
recognized rating service. Must be
senior unsubordinated obligations
denominated in U.S. Dollars.

Money Market Funds 20% The money market funds must have an average weighted maturity of 90 days or
less and abide by SEC regulations;
funds must receive the highest ranking
by 2 of the 3 largest nationally
recognized rating agencies OR retain an
investment advisor who is registered, or
exempt from registration, with the SEC
and has at least 5 years’ experience
managing money market funds in
excess of $500 million.

Collateralized Certificate
of Deposit
No limit Maximum maturity 5 years. Banks:
deposit not to exceed the total of paid-in
capital surplus. S&Ls: deposit not to
exceed the greater of total net worth or
$500,000. State and Federal credit
unions: deposit shall not exceed the
greater of the total of unpaired capital and
surplus or $500,000. Must be
collateralized to 110% of the CD value by
other eligible securities. Investments in
certificates of deposits of state or federal
credit unions if any member of the city’s
governing or managing officers (council,
city manager, fiscal officers) serves on
the credit union board or key committee
positions is prohibited.

Mortgage Pass-Through 20% Maximum remaining maturity of 5 years; bonds must be rated in top two rating
categories by a nationally recognized
rating service. Shall not exceed 95% of
the mortgage security's fair market value.

Bank/Time Deposits No limit Maximum maturity of 5 years.

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Authorized Investment Legal Limit
(%)
Other Constraints
Local Agency Investment
Fund (LAIF)
$ 75 million* Monies are invested in pooled state fund
managed by State Treasurer. Maximum
15 transactions per month.

Joint Powers Authority
Pool
No limit
County Pooled
Investment Funds
No limit
Public Bank No limit Commercial paper, debt securities, or other obligations of a public bank, as
defined in Section 57600.
* Per LAIF account. Separate accounts can be established for different legal entities. ** Per AB 945, limit increased from 30% to 50% effective January 1, 2020, until January 1, 2026, at which time limit will return to 30%.
*** In effect until January 1, 2026.
**** Per Council authorization, up to 15% of the portfolio may be invested in remaining term to maturity of over five and up to fifteen years.

Bond Proceeds
Bond proceeds may be invested in accordance with the State Code and bond indenture provisions.

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GLOSSARY
AGENCIES: Federal agency securities and/or Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSE’s).

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT (ACFR): The official annual report for the City of Santa Monica. It includes basic financial statements for each individual fund and account group prepared in conformity with GAAP. It also includes supporting schedules necessary to demonstrate compliance with finance-related legal and contractual provisions, extensive introductory material, and a detailed Statistical Section.

ASKED: The price at which securities are offered for sale.

BANKERS’ ACCEPTANCE (BA): A draft or bill of exchange accepted by a bank or trust company. The accepting institution guarantees payment of the bill, as well as the issuer.

BASIS POINT: A basis point equals one one-hundredth of 1% (.01%).

BENCHMARK: A comparative base for measuring the performance or risk tolerance of an investment portfolio. The benchmark should represent a close correlation to the level of risk and the average duration of the portfolio.

BID: The price offered for securities.

BROKER: A broker brings buyers and sellers together for a commission.

CALLABLE SECURITY: A security that can be redeemed by the issuer before the scheduled maturity date.

CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT (CD): A time deposit with a specific maturity evidenced by a certificate. Large denomination CD’s are typically negotiable.

COLLATERAL: Securities, evidence of deposit or other property which a borrower pledges to secure repayment of a loan. Also refers to securities pledged by a bank to secure deposits of public monies.

COMMERCIAL PAPER (CP): An unsecured promissory note with a fixed maturity no longer than 270 days. Usually sold in discount form.

COUPON: (a). The annual rate of interest that a bond's issuer promises to pay the bondholder on the bond's face value. (b) A certificate attached to a bond evidencing interest due on a payment date.

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and selling for his own account.

DELIVERY VERSUS PAYMENT (DVP): There are two methods of delivery of securities:
delivery versus payment and delivery versus receipt (also called free). Delivery versus payment is delivery of securities with an exchange of money for the securities. Delivery versus receipt is delivery of securities with an exchange of a signed receipt for the securities.

DEBENTURE: A bond secured only by the general credit of the issuer.

DERIVATIVES: (1) Financial instruments whose return profile is linked to, or derived from, the movement of one or more underlying indices or securities, and may include a leveraging factor, or (2) financial contracts based on notional amounts whose value is derived from an underlying index or security (interest rates, foreign exchange rates, equities, or commodities).

DISCOUNT: The difference between the cost price of a security and its value at maturity when quoted at lower than face value. A security selling below original offering price shortly after sale also is considered to be at a discount.

DISCOUNT SECURITIES: Non-interest-bearing money market instruments that are issued at a discount and redeemed at maturity for full face value (e.g., U.S. Treasury bills, commercial paper, Agency discount notes).

DIVERSIFICATION: Dividing investment funds among a variety of securities, issuers, and maturity dates offering independent returns.

DURATION: A measure of the timing of the cash flows, such as the interest payments and the principal repayment, to be received from a given fixed-income security. This calculation is based on three variables: term to maturity, coupon rate, and yield to maturity.

The duration of a security is a useful indicator of its price volatility for given changes in interest rates.

FEDERAL AGRICULTURAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION (FARMER MAC): Farmer Mac was created to increase access to and reduce the cost of capital for the benefit of American agriculture and rural communities. Farmer Mac provides financial solutions to a broad spectrum of the agricultural community, including agricultural lenders, agribusinesses, and other institutions.

FEDERAL CREDIT AGENCIES: Agencies of the Federal government set up to supply credit to various classes of institutions and individuals, e.g., S&L's, small business firms, students, farmers, farm cooperatives, and exporters.

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (FDIC): A federal agency that insures bank deposits, currently up to $250,000 per deposit.

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to rural communities and U.S. agriculture.

FEDERAL FUNDS: Non-interest-bearing deposits held by member banks at the Federal Reserve. Also used to denote "immediately available" funds in the clearing sense. "Fed Funds" also used to refer to these funds.

FEDERAL FUNDS RATE: The rate of interest at which private banks lend funds to other private banks. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) sets a target rate. This actual rate is currently pegged by the Federal Reserve through open-market operations.

FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS (FHLB): Government sponsored wholesale banks (currently 12 regional banks) which lend funds and provide correspondent banking services to member commercial banks, thrift institutions, credit unions, and insurance companies. The mission of the FHLB’s is to liquefy the housing related assets of members who must purchase stock in their district Bank.

FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION (FHLMC): A Government Sponsored Enterprise that provides liquidity to the mortgage markets, much like FNMA and FHLB. Also referred to as “Freddie Mac”.

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (FNMA): FNMA, like GNMA was chartered under the Federal National Mortgage Association Act in 1938. FNMA is a federal corporation working under the auspices of the Department of Housing & Urban Development, H.U.D. It is the largest single provider of residential mortgage funds in the United States. Fannie Mae, as the corporation is called, is a private stockholder-owned corporation. The corporation’s purchases include a variety of adjustable mortgages and second loans in addition to fixed-rate mortgages. FNMA's securities are also highly liquid and are widely accepted. FNMA assumes and guarantees that all security holders will receive timely payment of principal and interest.

FEDERAL OPEN MARKET COMMITTEE (FOMC): Consists of seven members of the Federal Reserve Board and five of the twelve Federal Reserve Bank Presidents. The President of the New York Federal Reserve Bank is a permanent member while the other Presidents serve on a rotating basis. The Committee periodically meets to set Federal Reserve guidelines regarding purchases and sales of Government Securities in the open market as a means of influencing the volume of bank credit and money.

FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM: The central bank of the United States created by Congress and consisting of a seven-member Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., 12 Regional Banks, and about 5,700 commercial banks that are members of the system.

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GOVERNMENTAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (GNMA or Ginnie Mae):

Securities influencing the volume of bank credit guaranteed by GNMA and issued by mortgage bankers, commercial banks, savings and loan associations and other institutions. Security holder is protected by full faith and credit of the U.S. Government.

Ginnie Mae securities are backed by FHA, VA or FMHM mortgages. The term passthroughs is often used to describe Ginnie Maes.

GREEN BONDS: Green bonds are used to finance projects that promote environmental and/or climate benefits. Green bonds eligible for inclusion in the City’s investment portfolio are issued by government agencies, private corporations, and institutions such as the World Bank.

INVERSE FLOATERS: A structured note in which the coupon increases as interest rates decline and decrease as rates rise.

LIQUIDITY: Liquidity is the ability to change an investment into its cash equivalent on short notice at its prevailing market value. In the money market, a security is said to be liquid if the spread between bid and asked prices is narrow and reasonable size can be done at those quotes.

LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF): The aggregate of all funds from political subdivisions that are placed in the custody of the State Treasurer for investment and reinvestment.

MARKET VALUE: The price at which a security is trading and could presumably be purchased or sold.

MASTER REPURCHASE AGREEMENT: A written contract covering all future transactions between the parties to repurchase-reverse repurchase agreements that establishes each party's rights in the transactions. A master agreement will often specify, among other things, the right of the buyer-lender to liquidate the underlying securities in the event of default by the seller-borrower.

MATURITY: The date upon which the principal or stated value of an investment becomes due and payable.

MONEY MARKET: The market in which short-term debt instruments (bills, commercial paper, bankers' acceptances, etc.) are issued and traded.

OFFER: The price asked by a seller of securities (When you are buying securities, you ask for an offer). See ASKED AND BID.

OPEN MARKET OPERATIONS: Purchases and sales of government and certain other securities in the open market by the New York Federal Reserve Bank, as directed by the FOMC, in order to influence the volume of money and credit in the economy. Purchases inject reserves into the bank system and stimulate growth of money and credit; sales have the opposite effect. Open market operations are the Federal Reserve's most important and most flexible monetary policy tool.

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PORTFOLIO: Collection of securities held by an investor.

PRIMARY DEALERS: A group of government securities dealers that submit daily reports of market activity and positions and monthly financial statements to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and are subject to its informal oversight. Primary dealers include Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registered securities broker-dealers, banks, and a few unregulated firms.

PRIME RATE: The rate at which banks lend to their best or "prime" customers.

PRINCIPAL: 1) the dollar cost of an issue excluding accrued interest. 2) The one who takes ownership in a transaction, as opposed to brokering or acting as agent.

PRUDENT PERSON RULE: An investment standard. In some states the law requires that a fiduciary, such as a trustee, may invest money only in a list of securities selected by the state (the so-called legal list). In other states, the trustee may invest in a security if it is one, which would be brought by a prudent person of discretion and intelligence who is seeking a reasonable income and preservation of capital.

QUALIFIED PUBLIC DEPOSITORIES: A financial institution which does not claim exemption from the payment of any sales or compensating use or ad valorem taxes under the laws of this state, which has segregated for the benefit of the commission eligible collateral having a value of not less than its maximum liability and which has been approved by the Public Deposit Protection Commission to hold public deposits.

RATE OF RETURN: The yield obtainable on a security based on its purchase price or its current market price. This may be the amortized yield to maturity on a bond or the current income return.

REPURCHASE AGREEMENT (RP OR REPO): A holder of securities sells these securities to an investor with an agreement to repurchase them at a fixed price on a fixed date. The security "buyer" in effect lends the "seller" money for the period of the agreement, and the terms of the agreement are structured to compensate him for this.

Dealers use RP extensively to finance their positions. Exception: When the Fed is said to be doing RP, it is lending money that is increasing bank reserves.

REVERSE REPO: An agreement whereby the dealer agrees to buy securities, and the investor agrees to repurchase them at a later date.

SAFEKEEPING: A service to customers rendered by banks for a fee whereby securities and valuables of all types and descriptions are held in the bank's vaults for protection.

SECONDARY MARKET: A market made for the purchase and sale of outstanding issues following the initial distribution.

SEC RULE 15C3-1: See uniform net capital rule.

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION: Agency created by Congress to protect investors in securities transaction by administering securities legislation.

SOCIAL IMPACT BONDS: Social impact bonds are used to finance programs such as affordable housing, poverty reduction, or other positive sustainable and social outcomes.

Social impact bonds eligible for inclusion in the City’s investment portfolio are typically issued by government agencies, and institutions such as the World Bank.

STRUCTURED NOTES: Notes issued by Government Sponsored Enterprises (FHLB, FNMA, etc.) and Corporations which have embedded options (e.g. call features, step-up coupons, floating rate coupons, derivative based returns) into their debt structure. Their market performance is impacted by the fluctuation of interest rates, the volatility of the imbedded options, and shifts in the shape of the yield curve.

SETTLEMENT DATE: The date on which a trade is cleared by delivery of securities against funds. This date may be the same as the trade date or later.

SUPRA NATIONALS: For purposes of this investment policy - obligations issued by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, International Finance Corporation, or Inter-American Development Bank.

TRADE DATE: The date on which the buyer and seller agree to a transaction. The trade date may or may not be the date on which the securities and money changes hands (settlement date).

TREASURY BILLS: A non-interest-bearing discount security issued by the U.S. Treasury to finance the national debt. Most bills are issued to mature in three months, six months, or one year.

TREASURY BOND: Long-term coupon-bearing securities U.S. Treasury securities issued as direct obligations of the U.S. Government and having initial maturities of more than ten years.

TREASURY NOTES: Intermediate term coupon-bearing U.S. Treasury securities issued as direct obligations of the U.S. Government and having initial maturities of from one to ten years.

UNIFORM CAPITAL RULE: Securities and Exchange Commission requirement that member firms as well as non-member broker-dealers in securities maintain a maximum ratio of indebtedness to liquid capital of 15 to 1; also called net capital rule and net capital ratio. Indebtedness covers all money owed to a firm including margin loans and commitments to purchase securities, one reason new public issues are spread among members of underwriting syndicates. Liquid capital includes cash and assets easily converted into cash.

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YIELD: The rate of annual income return on an investment, expressed as a percentage. (a) INCOME YIELD is obtained by dividing the current dollar income by the current market price for the security. (b) NET YIELD or YIELD TO MATURITY is the current income yield minus any premium above par or plus any discount from par in purchase price with the adjustment spread over the period from the date of purchase to the date of maturity of the bond.

YIELD TO MATURITY: The rate of return yielded by a debt security held to maturity when both interest payments and the investor's capital gain or loss on the security are taken into account.

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1 Date: April 6, 2022
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Gigi Decavalles-Hughes
Subject: Report on the City of Santa Monica’s Direct and Indirect Investments in and Divestment from Russian Assets
Introduction
On March 8, 2022, the Council approved Agenda Item 13-A condemning the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. As part of the approved action, Council directed the City Manager to research any sanctions or steps the City of Santa Monica might take to deplete the power of the Russian leader, Vladimir Putin, and any Russian Oligarchs, including divesting any city fund possessing Russian assets, and lobbying CalPERS in favor of divesting any state funds possessing Russian assets and the termination of state contracts with Russian firms.

Background
The City’s investment policy has historically included socially responsible guidelines.

Examples of this include the prohibition of investments in fossil fuel-related companies and banks that lend to those companies, in tobacco or tobacco-related products, and in weapons systems or nuclear power. Also, the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) profile of corporations is a component of credit analysis when considering investments in corporate medium-term notes. Additionally, Council has at times directed divestments based on certain geopolitical and/or humanitarian reasons.

Examples of these are South Africa during apartheid and Myanmar following a military coup and subsequent human rights violations.

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2 The City’s general investment portfolio has no direct investments in Russian companies and holds no sovereign Russian debt. The City also oversees the Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care funds through the use of an outside investment manager.

This portfolio also has no direct investment in Russian companies or Russian debt.

Discussion
As of February 28, 2022, the book value of the City’s investment portfolio (exclusive of cash in bank accounts) was $572.8 million. The City of Santa Monica holds no investments in any Russian companies or Russian sovereign debt. The City does own bonds in companies that had business operations in Russia at the time of the Ukraine invasion.

Corporate Debt
As of February 28, 2022, the City’s portfolio included approximately $124.8 million in corporate debt. Of this amount approximately $17.8 million was in bonds from United States based non-profit entities that do not have business in Russia. The remaining $107 million was bonds issued by 23 private corporations and the endowment funds of two universities. One of the corporate bonds ($2 million) matured in March 2022 reducing the outstanding amount to $105 million issued by 22 corporations. Staff has attempted to ascertain the level of divestment from Russia of the entities from which it holds investments. It can be difficult to get the complete picture since many companies’ operations in Russia are through third party arrangements with other corporations.

The two business sectors with the most exposure to and business relationship with Russia are the oil and banking sectors. Since the City has already divested from fossil fuel companies and banks lending to such companies, the current investment portfolio has no investments related to Russia from these sectors. Two of the companies that have bonds included in the portfolio do not appear to do business in Russia. The two university endowment funds mentioned, Yale University and Texas A&M University, have announced plans to pull all investments in Russian entities.

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3 Of the remaining 18 companies for which the City holds bonds in its investment portfolio, 12 have publicly announced either a termination, suspension, or limiting of business activities in Russia. The other four are insurance companies. Since insurance companies maintain large investment portfolios, the exposure to Russia could be to Russian businesses or the holding of investments in Russia. Staff has not been able to determine the extent of Russian involvement of these companies in Russia and have seen no public statements regarding divestment.

Supranationals
The portfolio also includes approximately $25.6 million in bonds issued by World Bank related institutions such as the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Finance Corporation. These bonds, also known as Supranationals, provide funding for projects related to clean water, climate change, and infrastructure enhancement. Russia is a member of the World Bank. On March 2, 2022, the World Bank halted all programs in Russia due to their war on Ukraine.

Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
LAIF is a short-term investment pool managed by the California State Treasurers Office used by over 400 local agencies in California, including Santa Monica, for short-term cash and liquidity needs. LAIF has announced that it has no investments in Russian entities.

Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care Funds
The City oversees the Cemetery and Mausoleum Perpetual Care funds through use of an outside investment manager. This portfolio follows the same socially responsible investment guidelines included in the City’s Investment Policy. This portfolio has no direct investment in Russian companies or Russian debt and is also divested from the Russia-heavy sectors of fossil fuels and banking.

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4 CalPERS
The California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) is the United States' largest public fund. CalPERS has reported that it has over three quarters of a billion dollars in Russian investments, consisting of $420 million in public stocks and $345 million in illiquid real estate assets. None of CalPERS holdings include Russian government debt.

Although these are sizable amounts, CalPERS claims that combined they represent only

0.17% of its total investment portfolio.

In response to Russia's attack on Ukraine, CalPERS has announced the following actions:
• CalPERS has ceased all transactions in Russian publicly traded equity and has stopped the flow of any new investments into the country. • CalPERS is actively assessing its real estate investments and determining a path forward.
• CalPERS is reviewing all its investments in emerging markets, including Russia, due to the impacts the crisis has had on all financial markets. • CalPERS is following all regulatory requirements promulgated by U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control and the sanctions that are in place.

SB 1328, recently introduced in the State legislature, would require CalPERS to divest from Russian and Belarusian assets and companies. SB 1328 would prohibit CalPERS (and other public retirement systems) from investing public employee retirement funds in a company with business operations in Russia or Belarus or a company that supplies military equipment to Russia or Belarus. It would also prohibit future State investments in Russia or Belarus until the invasion is over and sanctions removed.

Summary and Recommendations
Santa Monica has no direct investments in Russian companies or the Russian government. The City does own bonds issued by a number of companies that have historically done business in Russia, but not from the most heavily invested sectors of fossil fuels and banking. For the most part, entities in which the City does hold Attachment B

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5 investments have announced plans to either terminate, suspend, or limit business in Russia.

Based on staff’s review, the following actions are recommended:

1. No current investments will be sold based on the Russian invasion. Sale of all the bonds of companies that were doing business with Russia would result in a loss of approximately $2.7 million which would cause fiscal harm to the City. Sale of the Supranationals would add another $0.7 million to the loss. Attachment A includes a listing of the bonds, their involvement in Russia, and includes the estimated loss the City would realize if the investments were sold.

2. Until such time either (1) Russia halts the invasion and occupation of Ukraine as determined by the U.S. Department of State; or (2) The United States revokes all sanctions against Russia imposed because of its participation in the February 24, 2022, invasion of Ukraine, no new investments should be made in companies that have not announced a termination, suspension, or limitation of business in Russia.

3. Staff will continue to monitor the status of entities and their Russian business activity and may restrict future new investments in companies that resume business operations in Russia or do not adequately reduce their business operations in Russia before 1) Russia halts the invasion and occupation of Ukraine as determined by the U.S. Department of State; or (2) The United States revokes all sanctions against Russia imposed because of its participation in the February 24, 2022, invasion of Ukraine.

4. The City supports SB 1328 calling for the CalPERS divestment of all Russian assets.

On March 21, 2022, Mayor Sue Himmelrich sent a letter of support for SB 1328 on behalf of the City. The letter is attached as Attachment B.

Prepared By: Gigi Decavalles-Hughes, Director of Finance Attachments: A. SB 1328 Letter to Senator McGuire
B. City of Santa Monica Corporate Investments with Status of Russian Exposure
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From: Nikima Newsome, City Clerk, Records and Election Services Department Subject: Approval of Minutes for Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Redevelopment Successor Agency approve the minutes of the December 17, 2024 meeting.

Prepared By: David Yakobson, Staff Assistant III
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A. December 17, 2024 Minutes

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CITY OF SANTA MONICA

REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 17, 2024
A special meeting of the Santa Monica Redevelopment Successor Agency was called to order by Chair Negrete at 9:15 p.m., on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at City Council Chambers, 1685 Main Street.

Roll Call: Present: Chair Lana Negrete
Chair Pro Tem Caroline Torosis (Remote)
Agency Member Jesse Zwick
Agency Member Dan Hall
Agency Member Ellis Raskin
Agency Member Natayla Zernitskaya

Absent: Agency Member Barry Snell
Also Present: Executive Director David White
Agency Attorney Douglas Sloan
Agency Secretary Nikima S. Newsome
CONVENE On order of the Chair, the Redevelopment Successor Agency convened at 8:46 p.m., with all members present, except Agency Member Snell.

REPORT ON MEETING

COMPENSATION
Pursuant to State law, Agency Secretary Nikima S. Newsome announced that members will receive no compensation for meeting as the Redevelopment Successor Agency.

PUBLIC INPUT FOR

CONSENT CALENDAR
ONLY:

Member of the public Denise Barton commented on Consent Calendar items.

CONSENT CALENDAR:

JOINT MEETING WITH

THE REDEVELOPMENT

SUCCESSOR AGENCY
There being a Consent Calendar for the Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council, the two Consent Calendars were heard concurrently. All items were considered and approved in one motion unless removed by a member for discussion.

At the request of Agency Member Raskin, Item 5.C. was removed from

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Motion by Chair Pro Tem Torosis, seconded by Agency Member Hall, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Item 5.C, reading resolutions by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:

AYES: Agency Members Zernitskaya, Raskin, Hall, Zwick,
Chair Pro Tem Torosis, Chair Negrete
NOES: None
ABSENT: Agency Member Snell

ANNUAL HOUSING
REPORT

5.X. Annual Report on Low-Mod Income Housing Asset Fund, was presented.

Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Redevelopment Successor Agency:

1. Receive the Annual Report on the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and authorize the City Manager to post the report on the City's website by December 31, 2024; and

2. Direct the City Manager to present the independent audit of the Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund to the City
Council upon completion of the independent audit of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and authorize the City Manager to post the results of the audit on the City's website after presentation to City Council.

RECOGNIZED

OBLIGIATION

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

5.Y. Approval of Annual Recognized Obligation Payment
Schedule (ROPS), was presented.

Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the Redevelopment Successor Agency:

1. Adopt Resolution No. 45 (SA) and No. 46 (SA) approving the Agency’s recognized obligation payment schedule and
administrative budget for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

2. Adopt a finding that the recognized obligation payment schedule is not a “project” subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
MINUTES 5.Z. Minutes for Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting, were approved.

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Staff recommends that the Redevelopment Successor Agency approve the minutes of the February 13, 2024 meeting.

ADJOURNMENT: On order of the Chair, the Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting was adjourned at 9:19 p.m.

ATTEST: APPROVED:

Nikima S. Newsome Lana Negrete
Agency Secretary Chair

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From: Douglas Sloan, City Attorney, City Attorney's Office Subject: Conference with labor negotiator – Gov. Code § 54957.6: agency designated representatives: City Manager David White, Interim City Manager Elaine Polachek, Human Resources Director Dana Brown, and Human Resources Manager Sarah Rebensdorf; bargaining units: Administrative Team Associates (ATA), AFSCME Local 4819 - Management Team Association (MTA), California Teamsters Local 911 (IBT), Municipal Employees Association (MEA), Public Attorney’s Legal Support Staff Union (PALSSU), Public Attorney’s Union (PAU), Santa Monica Fire Executive Management Association (FEMA), Santa Monica Firefighters Local 1109 (LOCAL 1109), Police Officers Association (POA), Supervisory Team Association (STA) and SMART TD - International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers- Transportation Division, Local 1785 (SMART TD) Prepared By: Andrew Cabello, Legal Assistant
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From: David White, City Manager, City Manager's Office
Subject: Reparations Study Session
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that Council provide direction on the key areas of focus for a City Reparations & Landback Program to study the historical harms done to Santa Monica’s marginalized communities and provide recommendations on how to address those harms.

Executive Summary
On January 23, 2024, the Council directed staff to survey reparations efforts in other jurisdictions, identify any potential legal issues with pursuing our own reparative efforts, and report back to the City Council. On February 13, 2024, the Council directed staff to consider a series of recommendations, including adopting a city-wide land acknowledgment initiative and a restorative justice approach to repair harm of past actions of the City of Santa Monica impacting diverse groups from various heritages and cultures. Following engagement with many diverse community members to develop the City’s equity plan, which will come to Council later this spring, and the evaluation of different jurisdictions’ reparations programs, staff intend to launch a comprehensive Reparations & Landback process. This 18 month process will be centered around a task force of community members and experts who will explore and recognize the multiple historical injustices faced by marginalized communities in Santa Monica as well as identify priorities and recommendations for how to repair those harms. This will be done through a phased approach that will require multiple inflection points with Council to

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ensure the direction of the task force is aligned with Council's vision. At the conclusion of this process, Council will be presented with the Task Force’s recommendations and the opportunity to adopt the policy framework for Santa Monica’s Reparations Program.

This work to develop the City’s Reparations Program will operate in phases, including community engagement and truth-telling, and culminating in the development of a comprehensive plan that will include a foundational harms report and repair recommendations within legal parameters. The recommendations will also include funding models, with considerations of external funding sources (e.g, grants, community fundraising) to implement those recommendations. Embracing this process will substantiate the City's commitment to racial justice and contribute to a more equitable and healed future for all Santa Monica residents.

Background
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of Santa Monica as a city—a time that naturally lends itself for self-reflection on both our impressive collective accomplishments over the past 150 years, as well as the harms we’ve created along the way. As a part of this reflection process, the City has an incredible opportunity to take an unflinching look at the harm that has been done to our marginalized communities over the course of our history, and to make amends for that harm through a communitydriven restorative justice process.

In addition, the City’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team has recently completed a yearlong engagement process to learn our community’s equity priorities to inform Santa Monica’s first Citywide Equity Plan, which will come to Council this Spring. Throughout the community engagement process, which provided feedback from a diverse group of residents, the topic of restorative justice came up repeatedly as a key priority of our community. Participants in community-led listening sessions shared specific incidents of bias in Santa Monica’s past that they saw as the cause for gaps in life outcomes for residents of color today, and proposed reparations of different types as a means to repair the harm that was done. Toward this end, staff in the City Manager’s Office will convene a task force that is made up of community members and subject matter

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experts in the fields of racial and restorative justice to identify those harms that have been done and make recommendations on how to repair them. This act of community introspection and atonement may become one of our biggest accomplishments yet, paving the way for a more equitable City that truly lives up to our stated strategic priority of justice, equity, and diversity.

Many recent developments have positioned the City to undertake this important work. In November 2022, the City offered a historic “Black Apology” to its African American residents, in collaboration with the Committee for Racial Justice. In January 2024, the City Council followed up with a directive for staff to research reparations efforts nationwide and identify any legal challenges to pursuing reparations in Santa Monica. In February 2024, Council adopted all of the recommendations coming out of the ReFrame Mural project, including the following recommendations which pertain to restorative justice for Indigenous communities:
• Facilitate relationship with the Kuruvungna Springs Foundation and support their efforts to have their land transferred back to Indigenous sovereignty (began September 2024)
• Adopt a Citywide land acknowledgement initiative (“Statement of Accountability” completed November 2024)
• Facilitate Landback in Santa Monica
Further, the Council adopted an additional recommendation to “consider a restorative justice approach to repair harm from past actions of the City of Santa Monica impacting diverse groups from various heritages and cultures.” In light of this directive, and in response to growing community calls for reparations for harm done to communities of color in the Pico neighborhood, Belmar Triangle, and other historically biased interventions by the City, staff recommends implementing a comprehensive restorative justice approach.

Legal Guidelines for Reparations Programs
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additional guidance from the City Attorney’s Office provided Council with a horizon scan of reparations efforts across the country, including the legal considerations for proceeding with reparations under federal and California State law as well as several examples of cities that have recently implemented reparations programs.

According to City Attorney’s Office, a legally compliant reparations program may compensate or provide a benefit to a class of individuals or their descendants who were harmed by past actions of the City, but the City cannot give a preference based on a person’s race based on the following laws: First, Proposition 209 prohibits race conscious programs in employment, public education, or public contracting. Second, federal and state fair housing laws prohibit discrimination based on race. Third, federal and state equal protection laws require that the City treat two or more similarly situated persons in an equal manner. Race conscious policies are subject to strict scrutiny, which requires that the program be narrowly tailored to further a compelling government interest. To meet this standard, the policy must be tied to an exact injury suffered by a specific individual or group of individuals to remediate specific, identified instances of past discrimination that violated the Constitution or a statute.

The City’s reparation program will be focused on providing accountability for historic injustice; address contemporary practices that perpetuate wrongdoing and persecution of oppressed communities; and provide restitution to remediate specific, identified instances of provable historical harm to victims and their descendants.

The City could establish a fund, policy, and process for making claims and awards from the fund. Accordingly, extending compensation to a beneficiary class of victims or their descendants based on a race-neutral common factor such as geography (i.e. those living in the Belmar Triangle at the time of the City’s condemnation), is consistent with legal requirements.

One recent example of a city’s race-neutral restorative justice approach happened on November 14, 2024, when the City of Palm Springs agreed to pay $5.9 million in reparations to families whose relatives were displaced in the by the city in the 1960’s.

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At that time, the city demolished and burned the homes of over 2000 Black and Latino residents in a one square mile community known as Section 14, to make room for commercial development. In addition to the financial reparations to descendants of families that were directly impacted by the city’s actions, the Palm Springs city council approved funding for a broad restorative justice program applicable to the entire Palm Springs community, with outreach targeted to Section 14 families, including $10 million for a first-time homebuyer assistance program and another $10 million for a community land trust, and the construction of a monument to commemorate the history of the neighborhood.

About Reparations and Landback
Landback and reparations are forms of restorative justice gaining traction in communities across the country. Landback refers to the movement to return land taken through colonization to its original Indigenous inhabitants. While the most complete form involves transferring land back to Indigenous sovereignty, other approaches—such as co-managing land or restoring it to native plants with Indigenous stewardship practices—are also forms of Landback embraced by many Indigenous leaders.

Nationwide, California is currently leading the way in Landback, with efforts at every level of government. At the federal level, 125 acres of Redwood National Park are now co-managed with the Yurok Tribe; at the State level, over 1,250 acres have been returned to California tribes since 2020; and at the local level, cities like Oakland, Berkeley, and Huntington Beach have returned parcels of land to local tribes.

On the other hand, reparations is typically, although not exclusively, used to describe restorative justice work to heal historic harms done to African American communities.

The reparations movement is gaining momentum nationwide, with dozens of cities studying the issue and some already distributing reparations funds. Notable examples include Evanston, IL; Asheville, NC; Athens, GA; St. Paul, MN; and most recently, Palm Springs, CA, where funds have been granted to largely Black and brown communities displaced by condemnation, similar to Santa Monica’s Belmar Triangle. Additionally, four states are exploring reparations, with California again leading the way. In 2023, the State published an extensive 1,100-page report that documents harms done to Black

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Californians and provides policy recommendations, many of which could be implemented at the local level, ranging from mandated racial impact analysis with policy decisions, to increasing housing options, to mitigating pollution from highways built in communities of color.

Both reparations and Landback are subject to the United Nations Principles on Remedy and Reparation, which states that full and effective reparation must include:

1. Restitution: The actors who caused harm have an obligation to return victims to the status quo before that harm occurred, or as close to it as possible.

2. Compensation: Compensation is to be provided for both material and moral damages, including lost economic opportunities and potential earnings, physical and psychological, and costs associated with the harm, such as legal expertise.

3. Rehabilitation: Actors causing harm must provide any necessary professional assistance as a result of the harms endured, such as medical or psychological care, and the victim(s) must be able to play a part in choosing that care.

4. Satisfaction: Satisfaction means that harms being done must stop and can include a public truth-telling and reckoning process, as well as a public apology restoring the reputation of the victim(s), and any commemoration honoring those who were harmed.

5. Guarantees of Non-repetition: Reviewing and reforming laws on the books to prevent future violations, with a focus on structural changes through legislative measures
Current conversations around reparations tend to focus on the monetary aspects of the work, which are certainly a part of true reparative justice work, as point two illustrates above. However, as a government agency, the City has many tools in its toolbox to bring about repair that satisfy the rest of these points through new policies and programs. Indeed, the City has already began the work on the fourth point of satisfaction—at least with our African American community—through The Black Apology. The Task Force will evaluate the myriad of options the City has to implement its restorative justice package to recommend a program responsive to Santa Monica.

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The Reparations & Landback Task Force
To develop the work plan of the Reparations & Landback Task Force, staff engaged leaders in the Santa Monica area who held significant knowledge of Santa Monica’s history and past incidents of harm. In order to get their feedback, staff met one-on-one with leaders who responded with interest and availability/capacity from each of the organizations below:
• Committee for Racial Justice
• Gabrielino-Tongva (Kuruvungna) Springs Foundation
• Gabrieleno/Tongva – San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians • Santa Monica Black Empowerment Association
• Tongva Taraxat Paxaavxa Conservancy
• Zeal Arts Collective
What emerged from these conversations was a confirmation of a need to focus on the more known historical incidents that require repair: the taking of Belmar triangle and the eradication of the Black and Brown community that was once there, the disruption of community and displacement caused by the siting and development of the 10 freeway, and the taking of Indigenous land to create the City of Santa Monica. From our broader community engagement efforts, staff is also aware of other harms that have not been as well documented and may need to be explored, including the displacement of the Jewish community in Ocean Park and impacts of development on the Latino community. In order to develop a comprehensive approach to begin to repair these harms, staff will initiate the Reparations & Landback Task Force that reports to the City Manager in March 2025. The Task Force will be structured with three sub-committees focused on Historical Research, Fundraising & Messaging, and Community Education and Events. Residency in Santa Monica will not be a requirement to serving on the Task Force so as to include national subject matter experts; our engagement partners agreed that a mix of Santa Monica residents and subject matter experts would be ideal for the Task Force’s composition.

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The proposed timeline for the Task Force’s work is as follows:
• Phase 1: Orientation & Planning – April-July 2025
o Key focus areas: introductions, adoption of roles and decision-making processes, civic empowerment and advocacy trainings, overview of the Landback and reparations movements.
• Phase 2: Truth-Telling & Listening – August- October 2025 o Key focus areas: soliciting public input on the harms sustained and witnessed by members of Santa Monica’s marginalized communities, hosting a public truth-telling event, drafting and soliciting input on a community harms report, adoption of harms report by Council and community distribution
o Council involvement: attendance at public truth telling event; review and adoption of harms report
• Phase 3: Repair – November 2025 –May 2026
o Key focus areas: Exploring both monetary and non-monetary forms of repair, exploring costs of monetary repairs along with potential funding streams, drafting and soliciting community feedback on recommendations report, adoption of recommendations by Council, adoption of plan for ongoing community engagement
By the end of this process, Council will have been engaged at multiple points including via participation in a community truth-telling event, review and feedback on a report documenting the harms experienced by the City’s marginalized communities for formal adoption, and in the review and adoption of a final set of recommendations to address these harms, thereby creating the City’s reparations program.

Key Considerations
Though the work of restorative justice is necessary in communities across the country and can be cathartic and deeply rewarding, it can also be painful, challenging, and contentious. One notable challenge is the potential for conflict both within and between communities of shared identity. Historical factors such as colonization, white supremacy culture, the perception of “scarce” resources, and the very harms we aim to address

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have had a divisive impact on many of Santa Monica’s marginalized communities.

These dynamics will inevitably surface as we confront the harm done to these groups.

For example, the Indigenous peoples of what is now Santa Monica are often referred to collectively as “Tongva.” However, this term, coined in 1905, does not align with their traditional self-identification, which was tied to the interconnected villages they belonged to rather than a unified tribe or nation. This lack of historical recognition, combined with limited awareness from the dominant settler culture and the absence of federal recognition, has fueled territorial disputes and conflicts over rightful representation.

As an external party, the City cannot dictate resolutions to these disputes but must navigate them carefully, following the example of the County of Los Angeles in its restorative justice efforts with these communities. Further, for this important work of healing rifts between communities, selecting members who are willing to work across difference will be absolutely essential for its success.

Further challenges from communities who don’t understand the legitimacy or need for reparative justice work, as well as communities who feel that their unique issues are not addressed through this process will certainly be present. In response the DEI team, together with the Task Force is prepared to do extensive community education to overcome these obstacles, as have the many other communities have who are further along in their reparative justice process.

Financial Considerations
In this period of elevated uncertainty, the city’s General Fund remains constrained by unprecedented liabilities, a backlog of infrastructure maintenance and capital projects, combined with significantly reduced general fund reserve levels as a result of unprecedented legal liabilities. Therefore, structuring a funding model will be imperative to the success of any reparations program the city implements.

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cost. Amongst cities that have already begun paying reparations to their residents, price tags have ranged from $2.1 million in Ashville, NC to $10 million in Providence, RI, though notably, these efforts have been aimed at paying reparations for only one community, and not many communities as Council directed in Santa Monica. Funding streams in these cities have included American Rescue Plan Act funding (Providence, RI), instituting a 3% cannabis tax (Evanston, IL), sale of excess government property (Ashville, NC), and re-allocating funding from law enforcement budgets (San Francisco, CA). Other cities have relied on community fundraising. Given the state of the city’s financial challenges, staff will evaluate various funding models as part of its recommendations to implement a reparations program.

It should also be noted that the enduring nature inherent to a high-quality restorative justice process may actually help reduce the city’s immediate financial burden without diluting the city’s commitment to community restoration. Good reparations and Landback processes are not one-and-done solutions. They are long-term commitments that leave the communities and people who participate in them transformed and create expectations for a more equitable future than what was done before. Therefore, the recommendations around reparations funding will need to contemplate the initial funding requirements as well as a mechanism to provide on-going support to the program.

Financial Impacts and Budget Actions
There is no immediate budget action necessary as a result of recommended action.

Staff will return to Council with the associated financial impacts and specific budget actions required based on direction received from Council. Future actions to complete the reparatory justice process will likely be in the $2-10 million dollar range, which can be paid over a period of time, and will include outside and community funding, in partnership with the Task Force.

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Prepared By: Lisa Parson, Equity and Inclusion Manager
Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. January 23, 2024 Staff Report (web link)
B. February 13, 2024 Staff Report (web link)
C. City Council Strategic Priorities (Web Link)
D. November 15, 2022 Staff Report (web link)
E. Kuruvungna Springs Foundation (Web Link)
F. May 28, 2024 Council PowerPoint Presentation (web link) G. California State Reparations Task Force Final Report (Web Link) H. United Nations Principles on Remedy and Reparation (Web Link) I. Committee for Racial Justice Facebook Page (Web Link) J. Gabrieleno/Tongva – San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians (Web Link) K. Santa Monica Black Empowerment Association
L. Tongva Taraxat Paxaavxa Conservancy (Web Link)
M. Zeal Arts Collective (Web Link)
N. LA County indigneous harms report and land acknowledgement (Web Link) O. Written Comments
P. PowerPoint Presentation

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Cc: David Gardinier
Subject: San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians- Landback and Reparations Attachments: City Council Santa Monica SGBMI 021025 Letter.pdf

EXTERNAL
February 10, 2025
Dear Mayor Negrete and Members of the City Council,
On behalf of the historic tribe of Santa Monica, the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, we would like to express our sincere encouragement and gratitude for the City of Santa Monica's ongoing efforts to explore land back and reparations initiatives. As a tribal community whose ancestral lands stretch across the Los Angeles area, we deeply appreciate the city's acknowledgment of its history and the importance of repairing relationships with the First Peoples of this region.

Our tribal member participated in the Reframe group, an initiative regarding the mural in City Hall. We are involved in the naming of Tongva Park, which reflects a significant step in honoring the legacy of the Tongva people and their enduring connection to this land. At the opening our tribe supported the event with a traditional blessing and our Tribal dancers.

We are optimistic about the potential for deeper collaboration and partnership between the City of Santa Monica and Native communities, supporting the rights and needs of the First Peoples of Los Angeles. The commitment demonstrated by the city in these endeavors is truly encouraging, and we look forward to continued engagement and progress.

We are the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrieleno/Tongva. Our lineage and community involvement run with deep roots in Los Angeles. We are the tribe that has been here since time immemorial.  Our Tribal Elders were called as the Most Likely Descendants of Encino and Puvungna as noted in these Los Angeles Times Articles from the 1980s, our tribal members were the first Most Likely Descendants  Our Tribe led the way in preserving Kuruvungna Springs, we are are still active in our connection with Kuruvungna
 We participated in the Los Angeles County Harms Report  I was in the Oval Office when President Biden signed the protection of the San Gabriel Mountains  Most recently LAUSD identified our tribe as the Gabrieleno Tongva tribe of Los Angeles We stand ready to support the city in these efforts and look forward to the next steps in this important journey. Thank you for your leadership and for your ongoing dedication to creating a more inclusive and restorative community for all.

Sincerely,
Chief Anthony Redblood Morales
Chief Antony Redblood Morales, Chairman and President of the Gabrieleno Tongva Tribal Council and San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians
Sent on behalf of Chief Anthony Morales by:

Mona Morales Recalde
Community Outreach
San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrieleno/Tongva
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Dear Mayor Lana Negrete and Members of the City Council, On behalf of the historic tribe of Santa Monica, the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, we would like to express our sincere encouragement and gratitude for the City of Santa Monica's ongoing efforts to explore land back and reparations initiatives. As a tribal community whose ancestral lands stretch across the Los Angeles area, we deeply appreciate the city's acknowledgment of its history and the importance of repairing relationships with the First Peoples of this region.

We are the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrieleno/Tongva. Our lineage and community involvement run with deep roots in Los Angeles. We are the tribe that has been here since time immemorial.
● Our Tribal Elders were called as the Most Likely Descendants of Encino and Puvungna as noted in these Los Angeles Times Articles from the 1980s, our tribal members were the first Most Likely Descendants
● Our Tribe led the way in preserving Kurungna Springs, we are are still active in our connection with Kuruvungna
● We participated in the Los Angeles County Harms Report ● I was in the Oval Office when President Biden signed the protection of the San Gabriel Mountains ● Most recently LAUSD identified our tribe as the Gabrieleno Tongva tribe of Los Angeles We stand ready to support the city in these efforts and look forward to the next steps in this important journey. Thank you for your leadership and for your ongoing dedication to creating a more inclusive and restorative community for all.

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Packet Pg. 605 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) 1 David Yakobson
From: Monica Sahagun <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 11:46 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Agenda item #7

EXTERNAL
Honorable City Council,
After reviewing Staff Report 6841 regarding Reparations Study Session, it is clear to see how complex and layered this work has been and will continue to be.

Precisely for this reason, we believe that more clarity is needed before moving to create a defined reparations and landback process.

Questions and recommended focus:

1. List of organizations that have already met with the staff needs to have more Latino/Mexican/Indigenous/Chicano representation.

2. What criteria will be used to identify the experts mentioned in the report?

3. Proposed timeline appears too limited given the depth of work required in order to prepare a path toward reparations and landback process.

4. Immediate focus should be solely on Phase One and include a more complete review of historical data, including all communities and how these have been impacted over time and continue to be harmed by ongoing settler colonial mindsets and policies.

Thank you for your time and attention to this essential matter.

Paulina Sahagun & Monica Sahagun
Members of displaced family by 10 FWY, artists, educators, cultural producers.

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Packet Pg. 606 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) From: City of Santa Monica
To: Clerk Mailbox
Subject: Fw: Letter in Favor of Item 7A - Reparations and Landback Program Study Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 7:13:32 AM
Attachments: Outlook-sv3mclta.png
To submit a 311 request please visit 311.santamonica.gov, email [email protected], or call (866) 311-7266
City of Santa Monica
1685 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-8411
From: Angela D. Scott <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2025 11:16 PM
To: City of Santa Monica <[email protected]>; Lana Negrete <[email protected]>; Caroline Torosis <[email protected]>; Jesse Zwick <[email protected]>; Dan Hall <[email protected]>; Ellis Raskin <[email protected]>; Barry Snell <[email protected]>; Natalya Zernitskaya <[email protected]>; Lisa Parson <[email protected]>; David White <[email protected]>
Cc: Robbie Jones <[email protected]>; Joanne Berlin <[email protected]>; Janet McKeithen <[email protected]>
Subject: Letter in Favor of Item 7A - Reparations and Landback Program Study

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor Negrete, Mayor ProTem Torosis, and City Council Members, I am writing to express my strong support for Item 7A, the Reparations Study Session, scheduled for discussion at the upcoming City Council meeting on February 11, 2025. This initiative marks an essential advancement toward redressing the long-standing injustices and damages that Santa Monica's marginalized communities have endured.

The Reparations & Landback Program seeks to examine historical wrongs inflicted on Santa Monica’s marginalized communities while formulating recommendations to rectify these issues. The process will incorporate community input, along with truth-telling to create a foundational harms report and legal repair suggestions. Through its phased approach which establishes a task force made up of community members and experts, the program guarantees alignment between the task force's direction and the Council's vision as well as community requirements.

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Packet Pg. 607 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) Adoption of this process will validate Santa Monica's dedication to racial justice and help build an equitable future for all its citizens. The program demonstrates a commendable commitment by ensuring accountability for historical injustices and contemporary wrongdoings while offering restitution for specific verified instances of historical harm to victims and their descendants.

The program shows a sustainable and strategic approach to recommendation implementation through its assessment of diverse funding options such as grants and community fundraising efforts. This initiative recognizes historical wrongs while establishing a foundation for an equitable and inclusive tomorrow.

The City Council should endorse Item 7A to advance the Reparations & Landback Program.

Santa Monica has the opportunity to establish itself as an influential model for other communities through this action while simultaneously strengthening its dedication to justice and diversity.

Thanks in advance for your consideration of this letter.

Warmest,
Angela
Angela D. Scott (she/her), MBA/V
Student, Doctor of Education, Ed.D.

Organizational Change and Leadership
"You don't make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining.

You make progress by implementing ideas." - Shirley Chisholm I acknowledge with respect and gratitude the Tongva, Kizh, and Chumash Peoples on whose traditional territory I live and work.

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Packet Pg. 608 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) 1 Edgar Sernas
From: Kevin McKeown <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, February 6, 2025 10:42 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Comment on item 7-A “Reparations Study Session” Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged

EXTERNAL
I urge you to boldly champion reparaƟons, even though some of our consƟtuents may be uncomfortable with the necessary acƟons. We must undo the racist history of Santa Monica, including past policies for which we may not personally have been responsible.

At the same Ɵme, I suggest you focus on Ɵmeliness by starƟng with restoraƟve jusƟce for regreƩable acƟons actually taken locally by the City of Santa Monica. The breadth of study suggested in the staff report could delay needed responses on the injusƟces for which our own City has greatest culpability.

Please consider that rather than try to correct past wrongs at the state and naƟonal level all by itself, the City of Santa Monica might more effecƟvely demonstrate righteous response by showing leadership on our own most local lapses.

Last March, our Santa Monica DemocraƟc Club voted overwhelmingly to support reparaƟons, including both the legislaƟve package then proposed in Sacramento and direct appropriate compensaƟon to the Silas White family for Santa Monica’s apparently racist eminent domain seizure of the planned Ebony Beach Club.

At that meeƟng, Assemblymember Reggie Sawyer-Jones posited that decisive California acƟon is needed if the rest of the country is to take reparaƟons seriously. Likewise, I would suggest that Santa Monica, as a city, has an opportune leadership role. We can and should be one city showing the rest of California how to “do the right thing right.” The Ebony Beach Club story cries out for direct jusƟce. I trust you’ll deal with that appropriately. It’s easier to successfully advocate for something when your issue has a face —but most families displaced from Santa Monica were not robbed of real property. Over generaƟons, those families were robbed of opportunity. If we’re lucky enough to enjoy the many resources and excellent schools of an “exclusive neighborhood," well, who do we think got excluded? The New York Times last year ran a story about an affordable housing struggle in South Carolina that included the following study, which I urge you to contemplate:
> By moving to beƩer neighborhoods, a pioneering study found, children from low-income families increased their average lifeƟme earnings by an average of nearly $200,000.

A “beƩer neighborhood” in Santa Monica, jobs-rich and blessed with truly superior schools, could mean the lifeƟme potenƟal will be even greater. For families robbed of opportunity, not land or real property, geƫng to join us fortunate people in a fortunate city might represent very real reparaƟons. That’s what spurred my BelMar “right to return” proposal years ago.

Please direct staff to conƟnue the needed reparaƟons work with a deliberate focus on righƟng historic wrongs that resulted from our own City decisions. The broader work, while compelling, may be beyond our reach at this Ɵme and may be beƩer accomplished by first seƫng a local example for other levels of government.

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Packet Pg. 609 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) 2 Thank you for considering my proposal. Were I sƟll in office, I would be proud to champion it.

Kevin McKeown
ReƟred former Mayor
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Packet Pg. 610 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 3] (6841 : Reparations Study Session) Santa Monica Airport
Conversion Project
Presentation to City Council
January 28, 2025
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Packet Pg. 611 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 2 Staff Recommendations to City Council:

1. Adopt the finding that the recommended actions herein do not constitute a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and are exempt under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15262, and 15306, and file a notice of exemption pursuant to CEQA Guideline 15062;

2. Hold a study session to review and comment on the five Guiding Principles for vetting and evaluating the feasibility of features, amenities, programs, technical performance requirements, financial strategies, phasing, and planning scenarios related to the closure of the Airport and alternative land-use scenarios post-closure (collectively, “the Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project, or the Project”);

3. Consider the commencement of feasibility analysis for three planning scenarios for the Airport Conversion Project (“Phase 3”), based on the draft Guiding Principles; and

4. Provide direction to staff on how to proceed with respect to Phase 3.

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Packet Pg. 612 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 3 Agenda

1. Project Overview

2. Community Engagement Summary

3. Draft Guiding Principles

4. Phase 3a Direction
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Packet Pg. 613 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 4 Project Overview
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Packet Pg. 614 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 5 The Airport Site
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Packet Pg. 615 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 6 Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

A new purpose for this site
With the closure of the Santa Monica Airport at the end of 2028, there is an exciting and unique opportunity to develop a vision for nearly 200 acres of public land to serve generations to come.

In all of its work, the City strives for a community that is vibrant, safe, sustainable, resilient, mobile, culturally rich, ethnically diverse, and equitable to serve the needs of the entire community and to foster a thriving local economy. Therefore, the project and this land, which was originally purchased for a public park, must be in service of this vision.

This project will explore the feasibility of a preferred scenario for the conversion of the Santa Monica Airport, centered on a great park (consistent with Measure LC),
after its closure at the end of 2028.

More information: www.SMACproject.com
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Packet Pg. 616 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 7 The February 28, 2017, City Council Resolution No. 11026 constitutes a decision by the City Council to close the airport as of midnight on December 31, 2028. Therefore, no environmental review is required at this time for closure.

However, environmental review is required for any future use of the site as determined through the Airport
Conversion Project.

Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

Airport Closure Decided
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Packet Pg. 617 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 8 Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project Timeline
Spring
2024
Winter
2025

DESIGN PHASES

ENGAGEMENT PHASES
PHASE 1:

Charting the
Course
PHASE 2:

Discovering
the Place &
Setting the
Stage
PHASE 3B:

Defining the
Future of
Place:

Preferred
Scenario
PHASE 3A:

Defining the
Future of
Place: 3
Scenarios
PHASE 4:

The Path
Ahead:

Implementation
PHASE 5:

Preferred
Scenario Plan
Vision Book
● Project website
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 2 Virtual educ.
session
● 4 Pop-up events
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 1 Virtual educ. session
● 4 Pop-up events
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 1 Virtual educ. session
● 4 Pop-up events
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 2 Virtual educ. session
● 4 Pop-up events
● 1 Community event
● Engagement
summary
● Website updates
We’re here
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Packet Pg. 618 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 9 Community Engagement
Summary
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Packet Pg. 619 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 10 Phase 1 Community Engagement Summary
Community
Workshop
214 sign-ins
218 comment
cards
Online Survey
1,921 complete responses
Project Website
+14,000 total views
4 Pop-up
Events
66 sign-ins
107 comment
cards
Virtual Education
Sessions
+2,700 total views
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Packet Pg. 620 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 11 Phase 2 Community Engagement
Draft
Guiding
Principles
Final Draft
Guiding
Principles
Phase 1
Engagement
Summary
Survey 2A
collects community
preferences and
priorities
B&C
Meetings
Pop-up
Events Community
Conversations
12/7
Community
Event 2
Survey 2B
B&C
Meetings
City
Council
For final
approval
(Anticipated
1/28/2025)
Guiding Principles We’re
here!
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Packet Pg. 621 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 12 Survey Demographics for Surveys 1, 2a, and 2b
Survey results skewed older
than the 2020 Census data for
Santa Monica
Age
Survey results skewed more
white than the 2020 Census
data for Santa Monica
Racial/Ethnic Identity
Survey results showed that
across all three surveys,
respondents were largely from
Santa Monica zip codes.

Survey 1 = 60%,
Survey 2a = 70%
Survey 2b = 76%
The top 10 zip codes were all
self-reported from Santa
Monica or adjacent zip codes.

Zip Codes
Engagement reports can be found on www.smacproject.com under the “Resources” tab.

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Packet Pg. 622 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 13 Phase 2 Community Conversations
20 Small Group Discussions, +370 Participants
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Packet Pg. 623 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 14 Potential Project Uses Based on Survey 2a Results
Top 10 Uses were park
and park supporting
uses.

Most Liked
Least Liked
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Packet Pg. 624 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 15 Potential Project Uses Based on Survey 2a Results
Top 10 Uses were park
and park supporting
uses.

Most Liked
Least Liked
• The top ten land uses were Park or Park
supporting land uses.
• Of the top fifty land uses, per measure LC,
83% wouldn’t require a ballot measure,
and 17% would.
• Of the Most Liked uses, 62% of them are
some form of recreational activity.
• Housing ranked 39th on most liked and
2nd on least liked.

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Packet Pg. 625 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 16 Phase 2: Setting the Stage
Community Event 2 - Photos
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Packet Pg. 626 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 17 Draft Guiding Principles: Community Comments Summary Item 7-A
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Packet Pg. 627 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 18 Phase 2 Community Engagement Summary
Community
Workshop
444 sign-ins
201 comment cards
372 Balance Builder
responses
Online Survey 2b
884 complete
responses
Project Website
+42,000 total views
4 Pop-up
Events
Virtual Education
Session 3
+1,100 total views
Online Survey 2a
2,383 complete
responses
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Packet Pg. 628 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 19 Work to Date Community Engagement Summary
Community
Workshops
658 sign-ins
365 comment
cards
Community
Conversations
+370 participants
Project Website
+42,000 total views
8 Pop-up
Events
Virtual Education
Sessions (1-3)
+3,800 total views
Online Surveys
5,188 complete
responses
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Packet Pg. 629 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 20 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

4. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of traditional and innovative financing structures and explore alternative organizational structures and/or partnerships to construct, operate, maintain, program, and manage the site?
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Packet Pg. 630 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 21 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 631 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 22 Draft Guiding Principles
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Packet Pg. 632 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 23 What are Guiding Principles?
● Value statements describing the aspirations and expectations for the conversion of the Santa Monica Airport.
● These principles will be used to explore design proposals and serve as definitions of success.
● Each guiding principle is organized through a thesis, a description, and key goals.
www.smacproject.com/guiding-principles
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Packet Pg. 633 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 24 Guiding
Principles
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Packet Pg. 634 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 25 Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP1: Start with Nature 79.6% 9.6% 10.9%
The project should have spaces
where visitors can be immersed
in nature.

86.4% 7.2% 6.3%
The project should support a
wide variety of plants and plant
communities by creating
microclimates based on
topographical and hydrological
design.

69.1 % 20.1% 10.9%
HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal

1. Strong support for green spaces,
trees, and wildlife, with a focus on
sustainability and biodiversity.

2. Support for protecting open space
and limiting residential and
commercial development.

3. Interest in using sustainable practices
like reclaimed water and climate
resilience in the park design.

4. Desire for recreational areas like
soccer fields, trails, and quiet spaces
for relaxation.

5. Support for blending nature with
urban life, including community
gardens, native plants, and habitat
restoration.

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Packet Pg. 635 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 26 GP1) START WITH NATURE
Examples of uses from the survey:

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Packet Pg. 636 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 27 Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP2: Inspire Wonder 75.2% 13.2% 11.6%
Play should integrate park
design, with a diversity of
inclusive play typologies
including imagination,
adventure, athletics, sports,
interactions with nature, and
exploration.

77.5% 1 2.8% 9.7%
Wayfinding, interpretation, and
storytelling should be
multimodal to create an intuitive
experience for all visitors,
regardless of age, culture, or
ability.
53% 28.5% 1 8.5%
HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal

1. Support for sports fields, walking
trails, and recreational spaces like
Pétanque and pickleball.

2. Strong interest in arts and culture,
including amphitheaters, public art,
and performance areas.

3. Desire for green spaces with native
plants, nature trails, and
environmental education
opportunities.

4. Support for affordable housing
alongside park and community
spaces.

5. Focus on creating accessible spaces
for all ages and abilities with a mix of
structured and open areas.

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Packet Pg. 637 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 28 GP2) INSPIRE WONDER
Examples of uses from the survey:
* Indicates land uses that would or could require a vote per measure LC.

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Packet Pg. 638 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 29 HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP3: Balance Economics 70.4% 15.4% 14.2%
Potable water uses should be
limited to where necessary for
drinking water or cooling stations.

Any future water features should be
water efficient and recirculating.

Stormwater should be managed
on-site, captured, infiltrated,
detained, and treated through green
infrastructure systems.

80.8% 1 2.4% 6.8%
Project elements should balance
more expensive amenities with
lower-cost project uses. Higher
revenue-generating uses should
balance low or no revenuegenerating uses.

62.5% 22.2% 1 5.2%

1. Support for all space as public open space

2. 26 comments supporting including housing
on the site, with a focus on affordable
housing, while 16 comments strongly oppose
any housing on the site.

3. Focus on sustainability, including energy
efficiency and water conservation.

4. Preference for funding the park through
existing leases and bonds, not housing
development.

5. Interest in cultural and recreational
amenities like an amphitheater, gardens,
and art, with minimal commercial
development.

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Examples of uses from the survey:
* Indicates land uses that would or could require a vote per measure LC.

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Packet Pg. 640 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 31 HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP4: Amplify Versatility 74.8% 14.4% 10.8%
The project should support running,
walking, and biking, providing many
trail experiences that complement
the City's existing trail and bicycle
networks.

85.1 % 8.0% 7%
The project should limit single-use
programs to those meeting specific
recreational needs or providing a
clear revenue opportunity to support
the park's operations. This should
include both free programs and
amenities and ticketed programs,
event spaces, or recreational
facilities.

56.5% 27.9% 1 5.6%

1. Support for soccer fields, sports
facilities, and recreational amenities.

2. Emphasis on accessible
transportation options like buses and
bike paths.

3. Interest in art and cultural activities,
including performance spaces and
installations.

4. Opinions of housing are divided: 13
comments oppose housing and
affordable housing, while 11 support
affordable housing together with the
park to promote inclusivity.

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Examples of uses from the survey:

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Packet Pg. 642 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 33 HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP5: Celebrate Place 57.1% 24.6% 18.2%
The planting design should
include local native species and
plant communities, and
reference existing City planting
typologies.

72.9% 1 7.6% 9.6%
The project should have a
unique sense of place - or
genius loci - where visitors must
know they are here, within Santa
Monica, and nowhere else in the
world.

50.9% 29.6% 1 9.4%

1. Interest in reusing existing buildings like
the Museum of Flying to preserve history.

2. Emphasis on sustainability, native
plants, and honoring indigenous
history.

3. Desire for recreational and community
spaces, such as art studios, concert
venues, and nature areas.

4. Strong opposition to housing in the park,
favoring green and public spaces.

5. Support for affordable housing outside
the park, focusing on historically
displaced communities.

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Examples of uses from the survey:
* Indicates land uses that would or could require a vote per measure LC.

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Packet Pg. 644 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 35 Key Takeaways
● Broad support for the draft guiding
principles as written.
● Excitement for the project and planning
process.
● Desire/need for uses beyond those
mentioned in Measure LC that would or
could require a vote
● Variety of opinions about housing
● Seeing the need for revenue-generating
uses as well, including restaurants, cafes
and other venues.
● The community expressed gratitude for
learning about the realities to make a
project of this magnitude possible.

Phase 2 Engagement
Some of the key themes that came out
of all of the engagement opportunities
in Phase 2a and 2b.

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Packet Pg. 645 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 36 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 646 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 37 Phase 3 Direction
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Packet Pg. 647 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 38 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 648 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 39 ● All three scenarios will be based on the Guiding
Principles.
● The balance of uses within each scenario will vary in size, scope, location, scale, quantity, etc.
● Each scenario will show incremental implementation.
● The team will explore a variety of ways to achieve selfsufficency and associated timeframes. ● Housing remains a topic of conversation.
● Community engagement continues in 3a and 3b
Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

Phase 3a Considerations
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Packet Pg. 649 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 40 If all or part of the Airport land is permanently closed to aviation use, no new development of that land shall be
allowed until the voters have approved limits on the uses and development that may occur on the land. However, this section shall not prohibit the City Council from approving the following on Airport land that has been permanently closed to aviation use: the development of parks, public open
spaces, and public recreational facilities; and the
maintenance and replacement of existing cultural, arts and education uses.

Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

Measure LC
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Packet Pg. 650 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 41 CEQA is intended to inform government decisionmakers and the public about the potential environmental effects of proposed land use scenarios and alternatives to study with less environmental impacts but decisionmakers
should not pre-suppose any particular land use scenario before defining “the Project” for CEQA analysis.

Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

CEQA Planning & Feasibility Studies
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Packet Pg. 651 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 42 Phase 3: Defining the Future of Place (Scenario
Alternatives + Preferred Scenario)
Phase 3A: Defining the Future of Place:
3 Scenarios
Phase 3B: Defining the Future of Place:

Preferred Scenario
February - May, 2025 June - September, 2025
Design tasks:
● 3 Planning Concept Scenario Alternatives
● ROM Opinion of Probable Cost and Timeframe
● Comparison Matrix
Engagement tasks:
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 1 Virtual education session
● 4 Pop-up events
● Council Meeting, Board & Commission
Meetings
Design tasks:
● Preferred Concept Scenario
● Revised ROM
Engagement tasks:
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 2 Virtual education session
● 4 Pop-up events
● Council Meeting, Board &
Commission Meetings
Next Steps
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Packet Pg. 652 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 43 Phase 3: Defining the Future of Place (Scenario
Alternatives + Preferred Scenario)
Phase 3A: Defining the Future of Place:
3 Scenarios
Phase 3B: Defining the Future of Place:

Preferred Scenario
February - May, 2025 June -September, 2025
Design tasks:
● 3 Planning Concept Scenario Alternatives
● ROM Opinion of Probable Cost and Timeframe
● Comparison Matrix
Engagement tasks:
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 1 Virtual education session
● 4 Pop-up events
● Council Meeting, Board & Commission
Meetings
Design tasks:
● Preferred Concept Scenario
● Revised ROM
Engagement tasks:
● 1 Community event
● 1 Online survey
● 2 Virtual education session
● 4 Pop-up events
● Council Meeting, Board &
Commission Meetings
Next Steps
Phase 3 is when
the drawing
starts!
And
Engagement is
continuing!
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Packet Pg. 653 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 44 Three different
scenarios
highlighting a
variety of
community
supported uses
Next Steps
Phase 3: Defining the Future of Place
(Scenario Alternatives + Preferred Scenario)
Scenario 1 Scenario 2 Scenario 3
Phase 1 + Phase 2 engagement inputs & site analysis
Phase 3A
Phase 3B
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? ? ?
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Packet Pg. 654 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 45 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 655 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 46 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 656 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 47 Balance Builder Bonus Card Input: Total Votes
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Packet Pg. 657 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 48 Community Event Finacial Feasibility Input
● As part of the community event and Survey
2b a variety of questions were asked about
what funding strategies might be possible
for this project. Each of these ideas also
have an impact on the time it will take to
implement the project incrementally
● For example, if the project is city funded, it
could take longer than utilizing PublicPrivate Partnerships. This is what we anticipate studying in Phase 3a when we
have actual scenarios to apply funding
strategies.
● Further, to understand how to pay for some
of the recreation uses shown as community
preferences (e.g. aquatics center, skate
park, etc.) staff anticipates a Letter of
Interest (LOI) process to best understand the
cost, funding opportunities, and timelines for
such uses.

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Packet Pg. 658 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 49 • Exploring financial structures for community supported uses through a variety of means, such as:
• Letter of Interest for Public-Private Partnerships
• “Friends of” entities
• Special Financing District (i.e. EFID, CRD, etc.)
• Corporate Sponsorship / Naming Rights
• Green Infrastructure (solar generation, water facilities, etc.) Santa Monica Airport Conversion Project:

Funding Opportunities
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Packet Pg. 659 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 50 Questions for City Council

1. Does City Council have feedback on the draft Guiding Principles, before finalization?

2. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of three alternative scenario concepts in Phase 3, based on the Guiding Principles?

3. Does City Council authorize staff to explore the feasibility of the spectrum of community preferred land uses including one scenario that is consistent with Measure LC without a vote?

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Packet Pg. 660 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 51 Thank you!
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Packet Pg. 661 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 52 Thank you!
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Packet Pg. 662 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 53 Staff Recommendations to City Council:

3. Consider the commencement of feasibility analysis for three planning scenarios for the Airport Conversion Project (“Phase 3”), based on the draft Guiding Principles; and

4. Provide direction to staff on how to proceed with respect to Phase 3.

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Packet Pg. 663 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations Engagement Summary | Online Survey 2B
Key Survey 2b Takeaways:

Draft Guiding Principles
Guiding Principle Support Neutral Oppose
GP1: Start with Nature 79.6% 9.6% 10.9%
GP2: Inspire Wonder 75.2% 13.2% 11.6%
GP3: Balance Economics 70.4% 15.4% 14.2%
GP4: Amplify Versatility 74.8% 14.4% 10.8%
GP5: Celebrate Place 57.1% 24.6% 18.2%
● All draft guiding principles received over 70% support except for “Celebrate Place” which received 57.1% support.
● All draft guiding principles received less than 15% opposition except for “Celebrate Place” which received 18.2% opposition.

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Packet Pg. 664 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 55 Key Takeaways: Draft Guiding Principles
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Packet Pg. 665 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 56 Key Takeaways: Draft Guiding Principles
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Packet Pg. 666 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 57 GP1) START WITH NATURE
Project design should consider the impact of any future intervention on the natural environment, and the airport land’s ability to regenerate species and build community resiliency against climate change. This project should include curated planting areas and restoration or ‘rewilding’ spaces, celebrating pollinator gardens, showcasing local biodiversity, and demonstrating ecosystem services. This project should exemplify Santa Monica’s climate goals, provide climate resilience, and be a model for sustainable stewardship. The creation and operations of the project should not deplete natural resources. The project should be designed to serve many generations and contribute to a regenerative urban ecology.

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Packet Pg. 667 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 58 GP1) START WITH NATURE
• The project should have spaces where visitors can be immersed in nature. • The project should celebrate local and regional plant and animal communities.

This includes areas dedicated to meaningful habitat creation through restoration planting, reforestation, rewilding, and planning for ecological succession. The project should support animal habitats, including gardens and species that feed and shelter insects, birds, amphibians, and mammals.
• The project should restore the land after 100 years of aviation operations and uphold the original intention to enhance park and public open spaces in Santa Monica.
• The project should support a wide variety of plants and plant communities by creating microclimates based on topographical and hydrological design. • The project's green infrastructure should showcase ecosystem services, such as stormwater management, and sustainable municipal facilities, and be used to support biodiversity.
• The project’s landscapes should only use reclaimed water for irrigation and the designers will prioritize drought-resistant and adaptive, low-water use planting and indigenous planting strategies.

Goals
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Packet Pg. 668 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 59 GP1) START WITH NATURE - Feedback
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP1: Start with Nature 79.6% 9.6% 10.9%
The project should have spaces where visitors can be immersed in nature. 86.4% 7.2% 6.3% The project should support a wide variety of plants and plant communities by creating microclimates based on topographical and hydrological design. 69.1 % 20.1% 10.9% Community Event 2 Results

1. Strong support for green spaces, trees, and wildlife, with a focus on sustainability and biodiversity.

2. Support for protecting open space and limiting residential and commercial development.

3. Interest in using sustainable practices like reclaimed water and climate resilience in the park design.

4. Desire for recreational areas like soccer fields, trails, and quiet spaces for relaxation.

5. Support for blending nature with urban life, including community gardens, native plants, and habitat restoration.

HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
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Packet Pg. 669 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 60 GP2) INSPIRE WONDER
The project should connect individuals in powerful and far-reaching ways uniting people of all backgrounds and ages in meaning, happiness, and heightened energy. The project should support planned and unexpected wonder and connection. Spaces for events, athletics, and celebrations should be designed to complement and work with ecological programs, either for community gatherings or limited to a single visitor experience. The project should support, enable, and showcase creativity and art. The project should provide a diversity of play experiences for all age groups, and highlight inclusive play that engages nature, natural elements, and healthy activity.

The project should feel safe and welcoming to all. The project should enable accessible mobility, provide spaces for rest and sport, and include supportive mobility infrastructure, so all visitors can enjoy the park experience when they arrive.

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Packet Pg. 670 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 61 • The project should be a place for visual art, supporting art in public space, and the creation of art.
• Play should integrate park design, with a diversity of inclusive play typologies including imagination, adventure, athletics, sports, interactions with nature, and exploration.
• Play should not be limited to playgrounds or certain age groups. Play could include curated nature experiences, interactive art and water features, exercise, signage and wayfinding, and even collaborative creation spaces. • The design should be culturally and generationally inclusive, and prioritize safety, belonging, and comfort for the diversity of our community’s population. • Wayfinding, interpretation, and storytelling should be multimodal to create an intuitive experience for all visitors, regardless of age, culture, or ability. • The project should include ‘active’ and ‘quiet’ spaces and programs, providing amenities and places that will feel inviting, exciting, and comfortable for the full spectrum of human physicality and neurodiversity.
• Showcasing the site’s legacy of innovation and creativity of the physical environment, inspiring civic pride, and amplifying the safety and care of future generations are important.

Goals
GP2) INSPIRE WONDER
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Packet Pg. 671 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 62 GP2) INSPIRE WONDER - Feedback
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP2: Inspire Wonder 75.2% 13.2% 11.6%
Play should integrate park design, with a diversity of inclusive play typologies including imagination, adventure, athletics, sports, interactions with nature, and exploration.

77.5% 1 2.8% 9.7%
Wayfinding, interpretation, and storytelling should be multimodal to create an intuitive experience for all visitors, regardless of age, culture, or ability. 53% 28.5% 1 8.5% Community Event 2 Results

1. Support for sports fields, walking trails, and recreational spaces like Pétanque and pickleball.

2. Strong interest in arts and culture, including amphitheaters, public art, and performance areas.

3. Desire for green spaces with native plants, nature trails, and environmental education opportunities.

4. Support for affordable housing alongside park and community spaces.

5. Focus on creating accessible spaces for all ages and abilities with a mix of structured and open areas.

HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
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Packet Pg. 672 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 63 GP3) BALANCE ECONOMICS
This project should achieve economic equilibrium by balancing revenue with construction, operations, maintenance, and programming costs. This principle suggests that capital investments be strategic and vetted, balancing the programmatic needs of the project with the financial plans, agreements, and strategies needed to fund those investments. Financial responsibility for the project to be defined as the composite of revenue-generating activities, capital strategies, and funding allocations required to avoid an unfunded liability for the City government, shall be adhered to. The project infrastructure should anticipate a fossil-free future, and a warmer, less stable climate. The project economy should target circularity, with zero-waste goals for construction and operations plans, net-zero energy, and a high standard of water self-sufficiency.

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Packet Pg. 673 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 64 • The combined income from the site’s land uses and amenities should provide suitable income for the operations, maintenance, and programming expenses needed to keep the project in good condition. • The project capital costs should be linked to a reliable funding source(s). • Project elements should balance more expensive amenities with lower-cost project uses. Higher revenuegenerating uses should balance low or no revenue-generating uses. • High-value investment programs should provide clear and defensible community benefits for the Santa Monica community.
• Project features should be brought online incrementally as funding allows. Innovative financing structures, such as a ‘Friends of’ or ‘Creative Financing District,’ or athletic league sponsorships, may be explored. • Landscape and buildings within the Santa Monica Airport site should be net zero energy for future operations through on-site energy production, energy efficiency, and electrification of all systems. • The project should mitigate local climate change impacts and provide a heat refuge for Santa Monica community members in the future to build resiliency for the environment, municipal operations, and regional economy.
• The project should minimize demolition waste by prioritizing reusing and recycling existing materials and structures and should have a waste management plan for future project operations. This plan may include on-site green waste processing, such as compositing.
• Potable water uses should be limited to where necessary for drinking water or cooling stations. Any future water features should be water efficient and recirculating. Stormwater should be managed on-site, captured, infiltrated, detained, and treated through green infrastructure systems.

Goals
GP3) BALANCE ECONOMICS
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Packet Pg. 674 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 65 GP3) BALANCE ECONOMICS - Feedback
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP3: Balance Economics 70.4% 15.4% 14.2%
Potable water uses should be limited to where necessary for drinking water or cooling stations. Any future water features should be water efficient and recirculating. Stormwater should be managed on-site, captured, infiltrated, detained, and treated through green infrastructure systems.

80.8% 1 2.4% 6.8%
Project elements should balance more expensive amenities with lower-cost project uses. Higher revenue-generating uses should balance low or no revenue-generating uses.

62.5% 22.2% 1 5.2%
Community Event 2 Results

1. Support for all space as public open space

2. 26 comments supporting including housing on the site, with a focus on affordable housing, while 16 comments strongly oppose any housing on the site.

3. Focus on sustainability, including energy efficiency and water conservation.

4. Preference for funding the park through existing leases and bonds, not housing development.

5. Interest in cultural and recreational amenities like an amphitheater, gardens, and art, with minimal commercial development.

HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
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Packet Pg. 675 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 66 GP4) AMPLIFY VERSATILITY
The project should be vibrant in the ‘every day’ and the ‘big day,’ working for the Santa Monica community for large events and unprogrammed day-to-day activities with active and passive amenities. Flexibility in public spaces and programs should allow for different uses to cohabitate, and for the site to adapt to changing needs over time. As an intergenerational space, the project should anticipate fluctuations in community interest for certain uses and activities, and be able to reorganize accordingly. This project should prioritize versatility, so visitors of many backgrounds, needs, exercise goals, and recreational desires can use individual spaces or programs. At the same time, the project programs should be immediately useful to visitors, with programs that maximize utilization and active recreation. Partnered with project programs should be operations and maintenance facilities - and these facilities will need to be developed in a bespoke manner matching the versatility and requirements needed to support a high standard of care for the project and future recreation facilities.

The project should contribute to physical, mental, and spiritual wellness, regardless of users' religion, ability, or age. Physical well-being should be enhanced and celebrated through group amenities, sports fields and courts, and individual fitness infrastructures. Mental and spiritual well-being should include spaces specifically dedicated to mindfulness and presence.

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Packet Pg. 676 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 67 • The project should prioritize amenities that enable consistent and regular use. • The project should balance specific action-oriented high-use programs with flexible and passive spaces.
• The project should support performing arts, such as providing spaces for music, dance, theatrical productions, and more.
• The project should welcome large groups for big events, small groups, and individuals for personal recreation and wellness, and will choreograph many simultaneous experiences and uses in harmony.
• The project should invite visitors from all cultural backgrounds to share a sense of community and collective ownership and include spaces to host cultural celebrations. • The project should limit single-use programs to those meeting specific recreational needs or providing a clear revenue opportunity to support the park’s operations. This should include both free programs and amenities and ticketed programs, event spaces, or recreational facilities. • The project should support active recreation for groups such as flexible fields and courts. The project should include individual fitness infrastructure, such as outdoor equipment for strength/flexibility training.
• The project should support running, walking, and biking, providing many trail experiences that complement the City’s existing trail and bicycle networks. • The project should prioritize biking/walking/transit to the site. • The project should include spaces for meditation, with dedicated spaces for contemplative rest, like forest bathing, or active mindfulness, like yoga decks and sensory gardens.

Goals
GP4) AMPLIFY VERSATILITY
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Packet Pg. 677 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 68 GP4) AMPLIFY VERSATILITY - Feedback
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP4: Amplify Versatility 74.8% 14.4% 10.8%
The project should support running, walking, and biking, providing many trail experiences that complement the City's existing trail and bicycle networks. 85.1 % 8.0% 7% The project should limit single-use programs to those meeting specific recreational needs or providing a clear revenue opportunity to support the park's operations. This should include both free programs and amenities and ticketed programs, event spaces, or recreational facilities.

56.5% 27.9% 1 5.6%
Community Event 2 Results

1. Strong opposition to housing in the park, focusing on public open space.

2. Support for soccer fields, sports facilities, and recreational amenities.

3. Emphasis on accessible transportation options like buses and bike paths.

4. Interest in art and cultural activities, including performance spaces and installations.

5. Opinions of housing are divided: 13 comments oppose housing and affordable housing, while 11 support affordable housing together with the park to promote inclusivity.

HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
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Packet Pg. 678 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 69 GP5) CELEBRATE PLACE
Santa Monica is an iconic city, with a unique history and culture, and the airport site has witnessed many eras of historic significance. The future project should embrace the layers of the site’s history, and share the stories of the place and region, from pre-colonial to the history of aviation on the site. The planting and materiality of the project should be contextual to the current airport and wider community architectural and horticultural expressions. The project should value and celebrate the wider connections to the sea, the mountains, and the city as well as the innovation and inspiration histories of this place. The project should invite visitors from all cultural backgrounds to share a sense of community and collective ownership and provide spaces for cultural celebrations. Celebrating place is both about honoring the past and empowering our future.

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Packet Pg. 679 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 70 • The project should have a unique sense of place - or genius loci - where visitors must know they are here, within Santa Monica, and nowhere else in the world. • The project should acknowledge and celebrate the history of this place, both the pre-colonial regional history and the history of aviation on site.
• The project should adaptively reuse buildings of cultural interest and structural viability, and celebrate the history of the uses of those buildings in parallel with supporting new programs. • The project should recognize and enhance the important role of the current museums, art galleries, maker spaces, theater, and play in the project and continue those uses in the future design. • The planting design should include local native species and plant communities, and reference existing City planting typologies.
• The materials should prioritize material reuse on-site, and regional and local materials and products. • The project should reinforce key viewsheds, strategic gateways with multi-modal connectivity, and activities that reflect and enhance the relationships to the sea, mountains, and urban community. • The project should attempt to accommodate event spaces for small and large events, including anticipatory infrastructure, such as stages, media, power, and lighting. • The approach to the project should celebrate the uniqueness of place, gateway experiences, and pedestrian and bicycle mobility, fitting the Santa Monica commitment and culture of prioritizing carbon-free mobility.

Goals
GP5) CELEBRATE PLACE
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Packet Pg. 680 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 71 GP5) CELEBRATE PLACE - Feedback
Survey 2b Results Support Neutral Oppose
GP5: Celebrate Place 57.1% 24.6% 18.2%
The planting design should include local native species and plant communities, and reference existing City planting typologies. 72.9% 1 7.6% 9.6% The project should have a unique sense of place - or genius loci - where visitors must know they are here, within Santa Monica, and nowhere else in the world. 50.9% 29.6% 1 9.4% Community Event 2 Results

1. Strong opposition to housing in the park, favoring green and public spaces.

2. Support for affordable housing outside the park, focusing on historically displaced communities.

3. Interest in reusing existing buildings like the Museum of Flying to preserve history.

4. Emphasis on sustainability, native plants, and honoring indigenous history.

5. Desire for recreational and community spaces, such as art studios, concert venues, and nature areas.

HIGHEST Support Goal
LOWEST Support Goal
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Packet Pg. 681 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 72 Phase 1 Engagement Takeaways
HOPES
Prioritize Parks & Recreational Needs
There was a priority is placed on maintaining the site
primarily for park and recreational purposes, not for
commercial or residential development.

Passive / Nature Park
Many community members saw the size of the site as a
unique opportunity to focus on passive recreation and
landscape uses, which were discussed as lacking in Santa Monica today.

Non-LC Land Uses
Many community members expressed a desire/need for
uses beyond those mentioned in Measure LC. Most of
these comments focused on housing.

A Sense of History
While many are excited, others lament the loss of the
airport's history and function and underscored the
importance of this history for the legacy and identity of Santa Monica. There is interest in celebrating this history in any future airport conversion.

FEARS
Fear that the Airport won’t Close
Many community members expressed enthusiasm that the
airport was closing and appreciation for a process to determine the future of the site.

Traffic & Congestion
Comment included worry over increased traffic and congestion resulting from the project, both during construction phases and after completion.

Development Concerns
There's worry about potential overdevelopment or misuse of the land. Many expressed distrust in the final decision- making process that would result in all the land being used for development at the expense of park space.

Environmental Concerns
Concerns were expressed both about the existing potential contamination on site and impacts of future construction.

Unhoused & Safety
There were many concerns shared on potential homelessness issues and safety in the future park space.

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Packet Pg. 682 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 73 Phase 2 Community Conversations
Excited by… Need… Concerns…
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Packet Pg. 683 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 74 Santa Monica is a beautiful place and this
is a great opportunity to use incredibly
valuable land for the benefit of everyone.

Phase 2 Community Conversations
Super Quotes
It’s important that the project
remains inclusive and equitable,
offering opportunities for all
groups to participate.

Allocating resources to this project could
foster inclusivity, cultural exchange, and
community-building, making it a priority
for Santa Monica’s future.

I want to stress how important it is to incorporate
cultural spaces in the redevelopment plans.

Giving smaller communities like ours a platform
would enhance the diversity and vibrancy of
Santa Monica, ensuring that all residents feel
represented in the city’s future. Today, we need accessible recreation spaces, support services for autistic individuals, and resources for seniors. We, as Ethiopian Community in Santa Monica, are very
excited for the opportunity to
have a place as a community
center, where we can share
our cultural heritage with
broader Santa Monica
Communities as well as our
own young generation.

We look forward to a variety of open spaces
for kids to play and run, a large space to open
up possibilities for the entire community
(similar to Central Park).

Some people believe that a small
part of the airport land should be
used to build affordable housing
to address the housing crisis.

We are concerned about the
expected profit the Santa Monica
Council may expect from this
investment…We are concerned that if
the Council chooses this route over
free public access, it will greatly
discourage youth from using them.

The opportunity to create a grand public space that
makes an uplifting statement and projects a people and
nature-first attitude that inspires and serves as a
benchmark for other cities in the US and across the globe.

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Packet Pg. 684 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 75 Online Survey 2A Highlights
2,383
complete responses
3,791
partial responses
6,173
total response count

38.5%
completion
rate
*Online Survey 2A window 9/16/24-10/20/24
Did you participate in
any of the project
engagement events or
activities in Phase 1?
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Packet Pg. 685 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 76 Question 1 (3,924 out of 6,173 answered)
Which zip code do you currently reside within?
SITE
Top Ten Zip Codes
90405 - 1,569 responses
90403 - 443 responses
90404 - 409 responses
90066 - 351 responses
90402 - 224 responses
90291 - 148 responses
90064 - 125 responses
90401 - 85 responses
90025 - 71 responses
90049 - 62 responses
90405
90404
90402 90403
90401
90291
90025
90049
90064
90066
133
zip codes
represented
2,321 (37.5%) Responses
from Santa Monica Zip
Codes
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Packet Pg. 686 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 77 Question 2 (3890 out of 6173 answered)
If you live in Santa Monica, how long have you lived here? 0-2 years: 194 | 4.9%
3-5 years: 318 | 8.1%
6-10 years: 393 | 10.1%
11-20 years: 668 | 17.1%
20+ years: 1309 | 33.6%
I do not live in Santa Monica but I used to: 464 | 11.9% I do not live in Santa Monica and never have: 544 | 13.9% Blank: 2,284 | 36.9%
10 years and under

23.1%
11+ years

50.7%
Do not live in SM

25.8%
Above % does not include
blank submissions.

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Packet Pg. 687 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 78 Demographics
Which is your age range?
Under 45
years

33.9%
Over 45
years

66.1%
What describes your racial/ethnic identity?
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Packet Pg. 688 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 79 Question 28 (2334 out of 6173 answered)
Which sustainability practices and
features are most important to you
as we plan for the conversion of the
Santa Monica Airport?
Top practices focus on
nature, ecology, water &
climate change
Which potential benefits will INCREASE
your support for a plan for the future of
the Santa Monica Airport site?
Top practices focus on
nature, recreation,
sustainability, and
community
Question 31 (2341 out of 6173 answered)
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Packet Pg. 689 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 80 Question 33 (2291 out of 6173 answered)
Thinking about the potential future of the airport site, how do you want to FEEL on the site after its anticipated closure and conversion after 2028? Select as many as apply.

Rank Response # of Responses
1 Safe 1529
2 Calm/relaxed 1430
3 Active/healthy 1351
4 Clean 1286
5 Comfortable 923
6 Joyful 829
7 Curious/wonderful 764
8 Playful 721
9 Excited 659
10 Supported/uplifted 526
11 Educated/inform 413
12 Entertained 367
13 Other - Write in 203
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Packet Pg. 690 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations 81 Take-aways from the survey
• Biggest response for passive uses, balanced to a lesser degree with active recreation uses
• Connection to and restoration of nature is very important • Explore a variety of ways to pay for the park including “Day 1” activations
• People want to feel safe, relaxed, healthy, inspired, culturally enriched
• Write-in comments had a lot of keep the airport and/or include a variety of housing
• Preservation of the Compass Rose has support as does
celebration of the history
• There is broad support for many types of play.
• There is support for community centers, including youth and senior centers.
• There is strong support for arts, including both galleries, performing arts, and event spaces.

Extending
non-aviation
leases beyond
2028– 73%
Youth Opinion
Matters – 69%
First
Responders
Presence –
80%
Explore PublicPrivate
Partnerships – 76%
Balance Neighborhood Amenities
with Destination Activities – 68%
Slightly more
support for
passive (73%)
but active
was high too
(69%)
Airport should cont.
in emergency /
resiliency role - 69%
Adaptively Reuse
Existing
Buildings/
Structures - 69%
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Great Park Goals
Living Community Challenge
Hierarchy of goals to provide accountability, sustainability, and inclusivity Project Goals
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21st Century Government
Great Park Goals
Living Community Challenge
• Addressing homelessness
• Clean and Safe Santa Monica
• Cultivate Economic Recovery and Expand
Community & Cultural Offerings
• Racial Justice, Equity, and Social Diversity
• Sustainable and Connected Community
Accountability to the Community – 5 Council Priorities
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21st Century Government
Great Park Goals
Living Community Challenge
Inclusive and self-sustaining community space
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21st Century Government
Great Park Goals
Living Community Challenge
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Packet Pg. 697 Attachment: PowerPoint Presentation (6841 : Reparations City Council
Report
City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025
Agenda Item: 12.A
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Arminé Chaparyan, Director, Administration
Subject: Adoption of Amended Safety Element of City’s General Plan; Introduction and First Reading of Ordinances to Require Environmental Site Assessments for Multiple-Unit Dwellings in Nonresidential Zoning Districts and to Designate City Hall East as an Essential Facility for Consistency with the Amended Safety Element - (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 28, 2025)
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Adopt a finding of no possibility of significant effect pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) and a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15308 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines;

2. Adopt Resolution to Adopt an Amended Safety Element of the City’s General Plan;

3. Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance Amending the Text of Section 9.31.195 of the Zoning Ordinance for Consistency with the Amended Safety Element; and

4. Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance Amending the Text of Section 8.12.040 of the Building Code for Consistency with the Amended Safety Element.

Summary
California State law (Government Code Section 65300) requires that each jurisdiction adopt a comprehensive, long term General Plan to guide future land use development and growth of that jurisdiction. Each General Plan must include eight “topics” or elements: land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, noise, safety, and environmental justice. State law requires general plans to include a Safety Element to identify and address natural and human-made hazards, as well as climate adaptation and resiliency.

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In compliance with State law, an updated Safety Element has been prepared to address natural hazards and human-made hazards in the built environment. The Safety Element focuses primarily on the hazards that are most cited in California State Laws pertaining to the Safety Element of the General Plan and to federal requirements for Local Hazard Mitigation Planning. These topics include:
• Geologic and Soil Hazards
• Seismic Hazards
• Flooding
• Fire
• Climate Change Effects (including Extreme Heat, Drought, Extreme Precipitation Severe Winds, Sea Level Rise)
• Hazardous Materials
• Airport Safety
With the devastation brought on by the recent Palisades Fire that erupted on January 7, 2025, it has become even more evident that adoption of an updated Safety Element is necessary to establish the City’s guiding values, policies, and priorities for ensuring a resilient and safe community.

Staff recommends that the City adopt the updated Safety Element and implementing text amendment changes to the Zoning Ordinance and the Building Code for consistency with the adopted Safety Element.

Background
The City’s existing Safety Element was adopted in 1995. Over 25 years have passed and since that time, new information has become available on public safety risks including the Santa Monica Fault Zone, flooding, wildfires, and climate change effects.

In addition, the State has established new statutory requirements pertaining to the Safety Element, which include:
• SB 379 (2015): Requires jurisdictions to review and update the safety element of the general plan as necessary to address climate adaptation and resiliency strategies applicable to that city or county.

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• SB 1035 (2018): Requires the update of the Safety Element upon adoption of the Housing Element update, which shall be updated at least every eight years to address new requirements and incorporate updated information during this time. • SB 99 (2019): Requires the Safety Element to identify residential developments in any hazard area that do not have at least two emergency evacuation routes. • AB747 (2019): Requires Safety Element to be reviewed and updated as necessary to identify evacuation routes and their capacity, safety, and viability under a range of emergency scenarios.

On October 14, 2022, the State of California’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) certified the City’s 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element. The adoption of the certified Housing Element triggers State law requirement to update the City’s Safety Element.

Additionally, the City is currently in the process of updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The LHMP identifies local disaster hazards, assesses the possibility of these hazards occurring and estimates potential costs, and identifies actions to mitigate disaster losses. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires revisions to the LHMP to be reviewed and approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) every five years. The last LHMP was prepared in 2016, and an update of the LHMP is currently underway. The Safety Element has been prepared in coordination with the Office of Emergency Management to ensure that the Safety Element is consistent with the risk reduction and emergency response strategies that will be identified in the forthcoming LHMP. To ensure that the City will be considered for additional funding for eligible Public Assistance projects pursuant to AB 2140, the City incorporates by reference the LHMP and any future updated LHMP. If necessary, the City will amend the Safety Element to incorporate the LHMP, whenever an updated LHMP is approved by FEMA. The Safety Element provides a contextual framework and overview of the City’s hazard mitigation strategy and emergency response operation. It is not intended to serve as an emergency operations plan insofar as the Safety Element is a guiding policy document of the City, establishing the general values and principles as they relate to hazards and public safety.

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Discussion
In the context of State law on General Plans, the amended Safety Element addresses natural hazards and human-made hazards in the natural and built environment. The Safety Element focuses primarily on the hazards that are most cited in California State Laws pertaining to the Safety Element of the General Plan and to federal requirements for Local Hazard Mitigation Planning. These topics include:
• Geologic and Soil Hazards
• Seismic Hazards
• Flooding
• Fire
• Climate Change Effects (including Extreme Heat, Drought, Extreme Precipitation Severe Winds, Sea Level Rise)
• Hazardous Materials
• Airport Safety
The Safety Element builds upon and supports the City’s 2019 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) and will inform the Local Coastal Program (LCP) Land Use Plan (LUP) update, and other relevant City plans. The Safety Element also includes updated information and supplements the adaptation strategies in the CAAP and LUP with new goals and policies to address climate change effects, (i.e., flooding, extreme heat, air quality, drought, and wildfires) as well as other hazards (i.e., geologic/seismic risks, hazardous materials, airport hazards, and urban fires).

The Safety Element meets all the statutory requirements, and is organized into four chapters:

1. Introduction – Background on key statutory requirements for the Safety Element, the Safety Element’s relationship to other City plans, and the engagement process for drafting of the Safety Element

2. Existing Conditions – Analysis of existing risks and hazards, including a summary of populations vulnerable to hazards

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Overview of the City’s emergency Preparedness and Response programs, agencies, and operations and identification of evacuation routes

4. Goals, Policies, and Actions – Summary table of goals, policies, and actions to address potential hazards
The Safety Element provides a comprehensive assessment of the various hazards in the natural and built environment affecting the City, identifies vulnerable populations, and establishes the regulatory framework for addressing these hazards, with the goal of creating a safer and more resilient City. Highlights of the Safety Element (by topic area) include:

Geology and Soil Hazards
Depending on the type and nature of the underlying soils, certain properties in the City could be subject to soil hazards such as compression, collapse, and expansion. The Safety Element provides:
• An assessment of areas in the City susceptible to soil failure such as areas with steep slopes and the City’s former landfill and claypit areas located in the City’s Bergamot Area.
• Goals, policies and actions to address potential soil failure and slope stability issues. This includes a commitment for regular monitoring of the Palisades Bluffs and updating the City’s Geotechnical Guidelines at least every eight years.

Seismic Hazards
Similar to other cities and communities in southern California, an earthquake has the potential to cause significant loss of life or property in Santa Monica. The Safety Element provides a discussion of seismic hazards including surface fault rupture and earthquakes including:
• An analysis of seismic hazards and seismically vulnerable buildings based on current data.

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The Safety Element includes the most recent earthquake fault map showing the Santa Monica Fault Zone, based on the California Geological Survey (CGS) Alquist Priolo fault Zone map prepared in 2017. This map shows an approximation of where traces of the Santa Monica Fault is believed to exist based on CGS data. Since the establishment of this fault zone in 2017, over 20 fault zones have been conducted. To date, none of the fault studies have shown evidence of the Santa Monica Fault.
• Goals, policies, and actions to address seismic hazards including continued implementation of the City’s Seismic Retrofit Program and continuing to require that development located in the Santa Monica Fault zone comply with State regulatory requirements.

Flooding
Flooding is one of the most destructive natural hazards in the world, responsible for more deaths per year than any other geologic hazard. Severe flooding in the region is often the result of a combination of topographic features, excessive rainfall, and poor drainage infrastructure. The Safety Element includes:
• Up-to-date maps of areas in the City that are prone to flooding such as the coastal flood zones, tsunami hazard zones, and the dam inundation risk areas.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) publishes Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) depicting areas subject to flood hazards. These Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) or Flood Zones include different types and levels of flooding risks. Only the coastal areas of the City are mapped as Special Flood Hazard Areas – these areas are at flooding risk from storm flooding and coastal flooding due to storm surges.

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• Goals, policies, and actions addressing flooding that align with the CAAP and forthcoming LCP Land Use Plan. These actions include planning for upgrades and/or expansion of public infrastructure as necessary to ensure that water storage and storm drain systems can adequately handle water storage and flow during heavy rainstorms.

Fire
The City is at risk from the effects of wildfires and urban fires. As was witnessed in January 2025, wildfires have disastrous consequences to property and life. Additionally, it can overwhelm local emergency response resources and staff. This happened when the Palisades Fire along with other multiple wildfires erupted in Los Angeles County within the same week. The Safety Element includes:
• An analysis of wildfire and urban fire hazards in the City, including identification of fire zones.

The State Fire Marshal is mandated to classify Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) in the state. Fire Hazard Severity Zones fall into the following classifications:
• Moderate
• High
• Very High
These zones are determined using on a scientific model of wildfire hazards to determine the likelihood of a wildfire and expected fire behavior. The methodology for assessing a wildfire zone differ for wildland vs non-wildland areas. The factors considered in determining fire hazard within wildland areas include fire history, flame length, terrain, local weather, and potential fuel over a 50-year period. Outside of wildlands, the fire model considers factors that might lead to buildings being threatened, including terrain, weather, urban vegetation

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cover, blowing embers, proximity to wildland, fire history, and fire hazard in nearby wildlands.

The Palisades Fire that ignited in the Santa Monica Mountains immediately to the north occurred in a very high fire hazard severity zone. This zone ends at the Santa Monica northern city boundary. While there are no designated wildfire zones in the City, wildfires can uncontrollably cross over jurisdictional boundaries. The risk of wildfire spread led to mandatory evacuation orders in the northern portion of the City during the Palisades Fire. The Safety Element discusses the potential risk of wildfire spread from the nearby Santa Monica Mountains. Additionally, the Safety Element identifies potential risks and effects associated with wildfires such as smoke inhalation.
• Goals, policies, and actions addressing fire risks and fire protection needs that align with the City of Santa Monica Fire Department’s 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.

Chapter 4 of the Safety Element includes a number of policies to reduce fire risks including the potential planning and siting of a new fire station in the northern portion of the City and the consideration of a development impact fee to address increases in fire demand associated with increased development. Other policies include active vegetation management and weed abatement as well as providing for fire safety education for residents living in the northern portion of the City near the wildfire zones.

With the lessons learned in the recent fires, City staff recommends additional policies in the Safety Element to address wildfire risks and emergency response such as:
o Establish local, mandatory fire safety requirements for the residential areas north of San Vicente, such as fire-resistant building design and materials.

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o Educate and encourage residents living within proximity of a wildfire zone to implement safe fire practices, including maintaining a fire-retardant native landscape and keeping combustibles (such as firewood) a safe distance away from all structures.
o Declare no burn warnings, leaf blower bans, gas-powered machinery and open flame bans, and other restrictions that may be deemed necessary during Red Flag Fire Weather Warnings.
o Institute active vegetation and debris management before and during high wind events
o Collaborate with Caltrans on debris and vegetation management for the hillside areas of I-10 and PCH during severe weather events o Ensure that City reservoirs are adequately filled prior to high wind events and during high fire conditions
o Establish and maintain on-call agreements and contracts for vendors and providers that provide services in emergency management and recovery operations
o Establish emergency authority for emergency response services o Identify large capacity shelter facilities with adequate parking and safe access during emergency events
o Implement parking restrictions in the northern portion of the City, including in areas with single-egress and ingress access, during Red Flag Days o Identify additional water connections for use of reclaimed water for fire fighting purposes
o Ensure critical water treatment and supply facilities have redundant backup power supply
o Provide 24 hour/7 day staffing for critical water and wastewater facilities to ensure continued operations

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Climate Change Effects
State law (SB 379) requires that Safety Elements address climate change vulnerabilities and adaptation strategies. Accordingly, the Safety Element discusses climate change effects including extreme heat, drought, extreme precipitation, severe wind, sea level rise, and wildfires. Specifically, the Safety Element includes:
• An analysis of climate change effects on the City using the most recent scientific data and best available tools including Cal-Adapt and latest State guidance.

The updated Safety Element builds upon and updates the climate change vulnerability assessment in the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan with additional measures to establish a comprehensive hazard mitigation and emergency response strategy. Inclusion of new sea level rise maps using the updated Coastal Storm Modeling System (CoSMoS) per the draft State of California Sea Level Rise Guidance: 2024 Science and Policy Update. • Goals, policies, and actions addressing climate change effects that support the CAAP and forthcoming LCP Land Use Plan. A new action in the updated Safety Element is the preparation of an Extreme Heat Plan which will include measures to address extreme heat effects, particularly on sensitive populations.

Hazardous Materials
Hazards exposure can occur due to the accidental release of hazardous materials from contaminated sites or sites that handle large quantities of hazardous materials. The Safety Element includes:
• A mapping and listing of known hazardous materials sites in the City, which include pharmacies, auto service and repair centers, medical facilities, and other sites known to have underground contamination from past uses. • Goals, policies, and actions to minimize risks due to accidental exposure of hazardous materials. This includes an action requiring new development in non12.A Packet Pg. 707
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residential districts to conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to investigate for the potential presence of hazardous materials and/or waste contamination before the issuance of building permit. This action is proposed to be added as a text amendment to Section 9.31.195 of the Zoning Ordinance.

Pursuant to public comments received, this language has been revised since the December 2024 draft of the Safety Element to clarify that corrective actions for contaminated sites shall be completed prior to residential occupancy. § 9.31.195 Multiple-Unit Dwelling Projects
(F) Multiple-unit dwelling projects in non-residential districts or on a site identified on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code § 65962.5 shall conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to investigate for the presence of hazardous materials and/or waste contamination. If the Phase 1 ESA finds that contaminated soil or groundwater is suspected to be present, the Applicant shall perform soil sampling and analysis to determine the extent of contamination. If contaminants are detected in soil at or above regulatory levels, then the results of the soil sampling shall be reviewed and acted upon by the appropriate regional, state, or local regulatory agencies as needed. If remediation is necessary, a No Further Action letter or similar documentation indicating case closure shall be obtained under the appropriate oversight agency prior to project occupancy.

Airport Safety
The Safety Element considers aviation safety as it relates to operation of the Santa Monica Airport. The Safety Element includes:
• An analysis of potential airport hazards with historical data on airport operations and aircraft-related accidents.
• Goals, policies, and actions to continue existing airport-noise and safety regulations and programs until anticipated closure of the Airport in 2028.

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28, 2025 for Staff to study three post-closure airport scenarios. Therefore, revisions to the language in the draft Safety Element is proposed to be revised as indicated in Attachment (g).

Vulnerability Assessment
The Safety Element is accompanied by a Vulnerability Assessment (Appendix B of the Safety Element) to identify vulnerable populations that will be affected ‘first and worst’ from environmental hazards and climate change effects. The Assessment includes risk assessment maps to identify specific locations and sensitive communities most likely to be severely impacted by hazards including wildfires, sea level rise and flooding, and extreme heat. Information from the Vulnerability Assessment is utilized to ensure that the goals, policies, and actions in the Safety Element prioritizes vulnerable populations and disadvantaged communities.

Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Response Operations and Recovery The Safety Element provides a contextual framework and overview of the City’s hazard mitigation strategy and emergency response operation. It is not intended to serve as an emergency operations plan insofar as the Safety Element is a guiding document rather than an operational document. In compliance with State law, Chapter 3 of the Safety Element:
• Identifies potential evacuation routes and critical facilities that may be utilized during natural disasters and emergencies
• Identifies residential areas that have only a single means of egress/ingress • Describes the resources available to the public to help them prepare for and mitigate hazards
• Establishes the framework for improving the City’s effectiveness and capacity for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery operations.

As part of the Safety Element adoption, Staff is proposing that Section 8.12.040 of the Building Code be amended to replace “City Hall” with “City Hall East” as an identified Essential Facility as follows:

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§8.12.040 Essential Facilities
The following facilities are designated as essential facilities, which are necessary for emergency operations subsequent to a natural or man-made disaster: police stations, fire stations and City Hall East. Such facilities shall be categorized as Risk Category IV as defined in Chapter 16 of the California Building Code.

While the existing City Hall has been seismically retrofitted, its age and condition makes it unsuitable to serve as an Essential Facility. The new City Hall East is better equipped to satisfy the requirements of an essential facility.

Interdepartmental Collaboration and Public Outreach
The Safety Element was prepared by the City Planning Division with review and collaboration from other City divisions and departments, including the Office of Emergency Management, Building and Safety Division, Public Works Department (Engineering Division, Architectural Services Division, Airport Division, Office of Sustainability), Fire Department, and the Department of Transportation. Additionally, during preparation of the Safety Element, Staff conducted public engagement opportunities that included:
• Study Sessions at Planning Commission, Building and Fire Life Safety Commission, and Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment,
• Public Survey (available online and hard copy in English and Spanish), • Stakeholder feedback from Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update workshops (available both in English and Spanish), and
• Public outreach events.

The draft Safety Element was made available for public review on-line for a period of 45 days, commencing on August 15, 2024, and ending on September 30, 2024. A total of seven public comment letters were received during the public review period. Responses to the commentors are addressed in Attachment B and where necessary, revisions have been made to the Safety Element to address these comments. The draft Safety

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Element was also reviewed by the Planning Commission and the Building, Fire and Life Safety Commission. On October 9, 2024, the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt the updated Safety Element with recommended changes. Comments from both commissions have been incorporated into the amended Safety Element.

Environmental Review
The proposed adoption of the amended Safety Element and amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to implement the Safety Element is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines (common sense exemption). The Safety Element is primarily limited to policy modifications and updates in compliance with State law and is not anticipated to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, nor will the proposed changes have the potential for causing significant effect on the environment. Based on the evidence in the record, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment. The draft Safety Element analyzes existing conditions and establishes the goals, policies, and actions to create a safer, and more resilient community.

Additionally, Section 15308 of the CEQA Guidelines exempts (Class 8) actions taken by regulatory agencies, as authorized by state or local ordinance, to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the environment where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. The Safety Element addresses climate change effects with policies and actions that foster sustainability and environmental protection. Therefore, the Safety Element is exempt pursuant to Section 15308.

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certified by Council on October 12, 2021, with an Addendum to the EIR approved on October 11, 2022. Therefore, no further environmental review under CEQA is required.

Financial Impacts and Budget Actions
There is no immediate financial impact or budget action necessary as a result of the recommended actions. Staff will return to Council if specific budget actions are required in the future.

Prepared By: Rachel Kwok, Environmental Planner
Approved Forwarded to Council
Attachments:

A. Safety Element December 2024 Draft (Web Link)
B. Safety Element December 2024 Draft - Appendix A (Web Link) C. Safety Element December 2024 Draft - Appendix B (Web Link) D. Safety Element Adoption Resolution
E. SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment
F. SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment
G. Draft Safety Element - Additional Revisions
H. Written Comments
I. PowerPoint Presentation

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1 City Council Meeting: January 28, 2025 Santa Monica, California RESOLUTION NUMBER _________ (CCS)
(City Council Series)

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA MONICA ADOPTING AN AMENDED SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE
CITY’S GENERAL PLAN
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65300 requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term General Plan “for the physical development of the county or city, and any land outside its boundaries which in the planning agency’s judgment bears relation to its planning”; and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302 requires that a General Plan include at least eight required “elements;” and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302(g)(1) requires a Safety Element as one of the required elements of the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element establishes the City’s goals, policies, and programs to reduce the short- and long-term risk of death, injuries, property damage, and social dislocation due to natural and human-made hazards, including, but not limited to, geologic hazards, including earthquakes, ground failure, and landslides; flooding; hazardous materials and waste; airport hazards; and climate change effects, including sea level rise, droughts, heat waves, and fire; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element also includes mapping of known seismic and other geologic hazards and addresses evacuation routes, military installations, peakload water supply requirements, and minimum road and clearances around structures, as those items relate to identified fire and geologic hazards; and

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Packet Pg. 713 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 2 WHEREAS, the City’s Safety Element was last updated on February 21, 1995; and WHEREAS, since that time, significant new information has become available on public safety risks in the City, including, but not limited to, the designation of the Santa Monica Fault Zone, flooding, wildfires, and climate change effects; and WHEREAS, additionally, the State has established new statutory requirements pertaining to the Safety Element; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 379 (2017) requires the City to address climate adaptation and resiliency through the preparation of a vulnerability assessment or reliance on a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan that addresses climate adaptation risks and vulnerabilities; and WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1035 (2018) requires the update of the Safety Element upon adoption of the Housing Element update, which shall be updated at least every eight years, to address new requirements and incorporate updated information during this time; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 99 (2019) requires the Safety Element to identify residential developments in any hazard area that do not have at least two emergency evacuation routes; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 747 (2019) requires the Safety Element to be reviewed and updated as necessary to identify evacuation routes and their capacity, safety, and viability under a range of emergency scenarios; and
WHEREAS, the City adopted its Sixth Cycle Housing Element on October 11, 2022, which was certified by the California Department of Housing and Economic Development on or about October 14, 2022; and

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Packet Pg. 714 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 3 WHEREAS, the City is also currently in the process of updating the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan which will identify local disaster hazards, assess the possibility of these hazards occurring and estimates potential costs, and identify actions to mitigate disaster losses; and
WHEREAS, integration of the Safety Element Update and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan ensures that City goals and policies to address hazards are aligned; and WHEREAS, the amended Safety Element was prepared by the City Planning Division with review and collaboration from other City divisions and departments, including the Office of Emergency Management, Building and Safety, Public Works Department (Engineering Division, Architectural Services Division, Airport Division, Office of Sustainability), Fire Department, and the Department of Transportation; and WHEREAS, additionally, during preparation of the Safety Element, Staff conducted public engagement opportunities that included public outreach surveys and study sessions at the Planning Commission; Building and Fire Life Safety Commission; and Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment; and WHEREAS, on August 7, 2024, in accordance with Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 9.45.060(A), the Planning Commission adopted a Resolution of Intention, Resolution Number 24-006 (PCS), declaring its intention to consider recommending to the City Council that the City Council adopt the Safety Element; and WHEREAS, the draft Safety Element was made available for public review online for a period of 45 days, commencing on August 15, 2024, and ending on September 30, 2024; and

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Packet Pg. 715 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 4 WHEREAS, public comments received during the public review period were addressed and, where necessary, revisions have been made to the Safety Element to address these comments; and
WHEREAS, the draft Safety Element was also reviewed by the Planning Commission and Building, Fire and Life Safety Commission, and comments from both Commissions have been incorporated therein; and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65352.3, adopted pursuant to the requirements of SB 18, requires local governments to contact, refer plans to, and consult with California Native American tribes prior to deciding to adopt or amend a general or specific plan, or to designate open space that includes Native American Cultural Places; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code section 65352.3, the City on August 15, 2024 invited 12 tribal leaders and/or representatives to provide input for the Safety Element Update; however, no responses were received by the City within the 30 day request for tribal consultation period; and
WHEREAS, on October 9, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing and, at that hearing, recommended to the City Council that the City Council adopt the updated Safety Element; and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission and now desires to adopt the amended Safety Element of the City’s General Plan.

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Packet Pg. 716 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 5 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Pursuant to Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 9.45.080, after consideration of all oral and written testimony presented on January 28, 2025, including, but not limited to public comment received by the City and compiled by City staff, the City Council does hereby adopt the amended Safety Element as set forth in Exhibit A, attached to this Resolution and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby authorizes staff to make non-substantive changes to the Safety Element as necessary to make it internally consistent, including, but not limited to, typographical errors in conformity with the final City Council action. Any substantive changes to the Safety Element adopted herein shall be brought back to City Council for review and adoption.

SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution, and thenceforth and thereafter the same shall be in full force and effect.

APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Douglas Sloan, City Attorney

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Packet Pg. 717 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 6 EXHIBIT A
Amended Safety Element

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Packet Pg. 718 Attachment: Safety Element Adoption Resolution (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 1 City Council Meeting January 28, 2025 Santa Monica, California ORDINANCE NUMBER _________ (CCS)
(City Council Series)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA AMENDING SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 8.12.040

TO DESIGNATE CITY HALL EAST AS AN ESSENTIAL FACILITY
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65300 requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term General Plan “for the physical development of the county or city, and any land outside its boundaries which in the planning agency’s judgment bears relation to its planning”; and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302 requires that a General Plan include at least eight required “elements;” and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302(g)(1) requires a Safety Element as one of the required elements of the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element establishes the City’s goals, policies, and programs to reduce the short- and long-term risk of death, injuries, property damage, and social dislocation due to natural and human-made hazards, including, but not limited to, geologic hazards, including earthquakes, ground failure, and landslides; flooding; hazardous materials and waste; airport hazards; and climate change effects, including sea level rise, droughts, heat waves, and fire; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element also includes mapping of known seismic and other geologic hazards and addresses evacuation routes, military installations, peakload water supply requirements, and minimum road and clearances around structures, as those items relate to identified fire and geologic hazards; and

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Packet Pg. 719 Attachment: SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 2 WHEREAS, the City’s Safety Element was last updated on February 21, 1995; and WHEREAS, since that time, significant new information has become available on public safety risks in the City, including, but not limited to, the designation of the Santa Monica Fault Zone, flooding, wildfires, and climate change effects; and WHEREAS, additionally, the State has established new statutory requirements pertaining to the Safety Element; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 379 (2017) requires the City to address climate adaptation and resiliency through the preparation of a vulnerability assessment or reliance on a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan that addresses climate adaptation risks and vulnerabilities; and WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1035 (2018) requires the update of the Safety Element upon adoption of the Housing Element update, which shall be updated at least every eight years, to address new requirements and incorporate updated information during this time; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 99 (2019) requires the Safety Element to identify residential developments in any hazard area that do not have at least two emergency evacuation routes; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 747 (2019) requires the Safety Element to be reviewed and updated as necessary to identify evacuation routes and their capacity, safety, and viability under a range of emergency scenarios; and
WHEREAS, the City adopted its Sixth Cycle Housing Element on October 11, 2022, which was certified by the California Department of Housing and Economic Development on or about October 14, 2022; and

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Packet Pg. 720 Attachment: SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 3 WHEREAS, the City is also currently in the process of updating the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan which will identify local disaster hazards, assess the possibility of these hazards occurring and estimates potential costs, and identify actions to mitigate disaster losses; and
WHEREAS, integration of the Safety Element Update and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan ensures that City goals and policies to address hazards are aligned; and WHEREAS, the amended Safety Element includes updated goals, policies, and actions, including disaster preparedness, emergency response operations, and recovery; and
WHEREAS, the amended Safety Element provides a contextual framework and overview of the City’s hazard mitigation strategy and emergency response operation, including: (1) identifying potential evacuation route and critical facilities; (2) describing the resources available to the public to help them prepare for and mitigate hazards; and (3) establishing the framework for improving the City’s effectiveness and capacity for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery; and
WHEREAS, “Essential Facilities” are those which are necessary for emergency operations subsequent to a natural or man-made disaster and are categorized as Risk Category IV as defined in Chapter 16 of the California Building Code; and WHEREAS, Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 8.12.040 designates police stations, fire stations, and City Hall as “Essential Facilities;” and WHEREAS, while the existing City Hall has been seismically retrofitted, its age and condition makes it unsuitable to serve as an Essential Facility, whereas the newly

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Packet Pg. 721 Attachment: SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 4 constructed City Hall East is better equipped to satisfy the requirements of an essential facility; and
WHEREAS, as part of the Safety Element adoption, Staff is proposing that Section

8.12.040 of the Building Code be amended to replace “City Hall” with “City Hall East” as an identified Essential Facilities; and
WHEREAS, on October 9, 2024 and November 13, 2024, the Building and Fire Life Safety Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider recommending to the City Council that the City Council adopt the updated Safety Element and the proposed amendment to Section 8.12.040; and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the Building & Fire Life Safety Commission’s recommendation and now desires to adopt the amendment to Section 8.12.040 of the Santa Monica Municipal Code to designate City Hall East as an Essential Facility.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 8.12.040 is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 8.12.040 Essential facilities.

The following facilities are designated as essential facilities, which are necessary for emergency operations subsequent to a natural or man-made disaster: police stations, fire stations and City Hall East. Such facilities shall be categorized as Risk Category IV as defined in Chapter 16 of the California Building Code.

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Packet Pg. 722 Attachment: SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 5 SECTION 2. Any provision of the Santa Monica Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to that extent necessary to effect the provisions of this Ordinance.

APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Douglas Sloan, City Attorney

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Packet Pg. 723 Attachment: SMMC 8.12.040 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 1 City Council Meeting: February 11, 2025 Santa Monica, California ORDINANCE NUMBER _________ (CCS)
(City Council Series)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA AMENDING SECTION 9.31.195 OF THE SANTA MONICA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A REQUIREMENT THAT MULTIPLE DWELLING UNITS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS CONDUCT A PHASE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL SITE

ASSESSMENT TO IDENTIFY POTENTIAL UNDERGROUND CONTAMINATION IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE GOALS, POLICIES, AND ACTIONS OF THE AMENDED SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65300 requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term General Plan “for the physical development of the county or city, and any land outside its boundaries which in the planning agency’s judgment bears relation to its planning”; and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302 requires that a General Plan include at least eight required “elements;” and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 65302(g)(1) requires a Safety Element as one of the required elements of the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element establishes the City’s goals, policies, and programs to reduce the short- and long-term risk of death, injuries, property damage, and social dislocation due to natural and human-made hazards, including, but not limited to, geologic hazards, including earthquakes, ground failure, and landslides; flooding; hazardous materials and waste; airport hazards; and climate change effects, including sea level rise, droughts, heat waves, and fire; and
WHEREAS, the Safety Element also includes mapping of known seismic and other geologic hazards and addresses evacuation routes, military installations, peakload water

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Packet Pg. 724 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 2 supply requirements, and minimum road and clearances around structures, as those items relate to identified fire and geologic hazards; and WHEREAS, the City’s Safety Element was last updated on February 21, 1995; and WHEREAS, since that time, significant new information has become available on public safety risks in the City, including, but not limited to, the designation of the Santa Monica Fault Zone, flooding, wildfires, and climate change effects; and WHEREAS, additionally, the State has established new statutory requirements pertaining to the Safety Element; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 379 (2017) requires the City to address climate adaptation and resiliency through the preparation of a vulnerability assessment or reliance on a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan that addresses climate adaptation risks and vulnerabilities; and WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1035 (2018) requires the update of the Safety Element upon adoption of the Housing Element update, which shall be updated at least every eight years, to address new requirements and incorporate updated information during this time; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 99 (2019) requires the Safety Element to identify residential developments in any hazard area that do not have at least two emergency evacuation routes; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 747 (2019) requires the Safety Element to be reviewed and updated as necessary to identify evacuation routes and their capacity, safety, and viability under a range of emergency scenarios; and

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Packet Pg. 725 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 3 WHEREAS, the City adopted its Sixth Cycle Housing Element on October 11, 2022, which was certified by the California Department of Housing and Economic Development on or about October 14, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the City is also currently in the process of updating the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan which will identify local disaster hazards, assess the possibility of these hazards occurring and estimates potential costs, and identify actions to mitigate disaster losses; and
WHEREAS, integration of the Safety Element Update and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan ensures that City goals and policies to address hazards are aligned; and WHEREAS, the amended Safety Element includes updated goals, policies, and actions, including those to minimize risks due to accidental exposure of hazardous materials; and
WHEREAS, the amended Safety Element includes an action requiring new development in non-residential districts to conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to investigate for the potential presence of hazardous materials and/or waste contamination before the issuance of a building permit; and WHEREAS, to effectuate this action, Section 9.31.195 of the Zoning Ordinance of the Santa Monica Municipal Code should be amended to add a requirement that multiple dwelling units in Non-Residential districts conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to identify potential underground contamination; and WHEREAS, on September 4, 2024, in accordance with Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 9.46.030(B), the Planning Commission adopted a Resolution of Intention, Resolution Number 24-012 (PCS), declaring its intention to consider recommending to

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Packet Pg. 726 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 4 the City Council that the City Council amend the text of the Zoning Ordinance to implement the amended Safety Element of the City’s General Plan; and WHEREAS, on October 9, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider recommending to the City Council that the City Council adopt the updated Safety Element and the amendment to Section 9.31.195; and WHEREAS, on January 28, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission and now desires to adopt the amendment to Section 9.31.195 of the Zoning Ordinance of the Santa Monica Municipal Code to add a requirement that multiple dwelling units in non-Residential districts conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to identify potential underground contamination.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 9.31.195 is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 9.31.195 Multiple-Unit Dwelling Projects.

The purpose of this Section is to establish requirements for multiple-unit dwelling projects; however, 100% affordable housing projects are exempt from subsections A and B of this Section.

A. Unit Mix. Multiple-unit dwelling projects with more than 50 units shall incorporate the requirements set forth below, except Tier 2 projects shall comply with Section

9.23.030(A)(2).

1. For market rate units:

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Packet Pg. 727 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 5 a. At least 10% of the units shall be three-bedroom units; b. At least 10% of the units shall be two-bedroom units; c. No more than 15% of the units shall be studio units;

2. Affordable housing unit mix shall be governed by Chapter 9.64, Affordable Housing Production Program.

3. The Director may grant a waiver from this unit mix requirement pursuant to the requirements and procedures for Waivers in Chapter 9.43.

B. Transportation Demand Management. Multiple-unit dwelling projects that meet the applicability established in Section 9.53.030 shall include the following Transportation Demand Management measures in addition to those required by Chapter 9.53, Transportation Demand Management:

1. For nonresidential components of projects, provide the following:
a. A Transportation Allowance equivalent to at least 75% of the cost of a monthly regional transit pass, in accordance with Section

9.53.130(B)(2)(b)(viii).
b. Bike valet, free of charge, during all automobile valet operating hours.

2. For residential components of projects, provide a Transportation Allowance equivalent to at least 75% of the cost of a monthly regional transit pass, in accordance with Section 9.53.130(B)(2)(c)(iv).

C. Air Quality Assessment Zone. Multiple-unit dwelling projects within the Air Quality Assessment Zone shall be required to prepare a technical memorandum that describes the effectiveness of design features to reduce exposure to diesel particulate matter (DPM) as a part of the early project design process. Such memorandum shall be submitted at

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Packet Pg. 728 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 6 the time of project application and shall be subject to review and approval by the Director prior to project approval.

D. Unit Replacement Requirements. Multiple-unit dwelling projects shall comply with all applicable residential unit replacement requirements in Chapter 9.34, Residential Unit Replacement Requirements.

E. Objective Design Standards for Streamlined, Ministerial Approval Process Established by Senate Bill 35. Qualifying multiple-unit dwelling projects that elect to use the streamlined, ministerial approval process established by Senate Bill 35 (SB 35), and set forth in Government Code Section 65913.4, shall be required to comply with objective design review standards, which may be established by resolution of the City Council.

F. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment. Multiple-unit dwelling projects in nonresidential districts or on a site identified on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code § 65962.5 shall conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment to investigate for the presence of hazardous materials and/or waste contamination. If the Phase 1 ESA finds that contaminated soil or groundwater is suspected to be present, the Applicant shall perform soil sampling and analysis to determine the extent of contamination. If contaminants are detected in soil at or above regulatory levels, then the results of the soil sampling shall be reviewed and acted upon by the appropriate regional, state, or local regulatory agencies as needed. If remediation is necessary, a No Further Action letter or similar documentation indicating case closure shall be obtained under the appropriate oversight agency prior to project occupancy.

SECTION 2. Any provision of the Santa Monica Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such

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Packet Pg. 729 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 7 inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to that extent necessary to effect the provisions of this Ordinance.

APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Douglas Sloan, City Attorney

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Packet Pg. 730 Attachment: SMMC 9.31.195 Amendment (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) Draft Safety Element Revisions Page 2-52 through 2-53
SMO was the center of legal and political disputes for many years until 2017, when the City entered into a consent decree with the FAA in 2017. Under the consent decree, the City is required to maintain continuous operation of the airport as an aviation facility and subject to certain federal laws and regulations until midnight December 31, 2028, after which the City has the indelible right to close the Airport, pending Council action. The anticipated closure after December 31, 2028 of SMO and the conversion of its lands to other uses, such as parks and open space, will require thoughtful and thorough consideration of the wide range of effects these changes will have on surrounding neighborhoods and infrastructure.

With 2028 approaching, the City is looking to past and current land use patterns, and future undertaking planning feasibility efforts to master plan new uses on the SMO property, focused on a “great park” three scenarios as directed by City Council on January 28, 2025. In determining a future for the Airport, a public process will be undertaken that engages the community in a discussion of the land’s potential to address the future needs of the community. In 2014, City residents voted and approved Measure LC, which established land use regulations for the Airport land where recreational, educational, and cultural uses are allowed and focuses the project on a “great park.” In addition, there are other internal and external pressures that will play a role in determining the site’s future, such as park space type and availability, library locations, senior centers, municipal facilities, other community needs, supportive uses, and improved integration and navigation of the Airport land into the neighborhood network.

The Airport currently provides storage facilities for the City’s emergency equipment and supplies and emergency aviation transport when necessary and feasible. The postclosure airport planning process will need to take into consideration the need to support the City’s emergency operations, such as emergency supply storage, communications control, and other emergency evacuation and response capabilities. The airport decommissioning planning process will require several measured steps to ensure that onsite and nearby land uses are not adversely affected by potential on-site contamination.

Among other considerations, issues that must be addressed include assessing the vulnerability of proposed uses to the legacy of prior and current uses and potential soil and groundwater conditions from past and current uses.

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Packet Pg. 731 Attachment: Draft Safety Element - Additional Revisions (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) 1 David Yakobson
From: Mike Salazar <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 3:03 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Natalya Zernitskaya; Dan Hall; David White
Subject: Some Safety Element Concerns
Attachments: SMcouncil-ITEM-12A-Safety Element.pdf

EXTERNAL
Attached is a letter regarding comments on tonight's Amended Safety Element review for your consideration. Please be sure this gets into the public record, and is distributed to the relevant city personnel and departments.

Thanx,
Mike Salazar, Architect
Ocean Park/Santa Monica
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Mike Salazar
The information contained in this e-mail message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or is not the employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify us by telephone or reply by e-mail and promptly delete the message. Thank you.

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Packet Pg. 732 Attachment: Written Comments [Revision 2] (6881 : Adoption of Safety Element Update) Mike Salazar, Architect
Ocean Park/Santa Monica

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