Written Comments — Santa Monica City Council, June 24, 2025

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From: Gail Gordon
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 12:52 PM
To: Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick; Natalya Zernitskaya; Dan Hall; Barry Snell; Ellis Raskin; councilmtgitems
Cc: Gail Gordon
Subject: Re: Housing Commission Recommendations for new and incumbent Commissioners Hello
I am writing to clarify that these recommendations are mine. I am presenting these recommendations as an individual.

Thank you for your time
Gail
From: Gail Gordon <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 8:31:17 AM
To: Lana Negrete <[email protected]>; Caroline Torosis <[email protected]>; Jesse Zwick <[email protected]>; Natalya Zernitskaya <[email protected]>; Dan Hall <[email protected]>; Barry Snell <[email protected]>; Ellis Raskin <[email protected]>; councilmtgitems <[email protected]>
Cc: Gail Gordon <[email protected]>
Subject: Housing Commission Recommendations for new and incumbent Commissioners Good morning
I am proud to recommend our two incumbent Commissioners; Theresa Marasco and Deborah Lynch.

Commissioner (past Vice Chair) is a critical member of our commission. Commissioner Marasco has tremendous dedication and exhibits an encyclopedic knowledge of Housing related regulations. She is formerly homeless and a Section 8 Voucher recipient. She is chair of several of our subcommittees addressing Inclusionary and Affordable Housing, Ms Marasco Is also the Chair of the newly created CAB/HAB Commission. She tirelessly donates her time to those facing housing issues such as eviction. Commissioner Marasco’s dedication to the Housing Commission is insurmountable that is why I recommend with tremendous certainty, Commissioner Marasco for an addition term as Housing Commission.

I also recommend Commissioner Lynch to an additional term as Housing Commissioner. Although Ms Lynch is still learning the workings of Housing Commission, she is fervently addressing the needs of Housing Commission with dedication and a strong understanding of the needs of our Housing Voucher Recipients. Commissioner Lynch has also been unhoused and is a current recipient of a Section 8 Voucher.

That leaves our two new Applicants. Housing Commission recommend Dr Lynda Rush and Dr Raymond Rakhshani as new appointees to Housing Commission. Based upon their applications we feel that they would bring enthusiasm and intelligence to our Commission. They also satisfy the over 62 requirement.

Thank you for your time,
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Chair, Housing Commission
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From: lmarreola <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:50 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Barry Snell; Ellis Raskin; Natalya Zernitskaya Subject: ITEM 16A 6-24 Council MTG

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Please appoint Nikki Herron Kolhoff or Jaleh Mirhashemi for Recreation and Parks Commissioner. Daniel Jansenson for Buildingvand Fire Life Safety Commissioner. Therasa Marasco for Housing Commissioner. All four are qualified and experienced in their fields.

Please do not appoint Juan Matute, Gleam Davis or Judy Abdo as in my opinion have caused irreparable harm to our city.

Sincerely
Larry and Carol Arreola
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From: Mindi Shank <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:44 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Dan Hall; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: 6/24/25 SM City Council Meeting - Item 16A Commission Appointments

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Date: June 24, 2025
Re: 6/24/25 City Council Meeting - Item 16A Commission Appointments Dear City Council,
I am writing in support of the following people for appointments to commissions-  Recreation and Parks: Nikki Kolhoff
 Building and Fire-Life Safety Commission: Daniel Jansenson  Housing: Theresa Marasco
 Urban Forest: Andrew Hoyer, Jerry Rubin
Please do NOT appoint the following people to any board or commission as they have caused our city irreparable harm: Juan Matute, Gleam Davis, Judy Abdo.

Sincerely,
Mindi Shank
Santa Monica Resident
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From: [email protected]
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:34 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected] Subject: FOSP: City Council 6/24/25 item 16-A -- Support for Andrew Wilder for Airport Commission

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To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: Board of Directors, Friends of Sunset Park
RE: 6/24 item 16-A -- Support Andrew Wilder for Airport Commission The Friends of Sunset Park (FOSP) Board of Directors supports the re-appointment of Andrew Wilder for a third term on the Airport Commission.

At this critical juncture of transition of the Santa Monica Airport land, a commissioner with a wide depth of institutional knowledge will be an asset to have on the Airport Commission. Mr. Wilder has been a dedicated commissioner during his first two terms as an Airport Commissioner. He as acted at Commission Chair and is currently the Vice-chair.

Mr. Wilder is well versed in the rules/regulations of Airport operations, SM Airport history, eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft), environmental issues, and the Airport Conversion Project.

He is well respected by the other Commissioners and is known for his collaborative skills.

As Council considers recommendations and guidance from the Airport Commission during the three upcoming years of the Airport transition process, Mr. Wilder will be a valuable voice on the Airport Commission with seasoned insight and expertise on Airport issues. He will be the best choice to help shepherd the future of the airport land into a Great Park.

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From: Dannie Charney <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:14 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Council Mailbox; Douglas Sloan; Elaine Polachek; Santa Monica City Manager's Office
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Correction:

TRANSIT AUTHORITY BOARD APPLICANT
J.KAPLAN... is applying for the Transit Authority Board- not not the Disabilities Commission. She is disabled and hopes to bring awareness and solutions to the problems people who are disabled, especially in wheelchairs face with using transit.

AUDIT SUBCOMMITTEE

LISA JUNGHAM
My god she is qualified from ten directions ..a business owner, an attorney, a professor, certified financial planner, a research analyst in the financial investment sector. She has been involved with many areas of the City and runs rings around the only other applicant- Juan Matute whose only real qualifications is attaching himself to Abdo and SMF.

He has no real qualifications. But, we know how Judy throws power around..shame about it.. so I hope those who pander to her, namely Dan Hall, Natalya, and Jesse Zwick.. see who is the clear choice- it is Lisa Jungham.

Enough nepotism in this City. It got us into the mess we now have.

Danielle Charney
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From: Nikki Kolhoff <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:14 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Dan Hall; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: 6/24/25 City Council Meeting - Item 16A Commission Appointments

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Date: June 24, 2025
Re: 6/24/25 City Council Meeting - Item 16A Commission Appointments Dear City Council -
I am writing to support the following people for appointments to commissions:
 Recreation and Parks: Nikki Kolhoff
 Building and Fire-Life Safety Commission: Daniel Jansenson  Housing: Theresa Marasco
 Urban Forest: Andrew Hoyer, Jerry Rubin
Please do NOT appoint the following people to any board or commission as they have caused our city irreparable harm: Juan Matute, Gleam Davis, Judy Abdo.

Thank you,
Nikki Kolhoff,
Santa Monica Resident and Voter
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From: Gavin Scott <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 11:09 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: Zina Josephs
Subject: City Council 6/24 item 16-A -- Support Andrew Wilder for the Airport Commission

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To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: Gavin Scott
RE: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A -- Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew Wilder, during his years on the Airport Commission, has served as both Vice Chair and Chair, and he is very knowledgeable about Santa Monica Airport’s history, current operations, and unique challenges.

He first became involved in Airport issues during the “Yes on LC” campaign in 2014, building and managing the Measure LC website https://ItsOurLand.org/
In his day job, running a Certified B Corporation with more than 20 employees, and in his volunteer work on the Commission, Andrew has always focused on collaboration, thoughtful planning, and delivering long-term value to the community.

On the Commission, he has worked on the Runway Shortening project, the reuse of excess Airfield pavement, the Airport Minimum Standards, Noise Code enforcement, safety concerns, air quality, and the introduction of "unleaded" aviation fuel for the piston/propeller aircraft.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

As the closure of the Airport approaches, the Airport Commission is uniquely positioned to help shape a transformation that will advance equity, environmental stewardship, resilience to climate change, and expanded access to open space. As additional housing is built in the city, the need for parks will continue to increase.

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

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1891 Marine Street,
Santa Monica
CA 90405
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From: Kathy Knight <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 10:44 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: Kathy Knight
Subject: 6/24/25 Agenda Item 16-A - Airport Commission - Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term

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To: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], lana.negr [email protected], [email protected] Cc: [email protected]
Sent: 6/24/2025 10:43 Pacific Daylight Time
Subject: City Council 6/24 item 16-A -- Support Andrew Wilder for the Airport Commission June 23, 2025
To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: Kathy Knight and Joe Faris
Sunset Park Residents
RE: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A -- Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term We urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

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7 As the closure of the Airport approaches, the Airport Commission is uniquely positioned to help shape a transformation that will advance equity, environmental stewardship, resilience to climate change, and expanded access to open space. As additional housing is built in the city, the need for parks will continue to increase.

Andrew shares our belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, we urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

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From: Gail Gordon
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 8:31 AM
To: Lana Negrete; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick; Natalya Zernitskaya; Dan Hall; Barry Snell; Ellis Raskin; councilmtgitems
Cc: Gail Gordon
Subject: Housing Commission Recommendations for new and incumbent Commissioners Good morning
I am proud to recommend our two incumbent Commissioners; Theresa Marasco and Deborah Lynch.

Commissioner (past Vice Chair) is a critical member of our commission. Commissioner Marasco has tremendous dedication and exhibits an encyclopedic knowledge of Housing related regulations. She is formerly homeless and a Section 8 Voucher recipient. She is chair of several of our subcommittees addressing Inclusionary and AƯordable Housing, Ms Marasco Is also the Chair of the newly created CAB/HAB Commission. She tirelessly donates her time to those facing housing issues such as eviction. Commissioner Marasco’s dedication to the Housing Commission is insurmountable that is why I recommend with tremendous certainty, Commissioner Marasco for an addition term as Housing Commission.

Thank you for your time,
Gail Gordon
Chair, Housing Commission
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From: Santa Monica Great Park Coalition <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 10:09 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Jesse Zwick; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Natalya Zernitskaya; Caroline Torosis
Subject: June 24, 2025 - Council Meeting 16.A. - DAVID PETTIT - Reappointment to Sustainability Commission

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SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION - DAVID PETTIT REAPPOINTMENT - SUPPORT

Dear Mayor Negrete, Mayor Pro Tem Torosis, and Councilmembers -

We write you in strong support of David Pettit's reappointment to a second term on the Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice and the Environment ("Sustainability Commission").

The Sustainability Commission is one of our City's boards and commissions where significant professional expertise is a requirement of service. Mr. Pettit is a seasoned and respected environmental attorney, currently working for the Center for Biological Diversity Climate Law Institute, and is well-known for his achievements in the field. He has particular expertise in addressing the social justice impacts of climate change and poor air quality.

The Sustainability Commission is a high-profile one where it is imperative to appoint (or reappoint) commissioners of the highest professional calibre, with demonstrated acumen in fields required for service on the Commission. Mr. Pettit brings impeccable professional qualifications, immense personal integrity, and he has served our community with distinction for 4 years.

We urge you to reappoint David Pettit to a second term - Thank you very much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Great Park Coalition Leadership Team

John Fairweather
Zina Josephs
Frank Gruber
Cris Gutierrez
Joe Pertel
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Santa Monica Great Park Coalition
Web: www.GreatParkCoalition.org
E-mail: [email protected]
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From: Cathy Larson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 10:02 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick; Caroline Torosis; Barry Snell; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin
Subject: June 24, 2025 Item 16-A Airport Commission Appointment

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Councilmembers,
I support the re-appoint of Andrew Wilder for the Airport Commission vacancy.

In Mr Wilder’s service on the Airport Commission, he has exhibited depth of knowledge on the Santa Monica Airport issues, a sincere commitment to addressing the concerns of the community, and has been an acƟve voice in craŌing insighƞul recommendaƟons to the Council.

With Mr Wilder’s wealth of insƟtuƟonal experience, he is the best choice to fill the Airport Commission vacancy.

Cathy Larson
Airport 2 Park Board
Friends of Sunset Park Board
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From: Santa Monica Great Park Coalition <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:44 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Natalya Zernitskaya; Caroline Torosis; Jesse Zwick
Subject: June 24, 2025 - City Council Meeting 16.A. - ANDREW WILDER - Airport Commission Reappointment

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AIRPORT COMMISSION - ANDREW WILDER REAPPOINTMENT - SUPPORT

Dear Mayor Negrete, Mayor Pro Tem Torosis, and Councilmembers -

We write you in strong support of Andrew Wilder's reappointment to a third term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Andrew has served our community with moral character, professionalism, attention-to-detail, civicmindedness, and dedication. Service on this Commission requires that Commissioners develop a thorough understanding of SMO operations and finances, plus awareness and sensitivity to issues surrounding planning for the future and airport closure.

With anticipated closure at the end of 2028 fast approaching, leadership continuity on the Commission is critical. Andrew has served with distinction for eight years, developing significant expertise along the way, and his vision for a sustainable and equitable future use of the airport land post-closure admirably reflects our City's values.

We urge you to reappoint Andrew for a third term - Thank you very much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Great Park Coalition Leadership Team

John Fairweather
Zina Josephs
Frank Gruber
Cris Gutierrez
Joe Pertel
Ann Bowman

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Web: www.GreatParkCoalition.org
E-mail: [email protected]
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From: Roger Allen <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:35 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick; Caroline Torosis; Barry Snell; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin
Subject: June 24, 2025 Item 16-A Airport Commission Appointment

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Council members,
I support the appointment of Andrew Wilder for the Airport Commission vacancy. Mr.

Wilder has served the commission well for the last 8 years, including leadership positions:

Chair and Vice Chair.

His institutional knowledge and experience will serve the city and the community well as the Airport land transitions into a Great Park as it was intended for the land when purchased by the City in 1926.

Roger Allen
29 year Santa Monica Resident

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From: Joseph Hardin <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:30 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: SM City Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A

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Honorable Council Members,
Please vote for Andrew Wilder to remain on the Santa Monica Airport Commission for a third term. He has always put public interests before personal gain and has considerable knowledge of the airport. He's a great asset for the people of Santa Monica.

Thanks for your support and hard work,
Joe
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From: Heather Thomason <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:08 PM
To: Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya; councilmtgitems
Subject: 6/24/25 Item 16A - support Andrew Wilder

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Dear Mayor Negrete, Mayor Pro Tem Torosis, and Honorable Councilmembers, As a Santa Monica resident, I am writing to strongly support Andrew Wilder's reappointment to a third term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Since attending Airport Commission meetings beginning in October, I have been consistently impressed with Andrew's balanced point of view, professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to our community.

His deep understanding of the airport's operations and transition challenges is evident in every discussion, and he brings both expertise and genuine care to this critical work.

Andrew's commitment extends well beyond his official duties. When I hosted a community meeting during the airport-to-park conversion outreach, Andrew generously volunteered his time to attend and answer residents' questions. This kind of above-and-beyond service demonstrates exactly the type of public servant we need guiding this historic transition.

As we move toward the airport's closure and the transformation of 192 acres into a Great Park, continuity of experienced leadership is essential. Andrew has earned the community's trust through eight years of distinguished service, and his vision for an equitable, sustainable future aligns perfectly with our city's values.

Andrew Wilder represents the best of civic engagement—knowledgeable, accessible, and truly committed to Santa Monica's future. I urge you to support his reappointment.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Heather Thomason
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From: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 8:38 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: SM City Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A”

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Dear Mayor Negrete and Honorable Councilmembers,
I urge you to reappoint Andrew Wilder to a third and final term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Andrew has served with distinction for the past eight years, including as Chair and Vice-Chair. He brings deep institutional knowledge of the airport’s history, current operations, and community impact. From his early work on the 2014 “Yes on LC” campaign – where he built and managed the Measure LC website – to his leadership on such critical issues as runway safety, air quality, noise enforcement, the move to introduce eVTOLs at SMO, and the shift to unleaded aviation fuel, Andrew has consistently prioritized community wellbeing and long-term vision.

Professionally, he runs a Certified B Corporation with over 20 employees, a role that reflects his commitment to sustainability, transparency, and public benefit – values that guide his civic work as well.

As the Airport Commission shifts from monitoring aviation operations to guiding one of the most significant public land transitions in our city’s history, Andrew’s leadership is more important than ever.

He understands the challenges and the potential. He shares the community’s vision of a Great Park that enhances equity, climate resilience, and quality of life for Santa Monica’s for generations to come.

Given the challenges and opportunities ahead, including the airport’s planned closure and the 192-acre land reuse process, continuity of leadership is essential. Andrew Wilder has earned the trust of the community, his fellow Commissioners, and City staff. I strongly support Andrew Wilder’s reappointment for a third term and hope you will vote in favor of his continued service to our community.

Thank you for your service and for considering this important request.

Sincerely,
Megan FitzGerald
Sunset Park resident
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From: Cathy Larson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 6:30 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick; Caroline Torosis; Barry Snell; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Elaine Polachek
Subject: Incumbent Commission Application Postings Item 16-A

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Councilmembers and City Manager Polacheck,
An issue has arisen regarding the posƟng of incumbent board/commission applicaƟons. FOSP has been copied on a complaint from Mark Smith regarding this issue.

As a Boardmember of two organizaƟons, Friends of Sunset Park (FOSP) and Airport 2 Park (A2P), and an Advisory Boardmember of the Great Park CoaliƟon (GPC), we have a parƟcular interest in the applicaƟons for the Airport Commission.

We do have knowledge that incumbent Commissioner Andrew Wilder’s applicaƟon was submiƩed prior to the deadline, yet it was never posted. Upon inquiry, we were told that the City Clerk said incumbents’ applicaƟons were not posted. Evidently, this is a change from previous policy when all applicaƟons were posted.

Since Mr. Wilder’s applicaƟon was submiƩed prior to the deadline, his applicaƟon cannot be disregarded.

Mr. Smith claimed that Mr. Wilder did not acknowledge that he was applying for a third term. We have obtained a copy of Mr. Wilder’s applicaƟon. It clearly states that he is applying for a third term. Although it is not common for a commissioner to apply and be appointed for a third term, it does happen from Ɵme to Ɵme. Former Airport Commissioner David Kaplan served three terms.

Mr. Smith also claims that Mr. Wilder has “zero knowledge of aviaƟon.” Mr. Wilder has sat on the Airport Commission for 8 years, has been Chairman, and is currently Vice-Chair. It is absurd to state that he has zero knowledge of aviaƟon.

Mr. Smith also claims that Mr. Wilder has a “conflict of interest” because he lives near the airport. This complaint doesn’t have two legs--or even one leg—to stand on. There have been MANY current and previous Airport Commissioners that live in Sunset Park. I believe Mr. Smith himself lives in Sunset Park and has been a past applicant for Airport Commissioner. One of the other current applicants, Eve Lopez, also lives in Sunset Park. In any case, the Santa Monica Airport closure is not determined by the Airport Commission. The Airport closure has already been voted on by the City Council and the transiƟon process is in progress.

Although I only have knowledge of Mr. Wilder’s applicaƟon, there may be other incumbent applicaƟons that may be caught up in this policy change. None of these applicaƟons should be disqualified.

The simplest opƟon to remedy this issue is to make it a policy that ALL applicaƟons, whether new or incumbent, be posted on the City web site but the City certainly cannot penalize any incumbent applicaƟons in the current appointment cycle.

Cathy Larson
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From: Ellen Mark <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 5:44 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick
Subject: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A

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Dear Mayor Negrete and Councilmembers,
I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Ellen Mark
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From: Ben <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 3:43 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: Andrew Wilder; Joe Pertel; Geoffrey Neri; Diane Reynolds; Margaret Griffin Subject: SMO: Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A -- Reappoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission

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Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Please reappoint Andrew Wilder to the SMO Airport
Commission.

Andrew has been a dedicated and effective member of the Airport Commission for multiple years and he has played a key role helping the City on issues like runway safety, noise, air quality, and the shift to cleaner aviation. With the SMO’s closure at midnight December 31, 2028, and big important decisions over the next 3 years, his experience, steady leadership, and knowledge are exactly what the City of Santa Monica needs.

I strongly support his reappointment and hope you will too! Sincerely,
Ben Wang
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From: Dannie Charney <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 3:18 PM
To: Council Mailbox; Douglas Sloan; Elaine Polachek; Santa Monica City Manager's Office; councilmtgitems
Subject: Fwd: CC MTG 6/24/2025 ITEM 16 A. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS

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THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE REALLY UGLY
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From: Dannie Charney <[email protected]>
Date: Mon, Jun 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Subject: CC MTG 6/24/2025 ITEM 16 A. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS To: <[email protected]>, Council Mailbox <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>, <[email protected]>, [email protected] <[email protected]>
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Please DO APPOINT the below very qualified and terrific residents to their chosen Commissions:

Nikki Kohloff - Parks or/
Jahleh Misirami - Park
Eve Lopez- SMO Commission
J.Kaplan- Disabilities
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3 Please DO NOT appoint the following insider players to any commissions ..they have all done far too much damage to this City ..don't let them do anymore:

Juan Matute.. Audit Subcommittee .. more $ for Yimbys if you do..no more need be said about him. Developer lackey through and through.

Gleam Davis- Her years on Council in have destroyed our landscape with her bad deals- her asking for more allotment from RHNA in 2018 instead of asking for it to be reduced..- she reduced affordable units to 15% or even just doing away with them - the density bonus and her deals with Yimby/Camner/Abundant Housing etc ..stop her poisoned vision of this City -enough damage. She is bored off Council- maybe she might consider taking up knitting.

Judy Abdo - . She ushered in developer control of this town and our elections with her funneling $1,250,000. of YIMBY dollars to pay the Abundant Housing soldiers, to defeat resident initiative LUVE.. They all hide behind a 501C4. They are all lobbyists..they teach nothing.

She helped the hideous and ruinous Gelson's project and so much more.. she hides behind the LGBTQ+ shield so we dare not oppose her- long past time her influence is not felt. Let her take up knitting with Gleam.

David Kaplan- My god hasn't he, along with his wife and Pam O'Connor done enough damage to our City with his manipulative games that have destroyed so many historic homes. He has no business being near anything to do with art. Maybe Gleam and Judy want some male energy to their knitting circle. Juan certainly won't do. He is more the crocheting type.

Danielle Charney
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From: Dannie Charney <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 3:15 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Council Mailbox; Douglas Sloan; Elaine Polachek; Santa Monica City Manager's Office
Subject: CC MTG 6/24/2025 ITEM 16 A. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS

EXTERNAL
Please DO APPOINT the below very qualified and terrific residents to their chosen Commissions:

Nikki Kohloff - Parks or/
Jahleh Misirami - Park
Eve Lopez- SMO Commission
J.Kaplan- Disabilities
Please DO NOT appoint the following insider players to any commissions ..they have all done far too much damage to this City ..don't let them do anymore:

Juan Matute.. Audit Subcommittee .. more $ for Yimbys if you do..no more need be said about him. Developer lackey through and through.

Gleam Davis- Her years on Council in have destroyed our landscape with her bad deals- her asking for more allotment from RHNA in 2018 instead of asking for it to be reduced..- she reduced affordable units to 15% or even just doing away with them - the density bonus and her deals with Yimby/Camner/Abundant Housing etc ..stop her poisoned Item 16-A
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6 vision of this City -enough damage. She is bored off Council- maybe she might consider taking up knitting.

Danielle Charney
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From: Connor Webb <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 3:06 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Lana Negrete; Jesse Zwick; Caroline Torosis; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: Item 16.A: Support Jacob Wasserman for Planning Commission

EXTERNAL
Dear Council,
I am writing in strong support of Jacob Wasserman’s application to serve on the Santa Monica Planning Commission. I have had the privilege of working closely with Jacob through our shared service on the board of the North Westwood Neighborhood Council (NWWNC), where he serves as board Secretary and a dedicated member of the Transportation, Environment, and Public Space Committee, which I chair. Jacob and I both live in Santa Monica and work in Westwood, and his engagement and influence on multiple levels of governance in both areas has been incredible to witness.

Jacob is among the most diligent and principled public servants I’ve had the pleasure of working with. As Secretary of the NWWNC, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to transparency, procedure, and public accessibility, all with a level of extreme preparation and organization that brings the best out of everyone with whom he works. On our transportation committee, he has always contributed with essential policy insight, thoughtful analysis, and a strong focus on equity. He has been indispensable in advancing our work on issues affecting our neighborhood, especially regarding transit, active transportation, and housing. He consistently grounds conversations in both data and his lived realities in the community.

Jacob is probably too humble to list his own impressive accomplishments and qualifications, so I will for him: Firstly, he brings invaluable expertise from his role at the UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies, where he is a Lead Scholar of the Public Transit Research program. His research experience, as well as his breadth and depth of knowledge around transportation’s intersection with social issues would be an enormous asset to the Planning Commission’s work. Jacob’s educational background also reflects his longstanding commitment to public service and planning, and is additional evidence that he is extremely qualified to serve on the Planning Commission. He also holds a Masters of Urban and Regional Planning from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, with concentrations in Transportation Policy and Planning (TPP) and Community Economic Development and Housing (CEDH), all in addition to a bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from Yale.

Frankly, I don’t know how he does it all, but he manages to do all of this work with a super-human level of quality and attention to detail. I cannot recall ever even finding a typo in an agenda, community impact statement, or email he’s authored. He's on top of every task and quick to communicate.

Santa Monica would be fortunate to benefit from Jacob’s combination of expertise, lived experience, community focus, and empathetic leadership. I strongly endorse his appointment to the Planning Commission and urge Council to allow our community to take advantage of his immensely qualified insight and endless work ethic (all of it for free!).

Sincerely,
Connor Webb
90404
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From: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 2:50 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: SM City Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A
Importance: High

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor Negrete and Honorable Councilmembers,
I urge you to reappoint Andrew Wilder to a third and final term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Thank you for your service and for considering this important request.

Sincerely,
Adrian Harewood
[Friends Of] Sunset Park Resident
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From: S V <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 2:37 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: SM City Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor Negrete and Honorable Councilmembers,
I urge you to reappoint Andrew Wilder to a third and final term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Thank you for your service and for considering this important request.

Sincerely,
Sharon Vidal Cunningham
Sunset Park SM
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From: ALICE ELLIS <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 2:25 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: SM City Council June 24 Agenda Item 16A
Importance: High
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor Negrete and Honorable Councilmembers,
I urge you to reappoint Andrew Wilder to a third and final term on the Santa Monica Airport Commission.

Thank you for your service and for considering this important request.

Sincerely,
Alice Ellis
Santa Monica Resident
310-779-0438
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From: John Fairweather <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 11:58 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick; Caroline Torosis; Barry Snell; Lana Negrete; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin
Subject: Tuesday 6/24/2025 Item 16-A - Please re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission

EXTERNAL
Dear Council Members,
Please re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission. Andrew has an unmatched familiarity and experience with all aspects of airport issues. He has done an excellent job on the commission forming a bridge between Council, staff, and community, and his continued presence on the commission is absolutely essential as the time for closure approaches and the planning for what comes next ramps up.

Sincerely,
John Fairweather
Chair - Measure LC
Board - Airport2Park
Board - Great Park Coalition
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From: Dannie Charney <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 11:19 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Council Mailbox; Douglas Sloan; Elaine Polachek; Santa Monica City Manager's Office
Subject: MTG 6/24/2025 ITEM 16 -A VARIOUS APPOINTMENTS

EXTERNAL
Housing Authority
Please re-appoint Theresa Marasco.. who also belongs on the GS Oversight Committee..

She actually knows what she is doing ..works tirelessly, and cares.. a very strong advocate for all people.

You have three other applicants who are more than qualified for the other two open seats:

Dr.Lydia Rush...Professor with 30 years experience in poverty and other areas serving people..as well as affordable housing Tim Gudgel -Architect with focus on affordable housing
Raymond Rakhshami- engineer- focus on affordable housing No other applicants bring a thing to the table that this commission needs.. we do not need real estate developers, mortgage brokers, investment bankers, nannies who play tennis and golf.

We have a chance to have a rock. star Commission with the above choices. I certainly hope you see this opportunity to shine and appoint two of the three and Ms Marasco.

Danielle Charney
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From: Mark SmithTV <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 11:00 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Dan Hall; Lana Negrete; Ellis Raskin; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Natalya Zernitskaya; Jesse Zwick; [email protected]; Ivan Campbell; Scott Snowden
Subject: Airport Commission Appointment Irregularity
Attachments: PastedGraphic-2.tiff

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
I am writing to express serious concerns about the City Clerk’s handling of the Airport Commission appointment process, which raises troubling questions about potential favoritism and disregard for established procedures under Resolution No. 11510.

The Clerk’s notice stated that applications for all boards and commissions were due by noon on June 17, 2025. By that deadline, only two applications for the Airport Commission were submitted and publicly posted. Notably, no application from Andrew Wilder was included at that time—or at any point since.

Despite this, agenda item 16(A) for the June 24, 2025 meeting lists Mr. Wilder as an applicant, claiming a submission date of June 15. Additionally, Mr. Wilder is identified as the incumbent without acknowledgment that he is termed out, which should disqualify him unless specific exceptions outlined in Council Resolution No. 11510 are met. These rules explicitly prohibit late applications (Section 1(B)) and limit service to two consecutive terms (Section 2(D)(1)) unless a formal Council vote overrides this restriction by a two-thirds majority.

There is no record of such a vote, nor any explanation of how Mr. Wilder’s termed-out status is being circumvented. His application remains conspicuously absent from the public record, raising significant concerns about the integrity of this process.

The unexplained inclusion of Mr. Wilder’s name on the agenda, despite apparent procedural violations, suggests a potential manipulation of the appointment process. This undermines public trust and casts doubt on the City Clerk’s impartiality in managing these critical appointments. In addition, considering the location of Mr. Wilder’s home, adjacent to the airport, his distain for the airport and zero knowledge of aviation, there is a total conflict of interest. Upon an airport closure, Mr. Wilders home would increase in value by over $300,000. Currently Mr. Wilder is using AI to create reports claiming electric aviation creates pollution and would be harmful for Santa Monica. This is just a waste of time and has zero value other than as an example of modern AI assisted misinformation.

To address these concerns and uphold transparency and fairness, I call on the Council to:

1. Demand Accountability: Require the City Clerk to confirm whether Mr. Wilder’s application was submitted by the June 17 deadline and, if not, explain why it is being considered.

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3. Uphold the Rules: Commit to enforcing the provisions of Resolution No. 11510 equitably for all applicants and ensure that no one receives preferential treatment.

Allowing such apparent irregularities to go unchallenged would damage public confidence in the fairness of the appointment process and suggest a deeper systemic issue within the City’s governance. I urge you to take immediate and decisive action to rectify these discrepancies.

There are currently two qualified applicants for the Airport Commission who would bring valuable expertise and serve as true assets to our community. It is imperative for the democratic process that at least one of these individuals, who is an actual pilot, be appointed to the commission. Stacking the commission with ideologically biased, anti-aviation individuals—ALL of whom knowingly purchased homes adjacent to an active airport—undermines both fairness and the Commission’s credibility.

Thank you.

Mark Smith
310 213 0790
http://duenorthproduction.com
"Truth is the fuel of democracy."
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From: Brodsky, Michael <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 10:39 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Item 16a - Support for Andrew Wilder - Airport Commission re-appointment

EXTERNAL
City Council Members,

I support and endorse the re-appointment of Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew Wilder has done an excellent job as a member and Chair of the Airport Commission. He is responsive, clear, and honest.

Andrew Wilder has worked diligently to insure the safety of those that fly out of SMO and for those who live on the ground.

He is insured that the conversion process and 2029 airport closure proceeds properly and is fully transparent.

I do not recommend any of the other current Airport Commission applicants who are supporters of organizations AOPA & SMAA ( that led and funded the failed 2014 Measure D ballot campaign) and have individually repeatedly and incorrectly, claimed in writing - that the City Council never voted to close the airport! Andrew Wilder will continue his level of excellence and receives my highest recommendation.

Sincerely,
Michael Brodsky
Santa Monica
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From: karen Greenwalt <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 8:50 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: Reappoint Andrew Wilder to Airport Commission

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor Negrete and City Council,
I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

Karen Greenwalt
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From: John Reynolds <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 7:42 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: Zina Josephs
Subject: City Council 6-24 item 16-A Andrew Wilder for Airport Commission

EXTERNAL
June 23, 2025
To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: John Reynolds
RE: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A -- Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Mr Wilder, has served as both Vice Chair and Chair, and he is very knowledgeable about Santa Monica Airport’s history, current operations, and unique challenges.

He first became involved in Airport issues during the “Yes on LC” campaign I worked on in 2014, building and managing the Measure LC website https://ItsOurLand.org/ On the Commission, he has worked on the Runway Shortening project, the reuse of excess Airfield pavement, the Airport Minimum Standards, Noise Code enforcement, safety concerns, air quality, and the introduction of "unleaded" aviation fuel for the piston/propeller aircraft.

As the closure of the Airport approaches, the Airport Commission is uniquely positioned to help shape a transformation that will advance equity, environmental stewardship, resilience to climate change, and expanded access to open space. It is important in my opinion to have his years of experience available as the airport closure unfolds.

I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

John Reynolds
25 year SM resident off the west end of the airport runway. 3217 17th Street
213-598-2120
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From: Jane Dempsey <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2025 6:42 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Subject: RE: Airport Commissioner - City Council 6/24 item 16-A

EXTERNAL
Dear Council
I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission. At this critical time, the Airport Commission needs continuity.

Thank you for your consideration,
Jane Dempsey
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From: Robert Brown <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2025 12:20 PM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: Letter regarding June 24, 2025 Meeting - Item 16A

EXTERNAL
Dear Council members,
I am writing to urge you to appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission for a 3rd term. Andrew has ably served the commission for two terms with intelligence, diligence and fair-mindedness. He has dedicated himself to understanding the complex issues surrounding the airport, its history and its future. Now more than ever, it is critical to have clear-minded articulate committee members who will act in the community's best interests. Andrew has been a trusted resource and advisor to the council. He has been a valuable asset to Santa Monica. I urge you to appoint him for a 3rd term. Thank you.

Robert Brown
Sunset Park
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From: Bill Josephs <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2025 4:06 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Cc: Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya; Zina Josephs
Subject: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A — Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term

EXTERNAL
June 21, 2025
6/24/25 agenda item 16-A — Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

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From: Jeanne Laurie <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2025 3:26 AM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Natalya Zernitskaya; Lana Negrete
Subject: City Council agenda item 16-A Airport Commission - Support for Andrew Wilder for 3rd term

EXTERNAL
June 21, 2025
To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: Jeanne Laurie - Sunset Park
RE: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A -- Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term We need the voice of reason on the Airport Commission. We need Andrew Wilder There are those who profess that the airport doesn't generate that much noise. I invite you all to Clover Park any given day. In addition to all the loud planes one usually hears, there is now a flight school. Planes take off every few minutes. They circle, land, and take off again. If I shouted in the ear of the person standing next to me, that person could not hear me. The noise is constant and LOUD.

I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

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From: [email protected]
Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:58 PM
To: councilmtgitems; Barry Snell; Caroline Torosis; Dan Hall; Ellis Raskin; Jesse Zwick; Lana Negrete; Natalya Zernitskaya
Cc: [email protected]
Subject: City Council 6/24 item 16-A -- Support Andrew Wilder for the Airport Commission

EXTERNAL
June 21, 2025
To: Mayor Negrete and City Council members
From: Zina Josephs
RE: 6/24/25 agenda item 16-A -- Airport Commission – Support Andrew Wilder for 3rd term I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

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15 On the Commission, he has worked on the Runway Shortening project, the reuse of excess Airfield pavement, the Airport Minimum Standards, Noise Code enforcement, safety concerns, air quality, and the introduction of "unleaded" aviation fuel for the piston/propeller aircraft.

Andrew has also served on various Commission ad hoc committees on issues including the eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Aircraft).

Andrew shares my belief that a Great Park on the Airport property will improve the quality of life for all Santa Monica residents for hundreds of years to come -- a proud legacy for the city.

Again, I urge you to re-appoint Andrew Wilder to the Airport Commission.

Thank you for your consideration.

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From: Alan Levenson <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:33 AM
To: councilmtgitems
Subject: 6/24 Meeting- Item 16 - Airport Commission

EXTERNAL
Dear Mayor and Council
Please reappoint Andrew Wilder to the airport commission.

He has done an exemplary job and has become extremely knowledgeable regarding airport operations, the FAA, airport staff and the community.

I believe if you asked the airport staff they would agree.

There are two very strong airport advocates seeking this appointment. They both have been insensitive to the will of the community and the direction of the past council decisions. One has business interests in aviation and the other wants to preserve the airport for personal use. I do not see how they could be helpful under the current circumstances.

As we head towards a closure of SMO Andrew is the reasoned mind needed to help make a smooth transition to the next use which I personally hope will be a Great Park.

Thank you for your consideration.

Regards,
Alan
Alan Levenson
www.alanlevenson.com
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From: Nikima Newsome
Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 4:08 PM
To: David Yakobson
Cc: Maria Dacanay-Wisner
Subject: FW: Recommendation Letter for Transient Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee Replacement
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Hi David,
I’m not sure if this appointment is included in the annuals or if it’s an unscheduled vacancy but this letter should be included with the packet when it gets agendized.

Thanks,
Nikima
Nikima S. Newsome, MPA/MMC
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From: Elaine Polachek <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 4:06 PM
To: Nikima Newsome <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Recommendation Letter for Transient Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee Replacement Here is the letter, Niki.

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From: Misti Kerns <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 11:57 AM
To: Elaine Polachek <[email protected]>
Subject: Recommendation Letter for Transient Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee Replacement

EXTERNAL
Good morning Elaine,
I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of our board and Chairman Younes Atallah, please find attached a letter recommending a replacement for the Transient Occupancy Tax Advisory Committee.

Thank you for your consideration. Have a great day.

Best regards,

Misti Kerns
President/CEO
Santa Monica Travel & Tourism
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