Dave White is leaving February of next year to go back to Berkeley. He would be the 3rd City Manager to resign in the past 5 years (including Lane).

https://www.santamonica.gov/press/2024/12/10/city-manager-david-white-announces-resignation

…. Wish me luck! An hour ago I almost got fully ran over again using the crosswalk.

To the city officials here: this intersection is an untapped goldmine for tickets.

https://www.broadcastify.com/webPlayer/38651

I'm a surfer and my manual key fob that fits within my toyota rav4 2019 smart key fell out in the water :(

Does anyone have a relatively affordable place to replace this key part in SM/LA? has this happened to anyone else? I've been quoted $150, which seems like a lot to replace a small key but maybe this is the going rate? Should I replace the part online and then just have the locksmith reshape it? Any advice or locksmith recommendations are much appreciated.

Much love and happy holidays everyone

This Thursday and next Thursday, come join Santa and others. Write a letter to Santa, get your gifts wrapped by a local Girl Scout troop, enjoy cocoa from The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, browse the holiday market. Dec 12 is pet photos day! 5:00 to 7:00 pm, between Santa Monica and Arizona on the Third Street Promenade.

If anyone has people asking them what they want for the holidays and they don’t want another ITEM in their homes, may I suggest the life-changing magic of delivery fluff and fold services.

For the first year of my son’s life, I used the (single) washer/dryer in my apartment complex’s courtyard. I was going up and down the stairs so much that I actually tore two tendons and sprained a ligament in my feet, to the point that I couldn’t leave my apartment or carry my son.

I asked my landlord if I could pay to have a washer/dryer installed. Or if I could use a portable washer. Both nos.

I tried reducing the trips up and down the stairs by taking my laundry to a local Laundrymat, but the parking was horrific and I was still on my feet for 2 hours. I tried using that company’s drop-off/pick-up service ($2.25/lb.) but again, could not find parking to drop it off/pick it up. (Also, I had 2 feet in braces and a toddler.) They told me I could call them and they would come out and grab my clothes from my car on drop-off and bring them out on pick-up, but only some employees were willing to help in that way, so that aspect was unreliable. They suggested I use their pick-up/delivery service instead, but that was $3.00/lb. (which adds up!) and I didn’t love the idea of paying more because they couldn’t help me out they way they said they could. (But I also get it, they are very busy there.)

Eventually, I found a company called Popwash that does fluff and fold with pickup and delivery for only $1.95/lb. This I can do.

Their website has a super easy interface and they usually pick up that day, depending on when you place your order. 24 hour turn-around.

I don’t think they sell gift certificates, but when my parents recently asked me what I wanted for the holidays, a lightbulb went off. I told them I’d don’t want anyTHING, but I’d be psyched to have some cash to put towards this service.

I have absolutely no affiliation with this company. I don’t even know who owns it. They have just made my life substantially better, for a reasonable price. So I want other people to know about it, too.

Hi happy Sunday to you all ! Am interested in buying a used Mercedes e class 2010, but I want to ran 1st a pre inspection with a mechanic that can give me valuable insight about it. I dont know any garage here yet, but if you do or if you were in a similar situation like me, your recommendation and advice will be much appreciated. I can give car details that can help.

Can anyone recommend a black car service? I need to find one to pick up my parents from LAX on Tuesday evening. Thanks in advance!

Hi all!

I'm 28F and recently moved to the Santa Monica area.
Like many of you it seems, have struggled to connect with others/make new friends. (Especially others who enjoy doing more than drinking, hiking, running, going to the gym... which are not exactly my idea of "fun.")

After reading several posts in this group expressing a similar dilemma, I decided to just go ahead and form something myself!

My idea of a fun weekend includes dinner out at a new/trendy restaurant (I also have a food/travel blog), hosting dinner parties, hanging out or playing board games at a coffee shop, going out for a cocktail, etc...

I'd love to start putting together a group and organizing weekend get-togethers.

Anyone interested?? :)

Clearly heard two loud bangs from 14th and Broadway area. I didn’t catch the time of the first, but the second was at 2:37am and was followed by the sound of a speeding car.

Fireworks? Gunshots? I’m finding it impossible to get back to sleep or find info online.

Hi all! I'm 28F and recently moved to the area from Orange County and like many of you it seems, have struggled to connect with others/make new friends. (Especially others who enjoy doing more than drinking, hiking, running, going to the gym... which are not exactly my idea of "fun.")

After reading several posts in this group expressing a similar dilemma, I decided to just go ahead and form something myself!

My idea of a fun weekend includes dinner out at a new/trendy restaurant (I also have a food/travel blog), hosting dinner parties, hanging out or playing board games at a coffee shop, going out for a cocktail, etc...

I'd love to start putting together a group and organizing weekend get-togethers.

Anyone interested?? If so, drop a comment and/or message me! :)

Family visit.. have mid size dog. Need ground floor. .. Santa Monica area

Any recommendations?

I’m thinking like a few pounds of tri-tip for the week.

Quality and cost are most important. I don’t mind driving out of SM or ordering ahead of time.

Both would make the chances of getting caught greater than today’s status quo. The data shows that fear of getting caught leads to reduced lawlessness.

https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/five-things-about-deterrence

Hi everyone. I’m in a pretty tough spot, I am in desperate need of a mechanic literally as soon as freaking possible. Yesterday the head gasket in my truck blew and I need to get it fixed without being ripped off asap. Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated. I have a dodge ram pickup truck, 2011

Does anyone want to take mine and my partner’s 5k ticket off our hands both for $20? It also costs $5 each ticket to transfer. We unfortunately can’t make it anymore and can’t refund. We paid $25 each plus fees

Hi everyone! Recently moved to town a few months ago (Wilshire-Montana) and finally settled down. Was hoping to join a casual soccer team or find someone/people to pass the ball around with. Haven’t played in a few years so hoping to start back up slowly and get back into shape. Let me know!

Hi guys, just had my bike stolen outside of The Now (2407 Main Street, down the street from urth and across from Jinya) between 4:35 and 5:20 PM. It’s a dark grey Actbest core ebike, pic attached. If anyone sees it lmk! I know retrieval rates are low, particularly here, but any advice would be appreciated, thank you.

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Cthulhu Christmas is the first in an immersive literature-based event series brought to you by Literati Events! 

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Would love to hear about your experiences! 💅

Staff originally brought forth the idea that a diverse group of residents should be selected to represent the diverse viewpoints of residents. The idea was to allow new voices and new perspectives to thrive in a meaningful way.

When staff brought this approach to the council for approval it was voted down by a vote of 4-3. Brock, de la Torre, Parra and Negrete were the no votes. They clearly stated that we should be listening to the voices of those who have dominated our discourse for years - people like Zina Josephs, Tricia Crane and Greg Morena. This was clearly an attempt to influence the outcome in favor of their small constituency.

The underlying information that has been collected is tainted. The first attempt at Clover Park led to bullying by the Airport to Park conservatives and failed to provide housing as an option - it had to written in. The second attempt to understand residents was to quietly offer a barcode survey which resulted in a survey by those who were paying attention - The Airport to Park NIMBY's.

How we get public input should be brought back before the council as SM would be better served by non-biased data.

Got another great show at Illusion Magic Lounge Thursday night! It's a really great hang before and after too, come through!

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The Good Gamer Group aka "Interpret LA" is looking for parents local to culver city or surrounding areas for an in person focus group.

There is a $300 per person incentive for participants ($600 total if your child attends as well.)

The ideal candidate is a parent who plays co-op games with their children. Think, It Takes Two, Mario Kart, Mario Odyssey, A Way Out, or other various co op games.

Use the following link to apply! If you're a good fit Ethan will call and schedule you.

Application Link!

The date for the focus group is Feb 6th. There are various times available.

I am a participant in this focus group and there is an incentive for me to refer people as well. The link is my personal link. I am not affiliated with Good Gamer Group or Interpret LA as an employee, I am a human person excited to participate in the focus group and make some money in the process for my child and I.

I'm in town tonight and debating between these 2 places. 5 course Tasting menu for Pasjoli sounds fun but the items seem kinda boring. Colopasta seems great and affordable but I fear missing out on something special at Pasjoli. Thanks!

Post doesn't just give the deets on the meeting, but also some notes on different groups rallying for different plans for the future Airport Park.