City of Santa Monica
Coverage of City of Santa Monica in the Nexus archive.
- Unsafe water warning issued for one of America’s most visited beach destinations
Santa Monica Pier in California has been ranked as the second most polluted beach in the U.S. for the second consecutive year due to fecal pollution, urban runoff, and sewage spills. Despite infrastructure upgrades like stormwater systems, bacteria levels remain elevated, prompting public health advisories. Heal the Bay highlights the need for sustained investment to address chronic pollution.
- Santa Monica Pier area among the dirtiest beaches for 10th year in a row in Beach Report Card
The Santa Monica Pier area has been ranked as one of the dirtiest beaches for the 10th year in a row according to the Beach Report Card. Heal the Bay and the city of Santa Monica are collaborating to investigate and find solutions for the pier's poor water quality. The partnership aims to address the ongoing issue.
- Santa Monica to ticket drivers blocking bike lanes
Santa Monica is launching an automated enforcement program to ticket drivers who block bike lanes, with a $93 fine. The program started a 60-day warning period on May 1 using cameras on parking enforcement vehicles. Drivers who stop or park in bike lanes will receive tickets in the mail.