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Public commenters urge preservation of Santa Monica Airport, express neighborhood concerns about homelessness and ask city support for local events

Santa Monica City Council · March 25, 2026
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Summary

At public comment, residents defended the Santa Monica Airport as an emergency and historic asset, neighbors urged limits on concentration of homeless services in Pico, and community members sought city support for local events and enforcement on noise and public‑space maintenance.

A broad set of public commenters raised multiple issues during the general public‑comment period.

Several speakers, including long‑time residents, urged the council to retain the Santa Monica Airport for emergency access, historic value and local recreation. Alan Glick said the airport provides safety for disaster response…

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