Two weeks ago, we reached out for your support in helping to save the Landmarks Commission. The impact of the global health crisis on our City and its historic preservation program has resulted in a restructured budget. It prioritizes essential … more
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In response to the anticipated $224 million deficit in the City budget over the next two years, Santa Monica City Council has approved plans that include suspension of the Landmarks Commission. See the full press release here. Stand with the … more
Landmarks Commission Report
March 1, 2020
by Ruthann Lehrer and Carol Lemlein, Advocacy Co-Chairs The Landmarks Commission voted, in November 2019, to designate the residence at 1531 Georgina Avenue as a landmark. Built in 1942, it is one of two known residences in Santa Monica designed … more
Landmarks Commission Report
December 8, 2019
by Ruthann Lehrer and Carol Lemlein, Advocacy Co-Chairs The Landmarks Commission reviewed five Mills Act Contract submissions in August and recommended them to City Council for adoption. The Mills Act is a state law that enables cities to enter into … more
Council Denies Appeal of Woodacres Designation
August 15, 2019
On August 13, Santa Monica City Council upheld the Landmark Commission designation of the John Parkinson residence at 808 Woodacres Road by a vote of 6-0 with one member absent. Speakers supporting the designation included Stephen Gee, author of a … more