The following is a summation of what went on in Santa Monica City Council chambers during the Council’s Sept. 27 meeting, including a timeline, notable public comments and excerpts taken.
The Santa Monica City Council met in closed session from 5:45 p.m. until 6:54 p.m. 6:54 p.m.: The council listened to public comment regarding the consent calendar and discussed the minutes from the Sept. 13 meeting and the approval of the airport landing fees. 7:05 p.m.: The public presented concerns to the council regarding the “Opportunity and Challenges” report, the document which will guide city staff through the process of updating the general plan. The council incorporated the public’s comments and directed to staff to keep factors in mind as the process unfolds, particularly around policies that will limit development in the future. 10:50 p.m.: The council discussed items to continue to the next meeting, due to time constraints. Councilmembers also heard and approved policy adjustments to the Santa Monica beach parking lots for vendor use. 11:10 p.m.: The council discussed the need to address its policy toward small business owners, particularly as it relates to managing the allocation of public property. The council decided more discussion was needed and put off further discussion until a future date. 11:36 p.m.: The council heard public comment. 11:41 p.m.: The council adjourned the meeting.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on September 29, 2005. Read the original PDF.