> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.smdp.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Newsletter: Apr 20, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-20-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-20T18:50:38.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-20T18:50:38.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny to partly cloudy. High 67F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 67° / Low 53° Tomorrow: 🌧️ High 66° / Low 51° ### **First Up** ![City Manager](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/IMG_6798.JPEG) Michelle Edgar ## Malibu officials, experts confront recovery's true challenge: the money Standing at Pepperdine University with a scorched coastline at his back, Malibu's newly appointed City Manager Joe Irvin.. [READ](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-officials-experts-confront-recoverys-true-challenge-the-money/) ### **Close to Home** [Malibu Adopts Major Wildfire Safety Plan UpdateMalibu City Council unanimously adopted an updated Safety Element on Monday, replacing a 1995 plan and qualifying the city for CAL FIRE grants and potential insurance relief.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1200/2026/04/COVER---malibu.png)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-adopts-long-overdue-safety-plan-to-improve-wildfire-protections-qualify-for-state-grants/) [Santa Monica Rent Control Board Eyes November Ballot MeasuresSanta Monica Rent Control Board unanimously voted to advance four proposed amendments to the city’s rent control charter toward a public hearing, with measures on tenant protections and fee adjustments potentially heading to November ballot.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Untitled-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-rent-control-board-eyes-ballot-measures-on-tenant-protections-fees/) [Santa Monica’s Community Gardens Turn 50Santa Monica celebrated 50 years of community gardens on April 14 at City Hall with an Earth Month reception featuring local art, refreshments, and community members.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_1412.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-marks-50-years-of-community-gardens/) [Venice Beach Half Marathon Returns May 17Venice Beach Half Marathon & 5K returns May 17, 2026 with 5,000+ participants. Half marathon, 5K, and kids events on Ocean Front Walk and Venice Boulevard.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Cover---SCS_5857.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/venice-beach-half-marathon-returns-may-17-with-more-than-5-000-expected-participants/) [Irish Contemporary Art Comes to LA This MayThe Irish Contemporaries {V} exhibition features contemporary Irish artists at 18th Street Arts Center in Santa Monica (May 15-June 6) and Angels Gate Cultural Center in San Pedro (May 16-June 6).![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Irish-Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/irish-contemporary-art-exhibition-to-span-two-l-a-venues-this-spring/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Free Fire Service Day Open House in Santa MonicaSanta Monica Fire Department hosts free Fire Service Day on May 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Fire Station 1\. Meet firefighters, explore equipment, learn CPR, and see fire engines.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-04-10-040929.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-fire-department-to-hold-open-house-may-9-at-fire-station-1/) [Los Angeles County District Attorney Calls for Passage of AB 2727 to Limit Elder Parole for Violent Sex OffendersLos Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has announced support for state Assembly Bill 2727, bipartisan legislation that would restrict elder parole for violent sex offenders and require all sex offenders granted parole to be screened under the Sexually Violent Predator Act before release. The bill was authored by Assemblymember![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DA-Hochman-Official-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/los-angeles-county-district-attorney-calls-for-passage-of-ab-2727-to-limit-elder-parole-for-violent-sex-offenders/) [San Diego Padres are nearing a whopping sale to partner of Santa Monica-based Clearlake Capital, AP source saysThe family of late San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler is nearing a sale of the team, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Padres aren’t commenting publicly on the process. The Wall Street Journal![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Padres.png)](https://www.smdp.com/san-diego-padres-are-nearing-a-whopping-sale-to-santa-monica-resident-ap-source-says/) [California Democrats can’t decide on a governor. Don’t count on Newsom or Pelosi for helpBy Maya C. Miller, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Democrats are searching for a hero to save them in the California governor’s race. So far, no one in party leadership has come to the rescue. Despite Rep. Eric Swalwell’s exit![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/041426_Gov-Candidate-Forum_FG_CM_10.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/california-democrats-cant-decide-on-a-governor-dont-count-on-newsom-or-pelosi-for-help/) [Cities scramble to comply with or fight major state housing lawBy Ben Christopher, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For California’s local governments hoping to have some say over where and how large apartment buildings get packed near major transit stops, it’s crunch time. Last fall, state lawmakers made it legal![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/071624_LA-Metro-Officers_ZS_CM_06.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/cities-scramble-to-comply-with-or-fight-major-state-housing-law/) ### Events [ **Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/commission-on-sustainability-environmental-justice-and-the-environment/13766366/2026-04-20T19) Civic Center Parking Structure Mon. Apr 20 7:00PM 333 Civic Center Dr, Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-04-21T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Apr 21 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-04-22T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Apr 22 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **Bundy Triangle Night Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bundy-triangle-night-market/18490079/2026-04-24T17) Bundy Triangle Fri. Apr 24 5:00PM 1500 S Bundy Drive, Los Angeles [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-04-25T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Apr 25 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-04-26T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Apr 26 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [Read our latest print edition](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/042026.pdf?ref=smdp.com)