> ## 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: Dec 24, 2025 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-dec-24-2025/ - Published: 2025-12-24T18:33:47.000Z - Updated: 2025-12-24T18:33:47.000Z - Author: Editor It's the day before Christmas and you know what that means? Crazed last-minute shoppers driving like Mad Max from store to store — and in the pouring rain, no less. Stay safe. 🏎️ 🚓 ☔ ### **Front & Center** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2025/12/image-4-1.png) ### Waymo beats Santa Monica to the courthouse with surprise lawsuit Autonomous vehicle company Waymo has filed a lawsuit against Santa Monica to block the city's demand to cease overnight operations at two Broadway charging facilities. The city cited resident complaints about noise and light, while Waymo argues its operations are permitted...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/waymo-beats-santa-monica-to-the-courthouse-with-surprise-lawsuit/) ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica’s 30-Year Bright Light Deal: $8M Annually for Digital SignsSanta Monica City Council unanimously approved installing 16 digital signs on the Promenade, each generating $500,000 annually despite concerns from Downtown Santa Monica Inc.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-38.png)SMDPDevan Sipher![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Billboard2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/may-your-days-be-merry-and-bright-but-mostly-bright/) [Malibu’s $50M PCH Safety Plan Tackles America’s Traffic CrisisMalibu is installing guardrails, sidewalks and bike lanes on PCH as a national report reveals 112 Americans die daily on roads, with most states receiving mediocre safety grades.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-37.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0267-9.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-tackles-pch-safety-as-national-report-reveals-traffic-crisis/) [Google Preserves Route 66 History With AI Ahead of CentennialGoogle has launched an interactive digital hub preserving Route 66 history using AI, showcasing 33 roadside attractions including Santa Monica’s endpoint.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-39.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---image.png)](https://www.smdp.com/google-launches-ai-powered-route-66-digital-archive-ahead-of-historic-highways-centennial/) [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2025/12/image-5.png)](https://www.wunderground.com/forecast/us/ca/santa-monica?ref=smdp.com) ### **In Case You Missed** [Santa Monica Appoints Darrick Jacob as First Internal Police Chief in 40 YearsDarrick Jacob has been appointed Santa Monica’s Police Chief after serving with SMPD since 2004\. He is the first internal candidate selected for the role in over 40 years.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-36.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Chief-DJ-CLass-A.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/darrick-jacob-appointed-as-santa-monica-chief-of-police/) [Pacific Palisades Developer Plans LA Breakaway After WildfireDeveloper Elaine Culotti is leading a Pacific Palisades secession movement from Los Angeles after the city’s poor response to wildfire debris removal and recovery efforts.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-32.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image1.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/from-ashes-to-action-elaine-culottis-plan-for-the-palisades-to-rebuild-and-break-away-from-los-angeles/) [Santa Monica Approves Digital Billboards That Could Generate MillionsSanta Monica City Council voted 6-0 to establish a digital billboard district along the Third Street Promenade that could generate $3.5-7 million annually for downtown revitalization.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-34.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/signage-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-approves-digital-billboard-district-on-third-street-promenade/) ### **Events** [ **Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/live-music-fridays-at-the-surfing-fox/14385252/2025-12-26T18) 120 Colorado Ave Fri. Dec 26 6:00PM CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more, Santa Monica [ **Beginner Reformer Pilates at Good Body Pilates Studio** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/beginner-reformer-pilates-at-good-body-pilates-studio/16094481/2025-12-27T10) Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica Sat. Dec 27 10:00AM Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2025-12-27T08) Beach lot 5 South Sat. Dec 27 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **Yarniacs of Mar Vista** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/yarniacs-of-mar-vista/15607065/2025-12-27T11) Mar Vista Branch Library Sat. Dec 27 11:00AM 12006 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles [ **Santa Monica Airport Antique Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/santa-monica-airport-antique-market/15831601/2025-12-28T08) Santa Monica Airport Sun. Dec 28 8:00AM 2800-3200 Airport Ave, 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/14970341/2025-12-28T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Dec 28 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2025-12-30T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Dec 30 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Tech & Tasks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tech-tasks/16225799/2025-12-30T16) Pico Branch Library Tue. Dec 30 4:00PM 2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica [ **Tuesday Open Mic** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tuesday-open-mic/16004734/2025-12-30T22) Westside Comedy Theater Tue. Dec 30 10:00PM 1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica