> ## 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: Feb 17, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-feb-16-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-02-17T19:12:48.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-17T22:13:54.000Z - Author: Editor Showers this morning, becoming a steady rain during the afternoon hours. Today: 🌧️ High 59° / Low 47° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 58° / Low 43° ### **First Up** ![City Hall](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/02/COVER---City-Hall--New.JPG) Santa Monica City Hall, where the City Council voted to delay Mills Act review and align it with broader landmarks equity initiative ### Santa Monica Council Postpones Mills Act Review Despite Completed Study The Santa Monica City Council voted 5-2 to delay reviewing the city's Mills Act historic preservation tax program despite staff having already completed a consultant study..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-council-postpones-mills-act-review-despite-completed-study/) ### **Close to Home** [SMC Opens Spring Dance Series With Free Master ClassesSanta Monica College’s Dance Department will kick off its Spring 2026 Masters of Dance series Feb. 26, offering free master classes and workshops led by renowned dance professionals. The series features three sessions, beginning with wellness instructor Naomi Hutchinson, followed by Countertechnique expert Rosanna Tavarez in March, and concluding with![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-250.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---MOD-Tavarez.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-opens-spring-dance-series-with-free-master-classes/) [Malibu’s Spring 2026 Recreation Guide: Programs & Events AnnouncedMalibu’s Spring 2026 Recreation Guide features swim lessons, wellness workshops, birding, night hikes, and senior programs. Registration opens February 17 at MalibuCity.org/Register.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-249.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Malibu-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/citys-spring-recreation-guide-now-available/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [LA County’s Heat Plan Tackles 200+ Annual Heat-Related DeathsLos Angeles County’s new Heat Action Plan combats extreme temperatures that kill 200+ residents yearly, focusing on cooling outdoor spaces and protecting vulnerable communities.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-247.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Hilda-4.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-county-adopts-heat-action-plan-as-extreme-temperatures-kill-200-annually/) [Factory-built housing hasn’t taken off in California yet, but this year might be differentBy Ben Christopher, CalMatters. This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As the first home rolled off the factory floor in Kalamazoo, Michigan — “like a boxcar with picture windows,” according to a journalist on the scene — the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development proclaimed it![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-246.png)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/020726_FactoryHousing_JK_CM_02.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/factory-built-housing-hasnt-taken-off-in-california-yet-but-this-year-might-be-different/) [Santa Monica Artist’s Exhibition at The Upper West Supports Hunger ReliefSanta Monica artist Bobbie Rich’s ‘Earthly Delights’ solo exhibition opens Feb 22 at The Upper West restaurant, with 20% of sales benefiting Feeding America.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-245.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---unnwqeamed.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/artist-bobbie-rich-opens-third-solo-show-at-the-upper-west/) [Malibu Council Votes to Extend Business-Friendly Event RulesMalibu City Council directed the Planning Commission to extend Ordinance 526, which streamlined business event permits after the Palisades Fire, beyond May 2026.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-244.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Malibu.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-moves-to-extend-business-friendly-event-permits/) [Here’s how Newsom’s spending binge outstripped revenues, creating California’s chronic deficitBy Dan Walters, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. An array of charts buried in the fine print of the state budget, unknown to all but a few fiscal nerds, details what California has collected in revenues and spent over the last half-century.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-243.png)SMDPcalmatters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/021126_Newsom-PPH-Signing_MG_CM_21.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/heres-how-newsoms-spending-binge-outstripped-revenues-creating-californias-chronic-deficit/) ### Events [ **Food for Thought Book Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/food-for-thought-book-club/18045439/2026-02-17T11) Santa Monica College Tue. Feb 17 11:15AM 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **IMPROV 101: Intro to Improv (Tuesday Nights)** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/improv-101-intro-to-improv-tuesday-nights/17764629/2026-02-17T19) Tue. Feb 17 7:00PM 1424 4th Street, Santa Monica [ **Lunar New Year/New Moon Eclipse Sound Bath & Ceremony** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/lunar-new-yearnew-moon-eclipse-sound-bath-ceremony/17951040/2026-02-17T19) Tue. Feb 17 7:00PM 12401 Wilshire Blvd #101, Los Angeles, Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-02-17T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Feb 17 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Biz@Sunset Mixer** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bizsunset-mixer/16613817/2026-02-18T17) Lunetta Wed. Feb 18 5:00PM 2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-02-18T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Feb 18 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-19T08) Riviera Country Club Thu. Feb 19 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [ **The Genesis Invitational: Thursday Admission** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-genesis-invitational-thursday-admission/17408701/2026-02-19T07) The Riviera Country Club Thu. Feb 19 7:00AM 1250 Capri, Pacific Palisades [ **JBNZO** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/jbnzo/17932598/2026-02-19T21) Harvelle's Santa Monica Thu. Feb 19 9:30PM 1432 4th St,, Santa Monica [ **Genesis Invitational** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/genesis-invitational/17065577/2026-02-20T08) Riviera Country Club Fri. Feb 20 8:00AM 1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/021726.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)