> ## 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: Jan 20, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-jan-19-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-01-20T19:08:49.000Z - Updated: 2026-01-20T19:08:49.000Z - Author: Editor Today: 🌤️ High 70° / Low 51° Tomorrow: ☁️ High 62° / Low 53° ### **First Up** ![palisades residents](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/01/d2abd417-fd44-482a-8d30-c1a34753bbfb_1341x731.jpeg) Pacific Palisades residents gather at the rebuilt bocce courts in Veterans Gardens, finding community connection one year after devastating fires. ### A Game of Connection: How Jimmy Dunne’s Bocce League Became a Palisadian Tradition One year after fire altered Pacific Palisades, Jimmy Dunne's bocce league has become more than a game—it's a community anchor....[READ](https://www.smdp.com/a-game-of-connection-how-jimmy-dunnes-bocce-league-became-a-palisadian-tradition/) ### **Close to Home** [LA County Makes Budget Process More Transparent for ResidentsLos Angeles County Supervisors approved reforms to make budget hearings more transparent and accessible to residents, with changes taking effect for fiscal year 2026-27.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-130.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---LA-County-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/supervisors-try-to-make-their-arcane-budget-process-easier-to-understand/) [Malibu Extends PCH Emergency After 23 Deaths in Recent YearsMalibu City Council extended PCH emergency declaration, rejected bids for Encinal Canyon storm drain repairs, and ended a fire emergency as conditions improved.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-128.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/050313-_-EDU-malibu-seperates.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-extends-pch-emergency-rejects-storm-drain-bids-ends-fire-declaration/) [Malibu PCH Road Closures Continue Through Jan 25 - Route DetailsCaltrans and SCE crews will maintain lane closures on PCH and Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Malibu through January 25 for emergency repairs and construction.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-131.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image001-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/caltrans-announces-ongoing-road-closures-on-pch-topanga-canyon-boulevard/) [Newsom’s Final California Budget Faces Political & Financial HurdlesGovernor Newsom’s $349 billion California budget proposal faces revenue uncertainty, chronic deficits, and political challenges in his final year as governor.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-132.png)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/010926-Budget-Presentation-FG-CM-01.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/newsoms-final-budget-faces-a-litany-of-political-and-financial-challenges/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Rams Survive Williams’ Wild TD Pass, Beat Bears 20-17 in OTThe LA Rams defeated the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime after Harrison Mevis kicked a 42-yard field goal, sending them to the NFC championship against Seattle.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-127.png)SMDPEditor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Stafford-victory-pose.png)](https://www.smdp.com/rams-shake-off-wild-late-td-pass-by-caleb-williams-beat-bears-20-17-in-ot-to-reach-nfc-title-game/) [No Ocean Safety Standards Year After LA Wildfires | Santa MonicaHeal the Bay says Santa Monica beaches still lack clear ocean safety protocols one year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, with no standardized testing for wildfire contaminants.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-124.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/9L4A8944-1-1.jpg.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/clear-ocean-safety-standards-still-lag-one-year-after-la-wildfires/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184438/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184438/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### Events [ **Books & Bagels - Venice Library Book Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/books-bagels-venice-library-book-club/14548474/2026-01-20T12) Venice Branch Library Tue. Jan 20 12:30PM 501 S Venice Blvd., Venice [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-01-20T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Jan 20 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Tech & Tasks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tech-tasks/16225799/2026-01-20T16) Pico Branch Library Tue. Jan 20 4:00PM 2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2026-01-21T08) Beach lot 5 South Wed. Jan 21 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/live-music-fridays-at-the-surfing-fox/14385252/2026-01-23T18) 120 Colorado Ave Fri. Jan 23 6:00PM CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more, Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2026-01-23T08) Beach lot 5 South Fri. Jan 23 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **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/16094481/2026-01-24T10) Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica Sat. Jan 24 10:00AM Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica [ **Santa Monica Airport Antique Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/santa-monica-airport-antique-market/15831601/2026-01-25T08) Santa Monica Airport Sun. Jan 25 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/14970341/2026-01-25T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Jan 25 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/012026.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)