> ## 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: Mar 05, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-mar-05-2026/ - Published: 2026-03-05T19:32:25.000Z - Updated: 2026-03-05T19:32:25.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny. High 76F. Winds N at 10 to 20 mph. Today: ☀️ High 76° / Low 56° Tomorrow: ☀️ High 72° / Low 58° ### **First Up** ![Zoning](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/03/IMG_5935.jpg) The council hopes new rules will spur additional economic investment in the city. ### Santa Monica Council Unanimously Approves Sweeping Zoning Overhaul to Boost Business The City Council has approved a comprehensive package of zoning amendments designed to streamline permitting for businesses and try to encourage new investment...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-council-unanimously-approves-sweeping-zoning-overhaul-to-boost-business/) ### **Close to Home** [Rooftop Tesla Cybertruck catches fireThe Santa Monica Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on the rooftop of a parking structure near Olympic/Cloverfield on Wednesday afternoon. The investigation into the fire was ongoing at the time of publication but smoke and flames could be seen from several nearby buildings.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-319.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/fire.png)](https://www.smdp.com/rooftop-cyber-truck-catches-fire/) [Women-Owned Businesses Market at Santa Monica PlaceMakers Hive Market returns to Santa Monica Place March 8, featuring women-owned businesses in fashion, art, wellness and food for Women’s History Month.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-318.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Makers-Hive-Market_Courtesy-of-Santa-Monica-Place.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/women-owned-businesses-take-center-stage-at-makers-hive-market/) [Monarch Butterfly Documentary Screening at Peter Strauss RanchWatch ‘Western Monarch Butterflies: Protecting Our Pollinators’ at Peter Strauss Ranch Friday 5-7:30pm. $15 tickets support conservation efforts.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-317.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---event1Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/film-screening-to-spotlight-western-monarch-butterfly-conservation/) [Viola Floral Opens New Santa Monica Studio with EventViola Floral hosts open studio event March 5, 3:30-5:30pm at 916 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica. Features spring flowers, workshops, and new Viola Flower School launch.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-316.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---JJGalentine-138.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/viola-floral-opens-new-studio-with-community-event/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **In Case You Missed It** [Santa Monica Schools Weigh Artificial Turf Trade-offsSanta Monica-Malibu school district study finds artificial turf saves 20 million gallons of water annually but raises chemical exposure concerns.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-315.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/field.png)](https://www.smdp.com/new-study-lays-out-trade-offs-as-santa-monica-school-district-weighs-artificial-turf-decisions/) [Palisades Fire Recovery Becomes Test of CA LeadershipSan Jose Mayor Matt Mahan tours Pacific Palisades burn zone with Rick Caruso, discussing insurance barriers and infrastructure needs for California fire recovery.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-314.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---IMG_1288.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/palisades-recovery-becomes-a-test-of-leadership-insurance-and-accountability/) [Malibu Streamlines Rebuilding Process for Fire VictimsMalibu City Council votes 5-0 to streamline seawall variances for 320+ beachfront properties damaged in Palisades Fire, allowing faster rebuilding.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-313.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0355.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-takes-first-step-to-speed-rebuilding-for-palisades-fire-victims/) [CA Bill Aims to Strengthen Foster Care ProtectionsCalifornia Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduces AB 1967 to strengthen protections for youth in foster care ages 18-21 and require 21-day review of abuse reports.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-312.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Rick-Zbur.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/zbur-introduces-bill-to-strengthen-protections-for-youth-in-foster-care/) ### Events [ **NOMA Meeting Thursday, March 5th guest Assemblymember Richard Zbur** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/noma-meeting-thursday-march-5th-guest-assemblymember-richard-zbur/18266980/2026-03-05T19) Thu. Mar 5 7:00PM , Santa Monica [ **Dan Navarro** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dan-navarro/17941058/2026-03-07T20) McCabes Sat. Mar 7 8:00PM 3101 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Downtown Walking Tour** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/downtown-walking-tour/15830816/2026-03-07T10) Hosteling Intl. Sat. Mar 7 10:00AM 1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica [ **Craft Café & Supply Swap with Peo Vee** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/craft-caf-supply-swap-with-peo-vee/17776352/2026-03-08T14) Circular Library Sun. Mar 8 2:30PM 1221 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-03-08T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Mar 8 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Karaoke Mondays at The Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/karaoke-mondays-at-the-whaler/17408730/2026-03-09T00) 101 Broadway Mon. Mar 9 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **City Council Meeting** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/city-council-meeting/13799967/2026-03-10T17) Santa Monica City Hall Tue. Mar 10 5:30PM 1685 Main St., Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-03-10T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Mar 10 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/16952883/2026-03-11T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Mar 11 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/030526.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)