By John Imhoff III Santa Monica
Jack Caruso gave an extensive interview (SMDP, Aug. 7, page 1) in which he outlined the many factors that contributed to his decision to close the family business. He cited fashion trends, economics, rent and numerous acts of government.
Yet the interview is used by City Councilman Kevin McKeown as an opportunity solely to attack commercial landlords.
No surprise here, but if Kevin was so concerned about preserving local business, why did he allow the PRC to evict the Boathouse in favor of Bubba Gump? Why does he continue to support the homeless invasion? Why did he back all of the congestion-enhancing “traffic calming” and increased parking fees and fines?
Some spin control, please. Do not allow the SMRR rhetoric to go unchallenged.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on August 9, 2003. Read the original PDF.