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Monday, September 30, 2024 5:00 PM

Prop 36 News Conference

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock, left, listens to a Venice resident after attending a coalition of Los Angeles area leaders and officials announcing their support for Proposition 36 on the November ballot at a news conference in the Venice district of Los Angeles, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.


Saturday, September 28, 2024 2:38 PM

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock greets the crowd at "Hacking the Timeline".

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock greets the crowd at Santa Monica College Center for Media & Design, in Santa Monica, Calif., on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, for the Robert Berman Gallery presentation, Hacking the Timeline. A panel discussion with experts on the study and presentation of contemporary art regarding issues involved with cataloging the diverse history of digital media and Electronic Arts. (Jake Crandall | The Corsair)


Thursday, September 26, 2024 3:08 PM

Santa Monica Observer Endorses the Safety Slate for City Council: Phil Brock, Oscar de la Torre, John Putnam, and Dr. Vivian Roknian

Santa Monica Observer Endorses the Safety Slate for City Council: Phil Brock, Oscar de la Torre, John Putnam, and Dr. Vivian Roknian


Tuesday, September 24, 2024 3:03 PM

Huge donations kickstart the final month of campaigning for local office

Huge donations kickstart the final month of campaigning for local office


Monday, September 23, 2024 3:06 PM

The Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City (SMCLC) endorses Phil Brock

The Santa Monica Coalition for a Livable City (SMCLC) endorses Phil Brock


Monday, September 23, 2024 2:59 PM

Santa Monica Police Officers Association for a Better Community Endorses Phil Brock

Santa Monica Police Officers Association for a Better Community Endorses Phil Brock


Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM

Hochman picks up pair of endorsements from Councilmembers

Mayor Brock adds his endorsement to District Attorney race


Wednesday, September 18, 2024 3:23 PM

Santa Monica Democratic Club, A Clueless Group Supporting a Clueless SMMR Slate

Vote for the Change Slate: Oscar de la Torre, Vivian Roknian, Phil Brock, and John Putnam. This will give the council enough votes to truly change direction. Enough is enough of SMRR, and their SMDC enablers who continue to ignore reality.


Wednesday, September 18, 2024 3:00 PM

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock Endorses Nathan Hochman for Los Angeles County District Attorney

 “As the Mayor of Santa Monica, I see the failures of the current district attorney on my streets every day,” Mayor Brock said. “We must demand accountability from those who choose to break the law, and Nathan Hochman is the person best qualified to protect our residents from harm. I believe that Mr. Hochman will empower the District Attorney's Office to effectively bring justice that is compassionate and effective in enforcing the laws of our county. I am wholeheartedly supporting Nathan Hochman for Los Angeles County District Attorney to bring safety and justice to our city and county.” 


Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM

Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce

Santa Monica City Council votes to adjust the city's camping ordinance

 


Thursday, September 12, 2024 3:20 PM

Council Bans Sleeping Items in Anti-Camping Law

Mayor Phil Brock concluded, "Our residents are beyond frustrated," he said. "They're fearful of their own city."


Thursday, September 12, 2024 9:00 AM

City Council tightens anti-camping law

“I look at our residents who are calling me, emailing me when I go in person to see people, they’re frustrated as hell because there are people in their alleys, on their streets and and for whatever reason, whether you could say it’s unjustified or not, they’re fearful of their own city,” he said. “They’re fearful of a place where they came because we had the best climate for them. We had palm trees and a beautiful ocean and great parks, and now they’re afraid to use them. I think we have to have that part of the discussion too. It doesn’t have to be tonight, but that part of the discussion has to be had. How do we have compassion for our residents? How do we have compassion for the small businesses in our city who are afraid to open their damn doors, who have to put buzzers in, who have to have security guards at the entrance of restaurants. This is unprecedented.”


Tuesday, September 10, 2024 3:48 PM

Santa Monica could ban sleeping bags, bedrolls in public areas in crackdown on camping

Santa Monica could ban sleeping bags, bedrolls in public areas in crackdown on camping


Tuesday, September 10, 2024 2:49 PM

Public safety issues dominate City Council candidate forum

Public safety issues dominate City Council candidate forum


Tuesday, September 10, 2024 2:46 PM

Candidate Forum Highlights Deep Divisions

Candidate Forum Highlights Deep Divisions


Monday, September 9, 2024 2:22 PM

My Agenda for Hope: Overcoming Santa Monica’s Crisis of Spirit

I see and feel a crisis of spirit in the air — a breakdown in order and safety that will continue to spiral out of control as crime, mental illness, and addiction remain untreated. Our resources can only respond to the surface of the problem. Still, because of the political attention this crisis has caused, I know this is our moment to act—because Santa Monica deserves nothing less.


Monday, September 9, 2024 2:17 PM

Santa Monica’s Next City Council (SMart Endorsement)

SMart Group endorsement! Re-elect Phil Brock to the Santa Monica City Council


Friday, September 6, 2024 6:33 PM

The Blue Wave Democratic Club officially supports the candidacy of Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock

The Blue Wave Democratic Club proudly supports moderate, pragmatic Democrats across LA County and now officially support the candidacies of:

  • Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock
  • Santa Monica Councilmember Oscar de la Torre
  • Dr. Vivian Roknian
  • Rent Control Board Chairwomen Ericka Lesley


Tuesday, September 3, 2024 3:15 PM

Stop Pretending Long-failed Remedies Will Work

Towards a safer Santa Monica...


Monday, September 2, 2024 3:35 PM

Disappointed by Public Safety, Democrats for a Safer Santa Monica Announces a City Council Slate

The coalition is proud to support a slate of four candidates who embody the vision and determination needed to restore Santa Monica's safety and prosperity. The four candidates are: 1) Dr. Vivian Roknian, a long-time resident, oral surgeon, small business owner, and parent; 2) John Putnam, a 30-year resident, a small business owner and parent; 3) Incumbent Mayor Phil Brock and 4) Incumbent Councilmember Oscar de la Torre. Their SLATE is "Democrats for a Safer Santa Monica".

 


Friday, August 30, 2024 3:22 PM

City to continue push for local control over needle distribution program

City to continue push for local control over needle distribution program


Friday, August 30, 2024 12:06 PM

Metro TAP-to-Exit pilot starting at Downtown station

Metro TAP-to-Exit pilot starting at Downtown station


Friday, August 30, 2024 12:02 PM

Santa Monica considers homeless ban to prohibit pillows and blankets outdoors

Santa Monica considers homeless ban to prohibit pillows and blankets outdoors


Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:04 PM

New Coalition Endorses Council Slate

New Coalition Endorses Council Slate


Wednesday, August 28, 2024 5:54 PM

Santa Monica considers homeless ban to prohibit pillows and blankets outdoors

Santa Monica considers homeless ban to prohibit pillows and blankets outdoors


Wednesday, August 28, 2024 3:22 PM

‘It’s nothing draconian’ Santa Monica’s mayor says of proposed homeless crackdown

‘It’s nothing draconian’ Santa Monica’s mayor says of proposed homeless crackdown


Wednesday, August 28, 2024 3:22 PM

Police and fire unions endorse incumbents

Police and fire unions endorse incumbents


Wednesday, August 28, 2024 1:46 PM

Public Safety Unions Deal Blow to Establishment Slate, endorse Mayor Phil Brock!

Public Safety Unions Deal Blow to Establishment Slate, endorse Mayor Phil Brock for re-election!


Wednesday, August 28, 2024 1:42 PM

Fire and Police endorse incumbent Mayor Phil Brock for re-election.

Mayor Phil Brock endorsed for re-election to the Santa Monica City Coucnil by both Fire and Police!


Monday, August 26, 2024 6:06 PM

California Mayor Just Confirmed What Everyone Has Been Saying All Along

An article from Green Building Elements.com on Downtown Santa Monica. California Mayor Just Confirmed What Everyone Knew All Along


Tuesday, August 20, 2024 3:00 PM

A City at a Crossroads: The Choice for Santa Monica’s Future

A City at a Crossroads: The Choice for Santa Monica’s Future


Thursday, August 15, 2024 2:57 PM

Council race takes shape with 11 individuals filing for four seats

Council race takes shape with 11 individuals filing for four seats


Wednesday, August 14, 2024 2:59 PM

Council Ballot Shortened by Filing Deadline

Council Ballot Shortened by Filing Deadline


Wednesday, August 14, 2024 11:01 AM

Why a tough-on-crime initiative is splitting California’s Democrats

Why a tough-on-crime initiative is splitting California’s Democrats


Monday, August 12, 2024 2:49 PM

Council Ballot Expands as 4 Candidates Qualify on Monday

Council Ballot Expands as 4 Candidates Qualify on Monday


Friday, August 9, 2024 2:48 PM

Parra Pulls Out of Council Race

Parra Pulls Out of Council Race


Friday, August 9, 2024 2:41 PM

Councilmember Christine Parra will not seek re-election, cites family priorities

Councilmember Christine Parra will not seek re-election, cites family priorities


Friday, August 9, 2024 2:38 PM

A Personal Decision -- Councilmember Christine Parra's Full Statement on Not Seeking Re-Election

A Personal Decision -- Councilmember Christine Parra's Full Statement on Not Seeking Re-Election


Wednesday, August 7, 2024 2:34 PM

Council Candidates Begin Returning Qualifying Petitions

Council Candidates Begin Returning Qualifying Petitions


Monday, August 5, 2024 2:31 PM

Monthly Poll Finds Support for Law-and-Order Candidates

Monthly Poll Finds Support for Law-and-Order Candidates


Tuesday, July 30, 2024 4:00 PM

Parra's Candidacy Alters Council Race

Parra's Candidacy Alters Council Race


Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:04 PM

Incumbents declare intent to run again

Incumbents declare intent to run again


Monday, July 29, 2024 2:23 PM

Three Change Incumbents to Run in November

Three Change Incumbents to Run in November


Friday, July 26, 2024 7:46 AM

How Newsom's executive order on homeless encampments impacts Santa Monica

How Newsom's executive order on homeless encampments impacts Santa Monica


Friday, July 19, 2024 4:01 PM

Housing Element becomes hot topic at local leader gathering

Housing Element becomes hot topic at local leader gathering


Sunday, June 30, 2024 12:24 PM

Rash of violence in Santa Monica is a cause for concern by city officials

Rash of violence in Santa Monica is a cause for concern by city officials


Tuesday, April 30, 2024 12:00 AM

Mayor Karen Bass and Mayor Phil Brock Converge on D.C. to Tackle Homelessness Crisis

Mayor Karen Bass and Mayor Phil Brock Converge on D.C. to Tackle Homelessness Crisis


Wednesday, April 24, 2024 3:34 PM

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock honored at annual charity celebration

Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock honored at annual charity celebration


Thursday, March 7, 2024 4:34 PM

Celebrating Progress: City officials discuss 2023 wins and plans going forward

Celebrating Progress: City officials discuss 2023 wins and plans going forward


Monday, March 4, 2024 4:27 PM

Thriving city ‘shines once again’ while leaders focus on top issues

Thriving city ‘shines once again’ while leaders focus on top issues


Friday, March 1, 2024 3:19 PM

2024 State of the City: Speech by Mayor Phil Brock

2024 State of the City: Speech by Mayor Phil Brock


Thursday, December 14, 2023 4:41 PM

Phil Brock assumes mayoralty of Santa Monica, pledging focus on safety and quality of life

Phil Brock assumes mayoralty of Santa Monica, pledging focus on safety and quality of life


Thursday, December 14, 2023 12:00 AM

New Leadership: Santa Monica welcomes Mayor Phil Brock

New Leadership: Santa Monica welcomes Mayor Phil Brock


Wednesday, December 13, 2023 4:32 PM

Local’s Night at the Pier will include Mayoral handover ceremony

Local’s Night at the Pier will include Mayoral handover ceremony


Wednesday, December 13, 2023 12:00 AM

Opinion: Mayor Phil Brock

Opinion: Mayor Phil Brock


Tuesday, December 12, 2023 3:30 PM

Navigating New Horizons: An In-Depth Interview with Santa Monica’s Mayor Phil Brock


Wednesday, November 11, 2020 10:24 AM

Residents Win in 2020, Not Big Money!

Phil Brock, native son and popular local reporter about town, used his name recognition and hometown knowledge to get the most votes. Christine Parra, head of emergency services in Culver City, won with the support of the Santa Monica Firefighters. Oscar de la Torre, a school board member, won with support of parents and former Santa Monica Mayor Bobby Shriver.


Friday, November 6, 2020 7:11 PM

Santa Monica Voters Usher in New Era

Santa Monica residents who care about our residents will now be seated at the table of power! Congratulations to my running mates, Oscar de la Torre and Christine Parra.


Friday, November 6, 2020 7:07 PM

Change Slate is Elected!

Phil Brock continues to lead all challengers as vote totals trickle in. He is elected!


Thursday, November 5, 2020 7:13 PM

Brock stays ahead in count!

Ahead after Thursday vote tally, Brock says "Residents now have a seat at the table."


Thursday, November 5, 2020 9:00 AM

Challengers poised to upend political establishment

Challengers continue to lead incumbents!


Wednesday, November 4, 2020 6:52 PM

Still Breathing (election results update)

I have been fielding everyone's well wishes and congratulations all day. I am humbled that so many have shown your confidence in my campaign for change by casting your ballot to return control of our city council to our residents, rather than developers. As of 4:45 PM November 4th, I maintain a narrow lead over the other candidates. I want to caution everyone that there are more ballots to be counted and the results may change. It has been indicated by the City Clerk that we may have a final vote count by Friday afternoon. 

The Santa Monica City Clerk has issued the following update. 

 "I am providing you the current information I have received from the County after this afternoon’s canvass.  The most recent results can be viewed at www.smvote.org  as well.

 

                                                                           Ballots counted today                          Total ballots counted

City Council (both 4 and 2 year terms)                         2,393                                                        47,000

 Here is Statement of Votes Cast is now posted on lavote.net website. Here is the direct link: https://lavote.net/docs/rrcc/svc/4193_SVC_Precinct_ZBC.pdf?v=3.

 

  • All precincts are reporting.
  • Current voter registration 71,970 citywide, 83,873 vote registration for SMMUSD, and 83,804 for SMCC
  • LARR/CC will send us the list remaining vote by mail provisionals tomorrow. Canvas still set for Friday."


Wednesday, November 4, 2020 6:00 PM

Council Field Holds Steady

Council field holds steady. Brock continues to lead!


Wednesday, November 4, 2020 5:00 PM

Change Slate Maintains Lead

Change Slate Maintains Lead.


Friday, October 23, 2020 10:19 PM

Santa Monica Mirror City Council Endorsements. It’s Time for a Change!

The Santa Monica Mirror issued a strong endorsement this morning for this team of four eminently qualified candidates for Santa Monica City Council. The Mirror endorses 𝑷𝒉𝒊𝒍 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒌, 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒓𝒂, 𝑶𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒓 𝒅𝒆 𝒍𝒂 𝑻𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒐 𝑭𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂-𝑩𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒊 for the four open four-year seats on our City Council.

As a lifelong Santa Monica resident and editor of the Mirror, I am endorsing Phil Brock for Santa Monica City Council because the city needs new local perspectives and deeply invested members of the community willing to deviate from city staff policy recommendations. Groupthink–making decisions in a way that discourages difference–is not how government should be run and generally does not lead to the best decisions. This is why I am voting for Phil Brock. He is a lifelong Santa Monica resident who will be willing to vote against the status quo if the matter before them is not in the best interest of their constituents.



Friday, October 23, 2020 10:17 PM

The Internet Must Become a Public Utility

After months of being stuck at home, many Americans know full well that there are three things they can’t live without. Two of them are power and water. The third, I’m sure, will be obvious to all. Internet access.



Sunday, October 18, 2020 8:47 AM

Santa Monica Observer Endorsement

The Santa Monica Observer wrote a strong endorsement of my campaign for Santa Monica City Council this week. Read it here: 


Tuesday, October 13, 2020 7:58 PM

Spurious Charges Against Santa Monica City Council Candidate Phil Brock

Here is my statement on this bogus charge. This is the third "hit" piece against me in eight days. Obviously the opposition is worried and unable to discuss policies that will help the residents of Santa Monica. Instead, they go after me, my significant other, and my mother. Disgraceful!

Once again, Joel Koury has filed a baseless complaint against me. Mr. Koury falsely alleges that I have failed to properly register my business with the City and that I am illegally utilizing a rent-controlled apartment. There is no basis for these complaints.

My 92-year-old mother owns the apartment building on 12th Street. She inherited this building from her mother, my grandmother. My mother has lived at this location for almost 75 years. I am at my apartment at the building daily – in part to care for my mother and in part to attend to my business which I conduct there. I pay rent to my mother for the apartment and have always done so.

My business, Studio Talent Group, has been licensed (#089332) by the City of Santa Monica as operating at this location for more than 20 years. I began using an apartment in my family’s building when the apartment was vacant, so no tenant was displaced when I occupied the apartment for my own use. My business operates largely as a home office, consistent with laws governing such use in residential areas.

Mr. Koury also appears suspicious of the number of Phil Brock for Council signs at this location. Mr. Koury will have to take this issue up with my mother, who has them posted in her window.


Friday, October 2, 2020 8:23 AM

Loa Angeles Architects Imagine Homeless Housing Solutions

Los Angeles Magazine asked top local architects for bold solutions to L.A.’s homeless crisis. Here’s what they came up with.

 


Thursday, October 1, 2020 8:28 PM

Let's Fight This Battle Together!

This is my contract with each of you as I seek to become your Santa Monica City Council Person. Take a few minutes, read my pledge, and then volunteer, contribute, display a lawn sign, and above all VOTE!


Sunday, September 27, 2020 8:33 AM

The Santa Monica Conservancy Candidate Questions and Answers

The Santa Monica Conservancy posed three questions to City Council candidates. Here are the answers.


Saturday, September 26, 2020 11:00 PM

Anti-Semitic Caricature Used by Opponents of Michael Dell

There was an “attack” ad featuring a caricature  of Michael Dell, owner of the Fairmont Miramar Hotel,  in the Santa Monica Daily Press on Saturday, September 26th. It was placed by an anti Miramar Hotel group. I have seen the disgusting and reprehensible antisemitic image used in the hit piece and am utterly repelled by the tactics being used here. I oppose the Miramar Hotel project as currently configured (but am not opposed to a sensible remodel) but no matter one’s position on the project, Santa Monica cannot be the venue for such public bigotry, and this has no place in our public (or private) discussions.  

I join California State Assembly Member Richard Bloom’s call for the backers of this ad to disavow it.


Friday, September 25, 2020 8:38 AM

City Council Incumbents Lead Campaign Contributions

Phil Brock has raised the most money out of any challenger with $14,425 in campaign donations. He is running on an anti-incumbent “change” slate for City Council.


Wednesday, September 23, 2020 9:00 PM

League of Women Voters Candidate Forum

The League of Women Voters of Santa Monica held a candidate forum on Wednesday, September 23rd via Zoom. Here's the video.


Wednesday, September 16, 2020 7:47 PM

America Needs Faster Internet and Santa Monica Needs Its Own Broadband Utility

Santa Monica is not rural but many students and seniors do not have affordable access to Broadband service in our town.


Wednesday, September 16, 2020 3:11 PM

The pandemic is transforming how Americans use public libraries, parks, and streets — and it's depriving vulnerable people of space when they need it

Pandemics and concerns about health have a long history of shaping cities, particularly outdoor spaces like parks

 


Wednesday, September 16, 2020 8:11 AM

Daylight Saving Time Should Be Permanent. The Pandemic Shows Us Why

COVID-19 maintains a stranglehold on American life, ensuring that fall 2020 will be anything but normal. Pandemic restrictions have left our nation grappling with a severe economic recession alongside a growing mental health crisis. While there’s no panacea for these problems, one simple step by Congress could help alleviate the pain: Passing federal legislation to make daylight saving time (DST) permanent.


Wednesday, September 16, 2020 7:47 AM

New Climate Change Maps Show a Transformed United States

Climate change is real and the effects on on our descendants profound. Take a look at how heat, fires, and humidity will effect part of our country within fifty years.


Saturday, September 12, 2020 8:29 AM

Give Everybody the Internet

I’ve called for free basic internet for all Santa Monicans and a municipal broadband utility. Here is an outstanding article on creating municipal broadband in our town and the reasons why we should take the plunge


Friday, September 11, 2020 7:16 PM

A Clean Slate (SMart endorses Brock and Team!)

The SMart Group's Santa Monica City Council Endorsements. We enthusiastically endorse Phil Brock, Christine Parra, Oscar de la Torre, and Mario Fonda-Bonardi. These four deserve your support! 


Thursday, September 10, 2020 4:17 PM

Public Safety is Suspect in Santa Monica!

In the Santa Monica Democratic Club debate on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, the five incumbents insisted there is very little crime in Santa Monica. Our city is the safest it has ever been, the five incumbents stated as a question about public safety was broached. We are much safer than we were twenty years ago, stated one councilperson. Another said that she felt safe walking around our parks at night. We are as safe as can be was the conclusion of the incumbents.

Listening to them on the virtual stage, you would feel that we are "lollipops and sunshine safe." However, I see things differently. Random assaults, robberies, burglaries, automobile parts thefts, bicycle thefts, and more are endemic in Santa Monica. Battery happens at regular intervals on our streets, and as you look at the crime statistics in our town, crime has skyrocketed over the past four years. Councilmember Davis accused me of "cherrypicking statistics" when I said that crime had risen.

All in all, the incumbents "pooh-poohed" the black and white statistics of high crime. Safewise published its latest statistical analysis of crime in our seaside city and noted that Santa Monica is the 227th safest city in California. We're just below San Francisco and slightly above Stockton and Oakland. Wouldn't we all prefer to be in the top 50 safest cities? Instead, Santa Monica is at the bottom! Here is the link to the results they published. https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-california/?fbclid=IwAR29dQ5N42nNJm84Za-K7oT78KMd1tmQl4tZEEK_fVmm3upOAF-Ryxlo8zo

It's hard to fight crime if you pretend there isn't any. Had enough? It's time for a change. BrockTheVote.org


Wednesday, September 9, 2020 8:20 AM

Slow Growth Backs Brock and Two Change Candidates for City Council

Blasting incumbents for ushering in "unsustainable growth" and pushing the City into "financial chaos," a prominent slow-growth group on Tuesday announced it will back three challengers in the race for four full-term Council seats.


Tuesday, September 8, 2020 9:25 PM

SMCLC Endorses Santa Monica City Council Candidate Phil Brock

We need competent leadership who will work for Santa Monica’s residents and small businesses, not for the special interests who contribute to Councilmembers’ campaigns.  We wholeheartedly ENDORSE Phil Brock for City Council who will go to work immediately for ALL Santa Monicans.

A native Santa Monican, Phil is a longtime entertainment industry executive who has an extensive history of active civic leadership in our City. He served as chair of our Recreation and Parks Commission and is a past president and current board member of the California Parks Board. Phil is a Santa Monica Arts commissioner, president of the Samohi Alumni Association, past president of the Santa Monica Kiwanis Club, Elks Lodge trustee and member of the Civic Auditorium Working Group. Phil is all about service to our community. 
 
Phil believes we must protect our residential and commercial neighborhoods from huge developments that do not fit our City’s beachside character. He is deeply concerned about gentrification that causes our seniors and our longstanding diverse population to lose their reasonably priced housing and be pushed out of our city. He advocates for height limits of four stories downtown, three stories on our boulevards and two stories in our residential neighborhoods. He believes that big, dense, development proposals must be voted on by residents.  


Monday, September 7, 2020 6:53 PM

Where are the Investigations?

  Simple questions must be answered. Our city suffered the worst afternoon and evening of our 145-year existence on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Ninety-Seven days have passed without an incident report from the Santa Monica Police Department. The city council voted reluctantly for an independent investigation but allotted too little money to perform a thorough review of the day's events.

Months later, in the dead of night, at the end of a City Council meeting, they admit the lack of funding has hampered the start of the independent investigation, and conveniently no investigation has begun.

It's "great" that the incumbents want to wait until after the election is over to release the long-delayed report but aren't they working for their own self-preservation rather than the good of the residents?

Had enough? It's time for a change! BrockTheVote.org


Monday, September 7, 2020 6:30 PM

Pandemic Mask Enforcement

Over a month ago, City Council Members said they would add "mask duty" to our code enforcement officers work load. There was a big one day show of ticketing mask scofflaws on Montana Avenue and Goose Egg Park, and then nothing. Of course we have ten code enforcement officers for the entire city who also have regular duties to perform. There was a discussion about the efforts of the South Bay cities who had hired private security forces and deputized them to write mask enforcement tickets.

 

In typical fashion, Santa Monica is still "considering" employing additional mask enforcement officers as Labor Day comes to a close. Once again, the City Council gets a big, fat "F". Lots of talk, no action. If you think this is the right course, vote for the incumbents who have failed miserably. If not, you know what to do. It's time for change! BrockTheVote.org


Friday, September 4, 2020 8:19 PM

Budget Reform and the New Normal

Now is the time to Launch Real Reform of Our City’s Financial Management!


Friday, September 4, 2020 8:14 PM

Let Market Forces Conquer the Housing Battle

SM Mirror columnist Tom Elias weighs in on California’s “housing” crisis.  Market  forces should be allowed to work out our housing imbalance  without government intervention for the next few years.


Wednesday, August 26, 2020 9:00 AM

Brock on Your Block (Neighborhood Jazz)

Phil stops by a Saturday morning neighborhood jazz concert in the north of montana area of Santa Monica on this episode of Brock on Your Block


Wednesday, August 26, 2020 8:57 AM

Two candidates withdraw from City Council race, will support Phil Brock

Two Santa Monica City Council candidates withdraw from race, throw support to Phil Brock


Wednesday, August 26, 2020 8:52 AM

Shopping Malls Can Become Low-Cost Housing

As area shopping malls fail could they be turned into low-coat housing? After all, adaptively reusing existing buildings is the best way to be sustainable.


Tuesday, August 25, 2020 12:17 AM

Two Candidates Withdraw, Throw support to Brock and ticket

Candidates Gomez and Browning withdraw from campaign, throw support to Phil Brock and election ticket


Saturday, August 22, 2020 3:47 PM

Losing Our City

Our City’s Future Is Slipping Out of Our Hands… Unless We Pay Attention


Saturday, August 22, 2020 3:13 PM

Op-Ed: Mentally ill people in desperate need of treatment often don’t get it because of an antiquated law

You can’t spend time on the streets of any large city in California and not ask this question: Why do so many of our most vulnerable, severely mentally ill Californians not get the care they so urgently need? Read this op-ed.


Friday, August 21, 2020 10:16 PM

Brock Heads Community Slate to Challenge Incumbents

Brock, de la Torre, Parra, and Fonda-Bonardi team up to challenge incumbents


Tuesday, August 4, 2020 12:00 AM

Brock on Your Block: It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

On his daily long walks during the pandemic, Phil Brock finds wonderful settings his neighbors have created to delight all who pass by in the latest Brock on Your Block.


Friday, July 31, 2020 12:00 AM

Room To Breathe! (Phil Brock for SMart)

A longtime resident, “We no longer have any sense of community, and we have lost our sense of being a seaside town.” Read Phil Brock’s op-Ed for SMart in the SM Mirror.


Thursday, July 23, 2020 12:00 AM

YOU Are the Heart of the City! (Phil Brock for SMart)

As our town became even denser, City Hall advocated for more. Keep piling people into our town. Who cares about quality of life? Small apartment units with huge rents led to increased gentrification and a less diverse population. Your town’s wise owls fist-bumped as each new building choked our formerly sunny streets. 


Thursday, July 16, 2020 12:00 AM

A Worried People in a Distressed City! (Phil Brock for SMart)

It was Santa Monica’s 145th birthday on July 15th. Our city’s traditional motto is “Fortunate People in a Fortunate Land.” Yet it no longer feels that way. It is not even the pandemic’s fault.


Friday, July 3, 2020 12:00 AM

Brushfires of Freedom! (Phil Brock for SMart)

Black Lives Matter can’t be a catchword that fades as the news cycle moves on. It must stay front and center in every city, town, and village in America. I observed some lip service on the city council dais about change and our standard civic response, let’s “study” the problem. 


Friday, June 26, 2020 12:00 AM

If It’s Not Okay…(Phil Brock for SMart)

Fight or flight. Those of you who are acquainted with me know which choice I have always made. However, It seems that many longtime residents are choosing flight. They have decided that the scourges of crime, overdevelopment, traffic, and a deteriorating lifestyle make it no longer worth the hassle of living in Santa Monica. 


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