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Why Nordstrom Says It’s Closing Its Santa Monica Place Location

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Nordstrom spokesperson explained

the closure as a strategic realignment

Nordstrom confirmed its decision to close its Santa Monica store at 220 Broadway, with the final day of business set for Aug. 26 shifting focus to serving customers through nearby stores and digital platforms. The move reflects broader challenges facing the Santa Monica Place mall, where shifting ownership and declining property value have raised concerns about its future as a retail hub.

A Nordstrom spokesperson explained the closure as a strategic realignment, stating the company believes it can better meet customer needs outside the current location. The retailer pledged support for affected employees, offering assistance to

those seeking other roles within Nordstrom. The store, near the Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade, has long been a destination for brands like Free People, Nike, and Zella, offering clothing, shoes, cosmetics, and services such as personal styling.

The closure coincides with significant changes at Santa Monica Place. In April, Macerich defaulted on a $300 million loan, leading to Trigild, a courtappointed receiver, taking control. Trigild subsequently hired Prism Places to manage the Frank Gehry-designed mall, which underwent a $265 million renovation in 2010. Prism CEO Stenn Parton, whose Pacific Palisades home was lost in recent fires, aims to revitalize the property, citing its potential as a community anchor ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics.

However, the mall’s value has been questioned, with the loan default signaling financial strain amid vacancy and post-fire recovery challenges in the westside area.

Opened in 1980 as Gehry’s first mall

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Place has historically drawn tourists and locals. Macerich’s 1999 acquisition and failed 2004 redevelopment plan to replace it with high-rises highlight its evolving role. Parton remains

optimistic, pointing to policy changes and the Olympics as opportunities to restore the mall’s appeal, though the Nordstrom exit underscores ongoing difficulties in maintaining its retail prominence.

Santa Monica Adopts $793.3M Budget, Prioritizing Housing and Safety

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budget preserves core services and invests in major projects, including over $1 billion in hotel investments

The Santa Monica City Council approved a $793.3 million biennial budget for fiscal year 2025-26 and $829.7 million for 202627, alongside the second year of the 202426 Capital Improvement Program, during its Tuesday meeting.

Facing declining revenues from international tourism, sales tax, hotel tax, and parking fees, compounded by legal liabilities and global economic uncertainty, the city implemented a hiring freeze for non-critical positions and reallocated existing funds.

Voter-approved Measure K funded enhancements, including a new police sergeant, a community services officer, security upgrades at public facilities,

a mobile Advanced Provider Unit for homeless care, and an ambulance operator program within the Fire Department.

“This budget balances realism with optimism,” Mayor Lana Negrete said in a statement. “It recognizes financial challenges while making smart, focused decisions to keep Santa Monica moving forward.”

The budget preserves core services and invests in major projects, including over $1 billion in hotel investments, 7,721 new housing units, the Pier Bridge replacement starting in late 2025, and the reimagining of Santa Monica Airport. The city anticipates economic boosts from upcoming events like the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, and LA28 Olympics.

Finance Director Oscar Santiago emphasized disciplined financial planning, stating, “We’ve taken a responsible approach to close funding gaps, maintain core services, and invest in areas that best serve our residents.”

Additional measures include increased parking permit fees, expanded license plate recognition in downtown parking facilities, and new fines to deter municipal code violations. The budget also allocates $25,000 annually to the Early Childhood Task Force and begins repaying $47.2

million borrowed from the Housing Trust Fund.

The council also adopted resolutions to establish new job classifications, revise permit and parking fees, set the Gann

The FY 2026-27 budget will return for final adoption in May 2026, as required by the city

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Faces Attempted Murder Charges and Over 100 Years to Life in Prison if Convicted.

Criminal charges have been filed against the man accused of shooting a Santa Monica police officer and wounding two teenagers in two separate incidents last week, officials announced Thursday.

David John Hairston, 30, faces three counts of attempted murder, two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, one count of assault on a peace officer, and one count of shooting at an occupied vehicle, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Authorities allege the attacks were intentional, premeditated, and carried out with a firearm.

The first incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on June 22, when two minors, ages 14 and 16, were riding in a Waymo autonomous vehicle stopped at the intersection of 2nd Street and Broadway in Santa Monica. Prosecutors say Hairston approached the vehicle on foot and fired into it, striking both teens. They survived

with non-life-threatening injuries. Hairston fled the scene.

On June 25, Hairston was reportedly spotted near the Santa Monica Place mall by a police detective investigating the earlier shooting. Officer Lucas Palmeira responded to assist and was allegedly shot at multiple times. He was struck once in the hand. Hairston again fled but was captured a few hours later in Palisades Park.

During Hairston’s arraignment Thursday, the defense raised concerns about his mental competency, prompting the court to suspend proceedings. A competency hearing is scheduled for July 14 in Department 203 of the Hollywood Courthouse. Bail remains set at $4 million. If convicted on all charges, Hairston could face up to 104 years to life in state prison.

“Our hearts go out to Officer Palmeira and the two young victims and their families who were senselessly targeted during these attacks,” District Attorney Hochman said. “Violence in our community — especially against our children and those who risk their lives to protect us — is unacceptable. We are committed to holding the suspect accountable.”

The case is being prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Stephen Lonseth of the Crimes Against Peace Officers Division and investigated by the Santa Monica Police Department.

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More Commercial Uses Could Be Coming to RAND Building

Amendment Unlocks New Opportunities, Secures $5.5 Million in Community Benefits

The Santa Monica Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to expand commercial uses at the RAND Corporation’s underutilized headquarters at 1776 Main Street, unlocking $5.5 million in community benefits.

The decision, made during a meeting on June 18, allows RAND to sell or lease portions of its 326,170-squarefoot, five-story building for business and professional offices, creative offices, research and development facilities, and ground-floor retail. The current agreement, in place since 2004 and set to expire in 2055, had restricted the building to “institutional office” use, primarily for RAND-like entities.

Post-pandemic shifts in work patterns have left the building underused, with RAND officials reporting an average of 225 people visiting daily, down from 700 pre-pandemic. The building, designed to accommodate over 1,300 workers, has

become an inefficient use of space, said Jeremy Rawitch, RAND’s Director of Communications and External Affairs.

Under the amendment, RAND will pay $3.5 million to the city upon approval, with an additional $2 million due after Coastal Commission approval or when new uses begin. The organization will also maintain its $40,000 annual contribution to the Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School through 2065.

The amendment includes a clause requiring RAND or future owners to pay the city 4.6% of any sale price if the buyer is exempt from the Measure GS transfer tax, ensuring revenue parity. An independent economic study commissioned by city staff projects $3.3 million annually in city taxes and up to $25 million in transfer taxes if the property sells, potentially totaling $130 million over the agreement’s life.

The plan aligns with the Civic Center Specific Plan’s goal of creating a vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood, allowing up to 40% of the building for wet laboratory use and adding retail and restaurant spaces to activate the area.

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Shore Hotel: A Local Destination for Summer Fun

Bring on all things summer.

Walking or biking along Santa Monica Pier, you might find yourself taking a pause at Shore Hotel, a local staple on Ocean Avenue — one of the leading sustainable hotels in Santa Monica.

Founded in 2011, Shore Hotel is a luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Santa Monica. For locals and travelers alike, the cornerstone of hospitality resides among its coastal food and bar experience, indoor and outdoor event spaces and the relaxation, charm and community it bolsters.

In 2024, Shore Hotel was named No. 1 Hotel in the U.S. by TripAdvisor in the Best of the Best Traveler’s Choice Awards — the highest level of excellence in travel, awarded to hotels that receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the TripAdvisor community.

For Jannelle Hill, Shore Hotel’s Junior Sales and Marketing Manager, this achievement is a testament to the exciting special events and parties the hotel is hosting this summer.

“Shore Hotel is an affordable destination for family vacations with guests returning often to enjoy our luxury amenities,” Hill said. “We’ve opened our indoor and outdoor event spaces for special events and parties, usually themed, to bring even more local festivities and excitement to the area.”

All things summer — including health and wellness activities, live music, themed bar and restaurant evenings — are happening at Shore Hotel. Here’s a list of what to look forward to this summer:

- Bottomless Mimosa Brunch with live music

- Mindfulness and yoga hours

- Weekly lobby entertainment and live performances

- Golden Hour at Shoreside Bar and Lounge

- Monthly pool parties from June to September

“We’re big on guests and locals experiencing the fullness of our property. Not only staying either on vacation or staycation but fully immersing yourself with our offerings, creating memories and tapping into our local charm,” Hill said.

This year, Shore Hotel opened its newest hotspot for coastal dining, Shoreside, a 76seat modern restaurant and bar with indoor, outdoor and poolside seating.

“Much care has gone into its creation and development, from design elements to the ingredients on the menu and cocktail and wine selections. Its oceanfront views, vibrant space and dynamic offerings, have the makings of a can’t miss lifestyle destination for local and tourists alike, right in the heart of Santa Monica,” said Jon Farzam, co-owner and CEO of Shore Hotel.

To start off the summer, Shore Hotel is hosting its Summer Series featuring poolside live music Friday through Sunday from June to September, in addition to pop-up live music and events. Every first Saturday of the month, Shoreside is hosting a monthly pool party featuring drink partnerships with local brands, free drink ticket prizes and swag giveaways.

“Our property is unique because of our shoreside location. Although June, July, August and September are traveler-heavy months for us, we’ve opened our space to the public for special events and parties, so they can experience our offerings and be a part of our community,” Hill said.

To find out what’s happening at Shore Hotel and its coastal-inspired restaurant and bar, Shoreside, follow @shorehotelsm and @shoresidesantamonica on Instagram.

New Agenda Coaching: Changing Lives in LA

Students Work Toward Applied Success with Executive Function Coaching Services

The demands of daily routines and studies sometimes bear weight on students, creating cycles of frustration, stress, procrastination and withdrawal of effort.

With new in-office and remote coaching sessions offered in Los Angeles, New Agenda Coaching has created a workaround for students experiencing this weight that helps them strengthen executive function skills such as working memory, cognitive flexibility, inhibition, organization and task initiation.

Executive functioning refers to a set of cognitive skills and processes that help individuals manage and regulate their thoughts, behaviors and emotions to achieve specific goals or tasks.

Founded by Maria Del Corso and Amie Davies, New Agenda believes strong executive function skills lead to higher performance in addition to life-long benefits for children, teens and college students.

Since offering services in Los Angeles for ages nine and over, New Agenda said many school-aged clients who finished school in May have a changed perspective

and shifted their trajectories to find success through coaching services.

“From a standpoint of our upper elementary, middle and high school students who have been in a struggle zone, or experiencing some sort of multifaceted failure, they have finished out the school year in a completely different place, in terms of their positive perspective and outlook toward school and academic performance. They are really finding applicable success,” Del Corso said.

This summer, New Agenda recommends school-aged students start New Agenda’s coaching services ahead of the school year.

“Once school starts, you’re in that routine: work is piling up and you have to triage academics a little bit. Over the summer is a great time to strictly focus on executive function skills and figure out what areas we need to build and focus while you don’t have the pressure of academics,” Del Corso said.

New Agenda Coaching works with new clients at minimum once per week in one hour sessions, for no specific term length. Working one-on-one with coaches, clients learn skill building and strategies to achieve goals and combat concerns related to executive dysfunction.

Using a team approach, New Agenda works collaboratively with the client’s psychiatrists, therapists or counselors, to make sure everyone is on the same page.

“If a student is already working with a psychiatrist, we’re on board with them to help better the trajectory, and help the

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Happy Fourth of July

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Santa Monica Architects for a Responsible Tomorrow

SMart (Santa Monica Architects for a Responsible Tomorrow) hopes you are enjoying a great 3-day weekend as part of your 4th of July Celebrations. Always a fantasia of fireworks, barbecues, parades, and speeches, this summer holiday is the most patriotic of American holidays, harkening back to the birth of our nation. It celebrates when the Declaration of Independence was signed, announcing the radical step of the Colonies’ separation from the tyranny of King George’s Great Britain. To justify the separation, that Declaration listed 27 specific charges against the king, just a few of which are quoted below:

For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent

He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good

For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world

For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offences

He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures.

He has erected a multitude of New Offices and sent hither swarms of Officers to harass our people and eat out their substance.

Now, these charges may sound familiar, not because we are all amazing US history scholars, but because these same events are happening all around us today:

Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is essentially lowering the taxes of the wealthy 1% by stripping the medical insurance of the poor. No voter consented to this.

He has passed a flood of executive orders tying us to the sinking ship of oil, coal, and gas and preventing us from climbing onto the lifeboat of solar, wind, tidal, and geothermal power.

His tariffs, both threatened and imposed, and his travel bans are cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world.

Americans are being captured and shipped to foreign jails without due process.

Marines are stationed in Los Angeles in times of peace.

Finally, from mask-wearing ICE to DOGE, to a swarm of unqualified political appointments, to mass firings, he is daily harassing our people.

The list could go on and on, but you know where this is going. The list of King George’s offenses was sufficient to start a revolt that eventually resulted in a new country: the United States of America. The growing list of Trump’s offenses is also starting a revolution that will result in a new and improved United States of America.

The founding fathers, having already experienced the worst of tyrannical dictators, built a series of “guard rails” (separation of Church and State, Separation of Powers, Birthright Citizenship, the Bill of Rights, etc., etc.) to insure that this experiment in democracy would not eventually devolve into another dictatorship. But here we are: after two and a half centuries, the guardrails have gotten rusty and need to be rebuilt. This is going to be a big job to undo the damage done to our country and its reputation by President Trump and his enablers (including our own Stephen Miller).

Naturally the question comes up why would SMart, an organization primarily of local architects, take such a strong position against the President? First, of course, is the interest of our clients. Trump’s menacing tariffs on Canadian lumber, Chinese solar collectors, and Chilean copper products, to name just a few, introduce dramatic pricing uncertainty (read price increases) in the bids our clients are now receiving. Add to this the even more inflationary effect of his assault against immigrants. This assault rounds up more harmless people than criminals, thus ends up terrorizing all immigrants. Immigrants do, and have always done, many of the most difficult, boring, dangerous, and hard construction jobs often at low pay. These immigrants are therefore essential to the local and national construction trades. Their absence would increase project costs or project delays, or increase both.

increase the interest rate everywhere in the United States, making it even harder for anyone to buy a home. Young people will be even more priced out of Santa Monica home ownership. Of course, this is only an issue if you happen to value home ownership.

With these clear and present dangers ahead, SMart would be remiss if it didn’t speak up. This critique may sound particularly partisan, but it would not matter if a Republican president or a Democratic president unleashed these dangerous initiatives; SMart would be equally critical regardless of which party the President represents. In fact, there is a real worry that Trump having so misused his consolidated power, the next Democratic president will be pressured to use the same consolidated power in the opposite direction. That consolidated power is equally dangerous, regardless of who wields it, because absolute power corrupts absolutely.

But today we celebrate that through all the twists and turns of American history, our democracy has made it this far, and actually is better than when the experiment started. So let’s enjoy the optimism of the 4th of July Celebration and carry it into the big reconstruction job ahead of us.

By Mario Fonda-Bonardi, AIA

S.M.a.r.t Santa Monica Architects for a Responsible Tomorrow

Mario Fonda-Bonardi AIA, former Planning Commissioner, Robert H. Taylor AIA, Architect, Dan Jansenson, Architect & former Building and Fire-Life Safety Commission, Samuel Tolkin, Architect & former Planning Commissioner, Michael Jolly, AIR-CRE, Jack Hillbrand AIA, Landmarks Commissioner, Architect. Phil Brock, SM Mayor (Ret), Matt Hoefler, NCARB

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Trump’s inflationary spiral of tariffs and immigration assault is already making many projects unfeasible. Projects that used to cost, say $500/square foot are now coming in at $700 to $1000 per square foot. This pricing explosion and uncertainty is starting to freeze our construction industry, adversely affecting our clients, particularly those that are trying to rebuild in the Palisades with their often deficient insurance payouts or with borrowed money at exceptionally high interest rates. A frozen construction industry is not auspicious for a City that has ambitious housing goals. Widening our lens, his assault on immigrants is adversely affecting the tourism industry (many hotel workers are immigrants), which is still suffering from the Covid collapse. The tourism industry recovery is key to the recovery of our City that is broke. Trump’s same immigrant assault will lead to higher food prices, higher prices for home care workers, higher restaurant meal costs, and countless other services our residents need. The large Santa Monica senior population, many living on fixed incomes, are very vulnerable to Trump’s selfinflicted inflationary pressures. This is without even mentioning the hazards of his cuts to Medicaid, to education, to FEMA, to NOAA, and countless other essential federal services for our City and State. It goes without saying that the three trillion dollar increase in federal debt caused by Trump’s recent “Big Beautiful Bill” will

Santa Monica Favorite Esters Rebrands as Esters

Wine Shop & Oyster Bar

New Concept Launches With French-Spanish Flair and Free Bubbles

Esters Wine Shop, the fave Parisianstyle wine bar in downtown Santa Monica, will debut a refreshed identity as Esters Wine Shop & Oyster Bar on Tuesday, July 1, marking a new chapter in its coastal culinary journey.

While the new name signals an expanded menu focused on seafood—including oyster towers, trout roe service, crudo, tartare, and Spanish-style boquerones—the team behind Esters promises the essence of the wine bar’s European charm will remain firmly intact.

The menu’s highlights include Boquerones, white anchovies cured in vinegar and served with olive oil and herbs—a nod to Southern French and Spanish wine country fare.

To mark the transformation, Esters is inviting patrons to join in a celebratory opening night event. Diners will receive complimentary glasses of sparkling wine

with their meals, a toast to the evolution of the neighborhood favorite. The team calls it their “Grand Plateau,” a layered

Third Street Promenade Loses Bibibop Asian Grill

Bibibop opened at the Santa Monica location in 2017 after taking over a former

ShopHouse space

Bibibop Asian Grill, a fast-casual restaurant known for its healthy, glutenfree Asian fusion cuisine, has permanently closed its location at 1401 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica.

The sign on the door did not specify a reason for the closure. Bibibop, which opened at the Santa Monica location in 2017 after taking over a former ShopHouse space, offered customizable bowls with a focus on unprocessed, high-quality ingredients.

The chain emphasizes affordability and well-being, aiming to support guests’ physical, mental, and relational health, according to its website.

“We believe that well-being is for everyone, and we want to support people on their journey to wholistic health and happiness,” the company stated.

presentation of raw delights paired perfectly with chilled bubbly.

Esters Wine Shop & Oyster Bar is

located at 1314 Seventh St. in Santa Monica. Reservations for opening night are encouraged.

Santa Monica Public Library Launches Community Mapping Survey

The initiative aims to shape the library’s programs, fostering an inclusive and accessible environment

The Santa Monica Public Library has launched a new Community Mapping initiative, inviting patrons and community members to provide feedback through an online survey available in English and Spanish until September 30.

The initiative aims to shape the library’s programs and services to better meet community needs, fostering an inclusive and accessible environment for all.

As part of the initiative, the library will

also host Community Conversations events at the Main Library (601 Santa Monica Blvd.) and Pico Branch (2201 Pico Blvd.).

These events will offer patrons the opportunity to connect with others, enjoy refreshments, and provide feedback through interactive displays and guided discussions. Those who complete the survey and provide their email address will be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card to a local business.

The survey is accessible online at smpl. org/community-mapping, with paper copies available at library branches for those unable to complete it online.

– Main Library (601 Santa Monica Blvd.) Saturday, July 5 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

– Pico Branch (2201 Pico Blvd.) Saturday, July 12 from 2–4 p.m.

For more information, contact the Santa Monica Public Library at 310-457-2000 or visit smpl.org/community-mapping.

Free Virtual Planetarium Shows Coming to SMC in July

The virtual format is in place as construction of the new SMC

Planetarium and Observatory nears completion

The Santa Monica College Planetarium will present three free, live virtual shows every Friday in July 2025, exploring topics from the Vera Rubin Observatory’s first images to NASA’s technological spinoffs

and exoplanets, the college announced. The online events, hosted at 8 p.m. PDT via Zoom, will follow a 7 p.m. virtual Night Sky Show, offering updates on astronomy and space exploration. Each session, led by lecturer Sarah Vincent, includes opportunities for attendees to ask questions. The virtual format is in place as construction of the new SMC Planetarium and Observatory nears completion. Attendees must have Zoom installed, available for free at zoom. com. The July 2025 schedule includes: –**July 11, 8 p.m.:** “Vera Rubin: First Light” — Highlights the first images from the Vera Rubin Observatory’s massive digital camera, marking the start of its comprehensive universe scan. – **July 18, 8 p.m.:** “NASA

Spinoffs” — Examines everyday technologies, from Apollo missions to the International Space Station, that originated from NASA’s space research. – **July 25, 8 p.m.:** “Deep Sky Deep Dive: Understanding Exoplanets” — Explores exoplanets, with over 5,000 confirmed since 1992 through missions like Kepler and TESS, addressing their formation and significance.

NOTICE OF PETITION

TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Rebecca Sue Hamilton

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Rebecca Sue Hamilton

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Margaret Harrison in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STPB05804

The Petition for Probate requests that Margaret Harrison be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in Los Angeles County Superior Court as follows: Date: August 2025, Time: 8:30 am. Dept.: ST99 The address of the court: 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statues and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner Margaret Harrison, 1785 Douglas Rd. Unit 78, Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Published in the Santa Monica Mirror, 07/05/25, 07/12/25, 7/19/25