Event Brief
Santa Monica takes control of homeless response
Filed: Aug 05, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Summary: Santa Monica approved a locally controlled homeless plan, ending reliance on L.A. County services and shifting Palm Motel to city management.
WHO: Santa Monica city leaders; Santa Monica city officials
WHAT: Approved a locally controlled homeless response plan, including direct authority over street outreach and permanent housing; transfer of the 34-room Palm Motel to city management
WHEN: Aug 05, 2026 at 12:33 AM ET
WHERE: Santa Monica, Calif.
WHY: City leaders approved the locally controlled model to end reliance on Los Angeles County for homeless services management.
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