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Jet idles next to Clover Park in Santa Monica

Jets and Parks Don’t Mix [Video]

By Yes on LC, No on D on September 24, 2014 in Issues

On September 18, 2014, one of our volunteers recorded two short videos that show quite clearly just how close the airplanes at Santa Monica Airport come to our community.

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The Issues In-Depth

Adverse Airport Impacts
This post gives an overview of the controversy regarding aviation at SMO, including a look at safety, pollution & health, noise, jets, Santa Monica city & tax payer finances and more.
History of the Dispute
A history of the dispute over Santa Monica Airport ownership between the City and the FAA, as well as of the mounting opposition to the airport from the impacted residents in the surrounds.
The opposing ballot initiatives
Learn about the two different ballot initiatives related to SMO. The City’s initiative limits development & encourages the construction of a new city park. The aviation lobbyists’ initiative ensures no changes are made at SMO.