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Billboard Debate and Water Crisis in Santa Monica | Los Angeles News
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Santa Monica’s new digital billboard is igniting controversy after its first ad spotlighted a homeless nonprofit — prompting backlash from council candidate Derrick Townsend over city spending and transparency. The debate dives into how public spaces and flashy tech intersect with social responsibility, questioning whether billboards are the right platform for urgent causes — and whether funds reach those in need or get lost in bureaucracy. Meanwhile, a water main break on Michigan Avenue underscores that even as the city innovates, foundational infrastructure remains vulnerable — revealing the complex balancing act of growth, equity, and resilience in a rapidly changing urban landscape.
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