August 1, 2026
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Letters to Editor: Main Street Closures

The following are two letters sent to the Santa Monica Mirror, one in support and one in opposition, regarding a plan to close down portions of Main Street to traffic on weekends.

Letter in Support – From Hunter G. Hall, Executive Director Main Street Business Improvement Association

Letter in Opposition – From Robert Maschio, Ocean Park Resident

Want to share your thoughts on an issue? Email a letter to editor@smmirror.com

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