From: Mari Newhoff
EXTERNAL
Dear Planning Commission:
I am writing to voice my concerns about the potential new convenience store tenant in the 3032 Wilshire building. The convenience store will create a lot of headaches for the residential neighborhood to which it is adjacent. When Bristol Farms came in, it elevated the neighborhood followed by Erewhon and Trader Joe’s. After the investment of creating such a beautiful building, the first tenant should not be one that has the potential to downgrade the neighborhood. There are five 7/11s within a mile of this project: such as Santa Monica and Sawtelle, Wilshire and Bundy, Santa Monica and Wellesley – not one of them is inviting from a consumer standpoint. They are all littered with trash and a haven for the homeless. AND if this is the first anchor tenant, I fear it will scare off prospective Class A tenants which the neighborhood desperately need such as bakeries or restaurants. After living through the inconsiderate construction which began as early as 6:30am most days, the neighborhood was looking forward to a little class. I am pleading with you to reconsider. Best, Mari Newhoff 1230 Berkeley Street To: [email protected] Sent: Sat, Jul 18, 2020 1:31 pm Subject: New Business - PLEASE No!
Santa Monica Planning, I am a home owner in the 1200 block of Berkeley Street in Santa Monica. I am writing to respectfully protest against a new business, potentially planned for the new building on the southwest corner of Berkeley Street and Wilshire Blvd. I understand that a 24 hour convenience store is proposed to go into that location. There are several problems with this: 1. The potential for a high concentration of homeless developing there is strong. 2. The likelihood for “unsavory” individuals to gather there, all day and night, is high. It is fairly common knowledge that convenience stores bring a certain, “negative climate“ to the neighborhood they are in. Within a 4 block radius surrounding that location, there are families with children and a good number of senior citizens. Also, there is need for a market there as there is already a full service grocery store on the northeast corner Please ... Let it be known that our neighborhood is strongly against this convenience store proposal. Sincerely, Jeff Porter 1242 Berkeley St. From: Planning
From: Natasha
EXTERNAL
RE: USE Permit #20ENT-0170
Dear Santa Monica Planning,
I am the HOA President at 1242 Berkeley Street. I too am vehemently against a 24- hour convenience store anywhere near our homes. This is truly a family neighborhood who prides itself on safety and cleanliness. A 24-hour convenience store will bring people to our area at all hours of the night, not to mention have them loitering and trashing our neighborhood. Please take note that the 7-11 at the corner of Wilshire and 6th and the one at 11656 Wilshire in Brentwood are breeding grounds for exactly what we are afraid of. There is a Bristol Farms across the street and a CVS one block away. There is no need for wa 24-hour convenience story in our area. Our entire neighborhood is against this permit and we will all be present at the planning commission hearing to express our concerns.
Natasha Nathan
-----Original Message----- From: Jeff Porter
From: DENISE
EXTERNAL
Hello Just curious about these plans to put in a 24 hr. convenience store on our corner of Berkeley & Wilshire. It is such a nice building...perhaps a lovely cafe or something that won't attract thugs and homeless.
Can't really think of anything worse except for an Adult toy store. I understand there is a petition against this idea. Please advise. Thanks Denise Berkeley ST. resident Santa Monica From: Planning To: Melissa Zak Subject: FW: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:05:02 AM
From: Anna Woo
EXTERNAL
I live at 1230 Stanford St Apt A, Santa Monica CA 90404, United States
A 24-hour convenience store would be detrimental to our quiet neighborhood. I stro encourage to find an alternative use for the 3032 Wilshire property.
Sincerely, Anna Woo
Transmission via mobile communication unit From: Tony Kim To: Cary Fukui Subject: FW: 3032 WILSHIRE BLVD. PROPOSED 7 ELEVEN STORE Date: Thursday, September 10, 2020 3:35:54 PM
From: Sheila MacWilliams
EXTERNAL
Dear Planning Commission,
The neighbors on the Santa Monica College Streets have learned that 7-Eleven is proposed at 3032 Wilshire.
In an email received from the Applicant, it states that they plan to sell no alcohol. We all know that change later.
Our community of neighbors are seeking more information in general and in regards to the October 7th teleconference.
Will the conference be a platform to voice concerns, disapproval, etc. Where can we submit concerns.
The owner of this entire project does not even reside in the state.
There is no way a 24/hour convenience store should be so close to some many homes, apartments and condos with little kids, teachers, working parents, etc. Please update with information.
Be well, stay safe.
Thank you.
NO ON 7-ELEVEN From: Wendy Radwan To: Cary Fukui Subject: FW: Conditional Use Permit #20ENT - 0170 - Opposition Date: Monday, September 14, 2020 9:59:06 AM
Hi Cary, please see Public Correspondence below.
From: Planning
From: Deborah Call
EXTERNAL
To Whom It May Concern,
I hope you are doing well in spite of the ongoing pandemic.
I am writing to inform you that I am vehemently opposed to the possible development of a 7-Eleven convenience market at 3032 Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica.
Conditional Use Permit #20ENT - 0170
We have lived at 846 Yale St in Santa Monica for over 25 years and are greatly concerned that this store will attract crime and issues for our neighborhood.
Thank you for the consideration.
Best wishes,
Deborah Call Bulluck 310-990-7785 From: Tony Kim To: Cary Fukui Subject: FW: Proposed 7-11 at Berkeley Street and Wilshire Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 4:36:42 PM
From: Barbara White
EXTERNAL
To Whom This May Concern -
I am very upset to learn that the building on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire is proposing to rent to a 7-11. This is a terrible idea. There are families all up and down this street. This is a family neighborhood. We have all seen the consequences of having 24 hour stores selling lottery tickets, cigarettes, not to mention alcohol. It doesn't contribute to the safe neighborhood that we have all worked so hard to be able to afford. This affects us deeply. This would change the whole tone of the neighborhood. It would affect the property values for those that own their residences, and the feeling of safety for everyone.
What can be done to stop this? Do they just need another tenant? Again, I feel it is unfair to foist this situation on people who have worked so hard to make Mid-City Santa Monica the lovely place it has been for raising families.
Thank you.
Best, Barbara
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From: Tony Kim To: Cary Fukui Cc: Melissa Zak Subject: FW: No On 7-Eleven On the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire @3032 Date: Monday, October 5, 2020 11:39:44 AM
From: Michael Mordkovich
EXTERNAL
Hi,
Our names: Michael & Anna Mordkovich we live at 1233 Berkeley St, apt 5, Santa Monica, CA - 90404. We Vote No On 7-Eleven On the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire @3032 Wilshire Blvd, Suite A, Santa Monica We do not need to have near our building 24 hours a day, 7 days week business.
Thanks, Michael & Anna Mordkovich 1233 Berkeley st. Unit # 5 From: Melissa Zak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: No 7-11 at Wilshire/Berkeley Date: Monday, October 19, 2020 8:07:47 AM
-----Original Message----- From: Planning
-----Original Message----- From: Adam Severin
EXTERNAL
Please do not put a 7-11 on the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley St.
The intersection is already dangerous due to speeding, and the addition of cars negotiating the entrance will make things far worse.
There have been numerous accidents in this area!
Another danger is the gathering of homeless at this location. Adding a 24/7 mini-mart will make this a magnet for the homeless.
How many phone calls to SMPD are you able to process?
Police will be called to this location on a daily basis.
As a 16-year resident of this particular neighborhood, please listen to the objections of my neighbors; putting a 7-11 here is a very bad idea.
Sincerely, Adam Severin From: Lauren Krieger To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4,2020 cup#20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 4:12:40 PM
EXTERNAL
To Whom It May Concern,
I have concerns regarding the proposed 7-Eleven on Berkeley and Wilshire:
1. Crime around 24 hour convenience stores is notorious 2. Loitering around this large parking lot will be inevitable and destructive 3. Traffic in this region is already unbearable 4. There are already too many markets and convenience stores in the neighborhood
Ask yourselves, what possible good occurrence can there be between the hours from 10 pm to 7 am??? Would you want to live next door to a 7-Eleven?
Thanks and I will be speaking to the Commission on November 4th.
Sincerely,
Lauren Krieger, MD From: Tica Oneill To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: TO; CARY FUKUL, Association Planner - 20ENT-0170 (CUP) 3032 ?Wilshire Boulevard Date: Thursday, October 22, 2020 4:51:20 PM
EXTERNAL
Cary Fukul, Associate Planner –
Our business is located right next door to this proposed 24-hour convenience store. We have already suffered various incidents during the construction period and we feel that this would detrimentally affect our safety and business.
A convenience store maybe ok – 24-hour access is NOT – such businesses attract people at all hours of the day and night who leave trash, smoke substances leavings butts, etc. I had to move my business from another strip center because of the nuisances caused by such a business. The sale of alcohol would be horrendous, I’m glad that is not part of this proposal – but if they are intending to add that later, then I say no to the whole CUP.
This building should be offices or other type of retail – not another convenience store, please. People will pull into our parking area which is small as it is instead of going around the corner to the building parking lot at the back – there is a bus stop so there is no parking available in front – Wilshire Blvd – side – and I can see folks double-parking causing a traffic mess and dangerous likelihood of accidents.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience.
Best,
Tica M. O’Neill
Patricia “Tica” M. O’Neill DRE # 00800185 Realtor Broker/Manager Molloy Real Estate Services 3020 A Wilshire Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90403 310-453-1172 ext 102
From: Nic Duquette To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: In support of 3032 Wilshire convenience store Date: Friday, October 23, 2020 7:21:05 PM
EXTERNAL
I am in favor of allowing a 7-11 or similar store at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. I live near Stanford & Arizona. What a great amenity to add to our neighborhood!
Nic
October 24th, 2020 Dear Planning Commissioner and Santa Monica City Council, I am writing to oppose the new 7-11 that is being voted on in early November. I have been a resident and homeowner in Santa Monica for the past 16 years. My daughter, 16, and I live on Yale street, just a couple of blocks from the proposed 7-11 location. We are both asking that you reconsider allowing this business to open due to the safety of our community. In the past 16 years we have seen the volume of criminal activity in our area increase exponentially, so much so that my daughter does not feel safe walking down Wilshire. If any of you have spent much time in any of the other local 7-11’s, you will find they are surrounded by people who do not necessarily have the best intentions and often are suffering from mental illness causing erratic and dangerous behavior. I recognize that there is not a liquor license request, at this time, but the 7-11 will still attract a criminal element into our neighborhoods. There is not a need for this 7-11 to open. If a parent, for example, the ideal candidate to utilize a 7-11 in the middle of the night, needs medication or milk they can go the Ralphs on Bundy and Wilshire or the CVS on SM Blvd and 26th. Additionally there are three other 7-11’s within a two mile radius of this proposed location, there is no need for a 4th location. It is a known fact that 7-11’s increase criminal activity, read this story about a 7-11 in Spokane: https://www.kxly.com/public-safety-report-cites-downtown-7-eleven-as-epicenter-of-crime-and- homelessness/ -- “Spokane Police said they have responded to roughly 450 calls this year just to this 7-Eleven. Those calls aren’t all drug related; they could be for trespassing, theft, or even just a medical call.” If you, Planning Commissioner and City Council care about our city, and the safety of your residents, you will oppose the installation of a 7-11 at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire. Thank you for your time. Best regards, Jen and Julia Carlson 1237 Yale Street #2 90404 16 year homeowners From: Nancy Broderick To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Agenda: 7-11 at Wilshire & Berkeley Date: Sunday, October 25, 2020 12:25:07 PM
EXTERNAL
As a Mid-City resident for over 20 years, I strongly object to the proposed 7-11 (24 hour) convenience store that is trying to get approved at the corner of Berkeley & Wilshire. There is absolutely no reason to have this 7-11 in my community. We don’t want a convenience store in our community. There’s much better use of the space & location, then to have a store opened 24 hours that will bring in crime & loitering. Shame on Santa Monica for even thinking this is acceptable!
Nancy Broderick 1317 Stanford St. #2 SM 90404 From: Emily Hodgdon To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020 CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, October 25, 2020 11:20:53 PM
EXTERNAL
To Whom It May Concern:
I STRONGLY oppose a 7-11 at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley St.
I live on Berkeley Street between Arizona and Santa Monica Blvd. with my family, including two elementary school aged children. We have been homeowners here for over 7 years. I do NOT want a 7-11 at the top of my street. There is already enough pedestrian traffic and noise from the Liquor store and Busby's on SM Blvd. at Berkeley. Additionally, Berkeley is also already a street that vehicles tend to drive down very quickly, as compared to adjacent streets, i.e. Stanford or Franklin. Ideally we'd have speed bumps installed, the vehicles are going that fast. I do NOT want additional traffic. My kids, especially during the pandemic, are outside a lot, and used to walk or bike to school. I'd like our environment to be safe.
Thank you, Emily H. From: Nancy Mozur To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7/11 plans Date: Monday, October 26, 2020 10:49:32 AM
EXTERNAL
I want to convey my opposition to placing a 7/eleven store on Berkeley and Wilshire corner in the new building just constructed. This will cause problems with loitering, crime, parking and traffic. As usual I doubt this was taken into consideration when the building was under development. We already have occurrences in the parking lot across the street. We also already have Bristol Farms and CVS to take care of neighborhood needs. Can the planning commission consider some business more beneficial to the needs of the city and neighborhoods which would maintain safety in Santa Monica? Thanks for your consideration. Sincerely, Nancy Mozur From: Cindy Lichtman To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: NOVEMBER 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, October 26, 2020 10:54:53 AM
EXTERNAL
I think it is utterly irresponsible to allow a 7-Eleven to open in a residential neighborhood. It is located directly across the street from me. I have felt unsafe during the construction of the building, not to mention the insane amount of noise and noise violations for which I had to call the police 3 times in 1 day! They were doing construction with drilling and jack hammers at 3am, which is illegal and was not permitted. And that was just the construction. By the way, each of the times I had to call the police, the construction was halted due to lack of proper permits. This is just one of the many examples and times that I had to phone authorities, and the store had yet to even open.
7-Eleven is a 24 hours business and is known for a clientele that loiters. To permit this to happen on a purely residential street is a violation of my being able to feel safe in my community and a guarantee that crime will escalate. I fear for my safety. We already have a significant problem with homeless people camping out on the street and in the alley, yelling at invisible people and creating fear. A 7-Eleven will only make this worse, not to mention conducting business literally 24/7. To permit this business would violate every aspect of common sense, decency and safety. You must not allow this happen. Please reject their permit.
Sincerely, Cynthia Lichtman From: Julia Khvan To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, October 26, 2020 2:39:29 PM
EXTERNAL
Good afternoon,
I’m contacting you regarding the plan of opening a 7-eleven store at the corner of Wilshire Blvd and Berkeley St. As a resident of 1228 Berkeley St I have my windows directly facing the parking lot of the 3032 Wilshire building and I’m not sure the opening of 24/7 business right in front of my windows is in line with my day to day schedule and lifestyle. As a brand new Santa Monica resident I moved to this area seeking a quiet and peaceful lifestyle that would also align with my professional activity. And my decision to move from Central LA area to Santa Monica was based solely on LA city officials failed policy to maintain crime and disturbance of piece in the area. I know on my personal experience what does it mean to have a 7-eleven even two blocks away from a residence building, and to be honest I don’t want my current area to also turn into the neighborhood with never stopping siren sounds and helicopter noise. With that said, I, as well as many other residents, strongly oppose the current plan of placing the 24-hour business next to our windows.
Best regards,
Julia Khvan -- Best,
Julia From: Planning To: Melissa Zak Subject: FW: Proposed 7-Eleven in Santa Monica Date: Monday, October 26, 2020 5:33:32 PM
From: Kimberly Jaffe
EXTERNAL
Please see below as I received an automated email that Cary is out of the office until Nov. 2nd. Thank you.
All the best, Kimberly Jaffe L.A. ANY DAY L.A. Entertainment Concierge™ LAAnyDay.com / @laanyday (310) 729-9626
Begin forwarded message:
From: Kimberly Jaffe
Hello,
There is a proposed 7-Eleven coming to 3032 Wilshire Blvd. A number of people I know want to speak out at the Zoom meeting against it coming to our neighborhood. The notice we received in the mail says we need to pre-register to speak about this proposal on a link, but the only link I notice is a BlueJeans link that when I type it in says the page I am looking for does not exist.
Can you please let me know where we pre-register for to speak at this zoom meeting? Thank you so very much.
Have a nice day.
All the best, Kimberly Jaffe L.A. ANY DAY L.A. Entertainment Concierge™ LAAnyDay.com / @laanyday (310) 729-9626
From: Cathy Weinberger To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Conditional Use - 7-11, 3032 Wilshire Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 3:15:07 PM
EXTERNAL
I am very much opposed to this use at this location. It is in the middle of a highly residential area, is not the original use that was previously shared with the neighborhood, and 7-11 is a magnet for homeless, and unsavory people to hangout. There are 3 or 4 7-11's in close proximity, and they attract just those elements that I mentioned.
There are too many unsavory, mentally challenged, and drug addicted people that already roam the neighborhood, this will just give them a place to congregate. I was appalled when I saw the use for this former bank project. During the looting and riots that we experienced in late May, the current neighborhood for this project was under attack and we were all very afraid.
I really can't believe that the City of Santa Monica greenlighted this project, and plan to subject those of us who live in the area to this. Shame on you!!! It seems it is always about the MONEY and you are quickly diminishing the quality of life for the residents of this once great city!!!
Catherine Weinberger 1308 Franklin Street From: Addy McIntosh To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Therese Kelly; Cary Fukui Subject: No on 7/11 Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 5:46:10 PM
EXTERNAL
Dear Members of the Santa Monica Planning Commission,
Regarding: 20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit
I am a resident in the area near this proposed Conditional Use Permit for a convenience store. I am overwhelmingly opposed to the usage of this property for a convenience store and among other things, opposed to any business that would operate 24-hours. This is a quiet neighborhood and a business such as this does not reflect the desires and needs for our community.
If you recall, there was a restaurant across the street where The Habit sits now. It was called (SOUTH). That business wasn’t even open 24-hours and the neighbors petitioned to have it closed due to noise, parking, and the added amount of people that congregated there. This idea for a 24-hour business is worse than that problem.
There are plenty of places nearby to go get needed supplies and the idea that this residential area would welcome a business like this is preposterous.
The residents in the area are happy to have this new development on the corner, but under no circumstances had we hoped the tenants would be operating 24-hours (7-Eleven). This is not best practices in land use and planning.
The Architectural Review Board did a nice job with this new building, keeping the unique character of this area with their material choices, color and sustainability, but this success will be lost if your commission changes the zoning to allow this CUP and allows 24-hour businesses to operate.
PLEASE Vote to DENY this petition and any further petitions for use of a 24- hour business.
Respectfully,
Adelaide McIntosh
Long time Santa Monica resident From: Sydnia Aldridge To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 5:57:03 PM
To whom it may concern,
When I learned that the beautiful development on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire was to be a 24-hour 7 Eleven I was deeply disheartened. We should not allow the 7 Eleven to move into this safe neighborhood. Below outlines a few reasons why this 7 Eleven should not be permitted:
Crime: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning especially near residential areas.
Loitering: The 60 spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24 hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits.
Traffic Safety: Delivery trucks authorized between 7am-11pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
Market Saturation: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr market in the area.
I hope this will be taken into consideration and put to rest.
Respectfully, Sydnia Aldridge From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 11:54:35 AM
EXTERNAL
RESIDENT CONCERNS:
Why? -when there is already a Bristol Farms, CVS and Bevmo in about 100 yards of this site --would you ever sanction this? It is outrageous. I object
Problems: • CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas • LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits • TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner • MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
Thank you
Charles (live on Stanford)
From: Susan Gross To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Susan Gross Subject: Proposed convenience store (7-11) at 3032 Wilshire Blvd,SM Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 1:55:45 PM
EXTERNAL
Dear Planning Commission:
Thank you for the opportunity for our neighborhood to weigh in on the proposed convenience store (7-11) at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Why would any planning commission approve such a store that FACES the residential neighborhood just south of there? Our neighborhood already has a high crime rate from the bar at Berkeley and Santa Monica and the amount of theft in Bristol Farm and businesses on Wilshire. This store will just be an additional magnet for those who have no place better to be.
And why are you asking the neighborhood NOW? The construction workers knew all along they were building a 7-11. Why wasn’t the neighborhood notified before the permit was approved and it was built? It sounds like this is just a courtesy public hearing and the deal is done.
Prove me wrong!
Not the right business for this neighborhood. We have a grocery store across the street and a liquor store/market two blocks away.
Please halt this application!
Susan Gross 1315 Stanford Street
From: Jeff Porter To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: NO on CUP for 7-11 on Wilshire Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 2:41:58 PM
EXTERNAL
Ms. Cary Fukui,
I am writing to adamantly oppose the CUP being sought for a 7-11 to go in at 3032 Wilshire. Issue: 20ENT-0170 (CUP)
1. We do not need a grocery store of any kind at this corner. We have a Bristol Farms, a Ralphs, and a Whole Foods well within reach. On the "convenience" side of things, Bristol Farms is walkable (and a mere 200 feet from where the 7-11 is proposed to be).
2. Santa Monica Police data shows that crime activity is high around any and all "convenience stores", especially due to the 24 hour nature of the business. Among our neighbors in vicinity, there are children and seniors who wou be at risk.
3. Homeless and other loitering is VERY common around 7-11's. This would greatly affect our neighborhood and is (see above) the reason for increased crime activity.
4. Due to the nature of convenience stores, and the above mentioned factors, property values would be affected here.
5. Berkeley Street, the cross street to 3032 Wilshire, is a major traffic thoroughfare; has been for years. Significant traffic problems will arise will the influx of business at this 7-11, and especially with the addition of the numerous, DAILY delivery vehicles.
6. We understand that this property is NOT zoned for convenience store use (thus the CUP application). There must be a very good reasons that Santa Monica has zoned in this way. We believe that the zoning should remain as is!
We demand that code SMMC Section 9, 9.11.020 remain in force and that a CUP is NOT issued in this instance.
Sincerely and concerned, Jeff Porter 1242 Berkeley Street Santa Monica, CA 90404 From: Daniel Norman To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Proposed 7-11 at corner of Berkeley and Wilshire Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 9:56:18 PM
EXTERNAL
As a resident two blocks away from this proposed location, I am writing to strongly oppose the opening of a 7-11 at this location. This corner does not need a business that serves alcohol around the clock in single serving sized containers nor does it need a place for vagrants and criminals to gather at all hours - so close to residences. We have seen the effects of 7-11 near Reed park, and do not need another neighborhood nuisance. There is ample access to groceries across the street and within a few blocks already, so the only “convenience” this store would provide is a convenient place for drug deals in the heart of a residential neighborhood.
Please consider that there is no local support for this business.
Sincerely, Daniel Norman 1060 Franklin Street
Sent from my iPhone From: Sandra Yagoda To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7 11 at Berkley and Wilshire Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020 7:43:25 AM
EXTERNAL
Hi. I oppose the 7 eleven on Berkley and Wilshire. It will bleed into the neighborhood and we have enough traffic as it it. Can’t we stop building and adding all these chains? There is a 7 11 by Barrington. Why do we need another. A target is going in at !6th and Wilshire. Isn’t that enough. Thank you. Sandra Yagoda
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From: Sarae Allyn To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: NO to the 7-11 on Wilshire & Berkeley! Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020 12:50:13 PM
EXTERNAL
Santa Monica Planning Commission -
As a long-time resident of Santa Monica, in the Collegiate Streets neighborhood, I am urging you to not approve the Conditional Use Permit (20ENT-0170) of the operation of a 24-hour convenience market (7-Eleven) within the existing new structure located in the Mixed-Use Boulevard (MUB) District.
As proven by the numerous existing 7-Eleven markets in the vicinity (Santa Monica - Wilshire & 7th, Santa Monica & 16th; West Los Angeles - Santa Monica & Wellesley, Bundy & Ohio and Wilshire & Barry) this addition will bring additional transients and vagrants to our neighborhood, leading to a decline in property values and increased concerns to safety.
I urge you to please decline the approval of this Conditional Use Permit for the 7-Eleven Market planned for 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Regards, Sarae Van Dyke 7+ year Santa Monica resident of the Collegiate Streets neighborhood From: Kaitlyn Tassiello To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 10:28:55 AM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern,
When I learned that the beautiful development on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire was to be a 24-hour 7 Eleven I was deeply disheartened. We should not allow the 7 Eleven to move into this safe neighborhood. Below outlines a few reasons why this 7 Eleven should not be permitted:
Crime: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning especially near residential areas.
Loitering: The 60 spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24 hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits.
Traffic Safety: Delivery trucks authorized between 7am-11pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
Market Saturation: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr market in the area.
I hope this will be taken into consideration and put to rest.
Respectfully, Kaitlyn Tassiello From: Stacey Abarbanel To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 12:31:36 PM
EXTERNAL
Dear Mr. Fukui and Planning Department:
By now you’ve heard a loud chorus of dissent from Santa Monica residents—tax payers like me who make possible your salary—regarding having a 24-hour 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. Suite A. I’m writing to join my voice to the outcry and urge you to listen to residents who DO NOT want a 24-hour convenience store near our homes. This is not a business that residents need; there are five markets (including one right across the street) and four other 24- hour stores within a mile radius, including three other 7-Elevens. The addition of another 7- Eleven will only bring crime and noise, not convenience.
As you well know, there is a referendum under way in our city this election, because residents consistently feel UNHEARD and DISMISSED. Now is not the time to continue practices that diminish the concerns of the very people you are supposed to be serving. Please DO NOT give a permit for a 24-hour 7-Eleven at this site.
Thank you for your consideration,
Stacey Ravel Abarbanel 1039 Harvard Street Santa Monica CA 90403
[email protected] cell: 310/736-5300 From: Mandy M Stackel To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 12:39:16 PM
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NO ON 7-11
I just received my exorbitant property tax bill and learned of the proposed lease to 7-11 at the property address of 3032 Wilshire Blvd, Suite A in Santa Monica.
This property will increase criminal and activity in a residential community. It will also increase the problem of homeless activity already a problem on Wilshire Bl. It invites loitering and will create an unsafe environment. It will also increase traffic and noise.
This business adds nothing to residents only feelings of instability. There are many markets available in the area.
Please do what is right for property owners and tax paying citizens and refuse this to move forward.
Madeleine Mizrahi 1023 Harvard Street From: Danielle Vick To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 12:57:08 PM
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Dear Mr. Fukui and Planning Department:
By now you’ve heard a loud chorus of dissent from Santa Monica residents—tax payers like me who make possible your salary—regarding having a 24-hour 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. Suite A. I’m writing to join my voice to the outcry and urge you to listen to residents who DO NOT want a 24-hour convenience store near our homes. This is not a business that residents need; there are five markets (including one right across the street) and four other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including three other 7-Elevens. The addition of another 7-Eleven will only bring crime and noise, not convenience.
As you well know, there is a referendum under way in our city this election, because residents consistently feel UNHEARD and DISMISSED. Now is not the time to continue practices that diminish the concerns of the very people you are supposed to be serving. Please DO NOT give a permit for a 24-hour 7-Eleven at this site.
Thank you for your consideration,
Danielle Vick 1060 Harvard Street Santa Monica, CA 90403 [email protected] 310-938-1337 --
Danielle Vick www.daniellevick.com [email protected]
From: jacob.pullen To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui; [email protected] Subject: 24 hour 7-Eleven Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 1:16:24 PM
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Dear Mr. Fukui and Planning Department:
By now you’ve heard a loud chorus of dissent from Santa Monica residents—tax payers like me who make possible your salary—regarding having a 24-hour 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. Suite A. I’m writing to join my voice to the outcry and urge you to listen to residents who DO NOT want a 24-hour convenience store near our homes. This is not a business that residents need; there are five markets (including one right across the street) and four other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including three other 7-Elevens. The addition of another 7-Eleven will only bring crime and noise, not convenience.
As you well know, there is a referendum under way in our city this election, because residents consistently feel UNHEARD and DISMISSED. Now is not the time to continue practices that diminish the concerns of the very people you are supposed to be serving. Please DO NOT give a permit for a 24-hour 7-Eleven at this site.
Thank you for your consideration,
Jacob Pullen Jennifer Pullen [email protected] North of Wilshire Residents From: Anne Gillmore-Pizzuto To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 1:35:35 PM
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To whom it may concern
I’ve been a resident of Santa Monica since 1998. My husband and I found a home and raised our two sons in this wonderful community. SM has changed over the years which increasingly has been concerning with over development, vagrancy and especially crime. Now I am alerted that there is a consideration of a 24 hour 7-eleven store on the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. Please don’t approve it! Our neighborhood cannot endure any more vagrants loitering on Wilshire and the inevitable criminal activities. Our community will undoubtedly be against this wholeheartedly. Please show the residents the respect and care to safe guard our neighborhood. Please don’t approve this plan. Thank you Anne Pizzuto From: T. Lu To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 1:41:31 PM
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Commissioners:
No one around here wants a crime magnet in our neighborhood. Please do not allow this business to operate in this neighborhood. This commission will be defying the wishes of every resident and making this neighborhood less safe if you allow a 7-11 to occupy 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Thank you.
Truman Lu From: Kjbloore To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP#20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 2:39:52 PM
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I live in the neighborhood where the above variance is being requested. I can't imagine that the City of Santa Monica would OK something like this. It is being requested so that a 7-ll store can locate there and operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week. This is a quiet residential neighborhood. We don't need any other establishment to operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. There is a Ralphs grocery 7 blocks east on Bundy and Wilshire that is open 24 hours a day. There is a CVS drug store on 26th and Santa Monica Blvd. that is open 24 hours a day. There is absolutely nothing that a 7-ll could offer that could not be found at one of those two establishments.
If you are uncertain of the damage this would cause to our neighborhood, just drive a mile east on Wilshire to Barrington Avenue and observe the 7-ll located there. Stay awhile and look at the number of car trips in an hour and observe the individuals loitering outside the store. WE DO NOT NEED THIS .
This permit should be denied, and it should be understood that any store operating 24/7 is not welcome there or anywhere else in this neighborhood.
Kay Bloore From: Audrey To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4,2020: CUP#20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 3:33:14 PM
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Dear Planning Commission
I have lived in Santa Monica since 1975. I've seen many changes in this city that I love. Some good, some bad. I've never written to you before. However, upon hearing that a 7-11 store is in the planning phase to be built in my neighborhood, I am propelled to write and strongly oppose this idea. I have witnessed, over the years, that people hang outside of the 7-11 on Seventh and Wilshire. People begging for money; people make lewd comments to women walking in or out of the store. I long ago stopped patronizing the 7-11. Besides, we have many pharmacies in our neighborhood that supply all the items one would need from a 7-11. I do not see any need for this type of business to be located in my neighborhood. Please do not green light this proposal.
Thank you for your time,
Audrey Goldenberg 841 Stanford Street Santa Monica, CA 90403 (310) 383-7890 From: Susan Chooljian To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 3:59:40 PM
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Dear Santa Monica Planning Commission,
There is no need for a 7-11 in this neighborhood, especially one with 24/7 hours. There is one at 7th and Wilshire and one at Barrington an Wilshire. I will tell you that I do not frequent either because the people that linger about at both, do not make me feel safe. You are clearly inviting crime into the neighborhood.
When will you and the city council put the home owners and their families who are paying your salaries first? We have not needed this establishment and you would be smart to protect our citizens from this kind of business. There are plenty of places that are less than a mile away that a particular party can find 24/7 items. Gas station mini marts, CVS etc…
Do the right thing and do not allow this business to open at the edge of a quiet neighborhood where family lives.
We are already surrounded by homeless that are stealing our bikes, water hoses, lawn furniture etc.. and trespassing or defecating in our yards. This type of business attracts that kind of party and it would be much appreciated if you would be mindful of this when making choices for our community. Don’t forget the AM/PM that was installed on 14th and Montana that is gone now. It brings the quality of a neighborhood down. If you look at it like that, then in the long run it will be money out of your pocket, which I’m sure what this is all about anyway.
I speak for my whole family…do not allow this establishment anywhere near Wilshire and Berkley. You will see crime go up and it will be on your hands.
Thank you for your time and for reading this protest of your granting permission to 7-11 establishing roots in this quiet neighborhood.
Best,
Susan Chooljian 449 14th street Santa Monica, CA 90402 310/ 994-4042 [email protected] From: Shaun Jacobs To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Objection to Proposed 7-11 at Berkeley and Wilshire Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 4:14:16 PM
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Dear Planning Commission I strongly object to having a 7-11 at Wilshire and Berkeley. I live on Franklin Street only a couple of blocks away. A 7-11 will increase, crime, noise and exacerbate the parking and traffic issues in an already congested area. In addition there is no need for it. Bristol Farms is basically across the street and there is another liquor store a few blocks to the west on Wilshire and 24th Street.
Thank you for your consideration. Please vote no on this proposal.
Shaun Dabby Jacobs (310) 365-6227 [email protected]
Sent from my iPhone From: jay jay To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 4:31:19 PM
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Hello,
We live near this proposed location and we strongly oppose the opening of a 7-11.
We understand this will increase the crime in our area. We have small children and vulnerable senior citizens living in our multi family housing.
We are always looking for opportunities to reduce crime in our area not increase.
Please do not allow the opening of a 7-11 in our area. It does not serve our neighborhood well.
Thanks,
Alison From: Pooch Whammy Music To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 4:50:40 PM
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Dear Planning Commission- We are firmly against a 24 hour 7/11 convenience store at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. There is nothing positive that a 24 hour convenience store can add to our neighborhood and there are far more potential negatives that can impact our area. Please do not allow this to happen. We do not want it here.
Respectfully, Michael Alemania Berkeley Street resident From: Trenten Clark To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 6:48:52 PM
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I'm writing to express my concerns over the proposed occupancy of a 7-eleven 24 hr. convenience store on the SW corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Street.
I would like it to be noted that both I, and many other residents in the immediate vicinity, oppose having yet another convenience store in the surrounding area. 24-hour convenience stores are notorious for bringing crime to a given area.
Having this type of convenience store is not needed or desired - if you take into consideration the neighbors I have spoken with so far.
There are virtually unlimited alternatives in the area if someone needs a midnight snack, including the many delivery services that operate in the neighborhood.
Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Best, Trenten Clark 1344 Franklin st. -- "I learned this, at least, by my experiment; that if one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours." ~ Thoreau From: Glenda Zelichov To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7-Eleven Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 8:49:25 PM
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Residents in the neighborhood are extremely disappointed & concerned that the City is even considering allowing a 24 hour 7-eleven as a tenant in the newly built property at the corner of Wilshire & Berkley. There is absolutely no need for this type of establishment in this area.
The downside of allowing this type of operation are numerous and it would seem quite unnecessary to point this out to the Planning Commission. It seems that the issue of increased crime & offering a hang out for homeless people in this primarily residential area of Santa Monica both north & south of Wilshire has been totally overlooked in favor of the landlord whose only concern is to lease the property as soon as possible.
I would implore you to reconsider this extremely negative idea that’s been contemplated. I am sure that the safety of residents is more important than accommodating a landlord who has no interest in keeping our neighborhood safe.
Thank you & I hope you will carefully reassess this decision in favor of the residents.
Glenda Zelichov 855 Stanford Street [email protected]
Sent from my iPhone From: Kimberly Murphy To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: No to 7-11 Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 9:36:01 PM
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Hello,
There is no need for a 7-11 in our neighborhood. There is a grocery store, CVS even a 7-11 on Santa Monica Blvd. I lived on 6th and Washington for many years. The 7-11 on Wilshire and 7th, once a nice neighborhood convenience store now is a meeting place for struggling transient people.
Now is NOT the time for more “convenience” in Santa Monica but solutions to our floundering economy and the growing homeless population. 7-11 will is not part of the solution but will continue to contribute to the problem.
Thank you.
Warm Regards, Kimberly Murphy Sent from my iPhone From: Roya Sayyah To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7 Eleven Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 9:40:21 PM
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To whom it may concern I am a resident of Santa Monica on Yale and Wilshire . I heard about possibly opening 7 Eleven on the corner of my house . This is not happening. We do not want 7 Eleven so close to our house . We are paying high tax for this expensive neighborhood and do not want have 7 Eleven here . Please abandon this stupid idea . You can bring a nice out door cafe or bakery not 7 eleven please. Thank you From: Dr Ellyn Singer To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Proposed seven eleven in Berkeley Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 9:52:02 PM
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Dear planning Committee
I am firmly against a proposed 7- eleven coming into the neighborhood . I LIVE In the 1300 block of Berkely street. We have increased crime and traffic already and do not need more traffic congestion. I feel this would create further instability in our neighborhood . Please do not permit this from happening !
Ellyn Singer, PSYD, MFT
Sent from my iPhone From: Ellyn Singer To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Nov 4 20ent Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 9:58:06 PM
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I firmly Oppose the proposed plan for a 7 eleven to move I tot he neighborhood. We have too much traffic, violence and theft . Please do not impose this on us. There are many sisters bewr by this his not necessary
Ellyn aSi ger zzz PsyD, MFT
Sent from my iPhone From: Caryn Mimoun To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7 Eleven Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 10:03:17 PM
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We do not need the congestion nor do we need a 24 hour market. We have Ralph’s. This is not a good fit for our community Caryn Mimoun.
Sent from my iPad From: Kelly Nadeau To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7 11 store Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 10:07:23 PM
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To whom it may concern,
I strongly do not want a 7-Eleven store on Berkeley and Wilshire. I live on Franklin Street. We have children. We do not want transients rooming around half dead in our streets endangering our neighborhood. Please do not approve this horrible request. I have lived here for over 20 years and have a good grip on what's going on in the neighborhood. This will be catastrophic to our safety. Please do not approve this store opening in our neighborhood!
Longtime Santa Monica resident Kelly Nadeau 310-647-7133 1244 Franklin Street, Santa Monica, 90404
Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From: Mandy Epler To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7/11 on Berkeley and Wilshire Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 11:15:26 PM
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Hello - I’m writing to oppose the proposed 7/11 on Berkeley and Wilshire. This is a family area with many young children and we have no need for a 24/7 convenient store when there are quite a few close by. It will only bring transients and other homeless to our area (as it has the other 2 on Wilshire).
A concerned citizen and parent, Mandy From: Lisawinick To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Please no 7-11 at Berkeley & Wilshire!! Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 1:18:32 AM
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We live here and do not want or need this!! Lisa Winick
[email protected] 310.738.0576 Sent from my iPhone From: Barbara May To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Berkeley & Wilshire 7 11 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 7:37:39 AM
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Please don’t allow the 7-11 to go in at Berkeley & Wilshire. From: George Cobra To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 8:38:50 AM
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I object to this 7-Eleven going ahead because of these issues • CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas. • LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. SMPD safety assessment confirms these concerns. • TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner. • MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market! .MORE TRASH :There will alway be more trash left in the parking lot & on the street MORE NOISE : Vehicle & People Noise
Kind Regards Maggie Vidovic Resident of Stanford st Santa Monica
Sent from my iPhone From: E To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 9:24:04 AM
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Cary Fukui,
Please do NOT approve 20ENT-0170. There is already a 7-11 on Wilshire and Lincoln, which is a complete magnet for drug use. At least once a week (in most cases several times a week) SaMo Police is responding to calls at this location and you can see for yourself on the instagram handle @santamonicapromblems.
I am urging you to not approve this permit. I am a concerned citizen that wants to live in a drug free environment.
-- Best,
ESTEBAN DI MASI
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REGARDING 7/11 IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD
ARE YOU AWARE OF THE CRIME IN SANTA MONICA?? HAVE YOU SEEN THE 7/11 JUST DOWN THE STREET? VAGRANTS HANGING OUT + TRAFFIC WE DON'T NEED OR WANT A 7/11 ON OUR CORNER.
THEY BUILT A NICE BUILDING AND YOU WANT TO PUT A 7/11 THERE?? JUST A WASTE OF SPACE AND MORE TRAFFIC ON AN ALREADY BUSY INTERSECTION. WE ALL WANT TO MOVE IF THIS IS APPROVED!!
OUR WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD SAYS NO TO 7/11 PLEASE CONSIDER THIS. THANKS BERKELEY ST. RESIDENT From: Peter Goetz To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Another 7-11? Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 11:50:38 AM
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Dear Carey Fukui, Please do not consider another 7-11 on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire. Ours is a family neighborhood and it is a known fact that a 7-11 attracts homeless and unstable people at all hours. Because of the horrendous population of homeless and mentally ill and drug addicted people that already mar our family area, we are very concerned. Our children cannot safely walk or ride their bikes anywhere near Wilshire already and this is not acceptable. We live in fear in our own neighborhood and this is very sad. Please let us try to make Santa Monica be the lovely city it used to be, before we let the homeless and the greed problem get so out of hand. Thank you Peter and Connie Goetz
Sent from my iPhone From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7 - 11 at Wilshire and Berkley ? Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 12:11:30 PM
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Dear Planning Commission,
I am writing to you to please consider not approving the 7-11 at Wilshire and Berkley. We live a few blocks away and feel there is ample shopping with parking in the neighborhood. How many 7- 11's do we need ? There are already 2 on Wilshire Blvd. Why is it that Santa Monica Government refuses to do anything for it's local residents ? You seem intent on totally destroying our once beautiful city. Are you getting even with us for living here ? This feels like some kind of act of vengeance. There is no good that will come out of this if it is approved. There is not one good reason for approving this other than to appease whomever owns the property. I am appalled by the way we have no say about anything having to do with your decisions. I sincerely hope that the entire city council is voted out and you don't use this as another way to get even. a very angry resident ...and no , I don't have to sign this. I still have some choices. From: Amy Liu To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 12:23:21 PM
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We vote no on 7eleven!!!! From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Fwd: 7 - 11 at Wilshire and Berkley ?November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 12:29:06 PM
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] To: [email protected]
Dear Planning Commission,
I am writing to you to please consider not approving the 7-11 at Wilshire and Berkley. We live a few blocks away and feel there is ample shopping with parking in the neighborhood. How many 7- 11's do we need ? There are already 2 on Wilshire Blvd. Why is it that Santa Monica Government refuses to do anything for it's local residents ? You seem intent on totally destroying our once beautiful city. Are you getting even with us for living here ? This feels like some kind of act of vengeance. There is no good that will come out of this if it is approved. There is not one good reason for approving this other than to appease whomever owns the property. I am appalled by the way we have no say about anything having to do with your decisions. I sincerely hope that the entire city council is voted out and you don't use this as another way to get even. a very angry resident ...and no , I don't have to sign this. I still have some choices. From: Jin Burch To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7-11 BERKELEY AND WILSHIRE Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 12:43:05 PM
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I WELCOME THE STORE IN THE HOOD. WE NEED SMALL BUSINESS DOING WELL. From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 1:35:12 PM
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Please do not approve a 24 hour Seven Eleven store in our residential neighborhood. We do NOT need any additional more crime. This is a terrible idea and threatens our neighborhood, residents and our children, not to mention has an adverse effect on the value of our homes, which is our biggest asset.
Thank you for your consideration!
Cheryl Murphy 808 Yale Street Santa Monica, CA 90403
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From: Carrie Ajnassian To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments Cc: David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Re: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit). OPPOSE Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 1:37:02 PM
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Dear Planning Commissioners, I am opposing a new 24-hour 7-Eleven Convenience Store on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. & Berkeley St. for the following reasons:
• CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas • LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits • TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner • MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
Safety is number one concern for every resident. Please reconsider having a 7-Eleven store in our immediate residential area.
Carrie Ajnassian From: Meridee Joseph To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 3032 Wilshire - 7-Eleven Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 1:57:15 PM
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As president of Stanford House HOA, and resident of 1229 Stanford St. #6, I am strongly opposed to having a 24-hour convenience store a block from our homes.
I no longer visit ANY 7-Elevens at any time because I do not feel safe there. They attract a rough crowd, especially in the evening. They are a haven for the homeless and others who loiter in the parking lot and taunt customers. I will not sleep easy if the same people who have scared me at 7- Eleven are now a short walking distance from my home.
With several Santa Monica grocery stores open almost 24 hours and a CVS that is open 24 hours, 7- Eleven does not offer anything that our neighborhood cannot get elsewhere.
Thank you for your consideration.
Meridee Joseph 1229 Stanford St. #6 Santa Monica, CA 90404
From: Christine E. Donald To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: No 7-11 at Wilshire and Berkley Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 2:04:51 PM
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I oppose opening a 7-11 24 hour convenience mini market at Wilshire and Berkley. That is a very busy intersection, especially with traffic going south on Berkley and the off set nature of the streets. Drivers already don't understand how to make the turns at the intersection . I have lived here for 42 years and avoid making a northwest turn off of Berkley at all costs and that is without the addition of the new businesses. Add into that a steady stream of traffic trying to get in and out of the parking lot to the south of the building. Why do we need a 24 hour market? Could it not close by 10pm? Who needs to be buying liquor or cigarettes in the middle of the night? The middle of the night disruption would be horrible especially for the adjacent neighborhood. That was a major issue with the previous proposed building 4-5?? years ago. We already have a number of food stores in the immediate area. This isn't, in my opinion, the best use of the space.
Thanks for your consideration,
Christine Donald From: Kathryn Tomlinson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 3:12:14 PM
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Hello, Our family is strongly opposed to any plans to build a 7/11 store on Wilshire Ave near Berkeley. We are parents of a two year old, and avoid the existing 7/11 store on Wilshire near Reed Park, due to constant loiterers, trash on the sidewalk, and the potential for unsafe conditions. We don’t feel there is a need for a 7/11 in the area near Berkeley Avenue to begin with, as there’s already one down the street on Wilshire, and this stretch of wilshire near Berkeley already has a glut of existing prepared food and grocery stores. Overall, we are strongly opposed to building one there due to safety issues. I simply won’t feel safe walking in that part of the neighborhood. Please listen to the neighbors who live on and walk these streets daily and do not approve. Thank you.
Katie, Jeff, and Annie Tomlinson 2507 California Avenue From: Pam Marks To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 24 Hour Convenience Store Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 3:27:23 PM
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I live at 1229 Stanford Street. I am opposed to having a 24 hour convenience store on the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. We already have a very big problem with homeless people with mental illness that have been attacking people and stealing in our area. The parking lot for this property is adjacent to people's residents. The noise and traffic would be a big problem in our area. It is already a problem with all of the development that has been going on in our area.
A 24 hour convenience store would be a magnet for people to hang out creating noise and other more serious problems.
We already have two 24 hour stores on Wilshire Boulevard and two 24 hour stores on Santa Monica Boulevard. We don't need more. We also have Bristol Farms, Trader Joes, and CVS all within a few blocks of each other. Along with Erewhon. There is a CVS at the corner of 26th and Santa Monica that is open 24 hours. How many stores of this type do we need?
Please help us to keep our neighborhood safe and provide what we need and want in our area. And, that is definitely not a 24 hour convenience store.
Thank you for listening to me. I hope that you will make the right decision for the people in our area and provide what we want.
Pamela Marks Pam Marks [email protected] From: grace byers To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Nov 4,2020:CUP#20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 3:34:49 PM
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I am against a 7/11 going in on Wilshire and Berkeley. This is not a “community business”. It does not provide a service or product that is needed in this area and ALL 7/11’s attract transients regardless of how well they are managed.
Sincerely, Grace Byers 90403
Sent from my iPhone From: Dani LeShay To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui Subject: Outrage over Proposed 7-Eleven at Corner of Berkeley and Wilshire Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 4:02:53 PM
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Dear Planning Commission of Santa Monica,
Thank you in advance for reading the below concerns surrounding the proposed new 7-Eleven for the at the corner of my street.
For some background, I have been a tax-paying, law-abiding citizen of Santa Monica for the past 8 years. I'm a liberal millennial working in the entertainment industry at a large tech company and have just moved into a new house on the 900 block of Berkeley Street. Our home took over 2 1/2 years to renovate in large part due to the hurdles and sometimes head- scratching mandates of the Santa Monica Building and Safety department. Alas, I love my new home, my fiancé and I had big plans to have a backyard wedding pre-pandemic and are grateful everyday for our property. However, over the past few years, and more glaringly, months, we have been victims of crime, witnessed horrible acts and have grown impatient and ashamed of how Santa Monica has hit rock bottom. Granted we can't solve a lot of these problems by preventing a 7-Eleven on our street, but I firmly believe it's a start. Here are a few points and anecdotes that have inspired me to write to you.
1. Homeless, Mentally Ill and Drug Use Consistently On Our Street and Neighborhood: Since moving into our place, we still have construction crews/landscapers working on the finishing touches and have kept our porta-potty in the alley. Every day we have multiple "visitors" to the toilet. One day, we found a needle outside of the toilet, a few days later, a homeless person was pleasuring himself in there. I don't think word got out about the accessible toilet, rather, our community is overrun with transients. Yesterday alone, there was a man carrying a sleeping bag up through the middle of the street yelling about his IQ score! Once when walking my dog with my friend on Berkeley and Arizona we had to run back to her house because we were being yelled at by a stranger in the dark. 2. Current Criminal Activity on Berkeley St. Within Last 3 Months: I'm living in complete fear in my new home. I have never seen a police unit on my street or in my alley and we don't have a private patrol like some of my neighbors north of Montana. Also, due to SM Building Code, I cannot have a fence higher than 42" so feel completely exposed. I want to create a fortress. Here is the crime I'm aware of on my block: 1. Wednesday, October 28: My gardener's truck was stolen from in front of my house at 10:30am! I have a video of the criminal taking the truck. Luckily the truck was found, but this is a total violation of safety! 2. Friday, October 30: My neighbor 4 doors down posted on Ring a video of a man breaking into his front gate and trying to break into his house. My neighbor says this is the 3rd time this same person has trespassed on his property. Cops are called, nothing is done. 3. Wednesday, August 12: My car was parked in front of my house and ransacked at 11pm. I have a video of the crime on security camera. Unfortunately there was no way of identifying any of the suspects. 3. Criminal Activity at 7-Eleven on 7th and Wilshire: In 2015, I served on a Jury in a criminal case involving a bike robbery at the corner of 7th and Wilshire. The SMPD officer that testified said that the corner of 7th and Wilshire had the highest crime log in the city of Santa Monica and he attributed it to the 7-Eleven being there. He described the business as one that highly attracts transients and illegal behavior. 4. Why a 24-Hour Convenience Store in a Highly Residential Area?: There are already 2 7-Elevens on Wilshire Blvd. between Ocean and the 405. Both of which are in more business heavy, downtown areas. What is the *need* for one in an area that is mostly made up of houses? Absolutely none! 5. Decrease in Property Values = Fewer Tax Dollars in the Santa Monica Gov't Account: Finally, my family purchased this property in June 2018. We have invested a lot of money, time and energy into building it and know it accounts for 5-figures of property taxes every year for the City of Santa Monica. I'm certain with the arrival of a 7-Eleven, crime will go up, our property value will plummet and property taxes with it, this is a direct fiscal impact on the city.
Thank you for reading and listening to me voice my concerns. I look forward to the discussion in this coming week's hearing and hope you are all looking at the impact of the current 7- Eleven on the health, safety and well-being of Santa Monica.
@CaryFukui - Please send me the project file, as I wish to review what the planning commission is also reviewing.
Regards, Danielle LeShay From: Vonda Shepard To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 4:04:43 PM
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Hi there,
We very much are opposed to a 24 hour 7-11 on Wilshire, in S.M. We have enough traffic and stores already on Wilshire, and we certainly do not want all that comes with a 24 hour convenience store, including loitering. This is a neighborhood with many children.
Thank you for considering our opposition,
Vonda and Mitchell Froom
1114 Harvard St. S.M., CA 90403 From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 11/4/2020 CUP #20-ENT 0170 hearing re 7-11 at Wilshire/Berkeley Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 5:29:54 PM
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Reference hearing on 11/4/20 CUP #20ENT-0170 I would like to like to lodge my protest against the proposed 7-11 tenant of the remodeled building at Wilshire and Berkeley. This store will seriously negatively impact the safety in our neighborhood 1. 24 hour 7-11 stores are known magnets for people loitering 2. They are known crime magnets especially petty crime 3. Increases in the number of vehicles will compromise traffic safety on an already dangerous intersection .
This can’t be allowed to go forward Thank you Carolyn Cohen 1200 block of Stanford Street
Sent from my iPhone From: Matt Kunitz To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 7:01:17 PM
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As a long time Santa Monica resident, I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
We don’t need another 7-11. There are at least two others on Wilshire within less than a mile or two in each direction. See attached map.
A 24 hour convenience store will become a significant disruption to the homes just feet away from this location.
Please do not allow another 7-11 in our neighborhood.
Matt Kunitz Santa Monica Resident
From: Meridee Joseph To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Re: 3032 Wilshire - 7-Eleven Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 7:05:15 PM
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Reference hearing on 11/4/20 CUP #20ENT-0170 As president of Stanford House HOA, and resident of 1229 Stanford St. #6, I am strongly opposed to having a 24-hour convenience store a block from our homes.
I no longer visit ANY 7-Elevens at any time because I do not feel safe there. They attract a rough crowd, especially in the evening. They are a haven for the homeless and others who loiter in the parking lot and taunt customers. I will not sleep easy if the same people who have scared me at 7- Eleven are now a short walking distance from my home.
With several Santa Monica grocery stores open almost 24 hours and a CVS that is open 24 hours, 7- Eleven does not offer anything that our neighborhood cannot get elsewhere.
Thank you for your consideration.
Meridee Joseph
1229 Stanford St. #6
Santa Monica, CA 90404
From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Cary Fukui Subject: 20ENT-0170 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2020 8:50:43 PM
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Attn: Cary Fukai, Associate Planner Re: 20ENT-0170
Hello, My name is Paul Phillips and I own and reside at 1171 Stanford St. Unit #2, 90403. I am writing to you ahead of the November 4 Public Hearing on the subject of a Conditional Use Permit for 3032 Wilshire Blvd. The applicant is requesting to allow the operation of a 24 hour convenience market. This project is on Berkeley and Wilshire and I live one block away on Stanford and Wilshire.
I am strongly opposed to this due to the following reasons:
This is not the neighborhood for a 24 hour market. These 24 hour markets should be placed on more major cross sections on Wilshire. Berkeley is a much quieter neighborhood, street and location.
A 7-11 type market is not required for this area. There is already 7-11’s one mile to the east on Barrington and one mile to west on 7th. Why have a 7-11 every mile on Wilshire Blvd?
The neighborhood is already saturated with enough markets. There is Ralphs, Bristol Farms, Erewhon, Trader Joes and Whole Foods all within one mile of each other on Wilshire.
The developer for this project is in Colorado. They know nothing of this neighborhood and are just trying to increase the lease potential of this property with no regard to the actual neighborhood. This is wrong.
Please do not issue the permit for this market.
Regards,
Paul Phillips 1171 Stanford St. #2 Santa Monica CA 90403 From: Elian Paiuk To: Planning Commission Comments; Galitpaiuk Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 8:56:24 AM
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To Santa Monica City:
I am a resident of the City of Santa Monica and I oppose the construction of a new 7-11 on Wilshire. The city needs new, unique businesses that will bring vibrant life to the city, not a chain that duplicates existing services and brings nothing that adds to City life. In addition, we do not need another 24 hour business that will attract loitering and crime. This service is unnecessary and worsens the residents' quality of life with noise at night close to a residential zone. Please vote against this development and focus our city on promoting unique developments that make our city a desirable destination.
Thank you,
Sincerely
Elian Paiuk 1120 Harvard St From: Terri de la pena To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 10:12:18 AM
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This neighborhood has lost many local restaurants and small businesses, but certainly we do not need a 7-11 store on the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. That used to be the site of a Bank of America branch with an ATM which was very convenient for us locals. However, a 7-11 would do nothing but attract an already unruly homeless population into this neighborhood. The Bristol Farms market across the street has been very successful in keeping loiterers out of its parking lot and entrance. I feel very safe shopping at that market. Across the street, a 7-11 store would have the opposite effect on my safety concerns.
Since we are on the eastern edge of Santa Monica, we already experience an influx of homeless people from West Los Angeles. A 7-11 store would only be a magnet for them to advance into Santa Monica. We do not need that!
As a 73-year-old who goes on early morning walks, I have so far been successful in avoiding unpleasant encounters with aggressive homeless individuals. I would not relish having a 7-11 store in this area that could impair my safety.
We the taxpayers are tired of having our issues overlooked in this city. I was born and raised in Santa Monica and am embarrassed at what my hometown has become. Please keep out another 7-11 store at Wilshire and Berkeley in Santa Monica.
Mary T. de la Pena 1342 Stanford Street, Unit 8 Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 453-6821
Sent from my iPad From: Annette Tatum To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments; David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Fwd: Opposing the 7-Elleven Store in our Immediate Neighborhood Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 11:10:40 AM
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To: Santa Monica Planning Commission From: Northeast Neighbors Re: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit). Oppose Dear Planning Commissioners, We are opposing a new 24-hour 7-Eleven Convenience Store on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. & Berkeley St. for the following reasons:
• CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas • LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits • TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner • MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
Safety is number one concern for every resident. Please reconsider having a 7- Elleven store in our immediate residential area.
Annette Tatum Resident 1233 Berkeley ( across the street from proposed location) From: Tracey MacGregor To: Planning Commission Comments; Planning Commission Comments Subject: Proposed 7-11 at Wilshire Blvd. and Berkeley Street. 20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 11:30:04 AM
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To Santa Monica PLanning Commission Please see the attached two page petition from residents at 1242 Berkeley Street.
From: Tracey MacGregor To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 11:51:46 AM
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Planning Commission, I am writing to share my complete and utter disagreement with the proposed 7-11 convenience store at Wilshire Blvd. and. Berkeley St. I have been a home owner on Berkeley Street for over 20 years and have seen the neighborhood change, both in good and bad ways. This proposed change is absolutely one of the worst decisions you can make to this neighborhood and its residents. Your decision to even consider this 7-11 convenience store acknowledges your complete lack of integrity and honesty. When the residents met to discuss the use permit and spoke to developers, we were promised that whatever would be put in there (we were told restaurants and a gym) would only help our community and not impact us in any negative way. Well, I would like to know what has changed? Could it be money that was paid to you by the huge corporation that owns the 7-11 franchise? There are many 7-11 stores already in this neighbor within 3 to 4 blocks! We have many convenience and grocery stores that are open till late for hospital and other workers in the neighborhood. We already have trucks going up and down our street all hours of the day to delivery to other businesses, we already have enough trash thrown about on our street to fill multiple trash cans, we already have homeless individuals (who thrive on convenience store traffic) using our street as a bathroom and shelter, we already have a huge rising crime rate, and we have already been baited and switched by our city government officials. I am only asking that you consider us as people and ask yourself if you would like to live within yards of a 7-11. I am only asking you to adhere to your promise to us residents and show us your integrity in a time when respect and consideration is at an all time low especially from our elected officials. Sincerely, Tracey MacGregor 1242 Berkeley St, Santa Monica, CA 90404 From: [email protected] To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Berkeley & Wilshire - NO 7-11 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 12:01:36 PM
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Planning Commission-
Please do not allow a 7-11 at Berkeley and Wilshire. Take a look at the 7-11 on Wilshire & 7th st, 7-11 16th and Santa Monica Blvd? Those are both higher crime areas and attract homeless and people with mental health issues.
There is a CVS nearby, Markets, BevMo etc.
Do not let 2020 close with another blight on the residents. There are no Pro's to this unless it is just money for the City.
Kelly Horrigan 310-562-5332 From: Shane Stuart To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 12:23:25 PM
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Hello,
I am a resident of 1211 Berkeley, which is directly across street from the potential 7-Eleven that is seeking approval.
PLEASE do not allow this to happen. I have lived at this location with my Fiancee for the last 3 years, and crime in the area continues to get worse. We've had things stolen from our apartment several times, had to call the police due to crazy drug addicts causing trouble outside our door, and my Fiancee's life has been threatened on numerous occasions. A 24-hour convenience store is the worst thing that could possibly be added to this already dangerous neighborhood. PLEASE do not put us in danger by allowing this development to continue.
Additionally, this project should be rejected for the following reasons:
CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning, especially near residential areas. LOITERING: The 60-spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. The neighborhood will be adversely affected. TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy and unsafe corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive. MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr. market in the area.
This development literally serves NO PURPOSE to the community and will only cause problems. Please reconsider for our safety.
Thanks, Shane Stuart From: Ginger Legon To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Opposing 7 Eleven Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 12:32:29 PM
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Hi There~ I write this letter to oppose the 7-Eleven being requested by 3032 Wilshire Investors LLC. It has been my experience that there is often loitering that comes with a convenience store that I don't support in the neighborhood. The fact that it will run as a 24/7 store means it will draw people at all hours, making noise, hanging out and possibly bringing crime into the area. I strongly oppose this request as a resident of this area. Thank you, Ginger Legon From: MORRIS SALEM To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 2 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 12:57:19 PM
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Dear planning commission,
I grew up and have been a resident of Santa Monica for about 40 years. My parents and all my extended family live here. I live with my wife and three children on Stanford street a few blocks from the proposed 7-11 on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire Blvd. I, along with most of my neighbors, am categorically opposed to this project and strongly urge the planning commission to deny the permits for this project. Here are my reasons:
1. the two 7-11's on Wilshire (one in Santa Monica and the other in WLA) are magnets for crime, homeless persons and filth! There is a constant police presence there due to this and the noise and fights generated on a regular basis. 2. We do not need a convenience market at this location - we have multiple supermarkets, specialty markets and have access to anything and everything that we need in this vicinity. 3. a 24 hour market brings traffic, parking issues and congestion in a residential location - not needed 4. I personally deal with homeless people going up and down our street on a daily basis and we have even had a break into our home by a homeless person withing last 2 years - my kids are afraid to go out alone - this market will make things worse 5. we need neighborhood small businesses and not more large corporate franchises in Santa Monica!
Please deny the permits for this 7-11 proposed to open on Wilshire and Berkeley St. I see no compelling reasons to allow this project to proceed and only downsides to letting it happen!
Sincerely,
Dr Morris Salem From: Mehri Soltani To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: NOVEMBER 4, 2020: CUP#203NT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 4:47:24 PM
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Hi, It is not acceptable to allow a 7-ELEVEN approval at 3032 WILSHIRE BLVE SUITE A.
We all have children and older parents and can not have 24 hours of harassment and homeless next to our homes.
Do not allow this permit and the construction. Thank you Mehri S Jowharchi
1135 FRANKLIN STREET SANTA MONICA CA 90403
From: Mari Newhoff To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: [email protected]; Nina Fresco; Jim Ries; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Shawn Landres; Kyle Ferstead; Elisa Paster Subject: Tenet at 3032 Wilshire Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 6:08:12 PM
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RE: Reference hearing on 11/4/2020
CUP #20ENT-0170
I am writing to voice my concerns about the potential new convenience store tenant in the 3032 Wilshire building. The convenience store will create a lot of headaches for the residential neighborhood which is adjacent. When Bristol Farms came in, it elevated the neighborhood followed by Erewhon, Trader Joe’s and Target. After the investment of creating such a beautiful building, the first tenant should not be one that has the potential to downgrade the neighborhood. There are five 7/11s within a mile of this project: such as Santa Monica and Sawtelle, Wilshire and Bundy, Santa Monica and Wellesley – not one of them is inviting from a consumer standpoint. They are all littered with trash and a haven for the homeless. AND if this is your first anchor tenant, I fear it will scare off prospective Class A tenants which the neighborhood desperately need such as bakeries or restaurants. In addition, this building was designed and proposed as a high profile development and putting in a 7-Eleven not only goes against what was proposed, it is a bait-and-switch maneuver, and as residents, we would have never approved this proposal. We were originally told and it would house two restaurants and a gym. This goes completely against what we want in our neighborhood nor is it needed.
After living through the inconsiderate construction which began as early as 6:30am most days, the neighborhood was looking forward to a little class. Authorized deliveries till 11pm is wholly unacceptable in this residential area. I am pleading with you to reconsider. We do not want another inconvenient convenience store.
Best,
Mari Newhoff
1230 Berkeley Street
From: Donna F. To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 20ENT-0170 Hearing 11/03/20 5:30pm 3032 Wilshire Blvd Proposed 7-11 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 7:28:36 PM
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To whom it May Concern: Let this email email serve as my voice speaking speaking out against a 7-11 to be allowed to occupy a space at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. This is a quiet residential neighborhood, with no need for such a store. There are plenty of those close enough by. No one wants this here. Please shut this notion down. Sincerely, Donna Felten From: Caitlin Manley To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 7:31:45 PM
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Planning Commissioner,
There are plans to build a 7-11 on the corner of Wilshire blvd. And Berkeley Street in Santa Monica. ( November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170). I do no think this should happen and I am completely against this happening. Other 7-11s in Santa Monica are crime ridden and bring the worst element into the neighborhood. I walk with my children’s all around this area and am besides myself thinking about it. Please here my voice as a working mother going to school for Nursing.
As well,
CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
• LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. SMPD safety assessment confirms these concerns.
• TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner.
• MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
Thank you sincerely,
Caitlin Manley
This email is subject to copyright under Caitlin Manley Inc. 2020. The information is intended for the receipt only. From: Jillian Landun To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 8:15:28 PM
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Hello, As a resident of Santa Monica I am writing to express my reservations about the plans to allow for a 7-11 convenient store on Wilshire Blvd & Berkeley Ave. This business is not only a redundant addition to our neighborhood (there are plenty of nearby businesses where one could find these services and items) but I fear it will become another location, like the other 7- 11s to the east and west, that attract people who occupy outside and harass customers, leave trash, and create and unsafe environment. Please do not allow this business at that location! From: Sheryl Seifer To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Cary Fukui Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP# 20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 9:23:30 PM
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Dear members of the planning commission :
I am a homeowner that lives on Franklin Street just a block up from the proposed 7-11 convenience store that is planned to occupy the space on the southwest corner of Berkeley and Wilshire here in Santa Monica. I am adamantly against this for two reasons. First, I am a healthcare professional that works 10 -12 hour shifts and many times I arrive home after 11 pm. I believe that a 24 hour convenience store will only attract loitering on and around the blocks near my home which would cause me to question my safety as I exit my car to enter my house. Secondly, we have 3 teenage daughters that routinely walk down to Bristol Farms at night to pick up items for dinner just another cause of concern for my husband and myself. Not to mention , we have been residents on Franklin since 2004 and a few years back we learned of the unfortunate stabbing and death of an employee that occurred at Albertson’s. Although, that was an isolated incident it took us a while as a family to feel safe entering and supporting these businesses again. I understand the need to have these spaces occupied, however this is NOT the right tenant for our neighborhood. Safety should be your #1 priority when approving an application please take that into account !!! Thank you,
Sheryl Seifer 1112 Franklin Street SM, 90403
Sent from my iPad From: Khoi Nguyen To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 10:13:04 PM
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Please do not approve the 7-11 convenience store. It will increase crime and loitering at night
Thanks, Khoi From: hallie federman To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments Cc: David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 -- Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit). Oppose Date: Sunday, November 1, 2020 10:46:04 PM
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I live a few blocks from the proposed 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd and very concerned.
7-Eleven’s are known for attracting crime, homeless and drugs. There are already several 24- hour convention stores with walking or a short drive. There is no need for another convention store. Everything that I could purchase at a 7-Eleven could be purchased within blocks from my home -- there is Bristol Farms, Ralphs, Whole Foods, CVS, Trader Joes, Erewhon, and other mom & pop stops within walking distance.
The proposed does not fit within my neighborhood and community. It will attract crime. FBI data shows that 24-hour stores are a magnet for crimes. Santa Monica and West LA experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby are no different. This is extremely concerning especially since the proposed is near (if not next to) residential areas. It will attract loitering, homelessness, unwanted visitors as well as their unwanted trash to my neighborhood. It will cause unnecessary traffic with delivery trucks disrupting the tranquility of the neighborhood and cause traffic concerns on an already busy corner. These items will also create an unsafe environment for all residents.
This building was proposed and approved as a high profile development and allowing a 7- Eleven is completely the opposite. This seems to be a bait and switch. Please do not approve this 7-Eleven to this development. It is not needed nor wanted.
Thank you. Hallie Prince From: Kelly Hibbard To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 6:11:51 AM
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Hello- This is in regards to a 7-11 being proposed on Berkeley and Wilshire. As a resident one block from the 24 hour CVS on Santa Monica and 26th, I know that another 24 hour convenient store will only attract more crime, loitering and homelessness to our area. I feel unsafe walking into the CVS as there are always several men loitering bear the door. Additionally, My catalytic converter was stolen from my Prius in my carport last week and a few weeks before there had been an SUV parked in our alley and a man loitering around for several hours before he moved to the CVS parking lot to just hang around. Was he looking for potential cars he could scrap? I believe so. We don’t need more convenient stores that do not add to the community. There is truly no need for another convenient store as there are already almost 5 in a one mile radius. Listen to your constituents when they tell you that this will just worsen the problems that exist. We don’t want another store to attract more homeless individuals panhandling for change so that we feel unsafe walking by with our children. This will do nothing but exacerbate Santa Monica’s decline that we’ve seen. Home values will decrease as individuals do not want the crime and loitering in their back yard.
I urge you to vote no.
Regards, Kelly Hibbard 1320 Princeton street, Unit 206 Santa Monica CA 90404
Sent from my iPhone From: Kevin Goetz To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: RE: 20 ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 7:30:31 AM
Dear Carey Fukui,
It is with the utmost importance that I write to you regarding an purposed 7-11 on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire. On the surface, one might say that being able to purchase snacks and cigarettes at any hour of the night, would be a welcomed perk- but as we all know the current 7-Eleven’s are magnets for the homeless/drug abusers/undesirables - and sorry, this is not an opinion or being single minded or ‘privileged’ —-it is a fact.
I urge you to consider the families that are already trying to (literally step over/ move around) navigate the homeless that Santa Monica allows.
As it is, my children can NO LONGER ride their bikes to school, attend Douglas Park (or any other park- Reed???) walk alone, or simply go to the market (Vons on Wilshire???) Or even throw out the trash in our alley where a crack smoker has taken residence (police never respond, but I know they are busy).
Is this a good idea for Santa Monica? How can it even be considered? With the addition of yet another base for the weary so close to family homes, I can assure you that this will not go over well with me or anyone in the surrounding area.
If you’d like, take a stroll down to the current 7-Eleven on Wilshire around 10pm (or 10am- doesn’t matter) and see if another one is a smart idea for the wonderful city of Santa Monica— the city I’ve called home for over 25 years- perhaps, though, not for long.
Best,
Kevin Goetz Samohi class of ‘94 Director/Producer Catapult Entertainment Group Director's Reel [email protected] 310.773.1143 (c) 310.230.5750 (o)
This e-mail is intended only for the named person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain valuable business information that is privileged, confidential and/or otherwise protected from disclosure. From: Lynda Huey To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-aa at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00:59 PM
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Crime has recently become an issue in this area, so we don’t need to draw criminals, homeless, and other low-lifes that frequent 7-11s to a site a block from my house. The fact that it would be open 24 hours is the worst possible idea!! If you invite the worst types of people to a place that’s open all night long, all of us would expect to have crime sky rocket.
Please don’t do that to us. Many of us have lived here two, three, or four decades. We saw the CVS/BevMo move in on Wilshire and Franklin, and it became a target for looting in May. Don’t invite more criminals, please!! What about an upscale restaurant to add to the community rather an all-night crime center that will detract from it?
Lynda Huey, M.S. CompletePT Pool & Land Physical Therapy 3283 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034 310-845-9690 310-845-9691 Fax www.CompletePT.com
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From: Mira Pak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4th, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 12:14:27 PM
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I'm writing to argue against a new 7-11 store at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. It will not benefit the neighborhood or the city but will cause plenty of issues instead. There are plenty of 7-11 stores in Santa Monica and west L.A. already. In addition, there are many other stores within a few blocks of Wilshire and Berkeley, both grocery and convenience; there is no need for another 7-11 at that location.
Please vote no on the new 7-11 store.
Sincerely, Mira Pak From: Lynda Huey To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 12:17:44 PM
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From: Lynda Huey Sent: Monday, November 2, 2020 12:01 PM To: [email protected] Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire
Crime has recently become an issue in this area, so we don’t need to draw criminals, homeless, and other low-lifes that frequent 7-11s to a site a block from my house. The fact that it would be open 24 hours is the worst possible idea!! If you invite the worst types of people to a place that’s open all night long, all of us would expect to have crime sky rocket.
Please don’t do that to us. Many of us have lived here two, three, or four decades. We saw the CVS/BevMo move in on Wilshire and Franklin, and it became a target for looting in May. Don’t invite more criminals, please!! What about an upscale restaurant to add to the community rather an all-night crime center that will detract from it?
Lynda Huey, M.S. CompletePT Pool & Land Physical Therapy 3283 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034 310-845-9690 310-845-9691 Fax www.CompletePT.com
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From: Daniel Galamba To: Planning Commission Comments; Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Nina Fresco; Jim Ries; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; Jing Yeo; Lane Dilg Subject: Item 9-C November 4, 2020 Planning Commission Meeting-Please reject Conditional Use Permit at 3032 Wilshire Boulevard Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 1:18:16 PM
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1400 block 23rd St Santa Monica, CA 90404 November 2, 2020
Regarding: Item 9-C November 4, 2020 Planning Commission Meeting-Please reject Conditional Use Permit
Dear Planning Commission,
I must request that you reject the Conditional Use Permit to operate a 24-hour 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (SW corner of Wilshire and Berkeley.)
This location has a parking lot behind it that is immediately adjacent to the residential neighborhood. People who live in the surrounding area do not want to have their tranquility disturbed by this planned 24-hour operation. This store will be completely dead between the hours of midnight and 6:00 am. Except of course, for the folks who have been drinking at the bars once they open back up. I’m sure that these people will be very quiet as they park next to a residential building to run inside really quickly. They will be very quiet after drinking in bars and won’t be laughing or joking or hollering to “Get me a Coke!”
Currently, the developer is not asking for the authority to sell alcohol but that does not mean that they won’t ask for that a few years down the road when they will claim that they need the revenue to make it worth being open for 24- hours and paying for the overnight security detail. Therefore overnight noise and commotion will eventually occur and this establishment will attract homeless people, many of whom are alcoholics, as is the case for the 7-11 at 16th Street and Santa Monica Blvd. This 7-11 at 16th Street and Santa Monica Blvd attracts not only the homeless and drunkenness but also crime. We don’t need these problems at a new 7-11 at Wilshire and Berkeley.
Again, I must request that you reject the Conditional Use Permit to operate a 24-hour 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Boulevard and that this new 7-11 be limited to reasonable hours, e.g. 8am to 10pm. Thank you.
Sincerely, Dr Daniel Galamba From: Brooke Buttgen To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Cary Fukui - RE: 20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 1:20:36 PM
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Hello Cary,
I’m writing to add my comments to the planning commission’s meeting on 11/4/2020 about a proposed 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
I live one block away from this corner and am opposed to the idea of a 7-11 coming into that location. I do not find, yet another, 24 hour convenience store necessary for this neighborhood. There are countless in Santa Monica, why do we need another one? Not to mention, the locations of the myriad 7-11’s already in town are FILTHY and in fact, scary places to go at almost any time of day.
I will not condone a business that attracts the type of customer that patronizes a 7-11. I’ve been to the other 7-11’s around Santa Monica and see not only the clientele a 7-11 attracts, but the business as well. I have witnessed drug sales happening right in front of me at the 7–11 on Wilshire at Barry AND at the one on Wilshire at 7th. I have been harassed at the 7-11 on Lincoln at Pico and will never return as I feared for my safety. After these experiences, I decided I will never return to a 7-11 in this town.
As to the lack of liquor license, my concern is the proprietor and the City will slip this store by us under that condition, and then apply for a liquor license later. We have enough trouble with drunk people pouring down our streets after Busby’s closes or throughout the day on Sunday when they are there drinking all day long. They litter our sidewalks and lawns with bottles and other trash. And they are loud, aggressive, and sometimes confrontational.
As a woman, I do not need to live in fear of running into the the type of individual who frequents 7-11 in my neighborhood when I’m out walking my dog or just out enjoying the safety of my neighborhood.
In addition, why would you not consider a local proprietor and supporting our community that way instead of going with yet another national chain that leads to money leaving our community?
Thank you for your time and including my comments in the process.
Brooke Buttgen Stanford St., Santa Monica From: Melissa Zak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 1:27:03 PM
From: Planning
From: Susan Gross
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To the Planning Board and all others on Council:
PLEASE deny the permit for the proposed 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire We are a quiet pocket of neighborhood that has no late activity that would warrant a 24-hour store, especially a store with the entrance and parking lot that both FACE a residential neighborhood.
RESIDENT CONCERNS:
• CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
• LOITERING: The 60-spot parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. SMPD safety assessment confirms these concerns.
• TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt tranquility of the neighborhood for residents and cause traffic concerns on an already busy and unsafe corner.
• MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
The crime here is already intolerable. Please do the right thing and deny this permit.
Respectfully, Susan Gross 1315 Stanford Street
From: James Mitchell-Clyde To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Cary Fukui RE: 20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 1:37:48 PM
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Cary,
I am writing in opposition to the proposed 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. I live down the street and have for almost 10 years.
There is no need for a 24 hour convenience store in our neighborhood and certainly not a 7-11. There are plenty of 24 hours stores in the area, we do not need another. And we do not need the type of people a 24 hour location attracts, most are up to no good.
In addition, my biggest concern is the type of people a 7-11 brings in. The other locations in town are shady, dirty, and often have drug deals going down in the parking lots.
Finally, what is to stop this 7-11 from getting this store approved and then applying for a liquor license later? We don’t need more locations that sell alcohol and certainly not late at night.
Bottom line, the neighborhood does not need one, nor do we want one. I would much prefer a local business coming in (not 24 hours), one that keeps money local, and supports the type of community we currently are.
Thank you for your time,
James Mitchell-Clyde 208.340.0979 Mobile From: Richard Ford To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Shauna Hellewell Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:05:46 PM
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Dear Planning Commission,
Our names are Richard Ford and Shauna Hellewell. We live at 1211 Berkeley St., Apt. 6, Santa Monica, CA 90404. We are writing because we are STRONGLY OPPOSED to the pending approval of the 24 hour 7-11, proposed at 3032 Wilshire Blvd., Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90404.
We have been residents at this location for almost fifteen years. This is a very family friendly neighborhood, as well as a safe haven for those who are retired. We have seen enormous growth and diversification in the neighborhood in the past years, along with increased restaurant and grocery options. These options have been positive changes, as the types of businesses are family friendly and respectful of the surroundings. 7-11, with no disrespect, does not have this reputation. It is a magnet for loitering and crime.
Our 14 unit building is directly across from the proposed 7-11's parking lot. Our building has open stairwells, easy accessibility and no security. We believe the proposed 7-11 and parking lot across the street could dramatically alter our safety and security to the extreme. The issues are primarily: increased pedestrian and automobile traffic, loitering and increased crime.
Also, the intersection at Berkeley and Wilshire is exceptionally busy and unsafe during normal circumstances. With the addition of a heavily trafficked “convenience” store such as 7-11, it is hard to imagine how residents will stay safe, let alone sane. Additionally, the parking on Berkeley Street is already next to impossible for permanent residents WITH parking permits.
We are more than happy with our current choices of retailers and convenience stores. BevMo and CVS on Wilshire @ Franklin Ave, a full grocery store Bristol Farms and sporting goods Big Five directly across on Wilshire, along with many more small retailers and restaurants. There is no need for a 7-11, as it only drives down the economic opportunities and personal safety, along with the attractiveness of the neighborhood.
Thank you, Rich Ford and Shauna Hellewell 818.970.0463 and 310.956.0161 1211 Berkeley Street #6 Santa Monica, CA 90404 From: Paula M To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:32:56 PM
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To: Santa Monica Planning Commission
I am writing this note in strong opposition to the proposed 24-hour 7-Eleven convenience store on the SW corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Street.
I am a resident of this neighborhood on Stanford Street, one block over from this site. Our neighborhood has been plagued for years by deranged transients gathering and creating noise and havoc at all hours, and engaging in drug- related crimes, theft, loitering and other criminal activity. The Santa Monica police rarely respond when called about these issues, as I’m sure you’re all well aware. This proposed 7-Eleven with parking lot promises to bring more of that activity to our neighborhood, and create a multitude of safety and qualtiy of life issues for residents. Every other 7-Eleven in our town has a similar problem, and this development offers no reason to believe it will be any different.
In addition, our neighborhood is already more than well-serviced by the many markets located within a 1 mile radius, including the Bristol Farms supermarket directly across the street from this site, and a 24-hour CVS a few blocks away on Santa Monica Blvd. It is simply not needed and offers nothing to improve the quality of life in our neighborhood.
Further, this development promises to create more 24/7 traffic issues into our already heavily traveled residential streets from Wilshire Boulevard.
Thank you for your attention to this matter before your commission and for the work that you do.
Paula Minardi 1342 Stanford St. Unit #6 Santa Monica, 90404
Sent from my iPhone From: Sasha Elianna To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 24 Hr 7/11 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:40:43 PM
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Hello, I am writing this email in regards to the 7/11 that may be built on Wilshire / Berkeley. I DO NOT agree to put a 7/11 there as someone who lives on Berkeley St. Bristol Farms is a hassle already. The crime rate and the homeless issue will continue to sky rocket. Why as a Santa Monica resident should I feel unsafe at my own home? My dogs and my house will be a target if this 7/11 is built not to mention the noise and trash problem it will cause. 7/11 on Wilshire going towards Westwood and the 405 freeway is good enough. Please reconsider this horrible decision. Many of the people who live in this area are disappointed in this decision. Thank you - Sasha R From: Melissa Zak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: PC Nov 4, 2020 Agenda Item 9-C Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:51:14 PM
From: Planning
From: Andrew Hoyer
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This location has a parking lot behind it that abuts the residential neighborhood right next to it. Residents who live in the surrounding area do not want to have their tranquility disturbed by this planned 24-hour operation.
I participated in the October 6th Zoom meeting when the developer met with some of the concerned residents about this plan. The developer claimed that they will be providing a service to all of the 24-hour industries in town. When asked to specify which industries are operating at those hours they listed the two large hospitals over a mile away. This is deceptive as there is already a 24-hour 7-11 at 16th and Santa Monica that is closer to both of them. In addition, the CVS at 26th and Santa Monica is also open 24-hours and is even closer to St. John’s.
Among the numerous jobs that I have had in my short life-span have been both restaurants and a 24-hour convenience store. So while it is true that most restaurants stop serving food at 10:00 pm, staff often does not get to leave until 11:00 pm or later. Thus there would be some utility to having this store open until midnight for those workers to grab some refreshments for their drive home. However, I can also testify that unless there is an industry literally across the street that takes regular breaks every two hours, this store will be completely dead between the hours of midnight and 6:00 am. Except of course, for the folks who have been drinking at the bars once they open back up. I’m sure we can count on them to be very quiet as they park next to a residential building to run inside really quick. They won’t be laughing or joking or hollering to “Get me a Coke!”
Currently, the developer is not asking for the authority to sell alcohol but that does not mean that they won’t ask for that a few years down the road when they will claim that they need the revenue to make it worth being open for 24-hours and paying for the overnight security detail. Please re-consider this proposal. It would seem that most of the residents of this area do not even want a convenience store at all.
Thank you, Andrew Hoyer SMMCN Board Secretary & Govt Affairs Officer
There is only one moment in time when it is essential to awaken. That moment is now. - Buddha From: Melissa Zak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:51:26 PM
From: Planning
From: Lynda Huey
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To the Planning Board and all others on Council:
PLEASE deny the permit for the proposed 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire We are a quiet neighborhood that has no late evening activity that would warrant a 24-hour store. Rather, it would bring loud, lawless, homeless people to our area through an entrance and parking lot that BOTH FACE a residential street. There is virtually NO noise whatsoever here after 8pm and not again until around 7 or 8am. We don’t need or want a 7-11 here!!
There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents don’t need another 24-hr market!
FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores, are magnets for crime. Santa Monica’s experience with existing 7-Elevens nearby is no different. You can find it easily online. This is concerning, especially near residential areas, rather than in business districts.
That parking lot with its entrance on Berkeley has 60 parking spots. It should be locked all night so people can sleep, not dealing with non-stop traffic all night. This isn’t Downtown Santa Monica!! The sounds of delivery trucks early and late will definitely disturb our peaceful area. This one store could kill our tranquility forever going forward!!!!
Please don’t invite crime to what as always been a sweet, quiet neighborhood.
I live at 3014 Arizona Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90404, one block away from the proposed crime hub.
Lynda Huey, M.S.
CompletePT Pool & Land Physical Therapy 3283 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034 310-845-9690 310-845-9691 Fax www.CompletePT.com
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From: Paul Chesne To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui; [email protected] Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:04:10 PM
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Hello-- I would like to voice my opposition to a 24 hour chain store that is a magnet for crime and miscreants on my nearest corner. There are already three 7-11's, 5 markets, and 4 other 24 hour stores in a 1 mile radius from here. There is a CVS, Bristol Farms, King's Liquors & BevMo within a block. There is no reason for another 7/11 in such close proximity in the middle of the pandemic. Some of those neighborhood businesses will go bankrupt like the shuttered Jerry's Liquors a couple blocks away. And Wine Expo is a block away as well. No on that 7/11 and no on a 24 hour convenience store that will hurt other businesses and there are several so close already. paulchesne.com From: Jenn Roth Krieger To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170. Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:23:37 PM
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Members of the Santa Monica Planning Commission:
I am writing to urge a NO vote on Item 9-C on your November 4 agenda - a Conditional Use Permit for a 24-hour 7-Eleven on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Berkeley Street.
As you likely know, this project is NOT SUPPORTED in its current form by:
the Planning Commission staff report the Santa Monica Police Department Safety Assessment Residents in the community
Given this information, I am hopeful that you will support the will of the community, as well as those who are tasked with ensuring public safety and responsible development in our City. There is simply no significant and credible constituency that is supportive of this project, other than the developer.
The reasons behind the community's objection are many, as detailed below. In summary, we have had unfortunate experiences with 24-hour convenience stores in our city before and we are facing a recent uptick in crime in our community. We do not believe a 24-hour 7-Eleven will add to the safety and security of our neighborhoods.
Thank you for your consideration and for your NO VOTE on item 9-C,
Jennifer Roth Krieger 839 Yale Street Santa Monica, CA 90403
------BACKGROUND INFORMATION
1) CONVENIENCE STORES AND 24-HR OPERATIONS PRESENT A PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERN
24-hour convenience stores are often magnets for crime and anti-social behavior. According to FBI crime stats, in the US, over 18,000 robberies have occurred at convenience stores in each of the last 5 years Crime at 7-Elevens throughout Los Angeles is common Even 7-Eleven stores in Santa Monica have substantial crime SMPD Crime Map shows an assault with a deadly weapon on September 29, 2020 in front of the 7-Eleven on Wilshire and 6th at 2:45 am. A downtown Santa Monica 24-hr McDonalds was ordered to close because it was a crime magnet. The developer of this site recognizes the need for security measures to prevent such problems, however, this makes the point – 24-hour convenience stores require extensive security. A 60-space parking lot behind the store, without a 24-hour security guard, will serve as a perfect magnet for other unwanted problems.
2) OUR NEIGHBORHOOD IS ALREADY EXPERIENCING A CRIME SPIKE
Santa Monica has seen an increase in crime over the last several years (pre-COVID) Our neighborhood has seen a marked increase in petty theft and vehicular crime over the past several years Recent protests turned to looting just a block away from the proposed site (Big 5) Homelessness in nearby Brentwood has seen a dramatic uptick in the last year
3) WE ARE ALREADY SATURATED WITH MARKETS
There are 5 markets within 2 miles on Wilshire Blvd in the same area - Ralphs, Bristol, TJ, Whole Foods, Erehwon and Vons. There are 4 convenience/drug stores within 2 miles on Wilshire Blvd - CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Rite Aid. There are two 7-Eleven stores already located on Wilshire Blvd nearby and one on Santa Monica Blvd. These 24-hr stores already service anyone in the area in need of a 24-hour convenience store. There is no demand for a 24-hour convenience store in this residential neighborhood.
4) TRAFFIC AND NOISE
Truck deliveries planned for 7am – 11pm Corner of Wilshire and Berkeley is already problematic Noise and traffic problems result From: Alisha Agrellas To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:31:49 PM
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Hello,
My name is Alisha Agrellas and I am a resident of 1211 Berkeley Street, which is directly across street from the potential 7-Eleven that is seeking approval.
We are asking you to PLEASE not allow this to happen. Crime and violence has been a regular occurance in this area with the homeless activity becoming worse than ever. Bringing yet another precarious, 24 hour establishment to this area would drive an already dangerous neighborhood to become almost unlivable in our opinion. PLEASE do not put us and our community in danger by allowing this development to continue.
Additionally, this project should be rejected for the following reasons:
· CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
· LOITERING: The 60-spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. The neighborhood will be adversely affected.
· TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy and unsafe corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
· MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr. market in the area.
This development literally serves NO PURPOSE to the community and will only cause problems. Please reconsider for our safety.
Thank you,
Alisha From: Alisha Agrellas To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:33:00 PM
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Hello,
I am a resident of 1211 Berkeley Street, which is directly across street from the potential 7- Eleven that is seeking approval.
We are asking you to PLEASE not allow this to happen. Crime and violence has been a regular occurance in this area with the homeless activity becoming worse than ever. Bringing yet another precarious, 24 hour establishment to this area would drive an already dangerous neighborhood to become almost unlivable in our opinion. PLEASE do not put us and our community in danger by allowing this development to continue.
Additionally, this project should be rejected for the following reasons:
· CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
· LOITERING: The 60-spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. The neighborhood will be adversely affected.
· TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy and unsafe corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
· MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr. market in the area.
This development literally serves NO PURPOSE to the community and will only cause problems. Please reconsider for our safety.
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Alisha Agrellas Founder & Principal Designer | E: [email protected] P: 949.432.1119
From: Nina Drabkin To: Cary Fukui Cc: Planning Commission Comments Subject: RE: 20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:48:18 PM
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Dear Cary Fukui and all city council members:
I can’t express enough how angry I am about the proposed 7/11 on the corner of Wilshire / Berkeley . I was born at St John’s I970 and watched Santa Monica go through many changes , good and bad . I finally purchased a condo of my own last year and settled on Berkeley , just south of Wilshire knowing the new development on the corner had plans for a gym , restaurants and other businesses that add to the neighborhood. Everyone was assured that this was happening. This was a major bait and switch which is unacceptable . I would have NEVER purchased this condo had the plans been a 7/11. It is common knowledge that anything 24 hour brings a whole new set of challenges for the area. Increased traffic in an area that already has bad traffic . This will bring more people to the intersection for a quick trip . Everyone already gets confused at that corner as is . Check traffic accident reports . Even without alcohol , the trash will be disgusting. It is already horrible . I am incredibly concerned about security issues for the area. The unhoused and mentally unstable all over the streets these days make any parking lot open 24 hours fair game to hang out . The moment the gates came down , the unhoused moved in immediately and the gates were put right back up . The trucks would be a huge problem for the street traffic and noise . I beg you , the city council members to NOT let this 7/11 move in . We already have numerous 7/11 businesses in the area and regular markets everywhere. This is NOT what the neighborhood wants or needs . This 7/11 will bring trash , noise and more crime to an area that is not equipped to handle these issues as is. We have elected you to help our city maintain an acceptable quality of life and this is a breach of that expectation.
Thank you
Nina Drabkin
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad From: Esmie Bryson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 7:44:01 PM
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To whom it may concern;
I am writing to express my strong opposition to siting a 7-Eleven at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. There are already four 7-Elevens close by - at Santa Monica/16th, Wilshire/Barrington, Santa Monica/Wellesley, and Bundy/Ohio. In addition, the CVS on Santa Monica/26th is open 24 hours. Therefore, there is no need for yet another 24 hour convenience store. In addition, adding a 7-Eleven at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire will decrease property value in the neighborhood. These stores are often a congregation point for homeless people and tend to increase noise and filth in a neighborhood. That will depress property values, not make Santa Monica a nicer place to live. Please, please do not let this go forward. There are much better uses for that space.
Esmeralda Bryson 1317 Stanford St #1 From: Jesse Bryson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 7:48:27 PM
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To whom it may concern,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to siting a 7-Eleven at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. There are already four 7-Elevens close by - at Santa Monica/16th, Wilshire/Barrington, Santa Monica/Wellesley, and Bundy/Ohio. In addition, the CVS on Santa Monica/26th is open 24 hours. Therefore, there is no need for yet another 24 hour convenience store. In addition, adding a 7-Eleven at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire will decrease property value in the neighborhood. These stores are often a congregation point for homeless people and tend to increase noise and filth in a neighborhood. That will depress property values, not make Santa Monica a nicer place to live. Please, please do not let this go forward. There are much better uses for that space.
Jesse Bryson 1317 Stanford St #1 From: Bohdan Futala To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Cary Fukui; [email protected] Subject: November 4, 2020:CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 8:55:58 PM
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To whom it may concern;
Please be advised that as a 34 year resident on the corner of Berkeley and Arizona, one block south of the proposed location of a 7-Eleven on 3032 Wilshire Blvd., Suite A, I have witnessed increased traffic, congestion, noise particularly in the nighttime, and finally homelessness. Locating a 7-Eleven at this location when only exacerbate these nuisances and make life for residents less tolerable. This is particularly the case for retirees such as myself who spend most of their time day and night in the area. Quality of life will be negatively impacted with the addition of a 24-hour convenience store into our neighborhood.
In light of the above, I urge the Santa Monica Planning Commission to reject the application for locating a 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. and take into consideration the plight of neighborhood residents.
Your attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Bohdan Futala From: John Robertson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 11/4/2020; CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 9:07:53 PM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern,
As a longtime resident in the neighborhood of the proposed 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. I vehemently appose the approval of such an establishment on this street. We have numerous convenience stores within a few blocks of this address already and do not want or need another. I believe a 7-11 in this neighborhood would increase traffic and potential criminal activity as we have seen a large increase in crime over the past few years. We have other better options already that provide the same service. This property is in one of the last quiet neighborhood’s in Santa Monica and the vast majority of our neighbors are apposed to this proposal. Please do not approve a 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Sincerely,
John Robertson From: Jaleh MIRHASHEMI To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; Planning Commission Comments Cc: [email protected]; David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Re: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit) Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 1:02:47 AM Attachments: image.png
EXTERNAL
Oppose
Dear Planning Commissioners,
We are opposing the opening of a 24-hour 7-Eleven Convenience Store on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. & Berkeley Street. Safety is the number one concern of every resident in any neighborhood. Exessive crime, traffic, noise disturbances, and other safety concerns in our residential area are unacceptable!
I live on Stanford St., one block NW of the proposed plan on Berkeley St. Our neighborhood has victims of many crimes lately, with criminals coming from all over the city breaking into our street's cars and homes. In the beginning of the pandemic, my family was a victim of home and car robberies. It's very disappointing that the city is not considering our fear and trauma in allowing a 24 hour convenience store to open right next to vulnerable residential areas. Convenience stores like 7- Eleven who run 24/7 attract many dangerous people late at night, per research.
Additionally, there will be more cars going through our residential areas which is dangerous for a neighborhood full of kids and elderly people. We cannot afford any extra traffic and high speed cars!
Lastly, there are already 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a one mile radius. Another 24-hour market isn't necessary in this area (please see the attached photo.)
It is not right for the city to open up doors to all developers and their desires against residents' safety needs and concerns. Please reconsider the permit for opening the 7- Eleven store in our neighborhood and let the owner find another suitable business for this suite/complex.
With warm regards, Jaleh Mirhashemi
18 - year Santa Monica resident
- From: S Peter To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4th, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 8:02:57 AM
EXTERNAL
Dear Planning Commission,
I'm writing in opposition to a new 7-11 store at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley (agenda number CUP #20ENT-0170).
There is no need for an additional store at that location as there are already numerous other grocery and convenience stores in close proximity; opening an 24- hour 7-11 at that location will simply introduce unwanted issues to the area.
Please vote no on the new 7-11 store.
Sincerely, Seungwon Pak From: Paul Chesne To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui; [email protected] Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:04:10 PM
EXTERNAL
Hello-- I would like to voice my opposition to a 24 hour chain store that is a magnet for crime and miscreants on my nearest corner. There are already three 7-11's, 5 markets, and 4 other 24 hour stores in a 1 mile radius from here. There is a CVS, Bristol Farms, King's Liquors & BevMo within a block. There is no reason for another 7/11 in such close proximity in the middle of the pandemic. Some of those neighborhood businesses will go bankrupt like the shuttered Jerry's Liquors a couple blocks away. And Wine Expo is a block away as well. No on that 7/11 and no on a 24 hour convenience store that will hurt other businesses and there are several so close already. paulchesne.com From: Jenn Roth Krieger To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170. Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:23:37 PM
EXTERNAL
Members of the Santa Monica Planning Commission:
I am writing to urge a NO vote on Item 9-C on your November 4 agenda - a Conditional Use Permit for a 24-hour 7-Eleven on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Berkeley Street.
As you likely know, this project is NOT SUPPORTED in its current form by:
the Planning Commission staff report the Santa Monica Police Department Safety Assessment Residents in the community
Given this information, I am hopeful that you will support the will of the community, as well as those who are tasked with ensuring public safety and responsible development in our City. There is simply no significant and credible constituency that is supportive of this project, other than the developer.
The reasons behind the community's objection are many, as detailed below. In summary, we have had unfortunate experiences with 24-hour convenience stores in our city before and we are facing a recent uptick in crime in our community. We do not believe a 24-hour 7-Eleven will add to the safety and security of our neighborhoods.
Thank you for your consideration and for your NO VOTE on item 9-C,
Jennifer Roth Krieger 839 Yale Street Santa Monica, CA 90403
------BACKGROUND INFORMATION
1) CONVENIENCE STORES AND 24-HR OPERATIONS PRESENT A PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERN
24-hour convenience stores are often magnets for crime and anti-social behavior. According to FBI crime stats, in the US, over 18,000 robberies have occurred at convenience stores in each of the last 5 years Crime at 7-Elevens throughout Los Angeles is common Even 7-Eleven stores in Santa Monica have substantial crime SMPD Crime Map shows an assault with a deadly weapon on September 29, 2020 in front of the 7-Eleven on Wilshire and 6th at 2:45 am. A downtown Santa Monica 24-hr McDonalds was ordered to close because it was a crime magnet. The developer of this site recognizes the need for security measures to prevent such problems, however, this makes the point – 24-hour convenience stores require extensive security. A 60-space parking lot behind the store, without a 24-hour security guard, will serve as a perfect magnet for other unwanted problems.
2) OUR NEIGHBORHOOD IS ALREADY EXPERIENCING A CRIME SPIKE
Santa Monica has seen an increase in crime over the last several years (pre-COVID) Our neighborhood has seen a marked increase in petty theft and vehicular crime over the past several years Recent protests turned to looting just a block away from the proposed site (Big 5) Homelessness in nearby Brentwood has seen a dramatic uptick in the last year
3) WE ARE ALREADY SATURATED WITH MARKETS
There are 5 markets within 2 miles on Wilshire Blvd in the same area - Ralphs, Bristol, TJ, Whole Foods, Erehwon and Vons. There are 4 convenience/drug stores within 2 miles on Wilshire Blvd - CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Rite Aid. There are two 7-Eleven stores already located on Wilshire Blvd nearby and one on Santa Monica Blvd. These 24-hr stores already service anyone in the area in need of a 24-hour convenience store. There is no demand for a 24-hour convenience store in this residential neighborhood.
4) TRAFFIC AND NOISE
Truck deliveries planned for 7am – 11pm Corner of Wilshire and Berkeley is already problematic Noise and traffic problems result From: Alisha Agrellas To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:31:49 PM
EXTERNAL
Hello,
My name is Alisha Agrellas and I am a resident of 1211 Berkeley Street, which is directly across street from the potential 7-Eleven that is seeking approval.
We are asking you to PLEASE not allow this to happen. Crime and violence has been a regular occurance in this area with the homeless activity becoming worse than ever. Bringing yet another precarious, 24 hour establishment to this area would drive an already dangerous neighborhood to become almost unlivable in our opinion. PLEASE do not put us and our community in danger by allowing this development to continue.
Additionally, this project should be rejected for the following reasons:
· CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
· LOITERING: The 60-spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. The neighborhood will be adversely affected.
· TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy and unsafe corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
· MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr. market in the area.
This development literally serves NO PURPOSE to the community and will only cause problems. Please reconsider for our safety.
Thank you,
Alisha From: Alisha Agrellas To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:33:00 PM
EXTERNAL
Hello,
I am a resident of 1211 Berkeley Street, which is directly across street from the potential 7- Eleven that is seeking approval.
We are asking you to PLEASE not allow this to happen. Crime and violence has been a regular occurance in this area with the homeless activity becoming worse than ever. Bringing yet another precarious, 24 hour establishment to this area would drive an already dangerous neighborhood to become almost unlivable in our opinion. PLEASE do not put us and our community in danger by allowing this development to continue.
Additionally, this project should be rejected for the following reasons:
· CRIME: FBI crime data shows that 24-hour convenience stores are magnets for crime. This is concerning, especially near residential areas.
· LOITERING: The 60-spot back parking lot, proposed to be open 24-hours, will create an unsafe environment, especially overnight when the lots should be locked and completely off limits. The neighborhood will be adversely affected.
· TRAFFIC SAFETY: Delivery trucks authorized between 7 am and 11 pm will disrupt residents & traffic on an already busy and unsafe corner. Sirens responding to middle of the night incidents will be disruptive.
· MARKET SATURATION: There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-Elevens. Residents do not need another 24-hr. market in the area.
This development literally serves NO PURPOSE to the community and will only cause problems. Please reconsider for our safety.
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Alisha Agrellas Founder & Principal Designer | E: [email protected] P: 949.432.1119
From: Nina Drabkin To: Cary Fukui Cc: Planning Commission Comments Subject: RE: 20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 3:48:18 PM
EXTERNAL
Dear Cary Fukui and all city council members:
I can’t express enough how angry I am about the proposed 7/11 on the corner of Wilshire / Berkeley . I was born at St John’s I970 and watched Santa Monica go through many changes , good and bad . I finally purchased a condo of my own last year and settled on Berkeley , just south of Wilshire knowing the new development on the corner had plans for a gym , restaurants and other businesses that add to the neighborhood. Everyone was assured that this was happening. This was a major bait and switch which is unacceptable . I would have NEVER purchased this condo had the plans been a 7/11. It is common knowledge that anything 24 hour brings a whole new set of challenges for the area. Increased traffic in an area that already has bad traffic . This will bring more people to the intersection for a quick trip . Everyone already gets confused at that corner as is . Check traffic accident reports . Even without alcohol , the trash will be disgusting. It is already horrible . I am incredibly concerned about security issues for the area. The unhoused and mentally unstable all over the streets these days make any parking lot open 24 hours fair game to hang out . The moment the gates came down , the unhoused moved in immediately and the gates were put right back up . The trucks would be a huge problem for the street traffic and noise . I beg you , the city council members to NOT let this 7/11 move in . We already have numerous 7/11 businesses in the area and regular markets everywhere. This is NOT what the neighborhood wants or needs . This 7/11 will bring trash , noise and more crime to an area that is not equipped to handle these issues as is. We have elected you to help our city maintain an acceptable quality of life and this is a breach of that expectation.
Thank you
Nina Drabkin
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad From: Esmie Bryson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 7:44:01 PM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern;
I am writing to express my strong opposition to siting a 7-Eleven at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. There are already four 7-Elevens close by - at Santa Monica/16th, Wilshire/Barrington, Santa Monica/Wellesley, and Bundy/Ohio. In addition, the CVS on Santa Monica/26th is open 24 hours. Therefore, there is no need for yet another 24 hour convenience store. In addition, adding a 7-Eleven at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire will decrease property value in the neighborhood. These stores are often a congregation point for homeless people and tend to increase noise and filth in a neighborhood. That will depress property values, not make Santa Monica a nicer place to live. Please, please do not let this go forward. There are much better uses for that space.
Esmeralda Bryson 1317 Stanford St #1 From: Jesse Bryson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 7:48:27 PM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to siting a 7-Eleven at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. There are already four 7-Elevens close by - at Santa Monica/16th, Wilshire/Barrington, Santa Monica/Wellesley, and Bundy/Ohio. In addition, the CVS on Santa Monica/26th is open 24 hours. Therefore, there is no need for yet another 24 hour convenience store. In addition, adding a 7-Eleven at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire will decrease property value in the neighborhood. These stores are often a congregation point for homeless people and tend to increase noise and filth in a neighborhood. That will depress property values, not make Santa Monica a nicer place to live. Please, please do not let this go forward. There are much better uses for that space.
Jesse Bryson 1317 Stanford St #1 From: Bohdan Futala To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Cary Fukui; [email protected] Subject: November 4, 2020:CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 8:55:58 PM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern;
Please be advised that as a 34 year resident on the corner of Berkeley and Arizona, one block south of the proposed location of a 7-Eleven on 3032 Wilshire Blvd., Suite A, I have witnessed increased traffic, congestion, noise particularly in the nighttime, and finally homelessness. Locating a 7-Eleven at this location when only exacerbate these nuisances and make life for residents less tolerable. This is particularly the case for retirees such as myself who spend most of their time day and night in the area. Quality of life will be negatively impacted with the addition of a 24-hour convenience store into our neighborhood.
In light of the above, I urge the Santa Monica Planning Commission to reject the application for locating a 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. and take into consideration the plight of neighborhood residents.
Your attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Bohdan Futala From: John Robertson To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 11/4/2020; CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Monday, November 2, 2020 9:07:53 PM
EXTERNAL
To whom it may concern,
As a longtime resident in the neighborhood of the proposed 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. I vehemently appose the approval of such an establishment on this street. We have numerous convenience stores within a few blocks of this address already and do not want or need another. I believe a 7-11 in this neighborhood would increase traffic and potential criminal activity as we have seen a large increase in crime over the past few years. We have other better options already that provide the same service. This property is in one of the last quiet neighborhood’s in Santa Monica and the vast majority of our neighbors are apposed to this proposal. Please do not approve a 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Sincerely,
John Robertson From: Jaleh MIRHASHEMI To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; Planning Commission Comments Cc: [email protected]; David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Re: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit) Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 1:02:47 AM Attachments: image.png
EXTERNAL
Oppose
Dear Planning Commissioners,
We are opposing the opening of a 24-hour 7-Eleven Convenience Store on the SW corner of Wilshire Blvd. & Berkeley Street. Safety is the number one concern of every resident in any neighborhood. Exessive crime, traffic, noise disturbances, and other safety concerns in our residential area are unacceptable!
I live on Stanford St., one block NW of the proposed plan on Berkeley St. Our neighborhood has victims of many crimes lately, with criminals coming from all over the city breaking into our street's cars and homes. In the beginning of the pandemic, my family was a victim of home and car robberies. It's very disappointing that the city is not considering our fear and trauma in allowing a 24 hour convenience store to open right next to vulnerable residential areas. Convenience stores like 7- Eleven who run 24/7 attract many dangerous people late at night, per research.
Additionally, there will be more cars going through our residential areas which is dangerous for a neighborhood full of kids and elderly people. We cannot afford any extra traffic and high speed cars!
Lastly, there are already 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a one mile radius. Another 24-hour market isn't necessary in this area (please see the attached photo.)
It is not right for the city to open up doors to all developers and their desires against residents' safety needs and concerns. Please reconsider the permit for opening the 7- Eleven store in our neighborhood and let the owner find another suitable business for this suite/complex.
With warm regards, Jaleh Mirhashemi
18 - year Santa Monica resident
- From: S Peter To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4th, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 8:02:57 AM
EXTERNAL
Dear Planning Commission,
I'm writing in opposition to a new 7-11 store at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley (agenda number CUP #20ENT-0170).
There is no need for an additional store at that location as there are already numerous other grocery and convenience stores in close proximity; opening an 24- hour 7-11 at that location will simply introduce unwanted issues to the area.
Please vote no on the new 7-11 store.
Sincerely, Seungwon Pak From: Fran Kaplan To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments Cc: [email protected]; David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit). Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 10:20:45 AM
EXTERNAL
Dear Santa Monica Planning Commission,
I understand that you are considering the establishment of a 24 hour, 7-11 convenience store at the corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Berkeley Street. I am writing to oppose the approval of a convenience store at this location. In addition to concerns raised by my neighbors (crime, loitering and market saturation), it seems to me that convenience stores are in conflict with social justice initiatives professed by the city. Convenience stores are notorious for price gouging. The convenience offered comes at steep price. In addition, the food choices offered at 7-11 are less than healthy. Understanding that the City of Santa Monica takes extensive measures to encourage healthy lifestyles, promote quality of life issues and encourage greater equality for all citizens, why would we welcome an establishment that undermines these values?
In addition, there are plenty of other choices as to where to shop. The CVS at 26th and Santa Monica Blvd is a mere 5 blocks away and offers both a better selection and better pricing than a 7-11 chain. During regular business hours, the CVS and BEVMO a mere block away can meet resident needs for anything 7-11 would offer. The Habit and McDonald’s are within walking distance for cheap burgers. What can a 7-11 provide other than additional traffic with quick in and out stops at an already busy intersection? We know Berkeley is used as a cut through to Montana Ave during rush hour for those traveling north and most neighbors prefer the controlled intersection at the Berkeley stop light to cross this already congested stretch of Wilshire Blvd. The current, traffic respite from the pandemic will not last forever and we are all aware that this section of Wilshire Blvd is a main artery in and out of the city. It seems that the gridlock I often experience at 24th St and Wilshire since the opening of TJs offers us a glimpse of what awaits us at Berkeley and Wilshire.
I urge the Planning Commission to respect the citizens concerns regarding this matter and vote NOT TO APPROVE this proposed 7-11 store. Rather than contribute positively to our neighborhood, it will have a negative impact. Price gouging, traffic, and redundant offerings are not what our neighborhood needs. Vote NO.
Fran Kaplan and Mark Warshauer 947 Stanford Street Santa Monica, CA 90403 From: To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: Oppose 3032 Wilshire --proposed tenancy 7/11 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 11:18:15 AM
From: [email protected]
EXTERNAL
Please excuse –if you have seen this before –but this is very important to us
Best, Charles +1-310 -699-4282 (cell)
From: [email protected]
From: [email protected]
All
Please record this opposition before the City.
Charles Berman 310- 699 4282 From: [email protected]
Dear All
The more I think about this, the more your planned land use for 7/11 is unacceptable in any form.
This is an unacceptable degrading of our community.
Just because the economy has turned, and the developer cannot find a “good” tenant, they are going to try to foist a low level commercial entity on us.
Look at how many “For Rent” signs are on Wilshire already. This proposed 7/11 tenancy and economic distress is not to become the burden of a small group of the bona fide tax paying home owners in the area.
Sorry “developer”: this is your problem –not ours. We have our own issues, we are not adding your burden to ours.
Think about it –already: within about 100 yards of the site there is Bristol Farms, Erewhon, CVS and Bevmo. add another 300 yards you have Trader Joe, Whole Foods and Ralphs
I personally often went into the B of A ATM on the site. About 2 years ago there were sleeping vagrants on the floor. Hence I believe that was the reason B of A needed to put a security door/system up before you could even get in. And when the door was not closed properly –it became a vagrant center again.
…… An analogous example: When Goodwill went into 26th and Santa Monica Blvd—it created havoc for the adjacent tenants: Vagrants and car honking. I know personal from friends who live in adjacency: · The value of their property has deteriorated. · The SM police won’t do anything · The home owners have continually to talk to the Goodwill landlord to get some order put back on this site so they can live there peaceably.
We don’t need this at 3032 Wilshire – we don’t want it, and you need to reject this proposed land use.
More thought— When 7/11 swoop in (because they have the cash and others are hurting) and they lease long term, you can never get them out. They degrade the use for other possible tenants, and everything goes down. Going down also includes land value and your ability to earn good tax revenue
So please retain Santa Monica as a City for which we can all be proud.
Sincerely, Charles Berman +1-310 -699-4282 (cell)
City of Santa Monica 3032 Wilshire Boulevard Objection by Neighbors
CITY OF SANTA MONICA
Neighborhood Residents of Santa Monica Complainants
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The Southland Corporation of Dallas (7-Eleven) First Respondent Tait & Associates (the CA developer for Southland) Second Respondent The City of Santa Monica Third Respondent
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THE PARTIES
1. The Complainants are residents of the general area of Santa Monica adjacent to and the general location of 3032 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica. 2. The Southland Corporation of Dallas (First Respondent) operates 7-Eleven businesses including franchises of those 7- eleven businesses. 3. Tait & Associates (Second Respondent) is a developer of property including being contracted with the First Respondent to develop its 7-Eleven businesses generally in California. The Second Respondent built the structure at 3032 Wilshire Boulevard. 4. The City of Santa Monica (Third Respondent) is authorized to grant business licenses and approve land use in Santa Monica
THE ISSUE
5. The First Respondent and the Second Respondent seek from the Third Respondent a license to open and operate a 7-Eleven business at the location of 3032 Wilshire Boulevard, namely the South West corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Ave. 6. The Complainants object to this.
REASONS FOR OBJECTION
7. Multiple reason exist for the objection: 8. The resident totally reject any licensure for use by the first and Second Respondents These include:
a. Inadequate land use assessments by the Respondents b. over saturation of these kind of stores/merchandise suppliers in the area;
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City of Santa Monica 3032 Wilshire Boulevard Objection by Neighbors
c. the fundamental paucity of evidence suggesting a need for such a store noise from consequent increased vehicle use; greater consumer use; d. noise from servicing a 7-Eleven. i. Frankly, the assessment by the Third Respondent, the city, that this can be done without impact on the neighbors is incredible. The suggestion, that even the building of an extremely high wall with sound proofing would resolve this, beggars the mind. How can noise from garbage trucks and delivery vehicles be mitigated? e. vagrancy; f. likelihood of becoming a drug and crime magnet; g. traffic disconfiguration: (the corner itself is irregular and there are bus stops on both sides of the streets):. i. There are already traffic flow issues around the corners, ii. There is often jamming of traffic on the north side of Wilshire Berkeley due often to delivery vehicles for Bristol Farms iii. Cars turning West from the north going Berkeley Street cause jamming This traffic congestion should not be compounded. (see attached) h. the vacancy rate of stores and businesses in the Santa Monica and the Wilshire corridors i. the pandemic causing major economic disruption for at least another year j. the over commercialization of a neighborhood which has been and wants to be essentially residential k. the depressing effect on future ability to rent properties fairly in the area l. the long term (and may be permanent) negative effect on property values and hence a loss on city taxes m. changing the nature of 3032 to a commercial site (for 24 hours or even slightly less hours) from what was previously a regular office site with reasonable use of parking (for normal business hours) is a major shift by the Respondents which has not been evaluated. n. This would be markedly different to changing the Petco site to an Erewhon site— a year or so ago. They were both commercial and had similar parameters for operation and service. One need only look at the current traffic difficulties at Erewhon and the disconfiguratoin of traffic at its intersection with Wilshire to see problems. This will be worse at Wilshire /Berkley.
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o. Services supplying and cleaning of the site and the facility is impossible to do reasonably without noise and at appropriate hours. p. 24 hour security would be needed for the site and the business. FAILURES OF THE RESPONDENTS
9. There apparently has not been a traffic flow study/effect study considered by the City or any respondent 10. When the analysis of other stores was done –it was confined to Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica. Indeed and fatally in its study it was very narrow zone of that about 3032 Wilshire. It is biased and prejudicial to the real issues and a real study. This zone is not an island. 11. Why did the Respondents not look at: a. Walgreens? b. BevMo? c. Existing 7-11s (see attached)? d. The new Target Store on Wilshire? e. Ralphs (24 hours) (see attached)? f. CVS (24 hours) (see attached)? g. Over the border -- 2 streets to West LA? h. Santa Monica Blvd and surroundings etc.? The area to considered in a fair analysis is not-linear –not a straight line Wilshire Blvd only survey: -it requires 360 degrees around the 3032 Wilshire Blvd site 12. The Third Respondent, The Santa Monica City at large, has an obligation to be responsible to its citizens. It is answerable to its citizens Its citizens do not want this development and don’t need this development and it should be rejected out of hand. 13. For home owners their investment in their homes is the largest and most secure investment that they will likely make in their lifetimes. And to see it being potentially shifted and diminished by capricious and unthought out actions of the Respondents (for their potential -but misguided sole benefits only) is a travesty of justice and fairness which is not acceptable. 14. The fact that there may be tougher economic times does not mean that a developer the First and Second Respondents, because of their need (namely their need to gain revenue from its development) of Respondents) can dictate terms to the Third Respondent or is citizens. 15. Selling liquor is the big profit margin for stores –we need to fight against that under all circumstances. 16. The fact that 7-Eleven has put in place steps to prevent robberies –is an admission by them that there is such a problem.
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City of Santa Monica 3032 Wilshire Boulevard Objection by Neighbors
ANALAGOUS SANTA MONICA ISSUES
17. The Complainants know of failures by the Third Respondent in Santa Monica: At the Goodwill site at Santa Monica Blvd and 26th Street and the 24 hour McDonalds site at 2712 Santa Monica Boulevard. The declarations of Professor Michael Bazyler and Dr Karen Feldman are attached.
GENERAL INFIROMATION 18. Reference is made to internet investigations and research by the Complainants about convenience stores and their effect different neighborhoods and on society. The following sites are submitted for consideration by the Respondents https://brandongaille.com/13-convenience-store-advantages-and-disadvantages/ https://brandongaille.com/34-convenience-store-industry-statistics-and-trends/ https://www.convenience.org/Topics/CommunityToolkit/Site-Approval-Toolkit.pdf https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/biz-columns- blogs/development/article153640229.html https://crimedoctor.com/convenience-store-security/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Convenience_store_crime
MODIFIED USAGE IS OPPOSED
19. The request by the First Respondent and the Second Respondent should be denied by the Planning Commission and all other bodies of the Third Respondent. 20. A grant of a modified/partial/truncated license is also opposed. 21. The Complainants believe that any truncated approval (for instance shorter hours and non-liquor licensure) would be the thin end of a wedge. Once a foothold is established by the First respondent to the site it will be the beginning of a process to extend their rights of usage. It would be an unwarranted drain of resources of residents and the City to keep the First Respondent from expanding its licensure efforts that it did not get first time around.
22. in Berkeley --the City Council there apparently imposed shorter hours–and Southland accepted that. For all the reasons above however that is not acceptable to the Complainant, the residents of the neighborhood. These reasons are persuasive and compelling.
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PANDEMIC
23. In pandemic conditions there would appear to be no need for another small footprint store- with crowding conditions. a. It appears socially irresponsible by Southland, Tait, the City to add to this problems and issues of its citizens b. This pandemic is likely to be around for at least another year, plus: 24. Failing any outright rejection of the application of the Frist and Second Respondents, any continuing City deliberations should be put off for a year. This would permit a 360 unbiased complete study of the issues, and a more informed thorough and responsible decision to be made.
CONCLUSION
25. The land use request should be rejected.
SUBMITTED By
______Date November 2, 2020 Charles Berman Attorney 938 Stanford Street Santa Monica CA 90403 [email protected]
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From: wendy sharp To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Re: 20ENT-0170 7-eleven should be rejected Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 11:21:52 AM
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Cary Fukui:
The proposal for a 24 hour market within one mile of six other full service markets is excessive and not needed. There has been no public request and no need demonstrated for a 24 hour market. Nearby: already open until 11 p.m. (Erewhon and Bristol Farms), 1:00 a.m. (Ralphs), and 2:00 a.m.(Ralphs). CVS is open 24 hours. There is no demonstrated need for this round the clock business in a residential neighborhood.
Reschedule this meeting No notice was given to the business surrounding the proposed site--only residents received the notice. The decision should be postponed until all input can be given--and to schedule this meeting in the midst of a national election will not offer an opportunity for proper commenting from the surrounding residents and businesses. to happen.
Noise in residential neighborhood Delivery trucks cause loud booming noises late and early unless restricted to daytime hours. Customers shopping and parking and slamming car doors and talking between 11 and 6 a.m. will cause noise which will disturb the neighborhood.
Traffic and parking The traffic on the Wilshire/Berkeley corner is already infamously bad. A market designed for quick stops will only worsen that danger. The traffic signals are not obeyed and crosswalks are always in danger from people rushing through the light. The busy street corner causes the neighboring streets to become more congested with cars trying to avoid the slow down. The parking is at a minimum--where will the 20 employees park? Where will all of the employees for all of the businesses at that one site park? In our already packed and restricted neighborhoods? Will their use of public transit be mandated? In their lease? The parking crunch should not be borne by homeowners who pay for their parking as the City has already allowed to happen with Erewhon ,Whole Foods and Bristol Farms.
Alcohol How are we to be assured there will NEVER be alcohol sold there? Will it be in the lease agreement? Will it be language inserted when the proposal is granted? Will there be a substantial fine if violated?
Trash and loitering and crime 7-eleven's are notoriously dirty and draw loitering and crime--including a high rate of robberies.
Please reject a 24 hour market.
Wendy Sharp 1232 Stanford Street Santa Monica, Ca 90404 From: rael3000 To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Response to 7-Eleven / November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 11:27:53 AM
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To the attention of Caru Fukui,
I would like to express my family's strong opposition to the 7-Eleven planned for the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire. We live 1 1/2 blocks away from this location at 1311 Berkeley St.
First, there are several 7-Elevens within a few minutes drive of this location. Anyone in need of sustenance at 4AM can surely drive 2-5 more minutes. During daylight hours, there is a large supermarket open early and late across the street; an ATM in the Credit Union across the street; and a pharmacy one block away. Who exactly then does this 7-Eleven serve? It offers little to those of us who actually live here--the primary benefactors are an out-of-state developer and a multinational corporation.
Second, the parking lot for this proposed 7-Eleven directly abuts a one-story residential apartment building. Can those residents expect loud cars, talking, deliveries, and worse, at all hours of the day and night? Thankfully, my family does not live quite so close, but this adjacency underscores the clear ill-suitedness of a 24 hour convenience store in this location. Further, we are all well aware of the problems in the parking lots of other local convenience stores; for example, the 7-Eleven at Santa Monica and 17th. I am not blaming 7-Eleven for all of society's ills but it saddens me that this neighborhood will almost inevitably become less safe, dirtier, and noisier--especially for those of us raising small children.
Thirdly, and more broadly, what is the planning commission's vision for Santa Monica going forward? Do we really need more convenience stores? More convenience stores paying low wages and meager benefits? More convenience stores primarily in the business of trafficking unhealthy junk food (however they may try and "greenwash" this particular location)? I would like to see this space used for something locally-owned, with products and business hours that genuinely serve the local community rather than simply being leased to the highest bidder.
And finally, a quotation from the developer's own website that underscores an insincerity and disconnect between their words and actions: "In contrast to several past developers, we asked the community what it wanted this former bank building on Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica to become...We are in the process of delivering a modernized rehab of the existing structure, full of restaurants — to the delight of the neighborhood." (https://www.cadencecap.com/property/3032-wilshire/)
Unlike the out-of-state developer, I am a resident of the neighborhood and trust me, there is no "delight" in a redundant convenience store.
Sincerely, Rael Lewis 267.290.8909 From: Paula Goldman To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 11:42:40 AM
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Re: CUP #20ENT-0170 24 hour convenience store at Wilshire and Berkeley
Dear Commissioners:
Please do not approve a 24 hour store for the new development at Wilshire and Berkeley. That was never included in the original description to the neighborhood; we were expecting offices and restaurants.
The neighborhood already has 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 7- Elevens. Why would any business person think the area can support another one? We have noticed that the sign now claims “No Alcohol”, but we all know from experience that that rarely lasts.
Our residential neighborhood has enough noise and traffic from Wilshire; we do not need night time delivery trucks and a busy parking lot.
This is poorly thought out. Bad planning and a bad investment. Please vote against approving a business no one wants or needs.
Thanks for your consideration,
Paula Goldman and Brian Wolf 2821 Washington Avenue 90403 From: hector cueva To: Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments; David Martin; Jing Yeo Subject: Item 9-C. 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit). Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 1:36:09 PM
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To whom it may concern,
I am writing to passionately oppose the proposed 7-Eleven at Berkeley and Wilshire, for the following reasons, please do read them and consider them as if you lived down the block.
1) It would defeat the purpose of limiting alcohol sells at local markets to midnight. King's Liquor closes at 10pm, they're an appropriate neighbor. Bristol Farms, CVS, and Bevmo all close early to the relief of mid-city.
2) You already see homeless and loitering on Wilshire from Ocean to Bundy, more specifically near the mattress store (Yale), the Petco/HR Block (Yale).
3) I can only speak to the rowdy crowds at Busby's which already spill onto residential streets. I can hear them through my window across the alley.
4) The bars at 26/Wilshire & Amherst/Wilshire would only be 5 blocks away. Same concern.
5) I invite you to 16th's 7-Eleven - On the early morning of 10/30 you could see a homeless on the sidewalk at 17th, just flat across the sidewalk not against a wall, just a horrific image of blight, and another marauding along Santa Monica Blvd. How do you jog around them? How do you walk your dog around them? Wheel your chair around them?
6) I invite you to the encampment on Broadway across from the 7-Eleven Bundy as well as the existing camp at Wilshire and Wellseley.
8) Our neighborhoods don't belong to us any more and are a danger to PEDESTRIANS. Not everyone can turn a blind and drive past the stench, the health hazards, and the blight.
9) I already see cars speeding up Berkeley and rolling past stop signs. Please address that first.
10) If the progressive, liberal concensus was for the Supreme Court hearings to wait for election results I feel defrauded and disenfranchised by my local council and planning commission that would choose to ram this hearing. Way to sell out our neighborhood.
Hector Cueva 1427 Berkeley Street
& While I have your planning attention, who do I write to to get a stop light at Broadway and Stanford. Mid city's infrastructure is not ready for the new apartments on Santa Monica or Colorado, I see way too many skipping the stop at Colorado. Thanks. From: Susan Gross To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 No 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 3:04:10 PM
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To the Planning Board,
I have written you all with our plea to deny the permit for the proposed 7-11 at Berkeley/Wilshire.
I have one more point. Please take into account the amount of lighting needed to keep a 60-space parking lot safe all night long for this 24 hour store. This parking lot is deep and right next our residential neighborhood. Who benefits from this ill-fated project? Just the developer. This store was not what we were told would be in this complex.
Please vote to deny this project.
Thank you, Susan Gross 1315 Stanford Street
From: Jing Yeo To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Fwd: Wed Nov. 4th item 9-C Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 3:42:46 PM
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Wednesday Nov. 4th item # 9-C Please see that this unwanted, and unnecessary convenience store will not get approved.
First they said 5-midnight, now 3 days ago change to 24 hour!
Please don’t do this to our neighborhood.! Don’t create a nuisance!
This is not the type of business to be at a bus stop corner, there are more than 30 kids that live on Berkeley St. just south of Wilshire.
Thank you,
Stephen Bastow 310-877-6047 22 year homeowner on Berkeley Street [email protected] From: JAMIE ANN VAN NOTE To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020; CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 4:08:22 PM
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Dear Santa Monica Planning commission-
I have been a Santa Monica resident for over 20 years and I am very concerned about the proposal for a new 24-hour 7-Eleven convenience store on the SW corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Street.
I work as a nurse practitioner at the VA and I live with my husband and two young children blocks from this location.
There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7- elevens.
24-hour convenience stores are known to bring crime to neighborhoods and we do not need another 24-hr market in our neighborhood!
Please reject this proposal for community safety.
Thank you,
Jamie Van Note Santa Monica Resident From: Greg Orshansky To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 4:12:52 PM
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Dear Planning Commission,
I have lived in Santa Monica since 1988, attended Santa Monica High School, UCLA, Cedars Sinai Residency, and now work at the VA Hospital.
I have seen all of the local 7-elevens and none have been controlled to prevent loitering, particularly in the late hours and thus create an unsafe environment.
I strongly oppose the planned 7-Eleven on Berkeley/Wilshire Blvd.
- There are plenty of nearby alternatives with NO community need. - There is specifically NO need for a 24 hour store. - They are a magnet for crime and loitering - This is a residential area - The parking lot should be secured at night/no parking – having a 24 hour store will disrupt the tranquility of the neighborhood, increase crime, and create an UNSAFE Environment.
Thank you for your consideration, Greg ----- Greg Orshansky, MD Health Science Clinical Professor, UCLA Department of Medicine From: Shilpa Wali To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 24 hour 7-eleven Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 4:14:21 PM
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Dear Santa Monica Planning commission-
I have been a Santa Monica resident for over 17 years and I am very concerned about the proposal for a new 24-hour 7-Eleven convenience store on the SW corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Street.
I am physician and I live with my husband and two young children just blocks from this location.
There are 5 markets and 4 other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, including 3 other 7-elevens.
24-hour convenience stores are known to bring crime to neighborhoods and we do not need another 24-hr market in our neighborhood!
Please reject this proposal for community safety.
Thank you,
ShIlpa Wali Santa Monica Resident
Sent from my iPhone From: wendie olshan To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 4:43:00 PM
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Dear Planning Commission: I request that you do not approve the installation of a 7/11 (esp. 24 hr.) at the southwest corner of Wilshire & Berkeley in Santa Monica. This location is directly adjacent to a residential neighborhood. It will attract the same type of 'undesirable' element that the 7/11 at 7th and Wilshire does causing an unsafe environment for the neighborhood. The large unsecured parking lot behind the bldg. will likely become a haven for criminal elements. Deliveries will cause extra traffic and noise disrupting the adjacent residential neighborhood. There are also 7 markets, a Target (which has a market section), and a few other 24 hr. stores with 1.5 mile radius. This 7/11 is not desirable and not necessary. There is no need for this store @ Berkeley & Wilshire. As a 45+ year resident of Santa Monica, I request that this project NOT BE ALLOWED.
W.K. Olshan From: Tricia Crane To: Nina Fresco; Jim Ries; Shawn Landres; Leslie Lambert; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Kyle Ferstead Cc: Cary Fukui; Jing Yeo; Planning Commission Comments Subject: NE Neighbors Letter re Agenda Item 9-C., Nov. 4, 2020 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 6:02:49 PM
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To: The Planning Commission From: The Board of Northeast Neighbors Re: Agenda Item 9-C., Nov 4, 2020 - 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit Application)
Dear Planning Commissioners, Safety is currently the top concern expressed by many members of the Northeast Neighbors neighborhood association who are voicing strong opposition to the proposed CUP for a 24-hour 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. We have held two Zoom meetings to discuss the proposal with residents who live near 3032 Wilshire. We also participated in a “walk-through” with the Santa Monica Police Department and the representative of 7-Eleven. The SMPD identified a number of security concerns and generated a security plan for the convenience store, including building an 8-foot wall at the rear of the parking lot behind the building and installing lighting and security cameras and hiring a night-time security guard. The applicant has agreed to this security plan in a sincere effort to allay the concerns of residents. The 7-Eleven representative also stated that the applicant would agree that there will be no alcohol sold now or at any time in the future. Unfortunately, the very nature of a convenience store – especially one that never closes – brings safety risks that are not associated with other uses. Research shows that convenience stores have a higher incidence of robbery and crimes than other businesses. A study conducted by the Arizona State University Center for Problem-Solving Policing reports that convenience stores create dangerous environments: - 6% of all robberies nationwide take place in or at convenience stores - Convenience stores are repeatedly robbed - Convenience store employees suffer from a high rate of homicide The strongest factor contributing to the lack of safety at convenience stores are the operational hours, particularly for stores that are open for 24 hours, according to the study. (source: https://popcenter.asu.edu/content/robbery-convenience-stores-0) When the building at 3032 Wilshire was proposed and presented to Northeast Neighbors, it was enthusiastically supported. Our members regarded it as a potential enhancement to the commercial stretch of East Wilshire for the residents who live in the neighborhoods to the north and south. The vision presented to us by the developer was of a cluster of small restaurants that would be within walking distance from the surrounding multifamily and single-family neighborhoods. No one imagined that the first tenant would be a 24-hour convenience store. The Board of Northeast Neighbors appreciates and supports the five Staff-generated Operational Conditions that appear in the Planning Commission Report with a modification to Condition No. 1 and two additional Conditions: Revise of Condition No. 1) Reduce the Proposed Operating Hours to 6 am - 11 pm. consistent with Bristol Farms across the street. Condition No. 6) The parking lot behind the building will have a gate that will be locked during the hours the 7-Eleven is closed for business Condition No. 7) 7-Eleven shall not apply for a permit to sell alcohol now or at any time in the future for this store. This “no alcohol” agreement will also be written into the lease agreement with the property owner. If all of these seven Conditions are written into the Statement of Official Action, NE Neighbors can support the Approval of a CUP for a 7-Eleven at 3032 Wilshire. Sincerely, The Board of Northeast Neighbors Clerk – Please include a copy of this letter in the Public Record for Agenda Item 9-C, Nov. 4, 2020
From: Diana McNeill To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Re: 20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 8:15:05 PM
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Hi Cary,
I am a concerned Santa Monica resident living on Berkeley and Arizona. I believe that putting a 7-Eleven on the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire will be a massive problem. We already struggle with transients in our alleyway where we park our cars—they have broken into our cars and stolen from our car ports and even smashed mirrors. I believe this issue would only increase exponentially if a 7-Eleven were to be built in our neighborhood. During the day, our neighborhood is relatively quiet and safe, but I believe that the 7-Eleven would change this and make it so that me and my neighbors with young kids would not feel safe to walk outside alone.
Best, Diana
Sent from my iPad From: Shane Fitzgibbon To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 20ENT-0170 Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 8:34:25 PM
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Hello, I really am very very against the idea of a 7-11 store going in on wilshire and berkeley. We already have a 7-11 within walking distance and several other 24 hour markets. This will undoubtedly attract transients that already harass me and my children daily, trespass in my car port and on my upstairs porch and break into and sleep in my van. We do not need this attractive nuisance in out neighborhood just so we can go buy a coffee. Thank you.
-- Shane Fitzgibbon 949.677.0726 From: Judy Rothman Rofé To: Planning; Leslie Lambert; Shawn Landres; Jim Ries; Nina Fresco; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Ellis Raskin; [email protected]; Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 - Proposed 7/11 on 3032 Berkeley Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 9:06:07 PM
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Dear SM Planning Committee:
We have lived on Berkeley Street near Wilshire for 27 years. We were shocked to hear that a 24-hour 7/11 will be opening down the block from us on a residential street. The developers have blindsided residents and we want to go on record that we strongly oppose the 7/11 (and its 20-year lease) for the following reasons:
- FBI data shows that higher crime is associated with 24-hour markets, and it is highly unusual for this sort of store to be on a residential street - Delivery trucks and multiple customers will cause traffic concerns on an unsafe corner. The intersection of Berkeley and Wilshire is already congested - it often takes two green light cycles to transverse this intersection from north to south. The added traffic will cause further congestion and accidents. - There are four other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, all on main intersections rather than residential side streets. - The developers promised the community interesting restaurants; we understand that this it was not possible to procure these leases during the pandemic, but it is unethical to pivot without consulting residents. - The other 7/11s in SM and West LA on Wilshire do not face or have entrances and storefronts on residential side streets.
We appreciate your assistance in dealing with this issue and request to speak tomorrow at the meeting of the Planning Commission.
Sincerely, Judith Rothman Rofé and Peter Rofé 1040 Berkeley Street Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-829-7646 office 310-780-0381 mobile From: Christy Hobart To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Agenda Item 9-C., Nov 4, 2020 - 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit) Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 9:36:45 PM
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Dear Planning Commission,
The proposed CUP for a 24-hour 7-Eleven at Wilshire and Berkeley is obviously a terrible idea!! NOBODY who lives in the neighborhood wants it. We all know that these types of convenience stores attract problems--sketchy people who hang around the parking lot for hours on end, crime, excessive traffic. Who knows what else? I avoid these places because I don't feel safe going near them. A spot attracting a crowd with junk food, sodas, cigarettes, and beer is not what we need.
I've lived with my family on Yale Street at Wilshire for 20+ years. We've been happy to see nice restaurants (Milo and Olive) join old favorites, the addition of great markets (Erewhon and Bristol Farms), and even fast food places come in. Let's keep that up!
But a 7-Eleven?? No, no, no. Please, no!
Thank you,
Christy Hobart From: Sarah Rogers To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 7-Eleven at Wilshire & Berkeley Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 7:21:43 AM
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To the Planning Commission,
I understand that 7-Eleven is proposing a site at the corner of Berkeley and Wilshire. As an 11 year Santa Monica resident living just 2 blocks away on Stanford street, I am strongly opposed.
There is significant data indicating that 24-hour businesses are associated with increased crime. I have seen firsthand how the 7-Eleven at Wilshire and Barrington (less than 1 mile away) has negatively impacted the neighborhood. In one instance, when I was in the parking lot there, I (with my 3 kids in my car) witnessed 2 people engaged in illicit sexual behavior outside the store in broad daylight.
There are already plenty of convenience stores and markets in the neighborhood. As a community we have many challenges to deal with as we face income inequality and homelessness. Please do not add another obstacle. Thank you for listening.
Sarah Rogers Santa Monica Resident
Sent from my iPhone From: Melissa Zak To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: FW: 7 Eleven at Berkeley and Wilshire - PLEASE NO!! Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 8:39:52 AM
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From: Kim Wooden
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Dear Santa Monica Planning:
I am a homeowner on the 1100 block of Franklin.
I am writing to respectfully vehemently PROTEST AGAINST a new business, potentially planned for the new building protest against a new business, potentially opening on the southwest corner of Berkeley Street and Wilshire Blvd.
I see the 24 hr thugs that hang around 7-Eleven on Wilshire and the Federal area - we have children and already FAR TOO MUCH TRAFFIC on Berkeley. This along with the grocery stores trucks that continue to make u-turns at 4 and 5 in the morning around our homes would create an unsafe and hazardous environment.
AGAIN I EMPHASIZE THE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS:
1. The potential for a high concentration of homeless developing there is strong. 2. The likelihood for “unsavory” individuals to gather there, all day and night, is high.
It is fairly common knowledge that convenience stores bring a certain, “negative climate“ to the neighborhood they are in.
Within a 4 block radius surrounding that location, there are families with children and a good number of senior citizens.
My family has developed several residential apartments in SM in the 70's and Planning always required a Traffic Report - and if that report failed the project did not happen.
I don't know the thought process behind putting such a terrible development in this already over exposed and traffic infested neighborhood but it can't happen.
Thank you Kim L. Wooden President 11835 W. Olympic Boulevard, Suite1210E Los Angeles, CA 90064 Main: 310.576.6906 Fax: 310.395.0142 Email: [email protected] From: Mary Lou Malphus To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 2November 4 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 8:43:36 AM
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Dear sirs,
Ad an almost 40 year resident three blocks from the proposed 7-11 I know that this neighborhood neither needs nor wants this business in this location. There are ample alternatives in the area for immediate consumer needs. I am opposed to your approval of this project. Mary Lou Malphus 827 Yale Street Santa Monica
Sent from my iPhone IMPORTANT WARNING: This message is intended for the use of the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged and confidential, the disclosure of which is governed by applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this information is strictly prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation. From: Barry Schindel To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 8:43:48 AM
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I’m a resident of Santa Monica and a registered voter. I DO NOT want to see this development continue. No 7 Eleven!!!!! Whoever approves this will never get my vote ever again and I will work tirelessly for their defeat. This is not progress for our community. This is a callous disregard for our safety and quality of life!!
Barry Schindel.
Sent from iPhone From: Samantha Schlumberger To: Planning Cc: Planning Commission Comments; Richard McKinnon; Mario Fonda-Bonardi; Shawn Landres; Leslie Lambert; Elisa Paster; Nina Fresco; [email protected]; Ellis Raskin; Jim Ries Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 - Proposed 7/11 on 3032 Berkeley Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 8:55:25 AM
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Dear SM Planning Committee:
We have lived on Berkeley Street near Wilshire for 8 years and have two small children. We were shocked to hear that a 24-hour 7/11 will be opening down the block from us on a residential street. The developers have blindsided residents and we want to go on record that we strongly oppose the 7/11 (and its 20-year lease) for the following reasons:
- FBI data shows that higher crime is associated with 24-hour markets, and it is highly unusual for this sort of store to be on a residential street - Delivery trucks and multiple customers will cause traffic concerns on an unsafe corner. The intersection of Berkeley and Wilshire is already congested - it often takes two green light cycles to transverse this intersection from north to south. The added traffic will cause further congestion and accidents. - There are four other 24-hour stores within a mile radius, all on main intersections rather than residential side streets. - The developers promised the community interesting restaurants; we understand that this it was not possible to procure these leases during the pandemic, but it is unethical to pivot without consulting residents. - The other 7/11s in SM and West LA on Wilshire do not face or have entrances and storefronts on residential side streets.
We appreciate your assistance in dealing with this issue and request to speak tomorrow at the meeting of the Planning Commission.
Sincerely,
Samantha and Gabriel Schlumberger From: rachel marlowe To: Planning Commission Comments; Cary Fukui Subject: November 4 2020: CUP #20ent-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:13:03 AM
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Hello,
I am writing to oppose the planned opening of a 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire. This 24 hour store will be a blight on the neighborhood and lead to a rise in crime, noise and litter.
We have plenty of markets on this stretch of Wilshire and do not need or want this store!
Best, Rachel
Rachel Marlowe [email protected] RachelMarlowe.com From: Leslie McKnight To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP#20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:26:00 AM
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To whom it may concern:
My family and I are very concerned about the potential for a 7-Eleven on the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. We have been in this neighborhood for nearly 8 years and feel extremely safe here despite growing homeless and crime rates in parts of the city. 7-Eleven is an unnecessary addition to our quiet neighborhood. Not only does it have the potential to draw crime to our residential area but also general disruption including large scale deliveries to the store. There are many other options for 24 hour markets including locally-owned small businesses. This should not be an option. The new construction is beautiful and can be put to use in so many other ways that will benefit our neighborhood and the families who live here. We OPPOSE 7-Eleven at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley. Support small business and keep our neighborhood safe.
Leslie McKnight From: Stephen Bastow To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: ITEM #9-C Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:30:46 AM
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Imagine on your street a corporate franchise 24 store wanted to business, what would you say to yourself then, wonderful!, I think not. And that is why every homeowner here is against adding more crime, accidents, police call, fire department calls, noise. ( I read the 20+ page assessment, not completely true! But limited to time to list objections. The bus drop off will be great for the homeless to stop by and get a mid nite snack, and eventually alcohol. The Hospitals that are open 24/7 already have a closer 7/11 to frequent.
Please say No
Thanks for listening. 22 year home owner on Berkeley Stephen Bastow 310-877-6047 [email protected] From: Rob Perrin To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Kristi Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP# 20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:33:04 AM
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To the Members of the Planning Commission:
We write in reference to the Planning Commission’s consideration of the proposed installation of a 7-Eleven convenience store at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Berkeley Street. As long-time residents of Santa Monica, and specifically of the “College Streets” neighborhood, we urge the Commission to reject the proposed project as completely out of character with the neighborhood and deleterious to public health and safety.
We live with our three daughters on 847 Stanford Street, where we have resided since 2011. From 2005 through 2011, we lived two blocks away at 2825 Washington Avenue, near Yale Street. Before that, from 1996-2005, we lived at 18th Street and Montana Avenue. All of our daughters attended Franklin Elementary School. We thus have spent nearly 25 years living in or around the neighborhood in which the Planning Commission now is considering placing a 7-Eleven.
Installing a late-night convenience store in the College Streets residential neighborhood makes little sense. While Wilshire is a largely commercial corridor, the commercial development on Wilshire between Centinela Avenue and 26th Street is immediately abutted on both sides by residences—apartments and single-family homes. The establishments that are currently located on Wilshire in the area for the most part provide some value to neighborhood residents, allowing them to shop for groceries and pet supplies (e.g., Bristol Farms, Erewhon Market, Petco), pick up prescriptions (e.g., CVS), dine out (e.g., Milo & Olive, Kimuya, Habit Burger, Sonny McLean’s), do their banking or attend medical appointments. By contrast, the proposed 7-Eleven will provide no value to College Street residents. Indeed, it is difficult to discern what customer base the Planning Commission sees the 7-Eleven as serving, as the families and elderly residents that populate the neighborhood will not be shopping there, and instead actively avoiding it. There are certainly exclusively commercial areas in Santa Monica (or around Los Angeles) where a 7- Eleven—and the late-night traffic it seeks to attract—would not disrupt the quality of life, or change the area’s character. The College Streets residential neighborhood is not one of them.
The proposed 7-Eleven also cuts against public health and safety. The products for which 7-Eleven is chiefly known— caffeine, tobacco, processed snacks and sugar—aren’t on anyone’s healthy food list. We have consumed our share of 7-Eleven fare on cross-country road trips, but the College Streets residents don’t need or want a 7-Eleven to meet our nutritional needs. Finally, while we appreciate that the property owners and operators have suggested that they will work with the SM Police Department to try and monitor the adjacent parking lot from midnight to 5 AM in order to address security concerns, we respectfully submit these efforts admit the problem that makes this project untenable: namely, that it is the proposed operation of the 7-Eleven that is creating the heightened security risks in the first place. Were the Commission to approve the store, it would thus be knowingly injecting heightened public safety risks into a relatively crime-free area, without any upside to the neighborhood.
We believe the Commissioners need to ask themselves whether they would be in favor of having a 7-Eleven suddenly placed within a block or two from their own homes. We would be surprised if the answer were yes. Please deny this proposal, in its entirety. Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert Perrin & Kristi Springer 847 Stanford Street Santa Monica, CA 90403 From: Kate Mulligan To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP # 20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:45:01 AM
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To Whom it May Concern,
As a home owner at 2811 Arizona Ave, near the proposed site of a 7-Eleven store at 13032 Wiltshire Blvd, I am strongly opposed to the approval of this store opening at this site! We already have serious traffic safety issues in the area and this proposed store would only exacerbate the problem. It is also known that 24-hr convenience stores tend to be magnets for crime, which is a concern for our residential neighborhood. Moreover, there are already several markets and 4 other 24-hr markets within a mile radius of this site. The community does not need another 7-Eleven.
Please do not approve this proposal for the safety of the individuals and families living in this community.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Mulligan From: sharon To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:50:43 AM
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Our city, our community, our neighbors are battling more than one unprecedented deadly public crisis today. While the COVID-19 pandemic reaches record-breaking numbers, the opioid epidemic rages on, with more and more of our children are overdosing, dying. Violent crimes have surged. Gun violence, break-ins and thefts are all on the rise.
And just when we thought it couldn’t get any worse... here comes the 7 ELEVEN down the block. Because what better way to promote more violent crime, more addiction and overdose, more car jacking and crimes of opportunity, more COVID cases, more desperation and deeper despair than building an unsightly but incredibly powerful magnet for more violent crimes, more addiction and overdose, more theft, more break-ins more hopelessness?
I implore you to look at the facts, to look at our street, to look at your constituents and say no, I will not be responsible for fueling this fire, and for the violence and death that will follow. Not on my watch.
Respectfully, Sharon Schindel Yale Street From: Manoosh Yashar To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: 711 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 9:57:36 AM
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There are BevMo and Bristol farm very close by that are selling wine and liquor we don’t need 711 acres the street please stop it since there are a lot of families living in this area and don’t need to jeopardize the safety of the residents. Mahnosh Yashar 1165 Franklin st -- Manoosh Yashar Keller Williams Realty mobile 310.968.4324 e-mail [email protected] CA DRE# 00909288 NMLS #325025 From: Cynthia Bell To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:01:23 AM
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Hello,
I am writing to OPPOSE the proposed 7-Eleven at Berkley and Wilshire Blvd, just 2 blocks from my house. Our residential neighborhood does not need another market, and certainly not this kind, which will be 24-hours and a magnet for crime, loitering, and drug activity. There are already 3 other 7-Elevens within a mile radius. My family - my kids - and our many friends in this community, deserve safe streets, alleys, and businesses. Please consider what this would be like near your home, and say no to 7-Eleven.
Thank you,
Cynthia Bell 2811 Arizona Ave. #3 Santa Monica, CA 90404 From: Ray and Dina Johnson To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: [email protected] Subject: 7-Eleven at Wilshire and Berkeley Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:26:47 AM
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Planning Commission Members,
Re Item: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Please do not allow the proposed 7-Eleven at Berkeley and Wilshire. This type of store is typically a magnet for a certain type of people who just hang around their parking lot.
And, that parking lot is huge and secluded. It will destroy the quality of life of the surrounding apartments. Please respect our neighborhood.
Thank you, Ray and Dina Johnson Santa Monica residents, Yale St From: Patricia Jakle To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:47:46 AM
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Dear Members of the Planning Commission,
I urge you to vote against the proposed 24 hour, 7-11 at the corner of Wilshire and Berkeley.
1. None of the businesses in this area are open after 9 p.m., most closing at 5.
2. Parking for this 7-11 would be behind the building. At night, this is not a safe scenario for either customers or neighbors.
3. The surrounding area is residential. It is not a transit neighborhood nor a commercial intersection. For emergencies, the CVS at the corner of Santa Monica Blvd and 26th street is open 24 hours. It is at a busy, transit, commercial intersection with lots of SAFE, well lit parking in the front of the building.
Please vote no for the preservation of safety in our neighborhoods. Our residential/car crime is dramatically increasing, and we do not need a 24 hour attraction to further lure nonresidents to be in the area at night.
Thank you for your consideration,
Pat Jakle 901 Yale Street From: Sheila MacWilliams To: Cary Fukui; Planning Commission Comments Subject: NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:56:42 AM
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(TYPING IN ALL CAPS TO SAVE TIME ONLY).
I HOPE THIS FINDS YOU ALL WELL AND HEALTHY.
PLEASE SEE MY FOLLOWING COMMENTS. I AM SCHEDULED TO SPEAK TONIGHT, BUT I ALSO WANT TO SUBMIT MY COMMENTS HERE SO THEY ARE DUALY NOTED.
IN REGARDS TO THE PROPOSED 7 ELEVEN ("7/11") SITE AT 3032 WILSHIRE BLVD, I AM HEREBY AGAINST THAT TENANCY AND USEAGE FOR THE BUILDING.
FIRSTLY, THE NEIGHBORHOOD IS ALREADY OVERSATURATED WITH MARKETS AND 7/11 LOCATIONS.
THERE ARE CURRENTLY THREE 7/11'S IN SANTA MONICA (1600 SANTA MONICA BLVD., 630 WILSHIRE, 1865 LINCOLN) AND ONE A THREE MINUTE DRIVE AWAY FROM 3032 WILSHIRE AT 11656 WILSHIRE IN WEST LOS ANGELES. YET ANOTHER ONE ONLY A 2 MINUTE DRIVE AWAY AT 12225 SANTA MONICA BLVD., WEST LA 90025. SO THAT IS FIVE 7/11'S ALREADY WITHIN A SHORT DRIVE.
THIS DENSELY RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD KNOWN AS THE COLLEGIATE STREETS DOES NOT NEED ANOTHER MARKET.
IT HAS BEEN OFTEN REPORTED (EVEN NOTED BY THE SANTA MONICA POLICE DEPARTMENT) THAT THESE TYPES OF 24 HOUR MARKETS ARE A MAGNET FOR CRIME. I ASK THAT EACH OF YOU GO ON THE ABOVE REFERENCED 7/11 SITES AND YELP OR GOOGLE REVIEWS. PLEASE READ THE COMMENTS ABOUT LOITERING, HARASSMENT, FILTH, PANHANDLING ,OPEN DRUG USE WHICH OCCUR AT THESE LOCATIONS. THERE ARE CONDOS, HOMES AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS WHICH HAVE A GREAT DEAL OF KIDS WHO LIVE, PLAY, WALK AND TAKE THE BUS TO SCHOOL IN THIS AREA WHICH ABUTS 3032 WILSHIRE AND BERKELEY AVENUE. WE DO NOT WANT OR NEED A 24 HOUR STORE.
THE DEVELOPER INTIMATED THAT THE 24 HOUR BUSINESS IS THEIR BUSINESS MODEL FOR WHICH THEY CANNOT STRAY AWAY FROM.
THIS IS NOT TRUE. THE FOLLOWING 7/11'S HAVE LIMITED HOURS WHICH THEY MUST ADHERE TO (MOST LIKEY FROM RESIDENTS WHO, LIKE US, ARE OPPOSING THE USE AT SUCH LOCATION).
JUST A FEW SAMPLES OF SUCH 7/11'S AND THEIR HOURS ARE:
WEST LA 11656 WILSHIRE, LA 90025 - CLOSES AT 10PM AND 9PM ON SOME DAYS.
11075 WEST OLYMPIC BLVD. LA 90064 - CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT.
818 WEST 7TH STREET, LA 90017 - CLOSES AT 2AM.
7750 STARLING DR., SAN DIEGO - CLOSES AT 11PM.
1501 UNIVERSITY AVE, BERKELEY, CA - CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT.
650 EAST 3RD AVE, SAN MATEO, CA - CLOSES AT 10PM
THESE ARE JUST A FEW SAMPLES OF HOUR LIMITATIONS.
IF THE CITY APPROVES THIS USE, WE VEHEMENTLY ARE AGAINST THE 24 HOUR SET UP. THIS LOCATION MUST ADHERE TO LIMITED HOURS. EVEN BRISTOL FARMS WHICH IS DIRECLTY ACROSS THE STREET AT 3105 WILSHIRE HAD TO ADHERE TO LIMITED HOURS DUE TO ITS CLOSE PROXIMITY TO DENSELY RESIDENTIAL HOMES AND APARTMENTS. BRISTOL FARMS MUST CLOSE AT 11PM EACH NIGHT.
IF APPROVED, THIS 7/11 PROPOSED LOCATION AT 3032 WILSHIRE MUST ADHERE TO LIMITED HOURS AND MATCH THOSE THAT BRISTOL FARMS HAD TO ADHERE TO.
I ALSO UNDERSTAND A 20 YEAR LEASE MAY BE ON THE TABLE.
I STRONGLY PROPOSE THAT SUCH LEASE MUST HAVE STIPULATIONS THAT NO ALCOHOL WILL EVER BE SOLD IN PERPETUITY AT THIS LOCATION AND THAT LIMITED HOURS MUST ALSO RUN WITH THE LEASE AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS IN PERPETUITY.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
BE WELL, STAY SAFE.
RESPECTFULLY,
SHEILA MACWILLIAMS
From: [email protected] To: Nina Fresco; Jim Ries; [email protected]; [email protected]; Shawn Landres; Richard McKinnon; Elisa Paster; Kyle Ferstead Cc: Cary Fukui; Jing Yeo; Jing Yeo; Planning Commission Comments Subject: Re: Agenda Item 9-C., Nov 4, 2020 - 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit) Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:56:56 AM
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Re: Agenda Item 9-C., Nov 4, 2020 - 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit)
Dear Planning Commissioners:
Thank you for the opportunity to express my views on the 7 Eleven Store (3032 Wilshire) being proposed for Berkeley and Wilshire. Whether we need a convenience store at this location is not for me to decide. However, I can weigh-in on the disruption that such a 24-hour store will create in this type of neighborhood, which is residential properties and low density apartments (vs. high-rise apartments).
In other words, it will negatively impact the community:
1. This neighborhood is not active between 10:00PM and 6:00AM, and therefore the clientele generated will not be part of the community and create a disruption within the community at off-hours.
2. Unwelcomed traffic and noise will be created within the area that currently is not present. Most people sleep during hours of 10:00PM and 6:00AM.
3. The increased clientele/individual will cause activity that should not be in this area at this time of night.
4. Other stores in the area do not have these kind of hours. Why are there no other stores that are open 24 hours in this area? CVS may be an exception, but it is in a different area, large parking lot, no immediate ‘living’ area, and serves a specific medical need having a pharmacy.
Please be sensitive to the neighborhood and the hours of operation. When this building was accepted by the neighborhood in the planning stages, a building having round-the-clock activity was not envisioned.
Thank you for the thoughtful staff analysis, and thank you in advance for the consideration that you will give to the deliberation on Wednesday evening.
Sincerely,
John Dahl Yale Street, SM, 90403
Clerk – Please include a copy of this letter in the Public Record for Agenda Item 9-C, Nov. 4, 2020 From: Brian Hunt To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:02:37 AM
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I am writing to the Commission to oppose the application for a 7-11 at 3302 Wilshire Boulevard. Please vote NO.
A 7-11 is absolutely incompatible with the RESIDENTIAL College Streets neighborhood and will negatively impact the families and children who live here.
These stores are magnets for loitering homeless, trash, violence and crime. Intentionally creating a mini-dystopia will permanently impair a relatively pleasant corner of Santa Monica.
On Sunday at 1:30PM, I drove by the 7-11 in the 600 block of Wilshire and took the attached photos: 1. A man urinating in front of the store 2. Two maskless men smoking a large item 3. A man lying in the landscape with cans of beer
In the first THREE days of November there have already been SEVEN calls for SMPD to the 600 block.
If necessity is a consideration, this location is directly across the street from Bristol Farms market which provides the same goods and products.
Please reject this unnecessary and unwanted application in favor of the residents who wish to peacefully enjoy their neighborhood.
Thank you for your consideration.
From the SMPD Calls For Service Log to the 7-11s in the City: 600 Wilshire 11/03 Lewd Activity #200105348 11/03 Disturbance of a business #200105526 11/02 Assault with a deadly weapon #200105105 11/02 Citizen Flag #200105239 11/01 Citizen Flag #200104659 11/01 Disturbance of a Business #200104725 11/01 72 hr Psychiatric Hold
1800 Lincoln 11/02 Health & Safety Code Violation #200105098 11/02 Disturbance of a business #200104955 11/01 Disturbance of a business #200104753
1600 Santa Monica 11/02 Petty theft #200104977
From: Anita-Marie Laurie To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: Re: Agenda Item 9-C., Nov 4, 2020 - 3032 Wilshire Boulevard (20ENT-0170 Conditional Use Permit) Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:24:49 AM
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Dear Planning Commissioners,
As a long time resident and homeowner in Santa Monica, specifically in the Northeast neighborhood of Santa Monica, I am opposed to the approval of the CUP for a 24-hour 7- Eleven at 3032 Wilshire Blvd. My main points of opposition are traffic impact and safety.
Traffic on upper Wilshire is already heavily impacted by the number of markets (Bristol Farms and Erewhon) as well as specialty stores (CVS and BevMo) affording the same product offerings as the proposed applicant. The same products
Convenience stores are subject to a higher rate of robberies especially if they are 24-hour operators. The proposed applicant should maintain hours of operation 7-11pm, not 24 hours a day.
The current CUP says no alcohol but it does not prohibit them seeking a license to sell alcohol at a later date. The CUP should clearly define that no alcohol permit and sales will ever be allowed.
I am adamantly opposed to the approval of the CUP for a 7-11 at 3032 Wilshire Blvd.
Anita-Marie Laurie 1047 Harvard Street From: amy thompson To: Planning Commission Comments Cc: Amy Thompson Subject: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:55:44 AM
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Dear Planning Commission-
Please consider denying the current application for a 7-11 at Berkeley and Wilshire. A 7-11 in this area provides no benefit to the community. I would argue it is a liability to the community and city as a whole. Crime and homeless will frequent the 7-11 causing more calls for police to answer. The police are put in more danger every time they have an increase in call volume. The entire city is tired of homeless, aggressive criminal behavior, panhandling, public defication and urination, sidewalk hoarding and camping, etc. I literally stepped over poop covered jeans yesterday. Last week while at Douglas Park a woman pulled her pants down in front of my husband and I and relieved herself. There was a public restroom 30 feet away but for some reason she opted not to use it. WE HAVE OUR HANDS FULL AS IT IS. Adding a 7-11 is like adding gasoline to a forest fire. Allowing another 7-11 to rent in any part of our city at this point is reckless and short sighted. Please work on a solution for the landlord. Reduce their tax or give them some type of incentive or way out if possible. I have been a Santa Monica resident for 37 years. I am afraid for our future if we keep going down the seemingly easy path. Do we want more encampments? Let’s take care of the homeless community we have now and not encourage those numbers to grow. Thank you in advance for reading my email and thank you for your service to Santa Monica.
Sincerely,
Amy Thompson 350 25th Street Santa Monica, Ca. 90402 310/422-0452 From: Suzanne Rode To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 11:56:52 AM
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Dear Planning Commissioners,
I am writing to you to express my OPPOSITION to the 7-11 at Berkeley and Wilshire. Please VOTE NO and preserve our city from Meth Addicts / Crime / Other Vagrants which have no business being in this otherwise pleasant are of the city.
Stop the destroying of our community - it is not compatible with our family neighborhoods.
Thank you,
Suzanne Rode Yale Street Resident From: Dina Nam To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP #20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 12:08:28 PM
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Dear Sir or Madam,
I heard that a 7-11 (or similar type of store) may lease space at the corner of Berkeley Street and Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica.
As a resident who lives on Berkeley Street, less than two blocks from this location, I have grave concerns that a convenience store that is open 24 hours a day will attract the wrong kind of crowd. My sense is that homelessness and crime is already rising in this area and I am not confident that having this kind of store so close to people's homes will have the kind of positive impact that people otherwise hope. Even in the past year, we've have serious issues at my own building with the homeless and other types of people sleeping in front of people's hallways/doorsteps, leaving drug paraphernalia in the alleyways around our homes, and looking through our delivery boxes and bags that are left in front of door steps.
While I am not opposed to having stores in general in that area, I am not comfortable with this specific type of 24-hour convenience store so close to my residence. I strongly urge the city to consider the full ramifications of having a 24 hour convenience store in this area before approving this.
Thank you, Dina Nam From: pamferrariroberts To: Planning Commission Comments Subject: November 4, 2020: CUP#20ENT-0170 Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 12:12:21 PM
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Dear Planning Commissioners, I am writing because I am not in favor of the proposed 7-Eleven on Wilshire and Berkeley. Researchers have shown that convenient stores that are open 24 hours a day have a higher crime rate. I am a single mother of four children and a long term resident of Santa Monica. We live only a few blocks for that location and strongly believe that is not what is needed in our neighborhood. Why do we need to entice late night loitering, creating a potential unsafe environment? Besides, we already have several convenience stores that offer everything a 7-Eleven offers. Also, parking is already tight around Wilshire and Berkeley. This will cause more congestion and frustration. I hope you consider my thoughts.
Sincerely, Pam Roberts