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Rose Parade float

The council bet $650,000 that a Santa Monica float in the 2027 Rose Parade will boost tourism and civic pride ahead of the World Cup, Super Bowl media events and the 2028 Olympics — with a fundraising campaign to offset costs.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 9, 2026

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Camera Obscura Olympic legacy project

The long-closed Camera Obscura building will be restored with city-funded building repairs and Swiss-funded design, becoming a permanent Palisades Park concession by summer 2027 and a Swiss cultural venue during the 2028 Games.

1 mentionLast discussed May 26, 2026