The Digital Geologic-GIS Map of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Vicinity, California is composed of GIS data layers and GIS tables, and is available in the following GRI-supported GIS data formats: 1.) a 10.1 file geodatabase (samo_geology.gdb), a 2.) Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) geopackage, and 3.) 2.2 KMZ/KML file for use in Google Earth, however, this format version of the map is limited in data layers presented and in access to GRI ancillary table information. The file geodatabase format is supported with a 1.) ArcGIS Pro map file (.mapx) file (samo_geology.mapx) and individual Pro layer (.lyrx) files (for each GIS data layer), as well as with a 2.) 10.1 ArcMap (.mxd) map document (samo_geology.mxd) and individual 10.1 layer (.lyr) files (for each GIS data layer). The OGC geopackage is supported with a QGIS project (.qgz) file. Upon request, the GIS data is also available in ESRI 10.1 shapefile format. Contact Stephanie O'Meara (see contact information below) to acquire the GIS data in these GIS data formats. In addition to the GIS data and supporting GIS files, three additional files comprise a GRI digital geologic-GIS dataset or map: 1.) this file (samo_geology_gis_readme.pdf), 2.) the GRI ancillary map information document (.pdf) file (samo_geology.pdf) which contains geologic unit descriptions, as well as other ancillary map information and graphics from the source map(s) used by the GRI in the production of the GRI digital geologic-GIS data for the park, and 3.) a user-friendly FAQ PDF version of the metadata (samo_geology_metadata_faq.pdf). Please read the samo_geology_gis_readme.pdf for information pertaining to the proper extraction of the GIS data and other map files. Google Earth software is available for free at: https://www.google.com/earth/versions/. QGIS software is available for free at: https://www.qgis.org/en/site/. Users are encouraged to only use the Google Earth data for basic visualization, and to use the GIS data for any type of data analysis or investigation. The data were completed as a component of the Geologic Resources Inventory (GRI) program, a National Park Service (NPS) Inventory and Monitoring (I&M) Division funded program that is administered by the NPS Geologic Resources Division (GRD). For a complete listing of GRI products visit the GRI publications webpage: For a complete listing of GRI products visit the GRI publications webpage: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/geology/geologic-resources-inventory-products.htm. For more information about the Geologic Resources Inventory Program visit the GRI webpage: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/geology/gri,htm. At the bottom of that webpage is a "Contact Us" link if you need additional information. You may also directly contact the program coordinator, Jason Kenworthy (jason_kenworthy@nps.gov). Source geologic maps and data used to complete this GRI digital dataset were provided by the following: California Geological Survey. Detailed information concerning the sources used and their contribution the GRI product are listed in the Source Citation section(s) of this metadata record (samo_geology_metadata.txt or samo_geology_metadata_faq.pdf). Users of this data are cautioned about the locational accuracy of features within this dataset. Based on the source map scale of 1:100,000 and United States National Map Accuracy Standards features are within (horizontally) 50.8 meters or 166.7 feet of their actual _location as presented by this dataset. Users of this data should thus not assume the _location of features is exactly where they are portrayed in Google Earth, ArcGIS, QGIS or other software used to display this dataset. All GIS and ancillary tables were produced as per the NPS GRI Geology-GIS Geodatabase Data Model v. 2.3. (available at: https://www.nps.gov/articles/gri-geodatabase-model.htm).

These are the main layers that were used in the mapping and analysis for the Santa Monica Mountains Local Coastal Plan, which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on August 26, 2014, and certified by the California Coastal Commission on October 10, 2014. Below are some links to important documents and web mapping applications, as well as a link to the actual GIS data:

Plan Website – This has links to the actual plan, maps, and a link to our online web mapping application known as SMMLCP-NET. Click here for website. Online Web Mapping Application – This is the online web mapping application that shows all the layers associated with the plan. These are the same layers that are available for download below. Click here for the web mapping application. GIS Layers – This is a link to the GIS layers in the form of an ArcGIS Map Package, click here (LINK TO FOLLOW SOON) for ArcGIS Map Package (version 10.3). Also, included are layers in shapefile format. Those are included below.

Below is a list of the GIS Layers provided (shapefile format):

Recreation (Zipped - 5 MB - click here)

Coastal Zone Campground Trails (2012 National Park Service) Backbone Trail Class III Bike Route – Existing Class III Bike Route – Proposed

Scenic Resources (Zipped - 3 MB - click here)

Significant Ridgeline State-Designated Scenic Highway State-Designated Scenic Highway 200-foot buffer Scenic Route Scenic Route 200-foot buffer Scenic Element

Biological Resources (Zipped - 45 MB - click here)

National Hydrography Dataset – Streams H2 Habitat (High Scrutiny) H1 Habitat H1 Habitat 100-foot buffer H1 Habitat Quiet Zone H2 Habitat H3 Habitat

Hazards (Zipped - 8 MB - click here)

FEMA Flood Zone (100-year flood plain) Liquefaction Zone (Earthquake-Induced Liquefaction Potential) Landslide Area (Earthquake-Induced Landslide Potential) Fire Hazard and Responsibility Area

Zoning and Land Use (Zipped - 13 MB - click here)

Malibu LCP – LUP (1986) Malibu LCP – Zoning (1986) Land Use Policy Zoning

Other Layers (Zipped - 38 MB - click here)

Coastal Commission Appeal Jurisdiction Community Names Santa Monica Mountains (SMM) Coastal Zone Boundary Pepperdine University Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) Rural Village

Contact the L.A. County Dept. of Regional Planning's GIS Section if you have questions. Send to our email.

This layer includes elevation contours in Santa Monica. Data is sourced from the United States Geological Survey. Learn more at https://www.usgs.gov/core-science-systems/national-geospatial-program/national-map

Essential Businesses including Food Services during COVID-19 in Santa Monica. Looking for online-only businesses? Go here: https://gis-smgov.opendata.arcgis.com/datasets/covid19-essential-services-online-businesses

These data provide an accurate high-resolution shoreline compiled from imagery of SANTA MONICA BAY, MARINA DEL REY TO KING HARBOR . This vector shoreline data is based on an office interpretation of imagery that may be suitable as a geographic information system (GIS) data layer. This metadata describes information for both the line and point shapefiles. The NGS attribution scheme 'Coastal Ca...

Update: Bike Action Plan Amendment was adopted unanimously by City Council on 10/13/20The 2011 Bike Action plan provided a 5-year and 20-year road map for developing Santa Monica’s bicycle network. At that time protected bicycle lanes were not yet well-known in the United States. This Amendment provides an update to the Bike Action Plan that builds on the 20-year vision by updating corridors to protected bike lanes. The Amendment was developed following the same goals and objectives of the Bike Action Plan, but with an updated approach to meet the needs of Santa Monica today. The Amendment creates a path forward for Santa Monica to build a network of protected bikeways citywide in the next five years, compete for outside grant funding, and to continue progress towards the community’s climate, safety, and mobility goals, and build resilience in these uncertain economic times.2011 Bike Action PlanThe Bike Action Plan is guided and supported by Santa Monica’s award-winning 2010 Land Use and Circulation Element (LUCE) which lays out a bold vision for the city’s future, one that protects and enhances the city’s beautiful neighborhoods, creates new community benefits in complete neighborhoods around the new light rail stations, supports community character through good design, and minimizes traffic through a “No Net New Vehicle Trips” policy. This Bike Action Plan strives to be equally bold and practical. On the one hand, this plan envisions a future Santa Monica in which it is attractive and fun for Santa Monicans of all ages and abilities to use a bike to get everywhere in the city and to meet all the needs of daily life. On the other hand, it is also a detailed five-year implementation strategy for moving toward that vision. The adopted LUCE established a strong framework that supports the Bike Action Plan through:Integrating Land Use and TransportationCreating Complete StreetsPreserving and Enhancing NeighborhoodsManaging CongestionEnsuring Quality Transportation ChoicesFacilitating Affordable and Healthy TransportationSupporting Economic Health

City facilities, public parks, public schools, libraries, parking lots and structures, fire stations, hospitals, and Woodlawn Cemetery.

California Department of Fish and Game (DFG) ecologists conducted field reconnaissance for this project and Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission assisted with field data collection. Under contract to the DFG, GreenInfo Network digitized a fine-scale vegetation map of the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve (BWER). The mapping study area consists of approximately 600 acres within Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve of Los Angeles County, California. CNPS under separate contract and in collaboration with California Department of Fish and Wildlife VegCAMP developed the floristic vegetation classification used for the project. The floristic classification follows protocols compliant with the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) and National Vegetation Classification Standards (NVCS).This map study was initiated to assist in restoration planning for the Ballona Wetland Enhancement Project, which aims to restore and enhance native habitats on BWER and provide public access and recreational opportunities. The primary purpose of CDFW’s goal of developing fine-scale digital vegetation maps is part of the California Biodiversity Initiative Roadmap of 2018. The mapping study area consists of approximately 600 acres within Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve of Los Angeles County, California. Reconnaissance was conducted by CDFW ecologists on May 9-11, 2006 to collect a preliminary list of vegetation types to accurately represent the study area. On June 13, 2006, I.K. Curtis Aerial Photography took a true color orthophoto at 1-foot pixel resolution (±1:16,800) under contract to the Coastal Conservancy and Brad Henderson (CDFW) combined the preliminary vegetation list to manually draw polygons overlaid the air photo. GreenInfo used the drawing and air photo for a digitized map draft of polygons to be verified and assessed by field crews for Vegetation Type, Percent Cover, Exotics, Development Disturbance, and other attributes on June 19-22, 2007. Field crews noted 8 exotic, invasive species in the map polygons worthy of special interest in regards to restoration planning decisions. Field reconnaissance enhanced map quality. There was a total of 61 mapping classes. No accuracy assessment of this map has been performed because ecologists visited every polygon in the field. For detailed information, please refer to the following report:Vegetation Classification and Mapping Program, California Department of Fish and Game. Vegetation Map of Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve, Los Angeles County, California, 2007. California Department of Fish and Game; 2007. Available from: https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=16316

Learn more about the City of Santa Monica's Multi-Hazard Plan at https://www.smgov.net/Departments/OEM/Preparedness/Multi-Hazard_Plan.aspx

Geospatial data about City of Santa Monica, California Street Centerlines. Export to CAD, GIS, PDF, CSV and access via API.

The zoning ordinance translates the City of Santa Monica’s General Plan into specific regulations. With the adoption of the 2010 Land Use and Circulation Element a comprehensive Zoning Update project was undertaken. The most recent update to the Zoning Ordinance went into effect March 30, 2017. The updated document can be found here. New and Interim OrdinancesRecently passed ordinances For projects located in the Downtown, the Downtown Community Plan is in effect. Please see the Downtown Community Plan for more information. https://www.smgov.net/Departments/PCD/Plans/Downtown-Community-Plan/ To find the zoning district for a particular parcel use the Santa Monica Zoning Web Application or visit our Permitting Portal.Visit the City of Santa Monica's GIS page to view and download zoning information in publicly available datasets and maps.

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Learn more about the City of Santa Monica's Multi-Hazard Plan at https://www.smgov.net/Departments/OEM/Preparedness/Multi-Hazard_Plan.aspx

Learn more about street sweeping in Santa Monica at https://www.smgov.net/departments/publicworks/contentrecycling.aspx?id=8223

Vector Data of the Santa Monica Mountains and Griffith Park Linkage Analysis that is derived from a variety of data sources.

The L.A. County's Significant Ecological Areas dataset has been clipped to the Santa Monica Mountains Griffith Park Linkage Analysis study area. Significant Ecological Area (SEA) means an area that is determined to possess an example of biotic resources that cumulatively represent biological diversity for the purposes of protecting biotic diversity, as part of the Los Angeles County General Plan or a city’s general plan. Additional regulations shall be applied based on County Code 22.56.215: 'Significant Ecological Areas — Additional Regulations'. More information about the County’s SEA Program can be found at: https://planning.lacounty.gov/sea/

These data were automated to provide an accurate high-resolution historical shoreline of Santa Monica Bay, CA suitable as a geographic information system (GIS) data layer. These data are derived from shoreline maps that were produced by the NOAA National Ocean Service including its predecessor agencies which were based on an office interpretation of imagery and/or field survey. The NGS attribution scheme 'Coastal Cartographic Object Attribute Source Table (C-COAST)' was developed to conform the attribution of various sources of shoreline data into one attribution catalog. C-COAST is not a recognized standard, but was influenced by the International Hydrographic Organization's S-57 Object-Attribute standard so the data would be more accurately translated into S-57. This resource is a member of https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/inport/item/39808

Neighborhood Organizations in Santa Monica include: OrganizationWebsiteFriends of Sunset Parkwww.friendsofsunsetpark.orgNorth of Montana Associationwww.smnoma.orgOcean Park Associationwww.opa-sm.orgPico Neighborhood Associationhttps://pnasantamonica.wordpress.comSanta Monica Mid City Neighborswww.midcityneighbors.orgSanta Monica Northeast Neighborswww.neneighbors.orgWilshire Montana Neighborhood Coalition www.wilmont.org

Boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains Griffith Park Linkage Analysis study area.