On Thursday, March 5 from 7:45 am to 10:00 am, please join Westside Urban Forum for their Annual Westside Mayors Forum, where the mayors of our four vibrant Westside communities come together for a candid conversation about their land use priorities and the challenges shaping their cities in 2026.

This year’s forum will spotlight how our cities are tackling some of the most pressing issues of our time, including:

• Navigating shifting state and federal policies and their impact on sanctuary city policies, social and racial equity, and local land use decisions;
• Advancing sustainability through innovative approaches to emissions reduction, mobility, and stormwater management;
• Reimagining vacant office and retail spaces to meet immediate market needs while planning for future economic vitality;
• Responding to demographic changes, affordability pressures, and disaster recovery needs to support our surrounding communities;
• Preparing for the global spotlight with major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics;
• Addressing homelessness and expanding access to safe, affordable housing and mental health services;
• Upgrading critical infrastructure to support growth and resilience; and
• Collaborating with state lawmakers on policies affecting housing, water, infrastructure, and disaster preparedness.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from our mayors about the strategies being employed as they lead their cities through a time of rapid change. Enjoy breakfast and connect with fellow community members on March 5th.

Be part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of the Westside! RSVP required.

Invited Mayors
Mayor Caroline Torosis, City of Santa Monica
Mayor Sharona Nazarian, City of Beverly Hills
Mayor Freddy Puza, City of Culver City
Mayor John Heilman, City of West Hollywood

Moderator
Christopher Rhie, Founder of Rhie Planning LLC & Westside Urban Forum Board Member

Event Time
7:45 am – 9:30 am
7:45 am – Registration & Light Breakfast
8:30 am – Panel Discussion
9:15 am – Q & A with audience

Member Tickets: $25
Non-Member Tickets: $65

Directions
Avoid the stress of rush hour and skip traffic! The Helms Design Center at 8745 Washington Blvd in Culver City is conveniently located a short, pleasant walk from a number of transit lines, including:

Metro Rail “E” (Expo) Line Culver City Station (1 block west at Washington and National Blvds), and

Culver City Bus “1” and “1C1” lines (at the adjacent Washington Blvd/Helms Avenue street corner).

Protected bike lanes along Washington Blvd. connecting to Culver City’s larger bike lane network also provide a convenient, safe way to get to the Design Center.

If you choose to drive, street level parking is available throughout the Helms campus.

Sponsor Provided Tickets
Thanks to the generosity of our annual Sponsors, WUF has a small number of free tickets available to members of the community. If you are not able to join as a member or purchase a ticket for this month’s panel presentation, but would like to join us, please write WUF at info@westsideurbanforum to inquire if they have any remaining sponsor provided tickets.

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