Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words

Articles written by Cynthia Renaud


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  • Santa Monica Police Chief Explains Why SMPD Didn't Shoot Looters and Rioters on May 31st.

    Cynthia Renaud, SMPD Police Chief|Jun 12, 2020
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    Editors note: 30,000 people have signed an online petition asking SM Police Chief Cynthia Renaud to resign after 131 Santa Monica businesses were looted, and a few burned, on May 31st. This is her side of the story: Sunday, May 31st is an unforgettable moment in Santa Monica history. On that day, peaceful protestors raised their voices against the killing of George Floyd. Sadly, a much smaller group of people with criminal intentions caused terrible damage to our community by looting and...

  • In Blog Post, Chief of Santa Monica Police Notes that Crime is Down 15% So Far in 2019

    Cynthia Renaud, SM Police Chief|Oct 12, 2019

    1/7/19: When I arrived in April of last year, I made a promise to the Santa Monica residents, businesses and the community overall that I would dedicate my first year to reducing crime and community outreach. In the last month, Santa Monica has experienced a handful of unique and high-profile incidents that attracted media coverage and news helicopters. I understand how that may cause some to feel unsafe. I want to reassure when crimes occur you have an extremely professional and highly...