The identity of the victim killed in a head-on collision July 4 in Malibu has been identified. 44-year-old Martin Okeke, a rideshare driver,
died at the scene on Pacific Coast Highway west of Carbon Canyon while driving a black 2020 Cadillac Escalade. Okeke’s vehicle was struck head on by a white 2019 Mercedes Benz traveling eastbound. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department said in a statement that
a preliminary investigation found that the Mercedes Benz “crossed the center median for unknown reasons and collided head-on with a 2020 Cadillac traveling westbound.”
The driver of the Mercedes under
parade, neighbors gather to communally indulge in one of the quintessential treats that Americans across Malibu and the country thoroughly enjoy on the Fourth of July — watermelon, of course!
Despite having no permit, Nobu restaurant went ahead with its “Red, White, and Bootsy” July 4 bash. The venue was issued a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) from the city dated June 10 “pending an updated parking and site plan submitted to The (sic) Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.” The TUP also expressly stated that “[a]pproval
of the event is pending approval of the LACFD” and “[a]pproval of the event is pending approval of the Sheriff’s Department.” The TUP also expressly stated that “[t] he event’s approval will be pending an updated parking plan submitted to the Public Works Department.” Finally, the TUP expressly stated that“[i]f any agency approval, additional information, or signed agreements are still pending by June 26, 2024, the Temporary Use Permit will be null and void.” No appeals to the conditional TUP were filed. It appears appeals are expensive, at a cost of $750 to the appellant. Nobu was notified two weeks
night.Before the administration of the oath, outgoing Mayor Steve Uhring was acknowledged by the city and community for his service as the mayor.
The election for the seats of mayor and mayor pro tem took place at the City Council meeting on Monday
“He has worked diligently, and it has been an honor and pleasure to sit beside him here these past nine and a half months,” new Mayor Doug Stewart said. “It’s been good for all
Little Koa Funfar, 4, grinned happily as he drove his toy truck bedecked with red, white, and blue flags all by himself all the way down the street to where residents of Malibu West traditionally gather for their annual parade and Independence Day festivities. His smiling grandmother, Sabrina Downing, was close by overseeing Koa, of course. Koa was just one of many of the tiniest Malibuites celebrating their own independence on Independence Day. It’s a long way from grandma’s house to get to the end of the neighborhood!
It’s an annual tradition in Malibu West for residents to decorate, well, almost any vehicle that moves, with flags and patriotic regalia. Then, after their joyous
“The 4th of July is for the colors red, white and blue!” Koa happily declared, adding, “And, for a fun parade!” Meanwhile, little Luke Funfar, 2, happily sat on the grass, surveying all the mayhem as he gloriously enjoyed waving Old Glory. He loves those little flags!
The 23rd annual Point Dume parade
Across town, the Point Dume community gathered for its 23rd annual Fourth of July celebration. Attendees lined up along the parade route, nestled comfortably in their beach chairs, chatting with neighbors and craning their necks, hoping to catch the first glimpse of all the decorated vehicles they heard honking off in the distance.
The City of Malibu provided The Malibu Times with a rather perfunctory statement on July 3 responding to the Times’ request for a comment
concerning the allegations set forth by Assistant Planning Director Adrian Fernandez in his June 24 letter to the City Council in which he stated that he wanted to “finally raise the curtain on abuses and collusion that [he] has both witnessed and personally endured within the City of Malibu.”
Continuing, Fernandez stated that “the last few weeks have
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Thank you, Times, for preserving history
Dear Editor,
The July 4 edition of The Malibu Times featured a letter from publisher Hayley Mattson recounting the story of our nation’s declaration of independence from Great Britain and the ensuing Revolutionary War, from the intrepid colonists’ confrontations with British officials in 1775 through the British surrender in 1781 and the formal peace enshrined in the Treaty of Paris in 1783.
Mattson encouraged Americans to reflect on our history and safeguard our freedoms while keeping alive the spirit of revolution as we continually strive for progress. Mattson concluded, “This Fourth of July, let us unite in the spirit of camaraderie and renewal, reaffirming our commitment to the ideals that define us as Americans.”
The Malibu Times, its publisher, content editor, and two contributing writers were recently awarded the Daughters of the American Revolution medal for Excellence in Historic Preservation, a well-deserved recognition for this extraordinary community paper. Thank you for all you do to preserve our history.
Beth Grimes, Malibu
PCH: Where complacency kills
Dear Editor,
How many more lives must be lost, and how many more families must be shattered before we demand action on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH)?
The shock of each tragedy fades into outrage, then silence, as empty political promises blow away like sand on our deadly shoreline. Senators Allen, Stern, and Weiner have tried, but their efforts drown in bureaucratic quicksand while we bleed.
The latest victim was not killed by speed but by inattention and illegal maneuvers. How many more must die before we act?
I am not a politician pleading for change. I am a survivor, forever scarred by PCH’s carnage. My family’s life was ripped apart in an instant, and I will scream for justice until it comes. I demand you feel my pain, share my outrage, and join my fight. Today, it may not be your family in the morgue, but tomorrow, it could be.
Years of my letters, pleas, and programs have been met with glacial inaction. Without a personal tragedy to jolt them awake, our leaders sleepwalk as 40,000 cars thunder down PCH daily. Caltrans toys with lives, proposing “solutions” mired in red tape as the death toll rises.
We’re told speed limits can’t change because Caltrans deems us unworthy. But we can redesign this deathtrap. When a major freeway was damaged, repair crews worked day and night for five days until it was safe again. Why is PCH, where our friends and neighbors die, any different? We have the blueprints; we lack the guts to use them.
The power is ours. We must howl for change until they listen. Teaching our young people the horrific cost of
recklessness takes time, but we can’t afford to wait for safer roads. We must act now before another obituary runs in The Malibu Times.
I beg you: Feel the rage, the loss, the determination. Make this your fight. Pester your leaders until they sweat, then hold them accountable when they fail. We are at war, Malibu, and in this war, we will keep dying until we demand the peace of safe streets. Let us march onto PCH, this battlefield soaking in our blood, and declare no more. The first shot in ending this war is your voice. If not now, when? If not you, who?
Michel Shane, Malibu
Three steps to improve Malibu
Dear Editor,
Three ways to improve Malibu:
1. Ban RV parking on PCH
2. Speed cameras 3. Shut down Nobu
Ronald Snodgrass, Malibu
Councilmembers, candidates should oppose Nobu
Dear Editor,
Memo to Bruce Silverstein, Steve Uhring, Paul Grisanti, Doug Stewart, and Marianne Riggins: Nobu’s lawyer, Perry Wander, posted on Facebook that “Any City Council member that jumped on the bandwagon and opposed this permit, Mr. Ellison and the owners of Nobu will do everything they can to make sure that whoever is running against them in the next election is extremely well-funded.” In this age of polarized politics, it would be nice if all five City Council members, and anyone running against them in November, could speak with one voice and oppose Nobu. Because all of your constituents do.
Rhonda Halloway, Malibu
Memories of Malibu Park Jr. High School
Dear Editor,
I just read with great interest Samantha Bravo’s wonderful article about Malibu Middle School’s (MMS) 2024 graduation ceremonies. The article brought back fond memories of my 1969 graduation day from Malibu Park Junior High School (MPJHS). Our principal at the time, Dr. Donald Richardson, spoke about how our training and experiences at MPJHS would provide us the requisite educational foundation needed to ensure success in our future endeavors. MPJHS’s dedicated teaching team included a diverse array of educational professionals. Some educators were WW II American veterans. Others were WW II non-combatants who had lived through the devastation wrought by the war. Still others were hardy individuals who endured the rigors of the Depression. All of these teachers were members of the Greatest Generation. Their unique
From the publisher HAYLEY MATTSON
“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”
— Buckminster Fuller
life experiences, plus their expertise and dedication to learning, positively influenced my life for the better. I am especially grateful to Ronald Antoine, Charles Newcomb, Glenn Ferguson, Dorothy Rich, Charles Ashcroft, and Charles de Garmo for their wisdom and guidance. These individuals were not only talented academicians but also amazing mentors. I am truly humbled to have been part of such a special moment in time at MPJHS over 55 years ago! Thank you all!
Fred Adjarian, MPJHS Class of 1969
Preserving Malibu
Dear Editor,
On May 13, our City Council decisively rejected unfettered development in a 4-1 vote, voting against a four-story hotel opposite the Malibu Pier. Only Councilmember Paul Grisanti stood in the minority to support the project, for some reason ignoring that a hotel garmented in the mantel of a small motel was inappropriate at that location and would cause a nightmare of traffic in the most congested area of our city. Fortunately, the preservationist faction of the council, led by Mayor Steve Uhring and Bruce Silverstein, and joined by Mayor Pro Tem Doug Stewart and Marianne Riggins, saw through the applicant’s plan to circumvent our zoning ordinances. As Doug said, this is a hotel, not a motel, and no amount of embellishment would change that. There were also nearly 80 letters written by citizens opposed to the project and many residents spoke in opposition that night, including Jo Drummond of the Malibu Township Council. So
count this as a win for Malibu residents.
Now, however, Assistant Planning Director Adrian Fernandez, who was the lead planner on the project, has written a letter to council clearly setting himself up for legal action against the city, claiming he was harassed, vilified, and suggesting racial discrimination. I was at that meeting, and this is bull.
I urge everyone to review the YouTube video of the meeting, which can be found on the city website (malibucity.org). Mr. Fernandez was clearly advocating for the project and therefore it was appropriate for our mayor and other councilmembers to be critical. Their job is to protect the citizens of Malibu. This, however, is often thwarted by members of the planning staff, who to me often seem pro-development. As an example, the applicant had piled up several feet of dirt to convince everyone that the first story was in fact a basement. But, as Doug pointed out, the proposed building had all the attributes of a hotel that are always seen in hotels, but never exist in a motel.
The project thus should never have come before the City Council and Planning Commission but should instead have been rejected out of hand by Mr. Fernandez and the planning staff. Instead of wasting hours of staff time, followed by hours of debate at the Planning Commission, and then the extended discussion lasting until after 1 a.m. at council, all the variances should have immediately been a red flag to Adrian. Yet our pro-development staff keeps approving projects that do not meet Malibu’s Vision Statement, almost always requiring huge variances and convoluted interpretations of codes and the English language.
(Because of the anger such approval by staff elicited, projects will now be presented without recommendation to the Planning Commission and Council. But this misses the point. Such projects should be rejected out of hand by staff). The final nail in burying the four-story hotel occurred when somewhere around 1 a.m. the mayor asked Yolanda Bundy, our head of Environmental Sustainability & Building, to come forward. Asking if the project had been submitted to her department — Steve zeroed in on the 50-foot free-standing retaining wall that was supposed to prevent the bluff behind the structure from tumbling down. Yolanda said no. Then the mayor asked if she thought this retaining wall would pass muster structurally. Again, Yolanda said no. One wonders why Adrian would push the project and waste everyone’s time when anyone with common sense could see that what was being described as a motel was indeed a hotel, which would not meet our codes, and that despite all the variances required, it was not structurally viable. (I’ve spoken to contractors with a structural background, and they laughed at this retaining wall being viable.) But now Adrian has written a letter in what appears to be a setup for legal action. He has stated that he has received death threats and feels he was harassed by council. Let me be clear. No one should threaten any of our city staff for any reason and such threats should immediately be reported to the city manager and our sheriff. But Mr. Fernandez was not being harassed, he was being justifiably criticized.
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Skydog Ranch in Malibu saving abused
neglected horses at two
Indio Downey debuts for his hometown at last Friday’s Trancas Summer Nights Concert Musician raised in Malibu emerges from the darkness of addiction to delight fans and find inspiration
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SIRENS
The following incidents were reported between:
jun 9 - jun 11
6/9 | Petty theft
Two Amazon packages were stolen from a property in Malibu. The victim said they had surveillance footage of the suspects taking the packages from their residence. The suspects were described as male, approx. 5-foot10 to 6-foot-3, wearing a baseball cap, sunglasses, a light-colored jacket, dark shorts, black socks, light-colored shoes, a backpack, and riding a Velowave bicycle. The suspect grabbed the packages and rode eastbound on PCH and out of view. The victim believed the suspect was a transient and provided a detailed description of the suspect to the sheriffs. The packages contained baby clothes and were estimated to cost $85.
6/10 | Attempted burglary
A window at the Mobil gas station near Las Flores was broken into, and the window was shattered. Three suspects were seen on camera breaking the window with bolt cutters and attempted to break into the gas station but were unsuccessful. The suspects drove off in a gray Nissan with no license plate, eastbound on PCH and out of view. The damage was estimated to cost $1,000 to repair.
6/10 | Grand theft
An estimated $20,000 worth of copper was stolen from a property on Rambla Pacifica. The victim said they noticed the water pressure was leaking, and upon further investigation, she noticed that the copper pipe nozzle was missing. The Las Virgenes Municipal Water District said an estimated 60,000 gallons of water leaked from June 10 through June 13. There was no security footage available for evidence.
6/11 | Burglary/Grand theft
An estimated $2,000 worth of womens cosmetics, particually lip glosses, were stolen from the CVS Pharmacy on Malibu Road. The victim said she recognized the suspects as they had stolen similar items before. The suspects entered the store with a satchel to conceal the products and left without paying. The surveillance footage was submitted for evidence.
County
investigating animal cruelty case
Los Angeles County Animal Control is investigating a dreadful case of animal cruelty where it appears a dog was left to die in Malibu. On July 3, two hikers in Malibu Canyon discovered a German shepherd zip-tied around its muzzle and neck. The hikers called the Malibu/Lost Hills station. The Malibu Search and Rescue team was called in to rescue the animal that was stranded in a ravine. Rescuers were able to cut the zip ties off the animal. It was taken to the Agoura Hills LACO Animal Shelter.
The hikers discovered the dog near the Backbone Trail head on Malibu Canyon near Mesa Park Tractor Way around 8 p.m. Anyone with information can call the shelter at ( 818) 9910071
Malibu City Gallery Summer Art Exhibition Opening Reception scheduled for July 14
The City of Malibu Arts Commission invites all of Malibu to the free opening reception of the city’s summer community art exhibition in the Malibu City Gallery, “A Tale of a Seaside Town,” a tribute to Malibu’s deep-rooted surfing culture. Celebrate the artists at the opening reception with complimentary refreshments and live music by Christopher Wooley on Sunday, July 14, at 12 p.m. RSVPs are not required for this free event.
The exhibition, featuring original works in multiple media by more than 40 local artists, will be on display July 15 through Aug. 23. The City Gallery is located in Malibu City Hall and is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the gallery is free, tickets or RSVPs are not required. For more information, visit the Arts Commission website at malibuartsandculture. org/306/A-Tale-of-a-SeasideTown.
Nomination
period begins July 15 for Nov. 5 election
The nomination period for candidates running for Malibu City Council in the Nov. 5 General Municipal Election opens on Monday, July 15, at 7:30 a.m. and ends Aug. 9 (unless one or more of the incumbents does not file, in which case the nomination period will be extended to Aug. 14).
Three City Council seats will be on the ballot. Nomination packets may be picked up in person from the City Clerk’s Office at Malibu City Hall (23825 Stuart Ranch Road) throughout the nomination period during the City Clerk’s office hours, which are posted on the city’s website.
To schedule an appointment to pull nomination paperwork to begin the nomination process, email City Clerk Kelsey
NEWS BRIEFS
Pettijohn at KPettijohn@ MalibuCity.org or call (310) 456-2489, ext. 228. Before any candidate raises or spends any money in connection with their campaign, they must first fill out and sign the Declaration of Intent to Solicit and Receive Contributions Form and the Fair Political Practices Commission Form 501 and file them with the City Clerk. Both forms are available on the Elections webpage along with other information on dates, voter registration, vote-by-mail ballots, and candidates. The page will be regularly updated with new information.
Homeless outreach update
The city’s Homeless Outreach Team, which consists of two outreach workers and a housing navigator from The People Concern, reported that in May 2024, it engaged with 67 people experiencing homelessness in Malibu, four of whom were placed into permanent or interim housing where they will be connected to a broad network of services.
Among them was a veteran who had recently arrived to the city, suffering from symptoms following a stroke that had rendered him paralyzed and unable to speak. Through a coordinated and comprehensive approach, the Outreach Team was able to transition him into temporary housing where he now remains housed, healthy, and safe. Current and past monthly Homeless Outreach reports are available on the webpage and malibucity.org.
Caltrans PCH Master Plan Feasibility Study Presentation and Workshop
The Caltrans Master Plan Feasibility Study aims to identify safety and multimodal travel improvements for all users of PCH in Malibu, including multimodal travel options for pedestrians and bicyclists, as well as enhancing transit opportunities on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in Malibu.
The PCH Master Plan will include community stakeholder engagement activities and community outreach meetings to gather input on various traffic calming measures and other street improvements, including a “boulevard” roadway. This Master Plan will be used in future PCH safety improvement projects.
For background information, review the Fact Sheet on the cities website https://malibucity. org/DocumentCenter/ View/34265/PCH-MasterPlan-Factsheet-6-20-24.
For further questions, please contact: D7.System.Planning@ dot.ca.gov
Virtual community workshop — Thursday, July 18, 1 to 3 p.m.
• In-person community workshop — Wednesday, Aug. 28, 6 to 8 p.m., Malibu City
Hall, Council Chambers (no remote participation option) Watch video of Caltrans’ presentation at the June 26 joint Public Works and Public Safety Commission meeting visit at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=z7kutcbJ-fQ
Summer season PCH safety and beach messaging
As Malibu prepares to welcome millions of visitors for the summer, the city is posting messages to help keep PCH, beaches and trails, and Malibu’s neighborhoods safe, clean, and beautiful for residents, visitors, cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists all summer long.
• Please help keep PCH safe for residents, visitors, cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists this summer!Celebrate responsibly, and don’t drink and drive. Designate drivers, use taxis or rideshares, or go sober! Report intoxicated drivers by calling 911.
Please help keep PCH in Malibu safe for residents, visitors cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists this holiday and all summer! Watch for pedestrians and cyclists crossing PCH and cars pulling in and out of beach parking!
• Please help keep Malibu’s beaches, trails, and neighborhoods clean and beautiful for all to enjoy this holiday weekend and all summer! Pack it in, pack it out. Please don’t litter, and if you see trash, please pick it up and put it in a trash container!
Lanes to be shifted around PCH slide to improve traffic around landslide north of Sunset
The Caltrans Geotechnical Division determined that repairs must begin at the top of the slide, which is outside its jurisdiction on the City of Los Angeles and private property. So far, Caltrans has no estimated start date for construction and removal of debris from the right northbound lane.
Once work begins, it will take two weeks to complete. Caltrans said it “recognizes the severely negative impact to traffic flow and commuters and is expediting the preparation process.”
Since there is no center median at that location and no additional space to create another lane, both northbound and southbound lanes will be shifted toward the coastline and the shoulder of the current southbound lanes.
PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS
Public Hearing on Wastewater service charges
The City Council held a public hearing on June 24 for the Wastewater Service Charges for developed properties within the City’s Civic Center Water Treatment Facility (CCWTF) — Phase One, to be placed on the Los Angeles County tax rolls for the operations, maintenance, and management of the CCWTF. The Council ap-
proved the Engineer’s Report and collection of Wastewater Services charges. All costs associated with the CCWTF are paid by revenue generated by the wastewater and recycled water service fees. The city is responsible for costs applicable to city-owned properties in the Assessment District. For more information, see the staff report at malibucity.org.
PCH Signal Synchronization
Project
The city’s contractor is currently working near Carbon Beach Terrace. Additional crews are working east of the Malibu Pier identifying existing utilities, potholing and installing new conduits and pull boxes.
The electrical subcontractor has also started work on new technology for the traffic signals. Crews continue work on curb ramps and pedestals at additional locations. For more information, visit the project webpage at malibucity.org.
Trancas Canyon Slope Repairs
Crews completed the slope preparation adjacent to Trancas Canyon Park prior to placing jute netting and wire mesh as part of the work to repair damage from the Woolsey Fire. Jute netting is scheduled to be installed this week and will continue into next week. Additional crews are working on irrigation system repairs.
Trancas Canyon Playground resurfacing to continue after Summer Field operations will begin on the project to resurface the playground at Trancas Canyon Park following the Labor Day holiday weekend.
Malibu Bluffs Park South Walkway repairs
Work is complete on the project to repair the south walkway at Malibu Bluffs Park.
Legacy Park Benches renovations
The city’s contractor has completed refurbishing work on the first group of 12 benches in Legacy Park and is currently working on the second group, as part of the regular Legacy Park bench maintenance program.
Morning View Drive Street resurfacing
Work started on June 24 on the Morning View Drive street resurfacing project.
Latigo Canyon Retaining Walls Rehabilitation Project Bids were received on June 13 and are under review for the Latigo Canyon Retaining Walls Rehabilitation Project. Staff anticipates bringing a contract to council for approval in September.
Malibu Rebuild statistics Staff continues to work with homeowners to rebuild. Here are the current Woolsey Fire rebuild statistics. See continuously updated statistics on the Rebuild Portal. Out of 465 destroyed homes:
Single-family home rebuild applications submitted: 372 (of which 360 have been approved by the Planning Department)
• Single-family home rebuild applications under planning review: 12
• Single-family homes complete: 164
• Multifamily building units complete: 18 Projects under construction: 125
• Inspections approved: 10,188
• Inspections total: 17,947
• Single-family home rebuild building permits issued: 289
Join the Malibu Library on Thursday, July 11, from 4 to 5 p.m. to make a suncatcher. A suncatcher is decorative art used to catch and reflect sunlight, creating beautiful displays of color. Join us as we make radiant suncatchers and discuss their origins across multiple cultures and regions. For ages 13-17. This event is part of the Summer Discovery Program at Malibu Library.
thu jul 11
PARK TALES: SPLASH INTO READING
Park Tales is a fun and educational program for the entire family. Children and their caregivers will listen to stories narrated by a Malibu Library librarian, create an art activity, and enjoy a complimentary snack on Thursday, July 11, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Malibu Bluffs Park located at 24250 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu. Register online at MalibuCity.org/Register.
MAKE A SUNCATCHER
sat jul 13
OUTDOOR YOGA AT KING GILLETTE RANCH
Find your center in the outdoors — join instructors Greg and Dawn for a unique kundalini yoga and wellness experience under the sycamores, with live acoustic music from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, July 13. All skill levels are welcome. Free event, free parking. Reservations required. For reservations or more info, please contact samo@wnpa.org. Santa Monica Mountains Visitor Center, King Gillette Ranch, 26876 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas 91302.
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sun jul 14
MALIBU DEMOCRATIC CLUB
TO HOST A BEACH CLEANUP AT ZUMA BEACH
Come join the Malibu Democratic Club working to keep our beaches clean and enjoy gathering for a fun lunch at a local favorite. We will meet at Zuma Beach in the northernmost part of the parking lot at 10 a.m. Park in the lot, or if available, on PCH. After the beach cleanup, we will meet for lunch at noon at Spruzzo’s, 29575 Pacific Coast Highway. You may attend both or either of the activities. For more information and to RSVP, please go to tiny.cc/ MDC71424.
A TALE OF A SEASIDE TOWN ART EXHIBITION OPENING ART SHOW
A Tale of a Seaside Town, a community art exhibition, features several local artists and honors Malibu’s deep roots in surf culture. Come celebrate the artists at the opening reception with complimentary refreshments and live music by Christopher Wooley. RSVP not required. The exhibition will be on display from July 15 through Aug. 23, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Opening reception is on Sunday, July 14, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. For more info, visit MalibuArtsCommission.org/ MalibuSummerExhibit.
COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE AT KING GILLETTE RANCH
Reinvigorate, reset, hang out, and relax at this free outdoor event on Sunday, July 14, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Santa Monica Mountains Visitor Center, King Gillette Ranch, 26876 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas
91302. No experience necessary. Fun for the whole family! Drums provided courtesy of REMO, or you can bring your own. Reservations required. For reservations or more info, contact samo@wnpa.org. Free event, free parking. Co-sponsored by Western National Parks Association, National Park Service, and REMO Drums.
mon jul 15
MALIBU GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
NOMINATION PERIOD BEGINS
Malibu’s General Municipal Election nomination period begins at 7:30 a.m. Email City Clerk Kelsey Pettijohn at kpettijohn@malibucity.org or call (310) 456-2489, ext. 228, to schedule an appointment to pull nomination paperwork.
MAKE YOUR OWN BIRD FEEDER
Make your own bird feeder on Monday, July 15, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Malibu Library. Create a fly-through restaurant for our avian neighbors, and learn the different methods of bird identification with library books and smartphone apps. For adults. Join our free Summer Discovery Program game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/ Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!
SALSA DANCING WORKSHOP
Learn the fundamentals of swing, ballroom, and salsa at the Michael Landon Community Center from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. $25 per workshop. During these workshops, easy-to-learn dance techniques will be taught including lead, follow, rhythm,
and timing. Instructed by MC Callaghan. Ages 18 and over. tue jul 16
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
The Regular Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting takes place at Malibu City Hall, Multipurpose Room on Tuesday, July 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Malibu Multipurpose room.
ONGOING
FARMERS MARKET
The Malibu Farmers Market returns to the Library Plaza on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 23555 Civic Center Way, adjacent to the library. For updates, follow up on instagram @malibufarmersmarket.
WEEDING EVENT AT POINT DUME
Join fellow preservationists the second Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Point Dume Preserve at Birdview and Cliffside Drive to keep the headlands poison-free. Please bring gardening gloves and be prepared to do some hand weeding with some of your wonderful neighbors. Parking is available at Westward Beach.
‘JEWELRY-MAKING EXPERIENCE’ AT THIRD SPACE MALIBU
The community is invited to join Third Space Malibu’s Kidd’s Jewelry Heist “Jewelry-Making Experience” every Sunday throug July from 12 to 5 p.m.
Those who attend can create their own necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and earrings during an hour-long session with the
help of a mentor. Participants can take home two unique pieces of jewelry each. If interested, please RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org/pages/workshops.
TRANCAS SUMMER NIGHTS
Trancas Summer Night Concerts have returned for the summer every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. until Aug. 30.
KNITTING
Join the City of Malibu’s Community Services Department and Sheila Rosenthal for a knitting workshop that takes place on Mondays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. This program is a welcoming gathering space for fiber artists that fosters community through open stitch. Make a scarf, hat, blanket, or homemade gift. No experience necessary. Please bring size eight needles and one skein of yarn. This is an ongoing, dropin program. Instructed by Sheila Rosenthal.
RELAXING THROUGH COLORING
The art of coloring activates different areas of the brain, using logic, forming colors, and creativity. Join this free, unstructured program. Instructed by Judy Merrick. Complimentary program. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.
STRETCH AND STRENGTH
Participants will focus on increasing flexibility, balance, circulation, and muscle tone while learning to relax through breathing techniques. Bring yoga blocks and a mat. Instructed by Marsha Cooper. $5 per class. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.
Sneakerheads and ice cream aficionados unite
Kith, the first business in Cross Creek Ranch, opens to great fanfare, emulating a secret to successful retail in Malibu
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
Curious passersby craned their necks trying to catch a glimpse of just how long the crowd was as excited consumers queued in front of Kith with great anticipation on July 5. The first business to open in the Cross Creek Ranch, a property that ultimately will house a multitude of retail, restaurant, and office tenants in its 11 buildings, Kith is a lifestyle brand that offers its ever-popular sneakers, shoes, bags, men’s, women’s, and kid’s apparel and accessories.
Frankie’s Bikinis will open mid-July and ChitchatCoffee + Matcha and Sunroom will open afterward, according to a representative from Pacific Equity Partners, which developed the retail center. Clark’s Oyster bar is one of the tenants in design, in plan check or under construction, the representative added.
Kith enjoys great customer loyalty — after all, sneakerheads and fashionistas can revel in the store’s latest signature collection and they can enjoy one of the ever-evolving treats offered at the business’ ice cream and cereal bar.
“I have been following the Kith brand for 10 years now,” said Keith Patiag as he chatted with others in the long line that
later of its denial. Reportedly, a parking plan was not OK’d by the Public Works Department.
The event continued to be advertised and promoted on social media from June 26, the date the TUP was declared null and void, through July 4.
In an eleventh-hour move, the city issued a “toothless” statement on its website July 3 at 6 p.m., less than 24 hours before the event, stating Nobu “may not hold the proposed event.” By that time, tickets for tables ranging from $10,000 to $75,000 had already been sold.
The TUP originally issued, while conditional, was based on an application with many inconsistencies and flaws. The application represented that the event was by invitation only when a cursory search of the web revealed that tickets were being advertised online. The application stated no outdoor space would be used when videos of the prior years’July 4 events posted to YouTube and Instagram document the restaurant’s outdoor patio filled shoulder to shoulder. Last year, the event was so overcrowded that limos and party buses were abandoned on PCH, creating a safety hazard and the mother of all traffic jams. Seven hundred guests overcrowded the venue’s capacity of just over 200. At the time, Nobu received a meager fine of just $1,821 for all violations.
showed up again on July 6. “I like how they mix up their styles, and my son and I like the ice cream.”
Kith has a signature flavor of ice cream or cereal, no?
“Like their merchandise, they’re always changing things and offering new flavors of ice cream and cereals,” Patiag said.
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This year, the conditional TUP threatened a w $5,000 fine for violating its terms. In addition, the 2024 TUP application’s representations as to guest access were inconsistent with what was observed on the day of the event. The application represented that all guests (save a limited number of VIPs) would be arriving by shuttle from a Santa Monica location with no drop-offs, ride shares, or walk-ins allowed. The Malibu Times was on scene at the start of the event to observe signs on Nobu property marked as “Rideshare Drop Off” and “Rideshare Pick Up.” Guests lined up to enter were not observed wearing scannable wristbands, and in any event, white-clad partygoers could be observed arriving by limousines and walking in from nearby parking lots. A few shuttles were seen dropping off in Nobu’s parking lot. Some drivers managed to snag parking across the street;
a line, he sent a message to someone. In a manner of speaking, that is still the meaning of the phrase in retail — only with a twist. Retailers such as Kith keep consumers intrigued — and opening their wallets — as they periodically drop new lines of their fashion offerings, announcing the timing of the new products well ahead of time — and often — to keep customers excited and engaged.
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appropriate action in accordance with our regulations.”
Just prior to the party going forward, an attorney who
up for the company’s loyalty program, you’ll get emails teasing about the latest apparel offerings before they’re on show.
The second tier of Kith Loyalty™ offers customers early and exclusive access to products, including made-to-order capsule collections. Of course, there’s a Malibu edition.
Kith is just one in a plethora of retailers to build and keep customer loyalty by offering fun experiences, in addition to merchandise.
Events as an in-person customer patronage accelerator for Malibu retail
The Trancas lawn was crawling with people on the early evening of July 5, the heatwave notwithstanding. Boutiques stayed open, and restaurant waiters scurried around to keep up with customer orders. On a summer weekend night, when many locals recoil in horror and stay home due to the tourists inundating our town and the attendant snarling traffic, the weekly Friday night concert had attracted a very large crowd again, including many locals. Fallen Angels was playing, so many Malibuites braved traffic and schlepped to Trancas.
The Trancas retail and restaurant community has figured out that events draw customers, both local and from out of town. The Friday evening concerts really draw crowds — crowds that browse through the retail stores often purchasing merchandise, and crowds that patronize the restaurants. When there are no concerts or other events, very often, there is
a noticeable paucity of customers. So, what gives? Is there economic or marketing data to substantiate the hypothesis that frequent hosting of varied events attracts in-person customers in our hurried world usually primarily immersed in online retail?
Yes, with a qualifier: Research establishes that the trick is to provide experiential shopping opportunities for patrons — experiences that the customers will be delighted to post on social media. According to data from Pew Research, 74 percent of Americans under 30 years old and 53 percent of Americans aged 30 to 49 use five or more social media platforms — and they are all looking for content to post. Creating social media moments and campaigns has a dual benefit: they create a buzz and drive foot traffic to the property and shared photos promote the property and support digital marketing efforts.
It’s called omnichannel marketing, a buzzword that refers to a streamlined retailing strategy.
Omnichannel anticipates that customers may start in one channel — such as social media, a retailers’ app, browsing a website online — and enables customers to seamlessly segue across all channels, including participating in a brick-andmortar, enjoying a fun event. Structuring one’s marketing to provide a seamless, integrated, and consistent shopping experience is the key to retail success.
Against that backdrop — both Kith and the Trancas Country Market consortium of businesses are both firing on all cylinders.
entitled as a means of coercing her to comply with separate and entirely unrelated provisions of the building code …” Unlike the Ellis
factual support or legal justification is improper. We demand the immediate reinstatement of the permit and compensation for applicant was Wavebreak LLC. It is unclear if Wander is authorized to speak for or represents Ellison in his individual capacity. The
Partygoers (left photo) celebrate at Nobu on July 4 in an event dubbed “Red, White, & Bootsy.” Screenshots from social media
New dog and cat rescue facility opens in Agoura Hills
Foundation,
By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times Eastwood Ranch
Malibuite Cindy Landon is an avid animal lover.
Throughout the years, she and her family have shared their home with guinea pigs, dogs, lizards, parrots, horses, and even rescue rats. Landon, 67, adores animals and will always be a pet owner.
“I consider my animals my family, and they’re each unique in their own way,” she said. “I am very passionate about my love for all animals.”
Landon’s love for the well-being of animals large and small — today she has three dogs, two parrots, and a Mexican hairless pig named Rosie — led her to be a donor and volunteer at the nonprofit Eastwood Ranch Foundation (ERF)’s newly constructed animal rescue and adoption center in Agoura Hills.
The facility opened on June 23 on an acre at 282260 Dorothy Drive and is composed of four ranch-style buildings. The opening was commemorated by an adoption event at Shane’s War, an animal shelter in San Bernardino, which featured ERF taking in several dogs and cats from San Bernardino and Apple Valley.
ERF’s mission is to rescue animals from high-kill shelters, reduce pet overpopulation, and increase pet adoptions through events, education, campaigns, rescue partnerships, and spray/neuter programs. The foundation’s new digs is currently home to 34 cats and dogs that were saved from various animal shelters throughout Southern California.
The nonprofit is run by Alison Eastwood, a retired actor and director, who is enthusiastic about animal rescue and nature. Eastwood, 52, daughter of famed actor/director Clint Eastwood and
Maggie Johnson, has always been enthusiastic about animals and felt a need to help and nurture critters of all types.
The younger Eastwood, whose list of pets has included birds and a hermit crab, co-created the television program “Animal Intervention,” a reality show that featured herself and two other people convincing owners to give up exotic animals such as bears, tigers, and monkeys. The show only aired for one season, but it spurred Eastwood to get involved with animal rescue activism and strive to help decrease the pet overpopulation in animal shelters and stymie the amount of pets that are euthanized.
“I wanted to be a voice for the voiceless,” said Eastwood. She founded Eastwood Ranch Foundation in 2012 and ran the organization from her Calabasas home and dog-boarding facilities before the funding and construction of ERF’s location in Agoura Hills was completed in May.
Eastwood noted that she, volunteers, and people who have ad-
of us to have him and the rest of the councilmembers’ experience here.”
Uhring thanked the city staff, the residents, and the councilmembers for their dedication to making Malibu a better place to live.
“There’ll be more challenges in the future so please maintain your vigilance and keep on fighting,” Uhring said.
The floor was open for nominations and Mayor Pro Tem Doug Stewart was elected to serve as mayor, and Councilmember Marianne Riggins was elected as mayor pro tem.
“Marianne and I have terms that run until 2026, the other three council seats are coming up for election in [November] to create Malibu’s 18th City Council,” Stewart said. “We’re going to run a great city, and we will keep our great city that we have today. With that, thank you very much, now let’s get to work.”
Planning Director Richard Mollica was also recognized and provided with a certificate for his 20 years of service to the City of Malibu. Mollica
opted and fostered pets from ERF have helped save the lives of over 1,000 cats and dogs. She expects to continue to save pets’ lives and help them join loving homes now that ERF has a facility.
“It’s incredible to have a home base,” Eastwood said. “As much as I love fostering dogs and cats at my home — and I always will — it’s nice to have a place everyone can come to and, of course, we can welcome the public. We can help thousands of more pets now that we are open.”
Cats and dogs end up in shelters for a variety of reasons, including an owner not being able to afford veterinary costs. ERF works with around a dozen high-kill shelters to rescue those animals.
ERF’s fresh digs are the residence of 16 kittens, nine adult cats, and nine dogs. Eastwood said the center should be able to hold at most 25 cats and dogs each. Eastwood said the early days of the new facility have included hiccups — last week there was a problem with air conditioning — but she expects it to thrive eventually.
“It’s been great,” she said. “We have been able to save a lot of animals that were on the euthanasia list. They are safe and sound.”
It took around six years for ERF’s Agoura Hills location to be funded and built. The shelter includes a welcome center and areas for dogs and cats to rest their furry heads and socialize with people.
Potential pets also receive veterinary care and rehabilitation services at ERF’s new home.
Twenty-five volunteers work at ERF. Eastwood hopes more people will volunteer to help clean and feed the potential pets and also socialize with them.
“That sets animals up for a much more successful adoption,” she said.
Eastwood asked that people consider making a donation to ERF. Currently, the nonprofit has donation initiatives that include donors getting an engraved plaque or naming rights sponsorship that can serve as a lasting testament to a person’s commitment and love for animals. Foster owners for the pets are also needed, Eastwood noted.
announced his resignation on June 25, and it will take effect on July 25.
Mollica joined the City of Malibu in 2004, and is one of the city’s longest-term employees. He worked in the Planning Department for 15 years before being named the assistant planning director in 2019, and then as acting planning director in 2020.
Riggins presented the award to Mollica, who accepted it alongside his family.
“It’s been a real pleasure working with a number of councils and community members and just other folks in the city, it’s really been a blast,” Mollica said. “Malibu to me has always been a great place, I really enjoyed working here, and it’s been a real joy. I got to work with a lot of neat people who have gone on to do much bigger and better things, and I’ll follow with them.”
The city is currently launching an executive search to replace him.
After public comment, Malibu/Lost Hills Capt. Jennifer Seetoo attended the meeting to provide an update on the fatal incident that occurred on Thursday, July 4, and said the incident is an ongoing investigation.
“An investigation takes time,” Seetoo said. “Our investigators are on it; we obtained signatures on multiple search warrants, and the detectives are talking to the District Attorney’s Office. We are going to look at this from A to Z.”
On Thursday, July 4, at 10:20 p.m., LASD responded to a two-vehicle collision near the intersection of Carbon Canyon, which shut down Pacific Coast Highway in both directions for nearly 10 hours. A white 2019 MBZ four door sedan was travelling east on PCH when for reasons unknown, it crossed the center line and struck a black 2020 Cadillac Escalade head-on. As a result of the collision, the driver of the Cadillac Escalade succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The passenger in the Cadillac Escalade suffered major injuries. The driver of the MBZ also
She constantly receives cards, emails, phone calls, and text messages from pet owners who have adopted pets through ERF.
“People are so happy,” Eastwood said. “It makes it all worthwhile. Not only did I help an animal, but I also made a person happy.”
Eastwood shares pictures of ERF residents frequently on social media.
A photo of Zeus, a fun-loving male pit bull mix with black fur and nice smile, appeared receiving a shoutout on Eastwood’s Instagram page in April. She wrote that Zeus was sweet, vaccinated, and “walks well on a leash.”
“We believe he was somebody’s dog as he knows his commands,” Eastwood’s caption reads. “He’s always smiling, likes to give hugs and take rides in the car. And loves toys. He seems good with all people.”
The doggie family of momma Helen and her three pups Harlow, Hedy, and Humphry also appeared in an April post.
“They would love to be adopted with their mom or a sibling but
they can also be adopted alone,” Eastwood wrote.
Landon, the Malibu animal lover, shares a strong belief in animal rescue activism with Eastwood. She noted how 3 million to 4 million dogs and cats are euthanized in America annually. Landon is proud of her friend’s hard work and dedication for caring for pets.
“Her dream was to build and create the Eastwood Ranch, where she could rescue and care for animals until they found their forever home,” Landon said. “Her dreams are now becoming a reality.”
In the future, Eastwood predicts, ERF will also be a home for other domestic pets like rabbits and guinea pigs, but right now she wants the facility to be a place the community and dogs and cats can enjoy together.
“I built this place for the animals and everyone else,” she said. “I want people to enjoy it,whether they want to come out and adopt or play with kittens and puppies. I want it to be a beacon of the community for an ultimate animal experience.”
suffered significant injuries. Both injured parties were transported to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center for treatment.
Seetoo said they are investigating if alcohol, speed, or distracted driving played a factor.
“I do appreciate your patience,” Seetoo said. “We want to make sure that the integrity of this investigation is right there and complete, so I’m very cautious of what answers I can give you.”
Seetoo also thanked former Mayor Uhring for his service. “What a year,” Seetoo said. “Thank you so much for your leadership.” Jefferson “Zuma Jay” Wagner also spoke during public comment and showed photos of the trash left in front of his surf shop from the limousine drivers that took attendees to the Fourth of July party at Nobu. Riggins asked if the city can ask Nobu to help clear out the garbage.
Sgt. Chris Soderlund provided an update on the Fourth of July weekend and a recent animal cruelty case.
On July 3, two hikers in Malibu Canyon discovered a German shepherd zip-tied around its muzzle and neck. The hikers called the Malibu/ Lost Hills station and the Malibu Search and Rescue team was called in to rescue the animal that was stranded in a ravine. Rescuers were able to cut the zip ties off the animal. It was taken to the Agoura Hills LACO Animal Shelter. The hikers discovered the dog near the Backbone Trail head on Malibu Canyon near Mesa Park Tractor Way around 8 p.m. Anyone with information can call the shelter at (818) 991-0071
The council motioned to address the Nobu incident at the next meeting on Aug. 12.
“I think we have to do that sooner rather than later because we are not looking good,” Uhring said. “We don’t have a backbone, and we better get one.”
The next City Council meeting, on July 22, was canceled; the next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 12.
(Left photo) Alison Eastwood, retired actor/director and daughter of Clint, is shown with a four-legged friend. Her nonprofit Eastwood Ranch Foundation opened a pet rescue and adoption facility in Agoura Hills on June 23. (Right photo)
This wing of the Eastwood Ranch Foundation’s new facility houses rescued cats, with rescued dogs held in another building. Photo by Colleen Nelson
Supreme Court decision may bolster city’s efforts to get three flight paths over Malibu revisited
Justices’ reversal of Chevron doctrine places federal rules and decisions in question
By BARBARA BURKE
The United States Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on June 28 in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo jettisoned Chevron deference, a judicial maxim that for 40 years had required courts reviewing administrative decisions to defer to the expertise of federal agencies when federal regulations and rulings faced judicial scrutiny. The Chevron doctrine resulted in lower federal courts usually ruling for the government when federal regulations or decisions applying them were challenged.
The Raimondo opinion — a 6-3 decision along ideological lines — places federal rules and decisions in question. In Raimondo, the court held that, under the Administrative Procedure Act, courts must “exercise independent judgment in determining the meaning of statutory provisions,” even ambiguous ones. Now, it is the province of the courts to determine the best interpretation of a federal statute and, in doing so, the courts must use “all relevant interpretive tools,” according to the majority opinion authored by Chief Justice John Roberts. That phrasing presumably refers to interpretive canons employed by the courts when they review a statute or administrative regulation.
Importantly, Raimondo acknowledges that a statute may contain an express delegation of authority for an agency to interpret and implement particular provisions and, according to the ruling, courts should defer to such delegations of authority, provided that the agency is properly acting within the scope of its lawful delegation.
Raimondo may assist the City of Malibu’s appeal to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the Federal Aviation Authority’s determinations concerning three of the newest airline flight paths that fly over Malibu. Residents living below those paths claim the airline noise causes excessive noise pollution for humans and animals inhabiting the Santa Monica Mountains.
“The Raimondo decision overruling Chevron helps the city’s appeal,” Interim City Attorney Trevor Rusin said. “We have not yet filed our opening brief yet, but I would anticipate the case will be mentioned.”
Rusin explained that the city’s court appeal seeks to alter the three flight paths, either by requiring planes to fly further out to sea before coming inland to ultimately land at LAX or by having planes fly higher.
“We recognize that the planes have to sometimes cross over Malibu and there is restricted airspace due to Vandenberg [Space Force Base],” he said. “However, we are seeking to have them come
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investigation is identified as 32-year-old Summer Wheaton.
On her eponymous website she advertises herself as: “a CEO and
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Founder of two innovative startups and a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering selfdiscovery, self-empowerment, and individual wellness. Her non-profit initiative focuses on encouraging self-discovery, providing resources
been a private hell for me and my family. I have experienced death threats, personal public attacks, and private abuse from many sides. I have now come to the alarming realization that officials at the highest level of city government, including the Mayor, have coordinated or at a minimum encouraged these attacks in concert with members of the Malibu Township Council.” The city’s July 3 statement, titled “City Statement for request from Barbara Burke for Malibu Times re: Harassment Allegations,” stated: “Due to the confidentiality of personnel matters, the City of Malibu cannot discuss specific allegations or ongoing investigations. The City takes any allegations of abuse or harassment very seriously.
“The City will thoroughly investigate any claims of inappropriate conduct or a hostile work environment. The investigation process ensures that all concerns are addressed promptly and fairly.
“The City values a positive and collaborative work environment and strives to always uphold this standard. We encourage any employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed a hostile work environment to report their concerns to Human Resources or through other appropriate channels.”
On June 29, the Malibu Township Council responded to Fernandez’s letter alleging the MTC contributed to the abuse he alleges he endured with regard to his being criticized within his workplace at the city as well as at a City Council meeting on May 13 concerning the MTC’s appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of an application for a permit to build the Malibu Inn Hotel
Addressed to the members of the City Council, the Township Council’s letter, signed by Jo Drummond, the organization’s president, on behalf of the board of directors, stated, “Malibu Township Council denies all claims in the June 24, 2024, letter by a city staff member in connection with our appeal to the Malibu Inn Hotel. Malibu Township Council appealed the Planning Commission’s majority approval of this project to the City Council since, as designed, it did not adhere to Malibu’s General Plan, Local Coastal Program and Municipal Code. Our presentation was professional and respectful.”
Noting that MTC’s appeal was granted on its merits by the City Council with only one dissenting vote, the letter stated, “We will continue to speak for and against development in the ongoing public interest based on each proposal’s merits and Malibu’s codes that were put in place to protect Malibu’s unique, fragile, natural environment and
in over Malibu at a higher height.”
Rusin also stated, “We are troubled by the fact that there seems to be no penalty imposed when the planes are coming in lower.”
He also noted that, “The FAA does not seem to appreciate that the reality of flights over rural areas such as here in Malibu and the Santa Monica’s is that such rural areas are low decibel areas and when flights go overhead they have a larger impact over such areas than they do over busy urban areas.”
There is precedent for challenging the trajectory of flight paths, Rusin explained.
“In cities of Los Angeles and Culver City challenged the new flight paths over their municipalities, challenging the FAA’s failure to conduct an environmental review,” Rusin noted, adding, “The court ruled for Culver City and remanded the case back to the FAA so that agency could conduct the environmental review.”
On June 6, the city filed its petition with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking review of the FAA’s February 20th administrative decision. “Like every community in America, Malibu needs to be able to enjoy peace and quiet as an important part of community health and wellness,” said Mayor Steve Uhring as he addressed the city’s petition. “However, our residents, as well as the habitats and wildlife of the Santa Monica Mountains are heavily impacted by aircraft noise. I urge
the FAA to work with Malibu to find solutions so we can protect our quality of life.”
Three new flight paths in and out of LAX (HUULL TWO, IRNMN TWO, AND RYDRR TWO) have been identified as having particularly strong noise impacts on Malibu generated by planes during take-off and landing. The FAA’s February decision would exclude those flight paths from further environmental considerations.
At the time of the city’s seeking appellate review, its press release stated, “The City hopes to open a dialogue with the FAA about the impacts of these flight paths on the community, the need to take the issue seriously, and to work with the city to develop flight procedures that will reduce those impacts. While that may not be achievable solely through litigation, the City hopes that the prospect of a Court review of the FAA decision will persuade the FAA to come to the table and work with the City to find mutually acceptable solutions.”
Now that the Raimondo decision mandates that a court exercise a heightened review of appellate decisions such at the FAA decision concerning the flight paths over Malibu, perhaps the FAA will mediate or otherwise enter into meaningful discussions with the city of Malibu. Time will tell — and, when something important happens in this arena, The Malibu Times will tell readers.
for self-empowerment, and promoting sound of mind.”
The self-described social media influencer and wellness advocate has only 102,000 followers on Instagram. Her now private account indicates she sells or rents real estate in Malibu and Beverly Hills.
She’s also been quoted on a website as saying, “What I live by, my mantra in life is: learn, master, manipulate.” and “Make sure you’re the winner in a capitalist society.”
The tragic accident occurred at 10:20 p.m., shortly after the controversial July 4th party at Nobu restaurant concluded. Some Malibu residents are poring over photographic evidence and social media posts linking Wheaton as a guest at the party whose sponsors were wine, tequila, and Champagne bottlers. Tables at the event ranging from $10,000 to $75,000 all came with multiple bottles of liquor. There were no tickets advertised that did not include bottle service.
our small seaside community character.”
In closing, the letter stated, “Malibu Township Council has been a watchdog for Malibu advocating for responsible development to protect this most special place since 1947. We have over the past 77 years received the respect of the citizens of Malibu and ask for the City government’s respect. Over the decades, MTC has championed the preservation of Malibu and prevented a nuclear power plant, oil drilling, a freeway, a marina, a citywide sewer system, large 4 or more axle trucks on PCH and other attempts to exploit Malibu with inappropriate development.”
Shortly before the City Council’s regular meeting on July 8, Councilmember Paul Grisanti stated to this reporter that the council’s executive session scheduled before the public meeting would not include any discussion of Fernandez’ allegations as the matter was not on the agenda.
Further, Grisanti stated, to his understanding, Fernandez remained on leave from the city and that, “although he has most likely lawyered up, I am not aware of any complaint being filed against the city.”
Other than one attendee reading Fernandez’s letter in full on Zoom during public comment at the City Council meeting on July 8, there was no other discussion of the matter.
On July 9, Kraig Hill, City of Malibu Planning Commissioner, vociferously objected to the phrasing in two different communications sent to the city seeking documentation concerning Fernandez’s allegations of harassment and the existence of a conspiracy to harm him. It is Hill’s understanding that Mark Boennighausen of Hopkins & Carley sent those communications on Fernandez’s behalf.
“I have nothing to do with the Malibu Township Council, and I never have,” Hill stated. “The communications lumping me in with any allegations against the MTC are inaccurate, and, moreover, I had absolutely nothing to do with the Malibu Inn Motel matter after the planning commission approved the application. To the extent there is any action by MTC, I am totally disengaged from that. In my mind, the city planning commission is covered by the city’s mission statement and general plan and our jobs are to uphold the law.”
Although not expressing an opinion about any of Fernandez’s claims of wrongdoing by anyone at the city, Hill stated that if there is any conspiracy at all, he certainly was not involved in it.
To the extent Fernandez and his counsel are accusing Hill of any wrongdoing, Hill stated he would seek a retraction from them.
Efforts by for comment have been unsuccessful as of press time.
party was that guests were only to arrive by shuttle in an effort to avoid the huge traffic jam the party created in 2023 and also perhaps to avoid drunken drivers from getting behind the wheel.
However, The Malibu Times , on the scene for an hour during arrivals, noticed multiple drivers who found parking across from the venue and walked in, presumably to walk to their vehicles afterward in order to drive home.
LASD Malibu Liaison Sgt. Christopher Soderlund would not link Wheaton as a Nobu guest when questioned on July 6, saying, “As far as her being at Nobu, that is part of the overall investigation and unconfirmed at this time.”
Investigators are looking into speed and alcohol as possible causes of the tragedy.
Not only was Okeke, a ride share driver, killed by multiple
traumatic injuries at the scene, but Wheaton and a teenage passenger in Okeke’s vehicle were injured as well and taken to UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center Thursday night.
If Wheaton is still hospitalized, it may take some time for an investigation and determination of what charges could be filed. Wheaton could possibly face manslaughter or even a more serious charge connected to Okeke’s death.
On Friday, July 5, the City issued a statement reading in part: “Mayor of Malibu, Steve Uhring, expressed his deep sympathy and concern over the incident: ‘We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life resulting from last night’s accident. This heartbreaking incident underscores the importance of the City’s ongoing efforts to address safety on Pacific Coast Highway.”
Only two weeks ago, the City of Malibu launched a safe driving campaign, “Cruise Malibu,” as a call to action to prevent speeding tragedies like the one in October. Malibu local Fraser Bohm is accused of speeding resulting in the crash that killed four Pepperdine seniors, Asha Weir, Deslyn Williams, Peyton Stewart and Niahm Rolston.
The tragedy on July 4 not only took a life and injured two others, it forced the closure of PCH at Carbon Canyon for nearly 10 hours. Scores of essential workers and others couldn’t get to work, doctor’s appointments, and other obligations of the day and may have lost wages. Hundreds were stuck in standstill traffic for hours.
Martin Okeke is the 61st person killed in a highway collision on PCH since the community started keeping track in 2014.
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Summer Wheaton, a social media influencer, was involved in the crash that killed Martin Okeke on July 4. Contributed Photo
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“We always enjoy our parade,” Vonnie Street said. “I’ve attended all of them and I used to teach at the school where the carnival is today.”
Escorted by Ladder 71 from one of Malibu’s fire stations, the parade participants finally appeared. Theirs was an assemblage of all sorts of vehicles, some with their radios playing patriotic songs and others wildly honking their horns as their cheerful occupants waved flags and called out to their friends and families, shouting, “Happy 4th of July!”
There were golf carts — lots of golf carts — bikes, scooters, cars, and pickups. There was one terrifically tall bike whose rider valiantly tried to balance precariously while also waving to the crowd.
“I’ve had this tall bike for 12 years,” Sean Colbrie said. “My buddies and I built it.”
There was a super cool float designed as a boat vehicle owned by Sam and Yvonne Boyer, whose children Summer and Aurora smiled and waved. One of the vehicle’s riders, Leo Gigliotti, 8, grinned as he shared, “It’s the best July 4th because we get to be a community gathered together and all the people socialize.”
There was even a backhoe. Yep, a backhoe! So, “what’s the backstory about the backhoe?” this journalist had to ask.
Gary Wonnacott has been providing his backhoe services in Malibu since the 1980’s. So he — and his backhoe — wanted to get in on the fun.
Coach Derek Saenz and members of Malibu’s club volleyball team smiled and waved from a truck whose sign announced that the team won second place at the USA Volleyball Boys national tournament last week.
“This is America!” Congressman Brad Sherman declared excitedly as he waved from a parading pickup. “This is tremendous!”
“The Point Dume parade is our Lake Wobegon,” Suzanne Guldimann said happily. “It brings the community together.”
Delighted children darted back and forth amidst the crowd, while dogs sporting red, white, and blue outfits enjoyed all the attention they garnered.
Some kids assembled around Mister, a 15-year-old quarterhorse who is always one of the stars at the gathering.
“Mister is the sweetest horse and he loves all the children and they love him. He loves being petted!” Lori Gray said.“Every kid who wanted to got an
opportunity to sit on Mister, who, along with cowboy Larry Gray, looks forward to riding in the Point Dume Malibu parade every July 4!”
As people mingled, Stash Wolski, 12, paused to reflect and then waxed philosophical, saying, “I’ve enjoyed the Pt. Dume parade all my life! I get to yell at the top of my lungs, shouting, ‘America!’ For some people, America’s a sign of prosperity, while others recall past failures.”
Wolski is a future writer, he confidently declares. Well, he’s well on his way!
Things were extremely organized, thanks to coordinator Alicia Peak, who gave thanks to all those who helped her.
“Big shout out to Ashton Bridges, Mark Russo, Richard Garvey, Pam Ulich, and Paul Major,” Peak said. “The Point Dume Community Services District, Kelsey McKinnon, and the Malibu Elementary School PTA also helped enormously.”
Gold sponsors also included Peak Power Electric, the Thompson family, and Chris Cortazzo.
Volunteer Wendy van Wessel noted that the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Volunteers on Patrol also pitched in to ensure that the parade went smoothly.
“We have more than 100 vehicles in
the parade this year,” van Wessel noted. “I think it’s a wonderful tradition.”
Agreeing, Garvey commented, “It’s a fabulous annual event and Malibu’s CERT helps to make sure it’s safe — we’re thrilled at such a good turnout!”
As the parade winded down, attendees dispersed to the carnival, where they enjoyed water balloons and games including sack races, musical chairs and gone fishing. Good old fashioned American fun!
Gathering to reflect on what the Fourth of July is all about Malibu local Deepak Ramapriyan, aka “The other Deepak” or “DPAK,” started an annual tradition, the annual community reading of the Declaration of Independence, years ago. This year, attendees gathered outside Gladstones on the beach.
“My vision is for more people to make this annual reading a part of their Independence Day ceremonies wherever they are in the world, regardless of nationality or citizenship as a reminder of personal responsibility and stewardship for our lives and communities,” DPAK said.
“This was actually the first time I’ve read the Declaration myself,” said Elliot Bayev,
founder of Global Unity Transformative, who is from Canada. “DPAK did what I believe the original drafters of the document were intending— to facilitate participation in one’s community and thus, country. DPAK was practicing and leading us all in the act of civics.”
Reflecting further, Bayev said, “What stuck out the most was that although we often associate independence with individualism, it is actually a document about community and connection to each other.”
Attendee Victoria Petrovsky, commented about what the reading meant to her: “It was a great movement for self-empowerment. Reading what our forefathers wrote and created consciously, and running into the ocean together to feel the cool wave of freedom wash over us.
“For me, freedom is a state of mind that starts inside, every day is an opportunity to take our lives into our own hands with an abundance mindset, instead of looking outside to authorities for answers, we can trust ourselves . . . Independence Day is such a great reminder of the power that we all have to make the world a greater place!”
The Declaration of Independence. Specifically, on gathering to read the founding document and reflect upon it.
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Malibu West residents decked their vehicles, and themselves, in all manner of red, white, and blue during their annual Fourth of July parade. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT
Malibu Life
Malibu Film Society’s Summer Special Event Series coming to City Hall
ABy BARBARA
fter what many locals feel is far too long of a hiatus from the city, Malibu Film Society President Scott Tallal has happily announced that the City of Malibu will host three MFS events this summer.
“Thanks to the support of our City Council, MFS will bring three special events to Malibu this summer — with 50 free seats reserved for local residents,” Tallal announced June 30 on social media. “All three events will be held at the Malibu Civic Theater at City Hall and showtimes will be 7:30 p.m. each night, with doors opening at 7 p.m., with complimentary free snacks and beverages for all guests.”
Tallal explained how those interested can register for the event.
“To qualify, residents must first complete our one-time registration process at www.Malibufilmsociety.org,” he said.
“Once registered, you’ll be able to start making reservations as each new show is announced. Advanced registration is required for each show, with 50 free seats available on a first-come/first-served basis. Once those free seats have been claimed, additional seats will be available at a special discount.”
Reservations for the first two shows are open now on the MFS website.
Existing MFS members living in Mal-
ibu do not need to register, Tallal added, because they already get free admission. Dates for all three special events are now set.
“Robot Dreams,” an animated film by Pablo Berger, director of “Blancanieves,” will screen at City Hall on July 17.
“Robot Dreams” is still playing in theaters and is widely praised by top filmmakers like Guillermo del Toro.
“This Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature recently got a fantastic review in the Los Angeles Times,” Tallal noted. “Importantly, parents should note that
this film is not recommended for younger children.”
Film lovers are invited to stay after the show for the Q&A with film industry experts joining to discuss the Academy Awards campaign process.
“I love to reflect on the history of film
— We look to the past to show how the film industry got to where it is today,” said Hollywood historian, producer, and screenwriter Dave Weddle (“Battlestar Galactica,” “For All Mankind”). “I’ve loved Buster Keaton my entire life and
IBy JUDY ABEL
nternationally acclaimed artist Lita Albuquerque is revisiting one of her very first land art installations in Malibu, a place she’s called home for decades.
The expansive body of artworks, sculptures, and installations created by Albuquerque — one of the preeminent land artists of our time and a self-described futurist and humanist — can be found in museums across the globe, including the Whitney, the Getty, LACMA, and MOCA. Her Celestial Disk star map is featured at the entrance to Los Angeles’ Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.
Known as a land artist coming out of California’s Light and Space Movement, Albuquerque sees her unique and groundbreaking art as “the evolution of the human being and what is needed to be able to essentially connect with ourselves into the
earth and into the cosmos. I call myself a humanist because the human being is always part of my intention … doing things that through alignments,
through simplicity, through geometry, through color affect a perspective inside of ourselves.”
She’s also a futurist “because I have a very interesting thing
about time.” A colleague has called her the “queen of the now, of the moment.” She demonstrated over a minute how she practices a way to position the self in what she calls a “cosmic address.” Beginning with her specific location on earth, she systematically expands her focus and calls out successively expanding perspectives as to her location in the cosmos at a precise moment of time. She started this practice decades ago and sees it both as a way of reorienting and re-centering perspective and as a mnemonic tool, enabling her to recall specific moments like being on a donkey in the Valley of the Kings.
Born in the U.S., Albuquerque was raised in Tunisia and France, but “Malibu has always been really important,” the artist said. She moved to Malibu at age 13 not speaking English at the time and lived on the beach near Decker Canyon. She remembers a quieter Malibu where “big sea lions washed up on shore.” She lived next to actor James Arness, but television to her seemed foreign. Later she moved to what was known
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The Malibu Film Society has announced three special events this summer at the Malibu Civic Theater at City Hall.. Photo by Samantha Bravo
Malibu Castaway Consignment
By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor
Felicia and Electra team up for new Malibu consignment store
Cagney and Lacey. Thelma and Louise. Betty and Veronica. Grace and Frankie. And now? Felicia and Electra are teaming up to fill a Malibu need: A high-end, consignment, second-hand store.
Change is a constant for Malibu people , as such a lot of fine goods are cast away in the process. Felicia Daffara and Electra Schrock are teaming up to create a quality space for selling and buying exceptional clothing, furniture, sporting goods — “anything and everything.”
For more information on how to put your Lambo or Picasso(s) on consignment, contact castaway.malibu@ gmail.com or 310-456-1753
That name Electra Schrock rings a bell.
ES: My family has been involved in Los Angeles and California philanthropic circles for generations, beginning with Ben Weingart and the Weingart Foundation.
I was also in the news a while back regarding an incident with Charlie Sheen … that’s not this story though.
And Felicia should tell us about Felicia. How long has she been in Malibu?
FD: In 2000, I arrived in Malibu as the tennis pro for Malibu Racquet Club, coming from a tennis club in Newport Beach.
What business is Felicia in that led to a consignment store?
FD: As a tennis pro at MRC, I got to work as a receptionist booking local and long-distance moves for a locally owned business since 1973, Spina’s Moving & Storage. Over the years, I acquired many special items. Memorabilia and art.
Our warehouse cages on Carbon Beach storage have had assistants working inside for celebrities such as Goldie Hawn, Sly Stallone, and Barbra Streisand.
One day, it was time to finally move! Spina retired a world-class fisherman. Now I had to figure out a way to open up a new business to consolidate.
How did Felicia and Electra meet?
ES: We met through a mutual dog-butler/dog-walker in Malibu.
FD: We met through a mutual animal butler on Malibu Road. Electra had dogs but I had cats. One day outside the beach home a girl named Electra showed. She was dropping off gifts around December. I opened the door on Malibu Road and invited her inside. She said no and the gifts were for the dog butler.
The next day I turn on the news and the same girl is on TV: Electra on TV!
Then one day we became instant friends.
Where y’all from?
FD: I grew up in the midwest: Muncie, Indiana. Electra is originally from Santa Monica and was born at Cedars Sinai (Cedars of Lebanon
Burt’s Eye View:
Hat in ring
PERSPECTIVE
By Burt Ross, Contributed Column
After the “great debate” between Evil vs. Feeble, there has been considerable discussion about replacing our incumbent president with a younger candidate. I am that younger candidate. I am a full four months younger than he is, and therefore, I have every intention of throwing my hat into the ring as soon as I buy a hat.
For one thing, I am available. Having recently retired, I have time on my hands, certainly enough time to solve the problems of the world. Quite frankly, I don’t think it will take that much time to solve most of the problems.
When elected, this is what I intend to do on the first day. No, make that on the second day because, on the first day, I intend to locate all the bathrooms in
back in the day). However, she spent most of her life in Newport Beach.
Rumor has it you’re starting a second-hand, consignment store in Malibu.
FD: Not a rumor; truth be told we are opening a second-hand, consignment store at 22253 Pacific Coast Highway, between Tramonto’s & Douglas Elliman Real Estate. I’ve worked there as an agent since 2018.
Location, location, location. Got parking?
ES: Parking is a must in Malibu! Of course we do …parking spots in lot as well as frontage on PCH. We want to create a place that’s as user-friendly as possible, both for consignors and shoppers. The warehouse where the new Hank’s Organic is coming soon has lots of parking.
What is the idea behind this store?
FD: To provide space where neighbors feel good. We both feel a need exists within the community where neighbors feel good about off-loading their once dearly-beloved items … those items then are placed into the hands of someone who will love them dearly.
How big is the space?
Approximately 1,500 square feet in what was the Louis Busch office. There is also a 22601 warehouse cages and open floor.
I have seen the luxury items Malibu people just give my friend J: $5,000
tables, eight TV sets, clothing, computers, Picassos. “Here! Take it!” Malibu used to have a second hand place called Artifac Tree that was popular. Cluttered, but popular. And Hidden Treasures in Topanga is one of the best second hand stores I’ve ever seen. So I think a second-hand, consignment store would work for Malibu.
FD: People are constantly changing and rearranging their homes and getting rid of quality clothes, furniture, electrical equipment.
Now all that good stuff has a place to go, yes/no?
ES: Collective idea in recognizing a gap in market and a need for a stylish second-hand space. Last year I began searching and searching for a place to consign … all I could find were donation companies … junk haulers ... or giving my things away. So here I was, sitting on about $1 million in merchandise with nowhere to offload it now that I was not actively using it any longer.
“Sea” I truly believe that in order to provide space for new things to enter your life you need to let go of those things which are no longer serving you or providing joy.
I have a word for that: “organasm” is when you organize your things and get rid of some of them. Don’t let all your stuff weigh you down or
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the White House before dealing with the matters at hand. I have my priorities.
On the second day, I will end the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. I will also, on the second day, reverse climate change, and reduce inflation, interest rates, and the national debt. Furthermore, I will eliminate all crime.
The Lord rested on the seventh day, but I think I will take a break on the third day.
Now, some of you might be asking how I intend to do all of this in such a brief period of time. My response might shock you — it is none of your damn business how I am going to do all of this. Elect me, and then trust me. I mean what I say, and I say what I mean!
However, I will give you a little clue as to how I intend to finance many of these dramatic changes — Mexico is going to pay for all of it!
One final promise to you: When I am elected, and there are no if’s about it, I promise I will never utter the word “malarkey.”
hold you back.
ES: So many of us spend our lives managing things …until those things begin to manage us. Felicia was needing to transform her storefront space on Carbon …and hence, a shop was born. A true story of give and take.
Who will be the buyer, appraiser, pricer, decider?
ES: You, me, we … Felicia and I have an art attorney Michael Heinemme to appraise art and antiques, sea and surf professionals for the ocean gear, and I will be responsible for pricing other pieces through research and relationships. We hope to serve the Malibu community, as well as tourists and foreigners.
People will come to Malibu to look for high-end bargains, and they just might find them. Will it be clothes? Furniture? Art? Surfboards? Electrical equipment?
ES: All of the above…deep sea casting fishing equipment too!
FD: Fishing poles. Spina was a world-class fisherman: Hawaii‘s No. 1 angler.
What will you call the business? What names have you considered?
the film industry is central to Malibu, so the MFS is the best place to reflect on the individuals who built the industry.”
Presenting “Buster Keaton: America’s Avant-Garde Autuer,” Weddle will join attendees for an evening of film clips and conversation regarding why Keaton remains such a powerful, indelible presence in film. Weddle knows a thing or two about film history, given that, as Tallal says it, “He wrote the definitive book about Sam Peckinpah, a writer for Gunsmoke, among many other works. “If They Move . . . Kill ‘Em!: The Life and Times of Sam Peckinpah,” is a detailed work that depicts the life and times of the man who directed “Ride the High Country,” “Straw Dogs,” “The Getaway,” “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,” and “The Wild Bunch.”
“Simply stated,” Tallal said, “Without Peckinpah we wouldn’t have someone like Tarantino.”
The Malibu Film Society is much loved in Malibu and, as Tallal put it, “After all, the colony started out as the Malibu Movie Colony back in the day.”
The Society presented movies at the Malibu Jewish Center from 2009 to 2021, Tallal noted, adding, “The community really enjoyed attending the events.”
“MFS has a great track record of picking very good films,” Tallal noted, adding that when he interviewed Arthur Harari after a screening of “Anatomy of a Fall,” Harari was the latest in the unbroken string of Q&A guests who went on to win their first Academy Award after appearing at MFS.
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as the “Other Colony,” a 132-acre area between Tuna Canyon and Big Rock. It was the site of the Coffee House Positano, which she described as having a “beatnik” vibe. The area transformed into an artists’ colony that filled with creatives, including the poet and painter Lawrence Ferlinghetti, actors, writers, and filmmakers who lived a bohemian lifestyle in bungalows on the site. The young Albuquerque worked there and then flourished as an abstract painter.
The “Other Colony” was destroyed in the 1993 Old Topanga Fire, but Albuquerque’s time there probably served as an impetus for her transition from painting to becoming a land artist. Working at her own Malibu studio in 1978, she decided to “make a break” from painting, calling her work “too personal.” Now, instead of using cloth canvas, the earth became Albuquerque’s canvas with three initial works
there to let people know the quality. ES: Yes, just like the people of Malibu, our store focuses on quality. Many locals here have treasures from all over the globe. One of a kind, unique, and well-crafted is our market. Unique celebrity memorabilia as well as film scripts, books, and art. We want people to feel confident and content in casting off their well-heeled goodies. People can leave items on consignment and you take a piece of the action?
ES: Typical terms are a 60/40 split, however, we are more flexible on rare items.
I know someone who has all of Courtney Love’s clothing from the 1990s, so maybe you could get your hands on that.
ES: We would love that … and I am sure the community would as well. How fun! The more the merrier as we truly strive to bring a place of community.
My friend V makes jewelry from sea glass. Could she sell that in your shop?
ES: Absolutely, we are working on partners and collabs with local community … as well as a couple of designers in Newport and Laguna Beach..
And who knows what other castaway treasures are stashed away in the Malibu?
ES: There are plenty… cast and stashed soon to surface!
board member and an entertainment marketing strategist, noted how fitting it is to have the film society in Malibu. It seems to be a no-brainer that the town that first began by having the Malibu Movie Colony should consistently have a film society, Tallal and Weddle both noted.
“It’s a feather in the city’s cap and is exciting for our residents that the Malibu Film Society is going to have three events at City Hall’s beautiful theater where they can enjoy great films and speakers,” said Barbara Bruderlin, CEO of the Malibu Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce. “Hopefully, ultimately, the city will build a performing arts center for this multi-faceted, artistic community of ours.”
all sited in Malibu. The first was “Malibu Line,” a vivid blue trough running perpendicular out to the horizon where it met the ocean.
As described by the Los Angeles Nomadic Division (LAND), “Malibu Line” was “a direct mark on the land that connects the viewer to the earth and to the horizon. By virtue of a slight optical illusion, the line both spatially and symbolically links land to sky, and sky to the ocean horizon beyond.”
“They were really about the land,” the UCLA-educated artist described of her initial works, each utilizing her signature Albuquerque blue, a striking aquamarine pigment. “For me it was about light and about the land.” By nature, land works are ephemeral. All three of the original Malibu land works are gone, weathered away by wind, rain, and fire.
In June, Albuquerque revisited her career-defining “Malibu Line” at her longtime residence in Decker Canyon, which was consumed in the Woolsey Fire. She dug a 68-
foot long trench, 14 to 17 inches across and filled it with her signature blue pigment. The public was invited for free viewings with tickets snapped up immediately online through LAND, a site-specific free-arts program that sponsored the viewing This new iteration of the piece will be a companion to another installation the artist will create in Tunisia, where the Pacific will be replaced by the Mediterranean Sea. The public will be able to view her stunning work again this fall when Albuquerque has two exhibits of new works opening as part of the Getty’s Pacific Standard Time initiative. “Earth Skin” premieres Sept. 11 at Michael Kohn Gallery. She’ll cover the gallery floor with a granite composite so thin it will appear flush with the ground. Her other work debuting at Cal Tech Sept. 27 titled “This Moment in Time” will feature a gold-leafed walking bridge. Check nomadicdivision.org for future “Malibu Line” viewings.
Lea Yardum, MFS
MALIBU FILM SOCIETY
LITA ALBUQUERQUE
MALIBU SEEN
Celebrating Shari Latta: Preschool teacher, lifeguard, and Old
Malibu par excellence takes
on familiar role in Malibu
Latta will serve as the director of Our Lady of Malibu’s preschool, launching littles into their academic world
By BARBARA BURKE
Albert Einstein once said, “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.”
For more than 40 years, Malibu’s Shari Latta has provided the youngest locals with an amazing adventurous learning experience — their first of many in the academic world.
Children’s Creative Workshop, Latta’s preschool, a nonprofit organization, provided a haven for the littlest in our town to become curious about their world, respectful of one another and confident in their learning. Some 1,200 of Malibu’s wee wanes were proud to call “Miss Shari” their teacher for four decades.
CCW was forced to close its doors in June 2022 after losing its lease from the Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District — the stated reason was that the district did not have any space to accommodate the preschool given the construction of the new Malibu High School. Despite the valiant efforts of a multitude of Malibu parents, the preschool could not find an alternative location.
So, undaunted and still feeling her call to teach, Latta started to instruct a couple days a week at Our Lady of Malibu preschool, an experience she thoroughly enjoys. Now, she has been named that school’s preschool director.
“Shari and I grew up in Malibu and went to school together,” Denise Peak said. “She was my daughter Alicia’s
teacher and she taught all of Alicia’s children when the elementary school was called Point Dume Marine Science School.”
Shari, Peak shares, “always had bunny rabbits that added to my children’s love of animals.”
Alicia Peak, now a parent of three and also a teacher, highly compliments Latta’s teaching process and her impact on generations of Malibuites.
“As an educator myself, [I think] Shari’s preschool curriculum stands well above any other I have ever seen,” Alicia said. “She creates cross-cultural units of study through song and art and ignites all of the senses for small children.”
Arlene and Josh Mosshart heartily agree.
“I had four kids taught by Shari and we felt she provided a preschool that was a safe haven for them to learn,” Arlene said. “Hers was a classroom with a great vibe and I always loved that her classroom door was always open.”
Malibu parents of several generations
were attracted by Latta’s methods of teaching which incorporate a lot of marine science, geography, wildlife, biology, Malibu history and the rich Chumash culture.
“I teach all of those subjects in my science-based curriculum, which is taught through music and art,” Latta says. “I love teaching at OLM as the entire campus exudes nurturing and calm and mine is the most beautiful classroom I’ve ever had — it is surrounded by trees and shrubs and is very full of light. ”
Josh Mosshart shared that Latta provided Arlene and him a delightful, insightful prism through which they saw their children learn and grow.
“We had tears of joy as we were able to experience our kids discovering so many wonderful things about the world,” Josh shared. “I’m originally from Idaho and the preschool experience that Shari provided to my children was reminiscent of my small town — she provided the experience for the children that we all seek.”
Latta always knew she wanted to be a preschool teacher. Early in her life, she helped her mother teach little ones.
“I feel really lucky to teach,” Latta said. “I guess I got a gift from my mom — a gift of understanding and enjoying children — it became natural for me.
After 45 years of teaching preschool, I’m not tired of it — I look forward to working full time at OLM because I know it can make an impact and can help teach the children a love of learning.”
Full of energy and optimism, Latta not only teaches wee wanes. She finds plenty of time for her many athletic and work endeavors.
Life as a junior lifeguard instructor and as a lifeguard
“Shari was my first junior lifeguard instructor and she always made it fun,” Malibu native Margaret Sampson, 38, said. “She made sure we worked hard and also that we had a great time. I really looked up to her and now, I appreciate that my first junior lifeguard instructor
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROSEMARY ELLEN OLIVE CASE NO. 24STPB04020
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ROSEMARY ELLEN OLIVE.
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KIMBERLY A. LINEBERRY in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.
THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KIMBERLY A.
LINEBERRY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with
was a woman because it made it seem perfectly normal and reasonable that women were lifeguards.”
Latta loves to be a lifeguard, an endeavor she’s enjoyed for 35 years.
“I love to explain everything about the ocean to people,” she said. “I get to explain about the fish, whales, dolphins, birds and wild animals — it’s an honor to do so.”
In her spare time — query, where in the world does she find some — Latta also enjoys long-distance running and she plays ice hockey in a league
“Our hockey team has competed all over Canada and in Alaska,” Latta said. “I was attracted to the game of hockey because it is so challenging.”
But wait — there’s more about this very active, very humble and very affable Malibuite
“I used to run triathlons,” she says casually, as if it’s no big deal. “Now, I enjoy participating in half marathon distance running and last year, I ran a 14-mile leg in our team’s 109-mile relay in Canada and Alaska.”
With both physical and creative energy, Latta nurtures and challenges the littlest Malibuites to learn and grow, and to be respectful, optimistic, and curious.
“Shari’s a legend for sure!” Josh Mosshart declared.
Agreeing, Denise Peak said it best:
“We are forever grateful for Shari’s leadership and dedication to the children of Malibu — I know I speak for many parents and grandparents that she is a Malibu treasure as her kindness and love will be reflected in many generations of Malibu children.”
How does one sum up a local’s lifelong contribution to children’s education, both in the classroom and as a junior lifeguard?
Denise Peak very ably did just that when she said, “Shari is the pied piper of our town and has influenced so many children to be forever young!”
limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/01/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.
Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.
Attorney for Petitioner
NOAH B. HERBOLD - SBN 231964
MORTENSEN & REINHEIMER PC 2855 MICHELLE DR, STE 120 IRVINE CA 92606
Telephone (714) 573-7149
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Shari Latta plays the guitar for her young pupils during preschool classes at Our Lady of Malibu. Latta, who has been a part-time preschool teacher at OLM after four decades running her own preschool, has been named the new director at OLM preschool. Photo Courtesy of Lisa Hall/OLM
drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Maryam Toofer, Trustee of the Big Rock Trust, dated December 30, 2002 Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 04/07/2008 as Instrument No. 20080592339 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: : 08/12/2024 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $4,406,549.21 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 20743 Big Rock Drive, Malibu, CA 90265 A.P.N.: 4449-015-014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.
NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 17-01054-CI-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.
NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-01054-CI-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 07/02/2024 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4820445 07/11/2024, 07/18/2024, 07/25/2024 MALIBU 151
2024140060
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:
1. THE CAREGIVERS
6230 WILSHIRE BLVD. STE A PMB 2300, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s):
1. KEITH GORE
6230 WILSHIRE BLVD. STE. A PMB 2300, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
2. CONNIE RENA FERGUSON
6230 WILSHIRE BLVD. STE. A PMB 2300, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
3. ALEXIS RENAE FERGUSON
6230 WILSHIRE BLVD. STE. A PMB 2300, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
4. KARL EDWIN GORE
6230 WILSHIRE BLVD. STE. A PMB 2300, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization
This business is conducted by: COPARTNERS
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).
Signed, KEITH GORE, GENERAL PARTNER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 7/1/2024.
NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).
Publish in The Malibu Times: 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1/2024
MALIBU 152
NOTICE INVITING BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the City of Malibu, BLUFFS PARK ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT
SPECIFICATION NO. 2110, will be received by the City Clerk, at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, California, 90265 at or before 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 1, 2024, at which time they will be publicly opened and read by the City Clerk (or designated representative).
SCOPE OF WORK
In general, the proposed improvements consist of removing and replacing the existing Built-up roof with new Builtup roofing and removing light weight concrete tiles to replace with asphalt shingles, and all other appurtenant work included and shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.
The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class “A”, or “C-39” State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for BLUFFS PARK ROOF REPLACEMENT Specification No. 2110 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department. An electronic copy of plans and specifications may be obtained by prospective bidders from the Public Works Department through mpublicworks@malibucity.org.
All prospective bidders shall abide by the provisions of the Bid Terms and Conditions listed in the project’s specifications.
The City reserves the right to retain all bids for a period of 90 days after the bid opening date for examination and comparison and to delete any portion of the work from the Contract. The City reserves the right to determine and waive nonsubstantial irregularities in any bid, and to reject any or all bids. The bid shall be balanced so that each bid item is priced to carry its share of the cost of the work and also its share of the contractor’s overhead and profit. The City reserves the right to delete any bid item to the extent that the bid is qualified by specific limitation. An unbalanced bid shall be considered as grounds for rejecting the entire bid. The City shall award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder as the interest of the City may require.
In accordance with the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has established the general prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification and type of work needed to execute contracts for public works and improvements. The per diem wages published at the date the contract is advertised for bids shall be applicable. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations, are referenced but not printed in said publication. The new wage rates shall become effective on the day following the expiration date and apply to this contract in the same manner as if they had been included or referenced in this contract. The website for California Department of Industrial Relations Prevailing Wage Unit is currently located at www.dir.ca.gov, prevailing wages are located on the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/ pwd/index.htm.
The wage rate for any classification not listed by the California Department of Industrial Relations, but which may be required to execute the proposed contract, shall be in accord with specified rates for similar or comparable classifications or for those performing similar or comparable duties, within the agency’s determinations.
At the time of submitting the bid the Bidder shall be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations in accordance with the provisions of Section 1771.1 of the California Labor Code, as amended by Senate Bill 854. No public work contract may be awarded to a non-registered contractor or subcontractor.
Without exception, the bidder is required to state the name and address of each subcontractor who will perform work or labor or render service to the prime contractor and the portion of the work which each will do in their bid as required by Section 23, “Subcontracts”, of the Standard Specifications and in conformance with Public Contract Code, Sections 4100 to 4113, inclusive.
The City will not consider awarding any contract based upon any bid submitted by any contractor nor consent to
subletting any portions of the Contract to any subcontractor located in a foreign country during any period in which such foreign country is listed by the United States Trade Representative as discriminating against U.S. firms in conducting procurements for public works projects.
All bidders are hereby notified that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, Business Enterprises must be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin consideration for an award.
The Contractor may substitute securities for retention monies pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300.
Date this 5th day of July, 2024 CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Published: Malibu Times on July 11, 2024 and July 18, 2024 MALIBU 153
NOTICE OF HEARING TO CONDUCT MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT APPLICATION HAS BEEN MADE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION TO CONDUCT
ADDRESS OF PREMISES: 22837 PACIFIC COAST HWY, UNIT C, MALIBU, CA 90265
NAME OF APPLICANT: LEE LA WADEE REFLEXOLOGY / MANTHANA ADISA
DATE OF HEARING: 07/31/2024
TIME OF HEARING: 09:15 A.M. ``ANY PERSON HAVING OBJECTIONS TO THE GRANTING OF THE LICENSE MAY, AT ANY TIME PRIOR TO THE DATE ABOVE NAMED, FILE WITH THE BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION HIS OBJECTIONS IN WRITING GIVING HIS REASONS THEREFOR, AND HE MAY APPEAR AT THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE HEARING AND BE HEARD RELATIVE THERETO`` OFFICE OF THE COMMISSION: BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION
500 W. TEMPLE STREET, RM 374 LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
CN108425 Jul 11,18,25, 2024 MALIBU 155
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION
The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, August 5, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference on the projects identified below.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 21-031, SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 21-026, AND DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 23-002 - An application for demolition of an existing two-story single-family residence with attached garage and construction of a new two-story 6,647 square foot single-family residence with a 921 square foot attached garage and 1,080 square foot basement, landscaping, onsite wastewater treatment system, and swimming pool/spa
Location: 28820 Cliffside Drive
APN: 4466-009-032
Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)
Applicant: XTEN Architecture
Owner: TJS Real Estate LLC
Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and 15304(b) Application Filed: July 13, 2021
Case Planner: Rick Casswell, Contract Planner (619) 483-3950 rick@casswellconsultinginc.com
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT-WOOLSEY FIRE NO. 21-006, CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 23-010, LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-002, VARIANCE NO. 23-026, AND SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 23-028 - An application for the construction of a new, two-story, single-family residence with an attached garage, grading, landscape, hardscape and other associated development, and installation of a new onsite wastewater treatment system; including an after-the-fact lot line adjustment for a historical land transfer between APNs 4468-004-033 and 4468-005-028, a variance for a non-conforming lot size and a site plan review for building height in excess of 18 feet not to exceed 28 feet for a pitched roof for replacement of a residence destroyed in the Woolsey Fire
Location: 29280 Greenwater Road
APNs: Lot A - 4468-004-033
Lot B - 4468-005-028
Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)
Applicant: Santos Planning, Inc.
Owners: Lot A - Edward and Nancy Kummer Family Trust
Case Planner:Aakash Shah, Contract Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 385 ashah@malibucity.org
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 21-035 AND VARIANCE NO. 24-012 - An application to construct a four-foot-tall rope fence across the width of a vacant beach-
front parcel
Location: 24714 Malibu Road
APN: 4458-013-001
Zoning: Single-family Medium (SFM)
Applicant/Owner: Malibu Dreams, LLC
Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission
Case Planner: Brenna Wengert, Contract Planner (323) 380-8960
brennaw@csgengr.com
For the projects identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Director has analyzed these proposed projects and found that they are listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the projects are categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. The Planning Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to these projects (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).
A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the projects. All persons wishing to address the Commission regarding these matters will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Commission’s procedures. Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the Planning Commission on, or before, the date of the meeting.
LOCAL APPEAL – A decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council by an aggrieved person by written statement setting forth the grounds for appeal. An appeal shall be filed with the City Clerk within ten days following the date of action (15 days for tentative maps) for which the appeal is made and shall be accompanied by an appeal form and filing fee, as specified by the City Council. Appeal forms may be found online at www.malibucity.org/ planningforms or in person at City Hall, or by calling (310) 456-2489, extension 246.
COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the Planning Commission’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE CITY’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Richard Mollica, Planning Director
Publish Date: July 11, 2024 MALIBU 156
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 520
Ordinance No. 520 (the “Ordinance”) makes amendments to the Malibu Local Coastal Program (LCP) Local Implementation Plan (LIP) sign regulations. Additionally, the Ordinance incorporates the California Coastal Commission (CCC) suggested modifications to Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA) No. 20-001 and repeals Ordinance No. 483. The Ordinance finds the same exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The Ordinance aims to ensure that sign regulations within the Malibu LCP are consistent with state law and do not infringe upon residents’ First Amendment rights. The amendments address litigation that alleged certain sections of the LIP violated free speech rights by imposing restrictions on signs.
The CCC conditionally approved LCPA No. 20-001 on March 13, 2024, with suggested modifications to address first amendment issues. The City Council must accept these modifications by September 13, 2024 for the LCPA to become effective. If accepted, the resolution and ordinance will be transmitted to the CCC Executive Director for final determination.
A full copy of the Ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s office.
Ordinance No. 520 was introduced by the Malibu City Council at its meeting held on July 8, 2024. Second reading and adoption of the Ordinance are scheduled for August 12, 2024.
Kelsey Pettijohn
City Clerk
Publish: The Malibu Times, July 11, 2024
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ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein are subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, ancestry or national origin or intention to make such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertisements for real estate in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.
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Waves women’s golfers advance at amateur tournament in North Carolina
Wong and Zhu won first round matches befoe falling in second round; Romero named AllAmerican Scholar
By McKENZIE
Pepperdine women’s golfers Jeneath Wong and Yingzhi Zhu advanced to the second round of match play at the 122nd Women’s North and South Amateur in Pinehurst, North Carolina, late last month.
Both Waves began the three-day tournament at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club with an opening round victory on June 26 before being defeated in the second round the next day.
Pepperdine head coach Laurie Gibbs said it was great to see the golfers playing well.
“We look forward to have a young team compete in the 2024-25 season against the top teams in the country,” she stated.
Zhu, a junior, defeated Ole Miss’s Sophie Linder
All-American Scholar for the fourth consecutive season on July 1. Romero earned a 3.593 GPA studying psychology. On the golf course, she had a 73.00 scoring average with four top-10 finishes and five top-20 finishes in nine tournaments this season.
Romero, who graduated this year, is also a College Sports Communicators Academic All-District AtLarge honoree for the second time and a four-time West Coast Conference Honor Roll “silver” honoree and Pepperdine Scholar-Athlete. Romero is also a four-time All-WCC first team selection.
in the first round. Zhu birdied the first hole and held the advantage over Linder throughout the match. Zhu also nailed a birdie on the fifth hole; however Linder evened the score on the 15th hole. Zhu then won the 16th and 17th holes in order to advance.
Wong, a junior Golfweek All-American, beat the College of Charleston’s Adrian Anderson in the opening round. The golfers were tied for the first four holes. Anderson won the fifth and seventh holes to take the lead. Wong then won consecutive holes and then captured the 13th and 14th holes. Anderson won back-to-back holes to even the score. The match was
tied after the 18th hole. Wong won the 19th hole to take the match.
In the second round, Wong lost to SMU’s Mackenzie Lee, and Zhu was beaten by Kylee Choi, a high school golfer from Georgia.
Waves senior golfer Lauren Gomez was defeated by Wake Forest’s Macy Pate in the first round. Gomez won the first two rounds against Pate, who was the top overall seed, and didn’t trail until Pate won the 17th hole. Pate then won the 18th and 19th holes.
In other golf news, Pepperdine’s Kaleiya Romero was named a Women’s Golf Coaches Association
High School Sports Year End Team
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She is the only player in Wave history to garner four straight WGCA All-American Scholar and AllWCC first-team selections. Romero is the 14th Wave to have earned WGCA All-American Scholar honor. Pepperdine golfers will compete in the July 1520 Women’s Western Amateur at Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest, Illinois, and the July 23-25 Ladies National Golf Association Amateur Championship at the Hot Springs Country Club in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
The team will also play in the Aug. 1-4 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship at the Royal Colwood Golf Club in Victoria, British Columbia, and the U.S. Women’s Amateur at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
