The Malibu Times • May 30, 2024

By BARBARA

The Malibu Arts Commission showcased fine art photographer, video director, and third-generation Dogtown skateboarder from South Central Los Angeles Pep Williams’ photography series “On a Sunday Afternoon,” featuring stunning photos of the lowrider culture in Los Angeles.

On Sunday, May 19, friends of Williams cruised down to the Malibu City Gallery in

classic Cadillacs to support Williams for the reception showcasing his work.

Malibu Art Commission Vice Chair Fireball

Tim Lawrence welcomed the guests and introduced Williams.

Williams’ images include the world’s most famous lowrider, Gypsy Rose, a 1964 Chevrolet Impala, as well as other well-known lowriders.

Lawrence is a well-known car enthusiast and said these specific kinds of cars are connected with family.

“My family is constantly expanding,

By BARBARA

Locals who loyally attend Malibu’s annual Summer Concert Series excitedly gathered at Dreamland in Malibu on May 24, many scurrying to the venue because they had first gone to the Trancas lawn across town, unaware that on May 21, the Malibu City Council denied permission to hold the concert at the Trancas venue, as is traditional.

“Malibu city bureaucrats shut us down because it took them five months to issue a permit,” Bandleader Johnny “Guitar” Watkin exclaimed in frustration, only to then victoriously announce, “Then, Dreamland stepped in and we moved the whole show there!”

And what a show it was!

Attendees gratefully nodded their heads in approval, following along and singing the songs. The band opened with “A Little Bit,” performed by Alicia McCracken Morgan, who also played keys. Morgan’s belting out of a wide array of rock and roll favorites made for an exciting night.

The band’s setlist was flush

I get to meet new people, they get to share their stories, and I get to hear where these cars came from, who the original owners were — it’s basically an art show. This is an art show and cars may show up,” Lawrence said. “I think it’s important for people to understand that there are very strong distinguishing factors with car people and those that love cars in the way that we do. It’s not about driving, it’s about stories and it’s about family and that’s what we’re trying to expand on.”

It was a strong turnout May 21 at Malibu City Hall for the first of a handful of meetings on types of projects that residents want to see built on vacant city-owned land. More than 80 people showed up in person and more than 30 on Zoom for the hybrid discussion where community members were able to voice their opinions on what and where they’d like to see new city amenities.

Many families showed up with children in tow, suggesting they’d advocate for multi-use soccer fields, but some Malibu parent attendees said they’d keep open minds about what usage they’d like to see for their children until after they heard suggestions and

The Directors Guild of America theater complex was buzzing with excitement as filmmakers and fans gathered for the 24th Annual Malibu International Film Festival on May 25. The submissions to the independent film competition were very carefully vetted, according to David Katz, festival founder and director, who characterized the festival as “highly selective.”

The event showcased 17 films that were screened at the theater and the festival also features 70 audience award-eligible films that will screen online on XOLO through May 31.

Malibu creatives won awards in several of the categories, from shorts, to the horror genre, to the

possibilities of land use from other neighbors.

The Tuesday night meeting was the first in a series of Malibu Community Lands meetings. Consultants at Tripepi Smith & Associates are helping the city get feedback from the community on what types of uses they want to see on the vacant land.

There are five property sites acquired by the city that are available for community development. These sites include what’s known as the Chili Cook-Off Lot, the Triangle Lot, and the La Paz Lot, all located in the Civic Center. There is also a vacant property at Heathercliff at Pacific Coast Highway and another called the Trancas Lot in west Malibu.

Suggested ideas brought up at the meeting’s breakout groups included building tennis courts, a pool, a library extension, arts center, senior center, multi-use spaces, a theater, and even a hospital or care center open after

musical that received the best in festival award.

“I have lived in Malibu for 40 years, so winning at the Malibu Film Festival and receiving recognition from my fellow Malibu neighbors is very special to me and is a great honor,” said David Ulrich, producer of “12 Parts Per Million,” which won the best documentary short. Candace Bowen, a Malibu actress who has long been involved in the Women in Film Foundation, highly complimented the work.

“‘12 Parts Per Million’ is wonderfully shot and the storyline captured my heart,” Brown said.

“The story focuses on a young teen athlete who works so very hard to compete in the Olympics and who is then stripped of his gold medal unfairly because he took medicine to treat his asthma.

“He was treated unfairly and the doctors involved did not properly

BARBARA BURKE

The Malibu City Council approved an 18-month contract creating the Malibu Task Force on Jan. 22. Beginning in January, the city approved a long-term contract with California Highway Patrol to add three full-time CHP

officers to help the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department enforce traffic regulations on Malibu’s segment of the Pacific Coast Highway. Prior to inking that contract, CHP had not had a role in PCH traffic enforcement since 1991, near the time the city was created. The California Office of Transportation Services (Caltrans) provided $555,000 in additional funding to LASD, the Los Angeles Police Department and the Santa Monica Police

Department for increased enforcement on PCH.

When one compares the number of traffic citations issued by authorities for driver’s violations of laws that govern motoring on PCH from January through April 2023, with data analytics compiling the number of citations issued for traffic violations in the same time period this year, one can discern some small improvement in the

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Malibu Arts Commission Vice Chair Fireball Tim Lawrence (left) and featured photographer Pep Williams are shown during the

Afternoon” at Malibu City Hall. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

DPAK (right), composer of the musical score for “Plandemic: The Musical,” which won Best of Festival, poses with the film short’s director Mikki Willis at the Malibu International Film Festival. Contributed Photo

Guest vocalist Daniel Paige belts out “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” backed by The New Old, on May 24 in the Malibu Summer Concert Series opener at Dreamland. Contributed Photo

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The festival offers a wide array of films in various genres for in-person and online screening

Creativity empowering locals to advocate for speed cameras on PCH

Tracy Park Gallery to host an event raising awareness of PCH’s perils; locals will get a free T-shirt for the cause

*Letters to the Editor may not reflect the view, opinion and/or ethics of the The Malibu Times. They are however, letters from the people of Malibu.

PCH is designed for disaster

Dear Editor, Pacific Coast Highway, that stunning stretch of asphalt winding through Malibu, has become a graveyard of broken dreams and shattered lives. This week, we mourn the loss of yet another soul to the highway’s deadly embrace. The toll since 2010: 61 lives cut short, 61 families forever scarred.

We’ve seen the candlelight vigils, heard the tear-soaked eulogies, and felt the anguish of a community ripped apart time and again. But what have we done to stop the bloodshed? The answer, quite simply, is not nearly enough. Oh, there have been promises — plenty of them. Politicians have vowed action, officials have unveiled “safety initiatives,” and well-meaning groups have organized awareness campaigns. But as the body count climbs, it’s clear these efforts have been little more than Band-Aids on a bullet wound.

Take the recent “21 Miles in Malibu” event. On its face, screening and discussing PCH safety seems like a positive step. But let’s be honest — heartfelt documentaries and tearful testimonials, as crucial as they are for raising awareness, won’t slow down a speeding driver or redesign a deathtrap intersection.

Panelists at the event urged parents to monitor their kids’ driving and implored teens to be more careful. These are valid pleas, but they ignore the fundamental problem: PCH is a highway designed for disaster. Blind curves and a lack of pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure make it a ticking time bomb. And until we address these systemic flaws, the carnage will continue.

We’re told that speed cameras are the answer. They may be part of the solution, but they’re not a panacea. Cameras snap pictures — they don’t calm traffic or fix hazardous road designs. And even their implementation is mired in bureaucratic red tape.

The most infuriating example of this came when Duffy Marcellino, whose sister was killed by a distracted driver, revealed that three fatalities at the same spot weren’t enough to warrant basic safety measures. This is the twisted logic of a system that is more concerned with liability than lives.

Malibu deserves better. Our children deserve better. The 61 people lost to PCH deserved better. It’s time to stop pretending minor tweaks and awareness campaigns will fix a fundamentally broken highway. It’s time for real change:

Redesign PCH with safety as the top priority, not an afterthought. And not as a wordplay from Caltrans that safety is the priority; that is media talk; there is no proof, but small fixes do not cut it. Synchronized lights move traffic, not save lives.

• Implement proven traffic calming measures like roundabouts and chicanes.

Invest in pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure — sidewalks, bike lanes, and crosswalks.

• Enforce speed limits with cameras

and regular patrols. At least this has started Hold officials accountable when they fail to act.

• These aren’t radical ideas. They’re common sense. And it’s long past time we used some common sense to make PCH safe.

Speed cameras are one tool that can help. Yes, it’s frustrating that implementation will take time, but if done correctly — with numerous cameras and hefty fines — they can be a powerful deterrent. And let’s be smart about this: let’s use the revenue from those tickets to fund real safety improvements to PCH. It’s a way to make reckless drivers pay, literally, for putting lives at risk.

But technology alone won’t save us. We need a fundamental shift in how we approach safety on PCH, the same way we’ve transformed attitudes around smoking and drunk driving. We must teach our young people and remind ourselves that speeding and reckless driving aren’t just risky — they’re unacceptable. Every time we get behind the wheel, we hold lives in our hands.

The “21 Miles in Malibu” film and events like it are a crucial start. Seeing the devastation and hearing the stories of loss can be a wake-up call. But we must follow up that shock with sustained education and open discussions. We need to create a culture where dangerous driving is ostracized, and safe driving is the norm.

It won’t be easy, and it won’t happen overnight. But the alternative — more deaths, more vigils, more shattered families — is unthinkable. So, let’s commit to the hard work of change. Let’s make PCH a model of safety, not a symbol of tragedy. Our children, our community, and the memories of those we’ve lost demand nothing less.

The next vigil is just a matter of time. Let’s make sure it’s not for another life lost to a highway that’s become a weapon of mass destruction. Let’s demand action, not just words. Let’s make PCH a road to life, not a road to death.

I, for one, am tired of seeing more and more white tires, each representing a destroyed family.

Michel Shane, Malibu

Destructive Behavior

Dear Editor,

In a recent editorial, Hayley Mattson, this paper’s editor and publisher, wrote, “If you did not watch or attend the City Council meeting last week ... I strongly urge you to do so ... it is crucial that we refrain from attacking one another or our city staff. There are productive ways to handle complaints; however, yelling at our city team or blasting them on social media will not accomplish anything.”

I couldn’t agree more.

Although I, like many in Malibu, have serious reservations about the hotel/motel proposal, I nevertheless also strenuously object to the continuing

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mistreatment of our city staff. I watched the May 13 City Council meeting, and I also urge all of you to do so. At this meeting, Mayor Steve Uhring and Councilmember Bruce Silverstein harshly interrogated Adrian Fernandez, Malibu’s assistant planning director. Although many of Uhring’s questions may have been appropriate and probative, his tone was quite snarky. Silverstein’s behavior was downright hostile. Silverstein was a litigator back in Delaware, and he treated our city employee like a hostile witness. It was difficult to watch.

In his closing comments of the evening, Silverstein managed to attack the Planning Department as incompetent and possibly corrupt. He smeared three members of the Planning Commission as having disqualifying conflicts of interest. Silverstein even disparaged Malibu residents who did not share his opinion as being less concerned about Malibu than those who agreed with him.

This kind of boorish behavior is unfortunately nothing new for Silverstein. When he attacked our former city manager as a “fascist,” a costly investigation found that Silverstein’s conduct had been “hostile and unprofessional,” though not gender-based, because he was hostile to staff members of both sexes.

In addition, when Silverstein prepared an affidavit charging corruption in City Hall, another costly investigation — conducted by attorneys whom Silverstein helped select — found no evidence of corruption and concluded that the city was well served by its staff. With these unabated attacks on our

city staff, it is no wonder that Malibu is having difficulty retaining and recruiting employees.

Burt Ross, Malibu

Neighbors have concerns with city Planning Department

Dear Editor,

What is happening within our city’s Planning Department?

The appeal process:

We are two neighbors in Malibu Park, living on the same street for a combined 70 years. Our two homes are separated by a large empty lot, which is currently being proposed for a development that forces us to submit separate appeal documents to the Malibu City Council voicing our reasonable concerns. We have been placed in this difficult and stressful position by the city’s Planning Department and its staff. At the hearing on April 15, three (out of five) of the planning commissioners quickly approved with a “wink and a nod” the developer’s massive development proposal: CDP 23-019.

What are the neighbors’ concerns?

First, the neighbor to the east has a Primary View Determination, which has been blatantly disregarded by the city’s Planning Department. The proposed development includes a 5,000-square-foot structure positioned 13 feet from the neighbor’s 1970s house. The site plan is neither clustered on the large lot, nor sensitive to the impact on the neighbors. The neighbor’s ocean views, wind, and light

will be replaced by a structural wall 15 to 24 feet tall and 100 feet long. Second, the neighbor to the west had a fire rebuild with an ESHA (Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area) buffer consistent with Malibu’s Local Coastal Program (LCP) and approved as such by city’s Planning Department in 2021. But, suddenly, the ESHA, determined by the presence of a seasonal stream, “disappeared” as such, along with the required ESHA setbacks for the developer’s proposed 1,400-square-foot ADU and two-car garage, driveway, and “future leech field” positioned feet away from the stream and its associated riparian habitat. Both neighbors submitted separate appeals delivered to the front counter at the City Hall, and heard a comment (paraphrased), “Oh, yes we were expecting your appeals” but “since both neighbors want changes to the plans there is no solution that will resolve both sides.”

We, the neighbors, are not alone in agreeing that there is a feasible solution for all sides, including the developer, who’s building proposal is outside the city’s guidelines and rules. What is the purpose of Malibu’s LCP and the public planning review process if that process amounts to nothing but a necessary but inconvenient performance ratifying the developer’s misguided sense of entitlement.

We, the neighbors, are only requesting reasonable compromises. The Planning Department can help the developer with revising the project proposal, including the site planning.

Paul Philipson and Dawn N Ericson, Malibu

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SIRENS

The following incidents were reported between:

apr 25 - APR 30

 4/25 | Vehicle Burglary

A vehicle parked near Surfrider Beach was broken into and an iPhone and multiple credit cards were stolen. The victim recived a notification on an estimated $4,000 worth of transactions were made to their credit cards in Century City. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 4/25 | Vehicle Burglary

A vehicle parked near Surfrider Beach was broken into and an iPhone and multiple credit cards were stolen. A gold necklace worth $300 was also stolen. The victim recived a notification on an estimated $7,140 worth of transactions were made to their credit cards in Santa Monica. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 4/29 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Topanga State Beach was broken into and ransacked. The victim left the key inside a “Hide-away” lockbox, but upon return, the lockbox was broken into and his vehicle was left open. The victim’s iPhone, worth $250, was stolen. The lockbox was worth $20. The keyfob was worth $250. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 4/30 | Grand Theft

A painting worth $10,000 was stolen from a property on Saddlepeak Road. The victim said a spokesperson from FedEx said the package was received and signed off, but the owners did not sign off the package. The victim was told to file a police report and provide information on the painting that was stolen.

Housing Element Draft #5 submitted to state

After a seven-day public review period concluded on the fifth revision of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Draft, staff submitted the draft to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on May 7. This was part of the settlement the city reached with with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Gov. Gavin Newsom, and HCD that will enable Malibu to reach compliance with the state’s Housing Element Law. With technical support from the state, the city will adopt a housing plan by Sept. 23, to allow for the development of 79 housing units, 47 of which must be affordable to low- and very low-income households. The agreement is related to California’s sixth Housing Element Update Cycle for the 2021-2029 time period. For more information, visit malibucity.org/ housingelement.

Santa Monica College antenna tower hearing June 3

On June 3, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider modifications that would bring the existing communications tower at Santa Monica College Malibu Campus into compliance with city code and be able to be used by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Substation on the campus. Since the tower was erected in 2022, during the construction of the SMC campus, the planning staff have been working with the county to bring the tower into compliance. For more information, see the Hearing Notice at malibucity.org/DocumentCenter/ View/34116/21-day-PHN_Wireless-TowerFinal.

Malibu resident wins UCLA Community Service Award

Long-time Malibu resident Gary S. Greene is the recipient of this year’s UCLA Alumni Award for Community Service. The 1971 graduate of UCLA was honored last weekend by his alma mater for his “legacy of sharing his love of music to bring people together and engaging others in giving back.” Greene, who was raised in Malibu, is the founder and conductor of Los Angeles Lawyers Philharmonic, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds for charitable causes.

LA Lawyers Phil is performing its 15th anniversary concert June 22 at Disney Hall. Greene’s photograph will be displayedat the UCLA James West Alumni Center with this quote: “Orchestrating a symphony of service, uplifting every note.”

Blood Drive at City Hall

Malibu, please give the gift of life by donating blood at the City of Malibu and American Red Cross Community Blood Drive on Thursday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Hall (23825 Stuart Ranch Road).

City of Malibu accepting

NEWS BRIEFS

nominations for the 2024 Jake

Kuredjian Citizenship Award

The City of Malibu Parks and Recreation Commission is accepting nominations through Wednesday, June 5, for this year’s Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award, which recognizes contributions to improving recreation resources for the community.

“Every year, the Jake Kuredjian Award recognizes community members who dedicate their time and energy to making Malibu a better place for all,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “I encourage everyone in Malibu to submit nominations for that special person who brings the community together.”

Members of the Malibu community are invited to submit nominations online at MalibuCity.org/ JakeAward. The final day to submit an online nomination is June 5.

The award is presented annually to an outstanding individual or group who has given their time and resources to enhance the quality of recreation programs for the Malibu community. Past recipients of this award have demonstrated a commitment to improving the quality of life in Malibu through recreational opportunities and have made a lasting contribution to the community.

The Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award is in honor of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian, who was killed in the line of duty on Aug. 31, 2001, while he and other law enforcement personnel were engaged in a shootout with a suspect in Stevenson Ranch. Kuredjian often worked as an Armenian interpreter for the Sheriff’s Department, the Los Angeles Police Department, and the FBI. The Gold Meritorious Conduct Medal was presented to Kuredjian in 1989 for rescuing a woman from a cliff while stationed in Malibu.

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the nominations at its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 18, at 6:30 p.m. at Malibu City Hall.

For more information, including a list of past award recipients, visit MalibuCity.org/JakeAward.

Lanes to be shifted around PCH slide to improve traffic around landslide north of Sunset

A second northbound lane around a landslide on Pacific Coast Highway north of Sunset Boulevard is in the works. Caltrans has requested funding to reconfigure another northbound lane at Porto Marina Way. One of the two northbound lanes has been closed since February due to a problematic landslide. Caltrans was not able to clear the slide earlier due to its unstable nature and slope movement.

The Caltrans Geotechnical Division determined that repairs must begin at the top of the slide, which is outside its jurisdiction on 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.

Sheriff’s station gives update on crime and traffic safety

Sgt. Chris Soderlund, Malibu’s liaison to the Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station, gave an update to the City Council on crime and traffic safety on April 22. On April 19, at 3 a.m., a 29-year-old driver was clocked going 117 mph on PCH near Carbon Canyon Road, stopped, and arrested by deputies for reckless driving and DUI, and his car was impounded for 30 days. On April 19, deputies conducted a traffic enforcement DUI saturation action in Malibu, with five additional deputies patrolling the area from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. They issued 41 citations, 29 of which were for speeding, and arrested two motorists for reckless driving. Year-todate, 16 people have been arrested in Malibu for reckless driving and/ or racing; 24 have been arrested for DUI.

Malibu Building Safety wins prestigious Department of the Year award

The city is proud to announce that the Environmental Sustainability Department/Building Safety was presented with the California Building Officials (CALBO) Building Department of the Year Award. CALBO is a state organization of city and county building departments and industry representatives, with over 500 California member cities and counties. This award recognizes the outstanding leadership demonstrated by a jurisdiction. To win this award a department must meet strict criteria showing dedication to building safety through effective long-term disaster response, environmental sustainability, and progressive technological practices. The Environmental Sustainability Department/Building Safety has made significant strides in those areas, promoting building safety, innovation, and community engagement. They have shown remarkable adaptability and have been at the forefront providing essential services and care to the Malibu community.

Updates on City of Malibu projects

MALIBU PCH SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT

Crews are currently working between Big Rock and just north of Las Flores with one north lane closed, needed as three separate crews are working on site (utility investigation/boring operations/ fiber installation). Unfortunately, crews are unable to implement the alternate traffic control (shifting the lanes to the center to keep two lanes open) due to safety reasons, existing infrastructure, and specific locations of ongoing work.

PCH MEDIAN PROJECT

Construction is expected to begin in April on PCH from John Tyler Drive to Puerco Canyon on the city’s PCH Median Improvement Project, which will contribute to PCH safety. Estimated completion is June 2024.

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: 160

• Multifamily building units complete: 18 Projects under construction: 127

• Inspections approved: 10,064

• Inspections total: 17,705

• Single-family home rebuild building permits issued: 287

Call for Artists for the City’s Summer Public Art Exhibition, ‘A Tale of a Seaside Town’

The City of Malibu Arts Commission invites local artists to respond to the Call for Artists for the City’s summer public art exhibition, “A Tale of a Seaside Town” a tribute to Malibu’s deep-rooted surfing culture. Selected artists will have their artwork featured at the Malibu City Gallery at City Hall.

“Malibu’s natural beauty and community have always attracted and inspired artists in every medium imaginable — from music to literature, painting and digital arts,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “I hope all of Malibu’s artists, whether professional, student or hobbyist, young or old, will participate in this wonderful exhibition of our community’s talent.”

Artists of all ages are invited to submit their artwork to be a part of this collaborative community-wide art show.

The commission is accepting art-

work in all media including, but not limited to photography, paint, drawing, collage, free-standing art, and written work.

Submissions are being accepted now through Friday, May 31. Submissions will only be accepted online at malibusummerexhibit. artcall.org. Those artists whose work has been accepted will be notified by June 12.

For questions or assistance with submission, please contact Brittany Saleaumua at (310) 456-2489, ext. 349.

The exhibition will be displayed in the Malibu City Gallery at City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, from July 15 through Aug. 23. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the gallery is free.

Hike with the Malibu Democratic Club

The Malibu Democratic Club will be hosting a hike and lunch on Sunday, June 2. The hike will be Fossil Ridge Trail, in the Santa Monica Mountains, where Schueren Road intersects with Saddle Peak Road and Stunt Road. Meet at the Lois Ewen Overlook parking lot at 9:45 a.m., hike starting at 10 a.m. Following the hike, at 12 p.m., there will be a pay-your-own-tab lunch at the Reel Inn Restaurant, 18661 Pacific Coast Highway. You may attend both or either the hike and lunch. RSVP at tiny.cc/MDC6224.

Upcoming events at Third Space in Malibu

The community is invited to join Third Space Malibu’s Kidd’s Jewelry Heist “Jewelry-Making Experience” every Sunday throughout June 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.

All ages are welcome to join a light run aimed at enhancing movement skills and promoting better mental and physical health. The event will take place on Saturday, June 1, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Third Space Malibu. Registration costs $25 per person and includes automatic entry into a raffle for running shoes. RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org.

“Sip & Shop” Sustainable Fashion Makers on Tuesday, June 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Third Space. Enjoy complimentary champagne and shop for local, handmade, and sustainable products while getting to know local creatives and the story behind their brands. Address is 23357 Pacific Coast Highway, at the Malibu Village.

Business Round Table

Submission deadline is Monday at noon. Please email submissions to:

The Malibu Times

c/o Calendar Editor, to editorial@malibutimes.com

Only events with a connection to Malibu will be considered. Calendar events are scheduled in advance and subject to change.

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COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING (CERT) COURSE

As part of its ongoing efforts toward community-wide preparedness, the City of Malibu is offering the next round of the highly popular Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. The series of seven classes is on Thursday evenings 6 to 9 p.m., April 18 to May 30 at Malibu City Hall. CERT volunteers are a crucial part of the city’s ability to prepare and respond to disasters.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

sat JUN 1

MALIBU/LOST HILLS

SHERIFF’S STATION OPEN HOUSE

Join the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station for their Open House on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be fun activities from LASD Aero Bureau, Special Enforcement Bureau, Search and Rescue, Mounted Posse and more. The station is located at 27050 Agoura Road.

TUE JUN 4

ART TALKS FEATURING PEP

WILLIAMS

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BLOOD DRIVE AT CITY HALL

Malibu, please give the gift of life by donating blood at the City of Malibu and American Red Cross Community Blood Drive on Thursday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Hall in the multipurpose room.

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JUN 13

MAKE A SUCCULENT SAND TERRARIUM AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

fri JUN 14

SMARTY PANTS STORY TIME

AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school-readiness skills and having fun at the Malibu Library from 10 to 11 a.m. For ages 2-5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library’s collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required.

WED JUN 19

CITY HALL CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH

Malibu City Hall will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. Special holiday hours for city parks and facilities will be posted in the News & Announcements section of the website homepage the week prior to the holiday.

TUE JUN 25

MALIBU LIBRARY SPEAKER SERIES: AUTHOR THOMAS LEVENSON

Join The Malibu Library to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons at the Malibu Library from 4 to 6 p.m. in the meeting room. Beginners and experts are welcome. For teens ages 13-17. To register visit lacountylibrary.org/ location/malibu-library/.

ART TREK AT MALIBU CITY HALL SENIOR CENTER

Create unique works of art using a variety of materials at the Malibu Senior Center from 1 to 3 p.m. Each month, participants will focus on a new theme. May’s theme is Peace Doves. $10 material fee due at class. Instructed by Lorelle Paterson.

During the Woolsey Fire, Malibu CERT volunteers contributed about 300 hours of service to the emergency response by distributing food and medical supplies, assisting with evacuations, and administering basic first aid. For more information about the CERT program, visit www.MalibuCity.org/CERT or call Emergency Services Coordinator Sarah Flores at (310) 456-2489, ext. 237, or email publicsafety@ malibucity.org.

The Malibu Arts Commission in partnership with SMC-Malibu present Arts Talks with featured artist, Pep Williams, on Tuesday, June 4, at 6 p.m. at the SMC-Malibu campus. Williams will discuss his work, creative process, and art experience during a questionand-answer session. Mr. Williams is a fine art photographer, video director, and third generation Dog Town skateboarder from South Central Los Angeles. He has traveled globally, creating materials for his photographic exhibitions, and has photographed spreads for magazines worldwide. The event is complimentary and RSVPs are not required.

WED JUN 5

DIY RIBBON LEIS

Learn about the traditions and customs surrounding leis as we create our own ribbon leis at the Malibu Library from 4 to 5 p.m. in the meeting room. Do you know someone graduating or that you want to make feel welcome and included this summertime? Giving a lei expresses love and warmth. For teens ages 13-17. This event is part of the Summer Discovery Program at Malibu Library. To register visit lacountylibrary.org/location/malibulibrary/.

Terrariums are a great way to add a little greenery to your desk. Join the Malibu Library as we make some colorful succulent sand terrariums on Thursday, June 13, from 4 to 5 p.m. Learn about the history of terrariums and their growth in popularity over the years. For ages 13-17. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. To register visit lacountylibrary.org/location/malibulibrary/. Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/SummerDiscovery to learn more and sign up!

PARK TALES: READING OLYMPIANS

Preschool storytime at Bluffs Park on Thursday, June 13, from 10 to 11 a.m. For ages 2-5. 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. Register online at MalibuCity. org/Register Bluffs Park is located at 24250 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.

Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

sat JUN 15

HHW/E-WASTE COLLECTION AT CITY HALL

Properly dispose of certain types of household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste on Tuesday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Malibu City Hall. All containers must be clearly labeled to identify the contents. Maximum amount of paint/motor oil accepted is 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip. Participants are strongly encouraged to remain in their vehicles.

Accepted materials list:

• Paint (water-based only)

• Used motor oil

• Anti-freeze

• Automotive and household batteries

• Compact fluorescent bulbs (unbroken)

• Electronics

The city schedules its events on the third Saturday in February, April, June, August, and October. Rain cancels event.

Visit www.888CleanLA.com for information about the county’s HHW events.

Malibu Library Speaker Series presents author and MIT professor Thomas Levenson discussing his book “Money for Nothing: The Scientists, Fraudsters and Corrupt Politicians Who Reinvented Money, Panicked a Nation, and Made The World Rich.” Levenson is also a columnist for the Boston Globe’s Ideas section, contributes regularly to The Atlantic Monthly online, and has over the years published numerous articles in a wide range of magazines, newspapers, and online venues. This event takes place at Malibu Library. RSVPs are required. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. To register visit lacountylibrary.org/location/ malibu-library/.

WED JUN 26

EXPLORE 3D PRINTING: SPIRAL ART

Create spiral art using a 3D printed spirograph at the Malibu Library from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Watch a 3D printer create the components and draw your own colorful geometric patterns. For children, ages 5-12 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of the Summer Discovery Program at Malibu Library.

do their job and officials in the Olympics did not either. Indeed, he still has never been given his medal back! I’m very glad this film has put a spotlight on that injustice!”

Malibu Director Sean Carter’s film “Wake” won best in the horror genre.

“It was so exciting to win at my hometown festival,” Carter said, “As a lifelong Malibu resident, there certainly isn’t going to be another festival that has such a personal connection. My 7-year-old little boy, Gabriel, has been holding the award all morning with pride, so it means a lot!”

The musical score for “Plandemic: The Musical,” which received the Best of Festival Award, was recorded in Malibu by DPAK, who shared some thoughts and reflections about receiving the award.

“Winning the Malibu Film Festival is deeply meaningful for me, especially as someone who lived in Malibu for 10 years. I have a direct connection to and a deep love for the land and the unique energy of Malibu,” DPAK

said. “Many of my major projects, songs, and inspirations were born there — from my creations for Disney and my old band Robot Nature, to the original songs, production, and composition of the score for ‘Plandemic: The Musical.’”

DPAK also shared, “The tragic Woolsey Fire of 2018 had a profound impact on me — I lost my home, my belongings, and, sadly, one of my beloved cats. This experience has been one of overcoming obstacles and defying the odds to rebuild my life and career from the ashes. It has been a journey of transforming deep loss into a story of resilience and success. The closing song of the musical, ‘It’s Our Time (Together We Rise),’ echoes this sentiment with the lyrics: ‘Rise up from the ashes, rise up from the flames … Together we will rise up … ‘cause It’s Our Time.’”

Director Mikki Willis was delighted that his fourth film in the “Plandemic” series was highly recognized in the festival.

“I couldn’t believe that a West Coast-based festival was brave enough to take a stand for one of my films,”

number of traffic offenses, according to data provided both by the City of Malibu, which oversees the CHP’s enforcement efforts, and LASD.

During the first four months of this year, CHP issued 1,057 speeding citations, one of which involved a motorist speeding in excess of 100 miles per hour, another of which involved reckless driving. During that time frame, CHP issued citations to 11 motorists for unsafe turns or lane changes, four drivers were cited for following too close and 23 were cited for distracted driving. The rest of the tickets were issued by CHP for seatbelt

The conspiracist filmmaker said. “Then, to win Best of Fest right there in the heart of the Directors Guild of America was an experience I can only define as surreal. After a powerful standing ovation, I was bombarded by people expressing gratitude for the message of the movie — clearly, people need the power of music and laughter now more than ever. ‘Plandemic the Musical’ is intended to serve as a lighthouse to guide us into brighter times.”

violations, equipment violations and for violations of other traffic regulations.

“CHP’s role in traffic enforcement on the segment of PCH that runs through Malibu is to assist LASD with traffic control efforts — LASD officers are a lot more effective in battling traffic violations with the added three CHP officers and a CHP sergeant who oversees them,” said Chris Soderlund, LASD’s liaison with the City of Malibu. “CHP officers are out seven days a week, with one officer working the morning shift and two officers covering other shifts.”

Soderlund explained that when there is a traffic collision, CHP’s sole purpose is to continue enforcing traffic laws, which frees up LASD officers to respond to

Also vying for recognition in the festival was a film created by talented young artists who are all Malibuites.

William Bonnell (“Doe a Deer” and “Ringo”), Max Gordon, Colter Barish, Declan Bates, and Rory Gesner, all contributed to “Pirates of Malibu,” which made its festival premiere at the event.

“The process of making ‘Pirates of Malibu’ was definitely unorthodox, but was super fun,” Gordon shared, discussing how the team shot the film

emergencies. He also noted that CHP provides weekly reports to Susan Duenas, Public Safety Manager for the City of Malibu.

“LASD helps with traffic offense monitoring as much as possible of course,” Soderlund said, “However, if there is a 911 call, such as a burglary incident, CHP doesn’t take those calls. Rather, they continue traffic enforcement.”

Soderland also explained that LASD’s crime cars are deployed to stop crime or to respond to 911 calls, the agency’s traffic cars and motor deputies deal with traffic enforcement and special assignment deputies conduct targeted enforcement, such as ensuring food

in only two days and mostly on a boat — an unsteady set to say the least.

“We have always been fascinated with making a film about our firsthand experience with the Woolsey Fire.”

Animator Bates also shared his insights.

“Colter, who wrote the film, wanted an animated sequence depicting the events that occurred prior to the moment that the film begins and he wanted animation to be loose while also being chaotic,” he said.

Chaotic it is — one could sense the entire audience lean in as the film got underway, entranced by the disastrous conflagration and the tension between the main characters.

One can also sense that the young filmmakers have potential and will perhaps be seen again at the Malibu Film Festival and other festivals as well.

Next steps for Malibuites’ films and the filmmakers

“We look forward to rolling out our distribution plans for ‘12 Parts Per Million,’ and winning this festival is motivating us even more to make

trucks do not improperly operate in unapproved or unsafe areas. Finally, volunteer officers assist in patrolling and traffic enforcement, he added.

“From Jan. 1 through April 30 of this year, LASD dealt with 100 total collisions, none of which were fatal collisions and 24 of which involved significant injuries,” Soderlund stated.

Clarifying definitions used by LASD to report violations, he noted that for purposes of collecting the relevant data, accidents involving suicides are not considered as fatal collisions because they were not a function of fatalities attributable to unsafe traffic collisions.

“When we compare the 2024 data with the data for the same period in

sure our film is seen by a broader audience,” Ulich said. “Sidewinder Films is part of the nonprofit Foundation for Global Sports Development, so our goal is to reach a broad audience and use our film for educational purposes.”

Similarly, Carter has big plans for “Wake.”

“We’re just starting our festival run now, so we’ll see about an online release early next year. Our next LA screening will be at Film Invasion: Los Angeles on the weekend of June 22,” he said. “We’re also screening at the Portland Horror Film Festival on June 6, the Seattle Film Festival starting the week of June 26, and Screamfest: New Orleans in NOLA in late October. The biggest wave of festival notifications will come in August and September for all the film fests, so I’m eager to see which ones we get into.” The “Pirates of Malibu” team also has grand goals.

“We have another project titled ‘GEEPEE’ focused on artificial UN-intelligence, in production this July,” Barish said. “Stay on the lookout and we will see the Malibu Film Festival crew next year!”

2023, we see that in the prior year there were 110 traffic collisions, one of which was a fatality and 45 of which involved significant injuries,” Soderlund stated. “Further, during the relevant time period in 2023, we issued 1,771 traffic citations, as compared with 1,119 citations that were issued during the relevant time period in 2024.”

Soderlund concluded, “Therefore, the data establishes that when there is a higher presence of officers monitoring traffic, people are obeying speed and other laws more.”

When asked how citizens could help fight an unsafe PCH, Soderlund noted that more volunteers are needed to help enforce traffic in busy summer months.

“Pandemic: The Musical” Director Mikki Willis speaks to the crowd about his film short at the Malibu International Film Festival. Contributed photos.

BUSINESS

California legislators consider limiting self-checkout kiosks in grocery stores and some retail pharmacies aimed at reducing retail theft

According to study, theft increases by up to 65 percent at self-checkouts as opposed to registers with a human checker

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times

In a legislative season that is flush with proposed measures aimed at reducing retail thefts, California legislators are considering passing a provision requiring closer supervision of self-checkout stations in grocery stores and some retail pharmacies.

SB 1446 proposes requiring all grocery stores and drug stores with more than 75 locations in the state to assign employees to monitor self-checkout stations. As currently written, the law, if passed, would limit each employee to monitoring no more than two of such stations without having any other duties, and it would also require that when self-checkout stations are available, there must be at least one checkout aisle that is monitored by a human to be open. Finally, the law would require that customers using self-checkout stations are limited to purchasing no more than 15 items.

The bill’s sponsor, Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, a Los Angeles Democrat, asserts that the measure would reduce theft and the danger of violence and protect employees from being overwhelmed.

According to a report by Capital One Shopping, 95.9 percent of consumers taking the organization’s surveys have used self-checkout machines, but theft increases by up to 65 percent at self-checkouts, compared to having a human checker. The study also revealed that self-checkout kiosks account for nearly 40 percent of grocery store registers in the United States and a whopping 96 percent of grocery stores offer self-checkout.

“The North American self-checkout systems market is worth $2.68 billion as of 2024,” The study reports,

adding, “Projections indicate it will exceed $6 billion by 2030.”

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ assessment reviewing input from 128.6 million U.S. self-checkout consumers who report using that system of paying at least once, 79.3 percent of consumers use the service for at least half of their shopping.

The debate concerning whether to enact the proposed legislation pits consumers’ desire for the convenience of checking out with their purchases quickly against workers’ desires to retain their jobs and their unions’ desires to address relevant issues at the bargaining table.

According to the bill’s advocates, SB 1446 would regulate self-checkouts in hopes of boosting employment while also cutting down on theft.

“One of the main deterrents from theft is that there are staff paying attention in the store to customers’ ac-

tivities,” according to Christine Soto DeBerry, founder and executive director of Prosecutors Alliance of California, an organization that favors enactment of the legislation. “The hope is that we can reduce the amount of theft that happens. That’s a much better solution than punishing theft after it occurs.”

However, the proposed legislation also attempts to address the reality that the high rate of checkout sales thefts not only cause retailers to experience significant expense — the retail industry uses the term “inventory shrinkage” for such losses — it also significantly affects California’s enormously strapped budget.

“While retailers lose revenue from theft, states also miss out on retail tax dollars from stolen merchandise,” the study noted. “States lost $4.345 billion in tax dollars due to retail theft in 2022.”

According to the study, the State of California lost

out on $568 million in retail sales tax dollars due to theft in 2023. There is no data available for how much tax revenue the City of Malibu has experienced due to customer thefts at checkouts.

Addressing inventory — and sales tax revenue — shrinkage attributable to self checkout fraud by consumers are but two considerations for legislators to weigh. They also need to consider how the impact of using technology to monitor self-checkout lanes weighs into the calculus and how store employees respond to customers who attempt to steal.

Some stores mount technology-based monitoring devices above self checkout kiosks to alert store clerks when shoppers miss scanning an item. Grocerydive. com published an article entitled, “How grocers are deterring theft at self-checkout” on Aug. 15, 2023, wherein Doug Baker, vice president of industry relations at FMI–The Food Industry Association noted that while retailers have access to a wealth of technology that can automatically spot efforts by shoppers to outsmart self-checkout systems, confronting a shopper suspected of trying to steal something can be risky for store employees because the person could respond violently.

“A lot of retailers right now are of the opinion that it’s hands off,” Baker said. “If they’re going to steal, let them steal.” Such strategies by retailers are based on a position that employees’ safety is more important than confronting a shoplifter, he added.

Whatever the disposition in Sacramento concerning SB 1446, readers can most likely expect that if the measure passes and retailers experience added costs attributable to their complying with a mandate that a human employee must monitor only two such kiosks at a time and/or local retailers continue to purchase increasingly sophisticated technology to monitor self-checkout shoplifting — the costs will be passed along to consumers.

Malibu High School senior and graduate brother place fifth in area regatta

Malibu High School senior Jordan Janov and his brother, MHS graduate Grant Janov, made an amazing showing at the North American Championship Regatta held in Long Beach last weekend. The brothers, just 18 and 21 years old, are technically too young to compete as professional sailors just under the age 24 qualification. Still, the young duo still placed fifth overall, beating seasoned teams with decades more sailing experience.

The four-day regatta featuring 505 class double-handed dinghies drew 30 teams. Four of those teams were championship-winning pairs in other races.

“We’re in a weird spot because you can’t be called a professional sailor until you’re 24, but we definitely sail the same amount as professionals and at similar levels,” Jordan Janov explained.

The North American Championship Regatta is known for attracting older sailors who are proficient in the 505-class boat that was designed years ago.

The Janovs, who typically sail an Olympic class 49er men’s double-handed skiff, had only 12 days of practice on the 505 boat. Their fifth-place accomplishment was a real boost in their training. The winners of the regatta were decades older than the young Malibu brothers with decades of sailing experience in the five-meter length boat.

“Long Beach is notoriously known for being a

with popular songs — songs that many who attended immediately responded to by exuding that very special facial expression, the one that manifests the excitement and delighted joy

windy venue. It’s very consistently windy,” Jordan Janov described about the conditions at sea. “It’s where people in the sailing world go to toughen themselves up. It’s a very serious place to sail out

that one experiences when he is momentarily transported to special times in his youth, and songs that those in attendance who are of younger generations also joyously jived with as they recalled their parents singing to them as they went about their childhood days.

Rock and roll songs. Songs that ring true in Malibu.

From “Take Me to the River” — also performed by Morgan, to “I’ve Got a Feeling” and “Chain of Fools,” the delighted crowd sang and hummed along, clearly enjoying the unabashed freedom of taking to the dance floor, flush

of. You race in a very industrial area surrounded by tanker ships.” The regatta is held roughly a half-mile from shore.

The junior team astonished the seasoned sailors

with joy, immersed in lyrics and reverberations, celebrating their right to gather.

“Some Kind of Wonderful,” performed by Morgan, drew special applause. Attendees smiled broadly as they followed along singing and rocking in rhythm.

at the regatta with their top finishing placement.

“It’s surprising,” Janov admitted. “People definitely wrote us off. They didn’t think much of how we were going to do. To come out in fifth, beating people that have done very well in world championships, top three in the world, it was very surprising to everyone. It made people very happy because they want to get new people sailing these boats. It was very good to show young people can sail an intimidating boat.”

Of the 30 teams competing in the regatta, four of those had previously won world championships. Between the four teams that collectively beat the Janovs, the group had won seven of the last nine world championships in the 505-class. “They were all really good,” Janov commented.

Most of the teams competing came from California. Some were from Canada and across the U.S.

The Janovs were the only pair in the race under 24 years of age.

The Janov brothers, who also have an older brother, Ryan, who mostly sails for pleasure now, have been training privately with a sailing coach to accomplish their dream of qualifying for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Grant left a sailing program at UCLA to train privately with his brother and is on track to graduate from the university a year early to concentrate on sailing.

Jordan is getting ready to graduate from MHS, but is skipping college for now.

“I’m planning to campaign for the LA 2028 games,” he said. “Grant and I are both doing that. The reason he graduated in three years is so it’ll line up with me graduating high school this year so we can sail full time until 2028.”

All along the way, the very talented Watkin played guitar, delighted that The New Old had found a venue to play in.

Other performers in The New Old were Dennis Kenmore (drums), Dave Batti (bass), John Woodhead (guitar), Sam Morgan (saxophone), and Leslie Martinez, Sandra Pearsson, and Dakota Martinez (backing vocals).

It’s nothing less than amazing to thoroughly vibe with Morgan’s superb playing of the sax — truly exceptional!

“Give it up for the band!”

Daniel Paige, guest vocalist and a proud Malibu native who wore a quintessential Malibu sweatshirt, exclaimed, “Give it up for me!”

Then, he launched into a stellar rendition of “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” eliciting exclamations of “Yes!” and “Wow!” from the crowd.

Michelle Wolf, another guest vocalist, equally impressed and thrilled attendees as she performed, among other songs, “Gimme Some Lovin’.” In response, the audience jovially obliged.

However, a central focus of attendees during the evening centered on Malibu’s unique and

cherished ethos that is grounded in the concept that locals dearly treasure their annual tradition of gathering for the popular Summer Concert Series.

Simply stated, it’s their dream to do so.

“I’m so happy Dreamland came through for us at the last minute and it was an absolute blast to perform there!” Paige exclaimed.

“I can’t think of a better venue for rock and roll!”

Totally concurring after the event, Watkin complimented the venue’s acoustics and total vibe.

“Dreamland’s the best music venue in LA and it was a fantastic night!” Watkin added, “As far as I know, the Summer concerts will go ahead starting May 31, and our band will be back on Aug. 23.”

To quote a key line in one of the songs that Paige perfectly performed, “Mary Jane’s Last Dance,” the crowd dispersed joyously, knowing that The New Old would play again this summer and that their annual Malibu concert series would continue.

With wide grins on their faces, attendees seemed to collectively chant, “Oh My My! Oh, hell yes!”

The Janov brothers finish strongly among seasoned sailors last weekend

Brothers Jordan and Grant Janov are shown in action during the North American Championship Regatta held in Long Beach last weekend. Contributed photos.

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

City of Malibu holds classes on use of fire extinguishers

Are you prepared?

By JUDY ABEL

If you don’t own a fire extinguisher, what are you waiting for? It’s an effective tool to stop a small fire before it grows into a disaster. And if you already own a fire extinguisher, do you know how to use it? Has it expired? Yes, they do stop working after years of sitting untouched — the units can depressurize over time causing inoperability.

The City of Malibu held two classes last week on fire extinguisher training with hands-on practice for those in attendance. Taught by Malibu Fire Liaison Gabriel Etcheverry, the informative classes stressed fire safety awareness too. First, get a fire extinguisher today. They are typically under $100, a small invest -

10 p.m. because “accidents happen late too.”

Consultant Ryder Todd Smith told attendees this project is in the planning phase so bring “big visions.” While Phase 1 is collecting feedback, Phase 2 will be more specific as to what the community wants to see for each property.

“I want a community center for go-carting and fun stuff to do during the week,” Malibu Middle School sixth-grader Atticus Moffat ,12, said. “Maybe indoor tennis courts, pickle ball courts, for kids to hang out.”

His mom, Amanda Blakley, added, “I think it would be really wonderful to have a community sports center with facilities that everyone had access to, but also an arts and cultural center.”

Blakley said she envisions a space for film screenings, art exhibits, and visiting orchestras where architects and developers can help decide which parcel is suited to

ment in saving your home or even lives. If you live in a multi-story home, get one for every floor.

Seconds count when putting out a small fire, and as mentioned earlier, periodically check to determine if your extinguisher is still in working condition. There’s a gauge that should read green meaning the unit is properly charged to expel its contents. The gauge measures the pressure of what’s inside, non-toxic powder chemicals that can douse flames.

If the gauge is in the red the unit is unlikely to work. It may have been used previously or its contents may have settled and clumped together. On your periodic checks, rotate the unit upside down and back to stir up what’s inside to prevent settling.

“If the gauge is in the red, forget about it. It’s done,” Etcheverry stated. And he

environment however that makes the most sense.”

One father addressed the meeting with ideas catering to families such as multiple-use sites including a possible splash pad and archery range. “A spot for everyone in the community to go, bring their kids, and gather,” he said.

An entirely different possibility was suggested by another father who mentioned using the land for affordable housing for “teachers, first responders, and people with essential roles in making the community work.” And another speaker said, “We want it the way it should be in Malibu, not the way it should be anywhere else. We want open space. We want it natural. We want it for the community. We want it built thoughtfully so it fits in with the neighborhood ... bring our town together.”

Tripepi Smith is hosting more meetings and pop-up events in existing spaces “where the community is already out and about. We’ll provide information and encourage people to fill out the

mentioned not to bother trying to get the unit repaired. It’s probably less expensive to buy a new fire extinguisher rather than getting an old one serviced.

“Fire extinguishers are designed for incipient fires,” explained Etcheverry, “fires that have just started.”

These fires are generally in homes or offices. Remain calm. Try to use a lid to contain a kitchen fire. If possible, unplug an appliance causing an electrical fire.

“An extinguisher on the side tells us what types of fires it can fight. When you buy your new ones make sure it is A-, B-, and C-rated,” Etcheverry stated. Class A fires include wood-based, cloth, paper, rubber, and certain plastics. Class B fires are from flammable liquids, gases, greases, and petroleum products. Class C involves energized electrical equipment, conductors, or appliances.

ideas for what they want to see done with the Malibu lands,” Smith said. Meetings are scheduled May 29 at Duke’s Restaurant at 6 p.m. and June 13 at 6 p.m at a location yet to be determined. Pop-up events are scheduled May 23 at noon at the Senior Center and May 26 from 9 to noon at the Farmers Market.

Smith concluded, “Tripepi Smith would not be out here doing this work without full support of the city to make this happen. We really appreciate their dedication and community engagement in this process, wanting to make sure they hear all the voices in the city. It’s a healthy sign of community engagement in this tremendous turnout tonight.”

Still he added, “We need to hear from everybody in the community. Every voice is welcome in Malibu.”

Smith said in the more than 100 California cities he’s worked in, Tuesday night’s turnout was one of the best he’s seen. “It’s a compliment to Malibu,” he said. Find out more at MalibuCom munityLands.org or email Malibu CommunityLands@MalibuCity.org.

If you see a fire and go to grab your extinguisher, ask someone else to call 911. If available, have another person retrieve the next closest fire extinguisher as a backup. Select a safe evacuation path before approaching a fire. Do not allow heat, smoke, or the fire to come between you and the evacuation path. Once you’re ready to pull the trigger and use your fire extinguisher use the P.A.S.S. technique.

P stands for pull. You must pull the safety pin from the attached wire on top of the mechanism. This also breaks the tamper seal.

• A stands for aim. Aim low pointing the nozzle at the base of the fire.

S if for squeeze the trigger and it’s a good idea to squeeze one short blast as a test.

• S stands for sweep. Use a sweeping motion to douse flames.

Remember when you’re ready to use your extinguisher, try to have the wind at your back so its contents don’t blow back onto you. Expellant reaches roughly 8 feet and a canister can empty in about 15 seconds.

Once you’ve expelled the contents always back away from a fire. Don’t turn your back on it in case it flares up. Evacuate immediately and warn others. Close doors if possible on your way out to help contain the fire to the room of origin

Can you recycle your fire extinguisher? No, but it’s imperative you expel its pressurized contents before tossing it in the garbage. It can be messy. Make sure you empty the cannister outdoors. “It could tickle your nose or burn your eyes,” according to Etcheverry. So, you may want to wear googles and gloves. And it doesn’t hurt repeating, it can be messy.

participate during a Fire

Extinguisher Training on Wednesday, May 15. Photos courtesy City of Malibu.

Special to The Malibu Times

Malibu Life

‘The Synanon Fix’: Did the cure become a cult?

Producers Rory Kennedy and Mark Bailey share insights into cautionary story of rehabilitation facility’s demise

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times

In our community, which is famous for its many rehabilitation centers offering addicted people healing therapeutic opportunities, Malibu’s award-winning director and producer, Rory Kennedy, and writer and producer Mark Bailey (who are also husband and wife) have created “The Synanon Fix,” a four-part documentary about the rehabilitation program founded in 1958 as an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous.

Charles Dederich, a former alcoholic, established the facility to help heroin addicts rehabilitate themselves through “self-reliance and making the person responsible for his own actions.”

The documentary series, which is available to stream on Max, delves deep into the rise of the notorious Dederich and his residential rehabilitation program, which began as an effective healing facility, but which, in many people’s opinion, descended into one of the most dangerous and violent cults America has ever seen. The documentary is filmed through the perspectives of some of Synanon’s former members and examines how Synanon evolved from its initial vision of rehabilitating addicts into what many consider to be a cult.

“It’s a fascinating story and it

happened in Malibu’s backyard,” Kennedy said.

Synanon, which morphed into the Church of Synanon, disbanded in 1991, after several of its members were convicted of offenses including financial misdeeds, evidence tampering, and attempted murder.

The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in January and premiered in April on HBO. It was produced by Kennedy and Bailey’s Moxie Films in collaboration with HBO Documentary Films.

“The idea to produce ‘The Synanon Fix’ came from my reading ‘Straight Life,’ a memoir written by Art Pepper, the famous jazz saxophonist, and his wife, Lori Pepper,” Bailey said. “Pepper waged a lifelong battle against

heroin addiction. He finally ended up in Synanon, where he was able to quit, and where he spent the rest of his life.”

Synanon was located right in Santa Monica in the Del Mar building, Bailey noted.

“I remember wondering about Synanon, a place where there were a lot of people walked around with their heads shaved and talked about changing partners,” he said. “Rory and I were fascinated by the period when Synanon began because it was a social experiment in its day and it all but disappeared.

Bailey continued, “Rory and I talked to HBO, who we love working with, and we decided that the Synanon story was relevant to what’s happening on the cultural landscape today, where there are some cult-like personalities and

people longing for community.”

The Malibu Times asked Kennedy why she and Bailey produced a film focusing on the famous drug rehabilitation program.

“Synanon was a fascinating place where so many people ended up and it was the first residential drug treatment program in the U.S. that was helping heroin addicts in 1958.” Kennedy said. “Synanon initially was enormously effective and impactful, and it really saved lives and helped a population that had otherwise been quite ostracized. As you can only imagine, back then, there was a lot of stigma attached to being a heroin addict. Indeed, such stigma continues today.”

After reflecting for a moment, Kennedy noted, “At the time Synanon began, such addicts only had

an option to either go to a mental hospital or to prison — or, they would die! When Synanon opened up on the beaches of Santa Monica, it was very progressive, forward looking and integrative.

“Further, it was quite effective. The center of the program was a game where people would gather, really work through all of their issues, and talk through their emotions. That approach to treatment is now considered to be confrontational therapy, which at the time was quite new. The premise of Synanon was that you could really say anything in what was called ‘the game.’ There were two pillars of Synanon — you couldn’t be violent and there were no drugs and alcohol.”

However, Kennedy noted, “When you cut to 25 years lat -

er, those in Synanon had bought more firearms than anyone in the history of California at the time and the facility had an open bar.”

Reflecting on the ethos and impact of the documentary, Kennedy added, “We told the story through the eyes of those who were on the front lines who lived through Synanon over the decades, and it’s interesting to profile how the people who were inside that institution experienced so many changes over the decades, yet they cannot make sense of the changes that happened while they were in pursuit of what they considered to be a charismatic leader.”

Kennedy views the Synanon experience as “relevant to what is happening today in the political landscape, where many people are really interested in leaders who are charismatic.

“Mark and I note that charisma is great, but we inquire ‘if you are in pursuit of charismatic leaders, to what end? Where is it taking you?’”

One of the lessons of Synanon, Kennedy posits, “is to not pursue leaders who are charismatic merely for the sake of charisma — there has to be something more substantive and meaningful. Maintaining a critical eye and critical point of view is important.”

Kennedy explained, “There is something about our times and what is happening today with people longing for a community, that makes Synanon an interesting and relevant story to tell right now.”

In today’s age, she noted, “there are studies about so many people being lonely, especially due to social media and COVID causing isolation and because of the world

‘Love is through the stomach’: Malibu woman competes on TV

settling in Fall River, Massachusetts. She and her family lived above her family’s Chinese American restaurant.

“I grew up in the restaurant business,” the mother of two Malibu High School graduates said.

TBy JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

he culinary talents of Mae Chandran have launched the Malibu resident from home cook to television personality with her upcoming appearance on the new season of the PBS hit show “The Great American Recipe.” Season 3, debuting June 17, features the very charming 76-year-old as the series’ oldest contestant in a friendly and upbeat competition that celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food so delicious and vibrant. The Malibu Times got the opportunity to chat with this very vibrant personality who wouldn’t reveal the outcome of the show, but did offer some compelling reasons to watch it.

Chandran has called Malibu home for 38 years. She was born in China, moved to Hong Kong as a youngster and then moved to the US at age 8,

“I’ve always had this love for food,” she said, specifically mentioning the regional food from her New England youth, including shellfish, like quahogs. But as a child, Chandran wasn’t allowed in the commercial kitchen. She had to wait until the restaurant closed at 10 p.m. to practice her skills and experiment in the kitchen. She devoured cookbooks and collected recipes, and though longing to study culinary arts, she received degrees from UCLA and an MBA from Loyola. She taught a few cooking classes in Los Angeles while also raising her children. But Chandran said she is basically “self-taught. My love for cooking has never died down.”

Chandran had never even heard of “The Great American Recipe” until a casting agent found her. The other contestants were discovered through their cooking related Instagram accounts. Chandran posts

Malibu resident Mae Chandran (fourth from left) poses with her fellow cast members for Season 3 of the PBS cooking show “The Great American Recipe.” Contributed Photo

Malibu’s award-winning director and producer, Rory Kennedy, and writer and producer Mark Bailey have created “The Synanon Fix,” a four-part documentary about the rehabilitation program founded in 1958 as an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous. Contributed Photos

we live in. Some people aren’t having a sufficient level of connections, intimacies, relationships, and interactions now. When our film examined Synanon, there was something really extraordinary and exceptional about that community where people were living together and had relationships and friendships — there were a lot of things that Synanon did that were fantastic and wonderful. However, there also were great costs as well.

“We told the story through the eyes of people who lived through Synanon over many decades. After making this film, it seems that almost everybody knows somebody who went to Synanon.”

At the center of Synanon’s success and demise was its founder, Dederich, who devolved into a tyrannical, dangerous leader, Kennedy noted.

“In episodes three and four of the series, we deeply explore the fact that Dederich was diagnosed with manic depression and that he had a psychotic

break,” Kennedy said. “We interviewed Chuck Dederich’s daughter, and I asked her what she thought about his reasons for causing the demise of Synanon. She never really confronted him much, but at a particular moment when she was really mad at him, she said to her father, ‘You built up this amazing place and enriched so many lives! What would motivate you to allow it to fail?’”

According to his daughter, Dederich responded, “Well dear, I am an alcoholic.”

“We understand that, at the end of his life, Dederich started drinking again,”

Kennedy added. “He was like a typical alcoholic who destroys a family — he just had a much bigger family to destroy.”

The genesis of Kennedy’s film career

The Malibu Times asked Kennedy why she chose filmmaking as her profession.

“I certainly think I landed on making documentaries in part because of my upbringing in a large Irish Catholic family,”

Kennedy said. “I was the youngest of 11 children who was always surrounded by storytellers and I was naturally inclined toward telling stories.”

on Instagram too but commented, “I’m more than just about food. I’m about gardening, my family. I’m the only one they did not find through Instagram.”

The grandmother of two went through “a very rigorous process” to eventually get cast. Chandran was sent to Nashville last October for nearly a month of shooting the eight-episode series. She worked 12- to 14-hour days and when questioned if she could keep up with that pace Chandran told the producers, “What a silly question. I’m from a restaurant background. We were open seven days a week. I said, ‘yeah, what’s the problem?’ I think they wanted to know because of my age. But I have more energy than others that age.”

On the show, contestants are asked to prepare regional dishes and foods they grew up eating. They

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 24SMCP00221

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: MADISON LAINE ZAGARINO TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner: MADISON LAINE ZAGARINO a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: MADISON LAINE ZAGARINO Proposed Name: MADISON LAINE ZAGARINO-KELMENSON

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be grant-

Kennedy, it seems, is inherently a seanchais — an Irish storyteller.

“I had never considered film or documentary work as a career before the end of my college experience,” she shared. “However, my final thesis paper in college focused on pregnant women and their addictions and the difficulties they faced with getting drug treatment.”

When researching for her first film, “Women of Substance,” which aired on PBS and dealt with those women’s plight, Kennedy discovered that there were many press stories about women addicts who were crack moms having crack babies.

“When I interviewed such women for the film, I discovered that many of them had tried to get treatment, but that most rehabilitation programs wouldn’t accept pregnant women due to legal concerns,” she said. “As a result, many of those women were sentenced to prison after being found guilty of passing drugs on to their fetuses who became crack babies.”

Kennedy concluded that there was a better way to deal with those challenges.

have just one hour to cook and plate the dish. Chandran cooked a dish “very prevalent in California” but she isn’t allowed to reveal it yet.

Unlike other reality TV cooking shows “The Great American Recipe” does not eliminate contestants. When asked what the winner receives, Chandran answered, “Nothing. That’s the beauty of it.” The winner gets bragging rights and according to Chandran, “the privilege of being the winner.” It’s this attitude that makes Chandran so charming. She added, “It’s a very encompassing show, very inclusive.

“It’s a heartwarming show. I think I’m going to be friends with all these people because every one of us is so normal. We’d help each other. I’d hate to be in a show that’s cutthroat, where they eliminate people. This show is about inclusivity.”

All in all, Chandran was responsible for creating nearly 20 dishes. One in particular was a meal her mother

“I thought, ‘why not get the pregnant women treatment?’” she said. “People didn’t understand their stories because they hadn’t heard those stories in mainstream media. Therefore, I produced Women of Substance. I realized that I love the process of making a film and I have been doing it ever since.

served to her she remembered from her childhood.

“This show is about family traditions and shows how America is comprised of all nationalities, all different types of foods,” she said. “We talk about tradition and how one recipe is carried down through the ages and how recipes make us feel.

I think it’ll be an eye-opener for a lot of people because it’s more than just about food.  It’s about how food binds us and how different people have different celebrations. One of the dishes we made was for celebrating, another was a signature dish.”

Chandran’s dishes were described as Cantonese, which the Malibu resident described as “very delicate food.” But once she married a man who favored spicy food, her cooking style changed to “a lot of heat and spice.”

She concluded, “Because of my husband I learned to use curry and spices. Love is through the stomach, right?”

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A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): The Malibu Times Date: APRIL 29, 2024

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 23-03185-SMCA Title No. 2228032945-LL A.P.N. 2013-018-028 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check 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: Arleen R Frischman, a married woman as her sole and separate property Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 05/29/2007 as Instrument No. 20071286657 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: : 06/12/2024 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: $297,465.36 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 7758 Vicky Ave, West Hills, CA 91304 A.P.N.: 2013-018-028 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 866-539-4173 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 23-03185-SM-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 23-03185-SM-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

“A lot of my filmmaking is due to my drive toward telling stories which I think will rise to something more meaningful than just having a plot with a beginning, middle, and end. I strive to produce works that help viewers understand people on a different level and thereby create opportunities for connections.”

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: 05/02/2024 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 866-539-4173; Sales Website: www.ndscorp. com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4816448 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024 MALIBU 102

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 23-02185-USCA Title No. DEF-585454 A.P.N. 4442-001-015/4442002-019 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/18/2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check 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: Caroline Klebl, a single woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 03/24/2020 as Instrument No. 20200341134 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: : 06/13/2024 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles-Norwalk, Vineyard Ballroom, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $188,592.07 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 20360 Paradise Ln, Topanga, CA 90290 A.P.N.: 4442-001015/4442-002-019 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

This is a shot of a scene from “The Synanon Fix,” a documentary series about the one-time rehabilitation program. The series is available on the Max streaming service. Photo from San Francisco Chronicle_Hearst Newspapers via Getty Images

Malibu resident Mae Chandran, featured in the upcoming season of PBS’s “The Great American Recipe,” was born in Guangzhou (Canton) in Southern China. Her signature dish is her Cantonese BBQ Chicken made with chicken thighs, Chinese brown bean sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha sauce. Contributed Photo

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 800-280-2832 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 23-02185-US-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 23-02185-US-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: 05/07/2024 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 800-280-2832; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4816629 05/16/2024, 05/23/2024, 05/30/2024 MALIBU 108

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR

NOTICE OF DIVIDED PUBLICATION

Made pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 3381

Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code (R&TC) Sections 3381 through 3385, the Notice of Power to Sell Tax-Defaulted Property Subject to the Tax Collector’s Power to Sell in and for the County of Los Angeles, State of California, has been divided and distributed to various newspapers of general circulation published in the County. A portion of the list appears in each of such newspapers.

NOTICE OF IMPENDING POWER TO SELL TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY

Made pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 3361

Notice is hereby given that the following parcels listed will become subject to the tax collector’s power to sell on Monday, July 1, 2024, at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time, by operation of law. The real property taxes and assessments on the parcels listed will have been defaulted five or more years, except for:

1. Nonresidential commercial parcels, as defined in R&TC Section 3691, which will have been defaulted for three or more years,

2. Parcels on which a nuisance abatement lien has been recorded, which will have been defaulted for three or more years.

The Tax Collector will record a Notice of Power to Sell unless the property taxes are paid in full or the property owner initiates an installment plan of redemption, as provided by law, prior to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, on Friday, June 28, 2024, when the right to initiate an installment plan terminates. Thereafter, the only option to prevent the sale of the property at public auction is to pay the taxes in full.

The right of redemption survives the property becoming subject to the tax collector’s power to sell, but it terminates at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, on the last business day before the scheduled auction of the property by the Tax Collector.

The Treasurer and Tax Collector’s Office will furnish, upon request, information concerning making a payment in full or initiating an installment plan of redemption. Requests must be made at 225 North Hill Street, First Floor Lobby, Los Angeles, California 90012. For more information, please visit our website at ttc.lacounty.gov or contact us at (213) 974-2111.

The amount to redeem the property, in United States dollars and cents, is set forth in the listing opposite each parcel number. This amount includes all defaulted taxes, penalties, and fees that have accrued from the date of tax-default to the date of Friday, June 28, 2024.

I certify, under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. Dated this 16 day of April 2024.

ELIZABETH BUENROSTRO GINSBERG

INTERIM TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

PARCEL NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION

The Assessor’s Identification Number, when used to describe property in this list, refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, the block on the map, if applicable, and the individual parcel on the map page or in the block. The Assessor’s maps and further explanation of the parcel numbering system are available in the Assessor’s Office, 500 West Temple Street, Room 225, Los Angeles, California 90012.

The real property that is the subject of this notice is situated in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows:

PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED IN YEAR 2021 FOR TAX-

ES, ASSESSMENT, AND OTHER CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021

1579 $547.24

SULIMAN, GEORGE AIN: 4438-024-007

1606 $16,017.30

READ, ROBERT T CO TR READ TRUONG TRUST AIN: 4448-007-075

1607 $8,748.02

PERRY, BRIAN R AIN: 4448-024-020

1618 $10,605.97

LAURENZE, MARCELA C AIN: 4457-011-016

1619 $33,885.25

NAVARRETE, KELLER SITUS:4831 LATIGO CANYON RD MALIBU CA 90265-2809 AIN: 4460-001-015

1620 $31,509.61

NEJAD, PEGAH S SITUS:27314 WINDING WAY MALIBU CA 90265-4478 AIN: 4460-003-010

1621 $15,387.71

HESEKER, OLIVER AND MELANIE AIN: 4461-009-011

1622 $8,140.27

HESEKER, OLIVER AND MELANIE AIN: 4461-009-012

1624 $16,664.12

MALIBU SEA BREEZE LP ET AL TATUM, ZANE AIN: 4461-027-024

1625 $3,562.90

MCGUIRE, JOHN T AIN: 4462-012-014

1626 $2,429.27

MALIBU SEA BREEZE LLP AIN: 4464-010-002

1627 $2,597.16

PERRY, BRIAN AIN: 4464-014-011

1628 $5,273.17

MALIBU GARDENS CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSN INC AIN: 4467-035-066

1631 $242,879.06

BERTINELLI, VALERIE TR CARVIN DECD TRUST C/O C/O CITY NATIONAL BANK AIN: 4470-024-062

1632 $19,104.85

MORO, HECTOR AIN: 4472-026-003

1633 $7,043.06

MURPHY, DAVID K AIN: 4472-031-012

1634 $8,263.11

SCHMIDT, HENRY W JR AIN: 4473-006-019

PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED IN YEAR 2019 FOR TAXES, ASSESSMENT, AND OTHER CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019

1623 $7,714.09

BRENTWOOD LAND LLC AIN: 4461-010-005

1629 $26,435.38

EVERETT, JOSEPH A SITUS:29239 HEATHERCLIFF RD NO 1 MALIBU CA 90265-4175 AIN: 4468-010-048

1630 $21,718.59 TABAN, ASHER AND MANIJ TRS ASHER AND MANIJ

TABAN TRUST SITUS:5396 HORIZON DR MALIBU CA

90265-3738 AIN: 4469-006-015

PROPERTY TAX DEFAULTED IN YEAR 2016 FOR TAXES, ASSESSMENT, AND OTHER CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 1635 $947.98

ANTONUCCI, CHRIS AND ANTONUCCI, JANE D.B.A. C/O OHANA DEVELOPMENT COMSITUS:4750 AVENIDA DEL MAR MALIBU CA 90265-2510 AIN: 4473-010022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1. FOSTER WARRIORS

4774 PARK GRANADA SUITE 8622, CALABASAS, CA 91372, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s):

1. THE MISSION I’M POSSIBLE 4774 PARK GRANADA SUITE 8622, CALABASAS, CA 91372

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization CA

This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/2023

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, THE MISSION I’M POSSIBLE, GREGORY BRAKE, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 4/15/2024.

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: 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13/2024 MALIBU 115

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 24SMCP00245

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles Petition of: EAMON CHRISTOPHER O’BRIEN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: EAMON CHRISTOPHER O’BRIEN a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name:EAMON CHRISTOPHER O’BRIEN Proposed Name: EAMON CHRISTOPHER KENNELLY

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 7/19/2024 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): The Malibu Times

Date: MAY 20, 2024

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13/2024 The Malibu Times MALIBU 117

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The City of Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, June 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to citycouncil@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.

PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR COMMENTS AND CONSIDER RESOLUTION LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT OF WORKS, SYSTEMS AND FACILITIES FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Assessment District No. 98-1 (Big Rock)

Written objections or comments regarding the Assessment Districts may be submitted to the City Clerk by email to cityclerk@malibucity.org between now and Monday, June 10, 2024. If you are unable to submit your objections by email please contact the City Clerk at (310) 456-2489, ext. 228 to make alternative arrangements. All written objections or comments must be received prior to the opening of the public hearing.

A copy of all relevant material, including resolutions, staff reports, and Engineer’s Reports, are on file and available by request. Requests or questions about this notice should be directed to Public Works Director Robert DuBoux at (310) 456-2489 ext. 339 or rduboux@ malibucity.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE THE COUNCIL’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, EITHER AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Robert DuBoux, Public Works Director

Publish Date: May 30 and June 6, 2024

MALIBU 118

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The City of Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, June 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to citycouncil@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.

PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR COMMENTS AND CONSIDER RESOLUTION LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT OF WORKS, SYSTEMS AND FACILITIES FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Assessment District No. 98-2 (Calle Del Barco)

Written objections or comments regarding the Assessment Districts may be submitted to the City Clerk by email to cityclerk@malibucity.org between now and Monday, June 10, 2024. If you are unable to submit your objections by email please contact the City Clerk at (310) 456-2489, ext. 228 to make alternative arrangements. All written objections or comments must be received prior to the opening of the public hearing.

A copy of all relevant material, including resolutions, staff reports, and Engineer’s Reports, are on file and available by request. Requests or questions about this notice should be directed to Public Works Director Robert DuBoux at (310) 456-2489 ext. 339 or rduboux@ malibucity.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE THE COUNCIL’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, EITHER AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Robert DuBoux, Public Works Director

Publish Date: May 30 and June 6, 2024

MALIBU 119

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The City of Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, June 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to citycouncil@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.

PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR COMMENTS AND CONSIDER RESOLUTION LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT OF WORKS, SYSTEMS AND FACILITIES FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Assessment District No. 98-3 (Malibu Road)

Written objections or comments regarding the Assessment Districts may be submitted to the City Clerk by

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email to cityclerk@malibucity.org between now and Monday, June 10, 2024. If you are unable to submit your objections by email please contact the City Clerk at (310) 456-2489, ext. 228 to make alternative arrangements. All written objections or comments must be received prior to the opening of the public hearing.

A copy of all relevant material, including resolutions, staff reports, and Engineer’s Reports, are on file and available by request. Requests or questions about this notice should be directed to Public Works Director Robert DuBoux at (310) 456-2489 ext. 339 or rduboux@malibucity.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE THE COUNCIL’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, EITHER AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Robert DuBoux, Public Works Director

Publish Date: May 30 and June 6, 2024 MALIBU 120

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-23-972697BF Order No.: 230627754-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/28/2014. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, 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. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): COLLIN M. SCHINDLER, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY AND VANESSA GARCIA, HIS NON-VESTED SPOUSE Recorded: 2/24/2014 as Instrument No. 20140187039 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 6/20/2024 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $340,863.98 The purported property address is: 22002 CARBON MESA ROAD, MALIBU, CA 90265 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 4451-009-023 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 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-972697-BF 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 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can 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 916-939-0772 or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-972697-BF to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the

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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 an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318

QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA23-972697-BF IDSPub #0202549 5/30/2024 6/6/2024 6/13/2024 MALIBU 122

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice of intent to ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION

The Los Angeles County Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing to consider the project described below. A presentation and overview of the project will be given, and any interested person or authorized agent may appear and comment on the project at the hearing. The Hearing Officer will then consider to approve or deny the project or continue the hearing if it deems necessary. Should you attend, you will have an opportunity to testify, or you can submit written comments to the planner below or at the public hearing. If the final decision on this proposal is challenged in court, testimony may be limited to issues raised before or at the public hearing

Hearing Date and Time: Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Hearing Location: 320 West Temple St., Rm. 150, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Virtual (Online) at bit.ly/ZOOM-HO By phone at (669) 444-9171 or (719) 359-4580 (ID: 824 5573 9842).

Project No.: 2019-003283

Project Location: 2140 Stunt Road within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area

Applicant: George Ghazarian

CEQA Public Review Period: May 16, 2024 to June 17, 2024

Project Description: Construction of a 2,365-squarefoot, 18-foot-tall single-family residence with a detached 360-square-foot garage

More information: Shawn Skeries 320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. sskeries@planning.lacounty.gov. planning.lacounty.gov Case Material: https://bit.ly/2019-003283

If you need reasonable accommodations or auxiliary aids, contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at (213) 974-6488 (Voice) or (213) 6172292 (TDD) with at least 3 business days’ advanced notice. 5/30/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. FIGURE 8 TEA PROJECT, F8TP, FIGURE EIGHT TEA PROJECT

820 S GRAMERCY PL 2, LOS ANGELES, CA 90005, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. CASSAVA AND TEA LLC

820 S GRAMERCY PL, LOS ANGELES, CA 90005

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

CA This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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, CASSAVA AND TEA LLC, HAN YI, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 4/22/2024. 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: 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/2024 MALIBU 125

2024111384

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. QUEEN CONSTRUCTION 14060 MARQUESAS WAY 2319, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s): 1. QUEEN ROOFING INC

14101 MARQUESAS WAY 4422, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization CA

This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION

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, QUEEN ROOFING INC, SEM MALKA, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/22/2024.

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: 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/2024 MALIBU 126

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, June 24, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference.

Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to citycouncil@ malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/ AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY ORDINANCE UPDATE

Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 16-007 and Zoning Text Amendment No. 16005 – The City Council will consider California Coastal Commission recommended modifications to the City Council approved Ordinance No. 484 for a comprehensive regulatory system for the placement of wireless communications facilities, including procedures, permitting, and penalties by amending Malibu Municipal Code Title 17, including, but not limited to, Chapter 17.46, and amending Local Coastal Program (LCP) Local Implementation Plan (LIP) Sections 2.2 and 3.16, Chapter 13 and Appendix 1 (Table B, Permitted Uses)

Applicant: City of Malibu

Location: Citywide Case Planner Richard Mollica, Planning Director rmollica@malibucity.org (310) 456-2489, ext. 346

In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Section 21080.9, CEQA does not apply to activities and approvals by the City as necessary for the preparation and adoption of an LCP amendment (LCPA). This application is for modifications to an LCP amendment which was approved with modifications by the California Coastal Commission. LIP Section 1.3.1 states that the provisions of the LCP take precedence over any conflict between the LCP and the City’s Zoning Ordinance. In order to prevent an inconsistency between the LCP and the City’s Zoning Ordinance, if the LCPA is approved, the City must also approve the corollary amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. This amendment is necessary for the preparation and adoption of the LCPA and because they are entirely dependent on, related to, and duplicative of, the exempt activity, they are subject to the same CEQA exemption.

The LCPA and Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) are not a project within the meaning of CEQA Guidelines Section 15378, because they have no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. The ZTA and LCPA do not authorize any specific development or installation on any specific piece of property within the City’s boundaries. Moreover, when and if an application for installation is submitted, the City will at that time conduct preliminary review of the application in accordance with CEQA. Alternatively, even if the ZTA and LCPA were a “project” within the meaning of State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378, they are exempt from CEQA. CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility is not subject to CEQA. Moreover, in the event that the ZTA and LCPA are interpreted so as to permit installation of wireless communications facilities on a particular site, the installation would be exempt from CEQA review in accordance with either State CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 (replacement or reconstruction), State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (new construction or conversion of small structures), and/or State CEQA Guidelines Section 15304 (minor alterations to land).

A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the project. All persons wishing to address the Council regarding these matters will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Council’s procedures.

Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person by appointment at City Hall during regular business hours and on the City’s website at https://www.malibucity.org/WCF. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on, or before, the date of the meeting.

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: May 30, 2024

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Sharks boys volleyball’s season ends in CIF semifinals

MHS’s loss to Samueli Academy came after team’s ‘best win of the season’ over Don Lugo in quarterfinals

By McKENZIE

The Malibu High boys volleyball team was on fire throughout their home matchup against the Don Lugo Conquistadors on May 2.

Sharks freshman outside hitter Timur Podgore rocketed the volleyball over the net on a serve during the first set for an ace that gave Malibu a five-point advantage.

Later in the set, Podgore rose above the net and smacked the ball so hard that the block attempt by two jumping Conquistadors only sent the ball into the net, giving Podgore a kill and the Sharks the first-set victory.

Early in the second set, sophomore outside hitter Keegan Cross sent the ball flying past a group of Don Lugo players for an ace.

The rest of the set and match was more of the same. Kills by Cross and Podgore, a block by freshman outside hitter Martin Kurial, a

dig by sophomore Alex Galan, who plays multiple positions, and more in what ended up as a four-set win for the Sharks.

Malibu head coach Derek Saenz said the 3-1 win in quarterfinals of the CIF Southern Section Boys Volleyball Division VI Championship was the team’s best win of the 2024 campaign.

“They were the most physical team we had seen all year,” said Saenz of Don Lugo.

“Beating them was a big confidence boost-

er for us. It was a very tactical game for us. If we didn’t serve the right target, they were going to run an offense on us that we would have had a tough time with. It was the most disciplined we have been on the court. It was good environment.”

The Sharks were beaten 3-0 in the semifinals on May 4 by Samueli Academy. The Firewolves defeated Riverside Poly the next game to win the Division VI title on May 10. Saenz said Samueli Academy is a talented

team, but the game wasn’t out of reach for the Sharks, a team that only had two upperclassmen: senior setter Alex Jimenez and junior libero Nick Shafi.

“There was a bunch of itty-bitty bad moments by everyone he said,” he said. “It’s never good to end your season on a loss. We are just super young. The other team was good and forced us into pressure situations where we played like a young team.” Malibu’s playoff run began with a 3-2 win

over Cate on April 27. Three days later, they defeated Eastside by the same score in the second round. Then, came the triumph over Don Lugo.

Saenz said Malibu struggled with how to be a mature team throughout the regular season, but then found their stride once the playoffs began.

“I was pleasantly surprised with how we snapped into focus and had some pretty good training,” he said.

The Sharks finished the season with a 2313 overall record including a 10-0 record and first-place finish in the Citrus Coast League. The Sharks were a top seed in the playoffs. Most of the players will take to the court with the Malibu Volleyball Club, which Saenz leads. The coach is excited to coach the players on the club team and the 2025 high school season.

“They are super athletic and have lots of talent,” Saenz said. “They can pass, play defense, and serve. Everyone on the court and bench can contribute. We have a lot of depth.”

Saenz is confident Malibu can make a successful postseason run next season.

“Just remember we are going to be back,” he said he told his team. “The hardest part about losing matches is thinking about all the things you could have done better throughout the entire year.”

Sharks track and field athletes runs to league title, CIF placements

The Malibu girls 4x400 relay championship run was one of several highlights of team’s season

By McKENZIE

The Malibu High track and field team’s Han-

nah Kaloper was off to the races as soon as the starting gun went off in the 4x400 meter relay race in the Citrus Coast League Championships at Carpinteria High School on April 25.

Kaloper, a senior and the first leg of a fleet-footed Sharks foursome, sprinted faster than ever.

“I started off strong,” she remembered. “I surprised myself. I ran my fastest split of the season. It was the best I ever felt running a 400.”

She handed the baton to Joy Kim, another dashing senior, who maintained the lead in the race that Kaloper had gained. Kim then handed the baton to junior Malia Mosshart, who sprinted ahead to a waiting London Gould. Gould, a freshman, left the competition in her dust as she crossed the finish and the Sharks’ girls 4x400 squad claimed the league championship in the race.

The quartet’s time in the race was 4 minutes and 21.05 seconds, a personal record, which was 2.44 seconds ahead of second-place Carpinteria. Santa Paula finished third in the event, and Nordhoff finished fourth. Fillmore placed fifth.

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Malibu head coach Mike Halualani said the foursome’s title run was unexpected.

“We thought they would finish in the top four,” he said. “To go out and beat some really good teams — they ran fantastic. It is a testament to Hannah and Joy, the two seniors, and Malia, who is fantastic. London is a really nice athlete. She has a really high ceiling.”

The Malibu girls 4x400 team’s championship run was one of several highlights of the Sharks track team’s season.

Sophomore Stevie Clarke won the boys frosh/ soph 110m hurdles Citrus Coast League title in 19.23, and freshman Bridget Shanahan won the girls junior varsity 300m hurdles in 58.29 and the girls junior varsity 100m hurdles in 20.28. Sophomore Zoe Rhetts finished first in the girls junior varsity high jump with a leap of 4’2.

Junior Samantha Skuro’s leap of 8-01.00 placed her ninth in the CIF Southern Section Division IV finals on May 11 in Moorpark. Skuro’s classmate, Ranger Murphree, finished fourth in the boys 800 at the finals. His time was 1:59.69.

Ranger improved throughout the season, said Halualani.

“He is hyper athletic and will be a force to be reckoned with next year,” Halualani explained.

Ranger’s brother, Wiley, also a junior, placed seventh in the discuss throw at the Division IV finals.

He had a toss of 128’8.

Halualani said the track and field team had a really good season. The coach noted that the girls 4x400

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team’s championship victory, came at the end of an unorthodox track and field season for the group that featured Mosshart and Gould dealing with shin splits.

“They strung it all together for league championships,” he said. “They really ran well. It wasn’t even a close race.”

Kaloper said she and her running mates entered the race with fresh legs and motivation.

“The adrenaline of league finals can really get you to perform at your best,” she noted. “I didn’t know we were going to win until the fourth leg. I knew then that no one was going to catch up. It was exciting.”

The championship win, Kim said, was amazing.

“It was exciting,” she said. “Especially since we hadn’t performed that well all season. I knew we had the talent and ability to perform well.”

Mosshart, a first-year track athlete, said she, Kaloper, Kim, and Gould worked hard to win the league championship.

“A lot went into training,” said Mosshart. “It was so much fun. It was so fulfilling and so rewarding.”

Kim ran the second leg of the 4x400 each of her three seasons on the team. She noted how fast Ka

loper started the Citrus Coast League title race.

“She came in super hot,” Kim recalled. “It felt like my best 400 of the entire season. I just took off.”

Mosshart said hearing her teammates cheer for her empowered her during the race.

“It gives you the last bit of energy you need to not let your legs collapse,” Mosshart explained. “You are

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almost running for your life.”

After Gould crossed the finish line, the four girls jumped up and down together and hugged. Mosshart, who also plays soccer, noted that the winning a league title has her looking forward to her senior track season.

“Winning is the best part,” she said.

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JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Malibu High boys volleyball player Sebastian Longo (left) is introduced before a game earlier this year. Malibu head coach Derek Saenz (right), seen here during a game earlier this year, said the 3-1 win in quarterfinals of the CIF Southern Section Boys Volleyball Division VI Championship was the team’s best win of

The Malibu High 4x400 meter relay team — (from left) senior Hannah Kaloper, senior Joy Kim, junior Malia Mosshart, and freshman London Gould — pose in front of the leaderboard after winning the Citrus Coast League championship in that event. Photo Courtesy of Hannah Kaloper