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Malibu honors community champions with 2025 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Awards
Suzanne Guldimann, Andy Lyon, and Nick Shergott recognized for outstanding contributions to parks, recreation, and youth programs, celebrating volunteerism and civic spirit in memory of Deputy Jake Kuredjian
By HAYLEY MATTSON PUBLISHER, EDITOR IN CHIEF
On Sept. 8, the Malibu City Council meeting was filled with pride and gratitude as the Parks and Recreation Commission presented the 2025 Jake Kuredjian Citi -
zenship Awards to three exceptional Malibu residents: Suzanne Guldimann, Andy Lyon, and Nick Shergott. The annual award, named in memory of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian, honors individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and resources to enhancing the
SCE granted rate increase as Malibu schools face disruptions due to multiple outages
Generators to be installed by month’s end
Ironically, on the same day western Malibu faced another disruptive power outage, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted Southern California Edison a rate increase of 10% starting Oct. 1. On average, your electricity bill will rise by $17 a month or roughly $200 a year. This news comes as a blow to Malibu residents and three public schools that have been dealing with frequent unannounced power
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By HAYLEY MATTSON
PUBLISHER, EDITOR IN CHIEF
outages, and so far, no definitive explanation as to why they are occurring.
Western Malibu recently faced three outages occurring on Aug. 18 and 19, again on Sept. 2, and again on Sept. 18, the very day CPUC approved the rate hike. Thursday’s unannounced loss of power caused a late start at Malibu High School and Malibu Middle School. The Santa Monica Malibu School District was able to send notices at 7:15 a.m. to families who were able to receive them. School eventually started at 10:00 a.m. It was another story at Malibu Elementary that last year
quality of life in Malibu through parks and recreation initiatives. Judy Villablanca, chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission, led the heartfelt ceremony, celebrating the recipients’ contributions to the community.
The Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award
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The Malibu construction permit process has “been complicated by design to slow development,” according to Abe Roy, the City Council’s liaison for those trying to rebuild in Malibu. However, speaking to the City Council on Aug. 25, Roy reiterated his central thesis: “We need to ‘uncomplicate’ it for fire rebuilds.”
We need to do so now, he emphasizes as he supports many residents who are struggling to go through the rebuild permitting process.
Residents rally against non-compliant antenna tower at SMC Campus
By HAYLEY MATTSON PUBLISHER, EDITOR IN CHIEF
The contentious issue of the communications tower at Santa Monica College’s (SMC) Malibu Campus, located at 23555 Civic Center Way, is expected to be discussed at the Malibu City Council’s next meeting on Sept. 29. The towering structure, often referred to as the “county antenna pole,” has sparked ongoing debates since its construction in 2022, with residents decrying its non-compliance with city zoning codes, its visual impact, and potential health risks. As the city wrestles with retroactively bringing the tower into compliance, Malibu residents are mobilizing to demand transparency, accountability, and action from their elected officials.
The state of play — crunching the numbers Malibu lost a total of 720 structures in the Palisades Fire, including 322 coastal homes, Roy notes. Yolanda Bundy, Malibu’s director of community planning, shared details with The Malibu Times regarding the state of play concerning the processing of rebuild permit applications. Bundy stated that there are 128 pending permit applications, with 60 approved as to the plan review part of the approval process. After plan review, applicants must go through building and safety reviews. “We have granted two construction permits — one for a beachfront property and another for a home on Big Rock,” she said. “We are working on a third permit in the Big Rock area and are waiting for
Over the past few weeks, Malibu residents have seen a noticeable increase in transient individuals traveling along Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), congregating in the Ralphs shopping center, and gathering near Webb Way and Civic Center Drive. The increased presence has sparked concern among locals, particularly regarding safety on the busy PCH corridor. In an interview, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Sgt. Chris Soderlund attributed the recent surge in transient activity to the resumption of public bus services along PCH. “The buses have resumed stopping at
The communications tower, erected as part of the SMC Malibu Campus development alongside the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Substation, was intended to bolster public safety communications. However, its construction on county-owned land within Malibu’s city limits has created a jurisdictional problem. The tower, which supports critical radio communications for the Sheriff’s Substation, was built without proper city permits, violating Malibu’s
stringent zoning and aesthetic regulations. Standing between 86 and 91 feet tall — exceeding its approved height of 75 feet — the structure has been labeled an “eyesore” by residents, visible from Legacy Park and Pacific Coast Highway against the scenic backdrop of the Santa Monica Mountains.
Residents have voiced strong opposition, arguing that the red-andwhite, unlandscaped tower not only disrupts Malibu’s natural beauty but may also pose potential health risks due to electromagnetic field (EMF) emissions. Critics, including the Malibu Township Council (MTC), assert that the tower’s emissions could reach levels 5,000% above
what is considered safe, particularly concerning given its proximity to classrooms at the SMC campus, where classes began in January 2023. Furthermore, the tower’s additional function as a microwave relay to the South Bay — a use not disclosed in earlier reviews — has fueled accusations of inadequate transparency during the project’s approval process.
At a June 2024 Malibu Planning Commission hearing, residents and officials voiced their frustrations.
Former Planning Commissioner Kraig Hill questioned whether the tower could be made less invasive while maintaining its safety functions, asking, “Can we keep it just as safe
MALIBU’S AWARD WINNING NEWSPAPER SINCE 1946
Malibu teen Bodie Addison
By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times
(From left) Jake Lingo and Judy Villablanca of the Malibu Parks and Recreation Commission are shown with Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award honorees Nick Shergott, Suzanne Guldimann, Andy Lyon, and son. Photo courtesy of the city of Malibu
Communications tower at Santa Monica College’s Malibu Campus (23555 Civic Center Way) will be back on the Malibu City Council agenda Sept. 29.. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT
Col. Brian Sawser (right), commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Emergency Field Office in Pacific Palisades, speaks with Yolanda Bundy (left), Malibu’s environmental sustainability director, along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, on Feb. 28. Photo by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Travis England
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
Letters to the Editor In Case
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The top stories from last week you can read at MalibuTimes.com
Pepperdine honors heroes at 17th annual Waves of Flags Remembrance
Nearly 3,000 flags and heartfelt speeches, including a keynote from Dennis Quaid, commemorate 9/11 heroes
Zuma Beach Triathlon
unites community Athletes, families, and celebrities united at Zuma Beach to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and Boys & Girls Club of Malibu
Duke’s Restaurant to host community party
Fire-impacted residents are invited to socialize, eat, reminisce, after January’s destructive blazes
FireAid audits find funds shipshape
Aid distributed to nonprofits reaches affected communities
The Inn of the Seventh Ray marks a half-century in Topanga
From pioneering organic eatery to beloved sanctuary, the Inn has endured fires, rockslides, and decades
Waves water polo squad eyes late-season surge Pepperdine men’s water polo notched a suddendeath victory and dominant win but fell to topranked UCLA
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Letter to the Santa MonicaMalibu School District
Dear Editor, This is my letter to the school district. Everyone who feels the same way, please email your letters to schooldistrictseparation@malibucity.org:
Dear Honorables. I am speaking to you tonight as a Malibu parent, not as a councilmember. My patience has run out. I just listened to an hour and 13 minutes of all the fabulous work you did this summer on other Santa Monica schools. Bravo, but an entire summer has passed and our Malibu schools are still without reliable electricity. These are basic safety needs in 2025. This is negligent and dangerous. This is why Malibu is angry. Santa Monica has a completely different landscape. You are so far removed from what it is like to live in a high fire severity zone that burns year after year. We live with PCH gridlocked, our kids cut off from the rest of the city, and a mountainside environment that can be savaged by mudslides after a rain. You cannot relate to that reality. And because you cannot relate, you are not protecting our children; you are endangering them. Malibu faces Public Safety Power Shutoffs weekly for multiple years. This is not new to us. Yet we look to you to protect our children, and our children are the ones paying the price. Families are leaving for schools over the hill because they want stability and excellence. We are watching our
Imagine your morning run or walk could give a local student the confidence they need in class and also support your neighbors as they rebuild their lives after a devastating fire.
On Oct. 25 and 26, Malibu Moves 2025 offers exactly that chance. This year’s event is more than a race – it’s a movement to help our community heal and thrive.
We’re thrilled to be part of this effort, with a portion of the event’s proceeds and all team-specific fundraising going directly to the Emily Shane Foundation’s crucial educational programs. Together, we’re creating a stronger, more resilient Malibu — one step at a time.
A community united: education, rebuilding, and hope Malibu Moves 2025 is a powerful alliance dedicated to comprehensive community support. This year’s event benefits three crucial causes: Fire relief and rebuilding efforts: A significant portion of all event proceeds will be directed toward local fire relief and rebuilding initiatives. Your participation directly helps displaced families and supports the long-term recovery of our community.
• The Malibu Education Foundation: Dedicated to strengthening our local schools and enhancing the educational experience for all students in Malibu.
The Emily Shane Foundation: A Malibu-based charity that served over 1,100 underserved
community be dismantled in real time. The district is to blame. You get our money regardless of how many children attend our schools. There is no incentive for you to do better.
And as more Malibu kids leave, it does not even matter to you because Santa Monica is a basic aid district. There is no financial incentive for you to do better. But for us, it is devastating. Every family that leaves weakens our schools and our community.
That is not equity. We contribute to this district, and we expect fair treatment in return. Year after year you fail us. Our students deserve to be safe in their schools.
Tonight, I am asking you to do more than listen, make excuses, and apologize. Give us a clear timeline not excuses, and a concrete plan to fix the power issue at our schools before the next fire season, before next week. And then you add insult to injury: a substandard 40-meter pool while Santa Monica boasts multiple 50-meter pools. Give us a fair, transparent plan for a real 50-meter pool that matches the facilities in neighboring communities like yours. That is what equity looks like.
Haylynn Conrad, Malibu
The Day Of The Dog Festival
Dear Editor,
The largest pet festival in North America returns to Santa Monica on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 12 to 5 p.m. The Day Of The Dog Festival celebrates the extraordi-
middle school students across Los Angeles County through its proven SEA (Successful Educational Achievement) program. It pairs struggling students with trained college mentors/tutors for one-on-one tutoring and life guidance. In return, each child completes a good deed, embracing the foundation’s “Pass It Forward” motto, learning to be a responsible, caring member of the community.
Driving Change: A new approach to safety
The Emily Shane Foundation has also launched Driving Change, an exciting new division focused on traffic safety education. This groundbreaking initiative uses modern, immersive tools to teach children how to navigate our streets safely. It’s a proactive approach to prevention, empowering a new generation to protect themselves and others.
How you can be part of the movement
Joining Team ESF for Malibu Moves is a direct way to support these vital educational and safety missions.
Run with Purpose: Every registration in support of our foundation helps fund the mentoring and tutoring programs and the new Driving Change safety initiatives, in addition to supporting fire relief efforts.
• Fundraise for Impact: Commit to the charity entry option, raising $500, and your registration fee is covered. This amount provides six months of comprehensive support for one struggling student and earns you VIP race weekend perks. Spread the Word: Share the Team ESF mission and the broader Malibu Moves cause with everyone you know.
• Get a Discount: Use code ESF20 for 20% off your registration.
TFrom the publisher HAYLEY MATTSON
“We have the power to make this the best generation of mankind in the history of the world or make it the last.”
he past few weeks have been a time of reflection—on our nation, yes, but more importantly, on our community here at home. We are reminded daily of both the fragility and the strength of humanity. President Robert F. Kennedy once said, “We have the power to make this the best generation of mankind in the history of the world or make it the last.” He spoke these words on April 5, 1968, the day after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. At the time, the nation stood at a crossroads of grief, division, and hope. Today, his words ring as true as ever.
Kennedy’s message underscores the profound responsibility we hold. Our choices—collectively and individually—will determine whether we move toward healing and progress, or toward further fragmentation. What we can do, right now, is simple but powerful: choose connection. Supporting one another means more than posting online or offering sympathy from afar. It means showing up for each other, face-to-face, in conversation and in kindness, even when it’s uncomfortable, even when we don’t agree. Be -
nary bond between humans and canines. This not-to-be-missed event is an opportunity for dog lovers and pet enthusiasts to connect with like-minded individuals, meet local and national pet-related companies, and discover the latest and greatest products from over 100 leading pet exhibitors. Have a little fun while you shop with the amazing lineup of events throughout the day, featuring everything from doggie wear
A Weekend of Hope and Resilience
Picture yourself running along the breathtaking Malibu coast, knowing that your every step helps a student find a path to a brighter future while also aiding your neighbors in a time of great need. This event is the perfect combination of personal wellness, community connection, and profound impact.
The partnership between Malibu Moves and The Emily Shane Foundation proves that fitness and philanthropy create a powerful synergy. Together, we are not just building stronger bodies; we are building stronger minds, safer streets, and a more resilient community.
In addition to supporting ESF through this event, we’ll have an accompanying “Malibu Moves”
— President Robert F. Kennedy
cause no matter our differences, the humanity we share is greater than what separates us.
Locally, this truth is visible every day. Half our community is still reeling from unimaginable loss. Driving down Pacific Coast Highway, what was once a symbol of freedom and beauty has become a construction zone. The sight of concrete pilings resting in the sand is a harsh reminder of what many cannot even fathom—homes, memories, and livelihoods swept away. Yet, in that same space, there is resilience. Neighbors helping neighbors, strangers extending hands, people gathering to rebuild piece by piece.
As we move forward, let us carry Kennedy’s words in our hearts. We are, again, at a critical juncture—one that calls us to choose compassion, unity, and action. We cannot control every hardship, but we can control how we respond. By showing up, supporting one another, and holding fast to hope, we can ensure that this generation is remembered not for its divisions, but for its humanity.
to treats, photo booths, and pet adoptions. Highlights include a 100-foot Pool Party with live DJs, Dog Races of all shapes and sizes, Dog Surfing in the “Ride the Wave” machine, a Foam Party for Pups, Snow Party, Brunch for dogs, Puppuccino Bar, Best in Show, Snaggletooth Showcase, 360-degree photo booth, swag bags and “Size Does Matter” parade of weiner dogs, Ball Pit Heaven and
so much more for you and your four-legged friends! The best part is, this event is free to attend! Day of the Dog Festival will take place on Main Street in Santa Monica(between Ocean Park & Strand – streets will be closed). For more info, visit thedayofthedog.com and follow on social media at @thedayofthedog.
Day Of The Dog Festival Team, Santa Monica
online silent auction. We’ll present an array of items from dining certificates, hotel and resort stays (Maui, etc.), experiences (visit Anacapa Island), and so much more! The link will be accessible from the foundation’s website starting Monday, Oct. 20. The auction will end the day following Malibu Moves, Monday, Oct. 27, at noon PST. Ready to make a difference? Register today at malibumoves. com, select The Emily Shane Foundation as your charity, and use code ESF20. Because what could be better than knowing your weekend of fun directly contributes to a stronger, more vibrant Malibu? To participate as a supporter of The Emily Shane Foundation, please follow the steps on our foundation’s Linktree (accessible from the pop-up
currently fronting our website’s home page, emilyshane.org ) to ensure your entry is linked to our foundation. If you can’t participate and want to help the foundation succeed in its mission, please donate directly on the website. malibumoves.com
We’re deeply grateful to Erica Segel, the visionary founder of Malibu Moves, whose generous spirit and commitment to community impact made it possible for The Emily Shane Foundation to be part of this transformative event. To learn more about the Emily Shane Foundation’s work, and/ or to join us the weekend of Oct. 25-26, please visit emilyshane.org Walk, stroll, run….choose a onemile, 5K, 10K, or half-marathon. Or simply show up to share community spirit!
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“I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong.” — Abraham Lincoln
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Santa Monica Mountains
Conservancy awards
$3.2 million for wildfire prevention amid controversy over past fires
The Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy has allocated $3.2 million in Proposition 4 bond funds to the Los Angeles County and Ventura County fire departments to bolster wildfire prevention efforts in the Santa Monica Mountains. The funds, announced on Sept. 15 by the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA), will support strategic fuel reduction projects across 674.6 acres in high-risk areas, including Topanga, Malibu, and Calabasas, to mitigate the spread of wind-driven wildfires and enhance community defensible space.
The initiative, part of the Statewide Fuels Reduction Environmental Protection Plan, comes in response to increasingly severe fire seasons in Southern California, driven by intense weather patterns like the Santa Ana and sundowner winds. The devastating Palisades, Eaton, and Kenneth wildfires in January 2025 underscored the urgent need for proactive measures to protect vulnerable communities and ecosystems. The Conservancy, which has preserved over 75,000 acres of local open space, received $31 million from Proposition 4 — approved by voters in November 2024 — for watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development. The $3.2 million grants are the first of several planned investments to reduce wildfire risk, strengthen resilience, and combat climate change impacts.
On Monday, Los Angeles County Fire hand crews began clearing vegetation along Santa Maria Road and Mulholland Drive in Topanga, with plans to extend efforts to Summit to Summit Motorway. Starting next Wednesday, 500 goats will graze at Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve for three weeks to clear flammable brush before moving to other treatment sites. The environmental consulting firm Dudek completed bio-
logical surveys and flagging for sensitive species last week, with Native American Tribal monitoring and an on-site professional forester ensuring compliance and oversight.
The funding stems from an early action measure (AB-100), authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in April 2025, allowing the Conservancy to expedite wildfire prevention projects. However, the initiative has sparked mixed reactions, particularly among Malibu residents, especially those in the Big Rock area, who remain frustrated following the January 2025 Palisades Fire. A class action lawsuit filed in July 2025 accuses multiple government entities, including the MRCA and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), of negligence and mismanagement that allegedly worsened the fire. Plaintiffs claim the MRCA failed to implement adequate vegetation management, such as fire breaks or brush clearing, and point to an earlier fire — reportedly not fully extinguished — as a potential cause of the blaze that ravaged Pacific Palisades and eastern Malibu.
“The MRCA refused to clear brush or create fire breaks, leaving us vulnerable,” said Big Rock resident Sarah Thompson, whose home was damaged in the fire.
“We’re grateful for these new efforts, but it feels like too little, too late after years of neglect.”
The ongoing investigation into the Palisades Fire has intensified scrutiny of the MRCA’s past practices, with residents demanding greater accountability and transparency.
Despite the controversy, fire officials and the MRCA emphasize that the new funding will enable critical steps to protect communities. “These projects are a proactive response to the growing threat of wildfires,” said Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone. “By reducing fuels and creating defensible spaces, we’re working to safeguard lives and property.”
The MRCA and its partners aim to expand these efforts in the coming months, with additional grants planned to address wildfire resilience and climate challenges across the Santa Monica Mountains and Rim of the Valley Corridor Zone. As the region braces for another fire season, the success of these initiatives may hinge on rebuilding trust with communities still reeling from past losses.
For more information on Proposition 4 funding or wildfire prevention programs, visit the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy website or contact the MRCA.
Pepperdine Caruso Law School earns distinction
Pepperdine Caruso School of Law has earned a distinction as one of the top law schools in the country for human rights law. The Malibu law school received an A grade from preLaw magazine’s just-published Human Rights Law Honor Roll, recognized for the strength and depth of its human rights offerings. The honor highlights Pepperdine’s commitment to training future
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lawyers to defend civil liberties and protect vulnerable populations worldwide. Students can engage in meaningful, hands-on work through clinics and externships focused on immigration, anti-trafficking, and international justice, gaining practical skills while advocating for those in need. The school’s global programs and partnerships, including opportunities with the Sudreau Global Justice Institute, provide avenues for addressing abuses, advancing policy reforms, and promoting the rule of law across borders. The magazine cites the school’s offering of a rich combination of coursework, experiential learning, international engagement, and writes Pepperdine equips graduates to hold governments and institutions accountable to champion human rights both domestically and abroad — making it a leading destination for aspiring human rights advocates.
UCLA was the only other Southern California law school to receive a distinction. Berkeley and Stanford law schools round out the four schools chosen in California. Pepperdine University President Jim Gash is a former Caruso Law School dean.
Star of 1960s surf culture movie dies
Claudia Cardinale, the Italian actress who made waves in the early 60s with performances in film classics, “8 1/2” and “The Pink Panther,” has died at her home near Paris, France. She was 87. The alluring star of Italian cinema, who was also known as “Italy’s girlfriend,” spent time in Malibu in 1967 filming the surf culture movie “Don’t Make Waves,” co-starring with Tony Curtis.
The satirical American comedy was shot in Malibu and featured actress Sharon Tate, whose character’s name in the film was called Malibu. The movie was also notable for a tragedy that occurred during filming over the Pacific Ocean. A 33-yearold cameraman, Bob Buquor, a free-fall commercial photogra pher, drowned in the ocean off Malibu during the filming of skydiving stunt footage for the movie.
Johnny Carson’s former home for sale
Johnny Carson’s former oceanview Malibu home is up for sale. The 10,000-square-foot triangu lar-shaped home, designed by ar chitect Ed Niles, overlooks Little Dume Beach from its perch on the bluffs of Point Dume. The home last sold in 2019 to an heir ess of the Hard Rock Cafe for tune and an early investor in the e-cigarette maker Juul for $40 million. The couple remodeled and updated the residence from a two-bedroom to a six-bedroom. The asking price has also grown to $110 million, making it one of the most expensive homes for sale in Malibu. The estate, on a whopping 4.1-acre lot includes a tennis pavilion and a two-bedroom guesthouse. Carson owned the estate for two decades. The famous talk show host died in 2005. He hosted “The Tonight Show” for 30 years. Chris Cortazzo of Compass has the listing.
Larry Ellison surpasses Elon Musk as world’s
richest man, with strong ties to Malibu
Oracle co-founder, chairman, and Chief Technology Officer
Larry Ellison has officially overtaken Elon Musk as the world’s richest man. A Sept. 10 stock surge sent Oracle shares soaring on the back of strong AI-cloud business results, pushing Ellison’s net worth to an estimated $393 billion, according to Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Ellison, long known for his tech empire, also has deep ties
to Malibu. He owns the Malibu Racquet Club and is one of the largest private property owners along Carbon Beach, often dubbed “Billionaires Beach.”
Real estate experts credit his aggressive acquisitions — at least a dozen oceanfront homes purchased since 2004 — with helping to drive up property values in the exclusive enclave. Among his most notable holdings are parcels leased by celebrity hotspots Nobu Malibu and Soho House, both fixtures of Malibu’s social scene.
Carbon Beach is considered a crown jewel of Southern Cal-
ifornia’s coastline, and Ellison’s portfolio there has cemented his influence well beyond Silicon Valley.
His family also continues to shape the entertainment landscape. Ellison’s son, David Ellison, founder and CEO of Skydance Media, assumed leadership this August as chairman and CEO of Paramount Skydance Corporation, the media giant that now includes Paramount Pictures, CBS, and an expansive roster of entertainment assets.
OBITUARIES
Teresa Clare Campeau, of Malibu, passed away in her sleep on August 28, 2025. She was 92.
Born on April 29, 1933, in Hartford, Connecticut, to Rose and Donato Russo, Teresa attended Western Reserve University, where she would meet Joseph Campeau, who attended Case Institute of Technology. Teresa then moved to Southern California, serving as a homemaker, and later completed her education at UCLA, before her decades-long
career as a schoolteacher. A longtime resident of Malibu, Teresa was an avid reader, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and was a longtime mentor of her local Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) chapter. Teresa was preceded in death by her daughter, Alison Passell, and is survived by her sons, Keith and Mark, and grandchildren Anaamika and Sean. A memorial was held on Monday, September 8, at the Holy Cross Cemetery & Mortuary in Culver
Linda S. Garrison 1947 - 2025
With profound sadness and immense love, we announce the passing of Linda Garrison, a cherished daughter and sister, devoted wife and mother, compassionate pediatric intensive care nurse, and volunteer. She passed away peacefully at home with her family on September 6, 2025, leaving a legacy of love that will forever be cherished by her family and community. She was 78.
Linda was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on April 8, 1947, to Doran and Geraldine Johnson. Linda’s father, Doran, was a navigator for Pan American Airways. Linda also had four loving brothers: Terry, Scott, Bruce, and Eric Johnson. Linda spent her early years in Rio and Palo Alto, California, before moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1949, which she would always consider her home. She attended Will Rogers High School, where she was a cheerleader, sang in the high school choir, and played violin in the band. She attended Oklahoma State University, where she received her Associate Degree and met her future husband, Michael Garrison. They were married June 1, 1969, at John Knox Presbyterian Church in Tulsa.
With loving parents who were very dedicated volunteers and four brothers, Linda’s interest in family, community service, and medicine started early. For years, she accompanied her mother, who was a dedicated volunteer at Children’s Day Nursery in Tulsa. Also, she had polio as a child and often talked about her
experience walking in the basement halls of Hillcrest Hospital, where she saw children in iron lungs lining both sides. Throughout her life, she would seek out ways to help other people, especially children.
As a result of her husband’s employment, the family moved fairly often beginning in Tulsa in 1969, first to Malibu, California, then Lexington, Kentucky, back to Malibu, then returned to Oklahoma in 2000 to their cattle ranch in Okfuskee County, and finally to a horse property in Tulsa County in 2017, where she was an active member of Faith Church Glenpool. In each location, Linda worked in positions ranging from executive and legal secretary, to real estate agent in Malibu, while being a caring wife and nurturing mother to her sons Brian Scott Garrison and Michael William Garrison, Jr. She always made time for volunteer work such as being in charge of the American Cancer Society program in Lexington, Kentucky to recruit drivers to help support cancer patients in getting their treatments and with shopping for necessities. Also, for over twelve years in three states, Linda was highly involved in sponsoring, managing, and at times
California. She was 81 years old. Patti was born on June 20, 1944, at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital to Ralph and Lucille Potter. She married Robert Greer on August 5, 1967, in Beverly Hills. After graduating from The San Diego College for Women (now the University of San Diego), she taught at Our Lady of Peace School and then at Marian High School in San Diego, where she was the P.E. teacher and later the Girls Athletic Director. Her basketball and volleyball teams went on to win several championships. As advisor to the Marian High School Girls’ Athletic Association, she worked to create a district girls’ league where none previously existed. She was an innovative teacher, introducing her students to activities such as backpacking, skiing, scuba diving, ballet, and martial arts. She also coached girls’ softball, tennis, volleyball, and basketball. She was loved and admired by all of her students and was considered an inspiration and mentor.
Patti eventually left teaching to start a family and move to Malibu, CA, with her husband. In Malibu, she was
at her children’s school, Our Lady of Malibu. She was a devoted mother to Brandon and Ashley, who loved her dearly, and a friend to all who knew her.
Patti is survived by her husband, Robert Greer; son Brandon (Amy); daughter Ashley (Isaac) Morris; and her three grandchildren, Patrick (16) and Beckett (13) Greer, and Mackenzie Morris (10), whom she loved so much. She is also survived by her brother, Bill Potter (Denise); nieces Kristen Valdez (Glenn) and Jessica Highfield (Heath); and her sisters, Kelli Potter Kelly, and Kim Aldridge. She was predeceased by her sister, Carroll Potter.
Patti (Grandma “Boo,” as her grandchildren called her) was a bright light to all who knew her and was cherished by her family. Her vibrant spirit, her kindness, her infectious sense of humor, and her beautiful heart will be sorely missed. A private celebration of life will be held in Palm Desert.
Patti’s family would like to thank her devoted caregivers: Josie, Amy, Christine, and Nelsa.
TERESA C. CAMPEAU 1933-2025
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thu sep 25
WISE & READY EMERGENCY
PREPAREDNESS EVENT
The Malibu West Beach Club will host a free Wise & Ready Emergency Preparedness Event for older adults on Thursday, Sept. 25, from Noon to 1 p.m. Guest speakers will cover earthquake safety, lessons from the Woolsey Fire, and coping with Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS).
The interactive program includes lunch, giveaways and practical tools to help residents prepare for emergencies. Space is limited — RSVP at hoa@malibuwestbc.
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sun sep 28
MALIBU CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILL HOST THE REBUILD EXPO
The Malibu Chamber of Commerce will host the Rebuild Expo on Sunday, Sept. 28, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club, located at 1210 4th Street, Santa Monica. This free community event is designed for homeowners and businesses in Malibu and Pacific Palisades affected by the Palisades Fire.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with
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architects, contractors, designers, insurance adjusters, expediters, essential service providers, and the City Rebuild Team, all ready to assist with navigating the rebuilding process. For more information, residents may contact Anthony McDemas at 805-6036267 or via email at Connections@malibu.org.
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DREAMLAND MALIBU OPEN MIC NIGHT
Dreamland Malibu will host an Open Mic Night on Oct. 2 at 22969 Pacific Coast Highway, with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. and the show beginning at 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Nelson Miller, this all-ages event offers local performers and music lovers the chance to enjoy a vibrant evening of live entertainment. Admission is free with RSVP, and guests planning to perform with a band
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or seeking additional information are encouraged to contact Nelson at Nelson@aviatornation.com. Valet parking will be available on-site for attendees’ convenience. Attendees should note that shows may include lighting and strobe effects, and Dreamland Malibu is not responsible for any unexpected medical issues.
to 10:30 a.m. This program is a welcoming gathering space for fiber artists that fosters community through open stitch. Make a scarf, hat, blanket, or homemade gift. No experience necessary. Please bring size 8 needles and one skein of yarn. This is an ongoing, dropin program. Instructed by Sheila Rosenthal. Visit malibucity.org for location.
TOPANGA FARMERS MARKET | FRIDAYS
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MALIBU FARMERS MARKET | SUNDAYS
The Malibu Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a wide range of fresh, local produce and artisanal goods. Currently located at Legacy Park, the market provides a great opportunity to support local farmers and vendors while enjoying the scenic beauty of Malibu. For updates and more information on the market, visit malibufarmersmarket. net. Make sure to stop by for a vibrant shopping experience this Sunday!
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SENIOR TECH HELP | TUESDAYS
Receive one-on-one tech help with your laptop, tablet, or cellphone. Seniors can receive assistance using social media, Google Drive, Skype, Microsoft Word, email, and more. RSVP required. Instructed by Community Services Department staff. Tuesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Malibu Senior Center.
VOLUNTEER WEEDING DAY AT POINT DUME NATURE PRESERVE | WEDNESDAYS
Join every second Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a hands-on volunteer event at the stunning Point Dume Nature Preserve. Help protect Malibu’s natural beauty
The Topanga Farmers Market is a Certified Farmers Market held every Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Topanga Community Center. With 45 exceptional vendors, the market offers a diverse selection of fresh, locally grown produce and handcrafted artisanal goods. It’s a wonderful way to support local farmers and makers while soaking in the natural beauty of Topanga Canyon. Whether you’re shopping for seasonal fruits and vegetables or one-of-a-kind crafts, the Topanga Farmers Market has something for everyone!
ADULT PICKLEBALL
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The City of Malibu will offer free Adult Drop-In Pickleball and an Adult Pickleball class at the Malibu High School Tennis Courts (30215 Morning View Drive) starting in spring 2025. Open Court Pickleball is available for registered participants ages 18 and over on Saturday afternoons, providing a fun and social way to play. Additionally, an Adult Pickleball class will be held on Saturdays for those looking to improve
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was established to commemorate Kuredjian, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. The award recognizes those who embody his spirit of service by improving Malibu’s parks, recreational programs, and community spaces. This year’s recipients were lauded for their tireless efforts in environmental stewardship, youth sports, and recreational development, leaving a lasting impact on the city’s landscape and spirit.
Suzanne Guldimann: A champion for Malibu’s natural beauty
Suzanne Guldimann, a lifelong resident of Point Dume, was the first to be honored. Her seven-year tenure on the Malibu Parks and Recreation Commission (2017–2024) was marked by significant contributions to the city’s recreational and environmental initiatives. Guldimann played a pivotal role in the development of both the temporary and permanent skate parks, advocated for shade structures at Malibu Bluffs Park, and supported the installation of wildlife cameras to showcase the region’s biodiversity. Her efforts in the restoration and planning of Charmlee Wilderness Park were particularly noteworthy, drawing on her deep knowledge of native habitats and protected lands.
Beyond her commission work, Guldimann is an accomplished author and photographer whose books preserve Malibu’s history and capture its natural beauty. Accepting the award, she paid tribute to her late father, John Guldimann, a lifelong advocate for community involvement. “My dad was a great believer in not just living in a community, but participating and volunteering and making a difference,” she said, dedicating her award to his memory.
Andy Lyon: A voice for Malibu’s skateboarding community
Next, Andy Lyon was recognized for his decades-long advocacy for Malibu’s skateboarding community. Lyon’s persistent efforts were instrumental in the development of the city’s permanent skate park, a long-awaited project that will soon serve skaters of all skill levels.
His regular attendance at City Council meetings and ability to rally support from residents of all ages ensured that the skate park’s design incorporated both beginner and intermediate elements, making it accessible and inclusive.
However, Lyon’s acceptance speech struck a bittersweet note. He expressed frustration over the recent demolition of the temporary skate park, which he described as a “huge failure” by the city. Lyon highlighted the wastefulness of discarding reusable materials, such as
endured a whopping 24 days without instruction due to SCE outages. After scores of complaints from parents the district said it would install temporary generators so children who have experienced so much loss after recent wildfires could at least attend school with some sense of normalcy without more obstacles caused by lack of electricity. Parents even offered to pay for generators. Temporary generators were supposed to have been installed by now, but according to SMMUSD there was a setback due to a water main break on Grayfox Street near the school. By 12:30, power was restored at Malibu Elementary according to SMMUSD. With yet another day disrupted and hours without school instruction, the news did not sit well with Malibu City Councilmember Haylynn Conrad, who addressed the SMMUSD board “as
pressure-treated wood, and criticized the lack of transparency in the bidding process for the permanent skate park. “It’s super bad timing for me,” he said, noting the irony of receiving an award on the same day the temporary skate park was destroyed. Despite his concerns, Lyon emphasized the joy the temporary park brought to the community, particularly to his son, and vowed to continue advocating for Malibu’s recreational spaces.
Villablanca acknowledged Lyon’s concerns, expressing hope that the community would come together to celebrate the opening of the permanent skate park. “We certainly are not a perfect community,” she said, “but I think it’s going to be a great facility for our community. I’m very excited to have it.”
Nick Shergott: A leader in youth sports
The final award was presented to Nick Shergott, a steadfast supporter of Malibu’s youth sports programs. Shergott’s decade-long volunteer work with the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) and his leadership as president of Malibu Little League have left an indelible mark on the community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Shergott guided Malibu Little League through unprecedented challenges, implementing safety protocols that allowed children to safely return
a parent, not as a councilmember.” Conrad said,
“My patience has run out … an entire summer has passed and our Malibu schools are still without reliable electricity. These are basic safety needs in 2025. This is negligent and dangerous. This is why Malibu is angry.
“That is not equity. We contribute to this district and we expect fair treatment in return. Year after year, you fail us. Our students deserve to be safe in their schools.”
SMMUSD spokesperson Brandyi Phillips said generators were expected to be installed at the three schools by month’s end, leaving just days to complete the work. In a press release, the district acknowledged the hardships endured by Malibu students. “The 2024-2025 school year was difficult for Malibu, its schools and its students. Malibu schools have experienced up to 24 days of closures due to events such as the Franklin and Palisades fires, road closures, severe weather, and power
to the field in 2021. Shergott’s contributions extend beyond organizational leadership. He spearheaded efforts to upgrade the baseball fields at Malibu Bluffs Park, including improvements to dugouts, field maintenance, and plans for a new snack shack. His fundraising initiatives have laid the groundwork for future enhancements to the park. In a personal note, a fellow commissioner shared that Shergott continued to serve as Little League president for two years after his own children had aged out of the program, a testament to his selfless dedication. “It took two of us to replace one of him,” the commissioner said, crediting Shergott with inspiring their own community involvement. Accepting the award, Shergott expressed gratitude to the City Council and the community. “Thank you guys all for showing up and waiting. I appreciate it. It means a lot to me,” he said, acknowledging the community support, councilmembers, and the Parks and Recreation Commission.
A Legacy of Service: Past Jake Kuredjian Award Recipients
The 2025 recipients join a distinguished group of Malibu residents who have been honored with the Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award for their contributions to the community. Past recipients include:
• 2024 : Shari Latta and Poison Free
outages, including Southern California Edison’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. While many of these disruptions are beyond the District’s control, efforts are underway to implement both temporary and long-term alternative power solutions to help keep schools open during outages.”
The district stated it will be installing “quick-connect systems” that will allow campuses to be powered by portable generators. These systems are scheduled to be in place by late September 2025, enabling schools to remain fully operational during PSPS events and other power interruptions.
“Looking ahead, the district is also investing in permanent alternative energy solutions. Plans include installing solar panels, battery storage systems, and generators to provide reliable, renewable backup power,” Phillips said. “A key component of this effort is the development of a solar farm on the hillside near Malibu Middle and High School. Combined with battery backup and photovolta-
all the stops, maybe a month or two ago,” he explained. “Before, they were bypassing stops in the burn area, but now people get on the bus and get off wherever they feel like it.” This change has led to more individuals disembarking in Malibu, particularly at Trancas, a layover spot where bus drivers take breaks, leaving passengers to wander the area. “Some make it back to the bus, and some don’t,” Soderlund noted.
The transient population in Malibu seems to consist of both newcomers and a “core group” of familiar faces, according to Soderlund. While some treat the city like a temporary stop — almost as if they’re on vacation — others raise safety concerns by darting across Pacific Coast Highway. One resident recalled seeing a man sprint across the highway: “I told him to be careful, and he yelled back, ‘I’m gonna live forever.’” When told of the encounter, Soderlund stated, “Sounds like a legend in his own mind.” He stressed the dangers along PCH, particularly in construction zones where the speed limit drops to 25 miles per hour. “It doesn’t feel natural to drive that slow, so people speed through — and it’s not the safest place for pedestrians,” he said. Despite the visible influx, the City
Malibu
• 2023 : Sara Wan
• 2022 : Richard Lawson and Judy Villablanca
2021 : Sandy Banducci and Rob LeMond
• 2020 : John Bell and Ellen Reich
• 2019 : Kasey Earnest and Steve Hotchkiss
• 2018 : Mike Mulligan and Justine Petretti
• 2017 : Bob Stallings
• 2015 : Joan House
• 2014 : Steve Ciniglio
• 2013 : Michael Zweig
2012 : Dermot Stoker
• 2008 : John Paola
• 2007 : Bruce Young, Mike Doyle, James Whalen, and Steve Rodriguez
• 2005 : Tim Biglow, Danny Klein, and Nick Tidy
2004 : Jack “Papa Jack” Schultz
• 2002 : Doug O’Brien, Joel Castro, Jill & Harold Smith, Maud Ann Sunderland, and Ron Bloomfield
The Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Awards ceremony underscored the importance of volunteerism in Malibu, Mayor Marianne Riggins closed the presentation with words of appreciation, stating, “It’s a great honor when this award is given because it really represents the community spirit. People stepping up, stepping in, and we just appreciate all the volunteers that help make our community great, especially in these areas.”
ic systems on both the new high school and the Malibu Middle School administration/classroom buildings, this project will provide a sustainable source of power to keep schools running during future outages.” There’s no timeline stated on the completion of this sustainable power source however.
The Malibu Times spoke with a representative from SCE about the cause of the latest outages. So far, Jeff Monford only offered, “Sometimes there is an outage due to the triggering of a sensor. Perhaps a bird or another animal or a bit of debris touched a powerline, that triggers an automatic shut-off, and anytime that happens, we cannot turn the power back on until the crews have seen the entire line. Crews have to inspect the entire line from end to end, and that is one reason why some outages can take longer than we would like. We know every outage is a hardship, and crews work to restore power as quickly as they can do so safely.”
of Malibu’s 2025 Homeless Count, conducted in March, reported a record-low 33 individuals experiencing homelessness, down from 69 in 2024 and a stark contrast to the 161 counted in 2016. The preliminary data, pending final confirmation from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), reflects the success of Malibu’s multifaceted approach to addressing homelessness.
“This steady reduction is a testament to Malibu’s commitment to real solutions that balance public safety and quality of life with compassionate services,” said then-Mayor Doug Stewart in a March statement. The city’s Homeless Outreach Team, operated by The People Concern in partnership with the Malibu Task Force on Homelessness, has been instrumental in this progress, placing 72 individuals into housing in 2024 — the highest number since services began in 2017.
The decline in homelessness may be partly attributed to external factors, such as the Palisades and Franklin fires, which disrupted local transportation and displaced individuals. The 2025 count was conducted without community volunteers due to safety concerns and road closures along PCH, potentially affecting the accuracy of the tally. Nevertheless, Malibu’s proactive measures, including encampment cleanups and outreach, have kept the homeless population manageable. In 2024, the city cleared 44 encampments, up from 29 the previous year, with only seven encampment-related fire incidents reported, a critical achievement given the heightened wildfire risks during Red Flag conditions. Soderlund stressed that while the homeless count remains low, the transient influx creates a perception of increased activity. “It’s manageable because we’re out here every day and know the faces,” he said. “But the newcomers, especially those riding the bus all day, make it seem like there’s more.” He urged residents to remain vigilant, particularly when driving through construction zones or high-speed stretches of PCH. “Slow down, be observant, and if someone’s creating a traffic hazard, call us,” he advised. The Sheriff’s Department is also addressing a recent uptick in graffiti on burned-out properties, which Soderlund described as the work of taggers, not gang-related activity. “My special assignment deputies are focusing on catching them,” he said, noting that Malibu’s overall crime rate has dropped 40% year-over-year, partly due to the reduced opportunities for crime in fire-damaged areas. For residents concerned about safety or transient activity, Soderlund emphasized the importance of direct communication with law enforcement. “If you see something, say something,” he said. “We hear rumors on Nextdoor, but unless someone reports it, we can’t act.” This call to action underscores the community’s role in maintaining Malibu’s safety and quality of life. The city’s efforts extend beyond enforcement. The Malibu Outreach Team, integrated with The People Concern’s Westside programming, provides critical services, including food, supplies, and housing connections. Their work, combined with partnerships with LA County Sheriff’s Department and community organizations, has driven the downward trend in homelessness. However, the recent increase in transient activity suggests that challenges remain, particularly with regional transportation bringing new faces to Malibu’s streets.
its final stamps and we hope to grant that permit by the end of September.”
Bundy also discussed decisions made in recent city-sponsored meetings, all with an aim to streamline the permitting process.
“We invited representatives from the Structural Engineers Association of California, FEMA engineers and others in the building industry and we conducted an extensive technical meeting to assist the council by establishing geotechnical guidelines,” Bundy explained. “Engineers need to justify that plans will meet minimum safety standards and we are trying to be clear about the city’s standards.”
Bundy emphasized that the “city is committed to evaluate our plan approval process on an ongoing basis and to make upgrades to our rebuild portal so it is clear to the applicant what processes must be followed.” Elaborating, she said, “We have rolled out several standardized templates for homeowners and their architects to use which should facilitate faster permit checks.”
With regard to unique challenges faced by those rebuilding on coastal lots, Bundy noted that, “The normal practice is for geotechnical sites to be evaluated by structural engineers who assess whether the existing caissons can be preserved and reinforced or whether it is necessary to construct new caissons.” Next, Bundy discussed the onboarding of Archistar, an AI plan-checking tool. “Archistar is in beta testing with the city and we hope to begin using that AI
and do it in a less invasive way?” Meanwhile, John Mazza, speaking on behalf of the MTC, condemned the tower’s construction, noting that the applicant had violated the approved 75-foot height limit by adding fill material around a raised foundation. “The pole should be painted a beige color that matches the college, and all lights must be removed as the FAA does not require them,” Mazza stated, adding that existing, lowerprofile communications towers already serve the same purpose.
Resident Ryan Embree echoed these sentiments, highlighting a pattern of procedural oversights. In a June 2024 statement, Embree expressed dismay that his earlier correspondence, including a May 2023
Ellison’s rise to the top of the wealth rankings underscores not only his role as a pioneer in the tech world but also his footprint in Malibu’s luxury real estate and cultural spheres.
Actor Gary Busey has been sentenced to probation
Oscar-nominated actor Gary Busey has been sentenced to two years probation for sexual misconduct and harassment. The Malibu resident pleaded guilty to the charge of criminal sexual conduct in July. Several women had accused Busey of unwanted inappropriate groping in 2022 at a horror film convention in Pennsylvania. The now 81-year-old had originally denied the charges but then changed his plea in July to guilty on one charge connected to “touching the buttocks of a female over the clothing.” Busey was facing five years’ probation and a $500 fine, but learned of his lighter sentence on Sept. 18 at a hearing over Zoom. On Sept. 20, his lawyer said, “Mr. Busey is pleased that the case has been resolved and that he can go on with his life without any continuing, daily public adversity.”
tool for processing permits in the planning process,” Bundy said. “Los Angeles County launched using that AI system on Sept. 2 and our staff is busy inputting our municipal code into our use of the system and we hope to roll that out soon.”
Overall, Bundy noted that streamlining the design-build process is a team effort and it is an “ongoing process.”
Impediments to rebuilding plan approvals
According to Roy’s data presented to the City Council on Aug. 25, as of Aug. 22, only 15.5% of those who lost a structure in Malibu in the Palisades Fire have started the permit application process, as opposed to 26.8% in the city of Los Angeles.
Although some of that delta can be explained by Malibu’s unique coastal topography and level of customization, Roy notes there still is a lot of room to improve the planning and building processes.
“We need to address the significant lag between step 1 in the review process, plan check, and step 2, building and safety checks.” Roy stated emphatically, opining that many of the impediments in step two are administrative and involve unnecessary red tape.
When The Malibu Times evaluated the processing of the recent plan approval for a home in Big Rock that received a permit to rebuild a home destroyed by the Palisades Fire, it turned out that the City of Malibu issued 123 comments in plan check. Whereas, according to architects familiar with the matter, on average in Los Angeles, only between 20 to 40 comments are given for constructing a single-family home.
Those familiar with the matter also note that such
email calling for a revocation hearing, was allegedly omitted from the city’s records. “How could it possibly be that the City staff excluded my correspondence on this illegal pole when I have addressed the City about it several times?” he asked, implying a lack of accountability in the permitting process.
Proponents of the tower, primarily county officials, argue that it is essential for the Sheriff’s Substation’s radio communications, a critical component of emergency response in wildfire-prone Malibu. However, critics counter that existing infrastructure, such as the Saddle Peak communications site, already supports sheriff, fire, and emergency services. They argue that the tower’s additional EMF emissions would exacerbate already high levels in the Civic Center area, posing unnecessary risks to students and residents.
Malibu residents urged to speak out at SCE’s PSPS practices at Sept. 30 meeting
Malibu residents are being called to action on Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Malibu City Hall — or virtually via livestream — to voice concerns over Southern California Edison’s (SCE) controversial Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program.
The city is urging community members to attend the meeting and join efforts to pressure SCE and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to make “meaningful changes” to the utility’s power shutoff practices, which city officials say threaten lives, homes, and the ability to communicate during emergencies.
“PSPS events have left Malibu in complete communication blackouts, as seen during the Franklin and Palisades fires,” city leaders said in a statement. “Without access to critical information about evacuations, shelters, and road closures, residents cannot make informed decisions to protect themselves.”
In addition to endangering
plan checks in Malibu are conducted by consulting plan checkers that are contracted with the city may have an incentive to generate more comments because they bill the city of Malibu by the hour for their services. “Certain things and notations made on permit applications in Malibu are not relevant to what happens in the field and to implementing building plans, especially on the geotechnical side,” one source familiar with the Malibu planning approval process noted, adding, as Roy also opines, “That’s what’s holding things up for those wanting to rebuild in Malibu.”
“We are significantly lagging behind the rate of permit issuance for the Woolsey Fire,” Roy told the City Council on Aug. 25. “Given the current pipeline and cadence — the goal of the city of Malibu to issue 32 building permits by Jan. 6, 2026, the one-year anniversary of the Palisades Fire — which appears challenging. This is despite faster debris clearance in the Palisades Fire.”
Roy acknowledges all the steps the city of Malibu has taken to help expedite rebuilding, including establishing the Rebuild Center, hiring extra staff and consultants, updating policy resolutions, providing informational sessions, and appointing him as the rebuilding ambassador, as well as establishing 12 zones involved in rebuilding and appointing zone captains. He notes those are all excellent steps.
However, he advocates that the city focus on rebuilds versus all other projects, expedite approvals for genuine like-for-like rebuilds, streamline the processes regarding the incremental steps in the rebuild permit approval process, and continue its efforts to
Moreover, the Sheriff’s Substation itself remains unopened due to staffing shortages, a point raised by Councilmember Doug Stewart in a prior interview last year. “The county has said we cannot open the substation until all outstanding issues are cleared up,” Stewart noted. Critics argue that the lack of immediate need for the substation undermines the urgency of approving a non-compliant tower, especially given the potential health risks to SMC students and nearby residents.
The tower’s history is rooted in the SMC Malibu Campus project, which broke ground in September 2018 but faced delays due to the Woolsey Fire and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these challenges, the campus opened in 2023, hosting classes and community organizations. However, the tower’s construction without proper permits has fu-
public safety, officials argue that long-lasting outages disrupt schooling, work, and commutes, creating both economic and quality-of-life hardships. Despite years of advocacy from Malibu, SCE announced this summer it will expand the frequency and duration of PSPS outages during the fire season. The utility has not, however, implemented mitigation measures such as backup power for traffic signals or cell towers.
SCE has been authorized by CPUC since 2018 to use PSPS events as a fire-prevention tool, proactively cutting power during hazardous weather conditions. Critics say the measure is applied excessively, sometimes lasting for days even in the absence of strong winds.
Call to Action
The City of Malibu is urging residents to:
• Attend the Sept. 30 meeting in-person or virtually. File formal complaints with the CPUC Public Advisor’s Office at (866) 849-8390 or public. advisor@cpuc.ca.gov
• Contact state representatives: Senator Ben Allen: (310) 4148190 | Senator.Allen@Senate. CA.gov
• Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin: (805) 370-0542 | assemblymember.irwin@assembly. ca.gov
Registration is required for the virtual meeting link. Attendees will also have an opportunity to review SCE’s presentation.
Water board to consider revised wastewater ban in Malibu Civic Center
The Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board will hold a public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 9 a.m. to consider a tentative revised 2025 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the long-standing prohibition of onsite wastewater disposal systems (OWDSs) in the Malibu Civic Center area.
assess what roadblocks that those who are rebuilding are encountering by discussing the most commonly recurring corrections.
“The city should reduce its dependency on consultants and should keep plan check engineering capabilities in-house for like-for-like and like-forlike-plus-10-percent rebuilds,” Roy advised. “This will lead to enhanced responsiveness, maintain continuity, and provide consistent quality standards.”
Further, Roy advocates that the city provide all corrections for a rebuild permit application in one review and he suggests that the city maintain more streamlined time goals to process applications. “A single review process minimizes iterative delays,” Roy noted. “That will enable faster decision-making and implementation.”
He also suggested that the city invite Los Angeles’ Department of Building Safety to share its approach and that Malibu tailor and customize its best practices to meet Malibu’s specific needs.
At Roy’s urging, the city established a system of zone captains to represent homeowners in each section of the Franklin and Palisades fires. On Sept. 8, as it does weekly, the city’s rebuild team met with zone captains seeking feedback regarding the rebuild process and providing assistance for those rebuilding. City staff shared information with homeowners about the city’s development portal tools, simplified planning materials and faster review processes.
Streamlining Malibu’s processing of rebuilding permit applications as much as possible will involve an ongoing narrative, Bundy and Roy both concede. They advise those who are affected to be vocal and involved.
eled distrust between Malibu residents and external entities like Los Angeles County and SMC. This tension is compounded by broader disputes, such as those over Southern California Edison’s Public Safety Power Shutoffs, which have similarly pitted local priorities against regional mandates.
As the Sept. 29 City Council meeting approaches, residents are urged to make their voices heard. The meeting, held in a hybrid format at City Hall and via Zoom, offers opportunities for in-person and virtual participation. Comments can be submitted to citycouncil@malibucity.org, and the latest agenda packet is available at malibucity.org/ AgendaCenter.
Community advocates are unequivocal in their demands: relocate the tower behind the campus, lower its height, and conduct a proper environmental review to assess EMF
The meeting will take place at 320 West 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Carmel Room), with an option for remote participation. The official agenda and registration details will be available about 10 days prior at waterboards.ca.gov
The Malibu Civic Center OWDS ban, originally adopted to protect local water quality and reduce pollution into Malibu Creek, Malibu Lagoon, and nearby beaches, has been a central issue for residents, businesses, and environmental advocates. The revised MOU outlines updated responsibilities, compliance measures, and timelines for transitioning properties away from septic systems toward centralized wastewater management solutions.
Community members are encouraged to provide input. Written comments must be submitted by Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at 5 p.m. to Jim Kang at Jim.Kang@waterboards.ca.gov, with the subject line: “Comment Letter – Tentative Revised MOU Prohibiting OWDSs in the Malibu Civic Center Area.”
The tentative revised MOU and supporting documents can be reviewed online at waterboards. ca.gov/losangeles/board_decisions/tentative_orders/other_resolutions/malibu_mou
Public participation will play a critical role in shaping Malibu’s approach to wastewater management and safeguarding coastal water quality.
Supervisor Horvath launches emergency preparedness fairs across L.A. County
In recognition of National Preparedness Month, Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath is extending the effort into the fall with a series of emergency preparedness fairs aimed at empowering residents to stay safe, informed, and ready for disasters.
The events will take place in
risks. They also call for greater transparency, pointing to the 2016 SMC Coastal Development Permit staff report that “buried” the tower’s true purpose and scale. “This isn’t about aesthetics,” one resident stated. “It’s about protecting students, families, and residents from preventable harm.”
The Malibu City Council holds the authority to enforce compliance or demand the tower’s removal, but jurisdictional complexities with Los Angeles County complicate the process. City staff have proposed retrofits like camouflage, vegetative screening, or height reduction, but these measures have yet to satisfy community concerns. The MTC has called for outright denial of the county’s after-the-fact permit application, arguing that alternative solutions exist without compromising public safety.
some of the county’s most disaster-prone communities and are designed to provide families, older adults, and small businesses with the tools to prepare for wildfires, earthquakes, floods, and other emergencies.
“Emergency preparedness is a way of life in the Third District,” said Horvath. “Whether you’ve mapped your evacuation route and packed a go-bag, or you’re just beginning to think about disaster planning, these fairs are for you. They’re a chance to connect with neighbors, build skills, and take simple but important steps to stay safe. We’re strongest when we prepare together.”
LAX unveils new identity as LAWA
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today announced a bold new identity and narrative for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), designed to infuse every element of the airport with the energy, culture, and creativity of Los Angeles. The initiative aims to elevate LAX from a point of transit to a true destination that reflects the city’s diversity and character.
The reimagined identity will unify the airport’s sweeping $30 billion Capital Improvement Program and provide both employees and passengers with a more seamless, engaging, and distinctly “L.A.” experience.
“As we prepare to host major global events, we must ensure that visitors experience the diversity of every neighborhood from the moment they arrive in Los Angeles at LAX,” said Mayor Karen Bass. “I want to thank Commission President Karim Webb and LAWA CEO John Ackerman for leveraging this investment, bringing LA’s rich cultural identity front and center on the world stage.”
The announcement, made at the Board of Airport Commissioners’ meeting, unveiled an experiential design framework and outlined upgrades planned over
the next three years. Enhancements will include:
Architecture and design that reflect Los Angeles culture, history, seasons, and sports.
• Retail and dining featuring flavors and styles from across the city, including local favorites and global brands.
• Branding that establishes LAX as a world-class destination and leader in modern travel.
“What happens in Los Angeles shapes, moves, and transforms the rest of the world,” said LAWA CEO John Ackerman. “With this new identity, we’re putting the ‘L.A.’ in LAX. Our goal is to create an airport experience that doesn’t just connect people to destinations, but also reflects the creativity, variety, and energy that makes Los Angeles unlike anywhere else in the world.”
Board of Airport Commissioners President Karim Webb added, “LAX is often the first impression travelers have of our region, and everyone who experiences it should feel connected to the things that make Los Angeles so special and unique. This effort honors the people and communities that strengthen our city, and builds on LAWA’s commitment to delivering an airport that reflects our shared values and opens up opportunities for all Angelenos.”
Courtney Moore, LAWA’s deputy executive director of strategy, innovation and experience, emphasized the long-term vision: “LAX is the gateway to the creative and cultural capital of the world, and we want guests to feel this from the moment they deplane and until they are ready to board.”
The identity shift will guide investments in terminal upgrades, wayfinding, arrivals, and more — ensuring LAX delivers a worldclass experience as it prepares to welcome the world for events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Malibu teen Bodie Addison chosen to represent U.S. at International Surf Rescue Challenge
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Tall, confident, yet impressively humble, 16-year-old Bodie Addison flashes an infectious smile as he discusses what it took to be selected as one of eight young men representing America in the 2025 International U19 Surf Rescue Challenge in New Zealand in November.
The United States Lifesaving Association announced our country’s team on
Sept. 12, noting that Bodie and his teammates will take on youth national teams from Australia, South Africa, Germany, Japan, and Spain. Youth national teams consist of the best lifeguards and junior lifeguards from their respective nations, according to the USLA, which characterized Bodie as a craft specialist. The competition takes place over three days, with elite athletes competing in a variety of events meant to mimic lifesaving skills.
Addison and his team, along with eight young women chosen to represent Amer-
ica, will compete with teams from other countries in the challenge which will be held at Mount Maunganui Beach on Nov. 24. “I trained a lot.” Addison emphasizes in his understated, matter-of-fact that’swhat-it-takes-to-make-it-happen way. “I participated in all the races I could throughout the summer and in the past few years. There are individual races in surf skiing, sprints, and lifeguard nationals, and to qualify for international competition, I had to consistently win one of
the top three places.”
To qualify, Addison won second place in both the USLA National U19 board rescue and the U19 surf ski. He also placed third in the U19 board race at Huntington Beach under grueling conditions on Aug. 6. In the Los Angeles County Life Saving Association competitions, although Bodie was one of the youngest competitors in the field, he earned first place in both the U19 board race and the U19 board rescue and he placed third in the U19 surf ski and the U19 ironman.
“What exactly is surf skiing?” this reporter queried, worried that a lot of readers might also be unfamiliar with the sport.
“It’s basically a sleek ocean kayak,” Bodie’s dad, Ryan Addison explained. “Hard work pays off,” Bodie’s mom, Darlene Addison, also an athlete, posted on social media after receiving the news that he had qualified for the international team. “Now the real work begins.” Bodie’s an incredible hard worker,
lease box set that has captivated teens for decades, to the Beastie Boys’ North American tour poster, which pays tribute to the bands’ hero Jackie Chan, to a work entitled Pixies/Mad Science inspired by en,” and a poster for MTV/Malibu Beach terizes as, “The biggest party Malibu had that was broadcast to the world,” there’s
Malibu City Hall Gallery’s exhibit leads viewers on an exciting trip through Evans’ artistic
BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
Malibu junior lifeguard Bodie Addison excelled at a recent lifesaving competition, and the 16-year-old is headed for New Zealand in November for the International Surf Rescue Challenge after excelling at the recent Los Angeles County Life Saving Association events. Photo by Darlene Addison
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Tale of two breakfasts
MALIBU SEEN
By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor
Pura Vida Miami and Aviator Nation: Monday morning, Sept. 22
“Pura vida” means pure life — Costa Rica’s way of expressing gratitude, happiness, simplicity, and a relaxed outlook, symbolizing national identity and harmony with nature.
The original plan for this column was to do Part One of an interview with Karen Farrer, Kevin Keegan, Craig Foster, and Wade Major about untangling the mess that is the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Having surfed in the disputed Basque country of Spain and also celebrated Noche Viejo in Barcelona in the disputed territory of Catalonia and taken a sidetrip to disputed Belfast on a surf trip to Ireland in the 1990s and spent a fair bit of time in the Overthrown Monarchy Now Known as Hawaii, I am familiar with separatist movements. Which is what Malibu wants to do from SMMUSD: Separate, remove that hyphen and make it MUSD.
Let our pupils go! More on that to come, because it’s more than a little complicated with a backstory longer than a comet’s tale.
The backup plan was to rally an entourage of gourmands and check out Pura Vida Miami, a new place in the Cross Creek Ranch that is getting good vibes. Tried to rally people to go there on Sunday night, but then found the place closes at 4 in the p.m., so that got scotched also.
But now here I am at 8:20 a.m. on a fine fall Monday morning at Pura Vida Miami, which you will find back in Cross Creek Ranch — a shopping area that is larger than you think and now appears to be taking wing and filling up.
That Lurch-like groaning noise is from some Malibu citizens who see Cross Creek Ranch as a 13-acre, about 71,605-square-foot retail/restaurant space, about 50,719-squarefoot creative/office space flagrant foul in the face of Malibu’s mission and vision statement:
“Malibu is a unique land and marine environment and residential community whose citizens have historically evidenced a commitment to sacrifice urban and suburban conveniences in order to protect that environment and lifestyle, and to preserve unaltered natural resources and rural characteristics.”
Some see Cross Creek Ranch as a nicely landscaped and appointed urban and suburban convenience, while others see it as a big chunk of Irvine that spun through the air and landed in Malibu. All the rest of Southern California is one endless connected and concreted shopping mall from Oxnard to the Mexican border. Can just one place — the Malibu — be spared from that malaise?
That’s the sentiment of some Malibu citizens who don’t dig the place and wouldn’t be caught dead setting foot in there.
Asking around about Cross
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By Burt Ross, Contributed Column
ICreek Ranch and Pura Vida Miami, one Malibu resident groused: “... and I walked through that mall today (Sunday) and it is 100% national chain stores.
Curious whatever happened to the retail chain store ordinance we passed?”
In the past I’d written about Kith and the Industrious workspace when Cross Creek Ranch was mostly a ghost town of unspoken for, high-priced rent. Cross Creek Ranch opened in 2022 and sat mostly idle. There was a feeling the whole deal might implode and get sucked down down down into the water table like the final scene of “Poltergeist.”
But that hasn’t happened, businesses are moving in and opening up and now it’s a fine fall Monday morning and I am sitting on a comfy sofa in the shade at Pura Vida Miami — sipping on a hot latte but waiting for cold oatmeal and poaching Wifi to hack on this column which is due at 10 o’clock.
Is Cross Creek Ranch 100% national chain businesses? I can see the Ray Ban store right in front of me. I also saw Frankie’s Bikinis and some other places, but since I only buy clothes from Amazon, I don’t know enough about brick-and-mortar retail to know if any of these other places are national chains.
I did see a sign for Sunroom which means Lucy is moving from her space next to Scott’s Malibu Market Formerly Known as Malibu Kitchen.
Lucy is a good sort who works incredibly hard. She’s not a national chain and we wish her well.
My regular routine is to go to the Chevron station and buy lottery tickets where I change the letters of worthy friends and age-inappropriate females into numbers and play the various games of chance. I also pay about $3 for a cup of gas station coffee with a spritz of Mexican hot chocolate because I refuse to pay more than $3 for a cup of coffee.
As a matter of fact I wrote a song on that topic called “Gas Station Coffee” which you can listen to here and might enjoy: benma rcusrules.com/gassta tioncoffee
If you kn ow a country star wh o needs a novelty hi t, hook them up!
Fro m the Chevron stati on, I go to one or t he other of the Starstrucks and pay $5.9 0 for their cuppa oa tmeal with blueberri es, nut medley, and dried fruit. Oatmeal is a very personal thing, but Starbucks oatmeal is pretty g ood. Just the right amount, served hot, and it works for wha t I call Eggs Hamilt on.
With all that, I either go to Zinqu é if I’m busy or Scot t’s and order two sc rambled eggs. Mix th at all together and you have what I call Eggs Hamilton — nam ed for Laird Hamilto n — because oatmeal with fruit and
love giving advice. I cannot recall a time when I didn’t give somebody advice of one kind or another. I give advice whether I really know what I am talking about or not. I simply derive great pleasure from telling the world what it should or should not do. When I watch the Knicks play basketball (remem-
scram bled egg (whites) is what that handsome brute eats every mor ning to maintain his handsome brutishnes s.
Good for your gut tiwuts, good for you r mind. I also have an oatmeal song, but it’s vulgar, so I w ill not share it.
Eg gs Hamilton is the r egular daily deal — so to speak — but to day that got sidetra cked for this missio n to check out Pura Vida Miami in the Cr oss Creek Ranch. The ir mission statement reads like this:
“E stablish a standard of health & wellness in the community, b y providing access t o healthy and nutrit ious food, always.
At the core of our m ission is to provide delicious and healt hy food while creati ng a like-minded com munity With our dive rse range of menu op tions, including veg an and gluten-free o ptions, we aim to ca ter to the diverse d ietary needs of our customers.
“Welcome to another day in pa radise w here health is happiness.”
Pura Vida Miami closes ea rly — even for Malib u — but opens early at 8 a.m. I made it a few minutes after, wanting to check ou t their menu and spe cifically the oatmea l.
The menu is load ed with healthy good ness that stays true to their mission st atement and I shall return with a squad to try it all.
But t his morning I found they charge $12.95 f or Overnight Oats, w holegrain gf oats wi th almond mylk, date s, goji berries, alm onds, pumpkin seed, cinnamon, topped wit h strawberry, bluebe rry, vegan gf granol a*. Turns out this o vernight oatmeal is served like revenge: cold.
I thought I w ould try it anyway. I also ordered a hot latte ($5.95) and s pecifically asked for the Bitcoin symbol in foam on top, jus t to see if they cou ld handle that. Here it is 8:33 and the latte came right away with a tree symbol on top — no Bitcoin — but that cold oat meal hasn’t shown up yet, so I am listen ing to Brazilian and other Latin-tinged tunes on the PA, try ing not to eavesdrop on a squad of yoga- pantsed Pepperdine g irls over to the lef t, sitting in the su n.
Once again I have to wonder: Does Pepperdine require coeds to submit 8” x 10” glossies with their SATs?
There’s a lot of yoga pants parading through here, and you
have to figure this is going to be the place for a lot of post-yoga chill outs.
Now it’s a samba version of “Mrs. Robinson” — kind of nice. Hey man, where’s my oats? Are they being artisanally curated or something? I have another breakfast scheduled for this morning as I promised Jennifer I would go to Aviator Nation to watch and listen to her band Bossi perform — starting at 9:30. Aviator Nation also serves a tasty breakfast buffet, but we’ll see if this cold oatmeal leaves room for what Pippin would call a Second Breakfast.
If it arrives.
Just nudged the sleepy-looking server dude about the oatmeal, and he said it would be right out. We shall see. Just looked at my bank account to see what time I ordered that oatmeal and saw how low my balance is.
I won $2 on Hot Spot and $20 on a 49ers scratcher, so that will help.
Speaking of yoga, Rafi and his dog just walked in. Rafi is wearing white, his dog is even whiter so they fit right in with the decor — which I suppose you could call Miami Nice: Ceramic pots lining one wall, chairs, and tables and comfy chairs whiter than Rafi’s dog, shaded from the sun, all very comfortable and nice and I can only imagine this is what Miami is like as I have been a lot of places but never set foot in Florida.
I just ran that by Rafi, and he invented a word: “It’s very Miamish.” We chatted and then he showed me photos of a place I’ve heard about but have been neglecting: Rafi opened Sake House Malibu two weeks ago. He is serving sake and sushi and Asian Fusion on the balcony of Rafi Lounge with a spectacular view of those autumnal Malibu sunsets — which are second only to the Aurora Borealis as seen in Norway.
(I’ve often said agnostically that I’m pretty sure the Northern Lights inspired the whole idea of angels and heaven. Sorry if that’s offensive but what else were the ancients supposed to think when they saw all that twisting and sparkling light and color?)
I suggested that it took nerve to open a sushi place across the street from Nobu, but Rafi fouled that off and said, “It’s working. We’re packed. We are fully booked.”
Gonna rally a squad and check that out, too.
Now a samba version of Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.”
The oatmeal has arrived (8:45) — a decent-sized bowl of cold oats with strawberries and blueberries, and I should have brought a banana from the Chevron station. The coldness of the oats is kind of refreshing, and it makes sense if this is Miami/Costa Rica cuisine that you wouldn’t want hot oats in a warm climate.
And yes, $12.95 for a bowl of cold oats with fruit is like paying $6 for a cup of coffee, but this is Malibu and this is Cross Creek Ranch, which cost a hundred million-plus, or so, to build. So, you have to imagine the rents here are sky-high. Be prepared. Now it’s a samba version of … what is this song? “Say you don’t know me or recognize my face” — oh, it’s “We Built This City (On Rock and Roll).” I guess you can sambaize anything and make it sound good. It’s 8:57 and I have to be at Aviator Nation by 9:30 to show face for Bossi.
Now it’s Miley Cyrus sambaized. “I can buy myself flowers. Write my name in the sand.” You know the one.
Now it’s a French version of that Sinatra song. “Remplis mon cœur de chansons. Et laisse moi chanter éternellement.”
You know that one, too. 9:17 A lady sheriff deputy just walked in. Is she going to bust me for riding an electric bike through Cross Creek Ranch? Not yet, but I gotta scoot and hopefully she won’t shoot me on the way out.
On the way out I wanted to chat with a woman who looked to be the Pura Vida manager but she was on the phone, so I grabbed my bike and was going to hop on, then saw two burly dudes from Uptight Security, so I walked it on out. One security guard was bitter because of what happened to the Rams over the weekend — two blocked field goals for touchdowns and a blown 19-point lead.
I didn’t mention the Five-Time World Champion San Francisco Football 49ers are 3-0 and are likely going to destroy everyone once they get Purdy and Kittle back and everything gels. That would have been rude. And he was burly.
Now it’s 10:06 and I’m hiding in a corner of Aviator Nation. This is a pretty good room, and I always wonder why the best
and brightest of Malibu don’t perform here more. How about a super group of Mike D/Tommy Lee on drums, Neil Young on rhythm guitar, Beck playing lead (listen to Gamma Ray) and Sting and/or Flea playing bass then Flea setting that down to blow the trumpet solo from “Miserlou?” (Flea was a trumpet player before he picked up the bass) I’ll buy that for a dollar. I didn’t pay for the excellent breakfast buffet, but it’s excellent.
I am sitting next to Richard Gibbs, who just handed me a proof copy of his book “God vs Music,” which I promised to read so I’d better. “Young Americans” was on the PA and now it’s Archie Bell and the Drells doing the “Tighten Up” and it’s always bugged me how he says “ I’m Archie Bell and the Drells” as if his band didn’t matter: “Now make it mellow.” Jennifer from Bossi took the stage and didn’t say “I am Bossi.” She acknowledged the three gals backing her up on drums, bass, and guitar, and they are rocking the house, threatening the structural integrity of the Malibu Pier and probably setting off seismographs up in Pasadena. So, gonna round up an entourage to go to Pura Vida Miami before 4 o’clock and get some other comments and reviews, and then after that we will go to Sake House Malibu to ooo and aaah at those Malibu sunsets and see if it lives up to Rafi’s hype. And then I’m gonna read Richard Gibbs’ “God vs Music” and see what he has to say. When I think of Cross Creek Ranch, I think of the wiseass announcer Hugh “Wavy Gravy” Romney from Woodstock way back in the 20th Century: “Now, there’s a guy up there, some hamburger guy had his stand burned down last night. But he’s still got a little stuff left, and for you people that still believe that capitalism isn’t that weird, you might help him out and buy a couple of hamburgers.”
For those of you who aren’t completely opposed to Cross Creek Ranch flying in the face of Malibu’s mission and vision statement, you might check out Pura Vida Miami. It’s got atmosphere — different from Malibu — but nice on a fine fall morning. And maybe in the afternoon too. We shall see. Soon.
ber I am originally from New Jersey), I give a running commentary telling each player when they should shoot the ball and where they should stand. When the game is finally over, I am as exhausted as the players from all that advice-giving.
My advice is always unsolicited and never followed with the one exception of the time the son of a friend of mine called me for some financial advice. Even I had to resist the urge to give him some advice. “Kevin,” I said. “You know that I lost millions investing with Bernie Madoff. Shouldn’t that disqualify me from giving financial advice?”
There is barely a subject I haven’t pontificated on including fashion advice, even though I almost exclusively wear T-shirts and sweatpants. I remember back in high school seeing a girl in a most attractive sweater. I told her it was a beautiful garment and strongly urged her to wear it as often as she could. I never saw her wear that sweater again. I used to give parents all kinds of advice before I be-
came a parent myself. My favorite word was “should.” You “should” put the baby to bed this way, and you “should” do this or that when the baby cries. I was a veritable child expert before I even heard of Dr. Spock. Once I had two children of my own, I quickly gained humility. I was so busy trying to parent my own kids that I no longer had time to bestow advice. I unfortunately am not entirely done with the advice business, and so I have one piece of advice to you, my reader — you should always read this column.
Enjoying a bowl of Overnight Oats while writing this column at Pura Vida Miami, a place located at the Cross Creek Ranch shopping center and getting good vibes. Photo by Ben Marcus
focused and determined, Ryan says, noting that some of his son’s greatest attributes are that he has remarkable fortitude and grit. Ryan shared an example: “He just kept going and going even when the going got terribly tough as it did in the Catalina Classic in August. Catalina is kind of like a right of passage for watermen and waterwomen.”
Dubbed “the granddaddy of paddleboard races,” the Classic, which has been held every year since 1955, challenges even the most fit of athletes during its 32-mile race from Two Harbors to the Manhattan Beach Pier. There were 134 competitors in the classic this year, each with an escort boat. Bodie doggedly persevered throughout the grueling, demanding event, competing on a board designed by the renowned board shaper Joe Bark, with his dad encouraging and guiding him on a 12-foot escort boat.
Life, father like son
“We’ve been bringing Bodie to the beach since he was a baby,” Ryan said in that unique, “where the hell did all the time go and how did he grow into such a fine young man?” proud parental tone. “We slowly ratcheted up his skills — he’s an ocean kid for sure.”
Bodie has been coached by his dad for years, and Ryan is well-equipped to help his son hone the skills needed for the international competition.
“I went to Australia in the late ‘90s,” Ryan shared. “I participated in the Catalina race seven times and I won it twice and in the other five races, I placed second.”
However, the proud papa noted, “This is Bodie’s year — I have great confidence he will perform well.”
Undaunted by trying to fill his dad’s large shoes, Bodie simply stated, “I set a goal to be on the national team and I trained so hard because I love the sports included in the competition — I love all the paddling, surf skiing, and swimming.”
Bodie has served as a junior lifeguard at Zuma Beach for seven years, and he hopes to be a lifeguard when he’s older. Malibu is proud that he represents both our community and our nation on Nov. 24 in New Zealand and that he is also slated to compete in South Africa next year.
Competing in New Zealand is an expensive endeavor, and anyone who wishes to donate to Bodie’s experience, can support him by donating here: gofundme.com/f/helpbodie-addison-compete-in-new-zealand
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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, MALIBU COLONY PILATES LLC, PAUL JOSEPH, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 8/28/2025 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).
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Loan No.: Tershay Order No. 2637955CAD APN: 2049-008015 Property Address: 5717 Round Meadow Road Hidden Hills, CA 91302 You Are In Default Under A Deed Of Trust
Dated 6/5/2024. 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 cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or 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, 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
something for everyone intrigued by movie and album posters.
As one tours the exhibit, he also enjoys seeing a poster for Lollapalooza’s 1994 concert at Cal State Dominguez Hills, the Queens of the Stone Age concert in 2015 at Teragram Ballroom in LA, and even the image of actor Marlon Brando as the character Johnny in the film “The Wild One,” a collaboration with silkscreen master Richard Duardo.
Exhibited film posters also include “Godzilla X Kong,” a project Evans commented about, stating, “Film posters can be fun, but one featuring the world’s biggest movie monsters locked in full action mode is artistically a dream project.” Godzilla, with his radioactive flame breath and Kong, wearing his mecha-G tech-enhanced cyber glove, made for an explosive image, Evans noted, adding, “I made the most of it by featuring them both in full attack mode, with an explosive foreground and background.”
For Pearl Jam’s concert in Berlin in 2014, Evan’s poster mixed a Japanese dragon tattoo image with elements of Egyptian mythology and he blended the mix into a Ouija-board motif to cover all visual possibilities. Evans explains that the poster, “is a six-color silkscreen print, that uses a three-color and two-color split fountain reversed on each other to create a multi-hued effect using minimal screens.”
“’Taz’s works transcend generations and captivate viewers of all ages,” local artist Gay Summer Rick discussed. “It doesn’t matter how old or young you are — because he is an amazing innovator, embracing new ideas, new technologies, music, art, and his work reflects that.” Pausing to reflect on the impact of Evans’ formidable body of work, Rick commented, “Spending time with Jim’s art is a great history lesson and at the same time an exciting look into the future! Truly remarkable.”
Jack Marderosian, 11, aptly illustrates Rick’s point. Marderosian viewed the exhibit carefully, observing the details in various film and concert
posters and album covers and then opining, “It’s really cool how artists used to do posters compared to now — these posters look like art compared to how they make them now!”
Local acrylic painter Erick Ernest Johnsen admired Evans’ pieces, stating, “I do album art as well, and I love Taz’s vibrant colors — he’s a master at bringing art and music together and he does a marvelous job of zooming in like a camera and focusing a viewer’s attention on the placement of text and he uses font very creatively.”
He’s a musician too!
Evans is also a guitarist, and attendees were delighted when he took the stage with Farmer Dave and the Wizards of the West, who played surf and rock music, delighting listeners. A question and answer session with E. Barry Haldeman, chair of the Malibu Arts Commission, followed. They chatted about how Evans often worked assiduously, having to meet a strict deadline while bringing the visions of visionary musicians and artists to scale.
Evans shared that he is gifted with an ability to see an object, retain its image in his mind, and later — often much later — utilize that image to inspire his creations. He also noted that these days, he’s creating digital art utilizing Photoshop, Illustrator, and AI. “I’m also working on canvases and I am doing free form with spray cans, markers, and pencils.” He commented, “It’s a freer approach than my past work where I had an assignment with clear instructions and had to create to the tastes of others.”
The Malibu Times asked Evans about his collaborations with local epic graffiti artist RISK, including The Sex Pistols poster which is on show at the gallery bearing an explanatory placard that explains, “That print was done in collaboration with photographer Dennis Morris and we used a photo he took of the Sex Pistols in concert — the shot features Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious and working with graffiti legend, RISK, I added layers of symbolism, like a bombed-out London and the Union Jack, giving the image a visceral sense of the no-future reality that galvanized the punk
LEGAL NOTICES
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. No cashier’s checks older than 60 days from the day of sale will be accepted. Trustor: Nicholas A. Tershay AKA Nick Tershay-Trustee Tershay Living Trust Of April 5, 2013 Duly Appointed Trustee: Total Lender Solutions, Inc Recorded 7/8/2024 as Instrument No. 20240442022 in book N/A, page N/A of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 10/2/2025 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,918,239.09 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5717 Round Meadow Road Hidden Hills, CA 91302 Legal Description: Please See Attached Exhibit “A” 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. 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 (877) 440-4460 or visit this Internet website www. mkconsultantsinc.com, using the file number assigned to this case 250513403. 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 Web site. 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 (877) 440-4460, or visit this internet website www.mkconsultantsinc.com, using the file number assigned to this case 250513403 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. When submitting funds for a bid subject to Section 2924m, please make the funds payable to “Total Lender Solutions, Inc. Holding Account”. 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. Date: 9/2/2025 Total Lender Solutions, Inc 10505 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite 125 San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: (866) 535-3736 Sale Line: (877) 440-4460 By: Rachel Seropian, Trustee Sales Officer Exhibit “A” Legal Description That Portion Of Section 16, Township 1 North, Range 17 West, San Bernardino Meridian, In The City Of Hidden Hills, County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, According To The Official Plat Of Said Land On Filed In The Bureau Of Land Management, Described As Follows: Beginning At A Point In The Southwesterly Boundary Of A Private Road, 60.00 Feet Wide, Shown As Long Valley Road On Record Of Survey Map Filed In Book 65 Pages 20 And 21 Of Record Of Surveys, In The Office Of The County Recorder Of Said County, Distant Thereon South 72° 18' 26" East 1005.00 Feet From The Easterly Terminus Of Curve Therein Which Is Concave Southerly, Has A Center Line Radius Of 1000.00 Feet And A Length Of 34.70 Feet; Thence Along Said Southwesterly Line South 72° 18' 26" East 167.70 Feet, To The Center Line Of The 60 Foot Strip Of Land Described As Parcel 1 Of Road "A" Of The Declaration Of Easements Recorded On March 12, 1952 In Book 38458 Page 179 Official Records, Of Said County; Thence Along Said Center Line, South 21° 23' 30" West 162.54 Feet To The Beginning Of A Tangent Curve Concave Westerly, Having A Radius Of 500,00 Feet: Thence Southerly Along Said Curve A Distance Of 120.34 Feet; Thence South 35° 10' 55" West 20.75 Feet To A Line Which Is Parallel With And 300.00 Feet, Measured At Right Angles Southwesterly From The Southwesterly Boundary Of Said Long Valley Road; Thence Along Said Parallel Line, North 72° 18' 26" West 128.96 Feet To A Point In A Line Passing Through The Point Of Beginning, Which Right At Angles To Said Long Valley Road; Thence Along Said Last Mentioned Line, North 17° 41' 34" East 300.00 Feet To The Point Of Beginning. Except One-Half Of All Oil, Minerals, Petroleum And Other Hydrocarbon Substances In Or Under Said Land, As Reserved By Earl E. Hurlbutt And Prances C. Hurlbutt, In Deed Dated November 5, 1951, Recorded November 16, 1951 In Book 37648 Page 385 Official Records. The Above Described Land Is Shown As Lot 60 On L.A.C.A. No 65, Recorded In Book 1 Pages 19 To 24 Inclusive Of Assessor's Map, In The Office Of The County Recorder Of Said County. MALIBU 202
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2025-02103 Loan No.: AHF-1 10920 APN: 4453-014-015 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/5/2021. 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 a 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 5 102 of the Financial Code and
ethos of the ‘70s. The final is a pigment print on archival paper, signed by Dennis, RISK, and me.” Speaking of RISK, he was, to the delight of many attendees, in the house! “Jim is an incredibly talented artist and has a very admirable work ethic,” RISK commented. “Working with him is awesome!”
Many times, locals have to schlep into the city to see awesome exhibits. However, through Oct. 24, they can share in Evans’ magical and exciting creative journey by simply going to Malibu City Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public on weekdays.
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, 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: Digital Media Chain LLC, A California Limited Liability Company Duly Appointed Trustee: Superior Loan Servicing Recorded 3/19/2021 as Instrument No. 20210444644 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale: 10/8/2025 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Courtyard located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $2,623,850.05 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2688 Rambla Pacifico Street Malibu, CA 90265 A.P.N.: 4453-014-015 "As Is Where Is" 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. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkASAP.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-02103. 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 Web site. The best way to verily 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
This Beastie Boys tour poster is one of many pieces of artwork on display at City Hall in Jim “Taz” Evans’ exhibit. Photo by Barbara Burke
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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 (714) 730-2727, or visit this internet website www.servicelinlcASAP.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-02103 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 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. Date: 9/10/2025 Superior Loan Servicing, by Asset Default Management, as Agent for Trustee 28348 Roadside Drive, 1st Floor Agoura Hills, California 91301 Sale Line: (714)730-2727 Julie Taberdo, Sr. Trustee Sale Officer A-4852860 09/18/2025, 09/25/2025, 10/02/2025 MALIBU 208
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: 09/10/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: w ww.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A-4852836 09/18/2025, 09/25/2025, 10/02/2025 MALIBU 209
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE AT AUCTION
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No. 25-01363-DM-CA Title No. 250289957-CA-VOI A.P.N. 2049-019-052 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/23/2022. 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) drawn on a state or national bank must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation, 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: Marguerite G McKinney, a single woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 12/01/2022 as Instrument No. 20221123457 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 10/20/2025 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: At The Courtyard located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,045,034.41 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 23756 Oakfield Road, Hidden Hills, CA 91302 A.P.N.: 2049-019-052 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded.NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction, You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 25-01363-DM-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 25-01363-DM-CA to find
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the date of November 12, 2025 at the hour of 12 p.m., at the law offices of Elkins Kalt Weintraub Reuben Gartside, LLP, located at 10345 W. Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064, the Tax Collector for the Broad Beach Geologic Hazard Abatement District (“BBGHAD”) shall auction for sale at a public auction the following property having unpaid, delinquent assessments levied annually by the BBGHAD listed below, pursuant to Streets & Highways Code sections 10407 through 10424 and BBGHAD Resolution No. 2024/02:
PROPERTY
30756 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265 (Los Angeles County Assessor Parcel Number 4469-026-016) (“Property”). The Property is listed and shown as Parcel Number 7 on the assessment roll and diagram at Book 194, pp. 28-31 of the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles.
OWNER OF RECORD Malibu West Swimming Club, a California Corporation.
RECORD OF ASSESSMENT
Notice of Assessment recorded on September 25, 2015 (Book 194, Pp. 28–31)
UNPAID AND DELINQUENT ASSESSMENTS
Tax Year, Calculation, Delinquent Amount Owed:
FY 2019/2020, $72,520.28 [principal assessment] + $3,626.01 [5% penalty] =$76,146.59; FY 2020/2021, $72,592.80 [principal assessment] + $3,629.64 [5% penalty] =$76,222.44; FY 2021/2022, $75,423.92 [principal assessment] + $3,771.20 [5% penalty] =$79,195.12; FY 2022/2023, $81,910.38 [principal assessment] + $4,095.52 [5% penalty] =$86,005.90; FY 2023/2024, $85,186.80 [principal assessment] + $4,259.34 [5% penalty] =$89,446.14; FY 2024/2025, $85,186.80 [principal assessment] + $4,259.34 [5% penalty] =$89,446.14; GRAND TOTAL: $496,462.33.
The purpose of the tax sale is to obtain the funds necessary for the delinquent assessments to be fully paid and satisfied. The following estimated reasonable fees and costs incurred by BBGHAD shall be chargeable to the Property:
Fees of $240.90 total to reimburse Tax Collector for notice under Streets & Highways Code section 10408.5 and costs of sale.
If the Property is not sold at auction the BBGHAD shall become the purchaser under Streets & Highways Code section 10413 and BBGHAD Resolution No. 2024/02.
Further rules and regulations for the public sale, including the process for submitting bids, may be found in a document titled “Rules and Procedures for Sale of Delinquent Property by Public Auction” on the BBGHAD website, located at: http://www.bbghad.com/documents/
For questions regarding this auction please call or email Ken Ehrlich at (310) 746-4400 or KEhrlich@elkinskalt.com.
Dated: September 12, 2025
Kenneth A. Ehrlich General Counsel/ Tax Collector MALIBU 211
NOTICE INVITING BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the City of Malibu, ENCINAL CANYON ROAD 60-INCH STORM DRAIN REPAIRS PROJECT SPECIFICATION NO. 2113, will be received by the City Clerk, at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, California, 90265 at or before 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, OCTOBER 9, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read by the City Clerk (or designated representative).
SCOPE OF WORK
In general, the proposed improvements consist of repairing an existing 60-inch corrugated metal pipe (CMP) using a spiral wound polyvinyl chloride (PVC) profile method, hydrojetting the existing pipe and improved pipe, and a closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection of the pipe and all other appurtenant work included and shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.
The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class “A” State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for ENCINAL CANYON ROAD 60-INCH STORM DRAIN REPAIRS
PROJECT Specification No. 2113 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department.
An electronic copy of plans and specifications may be obtained by prospective bidders from the Public Works Department through mpublicworks@malibucity.org.
All prospective bidders shall abide by the provisions of the Bid Terms and Conditions listed in the project’s specifications.
The City reserves the right to retain all bids for a period of 90 days after the bid opening date for examination and comparison and to delete any portion of the work from the Contract. The City reserves the right to determine and waive nonsubstantial irregularities in any bid, and to reject any or all bids. The bid shall be balanced so that each bid item is priced to carry its share of the cost of the work and also its share of the contractor’s overhead and profit. The City reserves the right to delete any bid item to the extent that the bid is qualified by specific limitation. An unbalanced bid shall be considered as grounds for rejecting the entire bid. The City shall award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder as the interest of the City may require.
In accordance with the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has established the general prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification and type of work needed to execute contracts for public works and improvements. The per diem wages published at the date the contract is advertised for bids shall be applicable. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations, are referenced but not printed in said publication. The new wage rates shall become effective on the day following the expiration date and apply to this contract in the same manner as if they had been included or referenced in this contract. The website for California Department of Industrial Relations Prevailing Wage Unit is currently located at www.dir.ca.gov, prevailing wages are located on the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/ pwd/index.htm.
The wage rate for any classification not listed by the California Department of Industrial Relations, but which may be required to execute the proposed contract, shall be in accord with specified rates for similar or comparable classifications or for those performing similar or comparable duties, within the agency’s determinations.
At the time of submitting the bid the Bidder shall be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations in accordance with the provisions of Section 1771.1 of the California Labor Code, as amended by Senate Bill 854. No public work contract may be awarded to a non-registered contractor or subcontractor.
Without exception, the bidder is required to state the name and address of each subcontractor who will perform work or labor or render service to the prime contractor and the portion of the work which each will do in their bid as required by Section 2-3, "Subcontracts", of the Standard Specifications and in conformance with Public Contract Code, Sections 4100 to 4113, inclusive.
The City will not consider awarding any contract based upon any bid submitted by any contractor nor consent to subletting any portions of the Contract to any subcontractor located in a foreign country during any period in which such foreign country is listed by the United States Trade Representative as discriminating against U.S. firms in conducting procurements for public works projects.
All bidders are hereby notified that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, Business Enterprises must be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin consideration for an award.
The Contractor may substitute securities for retention monies pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300. Date this 11th day of September, 2025
CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Published: Malibu Times on September 18, 2025 and September 25, 2025
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FRENCH WITH JENN
1317 SILVER LAKE BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90026, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):
Registered Owner(s): JENNIFER LECHEVALLIER
1317 SILVER LAKE BOULEVARD LOS ANGELES, CA 90026
If Corporation or LLC- State of Incorporation/Organization
This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL
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, JENNIFER LECHEVALLIER, OWNER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 9/8/2025 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: 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9/2025 MALIBU 216
PUBLIC NOTICE
APN: 4470-024-055, 4470-024-054 T.S. No. 2025-1771 and 4470-024-047 Order No. 2642541CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/18/2022. 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, payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a 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 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: YURI SPIRO, TRUSTEE OF THE YURI SPIRO FAMILY TRUST DATED MAY 3, 2002 Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 4/26/2022 as Instrument No. 20220451024 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale :10/16/2025 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $3,950,597.76 Street Address or other common designation of purported real property: 31740 BROAD BEACH ROAD MALIBU, CA 90265 A.P.N.: 4470-024-055, 4470-024-054 and 4470-024-047 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 trustee within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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 FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986-9342 or visit this internet web-site www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-1771. 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 web-site. 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 if conducted after January 1, 2021, 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 FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986-9342, or visit this internet website www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-1771 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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. Date: 9/5/2025 S.B.S.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION
The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, October 20, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA on the projects identified below.
Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to planningcommission@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 24-014, VARIANCE NOS. 24-025, 24-026 AND 24-027, AND OFFER-TO-DEDICATE NO. 24-029 - An application to construct a new 2,536 square foot, two-story single-family residence, with an attached two-car garage with roof deck, retaining walls, landscaping, hardscaping, seawall, and construction of a new onsite wastewater treatment system; including a variance (VAR) for construction on slopes steeper than 2.5 to 1 to allow for construction on a site subject to landslide activity, a VAR to reduce the required factor of safety setback, a VAR to reduce the required amount of unenclosed parking to one space, and an Offer to Dedicate to dedicate a lateral access easement along the shoreline at the rear of the property
Location: 20222 Pacific Coast Highway
APN(s): 4450-003-012
Zoning: Multi-family Beach Front (MFBF)
Applicant: Block & Block
Owner: GKGD Heritage Trust
Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and 15303(e)
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 24-057, SITE PLAN REVIEW NOS. 24-028 AND 25-019, AND MINOR
MODIFICATION NO. 25-001 - An application for the construction of a new two-story, single-family residence with attached garage and associated development; including site plan reviews for construction above 18 feet in height up to 24 feet for a flat roof and for development on slopes steeper than 3 to 1 but less than 2.5 to 1, and a minor modification for a reduction in the front yard setback by no more than fifty percent
Location: 5937 Trancas Canyon Road
APN(s): 4470-003-027
Zoning: Rural Residential-Five Acre (RR-5)
Applicant: Malibu Land Group LLC
Owner: Trancas Canyon LLC
Appealable to: City Council
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(e) and 15303(a)
Application Filed: October 18, 2024
Case Planner: Alexander da Silva, Associate Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 314 adasilva@malibucity.org
EXTENSION OF COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 16-024, SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 18-027, AND DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 19-022 - A request to extend the Planning Commission's approval to construct a new 11,170 square foot, one-story, single-family residence including an attached four-car garage and 992 square foot basement, swimming pool and spa, fire department turnaround and driveway improvements, retaining walls, grading, decks, open-air trellises, two water tanks, hardscaping and landscaping, and a new onsite wastewater treatment system; including a site plan review for remedial grading to remediate slope failure due to failed drainage devices and demolition permit to demolish the existing foundation, swimming pool and spa and abandon the existing onsite wastewater treatment system
Location: 22271 Carbon Mesa Road APN(s): 4451-012-043
Zoning: Rural Residential-Ten Acre (RR-10)
Applicant: Keystone Strategic Planning
Owner: Map Properties, LLC
Appealable to: City Council
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301(e), 15303(e), 15303(a), and 15304(b) Extension Filed: August 28, 2025 Case Planner: Richard Greenbauer, Contract Planner (949) 489-1442, extension 132 greenbauer@civicsolutions.com
For the projects identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Community Development Director has analyzed these proposed projects and found that they are listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the projects are categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. The Community Development Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to these projects (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).
Extension requests will be presented on consent calendar based on staff’s recommendation but any person wishing to be heard may request at the beginning of the meeting to have the application addressed separately. Please see the recording secretary before start of the meeting to have an item removed from consent calendar.
A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the projects. All persons wishing to address the Commission regarding these matters will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Commission’s procedures.
Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the Planning Commission on, or before, the date of the meeting.
LOCAL APPEAL – A decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council by an aggrieved person by written statement setting forth the grounds for appeal. An appeal shall be filed with the City Clerk within ten days following the date of action (15 days for tentative maps) for which the appeal is made and shall be accompanied by an appeal form and filing fee, as specified by the City Council. Appeal forms may be found online at www.malibucity.org/ planningforms or in person at City Hall, or by calling (310) 456-2489, extension 246.
COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the Planning Commission’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE CITY’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Yolanda Bundy, Community Development Director
Publish Date: September 25, 2025 MALIBU 218
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION
The Malibu Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, October 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA on the project identified below.
Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to planningcommission@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-034 - An application to construct new two-story, 18-foot high, 4,856 square foot single-family residence, including a 791 square foot attached garage and a 824 square foot second-story second unit, landscaping, hardscape, grading, fire department turnaround area, vehicular access gate, and the installation of a new onsite wastewater treatment system
Location: 33008 Pacific Coast Highway APN: 4473-017-009
Zoning: Rural Residential-Two Acre (RR-2)
Applicant: Schmitz & Associates, Inc.
Owner: Blufftop1 LLC
Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and 15303(e)
Application Filed: May 17, 2023
Case Planner: Raneika Brooks, Principal Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 276 rbrooks@malibucity.org
For the project identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Community Development Director has analyzed this proposed project and found that it is listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. The Community Development Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to this project (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).
A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the project. All persons wishing to address the Commission regarding this matter will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Commission’s procedures.
Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the Planning Commission on, or before, the date of the meeting.
LOCAL APPEAL – A decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council by an aggrieved person by written statement setting forth the grounds for appeal. An appeal shall be filed with the City Clerk within ten days following the date of action (15 days for tentative maps) for which the appeal is made and shall be accompanied by an appeal form and filing fee, as specified by the City Council. Appeal forms may be found online at www.malibucity.org/planningforms or in person at City Hall, or by calling (310) 456-2489, extension 246.
COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the Planning Commission’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805-585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE CITY’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Yolanda Bundy, Community Development Director
Publish Date: September 25, 2025 MALIBU 219
PUBLIC NOTICE
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OWNER: FULL NAME AND COMPLETE ADDRESS: 13 STARS, P.O. BOX 1127, MALIBU, CA 90265, HAYLEY MATTSON, PRESIDENT, P.O. BOX 1127, MALIBU, CA 90265, CAMI MARTIN, Secretary, P.O. BOX 1127, MALIBU, CA 90265 KNOWN BONDHOLDERS, MORTGAGEES, AND OTHER SECURITY HOLDERS OWNING OR HOLDING 1 PERCENT OR MORE OF TOTAL AMOUNT OF BONDS, MORTGAGES, OR OTHER SECURITIES. NONE TAX STATUS: HAS NOT CHANGED DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS PUBLICATION TITLE: MALIBU TIMES ISSUE DATE FOR CIRCULATION DATA BELOW: 08/25/2028 EXTENT AND NATURE OF CIRCULATION: WEEKLY NEWSPAPER AVERAGE NO. COPIES EACH ISSUE DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS NO. COPIES OF SINGLE ISSUE PUBLISHED NEAREST TO FILING DATE
TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES…………8500……………..8500
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Pepperdine’s Brady Siravo claims Sahalee Players Championship title
Senior golfer’s clutch birdie on the 17th secures his second collegiate win as Waves finish seventh overall in Washington
By McKENZIE JACKSON
Pepperdine men’s golfer Brady Siravo won the Sahalee Players Championship at the Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, Washington, on Sept. 7.
Siravo, a senior, shot a 213 (73-68-72) to lead the Waves to a seventh-place finish out of 12 teams.
Siravo, an All-West Coast Conference first team performer the past two seasons, was in a four-way tie for first place at the beginning of the Championship’s final day.
Siravo held steady in a three-way tie atop the leaderboard until his decisive birdie on the 17th hole.
The victory in Washington state was Siravo’s second collegiate tournament win. The Sacramento native previously won the 2024 West Coast Conference Championship.
Harry Takis of San Diego State and Daniel Bennett of Texas tied for second place with 2-under 214 scores.
Pepperdine’s Mahanth Chirravuri, a senior, tied for sixth with three other players. The Golfweek Preseason All-American had a score of 218 (7170-75). Chirravuri is on the Haskins Award watch list. The honor is annually given to the top U.S. college golfer.
Pepperdine junior Willy Walsh’s 227 (75-71-81) score tied him at 41st, while sophomore Luke Bailey placed 50th with a score of 230 (76-75-79).
Sophomore Byungho Lee competed as an individual. He placed 60th with a score of 241 (81-8080). Luke Dariotis, a freshman, finished tied for 71st. He scored 243 (80-82-81) in his first college tournament.
Arizona State won the tournament with a score of 867 (295-277-295), followed by Texas and UCLA. The U.S. Junior National Team finished fourth. San Diego State, North Carolina, and Pepperdine followed in fifth, sixth, and seventh place, respectively.
The Waves scored 886 (295-284-307).
Arizona fell behind Pepperdine. Washington was ninth followed by Florida, Northwestern, and Oregon.
The Waves will play in the two-day Invitational at The Honors Course in Ooltewah, Tennessee, beginning on Sept. 15. The squad will then participate in the Ben Hogan Collegiate Invitational, another two-day tournament, in Fort Worth, Texas, on Sept. 29-30.
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Pepperdine golfer Brady Siravo holds up his Sahalee Player Championship trophy at the close of the tournament Sept. 7 in Sammamish, Washingon. The senior posted a three-round score of 213 to top all golfers, leading the Waves to a seventh-place finish in the team competition. Photo from University of Washington Athletics