Hidden Hills Community Register • February 2023

HIDDEN HILLS

HIDDEN HILLS

COMMUNITY REGISTER & RESOURCE GUIDE

• Stuart siegel’s retirement • how do you plan to respond in an emergency

• a look at hidden hills traffic signs

• Veterinary emergencies

• ryokan romance at nobu malibu•

Your Award Winning Realtor

What brought you to real estate? I have a great love for the arts and for helping people in general. My fat her was a contractor and I have been on construction sites of homes for as long as I can remember, funny I even spent some summers spackling nails and sanding down dry wall! So real estate has always been part of my life. After working in production, I am able to combine my love of being creative and assisting people through one of the most important investments of their lives.

What is your mission? My mission is to provide the most professional, informative, ethical, loyal, and dedicated services by putting my clients first. I am committed to making my clients a top priority as well as provide an incomparable level of service.

What stands you apart from other agents? I truly believe people should not be pushed into a sale. Buying or selling a home is a huge decision, so many factors weigh heavy on a transaction. Emotions are running high and it is important to take time to find the perfect home. While this may not sound as aggressive as the approach other agents take, to me, it is more important to support your client. I also offer turnkey services, which includes staging a property to make sure it is in the perfect state before going to the market and many other things after the sale. I don’t sell and tell, and I certainly don’t sell and run.

Why are you thriving in your 40s? Embracing my 40s has been very powerful in my business. My journey has lead me to knowing who I am and what I can bring to the table in every deal I am a part of. Continuing to use my experience and knowledge from years past in this industry to guide my clients in making informed decisions for their most important asset. My work ethic, guidance and relationships I have built throughout the years lead me to having a record-breaking year and receiving the Agent of The Year Award at The Beverly Hills Estates.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Hidden Hills Forcast Predicts Snow! First Friday’s Return. Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Upgrades.

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PAST EVENTS

Grease is the Word! Jaxx Theatricals’ delighted fans by celebrating the nostalgia of the 1950s movie.

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STUART SIEGEL’S RETIREMENT

After 28 years on the Hidden Hills City Council, Stuart Siegel retires.

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WHAT THE PLAN

How do you plan to respond in an emergency that may disrupt your life?

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VETERINARY EMERGENCIES

A helpful guide to taking your pet in for emergency treatment.

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READING THE ROAD

A look at the Hidden Hills traffic signs and what they mean.

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HIDDEN HILLS NAMESAKES

Bill Cody Road named after William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody.

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HAPPIEST TRAILS

The Jed Smith Trail offers a relaxed hike that winds for about a mile filled with beautiful scenery.

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FARMER’S MARKET SPOTLIGHT

Adolfo Leal from Reyes Ranch a local Ventura County Farm, shares his smile and fresh produce.

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LOCAL RECIPES

Charcuterie Boards: Everything tastes better when we’re together.

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RYOKAN ROMANCE

A Valentine’s get-a-way at the exclusive beach front destination Nobu Ryokan Malibu.

As we welcome February and look to warmer days ahead our communities are still recovering from the severe rain storm that we encountered last month. We are grateful for all the emergency service teams that keep our homes and families safe.

For this issue we attended the Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station first Safety Symposium, which went over personal and community preparedness concepts of emergency planning just before the storm rolled in. We hope you find it to be a helpful resource to help you plan ahead and keep your families safe.

Every month we are dedicated to provide you content that shines a positive light on the people,

issues, events and interests within our community. It is only through the generous support of our advertisers that we are able to provide this publication exclusively for the community with the help and involvement of many of our friends and neighbors.

As always, we are here to tell your story and the stories that are uniquely “Hidden Hills,” and beyond so please reach out any time you have an idea or would like to get involved.

We hope you all have a wonderful February, and a Happy Valentine’s Day. We appreciate all your support and hope you enjoy this issue of Hidden Hills Community Register.

REAL ESTATE AGENTS

THE SHEVINS (PG. 2)

DANIELLE PERETZ ( PG. 4)

MICHELLE GRACI (PG. 6)

MIKE BLOOM (PG. 8)

THE IMPROTA TEAM (PG. 17)

DAVID SALMONSON (PG. 28)

LISA MORIARITY (PG. 33)

FRONTGATE REAL ESTATE (PG. 51)

AUTOMOTIVE

ICON GOLF CARS (PG. 52)

DINING

DASHA’S KITCHEN (PG. 29)

LOVI’S DELI (PG. 37)

RIB RANCH BBQ (PG. 41)

ANIMAL CARE

ALLIE TASHNEK (PG. 25)

START RESCUE (PG. 40)

HOME SERVICES

UNIVERSAL KITCHEN AND APPLIANCES CENTER (PG. 9)

MURRE CLEANERS (PG. 10)

ORGNZE (PG. 44)

MOSQUITO SQUAD (PG. 44)

DESIGN LIGHTING AND INSTALLATION (PG. 46)

CONEJO HARDWOODS (PG. 15)

EDUCATION

DANCE DIMENSIONS (PG. 36)

SYNERGY ACADEMICS (PG. 12)

FINANCIAL SERVICES

THE DAVIS GROUP (PG. 21)

HEALTH/WELLNESS/ BEAUTY

DR. MILO (PG. 12)

OXYGEN YOGA & FITNESS (PG. 13)

COURTYARD PHARMACY (PG. 24)

COMPLETE HEALTH DENTISTRY (PG. 45)

TRAVEL

DISTINCTIVE RESORTS (PG. 44)

nic & hayley Mattson

lonna Weber

Hidden Hills Rainbow

Photo by Wendy Bellissimo

FEBRUARY 2023

Hidden Hills forecast predicts snow!

The HHCA Parks & Recreation Committee has issued a winter storm warning. Clear skies, cool temperatures, and record breaking snow are expected in Hidden Hills at the Annual Winter Social & Snow Event on Saturday, February 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Saddle Creek Arena. More frosty details to be revealed when tickets go on sale.

Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Upgrades

The Las Virgenes Municipal Water District is upgrading their pump station located at the corner of Round Meadow and Jed Smith Roads, next to the Little Red Bus Stop. A pepper tree will be removed and an emergency back-up generator will be installed. This project is being completed to ensure the uninterrupted distribution of water to residents during an unplanned power outage in Hidden Hills. Work will continue through Spring 2023.

‘Know Your Zone’ Campaign

The Los Angeles County Fire Department launched the “Know Your Zone” campaign and the Zonehaven AWARE platform. “Zonehaven” is an interactive online tool designed to provide evacuation, shelter, and real-time information during a large-scale emergency in LA County. Zones will be used in emergency alert notifications, so knowing the name of your zone is an important part of an emergency plan.

LA County Fire, with LA County Sheriff, has divided the City of Hidden Hills into two zones. Hidden Hills residents are either in Zone HID-C501 or HID-C502, with Round Meadow Road being the primary intersection of the two zones. Residents are encouraged to visit community.zonehaven.com to search their address and learn their zone. Learn more about public alert and warning systems in LA County at ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications/

First Fridays Hangout

New Online City Building & Safety Services

The City’s Building and Safety Department has started providing online services for permit and plan check submittals. The new online portal allows interested parties to submit a permit application, upload any required plan check documents, and pay the permit and/or plan check fee with credit card saving an in person counter visit. The City will utilize electronic plan check software that will allow reviewers in any department to conduct their reviews concurrently, reducing the overall turnaround time.

The City’s Building and Safety Department is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. The Online Permit Center can be accessed via the City website at hiddenhillscity.org

PAST EVENTS is the Word

The movie Grease is 45 years old, and the 1978 film remains a fan-favorite and frequent topic of conversation. The Jaxx Theatricals' version of the musical delighted fans by celebrating the nostalgia of the 1950s. The company of twenty-seven young and fun Hidden Hills Junior Players transformed the theater stage to Rydell High School with greasers, hot rods, malt shops, rock n’ roll songs, and lots of dancing about friendship, teenage rebellion, and of course, love.

THE CAST OF GREASE

It’s Electrifying!

Time to enjoy the view

STUART SIEGEL’S RETIREMENT

I wanted to do and sometimes it’s good to let new people take over.” As a longtime Hidden Hills resident, Stuart embraced his role on the council and felt that small city politics were genuine and loved tackling the issues that arose. “Being on the council is like a team sport,” he says, “…some things I was heavily involved in and others I was there simply to assist my fellow council members.” With no intention of moving, Stuart will continue to be involved in the Hidden Hills community, but this time as a homeowner, a friend, and fellow neighbor.

In 1989, Stuart, his wife and children moved into Hidden Hills. His three children grew up going to all the local public schools. He joined the city council because he was drawn to the issues. He served two terms on the HOA board and then ran with fellow friend, Monty Fisher (who passed away a few years ago), for a position on the council. “In the beginning,” he says, “there was one city manager and one city clerk. Anyone could walk into the building, there was no separate office, and speak directly to City Manager, Cherie Paglia.” People would stop him in the local market or call him at home with concerns. “I liked being accessible to the town members and it kept all of us involved and up to date on what was happening in the community,” he says.

Stuart and his business partners run local indoor swap meets and he felt it gave him great insight into governing the small community of Hidden Hills. “The swap meet was like running a city,” he says. His business often had over 100 vendors, maintenance people, a security force, and he ran three separate swap meets for years. His children worked with him at the swap meets during their teenage years and his employees and vendors were like family. They stayed for decades growing with the company. One of the managers of his Panorama City location started to work for him while in high school and is still with the company today.

“I am proud that as a council member, I was part of some extraordinary legislation,” he says. He was part of the council team that saved Ahmanson Ranch from development. He worked with the council to come up with a plan to remodel, widen and change the Long Valley Road entrance of Hidden Hills. “It has been a long time coming,” he says, “…but it will begin soon and should help to ease congestion.” The council also hired a lobbyist to work with state legislators to protect the community

By Debbie Yanuck

Stuart taking the oath of office after being elected.

from legislation as it is a constant battle to retain autonomy. He also worked hard with the council to ensure that the two governmental agencies of the city, the Homeowners’ Association and the City Council worked closely together. Keeping the two entities aligned enabled them to operate best for the homeowners of Hidden Hills.

“The Woolsey fire highlighted the fact that this community, in times of need, comes together to help however they are needed,” he says, “… the public showed up to volunteer; to help homeowners get their animals out of harm’s way, to find places for people to evacuate to, and then they came back to man the phones throughout the night.” Homeowners Britt Aaronson and Bret Katz were just two of the many volunteers who slept

at City Hall night after night watching over the town. A goat herder, hired by the city, showed up every season to bring his goats to clear all the brush and vegetation surrounding Hidden Hills, and they were so effective that not one home burned. Stuart says, “The fact that the community is very proactive, helped immeasurably during the fire.”

Over his many years in Hidden Hills, Stuart says the town has changed, but for the better. The community events are bigger, with the advent of the farmers’ market, food trucks, summer camp programs and the addition of pickleball events. He says, “Of course there are different issues from 1990 to today, 2022, but the flavor of Hidden Hills remains the same: a tight knit community with a small-town vibe.”

What’s the plan?

How do you plan to respond in an emergency that may disrupt your life?

By Britt Aaronson

Our region is subject to many destructive forces including earthquakes, floods, landslides, wildfires, tornadoes, tsunamis, hazardous material releases, terrorism, crime, and civil unrest. Preparedness is the ability to take care of your own needs as well as those you are responsible for rather than asking for help during a crisis. The Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station presented the first Safety Symposium to explain personal and community preparedness concepts since residents are an important component of the emergency planning process.

This event was for all cities and residents in the region and hosted at the Westlake Village City Hall. One of the highlights were the speakers including Captain Jennifer Seetoo of the Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station, Chief Drew Smith of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station Juvenile Team Sargeant Bell Velek, and Dr Carlo Reyes with Los Robles Regional Medical Center. Two mini therapy horses were present, bringing a sense of calm, comfort, and happiness to the crowds circulating around the civic center.

The personal safety track led by Captain Seetoo focused on ways to keep oneself, ones home, or business safe from crimes occurring in our area. The Captain recognizes that in the U.S. there are approximately 5 million physical assaults each year and “Not everyone carries a gun or a knife, so what can we do? Run and try to get away. There are no rules except do not get into a criminal's vehicle.” We can help protect ourselves by mastering the acronym SASSY: Style (attention to what you are wearing and how it may endanger/help you), Alertness, Situational Awareness, Self Defense, and You.

Attendees learned how to avoid dangerous situations and how to respond if assistance is required. Lost Hills Detective Heather Parks focused on statistics and prevention tips for securing personal, household and vehicles against burglaries and other threats. Guests learned it was a good idea to protect one's valuables by removing items from our cars, locking doors and windows, activating home alarm systems, and notifying your local Sheriff’s station when you go out of town so they can complete a courtesy “vacation watch” of your home.

Los Angeles County Fire Department Battalion Chief Drew Smith discussed the importance of having an emergency plan in place as situations can quickly become disasters that have the potential to overwhelm local resources. The Chief reasoned “Everybody should have a heightened awareness on being prepared, being set in the case of a wildfire. Your fire and law agencies do a lot of preparedness. We are set right now to enact an emergency response… It all comes down to time for us. How much time we have to employ tactics. Time is the significant factor on what our options are for public safety.”

Conceding large events may challenge emergency services, it is best to communicate arrangements with your family in advance and use common sense when assessing conditions to ensure safety. Best practices for landscaping, home hardening, and following guidelines (see sidebar) can increase public self-sufficiency so first responders can focus their efforts in areas where they can do the most good: helping endangered people and heavily impacted areas.

Kevin McGowan serves as the Director of the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management leading an all-hazards emergency management program responsible for countywide emergency preparedness, planning, coordination, training, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. A major disaster can leave people homeless and strain food, water, and shelter resources. He spoke on how his office assists, and what individuals can include in an emergency kit. Basic needs are items necessary to sustain life, such as enough food, water, clothing, bedding, fuel, and medications for the humans and pets in your life for at least 10 to 30 days.

The vendors present from the Yarrow Family YMCA, EPIC- Fire Safety Council, Modernize My Fight Personal Defense, Conejo Public Health Services, and the Department of Animal Care and Control highlighted skills to help one develop confidence in dealing with any situation that might arise. Guests met directly with city and school officials, speakers, station personnel, and vendors to learn how to survive and recover after a disaster.

The first Safety Symposium was an effective starting point for increasing awareness about a variety of safety related topics. The event featured lectures, educational sessions, as well as interactive demonstrations with numerous vendors sharing how to prepare for emergencies. The public were provided with practical knowledge and skills to keep themselves and their loved ones safe, while protecting their property in the case of an emergency.

The Westlake Village City Hall hosted the first Safety Symposium in its City Council Chambers.

INGREDIENTS:

FOUR STEPS TO PREPAREDNESS!

4 cups chopped unpeeled sugar pumpkin

It is time to start thinking about what to do in an emergency before it happens. You can be better prepared for the next disaster by following these four guidelines:

15 sage leaves

½ cup pumpkin seeds (from sugar pumpkin or pre bagged)

6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

HAVE A PLAN

2 ½ Tbsp. honey

1 ½ tsp. kosher salt

½ tsp. black pepper

3 Tbsp. white wine vinegar

2 tsp. Dijon mustard

5 oz. mixed baby greens

A good place to begin is by writing a Family Emergency Plan that includes every member of your household, including pets. Learn the location of your utility meters and shut off valves. Identify the threats in your area and meeting places for your household members. For more web based assistance, go to www.ready.gov and go to Make a Plan.

Crumbled goat cheese & Sweetened dried cranberries to taste

KEEP SUPPLIES

Greta Goldshtein, PharmD, APh

It’s been one year since COVID-19 changed lives and disrupted health routines.

DIRECTIONS:

A disaster supply kit is any pre-assembled group of items that will improve the health and safety of your family and pets during a disaster. Keep 10 to 30 days of essential supplies in your home, work, car, or school.

STAY INFORMED

Toss sugar pumpkin, sage leaves, pumpkin seeds, 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 Tbsp. honey, 1 tsp. kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 425°F until the pumpkin is tender and golden, 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cool for 10 minutes.

It is important to know how you will be notified before, during, and after an emergency. Remember that a battery powered weather or car radio may be the easiest way to listen to emergency broadcasts. Register for Hidden Hill’s notifications through the Blackboard Connect system at www.hiddenhills.bbcportal.com. Register for L.A. County’s notification system at Alert.lacounty.gov. For updates after a disaster, there are websites through the National Weather Service www.noaa.gov and L.A. County at www.lacounty.info

To make the dressing, whisk remaining 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, remaining 1 Tbsp. honey, and remaining 1/2 tsp. kosher salt and 1/4 tsp. black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.

Combine mixed baby greens, goat cheese, cranberries, roasted pumpkin, and seeds on a large serving platter. Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve. HH

GET INVOLVED

Always dial 911 because you may be the first person to spot an emergency or notify authorities. Never assume others have called and keep in mind, each call received may provide additional needed information. Your Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) or Neighborhood Watch network can help provide reliable information or assistance after a disaster to decrease dependence on first responders.

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Hospitals, and Long Wait Times

Walking into the animal emergency room can be a daunting experience these days. Because of the veterinary staff and veterinarian shortage, veterinary hospitals are often at capacity, have very long wait times, or are shut down completely. In this article we will help guide you through the process of taking your pet in for emergency treatment, and hopefully answer some questions you may have along the way.

There are many types of veterinary hospitals such as emergency specialty clinics, urgent care clinics, and general practice clinics. These are guidelines, but in general, an emergency animal hospital has specially trained doctors and staff to treat the most serious of emergencies. These emergency departments are most often associated with a specialty hospital that has multiple departments, such as internal medicine, cardiology, surgery, or neurology. They also often have an ICU, or intensive care unit, with highly trained staff caring for pets 24 hours a day. Oftentimes the emergency department is also open 24/7.

around the neck and chest, rattlesnake bite, excessive bleeding, difficulty breathing, or inability to urinate. Signs that can indicate a life threatening emergency include white or blue gum color, bruising of the gums, collapse, disorientation, swollen face or tongue, or seizures that will not stop.

If your pet is experiencing any of these symptoms, go directly to your nearest full service emergency room. It is always a good idea to call ahead and make sure they are prepared to receive your pet. For instance, with rattlesnake bites, the hospital must ensure they have enough anti venom available to treat your pet, so it’s a good idea to give them a warning you are on the way over. Once your pet arrives, emergency technicians will often take your pet to the treatment room to assess them. They will gather vital signs, and assess the stability of the patient. If needed, they will administer oxygen, stop bleeding, or perform whatever life saving measures need to be performed immediately. If your pet is stable, he or she will often be returned to you to wait until the doctor is available, or they may be held in the treatment area while monitoring is continued. Although it may not be visible from the lobby or parking lot, often there are very sick pets that are behind closed doors that the doctors are caring for. Most emergency hospitals have ICUs full of critically ill pets, and while the lobby may be empty, that doesn’t mean that the treatment areas and patient wards are empty.

This differs from an urgent care clinic which will see urgent cases, often with more limited hours of operation, and without specialty departments and a dedicated ICU. Often these clinics can handle the majority of emergencies, but serious illnesses and injuries will often get referred to a full service specialty hospital, much like in human medicine. General practice clinics treat routine illnesses and ailments, and are often open during regular business hours. Oftentimes, general practice clinics do not offer hospitalization or other critical care services because they are not staffed overnight or on weekends.

Emergency and urgent care clinics will triage pets, much like the Emergency Department at the human hospital. Those with the most severe and life threatening illnesses and injuries will be seen first. While of course this saves the most lives, this practice can often lead to long wait times for those with pets that are not truly experiencing a life threatening emergency. A disclaimer before we go on- if you are concerned for your pet, proceed to the closest available medical care as soon as possible. The following is to help elucidate how cases are handled at many urgent and emergency clinics, and how to make the best decision for your pet.

For severe life threatening emergencies, get your pet in the car and drive directly to the closest emergency hospital. It’s a good idea to know the local ERs in your area before you need one. Examples of true emergencies include, but are not limited to: ingesting poison or a toxin, heat stroke, allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), uncontrolled and active seizures, collapse, bloat, major trauma including hit by car, major bite wounds especially

There are many other illnesses that are urgent and should be seen in a timely manner but are not immediately life threatening including, but not limited to: frequent vomiting, bloody diarrhea, suspected fractures, paralysis, or blood in the urine. Although these are urgent, oftentimes emergency departments are seeing the most life-threatening cases first and these urgent cases will have to wait to be seen until other patients are stable. Emergency departments will triage these cases and assess their status to make sure they are stable when you first arrive, but then will bring your pet back to wait with you until the doctor is available.

Of course, many other non-urgent illnesses also come into the emergency room, oftentimes because they are unable to obtain an appointment with their regular veterinarian in a timely manner. Ailments such as skin disorders, ear infections, minor wounds, and chronic conditions often are the cases that will need to wait the longest at the emergency room. Although long wait times can be stressful and frustrating, please keep in mind that if you are waiting it means your pet is stable, while other pet owners may not be as lucky.

Unfortunately, all types of veterinary clinics and hospitals are overbooked and understaffed right now, but I assure you that veterinarians and their staff want the very best for your pet. We ask that pet owners be patient and trust that we are doing our best to care for your pets. Hopefully this article helps to answer some questions as to what is going on behind the scenes at the local emergency veterinary hospital and sheds light on why we are seeing such long wait times.

Veterinarians and their staff want the very best for your pet

You may have recently noticed the posted 30 mph speed limits have changed for the first time in Hidden Hills history. In the early fall of 2021, the City of Hidden Hills initiated a few initial speed surveys and consulted with a traffic engineer but no formal study was performed. Last year, an independent traffic engineer was hired to perform a traffic study on reducing speed limits, roadway signage, and related safety concerns throughout Hidden Hills at a cost of $13,400. At the February 28, 2022 City Council meeting, the City Council approved a budget adjustment of $13,000 for the project and used the Restricted Traffic Safety Fund to pay for the study. The final cost of the project came in at $15,400 which was authorized by the City Manager under his spending authority.

To address their concerns, the City Council approved the extension of the Round Meadow Elementary School 15 mph speed zone and the inclusion of a new 15 mph Community Use Speed Zone and four new speed humps in front of the Community Center Long Valley Road. They lowered speed limits to 25 mph on Eldorado Meadow and Jim Bridger Roads, installed a four way stop sign at the intersection at Round Meadow and Hoback Glen Roads, and another at the intersection at Jed Smith and Fitzpatrick Roads. The speed reductions and bumps are meant to increase safety by requiring drivers to slow down to better navigate the numerous construction sites, vehicles, horses, bike riders, pets, pedestrians, and other possible hazards. A Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department motorcycle officer is under contract by the City for twenty hours a week to ticket violations to those breaking traffic laws.

The City is responsible for signs on the public roads and the Hidden Hills Community Association (HHCA) is responsible for signs on the private roads in our gated community. The HHCA managed Round Meadow, Long Valley, and Spring Valley Gates play a crucial role in the efficiency of traffic flow. The guards assess entry information and provide directions to nearby locations including houses, schools, government buildings, horse arenas, and other HHCA facilities. They ensure everyone is secure, however they do not issue citations to reckless drivers.

On the roadways, horses have the right of way over bikes, motorcycles, cars, or pedestrians. One of the residents’ unique needs is clearly indicating areas where motorized vehicles are prohibited, such as our extensive trail system. Street signs need to be clearly visible, legible, and in good condition,and these organizations guarantee they are properly installed, maintained, and lawful.

All vehicles must follow changing signage and traffic laws or else they will be subject to fines. In addition, the HHCA activated traffic cameras to record any vehicles exceeding the newly posted speed limits. Speeding is a serious concern and the association hopes the cameras will assist in ensuring the safety of all residents, their families, guests, vendors, and pets.

Bicyclist & Motorized Vehicle Responsibilities:

• Control your speed.

• Yield right of way to pedestrians and horses.

• Obey all traffic signs.

• Signal when turning.

• Drive to the right.

• Be alert at intersections for school buses, horses, & children.

• Do not pass unless visibility ahead shows no riders or pedestrians in the roadway. Only pass at 10 mph or stop if necessary.

Pedestrian Responsibilities:

• Walk to the right.

• Be alert and aware of horseback riders on trails and parkways. Stand quietly to the right of the trail and allow horse and rider to pass.

Equestrian Responsibilities:

• Slow to a walk within 100 feet when approaching oncoming riders or overtaking another rider or pedestrian.

• Pass to the left.

• Ride single file when passing or being passed, on parkways, and roadways.

• Look both ways before entering or crossing a trail or roadway to avoid collisions.

• Walking, trotting, and slowly cantering are proper etiquette on horse trails.

• Put the horse in a walk on any paved surface.

• Helmets are advised.

• Request vehicles wait as any nervous horse is moved onto the parkway or closest trail.

City of Hidden Hills

Major Traffic Improvements

as of November 9, 2022

City roads speed limits or signs have been changed at the following locations

(please see map ABOVE):

Eldorado Meadow Road and Jim Bridger Road - reduction of speed limit on both roads to 25 mph

Intersection at Round Meadow Road and Hoback Glen Road - installation of new stop signs on Round Meadow (All-Way Stop)

Intersection at Jed Smith Road and Fitzpatrick Road - installation of new stop signs on Jed Smith (All-Way Stop)

Round Meadow Road - extension of the 15 mph School Speed Zone from Round Meadow School to John Colter Road

Long Valley Road - inclusion of a new 15 mph Community Use Speed Zone and four new speed humps in front of the Community Center

Speed Limit along Eldorado Meadow will be changed from 30 MPH to 25 MPH

Speed Limit along Jim Bridger Rd will be changed from 30 MPH to 25 MPH

Additional STOP signs to be installed at Round Meadow-Hoback Glen intersection to create All-Way STOP intersection

Additional STOP signs to be installed at Jed Smith-Fitzpatrick intersection to create All-Way STOP intersection

Introduction of 15 MPH Community Zone in front of Community Center and installation of four Speed Humps

Extension of 15 MPH School Zone inside Round Meadow Gate to John Colter Rd

HIDDEN HILLS NAMESAKES

THE WORD ON THE STREETS

“Buffalo Bill” Cody was America’s ideal fellow: a courtly, chivalrous, selfmade man who could shoot a gun while charming a crowd. As Annie Oakley put it, “He was the simplest of men, as comfortable with cowboys as with kings.” Cody was a famous American frontiersman and scout known for his remarkable skills as a hunter and his daring exploits on the American frontier. He was also a successful entrepreneur and the founder of the “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World” show that evolved into an international institution and made him one of the first celebrities with worldwide renown. Because of his many achievements and larger-than-life global personality, it is not surprising that many destinations are named after him, including our very own Bill Cody Road.

William Frederick Cody was born on February 26, 1846 in Le Claire, Iowa and named after his father Isaac Cody, a farmer and Baptist preacher. Cody’s mother, Mary Ann Bonsell, was of English and Dutch descent. He grew up on a family farm in Kansas and Nebraska, but his life was forever changed when his father tragically died in 1857. In order to support his family, Cody left home at the age of 11 to become a messenger for the Western Union Telegraph Company. By 14 he began the first of 2 tours as a rider for the Pony Express, gaining the nickname “Buffalo Bill’’ for his skill in hunting to feed the workers on the Kansas Pacific Railroad. It was during this time that he became friends with Wild Bill Hickok, another folk hero of the American Old West known for his life on the frontier as a soldier, scout, lawman, gambler, showman, actor, and for his involvement in many famous gunfights.

Bill Cody Road

WILLIAM FREDERICK “BUFFALO BILL” CODY

BILL CODY

1846 - 1917

In 1864, at the age of 18, Cody enlisted in the United States Army to fight in the Civil War. He served the Union in campaigns against the Kiowa and Comanche and later enlisted with the Seventh Kansas Cavalry, which saw action in Missouri and Tennessee. His military career began when he became a messenger for the army during the Powder River Expedition. He proved to be a valuable asset to the army, and was soon made a scout and guide.

Cody played a key role in several military campaigns including the Red Cloud’s War and the Great Sioux War, and his reputation continued to grow. In all, he is believed to have engaged in 16 Indian fights, including his much-publicized scalping of the Cheyenne warrior Yellow Hair in

Sioux County, Nebraska, which was hailed as a response to the massacre of General Custer’s command at the Battle of the Little Bighorn earlier in the year. After the war, Cody continued to work, becoming well-known for his skills tracking and shooting.

In addition to his military service, Cody was also a prolific hunter and given the name “Buffalo Bill’’ for his talent in slaughtering buffalo. He saw an opportunity to make a fortune by supplying meat to the growing railroad industry and formed the Buffalo Bill Cody Bison Company. By 1876, bison were being killed to near extinction with over 4,000 lives extinguished. With the formation of his company, he continued to be a prominent figure in the American West.

He was the simplest of men, as comfortable with cowboys as with kings.

–Annie Oakley

The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is a complex of five museums and a research library featuring art and artifacts of the American West located in Cody, Wyoming. Cody was founded in 1896 by Colonel William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, who passed through the region in the 1870s.

The fast-shooting Cody’s legendary exploits provided choice material for newspaper reporters and novelists who transformed him into a Western folk hero. A cast of hundreds toured with his show, making him one of the most famous and successful entertainers of his time for his spectacular outdoor “Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World’’ extravaganza. It featured fancy-shooting Annie Oakley and Chief Sitting Bull, as well as re-enactments of events such as a buffalo hunt, the capture of the Deadwood stagecoach, and a Pony Express ride. In 1887, the show was performed for Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee, and it was later staged throughout Europe. It was attended by three million people at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893. By the end of the 19th century, Buffalo Bill was one of the most well-known people in the world.

Later in life Cody became involved in politics and ran for the United States Senate, continuing his involvement in the hunting industry while working to preserve the buffalo population, women’s suffrage, and the fair treatment of American Indians. He invested in projects he hoped might bring economic growth stemming from the recognition of the financial possibilities in dramatizing his wild west adventures. Audiences greeted the showman with overwhelming enthusiasm during his 45 year career as an entertainer.

By the turn of the twentieth century, William Frederick Cody was arguably the most famous American in the world. He is a legendary figure in history best remembered for his role in the settling of the West and for his wild west shows. Every president from Ulysses S. Grant to Woodrow Wilson consulted this folk hero because Buffalo Bill affirmed he was no mere actor rather a major contributor in the creation of America.

“Buffalo Bill”

Cody became the world’s foremost communicator about the history, promise, and enduring spirit of the American West.

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The winter solstice occurred on December 21, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year. We say goodbye to short days and look forward to the extra hours of sunlight ahead in the new year as the air has become crisp and clear. Despite the colder temperatures, this is the time of year the local landscape begins to be blanketed in green grasses from the rains. Traveling on a horse path during the winter solstice can be a unique experience. One rewarding trail can be entered next to 5330 or 5658 Jed Smith Roads.

The Jed Smith North South Trail is wide and well-worn, making it easy to navigate especially for those with little experience hiking or riding. Winding for about a mile through beautiful scenery, it offers plenty of opportunities to admire surrounding nature and backyards with a few exits along the way. The lack of leaves on trees allows for better views to spot wildlife that may not be as visible during other times of the year.

The quiet route offers a relaxed pace at the beginning and ends with a strenuous 30-40 percent grade to the peak of Jacob Hamblin Road in the middle. This can be especially appealing for those who want a contrasting experience of a flat trail to enjoy while pushing themselves physically to the top of an incline. One courtesy to keep in mind when hiking on a horse path is to be respectful of other animals and their riders. Be sure to yield to horses on the trail and give them plenty of space to pass. Additionally, be mindful of mud and horse manure on the trails as it can cause anything from a minor inconvenience to a large injury.

Picking up after your dog is an important responsibility for pet owners whether on the streets or trails. Failing to do so breaks Los Angeles County Code 10.40.066 Waste Removal in addition to having negative impacts on the environment. Dog waste can harbor harmful bacteria and parasites that spread illness to humans and other animals. To prevent these issues, it is important to always carry a bag when walking your dogs and dispose of the waste in conveniently placed trash cans on corners and at trail openings throughout the city. It is just as important to properly throw away dog poop as it is to pick it up. This simple act helps keep our community clean and healthy for everyone to enjoy.

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Pet waste stations can be found along the trail, an important factor in reducing harmful dog waste.

On a weekly basis, Adolfo is dedicated to bringing the healthiest produce to our doorsteps from Reyes Ranch, a local Ventura County farm established in 1852. The Tuesday Farmers Market is a place where neighbors meet neighbors while conveniently purchasing organic foods produced, processed, distributed, and sold within the same region, keeping more money in the local economy. Farmers markets do more than sell vegetables, eggs, and grass-fed meat, they lead to job creation and eating healthier food, assets to the entire community.

Reyes Ranch farm life includes the daily tending to rows of vegetables. The potato planter harvests sweet, butter, red, and yukon gold potatoes that are perfect accompaniments to crisp string and butter green beans. There are many acres of zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, cucumbers, and every herb required to bring your recipe game up a notch. Local produce is safe, fresher, and lasts longer contributing to reduced spoilage, food waste, and carbon footprint, as the food does not need to travel long distances or for long periods of time before reaching the consumer.

Adolfo smiles big as he thanks the community for supporting the Reyes Ranch Farm booth where he guarantees customers will find the most freshly picked, in season produce at its peak flavor and nutrition.

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Start the holiday of love off right with these ideas:

Individual Charcuterie Boards

Friends and family can easily grab a small board of preassembled cheeses and meats to munch on. They’re kid-friendly and make for easy cleanup with no need for plates.

Fruity Charcuterie Boards

Valentine’s Day is packed with dreamy reds and pinks. There are many fruits that bring a variety in texture and taste in holiday colors such as cut strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and cherries. Switch it up by using apples, bananas, blackberries, pineapple, and oranges. Cookie cutters can make different food shapes to be arranged in love related designs.

Dessert or Breakfast Charcuterie Boards

There are charcuterie boards for everyone. Your kids will love piling on the treats like candy, cookies, cheesecake, or delicious brownies. Another idea is to surprise your sweetheart with breakfast in bed after creating a plate with heart-shaped pancakes, bacon, berries, and chocolate.

CHARCUTERIE BOARDS

Rising to prominence in 15th century France, charcuterie boards are here to stay. They are stylish all year round and especially fitting for Valentine’s Day. Designed to gather small bites of different meats and cheeses on one platter, a romantic ambiance can be created by using a red, pink, and white color scheme with fruit, flowers, or heart themed decor.

The great thing is the boards are totally customizable with a variety of delicious cheeses, meats, dips, fresh fruit, vegetables, crackers, breads, and sweet treats. This is a great option if you only have random bits and pieces lying around. The materials required for accompanying your favorite selections can be found at home and include serving trays, cutting boards, boxes, bowls, and individual containers. The utensils needed are knives, spoons, and toothpicks.

Begin by first assembling the cheeses on your platter. A list of recommended Valentine’s Day cheeses are Garlic and Herb Boursin, Wensleydale with cranberries, Sharp cheddar, and Plain Goat Cheese with pink food coloring. Next add your favorite meats or proteins. Pour on the nuts, olives, fruits, or spreads. The last step is to fill in the board with candies and chocolates. It is always a beautiful touch to embellish with lace, candles, or flowers before serving your guests.

Everything tastes better when we’re together

Ryokan Romance

By Elyse Glickman

Nobu Ryokan Malibu

22752 Pacific Coast Hwy

Malibu, CA 90265

noburyokanmalibu.com

For many Los Angeles-area couples, the Pacific Ocean is an absolute go-to for a couple’s retreat destination, especially on Valentine’s Day, honeymoons, engagements, babymoons, a special anniversary, or a birthday. Nobu Ryokan Malibu does one better by integrating a lovingly conceived taste of authentic Japan into the fabric of the city’s most prestigious backyard. At the best waterfront spas in both Japan and Southern California, the sensory bounty of nature is built into the romantic setting, from the calming rush of ocean waves to natureinspired minimalist interior design, thoughtfully prepared meals, and carefully manicured gardens inspiring meditation and reflection.

The Nobu Ryokan is a beautifully landscaped reinterpretation of the ryokan, a traditional Japanese spa-like inn, overlooking Carbon Beach.

The exclusive lifestyle-driven beach destination begins with a oneof-a-kind ambiance achieved through collaboration between design firms Studio PCH, Montalba Architects, and TAL Studios artfully melding Malibu’s world-famous oceanfront luxury lodging with the graceful simplicity of a traditional Japanese ryokan. Dramatic architectural elements, custom artwork, and minimalist aesthetic run through the public areas and the property’s 16 rooms. Guests become immersed in traditional Japanese design elements such as Tatami mats, teak soaking tubs, shoji-style closets, and limestone walls beautifully frame the stunningly lush-yet-rustic Southern California landscape.

All 11 guest rooms and 5 beachfront bungalows are further elevated with bamboo towels by Peacock Alley, bath amenities by Mauro Spina of Beverly Hills and The Detox Market, a Bose Mini Sound System, complimentary in-room Nespresso and Ikaati Tea, complimentary Wi-Fi, cashmere robes by Loro Piana, custom made linen yukata robes, goose down duvets, pillows and featherbeds, Italian 800 thread count bed linens by Anichini and more. Additionally, each room boasts either a garden, beach or ocean view. Select rooms offer a fireplace and/or indoor-outdoor seating options.

Nobu Ryokan Malibu is also unique in that it offers a 3-to-1 staff-to-guest ratio. This means that the management and 24-hour concierge service can make planning a customized getaway a breeze, and offers private transportation to other luxury wellness destinations, nearby hiking trails, high-end shopping, gorgeous state parks and beaches. Guests also have exclusive access to the best seats at Nobu Malibu. The property also has a relationship with CURE Spa (noted for its mix of traditional and modern modalities). Treatments at the property or a visit to the spa with transportation can be arranged through the concierge.

Anybody interested in making the stay a wellness-focused experience can create a personalized itinerary with Malibu Fit Concierge. Whether that be personal training sessions in the by appointment on-site gym (featuring equipment from Woodway, Cybex, and Schwinn), yoga on the deck, surfing at the private Carbon Beach, stand-up paddle boarding and more, guests can truly embrace the Southern California lifestyle by indulging in the wellness activities of their choice. There is also access to a private, membersonly racquet club featuring eight fully-lighted outdoor hard courts, and locker rooms with saunas and steam showers.

Nobu Ryokan Malibu guests can enjoy priority seating, elevated fine-dining and breathtaking views of the coast on the deck at Nobu Malibu while indulging in Chef Nobu’s extensive menu of inventive Japanese-fusion dishes and bold cocktails. Guests also have the option for in-room service from Nobu Malibu, as well as the ability to venture off property to try one of the many local famed restaurants, such as Malibu Farm, Mastro’s Ocean Club, Ollo, Tra di Noi, Moonshadows, and Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market.

All photographs courtesy of Nobu Ryokan Malibu

Couples interested in elevating their experience at Nobu Ryokan Malibu can also reserve a variety of curated packages. The “Art of Bathing” package enables guests to dive deep into an authentic Japanese wellness journey that includes an onsen (Japanese spa) bathing ritual. The elegantly-appointed Suiheisen Suite, which is the couple’s heavenly home during the stay, boasts an outdoor teak soaking tub complemented by expansive views of the Pacific Ocean. Other authentic elements include green tea and matcha cake on arrival and custom amenities including bath salts from Detox Market, face serum by Be Here + Farm, breakfast for two to enjoy in-room or on the relaxation deck overlooking Carbon Beach, and setup of the outdoor tub with pillar candles, half bottle champagne, and Nobu bath salts

The “Cruise the Coast Package,” in partnership with Beverly Hills Car Rental, allows guests to select a car from an array of luxury vehicles to explore the Pacific Coast Highway and coastline in grand style. Options include Lamborghini Huracan EVOs, Bentley GTC Convertibles, Rolls Royce Ghosts, and more. The package also includes complimentary drop-off and pick-up of the vehicle, daily breakfast for two, and priority reservations at Nobu Malibu.

The “Private Jet Experience”/Nobu Ryokan Retreat Experience pulls together an ultimate stay at both Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Nobu Ryokan Malibu. A private jet furnished by Schubach Aviation transports guests between the two properties, by way of Van Nuys (VNY) and San Jose (SJC) airports, with a special Nobu dining experience in the air. Private roundtrip airport transportation is provided to and from each property for a two-night stay in each locale. The package includes an Omakase dinner for two at Nobu Palo Alto and priority reservations at Nobu Malibu; daily breakfast for two; wellness turndown amenities; complimentary one hour virtual live session with a personal Fit instructor through Malibu Fit Concierge App; and a Ridge Vineyards tasting experience in Silicon Valley.

Rooms year-round start at $2,000/night, and there is a two-night minimum stay requirement. Complimentary valet parking and a lot with twelve Parking Spaces and two SemaConnect Hybrid Charging Stations are available.

For more information, visit www.noburyokanmalibu.com or write ryokan@nobuhotels.com.

Japanese style suites with Pacific Ocean views.