The Malibu Times • August 17, 2023

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Malibu gives a helping hand to fire-ravaged Maui

help another community in need across the Paci c.

“It’s tragic. We’re all reeling from it,” said Jimmy Chavez, managing partner of Duke’s Malibu restaurant.

In an inspiring demonstration of unity, a community fundraising event took place in Malibu on Aug. 13. During this event, an extraordinary outpouring of support was witnessed, aimed at assisting those who had been a ected by the devastating res

in Maui. e aftermath resulted in the complete devastation of residences and businesses, with a notable impact on the historically signi cant Lahaina town on Maui Island. The fires took both Maui’s residents and tourists by surprise on Tuesday, Aug. 8. is unforeseen incident was a consequence of a convergence

of factors, including powerful winds and arid conditions. ese circumstances rendered Maui susceptible to what authorities of the state have classi ed as the most catastrophic natural disaster in Hawaii’s history.

With a sense of urgency and empathy, locals rallied together to bring essential donations, ranging from ashlights and backpacks to

toiletries and blankets, all destined for a ight to Maui on Sunday, Aug. 14. e contributions are slated to reach West Maui, where a dedicated team of volunteers is determined to directly assist the a ected individuals.

The event was organized by Ohana for Maui, and at its center was Wailani O’Herlihy, a native of

Malibu’s e orts to help “ohana and hoa aloha” friends and family were swift. e deadly Aug. 8 re fueled by winds from Hurricane Dora swept through Lahaina so fast victims were reported to have only ve minutes to ee. Many were caught o -guard as ames swept through town so quickly, they even scorched boats in the harbor where many sought refuge. e death toll for the re as of Tuesday is now up to 101. As soon as news of the disaster broke, Malibu residents quite familiar with wild re destruction were quick to mobilize relief e orts to

He confirmed Duke’s flagship Lahaina restaurant Kimo’s was destroyed. e 46-year-old landmark on Front Street was devoured by ames along with nearly the whole town. Duke’s three other locations on Maui are closed as the devastation makes it impossible to open without power and displaced sta . e three remaining locations were able to donate all their perishable food to people in need. e restaurant chain employed 800 people.

“We’ve got many, many people

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Parks and Recreation Chair

Dan Skophammer presented the 2023 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award to the late Sara Wan. Wan passed away last year on Sept. 3, at the age of 83.

2011 and acted as the chair of the commission twice. She was a member of the Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission and co-founded the Western Alliance for Nature, a land conservancy.

Rock star Robbie Robertson is dead at 80. e acclaimed songwriter, guitarist, close collaborator with Bob Dylan and Martin Scorsese, had an extraordinary musical career that spanned more than 60 years.

When Dylan rst arrived in New York as a fresh-faced folk singer, he spun tall tales of running away from home as a boy to join the circus. Robertson actually did work in carnivals and freak shows as a youngster, an experience that formed the basis for the 1980 movie “Carny,” which Robertson produced, co-wrote, and starred in opposite Jodie Foster and Malibu’s Gary Busey.

Born Jaime Royal Robertson to a Cayuga and Mohawk mother

who was raised on the Six Nations Reserve southwest of Toronto, he learned guitar during frequent childhood visits to the reserve.

According to Robertson’s memoir, he learned as a teenager that his biological father was a Jewish gambler. At 16, Robertson hit the road with Ronnie Hawkins, an Arkansan rockabilly star based in Ontario who was instrumental in the development of rock and roll in Canada. When Hawkins moved north, his touring band stayed behind, with the exception of his Arkansas-raised drummer, Levon Helm.

Hawkins’ backing band, The Hawks, quickly added southwest Ontarians Rick Danko on bass, Richard Manuel on piano and Garth Hudson on organ. e ve left Hawkins in 1964 to form a

After a month hiatus, residents, safety personnel, and city commissioners attended the City Council meeting on Monday night, Aug. 14, to address their concerns and provided updates on the recent events that occurred in Malibu.

To start off the meeting,

“Mrs. Wan helped provide opportunities for underserved youth to participate in recreation throughout the region,” Skophammer said. “We congratulate the Wan family and thank you for your conservation efforts and dedication to Malibu.”

Wan served on the board of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) from 1996 to

The Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award is presented annually to recognize those outstanding individuals or groups who give their time and resources to enhance the quality of recreation programs within the Malibu community. Past recipients of this award have demonstrated a commitment and involvement in

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It was one of those moments inherent in local politics when those whom Malibuites elected to represent them had to make a tough call.

Avoiding costly and protracted litigation, on Aug. 14, the Malibu City Council voted 4-1 to ap -

prove a settlement agreement with Cross Creek Ranch Malibu, LLC, (CCRM) successor in interest to Malibu Development Company, LLC. regarding the large, constructed, empty, but tenant-ready retail center located on Civic Center Way between the Malibu Library and e Park at Cross Creek. e project is now known as e Ranch at Cross Creek.

Readers may wish to grab a cup of Joe because the backstory leading up to the dispute and settlement is a little dense.

History of Cross Creek Ranch,

formerly La Paz Retail Center. e relationship between the city and CCRM dates back 15 years. In 2008, a prior City Council approved a development agreement concerning the property located at 23465 Civic Center Way, where the original developer, La Paz, was granted the right to build a proposed commercial retail, restaurant, and business development project in exchange for providing a number of public bene ts, including

(1) conveying 2.3 acres in the city’s civic center (Parcel C), (2) a $500,000 payment to the city,

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Ensuring Fair Access: Addressing Unauthorized Parking at Local EV Charging Station

Dear Editor,

As our community embraces the shift towards sustainable transportation, an important issue has come to light at our local electric vehicle (EV) charging station. e station, which serves as a vital resource for eco-conscious individuals, is facing challenges due to the unauthorized parking of both fuel-powered vehicles, Teslas, and adventure vans. is practice not only disrupts the rightful access of EV users but also undermines the very purpose of the charging station.

Nestled at Malibu County Mart, the charging station was established to cater to the growing number of EV owners in our community. However, recent observations have highlighted instances where non-EV vehicles, including traditional fuel-powered cars, Teslas, and adventure vans, are utilizing the charging station as a parking spot without the intent to charge. is trend has raised concerns among EV owners, who often nd themselves unable to access the station when they need it most.

e phenomenon of unauthorized parking at EV charging stations is not unique to our community. Across the country, similar issues have been reported as the demand for EV infrastructure continues to rise. Local authorities and concerned citizens are working together to address this challenge and ensure fair access for all users.

Public Safety Commission to bring in more parking enforcement e commission said will continue pursuing the responsibilities of the Homelessness Task Force

is situation calls for a collective e ort to foster awareness and encourage responsible behavior. Educating the public about the importance of maintaining access to charging stations can help prevent misuse. Signs and clear markings indicating the purpose of these stations can also serve as visual cues, dissuading unauthorized vehicles from parking in these spots.

An EV owner in our community, expressed her frustration, saying, “Charging stations are a lifeline for us EV users. We rely on them for our daily commutes and travels. Seeing non-EV vehicles occupy these spots without any intention to charge is disheartening.”

Local o cials are taking notice of the issue and exploring possible solutions. Strategies such as stricter enforcement of parking regulations, nes for unauthorized parking, and even the installation of barriers are being considered to ensure that these valuable charging resources are used for their intended purpose.

In this age of evolving transportation trends, it is essential that we collectively safeguard the infrastructure that supports our commitment to sustainable living. Addressing unauthorized parking at EV charging stations is a small yet signi cant step towards ensuring that these resources remain accessible and e cient for those who rely on them.

As our community continues its journey toward a greener future, let us remind ourselves of the shared responsibility to keep

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our charging stations available to those who genuinely need them. rough education, awareness, and collaborative action, we can pave the way for a more sustainable and inclusive transportation landscape.

Maren Stewart, Malibu Response to: Malibu Shores Drown in Litter Dear Editor,

In response to Judy Abel’s August 4th article, “Malibu Shores Drown in Litter,” MRCA stewards its coastal properties daily and in some high use areas such as Lechuza Beach, Carbon La Costa Beach, and Escondido Canyon Park, twice daily during the high use visitor season (typically Memorial Day to Labor Day). We post photos of our daily beach stewardship at mrca.ca.gov/coastal-access/, and MRCA always answers inquiries to the contact person listed on its coastal access page.

Marine debris, such as microplastic, is a challenging societal and environmental issue; “marine debris” is much more descriptive of this problem than “trash” or “litter,” as the debris often originates o shore from where we nd it deposited on our beaches.

For more information, see: marinedebris.noaa.gov/info/ patch.html, nationalgeographic. com/science/article/great-pacific-garbage-patch-plastics-environment latimes.com/science/ sciencenow/la-sci-sn-garbagepatch-plastic-20180322-story. html.

Beaches are notorious receptacles of debris that is left from individuals’ lack of responsibility (dog waste to beer bottles) as well as waste from o -site deposited with the tides from the waste stream that our society(ies) use the ocean for. Despite diligent stewardship e orts, our beaches are impossible to keep clean for many reasons, most well beyond any land manager’s control. We reach out to all of our beach and park users to help us with this problem, and we are grateful for every resident’s and visitor’s contribution to that end.

We encourage all of us to do our best toward keeping the beach clean under all circumstances irrespective of where the debris comes from, to pack it in, pack it out; to responsibly use debris receptacles; and to fully participate in the stewardship of the coastal spaces you enjoy to keep them clean.

Elena Eger, Unincorporated Los Angeles County

Response to: Opinion by Thomas Elias

Dear Editor,

e Aug. 3 Opinion piece by omas Elias caught my attention. Mr. Elias seems to be arguing against coercive measures to electrify our homes. He talks about electri cation being “forced on homeowners” and “attempts to compel Californians to switch” (to electric appliances). I think that the emphasis on possible future

“Amidst the ashes of loss, we nd the ember of resilience, and from that ember, we forge the strength to rebuild.”

In this time of great sadness and concern, our hearts and prayers are fervently directed toward the people of Maui and Lahaina. e beauty and spirit of the Hawaiian islands have woven their way into the tapestry of our family’s fondest memories, making the recent devastation truly heart-wrenching. Our connection to Maui runs deep, and as news of the wild res’ impact reaches us, our empathy knows no bounds.

Demonstrating a heartfelt display of unity, Malibu orchestrated a fundraising to provide assistance to those who have been adversely a ected by the destructive res in Maui. e community came together in a powerful way, extending crucial donations to support both residents and businesses in Maui that had been ravaged by the unprecedented infernos.

Taking the lead in this initiative was Wailani

O’Herlihy and Melanie Angel, who spearheaded the event “Ohana for Maui.” is event vividly showcased the indomitable spirit and openhandedness of our community in times of crisis. Together, along with numerous residents of Malibu, they were able to ll a privately donated aircraft

coercion is misplaced, when our concern should be for all of us to act NOW to combat climate chaos. California has been breaking heat records daily. Maui is engulfed in ames. Unprecedented ooding and tornadoes in the East and Midwest. Shouldn’t we get serious about climate change?

I don’t understand the paralysis and the fatalism – we can avoid climate devastation. We clearly aren’t yet doing enough to slow climate change – but we are not powerless. Want something we can do right now? e federal government is subsidizing – not forcing or compelling – but encouraging us to switch to electric appliances and upgrade our home energy efciency. e In ation Reduction Act provides homeowners with tax credits (and in the future rebates) for appliances (heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, electric clothes dryers, electric coil or induction stoves), power generation and storage (rooftop solar, geothermal heat, home battery storage), and e ciency upgrades (electrical panels and wiring, weatherization, insulation, and annual energy audits). Want to do more? I know that many in Malibu care deeply about climate change and want to make a di erence but often don’t know where to start or how to get involved in a meaningful way. Climate Changemakers o ers a

— Meril Anderson

from Planet X for the Maui community.

Having reached out to the Editor of Lahaina News, Mark Vieth, he shared with us the avenues through which we can extend our support to those a ected. e Hawaii Community Foundation has initiated the Maui Strong Fund, a beacon of assistance for residents grappling with the aftermath of the wild res. Donations, both small and substantial, are welcomed at hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/maui-strong, each contributing to the rebuilding of lives and communities.

In addition, another avenue is the Maui United Way’s Disaster Relief fund. As the island unites to navigate this trying time, every contribution to the Maui Fire and Disaster Relief fund serves as a testament to the power of compassion and unity. If you are moved to contribute, visit mauiunitedway. org/disasterrelief and be a part of the collective e ort to heal and restore.

As our thoughts remain with Maui, Lahaina, and their indomitable residents, let us stand as a testament to the strength of a community that reaches out across oceans to o er solace, support, and solidarity.

weekly opportunity to push for bold climate policy at all levels of government, creating transformational change in our states, cities, and our own backyards. Consider joining a weekly Hour of Action with Climate Changemakers climatechangemakers.org

Marilyn Green, Malibu

Malibu Overdoses

Dear Editor,

Why is it not published when a Malibu resident overdoses? Don’t need to give a name but alert the public; supposedly, it was from cocaine lazed with Fentynol. And the suicide April 18 on Bonsall.

When my husband died in 2001, it was all over the paper, pictures, and names included. And a false report. Later retracted. But overdoses should warn people. is person would have wanted that! As “ Nextdoor” said new drug in Malibu. Another parent is gone!

Susan Demers, Malibu

Surf Festival at Night in the Early ‘60s

Dear Editor,

Back in the early ‘60s, I was a

teenage searchlight operator. I ran 60-inch WW2 antiaircraft searchlights for various nighttime events in Los Angeles, such as movie premieres, night clubs, pizza parlors, fraternity parties, car dealerships, and various grand openings. ese 900 million candle power lights would be aimed vertically upwards and scan the skies, attracting people from miles away.

But, come August, we had a totally di erent use for these powerful lights at night: We would aim the lights horizontally and illuminate the surface of the ocean near the shore for the annual surf festivals at Hermosa, Redondo, and Manhattan Beaches! Typically, 20 searchlights would be parked along the pier, with each light aimed sideways to light up the water perpendicular to the pier. So, 20 parallel powerful beams of light would light up the competitors from the side for the fans to see as they swam, boated, or surfed the ocean waves at night. Now, these days, 60 years later, the searchlights are obsolete. I haven’t been to a surf festival recently, so I don’t know if there is a nighttime competition and, if there is, how the competitors are able to navigate in darkness. In any case, I’ll never forget the fun I had enabling nighttime surf competition to be possible in the ‘60s!

David M. Pepper, Malibu

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The following incidents were reported between: Jul 17 - JUL 18

 7/17 | Burglary

On July 17, Moonshadows restaurant was broken into and vandalized. e sta for Moonshadows locked up the location for the night around 1 a.m. and when the cleaning crews arrived, they observed the front door had been forced open and the door frame for the o ce, and the two cameras, had been damaged. e victim said nothing appeared to have been taken. e door damage was estimated to cost $100 to repair, and the two cameras would cost $200 to replace. e security footage was submitted for evidence.

 7/17 | Grand theft

A vehicle parked near Whole Foods was broken into, and multiple items were stolen. e victim said they left their vehicle unlocked, walked inside the store for approximately 25 minutes, and upon return, their purse and multiple miscellaneous items were stolen. e victim’s belongings were estimated to cost $5,750. e victim had an estimated $3,000 in cash. e deputy was unable to check for any security cameras that could have captured the incident during the time of the report.

 7/18 | Burglary

Mindry store on Cross Creek was broken into and ransacked. e victim said their Bose speaker, a computer power cord, and $280 in cash were stolen. The victim went through their security footage and saw a male suspect, wearing a mask, enter the front door of the store, steal the items, and exit the store through the back. e victim said there were two other speaker theft incidents that occurred in June; however, she did not report them because she thought she had misplaced the speakers. e victim said she assumed the suspects must have used an attic hatch to enter the store. ere were no other missing items reported.

Camp Kilpatrick juvenile probation o cer pleads not guilty; faces three years if convicted

A juvenile probation o cer accused of using excessive force while acting as a supervisor at Camp Kilpatrick in Malibu pleaded not guilty this week to felony assault charges. Oscar Cross, 59, is accused of the abuse of a minor in connection to the incident in 2020.

Leaked video surveillance shows Cross and four other unnamed o cers at the detention center subdue then 17-year-old Beckam Cardona by piling on top of him. Cross can then be seen bending the boy’s legs backward causing him to scream in pain and call out for his mother. Cardona claims he still su ers from pain and trauma. e young man’s lawyers say he was not a threat and showed no signs of ghting back, kicking, or resisting on the surveillance tape. ey also claim the probation department tried to cover up what they call an assault on a child. Now an adult, Cardona has led a federal civil rights lawsuit against the o cer in addition to the criminal charges Cross faces led by LA County District Attorney George Gascon.

Cross remains free on his own recognizance. A date is scheduled to be set Sept. 7 for a hearing to determine if there is su cient evidence to require him to stand trial on the assault under the color of authority charge. He faces a maximum of three years in county jail if he’s convicted.

Disaster Preparedness Risk Survey available online through August

e City of Malibu asks community members to assist local o cials better plan for disasters and mitigate impacts by participating in a short survey. e Disaster Preparedness Risk Survey is being administered by MLC and Associates on behalf of Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Governments, which includes the cities of Malibu, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, and Westlake Village, as part of a recurring veyear Hazard Mitigation Planning process. To take the survey visit malibucuty.org/civicalerts. Survey will be available through the end of August 2023. e data gathered will help sta better plan for disasters as well as provide steps community members can take to mitigate risk and reduce the risk of loss.

Firewise Workshop — Helping Communities Prepare for Wild re, Aug. 17

Malibu residents are invited to attend the free Ventura County Regional Firewise USA Community Workshop on ursday, Aug. 17, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ventura County O ce of Education, 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo.

e Firewise USA recognition program is administered by the National Fire Protection Asso -

ciation (NFPA) and provides a collaborative framework to help neighbors in a geographic area get organized, nd direction, and take action to increase the resistance of their homes and community to wild re. e program is part of Los Angeles County’s e orts to help the community be prepared for wild res. Becoming a Firewise USA-recognized community also allows for potential insurance discounts. At the workshop, sta from CAL FIRE, NFPA, Ventura County Fire Department, Fire Safe Councils, and the California Department of Insurance will give presentations on how to become a Firewise USA community, how to make your home safer from wild re, and how to improve your community’s wild re safety. RSVP online in advance at malibucity.org.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts Aug. 17

As part of its ongoing e orts toward community-wide preparedness, the City of Malibu is o ering the next round of the highly popular Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.

e free in-person classes will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Aug. 17 through Sept. 26 at Malibu City Hall. All classes will be held on Tuesday evenings, except the rst class (Aug. 17) and the second to last class (Sept. 21), which will be held on ursdays. Learn how to get your family, business, school, or organization better prepared for wild res and other disasters. CERT o ers training in basic rst aid, search and rescue, use of re extinguisher, disaster psychology, and more.

For more information, call Emergency Services Coordinator Sarah Flores at (310) 456-2489, ext. 237 or email Sa ores@MalibuCity.org.

e Cavallo Foundation to host second annual fundraiser

e Cavallo Foundation will be hosting its second annual fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Activities include connecting with horses, horseback riding, art activities, silent auction, tour of the facilities, lunch, refreshments, and so much more including special surprise guests. General admission is $30. To purchase tickets visit cavallofoundation.org. Location is at the Malibu Equestrian Park. 6225 Merritt Drive Malibu, CA 90265.

‘ e Karate Kid’ to be shown for the next CineMalibu Movies in the Park on Aug. 19

CineMalibu continues the series of free, family-friendly outdoor community movie screenings at Malibu Blu s Park with “ e Karate Kid” (1984, PG) as well as trivia, games, food trucks, and more, Saturday, Aug. 19. Movies begin at sunset and pre-event activities begin one hour before

sunset. Please bring a blanket and chair. Before the movie, instructors from Joey Escobar Karate will lead martial arts activities and instruction.

Planning Commission meeting has been rescheduled for Aug. 21

The Planning Commission Aug. 7 meeting was canceled and moved to Aug. 21. e Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) hearing on proposed developments to improve public access at Lechuza Beach, with Americans with Disability Act-compliant parking and bathroom, viewing platforms, advanced onsite wastewater treatment system, and staircase reconstruction, will be addressed. A project summary is available on ceqanet.opr. ca.gov/2019011015/3. e initial city sta analysis for the project is available at www.malibucity.org/ AgendaCenter. e agenda, sta report, and viewing and commenting instructions for the hearing will be posted on the website in advance (malibucity.org).

‘Shifting Tides’ sur ng-themed art exhibit on display at City Hall gallery

In tribute to Malibu’s deep roots in surfing culture, the City of Malibu Arts Commission invites the community to visit “Shifting Tides,” the sur ng-themed exhibition of original artworks by local Malibu artists in the Malibu City Gallery in City Hall. Sur ng is in Malibu’s DNA, and Malibu has played an important role in the global history and culture of surfing, making it a natural subject to inspire local artists.

The exhibition will be displayed in the City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, July 17 through Aug. 25. e gallery is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the gallery is free.

For more information on the exhibition or the Malibu Arts Commission, visit the website at ca-malibuarts.civicplus.com.

e Malibu Democratic Club to host a hike with State Senator Ben Allen at Point Dume on Saturday. Aug. 27

e Malibu Democratic Club is hosting a hike and lunch with State Senator Ben Allen. e hike in the Point Dume Natural Preserve begins at 11 a.m. Meet at the end of Westward Beach parking lot, 7180 Westward Beach Road at 11 a.m. en join us for lunch at p.m. at Ciel Orange, 29169 Heathercli Rd #102. (Each person is responsible for their own tab.) You may attend one or both activities. RSVP required. To RSVP and for more info, go to http://www.tiny. cc/mdc82723.

City to o er free wild re training

e City of Malibu is o ering two free classes on how to protect homes from wild res, “Assessing Structure Ignition Potential from Wild re,” from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) on Wednesday, Aug. 30, and ursday, Aug. 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at City Hall in the Multi-Purpose Room. Space is limited, and attendance of both full days is required to receive the NFPA certi cate of completion. To register, email Fire Safety Liaison Jerry Vandermeulen at JVandermeulen@MalibuCity. org.

Lane closures for PCH and Las Flores project to begin after Labor Day weekend

Sept. 4

Lane closures on PCH at Las Flores Canyon Road for work on Caltrans’ PCH/Las Flores Intersection Improvement Project are expected to begin after Labor Day (Sept. 4). e work will include upgrading tra c signal poles and related equipment, installing new conduit, signage, and striping. e work is expected to take three to four weeks.

Trancas Bridge Replacement Project update

Caltrans contractors are currently working on the new approach slabs for the northbound side of Trancas Creek Bridge. e utility companies are relocating gas and ber optic lines from the ocean side to the land side of the bridge having started July 24 with completion expected by early August. Caltrans reported that existing tidal waters and creek ow below the bridge prohibit the contractor from beginning Stage II within the creek area on the ocean side

of Trancas Bridge.

Starting in September, Caltrans will begin to transition and realign PCH outside the creek area for Stage II tra c control. Expect noise, dust and lights, workers and work vehicles in and around the roadway, and unscheduled lane closures. Cyclists, motorists, and pedestrians should proceed with caution. Motorists must adhere to the posted temporary speed limit signs. Fines for speeding are doubled in highway construction or maintenance zones when workers are present under the California Vehicle Code.

Construction expected to start on Solstice Bridge Replacement Project in October

e award and approval of the contractor on the Caltrans Solstice Bridge Replacement Project will be completed in late August. Construction work is expected to begin in October. e project is expected to take 430 working days, with tra c controls in place. e city will post details on the work schedule and any lane closures as soon as they become available.

ere will be lane closures on PCH between Santa Monica and Malibu while Caltrans conducts embankment repair, removal, and replacement of a broken storm drain system, and storm debris cleanup and removal on south and north lanes PCH between Las Flores Canyon Road and Decker Road.

West Basin district holding water conservation events in 2023

West Basin Municipal Water District invites Malibu community

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

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

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

THU AUG 17

SUMMER JUBILATIONS

Hosted by the Malibu Poet Laureate Ann Buxie. A gathering themed to celebrate joy in a time of whelming possibilities, to give voice to the true nature of vitality modeled on the natural world, to attend to the power of love and joy. Gathering is open air and features selected poets, and open mic, and conversation on ursday, Aug. 17, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Complimentary and an RSVP is not required.

SAT AUG 19

SECOND ANNUAL CAVALLO FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER

The Cavallo Foundation will be hosting its second annual fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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C. Little Water Recycling Facility in El Segundo for the general public to see the inner workings of a water treatment facility rsthand. Tours will take place on Saturday mornings every other month. e next one is on Saturday, Aug. 19.

SAT AUG 19

LEGACY PARK NATURE WALK: ECOSYSTEM EXPLORATION

Activities include connecting with horses, horseback riding, art activities, silent auction, a tour of the facilities, lunch, refreshments, and so much more, including special surprise guests. General admission is $30. To purchase tickets, visit cavallofoundation.org. Location is at the Malibu Equestrian Park. 6225 Merritt Drive Malibu, CA 90265.

SAT AUG 19

THE CITY OF MALIBU TO SCREEN: ‘THE KARATE KID’ AT MALIBU BLUFFS PARK

CineMalibu continues the series of free, family-friendly outdoor community movie screenings at Malibu Bluffs Park with “The Karate Kid” (1984, PG) as well as trivia, games, food trucks, and more, on Saturday, Aug. 19. Movies begin at sunset and pre-event activities begin one hour before sunset. Please bring a blanket and chair. Before the movie, instructors from Joey Escobar Karate will lead martial arts activities and instruction.

SAT AUG 19

WEST BASIN WATER FACILITY

TOUR

Recycled Water Facility Tours: West Basin provides tours of the Edward

Explore the ecosystem of Legacy Park from the microscopic to mallard ducks and everything in between on Saturday, Aug. 19 at 9 a.m. Prepare for an in-depth look at tiny pollinators and other insects as well as waterfowl that are native to the Santa Monica Mountain region. An introduction to common insects and bird species will be reviewed. All participants are recommended to bring binoculars. Meet at Malibu Library. RSVP with City of Malibu.

SAT AUG 19

HHW/E-WASTE COLLECTION AT CITY HALL

Properly dispose of certain types of household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at the upper parking lot of City Hall. All containers must be clearly labeled to identify the contents. Maximum amount of paint/motor oil accepted is 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip.

Accepted materials list:

• Paint (water-based only)

• Used motor oil

• Anti-freeze

• Automotive and household batteries

• Compact uorescent bulbs (unbroken)

• Electronics

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

FRI AUG 25- Tue SEPT 5

MALIBU COAST MUSIC FESTIVAL

Now in its 17th season, the Malibu Coast Music Festival has become a staple of the Malibu and Los Angeles arts communities. Bringing worldclass music, architecture, dance, and visual arts to its audiences, the Malibu Coast Music Festival runs from Aug. 3 through Sept. 3. For more information and ticket prices visit, malibucoastmusicfestival.net.

Weather Metrics, Home Wild re Hardening Meets Curb Appeal.

SAT SEPT 9

SAMO FUND, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TINY PORCH CONCERTS: A NIGHT WITH TAYLOR

GOLDSMITH

on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Market at Legacy Park.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION SITTING GROUP

AUG 27

Sun

HIKE WITH SEN. BEN ALLEN AND MALIBU DEMOCRATIC CLUB

The Malibu Democratic Club is hosting a hike and lunch with State Senator Ben Allen. e hike in the Point Dume Natural Preserve begins at 11 a.m. Meet at the end of Westward Beach parking lot, 7180 Westward Beach Road at 11 a.m. en join us for lunch at Ciel Orange, 29169 Heathercli Road #102. (Each person is responsible for their own tab.) You may attend one or both activities. RSVP required. To RSVP and for more info, go to http://www.tiny.cc/mdc82723

FRI SEPT 1-4

MALIBU CHILI COOK-OFF

The Malibu Chili Cook-off is a beloved tradition showcasing amazing food and entertainment. Enjoy delicious o erings from local restaurants, businesses, and artisans, along with DJ performances. e event features rides and other exciting activities. Event admission tickets are required for entry, and children 5 and under are free. Tickets must be purchased online; they will not be sold on-site. All proceeds from the Chili Cooko will bene t the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. Visit the website for more information and ticket purchases at malibuchilicooko .org.

Tue SEPT 5

ANNUAL COMMUNITY FIRE SEASON BRIEFING VIRTUAL

Join LA County Fire Department Assistant Chief Drew Smith virtually on Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m. for the annual Community Fire Season Briefing. All residents, employees, business and organization leaders, students, and other Malibu community members are invited to attend. Smith, a re behavior analyst, will give a presentation on local live fuel moisture, expected weather patterns, and what that means for fire conditions in Malibu. To join the zoom presentation visit malibucity. org/civicalerts.

Thu SEPT 7

UNDERSTANDING FIRE

WEATHER METRICS

Join the City of Malibu Fire Safety Liaisons Gabriel Etcheverry, Bradley Yocum, and Jerry Vandermeulen on ursday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m. for Firewise/Firesafe Communities, Understanding Fire

The Santa Monica Mountains Fund, in partnership with Tiny Porch Concerts, presents a Night with Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes, Saturday, Sept. 9, at Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Highway, Agoura Hills, CA 91301. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the featured performance begins at 6:45 p.m. General Admission is $70 per person on a rst-come, rst-served basis. To purchase tickets or for further information, go to: www. samofund.org.

MON SEPT 11

WAVES OF FLAGS

Every September, Pepperdine University honors the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks with the Waves of Flags display. Located in Alumni Park along Paci c Coast Highway and Malibu Canyon Road, the display features nearly 3,000 ags — one for each innocent victim, including national flags representing the countries that lost citizens in the attack. Waves of Flags is a tribute that educates and commemorates the sacri ces made to keep our country safe and free.

Thu SEPT 14

TSUNAMI ALERT AND WARNINGS

Join the California Institute of Technology (CalTech): SoCal

ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning Regional Coordinator Margaret Vinci on ursday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. for a virtual workshop on earthquake threat in SoCal.

WED SEPT 20

EARTHQUAKE THREAT IN SOCAL: ARE YOU PREPARED?

Join the Department of Conservation Tsunami Unit Engineering Geologist Nick Graehl and California O ce of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Senior Emergency Services Coordinator/ Tsunami Planning Coordinator Matthew Palmer on Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. for a virtual workshop.

WED SEPT 27

ACTIVE SHOOTER RESPONSE READINESS

Join Los Angeles County Sheri ’s Department Sgt. Chris Soderlund on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. for a virtual workshop on active shooter response readiness.

ONGOING

FARMERS MARKET

Shop for fresh fruits and veggies, prepared food, and more at the weekly Malibu Farmers Market

e Malibu Mindfulness Meditation Group meets ursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. for a group sit and chat in Point Dume. e group is led by longtime local resident Michael Kory, who has been practicing Mindfulness Meditation for over 12 years and recently graduated a two-year teacher training program. Everyone is welcome whether you are an experienced meditator or are a complete newbie. ere are many bene ts to be had both from giving yourself the gift of learning how to quiet the mind, and doing it in a group with the support of others. If you wish to attend, please email mmm@bu-dharma.com for more information.

BALLET SLIM AND TRIM

Develop better posture and improve balance, exibility, and circulation during this one-hour class. Class is ursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Michael Landon Community Center. e instructor will also focus on body awareness, coordination, and stretching techniques. Please wear workout clothes and ballet shoes. No experience is necessary. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

TAP/JAZZ DANCE COMBO

Enter stage right to the senior center’s new dance program. e class will consist of jazz warm-ups and stretches, followed by routines. Every dance taught will be straight from a Broadway musical. Instructed by Ann Monahan. The class is ursdays from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Civic eater at Malibu City Hall. No experience is necessary. Register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

CARDIO SALSA AND STRETCH

An energetic Latin dance workout that incorporates salsa, cha-cha, and merengue in an easy-tofollow format. e cooldown will include stretching to relax the body. No dance experience necessary. Instructed by Jackline Daneshrad. e program is held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Blu s Park. Sign up at MalibuCity. org/Register to register for the month, or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

MAT PILATES PLUS

Relax, refresh, and build core strength. Sessions are ursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Michael Landon Community Center at Malibu Bluffs Park. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month, or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

The Cavallo Foundation will be hosting its second annual fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Photo by Jimy Tallal

A local guide for diving into the Malibu business scene

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times

Considering taking the plunge and starting a business in Malibu, but wondering where to begin?

Although a new local business owner must obtain a business license from Los Angeles County, the City of Malibu approves new businesses involving new development and commercial activity for conformance with the City’s zoning requirements.

e type of planning review is determined by the project’s size, location, and by whether the existing Onsite Water Treatment System (OWTS), commonly known as a septic system, can accommodate the project. ose who have started businesses elsewhere are often perplexed about the city’s strong focus on septic systems.

members to join their free Water Lab water conservation events in 2023. Join the classes in-person and hybrid remote. Go on water recycling facility tours. Participate in online chat sessions with water conservation experts. Learn about technology and plans to help secure our water future, ways to save water to help address the drought and save you money, and resources to help the community be resilient.

Attendees will get an in-depth look at the water journey and local water issues. Classes will take place on Wednesday evenings every other month.

Wednesday, Sept. 13 – Emerging Water Saving Technologies

Long-time Malibuites well know that local citizens’ strong motivation for forming the City of Malibu in 1992 was primarily to prevent the county from extending its sewer system throughout the area. E. Barry Haldeman wrote a 1988 Los Angeles Times article entitled “Malibu: Cityhood and Sewers,” addressing why residents of the then-unincorporated Malibu area strongly de ed “the county machine” whose motivation for attempting “to impose a sewer system on Malibu,” Haldeman wrote, “is simple: development.” Natives to Malibu have long cherished the area’s rural character. erefore, starting a business in the city is quite involved compared to other municipalities.

Malibu’s tiered business approval process

A new business person’s ultimate goal is to obtain a planning clearance, which is required before one can open a business, remodel, alter an existing business or add new square footage. e Planning Department determines whether a customer request

West Basin provides tours of the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility in El Segundo for the general public to see the inner-workings of a water treatment facility rsthand. Tours will take place on Saturday mornings every other month.

• Saturday, Aug. 19

West Basin Chats – Grass Replacement: ese online 30-minute question-and-answer sessions will focus on the Grass Replacement Rebate Program application process. Attendees will have the chance to get their speci c questions answered by a West Basin representative. They will take place online on Wednesday evenings, every other month.

Wednesday, Sept. 27

Community Updates: Speakers Bureau: West Basin o ers

complies with various zoning requirements, such as whether the site is appropriately zoned for the planned business and whether there is sufficient parking and enough outdoor storage for the proposed use.

The planning steps to complete the process include completing a planning clearance form, which is free and undergoes expedited review. Next, the city determines whether the proposed use involves the physical remodel of an existing tenant space or addition or recon guration of square footage and/or plumbing xtures. If not, the Planning Department reviews the scope of the development and further reviews as to each classi cation. If the project involves a physical remodel of an existing space, adding or changing square footage or plumbing xtures, the department con rms if the use is permitted, conditionally permitted or prohibited in the commercial zone. Depending upon that analysis, more reviews are conducted.

Some city reviews are over-the-counter, including very minor projects such as tenant

area on a variety of water topics.

For more information about West Basin’s free water conservation water classes, workshops, and tours, visit the website and sign up at westbasin.org. (Go to Community/Classes, Workshops, & Tours).

Construction to begin on Tra c Signal Synchronization Project to improve safety and mobility

Construction is expected to start this month on the City of Malibu’s PCH Tra c Signal

improvements, remodels, and signage. e next level of scrutiny, known as “Over the Counter II Review,” applies when such minor projects entail another department’s referral. Examples are when Fire Department, Public Works, Environmental Health, Geology or Biology reviews must be conducted. When a project includes increasing square footage, demolishing an existing use or outdoor seating, an Administrative Plan Review is used. Whereas projects involving new commercial buildings or that increase the ow of an OWTS — or installing a new OWTS — involve a Coastal Development Permit. Finally, one must not forget signage for a new or remodeled business. Malibu Municipal Code (M.M.C.) Chapter 17.52 addresses design standards for the review for signs in the city’s commercial zones and for special purpose signs.

How to get started

ere are helpful resources available to help open a business in Malibu. e Los Angeles Regional Small Business Development

to date to improve tra c safety and mobility on PCH, among the most important quality of life issues in Malibu. e project will take more than one year to complete. Communications lines will be installed between tra c signals on PCH from Topanga Canyon Boulevard to John Tyler Drive to synchronize them to existing tra c conditions, and they will be controlled by the Caltrans Tra c Management Center.

According to Caltrans, during the past 10 years, there have been more than 4,000 collisions on PCH in Malibu. Speeding and improper turns are the most common contributing factors to collisions, both of which will be directly addressed by the Signal Synchronization Project. The system can also be used to help emergency evacuations move

Center Network is part of the national, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) e ort to provide free one-on-one customized consulting services and low-cost training workshops to help business start-ups launch and grow. Go to the site at Smallbizla.org. The Malibu Planning Department o ers a “Guide to Opening a Business in Malibu,” setting forth application procedures. Malibucity.org provides detailed information and residents can call the Planning Hotline at (310) 456-2489, ext. 485 or they can email mplanning@malibucity.org.

The bottom line when starting a Malibu business is to research a business opportunity, plan ahead, and expect some delays. When facing obstacles, consider adopting Henry Ford’s mantra about starting a business, “When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes o against the wind, not with it.” Overall, keep your eye on the ball — a successful Malibu business is an asset to anyone’s portfolio.

ed through County Measure R transportation funds.

e city’s parcel on Civic Center Way and Webb Way will be used for storage of construction vehicles and materials, employee parking, and a temporary construction o ce, which will make the project more e cient and reduce vehicle tra c on PCH and Malibu Canyon. Per the city’s requests, the contractor will install screening and has committed to keeping the location clean. For more information, visit malibucity.org.

Sign up for e-noti cations

e city maintains a robust e-noti cation system so the community can stay informed about

on the city’s e-noti cations page at malibucity.org/civicalerts.

Free training: Learn to assess a structure’s vulnerability

Aug. 30 and 31

e City of Malibu is o ering two free classes on how to protect homes from wild res, “Assessing Structure Ignition Potential from Wild re,” from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) on Wednesday, Aug. 30 and ursday, Aug. 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at City Hall in the Multi-Purpose Room. Space is limited, and attendance of both full days is required to receive the NFPA certi cate of completion. To register, email Fire Safety

COMMENTARY

From the Right and the Left: Trump, Biden: A tale of two investigations

should not deter us from striving to x aws in our processes and systems and revert to the ideal that no one is above the rule of law!

From the Left

The word “unprecedented” re ects the true depth of despair evident and growing as the American public, but more speci cally the voting electorate, attempts to make sense out of the profound charges and countercharges facing the two major political parties as we enter the 2024 presidential election. As we wade deeper and deeper into the cesspool of our democratic system, our citizenry is being bombarded with investigations into alleged corruption that will land our most recent former president under the spotlight of four indictments and a current president facing partisan attacks that purport nancial windfalls due to his involvement with a son who has conducted foreign representation that is either illegal or unethical.

Now only a hermit could feign either ignorance or disbelief that where signi cant sums of cash are involved, public policy, professional, and even familial connections can yield a wise investment. ere are regulations and ethical and nancial guardrails that seek to protect against corrupt nepotism; however, whether they are signi cantly strong enough to prevent bribery is something that must be looked at carefully and addressed. I am realistic enough and have witnessed the vast expansion of lobbyists in my lifetime to know that connections between monied interests and legislative, judicial, and administrative bodies are likely to continue to evade even the strictest of measures designed to prevent their abuse. However, that

quintet that would ultimately be known as e Band.

In 1965 after Dylan “went electric” at the Newport Folk Festival, Robertson and Helm backed Dylan at his second and third electric concerts in Forest Hills and the Hollywood Bowl, and Robertson accompanied Dylan to Nashville to work on the album “Blonde on Blonde.” At the time, Dylan described Robertson as “the only mathematical guitar genius I’ve

What happens, however, if a signi cant proportion of the electorate loses faith, trust, and con dence in the established administrative, judicial, legislative, and executive structures that are responsible for formulating, implementing, and adhering to laws, rules, and regulations? Unfortunately, the gross existential division in today’s society demands we seriously address our de ciencies where accountability is both desired and required.

e most recent spate of indictments aimed directly at the former president looking to become the Republican Party nominee in next year’s election and the timing for their consideration by various courts will surely test the patience and will of the nation. Similarly, the recent decision to appoint a special counsel to conduct an open-ended investigation of the son of the current president and sure-to-be-nominated Democratic Party nominee has evoked cries of coverup and special treatment, even though the position previously carried forth by the Republican opposition demanded that the DOJ investigation was corrupted. Political gamesmanship belittles seriousness of purpose and leads to public disdain, all in the search for power.

In a more enlightened time, it is reasonable to assume that placing current U.S. Attorney David Weiss, who was appointed by former President Trump and carried over by the Biden administration in order to avoid attacks of political favoritism, might su ce to quell adolescent whining that a fast one was being pulled here. Trust, however, is in woefully short demand.

Unfortunately, incredibly, the degree to which the MAGA-led Republican House majority believes that major institutions that undergird our nation’s stability, such as the Department of Justice, and law enforcement agencies, such as the

ever run into who does not o end my intestinal nervousness with his rearguard sound.” e Hawks backed Dylan on his famed 1966 tour, later chronicled in Martin Scorsese’s “No Direction Home” — minus Helm, who quickly tired of the boos that often greeted the electric portion of the show. After Dylan’s 1966 motorcycle accident, the four remaining Hawks were kept on retainer and over time followed Dylan to Woodstock in upstate New York. Together, they played old American folk songs and worked on Dylan demos, sessions

FBI and CIA, are politically warped and incapable of exercising judicial restraint and the very concept of justice itself. What makes the position pro ered by the MAGATs so abundantly confounding is that they are not opposed to current structures as much as they are to the inability to control individual behavior that conforms to little more than unconditional adherence and allegiance to the authoritarian dictates and whims of their leader: Mr. Trump.

e proposition illustrated by this latest train wreck of a predicament runs the risk of dragging the nation and the confused and bewildered populace to throw their hands up in disgust and forego the only thing that will save us from ourselves: namely, the need to allow the system a chance to work and to vote.

I want to make absolutely sure that my position remains absolute: Namely, that we must all abide by the law and we must continue to strive to make our institutions more responsive to the notion that all must be treated fairly. It is certainly a dream, and we must seek to make the dream come true.

If Hunter Biden is guilty of breaking the law, and it is proven in a court of law by a jury of his peers, then he must be held accountable, and similarly if the same accords the president, then he too must face the music. It goes without saying that if the former president is found guilty he too must do the time.

Rather than bow to the unrealistic and sophomoric propositions advanced by some that blowing up democratic ideals in favor of blind adherence to autocratic leadership that demands loyalty rather than rationality, we must honor the oath to protect the Constitution. erein lies our political salvation.

Lance Simmens is an independent columnist for The Malibu Times, he along with Don Schmitz write a bi-weekly column on national topics from the perspective of their political leanings you can forward any comments you have to editorial @malibutimes.com.

that became known as e Basement Tapes and that were largely recorded at “Big Pink” — the house in nearby Saugerties where Danko, Manuel and Hudson were living. After Helms’ return and the rechristening of e Band, the group’s 1968 debut album “Music from Big Pink” shocked rock and roll with its decidedly unpsychedelic amalgamation of folk, country, blues, R&B, soul, Cajun and New Orleans in uences, a style that decades later would be termed Americana. Robertson penned four of the album’s 11 tracks, including

From the Right

Super cially, Attorney General Merrick Garland’s appointment of Special Counsel David Weiss to investigate Hunter Biden seems like a reassuring step to rehabilitate a Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI perceived by most Americans as weaponized partisan agencies. Unfortunately, that is not the case, but is rather a cunning de ection to continue protecting President Joe Biden while creating a patina of impartiality for the DOJ.

U.S. Attorney David Weiss has overseen the farcical investigation of Hunter Biden for the last ve years. e FBI had Biden’s laptop since 2019, yet the best they could muster was a sweetheart plea deal for multiple felonies so awed that Judge Maryellen Noreika called out Weiss, the prosecutor, and the deal collapsed. Unprecedentedly, it exonerated Biden for past crimes “yet to be determined” and gave probation for his felonies.

Earlier this year, Garland asserted in sworn testimony that Weiss already had “ultimate authority” to prosecute Biden, so why has he now appointed him as special counsel? Furthermore, Justice Department regulations require a special counsel to be selected from “Outside the United States Government” to create independence from the agencies. Weiss was appointed by President Donald Trump as U.S. attorney in Delaware, so he is an employee who serves under Garland, and is ineligible. Increasingly this looks like the latest machinations to protect the president, as the investigations

“ e Weight,” listed as number 41 of Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. By the time of 1969’s eponymous sophomore e ort, Robertson had emerged as the de facto leader, and was sole writer or co-writer of every track, which included his “Up on Cripple Creek” and “ e Night ey Drive Old Dixie Down.”

In the early ‘70s, encouraged by David Ge en, Robertson moved to the Malibu Colony, initially renting movie director Sam Peckinpah’s former house, and over time convinced his bandmates

by Congress increasingly point to malfeasance, not only by Hunter Biden, but by the president himself. Recently, two whistleblowers from the IRS testi ed at the House Ways and Means Committee that the investigation of Biden was manipulated, and that they were told not to ignore leads pointing to “the big guy,” ostensibly President Biden. ey also testi ed that Weiss’ o ce “slow-walked” the probe stretching it out over ve years, so much so that the statute of limitations ran out on his crimes committed in 2014 and 2015. erin lies the problem with this move: Special counsels don’t do anything quickly. Kenneth Starr investigated President Clinton for four years, leading to his impeachment for perjury in a sworn deposition, and later his disbarment. Mueller spent over two years investigating Trump. If history is any guide, Weiss’ investigation as special counsel will take several years, especially considering the fact he has already squandered years on this case. e statute of limitations will likely run out on more of Hunter’s crimes, but more importantly, much more importantly, it will run past the 2024 presidential election, and that’s the point.

e House Committee on Oversight and Accountability is drilling down on what increasingly is looking like a Biden family crime syndicate peddling in uence. According to their published web page, Romanian businessman Gabriel Popoviciu sent $3 million to the Biden family in 2015. Chinese State Energy HK Limited sent them $8 million. Ukrainian energy company Burisma paid $6.5 million, while Russian Oligarch Yelena Baturina paid the Bidens and their associates $3.5 million, after she had lunch with then Vice President Joe Biden.

A text from Hunter to a Chinese company has surfaced stating; “I am sitting here with my father, and we would like to understand why the commitment made has not been ful lled. I will make certain that between the man sitting next to

to move to Malibu as well. ey backed Dylan again on the Malibu resident’s 1974 “Planet Waves” and subsequent tour, documented in the same year’s live album “Before the Flood.”

In his memoir “Testimony,” Robertson recounts spotting a body at the tide line from Danko’s Broad Beach home, and as they dragged the body up on the bank, they realized it was a passed-out Keith Moon, drummer of e Who.

Looking for a new “clubhouse” in which e Band could write and record in a relaxed atmosphere, they found Shangri-La, a Morning View property so named for its original owner, the Mexican-American actress Margo, who had starred in “Lost Horizon.”

Out tted as a recording studio,

me and every person he knows and my ability to forever hold a grudge that you will regret not following my direction. I am sitting here waiting for the call with my father.”

Previously, Weiss refused a request for documents from the committee due to the ongoing probe into Hunter’s crimes. As special counsel, he will completely clam up. e Biden machine are pros at this. Remember when the Hunter laptop was discovered in 2019 before the election? en acting CIA Director Mike Morrell has sworn under oath that at the behest of Biden campaign advisor Antony Blinken, he orchestrated a bogus letter from “51 intel experts” that the laptop was Russian disinformation to “help Vice President Biden ... because I wanted him to win the election.” Blinken is now our Secretary of State. e “experts” then fed the disinformation to a willing media, who regurgitated it widely, except for the New York Post. Secret government censors met with social media giants Facebook and Twitter, who dutifully blocked and downgraded articles from the Post and others. Of course, no one, absolutely no one, is pretending today that the laptop isn’t genuine, and there was never a scintilla of evidence that it was Russian disinformation. Pretty slick what can be accomplished when a political machine has willing accomplices in federal law enforcement and the media.

We need a special prosecutor, as the rot of corruption appears to run deep with alarming involvement of foreign powers, including the two most powerful countries hostile to the U.S. However, appointing Weiss is not pursuing justice, but is rather building a wall to protect the Bidens.

Don Schmitz is an independent columnist for e Malibu Times, he along with Lance Simmens write a bi-weekly column on national topics from the perspective of their political leanings you can forward any comments you have to editorial@ malibutimes.com.

Shangri-La is now owned and operated by Malibu resident and celebrated producer Rick Rubin.

By 1976, Robertson had determined to end touring, and e Band’s star-studded farewell Thanksgiving concert was immortalized as “ e Last Waltz,” a best-selling album and lm that marked the start of Robertson’s long collaboration with director Scorsese, from 1980’s “Raging Bull” to “Killers of the Flower Moon,” scheduled to be released this autumn.

In addition to his collaborations with Scorsese, Robertson released several acclaimed solo albums and supervised e Band reissues as well as 2019’s documentary, “Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band.”

DON SCHMITZ OPINION COLUMNIST

LANCE SIMMENS OPINION COLUMNIST

ROBBIE ROBERTSON CONTINUED FROM A1

Eleven months have passed since the loss of her son; grieving mother still awaits autopsy report

make people smile and laugh.

“Conner was not only the best roommate I’ve ever had, but also one of my closest friends,” his roommate Matthew Hardville said. “He loved and truly cared for everyone, and I will never forget the time we spent together and his bubbly and gentle spirit.”

By SAMANTHA BRAVO

Of The Malibu Times

On Sept. 24, 2022, Pepperdine University student Conner Michael Budge was returning to his dorm after hanging out with some friends, but that night, he never made it across Malibu Canyon. Just two days before entering a poetry contest, the 21-year-old was killed in a car accident on Mulholland Highway near Las Virgenes Road.

“He was super excited about graduating, had a job waiting for him and he actually told me the day before the crash that, ‘Mom everything is perfect,’” his mother, Karen Russell, said.

Conner was found in his car about 200 feet over the side of Mulholland Highway by the Malibu Search and Rescue Team. e Los Angeles County examiner-coroner conrmed it was Conner in the vehicle.

Russell has been waiting since the incident occurred last year for her son’s autopsy report. She said she has been calling the coroner’s o ce and receiving nothing but a deadline.

“It’s been 11 months, and I’m standing here at a crash site, and I don’t have an autopsy. I do believe that there has been no foul play, but how do I know?” Russell said. “And when I called the coroner’s o ce, no one could tell me; there’s no reason.”

e Malibu Times contacted e Los Angeles County examiner-coroner on Friday, Aug. 11, and received a response on Monday, Aug. 14, about the autopsy results being available for purchase.

Although the case status says it’s closed, according to his report, additional investigation is required.

Russell said she had already purchased the report but has yet to receive it.

“We never got the results, and we pur-

chased them almost a year ago,” Russell said.

“I called them, and they said that it wasn’t ready yet, then they said it would be mailed to us on July 11, but that was over a month ago.”

Russell said she hopes she can shed some light on the lack of urgency in receiving autopsy results as a regular parent and how the system needs to change so that grieving parents don’t have to wait so long to nd out more information.

Born on Feb. 8, 2001, Budge was remembered as a creative and inspiring friend and colleague who could brighten a room with his smile and sense of humor.

e almost 22-year-old was a senior at Seaver College studying creative writing and

was expected to graduate in April.

Russell said Conner and his brother Ian, 20, had an inseparable bond.

“He was very close to his brother, who was just going to the University of Pittsburgh — it was the rst time they were ever separated,” Russell said. “Ian would visit him on campus all the time and when he came back from Pittsburgh.”

“I actually told them, ‘Guys, life is gonna be very, very di erent next year. You guys are going to be separated. Why don’t you take a car?’” she said. “ eir dad and I both agreed, and they traveled for a whole month. ey went cross country. Went to all the national parks, and museums, and I remember saying that ‘I don’t think you realize how di erent

it was going to be.’”

Conner was excited about working at Geo rey’s Malibu.

“Connor said, ‘Mom, I’m going to get a job at Geo rey’s,’ he was pretty charismatic about it,” she said. “He was all dressed up in his suit, he was just so cute.” e restaurant shared a post on social media in memory of Conner.

“ ose we love don’t go away,” the post said. “ ey walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. Keep smiling with the angels, Conner Budge.”

Russell said Pepperdine held a beautiful memorial for her son. His classmates and roommates said he always knew how to

Russell is also a part of a new organization called Soul Mamas with Lori Carhart from Malibu, who lost her son Hayden one year ago.

“Our plan is to empower families who have lost children through healthy retreats, workshops, and group grief counseling sessions, along with trying to build awareness on how our state and city departments can be more supportive through these types of tragic situations,” she said.

Russell hopes to continue his creative shine by taking his poetry and having an artist interpret his poems into a book to raise funds for art/writing scholarships.

“We have some known and new artists that are participating in honoring him and helping others too,” she said. “ ere are many families unfortunately that are losing young adults and children, going through the deepest hardest pain one could ever go through and on top of their pain they are not getting the support from the proper city departments.”

Russell continues to question the lack of urgency in receiving her son’s report.

“I have lost a lot of people, but nothing prepared me for the death of my son,” she said. “We just want some closure and now 11 months later, my son is just a number and they can’t tell me why this is taking so long. For me, the only way that I’m going to get through this intense type of grief is to build awareness so that other parents don’t have to go through what I’m going through.”

Last week, Russell and Ian Budge visited the crash site and retouched the cross with blue paint.

Russell was grateful that the city hasn’t removed his cross, but hopes to implement a sign in his honor and remind drivers to slow down.

Karen Russell hopes to bring awareness on lack of urgency in results of Conner Budge’s cause of death

Karen Russell and Ian Budge (top left photo) at the location of the crash that took the life of Russell’s son and Ian’s brother, Conner Budge, on Mulholland Highway near Las Virgenes Road. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

Hawaii, a Malibu local, and a driving force behind the initiative. As donations poured in, O’Herlihy encouraged donors to recall the aftermath of the Woolsey Fire, reminding them of the comprehensive nature of the aid required for displaced individuals and families. As attendees shared their connections to Hawaii and personal experiences with the Maui res, the gathering became a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of communities and the power of collective compassion in times of crisis.

“People are calling asking me what to donate,” O’Herlihy said, who hosted Ohana for Maui at her Malibu home on Aug. 13. “I tell them to donate everything that we needed after the Woolsey Fire. Which is, well, literally everything that one needs to live.” She continued, “345 homes lost, 4500 people are homeless, and 2000 structures are damaged. Ninety-plus

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addressing some aspect of recreation in Malibu, and in doing so demonstrated the highest level of citizenship, making a lasting contribution to the community.

Her husband, Larry Wan, joined the meeting through Zoom to thank the city for the award on behalf of Sara.

“I want to thank the town for recognizing Sara, it means a lot to me,” he said.

Multiple residents spoke, addressing their concerns on the recent fire in Lahaina, Maui.

“It’s a wake-up call for us, and with everything that Malibu is doing, we need to do more, we need to do it immediately,” resident Terry Davis said. “Let’s solidify an evacuation program and let’s rehearse it, let’s institute an educational program, not only for the residents of Malibu that need to be reminded, but for those who come into our community and don’t have a clue. Let’s work as a community to prevent the disaster before we work as a community to sit through the disaster after it’s happened.”

The Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) ranger Tim Pera attended the meeting through Zoom to provide a report on the traffic and citations around Malibu. Pera said 22 administration citations were issued in the last two months. Ten administration tickets were issued for dogs on the beach and for the possession of alcohol. Twelve administration sites were also issued at Escondido Canyon trails due to off trail use. Pera said no homeless encampments were observed at Malibu Bluff or any other parks.

A resident voiced his concern on overgrown brush between Malibu Bluffs Park and Malibu Canyon Road. As a result of the heavy rain, the brush has overgrown and taken over the path. The resident said he has been trying to contact whoever is responsible for maintaining the

lives are lost.”

A considerable number of participants of the event had direct connections to individuals impacted by the Maui res.

“Having grown up there, witnessing the tragedy unfold is truly heartbreaking,” expressed Daniel Cohen, who delivered a much-needed generator to aid the victims.

“My mother resides on the Big Island, which is also grappling with the res.”

Another Malibu local, Johnny Kovich lost a family member, “I just found out that my cousin and her dog died in Lahaina; they found them under her car.

Lahaina was in a total gridlock — it’s a small town, and there’s only one way in and out — people were goners unless they could run very fast and jump in the ocean.”

Overwhelmed with emotion, Kovich added, “ is tragedy is even bigger than the Hilo tidal wave incident years ago — in addition to the loss of lives and property, hundreds of years of artifacts went up in ames — my mother’s precious leis made

brush since May. He reached out to the city but was directed to MRCA but has yet to see it addressed.

“Months and months have gone by and it hasn’t been addressed,” he said. “The last time I addressed this, I was told to show up virtually in this meeting to address it with the City Council so somehow, someway, this lovely path can be made again, so we can enjoy our hike.”

Mayor Pro Tem Steve Uhring said he can contact the public safety liaisons to make sure the property gets cleared.

City Manager Steve McClary provided an update on the summer traffic, Malibu High Project and said they are working with the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) and the California Coastal Commission (CCC), to get the project approved.

McClary said they are working on a school safety report and look forward to discussing a summary of the report during the Sept. 11 City Council meeting.

McClary thanked the public speakers for raising their concerns about the Lahaina fires.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the community and all those who were impacted by that horrible disaster,” McClary said. “It’s certainly a reminder for us in Malibu, that we’re definitely not immune to such disasters if we were to face similar conditions.”

McClary said the city will be holding several programs and training sessions in August and September for National Preparedness Month. To see the list of events visit, malibucity.org/ civicalerts.

McClary also introduced the city’s new permanent deputy city manager, Alexis Brown.

Malibu/Lost Hills Capt. Jennifer Seetoo attended the City Council meeting for the rst time since 2019 and provided a report on re safety, the ongoing Nobu incident, and the reason for the delay in the Sheri ’s substation.

in the royal tradition were displayed in the hotels in Lahaina.”

Currently, there continues to be a lack of information regarding the location of loved ones who remain missing, such as the case of Malia Yuhas, “My cousin moved recently to Maui to be with his girlfriend, and we haven’t heard from him yet. We are waiting and hoping. at’s all we can do.”

Attendees of the event were happy that by donating to Ohana for Maui, there was at least something they could do. Melanie Angel, one of the event’s organizers, provided insights into the initiative aimed at sending donations.

“Our rst ight on Aug. 11 was donated by Planet X. As soon as we found that private plane, in a matter of 24 hours, we lled it up, helped load the plane with donations, and it ew o to help the survivors,” Angel said. “Even though what we’re doing is minuscule in comparison to the vast need, we are delighted to help those who currently can’t help themselves.” Angel and O’Herlihy pointed out that

Seetoo said a similar incident to the July 4, 2023, tra c backup happened at Nobu in 2019.

“ is is unacceptable that this would happen again,” Seetoo said. “We immediately made a meeting with Nobu’s managers and had a stern talking, but a talking with going forward and conversation about partnership and about the community and they entered into a contract with the LA County Sheri ’s Department and they signed it last week and it’s now on our scals desk to be signed and implemented.”

Seetoo said for two weeks, they will have two parking enforcement o cers and one motor deputy on the weekends and see if additional resources are needed.

“We’re looking forward to a great partnership with Nobu and going forward so this never happens again,” Seetoo said.

Seetoo responded to Mayor Bruce Silverstein’s question on the body found at Malibu Lagoon on July 31 and said there’s no information other than what was reported in the news.

“It is a homicide handle and when investigating a homicide, they keep it really close to them,” Seetoo said. “ ey hold it close to their vest, and they don’t share a lot of information, so we as a station don’t have much other than what was in the news.”

Sgt. Chris Soderlund provided the sheri ’s report on 2023 crime statistics, the beach team, and their special enforcement deputies for the BGCM Chili Cook-O in September.

Environmental Sustainability Director Yolanda Bundy presented the Woolsey Fire Fee Waiver Program: Expiration Dates. e deadline to obtain building permits for those categorized projects is Nov. 8. Homeowners are encouraged to obtain building permits or request an extension. Extensions may be granted by the Planning Commission when the request demonstrates that due to unusual circumstances, the deadline creates an undue hardship.

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they are consistently receiving updates regarding a significant multitude of Ohanas, which are families in dire need.

“What they can really use, in addition to donations, is cash and we have an enormous list of Ohanas urgently seeking help through Go Fund Me and Venmo,”

stroyed 465 single-family homes in Malibu, this number does not account the multi-families structures.

So far, 355 homes have received planning approval, 263 homes have received permits, and 135 homes have been completed.

Eleven are currently under planning review.

Bundy said there are 100 property owners that have not submitted for planning approval.

is constitutes 22 percent of the total loss.

“We are projecting that about 25 more homes will be completed in the next two months, and are in the nal construction phases,” Bundy said.

To date, the city has waived approximately $5.17 million in project fees associated with the Woolsey Fire. is does not include an additional $800,000 for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits for the homes under construction.

Of the 100 unsubmitted projects, 69 original property owners have not started rebuilding. e unsubmitted project fee waivers are estimated to be an additional $2.8 million for an estimated total of $8.77 million.

“City sta has reached out to residents by multiple ways, letters, social media, we have sent over 200 letters to homeowners specifying the emergency of the deadlines,” Bundy said. “Sta are still meeting with those families, that are still under that process, and we are here to continue helping.”

Silverstein motioned to extend the Nov. 8 deadline.

“It just feels wrong to me that it’s going to expire, and those who may actually be the most needy, are going to end up not having the bene t of the program because the 69 who still haven’t put an application of any sort — I know some of them — they’re still struggling, they’re still ghting with Edison, they’re still trying to get the money they need to rebuild their home and because of that I’m less concerned about the city’s budget than I am on

O’Herlihy said. “ ey need to pay for shelter, food, and immediate needs.” Surveying the growing amount of donations in her family’s garage, tearyeyed O’Herlihy added, “It’s so beautiful how everyone in Malibu wants to help the victims.”

the hit those people are su ering and it doesn’t seem fair to me,” Silverstein said. “I’d like for us to extend it at least one more time.

I’d like to get it on the agenda so we can have a formal discussion.”

Council received and led the item.

City Council approved waiving the facility fees and sta ng cost for the Chili Cook-O event at the Ioki Property from the Malibu Foundation for Youth and Families, DBA Boys & Girls Club of Malibu.

BGCM Executive Director Kasey Earnest spoke during the meeting and thanked the city, public safety personnel, and the community for their ongoing support.

After a break, the council approved to waive the facility use and permit fees for the Malibu Farmers Market at Legacy Park at the request from the Cornucopia Foundation.

e Cornucopia Foundation (Foundation) has served the Malibu community for over 20 years by coordinating the Malibu Farmers Market and providing residents with fresh and healthy food options. e Malibu Farmers Market takes place in the Civic Center area, with over 25 vendors every Sunday.

e Foundation moved the weekly Sunday event to Legacy Park following City Council approval on Nov. 28, 2022. On Jan. 23, 2023, Council approved the Foundation’s fee waiver and permitting request for $22,931, including the facility use of Legacy Park from Jan. 8 through July 2. e foundation paid the application fee for the Temporary Use Permit and facility use fees in July 2023. If council approves the fee waiver, the city will reimburse the Foundation.

Councilmember Doug Stewart motioned to approve the request, but have the foundation come back with structural improvements. Uhring seconded the motion.

“The residents love it, and I think if we can keep it there without spending a lot of mon -

ey, and make them happy, that’s what we should be doing,” Uhring said.

Councilmember Paul Grisanti abstained, motioned passed 4-0.

The council addressed the Los Angeles County National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Resilience Regional Challenge.

At the request of Mayor Silverstein, authorize the city to partner with Los Angeles County in pursuing the NOAA Climate Resilience Regional Challenge competitive funding opportunity as a co-applicant.

The last item on the agenda was the proposed Settlement Agreement with Cross Creek Ranch Malibu, LLC (CCRM) property (see full report on A1). Silverstein said there are a few issues with the language in the report that he was concerned with.

“I’m not satisfied that the negotiations were completely adequate, I think they were a good start, but I think that we still have some room for improvement,” Silverstein said. “I don’t oppose a settlement, I’m dissatisfied among other things with the limited scope of the release.”

Councilmember Marianne Riggins was uncomfortable with the new language added.

“I don’t really understand why more words make it better, because that’s all I see is more words saying the same thing,” Riggins said. “What’s the benefit of this additional language?”

Silverstein said he hopes to take time to reflect on the entire agreement.

“I think that in our hurry to get this done, did not put much attention into the details that are often put into deals of this magnitude,” Silverstein said. e council approved the draft settlement. Motioned carried with a 4-1 vote (read full report on A1).

To view the agenda with this report visit, malibucity.org/ agendacenter.

e next City Council meeting is scheduled for Aug. 28.

A group of local volunteers who collected donations for Maui fire victims on Aug. 11, at Van Nuys airport to celebrate local residents’ contributions being flown to Maui fire victims. Photo Courtesy of Melanie Angel

World famous Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle open for a

price

You, too, can swim in one of the most glamorous pools of all time

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

A rare opportunity has opened up to the public: A chance to take a dip in the opulent Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle in San Simeon.

Visiting tourists to the historic site could once only dream of jumping into one of the most glamorous swimming pools of all time. Now, on Aug. 19 and 26, Hearst Castle is opening its famous Neptune Pool, but only to members of the Foundation at Hearst Castle. Membership is $500. en a reservation to swim is an additional $1,000.

Only 50 guests are allowed to partake in the event on the 19th. at a air is being dubbed “Hollywood at Hearst Castle Neptune Pool Swim.” e event begins with a scenic ride up through the bucolic ranchland leading to what’s known as “Enchanted Hill.” Swimmers will be allowed to use historic dressing rooms, just as guests of the married Hearst and his mistress, lm star Marion Davies, did to change into their bathing suits. Guests will be provided special cabana towels for the occasion as they were back in the castle’s social heyday from the 1920s through 1930s. e newspaper magnate would host his glamorous Hollywood friends, including Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo, Cary Grant, the Marx Brothers, and more, at his castle.

Small bites, desserts, and craft beer and wine will be served. Keeping with the theme, a star-studded celebrity guest list is expected to appear.

e Aug. 26 event is limited to 40 guests and is advertised as a “regular” swim day with no celebrities in attendance. A regular swim day in the Neptune Pool is actually an understatement. e pool, one of the largest ever built, is surrounded by a Greek Revival temple façade, sculptures, fountains, ornamental pools, marble pa-

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that lost their homes,” Chavez said. He also had no con rmation on loss of life or injuries saying, “ ere’s still a lot they’re discovering.”

Locals have reached out to Chavez, asking for ways to help.

“People have ties to Maui, especially Kimo’s,” he said. “It was an institution on Front Street. A lot of people have had a lot of special memories there. It’s really tough.”

TS Restaurants, Duke’s parent company, is collecting donations for victims through its Legacy of Aloha Foundation. Go to @ Dukesmalibu on Instagram. One hundred percent of donations will support Maui, including the chain’s 800 Maui employees and their families. Chavez says funds will also bene t the Maui Brewing restaurants. Although not directly a liated, “ ere’s some love being extended that way,” according to Chavez. He added the GM of the Hula Grill in Maui lost her home and yet on the “night of the re was out donating.”

A lobby display is planned at Duke’s with a QR code where guests can donate directly. A local fundraiser event is in the works too.

e Boys & Girls Club Malibu knows a lot about fundraising after a re. BGCM quickly stepped up as a leader helping victims after the Woolsey Fire. Less than two days after the Maui disaster BGCM began Maui Strong to support the community across the Paci c grappling with unprecedented loss. e Maui Boys & Girls Club is still assessing losses. Its sta is accounted for, but some lost homes. e Malibu chapter is directing donations through the Boys & Girls Clubs of America website at bgca.org where nancial contributions can be made with just a click. BGC Maui is also collecting much-needed personal hygiene items, bedding, diapers, non-perishable food, water,

— how does $1,000 sound?

vilions, and alabaster lanterns.

e magni cent Hearst Castle estate began construction in 1919 and continued to 1947. e castle, designed by architect Julia Morgan, includes a 115-room main house lled with a world-renowned collection of art and architectural artifacts incorporated into the building. e newspaper tycoon was once called the “Great Accumulator,” acquiring art, antiques, statuary, silverware, and textiles on an epic scale as was satirized in the 1941 Orson Welles movie masterpiece “Citizen Kane” and depicted to some extent in the 2020 lm “Mank.” William Randolph Hearst, who made his fortune in the newspaper business, called his estate “La Cuesta Encantada,” Spanish for “ e

and clothing. You can mail these supplies directly to Boys & Girls Club Maui, 100 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului, HI 96732. BGCM CEO/Executive Director Kasey Earnest commented: “Boys & Girls Club is literally a lifeline for so many kids and their families. Our community has such a close connection to the Hawaiian Islands. Many people have homes there, they spend vacations there and they should know there are thousands of kids who are members of the Maui BGC who lost their homes and need basic essentials.

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e Maui BGC has ve locations to serve around 2,000. I want people to know when they give in this capacity to BGC of America they don’t take any percentage of the donation. In a relief scenario like this, BGCA will pass through 100 percent of the donation to the Maui BGC.”

e Malibu Art Association posted on Instagram that Lahaina was home to more than 20 art galleries presumed now destroyed. In a recent post, it mentioned an unknown artist who was set to open his gallery Aug. 8, the day of the re. On Aug. 7, some visitors inquired about buying his art, but he wasn’t quite open o cially and told them to come back tomorrow.

“Tomorrow never came,” according to the post. “Everything burned. Now he is living in his U-Haul truck he used to transport his art just a few days ago. Our thoughts and prayers are out to the many people a ected by these terrible res.”

The Malibu real estate community has also stepped up with many agents adding support links on their websites. If you have a home, room, or space available to house those in need contact the Realtors Association of Maui at (808) 873-8585 or make donations to Maui Strong at hawaiicommunityfoundation. org or feed the hungry at mauifoodbank.org.

Enchanted Hill.”

e elaborate mosaic-tiled Neptune Pool underwent a $10 million restoration from 2016-18. ree hundred forty- ve thousand gallons of water was drained from the nearly 100-year-old elegant structure for repairs on more than 9,000 marble tiles. ousands of new tiles were sourced from the same quarry in Vermont that originally supplied them. It took three days to re ll it.

Funds raised at the events bene t the foundation’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) program intended for underserved middle schools. In 1947 when Hearst’s health was failing, he and Davies decamped to Los Angeles. ey often stayed at their “Beach

House” as it was dubbed that he had Morgan design in 1929. e Beach House, originally called “Ocean House,” was a 110-room mansion on Santa Monica’s Gold Coast that sat on ve acres of shorefront. irty-two servants attended to the property that included gardens, tennis courts, and a 110-foot heated saltwater pool lined with Italian marble. Silent lm star Colleen Moore is said to have called Ocean House “the biggest house on the beach — the beach between San Diego and Vancouver.” e Beach House’s luxurious pool survives and is now the featured attraction at the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica where for a nominal fee a dip in that pool is open to the public.

e opportunity to swim and frolic in the Neptune Pool is rare. Over the past two decades the chance to dip your toes in the pool’s glimmering waters was for sale mostly yearly by auction or ticketed through the Foundation at Hearst Castle. Even the estate’s indoor Roman Pool featuring exquisite gold mosaic tiles was opened to a limited number of guests in 2019. Funds raised from those ticket sales were used for the castle’s art conservation and education programs.

Hearst Castle is operated by California State Parks that also sells tickets for tours. Tickets for the swim events are 95 percent tax deductible. By the way, the Neptune Pool is unheated.

The Neptune Pool is shown at Hearst Castle in San Simeon. Contributed Photo

(3) a pedestrian and bike path through the project connecting to Civic Center Way, and (4) dedication of a trail segment from Civic Center Way.

In exchange for receiving those bene ts, the city gave CCRM, per Government Code 65864, et. seq. and the Development Agreement, the right to build its project pursuant to “the City’s o cial policies, ordinances, rules and regulations in force as of the date the ordinance approving the Development Agreement was approved by the City Council.”

erefore, so long as the Development Agreement was in e ect, the project was exempted from the city’s Formula Retail Ordinance, a provision that went into e ect in 2018, which aimed to avoid having too many chain stores in Malibu so as to honor the city’s mission statement of preserving Malibu’s rural character.

e dispute between the city and CCRM

e Coastal Commission approved the Development Agreement in 2010. Due to litigation-related delays, the agreement’s original 10-year term was extended to Dec. 20, 2020.

e Development Agreement provides for “tolling,” meaning extending the agreement “during the time the Project is pending before the Coastal Commission,” as well as “during any period of time,” designated a “moratorium,” which is de ned as existing “(1) during the period that any action or inaction by the City or other public agency that regulates land use, development or the provisions of services to the land prevents, prohibits or delays the use of the approval or the construction of the Project, or (2) during the period any lawsuit is pending brought by any third party concerning the agreement, any of the Project Approvals, including pursuant to CEQA, or any subsequent approval.”

After construction commenced, there were delays.

CCRM maintains that the project was delayed while certain approvals and clearances were obtained, including what Interim City Attorney Trevor Rusin characterized in his written summary for the Council as “a signi cant delay addressing a Caltrans issue in which Caltrans and the City disagreed over the manner of widening a portion of Paci c Coast Highway at Cross Creek Road.”

CCRM maintained it was entitled to an agreement extension of approximately seven years, in which case the Development Agreement would expire in December 2027. Whereas, the city disagreed and asserted any delay of the agreement was signi cantly less. Absent the settlement of the parties’ dispute, the Development Agreement would

have expired on Dec. 30, 2023. Details of the settlement

After conducting three closed-session negotiations, the City Council considered whether to approve the parties’ proposed settlement in its open meeting on Aug. 14 to allow for public comment.

Rusin stated, “Rather than litigating the dispute, the City and CCRM proposed ‘a good-faith compromise’ that provides additional tolling, but only for a portion of the period of time sought by CCRM — while also narrowing the rights of CCRM during that additional tolling period, and providing significant bene ts to the City.” Under the Settlement Agreement, the Development Agreement will be tolled and will expire on Aug. 14, 2024, one year after the parties consented to settlement.

Settlement’s bene ts to the city e salient provisions of the settlement include that Parcel C, located directly behind the Ranch shopping center, will no longer revert to CCRM.

Rusin noted that under the original Development Agreement, Parcel C was to be reconveyed to CCRM in certain circumstances, including if the city does not develop the property in the next six and a half years. Under the Settlement Agreement, CCRM waives that right, allowing the city to develop the parcel on a time frame that ts its priorities without risking its right to the property.

Further, the parties’ settlement expands the city’s possible uses of Parcel C such that the city could construct: 1) a municipal auditorium or community performing arts center; 2) an art gallery or exhibition space; 3) a movie theater; 4) sports or recreation facilities with appropriate sound attenuation to accommodate neighbors; or 5) “any other use that does not substantially negatively impact the operations, peacefulness, or economic health of Cross Creek Ranch in CCRM’s reasonable business judgment, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.” e city will also receive free parking for Parcel C at Cross Creek Ranch to provide up to half of the city’s future parking needs post-development, as well as up to $100,000 for planning and design services to help the city develop Parcel C.

Further, CCRM will pay the city $250,000 in ve equal annual installments, beginning 30 days after the rst tenant opens to the public. Finally, CCRM agreed to pay the city $40,000 for negotiation-related legal expenses and costs.

Bene ts to CCRM and its subjection to the new Formula Retail Ordinance

For its part, CCRM will continue “to be entitled to expedited processing of permitting applications” during the term of the Development Agreement, but

“will not be eligible for additional tolling.”

e gravamen of the settlement focuses on when CCRM becomes subject to the Formula Retail Ordinance, the 2018 law that imposes limitations on shopping centers of more than 10,000 square feet and prohibits chain stores with 10 or more global locations from renting in those malls “to avoid a sense of sameness and familiarity,” in the Malibu retail sector.

After the Development Agreement expires in August 2024, CCRM will be subject to the Formula Retail Ordinance. However, the settlement provides that until then, CCRM may obtain a planning clearance for nonexempt formula retail tenants for both types of Retail Formula exempt companies - not only for up to 30 percent of the shopping center’s gross oor area as allowed by the Formula Retail Ordinance (30 percent provision in that law), but also for an additional 20 percent of the gross oor area (20 percent of square footage limitation, excluding oor area occupied by exempt formula retail).

To keep things straight, CCRM has agreed to designate for each proposed tenant whether the permit application is to be reviewed as a 20 percent or 30 percent type.

ere are further nuances in the settlement agreement. First, retail tenants with 10 or more stores anywhere in Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange counties do not qualify for a planning clearance as part of the 20 percent type. As a result, while the 20 percent type would qualify as “formula retail” under that ordinance based on the presence of 10 or more stores in the world, stores approved in this situation as part of the 20 percent type will not have a large presence in those counties.

Further, CCRM may lease up to three non-exempt formula retail tenants with a space up to 5,000 square feet in size, compared to the Retail Formula Ordinance’s 4,000-square foot limitation.

Although stores who obtain permission to lease under the Settlement Agreement’s relaxed Retail Ordinance provision will be able to continue as tenants, after their tenancy expires, new tenants will be subject to the law.

e council’s deliberations in open session e councilmembers struggled regarding whether to approve the settlement agreement, which was only added to the Aug. 14 agenda on Aug. 11 without providing the original Development Agreement as part of the amended city council agenda materials.

Citizens who commented included John Mazza, who stated, “ is settlement agreement is disadvantageous to other retailers in other malls, such as Howdy’s, and you’re giving an advantage to one retail center to the detriment of local businesses. We need to remember that Malibu residents want a rural environment.”

Jo Drummond stated, “If there is a lot of large retail in the shopping center, the landlord can raise the rent, which will a ect other local retailers and that doesn’t serve the local community.”

Complicating the consideration of the settlement agreement further, the council focused on the terms of the proposed release of any claims, known or unknown

that CCRM may ever have against the city.

Commenting on the “awkwardness,” of modifying a release provision in an agreement in an open forum in front of the very parties the city is negotiating with, Silverstein said he was uncomfortable with agreeing to the settlement agreement in the meeting.

Ultimately, the parties agreed to a more expansive release provision. Silverstein, the only attorney on the council, voted against approving the settlement and urged deferring consideration of the settlement agreement. Essentially, Silverstein argued that if he had a little extra time, he was con dent that he and his colleagues could negotiate an even better settlement of the dispute. Speci cally, Silverstein remarked that he thought the city could get more bene ts from the developer and that all restrictions on what the city does with Parcel C should be removed.

“We wouldn’t be considering settlement unless the developer had a claim that it is entitled to tolling,” He said, “ ey have a claim. Only litigation would resolve which party would win with regard to their position concerning the length of tolling the developer is entitled to.”

Other councilmembers favored approving the settlement agreement, including Councilmember Paul Grisanti.

Colloquially applying principles of fundamental fairness that translate into the “deal is a deal,” theory, Councilmember Doug Stewart advocated accepting the settlement agreement as modi ed in open meeting, stating that in good faith the city needed to agree to the deal.

e proposal to approve the amended settlement agreement passed 4-1. Silverstein voted no, stating that amending an agreement in session was repugnant to his inclinations as an attorney.

Status of the Ranch Project going forward

Given that the settlement has been reached, readers may wonder what will happen next to the empty retail center, a la “Well settle-schmettle, now when exactly will the retail center open and with what retail, restaurant, and o ce tenants.”

“We are now in the position that we can now go ahead with the tenants starting their leasing process,” Ranch’s CEO Bryan Gordon. “We’ve been waiting for the settlement agreement and some tenants have started applying for building permits.”

However, Gordon stated that he wanted to manage readers’ expectations regarding the timing of business openings.

“We anticipate that we will now open in the summer of 2024 because it takes time for tenants to go through the permitting process,” he said. “First, they must go through planning clearance and planning approval, then they must obtain conditional use permits if they are required, which is generally for restaurants, then they have to obtain approval of their plans, do buildouts, and nal walk-throughs. Finally, they must obtain a certi cate of occupancy.” e long and short of the matter is that the dispute has been settled and the businesses interested in leasing in the space now must start the permitting process. In the meantime the community waits and wonders.

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Zuma lifeguards shine bright at USLA National Lifeguard Championships

Zuma lifeguard Holly Maine has soared to victory, clinching the esteemed title of national champion in the women’s rescue board race at the annual United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) National Lifeguard Championships. is thrilling event unfolded against the backdrop of the sun-soaked Virginia Beach, VA, from Aug. 9 through 12. A rigorous contest spanning three days, the championship comprised heats and semi- nals that pushed the lifeguards to their limits.

In an awe-inspiring display of determination and skill, Holly Maine overcame all odds on Friday, Aug. 11, securing the top spot in the open water paddle on her rescue board. Her triumph held an extra layer of achievement as Maine valiantly battled a cold while emerging victorious. Maine’s recent success is the crescendo of her e orts, having secured two third-place nishes just a week prior at the International Surf Festival held in the South Bay. Demonstrating her prowess, the 23-year-old standout also led the coed relays as a team captain at the International Surf Festival.

Maine’s journey into lifeguarding began as a junior lifeguard at Zuma Beach at the tender age of 12. Eleven years later, she stands tall as a Los Angeles County Lifeguard, a testament to her unwavering commitment and dedication to the lifeguarding community. Her exceptional skills have not

gone unnoticed, as she clinched an individual board race victory and a three-person relay win at last year’s USLA National Lifeguard Championships.

In a resounding display of unity and excellence, Zuma lifeguards collectively left their mark at the USLA National Life-

guard Championships. e event, held from Aug. 9 to 12, drew lifeguards from across the nation, all vying for supremacy in swimming, running, paddling, surf/ski, and Taplin relays.

Among these luminaries, Ben Tran, 24, a native of Malibu and a Zuma Beach ocean

lifeguard, emerged as a standout champion. Alongside his esteemed teammates Brian Murphy and Lucas Pohlman, Tran clinched rst place in the heart-pounding rescue board relay, cementing their position at the pinnacle of their eld. Tran’s talents extended beyond this victory, as he secured

third place in the ercely contested Taplin medley relay, partnering with Zuma ocean lifeguards Cameron Eickho and Stephen Blauuw, aged 20 and 24 respectively. Furthermore, Tran’s impressive performance earned him a respectable fourth place in

Malibu Community Services hosts Fall Recreation Program Outreach Day

Families are excited to learn about the many programs offered later this year

Malibu Community Services hosted an information booth at Malibu Blu s Park on a breezy Sunday morning for Recreation Program Outreach Day.

Families from Malibu and across Los Angeles visited the park to get information on all the programs the city will o er later this year.

Outreach Day o ered families the information to prepare for the rst day of registration on Monday, Aug. 14.

Visitors were excited about the wide range of programs and activities slated for the fall.

Program yers were available and were split between youth programs, parent and me programs, and adult and senior programs.

Children and young teens can look forward to sports programs like soccer, tennis, skateboarding, sur ng, and volleyball, creative programs like musical theater, hip-hop dance, Mozart on canvas, and more unique programs like Lego-Super Structures, Science Explorers and Wildlife Biology.

Adults can also look forward to many di erent programs promoting health and

wellness, such as Barre tness, yoga, tai chi, dance workshops, open gym basketball, and the popular wellness workshops led by e Mindry.

Registrants of most ages can enjoy specialty programs like Ice Dyeing in September or Spooky Stamps and Fairy Gardening in October.

Among those who visited the Com-

munity Services booth, many were not Malibu residents. Families from Santa Monica, Hollywood, and the San Fernando Valley were visiting Malibu Blu s Park and expressed their interest in many of the programs promoted on Outreach Day.

Carolin Torres, a parent from Holly-

Photo by Emmanuel Luissi/TMT

lifeguard

Maine poses

accepts

award for first place in the women’s rescue board race at the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) National Lifeguard Championships in Virginia Beach, VA.

Photo by Joji Abasolo By EMMANUEL LUISSI Special to The Malibu Times

Leaving Malibuland: e Malibu Flavors of ‘Barbie’

By Benjamin Marcus,

If, like your Humble Narrator (YHN), you are loath to actually leave Malibu for any reason short of fleeing a firestorm, presenting/accepting at the Academy Awards, or you’re fiending for a Pink’s polish sausage with pastrami and sauerkraut, you might be surprised what new wonders await you over the Santa Monica Mountains and far away.

Too impatient for “Barbie” to stream, YHN and a patriarchy-obsessed, anarcho-feminist friend drove all the way to the Valley to see the billion-dollar baby.

“Valley” is what YHN sneeringly considers everything outside of Malibuland on the other side of the Santa Monica Mountains. If you can’t see the sea, it’s Valley. And while that’s not geographically correct, “Valley” includes Westlake Village.

The geosnobbery comes from the truth that Malibu is 21 miles of raw, feral, natural, beautiful, ocean-cooled, defiantly non-commercial and underdeveloped quiet seaside community.

In contrast, Valley is planned communities carved from desert dryness, shopping malls, strip malls, and air conditioning. To an ocean-minded person. Valley inspires two words: “mallaise” and “Agouraphobia.”

However, Cineopolis Luxury Cinema at the Promenade at Westlake is a thoroughly modern movie theater and it’s something.

An adult ticket is $18.50. To paraphrase David Letterman: “$18.50 here and $18.50 there and pretty soon you’re talking real money.”

But there are luxuries. To quote Vincent Vega from “Pulp Fic -

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tion”: “You can walk into a movie theater in Amsterdam and buy a beer. And I don’t mean just like no paper cup. I’m talkin’ about a glass of beer.”

Cineopolis has Amsterdam beat: A glass of beer, cocktails, wine, and margaritas are there in the lobby along with comfy chairs in an air-conditioned room waiting for the movie to start.

So not only that, but Cineopolis offers a full menu from which you can order comfort/ finger foods delivered to incredibly comfortable, reclining seats with removable armrests just in case someone needs a CBD-infused foot massage or something.

Prices are Malibuish: $10.50 for bottomless popcorn served in a bowl. And I don’t mean like no paper bowl. I’m talking about a metal bowl.

Besides that Mrs. Lincoln, how did you enjoy the show? What can be said about “Barbie” that hasn’t already been Freuded, Steinemed, Eberted, Mahered, Trumped, Tuckered, Piersed, poked, prodded, Adam and Eved, right-winged and left-winged?

There’s the Malibu angle. As seen from this 21 miles of scenic beauty between the Santa Monica Mountains and the deep blue sea, Malibu people will notice more than a few grains of Malibucentricism alchemized into the lavish, colorful sets and design of “Barbie.”

“Barbie” is all about Stereotypical Barbie falling from grace in Barbieland and her journey to the “real world” of Los Angeles/Santa Monica. It’s not hard to argue that compared to the rest of SoCal, Malibu is a kind of impossible Barbieland of swimming fools

and movie stars, natural beauty, beautiful houses, and beautiful cars with beautiful dreams inside.

The backdrop of Barbieland looks a lot like the mountainous backdrop of Malibu — although online stories say those are the San Jacinto Mountains, behind

Palm Springs. There are Malibu shirts scattered around here and at some point Simu Liu’s Ken challenges Ryan Gosling’s Ken to a “beach off” at Malibu. The whole beach obsession is very Malibu.

Little known fact: Ruth Han

dler — the creator of the Barbie doll — lived in Malibu Colony with her husband Elliott Handler, a co-founder of Mattel. They named their dolls Barbie and Ken after their own children and made SERIOUS bank on Barbie dolls and accoutrement from day one and skyrocketing up to now.

In 1959 — the year Barbie was introduced — Mattel sold 300,000 dolls at $3 each for a whopping $900,000 ($9,283,882.21 in modern dollars). Sixty-plus-years later, citizens purchase 100 Barbie dolls every 60 seconds. That adds up to sales of over 1 billion a year, every year.

Righteous bucks! Which allowed the Handlers in 1993 to buy a 4,225-square-foot, five-bedroom, four-bathroom beachfront Malibu Colony house built in 1949 (#73 if you must know). Ruth Handler passed on to Barbieland in 2002 and her husband joined her in 2011. The house sold for $9.8 million in 2015. The creators of Barbie and the namesakes for Barbie and Ken lived in Malibuland and maybe that’s partly why the movie “Barbie” is infused with the look and feel of Malibu.

Add to that, the movie “Don’t Make Waves,” which starred Sharon Tate as a bodacious blonde beach babe named Malibu, who some say inspired Malibu Barbie, which first sold in 1971 — two years after the tragic murder of Sharon Tate.

So there’s more than a little Malibu DNA in Barbie the doll and “Barbie” the movie, but is it worth driving over the mountains and far away to sit in a theater

to see it?

Rotten Tomatoes gave it an 88 percent rating but the number that matters is the boffo $1.18 billion “Barbie” had earned as of Aug. 13. You’re talking real money.

“Barbie” the movie is an opinion divider in these divisive times. The story made my patriarchy-obsessed, anarcho-feminist friend cry and laugh and girlpower-fist pump and cry some more.

In this corner you have pressured-speech, right-wing-nong Ben Shapiro babbling and yaddaing on for 43 minutes about the wokeness of “Barbie.”

In that other corner, usually grumpy New Yorker reviewer Richard Brody loved the movie in a review effusively titled “Barbie is Brilliant, Beautiful and Fun as Hell.” Brody babbled a bit himself: “‘Barbie’ is about the intellectual demand and emotional urgency of making pre-existing subjects one’s own, and it advocates for imaginative infidelity, the radical off-label manipulation of existing intellectual property.”

Say what?

You’ll just have to see it for yourself, but if you can’t wait for “Barbie” to come streaming into your home theater, Cineopolis is a pretty cool place to see this Malibu-infused movie. And since you’re over there anyway maybe stop at Costco or In-N-Out before you canyon-rush back to this side and breathe a big sigh of relief that Malibuland is what it is — a beautyarchy mostly undefiled by the mallaise and Agouraphobia of the outside world. Got tips? Gripes? Email YHN at thebenmalibu@gmail.com

Burt’s Eye View: Miracle of the le thumb

PERSPECTIVE

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

Ilove miracles, and both the New Testament and the Old Testament abound in them. In the former, Jesus turns water into wine — something that could destroy the wine industry in California. No question, that’s a miracle, but nothing compared to raising Lazarus from the dead. Now that’s a miracle par excellence. Maybe because I’m an animal lover, I prefer some of the miracles in the Old Testament. Living in the belly of a whale (regardless of what kind of whale), or living in a den with lions, now we’re talking.

My life has been pretty much devoid of miracles. e only miracle I can think of is my bride’s willingness to marry me. Everybody who knows us recognizes that as an absolute miracle.

And then earlier this year, something happened in

both the rescue relay and the surf/ ski race.

All the lifeguards who proudly serve at Zuma Beach belong to the esteemed ranks of Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguards. e unique challenges posed by Zuma Beach’s high winds and formidable rip tides have honed these lifeguards into a formidable force adept at safeguarding even the most treacherous waters. eir exceptional skills were once again validated at this month’s International Surf Festival in the South Bay, where they triumphed in various events.

In a culmination of talent, tenacity, and teamwork, Zuma lifeguards continue to prove their mettle on both local and national stages. eir triumphs stand as a testament to their unwavering dedication, skillful execution, and an indomitable spirit that remains at the heart of the lifeguarding community.

my garage which can only be described as a miracle, perhaps not as earthshaking as bringing people back to life, but nevertheless a miracle.

Most days I go to my garage where my stationary bike is located. My doctor told me to spend 25 to 30 minutes on the bike, so naturally I don’t spend a second more than 25 minutes. When the timer goes o at 25 minutes, you have never witnessed anybody dismount a bike faster. My workout on the bike is a perfect metaphor for my life — I work hard and end up exactly where I started. In other words, I go nowhere.

But, as always, I have become distracted and need to get back to the story about the miracle. When I enter the garage each day via the side door, I turn the lights on and then try unsuccessfully to open one of the three garage doors with my right thumb since my left hand is holding a cup of hot co ee. I like to drink while riding the bike, although never while driving a car. ere is a panel on the wall, and all I am supposed to

wood, visited the booth with her 19-month-old son, Julian.

She was excited by the Parent and Me soccer program running from Sept. 13 through Dec. 6. She said programs designed for very young children are unique to Malibu and are worth the trip to the beach community.

“ e program is ages 1 to 2 and most places don’t have that,” Torres said. “My son really likes soccer, so even if we have to make the drive, it’s a good opportunity for him to learn.”

She said Malibu Community Services’ commitment to providing and promoting family program activities is important because it helps families develop their children’s skills and interests.

“Activities like these build their skills, because it’s not just playing games, but learning about teamwork, listening to a coach, and learning good things,” Torres said.

Julian’s father, Gerardo Alfonso, said the programs o ered by

do is push a button and the door is supposed to open. I like to open the garage door so I can experience some fresh air while I go about my business going absolutely nowhere. I try with all the other ngers on my right hand, but the door still refuses to open.

Now here is where the miracle comes in. I put down my cup of co ee and push the panel button with my left thumb, and voila, you guessed it, the garage door opens on command. Since I am a college graduate, even though science was not my strong suit, I felt the need to do all kinds of experiments to determine whether there was another explanation for this phenomenon rather than simply declaring it a miracle.

Perhaps my left thumb is stronger than my right thumb because I am a lefty, a natural southpaw. e fact is that I am somewhat ambidextrous, and I use my right thumb to control the television remote. at right thumb has had enormous exercise controlling what I see and don’t see, so there is no question in my

the city give families across the county an opportunity and space to enjoy all the great resources Malibu has to o er.

“It brings all groups of people together and helps our communities become closer knit. It’s an outreach that can bring kids and families from all the di erent neighborhoods,” Alfonso said. “Given more opportunities, Malibu can reach the communities on the other side of the mountains. In Los Angeles, our camps will be a hundred degrees, and here, the weather is beautiful, the kids are great, and the parents are awesome. ere’s a lot of diversity here.”

Mark Sanaschagrin, a parent and a retired Santa Monica/Malibu school district and university educator, said programs like the ones o ered in Malibu provide an invaluable service for parents.

“Programs like these are important for supporting the community, especially the community raising small children,” Sanashagrin said. “It’s di cult to raise

mind that my right thumb is every bit the equal to its left counterpart.

Now I know what you, my reader, are thinking. You are thinking that even if this is a miracle, it pales in comparison to those mentioned in the two Testaments. Opening a garage door with my left thumb might not appear to some people as monumental a miracle as surviving in the belly of a whale, but I have a di erent perspective. I would rather have sunlight and fresh air in my garage while I go absolutely nowhere than I would want to live in the belly of a whale and survive (regardless of what kind of whale).

POSTSCRIPT: I have rarely apologized to you my reader, but an apology is in order. No sooner had I nished writing this column than I used my right index nger to open my garage door, and much to my surprise, the door opened on command. Feel free either to ignore everything I wrote in this column or perhaps to consider this happening as a second miracle.

children, it’s di cult to do without child care and child programs.

Usually child programs are pretty expensive but here it seems they have a nice selection for di erent kids and di erent ages.”

Anyone interested in fall programs is encouraged to visit Mal-

ibuCity.org/CommunityServices where they can see the full list of programs o ered later this year, sign up for programs beginning on Monday, Aug. 14, and where they can download the Fall 2023 Recreation Guide and City Newsletter.

Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are shown on a poster for the box-o ce smash “Barbie,” which has a few influences from Malibu. Photo Courtesy of The Barbie Movie

Julian Alfonso, 19 months, practices his soccer dribbling skills ahead of joining the ages 1 to 2 Parent and Me soccer classes. Photo by Emmanuel Luissi/TMT

Zuma Beach Ocean Lifeguards Cameron Eickho (left) and Stephen Blaauw celebrate a third-place finish in the Taplin Medley Relay at the Jersey Mike’s USLA National Lifeguard Championships held in Virginia Beach, Va. August 9-12. Photo by Julia Miyamoto

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Malibu’s Ben Tran scored third in the Taplin Medley Relay with fellow Zuma OLs Cameron Eickho and Stephen Blauuw; fourth in the Rescue Relay and fourth in the Surf Ski Race.

Photo by Julia Miyamoto

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. KINTZELE LAW GROUP

11500 W OLYMPIC BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90064, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

1025 S MANSFIELD DR, LOS ANGELES, CA 90064

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. KLG P.C.

1025 S MANSFIELD DR, LOS ANGELES, CA 90064

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/2023.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed, KLG

P.C., JONATHAN KINTZELE, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 7/19/2023.

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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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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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 48073228 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/18/2017. 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 51 2 of the Financial Code and authori ed 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: LAWRENCE J. SOLOMON, A

MARRIED MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: IDEA LAW GROUP,

PC Recorded 9/26/2017 as Instrument No. 20171097069 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS AN ELES County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4032 CAMINO PLANO CALABASAS, CA 91302

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. HABITS OF WASTE

149 BARRINGTON AVE #649, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

2. CRAYON COLLECTION

149 BARRINGTON AVE #649, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. HABITS OF WASTE

149 BARRINGTON AVE #649, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049

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

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/2018.

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, HABITS OF WASTE INC., SHEILA MOROVATI, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 7/19/2023.

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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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. LITTLE PAWS PLAYHOUSE

4374 HILL VIEW DRIVE, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. JANNETTE LEE FRAZIER

4374 HILL VIEW DRIVE, MALIBU, CA 90265

If Corporation or LLC- CA 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, JANNETTE LEE FRAZIER, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 7/26/2023.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SEC-

TION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERAL-

LY 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

A.P.N.: 2069-046-035 Date of Sale: 8/30/2023 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Pla a, Pomona, CA 91 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $753,224.69, Estimated. 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 1 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 (8 ) 84-2 2 or visit this Internet Website https // www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 48073228. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (8 ) 84-2 2 , or visit this internet website https // www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 48 228 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. The Notice to Tenant pertains to sales occurring after January 1, 2021. Date: 7/31/2023 IDEA LAW GROUP, PC 1651 E 4th Street, Suite 124 Santa Ana, California 92701 Foreclosure Department: (877) 353-2146 Sale Information Only (8 ) 84-2 2 https //www.servicelinkasap.com

Maggie Salac, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED T AT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. A-4792301 08/10/2023, 08/17/2023, 08/24/2023 MALIBU 179

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DIANE J. KIEFFER CASE NO. 23STPB08416

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DIANE J. KIEFFER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ERIC WINSTON KIEFFER in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ERIC WINSTON IEFFER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

10/06/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 125 . A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

DANIEL C. HALES, ESQ.–SBN 146564, CITADEL LAW CORPORATION

2372 MORSE AVENUE

IRVINE CA 92614, Telephone (949) 852-8181

BSC 223755

8/10, 8/17, 8/24/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LISA KAHN MAZZARELLA

CASE NO. 23STPB08447

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LISA KAHN MAZZARELLA

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Linda Wendell Hsu in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Linda Wendell su be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Sept. 7, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 79 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 125 . A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner:

SBN 233085

KATTEN MUCHIN ROSENMAN LLP

2029 CENTURY PARK EAST

STE 2600

LOS ANGELES CA 90067

CN998857 MAZZARELLA Aug 10,17,24, 2023

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. SIGNUM SYSTEMS

3540 THREE SPRINGS DR, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. JERRY LEWANDOWSKI

3540 THREE SPRINGS DR, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361

If Corporation or LLC- CA 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 08/2023.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed, JERRY LEWANDOWSKI, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 8/2/2023.

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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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. R SPECTOR AND CO

31324 VIA COLINAS 104, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91362, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. PENNES INC.

31324 VIA COLINAS 104, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91362

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

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/2000.

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, PENNES INC., RAMONA SPECTOR, SECRETARY This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 8/2/2023.

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: 08/10, 08/17, 08/24, 08/31/2023

MALIBU 184

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NO. 23VECP00446

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: SOOREN EBADEH AHWAZI BY JAMES AHVAZI AND AREZO ABADEH AHWAZI

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner SOOREN EBADEH AHWAZI BY JAMES AHVAZI AND AREZO ABADEH AHWAZI a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: SOOREN EBADEH AHWAZI Proposed Name:

SOOREN AHVAZI

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

Date: SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: T ROOM:

600

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS AN-

GELES

6230 SYLMAR AVE, VAN NUYS, CA 91401

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

The Malibu Times

Date: 07/28/2023

VIRGINIA KEENY, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 08/10, 08/17, 08/24, 08/31/2023

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The Malibu Times

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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

Hearing Date and Time: Wednesday September 20, 2023, 9:00 a.m.

Hearing Location: 320 West Temple St., Rm. 150, Los Angeles, CA 90012, and Online. Visit https://bit.ly/RPC-hearings and select hearing date for more information.

Project & Permit(s): Gun Dealer Ordinance/Title 22/ Project No. PRJ2023-002078 / Advance Planning Project No. RPPL2023003021

Project Location: Countywide

CEQA Exemption: Section 15061(b)(3)

Project Description: The Gun Dealer Ordinance/Title 22 amends Title 22, or the Zoning Code, to align with updates to licensing requirements in Title 7 (Business Licenses). This includes defining gun dealers, clarifying the allowance of gun dealers in certain zones, prohibiting gun dealers within 1,000 feet of a sensitive use and other gun dealers, and requiring a Conditional Use Permit for new gun dealers where permitted. In conjunction with Title 7, the Ordinance includes hours of operation and requires licensing. The Ordinance also prohibits the discharge or firing of a firearm on premises.

For more information regarding this application, contact Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning (DRP) via e-mail at gundealerordinance@planning.lacounty.gov or by telephone: (213) 974-6457. Case materials are available online at https://bit.ly/PRJ2023-002078 and at all County libraries. All correspondence received by DRP shall be considered a public record. If you need reasonable accommodations or auxiliary aids, contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at (213) 974-6488 (Voice) or (213) 6172292 (TDD) with at least 3 business days’ advance notice. Para leer este aviso en español visite el sitio del proyecto Si necesita más información por favor llame al (213) 974-6427. 8/17/23

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CHONG SOON MARTIN AKA JUDY MARTIN

Case No. 22STPB00555

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CHONG SOON MARTIN aka JUDY MARTIN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by County of Los Angeles Public Administrator in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that County of Los Angeles Public Administrator be appointed as special administrator with general powers to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Sept. 5, 2023

at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER:

LINDA ESHOE

PRIN DEP COUNTY

COUNSEL SBN 159481

DAWYN HARRISON

OFFICE OF COUNTY

COUNSEL

500 WEST TEMPLE ST

STE 648

LOS ANGELES CA 90012

CN998878 MARTIN Aug 17,24,31, 2023

MALIBU 188

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CHONG SOON MARTIN AKA JUDY MARTIN

Case No. 22STPB00555

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CHONG SOON MARTIN aka JUDY MARTIN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by County of Los Angeles Public Administrator in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that County of Los Angeles Public Administrator be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Sept. 5, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER:

LINDA ESHOE PRIN DEPUTY

COUNTY COUNSELW

SBN 159481

DAWYN HARRISON OFFICE OF COUNTY

COUNSEL 500 WEST TEMPLE ST

STE 648

LOS ANGELES CA 90012

CN998877 MARTIN Aug 17,24,31, 2023

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STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is given that proposals for the On-Call Underground and Aboveground Storage Tank Testing and Certification Services (BRC0000429) will be received by Los Angeles County Public Works, per the instructions listed on the RFP until 5:30pm, Tuesday, August 29, 2023. No Proposers’ Conference will be held. The estimated annual contract amount is $300,000. Instructions for accessing the RFP document are available at the following link: http://pw.lacounty.gov/brcd/ servicecontracts or may be mailed to you upon request by calling(626) 458-4199 orTDDat(626) 282-7829.

8/17/23

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NO. 23SMCP00439

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: LIANA VIOLETA VILCEANOV

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner LIANA VIOLETA VILCEANOV a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: LIANA VIOLETA VILCEANOV Proposed Name:

LIANA VILCEANOV LASCU

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

Date: OCTOBER 06, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

The Malibu Times

Date: 08/10/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 08/17, 08/24, 08/31, 09/7/2023 The Malibu Times

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. POSITIVE IMPACT SOLUTIONS

3327 1/2 SUMAC RIDGE RD, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. KATELYN WHITE

3327 1/2 SUMAC RIDGE RD, MALIBU, CA 90265

If Corporation or LLC- CA 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, KATELYN WHITE, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 7/12/2023.

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,

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, September 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference.

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

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 20-068, SITE

PLAN REVIEW NO. 21-009, AND DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 20-028 – An application for the demolition of the existing single-family residence, construction of a new 6,284 square foot single-family residence, basement, 510 square foot attached garage and 462 square foot detached garage, 471 square foot second unit, pool and spa, cabana, onsite wastewater treatment system and associated development, and a site plan review for construction up to 24 feet in height to allow for a flat roof

Location: 6734 Zumirez Drive

APN: 4466-002-001

Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre

Applicant: Schmitz and Associates, Inc.

Owner: IBN Properties, LLC

Appealable to: California Coastal Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and 15303(e)

Application Filed: December 29, 2020

Case Planner Tyler Eaton, Senior Planner 310-456-2489, ext. 273 teaton@malibucity. org

Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission previously analyzed the 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 pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and (e) – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. The Planning Commission 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 Council regarding these matters will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Council’s procedures.

Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person by appointment at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on, or before, the date of the meeting.

COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the City Council’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.

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: August 17, 2023

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Sharks endure intense ‘Hell Week’ prep

Malibu High water polo travels north to scrimmage Santa Barbara High Aug. 22

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special

The Malibu Times

Members of Malibu High Sharks boys water polo team probably swam more yards than they can count this week at the pool at Malibu High.

e Sharks also went through plenty of shooting drills and practiced their offensive sets, but the annual ve days of twice-a-day preseason practices, which began on Monday and ends on Friday, isn’t known as “Hell Week” because it’s a relaxing dip in the pool.

Instead, it’s a week of intense training meant to get Malibu’s players conditioned for the season, Sharks head coach Hayden Goldberg said last week.

“I’m sure everyone has been doing what they needed to do over the summer, but we are going to get into water polo shape,” he said. “ at is completely di erent from lifeguard shape or swim shape. It’s a di erent mentality.”

“ is is an endurance sport in the water,” added Goldberg, who is entering his seventh season as head coach. “It’s like running if you play soccer or football.”

e week features three-hour practices each morning, during which the squad focuses on swimming, shooting, and

stamina. e squad’s two-and-a-halfhour practices in the afternoon feature team bonding and intrasquad scrimmages.

e training, Goldberg noted, can reveal the spirit of a squad.

“Every year is a di erent team,” he said.

“We had three seniors graduate last year, and this year I have eight seniors, so it’s a di erent swing to have a senior-heavy team compared to years past when we had majority younger guys.”

e squad was set to celebrate the end of “Hell Week” and the start of the season with a team dinner with the players’ families on Friday.

e Sharks enter their 2023 campaign as two-time defending champions of the Tri-Valley League. e team won the league title outright in 2022 and advanced to the second round of the CIF playo s. Malibu beat Fountain Valley 11-9 in the rst round, but was downed 10-4 by Crean Lutheran in the second round. Two seasons ago, Malibu shared the league crown with Foothill Tech.

Goldberg believes Malibu can claim the league championship again thanks to key returning players that are skilled on o ense and defense.

“I think the boys are going to nd themselves as a unit and there are go -

ing to be at least six guys other teams will have to worry about,” he said.

e Sharks travel to Santa Barbara to scrimmage the Santa Barbara High Dons on Aug. 22. Malibu scrimmages the Dons, traditionally a water polo powerhouse, each season to gauge where they are at as a team.

“For years, Santa Barbara has been tops in their division,” Goldberg said. “To go up there and either get our butts kicked, play with the team, or just see if we can throw things out against a great program is something I look forward to.”

Malibu will participate in an Aug. 25-26 tournament in ousand Oaks to

start the regular season. ey will play at Camarillo on Aug. 29 and at Agoura on Aug. 31. e squad will play in a Sept. 1-2 tournament at Ventura, and host Beverly Hills on Sept. 5. e Sharks will hold the Malibu Tournament Sept. 7-9.

Goldberg expects a grueling, but successful “Hell Week” for the team to kickstart a great season.

“It’s good to see the boys at the end of the week or toward the end of the rst couple of days, say ‘Hey, I can do this,’” Goldberg explained. “It’s a great team-bonding thing. We spend like 28 hours together during the entire week. is is a family.”

Waves women’s soccer squad scores exhibition win

Pepperdine will host Georgetown and Michigan this week to kick off regular season

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

The Pepperdine Waves women’s soccer team scored a victory before its season kicks o this week.

e Waves defeated the Arizona Wildcats 2-1 in an exhibition match on Aug. 10 at Pepperdine’s Tari Frahm Rokus Field.

Junior forward Kelsey Adams and senior mid elder Skylar Enge scored goals for Pepperdine in the contest.

Both goals happened in the rst 30 minutes of the matchup.

Adams received the ball from senior defender Victoria Romero via header with 16 minutes on the clock. Adams gathered the

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ball between her feet and kicked it with her right foot past Arizona’s goalkeeper and into the net. Enge scored around 14 minutes later. Freshman forward Julia Quinonez passed the ball to Enge, who nailed the ball with her right foot into the goal.

e Wildcats scored their lone goal 40 minutes later.

Enge had one assist in the game. Romero, Adams, and senior Tori Waldeck also each registered an assist.

Pepperdine sophomore goalkeeper Harlee Head had two saves in the game.

Pepperdine took eight shots, including four on goal, while Arizona took 10 shots, including four on goal.

e Waves host Georgetown on ursday at 3 p.m. to start their season. e squad will host Michigan on Sunday at 1 p.m. Pepperdine plays at San Diego State on Aug. 24.

e Waves nished last season with a 9-4-5 record.

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Pepperdine women’s soccer player Skylar Enge launches a corner kick during an exhibition game against Arizona. Enge scored one of the goals in the Waves’ 2-1 win.

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The Malibu High School Sharks Boys water polo team has endured two-a-day practices each morning and afternoon this week during which the squad focuses on swimming, shooting, and stamina. Photos by Devon Meyers/TMT