The Malibu Times • June 13, 2024

The state of retail businesses in Malibu as summer visitors descend upon our community

By BARBARA BURKE

As locals prepare for the annual onslaught of millions of visitors during the summer months, Malibu businesses are rallying to attract beachgoers to their establishments, while wooing new local customers and endeavoring to keep their loyal local patrons.

Some of Malibu’s retail areas are in a significant state of flux, while one apparently continues to be in a state of limbo — James Perse, the major tenant in Malibu Lumber Yard, is apparently still negotiating with the City of Malibu regarding MLY’s need to lease enough of its space to locally owned businesses, as is required by the city’s formula retail ordinance, Malibu Municipal Code section 17.61.

Yet another retail center has yet to open. Cross Creek Ranch, a 122,324-square-foot mixed-use property at 23465 Civic Center Way, continues its efforts to lease many square feet of commercial, restaurant, and office space. The Malibu Planning Commission has approved applications for two restaurant spaces at the new venue, according to Planning Commissioner John Mazza. Comprising 10 one-and-two-story buildings, the property contains 71,605 square feet of retail and 50,719 square feet of creative, modern office space.

In western Malibu, the Trancas Country Market is undergoing quite a transformation. A few months ago, locals vociferously bemoaned the closing of Trancas Canyon Nursery, a beloved source for plants and all things gardening.

However, when this reporter stopped by Vintage Grocers yesterday, the operators of the nursery were at the market as well and pulled me aside to announce gleefully, “We’ve just signed a one-year lease with the management–we’re not going anywhere!”

However, it seems inevitable that when the vicissitudes of Malibu’s retail economy gives something that benefits locals, such as the nursery carrying on business, something else is taken away. True that at Trancas as we celebrate a business not disappearing from our commercial sector, we need only to walk around the retail center to see that other businesses have vacated their venues or soon will.

Malibu Meditations Journey has shuttered, leaving many loyal customers in the wellness space without a gathering place in western Malibu. We thought that Hiptique was going to close — there was a

Malibu Little League Season closes with parade

a result of the hard work they had done during practice this spring.

“We couldn’t hit the baseball early on,” he remembered. “The last few weeks, everybody focused more. They all worked hard at home. They worked with the coaches. It was fantastic.”

Clarke said it was an honor to lead the Yankees this season.

The Yankees, a team in the Malibu Little League’s AAA division, caught fire in the batter’s box in final weeks of the league’s three-month season.

Paul Clarke, the coach of the squad of 8- to 10-year-old boys, said the group’s stellar batting was

The Yankees’ bats stayed aflame during their matchup against the White Sox in the AAA division’s championship game at Bluffs Park on June 8. The Yankees registered hit after hit as they defeated the White Sox 11-6 to win the AAA championship.

“They are an incredible group of boys,” he noted. “Always willing to participate, always willing to listen and learn. I’m happy to be a part of their baseball journey. Seeing these boys evolve and learn new skills has been phenomenal.”

The Yankees squad included Bali Clarke, Brody Carpenter, Enzo Biedrzycki, Gavin Peterson, James Whitworth, Justus Mancuso, Lucas Diana, Mathis Hebert, Orion Saidoff, Peyton Levangie, and Zade Wilson. When their title victory was

secured, the group jumped up and down and high-fived and hugged each other in the infield before they shook their opponents’ hands.

Cloudy skies and a slight drizzle of rain had no chance in washing away the festive mood of the Malibu Little League’s final day. The closing day included a parade, awards and recognitions, championship baseball, and a plethora of smiles beaming off the faces of boys and girls baseball and softball players and their parents on the park’s diamonds.

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“Empowering students to thrive.”

That is the goal — and impressively, the achievement — of Malibu’s Emily Shane Foundation, an accomplishment recognized by California State Senator Ben Allen, who has named the foundation as a California Nonprofit of the Year at a celebratory luncheon at the state capitol on California Nonprofits Day, Wednesday, June 5. The prestigious honor acknowledges the foundation’s empowering underserved middle school students through personalized academic tutoring and mentorship.

“I served on the school board when we tragically lost Emily Shane 14 years ago on Pacific Coast Highway,” Allen stated. “That Ellen and Michel have been able to turn that unthinkable loss into such a powerful force for good is commendable and inspiring.”

Allen elaborated, stating, “The data is clear: students served by the foundation’s individualized tutoring and mentorship programs are more

likely to graduate high school and enroll in college and less likely to miss school or turn to illegal substance use. I am pleased to honor Emily’s legacy

by recognizing this life-changing work.”

The CalNonprofit of the Year initiative, now in its ninth year, allows each California state legislator to honor a nonprofit organization doing outstanding work in their district.

The foundation is one of more than 100 other honorees recognized by state senators and assembly members for their exceptional contributions to their communities.

CalNonprofits, the leading policy voice for California’s nonprofit sector, sponsors the program in partnership with the state senate and Assembly Select Committees on the Nonprofit Sector.

“It is our hope that this recognition will amplify our mission and garner the support needed to continue Emily’s legacy,” Ellen Shane, director of the foundation said. “Every child deserves the chance to succeed in middle school and beyond. May this honor be a stimulus to ensure a positive future for those we serve.”

To learn more about the Emily Shane Foundation and its impressively impactful work, which strives to achieve educational equity and student success, go to emilyshane.org.

During the Malibu City Council meeting on Monday night, June 10, the city announced its upcoming Community Launch event on Thursday, June 27, at 5 p.m. at Malibu Bluffs Park. The city has convened a focus group of residents, Pepperdine students, and law enforcement partners to formulate a campaign that targets driving behaviors while empowering its residents that set the standard for driving in Malibu.

“We’re very excited about this launch and we hope the community comes out to share in this effort,” Deputy City Manager Alexis Brown said. “We are making a long term commitment as a city, we’re looking at more of a three year type

this week

MALIBU’S AWARD WINNING NEWSPAPER SINCE 1946

Special to The Malibu Times By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

(From left) Malibu City Councilmembers Marianne Riggins, Paul Grisanti, and Mayor Pro Tem Doug Stewart ride in the Malibu Little League Closing

Parade. Photo by Emmanuel Luissi

OPINION

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Locals support ‘Give us Speed Cameras!’ T-shirt campaign Free T-shirts are still available at Tracy Park

Council supports residents advocating for speed cameras Sheriff’s sergeant discusses parking issues on Winding Way and Point Dume during Memorial Day weekend

LOCAL DAR chapter recognizes The Malibu Times for Excellence in Historic Preservation AvGroup recognizes newspapers’ roles in fufilling First Amendment functions, and honors the American Creed

Community attends annual Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station Open House over the weekend Community members were able to meet and greet various public safety units

Planning Commission motions to continue the antenna tower to a date uncertain The opening of the Sheriff’s substation is also delayed due to inadequate staffing

*Letters to the Editor may not reflect the view, opinion and/or ethics of the The Malibu Times. They are however, letters from the people of Malibu. We support your right to express your opinion. Read "Write to Us" to submit your letter today.

PCH safety

Dear Editor,

I wish to commend you for the significant amount of ink you allocated toward Michel Shane’s letter regarding multiple deadly incidents on Pacific Coast Highway, as well as holding Caltrans, and other agencies accountable. Michel and his beloved wife Ellen know first-hand the horrible tragedy that can change a family in the blink of an eye. The outcome of their personal experience has produced a resolve to affect change on the highway that winds through Malibu. They have worked for years, and suggested countless remedies, and very rational changes that could be extremely effective, if only they were implemented.

The traffic calming measures Michel suggests are excellent, and the use of roundabouts, as well as chicanes are effective in many parts of the world. I would like to add to the list of measures that will have an impact, which will give us a crucial role in determining the road’s safety standard. Certainly there is much technology that can work for us and help us all navigate anywhere we chose to go. The sensors on newer model cars are excellent, as well as heads-up display options, but I think a most under rated device is our vehicle cruise control. I have really noticed how much more relaxed I am when I get on PCH, I simply “see” the posted speed limit, and I “set” my cruise control. This habit has become a welcome part of any journey. We have speed bumps on many streets because “we drivers” can’t obey the speed limit. We also have motorcycle cops to help control speeders. This is all due to the fact we have very little discipline. It all boils down to us! We need to take our roads back by setting the example, regaining control, and taking responsibility for our driving behavior. Let’s try it and see what happens.

By SCOTT DITTRICH Columnist

One more item: If you speed in Malibu, the Sheriff’s Department will impound your car, one day for every mile an hour over the speed limit, when you get busted. Be safe out there, everyone. Please, “SEE IT” and “SET IT.”

Dermot Stoker Malibu

Impression of May 13 City Council meeting

Dear Editor,

I am a frequent participant and/ or observer of our City Council meetings, as well as other department and commission meetings. I take exception to what Councilman Doug Stewart wrote in last week’s Letters to the Editor section titled “Respect and proper decorum must return to Malibu council meetings.” I attended that meeting by Zoom and I just reviewed it again on YouTube to make sure my first impression was correct.

Regarding Mr. Stewart’s assertion that there was “verbal abuse of city planning staff by one or more members of the council,” I find that to be untrue. Common sense questions were asked of the staff planner, and there was a back-and-forth discussion, but it was not a verbal assault in any stretch of the imagination. Mayor Steve Uhring ran the meeting in a professional manner as he always does. Mr. Bruce Silverstein raised questions about staff procedures that were important, and read letters from residents opposed to this project. I imagine staff was embarrassed when shortcomings were revealed, but the questions needed to be asked.

As to the members of the audience reacting to what was said at the council meeting, the audience was not raucous or out of line from what I could tell as a Zoom participant. They did not disrupt the meeting in any way. This is not a judge’s cham-

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ber, and sometimes reactions such as laughter or light clapping are not out of order, especially in this situation. Sometimes spontaneous responses just happen. This was an important appeal that the residents had to pay for, and obviously they were invested in the outcome. Were they supposed to remain completely silent? And if a funny comment is made by a council member are they not to laugh?

I am happy that Mr. Stewart intends to ensure compliance in the future, but I hope proceedings will not become so strict we lose our humanity. I belong to many groups and over the years have attended many, many governmental and private meetings, so I do have a sense of what goes on. I thank our council people for their long hours of work, and their commitment to the Malibu Mission Statement.

Lonnie Gordon Executive Director MalibuSafeforTech.org

A novel, inexpensive idea to increase safety on PCH

Dear Editor,

I’ve lived in Malibu for 30+ years, and as President of the Malibu Green Machine worked closely with Caltrans and the City to accomplish the landscaping of the median from Webb Way to Cross Creek.

Everyone’s throwing out ideas now about how to slow traffic on PCH. I have a simple, cheap idea that works well in other locales.

In Bozeman, Montana, where I also live, they place a cross or a Star of David on the shoulder of

the road where someone died. It’s very effective. Every time I see one of those crosses, it’s very sobering. I can’t help myself — I slow down. Instead of spending lots of money on speed cameras, why don’t we try this super simple but very effective technique here in Malibu.

Jo Giese, Malibu

Malibu High School seniors celebrate pennant day and senior tailgate

Dear Editor,

Approaching the end of a year marked by special events honoring the Malibu High School Senior Class of 2024, students, parents, and families recently convened at the school for a memorable Pennant Day and Senior Tailgate Celebration. Adorned in spirited attire representing their chosen colleges and universities, the Shark seniors reveled in festivities that included car decorations, a taco lunch courtesy of Lucky Penny General Store, and joyful group photographs.

This significant milestone served as a testament to the resilience and determination of these students, who have navigated through a series of challenges, including the Woolsey Fire and the COVID-19 pandemic, throughout their undergraduate journey. Parents of these students organized an array of additional gatherings throughout the academic year, including a bowling soirée at Pinstripes in Woodland Hills, an enchanting outdoor movie night on the school quad, a splendid senior picnic sponsored by Howdy’s, and an unforgettable Casino Night

extravaganza featuring games, professional dealers, and dazzling Vegas-inspired attire, among other festivities.

As this exhilarating chapter in the lives of these students unfolds, a few more special moments await before their eagerly anticipated graduation day on Tuesday, June 11th, at 2 p.m.

Molly Marler, Senior Parent at Malibu High Truck ban on PCH

Dear Editor,

Since 1980, there has been a Truck Ban on 4-axle trucks on PCH between Topanga Canyon and Decker Canyon. Google Caltrans and check out the present history of trucks on PCH. It is The Truck Ban of 1980, and it is still in effect.

The only thing missing is enforcement by the CHP and local police. It requires the city to require the local police and the CHP to start writing tickets. Once they start writing tickets, word will spread in the trucking community, and traffic will decrease.

So PLEASE WRITE TO THE CITY COUNCIL and demand that they start doing their job. It will increase safety and reduce nighttime noise on PCH.

As the Director of Transportation for the Malibu Township Council 1974-1980, where I received an award for my work from the City — please call the City Council. Do not let a good law go to waste.

Harriet Pollon, Malibu

Common Cents: Politics and economics

The intersection of politics and economics is fraught with misstatements and lies. In the not-distant past, newspapers and television would expose some of the deception, but today much of the Fourth Estate has become advocates, shilling under the banner of journalism, allowing politicians to deceive the uneducated and ill-informed voter.

With the president’s sinking poll numbers, and the huge donations made to Donald Trump after his conviction, the realization that bringing the former president into court might have backfired leaves Joe Biden little room to divert attention from his policies. Inflation, the border crisis, two wars, an increasingly aggressive China, and even the “lawfare” being waged against Mr. Trump, have left the current president with few options. The administration’s latest tactic is scapegoating the rich, charging “evil” corporations with making excess profits at the expense of average folks.

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recent letter in the Wall Street Journal blaming Big Oil for gouging customers parallels Biden’s policies and latest tactics. Of course large oil companies charge as much as they can. That’s what businesses do. Should they earn above-average returns on investment — i.e. “excess” profits — other companies should rush to enter the market and the resulting competition will lower prices. But California’s regulations have resulted in the smaller refiners and producers leaving the state, unable to bear the cost of compliance. But it is these same smaller companies that drive price cutting and competition. Even now, the special blends of gasoline required for different seasons preclude most imports from other states, cutting off anoth-

er avenue of supply and leaving us at the mercy of the few remaining refineries. (California now has 1/3 the number of refineries as 20 years ago). And since existing refiners run close to capacity, repairs are more frequent and any shutdown results in an instant spike in retail prices, which, of course, accrues to the remaining companies. Further, the regulatory process to build a new refinery — or expanding an existing one — is very costly and regulators have a history of denying such applications.

Inflation, which has decimated America’s lower wage earners, has been caused by excessive government spending and “loose” monetary policy. (The Fed still maintains a $7 trillion balance sheet). Under Biden, Washington annually spends $2 trillion more than it takes in. That means more dollars chase the current supply of goods, driving up prices. But government regulation attacking domestic production of fossil fuel is equally impactful to the economy. Energy is critical for everything, and low-cost energy is the key to a robust economy. China realizes this and continues its reliance on coal, among the most polluting of energy sources. In the U.S., we have strict emission standards both for coal and other fossil fuels; China not so much. This means every factory sent overseas adds more pollution worldwide. Similarly, switching from U.S. oil to production in Venezuela creates more pollution. While the U.S. marginally produces more petroleum than when Biden took office, had the Trump policies remained, domestic production would be significantly higher today, resulting in LESS pollution, more high-paying jobs, and downward pressure on prices (such lower prices would have decimated Iran and Russia’s ability to finance war).

Food prices have risen over 30 percent under Biden. This and gaso-

line impact the working poor heavily (In economic jargon inflation is a “regressive” tax) since those with lower incomes spend much of their income at the supermarket and filling up their tanks. Also, both are regular reminders of the president’s policies, since people shop and buy gas every few days.

The increased cost of food can be directly attributed to the spike in fuel prices under the current administration. Petroleum feeds the huge diesel tractors, fertilizer, water pumps, and transportation to processors and warehouses. The result: significantly higher cost at markets and restaurants. Manufacturing is similarly

impacted by high fuel prices — incentivizing the relocation of factories to lower-cost countries.

Biden wisely kept the Trump tax cuts which resulted in 47 percent more tax revenue, not less, contrary to the claims of Trump’s opponents at the time. And it was spread over both high and low earners. This was a huge boon to the economy, which grew at any average rate of over 5 percent until COVID. In my opinion, those tax cuts, combined with massive deficit spending, is responsible for delaying or preventing the predicted recession after the Fed abruptly raised interest rates.

To raise taxes on corporations, in-

vestors, and the wealthy as the president now proposes may sound great politically, but would cause some investors to withdraw funding for innovative but unproven and risky technologies, individuals to drop plans to buy a new car or remodel their kitchen, and businesses to cut orders from manufacturers. It is this diminishment in demand that leads to a recession. Since 70 percent of GDP is generated by consumer spending, when that slows, inventories build up and layoffs occur, economic output declines, and a recession results. While increasing taxes on the wealthy may work politically, it too will backfire.

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SIRENS

The following incidents were reported between:

MAY 5 - MAY 12

 5/5 | Petty Theft

A designer wallet worth $800 and an estimated $30 in cash was stolen from a public restroom after the victim left their personal items inside the restroom. There were security cameras available, but the owner was not present to provide assistance.

 5/8 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Surfrider Beach was broken into, and a wallet and iPhone were stolen. The victim hid the key fob but it was missing when they returned to their vehicle. The victim received a notification of an estimated $83,197 was charged to their credit cards.

 5/11 | Shoplifting

An estimated $400 worth of cosmetic items was stolen from CVS Pharmacy on Malibu Road. The suspect was seen on camera placing items in their purse and walking out of the store without paying. The suspect was seen entering a white sedan and driving out of view.

 5/12 | Vehicle burglary

A vehicle parked near Surfrider Beach was broken into, and a wallet, iPhone and multiple credits were stolen. The victim said they hid the fob, went surfing, and upon return, their vehicle was broken into. The victims iPhone was worth $1,100, and their wallet was worth $500. There was no damage or pry marks made to the vehicle. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

Malibu’s own Dick Van Dyke makes history as oldest Daytime Emmy winner at 98

Malibu’s Dick Van Dyke has made history. The 98-year-old legendary entertainer is now the oldest actor to win a Daytime Emmy Award. This marks the second Daytime Emmy win for the beloved actor, who has won five Primetime Emmys previously, three for his comedic performances in his eponymous TV classic “The Dick Van Dyke Show.”

Of course the beloved actor, comedian, singer, and dancer is known for starring in the movies “Mary Poppins” and“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” among others. The longtime Malibu resident won a Tony Award for “Bye Bye Birdie” and in 2021 was the recipient of a Kennedy Center Honor.

At his June 7 acceptance speech for his latest award recognizing his four-part arc on “Days of Our Lives” the remarkable Van Dyke quipped, “If I had known I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself.”

Shane Gang Pictures’ ‘21 Miles in Malibu’ triumphs at the 45th Annual Telly Awards

Shane Gang Pictures is thrilled to announce that its impactful film, “21 Miles in Malibu,” has been honored with Three Silver Telly Awards at the prestigious 45th Annual Telly Awards. This recognition underscores the film’s powerful storytelling and ability to drive meaningful change.

The Telly Awards are renowned for celebrating excellence in video and television across all screens. This year’s competition was fierce, with a record-breaking nearly 13,000 entries from top content creators around the globe. “21 Miles in Malibu” stood out in the highly competitive Non-Broadcast — Advocacy & Causes category, impressing the judging council with its compelling exploration of social issues.

“We’re absolutely thrilled and humbled by this recognition,” said Michel Shane, producer of “21 Miles in Malibu.” “This film was a labor of love by myself and Nic Davis, the film director, and to see it resonating with audiences and industry leaders alike is truly gratifying. It’s a testament to the power of storytelling to inspire action and create a safer, more just community.”

The full list of the 45th Annual Telly Awards winners can be found at tellyawards.com/winners

LA County Lifeguard sues over refusing to work near the rainbow-painted tower at Will Rogers Beach

A devout Christian evangelical who served as a Los Angeles County lifeguard at Will Rogers

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Beach is suing the county for requiring him to work near a rainbow-painted tower. Jeffrey Little, who’s worked as a county lifeguard for more than two decades, also claims he was punished for removing three Pride flags from L.A. County lifeguard towers. The city of Los Angeles and L.A. County both have approved flying LGBTQ+ supportive flags on government buildings.

Little’s station at Will Rogers Beach in Pacific Palisades is home to a historically LGBTQ+ friendly section known as Ginger Rogers Beach, named for the glamorous Hollywood actress and dancer, and known as a gay beach since the 1940s. Little informed his superiors last year that he wanted to be exempt from the county policy of raising a modified version of the rainbow flag that represents people of color, transgender, and nonbinary people. His bosses granted him the exemption, but while re-stationed at Dockweiler Beach Little was ordered to again fly the flags in question. His lawsuit alleges religious discrimination and emotional distress.

Malibu Community Lands Meeting

Upcoming meeting on Thursday, June 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Malibu West Beach Club, located at 30756 Pacific Coast Highway. Public parking is available on Trancas Canyon or Broad Beach Road. For more information visit malibucommunitylands. org/events.

City of Malibu continues effort to get FAA to alter flight paths

The City of Malibu has petitioned the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to review a Feb. 20 decision by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), as part of the city’s effort to address noise impacts on the community of new flight paths.

“Like every community in America, Malibu needs to able to enjoy peace and quiet as an important part of community health and wellness,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “However, our residents, as well as the habitats and wildlife of the Santa Monica Mountains, are heavily impacted by aircraft noise. I urge the FAA to work with Malibu to find solutions so that we can protect our quality of life.”

Three new flight paths in and out of Los Angeles International Airport (HUULL TWO, IRNMN TWO, and RYDRR TWO) have been identified as having particularly strong noise impacts on Malibu generated by planes during takeoff and landing. The FAA’s decision would exclude those flight paths from further environmental considerations.

The city hopes to open a dialogue with the FAA about the impacts of these flight paths on the community, the need take the issue seriously, and to work with the city to develop flight procedures that will reduce those impacts. While that may not be achievable solely through litigation, the city hopes that the prospect of a court review of the FAA’s decision will persuade the FAA to come to

the table and work with the city to find mutually acceptable solutions.

For more background information, see the city’s Sept. 9, 2023 letter to the FAA at malibucity. org.

Update on CHP traffic enforcement on PCH

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Malibu Task Force reported that they issued 71 citations between May 27 and June 2, of which 63 were for speeding, three were for distracted driving, one was for other violations, three were for mechanical violations. One verbal warning was also issued.

In response to conditions on PCH, culminating in the tragic deaths of four Pepperdine students struck by a speeding motorist while walking along PCH, the City Council declared a local emergency. The Council approved a long-term contract with the CHP to add three full-time officers starting in January to assist the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) with traffic enforcement patrols on PCH in Malibu. It is the first time since the City’s founding in 1991 that Malibu has had regular CHP patrols. After the October 2023 tragedy, the LASD increased traffic enforcement at the City’s request as well. The CHP patrols and the intensified traffic enforcement by LASD have already gotten noticeable results, with fewer collisions, injuries and deaths on PCH in Malibu. This highly visible enforcement sends a strong signal that speeding and reckless driving will not be tolerated in Malibu. For more information about the City’s efforts to address PCH safety, visit the webpage.

Join the PCH safety effort: Come to City Hall, sign the pledge wall, pick up a lawn sign

You can join the effort to help make PCH in Malibu safer for residents, visitors, commuters, pedestrians and cyclists. The California State Transportation Administration (CalSTA) and California Office of Traffic Safety (Cal OTS) launched a driver education campaign to support Malibu’s fight to address PCH safety. The CalSTA and Cal OTS campaign includes 31 billboards placed along freeways outside Malibu, as well as posters, lawn signs, and social media advertising.

You can help raise awareness and change driver behavior on PCH:

Slow down and drive safely and patiently. Set the cruise control, enjoy the ride, put down the phone, that text can wait. Observe posted speed limits in construction zones, where there are workers and work vehicles, equipment, and changing traffic patterns. Fines for traffic citations are doubled in construc-

tion zones under California law. Come to Malibu City Hall and sign the Pledge Wall to show your commitment to slowing down and helping to make PCH safer.

Pick up a free lawn sign at City Hall and post it on your property.

• Pick up a free poster at City Hall and post it at your business or workplace.

Post a photo on social media with your lawn sign or poster, with the hashtag #GoSafelyPCH

• Sign the online pledge at: GoSafelyPCH.org.

Summer season PCH safety and beach messaging

With Memorial Day Weekend signaling the start of the busy summer beach season, Malibu prepares to welcome millions of

visitors. The city is posting messages to help keep PCH, beaches and trails, and Malibu’s neighborhoods safe, clean and beautiful for residents, visitors, cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists all summer long.

• Please help keep PCH safe for residents, visitors, cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists this summer!Celebrate responsibly, and don’t drink and drive. Designate drivers, use taxis or rideshares, or go sober! Report intoxicated drivers by calling 911. Please help keep PCH in Malibu safe for residents, visitors cyclists, pedestrians, and other motorists this holiday and all summer! Watch for pedestrians and cyclists crossing PCH and cars pulling in and out of beach parking!

• Please help keep Malibu’s beaches, trails, and neighborhoods clean and beautiful for all to enjoy this holiday week-

CALENDAR

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

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

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

thu jun 13

MAKE A SUCCULENT SAND TERRARIUM AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

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

PARK TALES: READING OLYMPIANS

Preschool storytime at Malibu Bluffs Park on Thursday, June 13, from 10 to 11 a.m. For ages 2-5. Park Tales is a fun and educational program for the entire family. Children and their caregivers will listen to stories

Babson College

MICHAEL MAISCHOSS

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

THOMAS DRUMMOND

California State Polytechnic University-San Luis Obispo

EMILIA QUINONEZ

narrated by a Malibu Library librarian, create an art activity, and enjoy a complimentary snack. Register online at MalibuCity.org/Register. Malibu Bluffs Park is located at 24250 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.

fri jun 14

SMARTY PANTS STORY TIME AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school-readiness skills and having fun at the Malibu Library from 10 to 11 a.m. For ages 2-5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library’s collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

sat jun 15

HHW/E-WASTE COLLECTION AT CITY HALL

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

Accepted materials list: Paint (water-based only)

• Used motor oil

• Anti-freeze

California State University-Long Beach

NYAH GRUBER

California State University-Northridge

REYNALDO ELIAS

MILAN KELLY

VALERIA MARQUEZ

Chapman University

KATE MULDER

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

KIAN SMIT

Johnson & Wales University-Providence

OLIVIA DAVIS

Laguna College of Art and Design

JOSEPH CHU

Lehigh University

NICO MARAZZI

Lewis & Clark College

LORD COTSEN

SHANNON ROSEN

Automotive and household batteries

Compact fluorescent bulbs (unbroken)

• Electronics

The city schedules its events on the third Saturday in February, April, June, August, and October. Rain cancels event. Visit www.888CleanLA.com for information about the county’s HHW events.

PADDLE OUT IN CELEBRATION OF LIFE: DEREK SCHIMMING

Join the Malibu community on Saturday, June 15, at Zuma Beach tower 14 at 5:30 p.m. for a paddle out for Derek Schimming. A celebration of life will follow at the Malibu Bungalows at 7:30 p.m. Location is 21201 Pacific Coast Highway.

CORRAL CANYON FIRE SAFETY ALLIANCE

The Corral Canyon Fire Safety Alliance invites the community to their summer community event on Saturday, June 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the site of our future Fire Station on 26300 Cool Glen Way. Event includes “Hands On” fire fighting demonstrations for kids of all ages, introduction of our new firetruck, fire insurance information and options, updated status of the new Call Fire Station build, silent auction and fundraising, catered food, and information on the Call Fire Fighter program, Community Brigade, and Arson Watch. Free radios for residents.

wen jun 19

CITY HALL CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH

Malibu City Hall will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

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

tue jun 25

MALIBU LIBRARY SPEAKER SERIES: AUTHOR THOMAS LEVENSON

Malibu Library Speaker Series presents author and MIT professor Thomas Levenson discussing his book “Money for Nothing: The Scientists, Fraudsters and Corrupt Politicians Who Reinvented Money, Panicked a Nation, and Made The World Rich.” Levenson is also a columnist for the Boston Globe’s Ideas section, contributes regularly to The Atlantic Monthly online, and has over the years published numerous articles in a wide range of magazines, newspapers, and online venues.

This event takes place at Malibu Library. RSVPs are required. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. To register visit lacountylibrary. org/location/malibu-library/.

wed jun 26

EXPLORE 3D PRINTING: SPIRAL ART

Create spiral art using a 3D printed spirograph at the Malibu Library from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Watch a 3D printer create the components and draw your own colorful geometric patterns.

For children, ages 5-12 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of the Summer Discovery Program at Malibu Library.

EMILY SHANE FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER

Join The Emily Shane Foundation on Wednesday, June 26, at ISLA for a fundraiser event from 4 to 10 p.m. A percentage of the purchases will be donated to the foundations SEA Program which empowers underserved middle schoolers across LA. Located at 2424 Main St. in Santa Monica. Reservations can be made by calling (310) 310-2137 or by visiting Resy.310-2137 or by visiting Resy.

ONGOING

FARMERS MARKET

The Malibu Farmers Market returns to the Library Plaza on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 23555 Civic Center Way, adjacent to the library. For updates, follow up on instagram @malibufarmersmarket.

‘JEWELRY-MAKING EXPERIENCE’ AT THIRD SPACE MALIBU

The community is invited to join Third Space Malibu’s Kidd’s Jewelry Heist “Jewelry-Making Experience” every Sunday throughout June from 12 to 5 p.m. Those who attend can create their own necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and earrings during an hour-long session with the help of a mentor. Participants can take home two unique pieces of jewelry each. If interested, please RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org/pages/ workshops.

BRIDGE GROUP I f you have never played bridge, here is your chance to learn! Beginners and experienced players are welcome to play with this relaxed bridge group every Friday at the Malibu Senior Center from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. A friendly and welcoming long-standing group welcomes all levels of players. Led by volunteer Vin Joshi.

KNITTING

Join the City of Malibu’s Community Service Department and Sheila Rosenthal for a knitting workshop that takes place on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 a.m. This program is a welcoming gathering space for fiber artists that fosters community through open stitch. Make a scarf, hat, blanket, or homemade gift. No experience necessary. Please bring size eight needles and one skein of yarn. This is an ongoing, drop-in program. Instructed by Sheila Rosenthal.

RELAXING THROUGH COLORING

The art of coloring activates different areas of the brain, using logic, forming colors, and creativity. Join this free, unstructured program. Instructed by Judy Merrick. Complimentary program. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.

STRETCH AND STRENGTH

Participants will focus on increasing flexibility, balance, circulation, and muscle tone while learning to relax through breathing techniques. Bring yoga blocks and a mat. Instructed by Marsha Cooper. $5 per class. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.

Los Angeles City College AZALEA FELIPE

Loyola University Chicago JOY KIM

Lubbock Christian University MATTOX LEMLEY

Moorpark College TYLER CELIKEL MATTEO COSTELLA MANDY MULLIGAN BRENDEN READYHOFF

Mount Saint Mary’s University

AANIYAH EVANS

New York University

SOPHIE REGAN

WINDELYNN WILDMAN

Northeastern University

ROMANE FOULQUIER-GAZAGNES

AYLA GRIFFIN-JASSBY EMILY PABLO SAAVEDRA

Pennsylvania State University AXEL JIMENEZ

Pepperdine University

HENLEY BALDWIN AMAR TAHA

Santa Barbara City College

DYLAN GOLDBERG

MARVIN SCHMOLKA

JULIAN TOMPKINS

Santa Monica College

SPENCER BRIGGS-ARCE

ALEXANDER HADDAD

JAIRO IZQUIERDO

MARTA HARUTYUNYAN

JOSHUA HAYNES

JORDAN JANOV

ISABELLA LOPEZ

COSETTE LUPO

LINDSEY ONODERA-BRASEL

STEPHEN SMITH

LUKAS WEISS

The American University of Paris

SARAH ANNE AZARIAN

ELIOTT LEFEVRE

The New School

MICA MELLBERG

The University of Montana

NICO MILLER

GRAYDON PHELPS

HARPER LEE RAE

University of California-Berkeley

SOLEL MARQUES

University of California-Davis

MICAH FONG

University of California-Los Angeles

TRAVIS KIES

ATHENA REM

University of California, Los Angeles- Pathways

OLIVER MERLOB

University of California-San Diego

FILIP KURIAL

University of California-Santa Barbara

SOFIA BERGLUND

MURIAL BURAN

SHARLENE DIAZ

LAUREN LAPAJNE

SEBASTIAN SIGAL

University of California-Santa Cruz

KRISTIE MARTINEZ

University of Colorado Boulder

AUSTEN GASSER

WILLEM KLINE

CHARLEY MARLER

DYLAN MENDEZ

GRANT PERNICE

TATIANA PUNNETT

NOELLE WEEGER

University of Hawaii at Manoa

CODY PAQUETTE

University of Maine

KATHERINE BAKER

University of Oregon

VINCENT CARCANO

CECILIA CASAS

ANIKA GELNER

DEVYN LEVY

LINDSEY LITTLE

GRACE MANCINI

SAMANTHA RODGERS

University of Pittsburgh

HANNAH KALOPER

University of San Diego

TALLULAH QUARTARARO

University of Southern California

JOSHUA BRAND

HARLOW ROCCA

HAZE SASSON

Ventura College

TRAVIS LAPINSKI

STEVIE STURGES

SHELBY WOODMAN

Wesleyan University

FELIX DE RASPIDE ROSS

LAYLA MARGULIES

sign stating “closing sale” last week. However, fortunately, Hiptique is not closing. Rather, the proprietor of the store, which has graced Trancas for several years, is now having a remodeling sale and aims to increase the number of designers the upscale boutique will showcase. “Hiptique will have a new, refreshed look!” Christine Berardi exclaimed. Yaaay!

“Moving sale!” a sign exclaimed in front of Alicia Adams Alpaca store which is located next to Vintage. That business is not leaving Malibu. Rather, it is opening in Cross Creek next to John Varvatos and a staff person said it should be open for business by July 4.

The empty space across from the candy store that once housed Hair, which shuttered during the pandemic, will serve as a pop-up for Cie Salon as it did last summer. Yaaay!

Malibu Music has expanded into the small space next to Nati and, according to its proprietor, Brad Boeckmann, the business will now offer music lessons and repair services, and carry more merchandise.

“I’m blown away by the selection of guitars — from vintage to new!” Sam Marshall of Malibu said as he finished looking over a beautiful guitar designed by the shop’s luthier, Mark Levitt. “They

end and all summer! Pack it in, pack it out. Please don’t litter, and if you see trash, please pick it up and put it in a trash container!

PCH Traffic Enforcement Update

In response to the increasingly dangerous conditions on PCH, the city approved a longterm contract with the CHP to add three full-time officers starting in January to assist the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) with traffic enforcement patrols on PCH in Malibu. It is the first since the city’s founding in 1991 that Malibu has had regular CHP patrols. After the October 2023 tragedy, the LASD increased traffic enforcement patrols at the city’s request. The CHP patrols and the intensified traffic enforcement by LASD have already gotten noticeable results, with fewer collisions, injuries, and deaths on PCH in Malibu. This highly visible enforcement sends a strong signal that speeding and reckless driving will not be tolerated in Malibu.

Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station

even take trade-ins!”

BUSINESS

Boeckmann smiled broadly and responded, “Levitt’s guitars are Western-themed and are all fashioned out of wood from forests in Los Angeles County!”

What else does Boeckmann have planned for the Malibu Music Store? “Locals are invited to listen to Rock Stallion perform on June 29, and our store manager, Wolf Gemora, is planning more activities,” he said.

Despite the new developments at Trancas, the retail center has a significant amount of vacant space, including the sizable venue where the Wells Fargo used to be located.

Vacancies also bedevil Pt. Dume Village, which recently shuttered two restaurants operated by Wilfredo Barrera, proprietor of the popular eatery Tramonto Bistro in central Malibu. “The permitting for the second business that Wilfredo was opening, Ju Ju Kitchen, just took way, way too long and, unfortunately, he couldn’t make it,” Mazza said.

Whatever the impetus for the two restaurants closing on the cusp of Malibu’s busy summer season, the presence of vacant restaurant spaces in Pt. Dume have left many Malibuites to shake their heads in dismay and wonder aloud, “Why in the world couldn’t the landlord and Wilfredo find a way to keep his two venues open?”

The sizable vacancy ratio at the Village is exacer-

Enforcement Report: January to April 2024

Total collisions: 70

Fatal traffic collisions: 0

Total number of fatalities: 0

Injury traffic collisions: 24

Property damage only traffic collisions: 46

Total number of people injured in collisions: 35

Total traffic citations issued: 1,793

Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station Enforcement Report: January to April 2023

Total collisions: 76

Fatal traffic collisions: 1

Total number of fatalities: 1

Injury traffic collisions: 34

Property damage only traffic collisions: 41

Total number of people injured in collisions: 56

Total traffic citations issued: 1,613

CHP Enforcement Report: January to April 2024

Speeding Citations: 1,057

*Speeding in excess of 100

mph: 1

*Reckless driving: 1

*Unsafe turn or lane change: 11

*Following too close: 4

*Distracted driving: 23

*Seatbelt violations: 8

Equipment violation citations:

77 All other citations: 59

TOTAL: 1,241

*These categories only represent March 2024 to April 2024

Parking Enforcement Action

On May 15, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) and the Sheriff’s Volunteers on Patrol (VOPs) conducted an overnight parking enforcement operation throughout PCH in Malibu. The operation resulted in five towed vehicles, one DUI arrest, more than 60 citations for vehicles in violation of the city’s ordinance restricting overnight parking of oversized vehicles on PCH, expired vehicle registrations, and more. The city will continue to work in partnership with LASD to ensure overnight parking restrictions are continuously enforced throughout PCH to proactively address the issue of vehicular homelessness and improve public safety and quality of life in Malibu.

bated by the fact that the six commercial suites that have been carved out of the old bank space remain unoccupied. Moreover, just the other day, locals took to social media lamenting that Dume Plaza Pharmacy, a business that had not reshelved inventory in several months, has shuttered its doors.

In central Malibu, some retail centers also continue to endure significant vacancies, most notably Malibu Colony Plaza, where another bank has vacated its venue and spaces between that former bank location and Subway have been empty for years. On the upside, the relatively newly opened Zinque seems to be taking off successfully, somehow arriving at that sweet spot for Malibu business viability where locals and visitors alike patronize the place. Ollo is now under new ownership, with a new chef and a menu that has new offerings while retaining many locals’ favorites.

Other retail centers in Malibu are almost leased, which is true for Malibu Country Mart, which is expecting to have Scott’s Kitchen soon open in the space where Malibu Kitchen was located for years.

The Park at Cross Creek is fully leased and, to attract business from locals as well as visitors, one of its newest venues, Prince Street Pizza is employing a timeless wonderfully successful — and always wonderfully appreciated strategy — they are giving back to the community.

Updates on City of Malibu projects

CALTRANS — PCH AT BIG ROCK

One lane of northbound PCH remains closed near Big Rock Drive due to an active landslide. Over the past few weeks, the majority of large rocks have descended.

CALTRANS — SOLSTICE CREEK

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT WORK

One lane of northbound PCH is diverted into the center media just before Corral Canyon for a project to repair or replace culverts along PCH to restore endangered fish habitat, and to replace the Solstice Creek Bridge. Watch for active construction with workers and work vehicles, and a 30 mph speed limit.

CITY OF MALIBU PROJECTS

MALIBU PCH SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT

Crews are currently working westward near Carbon Canyon, and have bored and installed approximately 25,000 linear feet of conduit. Additional crews are working further west identifying existing utilities, potholing and installing new conduits and pull boxes. Unfortunately, crews are unable to implement the alternate traffic control (shifting the lanes to the center to keep two lanes open) due to safety reasons, existing infrastructure, and specific locations of ongoing work.

PCH MEDIAN PROJECT

Construction is underway

“The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu and Prince Street Pizza Malibu have teamed up once again for a youth pizza design contest and are thrilled to announce the launch of the ‘Sunshine Surprise Pizza!’” Prince Street announced on June 7. “This delightful vegan creation is by Violette G, a BGCM kindergartener and the winner of the most recent pizza pie competition. We invite the community to try Violette’s pizza throughout the summer. Twenty percent of each purchase of this specialty-designed pizza will support BGCM’s mental health services and educational initiatives for youth.”

One need only utter the word “pizza” to get this writer’s attention! No self-respecting journalist would forgo the chance to find out for herself if all the representations about that pizza are true!

The vegan pizza that little Violette has created is very tasty, with a gluten-free crust with marinara, vegan cheese, mushrooms, peppers, and banana peppers. Sometimes, something comparatively small such as a business offering to donate some proceeds from a sale to a local philanthropic organization, goes a long way toward endearing locals to patronize a local establishment.

Whatever the efforts that local businesses exert, one thing is for sure — while local establishments make hay while the sun shines — literally and figuratively, they rely on locals to sustain themselves in the long run.

on PCH from John Tyler Dr to Puerco Canyon on the city’s PCH Median Improvement Project, which will contribute to PCH safety. Estimated completion June 2024.

MALIBU BLUFFS PARK SOUTH WALKWAY REPAIRS

The contractor started pouring concrete for the west portion of the sidewalk and most of the curb last week. Crews will continue preparing subgrade and installing forms for remaining sections of sidewalk at east end of project.

MALIBU PARK STREET

RESURFACING PROJECT

The contractor has completed the 30-inch diameter RCP storm drain pipe and catch basins, pavement repairs, and Type II Slurry, proposed on both sides of Harvester Road. Asphalt is delayed due to weed issues but is expected to be ready in mid-May. Final striping will be scheduled shortlyafter paving is completed.

Malibu Rebuild Statistics Staff continues to work with homeowners to rebuild. Here are the current Woolsey Fire rebuild statistics. See continuously updated statistics on the Rebuild Portal. Out of 465 destroyed homes:

• Single-family home rebuild applications submitted: 372 (of which 360 have been approved by the Planning Department)

• Single-family home rebuild applications under planning

review: 12

• Single-family homes complete: 164

• Multifamily building units complete: 18

Projects under construction: 125

• Inspections approved: 10,188

• Inspections total: 17,947

Single-family home rebuild building permits issued: 289

Upcoming events at Third Space in Malibu

The community is invited to join Third Space Malibu’s Kidd’s Jewelry Heist “Jewelry-Making Experience” every Sunday throughout June from 12 to 5 p.m. Those who attend can create their own necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and earrings during an hour-long session with the help of a mentor. Participants can take home two unique pieces of jewelry each. If interested, please RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org.

All ages are welcome to join a light run aimed at enhancing movement skills and promoting better mental and physical health.

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

NEWS

Manhattanhenge 2024 offers spectacular NYC sight

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

A spectacular sight hit New York City May 29 with the occurrence of the twice-yearly Manhattanhenge phenomenon, otherwise known as Manhattan’s Summer solstice. The word, Manhattanhenge, coined by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson is indeed a nod to Stonehenge although much easier to get to, but not guaranteed if the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Just as in England, where the summer solstice aligns perfectly with the ancient Stonehenge monument built by the Druids, NYC’s Manhattanhenge is a natural phenomenon in which the setting sun aligns perfectly between the city’s east/west street grid highlighting the architectural grandeur of New York City instead of stone monoliths. This spectacular event attracts photographers, locals, and tourists alike, offering a unique spectacle in one of the world’s busiest cities and no ticket required! 2024’s first Manhattanhenge once again drew crowds (including this reporter) eager to witness the interplay of natural and urban elements and a moment of awe amidst the hustle and bustle of city life.

This journalist, frequently in NYC, reported on Manhattanhenge seven years ago for The Malibu Times, but just as eclipse chasing doesn’t guarantee a sighting, my quest to witness the rare solar event in person was dashed due to inclement weather. In 2017, after traveling to the easternmost part of the city, Roosevelt Island, by air tram, no less, that broke down due to overcrowding, leaving the tram dangling more than 60 feet in the air … after all

the effort to get to a west-facing street, typical East Coast overcast skies dimmed the sun, making 2017’s Manhattanhenge a hazy dud.

2024’s first Manhattanhenge occurrence was a success on May 29 and 30. Crowds started gathering on busy midtown’s east/ west facing streets in anticipation of the sun nestling between Gotham’s concrete and steel canyons to witness our solar system’s biggest star “kiss the grid.” The effect is a brilliant glare of gold -

en sunshine placed perfectly in a starring role outshining Broadway’s brightest stars. I watched the spectacle on 44th Street in the heart of the theater district right in front of the Hudson Theater, where earlier in the week I saw Daniel Radcliffe star in the seven-time Tony-nominated “Merrily We Roll Along.”

To experience Manhattanhenge in its full glory, ideal vantage points are highly recommended. The best streets to view the event are the wide, clear cross

dercrossing at Malibu Seafood and Corral Beach

Measure R funds objective to make PCH a smart corridor from Topanga Canyon to John Tyler

streets such as 14th, 23rd, 34th, 42nd, and 57th streets, all subway stops. These locations offer unobstructed views of the sunset, with 34th and 42nd streets being particularly popular due to iconic backdrops like the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building adding even more charm to these monuments’ enduring appeal.

Manhattanhenge not only provides a visual feast, but also underscores the intricate relationship between nature and urban

design. The phenomenon highlights the meticulous planning behind Manhattan’s grid system, designed by the Commissioners’ Plan of 1811. This grid, which orients streets and avenues at precise angles, inadvertently creates the stage for this biannual event.

In addition to its visual appeal, Manhattanhenge also provides educational opportunities. Schools, museums, and science centers often use the event to engage students and the public in discussions about astronomy,

meeting June 26 — 5 p.m. in person, but video will be available so the public can watch — master plan by December — kickoff to provide comments and feedback

campaign that’s going to work to effectuate the change and behaviors on PCH in Malibu.”

To start off the meeting, speakers and some commissioners, shared their concerns on the difficulty of attending in-person meetings such as the Parks and Recreation and Public Works Commission meetings.

Public Works Chair Jo Drummond provided a re port on the Public Works and Public Safety joint commission meeting last Wednesday. They discussed all the new public safety and public works projects along PCH. Drummond provided the items discussed:

• CCTV poles being erected this week — so signals can be controlled by Caltrans — with anticipated completion date in December 2024

Installed 23,000 feet of conduit to date

Traffic signal poles are approved to install

• Protected left-turn lane proposed for John Tyler Drive at PCH to accommodate more left turns

• Major Capital Improvement Projects. Current ones: McClure Tunnel to Cross Creek, 2027 — Cross Creek to Mugu will be completed this year or next year.

After commissioner updates, Malibu/Lost Hills

Sheriff’s Sgt. Chris Soderlund provided an update on

urban planning, and the physics of light. It serves as a practical demonstration of celestial mechanics and the impact of human design on our perception of natural phenomena.

There’s still time this year to catch the unique blend of nature and urban life, showcasing the beauty that can arise from their intersection on July 12 and 13 when Manhattanhenge will again reveal its interplay between the cosmos and the city, while being captivating and inspiring.

go back to prison … which he is going back to now.”

The City Council approved the Malibu Library Set Aside Funds for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Charmlee Wilderness Park Nature Center. The five councilmembers unanimously voted to approve the repair and maintenance of the Charmlee Nature Center and name it after Walt and Lucile Keller.

Drummond was in support of the repairs and said adults and children of all ages would enjoy the Nature

A shot of Manhattanhenge in New York City, as seen from 42nd Street. Photo by Josh Namdar

REAL ESTATE

Arlene and Dick Van Dyke to be honored with Malibu High School theater naming this Saturday

Arts endowment set up in couple’s honor

Accolades are piling up for Malibu’s beloved Dick Van Dyke, who just made history as the oldest nominee and now winner of a Daytime Emmy Award. On Saturday, June 15, Dick and his cherished wife Arlene will be feted as Malibu High School names its theater after the esteemed couple while raising money for an endowment in their honor.

Jolynn Regan, co-president of Arts Angels, recalled that back in 2018 when the current senior class was in eighth grade, they performed the musical “Mary Poppins.”

“Mr. Van Dyke was kind enough to rehearse with them,” Regan said. “He and Arlene really helped the kids.”

When the Van Dykes attended one of the performances he got up on stage and sang the memorable “Let’s Go Fly a Kite” with the children.

“It was this beautiful moment and you could see his love for the arts and kids! He is so joyful,” Regan reminisced.

In 2019, Van Dyke returned to MHS to emcee a talent showcase. “All the arts were represented at the show, including band, choir, orchestra and other artists,” Regan said.

It was at that time that Regan, watch -

ing the joy on Van Dyke’s face, blurted out, “Why is there not a theater in Malibu named after the Van Dykes?”

Regan recounted Dick’s reaction, “He being a humble guy that he is said, ‘Oh, gosh, well I don’t know. That would just be amazing.’ He was so sweet about it.”

Regan, along with Arts Angels and Shark Fund parents, embarked on a mission to honor Dick and Arlene, who are both passionate about arts education for youngsters. Not only will the MHS theater be named for the couple, but a $3 million endowment is being set up and managed by the Shark Fund specifically for arts education.

The goal is for the endowment to help fund various programs at all four Malibu public schools: Webster, Malibu Elementary, and Malibu Middle and High School. The Arlene and Dick Van Dyke Endowment for the Arts “will fund everything — supplies, coaches, uniforms, music, rights to music — and that will go on as long as funds are coming in,” Regan said. “We hope forever and ever.”

The Arlene and Dick Van Dyke Theater name will transfer to the new Malibu High School campus currently under construction. “It’s a beautiful large

Members of each division of the youth league’s all-star teams were recognized, as were standout coaches and team MVPs in each division.

The day began with a parade from Malibu Village to Our Lady of Malibu. Automobiles were transformed into floats for the 1-mile drive. There was a jeep covered in pink sticky notes and balloons to celebrate the Barbies softball team. One truck had a Dodgers’ banner on the side with blue tassels lining the hood and front bumper while baseball stickers covered the rest of the vehicle. Another truck had a banner that recognized another softball team, the Fire Ants, on its front bumper.

Members of the league’s T-ball, softball, and baseball teams circled the infield of the park’s baseball fields after the parade. League and Malibu city officials gave out awards, recognitions, and team trophies — members of the teams sprinted across the diamond to grab their box of trophies and then head back to their spot in the infield — as music jammed from speakers.

Malibu Little League President John Alfano said the season was great despite several games being canceled early in the spring due to rain.

“The talent of the season was awesome,” he said. “The kids really progressed.”

The league included 280 boys and girls, Alfano said, noting that the roster sizes — especially for the softball teams — increased throughout the season.

“It kept growing,” he said.

Also recognized were the group of 12-year-old standout baseball players who are representing the league in the Cooperstown Baseball World Tournament in New York this month.

Also honored during the ceremony was Laura Angotti, who has coached softball in the league for several years. Angotti’s daughter Lux Geraghty has aged out of the program, so this was the mother’s last season coaching softball. Angotti, who coached the Slay Stealers, a 10U softball team, said coaching her daughter and other girls was an amazing experience.

“Teaching the girls this game has been great,” she recalled. “More importantly, watching these girls come together as a team, learn to play together, learn to love each other, learn to support each other, learn to have fun, and watching their confidence grow has been the most valuable thing I have seen. What happens on the field is amazing, but what carries into their lives as young women and the strength and confidence it gives them has been mind blowing.”

The league, Angotti noted, is a great program.

“The most special thing about this is the time I’ve had with this girl,” Angotti said while standing beside her daughter. “To see her improve and having that bonding time with my baby has been awesome. Spending time with these kids has been worth it.”

facility,” according to Regan, who added that seats can be named and dedicated and those too will transfer to the new arts center.

Recounting his time rehearsing with the local students, a cheerful Van Dyke, who’s been at the top of the entertainment world for an extraordinary eight decades, remarked, “I love to direct kids. They’re so responsive and they’re so anxious to learn that it’s just fun doing it.”

“It’s a great honor to have Arlene along, the both of us,” Van Dyke said of his devoted wife of more than 12 years. “It’s just something I never would have expected.”

Arlene remarked she’s proud “to be recognized as a couple in the arts and to be a part of the Malibu community.” The singer and biggest Dick Van Dyke supporter added, “Public schools all around the country and around the world are not being funded. They’re not being prioritized as important. I think the arts are just as important as math, science, history and [people] make better human beings when they have an art background.”

Dick elaborated, “some schools have dropped their arts program altogether, particularly theater. It’s such good training for kids for their composure and self-confidence to get up on the stage. It’s part of their education and we’re going to do a lot of that.”

Dick Van Dyke’s stage work, particularly in musicals like his Tony-Award winning performance in “Bye Bye Bird -

Lux said being coached by her mom was fun.

“She always hypes us up,” she said. “She is fun.”

Then, it was time to play ball.

The White Sox struck first in the AAA title game. The team had a 1-0 lead when the Yankees’ Peyton, nicknamed “Bam Bam,” stepped up to the plate. A hit by Peyton drove in his team’s first run. Then, three Yankees — Gavin, Mathis, and Enzo — stole home plate on consecutive plays, giving the Yankees a 4-1 advantage.

During the opening inning, Yankees coach Clarke told one of his players, who was at the plate, “If you love it, Smack it.” The Yankees swung their bats consistently the rest of game.

Peyton hit a single and then stole second, third, and home bases in the third inning after the White Sox scored two runs. Gavin scored another run a few moments after hitting a single, giving the Yankees a 6-3 lead. A successful swing of the bat by Enzo drove in a run for the Yankees before the inning ended. Brody’s double allowed Lucas and Justus to score in the next inning. Mathis stole home plate again in the fifth inning, giving his team a 10-4 lead. Enzo crossed home plate to increase their lead. Enzo scored again a few moments after hitting a single to cement his team’s 11-6 title win in the sixth inning.

The Dodgers defeated another Yankees team 6-5 to win the league’s Major division. Asher Redclay pitched a no-hitter for the winning bunch of 11- and 12-year-olds.

ie,” cemented his reputation as a versatile and talented performer. His ability to transition seamlessly among television, film, and stage and his longevity in the entertainment world have won him legions of fans across the globe. Van Dyke’s iconic performances in the classic “Mary Poppins” and “The Dick Van Dyke Show” continue to endear him to millions.

In high school in Danville, Illinois, Dick recounted, he was “in every performance,” attributing that in part to the theater’s lack of a sound system. “I was the one who had a voice that would carry to the back of the theater and was taller than all the girls so I got all the parts.”

The Danville auditorium is now named

The Dick Van Dyke Auditorium, but at MHS, there will be The Arlene and Dick Van Dyke Theater and the humble performer is “over the moon” about it. Tickets are still available for the June 15 gala to be hosted by Jason Alexander at Malibu High School with performances by Melissa Manchester and a host of celebrities, all to benefit the Van Dykes’ endowment and to honor the couple. Regan extended “a huge thank you to all the parents who have volunteered to make this event so amazing.”

Although Dick has not been announced as a performer, Arlene hinted that “when there’s a stage, a spotlight and music …” As her words hung in the air, the couple happily laughed.

Parents, players and coaches of the Malibu Little League ride in the Closing Day Parade. Photos by Emmanuel Luissi

The “Magical Afternoon with Arlene & Dick Van Dyke and Friends” will have an all-star lineup this Saturday.

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

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Appreciation events joyfully end Malibu school year by recognizing faculty, staff, and parents

Parent Teacher Student Association event celebrated; two principals announce their departures

By BARBARA BURKE

As the school year ends, across all four of Malibu’s public school campuses, communities have gathered to express heartfelt gratitude for the countless hours and ways that faculty, staff, and volunteers have contributed to their school communities and to the children they serve.

“The end of each school year is a time to recognize and celebrate students’ successes and achievements, and it’s also an opportunity to honor the teachers, coaches, staff, administrators, and parents who taught, coached, mentored, and guided the students throughout the academic year,” Kevin Keegan, president of the Parent Teachers Student Association, commented. “The annual PTA Honorary Services Awards (HSAs) gives the community and our schools a chance to offer that acknowledgment and express appreciation.”

HSAs are available to recognize the service and dedication of both individuals and organizations, according to California PTA guidelines. On May 23, the Malibu PTSA recognized two teachers and a staff

member who are retiring after decades of service to Malibu High School and Malibu Middle School.

Also, the other PTSA award categories recognized teachers, a para educator, coaches, security staff, department chairs, parent volunteers, and parent leaders.

“The PTSA HSA Committee reviewed all the nominations and compared them to HSA honorees over the past three years to ensure fair and diverse selections,” Keegan explained. “As the breadth of HSA honorees suggests, these annual awards relate to the direct impact the time, energy, and effort of the professionals in our school community — both employees and volunteers — have on learning outcomes and student development. It’s the high quality of those collective contributions,

combined with strong leadership, that lead to Malibu consistently being ranked regionally and statewide for its top public schools.”

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HSAs conferred the Golden Oak Service Award on two retiring English teachers, Jennifer Gonzalez, who is retiring after 20 years of service, and Bonnie Thoreson, who is retiring after 27 years of service.

HSAs also recognized the service of Student Store Manager Mary Slawter, who is retiring after 17 years of service; Paraeducator Kathy Kennedy; MHS head football coach Mike Halualani; and two ladies who tirelessly worked with the Arts Angels, Karen Clark and Jo Drummond.

The Outstanding Teacher Awards were handed out to Special Ed Chair Anna

Deshautelle, science teachers Amy Galipeau and Brianna Jahangard, instrumental music teacher John Kibler, social studies/ history teacher Sean Ryan, and Choir Director Dr. Krysta Sorensen. Continuing Service Award and Very Special Person Awards Karin Al-Hardan, who has spearheaded the Shark Fund this year, was given a Continuing Service Award for her herculean efforts in fundraising to benefit students’ extracurricular athletics and arts, as well as to acknowledge her laudatory service to the Malibu PTSA. Melissa Shanahan and Monica Costella, two parents who contributed greatly to the Athletic Booster club, also received CSAs.  Finally, keeping everyone secure

A force of nature with a Midas touch

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he criteria for honoring a Malibu icon in our Red Ladder’s conversation salon is to showcase a person who has lived here for at least 10 to 15 years, who has contributed something of value to our town, and who embodies the Malibu spirit,” Eamon Harrington, proprietor of Red Ladder Gallery and founder of the Malibu Icon conversation salon series explained. “Doug DeLuca represents all of those factors and then some. He’s well-known in the film industry, of course! Locally, he, along with his lovely wife Alejandra, John Watkin, and Matt Diamond started and ran The Malibu Guitar Festival for a few years.”

Further, Harrington added, DeLuca has been instrumental in efforts to help develop an endowment to support creative opportunities for students in Malibu’s four public schools, and recently, he produced the event honoring Arlene and Dick Van Dyke which will reveal a new performing arts auditorium in the Van Dykes’ name on June 15. Harrington and DeLuca first became acquainted when multi-Emmy award winners Harrington and his partner John Watkin owned Planet Grande, an independent film production company based in Malibu. The

trio worked on a project, then another project, and then, many more.

“Doug’s a born producer!” Harrington declared. “He envisions a project and then he brilliantly puts a team together to make it all happen.”

When Harrington asked DeLuca about how he came to California, DeLuca responded,  “I first came out to LA in 1984 when I tagged along with my then-girlfriend’s family — we were all visiting from my hometown of Union, New Jersey, where, ironically, Eamon also grew up. Eamon knew my uncles and cousins, but he and I never met in Union.

“Later, as I graduated from Villanova, where I was on a full-ride scholarship and played football, a friend of mine was out here in California. So, I came out, thinking I’d pursue a career using my International Business degree.” DeLuca soon found himself working in “the industry,” because one of his buddies

suggested he take gigs working as an extra. In doing so, he worked for $40 a day. He worked on the ABC sitcom “Growing Pains,” starring Kirk Cameron and other projects.

“A friend suggested I work behind the scenes as a production assistant,” DeLuca said, adding as he flashed his signature grin, “I thought ‘Ooooh! A production assistant, that sounds impressive!’”

Many in the audience at Red Ladder are from the industry and they responded by laughing hysterically, implicitly acknowledging that the role is not as upscale as it sounds.

“I was a heavy metal kid and I loved to go to the iconic Rainbow Bar and Grill on Sunset, so to supplement my income, I became a bouncer on its second-floor venue called Over the Rainbow,” DeLuca shared. Then, one day as DeLuca slept in late — he had the day off from

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The Pirate of Malibu Road

MALIBU SEEN

By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor

Who is this lurking buccaneer? Who who, who who?

While aiding and abetting

Dirk Braun with his documentary on surfing in Teahupoo, Tahiti, we couldn’t help but notice there is a statue of what appears to be a 19th or 18th century pirate lurking in the bushes along Malibu Road, with a parrot on his shoulder, two pistols in his belt, leaning on a sword with one leg and the other atop a small barrel of something. And a kind of gleefully bright look on his face. Curiosity got the better of us, so we asked around Ahoy there. Aloha.

How goes things with you?

Same old, same old. This June gloom is getting me down a bit. I prefer fair winds and blue skies. Nothing but blue skies. We get so used to it being perfect around here, one gets grumpy when it’s not.

Is that your grumpy face? You look bright and cheery.

That’s my permanent face. It doesn’t change. I might be smiling on the outside, but on the inside … (He sings a bit, from “Brandy”) “My life, my love of my lady, is the sea,” but I’m stuck in the bush along Malibu Road, watching the world pass me by.

I would like to quench my curiosity, but only if you promise not to unseam me from the Nave to the chaps with your sword or pop a flintlock cap in me.

You have my word. Shoot!

Well, how did you get here? Why are you skulking in the bushes along Malibu Road?

Good question, I ask myself that all day, every day.

There are various types of pirates living along Malibu Road — corporate raiders, rappers, thugs, and smugglers. You look too polished and groomed to be a pirate, though. Your ensemble and presentation are tight, like you’re headed for Soho House or something. Perhaps you are a serving British Officer? The parrot could be a clue.

I am going to Google you. Google? Is that something you do with that magic box?

Yes, this magic box is omnipotent and knows all, sees all. It’s witchcraft!

Close to it. Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. Well said. Don’t let me interrupt. I’m all ears.

Burt’s Eye View:

Okay it says here that “The famous pirate, Blackbeard, (Edward Teach), was a gentleman privateer before he evolved into a full-blown pirate. He came from a genteel and very wellto-do family in England. He operated around the West Indies and the eastern coast of Britain’s North American colonies. Blackbeard’s many voyages in the Caribbean and to South America brought this notorious sea robber face to face with these curious, colorful birds - the likes of which he had never seen. These majestic birds turned the infamous, bloodthirsty Blackbeard, who terrorized the high seas, into a lover of parrots, indeed.” Are you Blackbeard?

Well I have more of a soul patch than a full beard. Is there a pirate called Black Soulpatch? And speaking of exotic birds, there used to be a cute little gal in a red truck who blazed around with a blue parrot of some kind on her shoulder. What happened to her?

She moved off Malibu Road and went inland.

A pity. Give her my regards will you?

Will do. And that’s some chapeau you’re wearing up top. Maybe you’re French? Were there any famous French pirates?

Consult your magic box. Google it as you say.

Pop the Killer

PERSPECTIVE

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

More often than not, I called my Dad “Pop.” Whatever you called him, Dave Ross did not like mosquitoes, to put it mildly. Back in the days of my childhood, the swampland, now called “the meadow lands” in Eastern New Jersey near New York City, was a breeding ground for the little pests, and there were so many of them, and they were so big, they might as well have been called the state bird.

On a hot, humid summer day, they would manage to enter our home. Pop considered this trespassing of the first degree. Although an unusually generous man, Dave Ross was never in a mood to share his blood with these invaders.

If one of them had the unmitigated chutzpah to penetrate the master bedroom, my father immediately ordered the hatches to be battened down as if he were the captain of a submarine. Doors were closed, and all the windows were shut tightly. The mosquito might have gotten in, but Pop had no

intention of its leaving alive.

He always had his newspaper, his weapon of choice, at the ready. He folded it twice and then entered the fray. Slowly but surely he would check each wall in search for the enemy. The wallpaper was originally white, but now had a red and white look because of the many vanquished intruders. The moment Pop spotted the blood sucking critter, he immediately went into action. He rarely missed and quickly added to the red coloring of the walls.

When he killed the insect, he tried to wipe the remains off the wall and looked at my Mom as though he had just saved our lives. He had been a man on a mission, and the mission was accomplished.

The doors and windows were once again open, and Dad returned to bed now that all was well in the Ross household.

Pop, I still miss you. You protected us from the bugs. And a happy Father’s Day to all those fathers out there who protect your families.

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Let’s see: Famous French pirates brings up: Montbars the Exterminator? Cool name. Different hat. Michel de Grammont killed his sister’s fiancee, had to exeunt from France, made it to the Caribbean just in time for France and the Dutch to go to war. He became a pirate, amassed a fleet of 17 ships and became a pirate specializing in raiding the Spanish. But he wasn’t a fresh-looking dag like you.

Merci pour ca.

Francois l’Olonnais: The Flail of the Spanish? Jean-Baptiste du Casse: Rich kid, Huguenot, slaver. Jean Lafitte, the pirate of New Orleans, smuggling through the bayous? Pourrait être. Qu’en penses-tu? Who does your magic box think I am?

Oh duh, I think I figured it out. You must be Captain Henry Morgan (1635-1688). He was a privateer, a Welshman, plantation owner, and, later, Lieutenant Governor of Jamaica. From his base in Port Royal, Jamaica, he and those under his command raided settlements and shipping ports on the Spanish Main, becoming wealthy as they did so.

Could be me.

There is a brand of rum named after him — Captain Morgan. The label shows a polished, upright chap

much like yourself, peacocked out in full kit, with one foot on a barrel of rum and balancing on his sword. That must be it. That’s who I am. You must not be a drinker.

There is a perception that all writers and creative types are drinkers, but it’s not true. With me anyway. Although I kind of understand why busy-brained people need to drink to slow things down in their Gullivers.

Well there is a perception that all privateers and pirates were bad people, but that’s not true either.

Your hat is different and he isn’t wearing purple so you’re kind of a combination of Prince and Captain Morgan.

Cool. I’ve heard people blasting Prince as they blast down Malibu Road. I like Prince.

And the house across the street has an anchor and a cannon out front, and those things might be connected.

Peut etre.

Should I knock?

I wouldn’t, Malibu Road est très privée, you understand.

“Malibu Road is private,” said the privateer.

Clever lad. I see what you did there.

For a pirate you have excellent manners. If I am who your magic box says I am, I’m a privateer. Very big difference. Pirates were scofflaws and scoundrels. Privateers were a level above. Gentlemen and rascals both.

Anything I can do for you?

phone rang. “I answered the phone all groggy with a frog in my throat, and I heard someone say on the other end of the line, ‘I’m wrapping a show and I’m in a pinch; I need a production assistant immediately!’”

It was a desperate Kurt Brendlinger, who was wrapping the kids’ TV game show “Fun House,” which was, DeLuca noted, first produced by Stone Television and then, in its last season (1990-91) by Stone Stanley Productions.

“I’ll pay you $100 if you can get to my office by noon!” Brendlinger proclaimed.

“I thought - ‘You’ve got a deal!’” DeLuca said. “The rest is history.”

The rest is a great history indeed!

DeLuca’s humble and unassuming, so it took a little cajoling by Harrington to pull all the details of his esteemed career into the conversation.

The long and short of it is, DeLuca’s one helluva producer! For 21 seasons, he has served as the co-executive producer of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” He’s also known for “The Man Show” (1999), which is “a show that could not exist today,” DeLuca laughingly concedes, obliquely referring to its many man-cave and risque escapades and noting that the show “was too entrenched with sophomoric male humor for these days!”

Interjecting, Harrington noted, “When I asked who was the best producer for our company to work with in the industry, the answer was definitively Doug DeLuca!”

DeLuca and Planet Grande collaborated on many projects, including The Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade and The UniverSoul Circus.

“With Doug there was never a ‘no’ answer!” Harrington recalled. “Regardless of our task, we always got everything done.”

“I have an entrepreneurial spirit,” DeLuca said. “So in 1999, I started 4 Leaf Entertainment and produced ‘The Best of Freestyle Motocross’ and sold it to SFX for virtually no money — but it was a good experience.”

All of the affable, indefatigable, optimistic DeLuca’s experiences have been stellar.

“I and Jimmy were in his kitchen one day and he recalled how great The Feast of St. Gennaro is in New York City,” DeLuca said jovially, “I said, ‘let’s do a feast day like that in Los Angeles.’ So, we did!”

A delighted audience murmured its approval.

“That’s kind of how the Malibu Guitar Festival began, no?” Harrington asked.

“Yes! We dreamed up the guitar festival at your house, Eamon!” DeLuca agreed, noting that kudos go to his lovely wife, Alejandra, who has been an energy practitioner and healer in Malibu for many years and “who always makes my harebrained ideas come to fruition.

John Watkin and Matt Diamond also helped.

Over its four years, the festival featured the likes of Duane Betts, Tommy Emmanuel, Robby Krieger, Pete Pidgeon, Steve Ferrone, and Steve Vai, to name a few.

“We had some cool cats at those guitar festivals,” DeLuca said. “We even featured Mick Fleetwood on drums.”

“Life is interconnected,” DeLuca said. “We’re all in this beautiful life together.”

Did DeLuca have mentors along the way?

“Yes! Greg Sills was my mentor and taught me all about the industry!” DeLuca said, noting that many of his colleagues from the entertainment industry were in

Can your magic box google me any witches or wizards who could re-animate me and get me out of this perch in the bush and back to the beach? It gets kind of tedious. I can smell the ocean and hear the ocean, but I can’t see it, and to me that’s a violation of your Eighth Amendment for cruel and unusual punishment. I want to be sailing, sailing over the bounding main.

The people who own Broad Street Oyster live on this street and pass you many times a day. I’m surprised they haven’t shanghaied you. They’re into kitsch and you are big time kitsch. You’d make a great doorman. Ask them for me, would you? There’s a good fellow.

Cheers. Fair skies and following winds to you and yours..

the house, including Brendlinger, who DeLuca noted, “has been a close friend for years and is my daughter’s godfather.”

All in all, DeLuca noted, he serendipitously found himself in all the right places in his esteemed entertainment career.

It is very serendipitous for Malibu that he has made Malibu his home.

Charting a path of creativity for Malibu’s next generation

“Doug DeLuca has made significant contributions to Malibu schools and our community as a leader of The Shark Fund, the emerging Malibu EducationFoundation, and the new Arlene and Dick Van Dyke Endowment for the Arts,” Kevin Keegan, president of the Malibu Parent Teacher Student Association shared with The Malibu Times a few days after the salon.

“Behind the scenes, Doug provides tireless input during school-related meetings and fundraising initiatives,” Keegan said, adding, “At school events — whether in the gym, on the quad, or in the theater — Doug is a dad often carrying his well-used camera and always flashing a reassuring smile as he cheers enthusiastically and provides the students with confident encouragement.”

“The bottom line is,” Keegan emphasized, “Doug understands the importance of parental involvement in students’ educational experience and participates in an authentic and impactful way deserving of our admiration.”

Karin Al-Hardan, chair of The Shark Fund, the fundraising arm of the PTSA, agreed wholeheartedly, saying, “Jolynn Regan had the vision of naming the Malibu High School theater after Dick Van Dyke for years, inspired by her experience working with him and the kids on the ‘Malibu’s Got Talent’ show.”

Al-Hardan connected with Regan and took the initiative to work with the school district and The Shark Fund board to assess the value and secure naming approval for the theater. Together, they developed the framework for the endowment.

Enter stage left, the ever-talented, energetic and inspirational DeLuca, who Al-Hardan said, “then stepped in as the driving force, assembling a world-class production team to create an unparalleled event for the city of Malibu, all to benefit the children of Malibu. Their combined efforts and collaborative spirit have made this dream a reality.”

The Van Dyke Endowment for the Arts will fund arts education across all four Malibu public schools and will launch at the event on the June 15, with a goal to raise $3 million for the endowment over the next few years to inspire generations of artists for years to come. For more information visit TheSharkFundMalibu.org.

“Doug DeLuca is truly a force of nature!” Al-Hardan said, adding, “As part of the steering committee for the Van Dyke Endowment for the Arts launch event on June 15, he has rallied a world-class production crew to produce an event and a cinema-quality video that will make ‘A Magical Afternoon with Dick &Arlene Van Dyke’ unforgettable.”

With gratitude and admiration, Al-Hardan added,“Doug achieves all of this with a collaborative spirit, effortlessly bringing people together and fostering a sense of unity. His dedication and vision are invaluable to our cause, always focusing on creating a better experience for our kids and future generations. Doug is a kind, thoughtful human being, and a true

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Sharks swim to top finishes at League Championships; Murphree, Sichta shine

Malibu High swimmers also competed in the CIF Southern Section Division 3 Championship

By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Members of the Malibu High Sharks boys and girls swim teams swam to 11 first-place finishes at the Citrus Coast League Swimming Championships at Carpinteria High School in late April.

Girls swimmer Tallula Murphree, a junior, finished first in four events at the league championship, while her teammate, sophomore Nina Sichta placed tops in the three swims. Boys swimmer Filip Kurial, a senior, swam to two first-place finishes, and the girls relay squad finished atop two races.

Murphree placed first in the 100 freestyle, 200 freestyle, 200 medley relay, and 400 free relay. Sichta swam to top placements in the 100 fly, 200 medley relay, and 400 freestyle relay.

Kurial, a senior, finished first in the 50 freestyle and 200 IM. The girls relay team — Ally Burke, Izzy Morris, Murphree, and Sichta — garnered first place finishes in the 200 medley relay and the 400 freestyle relay.

on campus is no small task, and Inelle Taylor, who is responsible for MMS/MHS security, was awarded a well-deserved CSA in recognition of what a huge task it is to ensure safety on campus.

Very Special Person Awards were given to recognize the services of  MMS Counselor Lorene Whitehouse, parent Luhanda Garvin, The Arts Angels, PTSA President Kevin Keegan, and Tracy Kies, who tirelessly contributed to the Athletics Booster Club.

“Thank you so much to PTSA President Kevin Keegan for putting on a wonderful event this morning!” Drummond exclaimed after the ceremony that celebrated the awardees. “I’m grateful and honored to be recognized along with many other wonderful teachers and parents!”

In the spirit of celebration, at its board of education meeting on June 6, the Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District announced that MHS Principal Patrick Miller was named as SMMUSD’s new director of assessment, research and evaluation. Therefore, the district is undertaking a search for a new principal.

A whale of a ceremony — Webster Elementary’s Gratitude Breakfast Webster Elementary School, whose mascot is the whale, hosted a whale of a recognition ceremony at its gratitude breakfast which acknowledged faculty, staff, and volunteers.

“We have an exceptional community at Webster,” Cassidy Benadum, a school parent, said. “I was truly honored to receive the Very Special Person Award and look forward to continuing to build the Run Groms program in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. One by one, we are encouraging more kids and people in our community to get moving — for their health and for the joy that comes with movement!”

Another VSA was given to Dr. Sion Roy, who served as president of the Webster PTA, with the assembly thoroughly enjoying how the Webster students spelled out his name by reciting an acronym employing the rhetorical device known as a simile. “Sion is as super as a star and as smart as superman! He’s as inspiring as a butterfly! He is open-hearted and he’s noble!” The students proclaimed. “Sion is very resourceful! He’s as on-task as a honeybee. He’s youthful!”

Other VSAs went to Wei-Jin Conrad, a teacher assistant, and Kyle Mlodzik, who has led Malibu Scouts Pack 224 and is an involved parent.

Honorary Service Awards went to Lauren Frank Ifft, who spearheaded a fundraising program called “Party Book” which involves families from the school hosting parties with ticket sales benefitting the school.

“We raised close to $20,000 at the parties,” Ifft shared with The Malibu Times . “Notable parties included a wine and wreath-mak-

The Malibu girls team finished second in the seven-team league championship, while the boys squad placed third.

Murphree and Kurial were co-Citrus Coast League MVPs with Nordhoff’s Melina Seider and Quin Seider.

Sharks swimmers also competed in the CIF Southern Section Division 3 Championship at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut early last month. Murphree finished seventh in the 200 freestyle finals at the champi-

onship. She placed 10th in the 500 freestyle finals. Kurial finished eighth in the 50 freestyle finals and sixth in the 100 freestyle finals. Sophomore girls swimmer Ceylon Zappa placed 18th in the 100 breaststroke finals. In the preliminaries, Ranger Murphree, a junior and Tallula’s brother, placed 24th in the 100 backstroke. Additionally, a quartet of Tallula Murphree, Zappa, Sichta, and freshman Olivia Wild-Mullarkey placed 26th in the girls 400 freestyle relay and 24th in the 200 medley relay.

ing event at Cornell Winery and a neon prom! The monies raised go to pay for added educational systems such as Planet and Bravo, which are computer programs that teach reading and computer skills, and the money goes into the Webster PTA fund, which pays for classroom aids, extra teacher supplies, Webster camp and other Webster PTA events.”

HSAs were also given to the dynamic duo of Joel and Shannon Dunn, who were recognized because “they get the job Dunn!”

Administrator Isaura Terry was honored as well, receiving the Outstanding Administrator

of The Year Award.

Saona Jackson, who served as moderator and the community relations liaison for Webster’s PTA this year, noted, “It’s really great to honor our teachers who are the bookends for our children’s education and who serve them in all ways — from pulling out teeth in kindergarten, to making sure they are ready to go on to middle school.”

Outstanding Teacher Awards were announced by parents Wade Major and Kristi Lake and the Peters family. They conferred the awards on fifth-grade teachers Kristina London and Juanae

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Johnson, and kindergarten teachers Sheryl Murdock and Wendy Berman Baker. Continuing service awards were given to Webster PTA members Rachael Sokoloff, Elena Eggers and Kasey Earnest, a parent who serves as the tireless director of the Malibu Boys & Girls Club.

The Golden Oak Service Award was conferred on librarian Michaele Ward.

The ceremony ended with a heartfelt goodbye to outgoing principal Ted Wakeman, who is relocating to Bali. SMMUSD

Superintendent Dr. Antonio M. Shelton honed in on the Whale

nation’s focus on kindness and gratitude. “Ted has helped to create this community of thankfulness and positivity,” Shelton said. “As we carry on with a new principal, we will continue his focus on making sure that Webster cultivates curiosity in our students.” As a long, lovely, languid summer begins, the entire MHS, MMS and Webster communities, and all of Malibu’s greater community, are curious about who will serve as the new principals for the high school, middle school and Webster. The Malibu Times will keep the readers informed in that regard.

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820 S GRAMERCY PL, LOS ANGELES, CA 90005

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

CA

This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 4/22/2024. NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish in The Malibu Times: 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/2024 MALIBU 125

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1. QUEEN CONSTRUCTION 14060 MARQUESAS WAY 2319, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292,

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

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

This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION

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

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

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/22/2024. NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish in The Malibu Times: 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/2024 MALIBU 126

NOTICE OF HEARING TO CONDUCT MASSAGE PARLOR -GENERAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT APPLICATION HAS BEEN MADE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION TO CONDUCT

ADDRESS OF PREMISES: 23410 CIVIC CENTER WAY UNIT# E-1, MALIBU, CA 90265

NAME OF APPLICANT: DAILY CALM LLC /DBA DAILY CALM ANDREA MCLENNAN

DATE OF HEARING: 06/26/2024

TIME OF HEARING: 09:15 A.M. ``ANY PERSON HAVING OBJECTIONS TO THE GRANTING OF THE LICENSE MAY, AT ANY TIME PRIOR TO THE ABOVE DATE, FILE WITH THE BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION OBJECTIONS IN WRITING GIVING REASONS THEREFOR, AND MAY APPEAR AT THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE HEARING AND BE HEARD RELATIVE THERETO``

OFFICE OF THE COMMISSION: BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION

500 W. TEMPLE STREET, RM 374 LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 CN107029 Jun 6,13,20, 2024 MALIBU 123

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARILOU MILLER CASE NO. 24STPB03221

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARILOU MILLER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARGARET JANE GEGENWORTH in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CRIS TIKFESI 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: 06/28/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 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) 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

ROY N. JOHNSTON - SBN 185409

ANTHONY BENTIVEGNA - SBN 129487

1400 N DUTTON AVE STE 21

SANTA ROSA CA 95401

Telephone (707) 545-6542

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. AFFECTIVE HEALTH

15332 ANTIOCH STREET #313, PACIFIC PALISADES, CA 90272, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

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

1. AFFECTIVE AGENCY LLC

15332 ANTIOCH STREET #313, PACIFIC PALISADES, CA 90272

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

This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/2024

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, AFFECTIVE AGENCY LLC, ELISSA ASHWOOD, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/15/2024.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish in The Malibu Times: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/2024

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 24SMCP00264

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: JOANNE FELDMAN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner: JOANNE FELDMAN a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: JOANNE FELDMAN Proposed Name: JO FELDMAN

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: 07/26/2024 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

Date: APRIL 29, 2024

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/2024 The Malibu Times

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

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

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

PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR COMMENTS AND CONSIDER RESOLUTION LEVYING WASTEWATER SERVICES FEES FOR THE CIVIC CENTER WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY – PHASE ONE FOR PARCELS WITHIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1.

Written objections, protests, or comments regarding the Wastewater Services Fees for Assessment District No. 2015-1 may be submitted to the City Clerk by email to cityclerk@malibucity.org between now and Monday, June 24, 2024. If you are unable to submit your objections by email please contact the City Clerk at (310) 456-2489, ext. 228 to make alternative arrangements. All written objections or comments must be received prior to the opening of the public hearing.

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

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

Robert DuBoux, Public Works Director

Publish Date: June 13 and June 20, 2024

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is given that proposals for On-Call Flagging Services (BRC0000467) will be received per the instructions listed on the RFP until 5:30pm, Monday, July 15, 2024. There will be an optional online Proposers’ Conference on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 2 pm via Microsoft Teams Meeting Online Events. To participate, proposers will need to sign in using the electronic sign-in sheet accessible at the following link: https://pw.lacounty.gov/contracts/opportunities.aspx. The estimated annual contract amount is $2,400,000. 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) 458-2575 or TDD at (626) 282-7829. 6/13/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. HERRERA CUSTOM CABINETES

6861 SEPULVEDA BLVD #3, VAN NUYS, CA 91405, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

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

1. JOSE RENE HERRERA PEREZ

6861 SEPULVEDA BLVD #3, VAN NUYS, CA 91405

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: 06/2024

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, JOSE RENE HERRERA PEREZ, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 6/05/2024.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish in The Malibu Times: 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/2024 MALIBU 133

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, July 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference.

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

APPEAL NO. 24-001 – An appeal of Planning Commission Resolution No. 24-09 denying Coastal Development Permit No. 20-068 and Demolition Permit No. 20-028 for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and construction of a new 5,860 square foot single-family residence, 986 square foot basement, 510 square foot attached garage, 462 square foot detached garage, 471 square foot detached second unit, swimming pool, two spas, onsite wastewater treatment system and associated development; including Site Plan Review No. 21-009 for construction up to 24 feet in height for a flat roof

Location/APN: 6734 Zumirez Drive / 4466-002-001

Zoning:Rural Residential, One-Acre

Applicant: Schmitz and Associates

Owner/Appellant: IBN Properties LLC

Appealable to: California Coastal Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Section 15270

Application Filed: December 29, 2020

Appeal Filed: February 12, 2024

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 has analyzed the proposed project. The Planning Commission finds that pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15270, CEQA does not apply to projects which a public agency rejects or disapproves.

A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the projects. 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 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 – 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 COUNCIL’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR OTHERWISE HELD BY THE CITY, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, EITHER AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 517

Ordinance No. 517 (the “Ordinance”) proposes to amend sections 15.40.050, (OWTS Requirements for Buildings), 15.40.080 (Cumulative Impacts), 15.42.050 (Wastewater Design Flows), 15.44.030 (OWTS Operating Permit Requirement), 15.44.040 (Renewal of OWTS Operating Permits), and section 15.44.50 (OWTS Inspection and Operating Permit Criteria) of the Malibu Municipal Code. The Ordinance requires certain home occupation uses that place a great strain and impacts on the OWTS system to more stringent requirements including annual inspections, possible advance OWTS required for certain home occupation uses, operating permits valid for 2 years and a complaint and monitoring system. Nothing in the Ordinance permits a use that would not otherwise be permitted by other pertinent provisions of the Malibu Municipal Code. The City Council found that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

A full copy of the Ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s office.

Ordinance No. 517 was introduced by the Malibu City Council at its meeting held on June 10, 2024. Second reading and adoption of the Ordinance are scheduled for June 24, 2024.

Kelsey Pettijohn City Clerk

Publish: The Malibu Times, June 13, 2024 MALIBU 136

CLASSIFIEDS

“NOTICE TO READERS: California law requires that contractors taking jobs that total $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by the Contractors State License Board. State law also requires that contractors include their license numbers on all advertising. Check your contractor’s status at www.cslb. ca.gov or 800-321-CSLB (2752). Unlicensed persons taking jobs that total less than $500 must state in their advertisements that they are not licensed by the Contractors State License Board.”

ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein are subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, ancestry or national origin or intention to make such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertisements for real estate in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

THE MALIBU TIMES reserves the right to refuse the publishing of any advertisement(s) and to delete any objectionable word(s), phrase(s) and/or image(s) from such advertisement. If there is an error or omission in the printing and/or publication of an advertisement, The Malibu Times’ liability is limited to only one incorrect insertion or omission.

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SPORTS

AYSO’s Region 759 Malibu Mayhem wins 19th Annual Patriots Cup championship

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The Malibu Mayhem, the American Youth Soccer Association (AYSO) Region 759 U12 girls team, won the 19th annual Patriots Cup in Moorpark on the weekend of June 1-2. Many of the girls for the Mayhem were selected after the fall season to play on the all-star team. The tournament team was formed afterward in January, including All Star players from this year and last. The team played in three tournaments since and placed in each one.

The Mayhem earned second place in

April at the Apricot Jam, also in Moorpark, and fourth place at Strawberry Cup May 4-5 in Camarillo.

The girls played five games at the Patriots Cup weekend and dominated the

entire tournament, shutting out their opponents three times and scoring 8 goals to just 1 for the opposition. Leva Magna played goalie for the Mayhem, while Jadee Mae Jones, Everly Jensen, Vivienne

Keenan, Aubrey Ebeling, Quinn Morelli, and Isla Muchmore scored goals for the team. Malibu won the championship game 1-0 over Canyon Country on penalty kicks. Quinn Morelli and Lucy Haskell scored on their penalty kicks to help clinch the title.

The team was led by head coach Timmy Keenan and assistant coach Katie Jensen. Coach Keenan has been a core head girls coach for many years for AYSO, coached all-star teams for three years and tournament teams for two years.

“These girls worked hard for years to get to this accomplishment, training multiple times a week, and participated in core annually, All Stars and two years of tournament teams to get to this year’s multiple wins during tournament season,” said Amora Magna, team manager and girls U12 division coordinator.

“It takes time to build a successful team, picking talented committed players and

matching them with the right coach who will give them the best training and, most importantly, a positive experience. They stayed committed, trained hard, and achieved their championship.

“The best part is watching a community play together, build friendships, memories and strong bonds that will last a lifetime.”

The Malibu Mayhem girls will continue to play for the AYSO Core Fall program, the Malibu Middle School soccer team, in addition to United club teams. Keenan will coach girls U10 for his daughter Havana’s team this fall and hopes to bring this team together again for another successful tournament season and any other player who wants to work hard, play good soccer,  and join in on the amazing experience these girls had through AYSO opportunities, committed parent volunteers, and kids who just love to play soccer.

School wins first all-sports Commissioner’s Cup since three-year streak from 2001-02 to 2003-04

By McKENZIE JACKSON

The Pepperdine University Waves received a handful of West Coast Conference honors at the end of the academic year on June 5.

The school received the WCC Commissioner’s Cup, an all-sports award bestowed to the league’s top-performing school in conference play. Pepperdine also won the WCC’s Women’s All-Sports Award.

Additionally, Waves women’s tennis player Nikki Redelijk was named the WCC Female Mike Gilleran Scholar-Athlete of the Year and men’s cross country runner Johnathan Flint was named the WCC Male Postgraduate Scholarship winner.

Pepperdine won half of the eight honors the conference gives out to the best and brightest of its athletes and member institutions.

This is the first time Pepperdine has won the Commissioner’s Cup since the school won the recognition the first three seasons of the award’s existence from 2001-02 to 2003-04.

Pepperdine Director of Athletics Tanner Gardner said winning the Commissioner’s Cup is a testament to the overall success and unity of the Waves’ athletic department and university.

“It takes the hard work and dedication of each of our devoted student-athletes, excellent coaches and committed department staff, as well as the support of professors, campus staff and university leadership, to triumph this

way,” Gardner stated. “What a powerful showcase of what makes Pepperdine such a special place.”

The Waves last won the Women’s All-Sports Award in 2009-10, and this is the sixth time in program history they have won the honor. Pepperdine’s women’s volleyball, women’s tennis and women’s golf teams all captured WCC crowns this school year. The beach volleyball and women’s soccer squads had second-place finishes in the league rankings.

Redelijk, the women’s scholar-athlete of the year, was successful on the tennis court and the classroom this school year. She also had a positive impact on the community.

The award winner is selected by a vote of the WCC’s Executive Council to recognize stellar accomplishments in athletics, academics, and community service by individuals who have completed their collegiate eligibility.

Redelijk, who played fourth and fifth singles positions for Pepperdine, had an 18-8 overall record and closed the Waves’ 2024 campaign on a nine-match winning streak. She was a named to the All-WCC second team in singles this season and was an All-WCC Tournament team selection. Redelijk was the conference’s singles player of the week once this season and was a nationally ranked singles player the entire season.

She was named Pepperdine’s Female Scholar Athlete of Year. She graduated summa cum laude from Pepperdine’s Seaver College with degrees in political science and economics and earned WCC All-Academic honors for three consecutive years.

Redelijk was a member of Pepperdine’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and the Waves Leadership Council. She helped put together events such as a blood drive donation to help fight cancer, a hygiene kit drive for unhoused people, and the Malibu Tiny Tot Olympics.

She is the 11th Pepperdine student-athlete to win

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the scholar-athlete award, which is named after the WCC’s first full-time commissioner, Mike Gilleran. Redelijk’s former teammate Ashley Lahey, who won the recognition in 2021, was the last Wave to win the honor. Redelijk is the second Pepperdine women’s tennis player and eighth woman from Pepperdine to gain the award. Flint, the distance runner from Flower Mound, Texas, garnered the WCC’s postgraduate scholarship after earning a 4.0 grade point average with a degree in finance and a minor in applied mathematics. He was president of the Waves Leadership Council and part of the Malibu Community Labor Exchange. Flint volunteered to help beach cleanup in Santa Monica, with the Malibu Tiny Tot Olympics, and with a mental health trivia night.

He was Pepperdine’s 2024 Scholar Athlete of the Year after being a four-time school scholar-athlete. Flint was named to the WCC All-Academic Team last fall and is a three-time WCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll honoree. He scored in the WCC Cross Country Championships all four of his years as a Wave and is a two-time conference runner of the week. He competed in NCAA regionals three times. Flint’s time of 24 minutes and 17.2 seconds in the 8K ranks in the top 10 Pepperdine history. Additionally, he holds top 10 times in four other events. Flint is attending the University of Oxford’s Said Business School to pursue a master’s in financial economics. He aims to work at a venture capital firm emphasizing emerging markets.