The Malibu Times • June 15, 2023

Reconstruction of two local National Park Service sites damaged in the Woolsey Fire began on June 12

Four and a half years after the Woolsey Fire of November 2018, construction has nally started to restore facilities at two local Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA) sites that su ered severe damage.

e National Park Service (NPS) announced that the construction contract was awarded to AMG & Associates, Inc., based out of Santa Clarita. e projects are expected to be completed in about 15 months — by fall 2024.

A total of six new buildings will be constructed to restore visitor services, employee housing, and administrative o ces. Both park sites will receive utility upgrades; and the new buildings are designed to meet current design codes and standards for accessibility and re

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MALIBU’S AWARD WINNING NEWSPAPER SINCE 1946

Local Stan Kroenke pays $81.5 million for Malibu Village shopping center

After weeks of “May Gray” and the start of “June Gloom,” Malibu had one day of sunshine last week for Malibu High School’s 2023 graduation.

On ursday, June 8, applause, handshakes, and hugs were given to the graduates as they walked on stage to accept their diplomas.

Malibu High Principal Patrick

Leah Isaacs remembered as a ‘ray of sunshine’

Dozens of friends of Leah came together to honor her at the Hillside Memorial Park and

Leah Isaacs had a smile that would light up the entire room. Her family and friends described her as a “ray of sunshine,” always making others smile and laugh, and those who knew her knew what an incredible person she was.

On Monday, June 5, 16-year-old Leah passed away. is was the deep loss of a beautiful and remarkable daughter and friend according to her family.

Her family held a service on Monday afternoon at the Hillside

Memorial Park and Mortuary, where dozens of Leah’s friends shared their fond memories with her.

“My angel Leah, your memory is such a blessing, you gave all of us so much joy and happiness anytime you walked into a room, I can see people’s smiles grow,” her friend Olivia said.

“You always did what Leah wanted, and that’s what I loved about you, such a carefree, earth-loving soul.”

Last week, friends of Leah placed owers, candles, and stu ed animals at the entrance of Malibu High School, and the following night, they held an intimate vigil in front of the school and shared memories they had with her.

“She was always happy and always had a smile on her face,” one friend said. “She was so original and pure.”

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Miller welcomed the parents and sta and introduced the Class of 2023.

“A few weeks back, one of you asked me if you are a memorable class, I immediately answered back — ‘of course, we don’t forget any of you,’ and that’s true, we don’t forget you all; we love you, we care about you, we want the best for you,” Miller said. “Who you are today, where you are today, is not as important to me as where you’ll be

20 years from now.”

e Class of 2023 was also the rst class to experience their rst year of high school when the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Senior Class President Phoebe Knox provided the student’s address. “I would like to thank each and every one of you for always being unapologetically yourselves and for allowing me to be a part of your life,” Knox said.

Graduate Asher Katz thanked

his teachers, coaches, and sta who inspired him the last four years.

“Especially I’d like to thank my peers. e Class of 2023 started making me who I am and carried me through this ride; always know I appreciate you, and I’m proud of you,” Katz said. “If you ever feel like you’re isolated, unsure, or lost, just know you are in the majority, and if you ever feel like you need an answer, create your own; your

Just days ago, Malibu local Stan Kroenke purchased the Malibu Village shopping center (the one closest to Malibu Creek) from Atlanta-based Jamestown Properties for $81.5 million. Jamestown had paid $120 million for the commercial property back in 2014 and reportedly took a huge hit on this particular deal — they got 32 percent less than they paid for it nine years ago.

Kroenke, a billionaire sports mogul and commercial real estate investor, also owns Malibu Colony Plaza (the Ralphs shopping center) and is married to Wal-Mart heiress Ann Walton. e Trancas Country Market in Malibu is owned by

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Coast Highway (PCH) down steep terrain to Escondido Beach, as well as a small public parking lot near PCH.

At the June 7 Coastal Commission meeting, the commission voted unanimously to accept the enforcement actions taken to create a quarter-milelong beach access trail from Paci c

e parking lot and trail will be located on parts of two adjacent properties — one owned by the Donahue L. Wildman Family Trust located at 27910 and 27856 Paci c Coast Highway, and one

owned by the Mancuso Family Revocable Trust at 27920 Paci c Coast Highway. Neither of the current owners had property here back in 1978 when the commission required the trail easement, or in 1981 when it asked for a second easement for a parking lot.

e easements were originally

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City Council approves Sea View Hotel project; Malibu’s first responders honored

Council revised AB 361 and directed Planning Commission to conduct their meetings in-person in the second meeting of July

To start o the City Council meeting on Monday, June 12, Councilmember Paul Grisanti asked to adjourn the meeting in memory

of Malibu High School student Leah Isaacs and long-time Malibu resident Barry Hilton.

“I am grateful that you are adjourning the meeting in Leah Isaacs’ name, she was just a beautiful soul and only 16 so it’s a real loss to our school community,” speaker Jo Drummond said.

Mayor Bruce Silverstein and Public Safety Director Susan Dueñas presented the recognition of public safety responders with a plaque and a booklet of signatures.

The first responders included the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Department, the LA County Fire Department, the Malibu’s CERT Team, the Sheri ’s Volunteers on Patrol (VOP), and Arson Watch.

“I just feel very lucky to be here with all of you, so thank you,” Dueñas said.

Dueñas said the Public Safety Expo on June 10 was a success and received positive feedback from the community about the activities they

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Opinion A2 News Briefs A3

Update on temporary day-use impound at Malibu High School

Calendar A4

Events

Local News A6

Convicted Malibu Creek State Park killer sentenced Local News A7 City of Malibu hosts its biggest ever Public Safety Expo Real Estate . . . . . . . . . A8 Malibu Life B1

• Malibu’s Haylee Joe set to release new music this summer People B2

• Darkness on the edge of town Community B3

• Congratulations to the Class of 2023

Legal Notices B4

Business & Directory B7

Classi eds B7

Sports B10

• Malibu High volleyballer Jimenez named rst-team All-Citrus Coast League

High School’s Class of 2023 bids farewell with a joyful toss of their caps, embracing new horizons and endless possibilities. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

This photo shows the properties owned by Donahue L. Wildman Family Trust and Mancuso

Two friends of Leah Isaacs stand side by side on Monday, June 12, at the Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

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Phase 2 Septic Prohibition Zone

Dear Editor,

I want to bring attention to the 12-year impact that the Phase 2 Septic Prohibition Zone has had on property owners in the Serra Retreat and Malibu Colony communities.

In November 2009, the California Regional Water Quality Control Board passed Resolution No. R4-2009-007, in which it concluded that evidentiary requirements specified in the California Water Code have been satisfied and that discharges from septic systems in the Malibu Civic Center area fail to meet water quality objectives.

Let me describe four exemplary results.

In 2010, my then 78-year-old friend, who lives in the Serra Retreat area – his son wanted to build a new, modest home on the neighboring vacant property so that he could be close to his parents. That friend is now 92, and his son still has not been able to apply for a building permit.

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The Resolution moved to prohibit all new discharges from septic system in residential areas within the Phase 2 Septic Prohibition Zone pending the completion of the Phase 2 work. The cost of the Phase 2 work has still not been determined, nor has the project itself been voted on by the property owners that it will serve.

The prohibition of new discharges means that homeowners whose properties are within the Phase 2 Septic Prohibition Zone cannot add plumbing fixtures to their homes or properties.

In 2017, my client, who lives in the Malibu Colony, wanted to remodel her house to accommodate her two young children. Her sons are now of college age. Another opportunity lost. My colleague owns a modest home in the Serra Retreat area and has not been able to add bedrooms with bathrooms to accommodate his young children.

Another couple who owns a home in the Malibu Colony have been waiting seven years to add a second story that includes a bathroom to their home.

Would the City Council please consider moving any of the following four ideas forward.

1. Support and move forward a new study this year to look again at the evidence that the

Aswe welcome the summer warmth of June, we find ourselves at a crossroads of jubilation, contemplation, and profound compassion. We are embraced by the tenderness of Father’s Day, an occasion to voice our appreciation for the in uential gures who have molded our existence. My own father passed in 2009, and I continue to long for his wise counsel and guidance. I am fortunate to have a loving husband by my side who cherishes me and our children immeasurably, o ering constant

contamination of the water quality of the groundwater at the Malibu Lagoon, Malibu Creek, and Malibu Beach are caused by private septic systems and not, for example, by wildlife or domestic animals.

2. The City Council schedules a public forum in which property owners whose remodels, additions and new construction have been stalled by the subject prohibition can speak to the impact of the prohibition and have a voice in a solution. This can only help to obtain their support in the required voting.

3. Investigate and identify those

We also commemorate the notable achievements of the 2023 graduating classes from Malibu High and Middle School.

A hearty congratulations to all graduates! Your steadfastness and commitment, particularly in these trying times, have not been overlooked. You’ve demonstrated that resilience and persistence are not just words, but vital principles that guide your lives, and we eagerly anticipate your future accomplishments.

At the same time, we as a community grieve the untimely de-

characteristics of existing septic systems in the Phase 2 Prohibition Zone that contribute to their failure to provide primary treatment that would eliminate the contamination alleged in the findings described in the subject resolution. Share that information with the SWQCB and subject property owners to find a more immediate and practical solution.

4. Can and would the City and the State work together to provide interim relief to those property owners who wish to proceed with the planning and permitting

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State Farm, the largest insurer in the nation, recently announced it would no longer write homeowner’s policies in California. The company suffered a 10 billion dollar loss selling fire insurance here, largely a result of wildfires. Looking closer, the decision came partly because our insurance commissioner, Ricardo Lara, won’t allow rate increases to cover their costs. We know that the cost to rebuild in Malibu is extravagantly high, mostly because of a stupidly slow permitting process, as those battered Woolsey survivors know full well.

So why are there so many fires and such high cost? Drought was a major cause, as was poor forest policy from the past, plus the high cost in payouts to those insured.

With the drought ended from near record high rainfall and snowpack, the weeds and wildflowers seem to be twice the height of last year at this time. Not as noticeable is the growth of chaparral and other plants populating the hillsides

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surrounding Malibu. If you observe closely, you’ll realize the fuel load is already high this early in the season.

Looking at cost from a personal perspective it helps to see what some of our neighbors experienced after Woolsey:

1. Insurance companies expecting building costs to be half of Malibu prices, (and many if not most people being underinsured, some not having enough to rebuild).

2. A four-year full-time job trying to get your permits through the slowest building and planning department in perhaps the world.

3. Challenging fire department officials delaying approval of your plans if you didn’t have a 20-foot driveway.

4. An overworked planning department, which led to errors that the Planning Commission would kick back while time slipped away.

5. Unavailability of architects and builders partly due to all the construction from previous fires, and supply chain issues delaying materials.

6. e state requiring that all hardscape be removed, but

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then taking six months to do it.

The obvious stress that this put our neighbors under even as the City Council waived permit fees and tried to fast track rebuilds is a testimony that the process is not something any of us want to face. Fortunately, there is action you can take so that this will not happen to you. Unfortunately, only a few residents have availed themselves of what our city is offering.

The common misconception that during a wildland fire, a wall of flames races up to a home and devours it is false. This is almost never true unless you live on the top of a steep hillside that has not been cleared of brush. And in Malibu, with many homes not close to their neighbors, we often do not see fires jump from house to house as in more tightly packed neighborhoods.

What we face in the Santa Monica Mountains is embers being driven by high winds.

These blow from the firefront, often a mile or more away. If you want to save your house, you must stop these firebrands from igniting your house. They can sneak into vents, find cracks in the wood, get under roof tiles, and ignite a fence that is connected to your house or maybe ignite stupid things like a woodpile. In a strong wind, palm fronds that haven’t been trimmed can be driven through windows. As a National Fire Prevention Association inspector, I have never seen one house that does not have vulnerabilities that would allow an ember to turn into a fire. Since no one is there, your home becomes a pile of ash.

But Malibu residents — including everyone in 90265 — are fortunate. The city offers free home hardening/fire ignition inspections. Our three trained fire liaisons are all former firemen with years of experience, and all have taken the NFPA training, which is based

parture of Leah Isaacs, a ray of sunshine in our community. Her vibrant spirit and bright smile will be deeply missed. Our heartfelt sympathies extend to her family and friends. In these di cult times, we stand united, extending our unwavering support.

As we journey through these periods of happiness and grief, let’s not forget the signi cance of looking out for our community. Let’s uphold one another, nurture compassion, and assist in mutual growth. As we all know, Malibu is more than just a location; it’s a family. And as families do, we stick together through triumph and tragedy alike.

of their improvements prior to the completion and operation of Phase 2. In other words, can they find a way for existing property owner to submit plans and proceed through the time-consuming entitlement process during the completion of Phase 2?

After more than 12 years of prohibition of development involving any increase in the plumbing fixture count on properties in the Prohibition Zone, a solution is overdue.

Richard Sol, Architect Malibu

on science and testing.

The inspections take about 50 minutes and our team offers advice that is usually very inexpensive to follow, advise that could save four years of stress. Schedule an appointment at firesafety@malibucity.org or by phone at (310) 456-2489, ext. 388.

To be clear, these inspections are not the same as those done by our firefighters, who are looking for dead brush. While there may be advice on vegetation and tree trimming — trees can protect your home by catching embers before they reach your house — this is about prevent ignition during strong wind driven fires. Following the NFPA suggestions has been shown to reduce losses during big wildland fires such as Woolsey by between 50 percent and 80 percent.

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he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong.” — Abraham Lincoln

“I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while

“Even the darkest night will pass, and the sun will rise again. In every challenge, there is opportunity for growth.”

SIRENS

The following incidents were reported between:

May 16 - MAY 24

5/16 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Malibu Lagoon was broken into, and an iPhone and $100 in cash were stolen. e victim said there were pry marks left on the driver-side door, indicating it was forced entry.

5/19 | Burglary

Construction tools worth $4,220 were stolen from a construction site near the Pepperdine campus. e victim said they have security footage of the incident available and will submit it for evidence.

5/21 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Leo Carrillo State Beach was broken into and ransacked. The victim hid the key underneath the bumper, went to the beach, and upon return, the keys were missing, and his vehicle was ransacked. ere were no security cameras available for evidence. e victim also received multiple noti cations of unauthorized purchases made at an Apple store, and the purchases were declined.

5/22 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Malibu Lagoon was broken into and ransacked. e driver-side door lock was damaged and estimated to cost $150 to repair.

5/24 | Burglary

A white Porsche worth $80,000 was stolen from a property on Sweetwater Mesa. ere were security cameras available, but they were not working during the time of the incident.

Update on temporary day-use impound at Malibu High School

On Saturday, May 27, the City of Malibu began operating a temporary day-use impound yard at a new location at the Malibu High School parking on Morning View Drive. Since then, 89 vehicles have been towed into the impound yard, where they are removed at the end of each day. e impound yard will continue to be used on weekends and holidays through Sept. 4 for the temporary storage of vehicles that are towed for illegal parking or posing a public safety hazard in Malibu. By not having to take towed vehicles to their regular impound yard in ousand Oaks, the towing companies can tow away more illegally parked vehicles, helping to ensure beach access, resident and visitor parking, and keeping the roadways safe and clear for emergency responders.

Public enforcement action in Malibu nets

91 citations

A parking enforcement operation conducted recently with the Malibu/ Lost Hills Sheri ’s Station, Sheri ’s Volunteers on Patrol (VOP), a city Public Safety Commissioner and a city sta member resulted in 91 citations issued and six vehicles towed.

41st annual Chili Cook-O and Carnival Public Hearing on June 19 e Boys & Girls Club of Malibu

NEWS BRIEFS

is sponsoring the 41st Annual Chili Cook-O and Carnival, a four-day event on Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1-4. e Boys & Girls Club will also be hosting a one-day private fundraising event on ursday, Aug. 31. e Chili Cook-O will take place on the city-owned parcel at 23575 Civic Center Way and will feature amusement rides, a chili cook-o competition, live music, and booths with food, merchandise, and public service groups. e Coastal Development Permit for the event will be heard by the Planning Commission on June 19.

Learn to Swim lessons begin June 13

Learn to Swim water safety lessons will be o ered weekly from June 13 through Aug. 10 at the Malibu Community Swimming Pool for kids ages 1 through 14. Swimmers will develop good habits in and around the water, learn and re ne their swimming strokes, and become stronger, safer swimmers. For more information, visit the Aquatics at malibucity.org.

Register for adult softball league before June 14

e summer Coed Adult Softball League begins June 25 and includes Sunday games at Malibu Blu s Park. Team registration is available online through June 14. Anyone over the age of 18 looking to join a team should call (310) 317-1364 to be placed on the free agent list. For more information, visit malibucity.org.

Construction to begin on Malibu’s Tra c Signal

radiant beam of sunshine who called Malibu her home, Leah’s sparkling presence will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

She had a knack for bringing happiness to all those around her. Her laughter was the sound of joy incarnate; her eyes were pools of boundless love. People were naturally drawn to her because she had a rare gift - an unwavering, genuine kindness that made people feel cherished and valued.

Synchronization Project on PCH

Construction is expected to begin this month on the Paci c Coast Highway (PCH) Traffic Signal Synchronization Project, marking a major milestone in the city’s most signi cant measure to date to improve tra c safety and mobility on PCH. PCH is one of California’s most scenic state highways, used by millions of visitors per year, but it is also Malibu’s Main Street. PCH safety and mobility are one of the most important quality-of-life issues in our community. According to the Sheri ’s Department, excessive speed is the most commonly cited tra c violation. Speeding and improper turns are the most common contributing factors to collisions, both of which will be directly addressed by the Tra c Signal Synchronization Project.

e project, which is estimated to take more than one year to complete, will install communication lines between the existing tra c signals on PCH from Topanga Canyon Boulevard to John Tyler Drive to synchronize the signals to existing tra c conditions. e new tra c signals will be connected to the Caltrans Tra c Management Center, allowing Caltrans to operate the signals and the signal system remotely. New equipment will capture actual tra c data and send it to the tra c signal controllers. e system will contain state-of-the art software that can immediately adjust the tra c signal timing to actual tra c volume conditions, which will help alleviate congestion on PCH.

e city’s contractor will be using the city’s vacant parcel on Civic Center Way, PCH, and Webb Way for staging and storing vehicles and materials, employee and construction vehicle parking, and a temporary construction o ce. Using this area

A friend to all, Leah never missed an opportunity to brighten someone’s day. Her energetic and bubbly personality was like a gust of fresh sea breeze that rejuvenated souls. She was known for lighting up any room she entered, and her e ervescence was a treasure that her friends and family will always remember.

She was our angel on earth, and though she is no longer with us physically, her essence and the joy she brought to the world will continue to ripple through the universe.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved angel, Leah Isaacs, on June 5, 2023. She was 16 years old. A

She also had a special bond with all creatures, great and small, and frequently dedicated her time to spread love and care and vaccinate animals.

ing her white helmet. She was born in Malibu in 1966 and was a happy, loving girl with autism. She was able to live and grow up with her friends in Malibu West at Esperance Center, which her parents established in 1982 as a nonpro t to provide service for those with developmental disabilities. Dara struggled with her disabilities since early childhood. She developed epilepsy later in life and wore her white helmet to protect her from injury.

will make the project faster and more e cient, and reduce construction vehicle tra c on PCH and Malibu

Canyon. Per the city’s requests, the contractor will install a temporary fence and screening, and has committed to keep the location clean during construction.

Public Safety Department launches Instagram account

e city invites you to follow the Public Safety Department’s new Instagram account @malibusafety.

Stay up to date on emergency information and the city’s e orts on public safety, crime, tra c safety, emergency response, e orts to help residents be prepared for and protect their homes and community from wild res and other disasters, and efforts to address homelessness. e Public Safety Department will also continue to post messages on Twit-

ter and Facebook. e city does not monitor social media accounts 24/7, so please do not report emergencies or calls for urgent assistance on social media — call 911.

Local artists sought to submit artwork for the city’s next public art exhibition

In tribute to Malibu’s deep roots in sur ng culture, the City of Malibu Arts Commission invites local Malibu artists to submit artwork for consideration to be featured in the next public art exhibition in the Malibu City Gallery, “Shifting Tides.” Sur ng is in Malibu’s DNA, and Malibu has played an important role in the global history and culture of sur ng, making it a natural subject to inspire local artists. e submission deadline is Wednesday, June 7. Submissions will only be

Dara, who you may have seen out and about around Malibu with her caretakers and her friends, was always recognizable wear-

Dara passed away peacefully on 5/23/2023 after a long illness. She was one of the strongest people you could know. She never gave up. She was a ghter. Dara loved the beach, the sand,

Leah is survived by her heartbroken family, friends, and a community that will forever hold her in their hearts.

and the ocean. She was always at peace there. She touched many, many lives during her fty-six years and will be missed by all who knew her, loved her, and cared for her. Dara is preceded in death by her father, Roy. She is survived by her mother, Barbara; her brother, Paul; her sister-inlaw, Michelle; her niece, Sydney, and her nephews, Aidan and Sebastian, along with many other members of her extended family. Her legacy will live on through Esperance Center.

e family requests that donations in memory of Dara Hasselquist be sent to Esperance Center, Post O ce Box 4140, Malibu, CA 90264.

Submission deadline is

Monday at noon. Please email submissions to:

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

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

Thu JUN 15

NATURE JOURNALING FOR EVERYONE

As part of the California State Parks Week learn some journaling at Malibu Lagoon State Beach from 3 to 5 p.m. Spending time in nature is incredibly good for

CALENDAR

activities begin one hour before sunset Arts and crafts, giveaways, food trucks, and special guests included

• Bring chairs and blankets

No alcohol

“Top Gun” 1986, rated PG on Saturday, June 17, at 7 p.m.

Pre-movie activities include giveaways, D’Amore’s Pizza Truck, and Apollo’s Expresso and Shave Ice.

Sun JUN 18

MALIBU

LAGOON STATE BEACH CLEAN UP

As part of the California State Parks Week celebrations, join for a beach cleanup on Sunday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is lagoon and beach are home to so many di erent animals and a beautiful spot to relax, read a book, surf, and play! Let’s work together to keep it clean! A free event for all ages. If you have any questions, email allison.frye@parks.ca.gov.

tue JUN 20

RIDE A WAVE WITH MALIBU SURFING ASSOCIATION

your health, and nature journaling can deepen the connection. We’ll share a simple process that can be learned and enjoyed by anyone. No materials needed. However, if you have a journal or colored pencils/ watercolors you are welcome to bring them. You might also like to bring a folding chair. A free event for all ages. If you have any questions, email allison.frye@parks. ca.gov.

Thu JUN 15

BUBBLEMANIA AND CO. AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

Join the Malibu Library on ursday, June 15, for the “Bubblologist,” a bubble show on the science and fun of bubbles with

shimmering waves of soap lms, rainbow bubbles, big bubbles, small bubbles, square bubbles, triangle bubbles, bubbles within bubbles, bubbles bouncing on bubbles, and giant bubbles! In the grand nale, kids get the chance to be inside of a giant bubble. Learn about re ection, refraction, surface tension, and many other soap bubbles properties. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver. In the meeting room from 3:30 to 4:40 p.m.

SUNSET YOGA AT THE ADAMSON HOUSE

As part of the California State Parks Week celebrations, come for a sunset yoga on ursday, June

15, from 6 to 7 p.m. e Adamson House has the most amazing lawns to picnic and relax. ey also are perfect for yoga! Come join us for an all-levels, all-ages yoga practice led by one of our Adamson House Docents. A free event for all ages. If you have any questions, email allison.frye@parks.ca.gov.

SAT JUN 17 FATHER’S DAY ON THE GREEN

Spend Father’s Day at Trancas Country Market for live music, lawn games, and fruit bars on Saturday, June 17, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

THE ORIGINAL STATE PARK STEWARDS

At the Malibu Creek State Park Campground Amphitheater, and as part of the California State Parks Week celebrations, join the Original State Park Stewards on Satuday, June 17, from 4 to 5 p.m. e Chumash and Fernandeño people lived on these lands for thousands of years. Find out what life was like for the Native American children growing up here. is free event is part of the Junior Ranger program for 7 to 12 year olds. If you have any questions, email allison.frye@ parks.ca.gov.

TOPANGA LAGOON RESTORATION PROJECT

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

e Resource Conservation District is hosting a public information meeting on June 17 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Palisades Charter High School, 15777 Bowdoin St. Join the organizations behind the restoration of Topanga Lagoon to hear about the background, current status and future of this important project. To RSVP, visit: eventbrite.com/e/topangalagoon-restoration-projectpublic-information-meetingtickets-631048782897.

HHW/E-WASTE COLLECTION

Properly dispose of certain types of household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the City Hall upper parking lot. All containers must be clearly labeled to identify the contents. e maximum amount of paint/motor oil accepted is 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip. e city schedules its events on the 3rd Saturday in February, April, June, August, and October. Rain cancels event.

CINEMALIBU: “TOP GUN” 1986, PG

• Movies will take place at Malibu Blu s Park, 24250 Paci c Coast Highway Movies begin at sunset and

TAP/JAZZ DANCE COMBO

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

CARDIO SALSA AND STRETCH

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

MAT PILATES PLUS

Come ride a wave and honor international surf day with the Malibu Sur ng Association at First Point Dume in Malibu. Enjoy a potluck and special guests with Jerico Poppler, Jim Kempton

Author of Women on Waves, Pro Short Boarder Allen Sarlo and Andy Lyon and Long Board Pro Surder Mary Osborne. All surfers and surf clubs, long and Litshort are welcome. For more information visit, malibusur ngassociation on Instagram.

ONGOING

CREATIVE WRITING COURSE AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

Bring Out Your Inner Writer: Creative Writing will be o ered from Tuesday, June 6, through July 18 (no class July 4) from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. at the Malibu Senior Center at City Hall. $5 per class. In this 6-week free-form class, students learn to use writing as a tool for personal expression, creativity, and healing. Students explore creative writing techniques, fun prompts, timed writing exercises, and thoughtful listening to encourage students to let words ow and see what evolves. No experience is necessary. Bring pens, notebooks, and an open mind. Instructed by Tracy Katz.

FARMERS MARKET

Shop for fresh fruits and veggies, prepared food, and more at the weekly Malibu Farmers Market on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Market at Legacy Park.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION

SITTING GROUP

e Malibu Mindfulness

Meditation Group meets ursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. for a group sit and chat in Point Dume.

ey are led by longtime local resident Michael Kory, who has been practicing Mindfulness Meditation for over 12 years and recently graduated a two-year teacher training program. Everyone is welcome whether you are an experienced meditator or are a complete newbie. ere are many bene ts to be had both from giving yourself the gift of learning how to quiet the mind, and doing it in a group with the support of others.

If you wish to attend, please email mmm@bu-dharma.com for more info.

BALLET SLIM AND TRIM

Develop better posture and improve balance, exibility, and circulation during this one-hour class. Class is ursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Michael Landon Community Center.

e instructor will also focus on body awareness, coordination, and stretching techniques. Please wear workout clothes and ballet shoes. No experience is necessary. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

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

SENIOR STRETCH AND STRENGTH

Class is organized on Mondays from 1 to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants will focus on exibility, balance, circulation, muscle tone, and breathing techniques. Class will be held outdoors at the Malibu Senior Center. Register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate. For additional information contact (310) 456-2489, Ext. 357, or visit Malibucity.org/SeniorCenter.

MAT YOGA

Learn new poses, increase exibility, and practice stretching techniques in a calm and relaxing environment. Bring your own yoga mat. Instructed by Daya Chrans. Class is organized on Tuesdays at the Senior Center at Malibu City Hall from 1 to 2 p.m. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

CHAIR YOGA

Yoga is a wonderful way to stretch the body and calm the mind. is class helps you develop a strong and exible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in your balance. Get t while you sit! Join this peaceful hour of exercise. Instructed by Daya Chrans. Class is organized on Mondays at the Senior Center at Malibu City Hall from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

RELAX THROUGH COLORING

Did you know that coloring helps relieve stress? Join a free coloring program led by Judy Merrick at the Senior Center at Malibu City Hall on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. RSVP by calling the Malibu Senior Center at (310) 456-2489, Ext. 357.

CHOIR

Join an upbeat choir group and learn the fundamentals of singing and performing di erent styles of music. Group meets at Malibu City Hall Senior Center on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. is is a great opportunity for socialization, selfexpression, and learning through music. All levels are welcome. Instructed by Laura DeMieri Fercano. $5 per class.

KNITTING

Knitting with Sheila Rosenthal is organized every Monday and Friday at the Senior Center at Malibu City Hall from 9 to 10:30 a.m. No experience is required. Please bring your own size 8 needles and one skein of yarn.

The City of Malibu’s CineMalibu series returns to Malibu Blu s Park for a summer of free, family-friendly outdoor community movie screenings with trivia, games, food trucks, and more, starting with “Top Gun” on Saturday, June 17.

Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

Convicted Malibu Creek State Park killer sentenced

Anthony Rauda, who killed camper Tristan Beaudette, gets life in prison

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

e man convicted of killing a father of two in Malibu Creek State Park will spend the rest of his life behind bars. Anthony Rauda, 46, was sentenced to 119 years in prison for the murder of Tristan Beaudette in 2018.

e so-called “Malibu Sniper” began terrorizing the area in 2016 by ring random shots at passing motorists and campers in the park.

Rauda shot at Beaudette’s tent as he was sleeping with his two young daughters. Rauda was also convicted of the daughters’ attempted murder and that of another camper at the site who narrowly missed his bullets when the camper came under re. Beaudette’s widow, Erica Wu, read a victim impact statement at the sentencing hearing in downtown Los Angeles on June 7. Even Rauda’s defense attorney called her statement “deeply moving.” Wu spoke of her daughters, now 7 and 9, growing up without a father. In the three-week trial in May, Wu had testi ed about the horror her daughters experienced witnessing their father’s death, narrowly escaping bullets targeting them and crying hysterically while covered in blood.

In court on June 7, Wu addressed

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Some said they had known her since kindergarten and said no matter the length in time they had known her, she was easy to get along with.

“I moved here in around seventh grade and she was my rst close friend here,” one student said.

the judge saying, “Knowing the person who caused this to happen is behind bars at least allows us to feel that the most is being done to honor Tristan and to honor our daughters.

“How many minutes was it like that with them kneeling in a pool of blood next to his body, crying for him to wake up?” Wu tearfully questioned. “I hope he would have died instantly.”

Wu described her late husband as an accomplished chemist, natural athlete, home chef, and an incredible partner.

Rauda, who earlier had waived his right to attend his murder trial, did appear at the sentencing hearing as he had in earlier appearances. He was wheeled into court in a restraint chair, completely shackled and wearing a spit hood over his head. ese precautionary measures were taken after Rauda had already been convicted of violently assaulting two Los Angeles County Sheri ’s deputies. ose attacks were caught on surveillance video. Before his sentencing Rauda was already serving three years and eight months on those charges.

Rauda had a lengthy criminal background before the murder, including illegal possession of rearms. He apparently was living outdoors as a survivalist when he was nally captured on a ridgetop near Malibu Creek State Park in late 2018. He was also convicted in a series of burglaries in the area

“We all kind of knew her forever because Malibu is such a small school and everyone’s been here since they were little,” another said.

“She was just so sweet, it was hard not to be friends with her.”

Her friends said she helped them appreciate life and not take things for granted.

“ is is not a goodbye, but a thank you — thank you for coming into

including a few at the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District building on Las Virgenes near the park and at the Calabasas Community Center.

Judge Eleanor J. Hunter scolded Rauda from the bench, “You’ve earned every single aspect of putting you in restraints because of how you’ve chosen to conduct yourself.”

With Rauda having one conviction of second-degree murder and three convictions of attempted murder, Hunter called him out as not just a danger to the community, but “an extreme one.”

“It’s a chilling kind of case and literally it’s everybody in the community’s worst nightmare,” Hunter added. “Your only motive that day was to kill. Your only motive that day was to kill,” she repeated.

Hunter also called Rauda “violent, vicious, and cold-blooded,” but also claimed he was “smart,” noting that Rauda’s crimes were researched, from making a gun to modifying it. “ at is a dangerous combination being both cold-blooded and smart,” she said.

Rauda, who had previously acted up in court during earlier appearances, this time did not.

Originally the judge had sentenced Rauda to 142 years to life, but after meeting with attorneys on both sides, she said she made a miscalculation and revised her sentence to 119 years, which still means life in prison.

my life and bringing me so much happiness,” Olivia said. Her family also shared a few words.

“She had a beautiful and happy life, her happiness is always contagious,” her mother said. “One thing is that she gets to be happy and dance all the time, like she always wanted to, just in the clouds.”

accepted online at https://shiftingtides.artcall.org. Artists may submit one original work in any medium for consideration. Selected artists will be noti ed by June 19. For submission assistance, contact Brittany Saleaumua at (310) 456-2489, ext. 349.

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

e Malibu Arts Commission invites the community to the free opening reception on Sunday, July 16, at 12 p.m. e commission will celebrate the artists and Malibu’s surf culture with a live musical performance by “A Call 2Peace,” and complimentary food and beverages. For more information on the exhibition or the Malibu Arts Commission, visit www.MalibuArtsCommission. org/CallforArtists or email Community Services Director Kristin Riesgo at KRiesgo@MalibuCity.org.

City of Malibu kicks o the summer season of CineMalibu with ‘Top Gun’ on June 17

e City of Malibu’s CineMalibu™ series returns to Malibu Blu s Park for a summer of free, family-friendly outdoor community movie screenings with trivia, games, food trucks and more, starting with “Top Gun” (1986, PG) on Saturday, June 17. is summer, the series presents iconic lms from the 1980s.

CineMalibu™ Schedule

“Top Gun” (1986, PG) Saturday, June 17, 7 p.m.

“E.T.” (1982, PG) Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m.

“ e Karate Kid” (1984, PG) Saturday, Aug. 19, 6:30 p.m.

Arrive early to participate in themed activities with the Malibu Library, contests, giveaways, a ra e, and to purchase tasty food from the D’Amores Pizza Truck and treats from Apollo’s Expresso and Shave Ice.

e movies start at sunset and preevent activities start at 5 p.m. Malibu Blu s Park is located at 24250 Paci c Coast Highway at Malibu Canyon.

At the City of Malibu booth, show a sta member that you follow the Community Services Department on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram and receive a ra e ticket for a chance to win great prizes, including gift cards to local businesses and a 30% o coupon for a City of Malibu recreation program. Tickets or RSVPs are not required. Seating is available on a rst-come, rst-served basis. Bring chairs and blankets. Alcohol is not allowed at Malibu Blu s Park. Dogs must be on leash and under control of their owners at all times.

e City of Malibu’s CineMalibu™ series has presented free outdoor movie screenings for the community since 2005. For more information, visit the webpage at malibucity.org/ Cinemalibu or call (310) 317-1364.

Public information meeting on Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project set for June 17

e Resource Conservation District is hosting a public information meeting on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Palisades Charter High School, 15777 Bowdoin St. Join the organizations behind the restoration of Topanga Lagoon to hear about the background, current status and future of this important project.

To RSVP visit eventbrite.com/e/ topanga-lagoon-restoration-project-public-information-meeting-tickets-631048782897. For more information on the minimum wage policy in the City of Malibu, visit malibucity.org.

Malibu Lagoon State beach cleanup set for June 18

As part of the California State Parks Week celebrations, join for a beach cleanup on Sunday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is lagoon and beach are home to so many di erent animals and a beautiful spot to relax, read a book, surf, and play! Let’s work together to keep it clean! A free event for all ages. If you have any questions, email allison.frye@parks.ca.gov.

Lechuza Beach accessibility improvements public hearing set for June 19

e Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 19 proposed development by the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) to improve public access at Lechuza Beach. e proposed developments include Americans with Disability Act-compliant parking and restrooms, viewing platforms, an advanced onsite wastewater treatment system, and a staircase. For more information about the project, visit the California Environmental Quality Act website. e agenda, sta report, and viewing and commenting instructions will be posted in advance on the webpage at malibucity.org.

Public Works Department working with Caltrans on safety issues at Trancas Creek Bridge Project

e Public Works Department has been in communication with Caltrans District 7 to address tra c safety issues related to the Trancas Creek Bridge Replacement Project on PCH. e Public Works Director spoke with Caltrans’ Chief Deputy District Director last week. ey agreed to meet with the city to discuss the ongoing issues with the project and its impacts on tra c safety, potential issues when Caltrans moves on to the next stage of the project, and to perform some immediate tra c safety measures. Caltrans has been working on the land side of westbound PCH just west of Guernsey Avenue to correct a drainage issue, adjusting the K-rail at the eastern end of Trancas Bridge, the site of a recent tra c collision, and will add a ashing beacon and signage to alert oncoming motorists. e city will continue to work with Caltrans on project issues and will stress the importance of ensuring public safety during construction.

City of Malibu adopts the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code — Title 32

To provide the public with the best practices in addressing re prevention and emergency response, the City of Malibu adopted the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code on March 13. ese local amendments are a set of regulations that incorporate the latest research, technological advancements, and building industry standards for re prevention. With the adoption of the 2023 re code, the city prioritizes re safety when assessing plans for compliance and ensures that building permit applications and construction projects adhere to the revised standards. Apply for Woolsey Fire Rebuild Fee waivers before June 30 deadline

e city continues to work to help Malibu residents rebuild homes destroyed in the devastating Woolsey Fire and urges homeowners to submit applications for rebuild fee waivers before the June 30 deadline. All required Planning Department applications for a project must be deemed complete by June 30. All required building permits must be pulled by Dec. 30. Fees will not be waived after Dec. 30. e fee waivers cover all city planning and building permit fees for properties that are being rebuilt as a “like-forlike” or “like-for-like plus 10%” rebuild and were used as a primary residence by the property owner as of Nov. 8, 2018. e City Council made Woolsey Fire rebuilding its top priority, after public safety, every year since the 2019-2020 budget, and has voted unanimously every

year to extend the fee waivers, which now total $5.7 million in Woolsey Fire rebuild assistance. For more information and resources related to the fee waivers, and to submit an application, visit the Fee Waiver webpage at malibucity.org/958/ Fee-Waiver-Deadlines.

City of Malibu demonstrates e ective brush clearance techniques for re safety

As wild re season approaches, the City of Malibu is emphasizing the importance of consistent and thorough brush clearance to protect homes and slow the spread of res. e city’s re safety liaisons are currently conducting annual brush clearance on the slopes above City Hall and using the opportunity to create a demonstration plot showcasing e ective techniques. e demonstration plot highlights how native and non-native vegetation can be blended to enhance slopes, making them re-safe during re season while providing excellent erosion control during the rainy season. e technique involves reducing the volume of vegetation, trimming the limbs of the lower one-third of shrubs, and cutting limbs from the bottom 6 feet of trees. A mosaic pattern is created, retaining some vegetation to prevent erosion and leaving gaps between bunches of vegetation to limit the spread of horizontal res. Most Malibu residents will receive brush clearance notices from the Los Angeles County Fire Department ahead of the June 1 deadline. For more information on brush clearance and re safety, please email FireSafety@MalibuCity.org or call (310) 456-2489.

Expedited planning reviews o ered for solar power system and generators

e Planning Department is o ering same-day planning application reviews for photovoltaic systems (solar) and generators during Public Counter hours on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. No appointment is required. ese permit applications require a planning approval prior to proceeding to Building Plan Check. General requirements include a uniform application, two sets of plans or one digital set on a USB drive, and review of the Photovoltaic System Plan Check Guide or Generator Plan Check Guide for additional requirements. Applications may be submitted through the Planning Online Portal. For more information about planning applications, visit the Planning Department webpage at malibucity.org/355/Planning.

Upcoming city and government meetings:

• Monday, June 19, 6:30 p.m. — Planning Commission Regular Meeting — virtual Tuesday, June 20, 8:30 a.m. — as Virgenes-Malibu Council of Governments (COG) Governing Board Meeting — virtual Tuesday, June 20, 5:30 p.m. — Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting — virtual • ursday, June 22, 6:00 p.m. — Wastewater Advisory Committee — virtual

Malibu Rebuild Statistics

City of Malibu sta continues to work with homeowners to rebuild. Here are the current Woolsey Fire rebuild statistics. See continuously updated statistics on the Rebuild Portal.

Single Family Dwellings building permits issued — 254

• Single Family Dwellings complete — 128

• Multifamily building permits issued — 18 units

Multifamily building units complete — 12 units

City of Malibu hosts its biggest ever Public Safety Expo

Residents are treated to an informational day of activities and expert tips

By EMMANUEL LUISSI Special to The Malibu Times

e City of Malibu hosted its largest-ever Public Safety Expo at City Hall on June 10. is year’s expo expanded on previous ones by hosting more vendors, more emergency and safety agencies, more guest engagement activities, and even o ered free lunches.

e expo supplied the community with even more information and opportunity to speak to law enforcement and emergency professionals, as well as volunteer teams, eager to inform the community about advances in safety and emergency protocols and provide tips for creating a safer Malibu. Los Angeles County Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Drew Smith said the expo is important for creating an understanding between the community and those responsible for protecting and serving the community.

“ ey come here and get the expertise from all the members that ensure their public safety, and all our collaborators like Southern California Edison, and So Cal

safety. Paramount Ranch, located o of Cornell Road, is best known for its movie history, serving as a lming location for nearly 100 years. Much of the park’s permanent “Western Town” set, which featured a Western “Main Street” and structures that served as barns, hotels, saloons, and barbershops for decades of movies and TV shows was destroyed in the re.

e train depot used in the “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman” TV series and the chapel used in HBO’s “Westworld” survived the re.

e new town will not be an exact replica of the one that burned.

e goal is to reestablish the ranch as a movie-making hub and create opportunities for people to gather for special events, participate in education programs, and volunteer with habitat restoration.

Four buildings will be constructed in the footprints of the historic Paramount Studios buildings, three of which will be used in western lm and TV shoots. But they won’t just be fronts — they’ll be built out as indoor or covered event spaces. A “Pavilion” will be a covered event space with a 265-person capacity. e Prop Shed will include an indoor event space with capacity for 100 people, and the “Barn” will have indoor event space for up to 200 people. e fourth new building will be a restroom. is is just phase one of the Par-

Gas, so they understand what it means to be safe in their community,” Smith said.

e expo shared the date with the newly declared “Public Safety Responders Appreciation Day” as declared by the City Council on May 22.

As guests arrived at the expo, they were given the opportunity to write thank you messages and sign their names in special appreciation books for responder teams and agencies around the city.

ose recognized were the Los Angeles County Sheri ’s Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department, Malibu CERT, Los Angeles County Sheri ’s Volunteers on Patrol, and Arson Watch. e books will be presented to the leaders of each public safety organization.

Guests who visited could immediately see the impressive stretch of a re truck ladder extending from the top of a re engine from Fire Department Station 125.

Each level of City Hall’s back parking was full, and each level was lined with representatives from LA County Sheri ’s, California Highway Patrol, LA County Fire Department, County of Los Angeles Lifeguards, Malibu Search and Rescue, California State Parks, Malibu CERT, Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority, LA County Disaster Communications and more.

amount Ranch rebuild. Once the four new buildings are complete in 2024, the NPS will work with lm companies, partner organizations, and volunteers to again construct movie sets. Some sets will be temporary and only accessible while a movie is lming. Others will be educational and longer-lasting.

“It’s the National Park Service’s only site dedicated to interpreting American lm history and we’re excited to bring the excitement back,” David Szymanski, superintendent of the SMMNRA, said in a prepared statement.

At the Rocky Oaks Park, located near the intersection of Kanan Dume Road and Mulholland Highway, one administrative building and one multiplex housing unit will be constructed to replace structures that burned.

Construction will take place at the parks Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. No regular work will be performed on weekends or federal holidays with the exception of weather delays or unforeseen situations. Park o cials will monitor re weather forecasts and take necessary precautions during red ag days.

e Paramount Ranch trail system will remain open to hikers, cyclists, and equestrians during the project, but the construction area itself will be closed to the public and fenced o . Visitors can continue to park on the east side of Medea Creek and will have access to restrooms across the street.

Hikers and cyclists will be allowed access over the Medea

Making its return to the expo was the earthquake simulator, allowing guests to experience a replicated earthquake, featuring the violent shaking and sounds of a largescale earthquake. e simulator highlights the importance of earthquake preparedness.

Malibu CERT brought a new re safety activity to the expo with their re extinguisher training. Guests young and old enjoyed the experience of putting out a controlled propane re, as they were guided through the PASS (Pull-Aim-SqueezeSweep) procedure.

Boonson Schmidt, 14, enjoyed the expo with his family, and was one of the brave guests who took on the re extinguisher training. He said he wasn’t scared to face the re.

“It felt good,” Schmidt said, “I would say others should try this too!”

Malibu CERT Team Leader Richard Garvey said guests get an invaluable opportunity to best prepare themselves for an emergency or disaster by visiting the expo and meeting with the experts and vendors who keep their community safe.

“It’s a great way to meet the people who respond to emergencies, the vendors who have supplies and services for emergencies, and see all our capabilities that are really relevant for the people of Malibu,” Garvey said.

Creek Bridge and be guided around construction fencing to the trail system.

Equestrians will get to the trail system via the creek crossing north of the visitor parking area.

e Medea Creek bridge and the construction area were deemed too hazardous for riders during the project.

ere may be brief closures of the Medea Creek bridge (up to 20 minutes) if the contractor is moving heavy equipment or supplies.

Rocky Oaks will also remain open for recreational use. e construction project there will be in the already-closed administrative area west of the visitor parking and trailhead. One trail segment that runs through the construction

He said the expo also allows another invaluable opportunity for the agencies and teams where they can meet each other and build on their networks to keep the community prepared and safe.

“ ese are groups that didn’t usually get to meet with each other but here we got to know each other so in certain cases of disaster or an event like that we have an idea of who’s on each other’s teams, know what our capabilities and specialties are, and how we can support each other,” Garvey said.

As the expo expanded in size, it seemingly expanded in visitors and participation.

e expo hosted a ow of families enjoying the activities, collecting giveaway items, and meeting the experts who keep the city safe.

LA County Disaster Communications

Volunteer Mark Winn said the expo promotes a safer community, and as the number of visitors grows, the community will be better informed and volunteer groups are likely to get stronger.

“At events like this, if we can all educate even just three people, we grow the community to be better prepared,” Winn said. “ ose three people expand to three families, and those three families are three less families that will need to be rescued during an event. If we do this for every event going, in every city, we’ll continue to multiply, and be safer and more prepared.”

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possibilities are truly endless.”

Malibu High School Choir

graduating seniors performed their senior song “Stand By Me,” by Ben. E. King.

e Class of 2023 is the 28th graduating class at Malibu High School, which was established in 1992. e Malibu High School Study Committee was formed in 1989 with the authorization of the SMMUSD Board of Education.

Class of 2023 member Maxine Kelly shared her most memorable moments, and challenged and wished her colleagues a bright future.

“ ese 13 years of school sped by us — none of us realized how

quickly graduation would come. Summer used to feel like an eternity, now it’s a few months, and now we’ve made it to today, June 8, 2023, our graduation,” Kelly said. “We all grew up together, we have built bright and beautiful memories, laughter, nature, and love — memories that will last us a lifetime.”

Before accepting their diplomas, some students were acknowledged for the universities they would be attending this year.

“Who you are today, where you are today, is not as important to me as where you’ll be 20 years from now,” Miller said. “Class of 2023, thank you, and now go begin an incredible legacy.”

Los Angeles County Fire Department vehicles are shown at the Safety Expo on June 10. Photos by Emmanuel Luissi/TMT

A Malibu CERT member walks Boonson Schmidt, 14, through fire extinguisher training at the Safety Expo.

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Map of Paramount Ranch closures. Courtesy of NPS

Boonson Schmidt, 14, extinguishes a fire with help from the CERT team

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provided.

“I’m just so proud of my sta and I’m just so happy that it turned out so well,” Dueñas said.

e Malibu/Lost Hills Sheri ’s Sgt. Chris Soderlund provided an update on the tra c, safety and the citations the beach team has issued year to date.

“Since the beach team started, we have issued 188 citations for alcohol on the beach, 45 citations for dogs on the beach, 204 tra c citations, 1,382 parking citations, and we towed 106 vehicles so far, and we haven’t even started full-time yet,” Soderlund said.

A recent parking enforcement operation jointly conducted by the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheri ’s Station, Sheri ’s Volunteers on Patrol (VOP), a city Public Safety Commissioner, and a city staff member resulted in 91 citations issued and six vehicles towed.

Soderlund also said that on Saturday, June 10, the Lost Hills Sheri ’s Station was monitoring traffic on PCH in Malibu and observed a pair of Lamborghinis driving at an excessive rate of speed near Las Flores Canyon Road during the AIDS/Lifecycle event and impounded their vehicles for 30 days due to the danger they posed to motorists, pedestrians, and thousands of event participants.

City Manager Steve McClary provided an update on the sewage spill that occurred in Malibu Lagoon State Beach last week.

McClary said a vehicle struck into equipment that carried the sewage water and caused the sewage water to travel along Malibu Canyon Road and ultimately into the creek.

“The sewer line is owned by Pepperdine University and it conveys waste water from the university,” McClary said. “We are continuing to get more information on that and will keep you apprised on the clean up e orts on that.”

McClary also provided an update on the Trancas Canyon Bridge project and has been pressing Caltrans to improve safety and pavement and said they will be out this month to do pothole repairs and smooth the pavement.

e City Council approved the Malibu Library Set Aside Fund for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

Public Works Director Rob Deboux presented the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Wastewater Service

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Charges.

e City Council revised AB 361 and directed the Planning Commission to conduct their meetings in-person in the second meeting of July. The remaining commissions will be looked at in the future.

The City Council addressed and approved the Sea View Hotel Project.

On April 24, the council voted to take no action other than to direct sta to work with the applicant and the California Coastal Commission to make the LCPA acceptable.

“Last time we were together, we had a four-to-one vote not to go forward because the MRCA was going to be the master of how this money gets spent, not the City of Malibu,” Silverstein said.

Councilmember Steve Uhring was in favor of the project.

“I think the hotel is a good idea, it goes back to what our vision and mission statement says, we are going back and taking buildings that exist out here and we’re recycling them and making them more viable for what we have going here today and I think that’s a good idea,” Uhring said.

Councilmember Doug Stewart was also in favor and motioned to direct sta to return with an item in the next meeting that will allow them to accept the coastal commission changes to the LCPA for the Sea View Hotel.

“If something comes back in the next two weeks that we don’t like, no one is committed one way or the other to vote yes or no on it, let’s see what we get and that’s the ticket that we’re trying to buy,” Stewart said. “It’s not a yes or no on this project, it’s a ticket to see the next phase of this project and move this along so we meet the deadline.”

Motion passed 4-1.

e last item on the agenda was the Processing Fee Requests per Assembly Bill 2160. e council motioned to have a policy to come back to be reviewed by the City Manager. Motion passed.

e meeting was then adjourned in memory of Leah Isaacs and Barry Hilton. In an email to the Malibu Times, the city responded to the passing of Malibu High School student Leah Isaacs.

“On behalf of the City of Malibu sta , we o er our sincere condolences to all those impacted by the tragic loss of the Malibu High School student last week,” it read.

another Wal-Mart heiress, Paige Laurie. Kroenke is probably best known for being the owner of the Los Angeles Rams NFL team, but also owns the NBA’s Denver Nuggets, NHL’s Colorado Avalanche, Major League Soccer’s Colorado Rapids, and Arsenal Football Club in the U.K.

Per various publications like Real Deal and CoStar News, he’s been expanding his commercial holdings in the LA region since opening the indoor-outdoor SoFi Stadium in Inglewood — a 298acre mixed-use development featuring retail, commercial o ce space, a hotel, residential units, and outdoor park space — in 2020. His company paid $325 million for e Village outdoor mall in the San Fernando Valley in December and also acquired a mall and an o ce building in Woodland Hills in 2022.

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accepted by the Coastal Conservancy and are currently held by the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) and managed by the Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority (MRCA), both headed by Joe Edmiston.

Following the establishment of the easements, the properties started changing hands in the 1980s, and there’s no indication one way or the other whether the new owners knew the easements existed. Over the years, the owners added things like fencing, paving, and storage sheds on top of the trail and parking lot easements. e commission and MRCA/SMMC now refer to these additions as “unpermitted development.”

“The proposed resolution presents an opportunity not only to finally open this accessway, but also to greatly enhance it and fully construct it with expensive improvements, at no cost to the public,” Coastal Commission sta wrote in last week’s report.

In sta ’s presentation to the commission, they described the resolution with the current property owners as “amicable” and cooperative.

Edmiston made a brief public comment, saying “We’re happy to be a partner here and we appreciate the work of the Coastal Commission sta .”

While Coastal recognizes the Wildman Family Trust didn’t [commit] the “unpermitted development” violations, in order to resolve the issue, the family has agreed to pay over $3 million for the construction of the public accessway and parking lot. e Coastal Commission also recognizes that Mancuso wasn’t

e 51,000-square-foot Malibu Village, located at 3836 Cross Creek Road, includes retail and restaurants like Fred Segal, Lululemon, Sephora, European Shoe

responsible for the violations on his property, but says he will resolve the issue by paying a penalty of $600,000.

“ e trustees have agreed to construct a 10-foot wide public beach accessway from PCH, down the blu , through the arroyo and on to the mean high-tide line on the sand,” the commission sta report said. “This will involve complex engineering, stairs, and possibly an elevated boardwalk at the bottom of the arroyo. In addition, the Wildman Family Trust has agreed to move the public parking easement entirely onto their property and expand it to better accommodate the proposed plans of the MRCA.”

is saga started 45 years ago, back in 1978, when property owner Ken Chiate applied for a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) to subdivide a ve-acre blu top property that stretched from PCH to the ocean.

The Coastal Commission approved the subdivision and found there was an existing beach access trail that went down an arroyo (small canyon) to the beach, and although it was storm damaged, they required the property owner to record a public easement for it.

e Coastal Commission then required a second easement in 1981 for a small parking lot o PCH for public access to the trail.

e Chiates, instead of recording a zig-zag trail easement along the bottom of the arroyo where the trail actually was, simply drew a straight line on the map from PCH to the beach and that’s what got legally recorded — the commission was unaware of the steep terrain there.

e Chiates also adjusted the lot lines of two adjacent lots, creating a zig-zag property boundary with

Repair, Chipotle, Broad Street Oyster Co., Marmalade, and many others.The property changed hands several times over the past 16 years. Before Jamestown Prop -

the beach access trail and public parking easements; before that, the easements were all on one property. Chiate then argued to commission sta that the beach access trail would be too hard to improve.

After the Coastal Commission got the authority to start levying administrative fines against Coastal Act violators in 2014, the enforcement sta decided to renew its investigation into the Escondido Beach easements. In 2017, they sent Notice of Violation letters to Don Wildman and Frank Mancuso. In 2018, Don Wildman passed away.

e Wildman Family Trust is now expected to submit Coastal Development Permit (CDP) applications within 90 days, and prepare a Restoration Plan within

erties acquired it in 2014, KRE Capital and Dune Real Estate Partners bought it from Steve Soboro in 2007.

150 days, with the following separate plans: Removal, Remedial Grading, Temporary Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Monitoring.

Examples of the “unpermitted development” on the easements that will have to be removed include a gate, fencing, paved driveway, electrical equipment, landscaping, walls, a partial staircase, concrete mailbox, a curb, dog kennel/bird aviary, garage, part of a shed, watercraft storage, wooden posts, mature but nonnative landscaping, and the like. e project is expected to be completed by the beginning of 2025, and no public access will be allowed until then because of the steep terrain and construction equipment.

This photo shows where the path from Pacific Coast Highway to Escondido Beach will be built.

The green square is where a small parking lot is to be built. Contributed

Photo Illustration

Malibu Mayor Bruce Silverstein and Public Safety Director Susan Dueñas presented the recognition of public safety responders. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

The 51,000-square-foot Malibu Village, located at 3836 Cross Creek Road, includes retail and restaurants like Lululemon, Chipotle, Sephora, European Shoe Repair, Broad Street Oyster Co., Fred Segal, Marmalade, and many others. Contributed Photo

MALIBU

Eighty-six Manta Rays celebrated a milestone at the Middle School amphitheater: ey received their middle school certi cates. Proud parents, sta , and family celebrated the day with speeches, music, and certicates on Friday, June 9. Malibu Middle School Principal Melisa Andino welcomed the audience to the eighth-grade promotion ceremony and thanked the sta and parent volunteers for their dedicated time leading up to the event.

“I say it all the time, Malibu Middle School is a great place to be, this morning is just another example of how spoiled we are, while others may comment on the weather, the beach, the mountains, what we know is that the people is what makes this place such a great place,” Andino said.

Special awards were given to students, including the Presidential Education Award, the Emily Shane Writing Award, the Excellence in Education Award, Community Service Award, Citizenship Award, Student Leadership Award, and the Principle’s Award.

Middle School Counselor Lorene

Malibu Life

Malibu singer/songwriter Haylee

Joe is kicking o summer 2023 with two important concert dates as well as new music about to be dropped. e lifelong Malibu resident is set to perform Sunday, June 18, at the Miss California USA pageant in Garden Grove. e singing artist will then gear up for another high-pro le performance at the Orange County Fair in July.

At only 25, Haylee Joe has already racked up performances at major Southland venues. For the past two summers, she was a featured artist at the huge Americafest July 4 celebrations at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. She was set to perform with her band and backup dancers again this summer until the Independence Day event was scrapped for a soccer match.

So, this Sunday, Father’s Day, Joe will take to the stage at the Miss California USA pageant, where her performance will not only be viewed by thousands in attendance but can be live-streamed as well.

She’ll be debuting some of her new music at the statewide pageant.

“I’ve been working on a new sound for the past two years,” the pop artist said. “I have new music, and I’m planning to release it this summer.” Joe called her new recordings “a new, fresh sound. It’ll be a package of something new for everyone to listen to.” Joe described her latest music about to be released as more pop than some of her earlier material like the moodier “Norman Bates.” at dance number was a bit darker, albeit in a campy way, an upbeat revisiting of the “Psycho” killer character. “It was so di erent,” Joe commented on her single “Norman Bates,” but “people really liked it. It did really well.”

She’s also referred to her sound as “dark pop” because of the many minor chords she uses in crafting her melodies. “It may have a darker vibe, but nothing goth,” the artist clari ed. In fact, she added, “All the new songs make you want to dance.

is new group of songs I’m releasing are very fun and catchy, and they’re feel good. ey’re dark, but you want to have a good time, and they all make you want to dance, which is what I went in the studio wanting to do. I wanted to make something fun, something that was

(Bottom middle)Those in attendance at the Malibu Middle School eighth-grade promotion ceremony included (from left) Malibu Schools Pathways Executive Director Isaac Burgess, Malibu Councilmember Marianne Riggins, City Manager Steve McClary, Councilmember Paul Grisanti and Malibu High School Principal Patrick Miller. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT

Darkness on the edge of town

MALIBU SEEN

By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor

Margaret is a quirkybright Mercedes-driving, Bedouin-centric woman who comes by the Malibu Newsstand periodically (ha!) to chit chat and get a fro yo. Encyclopedic, she often mentions/ insists on Robert Altman’s “The Long Goodbye” for anyone who loves Malibu and/or film noir.

And she’s right. The intent of this column was to detail three Malibu Noir movies — “Mildred Pierce,” “Dead Reckoning” and “The Long Goodbye.” But “The Long Goodbye” is so complicated/weird/intriguing/annoying/ satisfying, here it is.

A quirky-dark slice of Southern California life from Hollywood to Malibu Colony and across the border at Tijuana deep into Mexico, “The Long Goodbye” is ’50s noir updated to the 1970s, where everyone is addicted and/or up to one of the seven (and more) deadly sins:: nicotine, booze, sex, money, violence, adultery, misogyny, lying, disappearing, murdering.

With a screenplay by Leigh

Brackett (1915-1978), directed by Robert Altman (1925-2006), Elliot Gould joins a long rogue’s gallery of Philip Marlowes that includes Humphrey Bogart, Robert Mitchum, Powers Boothe, James Garner, and James Caan — and the rest. About Gould’s riff, Roger Ebert said: “When he awakens at the beginning of the movie, he’s a 1953 character in a 1973 world. He wears a dark suit, white shirt and narrow tie in a world of flower power and nude yoga. He chain-smokes; no one else smokes. He is a knight errant, and like Don Quixote imperfectly understands the world he inhabits.”

Yep. Marlowe rolls a 1948 Lincoln Continental and gives baseball player/writer/actor Jim Bouton — as Terry Lennox — a no-questions-asked midnight ride from Malibu Colony to the Mexican border, where Lennox disappears with little explanation. But Lennox’s wife turns up dead, and that gets Marlowe busted and shaken down by detectives who have no patience for his smart-guy act. For three days, Marlowe’s bunkmate is a cameo by a rambling David Carradine. Marlowe is released to learn Lennox has committed suicide. Case

closed? Not even.

Checking his messages in a dusky bar similar to Marcellus Wallace’s place in Pulp Fiction, Marlowe gets all twisted up with Sterling Hayden’s fading/drunk/ bellicose writer Roger Wade, who has disappeared from a Colony beach house, leaving his frustrated, loyal (?) wife Eileen, played by Nina Van Pallandt, to call Marlowe for help — at $50 a day [$339 today] plus expenses.

Marlowe makes it home to be greeted by half-naked yoga girls, a missing cat, and rough treatment from Mark Rydell’s Polanski-in-Chinatownish gangster Marty Augustine, who is sure Marlowe has the $355,000 [$2,402,670.03 in 2023] Terry Lennox owes him.

What’s in the case? Where’s the case? Sound familiar?

Arnold Schwarzenegger is hired muscle — all chest, no lines. Latigo’s Henry Gibson is a sketchy mental health grifter. Marlowe’s picky orange one-take tabby is Morris of the 9 Lives cat food commercials.

“The Long Goodbye” comes and goes through the Malibu Colony gates, watched over by a cautious, comic gate guard — and a pay telephone booth. The

Burt’s Eye View: Advice from Dad

PERSPECTIVE

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

Dad has been dead for over 20 years now. It’s still hard to grasp. He was such a force. In so many ways, we were alike. We both had broad shoulders and dark brown eyes and were of similar height and weight. Occasionally he would joke that I was adopted, and we would all laugh because it was so obvious that he had cloned me.

Our personalities were also similar. We loved to laugh, felt passionately about the underdog, cared about friends and family, considered philanthropy a moral imperative, and we were loyal and reliable.

Like me, Dave Ross loved to give advice, more often than not unsolicited. I remember when I turned 40, and Dad asked me if I knew about AARP. When I told him that I did not, his advice was straight forward, “Burt, when you turn 50, you need to join AARP.” He then listed the bene ts of membership. “Dad,” I complained, “I just turned 40. Remind me in 10 years.”

Every year for the next 10 years, Dad would remind me about the need to join AARP. If AARP had a brain, they would have hired my Dad to head their public relations department. Understand that my Dad was not suggesting I join AARP — he was demanding it

My Dad was persistent, and it got to the point that after years of being reminded to join AARP, I nally told my father, “Pop, I know that AARP is worth joining, and I only wish I were 50 now and not merely 44 so I could become a member. I would gladly give up those six years of my life.”

Dad did not nd that one bit amusing. “Son, all I am trying to do is to help you.”

Finally, I reached 50, and no sooner than I blew out the birthday candles, I signed up with AARP. I did not wait for my Dad to call, but I called him, and he was thoroughly delighted. By the way, I am still a member and have enjoyed its bene ts.

Happy Father’s Day!

COMMUNITY SPTLIGHT

crew seemed to have free access into the Colony, but insiders say the Malibu Movie Colony has been kaput to filming going way back. Online sources claim Roger Wade’s beach house was Altman’s own home. Twitter shows Altman’s house two doors east from the Lautner half-dome, but the street address appears to be at 23844 Malibu Road - outside the gates.

The beach and party scenes don’t seem to be anywhere along

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more up-tempo than my previous songs. I would blast it on the radio if I was driving with my friends down PCH. ey sound like a good time with catchy hooks, and I’m really proud of them.”

Every song Joe releases has a visual component to go along. She’s a content creator on Instagram, Vevo, and TikTok with a growing following. “ e visuals will all be brought to stage, which is fun.” Joe and her backup performers dance to all her songs. “I grew up dancing, so it’s a nice full circle; singing, songwriting, and dancing all at once,” she said.

On July 21, Joe takes the main stage at the Orange County Fair. “It’s an exciting opportunity to play their main stage. I’ll

the Colony or Malibu Road, based on what’s in the background. Might have to watch “The Long Goodbye” and decide for yourself where those Malibu locations are — and whether the movie is worth seeing and suggesting.

A knight errant who mumbles like Popeye, Elliot Gould’s Marlowe goes above and beyond his $50-a-day plus expenses and gets jailed, slapped around, threatened, used and abused — but in

have a whole band and a group of dancers.”

She’s set to play a 45-minute set that will feature new music as well as songs released on her 2020 debut EPs.

“It’s an opportunity to give everyone a well-rounded idea of who I am as an artist. It’ll be a wide range of avors and times in my life. I’m excited.” Joe has two EPs and a few singles released featuring songs she wrote herself. e artist has as many as seven new recordings about to be dropped this summer. “A lot of new music is coming.” at’s exciting news for her 200,000-plus followers on Instagram and social media. “It’s a good place for people to get to know me better and see my personality. It’s a good place to connect.”

Joe is a content creator who delves into makeup,

the end he makes things right. The movie has an abrupt, surprise, and satisfying ending that departs from the novel, right up there with the finales of “Cinema Paradiso,” “L.A. Confidential,” “RoboCop,” and “Apocalypto.” Margaret was right. If you see her, flow her a fro yo.

Thanks to Tim Weil for input, insight and direction to Ebert’s review. For further reading Google “cinephiliaandbeyond.com Altman Long Goodbye”

fashion, and pop culture on her platforms. e music of Haylee Joe is available on all

streaming platforms. You can nd her @HayleeJoe on TikTok, Vevo, and Instagram.

HAYLEE JOE

‘The Long Goodbye’ is a classic example of Malibu noir

Filming is shown in progress for “The Long Goodbye.” Robert Altman is shown in the foreground wearing a straw hat, with Elliott Gould (in black suit), Henry Gibson (in front of Gould), and Sterling Hayden (in white shirt and beard) at the table. (Right photo) Shown here is the movie poster for “The Long Goodbye” — starring Elliott Gould and directed by Robert Altman — showing the characters as drawn by noted Mad Magazine artist Jack Davis. Contributed Photos Haylee Joe, the talented singer/songwriter from Malibu, is all set to kick o Summer 2023 with new music. Contributed photo

Congratulations Malibu High Class of 2023

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Whitehouse presented the awards.

“ e Excellence in Education Award is awarded to students who have shown exceptional dedication to their academic studies; this dedication has led to great growth in academic, extracurricular and in personal growth,” Whitehouse said.

Andino presented the Principles Award to Natalie Lapajne and Kayla Walser.

“Here at Malibu Middle School we feel like grades are important, but so is character, these students listen with an open mind, they value others’ perspectives, they work well with their peers, they are humbled and they lead by example in all that they do,” Andino said. “Not only are they both extremely kind, they are both willing to help their fellow students.”

ose in attendance included Malibu Schools Pathways Executive Director Isaac Burgess, Malibu City Councilmember Marianne

Riggins, City Manager Steve McClary, City Councilmember Paul Grisanti, and Malibu High School Principal Patrick Miller. e eighth-grade orchestra performed “El Toro” by Don Brubaker.

e eight-grade band and choir/ theatre performed “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers.

Andino has been a part of Malibu Middle School for 16 years and shared memories and why she loves being a part of the Malibu community.

“I love it because of the community and the people, it’s all of you that show up every day, you are the reason why I show up to work every day for our little Malibu Middle School family,” Andino said. “Students behind me, you may not remember the curriculum or speci c lesson, but I hope you have fond memories of the adults who care about you and who show up every day to be a part of your story.”

“Manta Rays, you did it! Congratulations to all our outstanding students,” Andino said.

(Bottom left) Malibu Middle School student sing during the school’s promotion ceremony. (Bottom right) Malibu orchestra students perform at the ceremony. Photos by Samatha Bravo/TMT

Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT

2023087549

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. LA PALMA APARTMENTS

6556 DUME DR, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. RICHARD SEINFELD

6556 DUME DR, MALIBU, CA 90265

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/2023.

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

Signed, RICHARD SEINFELD, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 4/20/2023.

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

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2023087532

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. ARLINGTON APARMENTS

6556 DUME DR, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. RICHARD SEINFELD

6556 DUME DR, MALIBU, CA 90265

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/2023.

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

Signed, RICHARD SEINFELD, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 4/20/2023.

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

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CA This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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

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

Signed, BHMA, LLC, KEVIN JOSEPH COHEN, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/24/2023.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00280

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: KRISTIANA MARIE KONKOL-MROCZKOWSKI

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner KRISTIANA MARIE KONKOL-MROCZKOWSKI

a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: KRISTIANA MARIE KONKOL-MROCZKOWSKI Proposed Name: KRISTIANA PAULINA

KONKOL-MROCZKOWSKI

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: JULY 07, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K, Room: 203

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: 05/22/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 06/01, 06/08, 06/15, 06/22/2023 The Malibu Times

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-22-944528-CL

2023114778

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. BEVERLY HILLS MOTORING ACCESSORIES

6829 LANKERSHIM BLVD SUITE 216, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

2. BEVERLY HILLS MOTORING

256 S. ROBERTSON BLVD, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

3. BH MOTORING

6829 LANKERSHIM BLVD SUITE 216, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

4. BH COLLECTION

6829 LANKERSHIM BLVD SUITE 216, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): 202000210526

Registered Owner(s):

1. BHMA, LLC

6829 LANKERSHIM BLVD SUITE 216, NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

Order No.: FIN-22009862 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/4/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Albert I. Stern and, Patricia A. Stern, husband and wife as community property Recorded: 8/10/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1780617 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 7/6/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $4,894,414.98 The purported property address is: 30333 MORNING VIEW DR, MALIBU, CA 90265 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 4469-016-002 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. That portion of Parcel 14 in Block 5, in the City of Malibu, County of Los Angeles, State of California as shown on the Record Survey Map filed in Book 56, Pag-

es 14 to 17 of records of survey in the Office of the County Recorder of said County, described as follows:Beginning at a point in the Northwesterly line of said Parcel 14, distant thereon North 39°09’26” East 300 feet from the most Westerly corner of said Parcel 14; thence South 50°50’34” East parallel with the tangent portion of the Southwesterly line of said lot and its Southeasterly prolongation to a line parallel with and 26 feet Northwesterly, measured at right angles from that certain Southeasterly line of said Parcel 14, having a bearing of South 32°38’43” West and length of 1052.91 feet; thence South 32°38’43” West along said parallel line to the Southwesterly line of said Parcel 14; thence Southeasterly along the Southwesterly line of said parcel to the most Southerly corner of said Parcel; thence following the boundary line of said parcel North 15°41’49” East 25 feet, North 32°38’43” East 1052.91 feet, North 63°18’58” West 376.95 feet, South 13°50’28” West 333.32 feet and South 39°09’26” West 397.75 feet to the point of beginning. Excepting therefrom all minerals, oil, petroleum, asphaltum, gas, coal, and other hydrocarbon substances in, on, within, and under said lands and every part thereof, but without right of entry, as reserved by Marblehead Land Company, in deed recorded December 11, 1945 in Book 22169, Page 14, as Instrument No. 132, of Official Records. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-944528-CL Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-944528-CL to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an eligible tenant buyer or eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date:

SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-22-944528-CL

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MALIBU 137

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CAPCV-23019510 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/30/1996. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CA-PCV-23019510. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

On June 28, 2023, at 11:00:00 AM, BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by SHAHRIAR AZARI, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustors, recorded on 4/26/2010, as Instrument No. 20100559936, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Property is being sold “as is - where is”. TAX PARCEL NO. 2064-003-080 A condominium comprised of: Parcel No. 1: Unit no. 10-5, consisting of certain airspace and surface elements, shown and described in a condominium plan, recorded on July 1, 1986 as Instrument no. 86-862933, in the office of the county recorder of said county, as such condominium plan may be amended from time to time. Parcel No.

2: An undivided One-Eight-Fourth (1/84th) fee simple interest as tenant in common to all of the real property, including without limitation, the common areas defined in the declaration (referred to below), in Lot 1, of Tract 35854, in the city of Calabasas, County of Los Angeles, State of California county recorder of Los Angeles county in Book 1063 at Pages 84 through 86 inclusive. Except therefrom, all units as shown on the above referenced Condominium plan as it may be amended from time to time. Also Except therefrom, all minerals, oil, gas, Petroleum, other hydrocarbons substances and all underground water in or under or which may be produced from land which underlies a plane Paralie to and 550 feet below the present surface of said land for the purpose of prospecting for, the exploration, development, production, extraction and taking of said minerals, oil, gas, petroleum, other hydrocarbon substances, and water from surface locations and adjoining or neighboring land or lying outside of the above-described land, it being understood that the owner of such minerals, oil, gas, petroleum, other hydrocarbon substances and water, as set forth above, shall only have such rights to enter upon the surface of the above-described land, or to use any of the said land or any portion thereof above said plane parallel to and 550 feet below the present surface of said land as are contained in the map, easements, deed and other instrument of record Parcel No. 3: Exclusive easements appurtenant to parcels no. 1 and no. 2 described above for use for patio and balcony purposes, defined and described as exclusive use areas in the declaration and as shown and assign in the plan. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 4261 LAS VIRGENES RD. #5, CALABASAS, CA 91302. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $647,775.12.NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or

may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an eligible tenant buyer, you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an eligible bidder, you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 877-237-7878, or visit www. peakforeclosure.com using file number assigned to this case: CA-PCV-23019510 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an eligible tenant buyer or eligible bidder, you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PERSPECTIVE

OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any perspective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. by 5:00 PM on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com

Dated: 5/30/2023 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE By Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale Officer

A-4786797 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023

MALIBU 138

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, June 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

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

COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE FEES WITHIN THE MALIBU GARBAGE DISTRICT

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.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Environmental Sustainability Director Bundy at (310) 456-2489, ext. 229. 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.

Yolanda Bundy, Environmental Sustainability Director

Publish Date: June 15, 2023 and June 22, 2023

MALIBU 140

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 23-20055-SP-

CA Title No. 230037646-CA-VOI A.P.N. 2052-033-050

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/17/2019. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT

A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal

savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an as is condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Shahnaz Arami, an unmarried woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 01/18/2019 as Instrument No. 20190055213 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 07/17/2023 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: 1,792,155.74 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5711 Lyon Ct, Calabasas, CA 91302 A.P.N.: 2052-033-050 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714730-2727 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp. com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 23-20055-SP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT : You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a representative of all eligible tenant buyers you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an eligible bidder, you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 23-20055-SP-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a representative of all eligible tenant buyers or eligible bidder, you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 06/06/2023 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Deandre Garland, Trustee

time they will be publicly opened and read by the City Clerk (or designated representative).

SCOPE OF WORK

This project includes the repair work on the upper and lower slopes damaged during the Woolsey fire at Trancas Canyon Park. The improvements include the replacement of the irrigation system on the upper slope. The lower slope repairs include, but are not limited to, clearing and grubbing, concrete bench drain construction, installation of jute netting and wire mesh with anchors, hydroseeding and all other appurtenant work included and as shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.

The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class A State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for Trancas Canyon Park Upper and Lower Slopes Repair Project, Specification No. 2092 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department.

An electronic copy of plans and specifications may be obtained by prospective bidders from the Public Works Department through mpublicworks@malibucity.org.

All prospective bidders shall abide by the provisions of the Bid Terms and Conditions listed in the project’s specifications.

The City reserves the right to retain all bids for a period of 90 days after the bid opening date for examination and comparison and to delete any portion of the work from the Contract. The City reserves the right to determine and waive non-substantial irregularities in any bid, and to reject any or all bids. The bid shall be balanced so that each bid item is priced to carry its share of the cost of the work and also its share of the contractor’s overhead and profit. The City reserves the right to delete any bid item to the extent that the bid is qualified by specific limitation. An unbalanced bid shall be considered as grounds for rejecting the entire bid. The City shall award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder as the interest of the City may require.

In accordance with the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has established the general prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification and type of work needed to execute contracts for public works and improvements. The per diem wages published at the date the contract is advertised for bids shall be applicable. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations, are referenced but not printed in said publication. The new wage rates shall become effective on the day following the expiration date and apply to this contract in the same manner as if they had been included or referenced in this contract. The website for California Department of Industrial Relations Prevailing Wage Unit is currently located at www. dir.ca.gov, prevailing wages are located on the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/pwd/index.htm.

The wage rate for any classification not listed by the California Department of Industrial Relations, but which may be required to execute the proposed contract, shall be in accord with specified rates for similar or comparable classifications or for those performing similar or comparable duties, within the agency’s determinations.

At the time of submitting the bid the Bidder shall be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations in accordance with the provisions of Section 1771.1 of the California Labor Code, as amended by Senate Bill 854. No public work contract may be awarded to a non-registered contractor or subcontractor.

Without exception, the bidder is required to state the name and address of each subcontractor who will perform work or labor or render service to the prime contractor and the portion of the work which each will do in their bid as required by Section 23, “Subcontracts”, of the Standard Specifications and in conformance with Public Contract Code, Sections 4100 to 4113, inclusive.

The City will not consider awarding any contract based upon any bid submitted by any contractor nor consent to subletting any portions of the Contract to any subcontractor located in a foreign country during any period in which such foreign country is listed by the United States Trade Representative as discriminating against U.S. firms in conducting procurements for public works projects.

All bidders are hereby notified that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, Business Enterprises must be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin consideration for an award.

The Contractor may substitute securities for retention monies pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300.

Date this 5th day of June 2023

CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA

Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director/City Engineer

Published: Malibu Times on June 15 and June 22, 2023 MALIBU 142

Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www. floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE Status/bfe main.asp, or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

MALIBU 143

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00300

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: WILLIAM JOSEPH SIEMENS IV

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner WILLIAM JOSEPH SIEMENS IV a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: WILLIAM JOSEPH SIEMENS IV Proposed

Name: WILLIAM JOSEPH IVY

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: JULY 28, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K, Room: 203

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: 06/02/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 06/15, 06/22, 06/29, 07/06/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 144

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00301

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: OWEN FAYE SCHMIT TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner OWEN FAYE SCHMIT a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: OWEN FAYE SCHMIT Proposed Name: OWEN FAYE SCHMIT-IVY

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: JULY 28, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K, Room: 203

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: 06/02/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 06/15, 06/22, 06/29, 07/06/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 145

2023117354

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. DARIA PUBLISHING

1836 NORTH GRAMERCY PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90028, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. DARIA PAVLISHYNA

1836 NORTH GRAMERCY PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90028

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL

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

p.m. on Thursday July 27, 2023, at which

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, DARIA PAVLISHYNA, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/26/2023.

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

Publish in The Malibu Times: 06/15, 06/22, 06/29, 07/06/2023

MALIBU 146

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

AS:

1. MANY WATERS

20425 ROCA CHICA DR., MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

2. MANY WATERS PROJECT

20425 ROCA CHICA DR., MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. MAJESTIC GLORY

20425 ROCA CHICA DR., MALIBU, CA 90265

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: 02/2023.

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

Signed, MAJESTIC GLORY, ROBERT WOLFF, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 5/19/2023.

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

Publish in The Malibu Times: 06/15, 06/22, 06/29, 07/06/2023

MALIBU 147

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. QUEST NATIONAL SECURITY 29395 AGOURA RD SUITE 105, AGOURA HILLS, CA

HEARING

NOTICE

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, July 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

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

LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 16-006 – An amendment to the Local Coastal Program to consider an ordinance to accept the California Coastal Commission approved LCPA as modified on February 8, 2023 (LCPA No. LCP-4-MAL-21-0073-2); amending the Land Use Plan and Local Implementation Plan of the Local Coastal Program to change the land use and zoning designation of two parcels from Community Commercial to Commercial Visitor Serving-Two, add a new overlay district with special development standards for the development of a new hotel; and approve a Development Agreement to allow an increase in allowable floor area ratio from 0.15 to 0.52 for public benefits.

Locations/APNs: 22729 and 22741 Pacific Coast Highway / 4452-022-010 and 4452-022-017

Current Zoning: Community Commercial

Proposed Zoning: Commercial Visitor Serving-Two

Applicant: Blue Onyx Design & Engineering, Inc.

Owner: Grey Granite LLC; Las Tunas Beach, LLC and Sea View Terrace, LLC

Application Filed: November 22, 2016

Case Planner: Adrian Fernandez, Assistant Planning Director, afernandez@malibucity.org (310) 4562489, ext. 482

In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Section 21080.9, CEQA does not apply to activities and approvals by the City as necessary for the preparation and adoption of a Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA). This application is for an amendment to the LCP, which must be certified by the California Coastal Commission before it takes effect. The CEQA responsibilities are assigned to the Coastal Commission; however, the Commission’s LCP review and approval program has been found by the Resources Agency to be functionally equivalent to the EIR process. Thus, under CEQA Section 21080.5, the Commission was not obligated to prepare an EIR for each LCP action.

Nevertheless, the Commission was required, in approving the LCP submittal, to find that the approval of the proposed LCP, as amended, did conform with CEQA provisions, including the requirement in CEQA section 21080.5(d)(2)(A) that the amended LCP would not be approved or adopted as proposed if there were feasible alternatives or feasible mitigation measures available which would substantially lessen any significant adverse impact which the activity may have on the environment.

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

91301, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

2. QUEST GUARDS 6320 TOPANGA CANYON BLVD STE 1630-116, WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91367, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): 3470818

Registered Owner(s):

1. QUEST NATIONAL HOLDINGS 29395 AGOURA RD SUITE 105, AGOURA HILLS, CA 91301

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, QUEST NATIONAL HOLDINGS, VICTORIA RAIKEL, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 6/7/2023.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Publish in The Malibu Times: 06/15, 06/22, 06/29, 07/06/2023

MALIBU 148

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00268

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: EKATERINA VYATKINA, ILYA VYATKINA

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner EKATERINA VYATKINA a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: EKATERINA VYATKINA Proposed Name: EKAYERINA WATKINS

Present Name: ILYA VYATKINA Proposed Name: ILYA WATKINS

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: JULY 14, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

Date: 05/17/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 05/25, 06/01, 06/08, 06/15/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 130

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, July 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the item listed below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, and via teleconference.

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

LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 18-002 AND ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 18-004 –

An amendment to the Local Coastal Program and Title 17 (Zoning) of the Malibu Municipal Code modifying regulations pertaining to accessory dwelling units, also known as second dwelling units, to bring existing regulations into compliance with State law (Location: Citywide)

On March 14, 2023, the Planning Commission held a special meeting and adopted Resolution No. 23-12, providing recommendations for City Council consideration, to bring existing regulations pertaining to accessory dwelling units into compliance with State law.

In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Section 21080.9, CEQA does not apply to activities and approvals by the City as necessary for the preparation and adoption of a Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA). This application is for an amendment to the LCP, which must be certified by the California Coastal Commission before it takes effect. The project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 21080.17, which states that CEQA does not apply to the adoption of local ordinances regulating the construction of second units and by CEQA Section 15282(h) that exempts adoption of an ordinance regarding second units in single-family and multifamily residential zones.

Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Moreover, in the event that the code amendment and LCPA are interpreted so as to permit construction of an ADU on a particular site, the construction would be exempt from CEQA review in accordance with either State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (existing facilities), State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (new construction or conversion of small structures), and/or State CEQA Guidelines Section 15304 (minor alterations to land).

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

Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person 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.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Senior Planner Eaton at (310) 456-2489, ext. 273.

Richard

Mollica,

Planning Director Publish Date: June 15, 2023

Jace Lapinsky

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“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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Malibu High volleyballer Jimenez named rst team All-Citrus Coast League

Head coach says junior setter’s play stood out on the court

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Malibu High Sharks boys volleyball player Axel Jimenez didn’t make much of an impact on the court during his freshman and sophomore seasons on the team. e amount of playing time he received was scant. However, this month he was recognized the team MVP at the Sharks’ banquet and was also named to the All-Citrus Coast League’s rst team along with eight other players from schools such as Nordo , Fillmore, Channel Islands, and Carpinteria.

Jimenez, whose junior season ended last month is proud of the honors, but feels there is more to accomplish.

“I’m not satis ed,” he said. “It’s a rst step to where I really want to be in the future. As a freshmen, the titles were something of an end goal for me and looking at the players on my team that have earned them in the past — they were all so amazing that it felt like it would be a while before I could earn them.”

Sharks head coach Derek Saenz said Jimenez, the team’s setter for the rst time, deserved the all-league and team MVP

nods. e coach called Jimenez Malibu’s best pure setter in recent seasons.

“When you are a setter, you have to look at all the players on the court,” Saenz said.

“You are looking at your guys. Who’s hot? Who’s going to hit? en, you are looking at the defense. You have to have to look at both sides of the court. You are managing 12 people. He embraced the role of being a setter.”

Sharks Keegan Cross, who won Malibu’s most improved award, and Taj Menteer were named to the league’s second team and Caleb Newman, the squad’s lone senior, was honorable mention all-league.

e volleyball players were not the only Malibu athletes to receive Citrus Coast League honors.

Baseball player Travis Kies was named to the rst team in his sport, while softball player Autumn Taylor was named to the second team in hers.

In boys golf, Morgan McDonough and Sam St. John were named to the rst team.

Julian Hayman was named to the rst team in boys tennis, and Connor McPherson was placed on the second team. Solel Marques, Grant Pernice, and Joshua Brant earned honorable mention statuses.

Lloyd Bema was rst team in boys track and eld by winning a league title in a speci c event. He was also second team with his brother Harold Bema.

In girls track and eld, Hannah Kaloper, Tallula Murphree, Lucella Costa, Joy Kim, and Samantha Skuro were named

to the second team. Costa, Kaloper, Kim, and Skuro were also received honorable mention.

Boys swimmers Jake Sichta and Eros Brunel earned rst team honors by winning league titles in speci c events. Brunel, omas Drummond, Nico Marazzi, and Filip Kurial were named to the second team.

Girls swimmer Vanessa Clarke was named to the rst team and Charlie Flores was named to the second team. Clarke, Flores, Izzy Morris, Ally Burke, Ceylon Zappa, Frankie Little, Stevie Sturges, and Nina Sichta nabbed honorable mention. Back on the volleyball court, Jimenez was stuck behind more talented Sharks during his rst two years of high school. He received no playing time his freshman season. e next year, positioned as a libero, he played a bit.

Saenz said Jimenez was a late bloomer in volleyball, but someone that really studied the game by watching video.

“We didn’t have a junior varsity team, so he never had a chance to get reps and play,” Saenz recalled. “He was always into it, though. When I’d talk about anything with college volleyball or the national team, he knew what I was talking about.”

Last fall, at the outset of the club volleyball season. Saenz noticed how Jimenez had gotten better and decided to position him at setter. He said Jimenez’s play stood out on the court.

“He improved in the club season,” Saenz

said. “We came into the high school season and he did great.”

Jimenez was comfortable in the role for two reasons.

“It was because of my own con dence improved and the certainty that the ball was coming to me,” he said.

Jimenez helped lead the Sharks to a playo berth for the third straight season.

Jimenez, Saenz said, positions the ball well for his teammates on the court and is

a hard-working, positive in uence.

“I’m pretty excited for next year,” he said. “Axel is going to play club volleyball, so he is getting reps.”

Next season, Jimenez wants to continue to be recognized for his play.

“I want to get my team to a level where everyone is eligible for the same awards I got this year and go with my team to a higher level that MHS has never seen before,” he said.

Pepperdine Waves golfer heading to U.S. Women’s Open next month

Nationally ranked Jeneath Wong helped Pepperdine reach the NCAA Championships quarter nals

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Pepperdine Waves women’s golfer Jeneath Wong will tee o in the 78th U.S. Women’s Open at iconic Pebble Beach Golf Links next month.

Wong quali ed for the July 6-9 women’s golf tournament by nishing in second place at U.S. Women’s Open Qualifying at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Course on June 5.

Qualifying for the golf spectacle, Wong said, is amazing.

“It is one of my biggest tournaments to play in,” she said. “ is a good surprise for me.” She golfed even-par 74-70-144 in the qualifying event.

Wong didn’t get o to a great start — she was four over par after three holes — but hitting a few birdies heated her clubs up and she nished the rst 18 holes at two over. She shot two under the next round.

“I had a pretty strong nish,” Wong noted. “I wasn’t expecting to push myself to make it, but I did.”

Amari Avery nished the qualifying event in rst place. e rest of the eld, 62 other golfers, including Wong’s teammates Lauren Gomez and Lion Higo, did not qualify. Qualifying for the U.S. Women’s Open puts an impressive cap on Wong’s freshman season with the Waves. e Melbourne, Australia, native joined Pepperdine in January and nished the season last month as a Women’s Golf Coaches Association All-American.

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Wong helped Pepperdine reach the NCAA Championships quarter nals and nish the season ranked 12th nationally by Golfstat and 16th by Golfweek.

Wong was named to the All-West Coast Conference rst team. She had a 72.72 scoring average, a Waves’ freshman record. Wong had four top-10 tournament nishes and six top-20 nishes.

Wong said Pepperdine’s rst tournament of 2023, the erese Hession Regional Challenge in February, was a challenge for her, but she played better in all

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the contests that followed.

“I had a pretty good nish,” she said.

Wong said playing in the March 29-April 1 Augusta National Women’s Amateur was a big deal for her also.

“It was amazing and memorable,” she stated.

e 18-year-old began gol ng at age 3 with her father, Kenneth Wong. She was also a swimmer and tennis player, but left those sports behind before her teenage years in order to focus on golf.

Wong won the Women’s Australian Mas-

ter of the Amateurs, Portsea and Port Phillip Open Amateurs and Sukan (Sukma) Malaysia in 2022. She nished third in the Southeast Asian Games and 18th in the Women’s Amateur Asia Paci c last year.

Additionally, Wong won the Australian Girls Amateur and Victorian Junior Master, Joan Fisher Plate, and Victoria Champion of Champions events in the last several years. She has a few Metropolitan Women’s Club Championships also.

Wong and Higo teed o in ve-day British Women’s Amateur on June 13.

Wong expects to compete in the U.S. Girls Junior Amateur Championship, U.S. Women’s Amateur Golf Championship, and the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship this summer.

As a Wave, Wong wants to win college tournaments.

“I’m really focused and determined,” she said. “I want to have fun and do my best.”

Wong is excited to play in the U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach.

“Just seeing the amazing views,” she noted. “Most golfers dream of playing at Pebble Beach.”

Pepperdine women’s golfer Jeneath Wong is shown competing in the NCAA Championships in Scottsdale, Arizona, last month. Wong has qualified for the U.S. Women’s Open, which starts July 6 at Pebble Beach. Photo Courtesy of Jeneath Wong

Malibu boys volleyball coach Derek Saenz is shown with his team MVP for 2023, setter Axel Jimenez.

Photo Courtesy of Derek Saenz