The Malibu Times • March 21, 2024

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Like many Malibu and American families, Jason and Liz Riddick have undertaken the responsibility of ensuring that Liz’s elderly and ailing mother’s needs are met and they decided that the mother, Renee Sperling, should live with them. Liz serves as Sperling’s primary caretaker.

With three kids, three adults, and pets, the Riddicks’ West Malibu neighborhood home is cramped, which is not only uncomfortable, but also concerning because such close conditions are not recommended for Sperling, who is immunocompromised, according to Sperling’s physicians.

Malibu Inn project delayed by appeal to City Council

Malibu Township Council’s appeal sets forth 20 bases for overturning Planning Commission’s approval

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu

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On Feb. 26, members of Streets are for Everyone and Fix P.C.H. and other officials gathered on the corner of PCH and Webb Way for a moment of silence as they added another Ghost Tire, bringing the number to 59. Last month, the latest Ghost Tire was placed in honor of 32-year-old Jose Alfonso De Lira Piedra, who was killed in December last year.

On Dec. 24, at 6 p.m., Los Angeles County Fire Department and deputies from Lost Hills Station responded to a vehicle versus motorcycle traffic collision on 33400 Pacific Coast Highway. The male motorcyclist, was identified as De Lira Piedra, of Burbank. According to authorities,

For locals, by locals: Surf Canyon

a black vehicle was backing out of a driveway on the south side of PCH when it crashed into Piedra. He died at the scene of the crash.

The City of Malibu released a statement on the incident on social media.

“The city’s thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic event. The city is committed to working with Caltrans in its efforts to improve safety conditions on PCH while simultaneously exploring ways that the city can address PCH safety concerns within its jurisdictional ability.”

After the tragic incident that took the lives of four Pepperdine students — Deslyn Williams, Niamh Rolston, Asha Weir, and Peyton Stewart — in October 2023, family, friends, and community members have been advocating to make PCH safer for all motorists and pedestrians.

The Ghost Tire memorial was

A group of building and architectural professionals, members of homeowners associations, and citizens who own condominium complexes or other multi-residential dwellings in the City of Malibu met with representatives of the city on March 12 to learn how to comply with a new, state-mandated requirement entitled Exterior Elevated Elements (E3) Program, which mandates that, by Jan. 1, 2025, E3s in multi-family buildings with three or more dwelling units must be inspected by a California-licensed architect, or a California-licensed civil or structural engineer. Affected properties include condominiums, apartments, hotels, motels, vacation timeshare properties, dormitories, fraternities and sororities, and social rehabilitation centers.

above a new subterranean parking garage across from the Pier.

The project also includes a surface parking lot, a rooftop deck with swimming pool, spa and bar area, grading, retaining walls, landscaping, a new onsite wastewater treatment system and authorization for the planning director to submit a letter of public convenience or necessity for the sale of alcohol. The project will be located at 22959 Pacific Coast Highway. Burdge and Associates Architects, Inc. / Surfrider Plaza, LLC represents applicant Alexander Hakim, who originally filed a permit request on June 11, 2018.

The Planning Commission approved the motel project on May 31, 2023. The MTC appealed to the City Council on July 27, 2023, raising 20 substantive challenges to

“This is more what I thought Malibu would be like, with businesses based on talent and passion more than franchises and corporations.” Malibuite Darlene Dubray said as she walked through Surf Canyon, a parcel of land with Anawalt as the anchor tenant located right before one enters Serra Retreat across from the Park at Cross Creek.

The property has undergone an inspiring and exciting renaissance.

“We’ve had the property in our family since 1892 — my great, great grandfather was Frederick H. Rindge — and we are zoned

for commercial uses,” owner Greg London said. “The city supports what we are doing and now we are working on obtaining proper permits for some events we want to host for the community.”

Longtime Malibu resident Don Maclay, who currently serves on the Public Works Commission, was a member of a team of dedicated residents who helped to found the City of Malibu. Maclay has great institutional knowledge concerning the status of commercial properties that date back to before cityhood in 1991 such as Surf Canyon.

“The very first thing the new city did was to form a bunch of advisory committees,” Maclay said. “Walt Keller, Malibu’s first mayor, appointed me and a lot of attorneys to a committee that considered matters concerning parcels with existing uses during the early cityhood era. The committee was called the Gen-

eral Plan Task Force.”

Maclay provided The Malibu Times with a legal opinion authored

by former City of Malibu Attorney Christi Hogan explaining that the

(From left) Malibu/Lost Hills Sgt. Chris Soderlund, California Highway Patrol Lt. Matthew Zane, Michel Shane, Sheriff’s Capt. Jennifer Seetoo and Streets are for Everyone founder Damian Kevitt stand in front of the Ghost Tire Memorial on the corner of PCH and Webb Way. Photos by Fireball Tim Lawrence.

Sheriff’s Capt. Jennifer Seetoo (left) and Michel Shane install the newest Ghost Tire, on

and Webb Way, for Jose Alfonso

makes

Photo by Amy Smyth

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Urgent call to action: Making Pacific Coast Highway safe for all Dear Editor, The heartbreak continues to unfold along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) where yet another life has been tragically lost. In the past 14 years, from April 2010 to March 2024, we have mourned the deaths of 60 souls — fathers, mothers, children, friends — each leaving behind families shattered by grief and a community grappling with a preventable tragedy.

Petition: https://chng.it/H655sbMxHs Michel Shane, Malibu Why can some property owners violate ALL the rules with no consequence?

Dear Editor, Malibu is pretty good about strictly enforcing code violations … so why is it a “normal” property owner can’t even build a small 10x10 deck without jumping through hoops of fire, yet the folks

AFrom the publisher HAYLEY MATTSON

“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.”

— Margaret J. Wheatley

s spring emerges, bringing with it warmer days and the return of beachgoers to our shores, the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) once again becomes a popular route for tourists and visitors seeking carefree drives with all the windows down. However, amid the arrival of this season, a sobering reminder emerges: the critical importance of maintaining vigilant safety measures to avert tragic accidents on our stretch of highway. Once again, a moment of reflection took place on Feb. 26 as the community convened at the intersection of PCH and Webb Way, adding another addition to the “Ghost Tire”

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feb 16 - feb 18

 2/16 | Shoplifting

An estimated $564 worth of makeup was stolen from Sephora on Cross Creek Road. The suspect was identified as a black adult female wearing a black medical uniform with a black purse. The suspect was seen walking around the store, placing items into her purse, and walking out of the store without paying. The security footage was submitted for evidence.

 2/17 | Vehicle burglary

A vehicle parked near El Matador State Beach was broken into and the window was shattered. The deputies noticed nearby surveillance cameras that could have captured the incident and will be contacting the residents nearby. The window was estimated to cost $300 to replace.

 2/17 | Vandalism

A vehicle driving on Las Flores was vandalized and the damage was estimated to cost $8,000. The victim said the suspect was driving a black motorcycle and pulled next to the driver and punched the side mirror and drove off westbound on PCH. There were no security cameras nearby that captured the incident.

 2/18 | Vehicle burglary

A vehicle parked near Topanga State Beach was broken into and ransacked. The victim hid the key, went surfing, and upon return, the key was missing, and his vehicle was ransacked. The victim received a notification of charge made to their credit card of $11,000 at an Apple Store. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

One women killed in a single vehicle collision near Leo Carrillo

State Beach

Another fatal accident on Pacific Coast Highway. The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Thursday night March 14 near Leo Carrillo Beach. One woman was killed after loosing control of her vehicle, crossing into the southbound lane and crashing. The yet to be identified victim was apparently thrown from her vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. CHP received the call Thursday evening at 9:24.

While speed could be a factor, CHP officers contacted said they could not comment until an investigation is complete. It appears no other vehicle was involved. It’s unclear if there was overhead lighting at the accident location.

Pepperdine establishes scholarship in honor of 4 students killed on PCH

Pepperdine University has established the  Our Four Angels Endowed Scholarship, a new grant in honor of four undergraduate students killed in October when struck by a driver on the Pacific Coast Highway.

Pepperdine worked with the families of Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams to set up the new scholarship for students at Pepperdine’s undergraduate school, Seaver College.

Pepperdine VP for Student Affairs Connie Horton lauded the “unique impact” of “these amazing women,” noting that their absence will be “long felt” on campus. Horton added that the fund will “contribute to the academic pursuits of deserving students” and “serve as a beacon of hope and remembrance for the lives that touched ours so profoundly.”

“These students were bright lights in the Pepperdine community and each one of these students had a special impact on everyone they met,” the  press release  says. “Their absence will long be felt. In an effort to honor their memory, Pepperdine is establishing the ‘Our Four Angels Endowed Scholarship,’ which will help continue the legacies of Niamh, Peyton, Asha, and Deslyn.”

The Our Four Angels Endowed Scholarship will support Pepperdine students who are pursuing an

Ceremonial Presentations:

• Recognition of Environmental Sustainability Director Yolanda Bundy’s receipt of the Los Angeles Basin Section Supervisor of the Year Award from the California Water Environment Association.

• Los Angeles County Fire Brigade Program Update

New Items:

• Mayors’ Monarch Pledge.

Recommended Action: 1) Authorize Mayor Uhring to sign the National Wildlife Federation Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, renewing the City’s commitment to save the

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undergraduate degree at Seaver College.

Update on CHP traffic enforcement in Malibu

The CHP Malibu Task Force reported on its enforcement work between March 4 and March 10. They issued 87 citations (77 for speeding; six for other moving violations; one for unsafe turning; one for distracted driving; one for a seatbelt violation; and one for an equipment violation. Three verbal warning were issued. A motorcyclist was going 115 MPH was arrested for reckless driving. Year to date, the CHP Malibu Taskforce issued 612 citations. The city signed a long-term contract to bring CHP patrols back to Malibu as part of the city’s efforts to address PCH safety. This active, visible enforcement sends a strong signal that speeding and reckless driving in Malibu will not be tolerated. For more information on the city’s efforts to address PCH safety, visit the webpage at malibucity.org/pchsafety.

Malibu

Environmental Sustainability Director Yolanda

Bundy named Supervisor of the Year

The City of Malibu congratulates Yolanda Bundy, City of Malibu Environmental Sustainability Director, for receiving the Supervisor of the Year award for the Los Angeles Basin Section (LABS) of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).

“During my time on the City Council, Yolanda has been one person I have worked with who uniquely stands out,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “She understands Malibu’s unique environment and has been flexible and willing to take on our many environmental projects, not only keeping us in compliance with state and local regulations, but also making sure we protect our local wildlife, habitat, coastal waterways, and quality of life. Also, she keeps us updated on the progress of her programs, and that is dear to my heart.”

CWEA is an organization comprised of over 10,000 professionals throughout California that represent all facets of water and wastewater management and resource recovery. LABS is comprised of approximately 88 cities and 140 unincorporated areas, communities, and towns. The CWEA Supervisor of

the Year award recognizes successful mentoring of team members, professional development, and effective communication. The award is presented annually to people who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and effectiveness in advancing environmental goals and initiatives within their respective communities. Bundy has demonstrated a profound commitment to nurturing talent within the city’s Environmental Sustainability Department and fostering a culture of eco-consciousness within the Malibu community.

As the director of the Environmental Sustainability Department, Bundy provides oversight for activities including permitting, public counter services, building safety, building plan check, inspection, geotechnical and coastal engineering, clean water, solid waste, environmental health, and wastewater. She fosters cooperative working relationships among city departments, consultants, various public agencies, and the community.

After the 2017 Thomas Fire, Bundy successfully led the City of Ventura’s rebuild efforts by developing a fast-track building permit approval process to assist homeowners of over 524 structures. This experience made her the perfect candidate to join the City of Malibu after the 2018 Woolsey Fire that destroyed 488 structures in Malibu.

The City of Malibu extends its heartfelt congratulations to Bundy for this well-deserved honor and expresses gratitude for her ongoing leadership and commitment to environmental sustainability.

To learn more about the Environmental Sustainability Department, visit the webpage at malibucity.org

Wildfire and Disaster Insurance Online Town Hall on

Thursday, April 4

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin and the Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Governments (LVMCOG) will host an online town hall meeting to discuss wildfire and disaster insurance on Thursday, April 4, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hear from the experts about how California is addressing the homeowner insurance crisis and how you can navigate the tools to help you get coverage for fires, floods and earthquakes. Free with RSVP. Register for the Zoom event at us06web.zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_9OLNwviLQ8CGfdzJJB6kMQ#/registration

24th Annual Chumash Day Native American Powwow and Intertribal Gathering, April 6-7 at Malibu Bluffs Park

The City of Malibu will host the 24th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering at Malibu Bluffs Park (24250 Pacific Coast Highway) on Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7. The community is encouraged to attend the festive cultural celebration honoring Malibu’s original residents and First Americans, the Chumash

Continuing a generations-long tradition of powwows in California, Native Americans will gather at Malibu Bluffs Park to sing, dance, socialize, and heal. The event will feature a variety of Native American arts and crafts, Native American tribal ceremonies, dances, special guest performances, and Chumash history storytelling.

This family-friendly cultural festival is free and open for all to attend, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. No on-site event parking. Parking is available off-site, with free shuttle rides available to Malibu Bluffs Park. General off-site parking and complimentary shuttle: 23575 Civic Center Way. ADA off-site parking and complimentary shuttle: 23825 Stuart Ranch Road. For more information, contact the City of Malibu Community Services Department at (310) 317-1364 or visit MalibuCity. org/ChumashDay

Spring Recreation Guide and City Newsletter

The city’s Spring 2024 Recreation Guide and City Newsletter are available online (malibucity.org/DocumentCenter/View/33335/2024Spring-Recreation-Guide-WEB)

and will be mailed to Malibu residents the week of March 4. The guide includes information on Spring programs offered March through May, such as Afterschool Programs, Outdoor Recreation, Parent and Me Programs, Senior Programs and Excursions, Spring Break Day Camps, and the 24th Annual Chumash Day Native American Powwow and Intertribal Gathering. Registration opens on Monday, March 11 at 8 a.m., visit the  registration webpage for a list of programs at malibucity.org/335/ Community-Services.

Participate in the LA County storm damage survey to help with the recovery effort

The Los Angeles County Of-

fice of Emergency Management (OEM) has created an online survey to gather storm damage information as part of the effort to assist residents, businesses, cities, and property owners impacted by the recent storms. You can help by completing the survey. Identifying damage helps direct recovery activities and resources after any disaster, and helps to determine if the county is eligible for disaster assistance, which in turn helps LA County communities. (Disaster assistance is not guaranteed, so residents and businesses are encouraged to continue working with their insurers.) For more information and to take the damage survey,  visit the county storm recovery website at recovery.lacounty.gov. For assistance in completing the survey, call 2-1-1.

Applications are being accepted through March 29 for general fund grants to support local nonprofits

Applications are being accepted through March 29 for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Grant Program from local nonprofit organizations to fund efforts that benefit residents of the community. All Malibu community-based organizations are encouraged to apply for a General Fund Grant. Applications will be reviewed by the City Council’s Administration and Finance Subcommittee in midspring. The subcommittee’s recommendations will be presented to the City Council for award during the annual budget approval in June. For more information and to apply, visit the webpage at  malibucity.org/generalfundgrants.

Registration is now open for the next CERT training, starting April 18

Registration is now open for the city’s next Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. As part of its ongoing efforts toward community-wide wildfire and disaster preparedness, the city is offering the next round of the highly popular free training with seven classes to be held on Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m., April 18 through May 30, at Malibu City Hall. The program is administered by the city and other public safety agencies across the country and empowers community members to help themselves and their neighbors during disasters. Through hands-on training, participants learn the most up-to-date information on basic disaster preparedness, the use of a fire extinguisher, disaster medical care,

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

The Malibu Times

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

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

thu mar 21

PARENT AND ME MUSIC CLASS WITH LOCAL MUSIC TEACHER SIERRA DRUMMOND

Little ones are invited to join

Third Space Malibu’s “Parent and Me Music Class” on Thursday, March 21, from 2 to 2:45 a.m. Kids ages 6 months to 2.5 years old can shake, drum, sing and dance during a 45-minute workshop with local music teacher Sierra Drummond. Participants do not have to bring instruments as Third Space will provide shakers and Stapelstein elements to drum on. If interested, please RSVP

at thirdspacemalibu.org/pages/ workshops?event-id=23278.

sat mar 23

THE RIPPLE EFFECT: A GENERATIVE POETRY WORKSHOP

Join the City of Malibu and the poetry community in a generative poetry workshop on Saturday, March 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park. When things ripple, they emanate from a center and move outwards. Ripples are an unfolding interaction. In terms of poetry, poems “ripple out” from us and join the ripple of existing and yet-to-be-penned poems, which creates a dialogue that continuously overlaps. Join us for a generative poetry writing workshop where we will sit in the “ripple” of each other’s energies, read, and discuss poems to stimulate our imaginations, and write original poems from prompts provided in the workshop. This workshop is for

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everyone, regardless of ability level. Participants should bring a pen and a notepad! Led by Malibu Poet Laureate Nathan Hassall.

YOGA ON THE MOUNTAIN AT KING GILLETTE RANCH

Find your center in the outdoors! Join instructors Greg and Dawn for a unique Kundalini yoga and wellness experience with live acoustic music on Saturday, March 23, from 10 to 11:15 a.m. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat. Reservations are required. This is a free event with free parking, funded by Western National Parks Association. For more information and to make reservations, email samo@wnpa. org or call (805) 370-2302. For directions to the Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center.

sun mar 24

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SERVICE AT MALIBU

METHODIST CHURCH

Join Holy Week at the Malibu United Methodist Church for Palm Sunday Worship, on Sunday, March 24, at 10:30 a.m.;

Monday, March 25, through Thursday, March 28th, at 6:30 p.m.; and on Easter Sunday, March 31, Sunrise Service on Zuma Beach, 6:30 a.m.; Morning View & PCH, Worship Service in the Sanctuary, 10:30 a.m.; Children’s Program during Worship, 10:30 a.m; and Egg Hunt, at 11:30 a.m.

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mar 26

PARENT AND ME MUSIC CLASS WITH LOCAL MUSIC TEACHER SIERRA DRUMMOND

Little ones are invited to join Third Space Malibu’s “Parent and Me Music Class” on Tuesday, March 26, from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Kids ages 6 months to 2.5 years old can shake, drum, sing and dance during a 45-minute workshop with local music teacher Sierra Drummond. Participants do not have to bring instruments as Third Space will provide shakers and Stapelstein elements to drum on. If interested, please RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org/pages/ workshops?event-id=23279.

thu

mar 28

PARENT AND ME MUSIC CLASS WITH LOCAL MUSIC TEACHER SIERRA DRUMMOND

Little ones are invited to join Third Space Malibu’s “Parent and Me Music Class” on Thursday, March 28, from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Kids ages 6 months to 2.5 years old can shake, drum, sing and dance during a 45-minute workshop with local music teacher Sierra Drummond. Participants do not have to bring instruments as Third Space will provide shakers and Stapelstein elements to drum on. If interested, please RSVP at thirdspacemalibu.org/pages/ workshops?event-id=23280.

SHAMROCK LUNCHEON AT THE SENIOR CENTER

Join the City of Malibu for the Malibu Senior Center’s Shamrock’n luncheon on Thursday, March 28, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be catered by Brent’s Deli, and entertainment will be provided by the O’Connor School of Irish Dancing. Pre-registration is required. Maximum 70 participants.

sun mar 31

SUNDAY SERVICE AT MALIBU PACIFIC CHURCH

Celebrate Easter Sunday at Malibu Pacific Church at 9 or 11 a.m. as it offers a moment of spiritual renewal and heartfelt worship, reflecting the hope and joy of the season. Immerse yourself in uplifting music, inspiring life-change messages, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for everybody and every story that embodies the essence of Easter’s promise. Also join the church for their annual EasterFest on Sunday, March 31, from 8 a.m to 1 p.m. Enjoy a delightful brunch, bounce houses for endless fun, a petting zoo that promises smiles, balloon artists creating whimsical shapes, an artisan coffee cart for your caffeine fix, and a variety of crafts for all ages. There’s more in store, ensuring a memorable day for the entire family and did we mention ... EasterFest is FREE!

* Malibu’s LARGEST Egg

Hunts will be at 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. at 3324 Malibu Canyon Road, Malibu.

sat apr 6-7

24TH ANNUAL CHUMASH DAY POWWOW AND INTERNATIONAL GATHERING AT MALIBU BLUFFS PARK

The City of Malibu will host the 24th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering at Malibu Bluffs Park (24250 Pacific Coast Highway) on Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7. The community is encouraged to attend the festive cultural celebration honoring Malibu’s original residents and First Americans, the Chumash. This family-friendly cultural festival is free and open for all to attend from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. No on-site event parking. Parking is available off-site, with free shuttle rides available to Malibu Bluffs Park. General off-site parking and complimentary shuttle at 23575 Civic Center Way. ADA off-site parking and complimentary shuttle at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road.

thu

apr 11

SILVER FOX WALK

Each month, staff will guide participants on a walk through one of Malibu’s parks or hiking trails. This will be a beginner’s level walk. RSVP required. Instructed by Community Services Department staff. This month’s walk is at Malibu Bluffs Park. The next one is on Thursday, April 11, at Malibu Bluffs Park, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and May 9 at Solstice Canyon Road. For more info visit, malibucity.org/ calendar.

sat apr 13-14

MALIBU ART ASSOCIATION

SPRING FLING ART SHOW

The Malibu Art Association

Spring Fling Art Show will take place on April 13 and 14 at 3728 Cross Creek Road from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy music, food, drinks, and of course, art. This is in conjunction with and sponsored by Surf Canyon. For more information visit, www. surfcanyon.co/

thu apr 18

EMILY SHANE FOUNDATION ANNUAL FUNDRAISER WINGS OVER MALIBU

The Emily Shane Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity based in Malibu and serving children across Los Angeles and Ventura counties, will be hosting its annual gala spring fundraiser Wings Over Malibu the evening of Thursday, April 18, directly over the waves in the Ocean Room at Duke’s Restaurant in Malibu. The gala’s proceeds

will benefit the foundation’s SEA (Successful Educational Achievement) Program, which empowers underserved, disadvantaged middle schoolers at risk of academic failure by providing them with intensive and individualized academic tutoring and mentorship.

Highlights of Wings Over Malibu 2024 include a live auction, an online silent auction, exclusive wines by The Narcissist Wine Company, delicious appetizers, and the popular local band Little Dume, presenting an acoustic set. Members of the Malibu Middle school Orchestra will serenade guests as they arrive. Tickets will be available for purchase at emilyshane.org as of March 18.

ONGOING

FARMERS MARKET

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

BRIDGE GROUP

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

KNITTING

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

RELAXING THROUGH COLORING

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

STRETCH AND STRENGTH

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

Little ones are invited to join Third Space Malibu’s “Parent and Me Music Classes” see calendar for specific dates and times. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

Planning Commission reviews outreach tactics for community input

cility priorities and develop a master plan for the future uses of the city’s vacant properties.

countability throughout the process by providing regular updates on the status of our engagement efforts.”

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

The Planning Commission began Monday night’s (March 18) meeting by addressing options for community outreach tactics to seek community input and ways to engage the community for suggestions to the city’s owned vacant lands.

On Feb. 12, the City Council awarded the contract for outreach and engagement related to cityowned vacant land to Tripepi Smith & Associates. The outreach and engagement plan are to identify top fa-

On Sept. 27, 2023, the City Council approved the city’s first Strategic Plan list to help focus and prioritize staff efforts on the most important projects that city staff need to work on. As part of that plan, the council identified the need for a comprehensive outreach and education program to engage the Malibu community and stakeholders for the future uses of the vacant lots owned by the city.

“The successful utilization of cityowned vacant land requires a robust outreach strategy that engages stakeholders, fosters collaboration, and promotes public participation,” the agenda says. “The city is committed to maintaining transparency and ac-

The five vacant lots mentioned were, the “Chili Cook-Off” Lot, (23575 Civic Center Way); the “Triangle” Lot (23800 Civic Center Way); “Heathercliff” Lot (29136 Pacific Coast Highway); the “Trancas” Lot (6103 Trancas Canyon Road); and the “La Paz” Lot (23467 Civic Center Way).

Commissioners were asked to provide feedback and comments. The commission pitched the local newspaper, radio, social media platforms, and other community meetings or gatherings the city can host to bring awareness to these workshops.

Commissioner Skylar Peak suggested using the newspaper to direct

people to in-person presentations and workshops. Peak also suggested having meetings online and having them recorded and available to watch afterward.

“I think it’s just hard to get the input, I think people are better suited being here in-person,” Peak said.

Commissioners also suggested to provide a reference guide and background information on each lot such as each lot’s restrictions and what they can have, such as parking lot.

“Getting the people who don’t go to meetings to come are the most important,” Commissioner John Mazza said. “You have to go out and approach those people who are going to use those services, so it’s not biased.”

Mazza recommended not using

the radio or newspaper because Malibu is a transient community.

Mazza said it needs to grab the attention of specific groups such as homeowners associations, and the Malibu Chamber of Commerce.

Chair Kraig Hill said he thinks the newspaper ads will be beneficial. Hill also suggested encouraging people to sign up for email notifications.

The commission motioned to receive and file an Extension of Coastal Development Permit No. 17-001.

The commission approved Coastal Development Permit No. 21-053, continued from March 4, 2024. Site Plan Review No. 22-005, and Demolition Permit No. 23-003 – An application to demolish the existing single-family residence and construct a new single-family residence, at-

Dead whale washes ashore at Little Dume in Malibu

California Wildlife Center is currently investigating the whale’s deaths

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu

On Saturday, March 16, California Wildlife Center responded to a call about a gray whale in distress at Little Dume in Malibu.

The 13,000-pound sub-adult male was found deceased, and stranded, wedged in the sand.

“We are currently planning to get samples from the whale to help determine why this happened,”

CWC posted on social media. “NOAA and CWC are working together to formulate a plan for next steps. As the tide rises, the animal may shift in the waves so please keep a safe distance.”

Filmmaker Richard Raymond lives on Point Dume and was walking along Little Dume Beach with his son Bodhi when he saw the gray whale.

“Only a few moments later it passed,” Raymond said. “A stark reminder of nature’s brutal honesty. This leviathan’s last choice, to beach itself — as tragic as it was awe-inspiring.”

Raymond said he spoke to a CWC representative and said the gray whale could have been sick.

“I remember a few years ago, a number of sea lions

dying on the shore here at Little Dume, but never a whale, especially one around 30 feet in length,” he said.

Last year in July, numerous sick and dead sea lions and dolphins washed up along the Southern California coast.

In Malibu, near Dan Blocker Beach, California Wildlife Center received a call about a distressed seal at Dan Blocker Beach. Health officials say they have likely been poisoned by domoic acid, a neurotoxin produced by large algae blooms. The seal was having a seizure and unfortunately died shortly after.

CWC takes responsibility for the protection of native wildlife through rehabilitation, education, and conservation. It is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of native California species, who otherwise would be left to suffer from the effects of human encroachment, habitat destruction, and environmental damage.

For questions or if you see a marine animal in distress, call (310) 924-7256.

tached garage, attached guest house, and pool cabana, onsite wastewater treatment system, landscaping, and associated site improvements.

The commission approved Coastal Development Permit No. 21-014 and Demolition Permit No. 23-005 – An application for the construction of a new one-story single-family residence and associated development.

The commission motioned to continue Coastal Development Permit No. 23-019 and Site Plan Review No. 23-024 – An application for a new single-family residence, a second unit, and associated development, to a date April 15, with a request for staff to clarify commissioners’ concerns.

To view the rest of the meeting visit, malibucity.org.

Seventeen Malibuites jaunted through the streets of Los Angeles in the 39th Los Angeles Marathon on March 17.

They were among the 26,000 participants from all 50 U.S. states and over 70 countries that ran from Dodger Stadium to Century City’s Avenue of the Stars. It was the second-largest field in the marathon’s history.

The Malibu residents that laced up their sneakers to run in the 26.2-mile race, which is one of the marathon racing world’s signature events, included Aja Frierson, 37; Ani Dermenjian, 57; Branch Shubin, 21; Chandler Parr, 31; Darcy Rose, 33; Dashiell Ross, 33;

Wallace is a Legacy Runner, a group of 95 individuals who have wheeled, walked, or run to the finish line in every L.A. Marathon since its inception in 1986. Wallace, a former Malibu Times contributor retired from real estate. The Legacy Runners, all between the ages of 54 to 87, passed their 1,000th mile in the marathon at mile 4 in the most recent edition of the race.

Calfas all finished between four and five hours. Park crossed the finish line in 5:37.14. Frierson, Rose, Nelson-Sandall, Hawkins, and Dermenjian completed the marathon in north of six hours.

The race’s route gave marathoners a running view of various Los Angeles areas and landmarks including Brentwood, Little Tokyo, Art Deco L.A. City Hall, and Hollywood.

“It was pretty cool,” Wallace noted.

Wallace finished the marathon in 6 hours, 19 minutes, and 18 seconds, which is his slowest time ever in the event. He knew he wouldn’t put on his best performance in the race, though, because he was injured for a couple of months last fall. He only did five runs of 13 or more miles ahead this year’s Los

Over 200,000 spectators lined the route and cheered the runners on.

“I knew it would be my first race over six hours,” Wallace said. “It’s grueling. It really gets harder. I came out of it pretty well. I didn’t have pressure on myself. All my experience helped. I knew exactly what

Fischbach completed the marathon in 2:20.38. Ross, Parr, Watt, El-Deiry, Koo, MacDonald, and

Kenyans finished in the top two spots in the men’s field and the top spot in women’s field. Dominic Ngeno won the men’s race in 2:11:00 and Stacy Ndiwa won the women’s race for the second straight year in 2:25:28.97. Cosmas Kiplimo was second in the men’s race with a time of 2:11:05.55. Belarus’ Volha Mazuronak’s time of 2:25:48.65 snagged her second place in the women’s field.

Wallace plans on participating in the 40th edition of the marathon in 2025.

“I don’t see an end,” he said. “I still have the option to do a lot more walking. Half of the Legacy Runners are walking the course.”

This deceased gray whale was discovered washed ashore on March 16 at Little Dume Beach in Malibu. Photo by Richard Raymond

These screenshots from the Monday, March 18, Planning Commission meeting show the city-owned vacant lots in Malibu. The commission will be seeking community input for the best uses of these lots. Contributed screenshots

Giana Fote, 31; Jacob Watt, 21; James El-Deiry, 23; Jonathan Koo, 21; Linnea Nelson-Sandall, 22; Mary Hawkins, 80; Nicole MacDonald, 23; Rick Wallace, 66; Robert Calfas, 74; Sarah Fischbach, 45; and Tyson Park, 82.

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Cross Creek Ranch sits vacant, fully landscaped, and unoccupied for another season

Future unclear despite Pacific Equity, Cross Creek Ranch developer, securing a $135 million refinancing loan

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times

Many Malibuites have been wondering what is happening with regard to the long-awaited opening of Cross Creek Ranch, the 122,324-square-foot retail and office development located between The Park at Cross Creek — where Howdy’s, Blue Bottle and Whole Foods are located — and the Malibu Library. The property was completed two years ago and, as The Malibu Times reported last summer, the city and Pacific Equity Partners, the developer, settled possible litigation concerning the project’s compliance with a 2018

the Commission’s project approval. On March 15, the City Council deferred consideration of the appeal, which had been slated for March 25.

The project

The proposed Malibu Inn Motel site sits across from the Malibu Pier between AviatorNation, the Chabad and its early child education center, and the Rabbi’s residence.

At the base of the proposed project is the entry lobby and reception area, together with an enclosed parking garage. The second and third levels contain the guest rooms

law pertaining to retail property in Malibu with more than 10,000 square feet, restricting the number of chain store lessees with ten or more locations.

The law, entitled the Formula Retail Ordinance, Ordinance 431, limits the number of retail chain lessees to ensure Malibu has diverse retail venues as well as, very importantly, to ensure that such developments contain some local businesses.

Since then, seasons have come and gone and ... crickets. The fully developed parcel has sat vacant, fully landscaped, and unoccupied.

That may change fairly soon.

Pacific Equity secured a $135,000 first-lien, five-year financing loan on March 11 — that significant sum should help to facilitate the grand opening of the property. Still ... crickets — there is no word yet regarding what retail -

Appellant MTC asserts 20 challenges to the commission’s project approval, beginning with its assertion that the project is not correctly zoned.

“This project is in the CV1 Zone,” MTC noted. “The CV designation provides for visitor serving uses that respect the rural character and natural environmental setting — this project does neither.”

Rural character height is limited to two stories, while this project is four stories, the MTC notes, adding, “By unallowable excessive grading into the properties’ coastal bluff, this project does

hotel or a motel

ers, restaurants or offices will be housed in the 11-building complex. The Malibu Times’ efforts to reach Pacific Equities concerning whether any prospective tenants have commenced such activities have been unsuccessful as of press time.

Cross Creek Ranch’s obtaining financing is not the only new development in the world of developments in Malibu.

Deja vu: Weintraub takes another shot at developing the parcel across from Pepperdine

Richard Weintraub is taking another shot at building a massive hotel in Malibu, according to plans his company submitted to the City of Malibu in January. Presumably, his strategy is based on the thirdtime’s-a-charm doctrine.

The contemplated project would rest on a site with three parcels at 4000 Malibu Canyon Road and

The gravamen of many of MTC’s claims center on its position that the project constitutes a hotel, not a motel, and therefore, if the project is to proceed at all, there must be a zone change to CV2, which would permit hotel use, a process that involves a Local Implementation Plan amendment.

Focusing on definitions, the MTC notes that, as defined in the city’s Local Coastal Plan’s LIP, a “motel” is a “group of attached or detached buildings containing guest rooms, some or all of which have a separate

niently located on the lot or parcel of land and does not provide accessory uses such as restaurants and meeting rooms.”

Applying that definition, the MTC argues, “This project does not meet the LIP’s definition of a motel, because none of the rooms have such separate entrances — indeed, none of the guest rooms are on the parking level.” Further, motels don’t serve alcoholic beverages or have a kitchen or food service and the applicant seeks to host meetings and functions such as weddings, bar mitzvahs, and similar gatherings. MTC

would feature 181,000 square feet on a lot with 545,000 square feet of total development area. Weintraub seeks to have it include a health club and spa, exterior pool, meditation space, two restaurants and 98,000 square feet of “independent hotel suites,” accompanied by a multi-level parking structure. Readers may recall that Weintraub unsuccessfully sought city approval to build a hotel on the site several years ago. No dice.

Subsequently, he attempted to obtain approval to build a hightech cemetery or memorial park that could be navigated using GPS, where, in the words of former Mayor Skylar Peak, who was interviewed by the Los Angeles Times in 2014, “guests check in, but they can’t check out.”

No dice.

Whether Weintraub will face

ter, which violates ABC Control Act Section 23789 Rule 61.4, which permits ABC to prohibit the sale of alcohol near schools or churches.

Coastal bluff grading

MTC also asserts that the natural coastal bluff behind the proposed project will be destroyed if the project is approved because “the project will block more than one half of the coastal bluff and likely will further destabilize the bluff,” because the applicant intends to cut into the bluff significantly. MTC bolsters this argument by providing a 2014 memo writ -

“no dice,” thrice will have to abide the planning approval process.

Up for auction: Encinal Canyon Bluff

“Offered for the first time collectively, ‘Encinal Canyon Bluff,’ 130acre premier land development opportunity with unobstructed views in star-studded Malibu to sell to the highest bidder at inaugural live auction in Los Angeles this April,” conciergeauctions.com announced, noting the property is offered in partnership with Bill and Daniel Moss of Coldwell Banker Realty and that it was previously listed for $13.5 million.

The posting continues, describing the property as a crown jewel high above the celebrity estates fringing the coast below, and stating, “Soaring high above the Encinal Bluffs and Broad Beach, ‘Encinal Canyon Bluff,’ is an incredible blank canvas consisting of

sively high and the building itself, when measured accurately to include the above-grade portion of the parking structure, is four stories, twice the amount allowed by the Code.

MTC bolsters its assertion by stating “the so-called 29 sub-terrain parking spaces are actually above grade — placing a berm around an above grade structure does not make it subterranean.” MTC asserts the record — and the measurements in it — are flawed and, when calculated correctly, mandate concluding “this project is 44-plus feet high at a minimum.” In support of that claim, MTC notes that an April 2020 traffic study in the record and an onsite wastewater treatment system design report both refer to a “three-level motel.”

Accordingly, the Township argues that both the height and number of stories are misrepresented and when correctly assessed they violate both

three titles and offers endless potential for passionate and creative purchasers to leave their stamp on the Malibu community.”

Of course, Malibuites who steadfastly adhere to the city’s Mission Statement which seeks to retain the rural character of Malibu, such is not the “stamp on the Malibu community” they think fits in this town.

Reports and surveys for a morethan 10,000-square-foot home were designed by Tobias Architects and, according to the posting, “nine of the 11 city departments have signed off on the project.”

For those who subscribe to the old theory that one should invest in land because they’re not making any more of it, the auction bidding begins on March 28 at conciergeauctions.com and will end live at The Maybourne Beverly Hills on April 11.

and cannot be mitigated.”

MTC also objects to the fact that there is zero rear setback, which, it states, “is COMPLETELY against the codes and is a privilege given SOLELY to the applicant, no other buildings along PCH have this.”

In a similar vein, MTC asserts the applicant was improperly accorded favorable treatment with regard to parking, stating, “The Malibu Beach Inn was denied lifts for additional parking, yet this hotel was easily approved for this. The approval is inconsistent with similar applications as it permits off-site parking in excess of 300-feet walking distance.”

In short, MTC asserts that the parking situation needs to be analyzed in an EIR and that the project, as approved by the commission, will cause a loss of public parking. “The project needs to be studied in conjunction with the traffic circulation and offsite parking impacts created by the Sea View Hotel, the Malibu Beach Inn, Nobu, Soho House, Malibu Pier, The Farm Restaurants on the Pier, Malibu Ryokan, Surfrider Motel, Aviator Nation as well as Surfrider beach parking east of the Adamson house,” the appeal says. “Since this project was first proposed over 10 years ago, no EIR has been prepared, although many projects have been planned or completed in the general area which require inclusion in an EIR.”

Further, MTC asserts that a traffic study is required, noting that the area is subject to extreme gridlock, especially in the summer.

Low-cost accommodations were also not addressed adequately by the commission, according to MTC, whose argument centers on the Coastal Commission’s mandates that, when feasible, lower-cost accommodations must be provided to help the public access the coast. Instead of going through a usual cost-based analysis which sets forth rates that a hotel charges regularly and what reduced rates they will offer those needing to pay less and for how many rooms such reduced rates will be offered, the commission’s approval simply states that the applicant must pay an in-lieu fee to meet this mandated criteria.  Possible

tural resources necessitate an EIR, MTC asserts

In an email provided to  The Malibu Times by MTC, Barbara Tejada, supervisor of the Cultural Resources Program for the Los Angeles District of California State Parks, states “The Malibu Inn Motel/Hotel site is likely a satellite use area of the village of Humaliwo and it would be important at the very least to have a Phase I archaeological survey and Phase II archaeological testing conducted on the property to ensure that cultural deposits are not encountered. In addition to archaeological artifacts, state law also now protects “tribal cultural resources” which can be both cultural and natural resources of significance to the tribes.

Therefore, MTC asks the city to amplify the wording of the ordinance approving this project as it fails to require work to stop if a cultural resource is found during grading, the extensive bluff excavation or any site disturbance. The current language of the ordinance only states that such work cessation shall occur if potentially culturally significant cultural resources are found during construction or during geologic testing.

“It is likely that significant cultural resources or a Chumash burial site could be found on this site,” MTC asserted, adding, “When the clock tower building two properties to the east was under construction a Chumash burial site was found and excavated.”

Overall, MTC asserts that the Planning Commission did not conduct an impartial hearing and that “given the fact that the requisite findings to support allowing this project to proceed cannot be made because of so many code violations, this decision is most obviously contrary to law.”

Readers should note that as of press time, MTC’s filed appeal has not been posted on the city’s website, but a 488-page staff report pertaining to the project has been. https://www. malibucity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/ Item/6041?fileID=45307

The Malibu Times will update readers concerning when the City Council will consider the Malibu Township Council’s appeal.

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intent of those who founded the City of Malibu was that parcels that existed prior to cityhood would not conform with the new city’s design and build standards were allowed to keep their properties in the same condition as they were before cityhood

Over the years, London’s parcel housed an automotive store — many residents may recall getting their vehicles repaired by Kelly Higgins at Malibu Auto — as well as by various offices for contractors and other businesses and storage units. At one time, the City of Malibu’s Public Works Department was housed on the premises.

The Vision — A community of artisans and creatives

Greg London explains that he, his wife, Brigitte, and their team “had an intention to curate a beautiful space filled with amazing people who will contribute to Surf Canyon and to Malibu.”

He added, “We want people who will

really be local and who will be here every day. It’s a community based on love, compassion, and trust.”

London noted that he is using his background in real estate and his urban planning degree as he and the team strive to “Help Surf Canyon awaken.”

He explained. “It was already here — it just needed a lot of energy and new designs.”

As one tours the property, she enjoys gorgeous courtyard spaces and embracing landscape areas between various cool, creative spaces.

From Ikebani to Basque spices, Surf Canyon delights

On any given day, guests who enter Kenzan can find Samadhi Bishop and her partner, Vaughn Glover arranging gorgeous flowers at their shop.

“We do a lot of curating with galleries designing floral arrangements and elements that complement exhibiting artists’ works,” Bishop says, noting that Kenzan’s works are on show at Jac Forbes Gallery

in Cross Creek. “We also provide floral arrangements for events, weddings, and to decorate home interiors.”

Bishop explained that Kenzan specializes in Ikebana, a Japanese style of arranging flowers. The word means “making flowers alive,” and for one who is immersed in Kenzan, that is the sense the space provides.

“There are hardly any Ikebana florists in Southern California,” Bishop, a native of Oahu, said. “We also help with sonic architecture and we curate music for events as well.”

Bishop’s melodic voice is welcoming, evincing that she is also a very talented musician. Readers are invited to visit Kenzan from Wednesday to Saturday from 12 to 6 p.m., and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Telephone: (213) 322-5499.

Next door is one cool, hip place — the headquarters for the latest, greatest in organic beers — Rancho West, founded in Malibu. When visitors stop by, Jason Thompson and Donnie Eichar will chat with folks and explain why their slogan is “Organic never tasted so beer.”  No secrets

were divulged to Malibu Times, but the hops that are used may have something to do with it — the non-alcoholic beer is brewed with Chinook and Perle Hops and the brand’s West Coast IPA is brewed with citra, amarillo, and cascade and is dry hopped with citra and amarillo.   To sample the beer, readers need to visit various stores, such as Vintage Grocers in Malibu, or BevMo or Erewhon nearby, or they can enjoy a brew at local establishments, including Duke’s, Malibu Farm, and Dreamland. To learn more about the beer created where the ranch meets the sea, readers can visit @ranchowestbeer or call (323) 433-5533 for more information.

One cannot leave Surf Canyon without visiting chef and entrepreneur Sebastien Pourrat’s Casita Basqueria, if for no other reason than to get her hands on his addsjust-the-perfect-flavor-to-every-dish Basqueria Coastal Table Espelette salt, a Maldon Sea salt with espelette peppers. The little shop also features cooking tools and an impressive array of Le Creuset cookware, as well as imported starters for making de-

licious paella and other herbs.

“Sebastian is an original who understands the simplicity of great taste,” said Larry Thorne, a third-generation Malibu farmer who has a weekly farmers market in Malibu where Sebastian sells his proprietary espellette salt and herbs as well as his very popular breakfast burritos.

“Two rivers of culinary influence — French and Basque — make for delicious surprises.” Thorne declared.

“If we want small businesses in Malibu that serve the community, they cannot thrive in our larger retail centers,” London said, as our tour ended. “That’s because the price per square foot demanded in those centers makes entering into businesses here in Malibu an unfair fight. Nobody can make a small business work at $15 to $20 a square foot.”

Pausing quite soberly, London added, “Malibu had lost her heart and if there is no place for the community to gather and locals to be comfortable, we would lose the fundamental core of what a community is all about.”

CANYON

The current incarnation of Surf Canyon came about when owner Greg London and his team “had an intention to curate a beautiful space filled with amazing people who will contribute to Surf Canyon and to Malibu.” Photos by Amy Smyth

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placed a month after the incident occurred. The names of the four students were placed, as well as the names of every person killed along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu since 2010.

Malibu resident and film producer Michel Shane began promoting his film “21 Miles in Malibu” back in May 2023. He has been at every press conference, White Tire memorial, and the most recent City Council meeting on March 11 to continue

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first aid, search and rescue, disaster psychology, and neighborhood team building. For more information and to sign up, visit the webpage, at malibucity.org or email publicsafety@ malibucity.org, or call (310) 4562489, ext. 237.

New ‘Agents of Discovery’ Program promotes environmental education and exploration of

Malibu’s beautiful

his advocacy for not only the film but also the message behind the film, the education.

“I feel like my film can be a great vehicle for the city by having the city as one of our sponsors for this film and being a story that’s about Malibu for Malibu, it only makes sense that the city supports it,” Shane said at the meeting. “I would like very much to continue working on making this film, the film that creates the change that’s necessary.”

Shane hopes the film will influence new drivers to learn the rules of driving.

“If people’s attitudes don’t change, then

natural habitats

The City of Malibu Community Services Department invites children to join the new “Agents of Discovery” augmented reality program, which promotes environmental education and encourages exploration of Malibu’s beautiful natural habitats.

The mobile app guides kids ages 4-12 on a “mission” throughout Malibu’s beautiful Legacy Park to learn about native plants, insects, animals, and birds. The mission starts at the Malibu Library and has 11 challenges, such as finding and identifying plants and animals and answering trivia questions. Children who complete the mission will get a free Malibu Agents of Discovery

you are just really reinforcing it,” Shane said. “My altruistic goal is to make it safer for everyone, whether it’s me or the next person, and everyone goes up from there.”

Shane said he is also working on a project that involves video games.

“What is the one thing they all have in common? They all play games, they all play on their phones, so I am working to develop a program that will take what we need to know from driving, what we need to know about speeding, create a game that they will want to play, and guess what’ll happen, they’ll learn the road, they’ll learn

badge at the Malibu Library. The Malibu Library is located at 23519 West Civic Center Way, Malibu, across the street from Legacy Park. To get started, download the free Agents of Discovery mobile app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. Click on the “Legacy Park” mission, and the city’s great blue heron will guide the user through the challenges.

While the challenges are meant to start and end at the library, they can be started anywhere in Legacy Park by opening the app and scanning the QR code on one of the informational signs posted around the park.

New challenges will be created each season to provide young ex-

what’s going on without being lectured or forced to read something, and that will change their mindset,” Shane said.

Since the tragic accident, the community has been urging the city and Caltrans to make PCH safer, such as completing projects and bringing back CHP to enforce speeding on PCH.

“What needs to really be done is someone needs to go look at PCH, figure out which areas have to be slowed down, why they need to be slowed down, and that doesn’t mean having another five-year study,” Shane said. “So I think what the

plorers with new opportunities to learn about Legacy Park’s ecosystems and habitats.  For more information about the Agents of Discovery Program,  visit the webpage at  malibucity.org/ Agents

City Fire Safety

Liasons get advanced radios for improved communications and collaborations

The City Fire Safety Liaisons procured three fully programable radios that meet the Cal Fire standard for working within the operational area of a wildfire. The radios

community has to realize is they have a voice. We just have to keep the pressure up.”

Shane said they will be screening the film at Malibu High School on May 1 for students and parents, with speakers who include Sheriff’s Capt. Jennifer Seetoo, and others.

“We are going to be doing it in Calabasas and surrounding communities — anyone that’s using PCH — to just bring in awareness,” Shane said. “Yes. It’s a beautiful road, and yes, it’s a wide-open road, but yes, it can also take your life.”

were funded by a Fire Prevention grant. This will enable the Fire Safety Liaisons to have full incident communications with Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and Los Angeles City fire departments, Cal Fire and all other out-of-area agencies responding to an incident in Malibu. These important tools will help the Fire Liaisons get accurate, real-time incident information back to city leadership, staff and the Emergency Operations Center, advocate for the community, and assist out-of-area agencies with locally specific information.

Malibu Arts Commission art exhibition: A Journey with Artist Leigh J. McCloskey

The City of Malibu Arts Commission invites all of Malibu to the City’s next public art exhibition in the Malibu City Gallery, “Mining the Spirit — A Journey with Artist Leigh J. McCloskey,” on display March 25 through May 3 at the Malibu City Gallery at City Hall (23825 Stuart Ranch Road).

The gallery is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets or RSVPs are not required.

“Malibu has always drawn artists in every discipline, and we are proud to host an art exhibition highlighting the works of one our talented community members,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “Leigh McCloskey is a modern renaissance man, he is an artist, author, well known actor and visual philosopher. I hope you can join us for an evening of art, music and discussion as we celebrate Malibu’s thriving artistic community at the opening reception.”

The opening reception on Sunday, March 24, at 12 p.m. will feature a live musical performance by A Call 2Peace, a Q&A session with the artist at 1:30 p.m., and complimentary refreshments. RSVPs are not required for this free event.

McCloskey is a long-time Malibu resident and lives a creative life. His art, career as an actor and his personal “hero’s journey” led him to a lifetime of devotion to exploring stories, myths, and arts that return dignity and meaning to our human struggle. For over 25 years, McCloskey has opened his Malibu home and studio to the public, hosting theosophical study groups and tours of his masterwork of fixed 3D multi-dimensional artwork.

To learn more about the artist and his work, visit leighmccloskey. com. For more information about the exhibition,  visit the Malibu Arts Commission website (malibuartscommission.org).

Malibu Library Speaker Series: David Ambroz

The 2024 season of the Malibu Library Speaker Series continues with child welfare expert and author David Ambroz discussing his book about the foster care system, and children growing up in poverty and homelessness in America. The event takes place Wednesday, March 20, 7 p.m. at the Malibu Library.

“Please join us in an illuminating and inspiring discussion about the shocking conditions of the foster care system and children growing up in poverty and homelessness in America, and what can be done to address it,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “I applaud the Malibu Library Speaker Series for continuing to bring excellent cultural events that enrich the life of our community, educate, inspire and entertain.”

There are millions of homeless children in America today, and in “A Place Called Home: A Memoir,” Ambroz writes about growing up homeless in New York for 11 years and his subsequent years in foster care. His book offers a window into what so many children living in poverty experience every day. Ambroz is a national poverty and child welfare expert and advocate. President Barack Obama recognized him as an American Champion of Change. He is the head of community engagement (West) for Amazon. Previously, he led corporate social responsibility for Walt Disney Television, served as president of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission, and as a California Child Welfare Councilmember. After growing up homeless and then in foster care, he graduated from Vassar College and later from UCLA School of Law. He is a foster dad and lives in Los Angeles. Space is limited, and RSVPs are required for this free event. The Malibu Library is located at 23519 Civic Center Way, Malibu. For more information or to RSVP, visit the webpage (malibucity.org/722/ Malibu-Library-Speaker-Series) or call the Malibu Library at (310) 456-6438.

Spring Break Day Camps begin March 26

Basketball, LEGO® Engineering, Skateboarding, Soccer, Surf, and Tennis Day Camps for kids ages 6 through 14 will be offered March 26 through April 4, Tuesdays through Thursdays at Malibu Bluffs Park, Malibu High School, and Malibu Surfrider Beach. For a list of programs, with schedules and other details, visit the Day Camp webpage at  https://malibucity. org/336/Day-Camps.

On Feb. 26, members of Streets are for Everyone and Fix P.C.H. and other officials added another Ghost Tire for 32-year-old Jose Alfonso De Lira Piedra, bringing the number to 59, representing those killed on PCH since 2010. Photos by Fireball Tim Lawrence

Water

In July 2020, The Riddicks applied for a permit to build “a new 414-square-foot ADU and a 157-square-foot addition to the existing residence that included a new primary bathroom.”

What followed is yet another iteration of the ever-familiar tension between private landowners’ desires to use their property to fit their needs and a local government’s constraints against how private landowners can alter their residences.

On June 7, 2021, following communications between the  city and the Riddicks, the city’s Planning Commission adopted a resolution denying the Riddicks’ request for an ADU permit. The commission concluded that a Coastal Development Permit was required for the project and refused to approve one, finding that the project did “not  conform to the Local Coastal Plan as it violates residential development standards for required minimum rear and side yard setbacks and maximum allowed total development square footage and total  impervious lot coverage.”

On June 28, 2021, the Riddicks appealed the commission’s denial of their requests for an ADU permit.

On Aug. 19, 2021, the City Council denied their appeal.

On Sept. 2, 2021, the Riddicks resubmitted plans to the  city, advising that the new plans contained

a modification: “[T]here will be no addition to the primary residence. Instead, the proposed space originally put forth as an addition to the primary residence is now designated as part of the ADU.” The Riddicks maintained the revised project was exempt from the CDP requirement, and therefore entitled to ministerial review and approval.

However, the city attorney responded that the proposed project required a CDP, without specifically addressing  the Riddicks’ modified plans.

Therefore, the parties became embroiled in litigation. A little bit of procedural history regarding the parties’ litigation helps readers to understand the current status of the Riddick-City of Malibu dispute. The procedural history of the parties’ litigation

On Nov. 18, 2021, the Riddicks filed a complaint against the city asking the court to rule that the city “had a  clear, present, and ministerial duty to review and approve the Riddicks’ ADU permit application, and the Riddicks had a clear, present, and beneficial right to approval of their permit application.”

They asserted that their ADU project was exempt from the CDP requirement and should therefore be approved ministerially under state ADU standards set forth in Gov. Code, § 65852.2.

Chapter 13 of the city’s Local Coastal Plan establishes the process for the review of all development within the city’s coastal zone

The meeting was led by Building Safety Department Official Yolanda Bundy who carefully explained what the new law requires and what building elements it concerns.  E3’s include balconies, exterior walkways, decks, exterior stairs and landings, and guards and associated handrails, Yolanda stated. The new requirements were implemented by the City of Malibu as mandated by the California Legislature’s enactment of SB 721 and SB 326, cumulatively referred to as the Balcony Inspection Bill. On Sept. 17, 2018, Governor Jerry Brown signed the bills into law.  SB 721 relates to commercial apartment buildings, while SB 326 relates to condominiums or multi-family housing that are controlled by residential condominium associations.

The bills were enacted in response to the tragic deaths of six Berkeley students in 2015 at an apartment complex due to the collapse of a balcony. Readers may recall that in 2021, 9 people were injured when a balcony at a beachfront Malibu home collapsed, sending victims onto rocks below.

To comply with the new laws, in February, the Malibu City Council approved an ordinance requiring inspections that comply with state standards.  The ordinance requires periodic inspections on multifamily buildings with three or more attached units. Owners have until Jan. 1, 2025, to complete the first inspection. For those structures that pass such inspections, another assessment must be completed every six to nine years, depending on the property’s classification.

Attendees sought clarity concerning

to ensure that it is consistent with the provisions of the Coastal Act. Section 13.4.1 of that chapter exempts “[i]improvements to existing single-family residences” from the requirement of a CDP, with certain exceptions.

The interpretation of that section’s exemption is at the core of the dispute between the parties.

The Riddicks maintain their situation is not within the exemptions in Section 13.4.B, and hence, they should get their permit from the city, which should process the application ministerially. Whereas, the city maintains that its interpretation of those exemptions requires a CDP and further, its interpretation of the statute is entitled to great deference by reviewing courts.

The trial court sided with the Riddicks. On the issue of giving deference to the city’s interpretation of Section 13.4.1, the trial court explained that “the proper  interpretation of the [section] is a question of law for the [c] ourt’s independent interpretation. The [c]court is certainly not bound by the city’s (or commission’s) interpretation. Furthermore, the city’s interpretation is not a long-standing opinion on this issue.  In fact, the city (and commission) ha[ve] admittedly reversed  course with this decision. These circumstances weigh against finding deference.”

As to whether the language of Section 13.4.1 unambiguously exempted the Riddicks’ project from

the CDP requirement, the trial court concluded that “the plain language of the statute fits [the Riddicks’] interpretation far better than the city’s  interpretation.”  Accordingly, on Sept. 19, 2022, the trial court entered a judgment for the Riddicks directing the city to process the Riddick’s application for an ADU.

However, the city appealed. The appellate court, in a published and precedential opinion, also ruled for the Riddicks on this issue, ruling the Riddicks need not apply for a coastal development permit.

The parties’ battle continues as the city seeks discretionary review in the California Supreme Court

On March 13, the city issued a statement saying, “At issue in the cause of action decided in the Riddicks’ favor was the city’s interpretation of the language in its Local Coastal Program (LCP). Even though the California Coastal Commission published a memorandum that supported the city’s interpretation, the Court of Appeal gave no deference to this interpretation. The city believes the Court of Appeal’s decision departs from the deference due a city (particularly when supported by the Coastal Commission itself) in the interpretation of its own LCP. The city will be seeking review from the California Supreme Court. For more information, see the court decision:

https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/B323731.PDF.”

The Riddicks are extremely frustrated that the city is seeking the highest California court’s discretionary review.

Liz Riddick is upset, stating, “Malibu utterly fails to build its share of new housing, and wastes taxpayer money to deny a tiny granny flat all the way to the Supreme Court.  All our family has done is follow the plain language of Malibu’s Local Coastal Program. Malibu’s existing LCP states that attached structures like our ADU do not require a coastal development permit.”

Liz continued, “What this means is that attached ADUs anywhere in Malibu that meet statewide ADU requirements are not subject to Malibu’s onerous TDSF and side-yard setbacks, which the city relies upon to block the creation of affordable housing. That is why the city deleted the language that protects the ability to build an attached ADU from the LCP as part of the flawed ADU ordinance it recently approved, and sent to the Coastal Commission for comment.”

In Liz’s analysis, the city is wasting both time and taxpayer money. “Instead of wasting the community’s time and money filing frivolous appeals, Malibu should craft an ADU ordinance that is lawful, and actually allows small scale and environmentally conscious ADUs to be constructed here,” she said. “The appellate court judges virtually laughed at the city’s law firm

how to comply with the law. Bundy explained that the inspection report is a legal document that will be part of a property’s report.

“The goal of this program is to ensure that buildings are safe for occupants and visitors,” Bundy emphasized. “We here at the city are here to help you comply with the requirements and answer all of your questions.”

Materials distributed by the city provided more details, stating, “The program’s purpose is to safeguard public safety by maintaining the strength of structural

components supporting E3s.”

Program objectives include identifying wood-framed E3s exhibiting significant deterioration due to wood-destroying organisms such as fungal decay or insect infections, identifying steel-framed E3s exhibiting significant section loss due to corrosion, and ascertaining whether the extent of deterioration or corrosion poses a significant compromise to the load-carrying adequacy of structural components supporting E3s. Inspectors should try to locate the water source if wood is being destroyed by organism infestation or cor-

rosion is observed in wood or steel framing.

“The assessment is first done by a Tier 1 screening and a Tier 2 evaluation and remediation, if necessary,” Bundy said. “Those terms are defined in the American Society of Civil Engineers Code 41-17.”

She explained that Tier 1 screenings must be completed by a California-licensed architect, civil engineer, or structural engineer. If a Tier 2 remediation is required, the owner should schedule an appointment with the building official to confirm the extent of remediation required. One accomplishes that by emailing

when Malibu’s attorney tried to redefine the plain English in Malibu’s LCP and call it deference.

“Apparently Malibu’s city government prefers to continue to waste the community’s time and taxpayer money on frivolous appeals which hurt all of us in the long run. It’s outrageous!”

Jason Riddick agreed: “Malibu continues its stalling campaign against the property rights of residents by going to absurd lengths to prevent our modest 460-square-foot backyard ADU. The city already found that our planned ADU has no adverse environmental impact. Malibu has lost in court twice now, yet they’re continuing to waste time on a meritless petition for review, only about 5 percent of which are ever even granted. The city makes these poor choices without community input, behind closed doors, at the behest of financially interested outside lawyers, who are funded with our tax dollars. It’s a shame, but we’ll win in the end when they are forced to give us our permit.”

The city did not agree to a Malibu Times request to interview a city official regarding this case. Rather, it relies on statements made in its press release.

The city has filed its petition for review in the California Supreme Court and the Riddicks will respond in due course. The Malibu Times will keep readers informed as this is an important issue concerning attached ADUs in Malibu.

Senior Civil Engineer Andre Ketchedjian at aketchedjian@malibucity.org or calling (310) 456-2489, ext. 299.

“We are here to meet with owners to clarify exactly what repairs must be done to remediate any concerns,” Bundy said.

“Those who need to repair their E3s must obtain the necessary permits, and if urgently needed repairs are required, we can help an owner get the permits expeditiously.”

Noting that there are 25 condo associations in Malibu and each one has 100 or more units, Bundy acknowledged the extent of the program, but emphasized that the city stands ready to help owners to ensure they comply with the laws.

Attendees expressed concerns about the expenses they would incur to comply with the new law. Further, several stated that many architects would not want to conduct the inspections due to liability concerns.

Architect Richard Sol noted that some condos in Malibu were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s and owners may face significant expense in complying with the law.

“It might be very helpful as you try to find a professional to conduct the assessment to contact the original architect or the builder of record because they are already familiar with the property,” Bundy noted.

For more information go to Malibucity. org/E3.

Future Information Meetings are

Scheduled:

April 4, from 12 to 1 p.m.

April 9, from 3 to 4 p.m.

May 16, from 12 to 1 p.m.

Malibu Life

‘The Surf Sounds Loudly’ here: Photo exhibit on display at Surfrider Gallery on the Pier

“Most photographers shoot Malibu scenes in color to capture all the beauty,” Malibu artist Bobbi Bennett said. “I think it’s great that Josh Klein took the traditional black-and-white approach, which captures yet another amazing Malibu aesthetic and creates a sense of mystery about the waves and landscape.”

Bennett was discussing “The Surf Sounds Loudly, Malibu Photographed by Joshua Klein,” an exhibit that opened on March 9 at Surfrider Gallery, which is located above The Malibu Farm Cafe at the end of the Malibu Pier.

Klein’s striking photographs celebrating waves, clouds, and other images along Malibu’s coast are on show through April 7. The Surfside gallery, which sits above the Ranch at the Pier, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Malibu Times was delighted to attend the opening reception. It’s well worth readers’ time to go view this exhibit as Klein’s images provide fresh perspectives of the powerful, artistic waves that undulate along Malibu’s coastline, of the ever-changing, intriguing cloud formations that hover over the beaches and of the rich and varied wildlife that calls the beaches home.

Klein’s images creatively capture Malibu’s natural beauty that attracts people from all

over the world. The photographs are very sharp and depict various beach events in real time.

“I caught the wave along Broad Beach just at the right moment!” Klein said, discussing one of his most moving pieces,

“Surf Spray,” a striking image that makes a viewer feel immersed in its entire composition celebrating the frolicking water that has rushed skyward after a wave crashed along the rocks.

Another of Klein’s works possesses a

The old phrase, “It takes a village to raise a child,” is certainly true in the case of Werkneh Ourga. Many in Malibu remember Werkneh, who arrived in Malibu 16 years ago through the charity Mending Kids. Local families participate by hosting children from all over the world, providing them with life-saving surgeries they would otherwise be unable to undergo in their home countries. One success story is Werkneh Ourga who made a big impression on Malibu.

Werkneh was born into poverty in a remote village in Ethiopia. School was not an option. Working on the family farm was expected but became impossible when large tumors grew on his hands making for an uncertain future.

“My hands were like a soccer ball,” Werkneh recounted.“They became infected and caused a lot of pain.”

Werkneh was sent to an orphanage for extremely sick children in Addis Ababa. “It was a nightmare,” he said, but somehow, he connected with a doctor. “I was fortunate.”

That doctor reached out to Mending Kids with its large presence in Malibu.

A Pepperdine family took Werkneh in for his first surgery at Cedars-Sinai.

“I had never been on an airplane, never seen a car, TV. For me, everything was shocking,” he said, describing himself as

chiaroscuro effect as it captures pelicans flying overhead under diffused rays of sunlight. One senses the warmth of the sun and the sense of the enviable freedom only enjoyed by the airborne birds. “We’re thrilled to host Joshua at Surfrider

Gallery,” Alice Bamford, the gallery owner, said. “He’s a true talent and he is so humble, talented and impactful!”

For more than a decade, Klein has helped to tend the historic Malibu Pier and has

an 8-year-old boy. “I was crying every day, having a hard time. My hand was in pain. I didn’t fit in the culture. The food was different.”

Life changed when Werkneh met a group of Malibu moms at church who had children at Webster Elementary. “I wanted to go to school. I didn’t even know how to write,” he recalled.

The moms brought him to school.

One of Werkneh’s host parents said when he showed up at Webster, a teacher asked

the late principal Phil Cott what to do since Werkneh wasn’t officially enrolled, and Cott answered, “Teach him.”

So Werkneh started fifth grade despite not knowing how to read or write. “I remember being in class holding a book upside down,” he chuckled. He learned quickly and had a gift for making friends. It seemed all the kids and parents at Webster knew Werkneh.

He charmed everyone he encountered.

Nuovo Olloyal

MALIBU SEEN

By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor

A tale of two EuroEateries

Just another languid Sunday. The sun is up an hour earlier, the sky is blue, it’s beautiful because it’s the ’Bu. As prophesied earlier in these pages, Zinque has become a combination of Malibu Kitchen (RIP), Beau Rivage (RIP), Old Place and Bui — may they live forever. Zinque has eliminated its scattershot menus and put them all in one folder, which is nice. On the front of the Zinque menus there is a manifesto about the place, and how Zinque is a derivation of the Parisian Zinc, the concept that is explained in full at thekitchenzink.com:

“Zincs are the keys to their neighborhoods. (Apparently they’re a lot like pubs, but I can’t bear pubs and refuse the comparison.) Habitués treat them like home, coming and going, reading and slandering, daydreaming and grumbling.

“Zincs in Paris today are terrifically laissez-faire. If all you want to do is prop yourself up and tug

on a sandwich mixte, fine. If you want to live dangerously and rendezvous with your mistress and see if anyone catches you, that’s fine too.”

That’s Zinque Malibu: Not just a place to dine and dash. A place to hang out as long as you like. Reading and slandering and daydreaming and grumbling indeed. Swimming fools and movie stars. Bohemians and billionaires. Women dressed like they’re going to the Oscars wandering through at 9 in the morning on a weekday. And now to Nuovo Ollo. It is under new management. New menu. New vibe.

A Malibu Local Who Shall Remain Anonymous (AMLWSRA) spent Christmas in Italy: From Perugia to Rome. Something of a gastronome, AMLWSRA ate and ate and ate some more and came back talking about how different true Italian food tastes and feels: “They take their pasta very seriously there,” AMLWSRA said. “The ingredients just taste and feel fresher than what we get in America. I didn’t think I would experience that again, then I went to the new Ollo. Yay.”

The word of AMLWSRA is not to be taken lightly, so we ended a languid Sunday with a visit to Nuovo Ollo. The place is under new management and one worries the popularity of Zinque was stealing the thunder of a beloved Malibu place with a solid following.

Olloyal, if you will. There are some grumblers and slanderers who won’t darken the doorway of Zinque and are staying Olloyal to Ollo. So now we have the battle of the upstart French fusion place with the time-honored Italian fusion place.

It’s 1494 all over again!

Ollo at around 8 o’clock on a Sunday night wasn’t packed, wasn’t empty. Server Rey came by and was helpful. He asked for drinks and I said, in Spanish, “Limonada, por favor,” but he corrected me and said, “Limonata. I am learning Italian, slowly.”

AMLWSRA perused the menu and pointed out the New Hotness. He said the pizzas are different and better, and he says the pasta is made to order and has the same taste and feel as what he experienced — in Rome — and is more than a little surprised and delighted to experience the same tastes and feels in the Malibu.

Burt’s Eye View: Africa, Part II: Queen of the jungle

PERSPECTIVE

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

On our safari, we saw virtually all the African animals — lions, jackals, hippos, rhinos, crocodiles, baboons, water buffalo, cheetahs, leopards, and on and on. We saw giraffes with eyelashes a Hollywood starlet would die for and elephants who eat around 80 percent of the time and have a waistline to prove it.

What you realize on safari is that most animals spend the predominant part of their lives either finding food or eating it. Not that many centuries ago, man was no different. It is only a recent phenomenon that the supermarket has become our food source.

No animals are more successful in finding food than are the hyenas. They either find a young or sick animal to catch, or they chase other animals from their kills. The ultimate scavenger, they have even been known to chase female lions, cheetahs, and leopards from their kills. Only a male lion will deter a pack of hyenas.

We saw a hyena chase down a month-old gazelle. It’s amazing how quickly a young animal can run for its life. Unfortunately (not for the hyena), the gazelle did not have the stamina and the chase ended in bone-crunching finality. We also witnessed a pack of 20 hyenas hiding in the tall grass patiently waiting for two male lions to leave the remains of a water buffalo they had killed. It is said that a hyena’s feces turn white from the calcium in the bones they consume.

All this brings me to the most amazing thing about hyenas. The female runs the show. She is actually bigger and stronger than her male counterpart, and now I am going to tell you something

MENDING KIDS

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A classroom volunteer, Melissa Merwin, fondly recalled when helping Werkneh read, he asked if he could sing to her. And so, he did.

Werkneh credits Cott for helping jump-start his education and working around his medical visa to enroll at Webster. “For what I’ve gone through, a lot of pain, there are people like that who believe in me,” Werkheh said. “He brought so much light in my life. Everyone was so nice to me.” Werkneh remains friends with Webster students to this day.  After going to Webster, at age 10 Werkneh had to return home. He wasn’t able to help his family, though, due to the disability still affecting his hands,

so his Malibu host family sponsored him at a boarding school to continue his education in Ethiopia and paid for him to return every summer to visit and have surgery.

He’s had 18 surgeries and has more upcoming. An episode of “Grey’s Anatomy” was based on his condition.

In 2016 during government unrest in Ethiopia, Werkneh was “terrified” of possible conscription to the army. When his boarding school was closed for holidays, he had no safe place to go. “It was unstable,” he said. “There were firearms going off. I was traumatized.”

Werkneh came back to Malibu but needed a new host family. Susie and Larry Laffer heard about Werkneh through her brother, Dr. David Kulber,

AMLWSRA ordered the beet salad and the Papa deli Ragu. I asked him how it was but he was like that Carl’s Jr. commercial: “Don’t bother me, I’m eating.”

Because I had been eating like Monsieur Creosote non-stop all day — french fries and chorizo baguette and burned Basque cheesecake — I ordered “ceasar con carne”: Caesar salad with slices of rare-cooked beef. Server Rey said no problem and brought that out with the limonata and then I didn’t feel like talking either.

The next morning, I went to Ollo to have a chat with the new owner, Antonio DeCicco. He is originally from Praiano, Italy, just south of Positano along the Amalfi coast.

Antonio is happy to be in Malibu, because it reminds him of his childhood growing up in the south of Italy where the sea, the good weather, and the good food come together in smooth collision. From the Italian Riviera to the California Riviera.

Antonio looks a bit like Michael “Flashdance” Nouri and when told that, he says, “I have known Michael for many years. He is a good friend.” And when you understand the arc that took Antonio from Praiano to New York City to Los Angeles to Calabasas and now to Malibu, you understand why he knows a lot of people.

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you probably have never heard. The female spotted hyena has a “pseudo penis.” I kid you not. She is not gay or bisexual. She simply carries a fake male member. I know this is a family newspaper, but this biological phenomenon is a fact, not a figment of my imagination. Feel free to look it up if you don’t believe me. So, if you like an assertive female, the hyena is your kind of animal, and the female hyena is most assuredly the queen of the jungle. I do not know the gender of the hyena in the accompanying photo, and I certainly had no intention of getting close enough to inspect its underbelly.

If by some quirk I go upstairs after this life, and I have the opportunity to ask the Lord just one question, it would be this, “Lord, when you gave the female hyena a fake male appendage, what were you thinking?”

his surgeon.

“It was a blessing,” said Werkneh. He lived with the Laffers in Thousand Oaks, attending Westlake High, running track and field, playing soccer, and as a teenager gave TEDx Talks on motivation.

Communities in Malibu, Thousand Oaks, and Pacific Palisades rallied around him to raise money for his asylum case and a green card. After graduating from Westlake in 2017, more fundraisers were held for college and college prep courses. He got a partial scholarship to Azusa Pacific and received financial support from a few local families. A marketing major with a minor in finance, Werkneh graduated from APU in 2023. He became a U.S. citizen in 2022. He now works in the

insurance industry but is looking for a job better suited to his major.  “It’s tough right now,” the 24-year-old reflected. “Not just for me but for a lot of other young people.”

Werkneh lives near Pasadena and is saving for a car. He thanks his many supporters.

“The Malibu community has been really amazing to me,” he said. “They welcomed me. I apply all I learned, those principles. I’m appreciative of what all the families did, supporting me, believing in me. They showed me work ethics, being a good person brings amazing things in life.”

Susie Laffer commented, “He had a lot of moms.”

Werkneh wrote a book aptly titled, “Helping Hands.” He’s looking for a publisher.

After attending a hospitality school in Naples, his first job was at the Hotel San Pietro in Praiano, which Antonio claimed Robin Leach called “his favorite hotel in the whole world.” In the early ’80s he crossed the Atlantic and was an up-front man at Le Cirque, which was one of the chicest restaurants in the world: “I was working the door and Sinatra came through and put a $100 bill in my hand,” Antonio remembered, as he smiled quietly to himself. “Where I come from — and especially my father — that was like being handed a hundred from God. I said, ‘Mr. Sinatra, grazie, but I cannot accept this.’ Frank said to me, ‘Kid, in this country when someone gives you a hundred, you f@#$$g take it.’”

Antonio worked at Le Cirque through the Roaring ’80s and has many, many stories to tell. In 1989, he went west to grow with the country, landing in Los Angeles, on his feet, at the genesis of Toscana Brentwood: “I was one of the first employees and was there for 20 great years. The owners and the employees, they’re like family to me.”

Antonio saw a lot of changes around Brentwood in 20 years, and that motivated him to move a little further west, to Calabasas, where he and his wife Susan could raise their three children in

a safer place, with good schools. Going back 30 years, Antonio would jog along Malibu Road and grew an appreciation of the well-preserved beauty of Malibu — a quiet, sunny coastal strip between craggy dry mountains and the deep blue sea. He remembers going to Coogies and dreaming, “It would be nice to own this one day.”

And now he does. Talked into it a bit by local winetrepeneur Steve Wallace, Antonio saw his opportunity when the longtime owner Nate Heydari made noises about selling. “The deal took a year, and I have been slowly making changes for the last three months,” Antonio said.

Those changes were evident in that Sunday meal, because Antonio is Italian, from the Amalfi coast, and food is the only thing more important than shaking hands with Sinatra. And now

Ollo is evolving into Nuovo

Ollo. Antonio has plans based on his experience going backward through Toscana and Le Cirque and all the way back to the Amalfi Coast: “I want to create a place where different people can mingle and gather, make plans, make friends. This is the sort of thing that evolves. I love Malibu. I like the energy here. The people. So this is going to evolve, but I’m excited by the possibilities and feel lucky to be back here.”

kept a watchful eye over the State Park where it is located. He enjoys immersing himself in the ocean’s rhythms and observing — and at times fortuitously capturing an image of — those random, unpredictably magical moments when there is sweet light and waves strike rocks, the pier, beaches, or bluffs with enormous power, yielding airborne pulses of water projecting upward in a mid-air ballet.

“The native Chumash called this ribbon land, where a continent crashes into the expanse of the Pacific, Humaliwo, which translates to ‘where the surf sounds loudly,’” Klein noted. “These images are the Malibu I have known and the photographs evolved organically on early morning walks or after my waking up to the moon dancing across the surf beneath my window.”

Klein explains that he captured his unique images in the quiet hours during his morning walks or his commute to the pier.

Klein’s journey with photography began when he was a teen living in Paris during his high school years. He began his career in New York.

“When I was 30, I made my way west to LA and even when I lived above the lights of the city, Malibu was always the dream,” Klein said.

Klein’s photography affinity has taken him from the backstage of fashion shows to remote Saharan villages and across much of California.

As guests entered the exhibit, they paused breathlessly, taking in the gorgeously-lit rotunda space overlooking Surfrider Beach as it embraced Klein’s intriguing images, which have a rugged texture to them, leading one patron to verify that they were indeed photographs, as opposed to, perhaps, charcoal or penciled works.

“It’s a superb space to view Klein’s art,” commented Francisco Pugliese. “I am very familiar with the Leica camera he used and its image quality — his works display the excellent resolution and black-and-white textures that one can only accomplish with high-quality lenses such as Leicas.”

Kirandeep Singh commented about how moving Klein’s images were for him.

“When one actually looks closely at the photographs, he sees the beauty of all that Malibu has to offer and it makes you feel you are invited to enjoy those wonders,” he said.

“I’m delighted to share my images at the Surfrider Gallery,” Klein said. “I also am working on a project at

Versailles where I am photographing the fountains there and those pictures are on show at Ritz Paris.”

Ernest Hemingway once commented, “When I dream of an afterlife in heaven, the action takes place in the Ritz Paris.”

Although viewing Klein’s images of the world-famous Versailles in

Paris is no doubt wonderful, those who admire Malibu’s magical waves, gorgeous cloud formations, and various species will find Klein’s striking portrayals of Malibu’s wondrous elements heavenly right here at the Surfrider Gallery.

To view Joshua Klein’s work visit joshuatreestudio.com

Hyena, queen of the jungle, makes her way through the grass in Africa. Photo taken by Burt Ross

SPORTS

Wong leads Waves women’s golf to tournament victory in Bay Area

Pepperdine tops in Silicon Valley Showcase for third tournament win of the 2023-24 campaign

By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Pepperdine Waves women’s golfer Jeneath Wong led the Waves to a tournament triumph last week.

The sophomore from Melbourne, Australia, was the top finisher in a field of over 50 golfers from 10 different schools as Pepperdine won the two-day Silicon Valley Showcase on at Green Hills Country Club in Millbrae on March 12.

Wong now has one collegiate victory un-

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der her belt. She finished in second place in The Show at Spanish Trial in Las Vegas a week earlier.

Waves head coach Laurie Gibbs said she and assistant coach Kacey Dalpes are proud of how well their squad played in the less than ideal weather conditions — heavy winds and rain — in Millbrae, a Bay Area city northeast of San Francisco.

“Jeneath’s first college win was very impressive, especially after also finishing tied for second last week,” Gibbs noted. “The players really enjoy competing together as teammates.”

Wong shot a 206 (68-68-70) in the tournament triumph. She shot 7-under to win by a four-stroke margin over second-place Riana Mission of San Francisco.

Wong went 1-under in her final 12 holes to finish the tournament. She had eight birdies in 36 holes on the first day of the tournament.

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A.P.N.: 4469-037-028

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 1,794,420.07.

Pepperdine won with a three-round score of 857 (287-283-287). The squad had a 35-stroke margin over second-place UCLA, the third-ranked team nationally. San Jose State finished third; San Francisco placed fourth; and Santa Clara finished in fifth.

The Waves now have three tournament wins in the 2023-24 campaign heading

into the three-day Fresno State Classic on March 24. Pepperdine won the Dick McGuire Invitational and Golfweek Red Sky Classic last September.

Pepperdine’s Lion Higo, a senior, and Lauren Gomez, a junior, tied for third in the Silicon Valley Showcase. Higo scored 215 (72-72-71). She shot 1-under the first

LEGAL NOTICES

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

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 beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www.altisource.com/LoginPage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2023-00774-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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (877)-518-5700, or visit this internet website  https://www.realtybid.com/, using the file number assigned to this case 2023-00774-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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: February 21, 2024

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary

C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003

Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 https://www.altisource.com/LoginPage.aspx

Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT.

ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. AURORA CREATIVE, AURORA AGEN-

CY 1122 HARTZELL ST, PAQCIFIC PALISADES, CA 90272, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. AURORA MARKETING LLC

1122 HARTZELL ST, PACIFIC PALISADES, CA 90272

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

CA

This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/2024. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime).

Signed, AURORA MARKETING LLC, SPENCER KLEYWEG,

CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 3/6/2024.

NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERAL-

LY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE

ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT 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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2024046666

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1. SCOTT’S BODYWORK THERAPY, SCOTT’S WELLNESS MASSAGE

6246 RAMIREZ MESA DR., MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s): 1. SCOTT CHRISTIAN HORTON 6264 RAMIREZ MESA 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: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he

six holes of the final day and nailed a birdie on one of the last holes. Gomez scored 215 (74-70-71). She had a birdie on the fifth hole and shot 2-over in the next eight holes and then had an eagle. Gomez was one of two players in the tournament to eagle.

Senior Kaleiya Romero finished 10th with a score of 221 (73-73-75). She had seven birdies in the event, including four in the last round.

Yingzhi Zhu, a sophomore, tied for 30th with a score of 235 (76-80-79). She had four birdies, including one on the last day.

Wong, an All-West Coast Conference first-teamer last season, has placed in the top 10 in three consecutive events and has seven top-10 placements in her two seasons so far.

Pepperdine will compete in the threeday Silverado Showdown in Napa beginning on April 8. The West Coast Conference Championships will come April 19-21 in Bremerton, Washington.

OLATION 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: 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4/2024

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 24SMCP00128

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: FLORA JANE MANTARAS JENSEN

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner: FLORA JANE MANTARAS JENSEN a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: a. FLORA JANE MANTARAS JENSEN Proposed Name: FLORA JENSEN, Present Name: b. ARLO GALISTEO MANTARAS JENSEN Proposed Name: ARLO JENSEN

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: 05/03/2024 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:

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4/2024 The Malibu Times

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 24SMCP00117

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: LISA JOANNE MCGEE

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner: LISA JOANNE MCGEE a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: LISA JOANNE MCGEE Proposed Name: LISAJO MCGEE

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: APRIL 26, 24 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS AN-

GELES

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: 3/1/2024

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB:

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Waves sophomore Jeneath Wong finished first in a field of 50 golfers, and led the Pepperdine women’s golf team to victory in the Silicon Valley Showcase. Photo courtesy Pepperdine Athletics.

respect to matters concerning the City’s programs and projects targeted to serve young people in the community. The commission implements, with the assistance of appropriate members of the City staff and within budget limits, events, programs, and activities for the young people of the community and also holds fund-raising events to further the work of the Youth Commission. All money raised will be restricted so that it is used exclusively to support the work of the Commission, its events, programs, and activities.

Any students in grades 7th through 12th in the 2024-2025 school year who either live or attend school within the City of Malibu are eligible and recommended to apply.

The deadline to submit applications for consideration of appointment has been extended to Friday, April 19, 2024 at 4:00pm at MalibuCity.org/YouthCommission. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Please contact Amanda Rigali at arigali@malibucity.org with any questions. We encourage applications to be submitted as soon as possible.

Publish: March 21, 2024

Amanda Rigali, Recreation Coordinator

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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

Hearing Date and Time: Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Hearing Location: Hall of Administration, 500 W. Temple Street (Basement), Assessment Appeal Board Hearing Room B4 (Board Room C), Los Angeles, CA 90012. Virtual (Online) at bit.ly/ZOOM-HO. By phone at (669) 444-9171 or (719) 359-4580 (ID: 824 5573 9842).

Project No.: PRJ2022-003989-(3)

Project Location: 33333 Mulholland Highway within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area

Applicant: David Murray Sumner

CEQA Categorical Exemption: Class 33 (Small Habitat Restoration Projects)

Project Description: Restoration of unpermitted vegetation removal

More information: Shawn Skeries 320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. sskeries@planning.lacounty.gov. planning.lacounty.gov.

Case Material: https://bit.ly/PRJ2022-003989

If you need reasonable accommodations or auxiliary aids, contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at (213) 974-6488 (Voice) or (213) 617-2292 (TDD) with at least 3 business days’ advanced notice.

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NOTICE OF PERMIT REQUEST

This is to inform you that an Administrative Coastal Development Permit has been filed for the property located below, pursuant to Section 22.44.940 of the Los Angeles County Zoning Code. The Director of Regional Planning shall make a decision regarding this permit request after 30 days of this public notice. Any individual opposed to the granting of this permit may express written opposition to the Director by April 17, 2024. Please note all correspondence received by Los Angeles County Planning shall be considered a public record.

Project No.: PRJ2024-000818-(3)

Project Location: 2063 Delphine Lane, Calabasas, CA within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area

Applicant: Michael Kahn CEQA Categorical Exemption: Class 3

Project Description: 51 roof-mounted solar modules and appurtenant equipment including junction boxes, and associated wiring affixed to the existing single-family residence.

More information: Jon Schneider 320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. jschneider@planning.lacounty.gov

Case Material: https://bit.ly/PRJ2024-000818

If you need reasonable accommodations or auxiliary aids, contact the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at (213) 974-6488 (Voice) or (213) 617-2292 (TDD) with at least 3 business days’ advanced notice.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is given that Request for Proposals for the Job Order Contract(JOC) System and Related Consulting Services (BRC0000437) contract, will be received per the instructions listed on the RFP until 5:30 pm, Thursday, April 18, 2024. A mandatory proposers’ conference will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams Meeting Online Events. To participate, the proposers will need to sign-in using the electronic sign-in sheet through the link listed below. A copy of the RFP may be obtained by accessing the link at http://pw.lacounty.gov/ brcd/servicecontracts or will be e-mailed or mailed to you upon request by calling (626) 458-4069 or TDD at (626) 282-7829.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION

The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, April 15, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA, on the projects identified below.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 24-003 - An application to allow for the operation of Clark’s Oyster Bar, a new 3,016 square-foot restaurant use with outdoor seating and a California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control License Type 47 (On-Sale General – Eating Place) to allow the onsite service of alcohol; this conditional use permit shall be in compliance with Planning Commission Resolution No. 20-17, including but not limited to no live entertainment or amplified sound music and hours of operation 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM Friday through Saturday; previous approvals for the Cross Creek Ranch shopping center (formerly known as La Paz Ranch) are available at malibucity.org/lapaz

Location: 23465 Civic Center Way, Building 2, Suite 210

APN: 4458-022-032

Zoning: Town Center Overly District within the Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District

Applicant/Owner: Cross Creek Ranch Malibu, LLC

Appealable to: City Council Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guideline Section 15301

Application Filed: January 2, 2024

Case Planner: Richard Mollica, Planning Director rmollica@malibucity.org

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 24-004 – An application to allow for the operation of Pura Vida Miami, a new 2,469 square-foot restaurant use with outdoor seating; no service of alcohol is proposed; this conditional use permit shall be in compliance with Planning Commission Resolution No. 20-17, including but not limited to no live entertainment or amplified sound music and hours of operation

11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM Friday through Saturday; previous approvals for the Cross Creek Ranch shopping center (formerly known as La Paz Ranch) are available at malibucity. org/lapaz

Location: 23465 Civic Center Way, Building 7, Suite 705

APN: 4458-022-032

Zoning: Town Center Overlay District within the Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District

Applicant/Owner: Cross Creek Ranch Malibu, LLC

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guidelines Section 15301

Application Filed: January 2, 2024

Case Planner: Richard Mollica, Planning Director rmollica@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 17-093, SITE

PLAN REVIEW NO. 17-061, MINOR MODIFICATION

NO. 17-020, AND DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 19-019

- An application to demolish an existing single-family residence and for construction of a new single-family residence, swimming pool, tennis court, onsite wastewater treatment system, and associated development; including a site plan review for height in excess of 18 feet up to a maximum of 28 feet for a pitched roof and a demolition permit the demolition of an existing single-family residence and associated development

Location: 32752 Pacific Coast Highway

APN: 4473-016-008

Zoning: Rural Residential-Two Acre (RR-2)

Applicant: Schmitz and Associates, Inc.

Owner: Pacific Highway Sunshine, LLC

Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guidelines Sections 15301(l), 15303(a), and 15303(e)

Application Filed: September 26, 2017

Case Planner: Raneika Brooks, Senior Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 276 rbrooks@malibucity.org

EXTENSION OF COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

NO. 14-079, CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 23005, LOT MERGER NO. 14-001, VARIANCE NO. 14-058, SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 14-056, AND MINOR MODI-

FICATION NO. 14-017 - A request to extend the Planning Commission’s approval of an application for the construction of a new 4,725 square foot, two-story single-family residence with a 593 square foot attached garage and 1,000 square foot basement, 600 square foot detached art studio, swimming pool, spa, flatwork, grading, fencing, gates, landscaping, soldier pile slope stabilization, onsite wastewater treatment system; including a variance for construction on slopes greater than 2.5 to 1, site plan review for construction up to 24 feet with a flat roof, minor modification for a 50 percent reduction of the required front yard setback, and lot merger to combine two adjacent legal lots into one lot

Location: 27136 Sea Vista Drive

APN(s): 4460-009-007

Zoning: Rural Residential-Two Acre (RR-2)

Applicant: Studion34.com

Owner: HH & HK, LLC

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guidelines Sections 15303 and 15305

Extension Filed: November 9, 2023

Case Planner: Adrian Fernandez, Assistant Planning Director (310) 456-2489, extension 482 afernandez@malibucity.org

For the projects identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Director has analyzed these proposed projects and found that they are listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have

a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the projects are categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. The Planning Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to these projects (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).

Extension requests will be presented on consent calendar based on staff’s recommendation but any person wishing to be heard may request at the beginning of the meeting to have the application addressed separately. Please see the recording secretary before start of the meeting to have an item removed from consent calendar.

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

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

LOCAL APPEAL – A decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council by an aggrieved person by written statement setting forth the grounds for appeal. An appeal shall be filed with the City Clerk within ten days following the date of action (15 days for tentative maps) for which the appeal is made and shall be accompanied by an appeal form and filing fee, as specified by the City Council. Appeal forms may be found online at www. malibucity.org/planningforms or in person at City Hall, or by calling (310) 456-2489, extension 246.

COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the Planning Commission’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.

IF YOU CHALLENGE THE CITY’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING

DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: March 21, 2024

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION

The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, April 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference on the projects identified below.

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 24-006 AND

DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 24-010 - An application for construction of a previously approved 900 square foot second unit, plus a 497 square foot mechanical room (with a floor-to-ceiling height not to exceed six feet) and a 440 square foot garage, onsite wastewater treatment system, 1,123 square foot deck, 2,600 square feet of impermeable coverage, partial demolition of an existing accessory structure, demolition of two sheds totaling 236 square feet and other associated site improvements

Location: 5845 Clover Heights Ave

APN: 4469-013-010

Zoning: Rural Residential, Two-Acre (RR-2)

Applicant: Marissa Coughlan

Owner: Alan and Thordis Carson Trust

Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301(a), 15303(a), and 15303(e)

Application Filed: February 15, 2024

Case Planner: Richard Mollica, Planning Director (310) 456-2489, extension 346 rmollica@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-075 - An application for the replacement of a deteriorated Southern California Edison power pole within the public right-of-way

Location: 24002.5 Harbor Vista Drive

Nearest APN: 4458-025-017

Nearest Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)

Applicant: Southern California Edison

Owner: City of Malibu Public Right-of-Way

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guidelines Section 15303(d)

Application Filed: December 14, 2023

Case Planner: Tyler Eaton, Senior Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 273 teaton@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-022 - An ap-

plication for the replacement of a deteriorated Southern California Edison power pole within the public right-of-way

Location: 3016.5 Malibu Canyon Road

Nearest APN: 4458-029-016

Nearest Zoning: Research and Development (RD)

Applicant: Southern California Edison

Owner: City of Malibu Public Right-of-Way

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA

Guidelines Section 15303(d)

Application Filed: April 12, 2023

Case Planner: Tyler Eaton, Senior Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 273 teaton@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-071 - An application for the replacement of a deteriorated Southern California Edison power pole within the public rightof-way

Location: 3204.5 Malibu Canyon Road

Nearest APN: 4458-024-012

Nearest Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)

Applicant: Southern California Edison

Owner: City of Malibu Public Right-of-Way

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(d)

Application Filed: December 14, 2023

Case Planner: Tyler Eaton, Senior Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 273 teaton@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-072 - An application for the replacement of a deteriorated Southern California Edison power pole within the public rightof-way

Location: 3212.5 Malibu Canyon Road

Nearest APN: 4458-024-012

Nearest Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)

Applicant: Southern California Edison

Owner: City of Malibu Public Right-of-Way

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(d)

Application Filed: December 14, 2023

Case Planner: Tyler Eaton, Senior Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 273 teaton@malibucity.org

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 22-050 AND DEMOLITION PERMIT NO. 23-025 - An application for the demolition of an existing 1,215 square foot single-family residence and construction of a new 5,333 square foot, single-story, single-family residence and attached two-car garage, 443 square foot art studio, afterthe-fact conversion of an existing 429 square foot garage to a second unit, grading, swimming pool, spa, water feature, landscaping, hardscape, and onsite wastewater treatment system

Location: 6551 Zumirez Drive

APN(s): 4466-004-009

Zoning: Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR-1)

Applicant: Luis Tena Design

Owners: Bethany Mayer and Rogan Gregory

Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a), 15303(d), 15303(e), and 15301(l)(1)

Application Filed: August 16, 2022

Case Planner: Courtney Brown, Associate Planner (310) 456-2489, extension 268 cbrown@malibucity.org

For the projects identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Director has analyzed these proposed projects and found that they are listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the projects are categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. The Planning Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to these projects (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).

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

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

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Girls squad eyes

Citrus Coast League title, while under-manned boys team aims for personal bests

The Malibu High Sharks boys and girls swim teams’ seasons are going swimmingly.

The girls squad is winning meets and has their sights set on a Citrus Coast League championship, while the boys group — despite being outnumbered by competing teams — outswims the competition in any almost every event they dive into.

Sharks coach Mike Mulligan said all the swimmers are performing well.

“Some of the kids are getting their best times,” he said. “They are all training really hard.”

The Sharks girls finished in third place at the Citrus Coast League Championships last spring. Currently, they sit at second place in the league standings.

Mulligan said the team has the talent to be the best team in the league. The girls are versatile swimmers, he added.

“They are working hard and really allowing us to move them anywhere in the swim meet,” Mulligan explained. “They swim all the strokes really well. It’s nice that they are all interchangeable.”

The girls team includes Ally Burke, Frankie Little, Camille Garvin, Izzy Morris, Tallula Murphree, Tallulah Quartararo, Nina Sichta, Stevie Sturges, Olivia Wild Mullarky, and Ceylon Zappa.

Burke has swam some of her best times in the 50 freestyle and 100 freestyle this season. Murphree has swam four times that could qualify her for the CIF championships later this spring. Sichta and Morris have also registered impressive swim times. Zappa, a sophomore, has shined in the breaststroke, Mulligan noted.

“She is swimming with confidence and a lot of speed,” he said. “She took it upon herself to do club swimming. That has helped her with her speed and strength.”

The Malibu girls lost a home meet to Carpinteria, a skilled team, on March 13 by a slim margin. Mulligan stated that the bunch swam well and will learn from the shortfall.

“We saw what Carpinteria’s strengths are, and where we can attack them at

league finals,” he said.

Hayden Goldberg, another Malibu coach, said the league championship is within the girls’ grasp.

“We have a chance to win league once we put our horses in the right races,” he said. “That is very, very exciting.”

The Sharks hosted Agoura on Tuesday and have two home meets — April 10 hosting Fillmore and April 17 against Nordoff — before the league title races begin at Carpinteria on April 23.

The boys team also has high swimming hopes this season, but has one drawback. There are only six members on the team, so while the boys are victorious in most of the events they are in, they are outnumbered in the pool by every team they face.

Mulligan said the Sharks boys’ record isn’t a proper reflection on how good they are.

“We have three or four guys that are top-notch swimmers and whatever events they are swimming, they are winning,” he noted. “Just because you win a race doesn’t mean you score enough to win an event. We can’t get swimmers in every event, so we have some events with no swimmers.”

“We are looking to achieve their personal bests,” added Goldberg.

Mulligan also said Malibu could have one or two swimmers in an event, while competing teams have three swimmers.

The boys team includes Thomas Drummond, Ryder Lippman, Nico Marazzi, Ranger Murphree, Tristan Sturgeon, and Filip Kurial, the Malibu record holder in the 50 and 100 freestyle races.

The senior Kurial, who will swim for the UC San Diego Tritons collegiately, had swam in only two of Malibu’s meets so far this season at press time because he was sick at one time and training for a club team swim event another. He has still swam four CIF-qualifying times.

Goldberg said Kurial is one of the best swimmers in Malibu High’s history.

“It’s been an honor to watch Filip,” he said. “He has put his head down and grinded every single hour that he could. The other day, we had a swim meet, and he stayed after the swim meet to swim for an hour. He’s humble. He is not out there saying anything. He lets his actions speak for himself.”

The coaches are looking forward to the boys team’s match against a talented Nordhoff bunch.

Mulligan is optimistic for the boys and girls Sharks at league finals.

“Expectations of the girls team [are] to win [the] league title and get four or five top swimmers into CIF,” he said. “For the boys, it’s to be competitive at league finals and get a few individual champions.”

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