da Bundy, the City of Malibu’s community development manager. “The owners of 212 properties have their certificates of occupancy, some of which include owners of properties that were damaged, but not entirely destroyed.”
As city officials work to move on from this year’s devastating Palisades Fire, they still remember the damage and aftermath of a Malibu blaze that happened seven years ago.
“Malibu lost 465 single-family residences in the Woolsey Fire and 150 accessory structures were also damaged or destroyed,” said Yolan-
The 97,000-acre Woolsey Fire damaged more than 300 structures, destroyed another 1,600, and left three dead in the Santa Monica Mountains in 2018.
In the aftermath of the disastrous Palisades Fire, Bundy states that the Woolsey Fire rebuilders are still of paramount importance to her and
Empty chairs, heavy hearts: LA remembers 711 Lives lost to traffic violence
On Tuesday, Nov. 11, the community came together to pay tribute to the men and women whose courage and sacrifice have protected the freedoms Americans hold dear. The 26th annual
Veterans Day ceremony, thoughtfully organized by Ani Dermenjian, chairwoman of the Malibu Veterans Public Ceremony Committee, united veterans, their families, local students, and civic leaders for a meaningful day of remembrance, celebration, and heartfelt gratitude. Calling the event a “success,” Dermen-
jian reflected on the remarkable growth of the ceremony over the years. “The first year I did this, we had 30 attendees,” she said. “We’ve made a promise to the city that this is going to be an annual event — rain or shine, COVID or not. Even during COVID, we did this via
On Sunday, Nov. 16, downtown Los Angeles transformed into a sea of remembrance as 711 empty black chairs adorned with yellow roses filled nearly four city blocks around City Hall Park Center. Each chair represented a life lost to traffic violence in Los Angeles County in 2024, a visual tribute that resonated with families, advocates, and the community at large during the World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims (WDoR).
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The event, a collaboration among Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE), The Emily Shane Foundation, the California Office of Traffic Safety
Malibu luxury brand Chrome Hearts has just bought a piece of the Malibu landscape — the iconic Surfrider Hotel in the heart of Malibu. The landmark hotel sits right across from Surfrider Beach and the Malibu Pier, known the world over. The $37.5 million off-market transaction was brokered by the boutique firm The Marella Group, which specializes in smaller high-
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After a powerful storm system drenched Southern California over the weekend, Malibu was relieved the damage wasn’t worse — but officials remain on high alert for another round of heavy rain expect-
end retail and hospitality brands. The Marella Group represented both buyer and seller.
The high-priced deal for the 20-room boutique inn on Pacific Coast Highway amounts to roughly $1.8 million a room, making it one of the most expensive hotel sales on a per-room basis locally.
The Surfrider Hotel was built to serve the burgeoning Malibu surf scene in 1953. Eventually becoming tired and run-down, the historic property was purchased in 2017 by architect and hotelier Matthew Goodwin,
ed later this week. While the region avoided catastrophic flooding or major mudflows, the storm delivered exactly what officials warned: rockslides, debris flows, minor road flooding, and closures of key canyon routes. Saturated hillsides, particularly in recent burn areas from the Palisades and Franklin Fires,
turned canyon roads into hazard zones as boulders tumbled onto roadways and mud washed across lanes.
Saturday morning saw the first significant impacts. Caltrans reported multiple minor debris flows and small-to-medium
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Aerial view of the Woolsey Fire showing the estates of Mark Hamill and other homeowners whose properties were protected by Bobby Milstein’s
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OPINION
Recovery in Malibu: A Community Journey
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Serving Malibu is not just a role; it is a calling. Every action taken by the City, every process improved, and every challenge met is guided by a commitment to the people and the community we serve. Recovery here is about more than rebuilding structures; it is about restoring lives, nurturing resilience, and creating a future where every family feels supported, safe, and empowered.
Recovery in Malibu has never been about statistics alone. It is about ensuring that every home is rebuilt safely, responsibly, and in harmony with the City’s unique natural environment. Progress is measured not just in permits, but in the dedication of residents, volunteer, City staff, design professionals, and contractors who have spent countless
hours turning devastation into renewal.
Rebuilding Malibu is more than a municipal responsibility; it is a shared commitment born of care, hope, and community. Residents have faced unimaginable loss, yet their courage and resilience light the path forward. The City is here to stand with them every step of the way, easing processes, advocating for fair insurance outcomes, and ensuring that each home rebuilt is not just a structure, but a place where families heal, dreams are renewed, and the community grows stronger together.
What defines Malibu is not the fires that swept through it, but the spirit that rose from the ashes. From neighbors helping neighbors to volunteers lending expertise, and City staff working tirelessly behind the scenes, this recovery has been—and will continue to be—a testament to Malibu’s heart, strength, and perseverance. Every action, big or small, is a step toward hope and healing.
Throughout this process, the City of Malibu remains committed to transparency, accountability, and ongoing progress. Information is shared openly, public input is valued, and residents are engaged at every
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stage. As of mid-November, Malibu’s rebuild progress includes:
• 421 building permits issued for repairs, damages, and rebuilding activities
• 180 planning submittals received, with 106 planning applications approved 16 single-family home permits issued, with more expected before month’s end
• Malibu’s rebuild progress is updated lived on the dashboard at: MalibuRebuilds.org/rebuild-dashboard
Each number represents a home, a family, and a tangible step toward recovery. These are not just statistics—they are milestones of hope and proof that Malibu is coming back stronger.
Building in Malibu is uniquely challenging, with steep hillsides, coastal bluffs, and environmentally sensitive terrain. Projects are subject to rigorous state and federal environmental laws, as well as
geotechnical and coastal regulations designed to ensure long-term safety. These are not “red tape” burdens; they are life-safety protections that safeguard families and the community for generations.
The City continues to take every step to reduce administrative barriers and support residents in rebuilding: Adopting Disaster Rebuild Ordinances to simplify permitting and strengthen resilience
• Implementing the Fee Waiver Program to eliminate City planning and building permit fees for like-for-like, owner-occupied homes
• Launching Archistar, an AI platform to speed plan review and ensure consistent approvals
Creating MalibuRebuilds.org, a one-stop online hub guiding homeowners through every step of the process
Holding weekly coordination meetings with neighborhood zone captains help resolve issues
promptly, while the Rebuild Center offers one-on-one assistance from our chief building official Merging the Planning and Environmental Sustainability Departments into a single Community Development Department to improve efficiency and communication
Each initiative is designed with one goal: to help our families rebuild faster, more affordably, and more safely.
The road to full recovery is not a sprint; it is a climb. We see the heartbreak, the struggles, and the determination of every family rebuilding their lives. With each foundation laid, each roof raised, and each family returning home, Malibu is not just restoring structures—it is restoring hope, community, and belonging. The City stands ready to help every step of the way. Together, we are proving that Malibu can recover, rebuild, and emerge stronger than ever.
The power grab behind the appeal: Defending a deadly fantasy
On Nov. 12, the Malibu Township Council filed their appeal to kill the $55 million PCH Safety Project. Not delay it. Not improve it. Kill it. Forever.
Bill Sampson (president), John Mazza (vice president and Planning Commissioner, who cast the only dissenting vote), Dru Ann Jacobsen (treasurer), Patt Healy, Rosemarie Ihde, Jo Drummond, Ryan Embree, Ann Doneen, Judi Pace, and Richard Lawrence have all agreed that streetlights are worse than traffic deaths.
Consider the institutional corruption here: John Mazza voted NO as a Planning Commissioner, lost 4-1, then sat as vice president while his organization filed an appeal to overturn the democratic decision he couldn’t stop. This isn’t governance — it’s a rigged system where the same people get multiple chances to block what they oppose.
Whether you agree with any specific development or not, who appointed them to determine our future? When did we agree that serial obstructionists could hold life-saving infrastructure hostage?
I refuse to stay diplomatic about this.
The MTC has spent years masquerading as community representatives while systematically undermining every decision they dislike. They’re not preserving anything — they’re killing people through procedural warfare while hiding behind environmental rhetoric.
Whether you agree or disagree with any particular project, the point is that death by procedure is wrong — it’s manipulation to achieve your own goals. This isn’t about the merits of individual developments. It’s about a small group weaponizing appeals to override outcomes whenever they don’t get their way.
And if they lose at City Council? They’ll appeal to the Coastal Commission. If they lose there, they’ll seek another venue. There’s no end to their systematic obstruction because they refuse to accept any democratic decision that doesn’t align with their vision. They’ll appeal and re-appeal until they find someone who agrees with them or until the delays kill the project entirely.
Death by procedure
The MTC has mastered delaying projects through an appeals strategy.
The Malibu Inn Motel Project: a 37-page appeal with 20 separate challenges that postponed it for two years before it was ultimately rejected in 2024. Multiple developments were drained of resources through systematic appeals, creating endless review cycles.
The City Council has already reviewed this PCH project, followed by the Planning Commission twice, and now it is back to the Council, followed by the Coastal Commission. The MTC pays $700 to file appeals. We spend thousands on staff time to handle their obstruction. A single appeal takes 16 hours of staff work — time that could be used to process permits for the 700-plus families trying to rebuild after fires.
Their strategy: File appeals, drag projects through endless reviews, watch funding expire. It’s governance by attrition.
The $55 million reality check
Here’s what the MTC’s semantic games ignore: Caltrans is running a $1.5 billion deficit. They will gladly redirect $55 million from a project tied up in appeals to one that can move forward immediately.
Federal and state transportation funding follows “use-it-or-lose-it” rules. If this appeal causes delays, we not only risk losing this project but also our last chance. Caltrans will then redirect this money to communities that genuinely prioritize safety improvements.
But there’s an even greater cost: Malibu will lose the goodwill with partners we’ve built this year after the Palisades Fire. Our already fragile reputation as a difficult partner will only worsen. This could jeopardize future PCH safety projects, fire resilience efforts, and any initiative that relies on strategic partnerships built on trust. We’re not just risking this $55 million — we’re risking our ability to secure future funding if partners decide we’re not worth the procedural hassles.
The deadly fantasy they’re defending
Here’s the truth they refuse to face: The vision they’re lying to us about never existed and will never exist.
Examine the evidence. Consider Emily and Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams — four Pepperdine students who died in October 2023. Review the 61 people who have died since 2010 alone. Their deaths demonstrate that the MTC’s vision is a dangerous illusion.
Finally — finally — we have a chance to make a change. We have $55 million to start building the safety infrastructure this highway should have had for decades.
And nine people said no. They believe their fantasy is more important than the harsh
A challenge to every grieving family
I defy anyone who has lost a loved one on PCH to oppose this funding.
Look me in the eye. Tell me that safety isn’t a human right. Tell me that guardrails and crosswalks matter less than maintaining some mythical aesthetic that never existed safely in the first place. Tell me that your dead child, sibling, parent, or friend would want you to block the infrastructure that could have saved their life. You can’t do it. Because once you’ve held your child’s broken body, once you’ve sat in that hospital room or stood at that graveside, you understand what the MTC refuses to acknowledge: This is exactly why we pay taxes. This is exactly what government is supposed to do. Every day you remain silent, you’re responsible for the next death. The MTC aims to make survival dependent on their approval. That’s not governance — it’s approved murder masked as environmental concern.
Nov. 24: The choice
Next year is an election year. Let’s hope we all remember who opposed making PCH safer.
Caltrans has already made significant concessions to community concerns: reducing proposed lights by 36%, agreeing to inspect all new lights for Dark Skies compliance, cutting bike lane coverage by 33%, and committing to collaborate with Pepperdine and first responders before finalizing sidewalk plans. These are substantial design changes showing
good faith efforts to address local input. And the MTC’s response? Still not good enough. Still filing appeals to kill the entire project.
Is this a perfect solution? No. I can suggest 20 changes I’d like made. But I’m an adult, and I realize that the greater good is more important than satisfying every individual preference.
The Nov. 24 City Council vote is your line in the sand. Show up, or accept the next tragedy. Every empty seat in that chamber represents a vote for the status quo that has claimed 61 lives since 2010. Every person who stays home is signaling to the MTC that they can keep their shadow government obstruction going with your approval.
Don’t you dare complain about the next tragedy if you can’t be bothered to show up for this one.
Everyone who believes human life is more important than rural paradise fantasies should be in that chamber. Bring your neighbors. Bring your friends. Fill every seat and overflow into the hallways if necessary.
Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Silverstein: bsilverstein@ malibucity.org
• Mayor Marianne Riggins: mriggins@malibucity.org
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Tell them: “Deny the MTC appeal. Support the PCH Safety Project.”
The moment of truth
The MTC embodies all that’s wrong w ith our dysfunction — favoring process over progress, ideology over evidence, and the voices of the few over the needs of the many. Here’s what will happen if you let them win: Another family will get the call. Another parent will identify their child’s body. Another spouse will plan a funeral. Another family will join the Empty Chair Club, and they’ll ask the same question mine did: “How was this allowed to happen?”
And you’ll finally get your answer: because nine unelected people filed an appeal, and the community couldn’t be bothered to show up and stop them. Their appeal is the final gasp of a shadow government that has lost every argument except the procedural ones Don’t let them win through appeals what they could never win through democracy.
The next empty chair might be in your house. The Empty Chair Club’s waiting list is now complete; no new members are being accepted
The MTC thinks it does. Prove them wrong. Because 15 years ago, I couldn’t save Emily — but you can help save the next child.
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LA County investigates State Farm
Los Angeles County officials have launched an investigation into how State Farm General is handling claims from victims of the devastating January wildfires. Following widespread complaints that payouts have been delayed, denied, or severely underpaid.
The county notified State Farm — California’s largest home insurer—of the probe in a letter demanding extensive data and documents to determine whether the company violated the state’s Unfair Competition Law. Such violations can lead to injunctions, restitution, and civil penalties of up to $2,500 per day per violation.
Assistant County Counsel Scott Kuhn, who is leading the probe, said the goal is to push the company to change its practices rather than pursue litigation. “We want State Farm to take care of
its customers as soon as possible, because time is of the essence,” Kuhn said. “We certainly would like to avoid litigation and just have State Farm do right by its customers.”
State Farm spokesperson Bob Devereux responded in a written statement, saying the investigation’s intentions were“unclear,” but insisted the company remains committed to paying what customers are owed. The January fires, which destroyed or damaged nearly 13,000 homes and killed 31 people, resulted in an estimated $7.6 billion in losses for the insurer. State Farm said it has received more than 13,500 claims and paid nearly $5 billion to victims so far.
The county action follows a similar move by the California Department of Insurance, which in June opened a market conduct exam into State Farm over the same complaints. Officials said that review could lead to changes in practices and significant financial relief for policyholders.
Many consumer advocates have said the county’s civil investigation carries greater potential consequences. “State Farm is now in dangerous territory,” said Harvey Rosenfield, founder of Consumer Watchdog. With the fires’ anniversary approaching, survivors say delays have left them unable to rebuild, prompting increasing pressure on state leaders to act.
SMMUSD board schedules special closed session to discuss Malibu unification
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Board of Education will convene a special closed session meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, to discuss ongoing legal matters related to Malibu’s longstanding effort to form an independent school district.
Many in Malibu would see them together at Howdy’s and Howdy’s Sushi, accompanied by Charlie, their loyal, loving dog. Always smiling and greeting everyone, Linda and Howdy Kabrins were fan favorites for many of the restaurant’s patrons, with a lot of locals often fondly recalling when Howdy had other successful, lovedby-the-locals restaurants, most notably Howdy’s in the Country Mart. Sadly, Linda passed away on Nov. 5, succumbing to a progressive health decline after suffering a fall.
Linda Kabrins was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on Feb. 12, 1945, the only child of Charles Mandelstam and Magdalena Man-
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The meeting is scheduled for 3:45 p.m. at the SMMUSD District Office, located at 1717 4th St. in Santa Monica. According to district officials, the special session will allow board members to confer with legal counsel as negotiations and discussions surrounding Malibu unification continue.
Immediately following the special meeting, the board will move into its regularly scheduled closed session at 4 p.m., with the public open session beginning at 6 p.m.
The full agenda for the meeting, including supporting documents and links for public access to the open session, will be posted on the district’s website at smmusd.org/board-of-education/ board-meetings
Malibu Township Council appeals
Caltrans’ $55 million PCH Safety Plan
The Malibu Township Council (MTC) has formally appealed the City of Malibu’s approval of the Caltrans Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) Safety Project for western Malibu, setting up a potential showdown that could reach the California Coastal Commission and further delay long-awaited safety upgrades along one of the state’s deadliest highways.
The appeal, filed Nov. 12, challenges the $55 million Caltrans plan intended to reduce collisions, improve bike and pedestrian access, and enhance traffic flow along PCH. MTC argues that the project is not the “least environmentally damaging” option available and alleges it violates Malibu’s Local Coastal Program — meaning, in the council’s view, one state agency (Caltrans) is violating the rules of another (the Coastal Commission).
If the Malibu City Council denies the appeal, MTC has indicated it may take its case to the
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delstam (nee Solomondo). Rabbi Cantor Marcelo Gindlin, a family friend, said, “Linda was her parents’ precious light, their song. When she was three, her family moved to Miami, Florida, and the little girl who loved to dance suddenly had sunlight all year round.”
A talented singer, Linda attended The Julliard School and, indeed, even as she approached the end of her happy and successful life, she could be heard singing lovely songs to give joy to others, Howdy tearfully recalled.
“There are some souls whose presence feels like sunlight through leaves — soft, golden, alive,” Gindlin remarked, speaking of Linda. “Such souls move quietly through the world, and yet, everything blooms brighter when they are near. Linda was one of those souls — she did not demand attention — rather, she invited warmth. Wherever she walked, laughter seemed to follow, as if the air itself knew joy had arrived.”
After attending college in Miami, Linda took to the skies as a flight attendant, wings on her shoulders and wind in her hair, according to Gindlin. “Her grace and charm made her unforgettable,” he said. “She became Miss National Air-
lines (Maytag), a title that recognized what everyone already knew — Linda made the world feel lighter.”
It was on one of those flight attendant excursions that Linda met Neil, the Rabbi explained. “Together, they built a home in Los Angeles and brought into the world Linda’s greatest treasure, Nikki, the daughter who would always be her heartbeat,” he said.
“Motherhood fitted her as naturally as sunshine fits the morning and even as life changed course, when she found herself raising Nikki alone, Linda filled their world with music, laughter, and grace.”
“Linda married Ron Titelbaum, a kind, gentle man whose friendship and care became another thread in Linda’s tapestry of love,” he said. “When Ron was nearing the end of his life, Howdy came to him with a promise — a promise to look after Linda and to keep her safe and cherished.”
In 1995, Linda and Howdy married and their enduring love story involved both joys as well as some unfortunate unhappiness.
“Linda was a lovely woman and a faithful wife to Howdy, always smiling and happy,” David Olan said. “She will be sorely missed around
Coastal Commission, a process that could lead to significant delays.
Longtime PCH safety advocate Michel Shane criticized the appeal, saying, “On Nov. 12, the Malibu Township Council filed their appeal to kill the $55 million PCH Safety Project. Not delay it. Not improve it. Kill it.”
MTC maintains that it is not opposed to safety improvements. In a statement, the organization said it supports bike lanes “in principle” but objects to the specific design proposed in the Caltrans plan. The council contends that gaps in the planned bike lanes could force cyclists into vehicle traffic, creating additional hazards. While continuous, uninterrupted lanes would address this issue, MTC notes that state law prevents Caltrans from removing the on-street parking necessary to construct such lanes in certain narrow sections of PCH, a limitation the group says renders the current proposal fundamentally flawed.
Founded 75 years ago, the Malibu Township Council describes itself as a community organization that represents residents of Malibu and the unincorporated greater Malibu area (ZIP Code 90265). Before Malibu incorporated as a city, MTC served as the community’s representative body to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Today it functions as a political advocacy group, hiring attorneys, submitting letters, testifying before agencies, and organizing informational events.
MTC is the only Malibu-based civic group with district representatives for each of the area’s 13 geographic districts, including Broad Beach, Malibu West, Malibu Park, Encinal Canyon, Paradise Cove, Latigo Canyon, Corral Canyon, Malibu Colony, Carbon Canyon, Serra Retreat, Malibu Country Estates, Las Flores/Rambla Pacifico, Big Rock, and Sunset Mesa. Resi-
the Malibu community — losing her is very sad and heartbreaking.”
“I think Linda was the sweetest, most devoted and supportive wife that God could have given to Howdy,” said Steve Soboroff, who developed The Park at Cross Creek and noted how instrumental Linda was in helping Howdy decide to open a new restaurant in Malibu in 2020. “Linda never met a face she didn’t like — she was a big part of success at Howdy’s Restaurant. She was a balancer, a big fan of Howdy’s. Linda was impossible not to like and was so incredibly supportive of Howdy. She was on the team. When the boat was sailing, Linda was the wind behind the boat throughout both the roughest possible things and greatest possible things.”
“Linda was so loving,” a grieving Howdy shared, in a palpably pained tone. “She was an artist and an opera singer. She was Miss Miami. I fell in love with her the first time I saw her, and I will always love her. She was the prettiest woman in America — and she still is!”
“When I first met Linda five years ago on a perfect day, her beautiful big blue eyes caught my full attention,” Silvano Perez Briseño
dents and landowners may join the council and vote for their district representative.
In recent decades, MTC has become known for weighing in on land use, environmental regulations, and community preservation issues, often positioning itself as a defender of the “Malibu way of life.” Critics, however, describe it as a self-selected political club whose leadership has included several former or unsuccessful City Council candidates.
The Malibu City Council is expected to review the appeal in the coming weeks. If it is denied, MTC could elevate the matter to the California Coastal Commission, which would add another layer of review and potentially delay a project designed to address decades of fatal collisions, limited pedestrian infrastructure, and constrained bike access along PCH.
For now, the future of the longplanned PCH safety overhaul remains uncertain, with the dispute between Caltrans, the city, and Malibu’s oldest political advocacy group heating up. The Malibu City Council’s next meeting is on Monday, Nov. 24.
Former Uber driver accused of sparking Palisades Fire seeks release ahead of trial
A 29-year-old former Uber driver charged with igniting the New Year’s Day blaze that prosecutors say smoldered underground for a week before erupting into the catastrophic Palisades Fire is expected to ask a federal judge on Tuesday to grant his release from custody while he awaits trial.
Jonathan Rinderknecht pleaded not guilty last month in downtown Los Angeles to federal counts of destruction of property by means of fire, arson affecting property used in interstate commerce, and timber set afire. If convicted on all charges, he faces up to 45 years in federal prison.
According to investigators, the Palisades Fire originated as a “holdover” from the smaller Lachman Fire, which began early
on Jan. 1. Although firefighters quickly extinguished the surface flames, the fire continued burning underground in the root systems of dense vegetation. On Jan. 7, powerful Santa Ana winds — recorded at hurricane force — fanned the underground heat to the surface, triggering a fast-moving wildfire that became one of the most destructive in Los Angeles history.
The Palisades Fire ultimately scorched more than 23,400 acres, destroyed approximately 6,800 structures across the affluent Pacific Palisades community, and killed 12 people.
At an October detention hearing in Florida, where Rinderknecht was arrested, a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives special agent testified that the defendant posed both a significant flight risk and a danger to the community. Rinderknecht was ordered held without bail pending trial, but he is now seeking reconsideration of that ruling.
Federal prosecutors argue that Rinderknecht’s ties abroad — including to France, where he was raised, and Indonesia, where he recently expressed interest in relocating — along with his limited roots in Los Angeles and unstable employment, give him “every incentive to flee.” They further allege that his history and behavior demonstrate “an enormous danger,” pointing to what they describe as violent threats toward family members while he lived with his sister in Florida last year.
Court papers filed Monday also outline the evidence investigators say links Rinderknecht to the initial Lachman Fire. Through interviews, surveillance footage, cell phone data, and fire pattern analysis, authorities concluded that he walked up a trail near Skull Rock after an Uber shift on New Year’s Eve and intentionally started the fire shortly after midnight.
Prosecutors say Rinderknecht later lied to investigators about his location, claiming he discovered the fire while hiking. Cellphone geolocation data, however, placed him within 30 feet of the ignition point as the flames spread.
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TOY DRIVE
Santa Monica College Malibu Campus is hosting its 2nd Annual Toy Drive from Thursday, Nov. 6, through Wednesday, Dec. 10, to benefit the children of the Malibu Community Labor Exchange. For more than 30 years, this respected nonprofit has provided day laborers with a safe and dignified space to connect with employers and access essential resources.
Last year, after discovering that the Labor Exchange children had received no toys for their holiday party the previous season, the SMC Malibu community responded with extraordinary generosity. An overwhelming number of gifts poured in, ensuring every child experienced the joy of opening a present and creating memories that touched everyone involved.
This year, SMC Malibu invites the community to continue the tradition by donating new, unwrapped toys, sports equipment, or school supplies suitable for children ages 0–14. Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the SMC Malibu Campus, 30400 Pacific Coast Highway. Each gift helps brighten the holidays for families who need
support most. For more information, visit smc.edu/malibu. thu nov 20
TOPANGA TOWN HALL: “BEYOND THE BRUSH: PROTECTING TOPANGA THROUGH STRATEGIC FUEL REDUCTION”
The Topanga Coalition for Emergency Preparedness (TCEP) and the Topanga Canyon Fire Safe Council invite the community to an essential town hall meeting, “Beyond the Brush: Protecting Topanga Through Strategic Fuel Reduction,” on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Topanga Library (122 N Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga).
Los Angeles County Fire Department Assistant Chief Drew Smith and Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority Fire Prevention Specialist Leigh Adams Croley will present the upcoming Strategic Fuel Reduction Program for the Santa Monica Mountains. Attendees will learn how strategically placed fuel breaks can stop wildfire spread, explore the different treatment methods — including manual, mechanical, and prescribed fire — and understand why informed community support is crucial to the success of these operations. This is a valuable opportunity to discover Topanga-specific strategies, ask questions of the experts, and play an active role in keeping the canyon safe. Everyone is encouraged to attend and bring neighbors.
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THE FRIENDS OF THE MALIBU LIBRARY: ANNUAL HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS BOOK SALE
The Friends of the Malibu Library will host their annual Home for the Holidays Book
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Sale at the Malibu Library, 23519 Civic Center Way. The sale runs Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, from 1 to 4 p.m.; and Monday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to noon. Shoppers can browse thousands of $1 books, curated holiday gift baskets, and a special selection of rare and collectible titles offered at well below retail value. For more information, visit friendsofthemalibulibrary.com.
RAIN BARREL GIVEAWAY
On Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 to 11 11 a.m. participate in the Rain Barrel Giveaway at Malibu City Hall (upper parking lot). Residents can receive up to two free 50-gallon rain barrels to help save water and reduce stormwater runoff. To register or for more information, visit malibucity.org/ rain-barrel-giveaway or call (310) 371-4633.
SUN nov 23
PALIBU RECOVERY EXPO RESCHEDULED
The PaliBu Chamber of Commerce invites the community to the Recovery EXPO that was rescheduled to Sunday, Nov. 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the corner of La Cruz Drive and Alma Real Drive, near the American Legion Palisades Post 283 in Pacific Palisades. This free, family-friendly event will feature food trucks, a bounce house, and a variety of activities, creating a lively street fair atmosphere while supporting ongoing rebuilding efforts following the Palisades Fire.
Homeowners and business owners can connect directly with trusted rebuild service providers, including insurance adjusters, architects, general contractors, structural engineers, mental health professionals, and more.
Exhibitors and sponsors will have the opportunity to showcase their expertise and engage with the community, with spaces filling quickly.
Exhibitor setup is from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m., and teardown is from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. For free public tickets, visit Eventbrite. For exhibitor registration or sponsorship opportunities, contact Anthony McDemas at (805) 603-6267.
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nov 27
11TH ANNUAL PACIFIC PALISADES TURKEY TROT
The 11th Annual Palisades Turkey Trot, powered by XBP Global, will take place on Thursday, Nov. 27, at 8 a8 a.m. the heart of Pacific Palisades’ downtown area, starting and finishing at Palisades Green. This year introduces a new 5K course, offering a fresh experience while continuing a beloved community tradition that began in 2013. The event welcomes approximately 2,000 runners and walkers of all ages, from serious competitors to families enjoying a Thanksgiving morning stroll. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for check-in and pre-race activities, which may include guest appearances from local figures such as Councilmember Traci Park and developer Rick Caruso.
While not a costume event, festive attire is often seen along the route, adding to the holiday spirit. Presented by XBP Global with support from Equinox and The Palisades Village, the Turkey Trot combines fitness, community, and celebration, with proceeds benefiting local initiatives. The race is expected to conclude before noon, leaving participants plenty of time to enjoy the rest of Thanksgiving. For registration, course maps, and updates, visit paliturkeytrot.com.
sun dec 14
MALIBU FARM RESTAURANT SWEDISH-INSPIRED SANTA LUCIA FESTIVAL OF LIGHT CELEBRATION
Malibu Farm restaurant cordially invites the community to an enchanting Swedish-inspired Santa Lucia Festival of Light celebration on Sunday, Dec. 14. Held on the iconic Malibu Pier (23000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265), this special evening will feature two intimate seatings at 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy a festive candlelit ambiance, seasonal dishes, and a thoughtfully curated holiday menu honoring Sweden’s cherished Lucia tradition of welcoming the return of light. This magical dining experience promises warmth, delicious food, and heartfelt Scandinavian holiday spirit. With limited seating available, early reservations are essential. Secure your spot today at bit.ly/4oCmOVN and join Malibu Farm in celebrating this beautiful Festival of Light with family and friends.
ONGOING
MALIBU FARMERS MARKET | SUNDAYS
The Malibu Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 9 a.m. 2 p.m.ffering a wide range of fresh, local produce, and artisanal goods. Currently located at Legacy Park, the market provides a great opportunity to support local farmers and vendors while enjoying the scenic beauty of Malibu. For updates and more information on the market, visit malibufarmersmarket.net. Make sure to stop by for a vibrant shopping experience this Sunday!
MONDAY COMPOSERS
BREAKFAST | MONDAYS
The Monday Composers Breakfast takes place weekly at Dreamland Malibu, located at 22969 Pacific Coast Highway, in Malibu, every Monday from 9 to 11 a.m. with a simultaneous Zoom option for those unable to attend in person. Guests are encouraged to check in or join the mailing list for the latest updates on upcoming meetings, CBC events, member performances, and more.
KNITTING | MONDAY AND FRIDAY
Join Malibu’s Community Services Department and Sheila Rosenthal for a knitting workshop that takes place on Mondays and Fridays from 9 to 10:30 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 8 needles and one skein of yarn. This is an ongoing, drop-in program. Instructed by Sheila Rosenthal. Visit malibucity.org for location.
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BODY WORKOUT | TUESDAYS
A comprehensive low-impact strengthening class targeting all the major muscles of the upper and lower body with special attention to form, stabilization, core strength, and balance. Please bring your own hand weights and yoga mats. Instructed by Jackline Daneshrad. The classes are Tuesdays from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. and is $5 per class. Pre-registration is recommended. At the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park.
SENIOR CHOIR | TUESDAYS
Learn the fundamentals of singing and performing different styles of music. Every Tuesday, from 10 to 11 a.m. Malibu City Hall Senior Center. This is a great opportunity for socialization, self-expression, and learning through music. All levels are welcome. Instructed by Laura DeMieri Fercano.
SENIOR TECH HELP | TUESDAYS
Receive one-on-one tech help with your laptop, tablet, or cellphone. Seniors can receive assistance using social media, Google Drive, Skype, Microsoft Word, email, and more. RSVP required. Instructed by Community Services Department staff. Tuesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Malibu Senior Center.
TOPANGA FARMERS MARKET | FRIDAYS
The Topanga Farmers Market is a Certified Farmers Market held every Friday from 9 a.m. 1 p.m. at the Topanga Community Center. With 45 exceptional vendors, the market offers a diverse selection of fresh, locally grown produce and handcrafted artisanal goods. It’s a wonderful way to support local farmers and makers while soaking in the natural beauty of Topanga Canyon. Whether you’re shopping for seasonal fruits and vegetables or one-of-a-kind crafts, the Topanga Farmers Market has something for everyone!
ADULT
PICKLEBALL | SATURDAY
The City of Malibu will offer free Adult Drop-In Pickleball and an Adult Pickleball class at the Malibu High School Tennis Courts (30215 Morning View Drive) starting in spring 2025. Open Court Pickleball is available for registered participants ages 18 and over on Saturday afternoons, providing a fun and social way to play. Additionally, an Adult Pickleball class will be held on Saturdays for those looking to improve their skills.
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. Cost is $5 per class. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.
(OTS), Caltrans, the Auto Club of Southern California, and other traffic safety organizations, drew hundreds of attendees. Families of victims brought photographs, personal mementos, and wrote the names of their loved ones on remembrance cards to place on the chairs, symbolically acknowledging the empty spaces left at dining tables, gatherings, and holiday celebrations.
“The impact is immediate and visceral,” said Michel Shane, Malibu local and co-founder of The Emily Shane Foundation, whose daughter Emily tragically died in a traffic accident on Pacific Coast Highway. “When you look out and see all the chairs, it’s not a statistic anymore. It’s real people. It’s mothers, daughters, and brothers. It hits you right in the heart.”
In 2024, Los Angeles County saw 711 traffic-related deaths, a slight decrease from 814 in 2023. WDoR is observed globally every third Sunday of November to honor victims of road traffic accidents and to call attention to the need for safer streets.
The Los Angeles event began with a news conference at 1 p.m., featuring speeches from key figures including Damian Kevitt, executive director of SAFE; Chelsea Byers, mayor of West Hollywood; Stephanie Dougherty, director of OTS; Rachel Carpenter, chief safety officer at Caltrans; Joe Zizi, assistant chief of the California Highway Patrol Southern Division; Tiffany Stanley, traffic safety & community programs manager at Auto Club; Patricia Strong-Fargas, pastor at Faith for SAFEr Streets; Eli Lipman, executive director of MoveLA; and Lili Trujillo, executive director of Street Racing Kills and Shane. Following the news conference, the public was invited to explore the “Remembrance Village,” a resource center offering support services to families affected by traffic violence.
The empty chair installation stretched from Caltrans Plaza in front of the LAPD Police Station along the adjacent streets, creating an arresting aerial visual that captured the magnitude of loss in Los Angeles County. The chairs, each topped with a single yellow rose, served as a poignant reminder of the void left in homes and communities.
Shane explained that the concept of the empty chair originated from a deeply personal place. “One of the hardest moments after Emily’s passing was when my wife Ellen set the table for five people and realized that the fifth person was no longer there there, Emily was no longer here. That’s the impact
Rinderknecht’s attorney could not be reached for comment. A hearing on his request for release is scheduled Tuesday in Los Angeles federal court.
Family takes legal action after tree limb at King Gillette Ranch kills young camper
The family of Lamar McGlothurn, an 8-year-old boy killed by a falling, de-
who completely transformed the property into a modern, luxurious, fresh space, reflecting the sand, surf, and sunsets just across the street. The luxe property opened a rooftop terrace, fire pit, and guest-only bar and restaurant.
In 2021, the hotel was sold to
of traffic deaths — it’s not just a number; it’s an irreplaceable presence missing in daily life.”
The campaign began taking shape a year ago when Shane first wrote about the idea and approached OTS in the summer, suggesting a citywide visual campaign to raise awareness about traffic safety.
“OTS runs campaigns to influence driver behavior, but this campaign is purely emotional. It doesn’t lecture you — it makes you feel the loss, the absence. That’s what makes it powerful,” Shane said.
Caltrans, whose architecturally striking headquarters served as the backdrop for the installation, was instrumental in facilitating the event. Kevitt of SAFE coordinated with Caltrans to secure approval and support. Shane emphasized that the partnership was seamless, with Caltrans involved from the early planning stages.
The empty chair campaign is now gaining momentum as a citywide initiative, with plans to expand it statewide and eventually pursue national recognition. Shane is already exploring opportunities with the Ad Council to amplify the message through multimedia campaigns, ensuring that the emotional weight of traffic fatalities resonates with a broader audience.
Sunday’s tribute also featured a series of speeches and presentations. Officials and community leaders reflected on the importance of safer streets, while family members shared personal stories about loved
cayed tree limb during a summer day camp at King Gillette Ranch, has filed formal government claims alleging negligence by multiple public agencies and private entities responsible for maintaining the property. The claims, filed Monday by Lamar’s parents, Madeline Eaton and Kevin Shrestha, accuse the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA), the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, Camp Wildcraft, its owners Shari Davis and Benny Ferdman, and Gomez Landscape & Tree Care of failing to address a known hazardous condition that ultimately proved fatal.
Dauntless Capital Partners whose representative Craig Ballard said his company was proud to serve as stewards over the past several years: “It is an honor to now pass that responsibility to the next ownership group, and we are excited to see the Surfrider continue to inspire and welcome guests from around the world.”
Ballard added, “Our vision
ones lost. Shane noted that the media coverage — including segments by KTLA and CBS — highlighted the emotional gravity of the empty chair display, amplifying public awareness.
“This campaign is about more than raising awareness; it’s about creating change,” Shane said. “When people feel the absence of those 711 lives, it drives home the reality that our streets need to be safer. The goal is to make emotional campaigns like this a central part of road safety advocacy, not just statistics and warnings.”
The event also highlighted Shane’s documentary, 21 Miles in Malibu, which examines the profound impact of traffic fatalities on families and communities. The film follows one family’s devastating tragedy on Pacific Coast Highway and how it became the spark for a national movement to prevent avoidable traffic deaths. More than just a film, it is a call to action, encouraging viewers to rethink every drive, every intersection, and every decision behind the wheel — because the difference between a close call and a family’s worst nightmare often comes down to changes we can make. After a brief technical delay, the film is now available online at 21milesinmalibu.
vhx.tv, as well as on The Emily Shane Foundation’s website and social media channels. Shane hopes the documentary, alongside the empty chair campaign, will continue to engage the public and promote
Lamar was attending Camp Wildcraft on July 9, when counselors instructed children to gather beneath a large oak tree on the property — despite documented warnings in the days leading up to the incident that the tree was unstable. As the children assembled, a massive, rotting limb snapped, fatally injuring Lamar as his parents arrived for pickup.
The family is represented by attorneys Robert Glassman and Joseph O’Hanlon of Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. Glassman said the danger was both foreseeable and preventable.
for the Surfrider was always to protect a piece of Malibu’s heritage while creating something fresh, modern, and connected to the coast. Watching it move into its next chapter is both nostalgic and exciting, and we have every confidence that the spirit of the place will continue to shine under its new caretakers.”
Those new caretakers are Laurie and Richard Stark, who launched
safer driving habits.
For many families in attendance, the chairs offered a tangible way to honor their loved ones. Each yellow rose symbolized a life cut short, while the empty chairs served as an emotional space for reflection and communal mourning. Volunteers assisted participants in placing photos and mementos on the chairs, creating a personal connection between the public and those represented by the installation.
Shane hopes that the empty chair campaign will evolve into an enduring movement. “I want this to grow beyond Los Angeles,” he said. “We’re building something that can eventually touch the whole state and maybe the country. It’s about driving change, about using creativity and emotion to make our roads safer for everyone.”
As the sun set on the nearly four-block installation, the rows of empty chairs remained a stark reminder of lives lost and the families left behind. The event, while somber, also served as a call to action for the community and policymakers alike. By confronting the human cost of traffic violence, organizers hope to inspire meaningful change, both on the roads and in the hearts of Los Angeles residents.
For more information on the empty chair campaign, resources for families affected by traffic violence, and upcoming events, visit The Emily Shane Foundation’s website at emilyshanefoundation.org.
According to the claims, the hazardous condition of the tree had been repeatedly flagged in the week before Lamar’s death. On July 2, a large branch broke off the same tree, prompting staff to request immediate evaluation by a tree care company. The next day, an MRCA official acknowledged the “massive branch” that had already fallen, expressing relief that no one had been injured. A Gomez Landscape & Tree Care employee also reported visible decay at the trunk and recommended thinning the canopy to reduce risk.
Despite these warnings, no action was
Chrome Hearts in 1988. The Starks have called Malibu home for decades and have a special connection to the spot they’ve driven by for years. Nicholas Oertli of The Marella Group called the Starks the ideal new owners precisely because of their deep local roots. “Their DNA is in Malibu,” he said. “We knew that they were the right people to take over that property.”
taken to block off the area or remove the tree. Post-incident inspections conducted by experts hired by the family found extensive signs of deterioration, including structural defects and internal decay that they claim should have been apparent to those responsible for site safety.
MRCA has 45 days from the filing date to respond. If no resolution is reached, Lamar’s family plans to move forward with a wrongful death lawsuit, seeking accountability for what they describe as a preventable tragedy. Full article to follow next week.
While the Starks have quietly operated Chrome Hearts at the Malibu Country Mart for decades, their motorcycle-inspired line of leather clothing, hoodies, jewelry, accessories, and home furnishings has grown globally expanding to 33 stores including locations in Europe, Japan, and St. Barts.
While the coastal vibe of the hotel will most likely remain, Laurie Stark has already hinted at adding some Chrome Hearts touches to the historic hotel. She apparently has had practice on such ventures before as Chrome Hearts is reported to have already purchased other small hotels around the world. Oertli said, “She loves the Surfrider and the energy that it gives off now.”
It is possible she could bring in celebrated French chef JeanGeorge Vongerichten to run the small restaurant at the Surfrider. Stark is reported to be friends with the award-winning chef who operates roughly 60 restaurants worldwide. His namesake location in New York City has a coveted two-star Michelin rating.
Oertli, who brokered the deal representing buyer and seller, explained that link between a design house and hotel’s expansion into the experiential realm.
“I think the one thing that is happening in the retail industry now is brands sell everything online,” he said.
“So, brands are turning towards ways where they can provide an experience to customers and I truly think the hospitality space is where we’re going to see more of these larger brands show their colors and provide customers to experience the products themselves in real life and not just have it in a showroom. I think that’s where we are, at the start of what’s about to happen. We’re going to see more and more brands start acquiring assets to provide an experience to customers.
“This acquisition reflects Chrome Hearts extending its legacy of craftsmanship, architecture and cultural resonance into hospitality. The Surfrider and Chrome Hearts partnership captures that evolution perfectly.”
(Left) Michel Shane stands next to the empty chair representing his late daughter, Emily, for whom the Emily Shane Foundation was named, during recognition of the World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims (WDoR) in downtown LA on Sunday, Nov. 16. (Right) Volunteers hold up messages promoting safety among the empty chairs. Photos courtesy of Michel Shane
Zoom, and we’ve never missed it for 26 years. I’m just so proud.”
This year, the turnout was impressive, with more than 100 attendees filling Malibu City Hall. “We love having kids participate because they bring their family members along. The grandparents, the parents — they all come,” Dermenjian said. This intergenerational participation, she explained, is one of the elements that makes the ceremony so impactful.
The program included five speakers, each sharing their unique experiences, along with a master of ceremonies who has become a fixture of the event. Chris Garcia, who started as a young Pepperdine student on Dermenjian’s committee, returned from Washington, D.C., to emcee this year. Garcia, a co-founder of the 9/11 flags project at Pepperdine, embodies the patriotic spirit that Dermenjian admires.
Reflecting on the veterans who spoke this year, Dermenjian recounted touching stories of courage and emotional resilience. One veteran, a young man named Brad, had been inspired to attend after seeing the event flyer and described it as a form of personal therapy. “He said, ‘I just want you to know it’s going to be very hard for me to do, but I’m committed,’” Dermenjian recalled. “It’s hard for veterans to relive their memories, and yet every one of them walked away profoundly grateful for the recognition.”
The event’s theme, “Veterans: Stronger Together, United We Stand,” resonated throughout the ceremony. Speakers highlighted the bonds of support that sustain service members and veterans, and the atmosphere of connection was palpable. “You could feel that theme everywhere,” Dermenjian said. “Many speakers talked about the support they received from fellow service members, and some even brought role models from their military days. There was a strong sense of family and connection — especially among veterans navigating life after service.”
Music played a pivotal role in the ceremony, with contributions from the Pepperdine University Choir adding a layer of emotion and celebration. Sophia Purcell’s rendition of the national anthem set the tone for the morning, while student volunteers, including Dermenjian’s assistant Isabelle Latala, shared poetry that left the audience moved. The inclusion of young students not only enriched the event but also served as a living lesson in gratitude and civic responsibility.
“Every year, it’s heartwarming to see younger students get involved and learn from our veterans,” Dermenjian said.“One of the most touching moments is when Scouts pin the veterans — the youngest honoring the oldest. It gets everyone, every time.”
The ceremony’s success is also credited to collaboration with local organizations. The City of Malibu, the Navy League, Pepperdine University, and the
Malibu Association of Realtors all play vital roles in ensuring the event runs smoothly. Dermenjian emphasized the importance of this community effort, “Each group brings something unique — financial support, practical help, logistics, and heart. After so many years, we’ve built strong relationships, and that teamwork is a big part of why the ceremony works so well.”
Malibu Mayor Marianne Riggins praised the event for its unifying effect on the community. “It was so exciting to see people come together and celebrate our veterans and to hear the stories of the men that were honored on stage and just every veteran that we have,” she said. “We should be grateful, especially in this time, to remember the cost of freedom and to appreciate everyone who has taken that time to step up and be willing to put their life on the line.”
Riggins also commended the organizers for their dedication. “The Navy League, Pepperdine, and the whole committee did a great job,” she said. “It’s just wonderful to see the community come together and provide an opportunity to show our respect and gratitude.”
Among the speakers, veterans shared moments of both humor and poignancy. Norman Silverman, a member of the Army Security Agency, joked that he forgets what he had for breakfast but remembers his military experiences vividly. Stories like his captivated the audience, bringing to life the human side of service and sacrifice.
Dermenjian also highlighted the intergenerational impact of the ceremony. “We had two World War II veterans in the audience this year — one was 99
years old. We asked them to stand and gave them extra recognition. But each year, we’re losing more of these heroes. That’s why it’s so important to honor them now and to pass those stories on to younger generations.”
The involvement of youth extends beyond the audience. Students, Scouts, and even first-graders participate, learning firsthand about courage, service, and the meaning of community. “Even if they’re nervous, stage fright is part of it,” Dermenjian said. “But they come through, and they’ll never forget that moment.”
The ceremony is poised to continue evolving in the years ahead. Dermenjian shared plans for a new project in collaboration with City Councilmember Haylynn Conrad, creating banners featuring local veterans’ photos to be displayed along Pacific Coast Highway. “We’re excited to bring even more visibility and appreciation to their service,” she said.
Over the past 26 years, the ceremony has honored more than 150 veterans as featured speakers, in addition to countless audience members. Dermenjian reflected on the personal fulfillment she gains from organizing the event, “It feels every inch of my being is filled with gratitude and joy. I’m so grateful to God that I get to do this.”
What drives Dermenjian’s passion is deeply personal. She and her husband, both immigrants from war-torn countries — Lebanon and Iraq — have a profound appreciation for the freedoms in the United States. “We love America,” she said. “We’re very patriotic people, and we don’t take freedom for granted. That’s why this is so important to us.”
The ceremony has grown from a small gather-
ing of 30 attendees to a landmark event in Malibu, demonstrating the power of dedication, community collaboration, and the enduring importance of honoring those who serve. As Dermenjian shared, “It’s way more than what veterans expect. They walk away fulfilled, and that’s why we do what we do. Every veteran deserves to be treated like a hero, and this is our opportunity to show that gratitude.”
From high-energy musical performances to heartfelt speeches and the youngest members of the community pinning medals on the oldest veterans, the 26th annual Veterans Day ceremony was a testament to unity, patriotism, and remembrance. Attendees left with a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans and the privilege of living in a free nation. As the ceremony closed, the audience was moved by Isabelle Latala’s poem, encapsulating the spirit of the day and honoring the courage and selflessness of veterans.
Dear Veteran
By Isabelle Latala
Dear Veteran,
It is almost unbelievable to think that some years ago, our cause for celebration today hinged on the decision of a young man or woman. I do, in fact, think … Bravery hinges on a single decision. A jump off the high dive. A key in the ignition. A signature on an enlistment paper. We live in immense freedom daily because of thousands of these decisions.
Dear Veteran,
From that day forward, you walked in the bravery required of you by that decision. You set the bar high for yourself, and needless to say, we have all reaped the benefits. You have not come short. Your presence here today — your commitment to continue to serve our country through the recognition of sacrifice on a day like this — says you are still walking in your decision of bravery. You are edifying the spirit of veterans everywhere. This spirit of brave decision-making.
Dear Veteran,
How can we be brave enough to make these decisions? We are asking you to teach us. We need more of you. Maybe, just maybe, we need a little more of you inside us. How can we think less of ourselves and more of our fellow Americans? How can we think more of our nation’s dreams than our own? Thank goodness you are here to show us the way.
Dear Veteran,
You are the encouragement we need. The encouragement needed to lay our livelihoods, quite possibly our lives, down for something outside ourselves.
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” Uncle Sam did not have to utter these words for them to be written on your heart — the spirit of them was inside you from the beginning.
Dear Veteran, Thank you.
Ani Dermenjian (second from left), organizer of the Malibu Veterans Day ceremony, poses with her family at the Tuesday, Nov. 11, event..
Photo courtesy of Malibu Veterans Public Ceremony Committee
her staff.
“I came to Malibu to help with the Woolsey Fire and its victims are still in my heart,” Bundy noted. “Indeed, I am involved in finnalizing their permits even when they are doing final gas and electric inspections — we are here to help as much as we can.”
Obstacles encountered by Woolsey Fire rebuilders include facing insurance issues, elderly family members dying or becoming disabled, some people simply not wanting to go through the rebuilding process, and some applicants experiencing design issues, Bundy explained.
“Some applicants came in hoping to build their dream home, but due to finances, they are having to value-engineer and downsize, so that can present a delay in the application process,” she said. Other things that have held up applicants include those hoping to build complex landscapes, she added.
Bundy shared an example of one Woolsey Fire rebuild applicant who decided to go it alone without a contractor and hire sub-contractors as needed, noting, “That was his decision to make alone, but he concluded that was the only way he could make it happen.” For those who are rebuilding after Woolsey in the unincorporated areas near Malibu, complying with the provisions of the new building codes caused both delay and expense.
“For us, the most costly and time-consuming code-related requirements for our home, which was built in the early 1970s, included having to meet new geological engineering standards,” Diane Moss said. “We had to put in a new nearly-100-foot-long retaining wall with 50-foot caissons which cost about one-third of what we paid for the property. No debris had ever come down that hillside before the rains after Woolsey in our eight previous years of ownership or in the experiences of the previous owners whom we would contact. We diverted the flow with a $600 temporary silt fence. So, it was hard to swallow this big new expense. But we complied so we could rebuild. Our building team and county staff did great work getting us through!”
Moss said another expensive delay “was widening our gate to meet the new fire code. This was also tough because our gate is a beautiful antique and the fire department had stationed on our property in the 1993 Newbury Park Fire and their trucks still made it into the property more recently. It was hard for it to not feel like a high-cost box check, but we found a wonderful, artistic metal worker, and we are so grateful to our firefighters, engineers and building staff for helping us through this process.”
Lessons learned from Woolsey — implementing new permit review procedures
“Since Woolsey, we have spent a lot of time working on our planning policies,” Bundy said. “A prime example is that as we rebuilt through Woolsey, applicants
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rockfalls along Topanga Canyon Blvd., prompting an immediate advisory and continued closure of the highway. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for Malibu and surrounding coastal foothill areas until noon Saturday, warning of “intense rainfall bands” capable of triggering rapid road flooding, rockslides, and mudflows. The warning specifically highlighted danger zones: Malibu Canyon, Kanan Dume, Topanga Canyon, and Decker/ Westlake Boulevard. Officials urged residents to avoid canyon roads entirely and to seek higher ground if they lived near burn scars. Evacuation warnings blanketed virtually every local burn-scar area. Monday night brought a more dramatic reminder of the ongoing risk. Just after 10:30 p.m., a large rockslide sent boulders crashing across Malibu Canyon Road near Piuma Road. At least two vehicles struck debris and suffered flat tires after drivers pulled over to assess damage. Around the same time, another rockslide blocked Cold Canyon Road south of Mulholland Drive.
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couldn’t build a pool until after they had built their home. Our team went back to the City Council and got them to approve applicants concurrently building homes and pools since a lot of properties will use pools for fighting fires.”
Bundy also noted that when she assumed her position with the City of Malibu after Woolsey, “Everything at City Hall was based on paperwork and applicants had to literally walk through to get approvals. We have opened the Rebuild Center and are using Blue Beam technology, which allows for electronic plan review and utilizes digital workflow that allows us to share plans with all reviewers.”
Archistar, an AI tool aimed at accelerating building permitting, is also used for preliminary check-ins to avoid common errors and the city has provided templates for design-build professionals to use, which helps to avoid common errors, Bundy stated. Finally, Bundy notes that her team meets with design-build professionals every month and added, “I am in the Rebuild Center once each week and am trying to help those reviewing applications to work with design professionals and to think out of the box as we all try to move permit approvals along as fast as possible.”
Insights from a fire resilience expert Moss, who has a Master’s in public affairs from the University of California, Berkeley, Goldman School of Public Policy, focusing on wildfire resilience and whose family lost their home in the Woolsey Fire, shared what she characterizes as collective “hard-earned” truths in her recent scholarly article.
“Megafires are not so much ‘natural’ disasters as they are outcomes of collective decisions,” said Moss, whose”Reflections on Lessons Learned in 7 Years Since the Woolsey and Camp Fires,” is a comprehensively researched and incisively analytic work that thoroughly evaluates possible preparatory and mitigative approaches to address such big fires.
First, “Evacuation is a life-safety system, not merely a line on a map,” Moss notes.
“Malibu learned that coastal bottlenecks and canyon winds can flip a playbook in minutes. Measures such as lane reversals, contraflow plans, and pre-staged traffic control can be designed, drilled, resourced and carried out by clearly understood jurisdictions.” Elaborating, she emphasizes, “Because one or more systems will fail in an emergency, evacuation alerting must be redundant and power-outage proof, and communities need neighbor-to-neighbor advanced planning, and preparedness.”
We can and must do better. That’s the central thesis of Moss’ scholarly article.
“Fire outcomes are shaped by fire departments before, during, and after the firestorm,” Moss observes. “When severe fire weather is forecast, pre-positioning engines, crews, supplies and equipment near vulnerable communities can improve the odds of safe evacuation and structure protection ... Pre-fire staging plays a big role in
Caltrans crews worked through the night with plows and scrapers to clear both locations.
Topanga Canyon Boulevard, already closed for post-Palisades Fire repairs and previous storm damage, saw additional mud and debris that required clearing before a partial reopening Tuesday morning between Pacific Coast Highway and Grand View Drive. The road continues to close nightly from midnight to 5 a.m. for ongoing construction.
“Topanga’s still closed [in the upper section] as a precaution because it’s unstable over there,” said Sergeant Chris Soderlund of the Lost Hills/Malibu Sheriff’s Station. “We had intermittent mudslides and rockslides throughout the weekend on the canyon roads, but Public Works and Caltrans were out there with scraper trucks removing debris as it came down. There were brief closures while they cleaned up, but nothing too major.”
Soderlund noted minor flooding along stretches of Pacific Coast Highway and some new potholes requiring repairs, but emphasized that no significant accidents occurred. “With how much rain we got, I thought it was going to be a lot worse,” he admitted.
said. “The first thing she told me was, ‘I’m the happiest person in the world because you’re here! At that moment, it seemed strange to me — As the months went by and I began knowing her better — I discovered that she was a genuinely happy person, someone who radiated love, peace and warmth, attributes that are difficult to find. Her name perfectly described her essence: loving, kind and cute in every way. To this day, I don’t know another person like her.”
Through thick and thin Linda was always at Howdy’s side
saving homes and lives.”
Noting that during the Woolsey Fire, residents saw engines staged near burning neighborhoods and pleaded for help, only to be told crews had to wait for assignments from central command, “The official after-action review recognized these complaints and explained that some resources were being held for ‘Life Safety First’ 9-1-1 response, but that some unit leaders also did not fully understand they were empowered to take initiative. The report recommended remedying this by reinforcing doctrines like ‘Take Initiative, Engage and Report (TIER),’ so company officers can make judgment calls on the ground without waiting for permission when windows for protection open and close quickly.”
Moss also notes that in Woolsey, out-ofarea crews often did not know local roads, a challenge exacerbated by fire conditions that shut down GPS capability, closed down roads and limited visibility. “Keeping local maps in vehicles as a back-up has since become a norm to better avoid that knowledge gap,” she said.
Capable locals — our safety relies on neighbors, not on bureaucracy
One of the many things Moss observes is that, “capable locals make a difference.” In and near Malibu, capable locals have implemented the Community Fire Brigade, which professionally trains and utilizes equipment to fight fires.
“The brigade is spearheading implementation of assessments of area homes to help owners harden them against wildfires,” said Keegan Gibbs of the Community Brigade. “Since Woolsey, there has been a change in the overall sentiment of our community’s residents who are now shifting to taking ownership of the risk of wildfires threatening their homes.”
Gibbs and Bobby Milstein, owner of So Cal Fire Supply, which offers stand-alone fire suppression systems, both emphasize that the Brigade is constantly training new volunteers.
“We’ve just finished up our Brigade Academy, which is a three-week training,” Gibbs noted on Nov. 15. “Our Community Brigade has seven units in communities like Pt. Dume and Malibu West. All together, we have approximately 100 volunteers.”
There is a greater communal awareness of the realities regarding these fires that come with fierce winds, Gibbs noted.“We are certainly making progress with using smart fuel management in strategic areas, such as using goats to clear brush, conducting controlled fires, and implementing mastication, a fuel reduction firefighting strategy, which involves a manual thinning of brush with a weed wacker or other tools to space out fuel in brush areas, thereby reducing “ladder fuels” so fires do not burn as intensely,” he said.
“While it is a harsh reality that 50-plus mph winds make saving many neighborhoods impossible for even the best fire crews, what is possible is reducing the risk of homes becoming fuel in the first place,”
Malibu Mayor Marianne Riggins echoed that sentiment, praising the city’s preparation efforts. “They did a lot of preparation and I think you saw the results,” Riggins said. “When we had issues, crews were able to get on top of them quickly. Roads stayed open for the most part. Malibu Canyon had the rocks — which were expected — but the county got it cleared fast. Las Flores Creek didn’t overflow, and we didn’t hear of any damage there.”
The mayor pointed to proactive measures like placing K-rails in front of Duke’s Malibu to protect against potential surf surge as evidence the city was ready. “It wasn’t like anyone was reinventing the wheel,” she added. Both officials stressed that the danger is far from over. The weekend storm soaked already-parched hillsides, and any additional rainfall will run off quickly rather than soak in, dramatically increasing the risk of larger debris flows. “It’s not usually the first rainstorm that causes problems,” Soderlund said. “It’s the cumulative effect. Everything is saturated right now, so any rain on top of that is more concerning. We’re supposed to get heavy rain this afternoon [Mon -
“Linda and Howdy had a special, deep, supportive relationship,” Dr. Jeff Harris commented, adding, “Linda was always by Howdy’s side, even through his fight to get justice for his daughter, Gabriela when she was brutally murdered in South Africa in 2015.” Day after day, Malibuites and television viewers from all over the world watched as Linda accompanied Howdy at a seemingly endless, anguishing trial accusing Gabriela’s boyfriend, Guatemalan billionaire, of brutally and senselessly killing Gabriela. Throughout it all, as those who loved Gabriela assiduously advocated for conviction 10,000 miles away from Malibu in a Cape Town, South Africa, court, Linda constantly supported Howdy, providing what Howdy
Moss’s article observes. “UC Berkeley research found combining home hardening — including fire resistant siding, roofing and windows, and ember-resistant vents — with 5 feet of cleared defensible space (‘Zone 0’) would have doubled the chances of homes withstanding Camp and other megafires in 2017-18.”
Concurring, Milstein stated, “It is pivotal for homeowners to recognize that preparing to save a home from wildfire is best begun by realizing that there are layers to home hardening. Landscaping is the first layer and all homes must be fire-hardened, then, one must have a Class A roof, ember-proof vents. I recommend 1/16-inch vents which exceed the state code which only calls for ⅛ vents — in my mind, ⅛ vents are not sufficient.”
Further, Milstein notes that one must have double-paned glass and excellent seals on all windows and doors. He also points out, “There is real science supporting the Zone Zero legislation that proposes that one must keep defensible space in the first five feet from their home.”
“Our safety relies on neighbors, not on bureaucracy,” Milstein advised. “In dense neighborhoods, home hardening and defensible space are critical — for instance, once fires started on the Malibu coast where homes were spaced so close to one another and in some of the streets of Pacific Palisades, adjacent homes were ignited due to the radiant heat coming from homes already ablaze.”
“Targeted fuel breaks that align with topography and wind patterns, maintenance around critical infrastructure, year-round forest management, and firewise landscaping deliver better outcomes at lower costs over clearing everything, which runs the risk of flammable grasses and ecological destruction,” Moss observed, citing an article by the Los Angeles Times reporting that, “The Camp Fire raced across roughly 30,000 acres of landscape that had burned just a decade earlier and then was heavily salvage-logged, leaving a mix of dry grass, brush, and young trees that acted as fine, fast-burning fuels in extreme winds.”
The goal isn’t to raze the landscape, but rather to strategically interrupt fire spread, so catastrophe is averted and firefights can win, Moss concluded.
Caveat emptor
Milstein’s So Cal Fire Supply is an expert in supplying autonomous water systems that will activate themselves, are independent of local public water supplies, and are strategically positioned on properties to help fight fires.
“We provide fully off-grid and self-dependent water supply systems using agricultural-grade rain guns with high pressure flows,” Milstein explains. “When folks call me and say they want to put sprinklers on their roof, I ask them,’what are you growing on your roof? Vegetables?’ It’s not about placing the sprinklers on roofs; rather, it’s about projecting water onto your landscape. Sometimes, we do place sprinklers as high as on a roof
day] and possibly another storm later this week.”
Mayor Riggins urged residents in burn-scar areas to remain vigilant through the winter. “Have a go-bag ready with medications, important papers, a change of clothes, and be prepared to evacuate immediately if an order is issued. Those evacuation orders are for your safety,” she emphasized. “Don’t put first responders’ lives in harm’s way by ignoring them. They’re risking their lives to save yours.”
Firefighters at Malibu’s Stations are maintaining 24-hour monitoring of recent burn areas, ready to respond instantly to mud or debris flows. The city has also prepared backup generators in case of power outages that could knock out traffic signals at key intersections.
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health extended its countywide Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory through Wednesday morning, Nov. 19, at 8 a.m. Beachgoers are urged to avoid all ocean contact, especially near storm drains, creeks, and rivers, where bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash, and ash from burned hillsides have washed directly into the surf.
characterized at the time with “unyielding strength.” Ultimately, Gabriela’s boyfriend was convicted. Ultimately, Howdy and Linda found the strength to carry on. Ultimately, Howdy persevered and opened Howdy Sonrisa Cafe in The Park at Cross Creek in 2020, and subsequently, an adjacent eatery, Sushi by Howdy.
“Howdy and Linda did get justice for Gabriela,” Harris noted. “Theirs was a relationship of strength and intense love.”
“I always want to keep in my mind the message that Linda shared with everyone — the importance of being happy, of enjoying every moment and living intensely every day, because in the end, that is the only
to protect a property’s structures, but where to place the sprinklers depends on the topography of the property. It is imperative to harden one’s home and structures — our systems are not the total answer if structures are not hardened.”
Caveat emptor! Milstein notes that wherever there is a wildfire, some people seeking to profit show up seemingly from nowhere, lacking any knowledge of what strategies homeowners can use to sufficiently prepare for disasters.
“After every fire we have people who parachute in and try to make money offering systems that do not work to fight fires,” he said. “One has to be knowledgeable about how to fight fires that can rage as high as 100 miles per hour and that disburse embers into a vast area that can be miles out from where the fire is burning. We need to suppress fires in a five-acre window when they start due to the wind disbursing embers — embers are the reason many structures burn.”
Milstein, whose water systems saved Calimigos in the Woolsey Fire, utilizing 1 million gallons of water from an on-site lake and who saved the home of Mark Hamill and other estates, notes that such proactive systems and home hardening are critical in fighting fires.
Going forward after Woolsey As time marches on, fire survivors who were young have, of course, matured. In addition to the members of the Community Brigade who rallied to save several homes in Pt. Dume during the Woolsey Fire and who are now integral to the success of the Community Brigade, Farah Stack is a shining example of a Woolsey Fire survivor who is contributing to efforts to rebuild after both the Woolsey Fire and subsequent fires, including the Palisades Fire.
“Farah Stack, who is a Woolsey family young adult, is truly a symbol of hope and resilience,” Bundy shared. “Farah serves as an environmental sustainability analyst for the City of Malibu. In 2018, during her sophomore year at USC, she lost her childhood home in the Woolsey Fire — a pivotal experience that motivated her to help others through an environmental lens, focusing on sustainability, community resilience, and recovery.”
Bundy continued, “Driven by this experience, Farah pursued her Master’s in environmental sciences from USC and later worked on regional climate policy in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. In September 2024, Farah joined the City of Malibu to support its Environmental Programs Division. Within her first six months, when the Broad, Franklin, and Palisades fires impacted the community, she assisted with recovery efforts and has since been working on environmental initiatives as well as community outreach for rebuilding and recovery efforts.”
Bundy shared that Farah and her family rebuilt and returned to their home in 2022. For Stack, being back in Malibu symbolizes a meaningful opportunity to serve the community that shaped her.
Health officials warn that bacteria levels can remain dangerously high for at least 72 hours after rainfall ends, and contamination can linger on wet sand. Exposure risks include stomach flu, skin rashes, ear and eye infections, and upper respiratory issues.
Sergeant Soderlund offered one final piece of advice for drivers navigating wet roads, “If your windshield wipers are on, your headlights need to be on. It’s the law — and it helps everyone see you. Drive safely, follow the speed limit, and never attempt to cross standing water on the road — you can’t know how deep it is. Protect yourself and others by staying cautious and alert.”
As another band of rain approaches, Malibu’s message is clear: the community has made it through this storm, thanks to preparation and rapid response, but the season’s biggest threats may still lie ahead. Residents are urged to stay informed through official channels, avoid unnecessary travel on canyon roads, and keep emergency kits ready.
For the latest updates, follow NWS Los Angeles on X (@NWSLosAngeles), visit ready.lacounty.gov, weather.gov/lox, or malibucity.org.
thing that remains when our loved ones leave this world to continue their journey,” Perez Briseño said. “I’ve known Linda since I was 11 years old,” said Ian Roven, a co-owner of the two Howdy’s restaurants in Malibu. “As much as it hurts, all angels have to return to heaven.” Linda is survived by Howdy Kabrins and her loving daughter, Nicole Dubin Steen. She is predeceased by her stepdaughter, Gabriela Alban Kabrins. Private services for Linda Kabrins have been held. If readers wish to make donations in her name, the family suggests contributing to local charities serving families in need by providing them with food and school supplies for children.
Malibu Life
Rain lifts for Run Malibu Half Marathon
5K and Kids run cancelled, however, due to dangerous
conditions
By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times
Although rain and standing water forced the cancellation of Run Malibu’s 5K and Kids Dolphin Dash last Saturday, thousands of runners didn’t let scattered showers forecast on Sunday stop them participating in the weekend’s main event: the Run Malibu Half Marathon. And for those who showed up: “The sky parted and it was such a beautiful day,” according to Cassidy Benadum, Run Malibu’s director of community. “I think that it just added to the narrative of the race experience for so many people. They just had so much gratitude that they had put in all that time to train and ended up having a beautiful experience. It was awesome.”
The foot race, in years past held earlier in the fall at Zuma Beach, was scheduled this year in mid-November with a start and finish at scenic El Dorado Park at California State University Channel Islands. Co-founded by Malibu locals, Blue Benadum and the late Alberto Perusset out of a desire to share the area’s natural beauty and the benefits of an active, outdoor lifestyle, this was Run Malibu’s 17th year hosting the event along the iconic coastline. And although the scenery along the course was just north of Malibu, it still offered stunning views and perseverance of runners determined to finish the 13.2-mile race or log a personal best. Twenty-three participants from Malibu were scheduled to run in the Half Marathon but the winners were from elsewhere. Finishing first, Luke Creger, 26, of Del Mar had a fast 1:09:07.99 time. The
second male finisher was Chance Callinan, 21, from Huntington Beach with a time of 1:14:34.36. The third-place finisher in the Men’s category was Valentin Gonzalez, 37, of Newhall, right behind in 1:15:06.77
In the Non-Binary category Devon Kirkpatrick, 43, from Los Angeles ran the half in 2:35:01.99 and Emma Burns, 16, in 3:03:58.11
Despite a rain-soaked start to the weekend, Run Malibu’s charity partner, the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu, says
The Women’s category saw Kathryn Gooding, 34, of Marina del Rey taking first place at 1:25:50.53; Sara Novak, 32, of Portland, Oregon, taking second at 1:25:56.96; and Meredith Steely, 30, of Santa Monica claiming third place with a time of 1:28:55.21.
the spirit of the event never wavered. BGCM hosted a VIP lounge at the start and finish line. BGCM Vice President of Philanthropy Molly Scott said while Saturday’s heavy downpour forced organizers to cancel the 5K and kids’ race — “disappointing but necessary,” she noted —Sunday’s half marathon turned into an unexpectedly ideal event for runners.
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
Cool temperatures, light drizzle, and a sense of shared resilience gave the morning “a really great energy.”
For many, it was their first half-marathon, and the weather only added to the camaraderie. Scott said runners from BGCM’s first-ever official running team made an immediate impact, evident in the community that formed around their run. The group, created to motivate and
James Brolin on Hollywood, ‘Night of the Juggler,’ and life in Malibu
lowed, including “Traffic,” “High Risk,” “Catch Me if You Can,” “The Amityville
Widely recognized for his starring roles in critically acclaimed television dramas, Brolin has endeared himself to numerous generations of television viewers. He is especially applauded for his supporting actor role as Dr. Kiley in
Photo courtesy of Everett Johnson & Run Malibu
PEOPLE
Sunday Rainy Sunday
MALIBU SEEN
By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor
Nov. 16 Around the Malibu: So many social occasions…
Cassius
Why now, blow wind, swell billow, and swim bark!
The storm is up, and all is on the hazard.
William Shakespeare, “Julius Ceasar,” Act Five, Scene 1 Rain brings problems to Malibu — especially in the exposed, vulnerable burn scars — but it also gives Malibu more than one look. Instead of that monotonous perfection of blue skies and 70-degrees, Golden Hour sunshine, rainstorms inspire homesickness in people from NorCal or Seattle: Moody, cold, clear, clean. Golden Hour becomes Silver Hour.
The monsoonal downpours of Saturday night were borderline frightening, and then like being on a movie set, they would all of a sudden just STOP and there would be peace and calm. Then it would torrent again with thunder and lightning off in the distance, and alerts on the smartphone:
Malibu Canyon Road closed because of rockslides.
And something about 16 cars buried on Corral Canyon? Or was that a dream?
The weather was a worry because there were so many social occasions going on around the Malibu on Sunday: Had to find a place to watch the Five Time World Champion San Francisco Football 49ers beat whoever at 1:15. Then a post-storm paddle out (?!) at First Point and Celebration of Life for George “Mysto George” Carr at Duke’s from 3 o’clock on. And then at
PERSPECTIVE
6:30, a Malibu Film Society showing of “Princess Bride” at Ollo.
Zinqu é was closed — maybe because of the weather — so it was Sea N’ Soul Surf Shop to talk to the local rogues, get stories and drink Latigo Lattes. Not much surf rental business on a stormy Sunday with sketchy water conditions after all the creeks blew out, but Sea N’ Soul had a steady flow of customers — locals and visitors — warming up on coffee and talking story, served with wit and humor by Moxy and Cory.
Owner John came in a little later and talked about surfing Zeros solo Saturday evening in a downpour: “Nobody out, tide was up a little bit for Zeros but there was nobody there. Go right, go left. Drop in anywhere you want. No lightning until later.”
You know what they say: There’s no such thing as a small business. Surf shops are a small business and Owner John uses ocean activity as a head clearer and stress reliever.
9:52: It’s raining again. A gentle rain. What’s the total up to?
Almost 3 inches in the last 24 hours and that’s no bueno. The cliffs of Malibu are just impacted beach, which turns into a deadly Slurpee with enough rain.
Sitting at the bar, looking right, Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez are staring down on me from the back cover of their book “Along the Way: The Journey of a Father and a Son.” Part of the reason I come to Sea N’ Soul is hoping Emilio Estevez will walk in and I can crack him up with my best synchronicity story, which has to do with the movie “Repo Man” and Plate of Shrimp.
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Burt’s Eye View: A Guineess World Record
Imight be wrong, but I think I just broke a Guinness World Record. I saw three and a half ologists in under six hours. If that isn’t a record, it most assuredl y should be. Please let me elaborate.
I receive most of my medical attention at Cedars-Sinai, which is roughly an hour’s drive from my home in Malibu. Rather than schedule appointments on several different days, I try to lump them together to save many hours of driving. Last month, I outdid myself.
I saw my dermatologist at 8:30, my optometrist at 10, my rheumatologist at noon, and my urologist at 2 p.m.. Now you might say I only saw three ologists, but since my optometrist referred me to an ophthalmologist, I count that as half an ologist. (My computer keeps trying to change ‘ologist ’ to ‘eulogist.’)
I always believed tha t my parents would drive Medicare into bankruptcy, but I definitely will singlehandedly. Please don’t think these 3.5 ologists are the only ones I have seen lately. Earlier this year, I saw a radiologist and a neurologist, and my life will not be complete until I see my gastroenterologist later in the year. By now, I would not be surprised if many of you feel I need to see a psychologist.
My mother hated it when people down in Florida, where she and Dad lived, spoke all the time about which doctors they were seeing. In other words, Mom would have hated this column. “Sorry,” Mom.
And speaking of synchronicity, looking left there is a leaflet for for Zoe Scott’s “Confessions at the Cabana,” which proclaims itself Malibu’s #1 Podcast.
Just as I was wondering “How is that going?” Zoe Scott called. Synchronicity.
Speaking metaphorically, Zoe said, “‘Confessions at the Cabana’ is pelting down with views like the torrential rains. As of this week, the podcast has attracted almost half a million YouTube views since it began.”
With years of psychotherapy and healing herself under her belt and in her Gulliver, Zoe’s podcast gently opens the doorway to honest, heartfelt, and sometimes tearful confessions: “And the confessions keep coming and the tears keep flowing like the rains.”
Zoe and her editor, Dajana Mitchell, are still working on the Haylynn Conrad podcast with a Thanksgiving ETA. Chris Cortazzo’s catharsis is up and available now. Malibu’s real estate mogul opened up about losing his soulmate, Shannon Doherty, to brain cancer and how it nearly broke him. That got everybody crying, including Zoe. He also talked about his deep-rooted love of Malibu and his passion for the community: the homes and the nature.
Confessions at the Cabana will now also be open to local sponsors and advertisers, to cover filming costs. So anybody interested should contact them at confessio nsatthecabana@ gmail. com Check it out at: www.youtube.com/@ ConfessionsattheCaba na 12:30: John and I left at the same t ime. John drove up C orral Canyon, a bit worried about ru -
TV’s”Marcus Welby, M.D.” (1969-76), his playing Peter McDermott in “Hotel” (1983-88), and his performance in “The Reagans” (2003), where he portrayed the politician both as the former president and governor. Those roles earned him Emmy and two Golden Globe awards.
Another generation of fans became familiar with Brolin’s talented performances when he appeared as John Short, the family patriarch in “Life in Pieces” (2015-19).
Some decisions are best made quickly
Brolin’s storied acting career has sometimes involved him making quick, but very wise, decisions, he noted, sharing some stories such as when he and Richard Benjamin were cast in the lead roles as protagonists John Blaine and Peter Martin respectively, in 1973’s “Westworld” less than 48 hours before shooting began. “That became a huge hit,” Brolin notes. “My career really took off.”
Success was his in both film and television. “Aaron Spelling gave me the best offer — to star as Peter McDermott, the manager of the fictional St. Gregory Hotel in ‘Hotel.’” Spelling produced the show, a primetime soap opera that aired on ABC from 1983 to 1988. Brolin starred in the entire series and directed an episode as well.
“In both films and television, it was the same damned thing — at some point, I got tired of being the nice, tall guy in movies and I told directors that I didn’t want to act unless I could play complicated, weird characters,” Brolin said.“What I really wanted to do was to direct — that’s what I always wanted to do, but I always said, if I can’t direct, I’ll be an actor — whatever it takes to be on set.”
He shared details about some of his most enjoyable successes as a director.
“I directed the 1997 film ‘My Brother’s War’for producer Roger Corman, with a budget of $1 million,” he noted, discussing a film that was shot in Galway, Ireland, that also starred Josh Brolin, James’ son, and won Best Film at the Hollywood Film Festival.
mors about landslides an d buried cars, to ch eck on his homestead up at the top. I he aded back into Cross Creek to find some place to watch the Niners beat whomever. Zinqu é was still closed and Sparky’s didn’t have whatever channel the game wa s on. So I jus t foll owed the scores on m y phone.
John text ed me to report no v isible problems on C orral Canyon, so it must have been one o f those disaster dreams people have duri ng times of stress.
Driving east on PCH, I thought how trag ic it would be if Du ke’s got flooded aga in, before they reop ened from the Januar y floods that wrecke d the joint. Way bac k in June, the Duke’s people said they would be open by July, but now it’s mid-November and they’re still closed.
Abou t that, manager Jimm y Chavez said: “Myst o was a legend and we were honored to ho st his celebration o f life! Bummer that the weather hampered the guest list, but I know he would’ve been proud. We were shooting for Thanksg iving and are very c lose but looking clo ser to the holiday season now for a partial reopening of the Barefoot Bar and some of the dining room. With regards to p reparation, we are working with a few ci vil engineers to add some trench drainin g along PCH!”
The p arking lot was open and unflooded. But t he valet parkers wan ted $12 so I parked across the street by the liquor store.
Mysto George? Who i s Mysto George you a sk? All Malibu surfe rs of any note have nicknames: Little Man on Wheels, Tubesteak, Concrete Heiress , Gidget, Mongoose, Da Cat, Wave Killer, Child Bullier, etc.
Mysto George was the handle
The one that got away
Turning to the original reason for our phone call, the delightfully affable actor discussed the 2025 revival of “Night of the Juggler,” an independent film originally shot in 1980, but never widely released. Brolin played Sean Boyd, an ex-cop who races throughout 1970s New York City to rescue his kidnapped daughter amidst chase scenes that many viewers maintain are better than those in “The French Connection.”
The theatrical and home video release of a new 4K restoration of the 1980 film, which has been out of print for decades, has intrigued Brolin’s fans. The theatrical revival started in New York City in August and at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal. The new release was featured at the American Cinematheque in LA in September, an event that included a question-and-answer session with Brolin.
The release includes the new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, with audio options including 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo tracks. The 4K Ultra HD and Blu-Ray versions were released through Kino Lorber, and Radiance Films is handling the forthcoming UK release.
“‘Night of the Juggler’ disappeared,” wrote Julie Carmen, who co-starred with Brolin in the film, in an email to this author. Attaching a clip of the new iteration of the work provided by the distributor, Carmen described her role as “the Sweet Maria who works in a dog pound,” which “gives a hint,” she says, “about how Brolin’s character ultimately finds his daughter in the movie.”
Carmen greatly admired Brolin’s performance in the film. “James is a beast in this movie — he just throws everyone against the wall! It’s like traditional Chinese martial arts when you’re attacked from all directions,” Carmen said. “I really enjoyed working with him, he was a great star to work opposite of and he was very sensitive in the more in genue moments. For me, this film was a romantic action movie.”
“To me, ‘Night of the Juggler’ includes one of the best ever New York City chase scenes,” Brolin declared. “I broke my foot in the fourth week of shooting when I
for George Carr, a bon vivant and raconteur of in finite jest who relu ctantly passed on in August at the age o f 94. Think of an alchemy of Cab Call oway, George Clooney, and Pepe le Peu. M ysto George was born in 1931, so was one of the Happy Few to be a California sur fer in his 20s in th e 1950s.
Miki Dora c alled these The Golden Years of surfing: Post war, and the young people who surv ived World War II we re determined to liv e it up out of respe ct for their friends who didn’t make it.
America was a super power, jobs were ple ntiful. A typical ho usehold earning abou t $4,400 a year coul d afford a new Chevy Bel Air or Ford pan el for $2,000, a house for roughly $11,0 00, rent under $90, gas at 23 cents, and even a steak dinner for a couple of buc ks — because everyda y costs rose far slo wer than wages. It w as
entirely possible to live a solid, co mfortable middle-cla ss life on one incom e, something that is far harder to achie ve today.
Phyllis Tracy is the wife of Terry “Tubesteak” Tr acy who was the mode l for the Great Kahu na character played by Cliff Robertson i n “Gidget.” Also kno wn as The Concrete H eiress, Phyllis wasn’t at the party but had this to say abou t the George backstory: “George was a Lo ng Beach State stude nt when I knew him. My roommate and I so ld him a board. It w asn’t ours. The board belonged to my roo mmate’s brother. We took it as a joke, h e never missed it an d after a while we go t tired of stepping over it in our apart ment. I’m a good Cat holic girl-haha! It was a joke that actu ally wasn’t funny in hindsight. Read f ull article online at malibutimes.com
kicked a 2x6 white line prop that they’d forgotten to pick up.” Nevertheless, Brolin performed all of the stunts himself, broken foot and all.
“The film never got out in distribution,” Brolin noted. “I don’t know what will come of releasing this film from the 1980s, but we’ll see.”
The state of play in the industry
One cannot chat with a star of such stature without delving into his opinion regarding the challenges faced by the movie industry in an age of artificial intelligence, a surge in the popularity of verticals, and offshore filming incentives.
“What’s your advice to aspiring actors?”
The Malibu Times asked.
“Get out now!” Brolin quipped, half-kiddingly. “The business is morphing like crazy! With the owner of Oracle and his son merging CBS and Paramount and the emergence of AI, the business will never be the same.”
However, those who aspire to inspire viewers through the genres of film and television will have to adapt, just as he did. He noted that as his career progressed, he changed his affiliation from Fox to Universal, a decision that trans-
formed his career into an “overnight success.”
These days, he’s all about retooling movie scripts When one interviews someone like Brolin, the conversation cannot end without asking about his forthcoming projects.
“I just did a short stint in the 2025 Netflix series “Ransom Canyon,” a romantic Western Drama about three ranching families in Texas Hill Country,” he noted. However, he shared that he currently focuses primarily on retooling movie scripts and trying to get them funded so they can be brought to scale. “I have four films I’m working on developing and any one of them could make it,” he said. Any spoiler alerts? Not really, except he said, “One’s a California-oriented cowboy modern day story and it’s a great story idea — I need to find out who to pitch it to.”
Readers who are gambling aficionados will no doubt place large bets that pitch will be given great consideration as it’s being proposed by one of Malibu’s most talented directors and favorite and beloved residents.
JAMES BROLIN
The rainy Sunday of Nov. 16 in Malibu included a celebration of life for George “Mysto George” Carr, a bon vivant and raconteur of infinite jest who reluctantly passed on in August at the age of 94. Contributed photo collage
James Brolin stands in front of the Aero Theatre in Hollywood, where he did a Q-and-A after an American Cinematheque showing of his 1980 film “Night of the Juggler.” Contributed photo
By Burt Ross, Contributed Column
COMMUNITY
Paradise Cove hosts Malibu’s First Tip-A-Cop, raising spirits and support
Local deputies traded badges for aprons on Nov. 11, joining families, volunteers, and Special Olympics athletes for a heartfelt community fundraiser
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
Guests at Paradise Cove Restaurant were delighted to come upon Malibu’s first Tip-A-Cop fundraiser on Nov. 11. The event, organized by Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), an international fundraising and political awareness organization that campaigns for Special Olympics, featured local officers from the Lost Hills Station and other nearby stations acting as celebrity food servers to raise money to benefit Special Olympics.
“LETR is a grassroots organization that began in 1981 in Wichita, Kansas, raising only $300 and today, it has raised $1 billion and an unmeasurable amount of awareness for Special Olympics athletes and that organization’s mission,” said Greg Kozlowski, a Special Olympics Global Messenger and athlete.
Anna Sofire and her three children stopped by the LETR Tip a Cop information table at the entrance to the restaurant.“This event provides a great example to my children about giving back and being aware of the
support one another while raising money, brought together staff, “super-volunteers,” first responders, former club members, and other locals. They trained using a program developed by Cassidy Benadum, which included both physical and mental preparation. Gus Peterson, director of the Malibu Community Long Term Recovery Group finished his inaugural race with “the biggest smile of anyone out there,” according to Scott. Former BGCM member Oscar Amaya, whose family lost its home in the Woolsey Fire, also completed the race and shared with teammates how grateful he felt to be part of the group. Trish Engel of World Central Kitchen, another first-timer, wrote that she would be resting for the next couple days, “but celebrating mentally.”
The club is still tallying its fundraising totals — a process that typically takes a couple of weeks — and Scott wanted to thank all the locals who donated goods and services to boost those efforts. The Club’s VIP area was fueled entirely by donated goods from local partners including Duke’s Malibu burritos at the finish line.
Special Olympics,” Sofire commented. “I used to volunteer for the Special Olympics and I think this is absolutely wonderful!”
Tim Morris, owner of Paradise Cove Restaurant, grinned broadly as he surveyed the eatery, observing officers good-naturedly serving food and drinks to the delighted customers.
“We’re super happy to host this amazing event and to do anything we can to support both our Sheriff’s Department and the Special Olympics,” Morris said. “Doing such things is a big part of what makes Malibu a
Starbucks Cross Creek opened early to brew gallons of coffee and provide pastries, Vision for Enrichment/Integrated & Mindful Bodyworks sent four therapists to offer sports-specific bodywork, Fleet Feet Agoura Hills donated socks and discounts, and Magic Mind, a wellness shot company founded by a Malibu resident, supplied mental-performance drinks at the start and finish.
Cassidy Benadum concluded with a thought on the nearly 2,500 runners who participated.
“It’s really a celebration of coming together and taking on something challenging,” she said. “You have the course, you have your own training, whether it went well or not, but you also have the weather. And I think it’s great to have those days where everything clicks and everything comes together. But the days where it doesn’t come together like that and you have those hurdles that you have to face, it just makes the victory feel even more triumphant and even more memorable. People were just so happy to be there. There’s just nothing like that finish line moment. It’s so magical. You know, people are just so proud of what they’ve just done and rightfully so.”
great community.”
“The Lost Hills Sheriff’s officers are delighted to participate in the Tip-A-Cop event,” said Capt. Dustin Carr, adding that he hopes many more such events occur in Malibu.
Sgt. Frank Durham, an officer who works at Los Angeles schools and a member of the LETR Executive Council, explained the significance of the organization.
“The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics showcases Guardians of
the Flame events when law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes carry the Flame of Hope into the opening ceremony of local competitions and into Special Olympics State, Provincial, National, Regional, and World Games,” he said. “Carrying the Flame of Hope symbolizes courage and celebrates diversity uniting communities around the globe.”
Durham and Deputy Rick Baldi of the Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station explained that LETR sponsors various third-party events to benefit the Special Olympics. “One of
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the coolest initiatives involves a plane pull at Long Beach Airport where volunteers pull a 62-ton UPS Boeing 767 with a rope,” Durham said. “We invite everyone to participate in LETR and folks may want to consider attending the annual gala hosted by Special Olympics to honor volunteers on Feb. 26 at the Lions Automobilia Foundation & Museum venue.”
To find out more about that event, other Tip-A-Cop events, and a host of other LETR events, one can visit the website for Special Olympics, sosc.org or letr.org
Runners braved the elements on Sunday, Nov. 16 to compete in the Run Malibu Half Marathon. Photo courtesy of Everett Johnson & Run Malibu Photos courtesy of Everett Johnson & Run Malibu
2025213180
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GOLDEN CAPE
6220 TRANCAS CYN RD., MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s): DEXTER HALL LLC
6220 TRANCAS CYN. RD. MALIBU, CA 90265
If Corporation or LLC- 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: 10/2025
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, DEXTER HALL LLC, KAMALA HARMONY, CEO
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 10/10/2025 NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No. 25SMCP00552
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Petition of: LAURA MORRISON ROCKWELL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Petitioner: LAURA MORRISON ROCKWELL a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: LAURA MORRISON ROCKWELL Proposed Name: LAURA HAND ROCKWELL
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: 12-05-25 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: K
The address of the court is:
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES 1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, 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: OCT 22, 2025
LAWRENCE H. CHO, Judge of the Superior Court
SHERRI R. CARTER, Executive Officer/Clerk of Court
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No. 25SMCP00557
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Petition of: BROOKE TRUDY HODGSON TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Petitioner: BROOKE TRUDY HODGSON a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: BROOKE TRUDY HODGSON Proposed Name: BROOKE TRUDY COLLIER
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: DEC 12, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: K
The address of the court is:
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE
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: OCT 24, 2025
LAWRENCE H. CHO, Judge of the Superior Court
DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court
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LEGAL NOTICES
2025199148
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SUNNY SIDE UP THERAPY
2531 TURNBULL CANYON ROAD, HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):
Registered Owner(s): THE CHUTHERS, INC., 2531 TURNBULL CANYON ROAD
HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745
If Corporation or LLC- State of Incorporation/Organization CA
This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed, THE CHUTHERS, INC., COLLEEN OHLMAN, SECRETARY
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 9/24/2025 NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CARTP-25021227 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/7/2025. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 29249 of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CA-RTP-25021227. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. On December 3, 2025, at 11:00:00 AM, AT THE COURTYARD LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by 9000 ARLINGTON AVE LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, as Trustors, recorded on 4/24/2025, as Instrument No. 20250266968, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Property is being sold “as is — where is. TAX PARCEL NO. 2069-073-024 LOTS 17 AND 18 OF TRACT NO. 45948, IN THE CITY OF CALABASAS, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP FILED IN BOOK 1154, PAGES 61 THROUGH 65
INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THEREFROM THE MINERALS, OIL, GAS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND. THE ABOVE LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS PURSUANT TO THAT NOTICE OF LOT MERGER RECORDED OCTOBER 20, 1994 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 1905820, OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the
above described property is purported to be 23476 PALM DR, CALABASAS, CA 91302. : Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $627,991.82. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.
NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 877-237-7878, or visit www.peak foreclosure.com using file number assigned to this case: CA-RTP-25021227 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PERSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any perspective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. by 5:00 PM on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. (f no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com Dated: 11/3/2026 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE By: Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale OfficerA-4857455 11/13/2025, 11/20/2025, 11/27/2025 MALIBU 254
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 25-001392FNT Loan No: Melody, Inc. APN 4443-008-073 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 19, 2023. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Courtyard located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 917686, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee (the “Trustee”), under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on September 20, 2023, as Instrument No. 20230629018 of official records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA, executed by: Melody, Inc., a Delaware Corporation doing business as Melody Arches, Inc., as Trustor (the “Trustor”), in favor of Steven Supowitz, as Trustee of the Opus Trust, as Beneficiary, and any modifications thereto are collectively referred to herein from time to time as the “Deed of Trust”, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF. EXHIBIT “A” THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA IN COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISED OF: PARCEL 1: (A.) AN UNDIVIDED 1/2 INTEREST IN AND TO PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 25785, IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP FILED IN BOOK 350, PAGE 52 AND 53 OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THEREFROM UNITS 1 AND 2 AS DEFINED AND DELINEATED ON A CONDOMINIUM PLAN RECORDED SEPTEMBER 03, 2020, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20201053517 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL OIL RIGHTS, NATURAL GAS RIGHTS, MINERAL RIGHTS, ALL OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BY WHATSOEVER NAME KNOWN AND WATER CLAIM OR RIGHTS TO WA-
TER TOGETHER WITH THE APPURTENANT RIGHTS. THERETO, WITHOUT HOWEVER, ANY RIGHT TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND NOR ANY PORTION OF THE SUBSURFACE LYING ABOVE A DEPTH OF 500 FEET AS EXCEPTED OR RESERVED BY DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 30, 1956, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 1007 IN BOOK 52990, PAGE 352 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. (B.) UNIT 2 AS DEFINED AND DELINEATED ON ABOVE REFERRED TO CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 2: AN EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA FOR ALL USES AND PURPOSES OF A “YARD”, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT THE SAME TO OTHERS ON, OVER AND ACROSS THOSE PORTIONS OF SAID LAND DEFINED AND DELINEATED AS “EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA”, “Y2”, AS DESCRIBED ON THE ABOVE REFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 3: AN EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA FOR ALL USES AND PURPOSES OF A “DECK”, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT THE SAME TO OTHERS ON, OVER AND ACROSS THOSE PORTIONS OF SAID LAND DEFINED AND DELINEATED AS “EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA”, “D2”, AS DESCRIBED ON THE ABOVE REFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 4: NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS, APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 ABOVE DESCRIBED FOR INGRESS, EGRESS, ACCESS AND RECREATIONAL RIGHTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE UTILITIES, RIGHT OF WAY TO UTILITY COMPANIES AND PUBLIC AGENCIES, ENCROACHMENT, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, USE AND ENJOYMENT PURPOSES, WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT, TRANSFER AND CONVEY THE SAME TO OTHERS, THEIR SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE UNIT OWNERS ON, OVER, ACROSS AND THROUGH THE COMMON AREA PARCEL 1 OF SAID PARCEL MAP NO. 25785, AS DESCRIBED IN AN INSTRUMENT ENTITLED “DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVATION OF EASEMENTS FOR 18231/18233 COASTLINE DRIVE – PARCEL MAP NO. 25785 (A CONDOMINIUM PROJECT), RECORDED SEPTEMBER 03, 2020, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20201053518 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 5: AN EASEMENT FOR PRIVATE ROAD PURPOSES TO BE USE IN COMMON WITH THE OTHER OWNERS OF SAID PARCEL MAP AS RESERVED IN A DEED EXECUTED BY D.S.D. DEVELOPMENT CO. RECORDED MARCH 30, 1956, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 101. EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND LYING WITHIN PARCEL 1. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the Property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the Property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the Property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this Property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 29249 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 1.866.684.2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00139-2FNT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 1.866.684.2727, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00139-2FNT to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 18231 Coastline Drive, Malibu, CA. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $313,530.15 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may
include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 29249 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 1.866.684.2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00139-2FNT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 1.866.684.2727, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00139-2FNT to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other commondesignation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 18231 Coastline Drive, Malibu, CA.The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $313,530.15 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. DATE: November 4,2025 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY TRUSTEE 25-001 392FNT5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 130El Dorado Hills, CA 95762916-636-0114 Jenny Taylor, Senior Vice President, Default Resolution Network Division IN CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.servicelinkasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 1.866.684.2727 DATE: November 4, 2025 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 25-00139-2FNT 5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 130 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916-636-7 Jenny Taylor, Senior Vice President, Default Resolution Network Division SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.servicelinkasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 1.866.684.2727 A-4857573 11/13/2025, 11/20/2025, 11/27/2025 MALIBU 257
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 25-001382FNT Loan No: Levy/Melody, Inc. APN 4443-008-073 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED JULY 1, 2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Courtyard located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee (the “Trustee”), under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 7, 2022, as Instrument No. 20220699967 of official records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA, executed by: Melody, Inc., a Delaware Corporation doing business as Melody Arches, Inc., as
Trustor (the “Trustor”), in favor of Steven Supowitz, as Trustee of the Opus Trust, as Beneficiary, and any modifications thereto are collectively referred to herein from time to time as the “Deed of Trust”, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF.EXHIBIT “A” THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA IN COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISED OF: PARCEL 1: (A.) AN UNDIVIDED 1/2 INTEREST IN AND TO PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 25785, IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP FILED IN BOOK 350, PAGE 52 AND 53 OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THEREFROM UNITS 1 AND 2 AS DEFINED AND DELINEATED ON A CONDOMINIUM PLAN RECORDED SEPTEMBER 03, 2020, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20201053517 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL OIL RIGHTS, NATURAL GAS RIGHTS, MINERAL RIGHTS, ALL OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BY WHATSOEVER NAME KNOWN AND WATER CLAIM OR RIGHTS TO WATER TOGETHER WITH THE APPURTENANT RIGHTS. THERETO, WITHOUT HOWEVER, ANY RIGHT TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND NOR ANY PORTION OF THE SUBSURFACE LYING ABOVE A DEPTH OF 500 FEET AS EXCEPTED OR RESERVED BY DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 30, 1956, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 1007 IN BOOK 52990, PAGE 352 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. (B.) UNIT 2 AS DEFINED AND DELINEATED ON ABOVE REFERRED TO CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 2: AN EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA FOR ALL USES AND PURPOSES OF A “YARD’ TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT THE SAME TO OTHERS ON, OVER AND ACROSS THOSE PORTIONS OF SAID LAND DEFINED AND DELINEATED AS “EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA”, “Y2”, AS DESCRIBED ON THE ABOVE REFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 3: AN EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA FOR ALL USES AND PURPOSES OF A “DECK” TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT THE SAME TO OTHERS ON, OVER AND ACROSS THOSE PORTIONS OF SAID LAND DEFINED AND DELINEATED AS “EXCLUSIVE USE COMMON AREA”, “D2”, AS DESCRIBED ON THE ABOVE REFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN. PARCEL 4: NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENTS, APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1 ABOVE DESCRIBED FOR INGRESS, EGRESS, ACCESS AND RECREATIONAL RIGHTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE UTILITIES, RIGHT OF WAY TO UTILITY COMPANIES AND PUBLIC AGENCIES, ENCROACHMENT, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, USE AND ENJOYMENT PURPOSES, WITH THE RIGHT TO GRANT, TRANSFER AND CONVEY THE SAME TO OTHERS, THEIR SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE UNIT OWNERS ON, OVER, ACROSS AND THROUGH THE COMMON AREA PARCEL 1 OF SAID PARCEL MAP NO. 25785, AS DESCRIBED IN AN INSTRUMENT ENTITLED “DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVATION OF EASEMENTS FOR 18231/18233 COASTLINE DRIVE — PARCEL MAP NO. 25785 (A CONDOMINIUM PROJECT), RECORDED SEPTEMBER 03, 2020, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20201053518 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 5: AN EASEMENT FOR PRIVATE ROAD PURPOSES TO BE USE IN COMMON WITH THE OTHER OWNERS OF SAID PARCEL MAP AS RESERVED IN A DEED EXECUTED BY D.S.D. DEVELOPMENT CO. RECORDED MARCH 30, 1956, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 101. EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND LYING WITHIN PARCEL 1. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the Property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the Property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the Property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this Property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 29249 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 1.866.684.2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00138-2FNT. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 1.866.684.2727, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-00138-2FNT to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible
tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is’. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 18231 Coastline Drive, Malibu, CA. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $557,223.28 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. DATE: November 4, 2025 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 25-00138-2FNT 5170 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 130 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916-636-0114 Jenny Taylor, Senior Vice President, Default Resolution Network Division SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.servicelinkasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 1.866.684.2727
MALIBU 258
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No. 25LBCP00443
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Petition of: ALLISON TAN LLWYN EDEN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Petitioner: ALLISON TAN LLWYN EDEN a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
Present Name: ALLISON TAN LLWYN EDEN Proposed
Name: ALLISON TAN JUAN (maiden name)
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.
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
275 MAGNOLIA AVENUE, LONG BEACH, 90802
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: NOV 06, 2025
MARK C. KIM, Judge of the Superior Court
DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/2025 The Malibu Times
MALIBU 259
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-25-1020470-AB
Order No.: CTT25036878 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/25/2024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Ayal Chavoinik and Mishel Elkayam, husband and wife as community property with right of survivorship Recorded: 7/30/2024 as Instrument No. 20240506555 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 12/11/2025 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $2,092,921.45 The purported property address is: 19300 PACIFIC COAST HWY, MALIBU, CA 90265 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 4449-005-017 All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the
auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1020470-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 619-645-7711, or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1020470-AB to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use file number CA-25-1020470-AB and call (866) 645-7711 or login to: http://www.qualityloan.com. The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant, Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866)
APN: 4438-
and 4438-004-012 You Are In Default Under A Short Form Deed Of Trust And Assignment Of Rents Dated 12/31/2021 And More Fully Described Below (The “Deed Of Trust”). Unless You Take Action To Protect Your Property, It May Be Sold At A Public Sale. If You Need An Explanation Of The Nature Of The Proceedings Against You, You Should Contact A Lawyer. A
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be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, legal fees and costs, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee (“Trustee”) for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor(s): Trade Winds Three LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company Recorded: recorded on 01/12/2022 as Document No. 20220045963 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California Date of Sale: 12/11/2025 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $633,869.85 The purported property address is: 23200 Red Rock Rd, Topanga, CA 90290 Legal Description See Attached Exhibit “A” Assessors Parcel No. 4438-005-022 and 4438-004-012
The beneficiary under the Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell Under Short Form Deed of Trust and Assignment of Rents (the “Notice of Default and Election to Sell”). The undersigned caused the Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice To Potential Bidders: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. Notice To Property Owner: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (877)440-4460 or visit this internet web-site www.mkconsultantsinc.com, using the file number assigned to this case F25-00182. 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 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)440-4460 or visit this internet website site www.mkconsultantsinc. com, using the file number assigned to this case F25-00182 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.* NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: WE REQUIRE CERTIFIED FUNDS AT SALE BY CASHIER’S CHECK(S) PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO “ASSURED LENDER SERVICES, INC.” TO AVOID DELAYS IN ISSUING THE FINAL DEED. Date: 11/5/2025 Assured Lender Services, Inc. Abby Damico, Foreclosure Assistant Assured Lender Services, Inc. 111 Pacifica Suite 140 Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (714) 508-7373 Sales Line: (877)4404460 Sales Website: www.mkconsultantsinc.com Reinstatement Line: (714) 508-7373 To request reinstatement and/or payoff FAX request to: (714) 505-3831 This Office Is Attempting To Collect A Debt And Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose. Exhibit A (Legal Description) The Land Referred To Herein Is Situated In The County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, And Is Described As Follows: Parcel 1: The East One-Half Of Lot 32 Of Tract No. 6131, In The County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, As Per Map Recorded In Book 68, Pages 37 To 40 Inclusive Of Maps, In The Office Of The County Recorder Of Said County, Further Described As Follows: Commencing At The Most Easterly Corner Of Lot 32; Thence Northwesterly On South West Line Of Red Rock Trail 208.41 Feet Then South To A Point In South Line 143, 60 Feet East From Most Westerly Corner Thereof, Thence East 183.59 Feet To Point Of Beginning, As Described In The Certificate Of Compliance Recorded December 26,
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1979, As Instrument No. 79-1443479 Of Official Records. Parcel 2A: The Northwest One-Quarter Of The Northeast One-Quarter Of Section 11, Township 1 South, Range 17 West, San Bernardino Base And Meridian, In The County Of Los Angeles, State Of California, According To The Official Plat Of Said Land Filed In The District Land Office, August 31, 1896. Except Therefrom The East 334 Feet Thereof Also Except Therefrom The West 330 Feet Thereof, Said Land Is Described In The Certificate Of Compliance Recorded November 26, 1980 As Instrument No. 19801198536, Of Official Records. Parcel 2B: A Variable Width Easement For Ingress, Egress, Roadway, Construction, Maintenance And All Incidental Purposes Thereto, Over A Portion Of The Westerly 330 Feet, Of The Northwest 1/4, Of The Northeast 1/4, Of Section 11, Township 1 South, Range 17 West, San Bernardino Meridian, In The County Of Los Angeles, State Of California And Is More Particularly Described As Follows: Commencing At The Northwesterly Corner Of The Land Described In Instrument No. 80-1198536, Of Official Records; Thence Southerly Along The Westerly Line Of Said Land, South 00° 38’ 17” West 404.42 Feet To The Point Of Beginning For This Description; Thence Leaving SaidWesterly Line South 69° 48’ 47” West 60.01 Feet; Thence South 19° 23’ 11” East 81.98 Feet To The Beginning Of A Tangent Curve Concave Westerly, Having A Radius Of 30.00 Feet; Thence Southerly Along Said Curve A Distance Of 16.77 Feet Through A Central Angle Of 32° 01’ 26”; Thence South 12° 38’ 15” West 50.06 Feet, To The Beginning Of A Tangent Curve Concave Easterly, Having A Radius Of 119.27 Feet; Thence Southerly Along Said Curve A Distance Of 83.10 Feet Through A Central Angle Of 39° 55’ 11”; Thence South 27° 14’ 02” East 55.68 Feet To A Point On The Westerly Line Of The Land Described In Inst. No. 80-1198536, Of Official Records, Said Point Being South 00° 38’ 17” West 293.62 Feet From The Point Of Beginning; Thence North 00° 38’ 17” East 293.62 Feet To The Point Of Beginning.
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 528
Ordinance No. 528 is an Ordinance of the City of Malibu approving Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 16-001 to change the zoning from Community Commercial to Commercial Visitor Serving-One in the Local Coastal Program Local Implementation Plan for 22752 Pacific Coast Highway and 22762 Pacific Coast Highway and directing the filing of the amendment with the California Coastal Commission for certification, and Zoning Map Amendment No. 15001 to change the zoning from Community Commercial to Commercial Visitor Serving-One for the same properties. The Ordinance updates the zoning to reflect the proposed bed and breakfast inn use and maintains consistency with the General Plan and Local Coastal Program policies for visitor-serving commercial uses along the coast. A full copy of the Ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s office.
I CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE NO. 527 was passed and adopted at the Regular City Council meeting of November 10, 2025.
Kelsey Pettijohn City Clerk Publish: The Malibu Times, November 20, 2025
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 527
Ordinance No. 527 is an Ordinance of the City of Malibu designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones within the City of Malibu based on the State Fire Marshal 2025 Local Responsibility Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map. The Ordinance updates and replaces Ordinance No. 299, adopted in 2006, to formally designate moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones within the City as required by Government Code Section 51179. The updated 2025 map makes no changes to existing Fire Hazard Severity Zones within the City. A full copy of the Ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s office.
I CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE NO. 527 was passed and adopted at the Regular City Council meeting of November 10, 2025.
Kelsey Pettijohn City Clerk Publish: The Malibu Times, November 20, 2025 MALIBU 265
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, January 6, 2026, at 9:00
a.m.
Hearing Location: Hall of Records, 320 W. Temple Street, Room 150, 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.: PRJ2024-003440-(3)
Project Location: 928 Latigo Canyon Road, Malibu within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area
Applicant: Sharli Guta
CEQA Categorical Exemption: Class 4
Project Description: Minor Conditional Use Permit to authorized exploratory testing to determine water availability for a proposed single-family residence
More information: Shawn Skeries 320 W. Temple Street, 13th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. sskeries@planning.lacounty.gov planning.lacounty.gov
Case Material: https://bit.ly/PRJ2024-003440
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 PUBLIC SALE
Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act (B&P Code 21700 et seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on November 24, 2025, personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/ or other household items located at: Mariposa Land Company, Ltd., dba Malibu Self Storage 3728 Cross Creek Road
Malibu, California 90265
Time: 10:00 AM
Stored by the following persons: 215 Jose Velazquez
All sales subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations available at sale. Published in the Malibu Times 11/20/2025. MALIBU 267
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL
The Malibu City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. on the item identified below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA.
Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to citycouncil@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity. org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE: ORDINANCE 531U
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MALIBU ADOPTING BY REFERENCE TITLE 26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 31 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2025 EDITION; THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2025 EDITION; TITLE 33 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION; THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2025 EDITION; THE CALIFORNIA REFERENCES STANDARDS CODE, 2025 EDITION; THE CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 2025 EDITION, THE CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, 2025 EDITION, MAKING AMENDMENTS TO SAID CODES; DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 503; AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
COPIES OF THE CODE ARE ON FILE WITH THE CITY CLERK AND OPEN TO PUBLIC INSPECTION.
IF YOU CHALLENGE THE CITY COUNCIL’S ACTION IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE, OR OTHERWISE HELD BY THE CITY, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY, EITHER AT OR PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC HEARING.
If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Yolanda Bundy, Community Development Director/ Building Official, at (310) 456-2489, ext. 229. Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on or before the date of the meeting.
Yolanda Bundy, Community Development Director/Building Official
Publish Dates: November 20, 2025, November 27, 2025 and December 4, 2025 MALIBU 268
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION
The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on TUESDAY, December 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch
Road, Malibu, CA on the projects identified below.
Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to planningcommission@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 18-038, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 19-002, LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 23-003, ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 18-001, VARIANCE NOS. 21-001, 21-002 AND 21-003, AND SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 18-044 - An application for the construction of a new 1,792 square-foot, two-story senior living facility with an attached 805-square-foot garage, 1,194 square-foot basement, terrace decks, retaining and impact walls, permeable driveway with Fire Department truck turnaround, onsite wastewater treatment system, landscaping, grading, and associated development and demolition of a remnant portion of a foundation and one retaining wall; including variances for the construction on slopes steeper than 2.5 to 1, for retaining wall height up to 24 feet and impact wall height up to 11 feet, for development in the ESHA buffer and fuel modification in ESHA and buffer; a site plan review for building height of 24 feet with a flat roof, a conditional use permit for the residential care facility for the elderly in the Community Commercial zoning district; a Local Coastal Plan Amendment to change the land use designation and zoning from Commercial Neighborhood to Community Commercial; and a zoning map amendment for a change in zoning district from Commercial Neighborhood to Community Commercial District
Case Planner: Allison Cook, Contract Planner (805) 415-1991 capstonecityplan@gmail.com
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 19-012, CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 21-004, AND LOT MERGER NO. 24-002 - An application for the construction of a new one-story, 9,219 square- foot single-family residence, including a 1,000 square-foot subterranean two-car garage, 1,523 square-foot basement, 676 square- foot gym, detached 465 square- foot detached guest house, swimming pools, driveways, decks, landscaping, water features, hardscape, grading, retaining walls, and onsite wastewater treatment system; including a certificate of compliance to recognize an illegally created lot consisting of two parcels, and a lot merger to consolidate two parcels into one
Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal Commission
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(e) and 15303(a) Application Filed: March 7, 2019
Case Planner: Allison Cook, Contract Planner (805) 415-1991 capstonecityplan@gmail.com
EXTENSION OF COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 18-015, VARIANCE NO. 18-024, SITE PLAN REVIEW NOS. 18-017 AND 22-023, AND MINOR MODIFICATION NO. 18-007 - A request to extend the Planning Commission’s approval for construction of a new two-story single-family residence and associated development; including site plan reviews for construction over 18 feet up to a maximum height of 24 feet for a flat roof and for the project to be exempt from additional regulations for hillside residential development, a variance for construction on slopes steeper than 2.5 to 1 and a minor modification for up to a 50 percent reduction of the front yard setback
Location: 30015 Andromeda Lane
APN: 4469-004-027
Zoning: Rural Residential, Two-Acre (RR-2)
Owner/Applicant: Sandy Fazeli
Appealable to: City Council
Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and 15303(e)
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 Community Development 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 Community Development 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 affordCONTINUED ON PAGE
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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.
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Publish Date: November 20, 2025 MALIBU 269
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION
The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, December 1, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA on the projects identified below.
Public comment can be submitted ahead of the public hearing to planningcommission@malibucity.org for inclusion in the public record. To participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation.
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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 Community Development 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 Community Development 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.
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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.
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.
Yolanda Bundy, Community Development Director
Publish Date: November 20, 2025 MALIBU 270
NOTICE INVITING BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the City of Malibu, MALIBU COMMUNITY LABOR EXCHANGE CENTER SPECIFICATION NO. 2103, will be received by the City Clerk, at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, California, 90265, at or before 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read by the City Clerk (or designated
representative).
SCOPE OF WORK
In general, the proposed improvements consist of a new Type V-A, full sprinklered building, including all finishes, a restroom, ADA compliance, sitework, including parking lot and landscape, utility connections to existing infrastructure, a trash enclosure, and all other appurtenant work included and shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.
PRE-BID CONFERENCE
This is a HUD Section 3 Contract and all Bidders/Proposers must commit to achieving established requirements, including benchmarks, for Section 3 Workers and Section 3 Targeted Workers to be considered a responsive bidder/ proposer and eligible for a contract award.
This HUD Section 3 covered construction contract requires compliance with the labor hour benchmarks outlined in Section 3 of the Housing and Urban and Development Act.
A Section 3 Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting/Job Walk will be held to discuss the Bid and Section 3 Requirements. City of Malibu staff will respond to questions from potential Bidders. This meeting is scheduled at 3 p.m. on December 2, 2025 at City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, California 90265, to explain the Section 3 requirements and benchmarks. Direct all questions to Julie Santia, Section 3 coordinator at jsantia@malibucity.org. A site walk-through will be conducted immediately following the pre-bid conference.
The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class “B” State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for Project Specification No. 2103 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department.
An electronic copy of plans and specifications may be obtained by prospective bidders from the Public Works Department through mpublicworks@malibucity.org
All prospective bidders shall abide by the provisions of the Bid Terms and Conditions listed in the project’s specifications.
The City reserves the right to retain all bids for a period of 90 days after the bid opening date for examination and comparison and to delete any portion of the work from the Contract. The City reserves the right to determine and waive nonsubstantial irregularities in any bid, and to reject any or all bids. The bid shall be balanced so that each bid item is priced to carry its share of the cost of the work and also its share of the contractor’s overhead and profit. The City reserves the right to delete any bid item to the extent that the bid is qualified by specific limitation. An unbalanced bid shall be considered as grounds for rejecting the entire bid. The City shall award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder as the interest of the City may require.
Bidders are advised that prior to awarding the contract a Federal and State Contractor Eligibility check will be per-
formed verifying status with the California Department of Industrial relations at http://www.cslb.ca.gov and eligibility at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/debar.html and with the online excluded parties list at the federal System for Award Management (SAM) website https://sam.gov/content/ entity-reinformation
This project is funded in whole or in part with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Federal Labor Standards Provisions, including prevailing wage requirements of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts will be enforced. In the event of a conflict between Federal and State wages rates, the higher of the two will prevail.
In accordance with the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has established the general prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification and type of work needed to execute contracts for public works and improvements. The per diem wages published at the date the contract is advertised for bids shall be applicable. Future effective wage rates which have been predetermined are on file with the Department of Industrial Relations, are referenced but not printed in said publication. The new wage rates shall become effective on the day following the expiration date and apply to this contract in the same manner as if they had been included or referenced in this contract. The website for California Department of Industrial Relations Prevailing Wage Unit is currently located at www.dir.ca.gov, prevailing wages are located on the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/ dlsr/pwd/index.htm
Bidders are advised that, as required by federal law, the City of Malibu is implementing new Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements.
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) contract goal is 15.3% for this project
Furthermore, the Davis Bacon Act provisions apply to this project. The current Federal General Wage Determinations as predetermined by the Secretary of Labor are located at www.dol.gov. If there is a difference in the Federal minimum wage rates and the California Department of Industrial Relations rates for similar classifications of labor, the contractor and their subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate.
The wage rate for any classification not listed by the California Department of Industrial Relations, but which may be required to execute the proposed contract, shall be in accord with specified rates for similar or comparable classifications or for those performing similar or comparable duties, within the agency’s determinations.
At the time of submitting the bid the Bidder shall be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations in accordance with the provisions of Section 1771.1 of the California Labor Code, as amended by Senate Bill 854. No public work contract may be awarded to a non-registered contractor or subcontractor.
Contractors and their subcontractors who apply or bid for an award for an infrastructure project subject to the domestic preference requirement in the Build America, Buy
America Act (BABAA) shall file the required certification to the LACDA with each bid or offer for an infrastructure project, unless a domestic preference requirement is waived by HUD. Contractors and subcontractors certify that no federal financial assistance funding for infrastructure projects will be provided unless all the iron, steel, manufactured projects, and construction materials used in the project are produced in the United States (BABAA, Pub. L. No. 117-58 §§ 70901-52). Contractors and subcontractors shall also disclose any use of federal financial assistance for infrastructure projects that do not ensure compliance with BABAA domestic preference requirements. Such disclosures shall be forwarded to the grant recipient who in turn will forward the disclosures to HUD, the federal awarding agency; subrecipients will forward disclosures to the pass-through entity, who will in turn forward the disclosures to HUD.
Without exception, the bidder is required to state the name and address of each subcontractor who will perform work or labor or render service to the prime contractor and the portion of the work which each will do in their bid as required by Section 23, “Subcontracts”, of the Standard Specifications and in conformance with Public Contract Code, Sections 4100 to 4113, inclusive.
The City will not consider awarding any contract based upon any bid submitted by any contractor nor consent to subletting any portions of the Contract to any subcontractor located in a foreign country during any period in which such foreign country is listed by the United States Trade Representative as discriminating against U.S. firms in conducting procurements for public works projects.
All bidders are hereby notified that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, Business Enterprises must be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin consideration for an award.
The Contractor may substitute securities for retention monies pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300
Date this 14 th day of November, 2025 CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA
Tatiana Holden, Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer
Published: Malibu Times on November 20, 2025 and November 27, 2025
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NOTICE INVITING RESPONSE
Schneider Electric Buildings America
RFP No. PC25P0085 SMMUSD–MG-STR
Project Title: Ground Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Array NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that responses to a Request for Proposal will be received by Schneider Electric Buildings America for the furnishing of design, labor, materials, tools, equipment, and services necessary for the completion of the above-referenced project.
Proposal Submission Deadline:
Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM PST
Location: Schneider Electric Building Connected Portal
RFP Responses and Evaluations: Responses to the RFP will be received through Schneider Electric’s Building Connected portal, reviewed, and scored based on the lowest responsive, responsible bid.
Project Description
The scope of work includes the structural design and installation of a 534 kW groundmounted photo voltaic system at the Malibu MS/HS campus. Respondents must hold an active Over-the-Counter approved Prechecked design for ground mount solar through the California Division of the State Architect (DSA).
Mandatory Job Walk
Date: Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM PST
Location: Malibu High School, 30215 Morning View Dr., Malibu, CA 90265
Attendance is mandatory for all Design/Build firms intending to submit a response.
License Requirements
Respondents must possess a valid Architect or Structural Engineer license(s) in addition to a California Contractor’s License Class “A or B” at the time of the response submission.
Prevailing Wage
This is a public works project subject to prevailing wage laws under California Labor Code Section 1720 et seq. and the Davis-Bacon Act. The higher of state or federal rates will apply.
Skilled and Trained Workforce
This Project requires the use of a Skilled and Trained Workforce in accordance with PCC Section 2601.
Authority Having Jurisdiction
The Authority Having Jurisdiction for this Project is the California Division of the State Architect (DSA). While not a requirement, experience with submitting plans and obtaining approvals from the DSA is highly recommended. This Project will include continuous observation, inspection, and reporting by a DSA certified Inspector of Record.
Subcontract Award
Once Schneider Electric Buildings America receives subcontractor bids, subcontracts will be awarded to the subcontractor(s) submitting the lowest responsive, responsible bid that has satisfied all required prequalification and/or qualification steps, as applicable. Schneider Electric Buildings America reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive irregularities, and award in the best interest of our Customer.
Documents & Inquiries
Request For Proposal documents are available on Building Connected. Request access to these documents by contacting: Daniel Cotten – Project Development Director; Email: daniel. cotten@se.com, and David Medcalf – Procurement Manager; Email: david. medcalf@se.com MALIBU 272
Clark makes statement in first start
Pepperdine redshirt sophomore poured in 20 points and helped spark a secondhalf comeback in 88–81 loss
By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times
Aaron Clark, 21, didn’t feel butterflies before his first college start — he felt prepared. The Pepperdine Waves men’s basketball player stepped onto the court inside Pepperdine’s Firestone Fieldhouse on Nov. 15 confident and determined for the Waves’ matchup against Northern Colorado.
“I’m always ready for the moment,” Clark, a redshirt sophomore, said. “I was excited and ready for the game. I worked hard for it.”
The 6-foot-4 guard delivered. Clark continuously drove to the rim for left-handed layups, scoring 20 points as Pepperdine overcame a double-digit deficit in the second half, but the Waves eventually fell to Northern Colorado 88-81 in overtime.
Clark attacked the basket aggressively because his outside shot wasn’t falling.
“A couple of shots went in and out,” he said. “I’m trying to get better every day. I feel like no one can stop me out there.”
Clark added that the Waves — a squad that includes 12 first-year Pepperdine players — are still getting acclimated to playing together.
“We are learning,” he said. “We made a couple of mistakes — I got a silly technical foul, we missed a couple of free throws, and we had a free-throw violation. We are showing ourselves that we can compete, though.”
The Easton, Pennsylvania, native was a highly ranked high school recruit who played sparingly at Wake Forest before transferring to Pepperdine. A torn labrum sidelined Clark last season, but he has shown promise early this year
— scoring 14, 18, and 14
Waves head coach Ed Schilling said Clark’s versatility made the move inevitable.
“He was basically a starter already, even though he was coming off the bench,” Schilling said.
Northern Colorado jumped out to a 12-3 lead, but Clark answered with back-to-back layups. The Bears maintained control, taking a 41-31 halftime lead despite 10 points from Waves freshman Luka Vudragovic and eight from Clark.
Pepperdine clawed back after the break. Sophomore forward Danilo Dozic splashed a 3-point-
er, and Clark recorded a steal and a layup.
Pepperdine chipped away at the Bears’ lead behind Clark and sophomore guard Styles Phipps, who repeatedly got downhill and created scoring chances. Phipps finished the game with a career-high 22 points and 10 rebounds.
A layup by graduate student Javon Cooley, who finished with 13 points, gave the Waves their first lead at 63-61 with 5:45 remaining, but Northern Colorado answered quickly, setting up a back-and-forth finish.
Phipps hit a baseline jumper, and Dozic made a free throw. Cooley put Pepperdine up 70-
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69 with 1:17 left, but the Bears snatched the lead back inside the final minute. Clark tied the game with a free throw before Northern Colorado’s Zach Bloch drilled a 3-pointer, giving his team a 7471 lead.
With 15 seconds left, Phipps answered — dribbling off a screen and swishing a clutch 3 to force overtime. Pepperdine’s defense forced the Bears’ Quinn Denker, who scored 26 points, to heave a shot from near half court as the buzzer sounded, sending the game into OT.
Northern Colorado opened the extra period with eight unanswered points. Cooley hit a three after three minutes, and
Phipps scored inside, but Bloch’s late 3-pointer sealed Pepperdine’s fate.
Cold shooting doomed the Waves. They hit just 38.4% from the field and 21.7% from 3, compared with Northern Colorado’s 48.4% and nine made 3’s.
“We had great shots, but we missed them,” Schilling said.
“That’s the name of the game. We did some good things, but we also did some bad — missed layups, missed free throws. We put ourselves in position to win, but they made key shots and we didn’t.”
The Waves opened the season on Nov. 3 with an 88-80 win over Life Pacific. UCLA then beat them 74-63 four days later. Pep-
perdine blew out Lincoln 113-76 on Nov. 11. Pepperdine played New Orleans on Tuesday and hosts Stephen F. Austin on Friday at 6 p.m. The Waves will face Fresno State on Nov. 26 in the Acrisure Series in Palm Desert.
Clark believes Pepperdine can compete with anyone.
“We want to build our brotherhood to where we are fighting for each other,” he said. “A lot of people aren’t expecting us to win, but we want to continue to grow and show we can pull W’s out.” Schilling called his team “a work in progress.”
“We’ve got to get better,” he said. “We will.”
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Aaron Clark made his presence known against visiting Northern Colorado on Nov. 15, scoring 20 points, althought the Waves lost in overtime. Photos by Mia Pleasant
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