The Malibu Times • September 14, 2023

City Council postpones debate on Accessory Dwelling Units

Negotiators for the city of Malibu and the Santa Monica-Malibu Uni ed School District did not take the summer o in their mutual e ort to form a separate Malibu Uni ed School District.

Attorneys representing both sides gave an update to the Los Angeles County O ce of Education, which met Sept. 6.

On the agenda was an update to form a Malibu Uni ed School District from a territory within the Santa Monica-Malibu Uni ed School District. e longstanding petition has been hung up as untangling the nancial implications to both Santa Monica and Malibu students is complicated by future taxes, enrollment, and funding matrixes.

Allison Deegan, Regionalized Business Services Coordinator at LACOE, commented, “We were advised by attorneys for the city of Malibu and SMMUSD at our last meeting in June that there was study or advise from a mediator forthcoming at the end of August.” Although there was mediation in August, the information released was vague at best. A lawyer working with the

Former Pepperdine Law School employee found dead

Former staffer had been arrested for allegedly soliciting a minor

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

A former Pepperdine Law School employee has apparently taken his own life after he was arrested on suspicion of soliciting a minor. e

Caruso Law School terminated Scott Woeckel in August after his arrest by Glendale police. Woeckel was 49.

A result of a search on the LA County Medical Examiner’s website (me.lacounty.gov) con rms that Woeckel was found deceased at his residence on Saturday, Sept. 9. Suicide was given as the cause of death.

Woeckel’s Aug. 12 arrest was made after police were tipped o by a private self-described child advocacy group called “CC Unit” which stands for “Creep Catchers Unit.” CC Unit claims it posed as a 13-year-old girl online and that Woeckel asked for photos and was intending on meeting the underage girl in Glendale for sex. CC Unit

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Annual ‘Ride to the Flags’ event honors 9/11 victims

Admiring bystanders enthusiastically waved ags as police cars and re trucks escorted several hundred motorcyclists from the Naval Base Ventura near Pt. Mugu to Blu s Park on Sept. 10 for e Ride to the Flags event, an annual motorcycle ride to Pepperdine’s Wave of Flags. e Wave of Flags is a display on the Pepperdine campus honoring those who lost their lives on 9/11.

e ride was followed by a gathering of organizations that support wounded veterans. For the 15th year, the annual tradition inspired attendees.

Where It All Started

“I proposed the Wave of Flags

to Pepperdine in 2006 and for 18 months, I attended donor meetings, fundraised across California and Arizona and I took care of all the preparations,” said Ryan Sawtelle, founder and Chairman of e White Heart Foundation, sponsor of the ride. “In 2008, right in the middle of the great recession, we launched both events and our Foundation honors the victims of 9/11 and also supports post-9/11 veterans who have been injured both physically and mentally through military life.” e inspiration for the Waves of Flags?

“I went to high school in Kennesaw, Georgia, where every ve years, the Kiwanis Club sponsors the Field of Flags at Kennesaw Mountain Battle eld Park, a tribute that honors and memorializes

Anawalt Lumber celebrates 100 years in business

Malibu’s only lumber yard is family-run

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

Amid the bustle of tourists and surfers in the civic center of Malibu, behind a hedge on Cross Creek Road is a small oasis, a tranquil spot. Wind chimes, plants and outdoor seating areas will greet you as you enter Anawalt Lumber, but don’t be fooled, business is brisk. And Anawalt Lumber is celebrating 100 years in business, run by the same family.

While the Malibu location has been around just 10 years, opened on a handshake deal with the late Grant Adamson, Anawalt Lumber’s original location at Pico and Sepulveda in Los Angeles opened in 1923. Back then, the area in west

Los Angeles was a lima bean eld, far from the busy intersection it is today.

Founder Harmon Fred Anawalt Jr. was the grandfather of the current Chairman of the Board David Anawalt. David’s son Rie runs the Malibu location. While lumber is the biggest seller at the Malibu site, the business’ agship on Pico, along with four other locations, it’s the greenery, gardening supplies, and outdoor décor that make the business on Cross Creek Road so inviting. Step inside though and you’ll nd a complete hardware store full of building materials, more outdoor furnishings, and nursery products. Most importantly, however, you’ll find a hardworking and knowledgeable sta to answer your questions and help you get the necessary tools and items for your

the 2,977 innocent individuals who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001,” Sawtelle said. “I just knew it would be an awesome display to honor the victims in a similar way on Alumni lawn at Pepperdine.”

When asked about the most moving moments he’s observed at the event over the years, Sawtelle paused and then said, “ e rst year that I did this, I was standing in the ags and one lady who had seen the display on TV in Manhattan told me she bought a plane ticket to y to LAX to come visit the Pepperdine display. She said it was so emotionally moving to her — at that time the Ground Zero Memorial did not exist yet.

“ e second most moving moment occurred last year, when I spoke with another lady who was a few blocks away from the twin

towers and witnessed them falling. She said that she tried to ee while covered in soot and that for years, she could not bring herself to walk among the Pepperdine ags because she feared doing so would bring up so many traumatic memories. When she did visit the ags, she broke down, but she said she found it amazing and therapeutic.”

Attendees who gathered at Malibu Blu s Park after the motorcyclists arrived also were moved by the event.

“I think our gathering here is a credit to the American spirit,” said David Alvarez of Boy Scout Troop 380, whose Eagle Scout project was to acquire and assemble the Troop’s American ags. “We have managed to turn one of America’s greatest tragedies into a triumph by honor-

e Malibu City Council voted to table Title 17 (Zoning) of the Malibu Municipal Code and the Local Coastal Program to Update Regulations Related to Accessory Dwelling Units during Monday night’s meeting.

Contract Planner Joyce Parker-Bozylinski and senior planner Tyler Eaton presented the item to the council and answered a series of questions and concerns.

The proposed amendments would update the City’s LCP and Malibu Municipal Code (MMC) regulations for second units consistent with changes in state law. A second unit is another term for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). e proposed amendments do not

INSIDE this week

Jubilations!’ Nathan Hassall appointed new Malibu poet laureate | B1

Opinion A2 News Briefs A3

• Arrest made in last month’s fatal stabbing at Las Tunas Beach Calendar A4

• Events

Local News A8

• Public Safety Commission says farewell to Executive Assistant Mary Linden

Real Estate A9

• Major insurance companies pull out of California homeowners market, citing rising risks and costs

Malibu Life B1 Sparking joy through re ection and inspiration

People B2

Plate of Shrimp: Part Two Community B3

Sharks boys water polo plays well in Malibu Tournament

Legal Notices B4

Business & Directory B7

Classi eds B7

Sports B10 Waves freshmen garner preseason appreciation

Anawalt (left) runs the Anawalt Lumber Malibu location, while his father, David (right), is the chain’s chairman of the board. Photo courtesy of Anawalt

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Letter to the Editor from the Malibu Aquatics Foundation

Dear Editor,

We, the Board of Directors of the Malibu Aquatics Foundation (MAF), are writing to express our deep concern and distress regarding a recently published article in the Sept. 7 edition of e Malibu Times.

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e Malibu Aquatics Foundation is an active and integral part of the Malibu community, providing valuable youth swim pro-

grams, master swimming, and aqua aerobics for adults. Our unpaid, all-volunteer board is composed of individuals deeply committed to the well-being of our community and its members, including the children who participate in our programs and have dedicated countless hours away from family and personal responsibilities to provide these services.

e article in question features representatives and supporters of the Malibu Marlins Swim Club making false statements and harmful allegations against the MAF

FROM THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT

Climate Change: Real or a Cop Out?

Malibu High School

football team’s explosive o ense shines in victory e Sharks begin their season with an impressive 26-15 win over Desert Christian on Sept. 1

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Gore may not have invented the internet but he sure did raise the public consciousness around what at rst was characterized as global warming and now has morphed into climate change. Is climate change responsible for all of the world’s problems? No, but it is an important contributing factor to enormous shifts in longterm trends that need to be factored into how we proceed to leave this world a better place for our progeny. To minimize its importance would be a travesty that simply does not comport with our moral responsibility to future generations.

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Science also is not necessarily easy to comprehend and in a world where signi cant distrust and lack of con dence is re ected in our lack of respect for government leaders, administrative bureaucracies, and professionals in scienti c elds it is easy to just throw one’s hands up and walk away.

Advances in scienti c discovery of the impacts of climate change are essential as we focus on the long-term, while political criticism often is little more than an appeal for short-term skepticism. Hence, whether it involves highly trained experts in scienti c elds or medical experts at odds over how to respond to the recent pandemic, we nd many individuals confused as to what either they should or want to believe. Such confusion is aided and abetted by purposeful pandering from politicians wishing to cash in on their own personal fortunes, both political and nancial.

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“In a community, local journalism serves as the pulse, amplifying neglected voices and scrutinizing authority at its roots. While we cannot please everyone, the mission is to keep everyone informed.”

and our board members without e Times seeking our input or allowing us to provide any counter-statement to these spurious accusations.

Over the past several months, we have su ered a relentless series of slanderous and hurtful personal attacks intended to in ict reputational damage, all of which we

endured in stoic silence as we focused on building a world-class aquatics program.

We believe that it is imperative for e Malibu Times to rectify this situation. At a minimum, we request the opportunity to respond to the article and present our side of the story to the readership of e Malibu Times, who deserve

of the re by a police barricade on Highway 30. Children were sent to empty homes when the power went out and their parents were away, dying a horrible death alone. Authorities didn’t utilize the extensive siren system to alert residents to ee. Gov. Josh Green acknowledged failures, but immediately pivoted to “amplication” from climate change. Criminal malfeasance isn’t the problem, dear voters, it’s the huge challenge of global warming gases from capitalism. Don’t blame us!

access to unbiased and complete information. ank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to your response and the opportunity to engage in a constructive conversation.

e Malibu Aquatics Foundation Board of Directors

with backfires. In California, we have suppressed res for a century, and several decades ago we stopped most logging, even of tree stands killed by drought and beetles. California forests are now 80 percent to 600 percent denser than 150 years ago according to a 2020 UC Davis study.

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I was honored to be a member of the initial set of training sessions developed by Gore to draw attention to the important physical, statistical, and scientific impacts of climate change and their relationship to everyday life experiences. Subsequently I would deliver over 100 presentations, mostly to high school and college audiences, on the need to develop a response to what is indisputable: namely, the world is warming. Along the way there are certain things we have learned as well.

One example: in preparation for a one-hour PowerPoint presentation at the University of Pennsylvania, I was taken to task by Penn Professor Bob Giegengack, co-founder of the Institute for Environmental Studies, who questioned why we would begin the presentation with a spinning Earth accompanied by declaring that nothing short of the survival of the planet was at stake when in actuality the Earth would be just ne in the long run. But what about the humans, I questioned? He shot back “that is a di erent question.” I contacted Gore and the rst slide was appropriately corrected. We must be constantly questioning our knowledge base and willing to modify it when required.

I hesitate to engage in a statistical cavalcade to buttress scienti c facts that are both occurring and threatening to continue to worsen in the near future. e facts are the facts. Science is a precious and demanding discipline, and there is a treasure trove of data that outlines a bleak future indeed. We have made progress on this critical issue, but we have certainly not been diligent nor courageous enough to challenge what we know needs to be modi ed to forestall such a bleak future that is closing in quickly on the planet and its inhabitants.

I do not pretend to have the answers as to how to encourage, enforce, or e ectuate a society of experts dedicated to the truth, facts, or even the best guess that their education and dedication to a better world can o er. I do know, however, that as long as our society is unduly in uenced by conspiracies, distrust, outright lies, and personal largesse, we are bound to be driven to question even the most obvious facts. Political chicanery can lead to outrageous examples of defying common sense, stealing a line from the Marx Brothers “who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes!” Equally important, however is the need to continue to study the facts and not Blame Science.

If we do not exercise our own dedication to the betterment of others, we are bound to experience disaster around every corner. Unless we honor and believe that individuals of character are looking out for our best interests, and I am not talking about nancial interests here, I am talking about the propagation of what is best for all, rich and poor, black and white and brown and red, we are bound to fall prey to the hucksters, the grifters, the self-absorbed, and those who continue to force us to withdraw from what would clearly be a future that bene ts our children and future generations.

I refuse to believe that we are a nation of gullible idiots merely seeking to bene t from what is in the best interest for ourselves rather than what is in the best interests for the society at large. If that is wrong we will succumb to those who refuse to accept what is clearly in front of them. Wake up America; the planet will survive regardless of what we do, the humans will not.

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

Politicians are adept at making excuses for their craven policies and actions, with the latest panacea being “climate change” for devastating wild res destroying nature, communities, and precious lives. It conveniently absolves mayors and governors of responsibility, being a global problem so overwhelming that they are victims too, an e ective de ection especially if they have been espousing draconian e orts to reduce greenhouse gases.

But dig deeper. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green blamed the devastation and deaths in Maui on climate change, with Democrats in D.C. immediately echoing the mantra, and calling on President Biden to declare a “climate emergency” (Never let a good crisis go to waste, right?). Yet Clay Trauerncht, University of Hawaii professor and environmental management expert, stated “Blaming this on weather and climate is misleading. Hawaii’s re problem is due to the vast areas of unmanaged, nonnative grasslands from decades of declining agriculture.”

e re was started by sparking utility lines, common in regions that fail to upgrade their grid. Four years ago, Hawaiian Electric asked for $189 million to “protect against wild res and downed power lines,” warning, “the risk of a utility system causing a wild re ignition is signi cant.”

e state only granted 1 percent of their request — horribly irresponsible — while the state diverted tens of millions of dollars to meet their goal of 100 percent renewable energy by 2045.

During the re, cars were turned back into Lahaina and the teeth

Hawaii is just the latest, with California being pummeled worse than ever with apocalyptic wild res charring 4.3 million acres in 2020 alone, destroying entire communities, and immolating innocent victims. Predictably, Gov. Gavin Newsom blamed climate change stating that anyone who thinks di erently is in denial. You didn’t expect him to accept responsibility nor blame his political base with environmental groups for stopping all forest thinning and re breaks did you? He had previously cut in half the acreage treated in 2020 according to Cal Fire. To his credit though he pushed for over $1 billion for statewide fuel breaks and forest thinning in 2021, recognizing the obvious: We must work on the ground to protect our communities.

Naysayers and radical environmentalists assert such e orts don’t work, but the beleaguered re ghters say otherwise, as do numerous studies. A great case study is the Fort Apache Reservation and Apache-Sitgeaves National Forest in Arizona. The sovereign tribe, unfettered by environmentalist litigation and lumbering forest service bureaucracies, selectively logged large trees with private companies, thinned young trees, and prescribed burned underbrush replicating the natural status, according to tribal forest manager Jonathan Brooks.

In 2011, the Wallow Fire was the biggest in Arizona history, burning 538,049 acres. e federal forest, improperly managed, was charred with an intense crown re, but the re calmed on adjacent tribal lands, going to the ground and stopped

Still, some environmentalists ght and litigate every e ort to thin fuel loads, even as we watch unnaturally hot res consume our wildlands and communities with them, both of which will take decades to recover. Forest managers warned us decades ago this would happen, but we loved our wildlands to death, and now blame climate change for what we wrought.

Worse yet, according to a UCLA study the California res in 2020 released 127 million tons of greenhouse gases, erasing all 16 years of state greenhouse gas emission cuts from 2003-19. Billions in investments, decades of work and sacri ce, are wasted, as we watched Paradise burn, communities utterly destroyed, and priceless lives lost. Some communities like Laguna Beach are now acting, creating permanent fire breaks and undergrounding utilities. Other areas, like the multi-jurisdictional Santa Monica Mountains have abandoned the historical network of rebreaks, have an antiquated water system, and prescribed burns are almost nonexistent.

Yes, climate change can make res worse, but our unenlightened wildland management exacerbates them far more, and climate change doesn’t absolve leaders of responsibility for their poor decisions. So next time you watch a group of politicians standing in front of the smoking ruins of a community with the devastated environment in the background absolving themselves by blaming climate change, know the truth, and hold them accountable.

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

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8/12 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Escondido Falls was broken into and ransacked. e victim parked their car in the parking lot located on Winding Way, locked their vehicle, went hiking, and upon their return, the front passenger side window was shattered, and the victim’s wallet and purse were stolen. ere were no security cameras available for evidence. e victim’s purse was worth $200.

8/12 | Burglary

A property on Rambla Vista Road was broken into and ransacked. e victim said the side door frame to the property was damaged, and the lock was broken. e door was estimated to cost $300 to repair.

8/12 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near El Matador State Beach was broken into and ransacked. e victims locked their vehicle, went down to the beach, and upon return, they noticed the front passenger side window was shattered, and multiple items were stolen, including jewelry, clothing, an Apple iPad, and cosmetic items. e estimated total value was $2,500.

8/14 | Vandalism

A property on De Ville Way was vandalized and the victim found gra ti with gang symbols tagged on the conex box. e damage was estimated to cost $1,500 to remove. ere were security cameras available for evidence.

Arrest made in last month’s fatal stabbing at Las Tunas Beach

ania Contreras Ruano was arrested last ursday in connection to the stabbing death of Emmanuel Baltazar, 21, who was found deceased just before midnight on Aug. 23, near a lifeguard tower on Las Tunas Beach.

His mother, Patricia Silva, said the woman arrested was her son’s estranged wife. e Sheri ’s Department said the killing apparently stemmed from a domestic dispute.

Emmanuel lived with his mom the past few months because he was going through a divorce with Ruano and was seeking joint custody of their 3-year-old son.

“Since the beginning I wanted justice. I don’t care who is it. I just want justice for my kid,” Silva said in an interview with NBC Los Angeles. “My kid wasn’t an animal; he was a human being, a precious human being. He was my son. He needs to have justice.”

On Saturday, Aug. 26, his mother and family placed a cross with his name near the lifeguard tower at Las Tunas Beach and held a vigil on ursday, Aug. 31.

Family members said Emmanuel was the de nition of kindness.

“Very generous, down to earth, and every time he was even around, he just kind of reminded us how to love each other,” Jennifer Bravo said. “And my favorite thing about him was that he always made me feel that we we’re blood-related. He would call me ‘tia’ [aunt in Spanish], from the time that I did get to be with him, he was just the sweetest boy ever, and I love that about him.”

The family created a GoFundMe to help pay for funeral expenses. Link to gofundme: gofundme.com/f/emmanuel-baltazar?utm_campaign=p_cp+sharesheet&utm_medium=sms&utm_ source=customer.

During the Malibu City Council meeting on Monday night, both City Manager Steve McClary and Sgt. Chris Soderlund con rmed the person arrested was the victim’s estranged wife.

Actor Gary Busey allegedly involved in hit-and-run car accident in Malibu

Actor Gary Busey has been accused of a hit-and-run collision with another car in Malibu. e alleged incident occurred Aug. 30 near the Malibu pier according to an unidenti ed woman who lmed herself chasing the longtime resident down while driving northbound on Paci c Coast Highway.

In the video posted online, the woman pulls into the Aviator Nation parking lot and accuses Busey of hitting her car and driving away without taking responsibility. She points to scu marks on his blue Volvo. e 79-year-old Busey only responds in the video with the name of his insurance company and drives away.

A Sheri ’s Department statement said the accuser identi ed the Academy Award-nominated actor and that “he refused to stop after the collision occurred and refused to provide proof of registration and nancial responsibility.” Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheri ’s Tra c Investigations O ce at (818) 878-1808.

Two occupants rescued by Malibu Search and Rescue

early Friday morning

Two people are recovering from injuries after their car plunged o the side of Las Flores Canyon in

darkness early Friday morning. First responders were called to the scene at 12:42 a.m. Friday.

Malibu Search and Rescue made the middle-of-the-night rescue using a helicopter to reach the two victims 150 feet over the side of the curving canyon road in south Malibu. Two occupants were trapped in the crumpled vehicle. MSAR team members freed the victims and hoisted them separately with ropes as the helicopter hovered above the canyon. LACO re and McCormick ambulance assisted in the rescue. ere’s no word on the condition of the two victims, who were transported to separate hospitals. Dramatic video of the rescue is posted on Instagram @Malibusar

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Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest deadline is Sept. 25

e 24th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest is open for entries until Monday, Sept. 25, at 5 p.m. e contest is free and open to all amateur photographers. Contest prize packages have been generously donated. Check out this year’s great prizes and sponsors at coastal.ca.gov/photo/ prizes.html. For more information or questions about entries, contact the California Coastal Commission at coast4u@coastal.ca.gov.

Trancas Canyon Park multipurpose eld closed for maintenance through Oct. 23

The Multipurpose Field at Trancas Canyon Park was closed for annual rest and renovation on Sept. 5 and will stay closed through Oct. 23. e rest and renovation are important in keeping the eld safe and playable throughout the year. Other facilities at Trancas Canyon Park will remain open.

Temporary Skate Park closed for maintenance through Sept. 15

e city is working to improve the Temporary Skate Park at Malibu Blu s Park. e park is closed for maintenance from through Friday, Sept. 15. Normal operating hours will resume on Saturday, Sept. 16. For more information regarding park hours, visit the Skate Park webpage at malibucity. org/skatepark

Wes Van Dyke ‘Vistas’ art exhibition opening reception at set for City Hall on Sept. 16

e Malibu Arts Commission presents “Vistas” by Wes Van Dyke, showcasing oil paintings with realistic landscapes and seascapes. e free opening reception is on Saturday, Sept. 16, 12 p.m. in the Malibu City Gallery at City Hall. Enjoy a live musical performance by A Call 2Peace and a Q&A session with the artist at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate the artist, view the artwork, and enjoy free food and refreshments. RSVPs are not required. For more information, visit malibuartsandculture. org.

Tiny Tot Olympics scheduled for Sept. 17

Kids ages 2-6 can join the city’s annual Tiny Tot Olympics on Sunday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m. at

Malibu Blu s Park (24250 Paci c Coast Highway). e event will feature fun, supportive sports stations, bounce houses, face painting, and an art activity with Create Studio. Sports stations will include basketball with Momentum Academies, baseball with Train Goat Gainz, skateboarding with Champ Camp, soccer with Super Soccer Stars, sur ng with Aspects Academy, tennis with tennis pro John Rom, martial arts with Joey Escobar, ribbon dancing with Gaylene’s Dance Studio, track with Run Malibu, and a torch toss with the Malibu Aquatics Foundation. Registrations are $5 and can made in advance on the website at www. malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=9128. ere will also be a limited number of walk-up registrations available.

Malibu Library Speaker Series continues Sept. 20 with analysis of e Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper’

The 2023 Malibu Library Speaker Series continues on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at City Hall with Scott Freiman’s presentation analyzing e Beatles’ iconic album, “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.” Free with required RSVP. For more information or to RSVP, visit malibucity.org/722/ Malibu-Library-Speaker-Series or call the Malibu Library at (310) 456-6438.

Adamson House docents training available for the fall

Adamson House docents are trained volunteers who share the history, art, and architecture of the Adamson House through guided tours. Docents also answer guest questions, sta the Malibu Lagoon Museum, and represent California State Parks. is training includes classroom-style lectures with content specialties and hands-on training. Once trained, docents commit to 8.5 hours of service a month. Docents choose a shift from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.

“We lead tours of the historical Adamson House that highlight the rich history of Malibu and early California as well as architecture and art,” California State Parks Interpreter Allison Frye said. “We are entirely volunteer run — since the museum opened in 1983. California’s plan was to tear it down to build a parking lot, but the community of Malibu came together to save the home and then run it as a museum.”

e training fee is $50 which covers membership to the Adamson House Foundation and materials. Training and orientation begins on Sept. 20. Contact ah.volunteers@parks.ca.gov. or (310) 456-8432.

Fall recreation programs now available

From September through November, community members can join afterschool programs, youth water polo, outdoor hikes, Parent And Me programs, excursions, swim team, the adult softball league, and special events such as Halloween Bu Bash and the Tiny Tot Olympics. Registration is now open on the website at malibucity.org/register. To see details about all of the Community Services programs, visit the programs webpage at malibucity. org/communityservices.

Emily Shane Foundation to host upcoming fundraiser events

The Emily Shane Foundation is happy to announce the continuation of their annual partnership with the LA chapter of the nonprofit 3 Heart Strings for the month of September 2023. This is their third year of collaboration. 3 Heart Strings, founded and run by high school students with adult oversight, creates and sells unique bracelets and other products. It donates 100 percent of sales to support a different charity each month.

For the entire month of September 2023, bracelet purchases will help support our SEA Program. Prices range from $5 to $15 for individual bracelets; the bundle of all four is $45.00. A sheet of 11 reusable stickers cost $10.00. Access to purchase bracelets in addition to a sheet of reusable stickers created for the foundation will be available online as of Sept. 1 at The Emily Shane Foundation’s website, emilyshane.org, and/or at the 3 Heart Strings website, 3heartstrings.org. In addition, there will be in-person tabling events planned to be held in Malibu with specific locations and times noted below.

• Malibu — Point Dume Village Shopping Center — 29169 Heathercliff Road — Sunday, Sept. 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Malibu — Point Dume Village Shopping Center — Saturday, Sept. 30, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Emily Shane Foundation honors the memory of co-founders Ellen and Michel Shane’s daughter Emily, who was murdered on April 3, 2010, in Los Angeles. She was 13 years old and in eighth grade.

Topanga Actors

Company at e Malibu Library

Join the Topanga Actors Company Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 16 and 17, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at e Malibu Library for “ e Lifespan of a Fact.” is is a script by Jeremy Kereken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell based on the book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal. Celebrated essayist D’Agata writes a transformative piece about a 16-year-old boy committing suicide in Las Vegas. e piece is stu ed with detail, but some of it may not be accurate. e magazine’s intern Fingal gets the job of fact-checking, and D’Agata and Fingal’s headto-head battle mimics a boxing match as writer and fact-checker argue furiously. An eloquent, comedic, fast-paced play that puts non ction itself under a spotlight.

California Coastal Cleanup Day at Zuma Beach set for Sept. 23

Community members are invited to volunteer for the City of Malibu and Heal the Bay’s 2023 Malibu Coastal Cleanup Day at Zuma Lagoon and Westward Beach on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. e day is California Coastal Cleanup Day, California’s largest annual volunteer event, when thousands of community volunteers across the state unite to protect our beach and ocean ecosystems. e event is a great way to keep Malibu’s beaches clean and protect its marine environment. It’s also a great

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

thu sep 14

THE MINDRY: RESTORATIVE SOUNDBATH WELLNESS WORKSHOP

Join e Mindry for regenerative, healing, and transformative workshops on the second ursday of the month. e workshops help release tension and stress, balance energy in the body, and promote a sense of well being. Leave each workshop with restored inner harmony and receive the healing bene ts of community connection. On ursday, Sept. 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Michael Landon Community Center. Instructed by e Mindry. Register online at malibucity.org/register.

thu sep 14

EARTHQUAKE THREAT IN SOCAL: ARE YOU PREPARED?

Join the California Institute of Technology (CalTech): SoCal ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning Regional Coordinator Margaret Vinci on ursday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. for a virtual workshop on earthquake threat in SoCal.

SAT sep 16 -17

TOPANGA ACTORS COMPANY AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

Join the Topanga Actors Company on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for a staged

reading of “ e Lifespan of a Fact.” is is a script by Jeremy Kereken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell based on the book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal. For more information visit, lacountylibrary.org/malibu.

SAT sep 16

WES VAN DYKE: ‘VISTAS’ ART EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION

e Malibu Arts Commission presents “Vistas” by Wes Van Dyke. “Vistas” re ects realistic landscapes and seascapes that are painted with an almost photo-realistic e ect. Van Dyke’s passion for the outdoors and strong connection to the ocean inspired this 30-piece collection of oil paintings. Van Dyke has shown his work in several exhibitions in the region and has been commissioned for work in the United States, Australia, and England. e Opening Reception is Saturday, Sept. 16, at 12 p.m. and includes a live musical performance by A Call 2Peace, followed by a Q&A session with the artist at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate the artist, view the artwork, and enjoy complimentary food and refreshments. An RSVP is not required.

SUN sep 17

TINY TOTS OLYMPIC GAMES

Kids ages 2-6 can join the city’s annual Tiny Tot Olympics on Sunday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m. at Malibu Blu s Park (24250 Paci c Coast Highway). e event will feature fun, supportive sports stations, bounce houses, face painting, and an art activity with Create Studio. Sports stations will include basketball with Momentum Academies, baseball with Train Goat Gainz, skateboarding with Champ Camp, soccer with Super Soccer

Stars, sur ng with Aspects Academy, tennis with tennis pro John Rom, martial arts with Joey Escobar, ribbon dancing with Gaylene’s Dance Studio, track with Run Malibu, and a torch toss with the Malibu Aquatics Foundation. Registrations are $5 and can made in advance on the website at malibucity.org/calendar. ere will also be a limited number of walk-up registrations available.

TUe sep 19

SENIOR EXCURSION: THE GETTY CENTER

Each month, Community Services Department sta leads participants on an exciting day trip to a location within Los Angeles County. September’s excursion will be to the Getty Center. Participants will meet at Blu s Park at the time they are told and then take a bus to the location. Afterwards, the group will go to a restaurant for lunch (price does not include lunch costs). e group will meet at Malibu Blu s Park at 9 a.m. e excursion costs $35 and will go until 3 p.m.

wed sep 20

TSUNAMI ALERT AND WARNINGS

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

wed sep 20

MALIBU LIBRARY SPEAKERS

SERIES: SCOTT FREIMAN e Malibu Library Speaker

Series welcomes Beatles expert Scott Freiman, presenting “Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.” On Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. at Malibu City Hall. Freiman is a composer, musician, and software entrepreneur. He is the creator of “Deconstructing e Beatles,” a series of multimedia presentations about the composition and production techniques of the Fab Four. RSVPs are required. Register online or call Malibu Library at (310) 456-6438.

Thu sep 21

THEATER THURSDAY

Lights, camera, action! Enjoy an entertaining movie on the Senior Center’s oversized projection system on ursday, Sept. 21, from 1 to 3 p.m. Call ahead for the movie title and exact times. Popcorn and co ee will be served.

SAT sep 23

tolerant landscaping, organic gardening, and integrated pest management, Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., in-person at City Hall. Learn how to improve your lawn and garden, conserve water, and reduce waste. No reservations needed. Participants can purchase compost bins at a discount after the workshop (check or cash only please). For more information, visit the website at pw.lacounty. gov/epd/sg/wk_scheds.cfm.

ONGOING

FARMERS MARKET

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

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION

SITTING GROUP

e Malibu Mindfulness

to relax the body. No dance experience necessary. Instructed by Jackline Daneshrad. e program is held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Blu s Park. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month, or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

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

SENIOR STRETCH AND STRENGTH

CALIFORNIA

COASTAL CLEANUP DAY AT ZUMA BEACH

Community members are invited to volunteer for the City of Malibu and Heal the Bay’s 2023 Malibu Coastal Cleanup Day at Zuma Lagoon and Westward Beach on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sept. 23 is California Coastal Cleanup Day, California’s largest annual volunteer event, when thousands of community volunteers across the state unite to protect our beach and ocean ecosystems. e event is a great way to keep Malibu’s beaches clean and protect our marine environment. For more information and to sign up, visit the website at https://app.grammarly.com/ ddocs/2160490062.

wed sep 27

ACTIVE SHOOTER RESPONSE READINESS

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

SAT sep 30

MALIBU TRIATHLON

e Malibu Triathlon, presented by Super League Triathlon, returns to Zuma Beach for its 38th Annual swim-bike-run race weekend on Sept. 30 to Oct. 1. More than 5,000 athletes, including Hollywood celebrities, will test their tness as they raise critical funds for the Pediatric Cancer Research Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Registration is open at www. MalibuTri.com/Register.

SAT sep 30

FREE GARDENING WORKSHOP

LA County is o ering a free Gardening 101 course covering the simple techniques of drought-

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

BALLET SLIM AND TRIM

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

TAP/JAZZ DANCE COMBO

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

CARDIO SALSA AND STRETCH

An energetic Latin dance workout that incorporates salsa, cha-cha, and merengue in an easy-to-follow format. e cooldown will include stretching

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

MAT YOGA

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

CHAIR YOGA

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

RELAX THROUGH COLORING

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

CHOIR

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

activity for kids to learn about environmental protection and community service. For more information and to sign up, visit the website at www.eventbrite.com/e/ coastal-cleanup-day-2023-tickets-681853782017?a =oddtdtcreator.

Free Gardening 101 Workshop set for Sept. 30

LA County is o ering a free Gardening 101 course covering the simple techniques of drought-tolerant landscaping, organic gardening, and integrated pest management, on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in-person at City Hall. Learn how to improve your lawn and garden, conserve water, and reduce waste. No reservations needed. Participants can purchase compost bins at a discount after the workshop (check or cash only please). For more information, visit the website at pw.lacounty.gov/epd/sg/ wk_scheds.cfm

e Malibu

Triathlon returns to Malibu Sept. 30 to Oct. 1

e Malibu Triathlon, presented by Super League Triathlon, returns to Zuma Beach for its 38th Annual swim-bike-run race weekend on Sept. 30 to Oct. 1. More than 5,000 athletes, including Hollywood celebrities, will test their tness as they raise critical funds for the Pediatric Cancer Research Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Since 2007, the Malibu Triathlon has raised more than $17 million, resulting in the development of life-saving treatments that are helping children around the world in their ght against cancer. e acclaimed race welcomes triathlon enthusiasts, international athletes, celebrities and Fortune 500 companies all competing to raise money for the cause.

As part of the race weekend, the Super League Triathlon Championship Series race will take place

Saturday, Sept. 30. e world’s premier swim-bike-run series, Super League Triathlon’s new competitive racing format provides a fast, dynamic and exhilarating show for spectators. e race will feature some of the world’s best athletes and Olympic medalists who will compete in the unique Eliminator format, with three rounds of fast swim, bike, and run action that sees the athletes towards the back cut from the race after each stage.

e full schedule of race weekend is below:

Saturday, Sept. 30. 7 a.m. PT

Super League Triathlon

Championship Series

• Eliminator format. 3 x 300 m swim, 4.6 km bike, 1 km run

Individual, Corporate Challenge and Relay Olympic Distance Triathlon

• 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, 10 km run

Sunday, Oct. 1, 7 a.m. PT

Celebrity Division Classic

Distance Triathlon

• 0.5-mile swim, 17-mile bike, 4-mile run

Individual, Corporate Challenge and Relay Classic Distance Triathlon

• 0.5-mile swim, 17-mile bike, 4-mile run

Registration is open at www. MalibuTri.com/Register.

For event details and information on the Malibu Triathlon visit MalibuTri.com. For information on the Super League Triathlon Championship Series, visit SuperLeagueTriathlon.com

Construction expected to start on Solstice Bridge Replacement Project in October

e award and approval of the contractor on the Caltrans Solstice Bridge Replacement Project

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

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

West Basin District holding water conservation events in 2023

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

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

• Wednesday, Sept. 27

Community Updates: Speakers Bureau: West Basin o ers presentations to organizations and businesses in their service area on a variety of water topics.

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

Construction to begin on Tra c Signal Synchronization Project to improve

safety and mobility

Construction is expected to start this month on the City of Malibu’s PCH Tra c Signal Synchronization Project, the city’s most signi cant measure to date to improve tra c safety and mobility on PCH, among the most important quality of life issues in Malibu. e project will take more than one year to complete. Communications lines will be installed between tra c signals on PCH from Topanga Canyon Boulevard to John Tyler Drive to synchronize them to existing tra c conditions, and they will be controlled by the Caltrans Tra c Management Center.

According to Caltrans, during the past 10 years, there have been more than 4,000 collisions on PCH in Malibu. Speeding and improper turns are the most common contributing factors to collisions, both of which will be directly addressed by the Signal Synchronization Project. e system can also be used to help emergency evacuations move quickly and safely. The $34.6 million project is fully funded through County Measure R transportation funds. e city’s parcel on Civic Center Way and Webb Way will be used for storage of construction vehicles and materials, employee parking, and a temporary construction o ce, which will make the project more e cient and reduce vehicle tra c on PCH and Malibu Canyon. Per the city’s requests, the contractor will install screening and has committed to keeping the location clean. For more information, visit malibucity.org.

Sign up for e-noti cations

The city maintains a robust e-noti cation system so the community can stay informed about all the city’s activities. Sign up to receive messages by text or email on the city’s e-noti cations page at malibucity.org/civicalerts.

Updated Zonehaven Evacuation Zone maps for Malibu to be sent

Know your zone! e City of Malibu will be mailing out information cards to all households in Malibu about the updated Zonehaven Evacuation Zone numbers for Malibu. Malibu’s zones are now numbered MAL-C111 to MAL-C114. Los Angeles County adopted new o cial disaster response and evacuation zones and the new Zonehaven AWARE online tool in November 2022. All county agencies and cities, including the City of Malibu, will adhere to them in a disaster. e new zones for Malibu are the same as the city’s evacuation zones (1114) that were adopted in February 2020 as part of the city’s o cial Mass Evacuation Plan, following a recommendation after the Woolsey Fire.

Residents, businesses, students, employees and other community members are encouraged to look up the new zones for their home, business, or school, and familiarize themselves with Zonehaven. During a disaster, Zonehaven will show valuable information speci c to the location, such as emergency services, status updates, shelter locations, roadblocks, evacuation routes and more. Remember your zone — they will be referred to in alerts and public messaging during any large-scale emergency incidents in LA County.

Residents

can

get emergency preparedness

backpack with home wild re assessment

Malibu residents who complete a free Home Wild re Hardening Assessment with the City of Malibu will receive a free rolling emergency preparedness backpack. e handy backpacks are a valuable addition to your “go kit” and can help you be better prepared to evacuate quickly in case of a wild re or other disasters. ey are only available while supplies last, so schedule your appointment now. e city’s Fire Safety Liaisons will conduct a 30- to 60-minute exterior inspection of your property looking at what can be done to make it less vulnerable to the millions of ying embers from a wind-driven wild re, a leading cause of homes burning down in wild res. You’ll get a checklist of steps to take, such as removing dead vegetation or wood furniture that is touching the house, to harden your property. For more information or to schedule a free Home Wild re Hardening Assessment, visit malibucity.org/ resafety or call (310) 456-2489, ext. 238, or email FireSafety@MalibuCity.org.

has posted video of the arrest on its social media. ere has been increased scrutiny of vigilante tactics used by private citizens posing as decoys to lure adults over the internet. In some California cases, district attorneys are deciding against pressing charges on the grounds that groups like CC Unit do not catch criminals in the act of committing a crime, but that they entice individuals to undertake criminal activity in a nongovernment-sanctioned sting. e popular television show “To Catch a Predator” was cancelled in 2008 after critics accused the show of entrapment and after one of their targets also committed suicide. Critics argued the program’s methods could lead the accused to feeling trapped and hopeless and that the show could ruin the lives of those not convicted.

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Pepperdine community commemorates 9/11 with solemn ceremony

Actor and distinguished honoree Chris Pratt pays tribute

On Monday, the Pepperdine community came together in a poignant ceremony to remember and honor the 2,977 lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

In a somber yet uplifting gathering, attendees re ected on the devastating impact and the enduring resilience that emerged from one of the darkest days in American history.

e event paid tribute to the fathers, daughters, sons, mothers, friends, and coworkers who lost their lives that day. eir stories and dreams, cut short by the at-

tacks, were remembered in a series of touching tributes.

First responders were also given special recognition for their heroism and sel ess actions in the face of unimaginable tragedy. e ceremony highlighted the bravery and sacri ce displayed by these individuals, underscoring the message that heroes often arise in the face of adversity.

e ceremony concluded with a momentous occasion, as Hollywood actor and distinguished honoree Chris Pratt joined Seaver College student Colton Cherry in placing the nal ag at the university’s memorial. e ag was dedicated to Colton’s father, Stephen Cherry, who lost his life in the World Trade Center attacks.

“We come together today not

just to mourn but to also celebrate the enduring American spirit of unity and resilience,” said a spokesperson for the university.

“Our prayers and hearts go out to everyone in the Pepperdine community — and indeed the nation — who was impacted by the tragic events of September 11, 2001.”

e event served as a powerful reminder that the tragedies of that

day also ignited a spirit of unity and resilience that continues to de ne the American experience. It reinforced the notion that collective strength arises from unity and that the nation will forever stand stronger together.

For more information about the ceremony and future commemorative events, please visit the Pepperdine University website.

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ing those who served our country.”

Motorcyclist Hutch Khandjian agreed, simply stating, “ is event means a lot to me because anything that has to do with our ag means a lot to me.”

Fellow rider George Asali, who has served 14 years with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, admonished that “Everyone should always pay their respects to those who have put their lives on the line for the rest of us.”

Attendee Frank Kerze, who has for years stood by the side of the road as motorcyclists ride by, simply said, “We gather every year to support the 9/11 ride because it commemorates both sadness and pride. Our doing so is a tiny way to show we will never forget what happened — we lost a lot on that day, but in the process we’ve all gained strength and camaraderie.”

Many who gathered made their way across the Paci c Coast Highway to the Pepperdine lawn, where one is immersed in a sea of red, white, and blue amidst the colorful ags of other nations whose citizens also fell victim in the attack.

As they do so, their faces display waves of emotion expressing their feelings, which vacillate from waves of feelings of pride to waves of feeling immense gratitude. As each pauses under the ags, their somber but proud spirits seem to also collectively say, “Long may She wave.”

(Bottom row, from left) Actor Chris Pratt, Pepperdine University President Jim Gash, and Pepperdine Vice Chancellor Hung Le were among the speakers at Pepperdine’s 9/11 ceremony. Photos Courtesy of Pepperdine University

Volunteers set up flag for the Wave of Flags display. Photos by Devon Meyers

Public Safety Commission says farewell to Executive Assistant Mary Linden recognized for years of service

Sheriff’s Office provides report on temporary towyard; fire safety liaisons give update on fire preparedness

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

Malibu City Councilmember Doug Stewart joined the Public Safety Commission meeting Sept. 6 to acknowledge and share his gratitude for outgoing Executive Assistant Mary Linden.

“We wish you the absolute best in your upcoming retirement,” Stewart said. “The first time I met you, I think it was in 2019 when I joined the Public Safety Commission and I knew right away who the boss was in these meetings. You’ve been a teacher and you’ve been our go-to person, and that’s not just in the Public Safety Commission; that’s everywhere in the city overall, you’re an institution, and you’re definitely going to be missed by all of us and our city will never find anyone that can replace you.”

After 20 years, Linden announced her retirement as executive assistant during the Public Safety Commission meeting last week. Linden rst announced her retirement during the Public Works Commission meeting on Aug. 23.

Public Safety Commission Chair Chris Frost and Public Safety Director Susan Dueñas also thanked Linden for her work at the city.

“She’s always been great at leading us,” Frost said. “I just want to thank you; I don’t think they can replace you.”

“It’s been great working with you Mary, you’re just amazing, but I’m very happy for you,” Dueñas said.

Public Works Director Rob DeBoux provided an update on the Trancas Bridge Project and said Caltrans is planning on starting construction on the south side of the bridge next month.

“Soon, everyone will be driving on the new bridge, so that’s exciting to see,” DeBoux said.

DeBoux also wanted to acknowledge Linden and her assistance in editing documents and reports.

“She’s amazing,” DeBoux said. “I’m really going

to miss her, but I’m so excited for her and her retirement. anks Mary, for everything you’ve done for me, the commission, and the city, too.”

Malibu City Fire Safety Liaison Gabe Etcheverry provided an update on the beacon boxes, hazardous

tree removal grant, and the mandatory sta training at City Hall.

“To date, we’ve taken out over 500 trees from over 60 properties, so we’re going to nish those last ve days scheduled for this month,” Etcheverry

said. “We’re training them to use re extinguishers and Sgt. Chris Soderlund has been kind enough to come [to City Hall] and do an active shooter presentation.”

Soderlund provided a report on the beach team, and a tra c report for the Labor Day weekend.

“We issued 1,108 alcohol citations, we cited 52 people for having their dogs on the beach, we cited four people for smoking on the beach, we made one felony arrest, we made six misdemeanor arrests, we cited 20 other people for miscellaneous infractions, and we issued 883 hazardous tra c citations, such as speeding, unsafe lane changes, and not stopping at a stop sign,” Soderlund said. “ e parking enforcement people did a great job they issued 4,121 parking cites, and nally, with the help of the temporary tow yard at Malibu High School, we towed 513 vehicles.”

From Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend, the city held the temporary tow yard at the Malibu Middle/High School campus.

Soderlund said they were requested to do parking enforcement on Point Dume and issued many citations and towed mulitple vehicles. He also said they towed multiple golf carts.

“Golf carts have certain provisions on the vehicle code that have to be adhered to,” Soderlund said. “You can’t operate them unless you are licensed and the golf cart has registration and insurance.”

Soderlund said there’s been an uptick in violent crimes and mentioned the fatal stabbing at Las Tunas Beach last month. Emmanuel Baltazar Silva, 21, was found dead with stab wounds near the lifeguard tower at Las Tunas Beach on Tuesday, Aug 22.

“I just want to remind the public that if you see something, say something, if something looks suspicious, please, you’re not bothering us, you’re not wasting our time, that’s what we’re here for,” Soderlund said.

Linden took a moment to thank everyone for their farewell wishes.

“As hard as it is to believe, I might miss you guys a little bit on Wednesday nights, the rst Wednesday of the month,” Linden said. “You guys do good work, and I know your hearts are in the right place, so keep up the great work and I wish you all well.” e next Public Safety Commission meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 4.

After 20 years, Mary Linden announced her retirement as executive assistant during the Public Safety Commission meeting on Sept. 6.

Photo courtesy City of Malibu

Major insurance companies withdrawing homeowners insurance in California, attributing exit to increasing risks and rising costs

State Farm, Allstate, and Farmers Insurance limit new policies amid escalating wild res and construction costs

By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times

State Farm. Allstate. Farmers. ose are three major companies in the homeowners insurance market that have decided to change their practices with regard to o ering homeowners insurance in California.

E ective May 27, State Farm announced it is no longer accepting new applications for business or personal property coverage in California.

“We take seriously our responsibility to manage risk,” the company said on its website. “State Farm General Insurance Company made this decision due to historic increases in construction costs outpacing in ation, rapidly growing catastrophe exposure and a challenging reinsurance market.”

Allstate Corp. also is not issuing new homeowners insurance policies in California.

“Allstate quietly put new property coverage in California on pause last year,” Forbes Advisor reported on July 28, adding, “It indicated that the pause would become permanent in a notice recently sent to the California Department of Insurance, according to numerous media reports. Would-be customers who enter a California ZIP code on Allstate’s website get a message saying the company does not o er property insurance there.”

State Farm is California’s largest provider of property and casualty insurance as of 2021, the most recent year for which California De-

City of Malibu, Christine Wood presented her update.

“We did receive an analysis from our mediator at our last meeting,” she said. “ e independent analysis basically created a formula and monetized the term sheet that we had described for you. e parties have entered into an agreement that we’ve referred to as a term sheet that provides the formula and the pathway for separation. We’ve been able to put that into the form of a formula that the parties agree to. e parties agreed to both the elements of the formula as well as to the inputs to the formula which is a signi cant amount of progress from the rst time we met with you (LACOE) several years ago.”

Under the term sheet, the parties have to negotiate three major financial agreements: a tax revenue sharing agreement, an operational transfer agreement, and a joint powers agreement, as part of an exhaustive effort to effect the complicated process of untangling millions of dollars of funding. Looming large was the issue of how future taxpayer funding would ensure no less than the current level of educational programs to students in both districts.

Mediation has gone slowly. Last October before the school board election, the City of Malibu and the SMMUSD issued a joint statement that detailed a framework to achieve an independent Malibu School District by including self-imposed deadlines in order to keep the process moving forward with the earliest possible date for Malibu autonomy of July 1, 2024. at date now appears unlikely.

Wood provided little else on details except the date of the next mediation as Oct. 17, stating, “We will nalize some of the contingency language that needs to go

partment of Insurance data is available, tallying more than $7 billion in written premiums. At that time, Allstate had nearly $4.4 billion in written property and casualty premiums in the state, making it California’s fourth-largest insurer.

As of July 3, Farmers Insurance became the latest large company to limit new homeowners policies in California, saying that record-breaking in ation and severe weather events have increased business costs.

“Farmers is being very selective with regard to writing new homeowners’ policies,” said Bart Baker of B.W. Baker, LLC in Malibu. “However, the vast majority of the company’s existing homeowners policies will be renewed.”

Other insurers that have stopped writing homeowners policies or have limited how many customers they will have on their books include AIG, AmGUARD Insurance, Falls Lake Insurance, USAA, and Chubb Ltd. Kemper Corp., which was writing homeowners and auto policies in the North Bay, has pulled out of both markets nationwide.

Most companies leaving the California market maintain they are doing so because of the state’s escalating wild res. Cal Fire statistics inform that since 2017, wild res have destroyed more than 34,000 structures statewide. The 2018 Woolsey Fire devastated 1,600 total homes and structures, destroying 488 homes in city limits, according to the City of Malibu’s website.

State o cials acknowledge that California’s insurance pricing system is broken

To understand how policymakers address issues germane to the pricing for homeowners’ insurance in California, it’s important to know about industry nuances. e indus-

into the agreement so that both parties after separation have some assurances and some comfort that some unforeseen circumstances don’t derail the ability of either school district to operate.”

David Saldani, counsel for SMMUSD, agreed with Wood’s comments and added, “We’re going to work on the contingency link, which will also make some progress on some other agreements that are going to be necessary to complete the full unification including an operational agreement. It’s also going to be our goal coming away from the Oct. 17 meeting if everything goes according to plan to provide an updated, more detailed timeline to this committee so they can get a better sense of what that process is going to look like going forward as well as hopefully being in a place where we can make a decision as to whether we allow the current petition to remain and just process it under that or whether the city withdraws that petition and the school district files a new petition. We should have some more clarity in time for your meeting in November.”

The Malibu Times asked new SMMUSD Superintendent Dr. Antonio Shelton if he had any updates on the negotiations.

“I can tell you we’re moving forward in the process,” he said. “Both sides are very positive. I think that at the end of the day we will get the results that both sides would want because it’s a collective feeling in the room that everybody can come to an agreement at some point, some level and we’ll be able to give updates soon, maybe in October.

“I can tell you this. We’re making positive progress. That’s the piece of the puzzle that needs to be said: the school board working with the city of Malibu to move in the direction that both groups will feel good about what happens.”

try has its own lexicon and prudent consumers grappling with many insurers’ exodus from California markets and trying to obtain coverage are well served to understand key terms used by regulators and insurers when determining homeowners insurance premium rates.

“ e FAIR plan is the insurer of last resort and is very expensive and may well not fully compensate insurance customers for their losses as the policy limits under FAIR is $3 million,” Dr. Lloyd Dickson of Rand Corporation, an expert on insurance cost modeling, explained. “Admitted insurers as a group are obliged to pick up the shortfall when the FAIR plan doesn’t cover an insured’s claim. e assessments each insurer pays are based on their market share in California.”

Baker explored the details further.

“‘Admitted’ insurers are whom the California Insurance Commission controls with regard to insurance rate setting, and ‘non-admitted insurers’ [are those] who don’t participate in FAIR,” Baker said. “ erefore, they can charge whatever they want — their rates can be extraordinarily high.”

When trying to envision which companies are not admitted, think the likes of Lloyds of London.

Although all insurers writing premiums in California must be licensed to do so, those who are admitted by the department must obtain the department’s approval for the rates they charge. e process regarding what data admitted insurers may provide for the department to consider when approving rates is the sticky widget that drives both the premiums they are allowed to charge customers and has motivated, in part, the departing insurers to pull out of California.

“The homeowners section of the insurance market is in

distress,” Baker said. Ricardo Lara, California’s Insurance Commissioner, concedes the system is broken.

“We need to modernize how we price insurance,” Lara said recently on California State Sen. Steve Glazer’s podcast. “Traditional models on how we look at pricing are out the door — climate change has forced us to rethink that.”

Lara advocates amending Prop 103, the 1988 voter-approved ballot measure that mandates that the California Department of Insurance must approve rate hikes for property and casualty insurance policies written by admitted insurers.

Given current conditions, Lara suggests the department be allowed to evaluate data and catastrophic models.

“We have this statute that quite frankly needs to be modernized,” he said. “We need to make sure insurance companies have enough revenues to payout claims of their entire portfolio.”

Another cost that the department does not take into account is the cost of insurers obtaining reinsurance.

A hypothetical helps.

“If an insurer wants to cover some of the risk it undertakes in writing a policy in a re-prone area, it can itself purchase insurance to cover part of the risk,” Dixon said. “Currently, those costs of reinsurance are not factored into the premiums insurers in California can charge.”

e California State Legislature adjourns on Sept. 14 and, in the last days of the regular session, insurance companies and their lobbyists have pushed for fundamental changes in how they calculate risk, Dickson said.

“If a last-minute bill is not considered or passed, absent the calling of a special session, the matter cannot be addressed by the legislature

until it reconvenes in January,” State Senator Bill Allen, who represents Malibu, said. “Such rushed measures are highly disfavored because it is best to take our time and fully consider a proposed change in the law.”

e industry is pressing for the department to factor in their cost of reinsurance as well as predictive, as opposed to historical, modeling for rate setting. Predictive modeling factors in the future risk of disasters such as wild res, according to Dickson. Unlike the rest of the nation, California doesn’t use predictive modeling, but utilizes past experience for its rate setting.

If insurance companies are permitted to set rates based on climate projections, rates would increase, possibly by as much as 30 percent, escalating a ordability challenges, according to Harvey Rosen eld, a California insurance industry reform advocate who strongly opposes easing insurer’s burdens and allowing rate increases.

“ e proposed legislation would relieve insurance companies of responsibility for covering re claims under the California FAIR Plan, which insurers control, and put it on the backs of all property insurance policyholders as an added surcharge on insurance bills.” Rosenfeld said.

Characterizing possible changes to current regulations as an insurance company bailout, Rosen eld, who wrote Proposition 103, also stated on his website, “ e Legislature and the governor should reject the 11th-hour plan. Insurance companies are trying to exploit a crisis to get deregulation they have sought for 35 years and a bailout of their current responsibilities to California homeowners.”

Overall, the complicated subject regarding insurance rates often en-

genders more questions than answers and e Malibu Times will closely follow developments with regard to homeowners insurance availability and costs in re prone areas.

In the meantime, readers may wish to contact their state lawmakers and the Department of Insurance to voice their concerns. Doing so might result in more positive results than merely doing what many struggling with obtaining — and retaining — homeowners insurance for homes in disaster-prone areas are inclined to do: Shake one’s head and repeating the old adage, “No man’s life, liberty or property are safe when the legislature is in session!”

Recent California laws addressing homeowners insurance in re prone areas

Although insurance premium escalation remains a huge issue in California, it is good to know that California recently enacted a consumer protection law temporarily helping some homeowners a ected by a wild re with regard to homeowners insurance. When the governor declares a state of emergency, there is a one-year moratorium on the cancellation or nonrenewal of policies held by residents living in Zip codes within or near the re zone.

Further, last year, responding to escalating insurance costs for people in areas prone to wild res, California became the rst state to require insurance premium discounts for owners who have wild re protection safeguards at their homes or businesses. Consumers should also know that California law mandates that insurers have to give customers 75 days’ notice prior to a policy’s renewal date that they are being dropped and cannot renew their policy.

Planning, Coastal commissions OK Malibu school plan

SMMUSD superintendent Dr. Antonio Shelton attends the Planning Commission meeting to back project

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

Santa Monica Malibu Uni ed School District (SMMUSD) Superintendent

Dr. Antonio Shelton attended the Planning Commission meeting on Sept. 5 to encourage the commission to approve the Malibu Middle and High School Campus Speci c Plan.

“All I’m asking tonight is you continue to support our e orts to ensure that we have a successful completion of this building, and I know that you will continue to do that for us,” Shelton said. “I appreciate all the work that you have done as a commission and it’s nice to hear that we have alum on the stage here and I appreciate what you continue to do.”

projects.

Anawalt Lumber employs close to 200 people throughout their ve locations and it’s the employees that David Anawalt credits with much of the company’s success.

“We have been blessed with our employees,” he said. “We treat people with respect. We have a family zeitgeist. We treat them well, with respect and we pay them well. We want people to have careers with us.”

And they do. The company’s CEO started as a high schooler and worked his way up to the top. e Anawalts say they try to promote from within. There are many Anawalt Lumber employees with more than 10 years of service.

Rieff Anawalt says his father doesn’t like to boast, but he credits

e plan includes the construction of a new 36-foot tall, two-story high school building and associated development.

Commissioner Kraig Hill and Vice Chair John Mazza prolonged the meeting with concerns regarding campus lighting, parking lot entrances, and building heights.

e commission reviewed the following conditions before approving the item.

Condition 17.b. replacing “residence” with “structure”

Replacing condition 17.e. to state,

“All lighting at the MMHS campus shall be minimized, restricted to low intensity features, directed downward and away from ESHA, and shielded using the best available visor technology and pole height and design that minimizes light spill, sky glow, and glare impacts to public views and wildlife to the maximum extent feasible.”

Adding condition 17.f. to state, “All

David’s business acumen too with keeping the family run company around to celebrate its centennial.

“He had the foresight to start selling nursery items,” Rie said of what at its core is a lumber business.

David believes in his employees and his customers, but ultimately says it’s all about service that has kept Anawalt Lumber in business for a century.

“ at’s a long time in a competitive market like Los Angeles,” he said.

“We’ve seen some big players come and go — Builder’s Emporium and OSH to name a couple. We’ve stayed and have been successful.

How has that happened? It’s not just luck to excel in a market that is crowded and competitive. Retail is tough. It comes down to this: Strength. Integrity. Service.”

His strategy has worked.

“Our employees are our number one asset,” David said. “If you treat

allow both second units and ADUs. e term “second unit” will be changed to “ADU” throughout both the LCP and MMC, as provided in the draft amendments.

e Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the amendments with modications during a Planning Commission hearing on March 14.

After a lengthy discussion, the council motioned to table the item to a date uncertain.

e Public Safety Department delivered a presentation on the city’s e orts in re preparedness for the re season. e city has begun hosting a series of weekly webinars throughout September with expert speakers from city, county and outside agencies to answer questions and o ered valuable guidance on the types of hazards that Malibu faces, and how to prepare for those hazards.

For more information about upcoming events visit, www.MalibuCity.org/PrepMonth.

City sta also presented the Coastal Vulnerability Project.

City Manager Steve McClary provided a report on the city events, beach team, and upcoming meetings.

Malibu/Lost Hills Sheri s Sgt. Chris Soderlund provided a report on the tra c, beach safety and an

outdoor lighting shall be extinguished by 11:00 p.m. or close of campus use, whichever is later, except for security lighting activated by motion sensor which extinguishes ten (10) minutes after activation and lighting at the building entrances and driveway egress points.”

• Modifying condition 32.a. to state, “During Phase 1 demolition of hardscape within the 100-foot bu er of the downstream area, the habitat restoration plan shall require weed abatement along the upstream, middle, and downstream riparian and upland habitat, broadcast of native seed in the downstream riparian and upland habitat as well as upstream upland habitat, and planting of native stock in the downstream riparian and upland habitat. Bank stability improvements and erosion control would occur in the upstream, middle, and downstream portions of the

people with respect you will be better at serving people. We are a service business and our prices are good. All of that and some business acumen has led us to our 100-year anniversary and ve locations.”

Anawalt Lumber employees can often be seen loading purchases into customers’ cars. After all, bags of mulch, garden decorations, and lumber can be heavy. Lumber can also be found at their latest location in Paci c Palisades. e family-run business took over the old Norris Hardware space in the middle of town. Anawalt was able to open in the middle of the pandemic and was sorely needed by the community during quarantine. Many homeowners at that time discovered needed repairs to be made and upgrades desired during that period stuck at home.

As chairman of the board, David initially did not want to carry

overview of Labor Day weekend.

“ e chaperone policy at the Malibu Chili CookO was immensely helpful at keeping the kids in check; they had to have adult supervision to enter the Chili Cook-O ,” Soderlund said. “So that was a very nice policy to have, so I hope that continues next year.”

Soderlund provided crime stats for August. He said there’s a 5.1 percent increase in crime that has seen an uptick in violent crime.

“I think it’s due to the summertime, but summertime is winding down, so hopefully that will abate,” Soderlund said.

Soderlund also reported an increase in robbery and assault on Malibu Road.

“Malibu Road seems to be the hotspot,” Soderlund said.

Soderlund also con rmed the arrest in the fatal stabbing on Las Tunas Beach.

To read more about the parking and beach citations, read the Public Safety Commission meeting on page 8.

For council reports, Mayor Pro Tem Steve Uhring raised his concerns with the Zuma Beach underpass, which has been ooded since June 2023. e upcoming Malibu Triathlon uses that entrance for the event at the end of the month. Public Works Director Rob DeBoux responded and said it’s under the jurisdiction of the Department of Beaches & Harbors.

e Malibu Times will follow up with Beaches &

ESHA during Phase 1, which includes the proposed pedestrian trail and new roadways.”

• Condition 33, deleting “and monitoring.”

Modifying condition 34 to state, “Maintenance and monitoring of the restoration shall commence after installation and continue for ve years in each portion of the riparian and upland habitat areas (downstream, middle, and upstream). In any case, the restoration project shall be complete prior to the issuance of certi cates of occupancy for any structures approved in the coastal development permit.”

e commission approved deleting condition 46, “ e CCC issued CDP discussed the presence of native trees protected under LIP Chapter. Any and all encroachments to any native trees shall be mitigated pursuant to the approved CCC CDP and pursuant to LIP Chapter 5.”

lumber at the Palisades location, but he changed his mind when his employees urged him to carry “sticks,” as they’re called in the business. It was a great decision as David once again thanked his employees for their idea. “We acknowledge their contributions and we take care of them,” he said of his “family.”

To celebrate its centennial, Anawalt Lumber has special anniversary deals and giveaways that change weekly.

Anawalt Lumber locations are:

• 1001 N Highland Ave., Hollywood 641 N. Robertson, West Hollywood

• 11060 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles

• 15130 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades 3730 Cross Creek Road, Malibu

Harbors in the next issue.

Mayor Bruce Silverstein responded to comments made by the public speakers, including the comment made by Debra Bianco on keeping the Malibu Farmers Market at Legacy Park.

“I think every one of us would love to give the farmers market permission to be at Legacy Park — we can’t, it’s deed restrictive, it’s not our deed, we have no authority to override that restriction,” Silverstein said. e last item addressed was the Woolsey Fire Fee Waiver Program and Rebuild Deadlines.

On Feb. 24, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 20-10, which directed sta to waive certain Woolsey Fire rebuild fees; subsequent resolutions were adopted that modi ed the provisions of the program and extended the fee waiver program. For property owners to qualify for the existing fee waiver program, fee waiver applications were required to be received by June 30; all required planning applications were required to be deemed complete by June 30, and all required building permits are required to be obtained by Dec. 30.

Environmental Sustainability Director Yolanda Bundy presented the report.

During the City Council meeting on Aug. 14, the council directed sta to research the reason some owners have not led a rebuild application.

Bundy said after reaching out to families who have yet to submit an application, they found that families

e commission also found the project consistent with the Final Environmental Impact Report.

e commission approved the project 4-0 vote, with Mazza abstaining.

On Friday, Sept. 8, the California Coastal Commission also addressed and approved the plan with modi cations. e commission shared its gratitude towards the city and school district for their e orts and collaboration in pushing the project forward.

“I also want to thank the city and the school district for working expeditiously with our sta , that was a very disappointing hearing that we had initially, so it’s really encouraging things turned around so quickly,” Coastal Commission Chair Donne Brownsey said. “I really want to show out the school district, the City [of Malibu] and our sta for prioritizing this and bringing it back so quickly.”

e next Planning Commission is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 2.

have had nancial hardships, insurance issues, supply chain issues, and delays in relation to family illness.

“Out of the 69 families that we called, there [were] 20 percent who didn’t respond — we sent them emails, left them phone calls in the past two weeks and no response — but the majority was nancial hardship and illness,” Bundy said.

e 2018 Woolsey Fire destroyed at least 488 single-family homes. To encourage the public interest in rebuilding, the city waived certain planning and building permit fees related to their building structures that were damaged or destroyed by the Woolsey Fire.

Property owners requesting a waiver of fees must demonstrate primary residency with an active voter registration, a valid driver’s license or other government-issued identi cation card with the address of the property that was destroyed by the Woolsey Fire acceptable to the city manager and le an a davit with the city on the form speci ed by the city manager.

e council motioned to bring a resolution in the next meeting.

Due to timing, the council motioned to continue the Outdoor Warning Sirens System and Code Enforcement Ad Hoc Committee in the next City Council meeting. e next City Council meeting is scheduled for Sept. 25.

Employees of the Anawalt Lumber location in Malibu pose in the gardening section of the business. The Malibu location, one of five Anawalt Lumbers in the LA area, has been around for 12 years. Photo courtesy of Anthony McDemas

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Malibu Life

‘Jubilations!’ Nathan Hassall appointed new Malibu poet laureate

EMMANUEL

The Malibu poetry community has reason to celebrate as poet Nathan Hassall was appointed the city’s poet laureate on Aug. 28.

Hassall will be the fifth poet laureate, succeeding Ann Buxie, who served a two-year term that began in 2021, and helped create the Malibu Poet Laureate program in 2019.

Hassall called it an honor to have the esteemed position and succeed the poetic pillars of the community that previously held it.

“They feel very much like mentors generally, not just necessarily in poetry but in life,” Hassall said. “They have got a few years on me and their life experience is something to learn from. I am hugely honored to know that they’re in my corner and want to support me as I go and do this at a relatively young age, which is quite rare. It means so much to have their support and belief.”

Hassall said as he begins his tenure, he expects to help foster the already-thriving Malibu poetic community and hopes to expand the interest for creating and enjoying poetry across the network of creatives and artists that work in and around Malibu.

“I would like to see if we could grow

it, [poetic community] in numbers and increase engagement in those already involved in the community,” he said.

“The idealistic side of me thinks there’s a poet in everyone, whether they write it down or not. The poetry tourists I’d like to bring them in more.”

Hassall has been a well-known member of the Malibu poetic community since shortly after moving to the area just over five years ago.

Hassall, originally from a town named Horsham in West Sussex, England, received his Bachelor’s degree in history

before earning his Master’s in creative writing from the University of Kent.

While studying at the university, he met his wife, who was studying abroad, hailing from the city of Malibu.

Upon relocating to the United States, Hassall’s passion for poetry quickly led

him to finding the city’s poetry community upon reading in the newspaper about the inaugural poet laureate, Ricardo Means Ybarra. He then found out about the numerous poetry events around the city led by Ybarra.

Sparking joy through reflection and inspiration

By SAMANTHA BRAVO

Fused glass is known as a powerful medium that inspires people to appreciate, enjoy, and protect our natural world. Award-winning artists Bonnie Quintanilla and Sue Wolhaupter use nature as inspiration to create their unique body of work.

Quintanilla and Wolhaupter created over 100 pieces of fused glass ne art exclusively for this exhibit and sale, including sculptural pieces on Sunday, Sept. 10, wall and table art, and artware like bowls and plates. e exhibition, “Glass Re ections, Nature’s Inspiration,” from Blazing Star Arts Fused Glass, is on display at the Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center at King Gillette Ranch now through Oct. 29.

Quintanilla and Wolhaupter bring the magic of glass art to life in their Westlake Village studio, Blazing Star Arts. Working exclusively in glass, the artists design and create ne art, practical artwork, and custom orders for collectors across the United States and beyond. e artists are members of the Fallbrook Art Cen-

ter, where their work is shown year-round.

“We’re here to meet people that have come to meet us and we’re here to support the national parks because a percentage of everything that is sold is going to the national parks to support their programs,” Wolhaupter said.

Inspired by the Western Na-

tional Parks and Recreation Areas, the artwork features handmade artwork and functional art glass.

Quintanilla and Wolhaupter are inspired by the beauty, abstractness, and symmetry of nature. eir work sparks conversation, inspires joy, and re ects the power of the human spirit.

Hassall (far left) is seen with poets and performers at the Jubilations event “Embracing the Night,” earlier this year.

Photo by Emmanuel Luissi/TMT.

Artists Bonnie Quintanilla (left) and Sue Wolhaupter stand in front of their artwork during the art reception on Sunday, Sept. 10, at the Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center at King Gillette Ranch. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

Plate of Shrimp: Part Two

Editor

In “Plate of Shrimp: Part One,” we laid the framework for the ‘latticework o’ coincidence’ as hammered out by Miller in “Repo Man” (1984): “A lot o’ people don’t realize what’s really going on. ey view life as a bunch o’ unconnected incidents ‘n’ things. ey don’t realize that there’s this, like, lattice o’ coincidence that lays on top o’ everything. Give you an example; show you what I mean: suppose you’re thinkin’ about a plate o’ shrimp. Suddenly someone’ll say, like, plate, or shrimp, or plate o’ shrimp out of the blue, no explanation. No point in lookin’ for one, either. It’s all part of a cosmic unconsciousness.”

In the previous column, YHN detailed synchronicities involving Cher, Michael Keaton, a famous director, a famous retired talk show host, a famous semi-retired standup comedian, Miles Teller, and Giovanni Ribisi. All kinda odd and cool… … but there’s more.

ere were lesser shocks that involved an invitation from a cute girl from Boston to go to a party in Serra Retreat. YHN had an innervoice conversation with Serra Retreat res-

ident James Cameron about surf adventurer Martin Daly, who runs a surf island in the Marshall Islands — and lives in the Marshall Islands, far from Malibu. At the party, local guy Robbie T rolled through Serra Retreat with Martin Fricking Daly. So what was this guy who lives in the Marshall Islands doing in Serra Retreat when I was having a conversation with him in my head?!?!?!

And there’s another that involves Minnesota Twins legend Harmon Killebrew and Killebrew Beer, but that probably isn’t worth detailing either. And another one involving a Final Jeopardy! answer and Suriname. And another one involving a local actor/director/auteur/restaurateur rocking up at the newsstand just as he had passed through my mind. And another one involving Starlink and a SpaceX launch and another one involving Pink Floyd’s “ e Wall.”

But those are all < 3.0 so not worth detailing. Well the Martin Daly one was probably a 7.0+, but only if you know who Martin Daly is.

e freshest synchronicity happened at the Starstrucks near Ralphs in mid-August of 2023. Your Humble Narrator had just written a bunch of interview questions he hoped to put in front of John Lydon.

One of them evoked the name of Paul Sha er — a bandleader who is disliked by former Sex Pistols Steve Jones, who himself is disliked by former Sex Pistols singer Lydon (fka Rotten).

e next day, Sha er walked into the Starstrucks near Ralphs with a woman and an African American dude.

YHN was tempted to beckon the David Letterman bandleader and lay on him the lattice o’ coincidence and his place in it as he nodded politely and glanced toward the exit — but discretion and manners and Malibu’s Unwritten Law headed that o .

Well, Unwritten Law #2 was broken, but whatever.

So, there it is, the latticework of coincidence as it intertwines Malibu.

But the biggest one — the 10.0 on the plate o’ shrimp latticework of synchronous coincidence — is only Malibu adjacent and happened a long time ago in a decade far far away in a place not so far away — from Santa Monica to Marina del Rey to San Clemente in the 1990s. is would have been about 1991 when YHN was an editor at SURFER Magazine (RIP 1960-2020), working behind the Orange Curtain in Dana Point and San Clemente. e movie “Fried Green Tomatoes” starred Mary Louise Parker and YHN was crushing on her a bit as she is pretty and demure. When Los

Angeles, Venice, and Santa Monica were still mysterious to YHN, it was an adventure to ride a non-electric bike from a long-defunct restaurant called Cafe Casino down to Venice and all the way to Marina del Rey, checking out the sights and the characters.

The whole time YHN was thinking/obsessing on Mary Louise Parker, and then at some point between MDR and Santa Monica, YHN crossed under that latticework because while riding back through Santa Monica, the demure, pretty actress walked right in front in a crosswalk with an African American dude. e crosswalk kind of looked like a latticework, come to think of it. anks universe.

Drove back to SURFER Magazine and told that story to Steve Hawk (brother of Tony), who came back with a similar story about walking through a shopping mall and seeing a woman who reminded him of a gal he had gone to school with. And then, 10 minutes later, there was the actual gal. So we talked about synchronicity and coincidence and then I rode my non-electric pushbike home from Dana Point to State Park in San Clemente, stopping at the grocery along the way to get dinner: White rice and some seafood.

Got home and prepared dinner and turned on the telly and there

was “Repo Man” and there was Miller’s soliloquy about the latticework o’ coincidence as it regarded the plate o’ shrimp.

I looked down and guess what I was eating? Just guess! at’s right, a plate of boiled jumbo shrimp on rice. No kidding! YHN wishes he had taken a blurry cell phone photo of that!

Exploding head emoji here.

And then? And then the phone rang and it was Steve Hawk who said, “Are you watching ‘Repo Man’? at’s the conversation we had! Synchronicity!”

I said, “Hawk are you sitting down? Guess what I’m having for dinner right now.” Out of the blue, no explanation. No point in lookin’ for one, either. It’s all part of a cosmic unconsciousness.

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which his height was stated as 6’3” and his weight as 215 pounds. Forget that only a couple of months before, he was supposedly 6’2” and 240 pounds, but who cares about an inch here or there, or a few pounds more or less.

The presidential election has gotten o to a rather boring start. You know, nothing other than a few indictments, mug shots, and so forth. Just when I was about to yawn myself to sleep for the next year and a couple of months, along comes Stormy Daniels to give us that wake-up punch we all need.

Stormy, if I can presume to call her by her rst name, has become a political commentator without equal, and certainly from a vantage point that none of the other commentators can duplicate.

When Trump was arrested in Atlanta, Georgia, he or somebody working for him lled out a form in

Stormy, who has been absent for far too long a time, reappeared on the public scene. She seemed eager to question the accuracy of Trump’s declaration by saying, “Mmmkay! And I’m 110 lbs and a virgin! I’m not a scale or a doctor, but I have spent some time beneath 215 lb. men, and Tiny was not one of them.” Now, I have no idea what “Mmmkay” means, but I think we all get the point.

Suddenly, the entire election has taken on a di erent dimension, and so long as Stormy can continue to contribute her invaluable commentary, I might have to pay attention to the rest of the campaign.

SH

With his rich experience in poetry and creative writing, Hassall took on the role of educator alongside Ybarra and another eventual poet laureate, Ellen Reich. With their guidance, Hassall began teaching and advocating for poetry at Webster Elementary, Malibu Elementary and Malibu High schools. He said he has absolutely loved his experience with all the students he’s had the opportunity to work with.

“They’re fearless. It’s not just a romantic thing to say that they write some of these lines in these poems that are really profound, they hit you and you say ‘Whoa, this is coming from a 10-yearold?’” Hassall said. “There’s the kind of power of the art, even to kids, to be able to give language to something they wouldn’t have had without poetry.”

He said adults are similar in the sense that they could look to poetry to express complex emotion or thought, or give a new lens to experiences that others may not see or realize.

Hassall said in his own experience, he has drawn inspiration for his work from all aspects of life. He said the art of poetry does a service to the world by putting in words the beauty and

tragedy of the human condition.

“A lot of people think poets should just sit inside and write but they’ve also got to live, go outside and experience the world strongly to write about it,” he said. “Dominant themes are philosophy, nature, psychology, altered states of consciousness, even just conversations with people. It’s about the experience of being a fleshy body in the world. Ironically, it’s really hard to put language to it. Inspiration comes in pockets.”

He said poetry finds the poet in times of a big life event such as marriage or a death, but also in the everyday.

“The beauty of poetry is that it can take the mundane or everyday and turn it into something that reminds you how extraordinary it is to be alive,” Hassall said.

Malibu of course, as it does many of our artistic residents, has played a part in inspiring Hassall to create works of art, but to also give back to the community in teaching and giving other aspiring poets a platform to share their work.

“It’s a home of artists. Actors, filmmakers, musicians, all sorts, I love that about it,” he said. “Meeting people who can have deep, meaningful, serious conversations is special. It’s hugely influential to be around the

ocean and all these walks of life. Both the community and the natural side of the city — it’s very inspiring.”

Looking forward to his twoyear appointment, Hassall plans to continue to be an ambassador for poetry and an advocate for the art. He will continue to build on the momentum and success of poetry programs like Caffeinated Verse, a workshop led by special guest readers, and Jubilations, which Hassall calls “Ann Buxie’s baby,” poetry gatherings that celebrate joy in a time of whelming possibilities, to give voice to the true nature of vitality modeled on the natural world, to attend to the power of love and joy. These gatherings are open-air and highlight the beauty of our environment.

Hassall also expects to add his personal influence to the city’s poetry programs and is excited by the opportunity to grow the art in his community. He envisions a monthly workshop series of generative writing workshops. These workshops will encourage the creation of new poems and will draw on the inspiration and support of peers to push poets forward toward new art and new perspectives of poetry.

“It’s a very big honor and I can’t wait to step into the role and do what I can for the art and the community,” Hassall said.

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

COMMUNITY

Sharks boys water polo plays well in Malibu Tournament

After going 2-2 in event, Malibu begins Tri-Valley League play at Foothill Tech next week

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

The Malibu High boys water polo team was tied with the Carpinteria Warriors on Sept. 9. Each team had two goals in the rst quarter of their afternoon match in the Malibu Tournament at the pool at Malibu High School. However, the visiting Warriors pulled away, scoring eight unanswered goals to win 10-2.

Malibu nished the three-day tournament with a 2-2 record. Malibu head coach Hayden Goldberg didn’t hang his head after the loss to Carpinteria, their last match of the event.

“It’s a learning, not a losing mentality,” he explained. “All these games we had are small battles for the bigger war of our league. e most important thing is taking away — piece by piece, quarter by quarter — di erent lineups, who can step up to a higher level. Everything I am seeing in this tournament is stu I can use to help our practice the next day.”

Sharks senior goalkeeper Nico Marazzi said his team played well in the 12-team spectacle and are ready to dive in the pool against Tri-Valley League competition later this month.

“We picked up a lot of good knowledge,” he said. “We are ready for league.”

Malibu nished the competition in sixth place. Palisades nished as the top team in tournament. e Malibu junior varsity team also competed in the event and nished 11th. e other squads that participated included Agoura, Burroughs, Oxnard, Rio Mesa, Royal, ousand Oaks, Nordo , and Ventura.

e Sharks varsity bunch opened the tournament on Sept. 7 with an 11-4 loss to Palisades. ey bounced back to beat Nordo 19-3 later that day. Before losing to the

Warriors on the nal day of the event, Malibu defeated Burroughs 9-7 that morning.

e Sharks swam back from a three-goal de cit to down Burroughs. Goldberg said the triumph was Malibu’s most impressive win of the season. e Sharks, he said, started the contest as if they were “swimming in molasses” but had more energy in the second half. Goldberg told the team at halftime to play hard.

“It took us a bit to shake the cobwebs out and then we gured out our game, our Sharks water polo,” he said.

Malibu senior Filip Kurial said the team learned a lot during the match.

“We got back in the game by playing together,” he noted. “We looked around, found the open person, and passed the ball.”

Carpinteria scored on three consecutive possessions to take a three-goal lead over the Sharks in the second quarter of their matchup. Malibu tossed scoring attempts at the Warriors’ goal on their next two possessions but were denied each time.

Carpinteria scored its sixth goal in the opening minute of the third quarter. Marazzi stymied a Warrior player’s next scoring attempt; however, a few minutes later the Warriors added a digit to their score. ey scored again with under two minutes left in the quarter.

Marazzi blocked a Carpinteria scoring attempt early in the fourth quarter. However, the Warriors scored a few minutes later. He then denied another shot, but the opposition tallied its 10th score before the contest ended.

Goldberg called Marazzi “fantastic” and Kurial praised his play throughout the Malibu Tournament.

“I’m really proud of him,” Kurial said of Marazzi. “He was blocking everything and going crazy.”

e Sharks played at Brentwood on Tuesday. ey host Nordo on ursday and Cate on Sept. 19. e team will play at Foothill Tech on Sept. 21. e match is their rst Tri-Valley League competition of the season.

Malibu is the two-time defending champions of the league. e team won the league title outright in 2022 and advanced to the second round of the CIF

playo s. Two seasons ago, Malibu shared the league crown with Foothill Tech.

e Sharks can win the league again, Goldberg said. He envisions the squad playing their best water polo in a controlled and relaxed manner.

“You have to go out there and play your game,” he stated. “If you make a bad pass, steal the ball back. Be

pro table on both sides — o ense and defense. Don’t just be a scorer.”

Marazzi said Malibu is a knowledgeable and fast team that is strong on counter-attacks.

“We are really building team chemistry,” he said. “We have a good balance. We can take home the league title and go further than the second round in the playo s.”

Local AYSO chapter kicks o its fall season with Opening Day at Malibu Blu s Park over the weekend

The American Youth Soccer Organization

Region 759, the Malibu chapter, kicked o its fall season with Opening Day at Malibu Blu s Park on Saturday, Sept. 9.

e program has been thriving with over 300 players participating and has been an essential community program for Malibu, teaching youth soccer and providing a complete pathway for youth soccer through high school at Malibu Middle and Malibu High School, including club and tournament teams.

is year, the league has 30 coaches, 25 assistant coaches, and instruction provided by Andrew Pearce and his team of trained referees and professional coaches.

Coaches and volunteers are required to take extensive courses in coaching soccer, background checks, and undergo livescan background checks to ensure the safety and well-being of players. AYSO was established in 1965.

is year the league opened up with soccer ball giveaways, Nomad Ice Pops, and pizza after the players’ rst game.

Upper divisions will be playing games against other leagues in Westlake and Agoura, with some teams playing doubleheaders.

e league is led by ve executive board members including Paul Bellamy, regional coordinator; Rebecca Osviowitz, assistant regional coordinator; Scott Schoenberger, treasurer; Amora Magna, safety director; and Nichole McGinley, registrar.

AYSO is still accepting registration to the division coordinators, Quint Carter for boys soccer at quintercarterpc@gmail.com or Amora Magna for girls soccer at dramora@me.com or go to the website at malibuayso.org to sign up and register your player. For questions and information, please email malibuayso759rc@gmail.com

SPARKING JOY

Continued from B1

ey combine bold colors and innovative techniques to create unique works of art and practical artware enjoyed by collectors worldwide.

Some of the designs included pine trees, butter ies, poppies, and coral reefs. Visitors observed each art piece carefully and chose a piece that they connected with.

Long-time friend Sheryl Brown eld stopped by the exhibition on Sunday to support the artists and purchased a piece of artwork that she resonated with.

“I am supporting a long-time friend,” Brown eld said. “Sue and I have known each other for over 30 years; she’s made a lot of beautiful pieces, and I just love to support my friends. I have lots of beautiful pieces that she’s made around my house.”

Brown eld purchased an artwork that

read, “Between every two pine trees is a doorway to a new world.”

“ ey’re just terri c, and it’s wonderful to support local artists and good friends,” she said.

e artwork is on display from Sept. 3 to Oct. 29. Quintanilla said they will return in May and June next year for another show.

e sale will bene t the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and its programs.

e Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area will also begin hosting docent-led garden tours at the Historic Adamson House, on Fridays at 10 a.m. Visitors will be able to experience the breathtaking beauty of its meticulously designed gardens. Tours are $7, cash only.

In addition to the programs, the organization will be holding a volunteer opportunity at Point Dume Nature Preserve

on Saturday, Sept. 16. ey will focus on pruning and lopping overgrown vegetation from the trail corridors to provide clear and safe access for park visitors (including along ADA-compliant trails). Volunteers will use loppers, hand pruners, hand saws, McLeods, and rakes. ey will also remove invasive weeds by hand to prevent the targeted species from encroaching on native habitat. Please note: ere are no restrooms on the trails, but there are restrooms available at the county beach in the parking lot. Ages 14 and older welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult and have waivers signed by their guardian). To register, visit volunteer.calparks.org/opportunity. e volunteer limit is 25 individuals. Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by email after you sign up. For more information on the artists, visit BlazingStarArts.com or contact the artists via email at info@blazingstararts.com.

This year the league opened up with soccer ball giveaways, Nomad Ice Pops, pizza and plenty of soccer action on Saturday, Sept. 9. Photos by Dana Rubin.

Malibu High boys water polo players are shown in action during the Malibu Tournament. The Sharks lost to Carpinteria 10-2 on Sept. 9 to finish 2-2 in the tournament.

Photo by McKenzie Jackson

The show, “Glass Reflections, Nature’s Inspiration,” features handmade artwork and functional art glass inspired by the Western National Parks and Recreation Area. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00448

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: JESSICA, LEIGH, GALBRAITH TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner JESSICA LEIGH GALBRAITH a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: JESSICA, LEIGH, GALBRAITH Proposed

Name: JESSICA, LEIGH, LAGEYRE

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

Date: OCTOBER 13, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

Date: 08/14/2023

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court

DA ID W. SLA TON Executive Officer Clerk of Court

PUB: 08/24, 08/31, 09/7, 09/14/2023 The Malibu Times

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS: THE FINAL ROUND

6784 SHEARWATER LANE, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. AARON ECKSTEIN

6784 SHEARWATER LANE, MALIBU, CA 90265

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/

Organization

This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2023.

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

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 8/15/2023.

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

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

Publish in The Malibu Times: 08/24, 08/31, 09/7, 09/14/2023

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State of California, certifies that:

Notice is given that by operation of law at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time, on uly 1, 2021, the Tax Collector declared the real properties listed below tax defaulted. The declaration of default was due to non-payment of the total amount due for the taxes, assessments, and other charges levied in tax year 2020-21 that were a lien on the listed real property. Non-residential commercial property and property upon which there is a recorded nuisance abatement lien shall be subject to the tax collector’s power to sell after three years of defaulted taxes. Therefore, if the 2020-21 taxes remain defaulted after June 30, 2024, the property will become subject to the tax collector’s power to sell and eligible for sale at the County’s online auction in 2025. All other property that has defaulted taxes after June 30, 2026, will become subject to the tax collector’s power to sell and eligible for sale at the County’s online auction in 2027. The list contains the name of the assessee and the total tax, which was due on June 30, 2021, for tax year 2020-21, opposite the parcel number. Payments to redeem tax-defaulted real property shall include all amounts for unpaid taxes and assessments, together with the additional penalties and fees as prescribed by law, or be paid under an installment plan of redemption if initiated prior to the property becoming subject to the tax collector’s power to sell.

The Treasurer and Tax Collector’s Office will furnish, upon request, information concerning making a payment in full or initiating an installment plan of redemption. Requests must be made at 225 North Hill Street, First Floor Lobby, Los Angeles, California 90012. For more information, please visit our website at ttc. lacounty.gov or contact us at (213) 974-2111.

I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at Los Angeles, California, on August 11, 2023.

Elizabeth Buenrostro Ginsberg

Chief Deputy Treasurer and Tax Collector County of Los Angeles

State of California

Assessees/taxpayers, who have disposed of real property after anuary 1, 2020, may find their names listed because the Office of the Assessor has not yet updated the assessment roll to reflect the change in ownership.

ASSESSOR’S IDENTIFICATION NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION

The Assessor’s Identification Number, when used to describe property in this list, refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, the block on the map (if applicable), and the individual parcel on the map page or in the block. The Assessor’s maps and further explanation of the parcel numbering system are available at the Office of the Assessor.

The following property tax defaulted on July 1, 2021, for the taxes, assessments, and other charges for the Tax Year 2020-21:

LISTED BELOW ARE PROPERTIES THAT DEFAULTED IN 2021 FOR TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND 0THER CHARGES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021. AMOUNT OF DELINQUENCY AS OF THIS PUBLICATION IS LISTED BELOW.

ALESANDRINI, KATHRYN A TR ALESANDRINI EDDY TRUST SITUS 1532 DECKER CANYON RD MALIBU CA 90265-2420 4472-010-035 $24,968.23

ASHFIELD GARDENS LLC 4461-014-018 $5,149.78

AUERBACH, RICHARD R TR FRIEDA LEE AUERBACH TRUST SITUS 6435 ZUMIREZ DR NO 1 MALIBU CA 90265-4059 4467-015-044 $19,575.18

BASS, ROBERT S SITUS 31427 ANACAPA VIEW DR MALIBU CA 90265-2601 4470-005-017 $69,891.67

BERTINELLI, VALERIE TR CARVIN DECD TRUST 4470024-062 $220,613.21

CARL, MARIE L TR MARIE L CARL TRUST SITUS

23901 CIVIC CENTER WAY NO 159 MALIBU CA 90265-

4837 4458-021-104 $32,005.86

CLEMMER, RICHARD AND ALEXANDRA, DANIELLE

SITUS 23516 MALIBU COLONY RD MALIBU CA 90265-

4626 4458-004-036 $325.25

DOYLE, MICHAEL AND CATHY 4461-014-013 $948.80

4461-014-014 $926.96

SITUS 4150 LATIGO CANYON RD MALIBU CA 902652805 4461-014-017 $1,139.06

RD MALIBU CA 90265-2751 4464-024-014/S2019010/S2020-010 $117,641.77

MITCHELL, RICHARD L TR RICHARD E MITCHELL

DECD TRUST SITUS 24528 MALIBU RD MALIBU CA

90265-4614 4458-012-009 $3,511.30

MOORE, MICHAEL S AND DNA S SITUS 6215 KANAN

DUME RD MALIBU CA 90265-4049 4467-017-014

$13,620.29

MORO, HECTOR 4472-026-003 $17,144.01

MURPHY, DAVID K 4472-031-012 $6,322.73

NALBANTIAN, EDWARD AND VALERIE L SITUS 6711

WANDERMERE RD MALIBU CA 90265-4135 4468012-006 $1,372.33

NAVARRETE, KELLER SITUS 4831 LATIGO CANYON

RD MALIBU CA 90265-2809 4460-001-015 $30,386.36

NEJAD, PEGAH S SITUS 27314 WINDING WAY

MALIBU CA 90265-4478 4460-003-010 $28,273.53

P O A PROPERTIES LLC SITUS 3233 TUNA CANYON RD TOPANGA 90265 4448-007-068 $51,645.34

PEASLEE, HANNAH CO TR BIG WEDNESDAY TRUST

SITUS 29221 HEATHERCLIFF RD NO 7 MALIBU CA

90265-4170 4468-010-025 $11,942.26

PERRY, BRIAN 4464-014-010 $2,334.81

4464-014-011 $2,334.81

PERRY, BRIAN R 4448-024-020 $7,852.80

SCHILLING, FREDERICK AND HUME, KIRSTY J SITUS

3350 TUNA CANYON RD TOPANGA CA 90290-3463

4448-007-101 $39,040.86

SCHMIDT, HENRY W JR 4473-006-019 $7,363.38

SIMMONS, CYNTHIA L SITUS 6805 SEAWATCH LN

MALIBU CA 90265-4142 4468-022-033/S2019-010/

S2020-010 $5,781.19

SIMON, REBECCA A SITUS 20644 MEDLEY LN FERNWOOD CA 90290-3320 4448-016-043/S2019010/S2020-010 $7,183.58

STANG, CARLA D SITUS 1233 GREENLEAF CANYON RD

TOPANGA CA 90290-4115 4438-017-002 $59,340.72

STRAUSS, NAOMI R AND GOSS, JOHN R III 4462008-018 $2,159.93

SULIMAN, GEORGE 4438-024-007 $494.40

SYLLA, PIERRE TR LUCIANNE SYLLA DECD TRUST 4438-024-010 $776.72

THOMPSON, LEON JR 4465-001-027 $9,816.34

CN999476 524

Aug 31, Sep 7,14, 2023

MALIBU 197

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARILYN THALER

Case No. 23STPB09170

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ean Weishaar in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Jean Weishaar be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Sept. 27, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 2D located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

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

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

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. ou may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: RANDYL PAIGE HYATT & CHRISTIAN HYATT FOR MINOR KAGE KANAINA IKAIKA KOA KELL

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner RANDYL PAIGE HYATT & CHRISTIAN HYATT FOR MINOR KAGE KANAINA IKAIKA KOA KELL a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: KAGE KANAINA IKAIKA KOA KELL

Proposed Name: KAGE KANAINA HYATT KELL

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

Date: OCTOBER 06, 2023 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: M, ROOM: 350

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

825 MAPLE AVE, TORRANCE, CA 90503

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

Date: 08/21/2023

DEIRDRE HILL, Judge of the Superior Court

DA ID W. SLA TON Executive Officer Clerk of Court PUB: 08/31, 09/7, 09/14, 09/21/2023 The Malibu

Times

MALIBU 201

LEGAL POST

USA Medical Research Institute VS Brandon Wilson USA Medical Research Institute is suing Brandon Wilson for Medical services performed yet not paid.

Defendant: Bramdon Wilson of 3359 Rambia Pacifico Malibu, CA 90265

Plaintiff: USA EDICAL RESEARC INSTITUTE 5924

S. Congress Ave Unit 32 build 3 Austin, TX 78745

Defendant requested Regenerative Medicine and paid for some yet not all treatments. He failed to pay 1250.00 e has now been arraigned in Austin. T for failure to pay.

MALIBU 202

DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR

Notice of Divided Publication

NOTICE OF DIVIDED

PUBLICATION OF THE PROPERTY TAX-DEFAULT LIST (DELINQUENT LIST)

Made pursuant to Section 3371, Revenue and Taxation Code

Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Sections 3381 through 3385, the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector is publishing in divided distribution, the Notice of Power to Sell Tax-Defaulted Property in and for the County of Los Angeles (County), State of California, to various newspapers of general circulation published in the County. A portion of the list appears in each of such newspapers.

The County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector,

FOX RIVER CONSERVATION PARTNERS LLC 2058-

008-022 $18,829.90

GOODMAN, ALICE R SITUS 20529 MEDLEY LN

TOPANGA 90290 4448-012-041 $80,615.01

HESEKER,OLIVER AND MELANIE 4461-009-011

$13,750.65

4461-009-012 $7,300.24

HILTON, HERMINE TR HERMINE HILTON TRUST

SITUS 26666 SEAGULL WAY NO C111 MALIBU CA

90265-4548 4460-019-112 $380.85

HOLLINS, SANDRA J SITUS 20520 SEABOARD RD MALIBU CA 90265-5352 4450-015-047 $34.76

LAURENZE, MARCELA C 4457-011-016 $9,532.18

SITUS 26135 IDLEWILD WAY MALIBU CA 902652941 4457-011-017 $13,758.39

MALIBU GARDENS CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSN INC 4467-035-066

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

Attorney for petitioner: SHALOM ZEV KATZ ESQ

SBN 92757 THOMAS & ELLIOTT LLP 12424 WILSHIRE BLVD NINTH FLR LOS ANGELES CA 90025 CN999271

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CABBC-23019613 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/17/2023. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE SECTIONS STATED ABOVE, THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT IS MAILED TO ALL REQUIRED RECIPIENTS] NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CA-BBC-23019613. 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 September 27, 2023, at 11:00:00 AM, BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by TAO GUAN, as Trustors, recorded on 4/3/2023, as Instrument No. 20230210495, 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. 4473-005-017

Parcel 1: That portion of the Rancho Topanga Malibu Sequit, in the City of Malibu, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 1 Page 407 et seq., of Patents, in the Office of the County recorder of said County, described as follows: Beginning at the northwest corner of Parcel 30, as shown on a record of survey ap filed in Book 76 Pages 57 to 59 inclusive of record of surveys, in the office of the County Recorder of said county; thence along the westerly prolongation of the northerly of said Parcel 30, North 9 34’ 02 west 606. 0 feet for the purposes of this description said certain course shall have a bearing of north 9 34’ 02 west thence north 00 24’ 54 east 2364.00 feet to a point that bears south 00 24’ 54 west 1377.72 feet from the northeast corner of the land described in Book D1554, Page 379, official records in said recorder’s office, thence north 00 24’ 24 east 322.57 feet to the true point of beginning thence south 1 49’ 23 west 2020.95 feet to a point on the easterly line of Parcel 1 of Decker Road, as shown on County Surveyor’s ap No. 113 on file in the office of the county engineer of said County, said county being south 10 16’ 14 east 50.00 feet measured along the radial line from station 73 2 .00 of the located centerline; thence westerly and southerly along said easterly line of Parcel 1 to a point on the prolongation 70.00 feet Southeasterly of the radial line passing through station, E.C. 69 26.56 of said centerline (bearing distances and curve data for Decker Road and Parcel No. 1 as shown on said County Surveyor’s ap No. 113 are to be adjusted so as to agree with their respective values as determined by an adjusted survey of the centerline of Decker Road by the Los Angeles County engineer and filed in F.B. 3154 Pages 5 to 34 inclusive, in the office of the county engineer of said county; thence northwesterly along said radial line 10.00 feet; thence southerly parallel to said centerline to a point of intersection with a radial line of passing through Station 6 09.29 thence leaving said easterly line, north 2 30’ 00 east 2341.13 feet, more or less, to a point on the east line of land described in Book D5247 Page 714, official records in said recorder’s office thence north 00 24’ 54 east 240.7 feet to the true point of beginning. Except therefrom all water contained in, on, within and under said land and ever part thereof, and all riparian rights and rights to water in and to streams or creeks, if any, or any waters of said land, provided, however, that the foregoing exception shall not be construed as prohibiting owner from construction or maintaining checks dams, ponds, or other places for storage of water on said lands, provided said storage structures do not materially diminish the annual flow of waters down Lechuza canyon and provided further, that the right of Marblehead Company, or its successors in interest to take water from aforesaid lands shall be confined to the location particularly in said deed described with reference to the easement for water development purposes or right to maintain water wells, as reserved in deed recorded February 27, 1941 in Book 1 061 Page 313, official records. Except therefrom all oil, gas, minerals and other hydrocarbon substances lying below the surface of said land; but with no right of surface entry thereto, as provided in the Deed recorded February 27, 1942 in Book 1 061 Page 313, official records. Parcel 2: An Easement for ingress, egress and utility on and over that portion of Rancho Topanga Malibu Sequit, as per Patent recorded in Book 1 Pages 407 et seq. of Patents, in the office of the County Recorder of said County, being a strip of land 60 feet wide, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described centerline: Beginning at the northeasterly corner of the parcel of land described in Deed from Marblehead Land Company to Oscar Anderson, recorded February 27, 1941, in Book 1 061 Page 313, official records of said county, said northeasterly corner being the northwesterly corner of the parcel described in Deed recorded in Book D1554 Page 379 of said official records, the common lines between above mentioned parcels having a bearing of south 0 21’ 41 west thence south 62 26’ 47 west 2 .12 feet thence south 3 22’ 30 west 232.12 feet to the true point of beginning thence south 3 22’ 30 west 60 00 feet thence south 3 22’ 30 west 60.00 feet thence south 17 46’ 0 west 432.79 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 26 53’ 11 a distance of 140.7 feet thence tangent south 9 07’ 03 east 274.4 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 23 09’ 37 a distance of 121.27 feet thence tangent south 32 16’ 40 east 142. 0 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the west having a radius of 150 feet thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 57 40’ 00 a distance of 15.97 feet thence tangent south 25 23’ 20 west 0.79 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said through a central angle of 19 31 30 a distance of 102.23 feet thence tangent south 44 54’ 50 west 149.21 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 3 26’ 54 a distance of 1 .06 feet thence tangent south 4 21’ 44 west 6 .0 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 14 45’ 49 a distance of 77.30 feet thence tangent south 33 35’ 55 west 73.43 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through angle of 22 00’ 36 a distance of 115.24 feet thence south 55 36’ 31 west 1 3.96 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 23 51’ 05 a distance of 124. 9 feet thence tangent south 310 45’ 26 west 230.26 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave

to the north having a radius of 100 feet; thence southwesterly, westerly and northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 141 5 ’ 24 a distance of 247.79 feet thence tangent north 6 16’ 10 west 73.44 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 150 feet thence northerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 26 37’ 19 a distance of 69.70 feet thence tangent north 20 20’ 09 east 2 3.02 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southwest having a radius of 100 feet; Thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 75 52’ 39 a distance of 132.43 feet thence tangent north 55 31 30 west 124.27 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave of the northeast having a radius of 150 feet thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 40 27’ 2 a distance of 105.92 feet, thence tangent north 15 04’ 02 west 60.7 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southwest having a radius of 100 feet; thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 3 11’ 36 a distance of 66.66 feet thence tangent north 53 15’ 3 west 31.6 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the south having a radius of 60 feet thence westerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 5 3 ’ 19 a distance of 9.6 feet thence tangent south 41 06’ 03 west to the easterly line of Decker Road as shown on Los Angeles County Surveyors ap No. 113. 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 3960 DEC ER EDISON RD, ALIBU, CA 90265. 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 171,595.64.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 si e 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 77 237 7 7 , or visit www.peakforeclosure.com using file number assigned to this case: CA BBC 23019613 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 PEA FORECLOSURE SER ICES, INC. by 5:00 P on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND AN INFOR ATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR T AT PURPOSE. SALE INFOR ATION LINE: 714 730 2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com Dated: 29 2023 PEA FORECLOSURE SER ICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE By Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale Officer

MALIBU MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN

The Malibu City Council will hold public hearings on MONDAY, October 9, 2023 at 6:30 PM on the project identified below in the Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA and via teleconference

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

Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 21-002, General Plan Map Amendment No. 21-002, Zoning Map Amendment No. 22-001, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 22-002

On September 8, 2023, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) conducted a public hearing and approved the City’s proposed Local Coastal Program (LCP) Amendment with suggested modifications. The purpose of this public hearing is to consider the California Coastal Commission’s suggested modifications to the City’s LCP Amendment. In addition, to maintain consistency between the LCP, Malibu Municipal Code, and General Plan, the Council will consider corollary amendments to these regulatory documents, which were previously adopted by the City Council (Resolution No. 22-33 and Ordinance No. 501).

Project Description: The Malibu Middle and High School (MMHS) Campus Specific Plan establishes the development standards and plans for the redevelopment of the MMHS Campus to be implemented in four phases over the next 10 to 15 years.

The Specific Plan would result in the demolition of 18 existing buildings on the combined campuses; only the existing athletic fields, and the recently completed Buildings A, B and E on the MMHS campus would remain, and the construction of a new campus with dedicated spaces for the middle and high school. The Specific Plan would result in 32 classrooms and labs and a total of 173,595 square feet of new building space, providing the MMHS campus with a total of 47 classrooms and 12 labs and a total of 222,425 square feet of building space. While the Specific Plan will upgrade the MMHS campus, it does not increase floor area ratio (FAR) nor does it allow for an increase in the maximum student population.

The Specific Plan proposes to change several development standards including the Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area (ESHA) setback, height, and grading quantities. Once adopted, the standards in the Specific Plan would become the regulations against which later phases of the project would be reviewed by the City. The Specific Plan would be constructed in four phases. All coastal development permits and other entitlements for the MMHS redevelopment will be considered by the Planning Commission for Phases 1, 2, and 4.

The applicant is requesting the following entitlements as part of the Specific Plan:

▪ Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 21-002: 1) add Section 3.4.6 to Chapter 3.4 to incorporate the MMHS Campus Specific Plan into the Local Implementation Plan, 2) amend LCP Land Use Map 2 to add a boundary line around the MMHS property denoting the boundaries of the MMHS Campus Specific Plan area, and 3) amend the Land Use Policy to add new ESHA policies.

▪ General Plan Map Amendment No 21-002: Amend the General Plan Land Use Policy Map, Section 3, to add the Specific Plan land use designation on the MMHS property.

▪ Zoning Map Amendment 22-001: Amend the Zoning Map to add a boundary line around the MMHS property denoting the boundaries of the MMHS Campus Specific Plan area.

▪ Zoning Text Amendment 22-002: Amend Section 17.42.020 of the Malibu Municipal Code to add the MMHS Campus Specific Plan.

Location: 30215 Morning View Drive, within the appealable coastal zone 4469-017-900, 4469-018-900, 4469-018-901, 4469-018-902, 4469-018-903, 4469-018-904, 4469-019900, 4469-019-901, 4469-019-902

Affected APNs: The Specific Plan is proposed on three of the nine parcels owned by SMMUSD: 4469-017-900, 4469-018903, and 4469-018-904

Zoning: Institutional (I)

Applicant: NAC Architecture

Owner: Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD)

Application Filed: December 17, 2021

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

EIR Certification: Acting as lead agency in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines Section 15051, on January 26, 2022, the SMMUSD Board of Education (Board) adopted a Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the MMHS Campus Specific Plan (State Clearinghouse # 20200080350). On January 27, 2022, a Notice of Determination for the Final EIR was filed by the District with the State Clearinghouse (No. 202008350). On August 8, 2022, the City of Malibu certified the adequacy of the Final EIR and filed a Notice of Determination. The Final EIR, MMRP, SOC, and all accompanying materials are available on the City’s website at: https://www.malibucity.org/397/Malibu-Middle-HighSchool-Improvements

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

Copies of all documents relating to the proposed Local Coastal Program Amendment are available for review at City Hall, Malibu Public Library, and the Coastal Commission District office during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on, or before, the date of the meeting.

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.

2023189332

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: September 14, 2023

12721 CULVER BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90066, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. DOC HALLIGAN, INC

12721 CULVER BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90066

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/ Organization

CA

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/2023.

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

MARIE HALLIGAN, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 8/29/2023.

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

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

A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF

AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish in The Malibu Times: 09/7, 09/14, 09/21, 09/28/2023

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NEW FILE NO. 2023183390 OLD FILE NUMBER. 2019029025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S) TO BE ABANDONED:

CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB, 44469 ADMIRALTY WAY, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME WAS FILED IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY ON: 02/04/2019

THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED

THE USE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB INC, 431 W SEVENTH ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90014

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

THIS BUSINESS WAS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION

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, CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB INC, CHRISTOPHER PLANO, VICE PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 08/22/2023.

Publish in The Malibu Times: 09/7, 09/14, 09/21,

09/28/2023

MALIBU 208

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the City of Malibu, WESTWARD BEACH ROAD SHOULDER REPAIR SPECIFICATION NO. 2070, 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, October 5, 2023, 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

asphalt road reconstruction repair of the eastbound shoulder of Westward Beach Road including sawcut, base and asphalt reconstruction, and all appurtenant work, included and shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.

The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class “A” or “C-12” State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for Project Specification No. 2070 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department.

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

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

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

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

The website for California Department of Industrial Relations Prevailing Wage Unit is currently located at www.dir.ca.gov, prevailing wages are located on the website at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/pwd/index.

htm

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

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

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

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

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

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

Date this 29th day of August, 2023

CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA

Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director/City Engineer

Published: Malibu Times on September 7, 2023 and September 14, 2023

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-23-958419-

SH Order No.: 2303025CAD YOU ARE IN DEFAULT

UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/17/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN

THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): LIBBY TAMI

POUR, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 2/28/2006 as

Instrument No. 06-0433484 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/5/2023 at 10:00 AM

Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $328,188.42 The purported property address is: 28947 THOUSAND OAKS BLVD #201, AGOURA HILLS, CA 91301 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 2048-013-114 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-23-958419-SH. 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 916939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-958419-SH 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 OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date:

QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318

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Notice is given that proposals for Water Truck Services for North County Groups (BRC0000430) will be received by Los Angeles County Public Works, per the instructions listed on the RFP until 5:30pm, Tuesday, September 26, 2023. No Proposers’ Conference will be held. The estimated annual contract amount is $800,000 for each of the two groups, North County Group A and North County Group B. Instructions for accessing the RFP document are available at the following link: http://pw.lacounty.gov/brcd/ servicecontracts or may be mailed to you upon request by calling (626) 458-4199 or TDD at (626) 282-7829. 9/14/23

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SPORTS

Waves freshmen garner preseason appreciation

Men’s tennis player

Winter ranked fifth among newcomers; beach volleyball player Meyers an honorable mention

All-America

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Two rst-year Pepperdine Waves athletes received recognition last week.

Freshman men’s tennis player Edward Winter was ranked fth on the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s Preseason Newcomer Rankings on Sept. 5. Two days later, freshman beach volleyball player Kaydon Meyers was named to the 2023 American Volleyball Coaches Association Junior Beach All-America honorable mention team.

Winter, from Adelaide, Australia, and Meyers, from Scottsdale, Ariz., have yet to hit the playing eld for the Waves. e men’s tennis fall season begins on Sept. 22 with the three-day e Malibu Showdown, and the beach volleyball team’s campaign begins in 2024.

Meyers was one of 22 athletes to be named a AVCA Junior Beach All-American. She placed ninth in the AVAP Nationals twice, fth in the AAU Junior Olympics, fth in the AVP East Coast Championships, fth

in the AVP West Coast Championships, rst in the P1440 Arizona Championships, and second in the BVCA West Coast Pairs Championships.

e freshman was also a member of the RPM beach volleyball team that placed

third at the BVCA Club vs. Club National Championships and Meyers has several gold bracket nishes at the BVCA, AAU, and AVP Nationals.

Winter is the second Pepperdine tennis player in three years to make the ITA Pre-

season Newcomer rankings. He is also the highest-ranked recruit ever under Waves head coach Adam Schaechterle.

Previously, Winter won ve singles titles and was slotted as high as 66 in the ITF junior rankings. Winter downed former

world sixth-rated player Gilles Simon in the qualifying round of the 2022 Australian Open in 2022. He also won his rst 25K ITF World Singles title that year. Winter was the 2022 Australian National Junior Player of the Year.

Waves cross country teams run in Waves Invitational

Men’s team nishes second, women’s team seventh in event at Pepperdine

The Pepperdine Waves men’s cross country team nished in second place at the Waves Invitational on Pepperdine’s campus on Sept. 9.

e running squad was led by senior Johnathan Flint. Flint nished third in the 6K race in 18 minutes and 28.7 seconds. e Waves had six runners nish in the top 20 of the race, which featured participants from UC San Diego, Christian Brothers University, and Loyola Marymount.

e Waves tallied 41 points and had a total team time of 1:34.47. UC San Diego, the race’s

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winner, had a score of 36 with a total team time of 1:34:40.

Pepperdine freshman Dominica Silhol nished eighth with a time of 18:49.2, and sophomore Patrick omas nished 10th with a time of 18:55.3. Graduate student Will Bullock placed 16th with a time of 19:16.0 and Joshua Bergers, a sophomore, had a time of 19:17.7, which earned him 17th place.

e Waves women’s cross country team placed seventh in the nine-team women’s 4K race.

Freshman Lizzy Crawford led the squad with a 10th-place time of 14:06.7. Senior Elle Shrader placed 37th with a time of 14:53.7 and Hannah Bruner, a freshman, had a time of 14:56.5, garnering her 39th place. Freshman Jessica Guardino’s time of 15:03.0 placed her 42nd. Sophomore Abby Winter’s time of 15:09.7 gave her 47th place.

Both Pepperdine running squads will compete in the UC Riverside Invitational on Saturday.

Look at that SMILE!

Ardie, A5553327, loves his humans and all he wants is unconditional love!!!

Upon arrival, staff noticed Ardie was bumping into things and they had a hunch he may be visually impaired. Ardie visited Dr. Erickson from Veterinary Eye Clinic. It was determined that Ardie has severe degenerative retinas, in both eyes. This condition is not reversible.

Ardie is currently on supplements to help slow down his vision loss. At the first sign of possible cataracts, Ardie will need to return to the vet immediately for eye drops. If left untreated, this can develop into painful glaucoma.

Ardie is so special & has so much love to give. A gentle giant who thinks he’s lap dog, loves to snuggle & enjoys sneaking in a smooch or 2.

Ardie would do best in a home with kids middle

The Agoura Shelter is at 29525 Agoura Rd., Agoura Hills. Occasionally pets have already been adopted.

To check availability, call 818-991-0071 or visit animalcare.lacounty.gov

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Paradise Painting

We’re a Family-owned & Operated Painting Contractor business that still has that personal touch. We go the extra mile, from preparing surfaces the right way, to the courtesy of our vetted highly-skilled crew we make sure the job is done right on time.

When it’s done right, paint will protect your property from the elements and last for years to come. When it’s rushed or prepped improperly it can begin to bubble and peel, leaving it once again vulnerable to pests and weather.

The Pepperdine men’s cross country team starts the Waves Invitational race alongside runners from UC San Diego (left) and Christian Brothers University. Pepperdine finished second behind UCSD in the 6K race. Photo by Je Golden

Pepperdine men’s tennis player Edward Winter was ranked fifth on the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s Preseason Newcomer Rankings. Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics

Pepperdine beach volleyball player Kaydon Meyers, going up for a spike here at an AVP event, named to the 2023 American Volleyball Coaches Association Junior Beach All-America honorable mention team.