The Malibu Times • March 16, 2023

A mediation meeting is scheduled for later this week in the ongoing saga of separating Malibu schools from the Santa Monica-Malibu Uni ed School District.

e SMMUSD and the City of Malibu issued a joint announcement last October after nearly two decades of studies, agreements in concept, and legal issues, which suggested that there had been a major breakthrough in the City of Malibu’s quest for separation, which is legally called “uni cation.”

e announcement and an accompanying Term Sheet were issued just days prior to the election of SMMUSD school board members.

Under the Term Sheet, the parties were left to hammer out three major written agreements: a tax revenue sharing agreement, an operational transfer agreement, and a joint powers agreement as part of an exhaustive e ort to effect the complicated process of the

divorce. 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 territories. e October joint statement also 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. When the joint statement was announced last fall, then-Malibu Councilmember, now Mayor Bruce Silverstein told e Malibu Times he didn’t see the Term Sheet “as moving the needle.” By contrast, in the days before the school board election, incumbent board member and Santa Monica resident Jon Kean authored a letter to the editor published at his request in TMT stating Malibu residents should “just accept victory” and that the operational and Joint Powers Agreements yet to be hammered out “are not stumbling blocks.” Kean also stated “the revenue sharing formula … is fully expressed in the agreement.”

e Malibu Times has made repeated attempts to ask Kean to

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A coalition of community and environmental groups, including Malibu For Safe Tech, as one of the petitioners in this suit, recently led a lawsuit against Los Angeles County over new wireless antenna ordinances.

The nonprofit organization Fiber First LA held a press conference last week in East Los Angeles to ask the court for a temporary injunction, pending the resolution of the lawsuit. East LA community organizer

and a founding member of Fiber First LA Brenda Martinez said they are suing the county because of Titles 16 and 22.

“Part of those changes was to remove the right to notify the community, the right to place cell antennas in the public right away, or near homes, school, childcare centers, and so some of the changes were removing the noti cation and the removing appeal,” Martinez said.

is ordinance amends Title 16 — Highways and Title 22 — Planning and Zoning of the Los Angeles County Code to establish regulations for the review and permitting of wireless facilities in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, including in county highways.

e amendment to Title 16 –

Highways will establish permit requirements for small cell fa -

For the past few weeks, longtime local residents, visitors and even celebrities, have been advocating and writing Letters to the Editor to e Malibu Times expressing their

support for e Malibu Farmers Market to remain at Legacy Park.

“ e Malibu Farmers Market has found it’s true home,” American fashion designer Betsey Johnson wrote to e Malibu Times in a Letter to e Editor last week.

“The city of Malibu did an

exceptional job in creating an aesthetically pleasing environment for the market,” Johnson wrote. “ e smiling faces of the vendors and customers make the experience even more delightful. I am writing to request that you continue supporting our Malibu Farmers Market and vote

to City Manager Steve McClary. However, McClary, who is in touch with other city managers said the problem is also “a struggle for other employers in other cities up and down the state.”

unanimously to keep it at Legacy Park. e market has nally found its true home, and it brings so much joy to our community.” e market was originally held at the Malibu Library parking lot, but due to the new Santa Monica

cilities (SCF) and eligible facilities requests (existing qualifying towers and base stations) within county highways, including on county-owned infrastructure; authorize the road commissioner to adopt a design standards checklist and permit conditions that implement the requirements of this chapter; provide for a permit approval process that meets the requirements of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and applicable law; and provide for relocation or removal of SCF for failure to obtain a permit, for failure to comply with applicable law, or upon a determination by the road commissioner of a paramount need of the county to utilize county-owned infrastructure.

e amendment to Title 22 –Planning and Zoning will establish regulations for wireless facili -

It’s not a new problem: employee retention in Malibu for both the private and public sector. Malibu’s more remote location, high cost of living, and frequent canyon or Paci c Coast Highway road closures can be challenging for commuting employees. With City Hall facing a 20 percent employment vacancy, Malibu officials have hired consultants to help nd solutions to keeping a workforce.

Employee retention at City Hall is a “very real problem” according

“ e big challenge here is the distance to travel,” McClary explained. “ e city often loses employees who nd a job closer to home with a similar salary. It’s a di cult job market right now. e time and money it costs to travel back and forth to Malibu will always be a factor for attracting employees whether for the city, private businesses or the school district.”

While acknowledging the problem, McClary was unable to provide data on any turnover rate,

A closer examination by the latest speaker: What factors contribute to Citizen Kane’s

e Malibu City Council met on March 13 for their last virtual meeting, before returning to an in-person and hybrid meeting on March 27.

To start off the meeting, the council received an update on the progress and preparedness for its

return to in-person meetings.

City Clerk Kelsey Pettijohn presented the work plan and directions for public participation, and said the commissions are continuing to meet virtually.

The council is scheduled to review the pilot program on May 22, and Pettijohn said directions for participation may change in the future.

Malibu Deputy City Attorney Christine Wood provided an update on the school separation from Santa

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of social and political unfairness.”

e operating principle of the American democratic experiment is to incrementally build upon progress in a social context that allows for growth in our desire to expand freedom, liberty, and human rights. Expanding these rights to all requires the system’s ability to eliminate injustice. We cannot sleepwalk our way through change, rather we must awaken and take action to implement it.

Rockslide causes closure of Malibu Canyon

Authorities responded to the incident before the rockslide occured; no injuries were reported

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. e important thing is not to stop questioning.” —

Albert Einstein

I remember the rst time I heard the word “woke” in a political context and wondered how it di ered from the more traditional de nition of being awake. In researching the historical maturation of this rather awkward-sounding word, I was surprised that while being hip at the current time, it actually has quite an interesting lineage tracing back 100 years.

e Malibu Community Labor Exchange relocates its trailer and receives a restroom facility e City of Malibu, LA County, and SMC worked together to support MCLE

Elijah Watson, senior news and culture reporter for a hip hop Seattle music station, has de ned the Black American colloquialism as follows, “To be woke is to be Black” as he embarked on a journey six years ago to plot its origins. A short timeline traces back to the Roaring ‘20s when philosopher and social activist Marcus Garvey issued a call to Pan Africanism, calling on Blacks to “wake up.”

In 1938, blues musician Huddle Ledbetter, known as Lead Belly, used the phrase “stay woke” in his song about the Scottsboro Boys, which would render two Supreme Court verdicts that would pave the way for the civil rights movement.

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In 1940, in West Virginia, the Negro United Mine Workers went on strike for equitable pay when a Black union leader intoned “we were asleep. But we will stay woke from now on.”

In 1962 Harlem-based writer William Melvin Kelly wrote an article in the New York Times entitled “If You’re Woke, You Dig It,” while highlighting the phenomenon of Black American slang being appropriated by white people in the Beat generation. In 1972 author Barry Beckham used the word “woke” in his 1972 play “Garvey Lives.”

Former Webster PTA president sings in the Los Angeles Gay Men’s Chorus

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In 2012 #staywoke raised awareness about unjusti ed killings of Black people. In 2014, Black Lives Matter (BLM) used #staywoke as a call to action about police shootings of Blacks. Two years later a BET (Black Entertainment Television) documentary called “Stay Woke” was released and MTV News included “woke” in a list of 10 words teenagers should know.

But what exactly is the de nition for those, particularly those in my aging generation, who may be curious or confused?

e quintessential learning curve towards justice is a seminal hallmark of our democratic system. What distinguishes America is its embrace, even if in a gradual and incremental way, of discovering and propagating growth towards a more equitable society. To be woke, then, in this context would be a willingness of our society to grow and learn to accept the need for tolerance and diversity and to come together in a willing acceptance of the melting pot theory, which has been a feature of our societal growth since the 1780s.

Unfortunately, our current political environment is split over this basic proposition. Republican candidate Nikki Haley weighed in at last week’s Conservative Political Action Conference by decrying wokeness as “a virus more dangerous than any pandemic, hands down.”

Potential Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has let it be known that Florida is “where woke goes to die.”

Another potential Republican presidential candidate, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, staked his victory on railing against teaching inclusive history in public schools. Can eliminating curricula that encourages our children to think and exercise their skills at argumentation and debate be a good thing for future generations? Banning books refutes such progress; can burning books be far behind?

A recently released USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll found that 56 percent of Americans say that woke means “to be informed, educated on, and aware of social injustices …yet 39 percent of those surveyed agree with the Republican de nition which asserts wokeness “to be overly politically correct and police others’ words.”

e raging battle over cancel culture, critical race theory, transgender rights, human rights, racism (both actual and systematic), worker’s rights, and other injustices will require opening our collective minds to civil debate and vigorous discussion.

What is “socially woke”?

e dictionary de nition is “aware of social problems such as racism and inequality.” Sounds good! But wait, no one espouses racism or inequality, and the radical left has rede ned what those mean.

According to Ali Hodge, education and equity writer, a white teacher (only white ones, mind you) making an inadvertent mistake in pronouncing the name of a nonwhite student, is racist. “Microaggressions”, introduced by Dr. Chester Pierce in the 1960s, have evolved into an intimidating litany of forbidden statements.

Don’t ask someone where they are from, that’s racist. A teacher saying, “If you want to succeed, all you have to do is make an e ort,” is racist according to leftists, because the teacher isn’t “acknowledging the inherent privileges of white students” according to Healthline Magazine.

ey even label the statement “Skin color doesn’t matter. We’re all people.” as a “microinvalidation.” You read that right: stating that race should be irrelevant is itself racist.

Apparently the “woke” crowd wants us to revisit that famous “I Have a Dream” speech by Dr. King, where he envisioned a society that was colorblind and all children would be judged by the content of their character, as opposed to the color of their skin. is January, after being rightfully mocked and ridiculed, Stanford University took down its “Elimination of Harmful Language” website. Pity, it had so many insights to the madness of the ultra-sensitive; for example, don’t say

“American” but rather “U.S. citizen,” to avoid insinuating we are the most important country in the Americas. Don’t say “master list” because masters enslaved people. Don’t write a “white paper” because that term is subconsciously racialized.

In July 2022, Berkeley Law professor Khiara Bridges chastised Senator Josh Hawley at a judiciary hearing as “transphobic” because he stated that only women can have babies. ink it’s just semantics? Last year Senate Democrats rejected verbiage in maternal and infant-related programs that only women can get pregnant. Gender uidity refers to a person changing over time their “gender expression.” Biological males, for instance can identify as female. If you are “woke” you must accept that declaration as a scienti c fact.

Accordingly, if your daughter, who has trained since early childhood as, say, a swimmer or runner, has to compete against a biological male for a college scholarship, you are “transphobic” should you complain. It begs the question; why have women’s/men’s sports at all? If biological gender is a cultural myth subject to the whim of an individual’s decision, why di erentiate?

It’s all very confusing. Washington state decided to allow people to choose which locker room to shower in based on what gender they had decided on. Yet, locally, Darren Merager, a registered sex o ender, was charged with indecent exposure for exposing his male genitalia in the Wi Spa in Westlake. e Los Angeles Times reported that “she” was being charged with felonies. e “woke” demand compliance.

Fifth Circuit appellate Judge Stuart Duncan refused to use a transgender’s preferred pronouns in a child-pornography case in 2020. Accordingly, last week, he was shouted down by 100 woke activists during an invitation speech at Stanford and had to be escorted o campus by federal marshals. ese thought and speech police are having real e ects. is year, 26-yearold James Tubbs pleaded guilty of

molesting a 10-year-old girl two weeks before he was 18. Tubbs began identifying as female after being taken into custody, and leftist District Attorney George Gascon refused to try Tubbs as an adult. Judge Mario Barrera had no choice but to sentence Tubbs to only two years, in juvenile hall. is 26-year-old convicted child molester with a beard was sent to a facility full of juvenile girls. ink about it. Once radicals embrace the premise that we are hopelessly, systemically racist, anything can be justied, including reverse overt racist policies. Congressional Democrats wrote a clause in the “American Rescue Plan” providing debt relief to farmers based on their ethnicity. Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf guaranteed COVID relief money to “people of color” but impoverished whites don’t qualify. Coca-Cola required diversity training demanding employees be “less white.” Colleges now have racially segregated dorms. Critical Race eory is taught to third-grade children, designating white people as inherent oppressors. Math, English grammar, and science courses are labeled racist by the woke crowd.

e Oregon Department of Education states “White supremacy manifests itself in a focus on nding the right answer and demanding students show their work.” e California Department of Education wants to eliminate high school gifted programs because Asian students are over-represented. e examples of overt rampant discrimination could ll pages. Our dream of a colorblind meritocracy is withering, dying under the loving yoke of American’s commitment to right the wrongs of the past, while ironically creating new social wrongs of today.

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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Merriam-Webster dictionary de nes “woke” as “aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice).” Cambridge Dictionary de nes woke as being “aware, especially of social problems such as racism and social inequality.” Collins English Dictionary o ers

“someone who is woke is very aware

We shall either teach our children to be empathetic, understanding, and open to change which embraces diversity and di erences of opinion, or stoke the res of hatred that will further divide us to the detriment of not only this nation but the world. Wokeness should not be viewed as dangerous but rather as a healthy appreciation of the need to accept di erences among us.

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.

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Malibu’s Dick van Dyke

Dear Editor,

Letters to the Editor

Community Services Department event showcases the creativity and expressions of Malibu children *Letters to the Editor may not re ect the view, opinion and/or ethics of the e Malibu Times. ey are however, letters from the people of Malibu. We support your right to express your opinion. Read "Write to Us" to submit your letter today.

In “Malibu’s Dick van Dyke stuns audience …” [Malibu Times article on Feb. 23], Judy Abel gives the impression that Dick Van Dyke is “ever-entertaining,” cheerful, and a kind person with a wonderful sense of humor. I have met Dick Van Dyke, and I can tell you what he is really like: It’s all true.

I met Dick Van Dyke about 10 years ago at a Starbucks in Malibu. I was waiting in line and overheard a conversation between Mr. Van Dyke and his friends seated at a nearby table. Van Dyke was commenting on how di cult the dance scenes were in the lms he did

and how much work they took. I was close enough to make a comment: “Mr. Van Dyke, yes, they were hard work, but it was worth it. You were magni cent. e big dance scene from ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ was the best dancing I have ever seen in my life.”

Van Dyke got up from his seat, came up next to me, put his hand on my shoulder, and said, “I like you. Tell me more. Come sit with us.” After a very pleasant few minutes of conversation, I decided not to overstay my welcome and left, feeling acknowledged and wonderful. e best “thank you” I have ever experienced.

Stephen Krashen, Malibu

Michael Chaldu

Evan Rodda, Neil Schumaker, Jen Rodman, Anthony Atkins

Devon Meyers, Julie Ellerton

Jimy Tallal, Judy Abel, McKenzie Jackson, Burt Ross, and Emmanuel Luissi

Mary Abbott, Anthony McDemas, Dorie Leo, and

Kaleb Rich-Harris

“I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong.” — Abraham Lincoln

SIRENS

The following incidents were reported between:

FEB 16 - FEB 22

2/16 | Petty eft

A package was stolen from a property on Mansie Road and a rst edition of a Dr. Seuss book worth $1,086 was stolen. ere were no security cameras available for evidence.

2/17 | Grand eft

A pair of golf clubs worth $3,000 was stolen from a vehicle parked on Paci c Coast Highway. e victim said they left their vehicle unlocked. ere were no security cameras available for evidence.

2/17 | Grand eft

Two electric bicycles worth $1,500 each were stolen from a property on Tuna Canyon. ere were no security cameras available for evidence. e victim believed he saw the bicycles on sale on Craigslist and sent the website to the deputies to further investigate.

2/19 | Grand eft

A vehicle parked near Malibu Lagoon was broken into and ransacked. e victim said she went sur ng and forgot she left her Tesla unlocked and upon return, two iPhones, a wallet, and $400 in cash was stolen from the vehicle. ere were no security cameras available for evidence.

2/22 | Grand eft

A vehicle parked near Carbon Beach was broken into and a catalytic converter worth $1,500 was stolen. ere were no security cameras available for evidence.

Explore the City of Malibu’s spring recreation o erings in the Recreation Guide and Newsletter

The City of Malibu’s Spring 2023 Recreation Guide and City Newsletter is available on malibucity.org and was mailed to Malibu residents the week of Feb. 6. e guide features the city’s many excellent programs and parks, and includes informative articles and contact information for city departments and services.

“ e educational, sports, artistic and cultural programs, camps, and other events the City o ers to the public are a bene t to the health and well-being of our community,” said Mayor Bruce Silverstein.

“I encourage all our residents to review the Recreation Guide and join one or more of our varied programs this spring.”

Residents can nd information for upcoming spring programs offered March through May, including afterschool programs, aquatics, outdoor recreation at Charmlee Wilderness Park, Parent and Me programs, senior programs and excursions, Spring Break Surf and Skate Camp, youth sports, Park Tales, and the 23rd Annual Chumash Day Native American Powwow and Intertribal Gathering.

For ongoing, up-to-date information on Community Services programs, visit http://www.malibucity.org/aquatics, http://www. malibucity.org/daycamps, https:// malibucity.org/337/Community-Programs, and http://www. malibucity.org/sports.

Malibu Library Speaker Series with Dr. Ian Jukes on March 21

is month’s Malibu Library Speaker Series features Dr. Ian Jukes discussing the core learning attributes of digital learners. Dr. Jukes is a former classroom teacher who has written or co-written 27 books and educational lectures. His talk, “Reinventing Learning for the Always-on Generation,” examines the new entry skills students need to succeed in a digitally infused working environment. An RSVP is required to attend the free event at the Malibu Library on March 21 at 7 p.m. For more information and to RSVP, call the Malibu Library at (310) 4566438 or visit the Speaker Series webpage at malibucity.org/722/ Malibu-Library-Speaker-Series.

City receives three interim shelter beds to help e orts to address homelessness in Malibu

NEWS BRIEFS

ree interim shelter bed units for people experiencing homelessness in Malibu became available on Feb. 28 at e People Concern’s Turning Point facility in Santa Monica. e interim shelter beds, funded by a Los Angeles County Measure H grant through the Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Governments, were proposed by e People Concern as a response to a Request for Proposals issued by the city for interim shelter beds in September 2022. e purpose is to provide a safer sleeping option for people experiencing homelessness. It also assists by reducing the risk of res associated with homeless encampments in the city’s re-prone hillsides. e shelter beds will temporarily house people experiencing homelessness in the city through a referral-based process carried out in partnership with the city’s Homeless Outreach Team ( e People Concern), the Los Angeles County Sheri ’s Department, and city sta . When a unit becomes vacant, it provides deputies with an additional enforcement tool for the city’s camping ordinance. Additionally, the interim shelter beds support the city’s Homeless Outreach Team in getting people o the street and into eventual permanent housing. For more information, please contact Public Safety Liaison Luis Flores at (310) 456-2489, ext. 236 or l ores@malibucity.org.

Ca einated verse poetry program set for March 18

Join Malibu Poet Laureate Ann Buxie for Ca einated Verse Saturday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at the Malibu Library. Hear readings of original pieces written by local poets and bring a poem of your own to read during the open mic session. e city’s free poetry workshops are o ered in partnership with the Malibu Library, the Malibu Poet Laureate Committee, and the Malibu Arts Commission, and provide an opportunity for community members to engage and educational opportunities to nd expression through poetry with a renowned local poet. For more information, visit the Poetry webpage.

Public hearing on temporary use permit ordinance scheduled for March 20

e Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to update regulations related to Temporary Use Permits (TUPs), and to consider the recommendations made by the Zoning Ordinances Revision and Code Enforcement Subcommittee (ZORACES) on Monday, March 20. For details, see hearing notice at malibucity. org. e sta report will be available on the website in advance.

On Dec. 13, 2021, City Council

directed sta to prepare a Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) and to hold hearings before ZORACES and the Planning Commission before presenting a nal ordinance to the City Council. ZORACES held two meetings on the ZTA on April 14 and Oct. 12, 2022, and made its recommendations. Once the commission’s recommendations are nalized, the item will be scheduled for a City Council public hearing.

City Council to begin hybrid, in-person, and remote format starting March 27

e City Council will begin holding meetings in a hybrid in-person and remote format starting Monday, March 27, as Los Angeles County continues the trend of low COVID-19 conditions. e council directed the city’s commissions, committees and boards to continue meeting virtually. Instructions on participating in hybrid council meetings will be included on the meeting agendas and posted on the Virtual Meetings webpage. e hybrid meetings will take place in-person at Malibu City Hall, located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, and will be simultaneously held remotely using the Zoom Webinar tool. Public comment can be made during the meetings either in-person or in the remote meeting. Written comments may also be sent to the City Council at CityCouncil@MalibuCity.org.

e city will continue to broadcast council meetings live on Malibu City TV Channel 3, and live and on-demand on the website and the City’s YouTube channel. To sign up to receive noti cations by text message or email whenever a meeting agenda is posted or changed, visit the E-notify webpage, scroll down to “Agenda Center,” and select the desired meeting. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any member of the public who needs special assistance to participate in an in-person meeting at Malibu City Hall may contact Environmental Sustainability Director/Building O cial Yolanda Bundy at (310) 456-2489, ext. 229. Noti cation 48 hours prior to a meeting will enable the city to make reasonable ADA accommodations. Requests to show an audio or video presentation during a council meeting should be directed to Media Analyst Alex Montano at (310) 456-2489, ext. 227 or amontano@malibucity.org by 12 p.m. the day of the meeting.

Mid-Year Financial Report

Assistant City Manager Joe Toney presented the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Financial Status Report to the City Council on Feb. 27. Toney reported that

OBITUARIES

Elspeth, Sheila, and Cathy.

In the 1960’s Ellie moved to Los Angeles. California, where she worked with Pace Magazine. ere she met Robert Nickerson, a Nebraskan and World War II veteran, marrying him in 1967. Together they raised two children, Andrew and Patricia, in Paci c Palisades. Robert worked in commercial real estate, and Ellie taught piano for 40 years, also getting her associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Santa Monica College in 1992.

the city’s nances continued to be in excellent shape. e city’s nances bene tted in several ways, including increased revenues due to property tax adjustments by the county; increased revenues from permits and nes; increases in Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) and sales tax revenues; and higher beach parking lot revenues. Toney discussed the FY 2023-24 Budget schedule: in March, General Fund Grant applications are due; in April, the council will hold a special meeting to receive the proposed budget; in May, the Administration & Finance Subcommittee will hold a public hearing to review the proposed budget and General Fund Grants; in June, the City Council will adopt a nal budget. For more information about the Mid-Year Financial Report, watch the video on YouTube (youtube.com/watch?v=oVwwlwbatmQ&t=15504s, starts at 4:18:24) or see the sta report.

For more information about the city’s budget, including past Budgets, visit the webpage at malibucity.org.

Call made for submissions to the Community Poetry Anthology by April 2

“All Breathing ings” is the 2023 Community Poetry Anthology theme, and local authors are encouraged to submit poems or prose focusing on the wonder of belonging to Earth’s family. Submit up to three works for consideration by April 2. Submissions will only be accepted online. Selected work will be printed in a community anthology available this summer. Submit work and find additional details on the Malibu Arts Commission website.

Elspeth Ann (Young) Nickerson was born May 23rd, 1928, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, to Norman Young and Grace (Moody) Young. Together they raised four children; Christopher,

In 1997 Robert and Ellie moved to Malibu, CA, where she continued to teach piano and joined St. Aidan’s Parish. Ellie enjoyed her garden, playing piano, was active in her church, and adored her grand-

son Trevor, born in 2005.

Ellie passed on January 28th, 2023, with her children by her side.

Ellie was predeceased by her husband Robert in 2003, her parents, and all of her siblings.

She is survived by children Andrew and Patricia, daughter-in-law Wendy, grandson Trevor, brotherin-law Seumas, and an extended family of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Aiden’s Episcopal Church on March 18th at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of owers, kindly make a charitable contribution to St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 28211 Paci c Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265

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

e Malibu Times

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

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

thu mar 16

PARENT AND ME

Park Tales (ages 2-5) will be held at Malibu Blu s Park from 10 to 11 a.m. Admission is free. e Somewhere Over the Rainbow Gold Hunt and Hop Around the Park events will be held on April 6. To learn more and upcoming city events, visit malibucity.org.

fri mar 17

CLASSICAL GUITAR CONCERT AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY

e Pepperdine Guitar Department presents a concert featuring musicians studying with world-renowned classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening. A variety of works are presented in both solo and ensemble settings. On Friday, March 17, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the meeting room.

sat mar 18

MORNING HIKE AT CHARMLEE

WILDERNESS PARK

e morning is the best time of day to view insects, birds, and many other members of the chaparral ecosystem. Discover the wildlife and learn about unique native plants that call the Santa Monica Mountain region home. Terrain can be uneven, and participants will walk uphill to view the vast acreage of the park. Registration is required. Hike is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Charmlee Wilderness Park. Visit

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malibucity.org for more info information. sat mar18

CAFFEINATED VERSE

Ca einated Verse (Open Mic Poetry Readings) will be held on March 18 and May 20, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Malibu Library. To see more and upcoming city events visit malibucity.org.

SAT Mar 18 -19

POINT MUGU AIR SHOW

e U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will be joined by the U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron, the underbirds, as co-headliners for the 2023 Point Mugu Air Show March 18-19, at Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC), Point Mugu. Free admission and free parking is available. Gates open at 8 a.m. daily. Honors/ national anthem at 10 a.m. Performances begin at noon.

sun mar 19

PAWS UP ANIMAL RESCUE

EVENT

Looking to adopt? Come by the Malibu Farmers Market

Sunday, March 19, for the

Paws Up animal rescue event. From puppies to seniors, become a lucky pet’s forever home. e market is back to its regular hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit us on our Instagram @ malibufarmersmarket. e

Malibu Farmers Market is located at 23555 Civic Center Way, in Legacy Park.

Tue Mar 21

MALIBU LIBRARY SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. IAN JUKES is month’s Malibu Library

Speaker Series features Dr. Ian Jukes discussing the core learning attributes of digital learners. Dr. Jukes is a former classroom teacher who has written or co-written 27 books and educational lectures. His talk, “Reinventing Learning for the Always-on Generation,” examines the new entry skills students need to succeed in a digitally infused working environment. An RSVP is required to attend the free event at the Malibu Library on March 21, 7 p.m. For more information and to RSVP, call the Malibu Library (310) 456-6438 or visit the Speaker Series webpage at malibucity.org/722/MalibuLibrary-Speaker-Series.

Thu Mar 23

MUSIC TOGETHER FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS

Families will sing, move, and play child-friendly instruments together with early childhood music education specialist Cheryl Lev. For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers. “Music Together” is a national awardwinning parent-child music and movement program. At e Malibu Library from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Meeting Room.

Thu Mar 23

TEENS CREATE MONTH: CLAY

FORMING

Celebrate Teens Create Month by using your creativity and imagination to design a masterpiece out of modeling clay. Learn about library resources you can use to discover the history of clay and its many uses. For ages 13-17. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. On ursday, March 23 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

sat mar 25-26

TOPANGA ACTORS COMPANY

Enjoy an afternoon of theater and the opportunity to meet the Topanga Actors Company cast at e Malibu Library community room on March 25 and 26 at 2 p.m. Established in 2015 Topanga Actors Company is widely recognized in neighborhood Topanga Canyon for its innovatively staged readings of carefully selected contemporary plays and ne acting. A stage reading of famed playwright Wendy Wasserstein’s nal play with Woodson Bull III, but you can call him “ ird.” Professor Laurie Jameson is another member of the “walking red state.” Wasserstein’s drama/ comedy features a gargantuan struggle between a college student and his professor, all taking place in the America of the pivotal years 2002/2003. e reading is sponsored by Malibu Library and LA County Library. For more info, email topangaactorscompany@ theatercompany.org

sun mar 26

PEP WILLIAMS ART EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION

e Malibu Arts Commission is pleased to showcase artist Pep Williams at the Malibu City Gallery located at Malibu City Hall. e opening reception is Sunday, March 26, at noon. Meet Pep, see his amazing work, and celebrate with complimentary food and beverages. e reception includes a live musical performance by A Call 2Peace. An RSVP is not required. Pep’s work will be displayed at the Malibu City Gallery from March 27 to May 5. e Gallery is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

tue mar 28

AFTERSCHOOL DANCE PROGRAMS

Programs for grades TK-5 to be held March 28 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Webster Elementary School, and on March 30 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Malibu Elementary School. Fee is $25. To see more and upcoming city events visit, malibucity.org.

sat apr 1-2

23RD ANNUAL CHUMASH DAY

e City of Malibu will host the 23rd Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering at Malibu Blu s Park (24250 Paci c Coast Hwy) on Saturday, April 1, 2023 and Sunday, April 2, 2023. e community is encouraged to attend the festive cultural

celebration honoring Malibu’s original residents and First Americans, the Chumash. e all day event is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Thu apr 6

BRICK BUILDERS CLUB

Enjoy a monthly event at the Malibu Library for a creative play with bricks. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver. e library will provide the bricks, you bring the ideas and imagination. Participants can build freely or participate in a fun building challenge. On ursday, April 6, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the meeting room.

sun apr 9

EASTER EGG HUNT AT THE MALIBU FARMERS MARKET

Fun, Farmers, Food, Music and an Easter Egg Hunt at the Malibu Farmers Market. At Legacy Park on Sunday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

ONGOING

JOHNNY CASH: AT FOLSOM AND SAN QUENTIN EXHIBIT AT PEPPERDINE e symposium “Faith, Reconciliation, and Flourishing: A Symposium on Prison Reform” is part of a Grammy Museum-sponsored exhibit on “Johnny Cash: At Folsom and San Quentin,” featuring photographs by Jim Marshall. e 23 photographs are of Cash’s legendary prison concerts in 1968 and 1969. e photographs will be on display at the Payson Library Exhibit Gallery on the Malibu campus through April 9.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION SITTING GROUP

e Malibu Mindfulness

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

EMBELLISHMENT WORKSHOPS

Get your creative juices owing! In this class, you will design, paint, and embellish a variety of

unique crafts. All supplies are included. Each participant will go home with a piece to share with friends and family.

Adults must accompany children under 12. Instructed by Craft Bar at Malibu Blu s Park. (Daylight Savings) Clocks – March 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. $25 per workshop. To see more and upcoming city events visit, malibucity.org.

BALLET

Develop better posture and improve balance, exibility, and circulation during this onehour class. Class is ursdays from 9 to 10 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.

BROADWAY JAZZ DANCE

Enter stage right to the senior center’s new dance program. e class will consist of jazz warm-ups and stretches, followed by routines. Every dance taught will be straight from a Broadway musical. Instructed by Ann Monahan. Class is ursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Michael Landon Community Center. No experience is necessary. Register for the month or pay a $5 dropin 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 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.

PILATES

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

SENIOR STRETCH AND STRENGTH

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

SILVER FOX WALK

Sta will guide participants on a walk through a Malibu park while discussing native plants and animals. ese walks are a distance of 1.5 miles with primarily gravel terrain. RSVP is required the Friday before the walk at (310) 456-2489 ext. 357. On March 21 at Malibu Blu s Park; on April 18 at Legacy Park, and on May 16 at Zuma Beach Trail. From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 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.

Public Works Commission reviews Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan

Don Maclay welcomed as commissioner and report received on landslide maintenance districts

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

e Public Works Commission held its monthly meeting and received an update on the FiveYear Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2028 and an update and le report on City’s Landslide Maintenance Districts.

To start o the meeting, Don Maclay was welcomed to the panel and Commissioner Scott Dittrich was nominated as chair and Jo Drummond as vice chair.

Public Works Director Rob DeBoux provided an update on the storm conditions and an update on the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 20232028.

Commissioner Mica Belzberg raised her concern on the Trancas Creek Bridge project and asked if Caltrans can at least re-strip the lanes.

“ e lanes are really challenging to see, I live down there and it’s really, really bad,” Belzberg said. “ at’s the least they can do, re-strip the lanes and there’s people riding their bikes and there’s just a lot going on.”

On PCH between Guernsey Avenue and Trancas Canyon Road, signs have been posted in the construction zone and the speed limit has been reduced to 30 MPH.

Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists are advised to proceed with caution, and watch for vehicles, equipment staging.

e two 12-foot tra c lanes, bike lanes, separate pedestrian lanes and 10-foot shoulders on both sides. North and southbound tra c will be separated by a 6-foot median. Completion was originally scheduled for summer 2024.

DeBoux said he’s constantly asking Caltrans to re-stripe the lanes and will be meeting with Caltrans to address those concerns.

Drummond asked for an update on the telecommunications tower.

“If we decide to put it on our work plan then the City Council approves it, then it can have that added layer of protection so that way something like the Santa

Monica College tower doesn’t happen again,” Drummond said. “I just wanted to know if that would still be a possibility for us to vote on in future meetings.”

DeBoux said they will discuss the tower during sta assignments in the next commission meeting.

Belzberg also asked for an update on the permanent skate park and DeBoux said they have been in contact with the Community Service Department and said they have been nalizing the plans and hope to bring them to the planning department sometime in April.

“ at’s an exciting project and we’re looking forward to get that one going,” DeBoux said.

DeBoux provided an update on the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 20232028 and asked the commission for any additional proposed projects they can work on.

Big Rock Drive Pedestrian Walkway

is project consists of a pedestrian walkway along Big Rock Drive allowing residents to walk in their neighborhood safely and

children to walk to and from the bus stop at the bottom of Big Rock Drive and Paci c Coast Highway.

Encinal Canyon Road

60-inch Storm Drain Repairs is project consists of repairing a 60-inch storm drain piping on Encinal Canyon Road. is project was identi ed as part of the Storm Drain Master Plan.

Las Flores Canyon Road Drainage Improvements is project includes repairing the drainage on Las Flores Canyon Road.

Citywide Asphalt Concrete Berms Repairs is project will include repairing asphalt concrete berms throughout the city limits.

Charmlee Park Renovations is project consists of replacing the Nature Center’s roll-up door, windows, and roof.

Legacy Park Renovations is project will consist of refurbishing the wooden benches and repainting the metal arbors.

Blu s and Equestrian Park Roof Replacement Project

This project will consists of replacing existing roofs at the Michael Landon Center at Blu s Park, and at the Equestrian Park.

Legacy Park Irrigation Renovations

This project will consist of renovating the existing irrigation system at Malibu Legacy Park. e project will also consist of connecting the recycled waterline to a portion of the irrigation system. e commission moved on to receive an update on the landslide maintenance assessments districts. e city manages the mainte -

nance and monitoring of three (3)

landslide assessment districts: Big Rock, Calle Del Barco and Malibu Road. ese landslide assessment districts contain various groundwater dewatering equipment, monitoring equipment, and maintenance and reporting activities that contribute to the stability of the existing landslide areas.

The city’s maintenance and monitoring consultant, Yeh and Associates, recently completed the Geologist Annual Report for each landslide district and will update the Commission on the following items:

• Ongoing maintenance and monitoring activities that were

included in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Geologist Annual Report.

Capital Improvement projects proposed in the current scal year.

• Rainfall data, groundwater levels, dewatering production, and slope inclinometer interpretations from recent storm events.

e Annual Geologist Annual Reports for all three (3) landslide districts are posted and available to view on the city’s website at https://www.malibucity.org/408/ Assessment-Districts.

e next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 22.

On PCH between Guernsey Avenue and Trancas Canyon Road, signs have been posted in the construction zone and the speed limit has been reduced to 30 MPH. Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists are advised to proceed with caution, and watch for vehicles, equipment staging.

Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT

LOCAL NEWS

Malibu Search and Rescue responds to vehicle over the side on Las Flores

The driver, who SAR said swerved to avoid a co ote, su ered minor injuries in the Sunday morning incident

e Malibu Search and Rescue responded to a vehicle over the side on Las Flores on Sunday, March 12. e incident occurred early in the morning. Malibu SAR said the driver swerved to avoid a coyote.

e Los Angeles Sheri ’s Department and LA County Fire Department also responded to the incident. e victim su ered minor injuries. When an animal runs out in front of their vehicle, many drivers rst reaction may be

to swerve to avoid it —don’t. Swerving can cause you to lose control, drive o the road into the ditch, or across oncoming lanes.

SAR Team Leader and Public Informa-

tion O cer David Katz said over the years they have had several cars go over the side of cli s on narrow mountain roads, and the drivers state they swerved to avoid a coyote,

but they can’t con rm that in every case.

“We’ve never actually witnessed this as being the case so we can’t verify if that’s actually what happened, and we are usually

a bit skeptical about this explanation given the lack of skid marks consistent with avoiding an animal,” Katz said. “But, if the choice is an accident on a narrow canyon road vs hitting the animal, the choice to most would be clear. Avoid the accident by all means necessary. In this particular incident, the driver was extremely lucky to walk away with only minor injuries as the vehicle ipped multiple times down a steep cli .”

e Malibu Search and Rescue is an all-volunteer organization comprised of the Los Angeles County Sheri ’s Department Reserve Deputy Sheri , civilian volunteer specialists, and incident support personnel.

e MSAR jurisdiction is 187 square miles of the Santa Monica Mountains from the Los Angeles/Ventura County line to Paci c Palisades, the east face of the Santa Susana Mountains, and the contract cities of Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Malibu, Calabasas, and Hidden Hills. ey can also be sent anywhere in Los Angeles County to assist other LASD teams.

Malibu Arts Commission addresses Malibu Arts Center results

Commissioners propose to name the Malibu Arts Center after longtime resident and actor Dick Van Dyke

The Malibu Arts Commission reviewed the Malibu Arts Center survey results on Feb. 28 and received 512 responses; 441 responses were from Malibu residents; 383 were from full-time

Malibu residents; 51 percent were from individuals over the age of 60.

The survey was collected from Dec. 6 through Feb. 6. Ninety-five percent of responses want an arts center in Malibu. Eighty-six percent want a theatre/auditorium; 78 percent want a film and screen; 71 percent want an art gallery; 65 percent want an event space; and 52 percent want an art studio.

As for operating the arts center, 214 respondents were in favor of a nonprofit with board members; 194 of respondents were in favor of the city with

oversight by the commission.

Acting Community Service Director Kristin Riesgo said the next step would be to provide a recommendation to City Council and hope to add their 2023-2024 work plan.

Riesgo said City Council will have a special meeting on March 22 and will review work plan prioritizes.

Malibu Arts Commissioner Vice Chair Fireball Tim Lawrence said he has spoken to City Council members Doug Stewart and Paul Grisianti and said in an effort to encourage an arts center, he proposes to name the

arts center after longtime Malibu resident and actor Dick Van Dyke.

“I think that this could solidify the direction and the desire for the community to have this and that’s to attach Dick Van Dyke’s name to the Arts Center,” Lawrence said. “I don’t think there’s a person on the plant that doesn’t love what Dick has done in his career and what he has done for this community in many ways.”

Commissioners agreed with naming the Arts Center after him.

During public comment, Planning Commissioner John Mazza addressed the survey and said

Planning consultations and rebuild resources

The Fire Rebuild team is available Monday through Friday at City Hall for complimentary one-on-one consultations about any fire rebuild project. Contact Aakash Shah at ashah@malibucity.org to set an appointment for a meeting by phone or online. For ideas about how to get started with your project, as well as numerous handouts, forms and resources, visit the Rebuild webpage at Malibucity.org/rebuilds.

Night-time lane closure on PCH from Big Rock to Tuna Canyon

The right northbound and southbound lanes of PCH will

the survey doesn’t cover the entire Malibu population.

“We can’t force people to do the survey, we can’t control how many people do it, the best we can do as a commission, is put out there a general what it is that people want, and the response that we got is not from everybody, but we can’t move forward without anything, there’s no way to do a survey and get everyone’s opinion in Malibu,” Lawrence said. “We’re a Hollywood town that has no theater, no movie theatre — none of that, and we want to bring that back; and we felt that putting out a survey was a smart direction to go.”

be closed from Big Rock Drive to Tuna Canyon Road weekdays, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., through approximately March 23 for Southern California Gas Company gas line repair work. e work is required to enable Caltrans to proceed with slope restoration work on the coastal side of PCH south of Big Rock Drive. Crews will replace and relocate two steel gas lines, requiring digging a trench that will be covered by a steel plate during the day. Some daytime work may be required. Residents and businesses near the work site may notice noise, vibrations and dust. Be sure to check Quickmaps, LA County Public Works road closures map or other apps or websites for trafc information before getting on the road.

Night-time lane closures on PCH in various locations for pavement

Mazza said the Arts Commission needs to push the proposal and get “general acceptance.”

Commissioner Julia Holland said the survey was an initial survey until the council does a real survey.

“I know I was admin about it but I said ‘let’s just do one,’ just to get the conversation out there and get peoples awareness and I feel like we accomplished that,” Holland said.

For staff updates, Riesgo said the upcoming items include the City Council’s review of the commission’s mid-year report and commission assessments for fiscal year 2023-2024.

Caltrans’ closure of one lane of PCH at various locations from Malibu Lagoon Bridge to Corral Canyon Road in Malibu for nighttime pavement repair work began March 13 and will continue through late May. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. e schedule is weather-permitting and subject to change. e project involves removing and replacing damaged pavement and installing new lane striping, which will increase the life of the roadway and provide a smoother ride. Residents and businesses in the vicinity can expect noise, dust, and lights. Changeable message signs will be in place. Caltrans will post updates on Twitter at @CaltransDist7. ose without a Twitter account can see the information online at https://twitter.com/caltransdist7. Please drive cautiously, and watch for workers and work vehicles in and around the roadway. Under California law, tra c nes are doubled in construction zones.

Coastal activist Sara Wan to receive prestigious 2023 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award for Environmental Advocacy

Parks and Recreation Commission reviews the Community Services Department monthly report

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

To start o the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on ursday, Feb. 23, commissioners reviewed the Community Services Department monthly report, received an update on the earth-friendly management policy, and voted to honor the late coastal activist Sara Wan with the 2023 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award.

e Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award is presented annually to recognize those outstanding individuals or groups who give their time and resources to enhance the quality of recreation programs within the Malibu community. Past recipients of this award have demonstrated a commitment and involvement in addressing some aspect of recreation in Malibu, and in doing so demonstrated the highest level of citizenship, making a lasting contribution

to the community. Wan served on the board of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) from 1996 to 2011 and acted as the chair of the commission twice. She was a member of the Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission and co-founded the Western Alliance for Nature, a land conservancy.

She combatted large developmental projects on the beaches of Malibu as well as fought for the rights to keep public access to beaches. She was an expert in habitat and wetland issues, marine mammal issues, water quality and coastal land use and planning.

e Sara Wan trailhead at Corral Canyon (next to Malibu Seafood) was also dedicated to Wan by the SMMC in 2009.

Wan was a Malibu resident since 1986 and was a proponent for the incorporation of Malibu as a city.

Wan passed away last year on Sept. 3, at the age of 83.

“Sara was a really remarkable person, she left this place better than it was when she arrived and she fought tirelessly till her

ties on private property in the unincorporated areas of the county and associated provisions to provide a land use review and permit approval process that meets the requirements imposed by the FCC and other applicable law. It will establish standards to regulate the placement, design, and aesthetics of wireless facilities to minimize visual and physical impacts to surrounding properties; create streamlined permitting procedures for the installation, operation, and modi cation of wireless facilities while protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of county residents; require conditional use permits for macro-wireless facilities that do not meet development standards or require a waiver for special circumstances; and help facilitate the provision of equitable, high-quality wireless communications service infrastructure to serve the current and future needs of the county’s residents, visitors, businesses, and local governments.

Martinez said citizens have the right to voice their concerns about their health, safety, and their future.

“ eir future is fundamental to American democracy,” Martinez said. “ e LA Board of Supervisors has clearly put the interests of giant telecoms ahead of the interests of the people they’re supposed to represent. ere’s no other reason to take away the right of people in our community to be heard.”

“People will be exposed to cumulative radiation; instead of just being close to one of them, you’re going to be close to three, four, ve of them or even a hundred,” Martinez said.

During the LA County Board and Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 10, members of the public argued that the amendments will increase health, safety, and re risk.

Martinez attended that in-person meeting and said the cellphone service provider Verizon did not inform the community about the cellphone installation in her community in East LA.

“We believe many of those signatures are questionable, since many of those comments were petitioners and they submitted public comments that they did not sign that petition,” Martinez said. “Also Verizon is not community-oriented, they removed our group of children, parents, and grandparents from our community garden to place a cellphone tower and they did not have a CPU and brought

last day on earth,” Commissioner Suzanne Guldimann said. “She’s just a really an exceptional human being and we were really luck to have had her in this community.”

Guldimann said her husband Larry would be very much touched to have her honored and commemorated this way.

e commission voted to honor Wan with the 2023 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award.

For public comment, Malibu resident and retired professional soccer player Rodney Wallace is involved with the AYSO team in Malibu and asked the commission how they can open a sports facility in Malibu.

“I won [an] MLS [championship in] Portland and went to the World Cup in Costa Rica, so I know what community means and I know what it means to win as a group, and I think that we have a special chance here to also win within sports, within the community and recreation and I think the kids need a place to get together, nd structure and play,” Wallace said. “I’m just really grateful to be a part of this, but if we we’re able to

armed guards and police o cers to remove our community from our community garden.”

Susan Foster, co-founder of the California Fires and Fire ghters and member of Fiber First LA, said the sta ’s recent changes to Titles 16 and 22 do not address the concerns raised by the board or the residents.

“You will have another telecom initiation Malibu Canyon re on your hands or another re from SCE’s own telecoms facilities, as well as the Woolsey Fire in 2018,” Foster said. “ ey should be built right in the rst place.”

Foster said the proposed changes look inviting but are deceptive.

“California has not yet adopted [these] federal standards,” Foster said. “Fiber First LA stands ready to assist the county with the re safety protocol we designed speci cally for Malibu, which is contained within our red lines to Title 16 and 22, I implore you to vote no until these ordinances are worthy.”

Speakers have also expressed concern that living, working, or going to school near a cellphone tower might increase the risk of cancer or other health problems.

e widespread use of cellphones in recent decades has led to a large increase in the number of cellphone towers, also known as base stations, being placed in communities. ese towers have electronic equipment and antennas that receive and transmit cellphone signals using radiofrequency (RF) waves.

According to the American Cancer Society, there’s no evidence that exposure to RF waves from cellphone towers causes any noticeable health e ects. However, ACS states it does not mean that the RF waves from cellphone towers have been proven to be absolutely safe. Most expert organizations agree that more research is needed to help clarify this, especially for any possible long-term e ects.

Executive Director for Malibu For Safe Tech and Executive Board Member for Fiber First LA Lonnie Gordon said W. Scott McCollough has worked with the planning department and City Council, and has been working with Fiber First LA, as one of the attorneys for the plainti s, to draft a similarly strict ordinance for LA County.

“ e (LA Co) ordinance is purposefully designed to create a back-room, tower permit rubber-stamp process that excludes the public and even nearby residents that will be directly a ected and aggrieved,” McCollough said. “ e ordinance does

nd space for our kids and get others to be able to participate in physical activity, it would de nitely bring more people out and together.”

Commissioner Alicia Peak asked what they can do to nd a location to create a facility.

“What is it that we have available and is there possible places where we can get more,” Peak said.

Acting Community Service Director Kristen Riesgo told their commissioners to reach out to their council members.

“Let them know this is important to you, we ultimately need council’s direction to move forward on any new facilities,”

Riesgo said, “It’s kind of in council’s hand to tell us how to move forward, if they want to move forward, and that’s how we’ll get these items moving.”

Recreation Supervisor Chris Orosz presented the earth-friendly management policy, the department’s accomplishments and quarterly report.

For accomplishments, the department was able to install two new owl boxes at Charmlee Wilderness Park and reviewed

and individual permit decisions will entirely ignore the environmental and other e ects on people. It will exacerbate, not solve, the digital divide.”

“Malibu currently has the safest re and electrical standards in the country built into the telecom application process for new installations, unfortunately the Board of Supervisors did not take our advice and voted in a terrible ordinance,” Gordon said.

“We want the people of Los Angeles County, the state, and the nation to have safe protocol for telecom installations. Telecom companies only care about pro ts, not people or the environment,” Gordon said. “Wireless installations are not safe or reliable and are aesthetically ugly, and they will not solve the so-called, ‘digital divide.’”

First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis addressed the public’s concerns before voting on the item.

“We have also built into the process requiring that applicants notify residents within 500 feet of any proposed small cell facility, that wasn’t done before,” Solis said. “People have that information ahead

2023 goals. e department also installed 138 native plants at Legacy Park in February.

Recreation Manager Kate Gallo presented the department’s updates and said the Spring Recreation Guide has been distributed to Malibu residents as well as the city newsletter.

Gallo said this is the second guide to feature photos from Malibu High School students.

For in-progress, ongoing and future agenda items, Riesgo provided an update on the permanent skatepark and said they hope to bring the plans to the planning commission by the summer.

“We’re working the best we can with what we have and working with our consultant who’s been open to helping us in any way possible to expedite it,” Riesgo said.

Riesgo said they hope to get the emergency call boxes within the coming weeks as well as turf improvements at Malibu Blu s Park.

e next Parks and Rec meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 21.

of time. It may not be everything the advocates wanted, but I think it’s a step in the right direction and like anything, we also evolve.”

ird District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath also responded to the public speakers regarding re safety concerns in Malibu.

“ ere were comments regarding re safety measures that take place in Malibu and those directives are going to be a part of the checklist process as well,” Horvath said. “So while some of the language that we heard today will not be written in the ordinance part of this directive, it will be included in the checklist along with a letter that will be issued as part of the noticing.”

e motion passed 5-0 on Jan. 10.

e coalition Fiber First LA includes Mothers of East LA, the Boyle Heights Community Partners, Children’s Health Defense (CHD), the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, and other groups. More information visit, www.FiberFirstLA.org.

County Third District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath responded to the public speakers regarding fire safety concerns in Malibu.

from LA County Board of Supervisors

College satellite campus construction, the market has moved to Legacy Park, and vendors and visitors have enjoyed the new location since then.

Vendors and visitors shared their concerns hearing that the location is only temporary.

“We were thrilled to see the market move to Legacy Park, but we were disappointed to learn that it was only a temporary arrangement,” Wailani O’Herlihy wrote. “I believe that making Legacy Park the permanent home of the market would be a win-win for residents, visitors, and the City of Malibu as a whole.”

Visitors expressed similar interests, saying the new location allows future generations to enjoy its unique and positive experience, fostering a sense of community and connection among residents.

Malibu City Information O cer Matt Myerhoff said the current Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for Farmers Market at Legacy Park will expire on July 8, or when the Santa Monica College campus obtains a Certi cate of Occupancy (COO), whichever comes rst.

“Although the City of Malibu is not part of any agreements or leases between the Malibu Farmers Market, LA County or Santa Monica College, the city recognizes the value of the Farmers Market to the community,” Myerhoff said. “The city supports the Farmers Market as a longstanding, important community gathering place and opportunity for residents, businesses, employees, students and visitors to get high-quality farm-fresh produce and natural products.”

In November 2022, the city passed an emergency ordinance to enable the Farmers Market to continue to operate during the SMC campus construction by allowing it to locate temporarily in Legacy Park.

“When the city purchased the land for Legacy Park, it came with restrictions on the uses of the park,” Myerho continued. “All of the parties in the original agreement have to agree to proposed changes in the uses for the park. e city is currently working on obtaining that. Currently, the city’s TUP code allows six commercial events per year on that property, and each Sunday Farmers Market counts as an event.”

During the Malibu City Council meeting on Feb. 27, Mayor Pro Tem Steve Uhring said he has read the Letters to the Editor printed in e Malibu Times recently and asked the council how they can support the farmers market.

“I’d like to see if there’s some way we can keep the farmers market where it is at Legacy Park,” Uhring said. “I think the residents like it and I think it’s a good thing for the city.”

During the Malibu City Council meeting on Jan. 23, the council voted to waive the permit fees, but requested a nancial report if they hope to request another fee waiver.

“ e money is not going to make or break the City of Malibu, but it may make or break the farmers market,” Uhring said during the meeting. “I believe they deserve a purpose for this city and they provide a signi cant bene t and I don’t want to see that get screwed up.”

“If we want to do that, let’s do that next year,” Uhring said.

e council stated that if the Cornucopia Foundation requested further fee waivers, a nancial report was required, but to date, nothing has been submitted.

Debra Bianco, the president and cofounder of the market, said the vendors and visitors have asked her what they can do to make the location permanent.

“I don’t know what the county, the college, or even the city has in store for us, but right now, the residents are asking the city, ‘can we stay,’” Bianco said. “So many residents want it here, when it’s summer and it gets really hot, you’re not on asphalt, we just love it here.”

In terms of growth, Bianco said the pandemic and the new college made it di cult for them [the market] to grow what they used to have.

“We’ve gone through so much damage from the loss of property that we’re not even back to half of what we were before the college took over,” Bianco said. “ e pandemic came and within months, the college little at a time, started taking more

and more [property] away.”

In terms of providing a nancial report, Bianco said, “when we’re ready, we’ll give it to the City Council.”

Bianco said the additional parking on the Chili Cooko lot near Stuart Ranch Road is essential for the farmers market.

“We’re not allowed to charge for parking, so why do we have to pay,” Bianco said. “It’s for the residents.”

The market continues to expand its vendors with more fresh produce, diverse foods, accessories, local art, and vintage clothing.

Aimee Rivka, jewelry vendor, started her business in Malibu when she was 17 and said the vendors and locals gave her the tools, inspiration, and motivation to start her jewelry business.

“I started my business in 2010, and now I

do ne art festivals, but I got my start here at the Malibu Farmers Market,” Rivka said. “It’s a good place for people to pick up stores to sell in, but also give us the motivation to further our craft and business.”

“It’s very nice because Malibu people really like art and they have very good taste, but also they have the means to support artist,” Rivka said. “And now with all the big box stores moving in, I think it’s very important to instill art and craft to the city of Malibu, because I think it really needs it.”

Rivka said she loves the new location near Legacy Park, and hopes it becomes a permanent location.

“I love being next to the park because it gives you a sense of nature, but also on the parking lot it gets hot, but I think being next to Legacy Park really highlights that outdoor experience to where you’re coming

to a farmers market where food is grown in the ground and in nature, art and crystals, it’s all inspired by nature so I think being on the nature side is really important,” Rivka said. Ethan Pettengill, the farmers market assistant, said there has been an increase in vendors since the market has been at its new location.

“I think that Legacy Park really opens up the farmers market side of what we’re bringing, and I think it allows vendors the opportunity to be more in touch with their cusomters and in nature than in a parking lot,” Pettengill said. “It’s a super-unique location and it’s perfect for Malibu.” e weekly Malibu Farmers Market is on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Legacy Park. Parking is available along Civic Center Way and at the Chili Cooko lot near Stuart Ranch Road.

Legacy Park is considered a temporary site for the Malibu Farmers Market, but many residents would like to see the location become permanent.

Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

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but did say, “On our overall work force, it seems like we’re seeing more frequent turnover.” Job vacancies are spread across all departments at City Hall currently.

“Hardest hit right now are our planning, administration, and nance departments,” McClary said. “We’re trying to get all the positions lled as fast as we can, however we obviously made a priority to bring in additional contract planners because we felt that was an urgent need.”

e Planning Department is still short as contract consultants are lling in for permanent positions.

McClary receives feedback from Malibu

Monica-Malibu Unified School District.

“I will say there has been progressing since November; it’s not progress happening as fast we like, but it’s progress nonetheless,” Wood said. “We all look forward to an upcoming mediation on March 21. Our ad hoc committee will meet their school separation school committee and complete the negation hopefully for the revenue sharing agreement.”

e Los Angeles County Fire Department provided a presentation on the New Zone Zero Defensible Space Requirement.

“What we’re trying to do now is give everyone a heads up that there is a new law that’s coming; it’s extremely restrictive and once we know the requirements we’re going to share them with everyone,” LA County Fire Department Forester Provision Chief Ron Durbin said.

During public comment, Mountain Recreation Conservation Authority

clarify his position that the revenue sharing formula as described in the Term Sheet represents a “victory” for Malibu, as the proposed formula appears to guarantee Santa Monica a 4 percent per capita student funding increase compounded annually for the next several decades, with any funding de cits to be covered by transfers of Malibu property taxes to the Santa Monica School District. By contrast, the proposed revenue sharing agreement as outlined in the Term Sheet does not provide any target growth for Malibu student funding or even an expectation that Malibu funding will remain at current levels.

Kean also asserted in his election-eve letter to the editor that this is “an equitable nancial model for both sides.” As Santa Monica High School is consistently rated higher than Malibu High School (# 108 vs #174 in California, see usnews.com/education/best-highschools/california), e Malibu Times asked Kean if he could

residents who are concerned their emails and phone calls are not returned fast enough. Even City Councilmember Steve Uhring has expressed frustration in not receiving reply emails from city sta .

“ ese are legitimate concerns that we’re working to correct,” McClary stated. “Most of the complaints we get are related to projects in the planning department, and building and safety, related to development concerns.”

In November, the City Council approved an $81,000 study with a consulting rm to address employee retention. at study should be complete in roughly six months.

“From my understanding it’s been over 20 years since that’s been done,” McClary said. “When we get that back it’s going to

Coastal Division Supervisor Ranger Timothy Pera provided an update on the additional parks sta , patrolling, and homeless encampment clearance around canyons and parks in Malibu.

Pera said they have also added public o cers for more enforcement along parks and beaches. No service calls, or any incidents were reported.

City Manager Steve McClary provided an update on the contract sheri ’s bureau meeting and said they have additional o cers underway.

“Right now they’re down 1,100 o cers, and they have about 8,400 sworn o cers, so there’s help coming,” McClary said. “But it’s going to take some time, but overall a very positive response from Sheri Luna.”

McClary said they have met with e Los Angeles County Beaches and Harbor Department and have received updates on the landslides, ooding and Dume restoration at Westward Beach.

On March 3, Beaches and Harbors closed the Point Dume access road at the end of Westward Beach Road due to a debris ow onto the road from a property on Birdview Avenue

explain to Malibu residents why, in his view, this transfer of school funding from Malibu to Santa Monica, without regard to school rankings, standardized test scores, or other measures of academic parity is equitable.

Kean has declined to comment.

After repeated requests for a statement from the SMMUSD for an update after the Jan. 15 deadline for completion of initial drafts of the agreements passed without word, the district issued a statement March 9. It reads as follows:

JOINT STATEMENT FROM CITY OF MALIBU AND SMMUSD e Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District and City of Malibu have continued to work together to complete the deliverables outlined in the Term Sheet executed last fall. Speci cally, the parties are drafting two signi cant and complicated agreements: a Tax Revenue Sharing Agreement and an Operational Agreement. e parties and their jointly-appointed mediator are scheduled to meet together in person

tell us exactly how we are positioned in terms of our compensation and bene ts compared to who we’re competing with in the labor market.”

“We’ve got a compensation study going on but that won’t be done for 38 weeks,” Uhring said, expressing disappointment that the subcommittee he was on to contribute to the employment study was disbanded.

Along with the study, the city is also drafting a pilot program for a teleworking policy.

“We know from the industry that employers who include a remote work option are currently attracting seven times more job applicants,” McClary said. “We’re hoping that by implementing a

and potential land shift and blu failure. ere is no current estimate for reopening.

“ ey do have plans to do a full restoration once we’re able to get through this emergency period,” McClary said.

McClary said they are preparing for the storm and are predicting 2 to 3 inches of rain, and that they’ll be closing watching the canyons and city streets and issuing any appropriate alerts.

“If folks can stay o the road if possible, it would be very much advised,” McClary said.

McClary provided an update on the illegal parking on Point Dume Headlands near Cliffside Drive and said Public Works would be installing 18-inch high delineators near the curb.

“ ese delineators will assist in preventing vehicles from illegally parking on top of the walkway,” McClary said.

Malibu/Lost Hills Sheri ’s Lt. Dustin Carr provided a brief update on crime, tra c, and safety and said tra c and crime has been down. In

at the district o ce on March 21, 2023 to work jointly on a few of the agreements’ remaining issues.

While the District remains rmly committed to uni cation, there have been several challenges and issues external to uni cation that have placed signi cant demands on the District’s

remote work policy, that will take some of the strain o the employees and make it a more attractive place to be.”

McClary also said the city is taking steps to modernize its software and IT systems that will make work more e cient at City Hall.

“Nothing can be done without sta ,” he said. “We need the people to get the work done. It’s absolutely essential to any mission or project we’re trying to accomplish for the community of Malibu. So, it’s really important to get out in front of this problem. We really need to nd a way to attract good people and when we get good people we want to be able to keep those people because we lose their experience when they walk out the door. It takes a

the latest RV count, the station has been able to maintain a number of seven RVs.

Carr said the department has assigned a full-time sergeant to Malibu, and said he would be introducing him in the next inperson city council meeting. Carr also warned the community of rockslides.

“Please be careful where you drive,” he said. “I don’t want to see anyone get stuck in one of those situations there.”

City Council moved on to item 4A, appeal No. 21-019 - Appeal of Planning Commission Resolution No. 21-68 (6968 Dume Drive; Owner, Highlands Investment Group LLC; Neighbor/Appellant, John Roesler).

The recommended action was to adopt Resolution No. 23-11, determining that the California Environmental Quality Act does not apply to the project; upholding Appeal No. 21-019, and denying Coastal Development Permit (CDP) No. 17-088 for the construction of a new 7,472-square-foot, two-

time and nite resources. Nevertheless, the parties remain committed to completing the remaining tasks identi ed on the Term Sheet and to the projected end date, which remains achievable at this time.

One of the challenges referred

couple of years to get new employees up to the speed of where the last employee was.

“It’s a very complex work environment in Malibu. We ask for everyone’s patience as we work through this.”

Acknowledging employee retention has been an issue in Malibu for a long time. Uhring suggested somethings he thinks might be an enticement to some workers, including offering higher education opportunities, discounts at local restaurants, and even car washes.

“I’m trying to make employees feel good,” he said. “Make Malibu an attractive place for them to work. What do we have here in Malibu that is unique enough that we can use to make employees want to come here? We’re going to have to get creative.”

story single-family residence with a 999-square-foot basement, swimming pool, onsite wastewater treatment system (OWTS), associated development, and afterthe-fact retaining walls, grading, and front yard gates, including Site Plan Review (SPR) No. 19-030 for construction in excess of 18 feet in height, up to 28 feet for a pitched roof, and Demolition Permit (DP) No. 19-023 for the demolition of the existing 2,257 square foot, singlestory single-family residence and onsite development located in the Rural Residential, One-Acre (RR1) zoning district at 6968 Dume Drive (Highlands Investment Group LLC).

Motion carried with a 3-2 vote.

e council received a presentation on the status of outdoor dining and the current application process and consideration for approval of permanent outdoor dining and guide sta on whether to process amendments to the city’s ordinances in regards to the operation of restaurants.

Councilmember Paul Grisanti

to in the statement appears to be the unexpected resignation and departure of Superintendent Dr. Ben Drati, who took a position with the Bell ower Uni ed School District.

When pressed for more details on missed deadlines, e Malibu Times, in a spirit of transparency,

said besides Whole Foods, Ralphs, and the new facility on Civic Center Way, most of the parking centers in Malibu are under-parked.

“All the older centers we have in Malibu are severely under-parked because the requirements were totally di erent,” Grisanti said.

Planning Director Richard Mollica said they would work with ZORACES for outdoor dining and parking.

For the last item on the agenda, Grisanti appointed himself as the COG’s alternate to the Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission Governing Board. Grisanti is on the Las VirgenesMalibu Council of Governments (COG) board and is the president of Smart Coast California.

“I’m pretty up to date to everything that’s happening on coast,” Grisanti said.

Councilmember Doug Stewart seconded his nomination, motion carried. e next Malibu City Council meeting is scheduled to be in-person on March 27 at Malibu City Hall.

has made several requests of the district for comment. A spokesperson would say only that both sides are working earnestly, that the joint statement “speaks for itself,” and that the district will reach out to stakeholders “when there is something to report.”

Malibu Life

A closer examination by latest speaker: What factors contribute to ‘Citizen Kane’s’ greatness?

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For the second installment of the 2023 Library Speaker Series, community members were invited to hear Harlan Lebo, the author of “Citizen Kane: A Filmmaker’s Journey,” a book about the making of one the most impactful lms in cinema history.

Despite the rain, lm enthusiasts gathered at the Malibu Library on Feb. 28 to learn about the making of one of Hollywood’s greatest lms, learn about the compelling tales of censorship, individual rights, creative freedom, and one of the most exciting chapters in Hollywood history.

e 1941 American drama lm was directed, produced, and starred Orson Welles. e lm was nominated for Academy Awards in nine categories and won Best Writing, Original Screenplay by Herman J. Mankiewicz, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

e picture was Welles’ rst feature lm. “Citizen Kane” is frequently cited as the greatest lm ever made. For 50 consecutive years, it stood at number 1 in the British Film Institute’s Sight & Sound decennial poll of critics, and it topped the American Film Institute’s 100 Years...100 Movies list in 1998, as well as its 2007 update.

“‘Citizen Kane’ is one the most explored, analyzed movies ever made — there’s been books written like mine, there have been

academic and theoretical studies done, but it is still a motion picture that is lled with mysteries,” Lebo said. “I think more people have decided to become lmmakers after seeing ‘Citizen Kane.’”

Lebo’s book, “Citizen Kane: A Filmmaker’s Journey” is a movie lover’s history of the trials, tribulations, and triumphs behind the making of the lm. e cinematography, editing, music, and social commentary are

considered innovative and precedent-setting.

Lebo talks about set designs, transitioning, lighting, deep sets and realism.

“Deep sets don’t have to be big; even small fragments were created with depth

and realism in mind,” Lebo said. “Simple small things that make a scene visually interesting and at the same time, much more realistic.”

Mending Kids celebrates a milestone

A favorite Malibu charity offers children life-saving surgeries

Awell-known charity supported by many Malibu residents is about to mark a milestone birthday.

Mending Kids is celebrating its 18th year in Malibu with a gala March 18. In addition to another year of providing life-saving surgeries to children around the world, the nonpro t is on track to “mending” its 5,000th patient.

Mending Kids provides life-saving and life-changing surgeries to children worldwide who otherwise cannot a ord treatment or have no access to treatment. e nonpro t has helped children ranging in age from 5 months to 18 years.

“They’re mended through different programs,” said Malibu’s Isabelle Fox, the group’s executive director. “Either through individual surgical care where we bring kids to the United States for free care through partnership with Shriners and other organizations or we send them from one part of the world we can’t reach to a partner hospital in a third country like India or Argentina to get their conditions xed.”

Most often, the children’s ailments are congenital, including heart conditions requiring surgeries. Mending Kids also recruits surgical teams from local hospitals including Cedars-Sinai and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for surgical missions all over the world. While initial support

came from Malibu, the organization is now based in Woodland Hills. rough a network of partner agencies and previous surgical missions, ailing children who need care are identi ed and some are brought to the United States for free care courtesy of Mending Kids. e

nonpro t also assesses needs and identi es equipment necessary to facilitate surgeries in the U.S. and globally. e organization then commits to a ve-year annual mission in each location it travels to perform aid. Over the past 18 years, at least two dozen

Malibu native, and Mending Kids patron Chris Cortazzo (right), is shown with

Pat Cortazzo at the 2018 Mending Kids event. Photo by Julie Ellerton/TMT

For the second installment of the 2023 Library Speaker Series, community members were invited to hear Harlan Lebo, the author of “Citizen Kane: A Filmmaker’s Journey,” a book about the making of one the most impactful films in cinema history. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times

SAMANTHA BRAVO Special to The Malibu Times

Pepperdine’s Johnson goes yard ve times to win WCC Player of the Week

Infielder hit .571 during four-game stretch, including an impressive showing at South Alabama Invitational

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

Pepperdine Waves baseball player

Ryan Johnson smashed ve home runs en route to being named the West Coast Conference Player of the Week on March 6. e senior in elder won the weekly recognition after batting .571 during a four-game stretch in which the Waves went 2-2.

Johnson, previously named the Player of the Week in March 2021, started all four contests. e slugger went 8-for-14 at the plate with 11 RBIs and seven runs scored in addition to the ve homers. In the rst matchup, a 6-5 loss to Cal

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State Northridge on Feb. 28, Johnson went 1-4 at the plate.

In the March 3-5 South Alabama Invitational, his bat caught ablaze. Johnson hit a three-run homer over the center eld wall in the rst inning to give Pepperdine a 3-0 lead over South Alabama in the rst game of the Invitational. He nailed a solo home run in the eighth inning. e Wave also hit a double and had walk. Johnson nished with ve RBIs, tying his career-high.

Johnson smashed two home runs in Pepperdine’s 16-0 victory over Southern on the second day of the Invitational. His rst, a two-run blast, was in the opening inning, giving Pepperdine a 2-0 lead. He smacked another two-run dinger three innings later. at over-the-fence hit gave the Waves a 7-0 lead. Johnson hit a deep sacri ce y ball to left eld in the seventh inning to drive in Pepperdine’s 12th run. He also walked in the contest and nished the game with ve RBIs.

Johnson’s fth homer was in Pepperdine’s 10-1 loss to Iowa on the Invitational’s nal day. He slammed the solo

In cinematography, deep focus keeps all elements of an image in sharp focus, simultaneously capturing key activities in the foreground and background.

“At the very least, deep sets are visually interesting. ey look good, they seem real, but there’s more to it than that,” Lebo said. “A deep set allows for deep focus, and Welles could highlight several issues at the same time.”

On a technical level, Citizen Kane is important for the innovative lighting and focusing methods of its cinematographer, Gregg Toland, and the dramatic editing style of Robert Wise. It was Orson Welles’s debut as a lm director, and it has been hailed by many critics as one of the greatest movies of all time.

“If you look at any movie from the ’30s and ’40s the action is from left to right, people talk, they move this way, and they don’t have a lot of creative freedom to move around,” Lebo said. “By extending the set back, the director Welles has much more creative freedom to move characters naturally, the way they normally do in life, through the scenes.”

While color lms were barely introduced around the 1930s and ’40s, “Citizen Kane” was lmed in black and white. Lebo said they had a tight budget and couldn’t a ord to use colored lm.

“I hope that you can see the making of ‘Citizen Kane’ was one long exercise and a brilliant problem-solving lm,” Lebo said. “And tonight we just began to touch on some of the elements that contributed to creating this cinematic lm.”

Lebo has written books on other iconic lms, including “ e Godfather” and “Casablanca” and served as a historical consultant to Para mount Pictures for the 50th anniversary of the release of “Citizen Kane.” In addition, he writes about cultural history, science, the humanities, society, and the impact of digital technology.

e next Speakers Series segment is on Tuesday, March 21, at 7 p.m. and will feature Dr. Ian Jukes, the founder of the InfoSavvy Group, an international educational leader ship consulting rm based in Canada. He has been a classroom teacher, teaching every grade from kindergarten to grade 12. He has written or co-written 27 books and education series. His most recent books include: “Lit eracy is Still Not Enough,” “Learner Voice, Learner Choice,” “LeaderShift 2020,” “A Brief History of the Future of Education,” and the award-winning “Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation.”

bomb over center eld in the rst inning. Johnson went 2-for-4 at the plate.

Johnson went 2-for-5 with a double and a walk in the rst game of Pepperdine’s doubleheader against Cal State Fullerton on March 12.

Throughout Pepperdine’s first 13 games of the season, Johnson is batting .422 with 19 hits, 16 RBIs, seven home runs, and four doubles. He led Pepperdine with 37 RBIs, 32 runs scored, 10 home runs, and 12 doubles last season. He also had 11 games with multiple RBIs, tops on the squad.

Pepperdine had a 5-8 record heading into its game against CSUN on Monday. After the loss to Iowa, the squad su ered an 11-1 loss to UC Santa Barbara and dropped two of its three contests to Cal State Fullerton.

e Waves opened the season on Feb. 17 with a win over Boston College, then they lost two straight to the Eagles be

fore also losing to UCLA. ree games scheduled against Alabama were canceled before Pepperdine downed CSUN 5-4 on Feb. 26.

MENDING KIDS

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Malibu families have hosted children from South America, Africa, the Philippines, and other impoverished areas as they await life-altering medical care. e local families serve as foster parents. ey take the children to medical appointments, accompany them to surgery, and participate in aftercare while they recuperate before eventually returning to their home countries.

“Often these families already have children,” Fox explained. “Many have children about the same age so it’s a great cross-cultural experience for both the host families and the patients. Often times, those families stay in touch with the patients after they’ve left the U.S.”

Back by popular demand, Mending Kids is throwing its birthday party at the Malibu Jewish Center and Synagogue on March 18. e venue was selected speci cally as an architecturally interesting site with the added bene t of indoor/ outdoor space “to have people feel a little more comfortable,” said Fox.

“We’re honoring local realtor Chris Cortazzo, a Mending Kids supporter who has also hosted fundraisers at his Malibu home; Dr. Robert Cho, a Shriners pediatric surgeon; and Romina Ubillus, an inspiring former patient from Peru who will be sharing her journey back to health and now is a pre-medical student who wants to give back,” Fox added. e 200-seat event is sold out but the nonpro t is still accepting sponsorships for the gala program.

“We want to make 2023 the year we reach 5,000 kids mended and we want to go on to mend the same amount in half the time,” Fox said.

Burt’s Eye View: Paul Elder

PERSPECTIVE

By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

Iwas saddened to learn that my friend, the Rev. Paul Elder, a deacon at St. Aidan’s Church in Malibu, succumbed to cancer last month at the age of 86. Paul was truly a man of God.

I met Paul several years ago when a group of us formed the original Malibu Task Force on Homelessness, which contracted with e People Concern to help local homeless individuals transition from the streets to permanent supportive housing.

I can say unequivocally that, other than the professional sta of e People Concern, no one did more to nd housing for Malibu’s homeless population than did Paul, who believed in putting the Scriptures to work. Day after day, even into his 80s,

Paul would get to know the people living on our streets. He would provide them with a toothbrush, a blanket, and, most important, an ear.

Paul could be rm with our unhoused neighbors when needed, but he always treated them as fellow human beings. He would listen to their stories, and frequently, he was able to help nd them housing.

Paul helped launch Project Homeward Bound, which identi ed local homeless individuals who were willing to rejoin their families but needed nancial and logistical assistance to reunite with loved ones. It was not unusual for Paul to drive one of our neediest neighbors, ticket in hand, to the bus station to return to the comfort of family.

Paul will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know him. He cannot be replaced. Most certainly, Paul is in heaven, where he rightfully belongs. Rest in Peace.

“A lot of people donate on faith because we’re this tiny but mighty organization that’s plugged away, adapted during the pandemic, still remain relevant, and still mend kids and people just give us money without fully understanding the depth of the care that we’ve given,” Fox concluded. ‘When we have the opportunity to bring a child who’s grown into a young woman who’s accomplished things, who’s going to give back now thanks to the benevolence of strangers who believed in her right to have a future, that’s what I love about the people who support us. ey champion the right to live to your full potential and that’s only possible by giving these kids a chance at futures. So, the theme for this year’s gala is a birthday theme because we realize that for 18 years we’ve been in the business of giving kids birthdays because by extending their lives they get more birthdays.”

As of December, 4,860 kids from 70 countries, including the U.S., were given life-saving surgeries. In 2023 surgical missions were deployed to Tanzania, Cambodia and in February a child from Fiji had surgery through Mending Kids making Fiji the 71st country the charity has served.

Donations can be made at MendingKids.org.

Malibu comes together for a cause at Mending Kids fundraiser, in 2018 featuring an ‘Afternoon Tea with a Twist’ on the stunning estate of Chris Cortazzo.

Photos by Julie Ellerton/TMT

Pepperdine Waves baseball player Ryan Johnson smashed two home runs in Pepperdine’s 16-0 victory over Southern earlier this month on his way to earning West Coast Conference Player of the Week honors.

Photo by Je Golden.

CITIZEN KANE

Harlan Lebo (bottom photo) signs his book “Citizen Kane: A Filmmaker’s Journey” for a guest after the speaker series event on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

Pepperdine University student film addressing autism earns numerous accolades at Christian Online Film Festival

– Charlie e Student), Best Actor Supporting (Jack Pitney – e Teacher), Best Music & Sound (Kyle Simpson, Nolan Ause), and Best Villain (Carlos Gomez –Casey e Bully).

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Special to The Malibu Times

“In nite,” a short lm produced by Pepperdine University sophomore Joshua Pitney and senior Autumn Johnson, has won several awards at the 65th Christian Online Film Festival. Pitney wrote and directed the lm, which depicts an autistic student who comes to accept his identity. Originally developed for a Screen Arts Production 2 class, the project is inspired by Pitney’s own experiences.

“I am on the autism spectrum, and I strive to tell authentic neurodiverse stories,” said Pitney. “So, this assignment was an opportunity for me to showcase correct autism representation. I was also able to pull in my own experiences of struggling with my identity and realizing I was made just the way God intended for me to be.”

e 7-minute lm garnered accolades for Best Student Film (Joshua Pitney, Autumn Johnson), Best Actor (Kyle Burnett

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A screen arts major, Pitney selected a crew of nearly all Pepperdine students to create “In nite,” and he credits the university for supporting his cinematic and personal journeys.

“I chose Pepperdine primarily because it was a warm and welcoming environment,” explained Pitney. “My time in screen arts has been very enriching. I have learned many narrative and technical techniques.

I have learned how to use industry-standard equipment and how to get the best image possible with a cinematic camera. Furthermore, my time at Pepperdine has been amazing so far. I have made lasting friendships with students and faculty alike, been able to participate in many organizations, and have grown stronger in my faith.”

Pitney said he’s inspired by lm directors such as Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, and Stanley Kubrick, the director for the the 1968 lm “2001: A Space Odyssey.”

“I was fascinated with how Kubrick was able to tell a story with groundbreaking e ects and visual storytelling and I have wanted to become a lmmaker since,”

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 17-01054-CI-CA

Title No. 170393779-CA-VOI A.P.N. 4449-015-014 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/26/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Maryam Toofer, Trustee of the Big Rock Trust, dated December 30, 2002 Duly

Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation

Recorded 04/07/2008 as Instrument No. 20080592339 (or

Pitney said. “Kubrick is one of my major in uences, not just 2001, but also some of his other great works like ‘ e Shining,’ and ‘Dr. Strangelove,’ are all lms I look up to and have very much in uenced my creative style.”

Pitney said some of the challenges in lm projects are nding the right lighting, getting the right shots, and also nding ideas.

“I really need to take all that into consideration when I’m crafting an idea and then when I have an idea, is nding the right cast and crew,” Pitney said. “Production is really fun, but it also comes with its challenges. e overall process is challenging, but it’s very rewarding, fun, and collaborative.”

Pitney said his favorite part about being on set is collaborating with other writers, actors, and producers.

“Very often, the cast and crew have suggestions, and that adds a whole di erent layer to the story,” Pitney said. “Just talking to others about what I have in mind, experiment, try new things, fail, but learn from that — it’s all very fun.”

Following the lm’s recognition, Pitney is looking forward to his future as a professional director, writer, and actor. He plans to pursue lm internships and continue telling stories of neurodiverse acceptance

and pride, Christianity, and the natural world.

“It brings me great ful llment to see this lm resonate with audiences of all backgrounds,” Pitney said. “ is is a sign that we are moving in the right direction toward increasing authentic neurodiverse representation in the media. I hope this story will inspire everyone to know that they are made in God’s image and should be proud of that.”

Being open-minded and open to new ideas is what Pitney continues to advise people coming into the entertainment industry or any industry in general.

“Never, ever, ever give up,” he said. “If you just keep pushing forward, no matter how hard a project may be, how competitive the eld work is, don’t let that discourage you; keep pushing forward and with strong perseverance, that is the biggest thing anyone in the entertainment industry needs, in any industry in general.”

Pitney is co-directing Songfest, one of Pepperdine’s longest and most unique traditions and has been a favorite experience shared by students, alumni, and the greater Pepperdine family. is musical variety show features a cast of students performing an original show centered around a theme.

“It’s a theatrical mini-musical where people can act, sing and dance,” Pitney said.

LEGAL NOTICES

Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 04/03/2023 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Pla a, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $3,966,600.09 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 20743 Big Rock Drive, Malibu, CA 90265 A.P.N.: 4449-015-014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE

TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and 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 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 website www. ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 17-01054-CI-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re ected 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 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-01054-CI-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as 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.

*Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January

1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended.

Date: 02/21/2023 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Fra ee Road, Suite

e event is happening on Friday, April 1, at 5:30 p.m. in Elkins Auditorium. For more information on Songfest, contact Student Activities at (310) 506-4201 or songfest@pepperdine.edu.

820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com

Connie Hernande , Trustee Sales Representative A-4774987 03/02/2023, 03/09/2023, 03/16/2023 MALIBU 60

2023024672

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. VANGUARD SERVICE K9

12330 OSBORNE ST UNIT 36, PACOIMA, CA 91331, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. JOHN LUCAS EVANS CRUZ JR.

12330 OSBORNE ST UNIT 36, PACOIMA, CA 91331

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 2/01/2023.

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

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2023041363

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. LENI 13228 FIJI WAY UNIT C, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. CREATING BODY 13228 FIJI WAY UNIT C, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/2023.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed, CREATING BODY, SAMANTHA-JANE GRAY, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 2/23/2023.

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

EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF

SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION.THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 22SMCP00596

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: LINDA ZHOU TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

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

Present Name: LINDA ZHOU Proposed Name: LINEA ZHOU

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

Date: APRIL 07, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K Room: A-203

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

Date: 12/12/2022

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court SHERRI R. CARTER Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 03/09, 03/16, 03/23, 03/30/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 66

2023046309

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. BLUEWATER GROWTH CONSULTING

29458 BLUEWATER ROAD, MALIBU, CA 90265, LOS ANGELES COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. KASSOY PROPERTIES, LLC 29458 BLUEWATER ROAD, MALIBU, CA 90265

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

This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. 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, KASSOY PROPERTIES, LLC, WILLIAM KASSOY, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 3/02/2023. NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF

‘In nite’ just became an of cial selection of the International Christian Film & Music Festival

Joshua Pitney wrote and directed “Infinite,” a film that depicts an autistic student who comes to accept his identity. Originally developed for a Screen Arts Production 2 class, the project is inspired by Pitney’s own experiences. Photo courtesy Joshua Pitney.

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

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

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MALIBU 68 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR

NOTICE OF DIVIDED PUBLICATION

Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code (R&TC) Sections 3702, 3381, and 3382, the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector is publishing in divided distribution, the Notice of Sale of Tax-Defaulted Property Subject to the Tax Collector’s Power to Sell in and for the County of Los Angeles, State of California, to various newspapers of general circulation published in the County. A portion of the list appears in each of such newspapers.

NOTICE OF ONLINE PUBLIC

AUCTION OF TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY SUBJECT TO THE TAX COLLECTOR’S POWER TO SELL (SALE NO. 2023A)

Whereas, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, directed me, KEITH KNOX, Treasurer and Tax Collector, to sell at online public auction certain tax-defaulted properties.

I hereby give public notice, that unless said properties are redeemed, prior to the close of business on the last business day prior to the first day of the online public auction, or Friday, April 21, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, I will offer for sale and sell said properties on Saturday, April 22, 2023, beginning at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, through Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time, to the highest bidder, for not less than the minimum bid, at online public auction at www.bid4assets.com/losangeles.

The minimum bid for each parcel is the total amount necessary to redeem, plus costs, as required by R&TC Section 3698.5.

If a property does not sell during the online public auction, the right of redemption will revive and remain until Friday, May 19, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

I will re-offer any properties that did not sell or were not redeemed prior to Friday, May 19, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, for sale at online public auction at www.bid4assets. com/losangeles beginning Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, through Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Prospective bidders should obtain detailed information of this sale from the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector (TTC) at ttc.lacounty.gov. Bidders are required to pre-register at www.bid4assets.com and submit a refundable $5,000 deposit in the form of wire transfer, electronic check, cashier’s check or bank-issued money order at the time of registration. Registration will begin on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time and end on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Pursuant to R&TC Section 3692.3, the TTC sells all property ``as is`` and the County and its employees are not liable for any known or unknown conditions of the property, including, but not limited to, errors in the records of the Office of the Assessor (Assessor) pertaining to improvement of the property.

If the TTC sells a property, parties of interest, as defined by R&TC Section 4675, have a right to file a claim with the County for any proceeds from the sale, which are in excess of the liens and costs required to be paid from the proceeds. If there are any excess proceeds after the application of the minimum bid, the TTC will send notice to all parties of interest, pursuant to law.

Please direct requests for information concerning redemption of tax-defaulted property to the Treasurer and Tax Collector, at 225 North Hill Street, Room 130, Los Angeles, California 90012. You may also call (213) 974-2045, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, visit our website at ttc.lacounty.gov or email us at auction@ttc.lacounty.gov.

The Assessor’s Identification Number (AIN) in this publication refers to the Assessor’s Map Book, the Map Page, and the individual Parcel Number on the Map Page. If a change in the AIN occurred, the publication will show both prior

and current AINs. An explanation of the parcel numbering system and the referenced maps are available at the Office of the Assessor located at 500 West Temple Street, Room 225, Los Angeles, California 90012, or at assessor.lacounty.gov.

I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at Los Angeles, California, on February 17, 2023.

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

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KEITH KNOX Treasurer and Tax Collector County of Los Angeles State of California

The real property that is subject to this notice is situated in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows:

PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE OF SALE OF TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY SUBJECT TO THE POWER OF SALE (SALE NO.

2023A)

3801 AIN 4443-003-027 CHAN, CHIN TO AND CHAN, CHIN

YU LOCATION COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES $20,235.00

3821 AIN 4469-004-027 FAZELI, SANDY LOCATION CITY-MALIBU TD # $7,047.00

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23SMCP00116

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: LYNN FORSLUND RONDELL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner LYNN FORSLUND RONDELL a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: LYNN FORSLUND RONDELL Proposed Name:

LYNNE RONDELL

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: MAY 12, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K Room: 203

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES 1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401

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

Date: 03/09/2022

HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court DAVID W. SLAYTON, Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 03/16, 03/23, 03/30, 04/06/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 71

2023039287

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:

1. UNITED BRIDGE 7814 DELLROSE AVE, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-3516, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s): JING HONG INC 7814 DELLROSE AVE, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-3516

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: 01/2023.

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, QIN HONG ZHENG, JING HONG INC, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 2/21/2023.

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

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

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Chris Prentiss

CASE NO. 23STPB00591

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Pax Prentiss in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Pax Prentiss 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 with full authority . (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 5/12/2023 at 8:30am in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST. LOS ANGELES CA 90012, STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE.

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

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (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: Vivian U. Redsar (217978) & Jonathan Weiss (292423) Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP 2049 Century Park East, Suite 1700 Los Angeles, CA 90067, Telephone: (310) 312-4000 3/16, 3/23, 3/30/23

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NOTICE OF HEARING TO CONDUCT MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT APPLICATION HAS BEEN MADE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUSINESS LICENSE COMMISSION TO CONDUCT ADDRESS OF PREMISES: 22637 PACIFIC COAST HWY., MALIBU, CA 90265

NAME OF APPLICANT: MALIBU BLISS MASSAGE & SPA INC / RICHARD OLSON

DATE OF HEARING: 04/26/2023

TIME OF HEARING: 09:15 A.M.

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

500 W. TEMPLE STREET, RM 374 LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU CITY COUNCIL

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

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

APPEAL NOS. 22-006 and 22-012 – Appeals of Planning Commission Resolution No. 22-46 determining the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and approving Coastal Development Permit No. 19-073 for the construction of a new one-story, 6,567 square foot single-family residence plus a 1,723 square foot basement, 1,375 square foot detached garage, 720 square foot detached secondary dwelling unit, 412 square foot tennis cabana, tennis court, swimming pool, spa and grading, and installation of a new onsite wastewater treatment system; including Demolition Permit No. 22-008 to demolish an unpermitted driveway, fencing, and landscaping

Location: 33650 Pacific Coast Highway

APN: 4473-021-006

Zoning: Rural Residential Two-Acre

Applicant: Wildman Design Group

Appellants: Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority and 180 PCH, LLC

Owner: 33650 Pacific Coast Highway

LLC

Appealable to: California Coastal Commission

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

Application Filed: October 10, 2019

Appeals Filed: July 28, 2022

Case Planner Adam Pisarkiewicz, Contract Planner 949-489-1442 Pisarkiewicz@civicsolutions.com

Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission previously analyzed the proposed project and found that it is listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a) and (e) – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. The Planning Commission further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to this project (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).

A written staff report will be available at or before the hearing for the projects. All persons wishing to address the Council regarding these matters will be afforded an opportunity in accordance with the Council’s procedures. Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on, or before, the date of the meeting. COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – An aggrieved person may appeal the City Council’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805-585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.

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

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Contract Planner Pisarkiewicz at (949) 4891442. Copies of all related documents can be reviewed by any interested person at City Hall during regular business hours. Oral and written comments may be presented to the City Council on, or before, the date of the meeting.

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: March 16, 2023

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Pepperdine track squads record speedy nishes at meets

The Waves will compete at the Bob Larsen Distance Invitational on Friday and Saturday at UCLA

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

The Pepperdine Waves men’s and women’s track teams registered nine top-10 nishes in two meets last weekend.

Men’s runners Johnathan Flint, Ryan Fabian, William Watkins, and Spencer Mueller placed top nishes in their individual races, while women’s competitors Jena Parsio, Kaley Peterson, and Olivia Miller did the same.

Additionally, the women’s 4x100 foursome and 4x400 group had top placements. e speedy performances took place at the AstroAl Distance Classic at Cal State Fullerton on March 10 and the Oxy Distance Carnival and Spring Break Classic at Occidental College the next day.

e rst event featured teams from over a dozen schools such as Army West Point, Canyons, and CSU Bakers eld. Teams from programs such as Adams State, Cal Poly, Cal Lutheran, Concordia, and Chapman hit the track in the second event.

Flint, a junior, ran the men’s 10,000 meters in 30:26.81. at placed him ninth overall and moved him from fourth to second on Pepperdine’s alltime list.

Fabian, a freshman, nished the men’s 800 fth overall in time of 1:53.25 at the Oxy Distance Carnival and Spring Break Classic. at time jumped him from fth to third on the Waves’ all-time list.

Parsio, a freshman, ran the women’s 400 in 1:01.20, a fourth-place nish, and the junior Watkins nished the men’s 400 in 50.56, a sixthplace performance. e freshman Mueller’s time of 1:55.75 in the men’s 800 earned him a ninthplace nish.

e women’s 4x100 team — Parsio, Peterson, freshman Isabella Reyes, and freshman Mia Skuraton — nished third in their event, a time of 48.90. e women’s 4x400 group — sophomore Whitney Johnson, Peterson, Parsio, and Skuraton — ran their race in 1:55.75, which placed them second.

Additionally, at the AstroAI Distance Classic, graduate student Will Bullock nished the men’s 10,000 in 32:41.42.

Senior Skyler Danley nished the women’s 5,000 in 18:20.78 at the Oxy Distance Carnival and Spring Break Classic. at time was a new personal record and kept her at 10th on Pepperdine’s all-time list.

Sophomore Kira Graves nished the women’s 800 in 2:27.15 and junior Ryan Hemphill nished the men’s 1,500 in 4:02.66. Freshman Patrick omas nished the men’s 5,000 in 15:11.85.

e Waves will compete at the Bob Larsen Distance Invitational on Friday and Saturday at UCLA. ey will run at the Vince O’Boyle Track and Field Classic at UC Irvine on April 1.

Ninth-ranked Waves women’s tennis team defeats Oklahoma State

Pepperdine records fourth consecutive victory over a ranked opponent

By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

The Pepperdine Waves women’s tennis team, ranked ninth in the nation, won their fourth straight contest over a ranked team on March 5.

e Waves beat the 35th-ranked Oklahoma State Cowgirls 4-1 at Pepperdine’s Ralphs-Straus Tennis Center. Pepperdine previously knocked o Florida, Central Florida, and Michigan, all ranked in the country’s upper echelon of teams.

e Waves doubles squads got their team o on a winning foot against the Cowgirls. Sophomore Savannah Broadus and junior Janice Tjen, the top-ranked duo in the nation, beat So a Rojas and Alana Wolfberg 6-4. en, graduate student Anna Campana and junior Nikki Redelijk downed Lucia Peyre and Martina Zerulo 7-5.

Broadus, the 16th-ranked singles player nationally, beat Alana Wolfberg, ranked 107th, 6-1, 6-3. Tjen, rated 29th, downed Kristina Novak 6-3, 6-3 and Redelijk beat 118th-ranked So a Rojas, 6-4, 6-4.

Pepperdine’s Lisa Zaar, a senior, and graduate student Bunyawi amchaiwat, the 27th ranked doubles team, were defeated by Raquel Gonzalez and Ayumi Miyamoto.

e Waves defeated 15th-ranked Florida 4-0 on Feb. 24 and 14th-ranked Central Florida by the same score two days later. Pepperdine downed fth-ranked Michigan 4-0 the day before beating Oklahoma State.

Pepperdine recorded its rst victory of the season on Jan. 28. ey beat Clemson 4-0. e Waves beat Memphis 4-0 on Jan. 29, then were defeated by North Carolina 4-2 on Feb. 10. Pepperdine downed Virginia 4-1 on Feb. 11, but lost to Auburn 4-2 on Feb. 12.

e Waves have a 7-2 record. ey will play at USC on Saturday. e team hosts Ohio State on March 14.

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(Left) Pepperdine’s Lisa Zaar prepares to return a shot in the Waves’ women’s tennis match against Oklahoma State on Sunday, March 5. (Middle) Pepperdine sophomore Savannah Broadus has her eye on the ball in her match against Oklahoma State on March 5. (Right) Pepperdine junior Janice Tjen celebrates after winning a point against Oklahoma State on March 5. Photos by Je Golden

Waves track and field athlete Ryan Fabian, a freshman, finished