Bike lanes, pedestrian sidewalks and roundabouts were mostly suggested at last week’s Caltrans PCH Master Plan Feasibility Study Virtual Workshop. Since July, Caltrans representatives and the City of Malibu have held in-person and virtual workshops to get community feedback on the main highway in Malibu, Pacific Coast Highway (PCH).
So far, 90 percent of voters want bike lanes, wider sidewalks, buses, landscaping in a center median, and more parking on the beach side of PCH, according to residents who attended and participated in the surveys at the meetings.
Executive Liaison of Special Projects Ryan Snyder provided a report from the previous meetings and what participants have recommended so far. Roundabouts were being suggested in areas such as PCH and Webb Way, PCH and El Matador Beach, and PCH and Bonsall Drive. A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counterclockwise direction. Vehicles entering or exiting the roundabout must yield to vehi -
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justice, and equality. Those who fell honored us and all we stand for by paying the greatest price. The way we live now gives meaning and purpose to the way they lived then.”
The Malibu and Pepperdine communities gathered together on the Malibu campus to commemorate the lives lost at the 16th annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony.
“It’s not just the act of remembering that we’re interested in but what the act of remembering calls us to do moving forward,” Pepperdine University President Jim Gash said. “Where there is honor, there is freedom,
This year, Pepperdine welcomed a distinguished honoree, musician, actor, author, and speaker Pat Boone.
“Look at these precious flags,” Boone said. “Three thousand standing in our blessed California breeze. They’re standing, but they’re speaking, too. Listen and hear these flags speak and sing of America, of God and country and freedoms and liberties protected for all of us. Sing, flags, sing. We’re listening, and we love you.”
Three incumbents and two first-time candidates for Malibu City Council took questions at the Eastern
Candidates Forum on Saturday, Sept. 14.
Despite the far-off location at Fire Camp 8, every seat was filled with roughly 60 voters interested in how each
such topics as Pacific Coast Highway, development, civility, and processes at City Hall. The candidates include Channing Frykmann, Haylynn Conrad, Steve Uhring, Bruce Silverstein, and Paul Grisanti
Regarding PCH safety, Councilmember Paul Grisanti said people have driven Malibu’s main artery
During the ceremony, the final flag was planted by Eric Leshinsky, director of student veteran affairs and retired United States Air Force colonel, and Samuel Miller, Pepperdine Veterans Council (PeppVet) president.
The university also continued its annual Waves of Flags display at Alumni Park. Nearly 3,000 flags went on display to commemorate the lives lost on the terror attack Sept. 11, 2001; one U.S. flag for each victim who perished, plus 101 foreign flags representing countries who lost citizens in the attack.
The Waves of Flags tradition began in
From 3.7 to 4.7 magnitudes, Malibu was awakened by a series of earthquakes in just one week. On Thursday, Sept. 12, at 7:28 a.m., a 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Malibu with tremors felt across Southern California, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. A small rockslide was reported on Malibu Canyon Road. Crews temporarily stopped traffic on the canyon to remove dirt and rocks that tumbled onto the road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Authorities were on the scene and quickly cleared the area. Three other earthquakes shook Malibu this week on Monday morning. Two 1.4-magnitude earthquakes occurred an hour apart around 3 a.m. and a 3.6-magnitude earthquake occurred at 4:24 a.m. No damage was reported. LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath said she spoke to Malibu leaders after the earthquake and
Attorney Kellan Martz and Interim Planning Director Maureen Tamuri if they are able to add permits to the agenda.
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The reorganization of the chair and vice chair positions was the first item addressed at the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, Sept. 16.
Drew Leonard was elected as chair, and Dennis Robert Smith was elected as vice chair.
Commissioner Kraig Hill nominated himself and John Mazza seconded, but Smith won by a 3-2 vote. Mazza wanted to discuss an item that was not on the agenda and Commissioner Skylar Peak asked the Assistant City
Despite not being chair, Mazza kept interrupting Martz at the meeting. Martz reminded Mazza about the Brown Act, and not being able to address items that are not on the agenda. Mazza was frustrated with not being able to ask about items not on the agenda. Leonard told Mazza to send city staff an email about any questions.
The commission moved on to new items and motioned to grant a one-year time extension to Coastal Development Permit for Permit No. 18-032 and No. 20-031. The motion carried.
The commission approved Coastal Development Permit
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Pepperdine University’s President Jim Gash, Distinguished Honoree Pat Boone, University Board Co-Chair Marlyn Day, and Chancellor Sara Young Jackson pose for a photo following Pepperdine University’s annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, where Boone delivered the keynote address. Photo by Samatha Bravo/TMT
Malibu residents gathered on Saturday, Sept. 14, for a candidates forum. The candidates include (from left) Channing Frykmann, Haylynn Conrad, Steve Uhring, Bruce Silverstein, and Paul Grisanti. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT. Pepperdine
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An estimated 250 volunteers displayed nearly 3,000 flags at Alumni Park at Pepperdine campus
For Fans By Fans: Something old, something new, something for everybody Malibu’s Chris DeMoulin presents the Los Angeles Comic Con featuring a myriad of fandoms, cosplays, and special appearances
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Malibu’s Adamson House announces docent training Dear Editor, I’m writing to share an exciting opportunity for Malibu residents interested in art and local history. The California State Department of Parks and Recreation is currently recruiting volunteer docents for the historic Adamson House, affectionately known as the “Taj Mahal of Tile.”
Built by Malibu’s pioneering Rindge family in 1930, the Adamson House, located on Surfrider Beach, showcases the world’s largest collection of Malibu Potteries tile. Docents will have the privilege of exploring this architectural gem and its beauti-
ful grounds through private tours and lectures led by experts in archaeology, art, and Malibu history.
The next docent training session begins on Oct. 15. The program is largely self-paced, and after completion of the six-week course, volunteers are asked to commit to two four-hour shifts per month, guiding tours of both the Adamson House and the nearby Malibu Lagoon Museum.
For those interested in this unique opportunity, further information is available by contacting Allison Frye at ah.volunteers@parks.ca.gov.
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As we approach the 2024 election, now just six weeks away, we find ourselves at a crucial moment for our local community. Over the past few weeks, we’ve had the opportunity to hear from candidates in several forums. If you attended, I hope you left feeling informed and empowered. If not, don’t worry—there are more opportunities to engage. Coming up in our Oct. 3 issue, we will be
publishing a Q&A where all candidates have the chance to share their platforms. It’s a great resource to help you make informed decisions, so be sure to look for it.
In other news, we are finalizing the details for the upcoming Malibu Business Round Table, where we will meet in person. I look forward to sharing more about the location next week as we discuss important topics impacting our local businesses and city. It’s common to feel that one voice might not matter, but nothing could be further from the truth. Your involvement plays a crucial role in shaping key issues like the safety of Pacific Coast Highway, the quality of
our schools, future building and development, and the programs that enhance our children’s lives. Every decision on these matters begins with you—through your vote, your voice, and your active participation. Our city thrives when its citizens step up to be part of the conversation. Whether it’s attending a city council meeting, supporting candidates whose values align with yours, or simply staying informed, each action strengthens our community. This is your city—your future—and your voice matters. Let’s work together to build a safer, more vibrant, and more connected Malibu.
Driving Change: Malibu Road safety crisis is a scandal that demands immediate action
Malibu, a California beach town with just 10,000 residents, ranks among the top 25 cities in the United States for per capita road fatalities. This fact is not just shocking but outrageous. The tolerance of such carnage on its roads by a town with such resources in a nation as wealthy as America is a scandal that demands immediate action. The people of Malibu have every right to be enraged. Yet, for too long, the community has expected others to effect the necessary change. However, change will only come when the people of Malibu take ownership of demanding and creating that change. The dangerous conditions on our roads are not someone else’s problem. They are our problem. We must demand and make the change we want to see and do it now.
The other glaring fact is that Malibu needs to control its destination. The city must answer to so many government bodies that it is notable that anything gets done. This lack of control over its destiny is a scandal, hindering the city’s ability to implement necessary safety measures and improvements.
less driving. Speed cameras are a positive step, but how many lives will be lost before they are installed and operational?
The consequences of inaction are devastating. In recent years, pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers have been killed in crashes along PCH. The outrage in Malibu is not just about the past but also the present and future. It concerns the fundamental failure of the government to protect its most basic obligation: the safety of its citizens. This sentiment highlights the sense of urgency required to address this crisis. It emphasizes the need for immediate, tangible action to prevent further loss of life.
The Biden Administration’s National Roadway Safety Strategy, spearheaded by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, backed by $800 million in funding, offers a chance for redemption. If implemented effectively, this strategy could significantly improve road safety in cities like Malibu by providing the necessary funding and support for crucial safety programs and infrastructure improvements. For this initiative to establish credibility, it must begin by acknowledging the scandal of road fatalities in cities like Malibu and prioritizing their transformation. This involves funding and providing technical assistance and support to help smaller towns like Malibu implement effective safety programs.
Solutions exist to make Malibu’s roads safer. Increased enforcement and public awareness campaigns can combat reckless
recognizing that every life lost is a preventable tragedy, a tragedy that we, as a community, can and must prevent. It requires outrage at the status quo and a commitment to change. It requires making the safety of roads like those in Malibu a non-negotiable priority. It requires the community to organize, advocate, and demand action from its leaders. All the people of Malibu must demand action. It is time for the government at all levels to heed their call and take immediate responsibility for the safety of its citizens. It is time for the community to realize that change will only come when they demand it.
Buttigieg’s strategy and the funding behind it offer a chance to create the safe and just transportation system that every community deserves. But for this effort to have any meaning, it must start by addressing the
specific scandals of road safety in Malibu, such as the high per capita road fatalities and the delayed implementation of safety measures. The lives lost on Malibu’s roads are a tragic reminder of the stakes. It is time to turn outrage into action. When will the people of Malibu turn the complaints into action and finally demand the change they deserve? The time for action is now.
With that in mind, I realize that by writing this column every other week, I am no different than those who complain or write on social media. That must change how I create and do not.
Last week, I decided to take action. I complained we were all siloed working individuals, and this, to me, was my calling. Not that anyone has asked me, but I have always seen an issue and dived in. I am going to organize all the different silos so that we
have one voice; there is strength in the passion that everyone displays, and not being a government organization, we can move in between the spaces to create a public/private nonprofit. Using our nonprofit, The Emily Shane Foundation, as the private and aligning with a public nonprofit whether it be the city or a school we then open a whole source of funding where we can look at issues and see what, accelerate our educational mission and bring on people that have the same passion and make the changes. Stay tuned for concrete ideas. If we work together, we can make the change. The lives of all of us who travel PCH depend on it. Each one of us has a role to play in this collective effort. Our actions, no matter how small, can significantly improve road safety in Malibu. You can reach me at 21milesinmalibu.com
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The following incidents were reported between:
AUG 8 - AUG 17
8/8 | Vandalism
A property on Trancas Canyon Road was vandalized, and multiple walls were graffitied. There are no security cameras available for evidence. The damage was estimated to cost $1,100.
8/14 | Burglary
A property on Wildlife Road was broken into and a generator worth $1,300 was stolen. The victim arrived to the construction site and noticed one of the metal gates was left open and multiple tools were stolen. A window near the front door was shattered, and the victim believes the suspects entered through there. The window was estimated to cost $1,200 to repair. It was unclear if there were any security cameras available for evidence.
8/16 | Grand theft
A designer Chanel bag was stolen from a guest dining at Nobu. The bag was worth $5,500. The items inside were worth $1,680. The victim also had an estimated $200 in cash. The security footage was uploaded for evidence.
8/17 | Vandalism
A property on Heathercliff Road was vandalized while the homeowner was on vacation. The victim said a plant pot was shattered, and a door was damaged. The damage was estimated to cost $2,000. There were no security cameras available to provide evidence.
Nicholas Cage buys $10.5 million beach house in Western Malibu
Oscar-winning actor Nicholas Cage just plunked down $10.5 million for a beach house in Western Malibu. The actor, who lives full-time in Nevada, bought the longtime family home of Lenard Liberman of LBI Media. The 4,000-square-foot home on four levels is on Sea Level Drive with access to a secluded beach. The home’s first floor has floor-toceiling windows to take advantage of its front-row ocean views. The property also boasts a rare rooftop deck, hard to come by in Malibu due to building regulations. Another selling point is the home includes a vacant lot next door, a rarity for beachfront homes that typically sit side-by-side. Cage was able to buy the house for below its asking price of $10.75 million.
Major milestone reached in schools separation agreement
Negotiators for Santa Monica and Malibu have finally agreed on a schools separation agreement that will ultimately bring a stand-alone Malibu Unified School District to fruition. After summer negotiations broke down, the City of Malibu and the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District agreed to hammer out a final proposal that will be up for public review next month.
The two sides announced Sept. 12 that their respective subcommittees agreed to terms on three key elements: a revenue sharing agreement, an operational transfer agreement, and a joint powers agreement. The City of Malibu and the SMMUSD Board of Education are expected to approve the latest package, which will then move on to the Los Angeles County Office of Education County Committee on School District Organization for a public hearing.
Any shortfalls in educational costs to Santa Monica District students would be made up by property tax revenue from Malibu. According to financial modeling, revenue sharing could be finished by 2041 or even earlier if Santa Monica revenue growth exceeds target numbers.
In a statement Sept. 12, Malibu Mayor Doug Stewart said, “This marks a crucial step forward for Malibu as we move closer to creating an independent school district that reflects the unique needs and values of our community. The separation package is a result of a collaborative effort aimed at ensuring both Malibu and Santa Monica students receive an exceptional education. I want to extend my gratitude to the members of the subcommittee, whose hard work
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and dedication have been essential to reaching this point.”
Point Dume Mobile Home Park is sold
Known as one of the most expensive mobile home parks in the country, Point Dume Mobile Home Park has been sold. The enclave in Point Dume is home to more than 300 families, making it one of Malibu’s largest neighborhoods. Tenants were notified of the change of ownership Sept. 12.
A distributed memo indicated the property was sold by Point Dume, Ltd., owned by the Adamson family of Malibu, to Point Dume MHC, L.L.C., a Delaware limited liability company. There is no word yet from the new owners on whether they plan to make changes to the management of the park, although two residents told The Malibu Times that a longtime maintenance employee was laid off. Although homes in the Point Dume Club can sell for millions of dollars, homeowners do not own the land. Spaces in the park are rented with some monthly space fees topping $4,000. Under new ownership it is possible for rental fees to rise. The Point Dume Club was originally built in Malibu to comply with affordable housing rules.
Call to Action: Save Lives, Donate Blood on Sept. 19 at City Hall
Join the City of Malibu and the American Red Cross for a critical Community Blood Drive on Thursday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Hall (23825 Stuart Ranch Road). Your action can save lives.
Every day, blood donations are crucial for surgeries, emergencies, and medical procedures. But in times of major crises — earthquakes, hurricanes, shootings, or terrorist attacks — donated blood becomes even more vital.
According to the American Red Cross, the Red Cross faces an emergency blood shortage after its blood inventory plummeted more than 25 percent in July. This summer’s record-setting heat is a significant contributor to recent blood collection challenges impacting almost 100 blood drives in the last month, in nearly every state where the Red Cross collects blood, further compounding other typical seasonal obstacles to blood donation, such as vacation travel and summer activities. Meanwhile, regular hospital demand for lifesaving blood products has remained constant, rapidly drawing down the blood supply.
Make an appointment to give blood or platelets. All types of blood are needed now, especially types O positive and O negative, as well as platelet donations, to help
reverse this national blood shortage.
The City of Malibu is honored to partner with the American Red Cross to bring this essential event to our community. We urge everyone to roll up their sleeves and give the gift of life.
The use of facemasks in City Hall is “individual preference,” in accordance with the facemask guidelines of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. For more details, visit the LA County Public Health Department
To sign up to donate, please register in advance on the Red Cross website at https://www.redcrossblood.org and enter “CityofMalibu.” For any questions, call (818) 200-3445. Remember to bring a photo ID, stay hydrated, and eat well before and after donating.
Volunteers sought for Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. 21
Heal the Bay mobilizes thousands of volunteers for its 35th annual Coastal Cleanup Day at more than 60 sites throughout Los Angeles County. Since 1985, 1.6 million volunteers have removed 26 million pounds of trash from California’s beaches and inland waterways. Among the unusual items found by Heal the Bay volunteers in past years: a white wedding dress, a pumpkin full of hardboiled eggs, a $100 bill torn in half and a World War II-era gas mask.
Cleanups will be held at a variety of locations, including beach, inland (river/lake), restoration, kayak, paddle-boarding and SCUBA dive sites. Participants can visit the site map to find a convenient location and to see the different types of cleanups.
Cleanups are a last line of defense to prevent trash from causing harm to our oceans, wildlife communities and even beach-goers. Plastic pollution continues to proliferate, with scientists estimating there may be more plastic in the sea than fish by mass in 2050. Volunteers can’t stop all the trash from entering the ocean and inland waterways, but every piece counts.
Participants will learn about the harms of plastic pollution and get tips on how to take preventative community action throughout the year. Volunteers leave with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction in taking direct action to protect
what they love.
People from all backgrounds volunteer for Coastal Cleanup Day — families, schools, faith-based organizations, businesses, sports teams, clubs, and just everyday ocean lovers. There is no need for any advance training or equipment. Heal the Bay captains provide instructions, safety talks, and supplies. Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a legal guardian. Children 13 and younger must be supervised by an adult at the event.
Volunteers can sign up at Heal the Bay’s registration page. Participants must also sign a waiver and keep their email confirmation to facilitate day-of check-in.
Changes coming to City Council meeting format and start times
The Malibu City Council has adopted Ordinance 521, officially changing the time and organization of City Council meetings. Starting Oct. 14, regular council meetings (still on the second and fourth Mondays of each month) will begin at 5:30 p.m. The meeting agenda will be restructured to move the Consent Calendar, presentations, and reports from the city manager, commissions, and committees prior to 6:30 p.m. Public Comment will continue to be scheduled at 6:30 p.m. These changes are meant to improve meeting efficiency, ensuring that administrative and presentation items are addressed promptly, allowing more time for public engagement and deliberation on actionable city business items.
Additional details include:
Earlier start time: Meetings will now begin at 5:30 p.m., 60 minutes earlier than before.
This adjustment is intended to allow the council to deliberate on actionable city business at a more reasonable hour while also ensuring that administrative or ministerial items are addressed earlier in the evening.
• Consent Calendar: The Consent Calendar will be addressed before 6:30 p.m. This change will help both the council and city staff complete these administrative items promptly, avoiding delays caused by other actions. The public still can comment on the entire Consent Calendar, and councilmembers will retain the ability to pull items for further discussion. However, the public will no longer have the ability to pull items off the calendar for
discussion, but may request that the council do so.
• Presentations: Presentation items will be heard immediately after the Consent Calendar and prior to 6:30 p.m. This adjustment is designed to accommodate participants who need to present, ensuring their items are addressed early in the meeting.
• Written and Oral Communications: The order of communications during meetings will be reorganized as follows:
• Commission/Committee/City Manager Updates (before 6:30 p.m.) Public Comment concerning matters not on the agenda (at 6:30 p.m.)
• City Council Subcommittee Reports/Mayor and Councilmember Reports (resuming after Public Comment) Council meetings will continue to be held in-person at City Hall and virtually over Zoom, with public commenting available in both formats. Videos of all council meetings are available to view on-demand on the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/ user/CityofMalibu (click “Live Videos”).
All City Council agendas and staff reports, along with viewing and commenting instructions, are posted in advance on the website at https://www.malibucity.org/ agendacenter.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement these adjustments to better serve our community.
Caltrans study to identify safety, travel improvements
The Caltrans Master Plan Feasibility Study aims to identify safety and multimodal travel improvements for all users of PCH in Malibu, including multimodal travel options for pedestrians and bicyclists, as well as enhancing transit opportunities on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in Malibu. The PCH Master Plan will include community stakeholder engagement activities and community outreach meetings to gather input on various traffic calming measures and other street improvements, including a “boulevard” roadway. This Master Plan will be used in future PCH safety improvement projects. For background information, review the Fact Sheet. For further questions, please contact D7.System.Planning@dot.ca.gov
Jordan Dorn and Julia Scherek tied the knot on August 24th, 2024, at the home of longtime Malibu residents Tony and Cindy Dorn at Zuma Beach. The ceremony was a toast to love and family in front of the sea.
Jordan was born and raised on Point Dume, attending Our Lady of Malibu, Malibu High, and graduating from Loyola Marymount as a finance major. He has built a very successful Malibu brand known as Zuma Nutrition. By his side were his brothers A.J. and Jimmy, niece Ella James, and many locals and longtime friends.
Julia is a graduate of the Academy of the Arts and a model for the Wilhelmina agency. The wedding nuptials were well attended by a large group of Minnesotans and a wide soiree of friends and family, including siblings Janey, Josie, and niece Everly and nephew Louie.
Parents of the bride are Jennifer and Rick Scherek from Stillwater, Minnesota.
The newlyweds will honeymoon in Mallorca and Portugal before coming back to their home in Southern California.
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recommended. Registration is not required for accompanying adults.
tue sep 24
SOULFUL ART MEDITATION
CLASS
Stop by Tracy Park Gallery on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for a Soulful art meditation class. Have you felt stuck and ready to live more in the present?
Guests will participate in meditation and can create an art activities. No experience necessary.
Class is $222. Will have supplies available. RSVP with Lisa Love at (310) 722-0240.
wed sep 25
MEET THE DINOSAURS AT THE MALIBU LIBRARY
by between 3 to 6 p.m., with poet Chenelle Bremont. She’ll be highlighting her book “Love Across the Stars: Poems” with a short reading, and book signing. Welcoming all readers who want to chat with an author, and talk about favorite books or poems.
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FARMERS MARKET
The Malibu Farmers Market returns to the Library Plaza on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 23555 Civic Center Way, adjacent to the library. For updates, follow up on instagram@ malibufarmersmarket.
WEEDING EVENT AT POINT DUME
thu sep 19
MUSIC TOGETHER FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS
Families will sing, move, and play child-friendly instruments together with Cheryl Lev, on Thursday, Sept. 19, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Malibu Library.
sat sep 21
COASTAL CLEANUP DAY 2024
Join Heal the Bay and other environmental organizations for the biggest volunteer event of the year, “Coastal Cleanup Day 2024” on Saturday, Sept. 21, starting at 9 a.m. A few hours removing ocean-bound debris from your favorite beach, inland waterway, or park will do greater L.A. — and your soul — a world of good. Bring your friends and family to one of 30-plus locations, from Compton to Malibu. In Malibu, the group will meet at Zuma Beach Tower 2 at 9 a.m.
DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING
If you want to try scuba diving, take the plunge into the PADI® experience at the Malibu Community Pool with highly trained Malibu Divers PADI® Professionals on Saturdays, Sept. 21 and Sept. 28, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Registration is open online at MalibuCity.org/Register. Instructed by the Malibu Divers.
Scuba gear is provided.
DANCE FOR DEMOCRACY
Come dance to support democracy with The States Project-Malibu! The States Project enhances the effectiveness and funding of state legislative campaigns to secure governing majorities by providing nonpartisan tools and resources to support a diverse community of state lawmakers dedicated to improving the lives of their constituents; see statesproject. org. On Sept. 21, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Point Dume Club, 29500 Heathercliff Road. Make donations at www.grapevine. org/giving-circle/Bo0h304/TheStates-Project-Malibu. Contact drk@themckinnalearningcenter. com for information and RSVP
EASTWOOD RANCH GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
Join Eastwood Ranch on Saturday, Sept 21, from 12 to 4 p.m. for the grand opening of the long-awaited Eastwood Ranch Rescue & Adoption Center in Agoura Hills. The event will feature tours of the new facility, meet and adopt pets, raffle prizes, goodie bags, and more. The address is 28260 Dorothy Drive, Agoura Hills. For more information, please see eastwoodranch.org
CAFFEINATED VERSE
Hosted by Malibu Poet Laureate Nathan Hassall, Caffeinated Verse is a monthly poetry workshop that includes featured reader Ronald Koertge, followed by an open mic format. The workshops are open to poets of all levels. On Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Malibu Library.
sat sep21 & sun sep 22
TERESSA FOGLIA AND HUNTER BELL
Join us with Hunter Bell at our Malibu boutique on Sept. 21 and 22! Indulge in a weekend of shopping their stunning collection, enjoying refreshing drinks, and experiencing the latest in fashion and collection of Teressa Foglia hats. We can’t wait to see you! On Sept. 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located at 3824 Cross Creek Road in Malibu. For more information visit teressafoglia.com.
sun sep 22
TINY TOT OLYMPIC GAMES
Join the Community Services Department and community class instructors for the 2024 Tiny Tot Olympics! The event for ages 2-6 will take place on Sunday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Malibu Bluffs Park and will feature Olympic Games, an Olympic Village, bounce houses, and an art activity. Sports include basketball, baseball, equestrian, skateboarding, soccer, tennis, track, and more! Preregistration is
Do you like dinosaurs? Come discover some fun facts about dinosaurs and then use your imagination and a variety of art supplies to decorate your own 2-D cardboard dinosaur on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Malibu Library. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver.
fri sep 27
NIGHTS OF THE JACK
LA’s leading immersive Halloween experience, Nights Of The Jack, is back this year for the seventh year. Welcoming over 100,000 people every year, greater LA area residents, families, and celebrity fans alike are expected to return to King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas for the annual event. To purchase tickets visit, NightsOfTheJack.com, and the 30-plus day experience kicks off beginning Friday, Sept. 27, through Nov. 2.
mon sep 30
FILM SCREENING FOR TEENS AND ADULTS AT MALIBU CITY HALL
At 16 years old, varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit attempted to end her life. “My Ascension” is the story of the day that changed Emma’s life, and everything that’s happened since. On Monday, Sept. 30, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Malibu City Hall. This film is not rated. For ages 13-plus. “My Ascension” is an inspiring look at Emma’s story, and includes firsthand experiences of families, friends, school officials, and suicide prevention experts. The film does not shy away from the difficult realities of the ongoing youth suicide crisis, but shares valuable resources to help keep teens safe. After the film, there will be a panel discussion with mental health professionals.
tue oct 1
AUTHOR MEET AND GREET AT MALIBU VILLAGE BOOKS
“Author Meet and Greet” happening at the Malibu Village Books on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Stop
Join fellow preservationists the second Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Point Dume Preserve at Birdview and Cliffside Drive to keep the headlands poison-free. Please bring gardening gloves and be prepared to do some hand weeding with some of your wonderful neighbors. Parking is available at Westward Beach.
MEET THE MAKERS: SIP & SHOP AT THIRD SPACE
Shop our local, handmade, and sustainable products while getting to know our local creatives and the story behind their brands at Third Space every third Sunday of the month. The next one is on Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. in partnership with Malibu Village Books.
TOTAL BODY WORKOUT
A comprehensive low-impact strengthening class targeting all the major muscles of the upper and lower body with special attention to form, stabilization, core strength, and balance. Please bring your own hand weights and yoga mats. Instructed by Jackline Daneshrad. The classes are from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Sept. 3, Oct. 1, and Nov. 5. $5 per class. Preregistration is recommended. At the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park.
KNITTING
Join the City of Malibu’s Community Services Department and Sheila Rosenthal for a knitting workshop that takes place on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 a.m. This program is a welcoming gathering space for fiber artists that fosters community through open stitch. Make a scarf, hat, blanket, or homemade gift. No experience necessary. Please bring size 8 needles and one skein of yarn. This is an ongoing, drop-in program. Instructed by Sheila Rosenthal.
RELAXING THROUGH COLORING
The art of coloring activates different areas of the brain, using logic, forming colors, and creativity. Join this free, unstructured program. Instructed by Judy Merrick. Complimentary program. Visit malibucity.org for dates and times.
STRETCH AND STRENGTH
Participants will focus on increasing flexibility, balance, circulation, and muscle tone while learning to relax through breathing techniques. Bring yoga blocks and a mat. Instructed by Marsha Cooper. $5 per class. Visit malibucity. org for dates and times.
SENIOR CHOIR
Learn the fundamentals of singing and performing different styles of music. Every Tuesday, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Malibu City Hall Senior Center. This is a great opportunity for socialization, self-expression, and learning through music. All levels are welcome. Instructed by Laura DeMieri Fercano
Join Heal the Bay and other environmental organizations for the biggest volunteer event of the year, “Coastal Cleanup Day 2024” on Saturday, Sept. 21, starting at 9 a.m.
Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.
Duke’s Restaurant raises money for Wounded Warrior Project
Local restaurant takes pride in helping veterans and supporting the Malibu community
By JUDY ABEL Special to The Malibu Times
Duke’s Malibu, one of the city’s most popular restaurants, took part in a meaningful initiative during the week of Sept. 11 to support veterans by raising funds for the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). This fundraising campaign, which spanned across five California restaurants in the Duke’s group, not only raised significant awareness but also provided much-needed funds for veterans requiring special care and rehabilitation.
“This is an initiative we’re doing throughout our five California restaurants this week in honor of the anniversary of 9/11,” said Jimmy Chavez, the manager of Duke’s Malibu.
From Sept. 9-15, the restaurant chain encouraged guests to donate to the Wounded Warrior Project online. As part of the promotion, Duke’s offered to deduct any guest’s online donation amount, up to $50, from their dining bill. Guests simply had to show their
servers proof of the online donation, and the bill was adjusted accordingly.
The promotion was primarily communicated through Duke’s email blasts and social media platforms, reaching regular customers. “Other customers heard through word of mouth and our own fan base,” Chavez mentioned. The campaign saw early success, with several thousand dollars raised in the first three days alone. Friday, Sept. 13, proved particularly fruitful, with over $2,000 in contributions. This is typically one of Duke’s busiest days, attracting both visitors and locals to its scenic oceanside location.
One of the key moments of the week occurred on that Friday when two representatives from the Wounded Warrior Project visited Duke’s to make a presentation to the employees. Chavez described the event as “inspirational,” noting that one of the presenters was a former Marine who had served three tours in Iraq and sustained injuries in combat. “It was cool to see the history of the foundation, how the funds are distributed, and hear stories from a veteran. It was very moving for the crew,” he added.
Duke’s Malibu aimed to raise $10,000 by the end of the weekend. Chavez was opti-
mistic that by Saturday and Sunday, the restaurant would hit its goal, citing strong community support.
This marks the second consecutive year that Duke’s has partnered with the Wounded Warrior Project. The restaurant chain considered various organizations to support, and after a vote across all California locations, WWP was chosen. Founded in 2003, the Wounded Warrior Project initially provided care and comfort items to injured service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Over the years, the nonprofit has expanded to offer mental health counseling, long-term rehabilitative care, and advocacy for veterans. Chavez noted, “The cause resonated with all the different employees and everyone in all the California restaurants, and that’s why we chose Wounded Warriors.”
Along with Duke’s Malibu, locations in La Jolla and Huntington Beach also participated in the campaign.
Employing 130 people, Duke’s Malibu is one of the largest employers in the city. Chavez emphasized the importance of hiring local workers. “Local kids have always been ideal because the commute is one of the biggest challenges to get anyone to work
in Malibu,” he said, noting that many of the staff include Pepperdine University students as well as individuals who grew up in Malibu. Duke’s Malibu is well-known for its community involvement and charitable efforts. The restaurant just participated in the 2024 Malibu Boys & Girls Club’s annual Chili Cook-Off, raising $5,000 for the organization through the sale of its award-winning chili. Duke’s won second place in the vegan category this year with a history of success in the event, winning first place in that category in 2023 and taking first prize in the meat chili contest in 2022. “They’re one of our fa-
vorites,” Chavez said of the Malibu Boys & Girls Club.
Alongside its young staff members, Duke’s also boasts an iconic figure in the surfing world and in pop culture: Kathy Kohner-Zuckerman, known as the original “Gidget.” Zuckerman, who has served as Duke’s Ambassador of Aloha for two decades, attended the WWP presentation and praised the restaurant’s commitment to helping others. “Duke’s is always there for any situation to help out. It’s a real sense of community that wishes to help,” she commented.
Voters to consider a climate bond totaling $10 billion in the November election
If approved, the provision will primarily fund improved drinking water, and wildfire prevention and mitigation
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu Times
In times when the state of California is facing a $56 billion deficit, those voting in the Nov. 5 election are asked to approve California Proposition 4, the Parks, Environment, Energy and Water Bond, a legislature-referred measure totaling $10 billion.
Fiscal impacts matter
Bond financing is a type of long-term borrowing that the state uses to raise money for various purposes. The state obtains money by selling bonds to investors, and in exchange, it agrees to repay the investors’ money with interest, according to specified schedules.
Before reviewing the specifics of the bond measure, it’s instructive to assess its fiscal impact in light of the state’s bonded debt capacity.
The Legislative Analyst Office’s Overview of State Bond Debt reports that California is repaying an estimated $80 billion in bonded debt now and the state is authorized to sell an outstanding $35 billion in bonds. The state spends approximately three percent of its total annual general fund — a full $6 billion — to repay bonds.
The office’s overview estimates that taxpayers will incur approximately $400 million annually for 40 years to repay Proposition 4, which seeks voter approval authorizing the state to issue $10 billion in bonds to fund various environmental, energy, water infrastructure, and flood protection projects.
The Parks, Environment, Energy and Water Bond
Drilling down into specific allocations, one learns that Proposition 4’s funds would be spent on the following efforts: $3.8 billion to address drought, flood and water supply issues, which, when further delineated, includes allocating $1.9 billion for increasing the quantity and quality of water supplies, $1.1 billion for flood reduction measures and $800 million for river and lake restoration.
Second, the measure also proposes to allocate $1.5 billion for forest health and wildfire prevention efforts, consisting of $890 million for restoring coastal areas and $310 billion for improving ocean habitats and marine wildlife.
Third, $1.2 billion is proposed to address sea-level rise in coastal areas.
The proposition also would allocate funding to benefit lower-income communities and areas affected by environmental changes and disasters.
Looking at the measures from both sides — should such expenditures be budgeted for or bonded?
In an article entitled “California has enough debt. It doesn’t need $10 billion more for a climate bond,” State Sen. Brian Jones, a Republican who serves as the Legislature’s minority leader representing California’s 40th Senate District, advocates rejection of Proposition 4. His salient points are “Let’s be clear about what bonds are: This isn’t free money — they are Wall Street loans with high interest rates. The real winners with bonds are wealthy investors, and the losers, of course, are taxpayers.”
Apart from his funding source objections, Jones criticizes the measure as addressing, “supposed climate programs that are vaguely defined, and in some cases, dubiously labeled.” Further, he asserts, “What’s most concerning is that many items in Prop. 4 don’t even meet the basic definition of infrastructure. Bonds should be reserved for projects that offer lasting value, such as roads, bridges or water storage, that will still be useful decades from now, long after the 40-year bond payments have been made.”
The gravamen of his complaint is that “Prop. 4 will spend millions on so-called infrastructure for farm ers’ markets — things like pop tents, restrooms, and hand-washing stations. It will also fund ‘workforce de velopment,’ to ‘help mitigate unemployment,’ which of course is completely unrelated to infrastructure and climate.”
Continuing on articulating his objections, Jones states, “To top it off, the bond also includes grants for exhibit galleries at zoos and museums and even vanpool ve hicles for low-income workers. Does that sound like climate-related infrastructure?” he queries, noting that the $10 billion bond will cost taxpayers more than $2 to repay for every dollar spent.
Jones also makes a substantive objection, noting that in 2014, California voters passed a bond measure that would provide billions of dollars specifically for water storage projects.
That measure was the paradigm example of a pro verbial campaign promise, he posits, stating, “Nearly a decade has passed and despite all that funding, not a single drop of water has been stored — the promises made to voters have gone unfulfilled, leaving many to wonder by Democratic politicians are asking for even more funding now.”
Continuing, Jones asserts, “Before approving more borrowed money, voters deserve to see results from previous investments.”
Jones’ biggest beef is that “just two years ago, California had a nearly $100 billion budget surplus and had these climate projects truly been a priority, the state could have used a mere 10 percent of that surplus to fund all the programs in this bond.”
Without directly addressing the controversy regarding whether expenditures for the goals of the proposition should be included in the state’s general fund budget, as opposed to being funded via bond debt, advocates for the passage of Proposition 4 maintain that the measure assists with ensuring that Californians have safe drinking water, wildfire prevention, clean air, and natural resources protection. Yesonprop4ca.com asserts that California faces devastating wildfires, vulnerable drinking water supplies, extreme summer heat, and other major threats from a changing climate.
“Vote yes on Prop 4 to protect California and what makes our state so special,” the advocacy group urges, remarking that the proposition will provide clean, safe
drinking water, protect the air we breathe, and protect California’s forests.
“Prop 4 upgrades vital water infrastructure across California and will fix our crumbling dams and levees, restore groundwater supplies and increase local water recycling programs,” advocates maintain. The proposition, those advocating its passage emphasize, “ensures all Californians have access to clean water and healthy communities.” Prop 4, they note, prepares communities for extreme heat, with investments in planting shade trees, creating more green spaces and building community cooling centers.
Advocates for the proposition are many and varied, including organizations representing various sectors such as agriculture, business, clean energy, climate, environmental justice, and sustainability organizations. Proponents include a variety of organizations, such as the Cal Fire Firefighters, the California Council of Land Trusts, the California Federation of Labor Unions, the California Federation of Teachers, the California Water Association, the League of California Cities, and the Save the Redwoods League.
said LA County Public Works and LA County Fire Department are surveying the area and said there was no significant damage. To report issues, call 211. For more information visit earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/ eventpage/ci40731623/map
SMMUSD Superintendent Antonio Shelton released a statement the morning of last week’s earthquake.
“Dear Malibu Families, Staff and Community Members,
As you are aware, Malibu was the epicenter of an earthquake at 7:28 a.m. that was felt throughout the Los Angeles area and beyond. It’s now being reported as a 4.3 magnitude. We are hearing reports of small aftershocks. Our staff who were on campus preparing for school checked our campuses thoroughly and reported no damage. Further facilities team review is in progress. School is in session today. We understand some of our students and staff may be a bit unsettled. Our site leadership is there to
support. Parents, please let us know if your student needs additional attention from this experience. As we have done annually, we will be participating in the Great Shakeout Drill on 10.17.24 at 10:17 a.m. and encourage families to use this day to update their own emergency supplies and plans. We are thankful that there is no damage or injuries reported to the community at this time. Stay safe, take care of yourself and each other.”
Pepperdine University also shared a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, about last week’s earthquake.
“The shaking from the initial earthquake was felt on the University’s Southern California campuses, and in particular at Malibu and Calabasas,” the post says. “At this time, the University has not received reports of any injuries or damage as a result of the earthquake. Utility service continues at all University campuses, and there are no reported impacts to campus routes.”
The City of Malibu provided an update and shared some safety tips on social media after the earth-
quake occurred.
“There were no immediate re ports of damage or injuries, how ever, damage assessments have only just begun,” the post says. “There are reports of rocks in the roads on Malibu Canyon and Kanan Dume and other canyons in the Mali bu area. The city’s Public Works Department immediately began assessing the roadways and infra structure for damage. The Building Safety Department is also conduct ing damage assessments. The city is coordinating with partner agencies including LA County Fire De partment, LA County Sheriff’s Department, LA County Public Works, and Caltrans on damage assessment and response. Minor earthquakes are a strong reminder to check your emergency supplies and review emergency plans to be prepared for earthquakes. Check the expiration dates of food, water, batteries and medication in your emergency supplies. Motorists should proceed with caution on canyon roads, as even minor earth quakes can cause rocks to fall from hillsides onto the road way, posing a hazard for drivers.”
The staff at Duke’s Malibu is shown with members of the Wounded Warrior Project during last week’s fundraising campaign for the WWP. Photo by Alex Valdez
LOCAL
City of Malibu hosts annual Safety and Preparedness Fair
Residents spend a day learning safety tips and how to prepare for natural disasters
By BENJAMIN HANSON Special to The Malibu Times
The City of Malibu hosted the annual Safety and Preparedness Fair at the City Hall parking lot Sunday, Sept. 15.
The free event was organized by Malibu’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and featured safety training, an earthquake simulator, a fire extinguisher course, and other safety tips from first responders and volunteer groups.
CERT Leader Richard Garvey said it’s important to host these fairs for Malibu residents because the city is isolated compared to Los Angeles.
“Disasters happen and if it’s a localized disaster, we’re cut off from much of the rest of LA,” Garvey said. “We have to be able to maintain our own resources to some degree and take care of ourselves because help is not necessarily going to be there as quickly as if you’re in the middle of West LA or something like that.”
In addition to CERT and the City of Malibu; LA County Fire Department, LA County Sheriff’s Department, Arson Watch, Volunteers on Patrol, California Highway Patrol, LA County Fire Forestry, Malibu Search & Rescue, SoCal Edison, Community Brigades, American Red Cross and many more set up tents and booths to provide residents with life-saving tips in the events of disasters.
“The first time you want to learn those things and learn who those people are, is not when you’re in the middle of a disaster,” Garvey said. “You want to get
an idea of what the resources are, who can help you, what’s going to happen.”
Safe-T-Proof brought their earthquake simulator
2008 when the Pepperdine College Republicans wanted to pay tribute to the lives lost on 9/11. Since then, Waves of Flags has been an annual act of service for the Pepperdine, Malibu, and surrounding communities.
On Sept. 7, a group of nearly 350 volunteers, including Pepperdine alumni, faculty, staff, students, and Malibu community members, joined together to raise the flags.
Students and distinguished guests attending the ceremony witnessed the placing of the final flag by director of student veterans affairs and United States Air Force veteran Eric Leshinsky, and PeppVet president and senior Samuel Miller.
machine that people could sit in and it would shake, preparing residents for the intensity of a quake.
“It’s to show and get people ready to see what an
earthquake feels like of that magnitude,” Seismic Specialist Robert Risick said. “But it’s not going to feel exactly like the earthquake when it happens, but it’s as close as we can get without one in the real world.”
At the back of the parking lot, CERT were training kids and adults on what to do if there’s a fire. A simulated fire was lit and people were taught how to aim and squeeze a fire extinguisher.
The children participated by learning how to ride a bike safely on streets and how to read a stoplight, sitting on the LASD and CHP motorcycles, looking around the cabin of the fire trucks, learning how to operate a tow truck and scaling a rock climbing wall.
Lia Calica traveled from Camarillo to attend because she wanted more information about earthquake preparedness.
Calica said she loved that every vendor spent time with her explaining what to do in different types of disasters and loved that there was stuff for the kids as well.
Guests enjoyed double-doubles, chips and soda from In-N-Out’s truck and dessert from Tikiz Shaved Ice truck.
Garvey said this year’s fair had the highest attendance numbers in years and hopes that event-goers learned tips on how to prepare for any and all emergencies.
“We hope that everybody comes away from here knowing a little bit more about how to defend themselves or take care of themselves or protect themselves or keep themselves and their families safe during a disaster,” Garvey said.
Malibu residents who are interested in further preparedness training from CERT can sign up for classes at https://www.malibucity.org/226/CERT.
“It was a great honor,” Miller said. “Eric (Leshinsky) helped lead the way for all of us, he got all involved with what the school does, and I’m glad to be here today.”
Miller said he attended the ceremony last year with special guest and actor Chris Pratt in attendance.
“Chris Pratt did a great job, it’s also something Pepperdine has been known for because they do it every year, and I’m glad to be a part of it,” he said.
This year’s ceremony was also attended by 2024 Malibu City Council candidate Haylynn Conrad.
“The Pepperdine ceremony was absolutely beautiful, and I think all the schools in Malibu should be doing trips to Pepperdine,” Conrad said. “Pat Boone’s song made me cry, and Pepperdine being in our backyard, doing all these ceremonies, it blows me away, I was
definitely crying — it blows me away.”
In addition to the Waves of Flags display, Pepperdine is the home of Heroes Garden, a public space for visitors to reflect and honor all those who live heroic lives, including Pepperdine alumnus Thomas E. Burnett Jr. (MBA ‘95), a passenger on United Flight 93, whose life was cut short in the 9/11 attacks. The garden’s plaque reads: “Dedicated to freedom’s heroes of September 11, 2001, and the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93, among them Pepperdine alumnus Thomas E. Burnett, Jr., who sacrificed their lives to overcome terrorists’ intent on destroying American lives and landmarks in our nation’s capital. We shall never forget.”
Waves of Flags is open to the public for viewing and visitation at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Malibu Canyon Road until Friday, Sept. 27.
Pat Boone (middle) was this year’s distinguished honoree at the annual 9/11 ceremony at Pepperdine University. Pepperdine’s President Jim Gash (Bottom left) at the podium for the annual 9/11 Ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Ani Dermenjian, Pat Boone and Heidi Bernard Director of Community Engagement (top right) pose for a photo following the service. Students and distinguished guests (middle right) also witnessed the placing of the final flag by PeppVet President and senior Samuel Miller and Director of Student Veterans Affairs and United States Air Force veteran Eric Leshinsky. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT
There were many activities aimed at helping children understand safety at the Safety and Preparedness Fair at Malibu City Hall on Sept. 15. Photos by Benjamin Hanson
Malibu junior lifeguard makes waves at championships
After competing in his last junior competition, Bodie Addison is ready to move on to state lifeguard events
By MCKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times
Lifeguarding is a family affair for Bodie Addison. His dad, Ryan Addison, is a lifeguard captain at Zuma Beach and his mother, Darlene, an emergency room and oncology nurse, was also once a lifeguard. How did the two meet? You guessed it: while competing in a lifesaving paddleboard competition. They began teaching Bodie, a 15-year-old Malibu High junior, the tricks of the trade around the time they enrolled him into the Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard program and gave him his first paddleboard when he was 10. Even now, Bodie’s parents hit the Pacific’s waves with him and help him refine his skills.
“We don’t compete,” Bodie said. “They just give me a lot of pointers and tips.”
Darlene added, “We do a lot of board training. Practice the ins and out of the ocean and ocean swimming around buoys.”
Addison displayed all his familial lifeguarding skills as he excelled at the United States Lifesaving Association’s Junior Lifeguard & U19 Championships in South Padre Island, Texas, on Aug. 9.
Addison nabbed high-placing finishes in several “A” division competitions that included junior lifeguards from lifeguard chapters across the United States. He finished third in the board race and fourth in the rescue race. Addison also joined with junior lifeguards with the Santa Cruz Surf Life Saving Association to compete in the board relay race. The group placed second in the competition.
Addison, also an adept surfer and high school water polo player, is ecstatic with his performance. Initially, he was singularly focused on out-paddling competitors in the board race.
“I was excited going into the event,” he said. “I did a lot more than I thought I would do. It was Texas and nationals, so I just decided I should see what I could do.”
Addison made a splash.
His most impressive performance in the warm waters under a blazing Texas sun happened when he moved up a level and finished in third place in the U19 division’s paddleboard race. He wasn’t allowed to garner a medal in the competition and
be the official third-place finisher because he raced outside of his age group. However, the result spoke for itself, said Addison’s mom.
“He did so good,” Darlene recalled. “His paddling was great. He thought he was going to get his butt kicked but ended up finishing third.”
Addison was pleasantly surprised with results against older lifeguards.
“I didn’t know how I was going to do in the U19 one, so that was a big game changer,” he said. “I surprised myself. I did better than I thought I could.”
The only event Addison — admittedly not a strong swimmer or runner yet — competed in that he did not finish in the top four was the ironguard, a race that combines running, swimming, and paddling. He finished seventh in that showcase.
“I ate right before the ironguard, so I wasn’t too happy about getting the water,” he recalled.
He wasn’t the only Malibu lifeguarding standout in Texas.
Zuma lifeguard Holly Maine seized three firstplace finishes at the USLA National Lifeguard Championships held on the same beach from Aug. 7-9. Maine, 24, finished first in the surf race, the board race, and the ironwoman. She also placed second in the board rescue race individually and in the Taplin relay with a group of lifeguards from Los Angeles County.
Addison was a member of the group of Zuma lifeguards that won the Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard Program’s Taplin Relay Championship at Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey on July 12.
He said the Taplin victory served as a springboard for the national competition in Texas.
“It gave me a lot of confidence,” he said. “It made me think I could actually win this or do really good. It gave me a boost in confidence.”
Addison also claimed second place in the board race at a regional competition at the same beach before heading to the Lone Star State.
Addison noted that his parents excel at paddling and it is his favorite event to compete in.
“Paddling fits me,” he said. “‘I’m in the mindset of really wanting to win. I focus on trying my hardest and doing my best.”
The championships were his last junior lifeguard competition. Addison is ready to move on to state lifeguard events.
“My goals are just to do good and get good placements,” he said. “It’s all about the experience.”
Bodie Addison competes at the Los Angeles County Junior Lifeguard Program’s Taplin Relay Championship at Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey on July 12. In August, Addison had several high finishes at the United States Lifesaving Association’s Junior Lifeguard & U19 Championships in South Padre Island, Texas. Photos courtesy of Darlene Addison
like it was a “Disneyland ride.” He stated that it’s been difficult to hire more patrols due to the “drastic shortage of Sheriff’s deputies available.” Noting a “change in attitude in Sacramento” since the tragedy on PCH last October, Grisanti said he favors stiffer penalties for driving more than 100 mph. “We need something more severe than taking away their car for a month.”
Newcomer Channing Frykman said, “We’re prioritizing PCH along with the incumbents. This is a shared mission.” Frykman herself was a victim when she was struck by a car in a crosswalk on PCH. Her husband was also hit while riding a bicycle in Malibu. The physician said she wants to continue “this positive lifesaving momentum that has been initiated.”
Haylynn Conrad, also a first-time candidate, said as a mother, she spends “a lot of time” driving children on PCH. “We [the City] can decide if we’re a highway or a boulevard,” she said, arguing the former would require eliminating lights and pedestrians. “If we’re a boulevard, we have residents, businesses, bicyclists, pedestrians. Right now, we have the agencies’ ears. Caltrans is actually asking us what we want because this is our neighborhood. We can come up with some really creative ideas that benefit everybody.”
Councilmember Bruce Silverstein called for lower speed limits, more stoplights, and DUI checkpoints on weekends near “Nobu and other drinking establishments.” He added, “Malibu need not and ought not wait for Caltrans to make these changes. We declared a local state of emergency at my urging following the deaths of the four Pepperdine students …Steve Uhring supported my proposal but we were unable to get a third vote from City Council members who are more afraid of the city getting sued than they are afraid of seeing people die. We have two new candidates who both support immediate action. I hope that one of them will be elected in addition to Steve and I, and frankly if the two of them and Steve are elected I’d be thrilled because I support everything they stand for. Paul put a sign on his truck. That’s what he thinks it takes to stop people from speeding on PCH.”
“The biggest difference on PCH is enforcement,” commented incumbent Steve Uhring. “Having the California Highway Patrol and the Sheriff’s, even with speed cameras, you’re going to need enforcement. One of the other problems is pedestrians, visitors who come to the city running across PCH dodging traffic. We have to find a better way to put crosswalks in, stoplights. We don’t want to see anyone get hit. We’re going to have to keep focused on PCH safety every day.”
Regarding additional commercial development Silverstein stated, “If the applicant is legally entitled to do it, then they have to be given the right. It doesn’t matter what I think of their project. If an applicant
comes before us with something they’re legally not entitled to do, it doesn’t matter how much I like their project, then they can’t do it. Then there’s the gray zone, which is most things. Commercial development, we don’t need any more. Unless somebody is legally entitled to it or they can demonstrate extreme community benefit there should be no commercial development. Extra-large homes, same thing ... We should be encouraging small and medium-sized family homes.”
Uhring stated, “I think approximately 125,000 square feet of open commercial space is here in Malibu.
I don’t think we need any more. A couple of years ago when I was on the Planning Commission, the City Council tasked us with dealing with mansionization … we did that and then Paul [Grisanti] led the team that tried to stop us. They did mailers to the residents scaring the heck out of them, telling them they were going to lose all their rights, which was not the case. There are things that can be done. There are ways to slow stuff down, allow people to get what they want to get … without changing the character of our city.”
“I think the Planning Department needs to be looked at,” said Conrad. “There could be some improvements with its structures and how it works so we don’t have these conflicts. A lot of our neighborly stuff comes down to the Planning Department. It’s a terrible shame many of the Woolsey victims can’t get homes built. It’s awful. If you’re not doing anything egregious or controversial get it done.”
Conrad said “I don’t understand why it would take seven months,” for a homeowner to get a permit for a generator. As for commercial development, Conrad stated, “I don’t believe we need more retail spaces. We need more community spaces. We need more things to bring community together. We are a pretty divided community, inherently. We have gates, hedges. We want to have a healthy community.”
“I agree with you all,” Frykman said. “It’s such a majestic holy place where we live. It’s a privilege and a
responsibility as we steward this absolutely beautiful protected area.”
Frykman said protecting the community is “extremely important.” She advocated for residents to respond to the Malibu Community Lands Project. “For rebuilds, prioritize all of those that were affected by the Woolsey Fire to be able to expedite this process,” she said.
Grisanti brought up short-term rentals (STRs) when beginning his comments on development and the recently rejected hotel proposal in central Malibu. Defending his lone vote to approve the project, he argued that the Coastal Commission “explicitly told us we could not limit STRs because we did not have enough motel or hotel rooms in the city of Malibu. My calculus is, would I rather have 20 STRs ruining the peace and quiet of neighborhoods or would I rather have one motel in one location that is much easier to police? That was my thought on that.”
Defending his opposition to the total development square footage (TDS) limitation proposed by Uhring when on the Planning Commission, Grisanti argued that “the problem with the TDS resolution was they were punishing the older people who have been here a long time in a small house on a big lot by reducing the value of the property that their heirs could receive.” Rejecting the argument that his opposition to TDS limits helped facilitate Malibu’s ongoing mansionization, Grisanti countered that he believed that with his empty nest downsizing, he and Frykman have the two smallest houses of the five candidates.
There were some fireworks as Grisanti and Silverstein sparred regarding development.
Grisanti: “We have a very byzantine process to permit a remodel…it should be okay for somebody to say yes or no right away. What would be attractive to most people is a one-stop meeting where people would hear yes, it has merit and fits with our code, or no, you’re never going to get permits. Our Planning
Department is like it is because we have a very hostile group that makes their lives miserable. If there is any way to change that we should try to change that.”
Silverstein: “We have a Planning Commission stacked with a majority of members who make their living on development. We’ve got a majority of City Councilmembers who appointed them and who support that approach. The Planning Department needs to be given direction by a City Council that honors the vision statement and mission statements and stop getting mixed signals. The residents of this town have consistently elected friends of theirs, business people who make money on development. Motives matter.”
“There’s been a majority who are pro-development. How has that worked out for you?” Silverstein asked. “You can elect all the people to my right,” he said, gesturing to candidates Uhring, Conrad and Frykman. “Don’t elect me, don’t elect Paul. Paul and the people he appoints to the Planning Commission and the people he’s aligned with are the reason you’re seeing dysfunction. … Elect a different majority … what’s happening isn’t working … get rid of the majority that are pro-development.”
Grisanti defended his appointee to the Planning Commission, saying his commissioner has “competence in the subject matter. Our codes are very complex. I appointed a gentleman who attended 11 years of City Council meetings and Planning Commission meetings before I appointed him. He’s smart. He knows codes. He has a contractor’s license. We had a conflict of interest conversation and I’m confident he has not betrayed any trust. There is no proof he’s done anything wrong.”
“I agree with Bruce,” Uhring stated, adding that he advocates for control on development. Responding to resent charges of incivility, Uhring remarked, “I have a track record … If someone wants to know what I believe in, how I vote and how I treat people, it’s there for the public to take a look at.”
cles, bicyclists, and pedestrians.
The proposed improvement would bring PCH down one lane in each direction and provide a stop control for beachgoers.
Some questions and concerns in the meeting chat, were addressing parking and student drop-offs near Point Dume and Zuma Beach.
“Between Point Dume and Trancas, we have school commutes — moving to a single lane in either direction, with any accident, will limit access to schools — has that been considered?” participant Julie B asked in the group chat. “Also, at Zuma Beach, the beach-side, parking often leads to slowing and stopping to back into street parking, again, a single lane scenario would lead to a complete stop of traffic eastbound, has that been considered?”
Participants also asked if, with addition to speed cameras if cameras should be implemented at traffic signals as well.
“This would help reduce the number of drivers who run red lights,” participant John Lewis said. City Manager Steve McClary was also in the workshop and thanked Caltrans and the participants for all the feedback.
“I realized this might be a little challenging, but it might be helpful for members of the public to see the difference between what are the safest options here versus what might provide the different amenities,” McClary said.
McClary also asked if it was suggested to only have bike lanes on the land side of the highway. McClary has also been interested in adding more public transportation to the highway for beachgoers.
“We know it’s challenging to get people used to that, and I don’t think it’s going to happen tonight or tomorrow, but if we could get to the point where we had robust shuttle service that was serving people coming up from Santa Monica or Topanga and making those loops through Malibu and stopping at those beaches, I think would eliminate a lot of those cars and a lot of parking issues and U-turns,” he said.
Public Safety Director Rob DuBoux was also at the meeting and mentioned the current construction on PCH but also thanked the public for their engagement and participation.
“The citiy’s got a new project that we have lined up and ready to go, to put a dedicated right turn lane from PCH to Trancas and improve the signal and timing crosswalk, that whole intersection is going to get reconfigured,” DuBoux said. “If you see something out there, please give myself or Caltrans a call. We’ll be happy to have somebody out there to take a look at that.”
Snyder thanked the city and residents for their participation and feedback and said another workshop is in the works.
The study aims to identify safety and multimodal travel improvements for all users of PCH in Malibu, including options for pedestrians and bicyclists, as well as enhancing transit opportunities on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in Malibu. The PCH Master Plan will include community stakeholder engagement activities and community outreach meetings to gather input on various traffic calming measures and other street improvements, including a “boulevard” roadway. This Master Plan will be used in future PCH safety improvement projects.
For background information, review the Fact Sheet at malibucity.org/DocumentCenter. For further questions, please contact D7.System.Planning@dot.ca.gov.
Amendment No. 24-001 and Demolition
Permit No. 24-036; an application to amend Coastal Development Permit No. 14-058 to allow construction of three new 4,000-gallon water storage tanks, a new water well to serve landscape and equestrian uses, and demolition and reconstruction of an existing retaining wall. Motion passed 4-1.
The commission approved Coastal Development Permit Amendment No. 24-004; an application to amend Coastal Development Permit No. 20008 for new landscaping and site improvements.
After a break, the commission approved Coastal Development Permit No. 23-067, Variance No. 24-008, and Code Violation No. 23- 092. The application was for the construction of a new one-story, single-family residence with an attached two-car garage and attached second unit, onsite wastewater treatment system, driveway, hardscaping, pool, patio decks, and landscaping; including a variance for the required hammerhead turnaround and the fuel modification to encroach into the Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area and it’s 100-foot buffer.
The meeting ended in less than three hours. The next Planning Commission meeting is on Monday, Oct. 7, at the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Malibu residents attended the candidates forum on Saturday. Topics for the Malibu candidates forum on Saturday, Sept. 14, included PCH, fire safety/protection, code enforcement, community lands, and questions about what the candidates thought about outside agencies. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT
REAL ESTATE
Celebrating 30 Years of Success: Ani Dermenjian reflects on Her journey, passion, and the Malibu Community She’s Helped Shape
By HAYLEY MATTSON Publisher of The
For three decades, Ani Dermenjian has been a cornerstone of the Malibu real estate scene, renowned for her dedication, professionalism, and unwavering passion. As she celebrates this milestone, Dermenjian reflects on the journey that brought her here and the vibrant community she has helped shape over the years. Her dedication and enthusiasm have been the bedrock of her success in this challenging and ever-changing industry. Her legacy is defined by the support of her clients, community, and family. To celebrate this milestone, we sat down with her to have her share her journey over the past 30 years, what she has learned, and what she envisions for the future.
What initially drew you to a career in real estate, and what keeps you passionate about it after 30 years?
My love for the beach, luxurious mansions, and fashion has always been a part of me, but my greatest joy comes from making people’s dreams come true. After 30 years in the real estate business, my passion has only grown stronger. Because I truly love what I do, I embrace every challenge that comes my way. Real estate is a roller coaster, and without full-hearted dedication and the right motivations, survival isn’t possible.
How has Malibu changed since you first started?
Malibu has long been dedicated to preserving its natural beauty, rural character, wildlife, and open spaces. However, it’s changed over the years since I started; its population has grown and diversified. Natural disasters, most notably the Woolsey Fire, have also brought changes. We’ve witnessed an increase in development, with more commercial centers, luxury homes, gated communities, high-end restaurants, boutique shops, and rising tourism. Today, people visit Malibu not just for its stunning beaches and hiking trails but also for its entertainment, shopping, and dining experiences.
Can you share a memorable moment from your first year in business and how it influenced your career trajectory?
A memorable moment in my first year in real estate was when I was introduced to Mike Ferry, the real estate coach. For the first 10 years of my career, I religiously followed his teachings, executed his systems, participated in his training programs and seminars, and attended his week-long Superstar Retreats in Palm Desert each summer. When I returned to my office, my office manager, Kim Collen Ross, asked me to give workshops on my takeaways. I have to say, it was money well invested! Ferry’s systems and tools were my GPS for improving the quality of both my business and personal life. I am forever grateful for the mindset, discipline, accountability, and integrity that I still use today.
What do you think has been the key to your longevity in such a competitive market?
Integrity, professionalism, exceeding clients’ expectations, and my business plan have been key to my longevity in a competitive market. Additionally, I always pursue ongoing education to stay informed and updated with technology, regulatory changes, and market trends while continuously improving and developing my personal growth.
What were some of the biggest challenges you faced over the years?
Not being a resident of Malibu, unfamiliar with its streets, and knowing no one were my biggest challenges in the first few years. However, I had a big dream to live and work in Malibu and succeed! My friend, “The Thomas Guide,” navigated and guided me around the area. I joined numerous organizations as a volunteer to build rapport and cultivate a broad network of clients, colleagues, and industry professionals. It wasn’t an easy start, as I wasn’t initially welcomed with open arms. Yet, believing in myself and following my dreams paved the way to success!
How have your clients’ needs and preferences changed over the years?
Over the years, I’ve noticed significant changes in clients’ needs and preferences, especially when working with developer clients who closely track evolving buyer demands. The demand for smart homes and open floor plans has increased. The COVID-19 pandemic has notably influenced the market, making home offices essential due to the rise of remote work. Homes offering amenities such as outdoor spaces, privacy, gardens, gated entries, terraces, pools, tennis courts, gyms, and features that promote health and wellness are now in high demand. Agents have adapted by making virtual tours a necessary part of marketing to allow buyers to explore properties remotely.
What are some of the most significant trends you’ve seen in the industry?
Over the last three decades, some of the most significant trends I’ve observed in the industry include a growing interest among clients in living and working in rural areas, driven by the desire for more space and amenities. Another notable trend is the rise of the short-term rental market. Additionally, factors such as inflation and fluctuating interest rates have played significant roles. Most recently, there has been an increasing trend towards purchasing as co-ownerships, reflecting evolving preferences and economic realities
in real estate.
How have home styles in Malibu changed over the years, and which ones have been your favorites?
Over the past three decades, I’ve witnessed remarkable transformations in home styles across Malibu.
On the land side, we primarily saw one-story, laidback ranch-style homes with spacious lots, often featuring horse facilities and occasionally tennis courts. There was also a surge in mid-century modern architecture characterized by large windows and a focus on simplicity and functionality.
On the oceanfront, the predominant style was relaxed beach cottages, ideal for comfortable coastal living. By the 1990s, modern and contemporary designs dominated, with extensive use of glass. Mediterranean and Spanish designs also became fashionable.
Subsequently, we saw the rise of ultra-custom architectural masterpieces and many designed by renowned architects like Richard Neutra, John Lautner, Frank Gehry, and Richard Landry. Currently, Farmhouse-style homes are highly sought after, featuring open layouts, rustic charm, and modern amenities.
Personally, I have a particular fondness for the dramatic designs of John Lautner — concrete and glass structures that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living spaces, harnessing natural light and panoramic views while harmonizing with the natural landscape. Lautner’s visionary designs are both futuristic and timeless.
Architectural properties are my passion because they are a form of art, often reflecting the personality and lifestyle of their owners. Architects continually push boundaries to create unique and functional masterpieces that inspire awe.
What are the key factors that have contributed to your sustained success over three decades in the real estate industry?
The key factors that contributed to my success are a combination of several elements. Building a reputation for honesty, integrity, and transparency in dealings with clients and colleagues has been foundational. Embracing trends and maintaining continuous awareness of both local and global real estate markets has been crucial. Additionally, maintaining discipline, patience, and persistence through all types of real estate cycles has been essential. And last but not least, following your dreams, goals, and adhering to a well-defined business plan are indispensable for achieving success in this field.
You have given back significantly to our community. What drives you to serve on boards and be of service?
Over the decades, my motivation to serve our beautiful community has evolved. Initially, it was about building relationships, networking, establishing trust, and growing my business through referrals. This journey has fostered my leadership skills, personal growth, and business acumen.
Today, my drive is focused on giving back, making a meaningful impact, and creating a lasting legacy beyond professional achievements. I deeply value the long-term relationships I have cultivated through volunteering and positively contributing to the community.
What motivates you to mentor young students at Pepperdine, and what advice do you give them?
Being part of the Pepperdine Crest Board has allowed me to mentor numerous students, making meaningful impacts in their lives, many of whom I still keep in touch with today. More than just advising, my mentoring approach involves actively listening, providing support, leading by example, sharing my experiences, and encouraging students to learn and grow independently.
This mentorship has always been a reciprocal relationship, benefiting me as much as the students. I consider this time well invested and appreciate the opportunities it has provided. Thank you, Heidi Bernard.
Receiving the Women’s Leadership Lifetime Legacy Award is a significant achievement. How does it feel, and what does this honor mean to you?
Receiving the Women’s Leadership Lifetime Legacy Award holds special significance and is a humbling honor that continues to motivate me in my efforts to empower women, break barriers, and achieve high levels of leadership in both my professional and personal life. My hope is to inspire other women to believe in themselves and make a significant difference in the world.
What qualities do you believe are essential for someone to be successful in the real estate industry today?
If you aim to build a fulfilling and prosperous career, in my view, the foremost quality you should possess is passion.Knowing your “why” and genuinely working to fulfill your clients’ dreams are crucial. In Malibu’s close-knit community, maintaining high ethical standards, honesty, and transparency is paramount. These qualities not only pave the way for a solid foundation but also establish a trustworthy reputation that leads to long-term success. This, in turn, fosters repeat clients and a referral-based business, ensuring stability and growth.
How do you stay motivated and passionate about your work after 30 years?
I stay motivated and passionate about my business because I genuinely enjoy finding satisfaction in making my clients’ dreams come true, one home at a time. Real estate isn’t just a career; it’s my lifestyle and passion. My relationships with clients are built on trust and reliability.
Those who know me understand that I celebrate every achievement and milestone, both big and small. I embrace challenges with a positive mindset, seeing them as opportunities for personal and professional growth. I feel blessed to have a tremendous support system of family, friends, colleagues,
and mentors in my life.
For me, happiness comes from living a balanced life that includes quality time with family, nurturing friendships, meaningful work, prioritizing health and wellness, and spiritual growth. I always keep in mind my “why” for choosing real estate: it’s a relationship-driven business. Fostering my clients’ dreams and creating meaningful connections that go beyond transactions continues to be my greatest motivation.
What drives you to continue pushing forward during difficult times, both personally and professionally?
What drives me to continue pushing forward during difficult times in real estate is my marathon mindset. It’s about maintaining a strong commitment to not giving up, even when faced with challenges. I believe in maintaining a positive attitude, endurance, perseverance, focus, determination, and consistently setting goals in both marathon running and my real estate career.
Celebrating milestones; just as you celebrate crossing the finish line in a marathon, acknowledging and celebrating my achievements in my real estate career boosts my morale and keeps me motivated.
Overcoming physical and mental challenges during marathons builds resilience, preparing me to handle setbacks and pressures in the competitive real estate market.
Similar to marathon running, enduring through challenges and persevering toward goals in real estate requires mental toughness and resilience. Striking a healthy work-life balance between training for marathons and managing my real estate career fosters overall well-being, which enhances my performance in both areas.
Are there any upcoming plans or changes for your business that you’re excited about?
I don’t see myself moving brokerages as I feel honored to represent Douglas Elliman and am grateful to work under the leadership of Peter Hernandez. I have had the greatest mentors in my life and feel incredibly fortunate. I have also had the most amazing assistants in my career, from whom I have learned a great deal and who have significantly contributed to my success. I’m excited to expand “Team Ani” beyond just assistants by adding licensed realtors who share the same values and discipline. Together, we aim to increase our market share and provide exceptional service. I look forward to the possibility of one day including my boys on my team as well.
What do you hope the next 30 years will bring for your business and for Malibu?
Over the next 30 years, I aim to continue helping clients and their future generations achieve their dreams while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. I am committed to mentoring future leaders in our industry and further prospering while building my lasting legacy in beautiful Malibu. I hope that this remarkable place continues to turn my dreams into reality, as my slogan states: “Malibu… where dreams come true.”
What’s next for you in your personal life? Are there any new goals or projects you’re excited about?
I’m a dedicated dreamer and goal-setter, constantly pushing myself beyond my comfort zone. Recently, I’ve embarked on surf lessons and started running international marathons — I’ve already completed races in Africa and France, with plans to conquer the London Marathon by year’s end and, ultimately, to run marathons on all seven continents.
Looking ahead, I’m eager to invest in higher education, expand my portfolio with more investment properties, and cherish meaningful moments with my two teenage boys, who are my greatest blessings. I also have a strong desire to explore exotic destinations with my family, creating lasting memories together.
What is the legacy that you hope to leave behind?
My legacy is defined by my reputation. I strive to show my boys the significance of living purposefully and continually inspiring others. Each day, I aim to make a positive impact in the lives of others and assist them in achieving their goals. By leading through example, I seek to instill lasting character and values in my boys for the future.
What advice would you give to someone starting a real estate business in Malibu today?
Exciting opportunities in a unique and dynamic market are waiting for you — are you ready to conquer your niche?
Success in real estate requires persistence and overcoming setbacks while keeping a positive attitude. Understanding your “why” is essential, particularly during tough times, as it fuels your passion and commitment. Make sure your reason is strong enough to keep you going.
Find a mentor and surround yourself with successful, top-producing agents. Focus on fundamental activities such as door knocking, prospecting, hosting open houses, attending caravans, participating in office meetings, and getting involved in local events. Demonstrate your dedication by providing value to both clients and colleagues. Show that you are committed and ready to put in the necessary work. This approach will help you build a solid foundation for a successful career in real estate.
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Ani Dermenjian poses for a photo celebrating 30 years of Real Estate success in Malibu. Photo by Emily Scher
Malibu Life
Celebrating an artistic and community loving legacy in the face of unspeakable loss
Friends
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The
“We are grateful to the city of Malibu and the Malibu Art Commission for hosting this wonderful art exhibit at City Hall celebrating the person and the art of our departed friend, Derek Schimming,” The Malibu Art Association posted on Sept. 14, announcing that a reception opening “Derek Schimming Retrospective” was well-attended and heartfelt.
It is, indeed, so painful to lose someone in the prime of their life, especially so unexpectedly — Schimming, 60, died in a car accident in May, the victim of a sudden heart attack. Authorities reported that Schimming’s vehicle veered into oncoming traffic near Paradise Cove and collided with another car.
Schimming is remembered by friends and family for many qualities.
Known for his big heart — tirelessly devoting much of his time to working with children with special needs by sharing his love of surfing therapeutically with them.
Known for his love of family — he is survived by his lovely wife, Danita, and daughters who, along with attendees, fondly remembered Schim -
ming’s love of people and how he would engage in convivial conversation, making all he met feel welcome and important.
• Known for his huge love of all things art — he tirelessly devoted his efforts
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to support the Malibu Art Association, his friend and co-member in the Malibu Art Association, Tim Horton, tearfully recalled, “Derek loved art and color — and he loved Malibu.” They mingled amidst Schimming’s
prolific oeuvre of works, works that exude his optimism for all things Malibu and his delightful affinity for all the precious things in our fleeting time on Earth that can only be characterized as the sensational simplicities in a life
Flowing Abstracts: MaliBUngalows hosts an
intriguing
Artwork by local artist Katina Zinner and her mother Christa Zinner on display
By BARBARA BURKE Special to The Malibu
As attendees at the exhibit’s opening reception eagerly entered MaliBUngalows’ large, embracing exhibit space on Sept. 14, they immediately were immersed in the intriguing, intergenerational passionate creative energy of artist Katina Zinner’s large format, bold oil paintings, whose mesmerizing passionate patterns lovingly lulled them into calm contemplation. Pausing to reflect, the viewers pondered and wondered about the genesis of the younger Zinner’s joyously rhythmic compositions throughout her works. Beckoned to probe deeper into the details of each dynamic painting, they further explored the alluring exhibit space and closely examined a host of stunning bronzes creatively curated to accompany Katina’s sensationally sensual works. The brilliant bronze sculptures on show are the masterpieces of Katina’s mother, the late Christa Zinner, fashion photographer par excellence!
First internationally admired as the genius behind the images of superstars
intergenerational exhibit
such as Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, Elizabeth Taylor, Gene Kelly, Ron and Nancy Reagan and so many more in their Golden Age milieu that were gorgeously displayed on the covers of the most iconic publications of her time — publications such as Life, Look, Ebony
and Vogue — Christa raised her precocious artistic daughter to be bold and daring, to take on the world by painting through a prism of precision, while concurrently creating compositions freely with unabashed spontaneity.
well lived in a small coastal community. Malibu artist Katherine Kousi tearfully stood in front of one of Schimming’s beautiful works and shared, “Derek and I worked together for three years in my
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A MaliBUngalows exhibit featuring the art of Katina Zinner and sculptures from her late mother Christa opened
Photo courtesy Katina Zinner
Malibu Arts Commission Chair Fireball Tim Lawrence held a Q&A with Derek Schimming’s wife, Danita (left), and his daughter, Steele (middle), at the opening reception on Saturday, Sept. 14. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.
Lost in the supermarket
MALIBU SEEN
By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor
Exploring luxury lifestyle shopping at Cross Creek Ranch
According to Chat GPT, the original 1960s vision for Much Fought Over Cross Creek Ranch Formerly Known as the La Paz Project (MFOCCRFKATLPP) was a John Lautner-designed “luxury residential community that would capture the natural beauty and allure of Malibu.” Now that sounds promising. Lautner’s halfdomed Stevens House (1967/68) in the Malibu Colony ($11.8M in 2021), or the Segel House (1980) on Carbon Beach (2007 for $27.25 million) are as tasty as mid-century beach fabulous gets.
So Malibu missed out on that, and now has what it has in the space.
What is all that in that space?
Google or Chat GPT “La Paz Project timeline” to get the whole backstory and saga. The first approval goes back to 2008. After delays, lawsuits, water table problems, dogs and cats living together, a name change, COVID and other Machiavellian machinations, Cross Creek Ranch was completed in 2022, then sat empty and silent, a $100 million-plus Boo Radley deal: Fenced off, forlorn, and maybe too slick for Malibu and more apropo to Agoura. Azusa. Cucamonga!
Cross Creek Ranch inspired the Lurch groan from Malibuans who suffer from “Agouraphobia”: the fear that this naturally beautiful and alluring 13,300 acres and 21 Miles of Scenic Beauty will be over-developed and consumed by the urban and suburban gack that infests most of the rest of Southern California — an unending strip mall from Oxnard to the Mexican border, interrupted only by Camp Pendleton.
Agouraphobia, but also “mallaise”: that feeling of discomfort and irritability when in or around shopping malls.
And then on July 4, the gates of Cross Creek Ranch swung open like Wonka’s Chocolate Factory
and The Store Called Kith opened to long lines in the hot sun.
Twenty five days later, Your Humble Narrator persuaded two females to rush the velvet rope to discover: What goes on in there?
My fellow travelers were H, a Pepperdine student who describes herself as a “struggling grad student” but showed up wearing Kith kit, and V, a woman of means who could afford whatever Kith asks for a bikini, but she is frugal and a black-belt thrift shopper.
So that Odd Squad approached Kith on a Monday, because there was no way in hell we were going to stand in a weekend line for a hellish hour-plus with a bunch of brand-conscious labelistas showing off their underwear.
(The fashion of walking around with pants hanging down showing underwear is called “sagging.” Along with Agouraphobia and mallaise, there is also “hipsterallergenic” which means breaking out in rashes when confronted by hipsters of any race, creed, era or religion.)
H and V parked in the street, and when the valet dude was asked if there was anywhere to lock up a quality e-bike he sniffed, made the Lurch noise and nodded toward a lightpole.
That worked, so we girded ourselves and approached the Velvet Rope like Seinfeld and/or Elaine approaching the Soup Nazi.
There was no stretching line or sagging underwear — thank Odin — so the first of several security dudes let us into a place that was clean and well-lighted like a Norwegian hospital. Nicely appointed interior, truly.
There were security dudes in every corner, and salespeople with earpieces like Secret Service agents. A weird, non-Malibu vibe — unless you’re Hunter Biden. Malibu is not pretentious. People here don’t pretend to be rich and famous because they are rich and famous. Low pro, bro. The wealthy people I know do their damnedest to be invisible: dress and drive down and wouldn’t be caught dead in Kith.
I didn’t last long. I looked at a few items and the sales tags and was swept by the equation of
Italy, Part III:
Count Rossi
PERSPECTIVE
By Burt Ross, Contributed Column
While in Italy, we stayed at a villa formerly owned by a Count. That, of course, got me thinking: The only title I ever had excluding the most common “Mr.” was “Mayor,” although my Dad on occasion would address
me as “schmuck.”
(Agouraphobia + mallaise + hipsterallergenia) X sticker shock!
But before kissing off Kith for appealing to the base consumerism of Americans and tourists — some self examination.
“Who,” I asked myself, “am I wearing?”
I am no longer stylish — I admit it, don’t argue — so my ensemble for this adventure was Boomer Basic. Amazon from A to Z: A fresh pair of black Bruno Marc Men’s Loafer Moccasins with pretentious Ferrari emblems. Socks? No socks. This is Malibu, dude. A pair of Men’s Cozy Hidden Expandable Waist Dress Boomer Pants. Underwear? This is Malibu, dude. Surf trunks. Above that, even though it was hotter than July, a black, cotton World Champion San Francisco Football 49ers #23 Christian McCaffrey T-shirt. And on top of that, a Tim Lincecum #55 jersey from the World Champion San Francisco Baseball Giants. For accoutrement: My most expensive luxury item — a pair of Maui Jim Voyager sunglasses, bought on EBay for $125. And some prescription readers I buy in a box of 10 for $20, also on Amazon.
So what does this luxury ensemble cost? $36.99 + $31.99 + $17.99 + $39.99 + $21.99 + $125 + $2 = $275.95.
What can you buy at Kith for $275.95? Or what would a similar ensemble cost? Going by their website, which has more choices than the Malibu store, this is the Kith Math:
Moccasin loafer = $340 — $995.
Men’s slacks: $470 — $520.
Men’s swim shorts = $110 — $470.
Men ’s black t-shirt = $45 — $1453 (!).
New York Giants football jersey (Close enough) $300. Sunglasses = $240 — $960
Low end = $1,505
High end = $4,698
Some say Amazon is a Godsend to Malibu because whatever our happy little Bedford Falls doesn’t offer, Amazon will next day deliver. Don’t even have to suffer the drive to Agoura to get it. But then Trevor — not his real name — argued that Amazon is killing small retail and the only stores that can make it have to charge $1,400 for a fricking T-shirt.
And then: Ice cream! Treats from outside is also clean and well lighted, like Nighthawks. There were a lot of choices and combinations and possibilities on the Treats menu.
Judging by the tone of this story, I should have chosen The Snark, which is Rice Krispies, Cocoa Puffs, and Cookie Crisp = $9.25 for a swirl, and $9.75 for a milkshake.
That inspired thoughts of John Travolta as Vincent Vega in “Pulp Fiction”: “Is that a nine dollar and seventy-five cent milkshake? That’s milk and ice cream? Do they put bourbon in it?”
No but they put in a couple dozen other things. Column A was almost two dozen of your favorite sugary cereals: Apple Jacks to Trix. Column B was two dozen MixIns: Brownie Bites to Twix. H didn’t order anything, but V got some kind of contraption with Cracker Jacks and potato chips. We sat out on the deck, which was nice, because it was Malibu on a long, lustrous summer afternoon, under all that blue sky and peace and quiet. Think what you will of valet parking and $1,400 T-shirts but the landscaping, layout and architecture of Cross Creek Ranch does capture some of “the beauty and natural allure of Malibu.”
Over on the southeast corner is an art installation by Claudia Taylor, a bold sculpture made of charred wood, steel and clay rags inscribed with poetry and thoughts about the collective memory of the Woolsey Fire. Mrs. Taylor described the work as: “Totems to Resilience,” and said the title of the installation is “‘Hearts of Trees Lost,” a post-Woolsey Fire
are married to a Contessa?
installation originally placed in the hills in Puerco Canyon, then purchased by Cross Creek Ranch after approval by their architects Marmol Radziner.
Mrs. Taylor balked at the snarky, nega-tone of this story and thought the developer Pacific Partners and Marmol Radziner were getting short shrift: “This is a super classy firm,” she argued. “I used to say: ‘Who needs another God-damned shopping center?’
Then they bought my entire installation and I changed my tune to ‘What an incredible new shopping destination!!! Hahahahaha.’”
H and V knew a little bit about the other stores fixing to open.
Frankie’s Bikinis, a(nother?) coffee place and an oyster bar — weird considering Broad Street seems to have that market cornered, over in their sunny, secluded corner.
There are also many thousands of square feet of office space designed before and built during COVID.
And we all know one of the victims of COVID was people working in offices.
So who knows? Where a stylish John Lautner mid-century-modern luxury lifestyle complex could have been, there is now a 21st century luxury lifestyle shopping center. Will it thrive, or go the way of the Dodo bird as retail and office space seem to be doing.
As Van Halen said, somewhat nonsensically: “Only time will tell if we’ll stand the test of time.”
Epilogue 1: A couple weeks after our Kith adventure — on Aug. 1 — Fred Segal closed its Malibu doors for good. Not a good omen for luxury retail.
Epilogue 2: A well-known movie star/director/restaurateur read a shorter draft of this, asked me to change his quote from “inner city” to “urban” and defended/explained all the security: “Kith attracts that urban crowd who sometimes like to raid stores, Smash and Grab $600 shoes and ransack the place. So that’s the security.”
Epilogue 3: While editing this down at Scott’s Malibu Market, I showed it to Lucy at Sunroom. Here is a young woman who has survived the Woolsey Fire, COVID, and a dozen other plagues. She smiled quietly to herself and then revealed she was moving to Cross Creek Ranch: “This was a VERY tough decision. I’m not a fan of change. I like routine and stability. But at this point I’ve worked too hard to still be a relatively unknown business in the community: emphasis on “relatively.” I do have a solid clientele and don’t want to undermine that (or them?) Their support has been incredible, and they’ve kept the business going steadily for years — through the Woolsey Fire, the pandemic, the Sunday car shows. We’re now in our eighth year and on a daily basis at least one local walks in asking when we opened, not believing me when I reply “2017!” I have my opinions and theories, but at the end of the day, there’s no way of knowing for sure why this corner is a black hole. I’m proud of what I’ve created with SUNROOM. I feel I owe it to my business and myself to get it in front of more eyes, to spread the SUNROOM love. So, we’re moving this party just down the street.”
Let’s be honest, mayor pales in comparison to Count. If I could become a Count, then my wife, ipso facto, would become a Contessa, and you can’t beat that. How many of you reading this column
The more I thought about it, the more I figured out how I could go about becoming a Count. First and foremost, I would have to become Italian, which for me, would not seem that difficult. I decided that I would brush my hair straight back rather than with a part, and I would change my name to Alberto Rossi. When I ran for mayor of Fort Lee, most of the Italian voters there thought I was one of their tribe anyway, which might well explain why I won. I went about asking some of the Italians whom I met on the trip how I could become a Count. I was quite disappointed, to say the least, when my inquiries were greeted with a dismissive look or a patronizing smile. I was getting nowhere, when I
suggested an old fashioned approach. I simply asked how much “do re mi” it would take for someone to bestow this title on me. You know, money talks, but apparently not when it comes to becoming a Count. I had no takers.
I have been accountable to everybody my entire life, and so if you take the word literally, and why not, then why shouldn’t I be able to be a Count? It’s as simple as that. In the meantime, I guess I need to return to my campaign to become President, which is the least I can do if I am to remain not counted. By the way, I would much rather be a Count than President. I think being a Count comes without any responsibility, which as far as I am concerned, couldn’t fit my lifestyle better.
Malibu studio — he was a magical human being!”
Grieving as she continues to attempt to grapple with the still startling reality of Schimming’s sudden loss, Kousi recalled, “I was going to get us white paint for a project we were doing when his accident happened — his glasses, his nails — all remain in my studio. Half of my studio was his!” Kousi stood quietly admiring Schimming’s works “Reflections,” perfectly juxtaposed with his work, “In My Father’s Footsteps,” as she herself reflected on Schimming’s uncanny attribute of exuding all that is positive in Malibu.
“Derek, like Tracy Park, was one of the people who believed in me, even as I was still an emerging artist,” she said. “We have an incredible art community in Malibu and it has given me the biggest support ever — you can’t beat that anywhere!”
There were so many poignant moments with Schimming, many attendees recalled.
“He showed up in Aspen during a snowstorm with just flip-flops on!” Kousi said, referring to Schimming traveling to help her during a commission she had secured in Colorado.
“The painting ‘Cathedral’ was at the start of
Derek’s painting career, and I actually have a video when he was painting that — he cried when he painted — he was so sweet!” Danita Schimming said about her late husband. “Back then, he was trying to paint what his father did back in the ‘60s and I said I want to see your stuff, Derek — and then, his work, ‘Cathedral’ was born.”
As she stood carefully examining a series of small works by Schimming, renowned Malibu photographer Maureen Haldeman commented admiringly, “I’m blown away by the intimacy of his small series as they’re so personal and the reality comes through all of his works, even though they are abstracts.”
Schimming, Haldeman added, “leaves a beautiful legacy in his artworks and he was integral to the Malibu Art Association, which is also his legacy that will go on.”
The retrospective is available for viewing Sept. 16 to Oct. 25, as are some of the works by other members of The Malibu Art Association. The exhibit is on show Monday-Friday at the Malibu City Gallery in City Hall. The Malibu Art Association continues to maintain a GoFundMe page to benefit the Schimming’s family which can be found at www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-derek-help-ease-his-familys-burden. DEREK
“The Store Calle Kith” is a featured part of the Cross Creek Ranch shopping center. Contributed Photo
The “Derek Schimming Retrospective” is a tribute to Schimming, a beloved Malibu artist with a deep love for surfing and belief in its healing powers. Schimming passed away unexpectedly in May 2024, and was known to express himself through his paintings. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT
Wow! The paintings deliver on the dynamic duo’s creative philosophy — be demiurgic, yet not demure, be intriguing and novel, but sycophantic to neither form nor composition. Amazingly, it was not until she was in her 70s, that Christa Zinner decided to segue from photography to creating bronze sculpture, sculptures that capture the essence of her subjects, that gloriously celebrate the human form and that delve into the souls of those who inspired each piece.
When asked what impressed them most about the younger Zinner’s passionate paintings, several attendees discussed how imbued with love the works appear. And, it is with much love that Zinner chose a charity close to her heart to benefit from 20 percent of any sales of the works on exhibit.
Dr. Kevin Shannon reflects on three-decades of Camp del Corazon
“One thing about art is that it can be
calming and fulfilling and provide inspiration — that’s exactly what we hope to do at Camp del Corazon, a place for kids who deal with cardiac diseases and conditions to take a vacation from being ‘sick kids,’” said Pediatric Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Shannon, who for his three-decade long medical career has championed the tireless work of Camp del Corazon, a summer camp providing a sanctuary for children that he and an electrophysiology nurse from UCLA Medical Center founded in 1995.
In addition to the organization’s residential summer camping experience, Camp del Corazon has developed impactful and experiential year-round programs for children and their families living with the challenges of congenital heart disease — the camp provides a home for the entire family.
“My mom, Lisa Knight, served as an electrophysiology nurse working with Dr. Shannon to implant pacemakers into pediatric patients,” said Chrissie Endler, executive director of the camp. “They experienced life-changing results — the
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO CONFORM TO GENDER IDENTITY
Case No. 24SMCP00439
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Petition of: GRACE CATHERINE GRADY TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Petitioner: GRACE CATHERINE GRADY CAMPBELL a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
Present Name: GRACE CATHERINE GRANDY Proposed Name: VICTOR EVELYN CAMPBELL
The Court orders that any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection within six weeks of the date this order is issued. If no written objection is timely filed, the court will grant the petition without a hearing.
A hearing date may be set only if an objection is timely filed and shows good cause for opposing the name change. Objections based solely on concerns that the proposed change is not the person’s actual gender identity or gender assigned at birth do not constitute good cause. (See Code Civ. Proc. 1277.5(c).) Notice of Hearing:
Date: 11/8/2024 Time: 8:30 AM, Dept.: K
The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE, 1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): The Malibu Times Date: aug 19 2024
LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court
DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19/2024 The Malibu Times MALIBU 190
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T.S. No.: CR24-1025 A.P.N.: 4455-019-025
Order No.:
2478093CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/18/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the
kids could run and play like all kids. Another element of the children’s healing is that they need a space to feel good about themselves to give them a sense of belonging and purpose.”
Statuesque in presentation and contemplative in expression, he sat quietly amidst attendees at the reception, nodding his head in agreement with Endler’s words, acutely aware of how pivotal the camp experience is to addressing the emotional needs of those grappling with cardiac disease, both patients and their families.
When you’re a kid, all you want to do is to fit in and to be accepted. When you’re a kid, the last thing you want is to stand out as different from your peers, he observed, expressing the emotions inherent in being a young adolescent.
“When you’re a kid, you don’t at first want to go to a camp with kids just like you who suffer from cardiac disease and have undergone medical procedures such as my four open heart surgeries because you don’t like who you are,” said Klever Erazo, who has grappled with congenital cardiac disease for his entire 23 years.
“All my friends didn’t have those surgical scars — I was an outcast because of the scars. As an adult, I now know the camp is crucial for all pediatric cardiac patients, and I am very thankful that my father insisted that I go to camp because it was essential for my emotional and mental health.”
The camp made an enormous difference in Erazo’s life and he attests that it has been equally impactful for hundreds of others who have attended the Catalina Island experience. Erazo attended every year from ages 7 to 17 and he now serves as a camp counselor. He also greatly benefitted from participating in the Progressive Adult Cardiac Experience (PACE), the camp’s program that is specially tailored for those in their late teens as they segue from adolescence to adulthood, a journey that is arduous for all young people, but is especially challenging to navigate when one suffers from a congenital disease.
Always intrigued by the visual arts — and, on the night of the exhibit particularly intrigued by the Zinners’ artworks
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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: JO BRICE WILMETH, A SINGLE MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: COUNTY RECORDS RESEARCH, INC Recorded 8/31/2004 as Instrument No. 04 2237146 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 5/23/2024 in Book Page , as Instrument No. 20240338982 of said Official Records. Date of Sale: 10/1/2024 at 10:30 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $74,663.93 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 24845 MULHOLLAND HWY CALABASAS, CA 91302-2313 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case CR241025. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective 1/1/2021. 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 (844) 477-7869, or visit this internet website www.stoxposting.com, assigned to this case CR24-1025 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT if the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Further, if the foreclosure sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid and shall have no further recourse or remedy against the Mortgagor, Mortgagee, or Trustee herein. If you have previously been discharged in bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this notice is intended to exercise the note holders rights against the real property only. As required by law, you are notified that a negative credit reporting may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligation. 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.
Date: 8/26/2024 COUNTY RECORDS RESEARCH, INC 4952 WARNER AVENUE #105 HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649 PHONE #: (714) 846-6634 or (800)664-2567
FAX #: (714) 846-8720 TRUSTEE’S SALE LINE (844) 477-7869 Sales Website: www.stoxposting.com HOAI
PHAN COUNTY RECORDS RESEARCH, INC., TRUSTEE
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Summit Malibu Treatment Center
YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Maximillian J. Chesnoff, an Individual
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the
— Erazo was in his creative element, ever thankful to the camp and ever dedicated to helping it succeed however he could and delighting in the reception’s convivial colloquy and in the music of A Call 2Peace, whose instrumental and vocal performances lent a glorious element to a quintessential, balmy, idyllic Malibu evening.
“I live in a world of design and pattern and I love color,” Zinner told attendees. “I’m also passionate about giving back.” For those who want to view the Flowing Abstracts exhibit and perhaps to give back to those struggling with how to navigate the precarious balance of fulfilling a pediatric cardiac patient’s natural need for normalcy with the demands intrinsically intertwined with dealing with the patient’s sometime arduous courses of treatment, one can go to Malibu Bungalows, 21201 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu.
The exhibit runs through Sept. 29 and is on show Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If a reader has queries, he can call (310) 462-9285.
plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp.htm)should be, your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program.
You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org, the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp.htm), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia at demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no to protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courts.ca.gov/13289. htm), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar (a un servicio de remission a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courts. ca.gov/13289.htm) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales.
The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Los Angeles Superior Court 312 N. Spring Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Irving Pedroza, Esq. SBN 297735 7801 Mission Center Court Suite 240
A MaliBUngalows exhibit featuring the art of Katina Zinner and sculptures from her late mother Christa opened on Sept. 14 and runs through Sept. 29. Photos courtesy Katina Zinner
San Diego, CA 92108
DATE: 08/26/2022
Sheri R. Carter, Executive Officer
S. Ruiz, Deputy Clerk
Karine Mkrtchyan, Judicial Officer for the Superior Court
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Notice of intent to ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The Los Angeles County Hearing Officer will conduct a public hearing to consider the project described below. A presentation and overview of the project will be given, and any interested person or authorized agent may appear and comment on the project at the hearing. The Hearing Officer will then consider to approve or deny the project or continue the hearing if it deems necessary. Should you attend, you will have an opportunity to testify, or you can submit written comments to the planner below or at the public hearing. If the final decision on this proposal is challenged in court, testimony may be limited to issues raised before or at the public hearing
Hearing Date and Time: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
Hearing Location: Hall of Records, 320 W. Temple Street, Room 150, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Virtual (Online) at bit.ly/ZOOM-HO. By phone at (669) 444-9171 or (719) 359-4580 (ID: 824 5573 9842).
Project No.: 2020-000422-(3)
Project Location: 5050 Old Scandia Lane, Calabasas, within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area
Applicant: Brett Henry CEQA Public Review Period: September 19, 2024 to October 21, 2024
Project Description: A conditional use permit to establish a self-storage facility comprising of three storage buildings, an office building and a caretakers’ residence. Total gross area of all structures will be 156,638 sq. ft. and the maximum structure height will be 38’ – 4”. Total proposed grading is 45,140 cubic yards. More information: William Chen, AICP, 320 W. Temple Street, 13th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. wchen@planning.lacounty.gov. planning. lacounty.gov.
Case Material: https://bit.ly/PRJ2020-000422
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This is to inform you that an Administrative Coastal Development Permit has been filed for the property located below, pursuant to Section 22.44.940 of the Los Angeles County Zoning Code. The Director of Regional Planning shall make a decision regarding this permit request after 30 days of this public notice. Any individual opposed to the granting of this permit may express written opposition to the Director by October 10, 2024. Please note all correspondence received by Los Angeles County Planning shall be considered a public record.
Project No.: PRJ2024-002745-(3)
Project Location: 19824 Horseshoe Drive, Topanga, CA within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area
Applicant: Rachel Anderson
CEQA Categorical Exemption: Class 3
Project Description: 17 roof-mounted solar modules and appurtenant equipment including junction boxes, and associated wiring affixed to the existing single-family residence.
More information: Jon Schneider 320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. jschneider@planning.lacounty.gov. planning.lacounty. gov.
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sion will conduct a public hearing to consider the project described below. A presentation and overview of the project will be given, and any interested person or authorized agent may appear and comment on the project at the hearing. The Regional Planning Commission will then consider a vote to approve or deny the project or continue the hearing if it deems necessary. Should you attend, you will have an opportunity to testify, or you can submit written comments to the planner below or at the public hearing. If the final decision on this proposal is challenged in court, testimony may be limited to issues raised before or at the public hearing
Hearing Date and Time: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
Hearing Location: Hall of Records, 320 W. Temple Street, Room 150, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Virtual (Online) at bit.ly/ZOOM-RPC. By phone at (669) 4449171 or (719) 359-4580 (ID: 858 6032 6429).
Project No.: R2014-00461-(3)
Project Location: 3300 Kanan Dume Road (APN: 4465002-023), within the Santa Monica Mountains Planning Area
Project Description: A request to construct a 4,412-square-foot, 18-foot-tall, two-story, single-family residence; a 2,030-square-foot, 18-foot-tall, two-story, detached auxiliary building containing a guest house, laundry room, mudroom, restroom, garage, and gym; and associated infrastructure, including a 1,550-footlong driveway, a motor court, landscaping, hardscaping, retaining walls, an onsite wastewater treatment system, roof-mounted solar panels, two water wells, and two water tanks.
More information: Nathan M. Merrick 320 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 974-6411. NMerrick@planning.lacounty.gov. planning.lacounty.gov.
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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Case No. 24SMCP00467
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Petition of: ALLIE TEILZ AND ADAM SPIEGEL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Petitioner: ALLIE TEILZ AND ADAM SPIEGEL a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: SANDY JAMES SPIEGEL Proposed Name: SANDY JAMES SPIEGEL-TEILZ, Present Name: JULES HENRY SPIEGEL Proposed Name: JULES HENRY SPIEGEL-TEILZ
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: 10/25/2024 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: K
The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
1725 MAIN STREET, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401
A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): The Malibu Times Date: SEP 04 2024
HON. LAWRENCE CHO, Judge of the Superior Court DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court PUB: 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3/2024 The Malibu Times MALIBU 200
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 Online Public Auction 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. 2024B)
Whereas, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, directed the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector (TTC), to sell certain tax-defaulted properties at the online public auction.
The TTC does hereby give public notice, that unless said properties are redeemed, prior to the close of business on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, the last business day prior to the first day of the online public auction, the TTC will offer for sale and sell said properties on Saturday, October 19, 2024, beginning at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, through Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time, to the highest bidder, for not less than the minimum bid, at online public auction at https://www.govease.com/los-angeles.
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, December 6, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
The TTC will re-offer any properties that did not sell or were not redeemed prior to Friday, December 6, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, for sale at online public auction at https://www.govease.com/los-angeles beginning Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, through Tuesday, December 10, 2024, 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 at ttc.lacounty.gov. Bidders are required to pre-register at https://www.govease.com/ los-angeles 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, September 20, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time and end on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 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 properties, 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 State 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 August 26, 2024.
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Hometown kid takes field with Waves soccer
Malibuite Sophia Prudholme now at Pepperdine after two years playing at Notre Dame
Malibuite Sophia Prudholme competed in a variety of sports as a youngster.
She played AYSO soccer for a squad that practiced and played at Malibu High. She ran track for a year and played basketball. For several springs, Prudholme stood out on the Dodgers and Braves Malibu Little League baseball teams — coached by her father, Steve Prudholme — that racked up championships in the Bluffs Park-based youth league.
Steve recalled his daughter hitting a home run as youth baseball player.
“She really excelled at baseball,” he said. “Her hand, eye coordination — it just came natural to her.”
Sophia’s number-one sport, though, was soccer. She starred in the sport at Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village. Now the 21-year-old plays college soccer right across Pacific Coast Highway from Bluffs Park.
Yep, Prudholme is the hometown girl on the Pepperdine Waves women’s soccer team.
Prudholme loves lacing up her neon-colored cleats and wearing number 6 for the Waves.
“I never really expected to play here because at first my goal was to go away,” said Prudholme, who played two seasons at Notre Dame in Indiana. “Which I did at first, and then transferred here. I love being back. Being home and in a place I am comfortable with my support system has been great.”
Prudholme, a senior forward, attended Waves’ matches before going to college. She was in attendance when Pepperdine recorded one of its biggest wins in program history — a 1-0 victory over a second-ranked Stanford team.
“It’s cool to think back to when I would go to games there and fast forward to now being a player on the field,” Prudholme recalled. “I feel really lucky and grateful about it.”
The Waves have a 4-2-2 record at press time. In one of those wins — a 1-0 triumph over UC San Diego — Prudholme, a reserve, logged 17 minutes of playing time. She played in four games during
the 2023 season and earned West Coast Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll “gold” honors.
Prudholme describes herself as a competitive player with a great workout and feet keen on kicking the ball into the back of the net.
“I have been moved around to different positions,” she said. “Which is great. Wherever I am on the field, I want to help the team win.”
Prudholme played four years of varsity soccer at Oaks Christian. She tallied 11 goals in 20 games during her senior season and was named to the All-Area team and was the Marmonte League MVP.
Prudholme also garnered two All-Marmonte first-team selections before she graduated high school in 2021 and won Oaks Christian’s Lions Award. She played her freshman and sophomore college years with a Notre Dame squad that appeared in the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight.
Prudholme said playing at Notre Dame was wonderful, but she decided to transfer before her junior year because she “wasn’t loving the environment there” and wanted to return to Malibu to “reset and refresh.”
Prudholme’s family which includes her mom, Sharon Segal, and younger brother Stevie, now a Pepperdine freshman, are excited to have her home.
“They wanted me to do what makes me happy and what is beneficial for my future,” she said. “They love having me home and can see me all the time. When I was at Notre Dame, I would only be home for Christmas, spring break, and the summer.”
So now, instead of living in a campus dorm, Prudholme drives eight minutes down Pacific Coast Highway to class or to Pepperdine’s Tari Frahm Rokus Field. She doesn’t have to do her own laundry and gone are the days of microwaved meals. Her mom cooks often, with her specialty being pasta. There are also the
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breakfast plates of foods like avocado toast, French toast, bacon, and oatmeal she prepares before her daughter’s early morning soccer practices.
“It is the sweetest thing,” gushed Prudholme.
Her family can attend all of the Waves’ games.
“It makes me want to do better, playing here where a lot of family can watch me,” Prudholme noted. “It motivates me when I’m practicing and playing.”
Steve Prudholme said it is amazing having his daughter home.
“It’s truly a blessing,” he said. “We love it. My parents get to come out and go to her games. She gets to have her family of support there. I wouldn’t want it any other a way.”
Sophia is one of 27 California girls on Pepperdine’s 30-player roster. Although she is the only Malibu resident on the team, there are others from surrounding areas, including Prudholme’s former Oaks
Christian teammates, junior defender Erin Zeile and freshman midfielder Sarah Spears. Additionally, junior forward Tatum Wynalda is from Thousand Oaks, redshirt sophomore Kendall Campbell is from Palmdale, sophomore forward Julia Quinonez is from Torrance, and freshman Ariana Salavador and graduate student forward Tori Waldeck are from Newhall. Prudholme and Zeile have spent past summers training together. Prudholme has played against or saw a lot of her teammates play at club soccer tournaments.
Pepperdine hosts Fresno State on Friday at 3 p.m. and Cornell University on Sunday at 12 p.m. The Waves host Washington State on Oct. 2.
Prudholme aims to be a consistent and sharp player for the Waves.
“I feel really grateful,” she said. “A lot of people can’t say they played college soccer in their hometown. It’s a really cool and special thing I get to experience.”
By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times
Malibu native Sophia Prudholme is shown in action for the Pepperdine women’s soccer team earlier this season. The senior forward played at Oaks Christian School and then Notre Dame before returning home to play with the Waves.
