The Malibu Times • September 21, 2023

After months of anticipation, a new burger and pizza joint has (finally) opened its doors

in Malibu — Irv’s Burgers and Prince Street Pizza.

The eateries held a grand opening on Wednesday, Sept. 13, at The Park at Cross Creek, to give the community a taste of what they bring to the table. Everyone enjoyed a complimentary Irv’s Burger, fries and a shake, a slice of Prince Street Pizza, and unlimited refreshments.

Irv’s Burgers General Manager

Malibu Triathlon currently off due to denied TUP; appeal to City Council possible

For 38 years, the Malibu Triathlon has occurred at Zuma Beach, with participants and citizens providing donations to fund pediatric cancer research at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

Not so this year, unless the organizers of the event, which was scheduled for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, appeal a ruling by the Malibu Planning Commission to the City Council, which next meets on Monday, Sept. 25. If they do appeal, the City Council will conduct a “de novo” review of all the facts and details concerning the denial of the use permit.

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Against pleas by many attendees at the Planning Commission meeting on Sept. 18 imploring the commissioners to allow the triathlon to proceed, the Commission voted 2-2 to not allow the triathlon to occur. Commissioner Dennis Robert Smith was unable to cast a vote due to technical difficulties he encountered when he tried to attend the meeting by Zoom. The effect of the tied vote means that, as of this writing, the triathlon will not occur.

“We are exploring all options concerning next steps,” Malibu Triathlon Director Brendan Lindner stated on the morning of Sept. 19. “It’s tragic and I am heartbroken — one would think common sense would prevail, but common sense does not always win.”

Lindner added, “I’m all for rules, but more interested in solutions. After producing events that contribute

Alison Wright said the opening has been highly anticipated.

“Everyone I run into in Malibu is always just super excited to have us open. We’re just super excited to finally be here,” Wright said. “We’re happy to be a part of the community in Malibu.”

Both Irv’s and Prince Street have been giving Malibu a preview of their pizza and fries at a Father’s Day workshop at

The Malibu Village and recently participated in the Malibu Chili Cook-Off and won second place for their chili.

Prince Street carries both gluten-free and vegan pizza crust and pizzas. At Irv’s, there is a plant-based burger and a turkey burger.

The food establishments draw all ages, from kids to young

The Malibu Times Collective and 13 Stars Media, co-owned by Nic and Hayley Mattson, announced the acquisition of an established local asset — Malibu Magazine, a Malibu staple since 2002.

“It’s incredibly meaningful for us to bring together these two

cherished magazines — each a pillar in its own right within our beloved Malibu community,” expressed Hayley Mattson, co-owner and publisher of The Malibu Times . “By combining our collective strengths and creative energies, we will continue to elevate the narratives, artistic endeavors, and unique cultural facets that make Malibu truly one-of-a-kind. This new chapter isn’t just exciting for us — it’s a heartfelt commitment to enrich and give back to this extraordinary place that has enriched all of our lives in so many ways.”

Nic and Hayley Mattson offered their gratitude to Dirk Manthey, the publisher of

As the school year begins amidst Malibu’s declining enrollment, parent-led organizations are stepping up to ensure students benefit from athletic and creative arts opportunities that are not publicly funded, and they also support teachers by providing classroom aides, supplies, and staff training opportunities.

“Enrollment has declined,” Melissa Shanahan, president of the Malibu High School Athletic Booster Club said. “My daughter graduated last year with 98 kids in the class and a

bunch of those were homeschooled, whereas eight or nine years ago, there were many more students.”

Shanahan’s observations are supported by California Department of Education enrollment data, which shows the number of Malibu public students has significantly declined, especially for Malibu High School, whose enrollment of 437 students in the 2021-22 school year — the last year data is available — was slightly less than half of that recorded in the 2017-2018 school year, when 974 students were enrolled.

Beginning in the 2020-21 school year, when the department began to separately compile enrollment data for Malibu Middle School, there were 314 students. In the 2021-22 school year, there were 286 students.

Enrollment also declined significantly in the two public

elementary schools. Webster Elementary had 208 students in the 2017-18 school year, which increased to 291 in the 2019-20 school year, only to decline again in the 2021-22 school year, when there were only 221 students.

Malibu Elementary also experienced an enrollment decline from 287 students in the 2017-18 school year, to 217 students for the 2021-22 school year.

It’s simple math: Higher enrollment provides schools more funding for programs such as athletics, the creative arts, classroom supplies, faculty and staff support, and continuing education.

Lucky for Malibu’s public school students, parent-led organizations back their play when it comes to athletics, fund visual, musical and

Attorney for former Nobu hostess says more lawsuits could follow after accusations

a sexual harassment lawsuit at its Malibu location. Now the attorney representing the unnamed former hostess alleging abuse says other former Nobu employees are coming forward with similar stories.

The 23-year-old plaintiff in the Malibu case is unnamed, only known as Jane Doe.

ago” according to Alexander, who also said attorneys had been trying to resolve the matter informally without success. “It took a while for the individual to have the courage to come forward,” he said.

A sexual harassment lawsuit filed last week against Nobu Malibu has made quite a splash. The posh restaurant chain with an international presence is facing

Bernard Alexander of Alexander Morrison and Fehr is co-counsel with Michelle Iarusso representing Doe. Iarusso was approached by the former hostess “quite some time

The lawsuit alleges systemic sexual harassment at Nobu from patrons and employees, although only one former employee referred to only as “Marcus” is mentioned. The man named was a former bar manager who after his termination

Longo (in white shirt and hat), chief executive officer of Irv’s Burgers and Prince Street Pizza, cuts the ribbon for the Irv’s Burgers and Prince Street Pizza eateries during their grand openings

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Express lanes go against meaning of ‘peer event’

Dear Editor,

We have a first-grade child at Webster Elementary, and we have been driving by the Chili CookOff set-up ever since school started. Excitement and anticipation was at its absolute max and of course we “had” to go on Friday afternoon.

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Prices — absurdly high, of course — entry, and a somewhat normal amount of rides is more expensive than Disneyland for a child! But we are fortunate to live in Malibu, and my child also attends and loves the Boys & Girls Club every single day. So when entering, we were all very excited to see so many peers from school and camps and other activities. But, this event literally destroys any meaning of having peers with offering Express Lanes for visitors.

The definition (by Mirriam-Webster) of “peer” is one that is of equal standing with another.

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“Daddy, why do my friends get to go first? But why do they not have to stand in line? Can I get a fast pass? Are they better than me?”

I am not totally opposed to amusement park fast passes — I have used them once on a weekend when otherwise the experience would have been much different. But this is not an amusement park, and

all amusement parks intentionally do a very good job to in some ways “hide” lines and make sure the two “groups” do not see each other. Also — and most important to me — an amusement park is not a community event.

This is the beginning of the school year, so how does this affect all the children who experienced either side of this Express Lane experience? This is, of course, up to each parent, but I actually think it sets a worse mindset in terms of privilege and entitlement for the children who used the pass. Will this divide the groups for the school year? And what is next: Express Lanes at school cafeteria or offering “nicer” accommodations on school trips? This is very simple for me: I will not take my children to this event if this still exists next year — no chance. One suggestion to maybe find a ‘middle ground,’ like no Express Lanes on Friday and Monday, since those are more likely the days locals all attend, but in this format this creates a terrible “peer event.”

Erik Hochstein, Malibu

City mandate creating ‘nightmare’

Dear Editor,

I live at 24942 Malibu Road. The

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‘Jubilations!’ Nathan Hassal appointed new Malibu poet laureate Hassell will lead as the fifth poet laureate in Malibu history

Sparking joy through reflection and inspiration

Artists Bonnie Quintanilla and Sue Wolhaupter created over 100 fused glass artwork and artware for two month event

From the publisher HAYLEY MATTSON

“Through the ink of print, we don’t just share words; we weave the fabric of stronger, more enlightened communities.”

City of Malibu forced me to upgrade the septic tank, as it is not up to code.

I agreed, and have spent more than $70,000 so far for designing and surveying. Now the city stated that I need to build a seawall to protect the tank. To build the seawall to their standard, I have to tear down my house. This makes me really helpless, as the city officials are careless and put me into this horrible nightmare. I would like to see if the media can help me fight this battle. Thank you.

Sean Xie, Malibu

Lack of transparency, accountability led to creation of new swim club

Dear Editor,

I write as a founding member and current treasurer of the Malibu Marlins Swim Club, and as someone who has received insulting and threatening messages from associates of “the board” of the Malibu Aquatics Foundation (MAF). I feel compelled to respond to last week’s Letter to the Editor from “the board.”

In their letter, “the board” alleges that they have endured a “relentless series of slanderous and hurtful personal attacks intended to inflict reputational damage.” This claim is perplexing because they have never publicly identified themselves, even in the letter itself, which is signed as “The MAF Board of Directors.” There is a notable lack of personal responsibility or accountability for the statements made. Furthermore, no specific examples or evidence are provided to support their allegations of slander. “The board” simply cries “slander” without addressing the concerns raised by the swimming community or substantiating their claims.

What remains undeniably true is that most former Seawolves swimmers discovered that the MAF operates as a board-directed nonprofit, where only the four members of the MAF Board of Directors hold decision-making power. This lack of transparency and accountability, allowing “the board” to impose decisions on the majority of swimmers without recourse, led us to establish a new swim club, The Malibu Marlins Swim Club, which is structured as a member-directed nonprofit. Every

— Anonymous

swimmer in our program has a voice and a vote, with our five-member Board of Directors openly identifying themselves and being accountable to our members through elections and open board meetings.

Both the MAF and the Malibu Marlins Swim Club boards are directed by unpaid volunteers. The primary difference, it seems, is our humility in recognizing that we should not impose our will on the organization against the wishes of the majority.

The article that sparked the MAF’s letter primarily focused on the Malibu Marlins’ challenges in accessing the Malibu Community Pool. This is a cause the MAF appears to oppose because, given a choice, the community may prefer an organization that is responsive to its members. The MAF’s imagined insults are tangential; we believe that to serve the community, one must also listen to the community. This is why we founded the Malibu Marlins Swim Club and why we advocate for access to our community resource.

Robert Brinkmann, Malibu

Common Cents: Living in a bubble, but looking out

SCOTT DITTRICH OPINION COLUMNIST

Sometimes it’s hard to relate to what our fellow citizens experience when you live in Malibu. My friend, Jim Palmer, says we live in a bubble. He’s right, and I for one am thankful. It was 100 degrees at Home Depot on a recent Friday afternoon. Driving home, I watched the temp gauge on my car drop into the 70s. And as we see society crumble around us with flash mobs in Woodland Hills and elsewhere, we can be thankful that our City Council has stood up to the defund the cops movement. Instead, we’ve strongly supported our deputies and also fought those trying to tear down our community’s rural mission statement. With the ocean, our great surf, and hiking and mountain bike trails, Malibu is blessed.

Living here, it’s easy to ignore problems that don’t directly impact us. We can afford inflation being 3.5 percent. But this is only the annual rate of increase. Prices have already risen 20 percent, which is devastating to most Americans. While fires in Lahaina seem an eerie reprise of 2018, with Maui Power blaming climate change while diverting money to renewables rather than line maintenance and brush clearance. As of Sept. 8, authorities are still hiding the number of deaths. Rumors suggest it will approach 1,000. Mostly children. Perhaps now is the time to step out of our comfort zone. There are seven Republican candidates and three (not counting Gavin Newsom) Democrats running for president. Who we choose will impact the future for our children and grandchildren. Some of the issues:

1. How can we grow the economy to counter our growing national

debt? The deficit doubled this year to 2 trillion dollars. Growing interest payments threaten to consume more of our budget than our military. The dollar’s status as the world’s reserve currency is being challenged.

2. How do we assure the solvency of Social Security and Medicare?

3. How do we reverse our declining birth rate? Even with immigration we (like most industrial economies) are not achieving replacement. (Hint: several countries have turned this around with programs favorable to families).

4. Our public schools face declining enrollment. Poor education is a guarantee of future failure and wasted lives. While the Supreme Court recently banned racial preferences (i.e.discrimination against Asians) it is the failure of big city schools to adequately prepare children, especially in poor and minority neighborhoods, that causes too many kids to be uncompetitive, which can be traced to big city teachers’ unions where terrible teachers cannot be fired. LA schools are funded at over $20,000 per student, so the tired claims of inadequate funding no longer hold water. And now, in an insane move that will undermine national security, California is forcing schools to adopt equity as a goal for math education. This will harm the best and brightest students. Lastly, parents with traditional values no longer feel they can send their children to public schools because of activist teachers and policies.

5. What will these candidates do to protect the environment without halting the growth needed to avoid a deficit debacle? When China builds a coal power plant every week, the administration’s plan to eliminate gas stoves and air conditioners seems vacuous. Energy is

the key to a vibrant economy and many so-called green policies are worse for the environment. Do solar panels and wind farm blades produced in China powered by coal powered plants really help? Biden sold oil to China from our Strategic Petroleum Reserve and under his Inflation Reduction and Chips acts, foreign countries get much of the subsidies. Yet except for RFK, little attention is directed at dangerous chemicals that have lasting impacts that may be poisoning our farmland and our bodies.

6. The administration has basically mandated electric vehicles by changing CAFE standards to nearly 60 miles per gallon, though the electrical infrastructure to charge more

cars is nonexistent.The brownouts in 2022 with EVs comprising only 4 percent of cars on the road means that without a technological breakthrough, such policies are impossible.

7. Both our ability to invest in less polluting technology and the dominance of our military is dependent on the strength of our economy, which, in turn, requires an uninterrupted supply of low cost energy. Like it or not, solar and wind will be inadequate for the foreseeable future. The Chinese, our main adversary, recognize this, which is why they build so many coal plants. We face hard choices. Natural gas produces half the CO2 as coal and nuclear plants and hy-

The Malibu Round Table

Friday,

Each month the agenda consists of:

dropower almost none. We are fortunate to have all three. And our oil is much cleaner than what we import from Venezuela. Since the cost of energy permeates every aspect of our economy, energy policies either reduce or increase the cost of nearly every product we buy, and thus our standard of living.

The men and women running for president will impact the future of our country, but if we hide in our very lovely bubble, we will end up with Trump and his legal troubles and Biden with his growing cognitive and corruption issues. Indepedent columnist may not reflect the view, opinion and/or ethics of the The Malibu Times. To send a response to the column email us at editorial@ malibutimes.com

The community is welcome to join the meeting by sending an email to us at office@malibutimes.com, and we will add you to the email invitation.

The Malibu Times, along with the Malibu Chamber of Commerce, look to make each meeting informative and engaging, allow for open conversations and an in-depth look at what is important to the community and keep everyone well informed. We look forward to seeing you.

Hayley Mattson

Hayley Mattson

Nic Mattson

Cami Martin, Lukas Johnson

Samantha Bravo

Michael Chaldu

Evan Rodda, Neil Schumaker, Jen Rodman, Anthony Atkins

Devon Meyers

Judy Abel, Barbara Burke, McKenzie Jackson, Burt Ross, Emmanuel Luissi

Mary Abbott, Anthony McDemas, Dorie Leo, Kaleb Rich-Harris

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

SIRENS

The following incidents were reported between:

Aug 16 - aug 30

 8/16 | Burglary

A vehicle parked near Winding Way was broken into and a laptop was stolen. The victim locked their vehicle before hiking, but upon return they found the front passenger window was shattered and found multiple items taken. The window was estimated to cost $200 to repair. The laptop was worth $1,000. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 8/17 | Petty Theft

A vehicle parked near Leo Carrillo State Beach was broken into, and an estimated $500 worth of clothing and surfing equipment was stolen. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 8/25| Grand Theft

An estimated $1,900 worth of surfing equipment was stolen from a vehicle parked at the Zuma Beach parking lot. The victim said they left the truck open while loading the rest of their equipment, and when they returned, they noticed multiple items were stolen from the trunk. There were no security cameras available for evidence.

 8/28 | Grand Theft

A gold chain medallion was stolen from the men’s locker room at Pepperdine University. There were no security cameras available for evidence. The chain was estimated to be worth $3,000. The victim told deputies that he found a similar chain being sold online.

 8/30 | Vandalism

Several businesses were vandalized and burglarized near Zuma Jay’s Surf Shop on PCH. The owner said they noticed the suspects opened the front door, causing damage to the metal frame and the alarm keypad was damaged. The victim said there was no evidence of the businesses being ransacked, but there was $880 in cash stolen from the register. The victim was unable to obtain security footage since the security cameras were damaged. The metal frame was estimated to cost $1,000 to repair, and the alarm pad was estimated to cost $350 to repair. The business nearby, 99 High Tide, was also burglarized.

Suspect arrested in murder of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer

Sheriff Robert Luna of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department recently released new details concerning the murder investigation of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer.

On the night of the fatal incident around 6 p.m., Deputy Clinkunbroomer was targeted in an ambush while he was on regular patrol duties. Dressed in his full uniform and operating a clearly marked patrol car, Deputy Clinkunbroomer had just departed from the Palmdale Station and was traveling north on Sierra Highway. He was alone in his vehicle and had paused at the intersection of Sierra Highway and Avenue Q in Palmdale when he was attacked. A Good Samaritan later found him unconscious in his vehicle and immediately alerted the staff at Palmdale Station. Deputy Clinkunbroomer was subsequently rushed to Antelope Valley Medical Center, where medical professionals did their utmost to treat his gunshot wound. Unfortunately, he passed away due to his injuries.

Following a 4 p.m. press confer-

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ence on Sept. 17, the community’s support led to significant advancements in the investigation. Early on Sept. 18, the Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Bureau executed a search warrant at the residence of the prime suspect, 29-year-old Kevin Cataneo Salazar. After a barricade situation that included attempts to de-escalate the encounter, Salazar was apprehended. A cache of firearms was recovered along with a vehicle of significant interest to the investigation.

Sheriff Luna commended the Palmdale community for their vital contributions to the case. Their information, along with the dedication of the homicide investigators, led to Salazar’s arrest. The case will now proceed to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for filing considerations.

The Clinkunbroomer family released a statement honoring Ryan’s commitment to public service and his community, stating that their son “made the ultimate sacrifice” in line of duty. They also thanked the community for their support during this tragic time.

Local officials, including Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Mayor Laura Bettencourt, expressed gratitude to law enforcement and the community for their efforts. ALADS President Richard Pippin also acknowledged the professionalism demonstrated by the department.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500 or anonymously via “Crime Stoppers” at (800) 222-TIPS. Information can also be submitted through the “P3Tips” Mobile APP or at lacrimestoppers.org.

The arrest of Salazar marks a crucial but preliminary phase in securing justice for Deputy Clinkunbroomer

and the Palmdale community. Authorities continue to collect evidence as the focus shifts toward prosecution.

A second Malibu restaurant hit with sexual harassment lawsuit

A second Malibu eatery has been hit with a sexual harassment lawsuit this week. Just a day after a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment at Nobu, a similar lawsuit was filed against Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club.

The plaintiff, Amanda Lynch, was a server for more than two years. Lynch claims she was wrongfully terminated last month. During her employment Lynch claims she raised complaints about sexual harassment, unsafe working conditions, health code violations, preferential treatment given to employees who had personal relationships with managers, underage drinking, and drinking on the job. She also alleges she was promised a raise and to receive tips that never materialized.

The restaurant’s operator, Guestology Group is named in the suit along with several supervisors who are alleged to have made degrading comments to female employees and that the girls “felt uncomfortable.” Lynch claims that her complaints to management did not stop the behavior and that after reporting a sexual assault by a VIP guest her hours were cut. Efforts to reach Calamigos Ranch and Beach Club management were unsuccessful.

‘21 Miles in Malibu’ honored by Accolade

Global Film Competition

Shane Gang Pictures’ documentary “21 Miles in Malibu” has won an Award of Excellence for Public Service Programming from The Accolade Global Film Competition. The film, directed by Nic Davis and produced by Michel Shane, tells the story of the creation of the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California and also the dangers that are inherent in the beauty surrounding Malibu. The award is an excellent achievement for the filmmakers and recognizes their exceptional craft and creativity. You can find more information about the film at 21milesinmalibu.com.

The Accolade Global Film Competition honors professionals in film, television, videography, and new media who demonstrate outstanding achievements in craft and creativity and those whose work contributes to profound social change. The judges are highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry. You can find information about The Accolade and recent winners at www. accoladecompetition.org.

Shane Gang Pictures is now part of the prestigious group of winners of this internationally respected award, which includes Malcolm Clarke’s Oscar-winning production “The Lady in Number Six,” Dave Bossert’s short documentary “The Tunes Behind The Toons” for Disney, Ron Howard’s “When You Find Me,” and Highwire Films Australia’s popular ABC TV series “twentysomething.”

mentary Chicago Indie Film Awards: Best Feature Documentary

• Golden Lion Best Film Award: Best Educational Feature Film

• 20th Accolade Global Film Competition: Award of Excellence in Documentary Short (Public Service Programming)

Emily Shane Foundation to host last fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 30, with 3 Heart Strings

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

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a 50 year resident of Malibu. Peter left this world on August 9, 2023, at the age of 95, surrounded by his loving family in Thousand Oaks, California.

Peter was born on January 18, 1928, in Santa Monica, CA. He was raised with his seven siblings, who all attended University High School in Los Angeles. He played Football at Uni High; it was his favorite sport to play and watch. The Escobar Family opened and operated Casa Escobar Restaurant, a Los Angeles institution since 1946. Peter was the proud owner of many Casa Escobar locations that brought people together, creating memorable experiences for countless patrons. As the decades rolled on, Peter’s daughter Kathy continued the legacy with two Casa Escobar locations in Malibu. As of today, his granddaughter Jessica is 5th generation running a Casa Escobar in Palm Desert, CA.

Peter was not only a success-

ful restaurateur but also a man of remarkable achievement. He was honored with many awards and, a special one from the legendary Chuck Norris, an honorary black belt. His son Joey and grandson Cory both own Karate studios in Malibu and Lake Tahoe. Peter could not have been more proud of his family’s accomplishments. Throughout his long and fruitful life, Peter was a source of inspiration for many. He dedicated himself to a life of active living, inspiring others with his disciplined approach to health. Whether in the gym or outdoors, Peter found solace and strength in the pursuit of physical well-being.

A memorial service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held on September 22, 2023, 3 PM at Our Lady of Malibu.

*The Malibu Times publishes any local obituary under 300 words with one photo at no cost. Anything over 300 words with additional images will have a fee to run in the paper. Please contact our office for more details on how we can help honor your loved ones. office@malibutimes.com (310)456.5507

Rick Prickett, the chair of The Accolade Global Film Competition, praised the winners for their exceptional quality of work, saying, “The Accolade is not an easy award to win. Entries are received worldwide from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent. The Accolade helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptionally high quality of entries. The Accolade aims to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”

To date, “21 Miles in Malibu” has won:

• 56th Worldfest - Houston International Film Festival: Gold

Reni Award for Best Safety Film

24th Annual Malibu Film Festival: Best Feature Film Docu-

For the entire month of September 2023, bracelet purchases will help support the nonprofit’s SEA Program. Prices range from $5 to $15 for individual bracelets; the bundle of all four is $45. A sheet of 11 reusable stickers cost $10.00. Access to purchase bracelets in addition to a sheet of reusable stickers created for the foundation will be available online as of Sept. 1 at The Emily Shane Foundation’s website, emilyshane. org, and/or at the 3 Heart Strings website, 3heartstrings.org. In addition, there will be in-person tabling events planned to be held in Malibu with specific locations and times: Malibu — Point Dume Village Shopping Center — Saturday, Sept. 30, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Lechuza Beach Accessibility improvements public

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

thu sep 21

THEATER THURSDAY

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

sat sep 23

FALL LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS

BEGINS

The City of Malibu Community Services Department is offering Learn to Swim Lessons for ages 1 to 14 on Saturdays from Sept. 23 to

CALENDAR

wen sep 27

ACTIVE SHOOTER RESPONSE

READINESS

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

LEGACY

PARK NATURE WALK AND STORY TIME

Oct. 28. If you have any questions on levels or level placement, please review the Swim Lesson Flow Chart found online at MalibuCity. org/Aquatics.

sat sep23

CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEANUP DAY AT ZUMA BEACH

Community members are invited to volunteer for the City of Malibu and Heal the Bay’s 2023

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

Spend the morning in nature. Participants will begin at the Malibu Library and enjoy a walk around Legacy Park with park educators on Wednesday, Sept. 27, from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants will take their time exploring migratory birds passing through to their winter resting grounds and other wildlife at the park. The walk will culminate with storytime at the amphitheater. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Malibu Library. For ages 1 and up. Pre-registration required.

thu sep28

SENIOR LUNCHEON AT MALIBU

SENIOR CENTER

Enjoy a healthy lunch, socialize with friends, and enjoy a variety of entertainment on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at the Malibu Senior Center. When calling to RSVP, please inform staff if a vegetarian meal is requested. A waiting list will be created after 80 RSVPs, and these spots fill quickly, so be sure to call as early as possible! September’s theme is Malibu’s Wild Wild West: Food will be catered from Stonefire Grill and there will be a performance by a Dolly Parton impressionist!

CHANGING OF THE VERSE

Ann Buxie will celebrate the conclusion of her term as Malibu Poet Laureate and welcome Nathan Hassall as the 2023-

25 Poet Laureate on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Malibu Multipurpose room at City Hall. The program will feature poetry readings by each former poet laureate, concluding with Hassall reading a poem and sharing insight into his new role as poet laureate. Refreshments will be provided.

fri sep29

FULL MOON HIKE

Discover the nighttime magic of Charmlee Wilderness Park during the full moon. Experience one of Malibu’s best hiking venues and learn all about the natural surroundings on Friday, Sept. 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Participants should feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain for 90 minutes. Hiking boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are recommended. Bring water and dress in layers. For ages 6 and up. Pre-registration required. sat

sep30

MALIBU TRIATHLON

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

FREE GARDENING WORKSHOP

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

tue oct 3

CREATIVE WRITING CLASS

In this free-form class, students learn to use writing as a tool for personal expression, creativity, and healing. Students explore creative writing techniques, fun prompts, timed writing exercises, and thoughtful listening. No experience is necessary. Bring pens, notebooks, and an open mind. Instructed by Tracy Katz. At the Malibu Senior Center from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m.

SANTA MONICA COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

The next Santa Monica College Board of Trustees regular public meetings will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 5 p.m. at the Multipurpose Room (Room 103 on the first floor), 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu, next to the Malibu Library. Members of the public attending in person will be seated in the Multipurpose Room. The meeting will be held inperson and livestreamed. For more information, please visit www.smc. edu/malibu.

sat oct 7

HARVEST OF HOPE COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER

The Harvest of Hope community fundraiser will occur on Sat, Oct. 7, from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church. The community fundraiser event will support local organizations such as the Malibu Community Labor Exchange and Habitat for Humanity. Live music by Angel City Fiddle Squad. For more information visit, staidanschurch.org/hoh2023.

FUNDRAISER FOR HEALTHCARE FOR HOMELESS ANIMALS

Healthcare for Homeless Animals (HHA) will be hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 10860 Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Chatsworth. HHA has funded medical treatment for homeless pets at the Agoura Animal Care Center for over 25 years. Appetizers and drink tickets available for purchase. For registration and more information visit healthcareforhomelessanimals. org.

sun oct 8

SMC GLASS PUMPKIN SALE

The SMC Glass Pumpkin Sale is a wonderful opportunity to buy handcrafted glass pumpkins in a variety of colors, styles, and sizes. Each pumpkin is a truly unique work of art that can enhance fallseason home and office decor, as well as satisfy any of your gift needs while supporting the SMC Art Department, the Palisades-Malibu YMCA and local artists.

The SMC Glass Pumpkin Sale will be held Sunday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at PalisadesMalibu YMCA’s Simon Meadow at Temescal Gateway Park, located at 15601 Sunset Blvd. (corner of Temescal and Sunset), Pacific Palisades.

ONGOING

FARMERS MARKET

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

MONTHLY HAND WEEDING AT POINT DUME

Bring your gardening gloves on the second Wednesday of each month (Oct 11 next one) from 9 a.m. to noon at the corner of Birdview & Cliffside Dr. Work with staff from State Parks to remove nonnative and invasive euphorbia from the area. Volunteers can email poisonfreemalibu@gmail. com to RSVP or sign up directly here at: https://www.signupgenius. com/go/20F0E49A9AD2FAB9monthly1.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION

SITTING GROUP

The Malibu Mindfulness Meditation Group meets Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. for a group sit and chat in Point Dume. The group is led by longtime local resident Michael Kory, who has been practicing Mindfulness Meditation for over 12 years and recently graduated a two-year teacher training program. Everyone is welcome, whether you are an experienced meditator or are a complete newbie. There are many benefits to be had both from giving yourself the gift of learning how to quiet the mind, and doing it in a group with the support of others.

If you wish to attend, please email mmm@bu-dharma.com for more info.

BALLET SLIM AND TRIM

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

TAP/JAZZ DANCE COMBO

Enter stage right to the Senior Center’s new dance program. The class will consist of jazz warm-ups and stretches, followed by routines. Every dance taught will be straight from a Broadway musical. Instructed by Ann Monahan. The class is Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Civic Theater at Malibu City

Hall. No experience is necessary. Register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

CARDIO SALSA AND STRETCH

An energetic Latin dance workout that incorporates salsa, cha-cha, and merengue in an easy-tofollow format. The cooldown will include stretching to relax the body. No dance experience necessary. Instructed by Jackline Daneshrad. The program is held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park. Sign up at MalibuCity.org/Register to register for the month, or pay a $5 drop-in rate, space permitting.

MAT PILATES PLUS

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

SENIOR STRETCH AND STRENGTH

Class is organized on Mondays from 1 to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants will focus on flexibility, balance, circulation, muscle tone, and breathing techniques. Class will be held outdoors at the Malibu Bluffs Park. Register for the month or pay a $5 drop-in rate. For additional information contact (310) 4562489, Ext. 357, or visit malibucity. org/SeniorCenter.

MAT YOGA

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

CHAIR YOGA

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

RELAX THROUGH COLORING

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

CHOIR

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

KNITTING

Knitting with Sheila Rosenthal is organized every Monday and Friday at the Senior Center at Malibu City Hall from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This is an ongoing drop-in complimentary program. No experience is required. Please bring your own size 8 needles and one skein of yarn.

Volunteers hold buckets of trash while participating at the California Coastal Cleanup at Surfrider Beach in 2022. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

Malibu awards grant to Sea Save Foundation and its global crusades against plastic pollution

The organization is committed to addressing the urgent issue of plastic pollution in the oceans

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

Plastic pollution is not just a local problem; it’s a global crisis that demands collaborative solutions. The Malibu City Council has taken steps by banning single-use plastic and bioplastic straws, stirrers, and cutlery in local retail stores and restaurants. However, the issue transcends local boundaries, as plastics and microplastics from afar infiltrate our pristine beaches and the seafood we consume.

The Sea Save Foundation, a passionate nonprofit advocate for ocean conservation, received a $5,000 grant from the City of Malibu’s General Fund for the 2023–24 fiscal year, to address the urgent issue of plastic pollution in the oceans and its pro-

found impact on the Malibu community.

Malibu’s General Fund Grant Program provides funding to nonprofit organizations located within the City of Malibu that benefit community residents.

The foundation focuses on raising awareness of marine ecosystems and the challenges they face by sending a weekly email to over 30,000 readers summarizing headline-making ocean news from around the world called Ocean Week in Review.

Sea Save Foundation Director Georgienne Bradley was enthusiastic about this donation.

“I’m thrilled to have the support of my community in Malibu, renowned for its

stunning surf, beaches, and marine environment,” Bradley said in a press release.

“It’s wonderful to see that others also recognize the importance of international collaboration to safeguard these precious resources. While beach cleanups are valuable, we must address issues at their root if we want to truly make a difference and reverse the tide of environmental challenges.”

According to the foundation, the prudent use of funds will bolster its advocacy efforts, safeguarding Malibu’s beaches and the health of its residents from the insidious effects of plastic pollution. Its team’s expertise and active engagement in global initiatives position them as invaluable contributors to addressing this critical issue.

Mayor for the City of Malibu Bruce Silverstein said as a member of the committee that reviewed the grant applications, he made the recommendation to the City Council this past year.

“I was pleased to recommend a General Fund Grant Award to the Sea Save Foundation,” Silverstein said in an email to The Malibu Times. “Sea Save was founded by a member of the Malibu community,

is committed to the health of our oceans, which are critically important to us all, and particularly important to Malibu residents who are privileged to live in a coastal village that spans 21 miles of the Southern California coastline. I wish that we had been able to make a larger grant to the Sea Save Foundation, but we are blessed with so many worthy local causes that we needed to be judicious in the amount of grants to award.”

The foundation says it also collaborates with the United Nations and other global organizations to achieve policy changes that protect the oceans. Its delegates participate in United Nations conferences such as Sustainable Development Goals Life Underwater and the Conference on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). During these conferences, the Sea Save Foundation works with United Nations member nations to set ambitious goals to protect oceans worldwide. They blend science, economics, and a strong understanding of local culture to mold proposed solutions for government leaders worldwide.

Transforming tragedy into a force for good

Malibu restaurateur

Howdy Kabrins launches

Sonrisa 14, a nonprofit

By BARBARA BURKE

Anguished, but determined to have inexplicably diabolical evil be transformed into doing good, Howdy Kabrins stood before a hushed audience at the Malibu Jewish Center & Synagogue, as many attendees weeped. His clenched fist manifested a father’s helplessness as he and his family traverse the unenviable, lonely, lifelong journey of mourning a daughter — their only child —

adults to grandparents — there’s something for everyone’s taste buds.

“I think diversifying in areas we chose to fit into, it’s sort of a natural fit,” Prince Street Pizza Director of Operations Sid Jones said. “We’re kind of slowly but steadily expanding throughout LA and different counties, it just felt natural to have this opportunity; it’s great.”

Matt Giamela, owner of RC Provisions, makes the pastrami and chili paste for Irv’s Burgers and said it’s a true blessing to see the establishment in Malibu.

“Being a resident of Malibu and Calabasas area, we are very excited to have both Prince Street and Irv’s Burgers here,” Giamela said. “Irv’s Burgers is one of the best burgers in all of Los Angeles.”

Alongside Malibu’s most iconic surf point, Surfrider Beach, The Park at Cross Creek hosts a variety of restaurants, retail, and wellness amenities. Irv’s Burgers and Prince Street Pizza join the other food options at the park, including Howdy’s Sonrisa Cafe, Blue Bottle Coffee, and the Whole Foods Market’s readyto-eat cuisine.

Irv’s Burgers first opened on Historic Route 66 in West Hollywood in 1946. Prince Street Pizza first opened in 2012 in Manhattan and has since expanded west, with locations in West Hollywood, Downtown LA, West LA, Venice and Studio City.

Irv’s menu also features cookies, floats, milkshakes, and will soon feature a breakfast menu with burritos and sandwiches.

The event also introduced Sparky’s, the smallest sports bar in America. With room for 16 guests and televisions for games, the bar will serve beer, wine, seltzers, and more.

The bar will begin operations on Thursday, Sept. 21.

who was senselessly murdered and mutilated by her drugged-out fiance a world away in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2015.

“Linda and I are in a space where we want to begin the launch of Sonrisa 14, a nonprofit foundation dedicated to curbing toxic masculinity and femicide,” he said, with determination. They are, he explained, finding a way to transform tragedy into positivity by creating an organization that will raise awareness, educate communities, and promote discussions to challenge harmful stereotypes and behaviors.

“We firmly believe that by coming together, we can accomplish

meaningful change.” He and Linda said in their Aug. 25 letter inviting attendees to learn more, to care, to be involved in their initiative. Their salutation read, “with hope and determination.”

Many in Malibu have vicariously accompanied the Kabrins, who spent years in Cape Town, South Africa, where, after a harrowing months-long trial, billionaire playboy Diego Novella was convicted of strangling his fiance, Gabriela Kabrins Alban.

Howdy and Linda were in a Cape Town courtroom every day facing Gabriela’s assailant until Novella was sentenced to prison, and his liv-

ing victims — those whom Gabriela left behind — were sentenced to coping with her loss and to finding a way — some way — to go forward and emerge from the devastating abyss of wondering why they were thrust into the senseless madness surrounding the loss of Gaby.

In response to the Kabrins’ letter inviting attendees to learn more about Sonrisa 14, there arrived a brilliantly written, heartfelt response from none other than The Hon. Mr. Justice VC Saldanha, the Cape Town judge who adjudicated the lengthy trial and who sentenced Novella. His letter, Howdy said, manifested intellect and goodness.

A recent exciting achievement was the protection of entire families of sharks and rays — all requiem sharks, guitarfishes, and hammerhead sharks — at the 2022 Conference of the Parties to CITES.

“This was a huge win to begin countering declines of 70 percent in shark populations over the past 50 years,” according to the press release. “It is the first time ever that an entire family of sharks has been added to Appendix II, which is an international agreement between countries aiming to ensure that international trade does not threaten the survival of the species listed in it. By listing an entire family of sharks with trade protections, a loophole is closed whereby listed species could be illegally traded as a lookalike, unlisted ones.”

“Those of us who call Malibu home can appreciate the beauty and awe of the ocean every day, but the ocean is more than beautiful,” Bradley said. “It’s fundamentally important for human survival, and these funds will be used to advance public policy to protect it.”

To learn more about the Sea Save Foundation, visit www.seasave.org.

Howdy Karin’s is shown with daughter Gabriela in this undated photo. Contributed Photo

An employee hands out a slice of pizza to a guest at the grand opening.

Guests enjoyed an afternoon of music, food and beer pong at the grand opening.

Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

Pepperdine students smile for a photo at the grand opening on Sept. 13.

A young customer (seen in reflection at far left) looks at the pizzas on display as employees prepare more at Prince Street Pizza, which had a grand opening along with Irv’s Burgers.

Special to The Malibu Times

SMMUSD Assistant Superintendent Jacqueline Mora dies at 46

SMMUSD’s educational services chief was remembered as a remarkable friend and educator

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The Malibu Times

Santa Monica Malibu Unified School

District Assistant Superintendent Jacqueline Mora, has died at 46 following a battle with an illness, Superintendent Antonio Shelton announced on Monday.

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Dr. Jacqueline Mora, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, following a five-month, hardfought, battle with an illness. Dr. Mora was 46 years old,” Shelton said in an email to the SMMUSD community. “Dr. Mora was a bright light to all who knew her and worked with her. Her passion for public education, dedication to students, families and staff, and her desire to see all students succeed academically and social-emotionally inspired her personally and professionally.”

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hearing scheduled for Oct. 2

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct. 2 on the development proposed by the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) to improve public access at Lechuza Beach with Americans with Disability Act-compliant parking and bathroom, viewing platforms, advanced onsite wastewater treatment system, and staircase reconstruction. For more information about the project, visit the California Environmental Quality Act website at ceqanet.opr.ca.gov/2019011015/3. The agenda and staff report for the hearing will be posted on the Agenda Center webpage at malibucity.org in advance.

Malibu Middle and High School Campus Specific Plan public hearing to be held Oct. 9

The Malibu City Council will consider modifications to the Malibu Middle and High School Campus Specific Plan suggested by the California Coastal Commission (CCC) during the Oct. 9 council meeting. The CCC approved the Plan with suggested modifications on Sept. 8. If the City Council agrees to all modifications, the CCC would report it at its next meeting in order to allow for the amended LCP to be certified in that form. For CCC meeting information, visit coastal. ca.gov/. For more information about the plan, visit the project webpage at malibucity.org/397/Malibu-Middle-High-School-Improvements.

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Former SMMUSD Superintendent Dr. Ben Drati, who worked with her in both SMMUSD and the Santa Barbara Unified School District, said her impact on the lives of those she touched will be remembered for years to come.

“I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Dr. Mora, a truly remarkable friend and educator,” Drati said. “Throughout our time working together in both the Santa Barbara Unified and Santa Monica-Malibu school districts, I witnessed firsthand her unwavering dedication and genuine care for the education and progress of all students.”

Drati said her legacy as a compassionate educator and advocate for educational equality will continue to inspire and guide him in his own endeavors.

“Dr. Mora’s passion for uplifting underserved and under-resourced communities was truly inspiring. She constantly sought ways to create equal opportunities and ensure that every student had access to a quality education,” he said. “Personally, I will greatly miss Dr. Mora. Her kindness, empathy, and unwavering commitment to her students and colleagues have left a

improvement work to begin at PCH and Las Flores; expect intermittent lane closures

Caltrans will have intermittent lane closures for a project to improve a left turn lane and traffic signal on southbound PCH at Las Flores Canyon Road to enhance safety and traffic flow starting Sept. 25. The work is expected to be completed by this winter, weekdays, with occasional work on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The work will include installing a protected left-turn lane on southbound PCH, upgrading traffic signal hardware, lighting and poles, upgrading a flashing beacon warning system, and installing a speed feedback device to alert motorists of their speed. Businesses and residents will have access during construction operations and all businesses may keep their regular open hours. Signs will be posted. Proceed with caution and watch for vehicles and workers in the road. Traffic citation fines are doubled in construction zones under California law.

Waterworks District 29 begins improvement project for Encinal Canyon

LA County Public Works, Waterworks District 29 (WWD29) started work on Sept. 11 to replace waterlines in the Encinal Canyon neighborhood on the following streets: parts of Encinal Canyon Road, Vista Del Preseas, Camino De Buena Ventura, Avenida De La Encinal, Encinal Canyon Road, Calle De La Burrita, Avenida Del Mar, and Via Vienta Street. The project aims to improve water system reliability and ensure the health and safety of water customers. Construction is to be completed by July 2024. work

lasting impression on my life.”

Mora came to Central California from Mexico as a child with her parents, sister, and brother. She was an English learner, who worked hard and was motivated to succeed in order to help others achieve their goals. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chicano studies and in Spanish from University of California, Santa Barbara; a Master’s degree in education with a concentration of teaching and learning from UCSB; a Master’s degree in education with a concentration in administrative and policy studies from UCLA, and a doctorate in K-12 leadership in urban education from USC. Her dissertation is entitled “Promising Practices that Superintendents Use to Influence Instruction and Increase the Achievement of Latino Students in Urban School Districts.”

Mora worked for SMMUSD for six years in her current capacity. In her role, she had oversight of educational programming, curriculum development, and instructional strategies to ensure optimal learning opportunities and outcomes and growth experiences for all students; she was involved in the hiring and evaluation

hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Minimal traffic impacts are expected. Affected customers were notified directly by WWD29 of any temporary water service disruptions. For more information, visit the WWD29 project webpage at lacounty.gov/GIS/projectmap.

Construction expected to start on Solstice Bridge Replacement Project in October

The award and approval of the contractor on the Caltrans Solstice Bridge Replacement Project was completed in late August. Construction work is expected to begin in October. The project is expected to take 430 working days, with traffic controls in place. The city will post details on the work schedule and any lane closures as soon as they become available.

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

West Basin District holding water conservation events in 2023

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

of principals and staff, professional development programming, budgeting and advisory committee leadership and advisement. She was a mentor, teacher, and friend to staff and families in the district. She led efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic to shift to distance learning, which ultimately led to SMMUSD students not experiencing extreme learning loss felt in other districts across the country.

In her 17 years of prior public education experience before joining SMMUSD, Dr. Mora served as the director of English learner and parent engagement programs at Santa Barbara USD; served as an elementary school principal for schools in Santa Barbara, San Francisco and Glendale and previously served as assistant principal, categorical program advisor and teacher in the LAUSD.

“During this difficult time, my thoughts and sympathies are with Dr. Mora’s family, friends, and the entire educational community,” Drati said. “May her memory serve as a reminder of the incredible difference one person can make in the lives of many.”

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and save you money, and resources to help the community be resilient.

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

Wednesday, Sept. 27

Community Updates: Speakers Bureau: West Basin offers presentations to organizations and businesses in their service area on a variety of water topics. For more information about West Basin’s free water conservation water classes, workshops, and tours, visit the website and sign up at westbasin.org. (Go to Community/Classes, Workshops, & Tours).

Construction to begin on Traffic Signal Synchronization Project to improve safety and mobility

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

According to Caltrans, during the past 10 years, there have been more than 4,000 collisions on PCH in Malibu. Speeding and improper turns are the most common contributing factors to collisions, both of which will be directly addressed by the Signal Synchronization Project. The system can also be used to help emergency evacuations move quickly and safely. The $34.6 million project is fully funded through County Measure R transportation funds.

The city’s parcel on Civic Center Way and Webb Way will be used for storage of construction vehicles and materials, employee parking, and a temporary construction office, which will make the project more efficient and reduce vehicle traffic on PCH and Malibu Canyon. Per the city’s requests, the contractor will install screening and has committed to keeping the location clean. For more information, visit malibucity.org.

Sign up for e-notifications

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

Updated Zonehaven Evacuation Zone

maps for Malibu to be sent

Know your zone! The City of Malibu will be mailing out information cards to all households in Malibu about the updated Zonehaven Evacuation Zone numbers for Malibu. Malibu’s zones are now numbered MAL-C111 to MAL-C114. Los Angeles County adopted new official disaster response and evacuation zones and the new Zonehaven AWARE online tool in November 2022. All county agencies and cities, including the City of Malibu, will adhere to them in a disaster. The new zones for Malibu are the same as the city’s evacuation zones (11-14) that were adopted in February 2020 as part of the city’s official Mass Evacuation Plan, following a recommendation after the Woolsey Fire.

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

Postcards mailed out

citywide with tips on staying informed during a disaster

During wildfires, earthquakes, and other disasters, Malibu may experience widespread, long-lasting power, landline phone, cellphone, and internet outages. It is critical for life safety to be able to access emergency information. The city mailed out postcards to all Malibu addresses with tips on how to stay informed during a disaster, especially when there are widespread, long-lasting power outages. Watch for the postcards in the mail, save them, and keep them handy to be prepared for wildfire season. The postcard can also be downloaded and printed at malibucity.org/DocumentCenter.

Free Gardening 101 Workshop on Sept. 30

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

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

Community members are invited to volunteer for the City of Malibu and Heal the Bay’s 2023 Malibu Coastal Cleanup Day at Zuma Lagoon and Westward Beach on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The day is California Coastal Cleanup Day, California’s largest annual volunteer event, when thousands of community volunteers across the state unite to protect our beach and ocean ecosystems. The event is a great way to keep Malibu’s beaches clean and protect its marine environment. It’s also a great activity for kids to learn about environmental protection and community service. For more information and to sign up, visit the website at eventbrite.com/e/ coastal-cleanup-day-2023-tickets-681853782017?aff=oddtdtcreator.

California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest deadline is Sept. 25

The 24th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest is open for entries until Monday, Sept. 25, at 5 p.m. The contest is free and open to all amateur photographers.

Contest prize packages have been generously donated. Check out this year’s great prizes and sponsors at coastal.ca.gov/photo/prizes.html. For more information or questions about entries, contact the California Coastal Commission at coast4u@ coastal.ca.gov.

Malibu Community Pool closed Sept. 25

Due to the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s observed holiday, the Malibu Community Pool will be closed on Monday, Sept. 25. City parks will be open from 8 a.m. to sunset, and City Hall will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information on city parks and facilities, visit malibucity.org.

Introduction of New Malibu Poet Laureate

The Malibu Poet Laureate Committee will host Changing of the Verse at City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 5 p.m. Former Malibu poet laureates and local poets will read original work, the Malibu Arts Commission and Poet Laureate Committee will recognize outgoing Poet Laureate Anne Buxie for her commitment to literary arts, and the city’s new Poet Laureate Nathan Hassall will read his poems and discuss his plan to enhance poetry through 2025. Free, no RSVPs needed. For more information, visit the Poetry webpage at malibucity. org/poetry.

Leon-Vazquez plans to open the Sept. 21 school board meeting in her memory. Mora is survived by her mother, Maria Mora; her brother, David Mora; sister, Vanessa Mora; and a niece, of Central California, and her fiancé, Eduardo Magaña.

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theatrical arts, and provide teachers and administration with support.

Student extracurricular opportunities abound, thanks to parent-led organizations

The Shark Fund, formed in 2003, pays for Parent Teacher Student Associations, which provide teacher supplies, programming for technology, gardening, mindfulness, field trips, community events, flowater stations so the schools don’t overuse plastics, and hospitality.

TSF also supports the Athletic Booster Club, which provides athletic uniforms, equipment, conditioning and off-season coaches, assistant coaches, tournament expenses, banners, trophies, spirit wear and this year, to help renovate the weight room.

Arts Angels is another recipient of TSF funding and ensures that students benefit from having instruments, strings, sheet music, choir costumes, teacher and art project supplies, dance team uniforms and a musical accompanist. Finally, the TSF provides the four school’s administrations with after-school tutors and a community service learning coordinator for the high school.

Each of those recipient organizations have traditionally fundraised. However, according to Shark Fund President Karin Al Hardin, this year there is a concerted effort to centralize most fundraising within the Shark Fund so as to free up parent volunteers in the recipient groups to better serve students.

“The district schools in Santa Monica are able to offer more extracurricular opportunities due to economies of scale,” Al Hardin said. “Whereas it costs Malibu schools a lot more to offer less.”

This year’s fundraising goal is $437, 200, an amount needed to support the students and faculty. Donations are tax-deductible.

“We need to have the involvement of community businesses to fully support the students,” Al Hardin said. “We’d like to emphasize to your readers that we need financial support, of course, but also that everyone in the community is welcome to many of our events — and they’re fun! We hope to see Malibuites at our Homecoming on Sept. 20 and at sports and arts events

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last year is said to have returned to the establishment frequently. He is alleged to have repeatedly sidled up behind hostesses and “lightly fondle[d] their buttocks before they had the chance to avoid his advances.” It’s further alleged the man’s behavior became more aggressive after he drank alcohol.

Doe claims this manager asked for her phone number for personal reasons during her first week working at Nobu three years ago and then repeatedly texted her asking to meet in person outside of her work hours. Just months later, Doe alleges “Marcus” cornered her in an office, restrained both her hands, and kissed her neck after he had been drinking.

Her lawsuit claims she was subjected to frequent and unwanted

throughout the year.”

Al Hardin and her team are striving to achieve 100 percent family participation in TSF’s direct drive. They suggest a donation of $2,500 per student, although any amount is appreciated.

The Malibu Times chatted with each of the parent-led organizations’ leadership about what is planned this school year.

Arts Angels

“I would love to see all the visual arts and performing arts students and teachers come together this year in a performance/student art auction fundraiser showing off the amazing talent our exceptional students have,” said Arts Angels President Jo Drummond. “Having every student participate in the beautiful mural designed by our incredible art teacher, Tom Hacker, will bring artistic expression from the entire student community.”

Sharing the draft image of the mural submitted to the school district, Drummond explained the mural will depict a nature scene with Point Dume and the ocean and will showcase surfers and ocean and bird life. Memorials of some students recently lost will also be included.

“We have a central spot picked out for the project on campus that will last through all the future construction and the mural will be a forever monument for the middle and high school,” she said.

Hacker, who is very excited to see students shine, has allocated about approximately one square foot of space on the building exterior for each student to create a special work. They will, he predicts, make a mural that is gorgeous, expressive and memorable.

Arts Angels Vice President Jolynn

Regan invites the community to the Cabaret concert on Oct. 13, featuring the band, orchestra, and Dr. Kryrsta Sorenson’s choir students from all grades. “The Cabaret will be in the new high school theater which is gorgeous,” Regan said. “We are excited that interested students can take a choir class through Santa Monica College after school and they earn one college credit, an experience that allows our students to participate with more experienced singers.”

Additionally, Regan noted, Arts Angels supports three theatrical plays every year, such as the wildly popular

sexual advances from clientele and other managers as well and that after she reported the issues to management, written company policies were not complied with and went unenforced. The lawsuit claims the Malibu restaurant with worldwide locations not only encourages the hostesses to wear “scantily clad black uniforms,” but that their flirtatious attire subjects the hostesses to unwanted sexual advances. Stated in the complaint:

“As the first point of contact for NOBU customers Plaintiff, and young female hostesses like her, are expected to address and deflect whoever and whatever advances are made toward them, with a smile on their face, as guests walk through the entry doors. Therefore, it is ironic that despite requiring its hostesses be scantily clad and address patrons at varying levels of sobriety, NOBU does little to protect its hostesses

“SpongeBob” this past spring. The visual arts are also widely supported.

Parent Teacher Student Associations contribute greatly

“Our PTSA is parent-led, teacherfocused and student-centered,” said Kevin Keegan, PTSA president for Malibu Middle School and MHS.

“This year, we will boost the ‘S’ in PTSA and involve the kids more,” Keegan said, noting that mindfulness is one area of PTSA’s focus.

“Working with faculty and staff, we want to run an awareness campaign for the families, teachers and administrators with the intention of mindfulness being a component of the curriculum,” Keegan said. “We will collaborate with the Boys & Girls Club’s Kindness is Free program and we plan to have six mindfulness events, including meditation, yoga and sound baths.”

Longtime Malibu resident Michael Kory will help form a mindfulness/meditation sitting group. Interested students can join and be an integral part of designing some events.

Keegan is also going to work on educating parents about everchanging technologies.

“Parents feel challenged with regard to how technology affects our students,” he said. “We will invite students to explore artificial intelligence, letting them do research about it with the help of a faculty member.”

Keegan wants to involve the students even more.

“I’m reaching out to the high school journalism class seeking student volunteers to help with weekly newsletters and I’ve met with the student leadership to find students who want to contribute to the mindfulness initiative,” he said. “When students are involved, parents’ participation increases.”

Also on Keegan’s agenda this year is possibly addressing safety and security, reading and mental health. He anticipates working with partner parent organizations to expand the middle school’s sports program and to bolster STEM offerings at MHS.

“A significant percentage of our budget goes to helping each faculty member with a few hundred dollars for resources they need for their classes,” Keegan added.

PTSA is also active in Malibu elementary schools. Sion Roy, Webster’s PTSA president, has big plans this year.

from the unwanted and unwelcome sexual advances which reflexively result. Because of its close proximity to Hollywood’s brightest stars, and NOBU’s ‘please the customer first’ mantra, Plaintiff and other young female hostesses performing the same role, endure outright sexual advances and abuse for the sake of maintaining NOBU’s glamourous [sic] reputation and keeping their jobs.”

Although only one former manager is named, “there were other actions by employees that were more subtle,” Alexander stated. When asked if the plaintiff reported anything to the police, Alexander replied no.

“The PTSA supports the art teacher, provides art supplies, computer-based learning, extra additional instructional aids for kids and many events throughout the year, including field trips and fifth grade’s Yosemite camping trip,” Roy said.

“Our big focus is fundraising and we have a budget of several hundred thousand dollars that we need to raise. My goal as PTSA president is to increase community involvement through businesses because in many other PTSAs businesses are part of the fabric of schools.”

Involving businesses is more important than ever, Roy noted. “As we emerge from COVID and the Woolsey Fire, we have experienced declining enrollment and our goal is to return to normalcy.”

Although formal enrollment numbers for this year will not be counted until next month, Roy said, “However, we think we’re increasing enrollment and that it’s a little higher than last year, but the enrollments are still coming in.” Look for PTSA fundraiser efforts at the elementary level throughout the year.

“We will raise money through party book events where parents and community members buy party books. We have 19 of those scheduled. That’s a way for the community to be involved,” Roy said. “Such events are not just for fundraising but also for parents to get together.”

Roy also noted that Webster Principal Tedd Wakeman has a real vision for Webster and part of it is to get kindergartners to put on an event in the cafeteria and put together food trucks. Dubbed “Deep Learning Expos,” such fundraisers are led by the students with parental and teacher oversight.

“Last year, the kids cooked the food themselves with parent and teacher assistance, and they advertised the event.” He explained. “This activity taught math and other skills. With Deep Learning Expos, every grade will be involved in a different event. We will have one in fall and one in spring.”

Athletic booster club backs student athletes’ plays Go Sharks! The football team won its first game against Desert Christian on Sept. 1. Their success is attributable, in part, to efforts by The Shark Fund and the Athletic Booster Club.

Mike Halualani is in his first year

“There are lots of reason why people don’t report to police a ‘he said, she said.’ You don’t want to expose yourself to that,” he said. “The standards with regard to a criminal matter are ridiculously high. Why would she subject herself to that? She told her employer. The employer took action and that should have hopefully resolved it and now he’s back. The action she was initially complaining about was addressed, but then allowing him to come back is the issue.”

Alexander said he and his co-counsel had tried to have discussions with attorneys for Nobu to “informally resolve the matter without success. We contacted them

as the football head coach. He has served as the head track and field coach since 2017.

The Shark Fund and Athletic Booster Club are very supportive, Halualani stated, noting that in addition to providing new uniforms and refurbished helmets, the parent organizations pay for team travel, football equipment, referee fees, and they are planning to makeover the high school weight room.

Halualani explained that MHS plays 8-man football, with teams in Division 2 that is independent (not in a league) and competes with smaller schools in Southern California.

Parent Lara Godbille is most grateful that her two high schoolers’ sports teams are supported by parent organizations. Her son, Xavier, a sophomore, plays on the MHS football and soccer teams and her daughter, Giselle, a freshman, plays on the frosh-soph volleyball and water polo teams.

“As a student-athlete at MHS, I feel very lucky that the Shark Fund and the Athletic Booster Club provide the things we need to excel in our sports,” Gisele Godbille said. “Even though our school is on the smaller side, because of the parent and community support we still get the opportunity to have sports like they do at a bigger school.”

Gabrielle’s brother, Xavier Godbille, agrees wholeheartedly.

“Both the Shark Fund and Athletic Booster Club are important to me because they purchased our jerseys, shoulder pads, mouth guards, etc.” Xavier said. “Not only is new equipment important, it is also fun and safer for us.”

Melissa Shanahan, now in her third year as president of the Athletic Booster Club, notes that with donated funds, parents can operate the Snack Shack for all indoor games, including volleyball and basketball.

“Having the Snack Shack is a community thing that everyone enjoys,” she said. “We sell a lot of Sharkwear at sporting events and at community events such as the Chili Cook-Off this past weekend.”

The ABC also operates the popular Christmas tree lot each year in Malibu.

“Our tree lot is a community tradition and students who participate can earn their volunteer hours.” Shanahan noted.

Derek Saenz, who coaches the frosh/soph, junior varsity and varsity volleyball teams, notes the parent-led

in an attempt to discuss resolution without success.”

The complaint seeks at a minimum $500,000 in damages.

“We believe the value is substantially more,” the attorney said.

“As a result of filing the lawsuit we’ve received contact by other exemployees that have suggested that the conduct towards our client was not isolated,” Alexander added.

All the former employees who have contacted Alexander’s office

organizations make a big difference for student-athletes.

“The biggest contribution The Shark Fund and Athletic Booster Club provide is to help pay coaching staff,” Saenz said. “Although the district provides us some funding for that, the parent organizations help us provide some assistant coaches. Our women volleyball players benefit from such extra coaching. Indeed, we have Pepperdine volleyball players as coaches and we had Spencer Wickens coach for three years.”

Wickens, prominently known in volleyball circles, went on to coach at the University of Nebraska and he is now an assistant coach at Stanford, Saenz explained.

“Receiving coaching from such elite athletes makes our team members feel very connected to the wider volleyball community.” Saenz said, noting that such a connection helps the athletes who segue to collegiate sports.

Shanahan warmly invites community members to enjoy the fall lineup of sports, including cross country, girls golf, tennis, girls volleyball, boys water polo and football.

“We hear over and over from the kids that they play so much better when our stands are full,” Shanahan said. “It’s fun when families with young kids come to encourage the athletes and that also encourages their kids to become involved in athletics.”

Students experience their school years only once and the parent-led organizations strive to ensure they have well-rounded extracurricular and academic opportunities.

“We encourage everyone in the Malibu community to give to The Shark Fund and to participate in our schools’ events,” Al Hardin said. “I don’t think people realize how little we get from the district for all of our sports and arts programs. The district only pays for a tiny bit of the expenses.”

An education without the arts is not a complete education, Drummond and Regan noted.

“For our athletes to be competitive, we need conditioning coaches and cameras to film the kids so they can review their plays and learn how to improve.” Al Hardin added. “The Shark Fund helps provide them with an edge.”

Any little contribution helps, Al Hardin said, adding, of course, “Go Sharks!”

have been female. He confirmed it is possible they could either join the existing lawsuit or file complaints separately.

The is not the first time the Nobu brand has faced litigation. In the past decade, other locations have been sued over allegations of sexual harassment and hostile work conditions.

The Malibu Times did not get comment from Nobu Malibu despite several attempts to contact.

Malibu Magazine, and Julie Wuellner, the editor-in-chief, along with their exceptionally talented team, for their years of unwavering commitment and hard work. They also wanted to extend a sincere “thank you” to their dedicated readers and advertisers, recognizing that the enduring support from these communities has been an essential cornerstone in making this transformative merger a reality.

“The acquisition of Malibu Magazine is an honor, and we are humbled that Dirk chose us to continue the brand and publication,” said Nic Mattson, co-owner and CEO of 13 Stars Media. “The history of both Malibu and Malibu Times magazines are steeped in the culture and mystique that is Malibu, and we are grateful for the opportunity to merge them into Malibu — The Magazine of the Times.”

“This event comes at a great time for us as we had recently increased Malibu

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to health and well-being for 20 years, and raising millions for charity, I’ve come to realize that the world isn’t always fair.”

The snafu is attributable to city staff denying the triathlon a temporary use permit on Sept. 8. The denial was a notice to affected citizens, which is mandated by the Malibu Municipal Code, could not be sent to those citizens because the route for the bicycling component of the event had to be reconfigured as the underpass at Zuma Beach remains closed due to flooding attributable to rains in the past few months. A link to the staff report and the Commission’s agenda can be viewed at malibucity.org/AgendaCenter/ ViewFile/Item/6269?fileID=53822

Malibu Municipal Code Sections 17.68.050(B) and (D) require that the planning director mail a public notice to all property owners and tenants within a 500-foot radius of the subject property and not less than 32 days prior to the proposed event.

The staff report stated, “The notice for the event was required to be mailed on Aug. 24, 2023, since the setup was to commence on Sept. 25, 2023. Given that staff did not have a final racecourse by this date, staff did not have a complete project description or confirmed noticing radius, and therefore, the public notice was not issued.”

Lindner submitted an application for a temporary use permit on March 8, with a printed list of residents within 500 feet of the proposed race route.

On Aug. 11, he had a conversation with Mindy Sherwood, the individual responsible for permitting at the Department of Beaches and Harbors, who began investigating the underpass status.

On Sept. 8, Adrian Hernandez,

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of the altered course,” Mazza said. “It is not within our commission’s power to ignore that law.” Peak refuted, noting that many attendees had advocated to allow the triathlon to proceed and that it was a longstanding community event that raises millions of dollars for CHLA.

During the commissioners’ conversation, Lindner was asked whether he could postpone the event until later in October so as to allow the 32-day notice to be given to the affected residents. Lindner noted that rules governing triathlons did not allow a deferral of a race within 30 days of the originally scheduled date and that given other triathlon dates the event could not occur until December, which would be untenable.

assistant City of Malibu planning director, informed Lindner that the TUP would be denied, where upon the triathlon timely appealed that decision to the Planning Commission.

An email sent to The Malibu Times by Nicole Mooradian, public information specialist for Los Angeles County Beaches and Harbors on Sept. 18, encapsulates the role of each government agency overseeing the underpass and what occurred in this situation.

“It’s a complicated situation,” Mooradian said in the email.

“DBH is responsible for the road itself, but not the surrounding area. We have a permit from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to clear sediment and debris on the roadway side of the underpass only. We remove this debris after every storm season. (We also did debris removal in July before the holiday; however, we were unable to open the road because of the

continued flooding).”

“Caltrans has jurisdiction over the Zuma Creek streambed. Caltrans has cleared the streambed once since the Woolsey Fire, and since then, a significant amount of sediment has built up in the area. Due to this sediment buildup, the water is flowing downhill from the streambed and onto the roadway.” Mooradian continued, “Exacerbating the issue is the fact that Zuma Creek is still flowing into the ocean.

In addition to the current flooding in the underpass, there are concerns related to water quality and estuarine fish habitat for species like the southern steelhead trout and tidewater goby. Double-check with Caltrans, but I understand they are pursuing the required permit from California Department of Fish & Wildlife to remove sediment from the streambed before the rainy season. We are also trying to work with Caltrans management to lessen the risk of future underpass closures.”

Ardent athletes, contributors to CHLA through the triathlon, physicians treating pediatric cancer patients, and researchers at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles implored the commission to let the triathlon proceed. One lone dissenter, Malibuite Bill Sampson, asked the commission to adopt the City of Malibu staff’s recommendation to uphold staff’s denial of the TUP.

Lindner gave a presentation to the commissioners delineating the timeline of the triathlon’s TUP application and noted that the revised course for the bicycling part of the race had been approved by Los Angeles Lifeguards and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.

“The Planning Department has been helpful in navigating through this challenging situation,” Lindner emphasized. “It’s nobody’s fault that the underpass is flooded. The reconfigured route only affects the bicycling part of the triathlon.”

LA County Supervisor Lindsey

Horvath’s West LA field deputy, Zachary Gaidzik, also advocated for the Planning Commission to allow the Triathlon to be held as scheduled. Gaidzik stated, “Supervisor Horvath knows that Brennan Lindner has true dedication and is responsible with regards to organizing the Triathlon. She notes that you should not let bureaucracy impede the Triathlon bringing help to those who need it. Please support the Triathlon’s appeal.”

The commissioners debated at length concerning what to do, with Planning Commission Chair Skylar Peak and Commissioner Jeffrey Jennings voting to allow the triathlon to proceed and Vice Chair John Mazza and Kraig Hill voting to deny the triathlon’s TUP.

“We simply do not have the authority to ignore the due process notice requirement imposed by the Malibu Municipal Code that mandates that 32 days notice be given to residents within the 500 radius

Commissioner Mazza inquired whether the $976,947 raised to help CHLA conduct pediatric cancer research would still go to the hospital if the triathlon did not occur. Lindner responded that a decision concerning that issue had not been made as he and triathlon participants were hoping the commission would allow the event to proceed.

In the end, Peak and Jennings voted to allow the race to proceed, reading the relevant provisions of the Municipal Code as allowing latitude to the commission to do so. Commissioners Mazza and Hill voted to deny the triathlon’s request to proceed. The dissenters adopted a black letter of the law interpretation, and expressed regret that they did not have any power to waive the notice provision. Because those votes resulted in a 2-2 tie and Commissioner Smith was absent, the triathlon was denied its TUP.

As of this writing, Lindner and the team at the triathlon are exploring all options available to them.

Lindner noted that in addition to the almost $1 million that has been raised for pediatric cancer research for this triathlon, 3,700 participants had trained for months to participate and had made plans to come to Malibu from all over the world next week, and 600 volunteers were scheduled to help with the event.

“The Planning Commission’s decision is appealable to the City Council,” said Trevor Rusin, interim Malibu city attorney. “If an appeal is received, it will be processed expeditiously so it can be heard in advance of the proposed date for the event.”

Rusin confirmed that if an appeal is filed, the City Council will look at the issues surrounding the triathlon’s situation, applying a de novo standard of review, meaning that the council would conduct a fresh review of all the facts and regulations and is not obliged to give deference to the Planning Commission’s findings and ruling.

Late on Sept. 19, Lindner informed The Malibu Times that Super League Triathlon, presenter of the Triathlon, is filing an appeal.

Councilmember Paul Grisanti stated that it was his understanding that the agenda for the City Council’s Sept. 25 meeting will be amended so the council can consider that appeal. The Malibu Times will update readers regarding any new developments.

The Zuma Beach underpass at Zuma Creek has been closed since March due to the current piles of debris from the recent rains. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

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New art exhibit opens at Malibu City Gallery with a special guest visitor

he extraordinary artwork of Wes Van Dyke is on display now at Malibu City Gallery located at City Hall.

The exhibit, titled “Vistas,” depicts stunning nature scenes from Malibu and beyond. Familiar ocean and skyviews of Pt. Dume, El Matador, Zuma, and Leo Carrillo beaches are painted in an almost photo-realistic effect. The artist’s passion for the outdoors and strong connection to the ocean inspired this 30-piece collection of exquisite oil paintings.

The artist, Wes Van Dyke, knows those beaches well. He grew up in Agoura Hills, but said, “We consider Malibu home. We spent a lot of time at my grandpa’s or surfing.”

If his last name sounds familiar, it should: Wes is the grandson of the legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke and the son of actor Barry Van Dyke. After a short career in the family business as an actor, Wes’ artistic talent overrode any showbiz ambitions.

The stunning exhibit was recommended by Malibu Arts Commission Chair Fireball Tim Lawrence, who is also a painter.

“The amazing thing about Wes is his ability to create true color. You’ll look at his pieces as a whole and you’ll see a monochromaticness (sic) in the same way we do when we look at the earth,” Lawrence said. “A lot of artists, me included, we tend to exaggerate color to enhance

color, to create more vibration. The unique thing about Wes I enjoy is I look at his pieces as if I’m looking through a window at the actual place. And I love that about him. He trains himself to see things we

take for granted.”

Wes uses oils as his medium.

“I can manipulate the paint. It stays wet longer,” he said. “Acrylic dries so quickly. I do all the waters and the skies. You can

come back day after day and it’s still a little wet. You can move it around. To get the effects that I want it to oils are best.”

Dick Van Dyke made a special appearance at his grandson’s exhibit opening

Saturday and asked Wes with what medium he started. There was laughter when Wes answered, “crayons!”

The beloved comedic actor bought Wes

Tiny but mighty: 2023 Tiny Tot Olympic Games return to Malibu Bluffs Park

By SAMANTHA BRAVO Of The

The Malibu Community Services department hosted its Tiny Tot Olympic Games on Sunday, Sept. 17, at Malibu Bluffs Park. The event returned last year after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The event began just after 10 a.m., when 75 kids from ages 2-6 picked up a “Passport” at the Community Services booth to fill up with stickers after trying each activity on the field. When finished, the athletes returned their completed passports to the stage and received a ribbon.

The Tiny Tot Olympic Games offered children ages 2-6 the opportunity to meet instructors and students of various sports and practice the skills of each sport.

With 14 activities, such as basketball, soccer, home run derby, karate, and ribbon dancing, the event had something for everyone.

Instructors included Aspects Surf Academy; Champ Camp; Joey Escobar, owner and head instructor of Joey Escobar Karate; Tennis with John Rom; Malibu Aquatics Foundation; Gaylene’s Dance Studio; and more.

Dance instructor Gaylene Cascione has been teaching a variety of dance classes

with the Malibu Community Services Department and this was the first time she participated in the 2023 Tiny Tot Olympics Games in Malibu.

“We’re just kind of getting them excited about being a part of the program here at the Olympics,” Cascione said. “It’s been so much fun, it’s a beautiful morning, the kids are having fun and the parents are enjoying themselves.”

Cascione recently taught a cheer clinic at the Community Center and said it was a great turnout.

“They learned jumps, they learned a fight song and they learned about three to four different cheers,” she said. “It was leading up to our cheer dance, which will be here every Friday.”

Participants learned the fundamentals of cheerleading, including basic motions, jumps, and cheers, while focusing on building teamwork and boosting self-confidence. Through engaging activities and supportive guidance, the clinic offered a safe and encouraging environment for

Kids who attended the Tiny Tots Olympics on Sunday stand to receive their medals after participating in the the fun-filled games. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

Dick Van Dyke (center) is shown at the opening of his grandson Wes Van Dyke’s (left) “Vistas” exhibit at the Malibu City Gallery. At right is Dick’s son and Wes’ father, actor Barry Van Dyke.

Photo by Laura Johansen, Alaura Imagery & Design

Aggressively human

By Benjamin Marcus, Entertainment Editor

There I was, reading the Elon Musk biography at the newsstand when Steve Wright came into view, filling the sky with his formidable frame, high-beam smile, and Golden Retriever-like presence. Your book (available on Amazon) got some nice endorsements from Howie Long, Marcus Allen, Eric Dickerson, and Tony Dorsett.  Thanks, I was very lucky to play with some of the game’s best. They are all exceptional humans, on and off the field.

Check out the website to see what they had to say: wrightauthor.com.

You played plenty of sports. Did you consider playing pro anything other than football?

I never considered going pro in anything. Despite my passion and ability, not a single childhood, high school, or college coach ever suggested I had what it took to make it to the NFL. Yet that didn’t deter me one bit. I was playing with a pure heart, not an agenda. I loved sports, was a team guy to my core, and could turn on my competitive streak.

Tell me about the draft.

I wasn’t drafted. It’s a bit of a miracle that I made it. At the start of Cowboys camp, I was one of 120 top athletes attempting to secure five, possibly six, spots on the roster to scrounge like a beggar for momentary playing time. The odds were stacked against me since the Cowboys picked up a first- and third-round draft

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By Burt Ross, Contributed Column

pick to fill out their offensive line.  Given these high selections, an underweight, undrafted rookie out of Northern Iowa was an unlikely pick. But I clung to one sliver of hope: the Cowboys were known for finding players passed over.

Who did you want to play for?

I couldn’t have picked a better team to start with than the Cowboys. I got to play for Tom Landry, who was one of the most successful coaches of all time. The only negative was having him set the bar so high for every subsequent leader during my career. No one else came close.

Was it difficult to leave the Cowboys?

Yes and no. Everything worked out in my favor. Getting traded to the Colts early in my career earned me a spot on the starting line. And the Raiders were a dream spot to land. Los Angeles, really? I couldn’t wait to get to the beach.

What football achievement are you proudest of?

I am most proud of the lifelong relationships that formed with other players. We can go weeks, months, or even years without connecting and then pick up right where we left off. It’s a community like no other and I am forever grateful.

You blocked for Tony Dorsett’s famous 99.5-year touchdown return. You were RG #73?

You bet. Lucky for me, one of my last plays with the Cowboys was one for the books. (Read the long story via the link below. Great story!)

I remember exactly where I was on January 10, 1982, when Dwight Clark made “The Catch” against Dallas.

I remember that, too, from a sideline view. One minute we were going to the Super Bowl. And then we weren’t. (A great story! Long version via the link below.)

his first easel as a Christmas present in 1998.

“I still have that easel,” the artist said. “It’s the only easel I’ve ever had. There’s 25 years of paint on that thing. I’m still using it. It’s very special to me.

“[Dick has] always been encouraging and supportive along with my parents, my wife, and family. It’s really cool to have him come down to shows. He’s always come to shows especially here in Malibu and supported me. To me he’s grandpa. To see how much joy he brings to everybody is so cool. And he’s so energetic at 97. It’s incredible.”

The legendary entertainer wowed the opening day crowd with a few comments about his talented family.

“We’ve got a great artist, but no comedians,” the celebrated Van Dyke quipped.

At one point he had many of his family members on his television show “Diagnosis: Murder,” including his son Barry, who co-starred and sometimes Wes. Then Wes discovered his talent as a painter and his famous grandfather says he saw that talent at a young age. Dick and his wife Arlene display many of Wes’ paintings in their Malibu home and Dick said he intended to buy another piece at the opening.

The 38-year-old painter has been exhibited many times before at the Malibu Arts Festival beginning in 2008. His paintings sold so well at the old summer art show Wes became a featured artist.

Those of you who read my column regularly have probably figured out that I’m in awe of older people who function far better than I do. I know that is setting the bar quite low, but that’s the way it is.

A few years back, I wrote about a Malibuite named Ellie Somerfield. She is currently 93 and is a dear friend. I marvel when I am in her presence. Nothing keeps her down. Over the years, she has fallen and even had a stroke, but she doesn’t appear to be the worse for wear.

I recently called Ellie because I wanted to take her out to celebrate her 93rd birthday. It was not to be. Ellie was far too busy to squeeze me into her schedule. First, she was flying to Israel to visit her great-grandson. Upon her return, she flew to Northern California, where she stayed with a friend of hers whom she has known for 60 years. The two of them took a train and a ferry to reach San Francisco, where they walked through the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park.

She returned home to Malibu, where she hosted her family from Israel, and then she was off to New York City, where she saw nine plays in 11 days. Her favorite was “Some Like It Hot.” The photo of Ellie kicking up a storm was taken on her New York trip.

When I heard Ellie was back in town, I finally reached her on the phone. “My family gave me a beautiful pink cane. I used it once and put it in the closet,” she reported. “Can I take you out for a meal?” I asked. “Yes,” she responded, “when I return to Malibu.” “Where are you going this time?” I inquired.

“I will be visiting family in Berkeley,” she explained.

I hope Ellie settles down one of these days and I get a chance to see her before she turns 94 next May.

Any lingering physical effects from football?

I am definitely one of the lucky ones. A knee replacement is likely in the distant future, but it’s not slowing me down.

You innovated Cloudburst, used on all sorts of athletes at the 1996 Olympics. I watched some football games this year already and wondered what it’s like to play football in 100-degree weather, in full gear.

So much is not safe about football. Don’t get me started. When did you decide to write a book?

Lizzy, my dream partner, insisted that there was something to my handling of aggression and empathy that was worthy of sharing, as she saw both a rottweiler and golden retriever resting comfortably within. Her drive gave the work life and propelled it forward during the pandemic.

How long did it take you to write?

The eight months spent writing it was one of the best of my life.

I rose each morning thinking about different life experiences, often with a big smile, as the majority of my life has been a source of amusement and positivity. After typing up an event or two, I would connect with old teammates and surf the web to validate details before nightly meetings with Lizzy. Some nights, we would laugh, and others were red-pen bloodbaths, but all the massaging made the end product something I am proud of.  I even attended a book conference, where I wandered like a gorilla in a birdcage, but I pressed on like a navigator in a new land.

How long have you lived in Malibu?

I moved to Malibu in 2018 but took off for a year to travel the world in September 2018, missing the fire

and returning in 2019. Even after living in 13 different countries over that year, I can honestly say there is no place like Malibu. When we finally arrived back in the U.S., there was no question where we would land.

Still happy with this place, anything you would change?

I love the chill surf vibe of this community as well as living on Latigo Surf Point. If I could change anything, it would be improved safety measures on PCH.

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“As far back as I remember I was doodling in class and at restaurants,” he said.

In high school his paintings were recognized as exceptional, and as a teenager he saw his first sales. He’s mostly self-taught, although he did take some art classes in college.

Wes said he did draw inspiration from his grandfather.

“His support and love over the years has been great,” he said. “To see how much joy he brings to people is an inspiration.”

Dick replied, “We both know to do something that you love for a living is a blessing. We get to do what we love to do. We’d do it for nothing … well, don’t quote me on that,” Dick added for a laugh.

“Vistas” runs through Oct. 27. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or visit WesVanDykeArt.com

The Malibu Arts Commission hosted “Vistas” by Wes Van Dyke. Van Dyke’s passion for the outdoors and strong connection to the ocean inspired this 30-piece collection of oil paintings.

Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

Wes Van Dyke (left) and Dick Van Dyke answer questions from the attendees at Wes’s “Vista” exhibit.

Photo by Laura Johansen, Alaura Imagery & Design

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artist Wes Van Dyke’s “Vistas” exhibit. Photo by Samantha Bravo/TMT

MALIBU SEEN

Malibu resident Steve Wright discovers humanity in the NFL, word travels, and life

MHS graduate NINO performing at Greek Theatre

“I like to perform Jager’s songs,” he said. “They are so much fun to play. They have so much energy. I feel like people are going to be standing. It’s going to be an entertaining experience.”

The 30 minutes at the Greek NINO performs with Henry and his band won’t be the only time he plays his guitar with the singer, who is the grandson of iconic Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham. NINO will also perform with the group during the Golden State stretch of the Led Zeppelin Evening tour, which is put together by Henry’s father, English drummer Jason Bonham.

By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

When Cameron Nwede strolls onto the stage of the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday and prepares to glide his fingers between the strings of his guitar, it will be an emotional moment.

“It is going to be an incredibly moving experience for me,” he said. “I’m just so excited. Playing at the Greek is a bucket list-type of event.”

The feeling might be similar to what the 2022 Malibu High graduate felt before stepping on the basketball court and starring for the Sharks during his four years of high school.

“It’s the same excitement, the same thrill,” the 19-year-old said. “I have always been very driven and passionate. It’s about love.”

Nwede, who prefers to be called by his stage name NINO when talking music, will flex his guitar skills as a guest performer with rock ‘n’ roll singer Jager Henry and his band at the 5,000-seat Griffith Park-located amphitheater. NINO is stoked about the performance and expects attendees to have a similar feeling once the show begins.

NINO will perform with Henry on Sept. 24 at Vina Robles Amphitheatre in Paso Robles, on Sept. 26 at Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay in San Diego, on Sept. 28 at San Jose Civic Center, and Sept. 29 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio.

NINO’s mother Kimmarie Johnson said seeing her son perform at the Greek will be thrilling.

“I went to my first Los Angeles concert there,” said Johnson, who is originally from Pennsylvania. “It’s such an awesome venue, and I’m deeply pleased that he is doing what he enjoys.”

In preparation for Saturday’s concert, NINO and Henry have spent a lot of time rehearsing. They also rocked out on stage at The Bourbon Room in Hollywood last month to smooth out their collaboration.

“It was great,” NINO said. “Jager is a great performer. There was a mosh pit. There was so much energy.”

NINO, a musician since he was a child, has been interning and working in the music industry since he graduated from high school. He currently works as an assistant composer at Bleeding Fingers Music in Santa Monica. He met Henry last year.

When the guitarist who normally plays

with Henry was booked to go on another tour scheduled the same time as the Led Zeppelin Evening tour’s California dates, they asked NINO if he could step on stage in the guitarist’s place. The young musician jumped at the opportunity.

Johnson played a variety of classical and R&B music for NINO when he was a tyke. When was 7 years old, she bought him his first guitar. That started a musical journey for NINO that has included him singing, rapping, and composing his own music. He was bestowed the name NINO by an uncle, who has since passed away. The artist released his EP “Out” a few years ago. NINO has picked up a habit of naming his guitars, which include “Snow White” and “Wolf.”

NINO had his instrument called “Blue Steel” with him when he and his classmate Aiden Burke performed an orchestra version of a song from “Out,” “In My Bag,” at Malibu High’s graduation ceremony in 2022.

Johnson said her son was adept at playing guitar years before he graduated high school though.

“He was so open in his first guitar session,” she recalled. “The instructor was shocked on how well he picked up the lesson and understood. For such a young boy, he had strong hands. NINO has always had determination, dedication, and a burning desire to do the amazing.”

NINO’s musical skills have improved since graduating from high school.

“I’ve seen so much more musically wise,” he said. “Musically, I’m a totally different person. It has been constant improvement.”

The teenager aims to put on a good show at the Greek.

“It’s nice to be one with the crowd,” NINO said of the performance. “I’ll be aware of the environment. I love the energy. It’s going to be exciting.”

Sharks boys water polo attends Waves men’s water polo contest

Seeing the game between Pepperdine and national champ California was an ‘eye-opener,’ Sharks coach says

By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

The Malibu High Sharks boys water polo team hopped out of the pool at Malibu High and became spectators earlier this month.

After the squad concluded its participation in the three-day Malibu Tournament on Sept. 10, the Sharks traveled a few miles down Pacific Coast Highway to watch a water polo match between the Pepperdine Waves and California Golden Bears, the defending NCAA national champions, at Pepperdine’s Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool.

Malibu head coach Hayden Goldberg said attending the match was a good

team-bonding experience.

“I told everybody about the match and they all wanted to go,” he said.

The Sharks watched a thriller in the water. California, ranked tops in the college water polo polls, beat eighth-ranked

Pepperdine 10-9 in double overtime. From the moment the Waves and Bears jumped in the water to warm-up and until the final buzzer, Goldberg noted, the Sharks were awed by the men’s water polo squads.

“Every kids’ eyes were huge,” the coach recalled. “They were talking about the size of the guys — the height, the weight. They were checking out the rosters to see where all the different players came from. They were talking about the crisp passing the guys were doing, the shots they were taking, and the movement in the water. It was kind of neat.”

The Sharks also got a chance to see sophomore Waves utility player Milo Joseph, a Malibuite, who played water polo in high school at Crespi Carmelite in Encino. He had one exclusion in the match. Goldberg, also a club water polo coach, coached Joseph when he was younger, along with other Malibu High players.

“I coached him from 11 to 14 years old,” Goldberg recalled. “He is a Malibu kid, so we wanted to go see him in our backyard.”

The coach wanted his players to notice the similarities and the differences between high school water polo and the collegiate version of the sport.

“It may be a little bit faster, but they

still do the same things you guys do in regard to looking across the pool to pass the ball or looking to the main setter to pass the ball,” Goldberg told the Sharks. The coach said later “It was a really good eye-opener.”

Malibu plays at Foothill Tech on Thursday and hosts Bishop Diego on Sept. 26. They will play at Villanova on Oct. 3.

Pepperdine plays in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Invite at USC from Friday to Sunday. They then play at UCLA on Sept. 29 and in the Gary Troyer Tournament at Claremont McKenna College on Sept. 30.

The Sharks do have team dinners, and during preseason training there was a day the team went to the beach together. This was the first time a Malibu group had attended a Waves competition, though.

“I’m just trying to get these guys comfortable with each other,” Goldberg said. “We want to create more chemistry. Doing things outside the pool like this to be a family for the three months we are together.”

kids to explore their passion for cheerleading.

Cascione had volunteers from Pepperdine Athletics, Lexi Martin and Alexandra Brown, helping with instructing the athletes at the Olympics games.

“We are helping the kids have a fun time enjoying the Malibu weather and ribbon dancing,” Martin said. “Every kid likes to do their own things, so it’s fun getting to see the way that they like to use the ribbon themselves.”

Although the event focused on sports, children also enjoyed arts and crafts, a bounce house, and face painting by artist Dee Lynn.

The Tiny Tot Olympic Games are opportunities for the community and families to bond together and find a new favorite activity.

Registration for the fall recreation programs is also open. Programs will take place from September through November, including Parent and Me Music Together, Parent and Me Ballet, Youth Ballet, Youth Cheerleading and Dance, Youth Flag Football, Youth Soccer, Adult Barre Fitness, Adult Tai Chi, and more. Specialty one-day creative workshops will also be offered, including fairy gardening, ice dyeing, and spooky stamps. For more information, visit the Community Programs webpage at malibucity.org/communityprograms.

Musician NINO, also known as Malibu High graduate Cameron Nwede, plays his guitar at a recent show. He will be playing with singer Jager Henry at the Greek Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 23.

Photo by Lionel Barrymore

Members of the Malibu High boys water polo team pose for a photo at Pepperdine University, where they saw the Waves’ take on defending national champion California. Photo by Hayden Goldberg

The 2022 Malibu High graduate, aka Cameron Nwede, to play with singer Jager Henry in ‘bucket list-type of event’

The Tiny Tot Olympic Games at Malibu Bluffs Park featured fun, supportive sports stations, bounce houses, face painting and an art activity with Create Studio. Photos by Samantha Bravo/TMT.

TINY TOT OLYMPICS

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23TRCP00308

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

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

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

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

Present Name: KAGE KANAINA IKAIKA KOA KELL

Proposed Name: KAGE KANAINA HYATT KELL

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

Notice of Hearing:

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

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

825 MAPLE AVE, TORRANCE, CA 90503

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

Date: 08/21/2023

DEIRDRE HILL, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 08/31, 09/7, 09/14, 09/21/2023 The Malibu Times

MALIBU 201

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CABBC-23019613 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/17/2023. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE SECTIONS STATED ABOVE, THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT IS MAILED TO ALL REQUIRED RECIPIENTS] NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CA-BBC-23019613. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. On September 27, 2023, at 11:00:00 AM, BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by TAO GUAN, as Trustors, recorded on 4/3/2023, as Instrument No. 20230210495, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Property is being sold “as is - where is”. TAX PARCEL NO. 4473-005-017 Parcel

1: That portion of the Rancho Topanga Malibu Sequit, in the City of Malibu, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 1 Page 407 et seq., of Patents, in the Office of the County recorder of said County, described as follows: Beginning at the northwest corner of Parcel 30, as shown on a record of survey Map filed in Book 76 Pages 57 to 59 inclusive of record of surveys, in the office of the County Recorder of said county; thence along the westerly prolongation of the northerly of said Parcel 30, North 89° 34’ 02” west 606.80 feet for the purposes of this description said certain course shall have a bearing of

north 89° 34’ 02” west; thence north 00° 24’ 54” east 2364.00 feet to a point that bears south 00° 24’ 54” west 1377.72 feet from the northeast corner of the land described in Book D1554, Page 379, official records in said recorder’s office, thence north 00° 24’ 24” east 322.57 feet to the true point of beginning; thence south 81 ° 49’ 23” west 2020.95 feet to a point on the easterly line of Parcel 1 of Decker Road, as shown on County Surveyor’s Map No. 8113 on file in the office of the county engineer of said County, said county being south 10° 16’ 14” east 50.00 feet measured along the radial line from station 73+28.00 of the located centerline; thence westerly and southerly along said easterly line of Parcel 1 to a point on the prolongation 70.00 feet Southeasterly of the radial line passing through station, E.C. 69+26.56 of said centerline (bearing distances and curve data for Decker Road and Parcel No. 1 as shown on said County Surveyor’s Map No. 8113 are to be adjusted so as to agree with their respective values as determined by an adjusted survey of the centerline of Decker Road by the Los Angeles County engineer and filed in F.B. 3154 Pages 5 to 34 inclusive, in the office of the county engineer of said county; thence northwesterly along said radial line 10.00 feet; thence southerly parallel to said centerline to a point of intersection with a radial line of passing through Station 68+09.29; thence leaving said easterly line, north 82° 30’ 00” east 2341.13 feet, more or less, to a point on the east line of land described in Book D5247 Page 714, official records in said recorder’s office; thence north 00° 24’ 54” east 240.78 feet to the true point of beginning. Except therefrom all water contained in, on, within and under said land and ever part thereof, and all riparian rights and rights to water in and to streams or creeks, if any, or any waters of said land, provided, however, that the foregoing exception shall not be construed as prohibiting owner from construction or maintaining checks dams, ponds, or other places for storage of water on said lands, provided said storage structures do not materially diminish the annual flow of waters down Lechuza canyon and provided further, that the right of Marblehead Company, or its successors in interest to take water from aforesaid lands shall be confined to the location particularly in said deed described with reference to the easement for water development purposes or right to maintain water wells, as reserved in deed recorded February 27, 1941 in Book 18061 Page 313, official records. Except therefrom all oil, gas, minerals and other hydrocarbon substances lying below the surface of said land; but with no right of surface entry thereto, as provided in the Deed recorded February 27, 1942 in Book 18061 Page 313, official records. Parcel 2: An Easement for ingress, egress and utility on and over that portion of Rancho Topanga Malibu Sequit, as per Patent recorded in Book 1 Pages 407 et seq. of Patents, in the office of the County Recorder of said County, being a strip of land 60 feet wide, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described centerline: Beginning at the northeasterly corner of the parcel of land described in Deed from Marblehead Land Company to Oscar Anderson, recorded February 27, 1941, in Book 18061 Page 313, official records of said county, said northeasterly corner being the northwesterly corner of the parcel described in Deed recorded in Book D1554 Page 379 of said official records, the common lines between above mentioned parcels having a bearing of south 0° 21’ 41” west; thence south 62° 26’ 47” west 828.12 feet; thence south 83° 22’ 30” west 232.12 feet to the true point of beginning; thence south 83° 22’ 30” west 60‘00 feet; thence south 83° 22’ 30” west 60.00 feet; thence south 17° 46’ 08” west 432.79 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 26° 53’ 11” a distance of 140.78 feet; thence tangent south 9° 07’ 03” east 274.48 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 23° 09’ 37” a distance of 121.27 feet; thence tangent south 32° 16’ 40” east 142.80 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the west having a radius of 150 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 57° 40’ 00” a distance of 15.97 feet; thence tangent south 25° 23’ 20” west 80.79 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said through a central angle of 19° 31 30” a distance of 102.23 feet; thence tangent south 44° 54’ 50” west 149.21 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 3° 26’ 54” a distance of 18.06 feet; thence tangent south 48° 21’ 44” west 68.08 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 14° 45’ 49” a distance of 77.30 feet; thence tangent south 33° 35’ 55” west 73.43 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the northwest having a radius of 300 feet; thence southerly along the arc of said curve through angle of 22° 00’ 36” a distance of 115.24 feet; thence south 55° 36’ 31” west 183.96 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 300 feet; thence southwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 23° 51’ 05” a distance of 124.89 feet; thence tangent south 310 45’ 26” west 230.26 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the north having a radius of 100 feet; thence southwesterly, westerly and northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 141° 58’ 24” a distance of 247.79 feet; thence tangent north 6° 16’ 10” west 73.44 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the east having a radius of 150 feet; thence northerly along the arc of said curve through a

central angle of 26° 37’ 19” a distance of 69.70 feet; thence tangent north 20° 20’ 09” east 283.02 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southwest having a radius of 100 feet; Thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 75° 52’ 39” a distance of 132.43 feet; thence tangent north 55° 31 ‘ 30” west 124.27 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave of the northeast having a radius of 150 feet; thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 40° 27’ 28” a distance of 105.92 feet, thence tangent north 15° 04’ 02” west 60.78 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the southwest having a radius of 100 feet; thence northwesterly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 38° 11’ 36” a distance of 66.66 feet; thence tangent north 53° 15’ 38” west 31.68 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve concave to the south having a radius of 60 feet; thence westerly along the arc of said curve through a central angle of 85° 38’ 19” a distance of 89.68 feet; thence tangent south 41° 06’ 03” west to the easterly line of Decker Road as shown on Los Angeles County Surveyors Map No. 8113. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 3960 DECKER EDISON RD, MALIBU, CA 90265. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $171,595.64.NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 877-237-7878, or visit www.peakforeclosure.com using file number assigned to this case: CA-BBC-23019613 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PERSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any perspective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. by 5:00 PM on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com Dated: 8/29/2023 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE By Lilian

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): Registered Owner(s):

1. DOC HALLIGAN, INC

12721 CULVER BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90066

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

This business is conducted by A CORPORATION

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

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

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

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

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

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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S) TO BE ABANDONED: CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB, 44469 ADMIRALTY WAY, MARINA DEL REY, CA 90292, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

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

THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) HAVE ABANDONED

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

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

CA

THIS BUSINESS WAS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed, CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB INC, CHRISTOPHER PLANO, VICE PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 08/22/2023.

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

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-23-958419SH Order No.: 2303025CAD YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

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

LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s):

LIBBY TAMI POUR, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded:

2/28/2006 as Instrument No. 06-0433484 of Official

Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 10/5/2023 at 10:00

AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $328,188.42 The purported property address is: 28947 THOUSAND OAKS BLVD #201, AGOURA HILLS, CA 91301 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 2048-013-114 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You

should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-958419-SH. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-23-958419-SH to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT:

Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only.

Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-23-958419-SH IDSPub #0188032 9/14/2023 9/21/2023 9/28/2023

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The bid shall be submitted and the work shall be performed by a Class A” or “B” State of California licensed contractor in strict conformance with the project specifications for Legacy Park Benches and Arbors Renovations Project, Specification No. 2105 now on file in the City’s Public Works Department.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

opment standards, including a proposed floor area ratios of 0.52. Pursuant to Public Resource Code Section 21080.9, activities and approvals by the City necessary for preparation and adoption of a Local Coastal Program amendment are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act. Further an initial study and mitigated negative declaration were prepared for the Sea View Hotel and adopted by the City Council on September 13, 2021 and Ordinance No. 509 is not a separate project under CEQA; rather a subsequent discretionary action related to a previously approved

project pursuant to CEQA Guideline 15378(c).

A full copy of the Ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s office.

I CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE NO. 509 was passed and adopted at the Regular City Council meeting of September 11, 2023.

Councilmembers:

AYES: 5 Grisanti, Riggins, Stewart, Uhring, Sil-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION

The Malibu Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, October 16, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the project identified below in Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, and via teleconference.

How to View and Participate in the Meeting: Members of the public are encouraged to submit email correspondence to planningcommission@ malibucity.org at least three days prior to the meeting to provide adequate time for Commissioner consideration. Correspondence will continue to be processed until thirty minutes prior to the start of the meeting or as practical.

To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation. Only those members of the public who are present in person at Malibu City Hall will have the opportunity to donate time to another in-person speaker.

Woolsey Fire Non-Conforming Structures Deadlines

Zoning Text Amendment No. 23-003 – Consider an amendment to extend the deadlines contained in Malibu Municipal Code (MMC) Section 17.60.020(C) to rebuild non-conforming structures destroyed or damaged in the Woolsey Fire, without having to bring the structure into compliance or seek variances.

The November 8, 2023 deadline to obtain building permits for a previously approved Planning Verification (PV) application, to rebuild non-conforming structures damaged or destroyed in the Woolsey Fire without having to bring the structure into compliance or seek variances, is fast approaching. Currently, these types of PV applications must be submitted to the Building Safety Division prior to November 8, 2023. On September 11, 2023, the City Council initiated an amendment to extend the deadlines contained in MMC Section 17.60.020(C), to initiate the application process and to obtain building permits, by three years. Pursuant to the Council, the purpose of the 3-year extension of the deadlines is to coincide with Assembly Bill 1500, which amends the Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) section 70.5 to allow property owners an additional three years to reconstruct improvements on a property substantially damaged or destroyed by the 2018 Woolsey Fire.

On October 16, 2023, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on this matter and make a recommendation to the City Council. Once the Planning Commission makes its recommendation on the amendment, the amendment will be scheduled for a City Council public hearing for its consideration.

NOTE: Staff encourages homeowners to submit time extension PV applications prior to the deadline to obtain a building permit as the adoption of an ordinance to change the deadline will occur after November 8, 2023. Homeowners experiencing unusual circumstances such that meeting the five-year time limit creates an undue hardship may request an extension. Extensions should be submitted before November 8, 2023. These extension requests will be placed on hold until the outcome of the City Council’s action is known. If a code amendment is adopted, these extensions will be considered moot. Forms are available at malibucity.org/planningforms under the Application tab (see Time ExtensionPlanning Verification Building Permit Submittal).

Applicant: City of Malibu

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

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids for the City of Malibu, LEGACY PARK BENCHES AND ARBORS RENOVATIONS PROJECT, SPECIFICATION NO. 2105, will be received by the City Clerk, at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, California, 90265 at or before 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read by the City Clerk (or designated representative).

SCOPE OF WORK

In general, the proposed improvements consist of refurbishing the benches and repainting the arbors in Legacy Park. The improvements include refurbishment of wood components for 34 benches including disassembly, sanding, refinishing, application of two coats of exterior polyurethane, reassembly of benches to exact same specifications prior to work, project site protection and control, and cleaning, blast cleaning, and repainting the existing large and small arbors in Legacy Park and all other appurtenant work included and shown in the Contract Documents and Specifications.

Date this 12th day of September 2023

CITY OF MALIBU, CALIFORNIA

Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director/City Engineer

Published: Malibu Times on September 21, 2023 and September 28, 2023

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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE OF 509

Ordinance No. 509 (the “Ordinance”) proposes amendments to the City’s Zoning Map and Zoning Code to make the City’s Municipal Code consistent with the recently adopted amendments to the Local Coastal Program for the Sea View Hotel Project.. Ordinance No. 509 changes the land use designation of the properties located at 22741 and 22729 Pacific Coast Highway from Community Commercial to Commercial Visitor Serving and establishes a new Seaview hotel Overlay District with specific devel-

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

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

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

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

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: September 21, 2023

ABSENT: 0

Kelsey Pettijohn

City Clerk

Publish: The Malibu Times, September 21, 2023

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is given that proposals for the contract for On-Call Skilled Accounting Services (BRC0000438) will be received per the instructions listed on the RFP until 5:30pm, October 3, 2023. There are no proposers conference or walk-through requirements for this solicitation. The estimated annual contract amount is $910,000. Instructions for accessing the RFP document are available at the following link: http://pw.lacounty.gov/brcd/servicecontracts or will be e-mailed upon request by calling (626) 300-2652 or TDD at (626)282-7829.

9/21/23

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 23AHCP00390

Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles

Petition of: HERMELINDA GUTIERREZ

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner HERMELINDA GUTIERREZ a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name: HERMELINDA GUTIERREZ Proposed

Name: LINDA GUTIERREZ

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: NOVEMBER 14, 2023 Time: 8:30AM, Dept.: P

The address of the court is:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

150 WEST COMMONWEALTH, ALHAMBRA, CA

91801

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: 09/12/2023

ROBIN MILLER SLOAN, Judge of the Superior Court

DAVID W. SLAYTON Executive Officer/Clerk of Court

PUB: 09/21, 09/28, 10/05, 10/12/2023 The Malibu Times MALIBU 215

2023194774

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

THE FOLLOWING PERSON IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS

AS:

1. THE BYRD SISTERS FILMS 500 W BROADWAY APT 413, LONG BEACH, CA 90802, LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable):

Registered Owner(s):

1. LATRICE BYRD 500 W BROADWAY APT 413, LONG BEACH, CA 90802

2.TANYA BYRD 500 W BROADWAY APT 413, LONG BEACH, CA 90802

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization

This business is conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP

The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/2018.

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

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on 9/5/2023.

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

Publish in The Malibu Times: 09/21, 09/28, 10/05, 10/12/2023

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF MALIBU PLANNING COMMISSION

The Malibu Planning Commission will hold public hearings on MONDAY, October 16, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. on the projects identified below in Council Chambers at Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, and via teleconference.

How to View and Participate in the Meeting: Members of the public are encouraged to submit email correspondence to planningcommission@malibucity. org at least three days prior to the meeting to provide adequate time for Commissioner consideration. Correspondence will continue to be processed until thirty minutes prior to the start of the meeting or as practical.

To view and participate during the public hearing, please review the meeting agenda posted at MalibuCity.

org/AgendaCenter and follow the directions for public participation. Only those members of the public who are present in person at Malibu City Hall will have the opportunity to donate time to another in-person speaker.

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AMENDMENT

NO. 20-017 - An application to amend Coastal Development Permit No. 13-040 to allow the installation of landscaping in the City’s public rightof-way to visually screen a recently approved water tank

Location: 5723 Busch Drive

APN: 4469-028-006

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

Applicant: Los Angeles County Waterworks

District No. 29

Owner: Serra Canyon Company, LTD

Appealable to: City Council and California Coastal

Commission

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption

CEQA Guidelines Section 15304(b)

Application Filed: August 25, 2020

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

COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT-WOOLSEY FIRE

NO. 21-006, LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-002, VARIANCE NO. 23-026, AND SITE PLAN REVIEW

NO. 23-028 - An application for the construction of a new, two-story, single-family residence with an attached garage, grading, landscape, hardscape and other associated development, and installation of a new onsite wastewater treatment system;including an after-the-fact lot line adjustment for a historical land transfer between APNs 4468-004-033 and 4468-005-028, a variance for a non-conforming lot size and a site plan review for building height in excess of 18 feet (maximum 28 feet) for a pitched roof for replacement of a residence destroyed in the Woolsey Fire

Location: 29280 Greenwater Road

APN: 4468-004-033

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

Applicant: Santos Planning, Inc.

Owner: Kummer Family Trust

Appealable to: City Council

Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(a), 15303(e), and 15304(b)

Application Filed: July 22, 2021

Case Planner: Aakash Shah, Contract Planner (310)456-2489, extension 385 ashah@malibucity.org

For the project identified above with a categorical exemption for environmental review, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Director has analyzed this proposed project and found that it is listed among the classes of projects that have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Therefore, the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of

CEQA. The Planning Director has further determined that none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to these projects (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).

For the project listed at 5723 Busch Drive, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15082 and 15096, the Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 29 (WD29), acting as lead agency for the proposed project, consulted with responsible agencies throughout the preparation of the initial study and negative declaration, including the City. In 2020, a Notice of Determination was filed by the District with the State Clearinghouse (SCH No. 2003081124). As the decision-making body, the Planning Commission reviewed the initial study/negative declaration and determined that it adequately satisfied all the requirements of CEQA prior to approving Coastal Development Permit No. 13-040.

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

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

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

COASTAL COMMISSION APPEAL – For projects appealable to the Coastal Commission, an aggrieved person may appeal the Planning Commission’s approval to the Coastal Commission within 10 working days of the issuance of the City’s Notice of Final Action. Appeal forms may be found online at www.coastal.ca.gov or in person at the Coastal Commission South Central Coast District office located at 89 South California Street in Ventura, or by calling 805-585-1800. Such an appeal must be filed with the Coastal Commission, not the City.

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

Richard Mollica, Planning Director

Publish Date: September 21, 2023

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WCC Player of the Week Antonio Knez helps Waves water polo squad secure wins

The Pepperdine Waves men’s water polo team had a 9-3 advantage over the visiting Cal State Fullerton Titans at Pepperdine’s Raleigh Runnels Memorial Pool on Sept. 17. However in a short span just before halftime, the Titans scored three consecutive goals to trim the Waves’ lead to three points.

Pepperdine goalie Antonio Knez, a graduate student transfer from Princeton, didn’t hang his cap-adorned head though.

“We are a very, very talented team,” he said. “There wasn’t a single moment in the game where we were worried we were going to lose.”

Waves head coach Terry Schroeder told the team at halftime to not let Cal State Fullerton take control of the contest.

“We can’t have those type of runs,” he said. “Don’t let a team grab momentum.”

Pepperdine, the fourth-ranked squad in the nation, did so after the break.

Freshman center Chase Wilson scored Pepperdine’s 10th goal on the Waves’ second possession of the third quarter. The Waves then tossed in four straight scores to grab a 14-6 lead, and the squad’s defense, anchored by Knez in front of the net, stymied a majority of the Titans’ scoring attempts. Knez finished the match with 7 saves, while Pepperdine secured a 17-10 victory.

Knez’s performance in the net ended a five-day period that began with him being named the West Coast Conference Player of Week on Sept. 12. He garnered the recognition after having a total of 35 saves in 70

minutes of play with a .686 save percentage in the Waves’ matches against Loyola Marymount University and top-ranked California the week before.

Knez said receiving the WCC weekly honor was good recognition of Pepperdine’s team defense.

“It’s the result of everyone playing good defense and having the shooters shoot exactly where we want them, and then me just doing my part,” he said.

Knez had 18 saves in Pepperdine’s 16-7 win over LMU on Sept. 9. He tallied 17 saves in his team’s 10-9 loss to Cal the next day. Knez had two saves in the Waves’ 27-10 victory over Westcliff two days after winning Player of the Week. He recorded eight saves in the Waves’ 13-8 victory over UC Santa Barbara later that day. Knez had five saves in Pepperdine’s 30-3 triumph over Cal State Maritime Academy hours before they downed Cal State Fullerton.

Knez aims to start matches with a few good saves.

“Ideally, I’m happy with holding teams to less than six goals,” he said. “That is where I say, ‘OK, this was a good game.’”

Schroeder said in the past few seasons Pepperdine has been a squad fueled by offense. This year’s version of the bunch has deadeye scorers, but the Waves are also raising and waving their hands above the water to deter opposing scorers also. Knez, who tallied 587 career saves as the Princeton Tigers goalie before graduating earlier this year, is key to Pepperdine’s defensive effort, Schroeder noted.

“All the guys see we have a good goalie,” the coach said. “When the goalie is playing well and making good saves, the players on the perimeter get excited and play good defense too.”

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Knez was an All-American honorable mention one season for Princeton. He also tallied several Northeast Water Polo Conference honors.

Knez, a Dubrovnik, Croatia, native, began playing club water polo at age 11. The 6-foot-4 athlete placed at goalie because he was “tall and skinny,” he said.

Knez believes he would have been an effective field player in the water also.

“I’m a lefty and a decent swimmer now,” he said. “I like to think that I would have a good shot if I was a player.”

Knez shouted defensive directions to his teammates and deterred scoring strikes with his arms and body during the match against Cal State Fullerton. The goalie even practiced defensive maneuvers during a stoppage in play.

Knez said the Waves have gradually improved their team defense since the preseason and are now coordinated.

“There is stuff we can improve on, but we have become more disciplined on defense,” said Knez, noting the Waves play a high-press defense. “It’s a specific type of defense. As a goalie, I really like it because there is a lot of responsibility on me. So far, it has been working really well.”

Senior attacker Christian Hosea scored two of his four goals in the first minute and a half of the contest against the Titans. Center defender Nico Tierney had three goals and graduate student driver Ryan Brosnan,junior center Matty Walsh, and Wilson each had two goals. Sophomore utility Milo Joseph, graduate student utility Kaden Kaneko, and senior attacker Andrew Outcalt also scored a goal apiece.

Schroeder said the Waves were knocked off their

game a bit due to the Titans’ physical play in the pool and how the referees officiated the matchup. However, it is a game Pepperdine can learn from, the coach noted.

“It’s part of the stepping stones that are along the way to getting better,” Schroeder said. “We have done a good job of building team culture and trusting each other and growing together.”

Sophomore attacker Conor Brough had seven goals in the victory over Cal Maritime. Joseph had four goals. Outcalt and junior attacker Dane Howell each had three goals. Wilson, sophomore attacker Adam Csapo, graduate student attacker Curtis Jarvis, and Clay Kaneko, Kaden’s brother and a junior attacker, each had two scores. Kaden, Walsh, sophomore center defender Tanner Turrall, and redshirt sophomore center Ryan Reagan tossed a goal each.

Pepperdine, Knez noted, has a group of talented scorers.

“When we are working together and making the extra pass and beating the defense together that is when we can say we had a good game,” he said.

The Waves have a 9-1 record. They began the season with wins over Fordham, Brown, Harvard, and Wagner College before beating LMU. The squad hits the pool in the three-day MPSF Invite in Los Angeles beginning on Friday with a matchup against UC San Diego. Schroeder said Pepperdine expects to play well in the invite and throughout the rest of season. The team aims to qualify for the NCAA Tournament in December.

“This is a special group that has the potential to make it to the tournament,” he said. “We are excited to see where this team can go. If we are in the tournament, we have the potential to beat anyone.”

By McKENZIE JACKSON Special to The Malibu Times

(Left) Pepperdine water polo goalie Antonio Knez, who was named West Coast Conference Player of the Week on Sept. 12, is shown in action for the Waves. (Center and right) junior attacker Clay Kaneko looks to pass to a teammate Sept. 12 during the Waves’ win over Cal State Fullerton.

Photo Courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics