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From the City of Malibu:

February 7, 2020

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february 7, 2020

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GIVE INPUT ON TEMPORARY SKATE PARK CONCEPTUAL DESIGN

Community members are encouraged to provide feedback on the temporary skate park design at the Harry Barovsky Memorial Youth Commission meeting on Monday, February 10 at 6:30 PM, and the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 18 at 5:30 PM. The design will be presented to the City Council for final approval on Monday, February 24 at 6:30 PM. All of the meetings will take place at City Hall. The updated conceptual design for the temporary skate park is available on our website. The City’s design consultant completed the conceptual design based on feedback received during the Public Design Meeting on January 22, and a community survey in October 2019.

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Community Wildfire Plan workshops

The City is in the process of developing a citywide Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), which is a community-based plan focused on identifying and addressing local hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities from wildfire. It provides a road map of action items to help the community prevent, mitigate, respond, and recover from the potential wildfire threat. It may also assist the City and its partners in qualifying for State and federal funding opportunities to implement the plan. The City will host two CWPP workshops at Malibu City Hall to provide an opportunity for residents and other stakeholders to not only better understand the process for developing the CWPP, but also participate and be involved in the process:

  • Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 6:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 22, 2020, 10:00 AM

Both workshops are free and open to the public. No registration is required.

APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020/2021 GENERAL FUND GRANTS

Non-profit organizations that benefit the Malibu community are invited to apply for the City’s General Fund Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Applications are accepted now through Tuesday, March 31, 2020 by 5:00 PM. The application form, application instructions and information about the program are available on the Grant page.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND E-WASTE COLLECTION

New Temporary Location! The City’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and E-Waste Collection on February 15, 2020, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM will take place at a new location at 23575 Civic Center Way (aka the Chili Cook-Off lot). Please note this location change is for February only. The HHW/E-waste event will return to its regular location at City Hall in April.

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR SPRING BREAK CAMPS & NATURE CAMPS

Registration for the City’s Spring Break Sports Camp and Spring Break Nature Camp is open from February 1 through April 9. To register online, visit the registration webpage. Register in person at the Michael Landon Center at Malibu Bluffs Park or at Malibu City Hall. For more information visit the camps webpage.

Coronavirus

The City’s Public Safety Staff is monitoring the Coronavirus situation and has participated in several conference calls with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. According to Public Health officials, the Coronavirus is not currently spreading in the US or Los Angeles County, and the current risk is low. LA County is currently in peak flu season, and the most effective prevention is to wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds often and practice good hygiene. Learn more at the County Department of Public Health website.

free disaster preparedness classes for seniors & people with disabilities

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance community-wide disaster preparedness, the City offers two free courses on disaster preparedness for seniors and people with disabilities or mobility issues on Tuesday, February 18, 8:30 AM and Tuesday, March 3, 8:30 AM at City Hall. Participants aged 55 or older who complete the class will receive a free emergency preparedness kit (photo ID required). To register or for more information, visit the Eventbrite page or call 310-456-2489 ext. 368 or email skaplan@malibucity.org.

MEASURES TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS

The City Council approved starting work on several measures to address homelessness in Malibu during a special meeting on January 29, pursuing Safe Parking locations where people can sleep safely overnight in vehicles and have access to on-site social services, with security and sanitation services, as well as a future homeless shelter. For more information, see the press release.

Call for Artists: The Birds and the Bees, A Celebration of Spring in Malibu

The City of Malibu Cultural Arts Commission presents a community art exhibition, "The Birds and the Bees, A Celebration of Spring in Malibu." Local artists are encouraged to submit paintings, photography, sculptures, short films, written work, poetry, and other art inspired by Malibu’s natural beauty, including flora, fauna, and native habitats through February 20. For application instructions and other information, visit the webpage.

Malibu Library Speaker Series

The Library Speaker Series presents author Mohammed AL Samawi on Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 PM at the Malibu Library. Free with RSVP.

WATER BOTTLE FILLING STATIONS PROJECT

This City project consists of removing the existing drinking fountains and replacing them with new fountains at Legacy Park, Bluffs Park including the Michael Landon Center, Trancas Park and Las Flores Creek Park. The new water bottle filling stations will also have a pet friendly drinking bowl. The project duration is January 2020 to March 2020.

LEGACY PARK BENCH REFURBISHMENT PROJECT

This project consists of refurbishing the 34 wooden benches in Legacy Park and on Civic Center Way. This project is expected to start within the next few weeks and will take two months to complete.

POINT DUME HEADLANDS PROJECT

Trail rehabilitation at Point Dume State Beach (29300 Cliffside Drive) started on January 15, 2020 and is estimated to be completed by April 27, 2020. As the work will primarily be completed with hand tools, the City Manager has authorized extended work hours. For more information, please contact the case planner, Richard Mollica, Assistant Planning Director, at rmollica@malibucity.org or 310-456-2489, ext. 346.

CHUMASH DAY VENDOR - APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED

The application process is now open for arts and crafts and non-profit vendors who are interested in participating in the City’s 2020 Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering. Applications are due by March 4. Vendors may apply online.

CITY MANAGER’S ROUND TABLE - MARCH 12

All community members are invited to meet Malibu City leaders at the next City Manager’s Round Table on Thursday, March 12, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at City Hall. Join City Manager Reva Feldman and Mayor Pro Tem Mikke Pierson for an informal round table discussion about priority issues affecting Malibu. Anyone is welcome to attend, ask questions, voice concerns, share ideas and get to know your city leaders personally over coffee and pastries. No RSVPs are necessary.

MALIBU REBUILDS - DEADLINES

The City Council approved several measures to assist fire victims with rebuilding. There are important timelines to pay attention to. Please contact the Fire Rebuild Team at acruz@malibucity.org or call 310-456-2489 to discuss any questions or concerns you may have. Like-for-like and like-for-like +10% fee waivers – City Council approved refunds and fee waivers through June 30, 2020. See FAQs.

Rebuilding non-conforming structures – To rebuild non-conforming homes and structures without having to bring the structure into compliance or seek variances, property owners must apply with the Planning Department by November 8, 2020. Extensions may be requested. Contact the Fire Rebuild team for details.

MALIBU REBUILDS – REBUILD CONSULTATIONS

The Fire Rebuild team is available for complimentary one-on-one consultations about any fire rebuild project. Contact Aundrea Cruz at acruz@malibucity.org to set an appointment or drop by City Hall and a team member will meet with you as soon as possible. For ideas about how to get started with your project, visit the Rebuild Page, where you can view rebuild options and find all related forms and handouts.

MALIBU REBUILDS – HEIGHT SURVEYS

New homes under construction will be required to submit a Height Survey Certification at framing inspection in order to verify City-approved heights.

MALIBU REBUILDS – FIRE REBUILD STATISTICS

Visit the City’s Woolsey Fire rebuild statistics web portal to see the latest rebuilding progress.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW BOARD - APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED

The City of Malibu Planning Director is now accepting applications for one appointment to the Environmental Review Board from qualified professionals with technical expertise in one or more of the following areas of expertise: conservation biology, biogeography, botany, ecology or closely related filed that would involve expertise on biological resources, habitat and/or conservation. For more information about this appointment, please review the public notice. The deadline to submit an application is Tuesday, February 25 by 5:30 PM. Application forms are available at City Hall or by fax or email if requested from the City Clerk at 310-456-2489, ext. 228, or cityclerk@malibucity.org.

CIVIC CENTER WAY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

On February 10, the City Council will consider an appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of a Coastal Development Permit for the Civic Center Way Improvements Project, which consists of roadway improvements along Civic Center Way between Malibu Canyon Road and Webb Way, along Webb Way between Civic Center Way and Pacific Coast Highway, and on the adjacent City-owned "Triangle" parcel (APNs 4458-020-900 and -004, addressed as 23800 Civic Center Way). The approval was appealed by the City Public Works Department due to seven conditions of approval added to the project by the Planning Commission pertaining to project design and materials which the department contends adversely affect project cost, safety and feasibility. For more information about the project and meeting time/date, view the Notice of Public Hearing.

Caltrans Storm Drain Repairs on PCH

Caltrans will be performing storm drain repairs and debris removal in areas that were affected by the Woolsey Fire. Closures are weather permitting and subject to change. One lane of PCH will be open at all times.

Encinal Canyon Water System Improvements Project

County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works contractor will be installing waterlines, valves and other work near the streets of Vista Del Preseas, Avenida De La Encinal, Encinal Canyon Road, Via Vienta, and Vista De Los Ondas. Construction hours will be from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Residents may experience minimal traffic impact and parking restrictions. For urgent after-hours requests or emergencies, please contact County Public Works Dispatch at 800-675-4357. For other project related questions, email waterworksprojects@dpw.lacounty.gov.

E-NOTIFICATIONS

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

This press release was produced by the City of Malibu. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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