City of Malibu: Malibu News Updates

Library to Close September 7 as Remodel Construction Begins

City of Malibu — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

The Malibu Community Library will close as of September 7, 2010 for renovations as part of the Malibu Library Renewal Project. The temporary Malibu Library will open on September 20, 2010 in the County building located just west of the current library. Renovations are expected to take approximately one year.

For more information on the Library Renewal Project or to make a tax deductible donation toward the project, click the link below.

LAPD Memorial Ride Coming Through Malibu on Saturday, August 28

City of Malibu — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

On Saturday, August 28, the West Valley Area of the Los Angeles Police Department will host a Memorial Motorcycle Ride to raise funds for the Randal D. Simmons Outreach Foundation, the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation and the West Valley BOOSTERS. This event is anticipated to attract numerous riders throughout the region, who will be escorted and facilitated by the LAPD, California Highway Patrol and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

The route includes Malibu Canyon. from the Ventura (101) Freeway to PCH, where it will turn east toward the Santa Monica (10) Freeway. Law enforcement officers will assist with traffic movement, but motorists may experience delays up to 15 minutes at points along the route.

Malibu Canyon Lane Closure on Tuesday, August 24

City of Malibu — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

There will be a lane closure on southbound Malibu Canyon Road, between the City limit and Seaver Drive, on Tuesday, August 24, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, for construction work done as part of Pepperdine University pipe rehabilitation project.

Traffic delays are expected. Motorists and pedestrians should plan extra time and exercise caution in the construction area. Please use an alternate route whenever possible.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact City of Malibu Public Works Department at (310) 456-2489 ext. 352

Fall 2010 Recreation Guide Mailed This Week

City of Malibu — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

The City's Fall 2010 Recreation Guide and City Newsletter will be mailed to all households in Malibu this week. In addition to returning programs, such as traditional fall sports (flag football, volleyball and basketball), "parent and me" programs and a variety of art and activity classes, some new features include:

New excursions: The Queen Mary and the Nethercutt Collection of Antiques
New events: Teen Haunted House and Senior Health Fair
New classes: Parent & Me Creative Dance, Intro to Preschool, Mother-Son & Father-Daughter Swing, Salsa, and Ballroom Dance, and Seniors Stretch and Strength

Information articles include a cover story on the City's newest facility, Trancas Canyon Park, as well as stories on Paradise Cove, CERT, environmental tips and more.

Legal Expenses for City's Defense in NRDC/Baykeeper Lawsuit

City of Malibu — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

At the request of the City Council, the attached document is posted to outline the legal costs incurred by the City in presenting a defense in the lawsuit filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Santa Monica Baykeeper under the Clean Water Act (United States District Court Case No. CV-08-01465 AHM (PLAx)).

City of Malibu Publishes Current Salary Information

City of Malibu — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

In response to recent news of exhorbitant salaries paid to staff and councilmembers in the City of Bell, the City of Malibu is making its current salary schedule available to the public:

CITY COUNCIL: Compensation and benefits for the City Council are established in Malibu Municipal Code (M.M.C.) Section 2.08.030 and are determined by resolution of the Council. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 04-48 at its Regular meeting on October 25, 2004, establishing the stipend of $565.68 per month currently paid to each member of the City Council.
CITY MANAGER: The office of the City Manager was established in M.M.C. Chapter 2.12. The City Manager is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The City Manager's salary and benefits are established by an employment agreement approved by the City Council. The current City Manager employment agreement was approved by the Council at its Regular meeting on March 22, 2010. The City Manager receives a base salary of $192,305.04 per year plus a $400 per month car allowance.
CITY STAFF: The City has established salary ranges for each classification of employee within the organization. Salary ranges are approved by the City Council each year upon adoption of the annual budget. Click the link below to download the current Authorized Positions and Salary Ranges approved by the City Council on June 14, 2010 with the adoption of the budget for Fiscal Year 2010-11.

Sheriff's Community Tips - Prevent Theft of Personal Electronics

City of Malibu — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PST

The Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff's Station provides monthly tips to help you protect yourself, your family and your home. This month, learn what you need to teach your children about the benefits and risks of internet and cell phone use. CLICK HERE to read the full article or choose the link below to browse through past articles you may have missed.

Court Denies Baykeeper Request to Stop Legacy Park Construction

City of Malibu — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 PST

The Second District Court of Appeal has denied a request from Santa Monica Baykeeper to stop construction of Legacy Park, citing its failure to "demonstrate entitlement to relief."

The decision clears the way for the City's projected opening of Legacy Park in October.

New Program Enables Mac Users to View City Meetings Live Via Webstream

City of Malibu — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 PST

The City has added Silverlight to its programming, which will enable the most effective webstreaming experience for all browsers and operating systems. The system is required for Mac users to view City webstream broadcasts, including all City Council and Planning Commission meetings. The upgraded system also enables Mac users to view archived meetings retained on the City website.

CLICK HERE for City Council meetings on video.

CLICK HERE for Planning Commission meetings on video.

Interagency Visitor Center to Be Built for Santa Monica Mountains

City of Malibu — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 PST

The National Park Service has announced the award of a $6.8 million contract under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) for the design and construction of an interagency visitor center for the Santa Monica Mountains.

The new center, to be located at KingGillette Ranch in Calabasas,will offer visitor services for the many public parklands in the Santa Monica Mountains currently provided by the National Park Service, California State Parks and Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority. The center will be designed for LEED Platinum certification and will be a"net-zero" facility, the first visitor center in the National Park System that will generate enough energy to completely offset its energy use over the course of a year.