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REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5:30 P.M.
MEETING CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Stewart called the meeting to order at 4: 15 pm.
ROLL CALL
The following persons were recorded in attendance by the Recording Secretary:
PRESENT: Mayor Doug Stewart; Mayor Pro Tem Marianne Riggins; and Councilmembers Haylynn Conrad, Bruce Silverstein and Steve Uhring.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Stewart opened the floor to public comment.
Speakers: None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
At 4:16 p.m., the Council recessed to Closed Session to discuss the following items listed on the Closed Session agenda:
Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation
1. In1t1at10n of lltlgatlon pursuant to paragraph (4) of subd1v1s1on (d) of Government Code sectlon 54956 9
Number of potentlal cases: (2)
Personnel Matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
1. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
1. City representative: Interim City Attorney Trevor Rusin Unrepresented employee: City Manager Steve McClary
Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
1. Case Name: City’s Petition to Form Malibu USD from Territory in the Santa Monica—Malibu USD
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, REGULAR SESSION CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Stewart called the meeting to order at 5:47 pm.
ROLL CALL
The following persons were recorded in attendance by the Recording Secretary:
PRESENT: Mayor Doug Stewart; Mayor Pro Tem Marianne Riggins; and Councilmembers Haylynn Conrad, Bruce Silverstein and Steve Uhring.
ALSO PRESENT: Trevor Rusin, Interim City Attorney; Joseph Toney, Acting City Manager; Alexis Brown, Deputy City Manager; Kelsey Pettijohn, City Clerk; Kristin Riesgo, Community Services Director; Maureen Tamuri, Interim Flaming Director; Susan Duenas, Public Safety Director; Rob DuBoux, Public Works Director; Parker Davis, Media Technician; Christina Munoz, Deputy City Clerk; and Tracey Rossine, Environmental Programs Manager
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Jefferson Wagner led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Interim City Attorney Rusin reported that the meeting convened at 4: l 5 p.m., after which time the City Council recessed to a Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, 54957, and 54957.6, with all Councilmembers present. He stated the Council discussed the items on the Closed Session agenda and took no reportable action.
REPORT ON POSTING OF AGENDA
City Clerk Pettijohn reported that the agenda for the meeting was properly posted on February 7, 2025.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION Councilmember Uhring moved, and Mayor Pro Tem Riggins seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 1 CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Stewart opened the floor to public comment.
Georgia was not available at the time of the hearing.
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As there were no other speakers present for the Consent Calendar, the Mayor returned the matter to the table for discussion.
Item Nos. 1.B.6., 1.B.8., 1.B.9., 1.B.11., 1.B.12., 1.B.13., and 1.B.14. were pulled by the Council.
MOTION Mayor Pro Tem Riggins moved, and Councilmember Silverstein seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar, pulling Item Nos. 1.B.6., 1.B.8., 1.B.9.,
1.B.1 1., 1.B.12., l.B.13., and 1.B.14. The motion carried unanimously.
The Consent Calendar consisted of the following items:
A. Previously Discussed Items
None.
B. New Items
1. Waive Further Reading
Recommended Action: After the City Attorney has read the title, waive full reading of ordinances considered on this agenda for introduction on first reading and/or second reading and adoption.
2. Approve Warrants
Recommended Action: Allow and approve warrant demand numbers 74769-74771 on the register from the General Fund and direct the City Manager to pay out the funds to each of the claimants listed in Warrant Register No. 761 in the amount of the warrant appearing opposite their names, for the purposes stated on the respective demands in a total amount of $104,258.25. City ofMalibu payroll check number 5496-5497 and ACH deposits were issued in the amount of $656,801. 3. Amendment to Agreement with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (District) to extend the 2022-2024 Master Facility Use Agreement through April 30, 2025.
4. Los Angeles County Measure R Transportation Funding Agreement Amendment
Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor to execute the Los Angeles County Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment for the Pacific Coast Highway Median Improvements Proj ect.
5. Transfer Agreement for Receiving the Safe, Clean Water Program Municipal Program Funds
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Transfer Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District (District) to receive Safe, Clean Water (SCW) funds.
7. Contract with Clean Harbors Environmental Services Inc.
Recommended Action: 1) Receive and file a report on an emergency contract with Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. (Clean Harbors) for Franklin Fire environmental clean-up services, including asbestos surveys and hazardous waste removal services for fire damaged and destroyed properties; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to Malibu City Council
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amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
10. Professional Services Agreement with Ultimate Maintenance Services Recommended Action: 1) Authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Ultimate Maintenance Service Inc. for custodial services at the Fire Rebuild Office at 23805 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
The following items were pulled from the consent calendar for individual consideration:
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6. Amendment to Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc to Provide On—Call Environmental Consulting Services
Recommended Action: 1) Authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Profession Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. to increase the total agreement compensation from $340,000 to $960,000; and 2) Approve a budget amendment to transfer $620,000 from Account N0. 101-2004—5100 (Building Safety Professional Services) to Account No. 101-3003-5 100 (Clean Water Professional Services).
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Silverstein moved, and Councilmember Conrad seconded a motion to: 1) authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Profession Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. to increase the total agreement compensation from $340,000 to $960,000; and 2) approve a budget amendment to transfer $620,000 from Account No. 101- 2004-5100 (Building Safety Professional Services) to Account No. 101— 3003-5100 (Clean Water Professional Services). The motion carried unanimously.
Emergency Public Works Agreements
Recommended Action: 1) Receive a report on the approval of emergency Public Works agreements with Vido Artukovich & Son, Inc. / Vidmar, Inc.
JV and Diamond Construction, Inc. for emergency repairs in order to immediately preserve public safety; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Uhring moved, and Mayor Pro Tem Riggins seconded a motion to: 1) receive a report on the approval of emergency Public Works agreements with Vido Artukovich & Son, Inc. / Vidmar, Inc. JV and Diamond Construction, Inc. for emergency repairs in order to immediately preserve public safety; and 2) authorize the City Manager or designee to ”'”"*"W’""I
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amend the approved agreements ifnecessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA 0r any other governmental agency. The motion carried unanimously.
Lease Agreement with Wave Enterprises, Inc. for a Fire Rebuild Office Recommended Action: 1) Authorize the Mayor to execute a two-year lease agreement for a Fire Rebuild Office at 23805 Stuart Ranch Road; 2) Authorize the Acting City Manager to execute documents or agreements arising out of the proposed lease, including estoppel certificates; 3) Authorize the purchase of office furniture from CORT Business Services Corporation; and 4) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
MOTION
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Uhring moved, and Councilmember Silverstein seconded a motion to: l) authorize the Mayor to execute a two-year lease agreement for a Fire Rebuild Office at 23805 Stuart Ranch Road; 2) authorize the Acting City Manager to execute documents or agreements arising out of the proposed lease, including estoppel certificates; 3) authorize the purchase of office fumiture from CORT Business Services Corporation; and 4) authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency. The motion carried unanimously.
The City Council considered Item Nos. l.B.1 1. and 1.B.12. concurrently:
ll. Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Tripeni Smith & Associates, Inc.
Recommended Action: l) Authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Tripepi Smith, Inc. (Tripepi Smith) in the amount of $120,000 for a total not to exceed $250,000. This proposed amendment includes on—call communication services to support communication needs pertaining to the Franklin Fire 2024 and Palisades Fire 2025; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
12. Professional Services Agreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc. for On-Call Communication Services
Recommended Action: 1) Receive and file a report on on—call communication services with Tripepi Smith & Associates Inc. (Tripepi Smith) pertaining to Palisades Fire communications; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
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The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmernber Silverstein moved, and Councilmember Uhring seconded a motion to: 1) authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Tripepi Smith, Inc. (Tripepi Smith) in the amount of $120,000 for a total not to exceed $250,000. This proposed amendment includes on-call communication services to support communication needs pertaining to the Franklin Fire 2024 and Palisades Fire 2025; 2) receive and file a report on on—call communication services with Tripepi Smith & Associates Inc. (Tripepi Smith) pertaining to Palisades Fire communications; and 3) authorize the City Manager or designee to amend the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency. The motion carried unanimously.
13. Professional Services Agreement with American Global Security, Inc.
Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with American Global Security, Inc. for security services at Malibu City Hall, City workshops, and rebuild recovery events.
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Mayor Stewart moved, and Councilmember Uhring seconded a motion to authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with American Global Security, Inc. for security services at Malibu City Hall, City workshops, and rebuild recovery events. The motion carried 4-1, Mayor Pro Tem Riggins opposed. l4. Professional Services Agreements for Fire Recovery and Rebuild Consulting Services
Recommended Action: A) Authorize the Mayor to execute individual Professional Services Agreements for Fire Recovery and Rebuild Consulting Services from: 1) Cotton, Shires & Associates Inc. for Geotechnical, Coastal Engineering, and Environmental Health services; 2) Bureau Veritas for Building Safety services; 3) True North for Building Safety services; 4) CSG Consultants, Inc. for Building Safety services 5) Solid Waste Solutions, Inc. for Environmental and Solid Waste Management services; 6) Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Environmental and Storm Response services; 7) Kimley Horn and Associates for Public Works services; 8) Filippin Engineering for Public Works services; and 9) MNS Engineering, Inc. for Flaming and Public Works Services; B) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend any of the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
MOTION
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The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Uhring moved, and Mayor Stewart seconded a motion to:
A) Authorize the Mayor to execute individual Professional Services Agreements for Fire Recovery and Rebuild Consulting Services from: 1) Cotton, Shires & Associates Inc. for Geotechnical, Coastal Engineering, and Environmental Health services; 2) Bureau Veritas for Building Safety services; 3) True North for Building Safety services; 4) CSG Consultants, Inc. for Building Safety services 5) Solid Waste Solutions, Inc. for Environmental and Solid Waste Management services; 6) Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Environmental and Storm Response services; 7) Kimley Horn and Associates for Public Works services; 8) Filippin Engineering for Public Works services; and 9) MNS Engineering, Inc. for Planning and Public Works Services; B) Authorize the City Manager or designee to amend any of the approved agreements if necessary to receive reimbursement from FEMA or any other governmental agency.
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
The motion carried 4—1, Councilmember Silverstein opposed.
CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATIONS
Presentation from the Los Angeles Countv Fire Department on Using Goats for Brush Clearance Assistant Fire Chief Drew Smith presented on brush clearance and the discussed the benefits of using goats for brush clearance.
The Council directed questions to Assistant Fire Chief Smith.
By consensus, the Council directed staff to bring an item to the Public Safety Commission to discuss using goats for brush clearance.
COMMISSION / COMMITTEE / CITY MANAGER UPDATES
Acting City Manager Toney discussed the storm forecasted this week and the flash flood watch. He described public works crews’ preparations for the storm. He stated the Army Corp and Public Works crews were staging on the Ioki lot and the National Guard base camp had moved from Will Rogers State Beach to the Bell lot. He stated the City was working on expanding the National Guard presence. He announced the Fire Rebuild ordinance was scheduled to be considered at a special Planning Commission meeting on February 10, 2025, and the City Council was scheduled to consider introducing the ordinance on March 4, 2025 and could be adopted on March 10, 2025. He stated City staff met with Califomia Coastal
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Commission (CCC) staff last week on to discussed the Local Coastal Program Amendment for fire rebuilds. He stated additional meetings and educational events for fire rebuilds were being scheduled. He stated plans for the rebuild office were being finalized and announced that the rebuild website maliburebuildsorg is liver Sergeant Chris Soderlund, Los Angeles County Sheriff Department, commended the Community Brigades members and Volunteers on Patrol for their service and contributions since the Palisades Fire. He discussed PCH, debris flows from last storm event, and Caltrans and Los Angeles County Public Works’ decision to close PCH. He reported crime statistics for 2024 and stated the five year trend for part one crimes was down -5%.
In response to the Council, Sergeant Soderlund recommended residents call the station if they needed additional access to their property due to extenuating circumstances. He confirmed Community Brigades are helping with sandbag staging. He clarified which agencies had jurisdiction over PCH and confirmed Caltrans had ultimate authority over opening or closing the road. He stated there was no set reopen date for PCH. He stated residents needed a pass t0 use the road during a soft closure and dolphin decals were not sufficient. He confirmed the checkpoint on PCH had been chosen based 0n where the bum area was.
In response to Councilmember Silverstein, Acting City Manager Toney confirmed staff could ask the National Guard if the lights on their staging site could be adjusted.
In response t0 Councilmember Silverstein, Mayor Stewart stated the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem were involved in meetings with CCC staff to discuss the Governor’s emergency orders and confirm they were being interpreted consistently across agenc1es.
Councilmember Silverstein expressed concern that these policy decisions were not being discussed by the Council before staff met with other agencies.
Councilmember Conrad expressed concern the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem were working on rebuilding issues when Mayor Pro Tem Riggins and Councilmember Silverstein had been appointed to the Palisades Fire Ad Hoc Committee.
Mayor Stewart discussed the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tems role representing the City with other agencies and the Palisades Fire Ad Hoc Committee’s role.
Councilmember Silverstein discussed the limits of the ceremonial role of the Mayor.
Councilmember Conrad discussed the restrictions on the Council from the Brown Act and suggested holding additional meetings.
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meetings to another date and time to continue discussions on fire rebuilds.
Interim City Attorney Rusin explained the procedures for adjourning a meeting to another date and time.
Councilmember Silverstein indicated support for holding a meeting for policy discussions and adjourning the meeting to another date and time to continue discussions.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins stated the agenda would need to have additional discussion topics.
Councilmember Uhring indicated support for additional meetings.
In response to Mayor Stewart, Councilmember Silverstein discussed the scope of the Palisades Fire Ad Hoc Committee and the importance of having more meetings ofthe Council as it is the decision making body. He suggested broadly noticing the policy discussion item on the special meeting agenda.
Acting City Manager Toney requested the Council clarify the scope of the special meeting topics.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins requested clarification from Councilmember Silverstein on the purpose of the additional meetings.
Councilmember Silverstein stated he was requesting an item come back to discuss how the Council would be meeting after this disaster.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Council directed staff to bring back an item at the next meeting to consider scheduling additional meetings and policy discussions related to f1re recovery.
In response to Councilmember Conrad, Interim City Attorney Rusin discussed the requirements for publicly noticed Council meetings.
RECESS At 8:05 p.m., Mayor Stewart recessed the meeting. The meeting resumed at 8:14 pm. with all Councilmembers present.
ITEM 4.A. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Don Schmitz discussed prescribed burns and using livestock for brush clearance.
Mikke Pierson, Malibu-Palisades Chamber of Commerce, announced that the J. Chamber is working on resource list for all local business owners. He announced upcoming events to help local businesses and encouraged everyone to shop local.
He encouraged the Councilmembers to study the Brown Act.
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Luis Pena deferred time to Jefferson Wagner.
Jefferson Wagner shared the Planning Acronym list from the City. He suggested appointing a Rebuild Czar. He discussed local restaurants giving out free meals to those impacted by the Fire and the Boys and Girls collecting donations for fire Victims. He discussed the number ofright-of-entry (ROE) forms that had been filed for debris removal. He discussed the new antilooting law passed by the Assembly and Senate. He discussed the City’s rebuild website posters. He discussed controlled burns.
Charming Frykman deferred time to Kimberly Carr.
Kimberly Carr discussed her volunteer service in communities after wildfires. She discussed the importance of selfcare after disaster and fire resilient home models.
Pamela Conley Ulich discussed FireAID LA and suggested bringing back Malipalooza for fundraising for fire recovery.
Norm Haynie discussed the Councilmembers’ dedication to advocacy for the City of Malibu and discussed Mayor Stewart and Mayor Pro Tem Riggins’s participation in a meeting with CCC staff and City staff. He discussed the importance of getting water pumps working in Big Rock slide area. He recommended allowing water tanks on properties or swimming pools to meet fire flow requirements.
Tania Verruno requested weekly updates on the air and water quality. She requested more information about Phase 2 fire debris removal in Malibu.
Chad White was not available at the time of the hearing.
Scott Dittrich asked how much renting a goat herd for debris removal would cost the City of Malibu. He suggested the City gets its own herd for debris removal year-round. He expressed concern about the economic future of the City.
Ani Dermenjian, Todd Dinner, Todd Deinger, Edward Menasky, Inna Petullo, James Petella, and Peter Monge deferred time to Abe Roy.
Abe Roy discussed the Big Rock resident experience during the Palisades Fire. He discussed a proposal for staffing to support rebuilding, streamlining the permit process, and fire resiliency measures. He recognized Hak Wong and Betty O’Meara who passed in the fire.
Terry Davis was not present at the time of the hearing.
Janet Fulk discussed the need for support from the City for residents rebuilding.
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Arno Koch discussed his experience defending his home from the fire. He stated he did not see flre trucks in the neighborhood during the flre and discussed the importance of having flre trucks available for future fires. He discussed the importance of supporting rebuilding.
Craig Gold discussed MRCA properties and MRCA’S brush clearance policy. He discussed the importance ofreducing fuel load and indicated support for using goats brush clearance.
Brian Merrick stated there needed to be consistency on road closure enforcement. He requested approval for private debris removal, expedited rebuild permits for like-for-like projects, and allowing engineers to self—certify plans for permits.
Paul Grisanti thanked staff, the Council, Hans Laetz at KBUU, Community Brigades, Fire Department, and law enforcement for their work during the fire. He thanked Southem California Edison (SCE) for temporary generators, and SoCal Gas for restoring gas service to his house on Las Flores. He discussed damage to his property and challenges for tenants moving out of the burn area due to road closures. He discussed the impact of road closures on businesses.
Janet Fulk and Mariela Guayana deferred time to Jo Drummond.
Jo Drummond discussed Big Rock residents’ plans for a Big Rock overlay district. She discussed debris removal, pool drainage, resident access issues, information needed on permit requirements for debris removal, expediting like-for-like rebuilds, foundation requirements for beachfront properties, and the importance of fire breaks. She suggested seeking State funding for fire breaks and MRCA brush clearance. She discussed SoCal Gas’ work in the burn area and the need to coordinate with the City’s Public Works Department. She discussed the Community Brigade’s response in Big Rock and the importance of more funding for brigades.
Howard Rudzki discussed political challenges for the City recovering from the and Palisades Fire and suggested appointing a Rebuild Czar.
Lea Johnson discussed the loss of her home on Carbon Beach in the fire.
Sion Roy, Santa Monica College Trustee, discussed the loss of his home in Big Rock. He discussed staffing needs for rebuilding. He suggested requesting additional funding from the State for staffing.
Marina Menavsky was not present at the time of the hearing.
Chebon Markham and Ben Marcus deferred time to Skylar Peak.
Skylar Peak presented a video of the Malibu coast that had been damaged by the fire.
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John Ortiz discussad loss ofhis home in the Franklin Fire and suggested appointing a Rebuild Czar. He discussed limited resources for the Franklin Fire since it was never declared a State disaster.
Ryan Embree discussed FEMA reimbursement for the 1993 fire. He suggested reestablishing the Telecommunications Commission. He discussed the City of Lahaina’s emergency communications system. He discussed the Governor’s executive order to facilitate rebuilding in the coastal zone. He suggested the City Council meet every week.
Georgia Goldfarb asked if she could use her resident pass to access her property tomorrow to prepare for the storm.
Dean discussed the Governor’s executive order related to rebuilding and suggested setting targets for rebuilding. He suggested allowing architects and engineers to self-certify’plans.
The Cornucopia Foundation was not available at the time of the hearing. '_"\ SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS / COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Uhring discussed confusion over PCH access and the changing conditions causing the road to reopen and close. He discussed a notice from County notifying the Farmers Market that it would not be able to operate on the County property since it will now be used for Anny Corp staging and sandbag distribution.
He requested and update on the recruitment for the Community Development Director. He discussed Big Rock repairs. He requested more information on water quality.
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Councilmember Silverstein discussed how media and political focus on the City of Los Angeles after the Palisades Fire. He asked if the National Guard was active in the Malibu jurisdiction. He discussed the Los Angeles Rebuild Czar and indicated support for considering a Rebuild Czar in Malibu. He discussed the importance of supporting local businesses and requested an item to discuss how to support local businesses. He announced the Malibu Film Society’s Oscar party at Ollo. He discussed the importance ofbeing straightforward about what the City’s limitations to support rebuilding. He suggested hiring a large firm to manage rebuilding. He discussed the PCH closure and the different views in the community on PCH access. He suggested considering hiring private security for the neighborhoods in the burn area. He suggested the City perform environmental testing in the burn area. He recommended the residents hire independent experts to assess their properties. He discussed resources in the community to support those impacted by the fire and encouraged the public to take advantage of those opportunities. He discussed underground parking at La Paz and stated it was a fire safe location. He suggested bringing back an item to consider appointing a separate Flaming Commission to consider fire rebuild applications. He indicated support for finding Malibu City Council
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r“! an alternate location for the Farmers Market. He discussed the Flaming application portal and asked why it was closed after business hours. He discussed the City’s request for the Governor to include the Franklin Fire in emergency orders. He discussed the last Planning Commission meeting and how Commissioner Hill was addressed by the other commissioners.
Councilmember Conrad indicated support considering
a Rebuild Czar. She stated she was meeting with the public at small businesses around the City. She indicated support for finding
a location for the Farmer’s Market. She indicated support for using goats for brush clearance. She discussed the many agencies that had jurisdiction in Malibu, including Caltrans.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins thanked Hans and Diane Latz for emergency communications on KBUU during the fire. She recommended residents in the burn area to notify friends and law enforcement if they are sheltering in place during the rain event and encouraged the public to evacuate early and safely.
Councilmember Conrad left the dais at 10:01 pm.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins shared advice for residents rebuilding, including staying involved in the process and talking to neighbors who have rebuilt from disaster.
Councilmember Conrad returned to the dais at 10:04
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins discussed fire resilience in building code. She suggested considering a sewer system for beachfront properties rebuilding.
Mayor Stewart discussed Phase
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of the EPA debris removal staging sites that all the Councilmembers were invited to and stated he attended. He discussed the role of the Mayor and his efforts to advocate for the City. He discussed the EPA site at Topanga and their mitigation measures to protect the environment. He discussed the meeting with CCC staff and stated it was primarily a meeting between City staff and CCC staff, and they discussed Franklin Fire as well. He discussed Steve Soboroff and the role of Rebuild Czar for the City of Los Angeles. He recommended rebuilding like-for- like to rebuild as quickly as possible. He discussed the City’s budget reserves and FEMA reimbursement. He discussed potential State funding to make up the lost revenue from reduced property taxes He suggested bringing back an item consider wa1v1ng fees for rebuild permlts He stated the Cal Road Report app could prov1de updates on the status of PCH Councilmember Silverstein suggested scheduling townhalls for rebuild issues and 1nsurance 1ssues.
In response to Mayor Stewart, Acting City Manager Toney stated staff was working on getting the National Guard support for road closures on city streets.
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Daputy City Manager Brown stated residents who need access passes would need to obtain them from Lost Hills Station tomorrow.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Council directed staff to bring back an item for policy discussions and action on the following topics: 1) local business recovery, 2) security on city streets, 3) environmental study for residential properties, 4) special Flaming Commission for fire rebuilds, 5) Rebuild Czar, 6) sewer systems, and 7) insurance townhall.
In response to Councilmember Uhring, Sergeant Soderlund stated the public could call the Malibu/Lost Hills station tomorrow if they need access to PCH.
ORDINANCES AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
City Council Policy #42, Dial-A-Ride Program
Recommended Action: Adopt the revised City Council Policy #42, Dial-A-Ride Program, to amend the implementation section.
Community Services Director Riesgo presented the staff report.
Mayor Stewart opened the floor to public comment. As there were no speakers present, Mayor Stewart retumed the matter to the table for discussion.
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Uhring moved, and Councilmember Conrad seconded a motion to adopt the revised City Council Policy #42, Dial-A-Ride Program, to amend the implementation section. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilmember Silverstein moved, and Councilmember Conrad seconded a motion to hear Item No. 8A. after 10:30 pm. The motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL ITEMS
City Council Appointments to City Commissions and Committees Recommended Action: 1) Councilmembers Conrad, Silverstein, and Uhring to each make an appointment to the Malibu Arts Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Public Safety Commission, Public Works Malibu City Council
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Commission, and Wastewater Advisory Committee; 2) Mayor Pro Tem Riggins to make an appointment to the Malibu Arts Commission; 3) Council may appoint or affirm appointments of an ex officio member to the Cultural Arts Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Public Safety Commission; 4) Council to appoint or affirm two at-large appointments to the Wastewater Advisory Committee; 5) Council to appoint or affirm five appointments and two alternate appointments to the Building Board ofAppeals; 6) Mayor Stewart, Mayor Pro Tem Riggins, and Councilmembers Conrad, Silverstein, and Uhring to each make an appointment to the Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission; and 7) Adopt Resolution 'No. 25-07, a resolution specifying residency requirements for Commission and Committee members whose residences are damaged or destroyed by a natural disaster.
City Clerk Pettij ohn presented the staff report.
The Council directed questions to staff.
Mayor Stewart opened the floor to public comment.
Speaker: Kevin Shenkman and Ryan Embree
As there were no other speakers present, Mayor Stewart returned the matter to the table for discussion.
The Council discussed the item and directed questions to staff.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Pamela Conley Ulich to the Malibu Arts Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Peter Jones on the Malibu Arts Commission.
Councilmember Uhring stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Lotte Cherin on the Malibu Arts Commission.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Dane Skophammer to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Georgia Goldfarb on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Councilmember Uhring appointed Judy Villablanca.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Elizabeth Riddick to the Flaming Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Kraig Hill on the Planning Commission.
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Councilmember Uhring stated he would not make a change to his appointment of John Mazza on the Planning Commission.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Josh Spiegel to the Public Safety Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein appointed Alexis Aria to the Public Safety Commission.
Councilmember Uhring stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Keegan Gibbs on the Public Safety Commission.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Kevin Keegan to the Public Works Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein appointed Tiffany Murray to the Public Works Commission.
Councilmember Conrad appointed Kevin Poffenberger to the Wastewater Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Silverstein stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Steve Braband to the Wastewater Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Uhring stated he would not make a change to his appointment of Andrew Sheldon on the Wastewater Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins stated she would not be making her Malibu Arts Commission appointment this evening.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Council reaffirmed Brent Woodworth’s appointment as the EX Officio member of the Public Safety Commission.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Council appointed Madelynn Glickfeld and Arnold Liu as the at- large Committee Members on the Wastewater Advisory Committee.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Council reaffirmed the appointments to the Building Board of Appeals.
Councilmember Uhring appointed Bill Sampson to the Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission.
Councilmember Silverstein appointed Kevin Shenkman to the Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission.
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Minutes of February 10, 2025
Councilmember Conrad appointed Robert Blackman to the Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission.
MOTION
Mayor Stewart appointed Paul Grisanti to the Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Riggins stated she would not be making her Mobilehome Park Rent Stabilization Commission appointment this evening.
Councilmember Silverstein moved, and Councilmember Uhring seconded a motion to Adopted Resolution No. 25-07, amended to revise Section 2 to state “The Malibu Municipal Code requirement to be a resident of the City of Malibu in order to serve on a committee or commission may be met either by maintaining a primary residence in the City, or being a registered to vote in the City, continuously during the time of service on that commission or committee”, a resolution specifying residency requirements for Commission and Committee members whose residences are damaged or destroyed by a natural disaster. The motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Stewart adjourned the meeting at 10:52 pm.
Approved and adopted by the City Council of the
City of Malibu on April 28, 2025.
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