City Council Subcommittee - Administration & Finance
May 7, 2025

Malibu City Council
Administration and Finance Subcommittee
Special Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
3:00 P.M.

City Hall – Council Chambers
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Silverstein
Councilmember Doug Stewart
Call to Order
Roll Call
Report on Posting of the Agenda – Monday, May 5, 2025
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment This is the time for the public to comment on any items not appearing on this agenda.

Each public speaker shall be allowed up to three (3) minutes for comments. The Subcommittee may not discuss or act on any matter not specifically identified on this agenda, pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Discussion Items

1. Presentations/Staff Updates
None.

2. Old Business
None.

3. New Business
A. Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Woodward and Curran Recommended Action: Provide a recommendation to the City Council to consider appropriating $271,478 from the General Fund-Unassigned to amend the Professional Services Agreement with Woodard and Curran increasing the scope 1 of 100
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of work to provide a preliminary design report for a new wastewater collection system along Pacific Coast Highway to Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant.

Staff Contact: Rob Duboux, Public Works Director, ext. 339 B. Review of Proposed Planning Department Fees for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Recommended Action: Review the proposed Planning Department Fees for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and provide a recommendation to the City Council.

Staff Contact: Maureen Tamuri, Interim Planning Director, ext. 346 C. Fiscal Year 2024-25 Second Quarter Financial Report and Mid-Year Budget Amendments
Recommended Action: Review Fiscal Year 2024-25 Second Quarter Financial Report; 2) Provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding Fiscal Year 2024-25 mid-year budget amendments; and 3) Provide a recommendation to the City Council on adopting revised Authorized Positions Proposed for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

Staff Contact: Joseph Toney, Acting City Manager, ext. 224 Adjournment
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. Special meeting agendas may be amended up to 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Dated this 5th day of May 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

Cynthia Alba, Management Analyst
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Agenda Item 3.A.

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Administration and Finance
Subcommittee Agenda Report
To:

Prepared by:

Reviewed by:

Approved by:

Mayor Pro Tem Silverstein and Councilmember Stewart
Brandie Ayala, Senior Management Analyst
Rob Duboux, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Joseph D. Toney, Acting City Manager
Date prepared: May 1, 2025 Meeting date: May 07, 2025
Subject: Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Woodward and Curran
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Provide a recommendation to the City Council to consider appropriating $271,478 from the General Fund-Unassigned to amend the Professional Services Agreement with Woodard and Curran increasing the scope of work to provide a preliminary design report for a new wastewater collection system along Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) to Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this increased scope of work was not included in the Adopted Budget for FY 2024-25. An appropriation of $271,478 from the General FundUnassigned to Account No. 310-9075-5100 (CCWTF – Phase Two) is needed to perform this increased scope of work. The projected General Fund Unassigned on June 30, 2025, is $64.5 million.

STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item is part of the day-to-day operations identified in the Adopted FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority Project List.

DISCUSSION: Council Policy #44 requires that all proposed appropriations over $10,000 be reviewed and discussed by the Administration and Finance Subcommittee (Subcommittee) prior to being presented to the City Council. The item will be reviewed by City Council during the May 12, 2025 Regular meeting.

On April 24, 2025, Staff provided a presentation to Council on the five different wastewater options that could be implemented on PCH for the homes that were destroyed in the Palisades Fire. The five options included connecting the properties to the CCWTF, 3 of 100

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connecting to Las Virgenes’ Tapia Water Reclamation Facility, connecting to a new wastewater treatment facility, connecting to Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant, and an option to replace the existing septic systems. The Council selected the option to connect the PCH properties to Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant. They also directed staff to create a Sewer Ad Hoc Committee and to obtain a wastewater design consultant to assist in the development of this option.

Woodard and Curran has extensive experience of designing wastewater collection systems and treatment plants, including the design of CCWTF Phase Two. This amendment to their agreement will increase their scope of work to provide a preliminary design report to connect the beachside homes on PCH that were destroyed by the Palisades Fire to the Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant option as well as participating in the Sewer Ad Hoc Committee.

Given the urgency of this project, staff advises A&F to recommend to City Council an appropriation of $271,478 from the General Fund-Unassigned to develop a preliminary design report for a potential wastewater collection system along PCH to Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant for City Council approval.

ATTACHMENTS: None.
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Agenda Item 3.B.

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3.B.

Administration and Finance
Subcommittee Agenda Report
To: Mayor Pro Tem Silverstein and Councilmember Stewart Prepared by: Maureen Tamuri, Interim Planning Director
Approved by: Joseph D. Toney, Acting City Manager
Date prepared: April 28, 2025 Meeting date: May 07, 2025 Subject: Review of Proposed Planning Department Fees for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Review the proposed Planning Department Fees for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 and provide a recommendation to the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action.

Should fees be lowered or increased, there will be revenue impacts. The Report on Cost of Services (User Fee) Study by Matrix Consulting Group, Ltd. (Matrix), (August 2024) presented at the September 9, 2024, City Council meeting identified an annual Planning Department cost recovery deficit of $1,033,474 under the current FY 2023-24 Fee Schedule. Any modification to the current fee schedule will result in either an increase or decrease to the projected deficit.

STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item supports the Fee Schedule Update identified in the Adopted FY 2023-24 Strategic Priority Project List. It was not included in the Adopted FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority List as it was near the end of the project and was anticipated to be completed in the fall of 2024. The project has not quite reached completion.

DISCUSSION: At the September 9, 2024, City Council meeting, the City Council reviewed the draft Schedule of Fees and the August 2024 Report on Cost of Services (User Fee) Study by Matrix and had specific questions regarding development fees. After discussion with staff, the Council requested a workshop be set to understand the fees in the Planning and the Environmental Sustainability Departments.

On October 2, 2024, the City Council held a workshop to review city development fees.

While the Council recommended no changes to the Environmental Sustainability Department fees for services, they requested the Planning Department to return with 5 of 100

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recommended changes to allocate fee recovery cost adjustments towards larger more complex development projects, especially those which sought waivers, such as variances from code standards. Suggested fee modifications at full recovery cost in those instances have been highlighted in yellow (Attachment 1)
The Council also requested Staff to review for possible areas of fee reductions for smaller property improvements. Four fees have been identified for discussion of a reduction with the Committee. These have been highlighted in pink (Attachment 1).

Planning has also identified an additional area where cost savings to applicants could be achieved, which is the deferral of other Department reviews from the planning phase to the building phase. As briefly discussed in the Fee workshop of October 2, 2024, circulation of some planning applications through outside departments has grown over time and is a ripe area for process streamlining.

By way of example, Planning’s simplest permit type, an Over-the-Counter (OTC), has experienced increased department reviews and costs over the past 15 years. By conditioning some of these department reviews to occur as a part of the building phase, cost and time savings for smaller projects can be realized. In late summer 2024, Los Angeles County Fire Department was the first outside Department the City worked with to defer reviews for small projects to the building permit phase.

A copy of planning staff’s suggested fee adjustments aligned with the Council’s direction to staff is provided as Attachment 1. A copy of the October 2, 2024, Fee Workshop presentation is provided as Attachment 2. Both documents to be reviewed in greater detail as part of the Subcommittee meeting.

New Rebuild Development Permit
When the City experienced three fires (Broad, Franklin, Palisades) resulting in the loss of over 750 homes and businesses, staff turned its focus to modifying the Local Coastal Program and Malibu Municipal Code (MMC) to streamline fire rebuilds. Within Ordinance No. 524, adopted March 12, 2025, is MMC Section 17.62.030 (Administrative Plan Reviews), which was revised to exclude fire rebuild structures. Those will now be processed as a “Rebuild Development Permit.”
MMC Section 17.62.080 creates the Rebuild Development Permit (RDP) to allow new structures to be built within 110 percent of the primary development pad. Given that the Governor’s Emergency Orders suspended Coastal Act permit requirements, the new permit will be used to process in kind and “like for like plus 10%” fire rebuilds seeking mechanized equipment on the beach, OWTS replacement, new seawalls to protect OWTS, new structures needed to meet state and local law, and minor improvements to driveways including retaining walls developed on slopes steeper than 3:1 but not allowed on 1:1 slopes.
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Planning staff conducted a time and motion study for this new RDP fee, which is included as Attachment 3. This new fee type, among others previously reviewed by Matrix Consulting, is in green text. Staff established the amount of full recovery costs as $1,288.

Revenue
Staff’s Planning fee proposal would offset lost revenue recovery from $1,056,218, to approximately $669,764, using the 2023 permit issuance data supplied by Matrix.

Assuming that the City Council proceeds with a fee waiver program for the recent fire rebuilds that are like for like/plus 10%, there will be revenue losses both in Planning, Environmental Sustainability Department and Public Works Department.

Expenditures
Staff did not propose any modifications to fees which are supported through consultant agreements with the City.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Proposed Planning Permit Fees for FY25-26 Detail Spreadsheet

2. October 2, 2024 Fees Workshop Presentation

3. User Fee Determination/Cost Analysis Worksheet – Rebuild Development Permit (RDP) dated April 14, 2025
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Cost Per Unit Results
Fee Name Unit Current Fee Recommended Fees Total Cost Difference Cost Recovery % Count Rev. at
Current Fee
Rev. at Total
Cost Difference

PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Change of Address / Address Assignment Each $323 $435 ($112) 74% Administrative Plan Review
Level 1 - Revision to Previously Issued APR Each 1/2 of current fee 1/2 of current fee $1,129 0% 2.00 $0 $2,258 ($2,258) Level 2 - Landscape Only Each $396 $396 $1,317 ($921) 30% 4.00 $1,584 $5,267 ($3,683) Level 3 - Landscape and Site Improvements Each $860 $860 $2,273 ($1,413) 38% 64.00 $55,040 $145,494 ($90,454) Level 4 - APR Minor Each $1,590 $1,590 $3,216 ($1,626) 49% 1.00 $1,590 $3,216 ($1,626) Level 5 - APR Major Each $4,652 $6,649 $6,694 ($45) 99% 12.00 $79,788 $80,332 ($544) Level 6 - APR for Major Remodel (<50% of exterior walls) Each $7,156 $9,024 $9,024 $0 100% 2.00 $18,048 $18,048 $0 Appeal Fee Each $750 $750 $16,502 ($15,752) 5% 3.00 $2,250 $49,505 ($47,255) Archaeology
Phase 1 Each $396 $396 $393 $3 101% 38.00 $15,048 $14,922 $126 Phase 2 Each $796 $796 $809 ($13) 98%
Consultant Review Each Actual Cost + 30% Actual Cost + 30% $0 0% Biology
Review - Hourly Per Hour $215 $215 $258 ($43) 83%
After Hours - Hourly Per Hour $250 $250 $301 ($51) 83% 3.00 $750 $903 ($153) Site Inspection Each $430 $430 $516 ($86) 83% 8.00 $3,440 $4,128 ($688) Revisions (includes 1 review) Each $430 $516 $516 $0 100% 50.00 $25,800 $25,800 $0 Review - CDP (With ESHA) (includes 3 reviews) Each $1,720 $2,064 $2,064 $0 100% 15.00 $30,960 $30,960 $0 Review - CDP (Without ESHA) (includes 2 reviews) Each $860 $1,032 $1,032 $0 100% 32.00 $33,024 $33,024 $0 CDP for OWTS Only (includes 1 review) Each $323 $323 $387 ($64) 83% 20.00 $6,460 $7,740 ($1,280) APR with Development (without landscaping) (includes 1
review) Each $430 $430 $516 ($86) 83% 39.00 $16,770 $20,124 ($3,354) APR with Development (with landscaping) (includes 2
reviews) Each $860 $860 $1,032 ($172) 83% 13.00 $11,180 $13,416 ($2,236) APR Landscaping Only (includes 2 reviews) Each $645 $645 $774 ($129) 83% 8.00 $5,160 $6,192 ($1,032) Categorical Exemption Each $75 $130 $130 ($0) 100% 133.00 $17,290 $17,349 ($59) Certificate of Compliance Planning Review Each $1,491 $1,491 $1,780 ($289) 84% 3.00 $4,473 $5,339 ($866) Change of Ownership/Occupancy Each $200 $200 $247 ($47) 81% 3.00 $600 $741 ($141) Coastal Development Permit
Level 1 - OWTS Only; Foundation Only; Emergency Permit Only; De Minimis OWTS CDP Permit Waiver; TUP Events Requiring CDP Each $994 $994 $5,076 ($4,082) 20% 39.00 $38,766 $197,977 ($159,211) Level 2 - Water Wells; Lot Merger With No Development Each $6,965 $6,965 $7,083 ($118) 98% 4.00 $27,860 $28,330 ($470) Level 3 - Accessory Structures; 2nd Units; Additions; Lot Line Adjustments with Each $10,146 $10,146 $12,074 ($1,928) 84% 11.00 $111,606 $132,810 ($21,204) Level 4 - NSFR; Remodel Non-Conforming Structures Each $11,579 $20,248 $20,248 ($0) 100% 19.00 $384,712 $384,713 ($1) Level 5 - Development with Lot Line Adjustment; Tentative Parcel Map With No DEach $17,981 $23,727 $23,727 $0 100% 2.00 $47,454 $47,453 $1 Level 6 - Tentative Parcel Map with Development Each $23,266 $29,990 $29,090 $900 103% Level 7 - Multi-Family or Commercial; Tentative Tract Map With or Without Development:

Per Hour Per Hour $200 $200 $174 $26 115%
Deposit Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $0 100%
Level 8 - Amendments to City-issued CDP Each 1/2 of current fee 1/2 of current fee $0 0% 6.00 $0 $0 $0 Level 9 - De-minimis Waiver Fee (DMW)
a. OWTS Each $994 $994 $5,849 ($4,855) 17%
b. Driveway Improvements Each $994 $994 $5,849 ($4,855) 17% Code Enforcement Review
Code Violation - Hourly Per Hour $200 $200 $159 $41 126% 4.00 $800 $637 $163 Code Violation - Minor Each $1,798 $1,968 $1,968 $0 100% Code Violation - Major Each $2,996 $5,456 $5,456 $0 100% Commercial Cannabis Permit
New Cannabis Dispensary and/or Compliance Review Each $4,652 $4,652 $8,822 ($4,170) 53% Commercial Cannabis Regulatory Permit Each $798 $798 $1,064 ($266) 75% 1.00 $798 $1,064 ($266) Conditional Use Permit
Existing Non-Conforming Use / No Change Each $1,988 $1,988 $4,474 ($2,486) 44% PROPOSED PLANNING FEES FOR FY25/26
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Cost Per Unit Results
Fee Name Unit Current Fee Recommended Fees Total Cost Difference Cost Recovery % Count Rev. at
Current Fee
Rev. at Total
Cost Difference
PROPOSED PLANNING FEES FOR FY25/26
Administration and Finance Committee Meeting of April 30, 2025 New/Transferred Liquor License Each $4,652 $4,652 $5,343 ($691) 87% 1.00 $4,652 $5,343 ($691) Conditional Use Permit Compliance & Reporting Each $200 $200 $3,847 ($3,647) 5% All Others Each $3,977 $3,977 $8,822 ($4,845) 45% 2.00 $7,954 $17,644 ($9,690) Department of Fish and Wildlife Fee Each set by DFW set by DFW $0 0% Demolition Permit Each $396 $396 $590 ($194) 67% 19.00 $7,524 $11,215 ($3,691) Determination of Commencement of Construction Each New $1,905 $1,905 Determination Of Use
Director Each $796 $796 $2,370 ($1,574) 34%
Planning Commission Each $6,560 $6,560 $11,266 ($4,706) 58% 1.00 $6,560 $11,266 ($4,706) Environmental Impact Report Each Actual Cost + 30% Actual Cost + 30% $0 0% Environmental Review Board Analysis Each $3,181 $3,181 $4,231 ($1,050) 75% Environmental Site Assessment Review Fee Each Actual Cost + 30% Actual Cost + 30% $0 0% Event Permits
Residential Minor (Less than 100 ppl) Each $124 $421 $421 $0 100% 59.00 $24,839 $24,825 $14 Residential Major (All Other Events) Each $124 $2,297 $2,297 ($0) 100% Commercial (Temporary Use Permit) Each $821 $821 $3,045 ($2,224) 27% 8.00 $6,568 $24,363 ($17,795) Commercial (Temporary Use Permit - Non-Profit) Each $342 $342 $977 ($635) 35% 13.00 $4,446 $12,698 ($8,252) Commercial (Temporary Use Permit w/ CDP) Each Hourly $200 Road Race (Temporary Use Permit) Each $1,988 $1,988 $6,333 ($4,345) 31% 2.00 $3,976 $12,667 ($8,691) Initial Study
Prepared By Consultant Each Actual Cost + 30% Actual Cost + 30% $0 0% Prepared By Staff:

Per Hour Per Hour $200 $200 $174 $26 115%
Deposit Deposit $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 $0 100%
Joint Use Parking Agreement Each $2,386 $7,442 $7,442 $0 100% Minor Modification Each $1,192 $3,963 $3,963 ($0) 100% 9.00 $35,667 $35,670 ($3) Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Per Hour $200 $200 $174 $26 115% Neighborhood Standards Review Each $6,123 $6,123 $10,151 ($4,028) 60% Outdoor Lighting Review
Residential Minor Each $200 $200 $1,015 ($815) 20%
Residential Major (3 or more structures) Each $200 $200 $1,297 ($1,097) 15% Commercial minor (Tenant Spaces) Each $597 $597 $1,015 ($418) 59% 7.00 $4,179 $7,108 ($2,929) Commercial major Each $1,590 $3,624 $3,624 ($0) 100% 7.00 $25,368 $25,370 ($2) Deviation Each $2,981 $8,040 $8,040 ($0) 100% 1.00 $8,040 $8,040 ($0) Consultant Review Each Actual Cost Actual Cost $0 0%
Over the Counter Permit
Level I Each $200 $200 $407 ($207) 49% 151.00 $30,200 $61,415 ($31,215) Level II Each $397 $397 $581 ($184) 68% 167.00 $66,299 $96,967 ($30,668) Planning Clearance
Regular Each $396 $396 $1,499 ($1,103) 26% 33.00 $13,068 $49,452 ($36,384) Formula Retail Each $3,996 $5,994 $5,994 ($0) 100% 2.00 $11,988 $11,988 ($0) Planning Verification Each $200 $200 $2,370 ($2,170) 8% Plan Review
Prior to Planning Conformance/Approval:

CDP - Resubmittal of Plans Each $1,192 $1,192 $1,901 ($709) 63% 4.00 $4,768 $7,604 ($2,836) APR - Resubmittal of Plans Each $596 $1,258 $1,258 $0 100% 28.00 $35,224 $35,221 $3 After Planning Conformance/Approval:

Substantial Conformance - Minor Each $393 $910 $910 $0 100% Substantial Conformance - Major Each $1,192 $2,370 $2,370 $0 100% 1.00 $2,370 $2,370 $0 Final Planning Approval "red stamp" Each $448 $448 $494 ($46) 91% Public Notice (Includes costs for staff and materials)
Mailer Each $342 $342 $160 $182 214%
Newspaper Legal Notice Each $329 $329 $368 ($39) 89%
Quarter Page Each $421 $421 $354 $67 119%
Mailing Data Each Direct Costs Direct Costs $0 0%
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Cost Per Unit Results
Fee Name Unit Current Fee Recommended Fees Total Cost Difference Cost Recovery % Count Rev. at
Current Fee
Rev. at Total
Cost Difference
PROPOSED PLANNING FEES FOR FY25/26
Administration and Finance Committee Meeting of April 30, 2025 Rebuild Development Permit Each New $1,288 $1,288 $0 100% Short-Term Rental Permit Each New $495 $339 $156 146% 400.00 $198,000 $135,764 $62,236 Sign Permit
Individual Each $248 $248 $750 ($502) 33% 15.00 $3,720 $11,252 ($7,532) Master Program Each $2,386 $2,386 $5,848 ($3,462) 41% 1.00 $2,386 $5,848 ($3,462) Temporary Each $48 $48 $455 ($407) 11% 1.00 $48 $455 ($407) Site Inspection Each $300 $300 $435 ($135) 69% 1.00 $300 $435 ($135) Site Plan Review
Height Each $3,499 $3,499 $7,418 ($3,919) 47% 18.00 $62,982 $133,526 ($70,544) All Other Requests Each $2,981 $2,981 $3,940 ($959) 76% 3.00 $8,943 $11,819 ($2,876) Solar Panels
Roof-Mounted Each $124 $124 $334 ($210) 37%
Ground-Mounted Each $200 $200 $595 ($395) 34% 7.00 $1,400 $4,163 ($2,763) Stringline Modification Each $3,380 $3,380 $4,036 ($656) 84% 82.00 $277,160 $330,973 ($53,813) Temporary Housing Permit Each New $542 $542 $0 100%
Time Extension
Director Each New $596 $660 ($64) 90%
Planning Commission Each New $596 $2,371 ($1,775) 25%
Variance Each $3,578 $7,515 $7,515 $0 100% 19.00 $142,785 $142,780 $5 View Preservation Permit
Primary View Determination Each $396 $396 $890 ($494) 45% 27.00 $10,692 $24,025 ($13,333) View Preservation Permit - Planning Director Each $396 $396 $4,230 ($3,834) 9% View Preservation Permit - Planning Commission Each $1,693 $1,693 $6,212 ($4,519) 27% Wireless Communication Facilities
Level 1 - Waiver from Wireless Design Standards Each $808 $808 $943 ($135) 86% 3.00 $2,424 $2,828 ($404) Level 2 - Upgrade Existing Facilities Each $1,574 $1,574 $3,551 ($1,977) 44% 29.00 $45,646 $102,990 ($57,344) Level 3 - Type 1 Wireless Permit (WP) or WP Right-of- Way Permit (WRP) Each $3,845 $3,845 $14,302 ($10,457) 27% 2.00 $7,690 $28,604 ($20,914) Level 4 - WP Type 2 Each $6,966 $6,966 $14,302 ($7,336) 49% 2.00 $13,932 $28,604 ($14,672) Level 5 - WP or WRP with CDP Each $7,245 $7,245 $9,157 ($1,912) 79% Consultant Conformance Review/Compliance Each Actual Cost + 30% Actual Cost + 30% $0 0% Post-Approval Compliance (Staff) Each $716 $716 $1,812 ($1,096) 40% Vehicle Impact Protection Device Application Each $597 $597 $595 $2 100% Zoning Verification Letter Each $200 $200 $210 ($10) 95% 20.00 $4,000 $4,208 ($208) Development Agreement; General Plan Amendment; Local Coastal Program Amendment; Specific Plan; Zoning Amendment
Per Hour Per Hour $200 $200 $174 $26 115%
Deposit Deposit $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $0 100%
All Other Planning Services Per Hour $200 $200 $174 $26 115% 400.00 $80,000 $69,569 $10,431 Planning Consultant Services Each Actual Cost Actual Cost $0 0% Total $2,107,049 $2,776,813 ($669,764)
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WORKSHOP:

FY 2024-25

PROPOSED

SCHEDULE OF FEES
OCTOBER 2, 2024
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INTRODUCTION
• DIRECTION: Workshop to review for possible modifications • SCENARIOS: Fees in Total as opposed to Individual Fees • DARK SKY related fees
• AB 2160: Attorney drafting resolution, Waive any fee to avoid bypass of City permit process for appeal of major public works project • DATA CORRECTION (table on page 38 of report): no impact on schedule 2 12 of 100

FEES FOR

DEVELOPMENT

PROCESS
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OVER THE COUNTER (OC)
• PROJECT TYPE: OC Level II Project
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Existing Single-Family Residence (ESFR); Interior remodel of an existing master bathroom. No Structural changes. New Lavatory, new water closet, new shower.
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OC REVIEW PROCESS
Planning
Entitlement
Phase
Plan Check
Review
Phase
Permits
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OC PROJECT FEES

PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE
 OC Level II - Fee includes two reviews
only (2 hrs); New fee 3 hrs
 EH: Other – Non-OWTS Review
(Planning Phase) two reviews
ITEM
DESCRIPTION Dept QTY FY2023-24 FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
OC: Level II PLN 1 $ 397.00 $ 397.00 $ 581.00 $ 581.00
EH: Other ESD 1 $ 949.00 $ 949.00 $ 1,071.00 $ 1,071.00 Document
Imaging Fee ESD 1 $ 29.00 $ 29.00 $ 31.00 $ 31.00
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 1,375.00 $ 1,683.00
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OC PROJECT FEES

PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Environmental Health (EH):

Building Plan Check (BPC) 1 $ 430.00 $ 430.00 $ 402.00 $ 402.00 Building Plan Check Fee
Level 1 Plan Check – NonStructural Interior Remodel1 $ 215.00 $ 215.00 $ 232.00 $ 232.00 Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 58.00 $ 58.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 20.27 $ 20.27 $ 20.07 $ 20.07
PLAN CHECK REVIEW TOTALS: $ 719.27 $ 712.07
 Environmental Health (EH) – Non-OWTS
Review (Building Safety Phase) - Two
Reviews
 Building Plan Check Fee Level 1 Plan
Check – Non-Structural Interior Remodel
– Two Reviews
 Credit Card Fee - 2.9% - (Plus $.30 to
online payments ONLY)
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OC PROJECT FEES

BUILDING PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Permit Building - Level 1: Less or
Equal to 500 Sq.Ft. 1 $ 215.00 $ 215.00 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 Building Safety Technology
Fee 1 $ 15.05 $ 15.05 $ 12.80 $ 12.80
Administrative Fee 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
BSS Fee 1 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to State of CA) 1 $ 2.80 $ 2.80 $ 3.25 $ 3.25 Credit Card Fee 1 $ 6.24 $ 6.24 $ 7.25 $ 7.25
BUILDING PERMIT TOTALS: $ 301.84 $ 344.30
 Building Safety Technology Fee (7%
to 5.12%)
 Administrative Fee
 Document Retention Fee
 BSS Fee ($1 per $25,000 valuation)
 Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA) –

0.0130% of the Value
 Credit Card Fee – 2.9% - (Plus $.30
to online payments ONLY)
 Total Building Permit $ 344.30
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OC PROJECT FEES

PLUMBING PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Lavatory 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Toilet 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Shower 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Building Safety
Technology Fee 1 $ 11.29 $ 11.29 $ 9.52 $ 9.52
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 6.80 $ 6.80 $ 7.70 $ 7.70
PLUMBING PERMIT TOTALS: $ 241.34 $ 273.22
 Building Safety Technology Fee (7%
to 5.12%)
 Administrative Fee
 Document Retention Fee
 BSS Fee ($1 per $25,000 valuation)
 Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA) –

0.0130% of the Value
 Credit Card Fee – 2.9% - (Plus $.30
to online payments ONLY)
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OC PROJECT FEES

MECHANICAL PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Ventilation Fan on Single
Duct 1 $ 43.00 $ 43.00 $ 50.00 $ 50.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 50.00 $ 50.00
Building Safety
Technology Fee 1 $ 3.01 $ 3.01 $ 2.56 $ 2.56
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 3.13 $ 3.13 $ 3.21 $ 3.21
MECHANICAL PERMIT TOTALS: $ 111.14 $ 113.77
 Building Safety Technology Fee (7%
to 5.12%)
 Administrative Fee
 Document Retention Fee
 BSS Fee ($1 per $25,000 valuation)
 Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA) –

0.0130% of the Value
 Credit Card Fee – 2.9% - (Plus $.30
to online payments ONLY)
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OC PROJECT FEES

ELECTRICAL PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Outlets 1 $ 54.00 $54.00 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 50.00 $ 50.00
Building Safety
Technology Fee 1 $ 3.78 $ 3.78 $ 3.17 $ 3.17
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 3.47 $ 3.47 $ 3.57 $ 3.57
ELECTRICAL PERMIT TOTALS: $ 123.25 $ 126.74
 Building Safety Technology Fee (7%
to 5.12%)
 Admin. Fee – Permit Processing Fee
 Document Retention Fee
 BSS Fee ($1 per $25,000 valuation)
 Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA) –

0.0130% of the Value
 Credit Card Fee – 2.9% - (Plus $.30
to online payments ONLY)
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TOTAL PROJECT FEES
DEPARTMENT FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED

BUDGET TOTALS
PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE $ 1,375.00 $ 1,683.00
PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE $ 719.27 $ 712.07

PERMITS
BUILDING PERMIT $ 301.84 $ 344.30
PLUMBING PERMIT $ 241.34 $ 273.22
MECHANICAL PERMIT $ 111.14 $ 113.77
ELECTRICAL PERMIT $ 123.25 $ 126.74
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 2,871.84 $ 3,253.10
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN REVIEW (APR)
• PROJECT TYPE: Administrative Plan Review Level 4
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Beachfront, Deck Repair (more than 50% replaced), Re-Waterproof, and Re-Tile, same size, same location 13 23 of 100

APR REVIEW PROCESS
Planning
Entitlement
Phase
Plan Check
Review
Phase
Permits
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN REVIEW (APR)

PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION DEPT QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
APR Level IV - Minor PLN 1 $1,590.00 $ 1,590.00 $3,216.00 $3,216.00 Coastal Engineering:

Other ESD 1 $ 1,876.00 $ 1,876.00 $ 1, 875.00 $ 1, 875.00 EH: Other ESD 1 $ 949.00 $ 949.00 $ 1,071.00 $ 1,071.00 Geology: Other ESD 1 $ 264.00 $ 264.00 $ 268.00 $ 268.00 Document Imaging Fee ESD 1 $ 29.00 $ 29.00 $ 31.00 $ 31.00 Public Works: Review PW 5 $ 254.00 $ 1,270.00 $ 326.00 $ 1,630.00 PROJECT TOTALS: $ 5,978.00 $ 8,091.00
 APR Level IV- Fee includes two
incomplete letters; 1 site visit; 1
final inspection; CDP exemption;
dark sky lighting review; pre-plan
check and final plan check
conformance “green” and “red”
stamps (new fee 3 more hours)
 Coastal Eng – Standard – 2
reviews
 EH: Other – Non-OWTS Review
(Planning Phase) two reviews
 Geology – 1 review = 1 hour
 Public Works
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN REVIEW (APR)

PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION DEPT QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSE
D FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Other Fees
EH: BPC – Building
Plan Check ESD 1 $ 430.00 $ 430.00 $ 402.00 $ 402.00
Geo: BPC – Building
Plan Check ESD 1 $1,179.00 $1,179.00 $ 1,205.00 $ 1,205.00 Coastal: BPC –
Building Plan Check ESD 1 $ 870.00 $ 870.00 $ 870.00 $ 870.00 Plan Check Building
Deck/Balcony Repair
Major (Structural) ESD 1 $ 323.00 $ 323.00 $ 349.00 $ 349.00 Administrative Fee ESD 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 58.00 $ 58.00 PLAN CHECK REVIEW TOTALS: $ 2,856.00 $ 2,884.00
 EH: BPC – Bldg. Plan Check – Two
Reviews
 Deck/Balcony Repair – Structural
Major Repair – 1.5 Hrs. Plan Check
(In-House Review)
 Admin. Fee – Plan Check
Processing Fee
 Planning – Revisions will require
additional fees $393-$1,192
 Geology – Two reviews
 Coastal Engineering – Two reviews
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN REVIEW (APR)

BUILDING PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION DEPT QTY FY2023-
24 FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSE
D FEE

PROPOSE

D TOTAL
Deck/Balcony Repair Major
(Structural) ESD 1 $ 430.00 $ 430.00 $ 500.00 $ 500.00
Building Safety Technology
Fee ESD 1 $30.10 $ 30.10 $ 25.60 $ 25.60
Administrative Fee ESD 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 62.00 $ 62.00 Document Retention Fee ESD 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 BSS Fee ESD 1 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Strong Motion Fee Category
I (Remitted to State of CA) ESD 1 $0.05 $ 0.05 $ 0.07 $ 0.07 BUILDING PERMIT TOTALS: $ 523.15 $ 596.67
 D/B Repair Major (Structural)
 Building Safety Technology Fee
 Admin. Fee – Permit Processing
Fee
 Document Retention Fee
 BSS Fee
 Strong Motion Fee Category I –

0.130% of the Value
 Planning – Revisions will require
additional fees $393-$1,192
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TOTAL PROJECT FEES
DEPARTMENT FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED BUDGET
TOTALS

PLANNING
ENTITLEMENT PHASE $ 5,978.00 $ 8,091.00

PLAN CHECK REVIEW
PHASE $ 2,856.00 $ 2,884.00
BUILDING PERMIT $ 523.15 $ 596.67
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 9,357.15 $ 11,571.67
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CDP)
Coastal Development Permits are regulatory mechanisms by which proposed developments in the coastal zone are brought into compliance with Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act.
• PROJECT TYPE: CDP Level 4
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Proposed major remodel of an existing singlefamily residence to include exterior walls demolition and waterproofing in excess of 50 percent, including remodel of the attached garage, rear on-grade deck extension, and associated development; including a variance for construction on slopes steeper than 2.5 to 1, and a site plan review for height over 18 feet
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CDP REVIEW PROCESS
Planning
Entitlement
Phase
Plan Check
Review
Phase
Permits
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CDP)

PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION DEPT QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Coastal Development
Permit Level 4 PLN 1 $11,579.00 $ 11,579.00 $ 20,248.00 $ 20,248.00 Variance PLN 1 $ 3,578.00 $ 3,578.00 $ 7,515.00 $ 7,515.00 Site Plan Review PLN 1 $ 3,499.00 $ 3,499.00 $ 7,418.00 $ 7,418.00 Biology: Review CDP
(without ESHA) PLN 1 $ 860.00 $ 860.00 $ 1,032.00 $ 1,032.00 Coastal Engineering:

Other ESD 1 $ 1, 876.00 $ 1,876.00 $ 1,875.00 $ 1,875.00 Geology: Other ESD 1 $5,389.00 $ 5,389.00 $ 5, 490.00 $ 5, 490.00 EH: Other ESD 1 $ 2,493.00 $ 2,493.00 $ 2,812.00 $ 2,812.00 Building Safety: Other ESD 2 $ 215.00 $ 430.00 $ 232.00 $ 464.00 Public Works: Review PW 4 $ 254.00 $ 1,016.00 $ 326.00 $ 1,304.00 Document Imaging Fee ESD 1 $ 29.00 $ 29.00 $ 31.00 $ 31.00 PROJECT TOTALS: $ 30,749.00 $ 48,211.00
 CDP: 3 reviews; 2 site
inspections; 3 hearings; Dark
Sky lighting review; demo
review; “green stamp”, “red
stamp”, and final Planning
inspection
 Coastal Engineering: Other–
Standard Project Review
 Geology: Other – Complex
SFR Review
 Biology: Review CDP (without
ESHA) – Fee Includes
2Reviews
 EH: Other – OWTS Review for
Residential Complex System,
Planning Phase – Fee Includes
1 Review
 Building Safety: Other (May
be required based on
complexity of project) – 2
hours
 Public Works: Review –
Engineering Hourly Rate
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CDP)

PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Drainage 2 $ 430.00 $ 860.00 $ 465.00 $ 930.00
Demolition (Up to 3,000 Sq.Ft) 4 $ 323.00 $ 1,292.00 $ 349.00 $ 1, 396.00 Caisson & Grade Beams 11 $ 430.00 $ 4,730.00 $ 465.00 $ 5,115.00 Major Structural Remodel 2,050 $ 1.37 $ 2808.50 $ 1.36 $ 2788.00 All New Residential Const. (per Sq.Ft.) 73 $ 2.28 $ 166.44 $ 2.26 $ 164.98  Drainage
 Demolition (Up to 3,000 Sq.Ft)
 Caisson (Based on Diameter)
 Grade Beams (per 250 L.F.) –
Plan Check Stage
 All New Residential Const. (per
Sq.Ft.)
 Major Structural Remodel
(Square Footage): Based on
60% of new residential
construction fee at $2.28
 Electrical – Based on Dark Sky
review and Residence plan
review
Coastal: BPC 1 $ 870.00 $ 870.00 $ 870.00 $870.00
EH: Other 1 $ 1780.00 $ 1780.00 $2,009.00 $2,009.00
Geology: Other 1 $ 1,179.00 $1,179.00 $1,205.00 $1,205.00 Public Works: Review & WQMP 12 $ 254.00 $ 3,048.00 $ 326.00 $ 3,912.00 Plan Check Hourly Rate -
Electrical 2 $ 215.00 $ 430.00 $ 232.00 $ 464.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 62.00 $62.00
PLAN CHECK REVIEW TOTALS: $ 17,217.94 $ 18,915.98
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CDP)

BUILDING PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Major Structural Remodel 2,050 $ 1.37 $ 2808.50 $ 1.36 $ 2,788.00 All New Residential Const. (per
Sq.Ft.) 73 $ 2.28 $ 166.44 $ 2.29 $ 167.17
Drainage 1 $ 215.00 $ 215.00 $ 250.00 $ 250.00
Caisson 9 $ 91.50 $ 823.00 $ 125.00 $ 1,125.00
Grade Beams (per 250 L.F.) 2 $ 430.00 $ 860.00 $ 500.00 $ 1000.00 Building Safety Technology Fee 1 7% $ 341.10 5.12% $272.91 Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $8.00 $ 8.00
BSS Fee 1 $ 11.00 $ 11.00 $ 11.00 $ 11.00
Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA) 1 $ 35.75 $ 35.75 $ 45.75 $ 45.75 BUILDING PERMIT TOTALS: $ 5,322.79 $ 5,729.83
 Demolition ( up to 3,000 s.f.)
 Drainage
 Caisson
 Grade Beams (per 250 L.F.)
 BSS Fee
 Strong Motion Fee Category I
(Remitted to the State of CA)
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COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CDP)

ELECTRICAL PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
400-1000 AMPS 1 $ 161.00 $ 161.00 $ 187.00 $ 187.00
Building Safety Technology Fee 1 7% $ 11.30 5.12% $ 9.57 Administrative Fee 1 $ 54.00 $ 54.00 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
ELECTRICAL PERMIT TOTALS: $ 234.30 $ 266.57
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TOTAL PROJECT FEES
DEPARTMENT FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED BUDGET
TOTALS

PLANNING
ENTITLEMENT PHASE $ 30,749.00 $ 48,211.00

PLAN CHECK REVIEW
PHASE $ 17,217.94 $ 18,915.98
PERMITS $ 5,557.09 $ 5,996.40
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 53,524.03 $ 73,123.38
25 PLANNING INSPECTIONS QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Planning Final Inspection 1 $300.00 $300.00 $0 $0
Biology Final Inspection 1 $430.00 $430.00 $516.00 $516.00 PLANNING FINAL TOTALS: $ 730.00 $ 516.00
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OUTDOOR LIGHTING REVIEW (OLR) / DARK SKY

ORDINANCE
• PROJECT TYPE: Outdoor Lighting Residential
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Outdoor lighting update; Residential Lighting Remodel: Main SFR with Attached Garage and Guest House. All new exterior lighting and re-wiring of all structures.
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DARK SKY / OUTDOOR LIGHTING REVIEW
Planning
Entitlement
Phase
Plan Check
Review
Phase
Permits
Residential
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OUTDOOR LIGHTING REVIEW (OLR) /
DARK SKY ORDINANCE – RESIDENTIAL

REMODEL
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Planning – Residential Minor
Review 1 $ 200.00 $ 200.00 $ 1,015.00 $ 1,015.00
Credit Card Fee: 1 $ 5.80 $ 5.80 $ 29.44 $ 29.44
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 205.80 $ 1,044.44

PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE
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DARK SKY – RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING

REMODEL

PLAN CHECK REVIEW STAGE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24 FEE FY2023-24 TOTAL PROPOSED FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Building Safety Review –
Plan Check 1 Previous 1- hour charge: $ 215.00
Previous 1- hour
charge: $ 215.00 $ 232.00 $ 232.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 58.00 $ 58.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 7.79 $ 7.79 $ 8.41 $ 8.41
PLAN CHECK REVIEW TOTALS: $ 276.54 $ 298.41
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DARK SKY – RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING REMODEL

ELECTRICAL PERMIT
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24 FEE FY2023-24 TOTAL PROPOSE D FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Dark Skies Ordinance –
Electrical Permit 1 Previous 1- hour charge: $ 215.00
Previous 1- hour
charge: $ 215.00 $ 232.00 $ 232.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Building Safety
Technology Fee 1 $ 18.81 $ 18.81 $ 15.05 $ 15.05
Document Retention
Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 8.57 $ 8.57 $ 9.19 $ 9.19
ELECTRICAL PERMIT TOTALS: $ 304.13 $ 326.24
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DARK SKY – RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING

REMODEL

TOTAL PROJECT FEES
DEPARTMENT FY 2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED BUDGET
TOTALS
PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE $205.80 $ 1,044.44
PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE $ 276.54 $ 298.41
ELECTRICAL PERMIT $ 304.13 $ 342.45
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 786.47 $ 1,685.30
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OUTDOOR LIGHTING REVIEW (OLR) /

DARK SKY ORDINANCE
• PROJECT TYPE: Commercial – Tenant Improvement
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Commercial Minor (Tenant Spaces) – Gas Station
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DARK SKY / OUTDOOR LIGHTING REVIEW
Planning
Entitlement
Phase
Plan Check
Review
Phase
Permits
Commercial T.I.
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DARK SKY – NEW COMMERCIAL T.I.

PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24 FEE FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED

FEE PROPOSED TOTAL
Planning – Commercial Minor
(Tenant Spaces) 1 $ 597.00 $ 597.00 $ 1,015.00 $ 1,015.00 Credit Card Fee: 1 $ 17.31 $ 17.31 $ 29.44 $ 29.44
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 614.31 $ 1,044.44
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DARK SKY – NEW COMMERCIAL T.I.

PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24 FEE FY2023-24 TOTAL PROPOSED

FEE PROPOSED TOTAL
Building Safety Review – Plan
Check 1 Previous 2 - hour charge: $ 430.00
Previous 2 - hour
charge: $ 430.00 $ 1,394.00 $ 1,394.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 58.00 $ 58.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 14.03 $ 14.03 $ 42.11 $ 42.11
PLAN CHECK REVIEW TOTALS: $ 497.78 $ 1,494.11
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DARK SKY – NEW COMMERCIAL T.I.

PERMIT PHASE
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24 FEE FY2023-24 TOTAL PROPOSED FEE PROPOSED TOTAL Building Safety – Electrical
Permit 1 Previous 1- hour charge: $ 215.00
Previous 1- hour
charge: $ 215.00 $ 1,499.00 $ 1,499.00
Administrative Fee 1 $ 53.75 $ 53.75 $ 62.00 $ 62.00
Building Safety Technology Fee 1 7% $ 15.05 5.12% $ 76.75 Document Retention Fee 1 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Credit Card Fee 1 $ 8.46 $ 8.46 $ 47.73 $ 47.73
PERMIT TOTALS: $ 300.26 $ 1,693.48
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DARK SKY – COMMERCIAL T.I.

TOTAL PROJECT FEES
DEPARTMENT FY 2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED

BUDGET TOTALS
PLANNING ENTITLEMENT PHASE $ 614.31 $ 1,044.44
PLAN CHECK REVIEW PHASE $ 497.78 $ 1,494.11
ELECTRICAL PERMIT $ 300.26 $ 1,693.48
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 1,412.35 $ 4,232.03
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OPERATING PERMITS

NEW OWTS
• PROJECT TYPE: Operating Permit
• PROJECT DESCRIPTION: New onsite wastewater treatment system inspection and Operating Permit
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OPERATING PERMITS REVIEW PROCESS
Final
Inspection
Operating
Permit
New OWTS
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OPERATING PERMITS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY FY2023-24
FEE
FY2023-24
TOTAL

PROPOSED
FEE

PROPOSED
TOTAL
Inspection
Residential – Alternative
– Inspection 1 $ 753.00 $ 753.00 $ 874.00 $ 874.00
Operating Permit
Operating Permit -
Residential 1 $ 560.00 $ 560.00 $ 560.00 $ 560.00
PROJECT TOTALS: $ 1,313.00 $ 1,434.00
 Alternative OWTS
inspection
 Operating Permit
Renew:
 Residential – conventional:
5 year
 Residential – alternative:
3 year
 Commercial/ Multifamily:
2 year
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PLANNING FEE ANALYSIS
41 • Matrix Consulting studied 30 Planning fees
• Volume of review type
• Current fee vs. actual cost
• Comparison to other Cities
• Identified deficit in planning fee recovery at $1,056,218 • To assist the Council in determining “next steps”, Planning staff undertook further inquiry into the data for:
• Highest Volume
• Highest Annual Loss
• Processing Challenges
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Matrix Consulting
Group
Planning Fee Overview
(pg 38)
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“Top Six”
Highest Volume
85 188
75 82
318
82 “Top Six”
Highest Losses
#1
#2
#6
#5
#4
#3
($786,788)
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PLANNING FEE ANALYSIS
44 • Staff identified three permit types which were both a) high volume and b) high revenue loss as follows:
• Over the Counter Permits
• 318 annual permits, $61,883 in annual losses
• 2 fee levels, ranging from $200 to $397
• Administrative Plan Reviews
• 85 annual permits, $126,264 in annual losses
• 6 fee levels, ranging from $396 to $7,156
• Coastal Development Permits
• 75 annual permits, $357,089 in annual losses
• 9 Fee levels, ranging from $994 to $23,266
• 52% of the Matrix identified revenue loss ($545,236) originates from staff processing of these 3 permit types 54 of 100
FEE AND TIME “LOSS” FACTORS
45 • Administrative Plan Reviews
• 47 applications received in 2023
• Only 8 in the last two years did not require inter-departmental reviews • Decisions require more analysis; more public input
• Average processing time – 1 year
• 10 years ago – 90 days
• 15 years ago – 30 days
• A 10/2/24) Coastal Commission Letter questions use of the permit type for some applications
• Over the Counter Permits
• 404 applications received in 2023
• 60% of applications were circulated for inter-departmental reviews • Only 35% of those applications were approved within a 30-day period 55 of 100
FEE AND TIME “LOSS” FACTORS
46 • Coastal Development Permits
• Staff efforts exceed the 2014 fee estimate of 3 submittal reviews vs. 5 to 8 now • Extensive interdepartmental review process due to processing complexity:
• Biology, Public Works, Public Works Traffic, Public Works Land Division, ESD Environmental Health, Geology, Coastal Engineering, Building Safety, LA County Fire, and Water Works • Elongated Public Hearing Process
• (2020 updated fee to include estimated on 2 public hearings; 30% of approved CDPs from 2002 to August 2024 required 3 to 9 hearings
• Example: CDP 20-028, demolition and construction of new SFR, Zumirez Drive • Application received December 20, 2020
• 1st Public Hearing August 1, 2022 (PC)
• Eight Additional Public Hearings: 2/21/23 (PC), 3/6/23 (PC), 9/11/23 (CC), 9/25/23 (CC), 10/9/23 (CC), 10/23/23 (CC), 12/18/23 (PC), Denial 2/5/24 • Staff processing time - 20 months; time to decision - 17 months • Excessive post-entitlement project revisions during Plan Check 56 of 100

PLANNING FEE ANALYSIS
47 • Planning Staff’s observation is that further study on permit processing flow for the “Top Six” is merited
• It is possible that streamlining permit processing efforts by Staff and through approval bodies could curtail a portion of current losses. • Council may also proceed with planning fee increases in total or in part to address current revenue deficits
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THANK YOU
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User Fee Description Fund Account Date
Rebuild Development Permit (RDP)
MMC Section 17.62.080 14-Apr-25
Description of Service, Demand, Subsidy and Other Comments:

Personnel Costs
Rates*
Position
Straight
Time Labor Benefits
Total Burdened
Labor Cost / Hr
Planning Director $ 150.00 28.53 178.53 $ 0.50 $ 89.26
Principal Planner $ 111.00 28.53 139.53 $ 2.00 $279.05
Development and Operations Manager 111.00 $ 28.53 139.53 $ 1.50 $209.29 Associate Planner $ 94.00 28.53 122.53 $ 5.00 $612.63
Assistant Planner n/a
Planning Tech n/a
Administrative Assistant $ 69.00 28.53 97.53 $ 1.00 $97.53 Total Burdened Personnel Costs per Unit of Service $1,287.76 Other Departments
City Attorney n/a $0.00
Financial Analyst n/a $0.00
$0.00
Total Burdened Consultant Costs per Unit of Service $0.00 Full Staff Cost
Description Quantity Required Unit Cost
Rebuild Development Permit 1 $1,287.76
Total Staff Costs per Unit of Service $1,287.76
Additional Costs
TOTAL FEE Total Service Direct Costs $1,287.76
Recommended Fee $1,287.76
Community Development Department
Under MMC Section 17.62.080, a new administrative permit was added under Ordinance 524 on March 12, 2025 to help facilitate the fire rebuild process given the impact of the Executive Orders suspending the Coastal Act and the California Environmental Quality Act. Since Coastal Act provisions, including the City’s LCP, are suspended for many projects in the Palisades Fire affected area, the City needed a way to ensure new development within the 110 percent footprint meets required design standards. MMC Section 17.62.080 introduces the Rebuild Development Permit (RDP) which will allow new structures to be built within 110 percent of the primary development pad. The provisions apply to projects for which the Governor’s Executive Orders have suspended the Coastal Act. They include applications seeking mechanized equipment on the beach, OWTS replacement, new seawalls needed to protect OWTS, new structures needed to meet state and local law, and minor improvements to driveways including retaining walls developed on slopes steeper than 3:1 but not allowed on 1:1 slopes.

Hours by
Position per
Unit
Total Labor Cost
per Unit of Service
User Fee Determination
Cost Analysis Worksheet
Attachment 3
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Agenda Item # 3.C.

Administration and Finance
Subcommittee Agenda Report
To: Mayor Pro Tem Silverstein and Councilmember Stewart Prepared by: Renée Neermann, Financial Controller
Reviewed by: Joseph D. Toney, Acting City Manager
Date prepared: April 29, 2025 Meeting date: May 07, 2025 Subject: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Second Quarter Financial Report and Mid-Year Budget Amendments
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1) Review FY 2024-25 Second Quarter Financial Report; 2) Provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding FY 2024-25 mid-year budget amendments; and 3) Provide a recommendation to the City Council on adopting revised Authorized Positions Proposed for FY 2024-25.

FISCAL IMPACT: The Proposed FY 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Amendments total an increase of $0.4 million in General Fund Revenue and an increase of $1.56 million in General Fund expenditures, and $10.8 million in emergency and disaster management expenditures. The proposed amendments total an increase of $0.59 million in revenue over all funds and an increase of $13.7 million in overall expenditures. As of December 30, 2024, the projected budget General Fund Undesignated Reserve at June 30, 2025, is $64.5 million (unaudited).

The City’s Projected General Fund Undesignated Reserve will be approximately 118.6% of the $54.4 million FY 2024-25 Projected operating budget (not including General Fund CIP) and will exceed the 50% targeted reserve amount per Council Policy #3.

STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item is part of the day-to-day operations identified in the Adopted FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority Project List.

Administration &
Finance Subcommittee
05-07-25
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DISCUSSION: The attached report provides revenue, expenditure and fund balance totals for the Second Quarter of FY 2024-25 and the proposed mid-year budget amendments (Attachment 1).

Revenues
The Revenues by Fund Report (pages A-1 through A-5) reflects General Fund revenues received of $23.4 million or 37.2% of the amended budgeted amount for the fiscal year.

Total revenue for all funds received through the second quarter is $28.26 million or 32.5% of the Amended Budget amount for the fiscal year. Many revenue sources are received on a quarterly or annual basis and, as such, will be reflected when the year-end report is presented. For example, property taxes are remitted by the County after they are paid by property owners in December and April; Property Tax - In Lieu payments typically come at the end of the year; and Transient Occupancy Tax - Private Rentals is remitted quarterly.

Therefore, this report only reflects payments made in October for the period of July through September. The second quarter payments will be received by the end of January and are not included in this report. Sales Tax is remitted quarterly to the State and then passed along to the City, so there is some lag in those receipts as well. Additionally, total City revenue includes grant reimbursements for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) expenditures that are typically received at the end of the fiscal year.

Expenditures
The Expenditure by Fund Report (pages A-6 through A-11) reflects budget carryovers from FY 2023-24, as well as the appropriations approved by the City Council for the current fiscal year in the Amended Budget column. Budget Adjustments, Carryovers, Corrections and Council Appropriations total $1,322,398 through December 31, 2024. General Fund expenditures for the second quarter total $24.32 million or 30.9% of the Amended Budget amount. Expenditures for all funds total $34.4 million or 34.3% of the Amended Budget amount.

Fund Balances
Projected Fund Balances for the fiscal year end are reflected on page A-12. The projected Undesignated Fund Balance at June 30, 2025, includes all expenses appropriated by the Council as of December 31, 2024. The City ended FY 2023-24 with $75.5 million in the Undesignated General Fund Reserve, with $11.9 million committed for Capital, leaving a July 1, 2025, starting fund balance of $63.7 million. As of December 31, 2024, the projected General Fund Undesignated Reserve at June 30, 2025, is $64.5 million. In addition, $6.5 million remains in contingency.
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Mid-Year Budget Amendments
The Mid-Year Budget Amendments are detailed on pages A-13.

General Fund Revenue Amendments
The following amendment to the adopted revenue budget is a recommended total of $403,912.
• $418,726 General Fund – Motor Vehicle In-lieu Fees
• $10,000 General Fund – Insurance Reimbursement (Bluffs Park) • $2,655 General Fund – Sale of Surplus Property
• $90,000 General Fund – Cross Creek Ranch/La Paz Settlement Payment • $65,000 General Fund – Grading/Drainage Plan Review Fees • ($40,000) General Fund – To transfer expense to Measure W funding • ($142,469) General Fund – To transfer expenses to Measure W funding General Fund Expenditure Amendment
The included amendments to the adopted expenditure budget are recommended. The General Fund expenditures total an increase of $1.53 million. Emergency Response increases $10.82 million. Capital Improvement Project increases of $1.22 million. Civic Center Water Treatment Facility operating increases of $25,000. The General Fund Operating Amendments, not including disaster and emergency response, are summarized below.

PW - Street Maintenance – Yard Rental $49,500 Yard rental increase PW - Street Maintenance – Storm Response 985,000 Add'l expenses due to winter storms & stormdrain repairs PW - Street Maintenance – Weed Abatement 50,000 Add’l abatement due to above average rainfall PW - Engineering – Professional Services 125,000 Acquiring Asset Management needs assessment consultant Public Works Subtotal 1,209,500
Non-Departmental – Other Post Employment
Benefits
287,231 Annual OPEB valuation resulted in higher than anticipated contribution
Non-Departmental Subtotal 287,231
Woolsey Fire – Professional Services 15,000 Updates to Development Database for tracking/statistics Community Services Subtotal 15,000
Planning – Operating Supplies 5,000 Increase operating supply budget Planning – Clothing & Emergency Gear 3,000 Uniformed clothing for staff (counter & public engagement) Code Enforcement – Salaries & Benefits 6,000 Add’l overtime due to weekend enforcement efforts Planning & Code Enforcement Subtotal 14,000
Total General Fund Expenditures $ 1,525,731
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Personnel
Additional staff positions are being requested to assist the City with increased workload and rebuild efforts following the recent wildfires. The City Manager’s Office is requesting two positions; the City Clerk Department is requesting one position; and one additional position is required for the Malibu Rebuild Center. The intent is to immediately assist and relieve the additional workload on staff. The estimated annual impact of this change is $501,125 and a small budget of $41,760 is included in the mid-year amendments should recruitment efforts be realized expeditiously. Staffing needs will continue to be assessed and, if necessary, will be included in the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget.

The addition of these positions requires the Council to adopt an updated Authorized Positions Resolution for FY 2024-25.

Anticipated Future Revenue Impacts
After the Second Quarter of FY 2024-25, the Palisades Fire caused substantial and prolonged economic disruption to the City of Malibu, which may result in economic losses.

These losses encompass both direct impacts to City revenues and broader indirect effects on the local economy, primarily driven by the displacement of residents and the destruction of permitted short-term rental (STR) units. The City is projected to experience direct fiscal revenue losses, including:
• Sales Tax and Use Tax Loss: $671,000 for FY 2024–25, reflecting a sharp decline in local purchases by residents and visitors
• Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Loss: $1,264,800 annually from the loss of STR lodging capacity
Initial estimates for a full fiscal year include a $1.12 million loss in property tax revenue in FY 2025-26, this impact could be fully backfilled under Assembly Bill 100 for FYs 2024– 25 and 2025–26. Forecasted out year revenue projections will be included in the FY 2025- 26 Proposed Budget.

Broader Economic Impacts
In addition to direct revenue impacts, the City faces significant broader economic losses tied to reduced household and visitor spending:
• Household Spending Loss: $25.32 million annually, including both direct spending reductions and indirect business effects due to displaced residents. 64 of 100

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• Visitor Spending Loss: $11.8 million annually, accounting for both direct visitor expenditures and secondary impacts on local businesses. • Full-year impacts are projected to continue through FY 2025–26 and FY 2026–27, with no significant recovery in displaced household spending or STR visitor lodging capacity anticipated during this period.

While some overlap between household and visitor spending losses and sales tax impacts is possible, these estimates conservatively reflect gross losses without deducting overlap amounts.

This analysis highlights the scale of the economic challenge facing Malibu and underscores the need for coordinated recovery strategies, including infrastructure rebuilding, expedited permitting for displaced residents, and reinvestment in Malibu’s tourism sector to restore long-term economic stability.

Potential Unfunded Expenditures
Economic uncertainty for the rest of 2025 remains high, with concerns over inflation, interest rates, and global supply chain disruptions continuing to shape financial markets.

The federal government could shift its funding posture on disaster relief programs like FEMA and CDBG, with significant cuts and restructuring efforts underway. These changes could have lasting impacts on disaster preparedness and economic stability across the country. The City has continued with disaster response and recovery efforts and will pursue federal funding and FEMA reimbursement for eligible expenses under traditional rules, but if there are changes at the federal level then some of the anticipated financial recovery may be borne by the General Fund Fund Balance.

The FY 2024-25 Second Quarter Mid-Year Financial Report and Salary Resolution will be presented to the City Council on May 12, 2025.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. FY 2024-25 Q2 Financial Report and Mid-Year Budget Amendments

2. Economic Impact Report – Palisades Fire; HdL, April 2025 65 of 100
Object Description
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Budget
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Percentage
Received
2024-25
Projected
100, 101, 102 & 103 General Fund
3111 Current Year Secured Property Tax $ 16,572,995 $ 16,572,995 $ 6,535,158 39.4% 17,840,084 $ 3112 Current Year Unsecured Property Tax 425,000 425,000 495,350 116.6% 425,000 3113 Homeowner's Exemption 60,000 60,000 9,001 15.0% 60,000 3114 Prior Year Secured Property Tax - - 0.0% - -
3115 Prior Year Unsecured Property Tax - - 0.0% - -
3118 Property Tax In-Lieu 2,479,250 2,479,250 0.0% 2,897,976 - Revenue from Property Taxes 19,537,245 19,537,245 7,039,509 36.0% 21,223,060 3131 Documentary Transfer Tax 1,200,000 1,200,000 454,528 37.9% 1,012,795 3132 Utility User's Tax 3,000,000 3,000,000 1,199,658 40.0% 2,828,609 3133 Transient Occupancy Tax - Hotels and Motels 3,700,000 3,700,000 1,453,731 39.3% 2,721,460 3133-01 Transient Occupancy Tax - Private Rentals 5,800,000 5,800,000 1,439,404 24.8% 3,841,666 3134 Franchise Fees 750,000 750,000 136,108 18.1% 750,000 3137 Sales and Use Tax 8,900,000 8,900,000 3,339,905 37.5% 8,229,162 3138 Parking Occupancy Tax 450,000 450,000 251,396 55.9% 428,616 Revenue From Other Taxes 23,800,000 23,800,000 8,274,730 34.8% 19,812,308 3201 Alarm Permits 30,000 30,000 12,186 40.6% 22,146
3202 Film Permits 450,000 450,000 140,802 31.3% 317,518 3203 Building Permits 1,200,000 1,200,000 686,054 57.2% 1,168,899 3203-01 Code Enforcement - Special Investigations 21,000 21,000 6,430 30.6% 14,045 3204 Wastewater Treatment System Permits 40,000 40,000 37,913 94.8% 53,396 3205 Plumbing Permits 170,000 170,000 111,041 65.3% 191,545 3207 Mechanical Permits 120,000 120,000 72,191 60.2% 122,196 3208 Electrical Permit Fees 280,000 280,000 173,982 62.1% 295,602 3209 Grading/Drainage Permit Fees 90,000 90,000 75,628 84.0% 118,768 3210 Miscellaneous Permits 10,000 10,000 3,949 39.5% 7,309 3418 OWTS Operating Permit Fees 450,000 450,000 268,529 59.7% 496,490 3420 Parking Permits 1,000 1,000 192 19.2% 634
3421 Planning Review Fees 1,200,000 1,200,000 652,781 54.4% 1,157,604 Revenue From Licenses and Permits 4,062,000 4,062,000 2,241,678 55.2% 3,966,152 3250 Parking Citation Fines 2,050,000 2,050,000 987,511 48.2% 1,864,770 Revenue From Fines and Forfeitures 2,050,000 2,050,000 987,511 48.2% 1,864,770 3316 Motor Vehicle In-Lieu Fees 13,000 13,000 0.0% 20,177 - 3318 Street Sweeping Reimbursements 50,000 50,000 0.0% 50,000 - 3313/3341 FEMA/OES Reimbursements 2,357,327 2,938,129 1,080,983 36.8% 2,938,129 3373 Proposition A Recreation - - 0.0% - -
3383 Measure A Recreation - - 0.0% - -
3381 LA County EWMP Reimbursement - - 0.0% - -
Revenue From Other Governments 2,420,327 3,001,129 1,080,983 36.0% 3,008,306 3408 Biology Review Fees 235,000 235,000 118,789 50.5% 219,464 3409 Document Retention Fees 20,000 20,000 14,300 71.5% 23,683 3410 Building Plan Check Fees 1,200,000 1,200,000 473,365 39.4% 934,870 3410-01 Administrative Plan Check Processing Fee 45,000 45,000 44,563 99.0% 70,308 3410-03 Building Plan Check Fees - Dark Sky 650,000 650,000 0.0% - - 3410-04 Building Plan Check Fees - Exterior Elevated Elements 500,000 500,000 0.0% - - 3411 Inspector Plan Check Fees 200,000 200,000 111,303 55.7% 226,213 3412 Geo Soils Engineering Fees 1,000,000 1,000,000 469,893 47.0% 887,717 3413 Other Plan Check Fees 35,000 35,000 25,299 72.3% 45,157 3414 Environmental Health Review Fees 550,000 550,000 240,645 43.8% 443,684 3415 Grading/Drainage Plan Review Fees 5,000 5,000 48,727 974.5% 70,000 3416 Code Enforcement Investigation Fees 80,000 80,000 35,330 44.2% 69,100 3419 Credit Card Fees 145,000 145,000 75,537 52.1% 137,997 3422 OWTS Practitioners Fees 8,000 8,000 2,750 34.4% 6,675 3425 CA Building Standards Surcharge 1,600 1,600 1,444 90.2% 2,807 3426 EIR Review Fees - - 0.0% - -
3427 Technology Enhancement Fee 95,000 95,000 78,650 82.8% 124,265

REVENUES BY FUND
December 31, 2024
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2024-25
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REVENUES BY FUND
December 31, 2024
General Fund (Continued)
3431 Public Works/Engineering Fees 375,000 375,000 197,873 52.8% 380,294 3432 WQMP Fees 35,000 35,000 22,112 63.2% 35,688
3433 Banner Hanging Fees - - - 0.0% -
3434-01 Short-Term Rental Permit Fee 150,000 150,000 73,260 48.8% 126,105 3434-02 Short-Term Rental Violation Fines 2,000 2,000 8,087 404.3% 14,312 3435 Admin Permit Processing Fees 75,000 75,000 69,498 92.7% 111,038 3436 Electric Vehicle Charger Fees 4,000 4,000 2,655 66.4% 5,031 3441 Sale of Publications and Materials 50 50 - 0.0% -
3444 Returned Check Service Fees 200 200 160 80.0% 200
3446 Vehicle Impound Release Fees 75,000 75,000 35,463 47.3% 58,464 3447 Election Fees 1,000 1,000 1,245 124.5% 2,340
3448 Subpoena Fees 3,000 3,000 455 15.2% 1,205
3449 False Alarm Service Charge 2,000 2,000 399 20.0% 899 3450 Residential Decals 500 500 290 58.0% 650
3461 Municipal Facility Use Fees 80,000 80,000 51,557 64.4% 80,000 3464 Youth Sports Program 52,000 52,000 43,185 83.0% 50,000 3464-01 Girls Youth Sports 7,000 7,000 - 0.0% -
3466 Aquatics Program 202,000 202,000 67,743 33.5% 113,336 3467 Day Camp 75,000 75,000 30,062 40.1% 60,000
3468 Senior Adult Program 33,000 33,000 11,250 34.1% 20,150 3469 Skate Park 40,000 40,000 9,570 23.9% 11,687
3470 Recreation/Community Class Registration 85,000 85,000 32,790 38.6% 53,500 3471/3472 Special Events 7,500 7,500 3,775 50.3% 4,088
Revenue From Service Charges 6,073,850 6,073,850 2,402,022 39.5% 4,390,926 3501 Interest Earnings 3,500,000 3,500,000 996,028 28.5% 2,835,987 3505 City Hall Use Fees 20,000 20,000 14,698 73.5% 20,000 Use of Money and Property 3,520,000 3,520,000 1,010,726 28.7% 2,855,987 3342 Insurance Reimbursements - 10,000 - 0.0% -
3600 Proceeds from Grants 300,000 1,014,490 298,526 29.4% 1,014,490 3602 Proposition A Transportation Funds Exchange - - 0.0% - - 3901 Settlements - 90,000 - 0.0% 90,000
3902 Legal Fees - - 0.0% - -
3904 TOT Private Rental Penalties - - 775 0.0% 775
3905 Miscellaneous Reimbursements 15,000 15,000 9,434 62.9% 15,000 3920 Donations - - 0.0% - -
3940 Sale of Surplus Property - - 0.0% 2,655 -
3930/3943 Miscellaneous Revenue 10,000 10,000 3,760 37.6% 8,434 Miscellaneous Revenue 325,000 1,039,490 412,496 39.7% 1,131,354 Total General Fund 61,788,422 63,083,714 23,449,655 37.2% 58,252,863 Special Revenue Funds
201 Gas Tax Fund
3315 Highway User's Fees 293,789 293,789 139,749 47.6% 293,789 3318 Traffic Congestion Relief - - 0.0% - -
3501 Interest Earnings 13,000 13,000 1,620 12.5% 8,120
Total Gas Tax Fund 306,789 306,789 141,369 46.1% 301,909 202 Traffic Safety Fund
3312 Fines & Forfeitures 200,000 200,000 102,254 51.1% 200,000 3501 Interest Earnings 39,000 39,000 7,012 18.0% 26,512 Total Traffic Safety Fund 239,000 239,000 109,266 45.7% 226,512 A2
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Adopted
Amended
Budget
Actual thru
12/31/2024
Percentage
Received
2024-25
Projected

REVENUES BY FUND
December 31, 2024
203 Proposition A Fund
3371 Prop A Funds 295,667 295,667 137,804 46.6% 295,667 3501 Interest Earnings 158,000 158,000 16,523 10.5% 95,523 Total Proposition A Fund 453, 453,667 667 154,327 34.0% 391,190 204 Proposition C Fund
3372 Prop C Funds 245,248 245,248 114,305 46.6% 245,248 3501 Interest Earnings 58,000 58,000 7,475 12.9% 36,475 Total Proposition C Fund 303, 303,248 248 121,780 40.2% 281,723 205 Measure R Fund
3374 Measure R Funds 183,936 183,936 85,712 46.6% 183,936 3501 Interest Earnings 44,000 44,000 5,613 12.8% 27,613 Total Measure R fund 227,936 227,936 91,325 40.1% 211,549 206 Air Quality Management Fund
3377 AQMD Funds 15,000 20,000 - 0.0% 20,000
3501 Interest Earnings 24,000 24,000 3,981 16.6% 15,981 3943 Other Revenue - - - 0.0% -
Total Air Quality Management Fund 39,000 44,000 3,981 9.0% 35,981 207 Solid Waste Management Fund
3311 Solid Waste Management Surcharge 120,000 120,000 7,168 6.0% 120,000 3434 Recycling Fees 18,150 18,150 6,930 38.2% 18,150
3501 Interest Earnings 3,000 3,000 386 12.9% 1,886
3600 Grant Proceeds 80,000 80,000 80,000 100.0% 80,000
Total Solid Waste Management Fund 221,150 221,150 94,484 42.7% 220,036 208 Parkland Development Fund
3135 Parkland Development Fees 20,000 20,000 4,968 24.8% 20,000 3501 Interest Earnings 26,000 26,000 4,311 16.6% 17,311 Total Park Development Fund 46,000 46,000 9,279 20.2% 37,311 209 Quimby Fund
3501 Interest Earnings 1,000 1,000 95 9.5% 595
Total Quimby Fund 1,000 1,000 95 9.5% 595
211 COPS (Brulte) Grant Fund
3600 Proceeds From Grants (Brulte) 175,000 194,663 177,054 91.0% 194,663 Total COPS (Brulte) Fund 175,000 194,663 177,054 91.0% 194,663 212 Measure M Funds
3375 Measure M Funds 208,461 208,461 97,198 46.6% 208,461 3501 Interest Earnings 67,000 67,000 11,378 17.0% 44,878 Total Measure M Fund 275,461 275,461 108,576 39.4% 253,339 213 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Act (RMRA) Fund 3319 SB1 Annual Allocation 257,109 257,109 97,867 38.1% 257,109 3501 Interest Earnings 97,000 97,000 14,531 15.0% 63,031 Total RMRA Fund 354,109 354,109 112,398 31.7% 320,140
214 Art in Public Places Fund
3135 Art in Public Places Fees - - 0.0% - -
3501 Interest Earnings 6,000 6,000 892 14.9% 3,892
Total Art in Public Places Fund 6,000 6,000 892 14.9% 3,892 Special Revenue Funds (Continued)
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2024-25
Adopted
Amended
Budget
Actual thru
12/31/2024
Percentage
Received
2024-25
Projected

REVENUES BY FUND
December 31, 2024
215 Community Development Block Grant Fund
3320/3320-01 Proceeds From Grants 65,276 65,276 0.0% 65,276 - 3600-01 Proceeds From Grants - Disaster Recovery - - 0.0% - - Total Comm. Dev. Block Grant Fund 65,276 65,276 0.0% 65,276 - 218 Measure W - LA County Stormwater Fund
3379 Measure W Annual Allocation 380,000 380,000 0.0% 380,000 - 3501 Interest Earnings 85,000 85,000 19,254 22.7% 61,754 Total Measure W - LA County Stormwater 465,000 465,000 19,254 4.1% 441,754 225 Grants Fund
3376 TDA 33,800 - 0.0% - -
3600 Proceeds From Grants 10,758,587 10,673,587 0.0% 7,480,000 - Total Grants Fund 10,792,387 10,673,587 0.0% 7,480,000 - 290 Big Rock LMD Fund
3116 Big Rock Mesa Assessment 370,837 370,837 154,162 41.6% 370,837 3501 Interest Earnings 17,000 17,000 3,782 22.2% 12,282 Total Big Rock LMD Fund 387,837 387,837 157,944 40.7% 383,119 291 Malibu Road LMD Fund
3116 Malibu Road Assessment 67,238 67,238 26,836 39.9% 67,238 3501 Interest Earnings 8,000 8,000 1,185 14.8% 5,185
Total Malibu Road LMD Fund 75,238 75,238 28,021 37.2% 72,423 292 Calle Del Barco LMD Fund
3116 Calle Del Barco Assessment 85,673 85,673 32,898 38.4% 85,673 3501 Interest Earnings 14,000 14,000 2,411 17.2% 9,411
Total Calle Del Barco LMD Fund 99,673 99,673 35,309 35.4% 95,084 715 Civic Center Water Treatment Facility AD
3501 Interest Earnings 563,000 563,000 140,309 24.9% 465,202 3915 Civic Center Water Treatment Facility AD 2,587,519 2,587,519 831,201 32.1% 2,587,519 Total Civic Ctr Water Treatment Facility AD 3,150,519 3,150,519 971,510 30.8% 3,052,721 517 Civic Center Water Treatment Facility - Phase Two
3501 Interest Earnings 341,000 341,000 51,311 15.0% 221,811 3950 CCWTF - Phase Two Construction - Bond Proceeds - - 0.0% - - 2080 CCWTF - Phase Two Contributions - - 0.0% - -
Total Civic Ctr Water Treatment Facility AD 341,000 341,000 51,311 15.0% 221,811 712 Carbon Beach Undergrounding CFD Fund
3915 Carbon Beach Undergrounding Assessment 231,507 231,507 95,531 41.3% 231,507 3501 Interest Earnings 28,000 28,000 3,226 11.5% 17,229 Total Carbon Beach Undergrounding CFD 259,507 259,507 98,758 38.1% 248,736 713 Broad Beach Assessment District
3915 Broad Beach Undergrounding Assessment 143,583 143,583 66,669 46.4% 143,583 3501 Interest Earnings 15,000 15,000 3,702 24.7% 12,900 Total Broad Beach Undergrounding AD 158,583 158,583 70,372 44.4% 156,483 Total Special Revenue Funds 18,443,380 18,349,243 2,557,305 13.9% 14,696,247 Special Revenue Funds (Continued)
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Adopted
Amended
Budget
Actual thru
12/31/2024
Percentage
Received
2024-25
Projected

REVENUES BY FUND
December 31, 2024
500 Legacy Park Project Fund
3501 Interest Earnings 143,000 143,000 23,582 16.5% 98,407 3505 Proceeds from Rent 1,623,378 1,568,195 793,320 50.6% 1,568,195 3373 Prop A Recreation - - - 0.0% -
3383 Measure A Recreation - - - 0.0% -
3905 Miscellaneous Reimbursements 150,000 150,000 12,426 8.3% 150,000 3943 Other Miscellaneous Revenue - - 796 n/a 800
Total Legacy Park Project Fund 1, 1,861,195 916,378 830,124 44.6% 1,817,402 Total Legacy Park Project Fund 1, 916,378 1,861,195 830,124 44.6% 1,817,402 515 Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Facility O&M
3501 Interest Earning 24,000 24,000 1,659 6.9% 13,659
3510 Sewer Service Fees 2,300,000 2,300,000 723,009 31.4% 2,300,000 3915 Contributions-Property Owners - - 0.0% - -
Total CCWTF O&M 2,324,000 2,324,000 724,668 31.2% 2,313,659 Total CCWTF O&M Funds 2,324,000 2,324,000 724,668 31.2% 2,313,659 601 Vehicle Fund
3501 Interest Earnings 29,000 29,000 5,332 18.4% 19,832 3951 Vehicle Charges 150,000 150,000 75,000 50.0% 150,000 Total Vehicle Fund 179,000 179,000 80,332 44.9% 169,832 602 Information Technology Fund
3501 Interest Earnings 1,000 1,000 0.0% 1,000 -
3952 Information Technology Charges 1,243,336 1,243,336 614,210 49.4% 1,243,336 Total Information Technology Fund 1,244,336 1,244,336 614,210 49.4% 1,244,336 Total Internal Service Funds 1,423,336 1,423,336 694,542 48.8% 1,414,168 Total Revenue - All Funds $ 85,895,516 $ 87,041,488 $ 28,256,293 32.5% 78,494,339 $ Total 2024-25 Adopted budget: $ 85,895,516
Account Description Amount
100-0000-3600-00 Hazardous Tree Removal Grant Proceeds from Grants Budget Carryover 254,490 7/1/2024 102-0000-3313-00 CalOES Disaster Funding OES Reimbursement Budget Correction 580,802 7/1/2024 206-0000-3377-00 Air Quality Management Fund - Purchase of Electric Gator AQMD Budget Correction 5,000 7/1/2024 225-9059-3600-00 CIP 9059 - PCH Median Improvements Proceeds from Grants Budget Correction (85,000) 7/1/2024 225-9097-3600-00 CIP 9097 - Bluffs Park South Walkway Proceeds from Grants Budget Correction (33,800) 7/1/2024 211-0000-3600-00 COPS (Brulte) Grant Proceeds Proceeds from Grants Budget Adjustment 19,663 10/31/2024 225-0000-3600-00 Office of Traffic Safety Grant Proceeds from Grants Council Appropriation 460,000 10/28/2024 500-0000-3505-06 Super Care Drugs - Lease Amendment No. 3 Rent Council Adjustment (41,167) 11/12/2024 500-0000-3505-01 Malibu Coast Animal Hospital - Lease Admendment No. 1 Rent Council Adjustment (14,016) 11/12/2024 Total Amendments 1,145,972
Total Amendment Budget $ 87,041,488
Internal Service Funds
Reconciliation of adopted to amended budget
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Budget (1)
Actual thru
12/31/2024 % Spent 2024-25 Projected
General Fund
Management and Administration
7001 City Council
Salaries & Benefits $ 96,642 $ 96,642 $ 48,221 49.9% $ 90,246 Operating 1,094,190 1,094,190 788,437 72.1% 1,022,850
Total City Council 1,190,832 1,190,832 836,657 70.3% 1,113,095 7002 Media Operations
Salaries & Benefits 404,470 404,470 186,712 46.2% 343,856 Operating 332,444 657,444 243,189 37.0% 488,721
Total Media 736,914 1,061,914 429,901 40.5% 832,577
7003 City Manager
Salaries & Benefits 803,689 803,689 360,066 44.8% 944,434 Operating 387,792 282,792 95,963 33.9% 195,379
Total City Manager 1,191,481 1,086,481 456,029 42.0% 1,139,813 7005 Legal Counsel
Salaries & Benefits - - n/a - -
Operating 1,113,000 1,113,000 429,341 38.6% 1,227,291
Total Legal Counsel 1,113,000 1,113,000 429,341 38.6% 1,227,291 7054 Finance
Salaries & Benefits 1,003,385 1,003,385 479,098 47.7% 920,451 Operating 1,004,356 1,004,356 373,505 37.2% 699,577
Total Finance 2,007,741 2,007,741 852,603 42.5% 1,620,028 7058 Human Resources
Salaries & Benefits 431,518 431,518 201,215 46.6% 433,444 Operating 453,594 453,594 127,488 28.1% 298,664
Total Human Resources 885,112 885,112 328,703 37.1% 732,107 7059 Non Departmental Services
Salaries & Benefits 74,428 74,428 36,118 48.5% 75,293
OPEB/Retiree Health/Unfunded Liability 1,245,348 1,245,348 1,321,446 106.1% 1,542,586 Operating 2,243,076 2,243,076 1,165,173 51.9% 1,810,273 Total Non Departmental Services 3,562,852 3,562,852 2,522,737 70.8% 3,428,152 103-9050 City Hall
Salaries & Benefits 157,394 157,394 84,932 54.0% 166,291 Operating 1,321,008 1,321,008 506,246 38.3% 948,892
Total City Hall 1,478,402 1,478,402 591,178 40.0% 1,115,183 9088 Vacant Land
Salaries & Benefits - - 0.0% - -
Operating 502,700 502,700 52,910 10.5% 184,390
Total Vacant Land 502,700 502,700 52,910 10.5% 184,390
9050/9074/9088 Debt Service (City Hall / Trancas / Vacant Land) 3,174,326 3,174,326 2,150,913 67.8% 3,174,326 3,174,326 3,174,326 2,150,913 67.8% 3,174,326
Total Management & Administration 15,843,360 16,063,360 8,650,971 53.9% 14,566,962 City Clerk
7007 City Clerk
Salaries & Benefits 520,580 520,580 241,496 46.4% 492,149 Operating 226,693 226,693 77,897 34.4% 177,889
Total City Clerk 747,273 747,273 319,393 42.7% 670,038
Total City Clerk 747,273 747,273 319,393 42.7% 670,038

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Public Safety
7021 Public Safety Services
Salaries & Benefits 824,560 824,560 384,541 46.6% 745,774 Operating 15,764,994 15,899,994 5,239,702 33.0% 13,390,987 Total Public Safety 16,589,554 16,724,554 5,624,243 33.6% 14,136,761 Total Public Safety 16,589,554 16,724,554 5,624,243 33.6% 14,136,761 Community Services
4001 General Recreation
Salaries & Benefits 662,541 668,567 346,198 51.8% 658,637 Operating 194,773 198,173 101,773 51.4% 154,201
Total General Recreation 857,314 866,740 447,971 51.7% 812,838 4002 Aquatics
Salaries & Benefits 308,559 308,559 130,711 42.4% 262,213 Operating 124,870 124,870 51,552 41.3% 93,961
Total Aquatics 433,429 433,429 182,263 42.1% 356,173
4003 Outdoor Recreation
Salaries & Benefits 39,177 39,177 21,172 54.0% 40,345
Operating 17,424 17,424 7,979 45.8% 12,776
Total Outdoor Recreation 56,601 56,601 29,151 51.5% 53,121 4004 Day Camps
Salaries & Benefits 63,664 63,664 34,757 54.6% 57,353
Operating 62,500 62,500 53,808 86.1% 62,500
Total Day Camps 126,164 126,164 88,564 70.2% 119,853
4005 Skate Park
Salaries & Benefits 39,690 39,690 15,283 38.5% 22,927
Operating 103,515 103,515 57,650 55.7% 62,663
Total Skate Park 143,205 143,205 72,933 50.9% 85,590
4006 Sports
Salaries & Benefits 98,601 98,601 44,804 45.4% 86,232
Operating 46,910 46,910 14,976 31.9% 28,324
Total Sports 145,511 145,511 59,781 41.1% 114,556
4007 Community Programs
Salaries & Benefits 93,945 93,945 33,974 36.2% 67,969
Operating 80,785 80,785 26,815 33.2% 52,633
Total Community Programs 174,730 174,730 60,789 34.8% 120,603 4008 Senior Adult Programs
Salaries & Benefits 112,079 112,079 60,473 54.0% 113,639 Operating 115,897 115,897 42,812 36.9% 80,324
Total Senior Adult Programs 227,976 227,976 103,285 45.3% 193,963 4010 Park Maintenance
Salaries & Benefits 315,922 315,922 139,733 44.2% 298,632 Operating 1,532,314 1,532,314 451,531 29.5% 1,532,314
Total Park Maintenance 1,848,236 1,848,236 591,264 32.0% 1,830,946 4011 Special Events
Salaries & Benefits 142,064 142,064 69,072 48.6% 98,795 Operating 184,032 184,032 44,833 24.4% 64,408
Total Special Events 326,096 326,096 113,905 34.9% 163,203 4012 Malibu Arts
Salaries & Benefits 155,364 155,364 79,534 51.2% 146,105 Operating 87,617 87,617 24,934 28.5% 57,015
Total Malibu Arts 242,981 242,981 104,468 43.0% 203,120 Total Community Services 4,582,243 4,591,669 1,854,373 40.4% 4,053,966 A7
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Environmental & Sustainability Development
2004 Building Safety & Sustainability
Salaries & Benefits 1,886,667 1,886,667 855,242 45.3% 1,595,210 Operating 4,422,673 4,422,673 934,550 21.1% 2,532,487
Total Building Safety & Sustainability 6,309,340 6,309,340 1,789,792 28.4% 4,127,697 2010 Wastewater Management
Salaries & Benefits 280,509 280,509 128,791 45.9% 260,117 Operating 330,695 330,695 109,146 33.0% 230,902
Total Wastewater Management 611,204 611,204 237,937 38.9% 491,019 3003 Clean Water Program
Salaries & Benefits 544,730 544,730 224,538 41.2% 405,099 Operating 1,061,143 1,061,143 263,495 24.8% 1,004,340
Total Clean Water Program 1,605,873 1,605,873 488,033 30.4% 1,409,438 3004 Solid Waste Management
Salaries & Benefits 359,879 359,879 135,124 37.5% 359,879 Operating 157,195 157,195 51,616 32.8% 157,195
Total Solid Waste Management 517,074 517,074 186,740 36.1% 517,074 Total Env. & Sustainability Development 9,043,491 9,043,491 2,702,502 29.9% 6,545,228 Planning Deparment
2001 Planning
Salaries & Benefits 3,313,231 3,313,231 1,206,643 36.4% 2,568,819 Operating 2,113,752 2,113,752 901,977 42.7% 1,630,433
Total Planning 5,426,983 5,426,983 2,108,620 38.9% 4,199,252 2012 Code Enforcement
Salaries & Benefits 692,024 692,024 387,822 56.0% 759,412 Operating 181,490 181,490 38,140 21.0% 85,688
Total Code Enforcement 873,514 873,514 425,962 48.8% 845,100 Total Planning Department 6,300,497 6,300,497 2,534,582 40.2% 5,044,351 Public Works/Engineering
3001 Street Maintenance
Salaries & Benefits 492,640 492,640 239,794 48.7% 472,559 Operating 2,334,476 2,378,636 557,912 23.5% 2,021,327
Total Street Maintenance 2,827,116 2,871,276 797,706 27.8% 2,493,886 3005 Fleet Operations
Salaries & Benefits - - 0.0% - -
Operating 185,000 330,000 103,592 31.4% 330,000
Total Fleet Operations 185,000 330,000 103,592 31.4% 330,000 3007 Stormwater Facilities
Salaries & Benefits - - n/a - -
Operating 229,300 229,300 38,023 16.6% 124,186
Total Stormwater Facilities 229,300 229,300 38,023 16.6% 124,186 3008 Public Works
Salaries & Benefits 1,600,319 1,600,319 705,183 44.1% 1,444,701 Operating 666,600 809,596 186,235 23.0% 458,819
Total Public Works 2,266,919 2,409,915 891,418 37.0% 1,903,520 Total Public Works /Engineering 5,508,335 5,840,491 1,830,739 31.3% 4,851,592 A8
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Disaster Response
3002 Woolsey Fire Rebuilds and Storm Response 1,856,000 1,856,000 301,269 16.2% 955,179 9200 Woolsey Fire & Storm Response CIP Projects 4,914,007 4,914,007 306,151 6.2% 4,914,007 Total Woolsey Fire Response 6,770,007 6,770,007 607,420 9.0% 5,869,186 3100 Broad Fire - Salaries & Benefits - - 0.0% 126 500
3100 Broad Fire - Emergency Response/Recovery - - 25,533 0.0% 53,532 Total Broad Fire Response - - 25,659 0.0% 54,032
3101 Franklin Fire - Salaries & Benefits - - 167,234 0.0% 250,000 3101 Franklin Fire - Emergency Response/Recovery - - 0.0% 844 703,399 Total Franklin Fire Response - - 168,079 0.0% 953,399
3102 Palisades Fire - Salaries & Benefits - - 0.0% 1,500,000 - 3102 Palisades Fire - Emergency Response/Recovery - - 0.0% 1,134,077 - Total Palisades Fire Response - - 0.0% 2,634,077 -
General Fund CIP
9000 General Fund CIP 11,860,171 12,294,344 0.0% 2,038,307 - 9000 Case Crummer Reserved for CIP 282,486 331,196 0.0% - 331,196 Total General Fund CIP 12,142,657 12,625,540 0.0% 2,369,503 - Total General Fund 77,527,417 78,706,882 24,317,962 30.9% 61,749,095 Special Revenue Funds
3001 Street Maintenance - - 0.0% - -
3003 Clean Water Program - - 0.0% - -
3004 Solid Waste Management - - 0.0% - -
3005 Fleet Operations - - - 0.0% -
3007 Stormwater Treatment Facilities - - 0.0% - -
3008 Public Works - - 0.0% - -
3009 Transportation Services 196,500 340,500 56,330 16.5% 221,946 4010 Park Maintenance - - 0.0% - -
6002 Big Rock Mesa LMD 372,425 372,425 127,123 34.1% 293,055 6003 Malibu Road LMD 84,400 84,400 13,198 15.6% 41,693
6004 Calle del Barco LMD 84,040 84,040 23,183 27.6% 53,792 9048 Carbon Beach Undergrounding CFD 234,350 234,350 175,723 75.0% 227,545 9052 Broad Beach Undergrounding AD 140,521 140,521 95,386 67.9% 136,182 9049 Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Plant AD 2,321,017 2,321,017 1,945,737 83.8% 2,139,120 7021 Public Safety - Brulte 175,000 194,663 93,961 48.3% 194,663 7070 Community Development Block Grant 9,791 114,791 51,870 45.2% 114,791 CCWTF Phase Two - - 0.0% - -
Total Special Revenue Funds 3,618,044 3,886,707 2,582,511 66.4% 3,422,787 A9
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Capital Project Funds
310 Capital Improvement Fund
9002 Annual Street Overlay 1,300,000 1,300,000 1,171,140 90.1% 1,171,140 9059 PCH Median Improvements 85,000 - - 0.0% -
9065 MCLE Office Trailer 55,485 55,485 - 0.0% 55,485
9066 PCH Signal Synchronization Imp. 8,600,000 8,600,000 3,264,252 38.0% 7,250,000 9075 Civic Center Way Treatment Facility Ph 2 54,877 54,877 871 0.0% 54,877 9078 City Hall Solar Power 3,800,000 4,000,000 15,920 0.4% 75,000 9090 Permanent Skate Park 2,500,000 2,500,000 156,374 6.3% 1,500,000 9097 Malibu Bluffs Park South Walkway 73,235 - - 0.0% - 9098 Trancas Cyn Park Play Resurfacing 14,612 230,000 189,004 82.2% 198,951 9100 PCH/Trancas Right Turn Lane 513,587 513,587 29,844 5.8% 60,000 9101 PCH Crosswalk Improvements 200,000 200,000 - 0.0% 30,000 9102 PCH Median Imp at Paradise Cove/Zuma 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 0.0% 75,000 9103 Kanan Dume Biofilter 580,000 580,000 23,408 4.0% 50,000 9105 City Traffic Signals Backup Power 20,000 20,000 - 0.0% 20,000 9106 Malibu Canyon Road Traffic Study - - 9,501 0.0% 9,501 9108 Harbor Vista Curb Return Modifications 100,000 100,000 - 0.0% - 9109 PCH at Las Flores & Rambla Pacifico 160,000 160,000 - 0.0% 30,000 9110 Encinal Canyon 60" Storm Drain Repairs 900,000 1,000,000 37,500 3.8% 75,000 9111 Citywide Asphalt Concrete Berm Repairs 300,000 300,000 - 0.0% - 9112 Bluffs & Equestrian Park Roof Replacements 400,000 400,000 312 0.1% 136,500 9113 Legacy Bench/Arbor Renovations - - 6,936 0.0% 7,871 9114 PCH Ped Undercrossing at Malibu Seafood 200,000 200,000 0.0% - 35,000 9115 Big Rock Dr & Tuna Canyon Resurfacing 675,000 675,000 0.0% - - 9116 Stuart Ranch Road Walkway 400,000 400,000 0.0% - - 9118 Legacy Park Arbors Renovations 150,000 150,000 0.0% - - 9119 Las Flores Storm Drain Repair 300,000 300,000 0.0% - - 9120 Pt. Dume Storm Drain Improvements - Ph 1 395,000 395,000 0.0% - - 9121 Charmlee Park Nature Center Renovations 500,000 500,000 0.0% - - 9122 Legacy Park Irrigation Improvements 225,000 225,000 0.0% - - 9123 Malibu Bluffs Park Snack Shack 200,000 200,000 0.0% - 25,000 9124 Land Management System 750,000 750,000 0.0% - -
CIP General Fund Expenses (funding offset) (11,860,171) (12,294,344) 0.0% (2,038,307) - CIP Case Crummer Reserve (funding offset) (282,486) (331,196) 0.0% (331,196) - Total Capital Project Funds 12,309,139 12,183,409 4,905,061 40.3% 8,489,822 Legacy Park Project Fund
500 7004 Legacy Park Debt Service 1,091,901 1,091,901 817,763 74.9% 1,091,901 7008 Legacy Park - Salaries & Benefits 143,663 143,663 54,542 38.0% 125,134 7008 Legacy Park - Operations 817,300 817,300 315,828 38.6% 612,610 Total Legacy Park Project Fund 2,052,864 2,052,864 1,188,133 57.9% 1,829,645 Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Facility Fund
515 3010 CCWTF Sewer Svcs - Salaries & Benefits 98,360 98,360 48,620 49.4% 95,420 3010 CCWTF Sewer Svcs - Operations 2,107,095 2,107,095 735,259 34.9% 1,866,306 Total CCWTF Fund 2,205,455 2,205,455 783,879 35.5% 1,961,726 Internal Service Funds
3005 Vehicle 86,000 86,000 30,789 35.8% 86,000
7060 Information Technology
Salaries & Benefits 559,336 559,336 297,844 53.2% 590,056 Operating 684,000 684,000 292,912 42.8% 598,327
Total Information Technology 1,243,336 1,243,336 590,757 47.5% 1,188,383 Total Internal Service Funds 1,329,336 1,329,336 621,546 46.8% 1,274,383 Total All Funds $ 99,042,255 $ 100,364,653 $ 34,399,091 34.3% 78,727,457 $ (1) The amended budget column includes the original budget amount plus encumbrance carryovers and any A10
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Reconciliation of adopted to amended budget
Total 2024-25 Adopted budget: $ 99,042,255
Account Description Project Amount Comment Date
100-3008-5100-00 Public Works/Engineering - Professional Svcs Kimley Horn/MNS Engineers 67,295 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 100-3008-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services City Traffic Signal Backup Pwr 30,000 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 100-3008-5125-00 Public Works/Engineering - Traffic Engineering Green Fleet/SpeedHumps 45,701 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 100-4001-7800-00 Community Services/General Rec - Equipment Pool Office Trailer Expenses 6,026 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 310-9078-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services City Hall Solar Power Project 200,000 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 310-9098-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services Trancas Cnyn Park Playground 215,388 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 310-9110-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services Encinal Cnyn 60" Storm Drain 100,000 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 601-3005-7700-00 Fleet Operations Purchase of Fleet Vehicles 145,000 Budget Carryover 7/1/2024 310-9059-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services PCH Median Improv-Meas R Hwy (85,000) Budget Correction 7/1/2024 310-9097-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services Bluffs Park South Walkway - Gen Fd (62,505) Budget Correction 7/1/2024 310-9097-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services Bluffs Park South Walkway - TDA (10,730) Budget Correction 7/1/2024 211-7021-5115-00 Special Revenue Fund-Law Enforcement Svcs COPS (Brulte) Grant 19,663 Budget Correction 10/31/2024 100-3001-5121-01 PW/Street Maintenance - Street Sweeping Sweeping Corporation of America 44,160 Council Appropriation 9/23/2024 100-7002-5100-00 Media - Professional Services DUI Prevention & Traffic Safty 325,000 Council Appropriation 10/28/2024 100-7021-5115-00 Public Safety - Law Enforcement Services DUI Prevention & Traffic Safty 135,000 Council Appropriation 10/28/2024 203-3009-5145-00 Community Services - Dial-a-Ride Services Dial-a-Ride Program 144,000 Council Appropriation 11/25/2024 310-9090-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services - Skate Park Restricted-Case Crummer Parcel 48,710 Budget Amendment 10/28/2024 310-9090-5100-00 CIP - Professional Services - Skate Park General Fund - Committed - CIPs (48,710) Budget Amendment 10/28/2024 100-4001-5107-00 Community Services - Contract Personnel Malibu Film Society-AV & Security 3,400 Budget Amendment 10/28/2024 100-7003-5100-00 City Manager's Office - Professional Services Williams Scottsman - MCLE Trailer (105,000) Budget Amendment 4/23/2025 215-7070-7800-00 CDBG - Equipment Williams Scottsman - MCLE Trailer 105,000 Budget Amendment 4/23/2025 1,322,398
Total 2024-25 Current Amended Budget: $ 100,364,653
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Budget Projected Projected Transfers In/Out Other 2024-25 Fund Balance Non-Current/ Budget Fund Balance Revenues Expenditures Fiscal Year Activity & Projected Unavailable Fund Balance FUND July 1, 2024 12/31/2024 12/31/2024 2024-25 PY Non-current 12/31/2024 Revenue June 30, 2025 General Fund - Unassigned 63,669,458 $ 55,314,734 $ 54,372,936 $ (105,097) $ - $ 64,506,160 $ - $ 64,506,160 $ General Fund - Committed - Contingencies 6,500,000 - - - - 6,500,000 - 6,500,000 General Fund - Committed - CIPs 11,860,171 - 2,038,307 434,173 - 10,256,037 - 10,256,037 General Fund - Assigned - SCE Settlement Woolsey F 4,711,459 - 886,877 - - 3,824,582 - 3,824,582 Committed - Deferred Maintenance 1,034,784 - 895,500 - - 139,284 - 139,284 Committed - Water Quality Settlement 51,076 - - - - 51,076 - 51,076 Restricted - Case (Crummer) Parcel 331,196 - 331,196 - - - - - Restricted - Housing Element Program 194,140 - 65,000 - - 129,140 - 129,140 Restricted - City Facilities - La Paz 500,000 - - - - 500,000 - 500,000 Unassigned - FEMA Disaster Projects & CIP - 2,938,129 2,938,129 - - - - - Total General Fund 88,852,284 58,252,863 61,527,945 329,076 - 85,906,279 - 85,906,279 201 Gas Tax Fund 3,283 301,909 (225,000) - - 80,192 - 80,192 202 Traffic Safety Fund 258,924 226,512 (200,000) - - 285,436 - 285,436 203 Proposition A Fund 647,789 391,190 221,946 - - 817,033 - 817,033 204 Proposition C Fund 255,222 281,723 (290,000) - - 246,945 - 246,945 205 Measure R Fund 191,690 211,549 (220,000) - - 183,239 - 183,239 206 Air Quality Management Fund 171,384 35,981 - (20,000) - 187,365 - 187,365 207 Solid Waste Management Fund 6,535 220,036 221,150 295,924 - 301,345 - 301,345 208 Parkland Development In-Lieu Fund 181,998 37,311 - - - 219,309 - 219,309 209 Quimby Fund 4,093 595 - - - 4,688 - 4,688
211 COPS Brulte Grant Fund - 194,663 194,663 - - - - -
212 Measure M Fund 431,557 253,339 (390,000) - - 294,896 - 294,896 213 RMRA (SB1) Fund 588,502 320,140 (280,000) - - 628,642 - 628,642 214 Art in Public Places In-Lieu Fund 38,125 3,892 - - - 42,017 - 42,017 215 Community Development Block Grant Fund - 65,276 114,791 (55,485) - (105,000) (105,000) - 218 Measure W LA County Stormwater 822,469 441,754 (110,000) - - 1,154,223 1,154,223 - 225 Grants Fund 7,480,000 - (7,480,000) - - - - -
290 Big Rock LMD 163,087 383,119 293,055 - - 253,151 - 253,151 291 Malibu Road LMD 51,062 72,423 41,693 - - 81,792 - 81,792 292 Calle Del Barco LMD 99,540 95,084 53,792 - - 140,832 - 140,832 712 Carbon Beach Undergrounding CFD 515,014 248,736 227,545 - - 536,206 - 536,206 713 Broad Beach Assessment District 279,620 156,483 136,182 - - 299,921 - 299,921 715 CCWTF AD Phase One 7,842,254 3,052,721 2,139,120 - - 8,755,855 8,755,855 - 517 CCWTF Phase Two 392,376 221,811 54,877 25,540 - 584,850 - 584,850 Total Special Revenue Funds 12,944,524 14,696,247 3,698,814 (8,949,021) - 14,992,936 14,992,936 - Capital Improvements Fund - 8,434,945 - 8,434,945 - - - - Total Capital Improvement Funds - 8,434,945 - 8,434,945 - - - - Legacy Park Project Fund 719,087 1,817,402 1,829,645 17,950,138 - 18,656,982 (18,113,761) 543,221 Total Legacy Fund 719,087 1,817,402 1,829,645 17,950,138 - 18,656,982 (18,113,761) 543,221 Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Facility 378,210 2,313,659 1,961,726 52,546,577 - 53,276,720 (52,957,720) 319,000 Total Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Fac. 378,210 2,313,659 1,961,726 52,546,577 - 53,276,720 (52,957,720) 319,000 Vehicle 329,512 169,832 86,000 185,000 - 598,344 - 598,344 Information Technology 130,423 1,244,336 1,188,383 - - 186,376 - 186,376 Total Internal Service Funds 459,935 1,414,168 1,274,383 185,000 - 784,720 - 784,720 Total All Funds $ 103,354,040 $ 78,494,339 $ 78,727,457 $ 70,496,715 - $ $ 173,617,637 $ (71,071,481) $ 102,546,156

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REVENUE
TOTAL ADOPTED REVENUE BUDGET 87,041,488 $
100-0000-3118-00 Motor Vehicle In-lieu Fees 418,726 $ To recognize increase to revenue budget based on actual to be received 100-0000-3342-00 Insurance Reimbursement 10,000 To recognize revenue for Insurance Reimb - Bluffs Park 100-0000-3940-00 Sale of Surplus Property 2,655 To recognize revenue for the sale of surplus property 100-0000-3901-00 Settlement Reimbursements 90,000 To recognize Cross Creek Ranch/La Paz Settlement Payment 101-0000-3415-00 Grading/Drainage Plan Review Fees 65,000 To recognize higher than anticipated review fees 100-0000-3941-00 Stormwater Treatment Facilities (40,000) To recognize Measure W funding for stormwater program expenditures 101-0000-3941-00 Clean Water Program (142,469) To recognize Measure W funding for stormwater program expenditures Total General Fund Revenue 403,912
218-0000-9100-00 Measure W LA County Stormwater Fund 40,000 To recognize Measure W funding for stormwater program expenditures 218-0000-9100-00 Measure W LA County Stormwater Fund 142,469 To recognize Measure W funding for stormwater program expenditures Total Measure W Fund Revenue 182,469
Total Proposed Revenue Budget 87,627,869 $

EXPENDITURES
TOTAL ADOPTED EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100,364,653
Total Adopted General Fund Expenditures 78,706,882
General Fund
100-3001-5120-00 Street Maintenance 49,500 Burns Pacific Construction - Yard Rental Increase 100-3001-5123-00 Storm Response 900,000 Burns Pacific Construction - Addl expenses due to winter storms 100-3001-5123-01 Storm Drain System Maintenance 85,000 Repair to existing storm drains and damage due to winter storms 100-3001-5127-00 Weed Abatement 50,000 Additional weed abatement needed due to above average rainfall 100-3008-5100-00 Public Works/Engineering - Professional Services 125,000 To acquire an Asset Management Needs Assessment Consultant 100-7059-4217-00 Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) 287,231 Bi-annual valuation resulted in higher than anticipated contribution 101-2001-6160-00 Planning Department - Operating Supplies 5,000 To increase operating supply budget 101-2001-6400-00 Planning Department - Clothing & Emergency Gear 3,000 To purchase uniformed clothing for staff (public counter & engagements) 101-2012-4104-00 Code Enforcement Division - Overtime 6,000 Additional overtime budget due to weekend enforcement efforts 102-3002-5100-00 Woolsey Fire - Professional Services 15,000 Updates to Development Database for tracking/statistics/fee waivers 100-7003-4101-00 Salaries and Benefits 13,421 City Manager's Office - Add Senior Management Analyst Position 100-7003-4101-00 Salaries and Benefits 12,349 City Manager's Office - Add Management Analyst Position 100-7007-4101-00 Salaries and Benefits 9,324 City Clerk's Office - Add Administrative Assistant Proposed Amended General Fund Expenditures 1,560,825
Emergency & Disaster Management
Franklin Fire
102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 350,000 Cotton Shires - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 190,000 Rincon - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 150,000 Clean Harbors - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 100,000 Bureau Veritas - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 100,000 True North - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5100-03 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - ESD 80,000 Solid Waste - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3101-5120-01 Franklin Fire - Debris Removal - Pworks 406,140 Burns Pacific - Emergency response and clean-up in burn areas 102-3101-5100-04 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - Pworks 25,000 Infinity Technology - Updated GIS layers for rebuild process 102-3101-5100-04 Franklin Fire - Professional Services - Pworks 25,000 Kimley Horn - Rebuild Center Professional Services 102-3101-5120-01 Franklin Fire - Debris Removal - Pworks 25,000 Waste Management - Hauling of waste to Simi Valley Landfill 102-3101-5120-01 Franklin Fire - Debris Removal - Pworks 25,000 LKJP Properties (L. Burns) - Debris collection site 102-3101-5123-00 Franklin Fire - Storm Response - Pworks 15,059 Burns Pacific - Emergency response and clean-up in burn areas 102-3101-5120-01 Franklin Fire - Debris Removal - Pworks 11,000 IPC - SCADA repairs due to power outage damages 102-xxxx-5100-00 Franklin Fire - CIP - Professional Services 11,000 Stacey & Witbeck - Malibu Canyon Rd guardrail replacement Franklin Fire Sub-total 1,513,199
Emergency & Disaster Management
Palisades Fire
102-3101-4101-00 Palisades Fire - Salaries and Benefits 6,667 Rebuild Center - Office Assistant/Receptionist 102-3102-5100-00 Palisades Fire - Professional Services 7,600 Rebuild Center Custodial Services (April - June 2025) 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning 204,800 4Leaf - Rebuild Professional Services 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning Michael Baker International - Rebuild Professional Services 159,200 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning California Coastal Works - Rebuild Professional Services 94,000 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning Consultant assistance w/ Fee Waiver Program/Rebuild/Data Analysis 60,000 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning MNS Engineers - Rebuild Professional Services 68,500 102-3102-5100-02 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Planning Interwest Group, Inc - Rebuild Professional Services 43,200 A13
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102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD Cotton Shires - Rebuild Professional Services 1,000,000 102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD Rincon - Rebuild Professional Services 500,000 102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD Bureau Veritas - Rebuild Professional Services 450,000 102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD True North - Rebuild Professional Services 450,000 102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD Solid Waste Solutions - Rebuild Professional Services 80,000 102-3102-5100-03 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - ESD Iris Consulting - Rebuild Professional Services 50,000 102-3102-5100-04 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Pworks Yeh and Associates - Rebuild Professional Services 200,000 102-3102-5100-04 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Pworks Kimley Horn - Rebuild Professional Services 75,000 102-3102-5100-04 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Pworks Infinity Technology - Updated GIS layers for rebuild process 25,000 102-3102-5100-04 Palisades Fire - Professional Services - Pworks MNS Engineers - Land surveying services 25,000 102-3102-5120-01 Palisades Fire - Debris Removal Burns Pacific - Emergency response and clean-up in burn areas 1,000,000 102-3102-5120-01 Palisades Fire - Debris Removal LKJP Properties (L. Burns) - Debris collection site 50,000 102-3102-5120-01 Palisades Fire - Debris Removal Waste Management - Hauling of waste to Simi Valley Landfill 25,000 102-3102-5710-00 Palisades Fire - Facility Lease/Rental Rebuild Center Rent (April - June 2025) 61,017 102-92xx-5100-00 Palisades Fire - CIP - Las Flores Park Repairs Disaster CIP - Repairs to Las Flores Park 2,000,000 102-92xx-5100-00 Palisades Fire - CIP - Big Rock Drainage Infrastructure Disaster CIP - To replace destroyed storm drain system in Big Rock 1,684,100 102-92xx-5100-00 Palisades Fire - CIP - Guardrail Replacement Project Disaster CIP - To replace guardrails throughout the burn area 833,033 102-92xx-5100-00 Palisades Fire - CIP - Rambla Vista Retaining Walls Disaster CIP - To replace retaining walls in the Rambla Vista area 150,000 Palisades Fire Sub-total 9,302,117
Proposed Amended Emergency & Disaster Management Expenditures 10,815,316 Capital Improvement Project Fund
310-9065-5100-00 CIP - Malibu Community Labor Exchange Trailer To recognize available CDBG funding for the MCLE permanent trailer 220,267 310-9101-5100-00 CIP - PCH Crosswalk Improvmnts - Big Rock/20326 PCH Increase contract paid by Measure M Subregional Highway Funding 90,000 310-9106-5100-00 CIP - Malibu Canyon Road Traffic Study Kimley-Horn professional services to finalize project (STPL funded) 9,501 310-9109-5100-00 CIP - PCH at Las Flores & Rambla Pacifico Intersection Increase contract paid by Measure R Highway Operational Imp Funding 495,000 310-9113-5100-00 CIP - Legacy Park Benches Renovations Blackpointe Group Construction professional services to finalize project 7,871 310-9114-5100-00 CIP - PCH Pedestrian Undercrossing at Malibu Seafood Increase contract paid by Measure M Subregional Highway Funding 400,000 Proposed CIP Fund Expenditures 1,222,639
Legacy Park Fund
500-7008-7300-00 Leasehold Improvements To perform roof repairs at the Malibu Coast Animal Hospital Building 90,000 Proposed Legacy Park Fund Expenditures 90,000
CCWTF Operations Fund
515-3010-5640-00 CCWTF Equipment Maintenance Replacement of failed pump at the CCWTF 25,000 Proposed Amended CCWTF Operations Fund Expenditures 25,000 TOTAL PROPOSED AMENDMENTS - ALL FUNDS 13,713,779
TOTAL AMENDED EXPENDITURE BUDGET (all funds) 114,078,432 $ A14
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Suite 200
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City of Malibu
Economic Impact Report – Palisades Fire
April 2025

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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 1 Contents
Executive Summary................................................................................................................................................. 2 Scope of Work Overview...................................................................................................................................... 3 Community Overview: City of Malibu............................................................................................................ 4 Fiscal Revenue Losses to the City of Malibu (Direct Impact).............................................................. 5 Property Tax Revenue Impact....................................................................................................................... 5 Sales Tax Revenue Loss.................................................................................................................................... 7 Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Revenue Loss ..................................................................................... 9 Local Spending Losses from Resident Displacement (Direct + Indirect)...................................10 Overview...............................................................................................................................................................10 Estimated Household Spending Losses ................................................................................................11 Indirect Economic Effects of Residential Displacement................................................................. 12 Tourism Profile and Visitor Spending ....................................................................................................13 Visitor Volume and Seasonal Trends......................................................................................................13 Visitor Spending Patterns ............................................................................................................................14 Short-Term Rental (STR) Visitor Spending Loss.....................................................................................14 Overview............................................................................................................................................................... 14 Estimated Annual Revenue and Visitor Loss.......................................................................................14 Peak Season (June–August) Impact........................................................................................................15 Summary of Estimated Economic Losses..................................................................................................15 Infrastructure Damage and Economic Ripple Effects ..........................................................................17 Broader Implications for Tourism and Recovery...............................................................................17 Strategic Recommendations for City Leadership – Malibu Fire Recovery................................. 18 Sources ......................................................................................................................................................................19 81 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 2 Executive Summary
The Palisades Fire has caused substantial and prolonged economic disruption to the City of Malibu, resulting in total estimated economic losses of approximately $40.9 million.

These losses encompass both direct impacts to City revenues and broader indirect effects on the local economy, primarily driven by the displacement of approximately 1,400 residents and the destruction of 62 permitted short-term rental (STR) units.

Direct City Revenue Losses
The City is projected to experience approximately $3.8 million in direct fiscal revenue losses, including:
• Sales Tax Loss: $986,000 for FY 2024–25, reflecting a sharp decline in local purchases by residents and visitors.
• Prop MC Transactions and Use Tax Loss: $426,000 for FY 2024–25. • Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Loss: $1,264,800 annually from the loss of STR lodging capacity.

Although initial estimates included a $1.12 million loss in property tax revenue, this impact is expected to be fully backfilled under Assembly Bill 100 for fiscal years 2024–25 and 2025–26 and is therefore excluded from the ongoing loss estimates.

Broader Economic Impacts
In addition to direct revenue impacts, the City faces significant broader economic losses tied to reduced household and visitor spending:
• Household Spending Loss: $25.32 million annually, including both direct spending reductions and indirect business effects due to displaced residents. • Visitor Spending Loss: $11.8 million annually, accounting for both direct visitor expenditures and secondary impacts on local businesses. • The second half of FY 2024–25 reflects a partial year impact beginning January 2025.
• Full-year impacts are projected to continue through FY 2025–26 and FY 2026–27, with no significant recovery in displaced household spending or STR visitor lodging capacity anticipated during this period.
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 3 While some overlap between household and visitor spending losses and sales tax impacts is possible, these estimates conservatively reflect gross losses without deducting overlap amounts.

This analysis highlights the scale of the economic challenge facing Malibu and underscores the need for coordinated recovery strategies, including infrastructure rebuilding, expedited permitting for displaced residents, and reinvestment in Malibu’s tourism sector to restore long-term economic stability.

Estimated Losses by Fiscal Year
The economic impacts are expected to unfold as follows:

Fiscal Year Estimated Economic
Loss
FY 2024–25 (Jan–June
2025) $18.9 million
FY 2025–26 $35.85 million
FY 2026–27 $35.85 million
Note: The total estimated economic loss of approximately $40.9 million reflects gross fiscal and economic impacts. Some overlap between reduced household and visitor spending and lost sales tax revenues is possible but has not been deducted from the total. These estimates are intentionally conservative to present the full scope of the fire’s disruption on Malibu’s economy.

Scope of Work Overview
This report presents a comprehensive economic impact assessment of the Palisades Fire on the City of Malibu. The analysis is based on structural damage, displacement of residents, disruption to tourism and local commerce, and loss of tax-generating activities. The scope of work includes:

Property Tax Revenue Loss - An evaluation of assessed improvement value loss across over 650 destroyed or damaged properties, with estimated tax revenue reductions for the City beginning in FY 2025–26.
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 4 Retail Sales and Local Spending Decline - An analysis of the reduction in retail activity resulting from the displacement of approximately 1,400 residents, with both direct and indirect (multiplier-based) impacts quantified.

Short-Term Rental and TOT Revenue Loss - A detailed estimate of visitor spending and transient occupancy tax (TOT) revenue lost due to the destruction of 62 permitted shortterm rentals, along with secondary impacts on tourism-serving businesses.

Visitor Spending and Tourism Impact Modeling - A projection of tourism disruption during peak and shoulder seasons, including reduced demand, infrastructure access constraints, and lagging visitor confidence.

Future Recovery Potential and Rebuilding Outlook - A modeled roadmap for Malibu’s recovery over a 36-month horizon, including tourism recovery benchmarks, community rebuilding timelines, and targeted strategies to accelerate economic stabilization.

This report integrates tables, source citations, and economic modeling to provide city leadership with a fact-based framework for informed decision-making. It also outlines actionable strategic recommendations to support long-term recovery and resilience planning.

Community Overview: City of Malibu
The City of Malibu is a small but economically vibrant coastal community with a population of approximately 12,330 residents. Population projections indicate only modest growth over the next five years, with an estimated increase to 12,343 residents.

The community includes a notable group quarters population of 721, which likely reflects students residing in on-campus housing at Pepperdine University — a major local institution that contributes significantly to the city’s cultural and economic life.

Malibu is home to roughly 4,859 households, with a slight projected increase to 4,866.

The city also maintains a high median household income of $154,866, reflecting the area’s affluence, desirability, and elevated cost of living.

The local economy supports 852 workplace establishments that employ approximately 9,451 individuals. This highlights Malibu's role as both a residential enclave and an employment center, where a mix of small businesses, hospitality services, educational institutions, and tourism-related industries drive local economic activity. 84 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 5 In recent years, Malibu has faced increasing economic pressures tied to the impacts of wildfires, including the Palisades Fire. These events have disrupted housing, displaced residents, and temporarily reduced tourism and business activity — all of which have short- and long-term implications for the city’s economy. As the city works toward recovery and resilience, understanding these economic impacts is essential to shaping future policy and investment.

Demographics
Population 12,330
5-Year Population estimate 12,343
Population Households 11,609
Group Quarters Population 721
Households 4,859
5-Year Households estimate 4,866
WorkPlace Establishments 852
Workplace Employees 9,451
Median Household Income $154,866
Source: INSIGHT Market Analytics
Fiscal Revenue Losses to the City of Malibu (Direct Impact) Property Tax Revenue Impact
The Palisades Fire damaged or destroyed 531 single-family homes, 55 multi-family properties, 34 partially improved vacant parcels, and 9 commercial parcels.

While the Palisades Fire caused significant structural damage and displacement, the fiscal impact on property tax revenues is expected to be mitigated in the short term. According to HdL’s Property Tax team, the passage and signing of Assembly Bill 100 by the Governor includes an appropriation to backfill property tax revenue losses for affected taxing entities in fiscal years 2024–25 and 2025–26. This action ensures that the City of Malibu will not experience a net loss in property tax revenue during this period, despite physical property damage caused by the fire.

It is worth noting, however, that while the legislative intent is clear, some technical adjustments may be necessary to better align the funding mechanism with actual property tax allocation formulas. Nonetheless, the impact to Malibu’s general fund from property tax during these two fiscal years is assumed to be negligible. 85 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 6 Looking ahead to FY 2026–27, the long-term impact is more difficult to project. The resale of fire-damaged lots—often at reduced market values—could offset assessed value declines initially caused by the fire. Additionally, because the property tax roll for FY 2026–27 is set as of January 1, 2026, and the Assessor typically does not apply partial improvement values to single-family residences, any rebuilding activity is unlikely to influence property tax revenues in that year. Most completed structures will be reassessed after their completion, which for many properties will fall beyond the January 1 deadline.

In summary, no significant property tax losses are expected for FY 2024–25 and 2025–26, and while potential impacts may emerge in FY 2026–27, those are highly speculative at this stage and are not included in the quantitative estimate of losses.

If not for the backfill provided by AB 100, the following would have been the City's original estimate of property tax loss. The Palisades Fire damaged or destroyed 531 single-family homes, 55 multi-family properties, 34 partially improved vacant parcels, and 9 commercial parcels. The improvement value of the damaged properties totals approximately $1.59 billion, generating $15.93 million in property tax revenue. Based on the City's share of 7.043796%, the estimated revenue loss — assuming a total loss of improvement value — would have been approximately $1,122,263. This shortfall was projected to begin in FY 2025–26 and could have offset expected growth for that year.

The table below illustrates what the property tax loss would have been without the backfill.

Without AB 100 - Estimated Lost Taxable Improvement Value by Property Type
Property Type
Lost
Improvement
Value
Notes
Single-Family Homes $1.54 billion 531 homes
Multi-Family Properties $27.13 million 55 properties
Vacant Residential $8.07 million 34 parcels
Commercial Parcels $14.91 million 9 parcels
Unsecured Property $1.76 million Fixtures/equipment
Total Estimated Value Loss $1.59 billion
Total City Property Tax Loss $1.12 million 7.043796% City Share 86 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 7 Sales Tax Revenue Loss
Sales tax revenue in Malibu peaks during the summer months. Over the past four years, the third quarter (July–September) has consistently generated the highest returns, averaging $5,100,906—approximately 20.33% more than other quarters. This seasonal surge reflects the city’s reliance on tourism-related spending, as visitors contribute heavily to sales in restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and retail establishments.

However, the recent Palisades Fire (January 2025), preceded by the Franklin Fire (December 2024), has significantly disrupted this trend. These events led to widespread evacuations, the destruction of more than a thousand structures, and the displacement of approximately 1,406 residents. Major tourist attractions were closed, and local foot traffic plummeted. As a result, businesses—particularly in retail, dining, and fuel services—are expected to experience sharp revenue declines during what is typically the city's most economically robust quarter.

Short-term sales tax impacts from these fires have been incorporated into updated growth factors beginning in Q4 2024. HdL utilized geographic (GEO) area reports to exclude revenue from permanently lost businesses, with a notable focus on the RevenueHolding (RH) category. Forecasted declines in point-of-sale activity for grocery stores, service stations, and restaurants are expected to affect both Bradley-Burns local sales tax and Prop MC revenues similarly. However, variances in losses for auto dealers, building and construction suppliers, business and industry (B&I), and general consumer goods (GCG) categories will differ based on taxpayer composition.

In the fiscal year 2024-25, HdL is projecting a substantial decrease in Sales and Use Tax income compared to the previous fiscal year 2023-24. The actual income for FY 2023-24 amounted to $5,562,332, whereas the projected income for FY 2024-25 stands at $4,576,185. This represents a reduction of $986,147, equating to a 17.8% decrease.

Despite this decline, we anticipate a recovery in the subsequent years. The projected income for FY 2025-26 is $5,004,285, reflecting an 9.8% increase from FY 2024-25.

Furthermore, the projected income for FY 2026-27 is $5,490,785 indicating a 9.7% increase from FY 2025-26. However, it is important to note that even with these growth rates, the income for both FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27 will remain below the actual income of FY 2023-24.
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 8 As for the Prop MC Transaction and Use Tax budget estimate the fiscal year 2024-25, HdL is projecting a substantial decrease in income compared to the previous fiscal year 2023-24. The actual income for FY 2023-24 amounted to $4,141,736, whereas the projected income for FY 2024-25 stands at $3,716,161. This represents a reduction of $425,575, equating to a 10.3% decrease.

Despite this decline, we anticipate a recovery in the subsequent years. The projected income for FY 2025-26 is $3,904,861, reflecting a 5.1% increase from FY 2024-25.

Furthermore, the projected income for FY 2026-27 is $4,210,161, indicating a 7.8% increase from FY 2025-26. However, it is important to note that even with these growth rates, the income for both FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27 will remain below the actual income of FY 2023-24.
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 9 Overall, while the long-term recovery trajectory remains uncertain, HdL anticipates sales tax impacts will extend through at least FY 2025–26.

Fiscal Year Sales and Use Tax
Income
Prop MC
Transaction and
Use Tax Income
Sales and Use
Tax Loss
Prop MC
Transaction and
Use Tax Loss
2023-24 $5,562,332 $4,141,736 - -
2024-25 $4,576,185 $3,716,161 $986,147 $425,575
2025-26 $5,004,285 $3,904,861 $558,047 $236,875
2026-27 $5,490,785 $4,210,161 $71,547 $68,575
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Revenue Loss
The City of Malibu imposes a 15% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on hotel stays and short-term rental (STR) accommodations. As a result of the fire, 62 permitted STR properties were destroyed. Based on tourism analytics, an average annual STR revenue of $136,000, the projected TOT revenue loss attributable to these STRs is approximately $1,264,800 per year, $632,400 for the current fiscal year.

Assuming no rebuilding or re-activation of STRs in the near term, the City would experience an estimated $1,264,800 loss in FY 2025–26. Partial recovery is expected to begin in FY 2026–27 as reconstruction progresses. Accounting for a modest 30% return to market by mid-2026, the estimated TOT loss in FY 2026–27 would decrease to approximately $885,360.
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 10 Thus, the combined TOT loss over the current and following two fiscal years is estimated at approximately $2.78 million, factoring anticipated delays in permitting, construction timelines, and the gradual re-entry of properties into the short-term rental market.

This estimate does not include any potential TOT losses from reduced hotel occupancy or cancellations during the recovery period.

Source: TravelStats
Estimated Total Loss From Short-term Rental Units
Fiscal Year Estimated TOT
Loss from STRs Assumptions
FY 2024–25 $632,400 Half-year loss (January–June 2025)
FY 2025–26 $1,264,800 Full-year loss (minimal rebuilding progress) FY 2026–27 $885,360 30% of STRs assumed back online
Total $2,782,560
Local Spending Losses from Resident Displacement (Direct + Indirect)
Overview
The displacement of 1,400 residents has led to reduced local economic activity in both taxable and non-taxable categories. This section captures both the direct reduction in household spending and the indirect impacts on local businesses and services. $0
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 11 Using data from the HdL Companies’ Consumer Demand & Market Supply Report and economic multipliers from state tourism and retail studies, the analysis considers both direct and indirect impacts on local consumer activity.

Estimated Household Spending Losses
This section outlines the estimated loss in local spending resulting from the displacement of approximately 1,400 residents due to the destruction of homes in the Palisades Fire. The analysis uses data from the HdL Companies’ Retail Consumer Demand & Market Supply Report, which identifies
disparities between consumer demand and
available supply across major retail categories
in Malibu, revealing whether residents are
spending locally or leaking their purchases to
nearby cities or online retailers.

In Malibu, the Consumer Demand & Market Supply analysis had already revealed significant leakage in key sectors such as grocery stores, apparel, and general merchandise, indicating that many residents were shopping outside city limits. The loss of full-time residents exacerbates this problem. With over 1,400 displaced individuals no longer making day-to-day purchases—such as groceries, fuel, pharmacy items, dining, and personal services—the city’s small but critical consumer base has shrunk considerably.

US Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditure Survey (CES) estimates that displaced residents would have spent an average of $12,000 annually per person on local goods and services,
In that CES income bracket, the average annual spending per person on items such as groceries, dining, gasoline, entertainment, apparel, and personal care routinely exceeds $10,000–$14,000, depending on location and household size. Adjusting this for Malibu’s cost of living and spending tendencies makes $12,000 a reasonable benchmark for analysis.

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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 12 In total, the displacement of approximately 1,400 residents is projected to result in an estimated $25.32 million in combined direct and indirect household spending loss on an annual basis. For the second half of FY 2024–25, the estimated loss is approximately $12.66 million, with full-year losses of $25.32 million anticipated for both FY 2025–26 and FY 2026–27.

This sustained decline in everyday economic activity represents more than just lost transactions—it threatens the viability of Malibu’s essential local businesses that rely on consistent, year-round community support. Without this resident-driven commerce, small grocers, gas stations, service providers, and independent restaurants face heightened financial vulnerability in an already seasonal, tourism-dependent economy.

The prolonged impact on local spending highlights the critical need for targeted recovery efforts to support Malibu’s small business ecosystem and mitigate long-term economic disruption.

Indirect Economic Effects of Residential Displacement
Using a conservative multiplier of 1.5x, the indirect economic ripple effect of displaced resident spending is estimated at approximately $8.4 million annually. These effects are felt most strongly by local grocery stores, restaurants, service providers, and gas stations that rely on consistent year-round patronage to remain viable in Malibu’s seasonal economy.

Applying this multiplier, which is drawn from Dean Runyan Associates and Visit California modeling standards, the total annual economic impact of displaced resident spending— including both direct household spending losses and indirect business effects—is projected at $25.32 million per year.

Given the timeline for residential rebuilding and return, the projected economic losses are anticipated to continue through at least FY 2026–27. For the second half of the current fiscal year (January–June 2025), the estimated loss is approximately $12.66 million, with full-year impacts expected thereafter.

The estimated economic losses assume no significant growth or recovery in displaced resident spending over the next two fiscal years. Given the complexity of Malibu’s residential rebuilding process—including lengthy permitting timelines, high construction costs, and coastal development regulations—full restoration of the affected housing stock is not expected within the 24- to 30-month recovery horizon. As a result, the economic impact associated with displaced residents is anticipated to remain steady 92 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 13 through FY 2025–26 and FY 2026–27, with no material increase in local household spending until substantial rebuilding is completed and residents are able to return.

Annual Residential Direct and Indirect Spending Potential Impact
Fiscal Year FY24-25
(Half Year) FY25-26 FY2627
Estimated Direct Loss $8,440,000 $16,880,000 $16,880,000 Estimated Indirect Loss $4,220,000 $8,440,000 $8,440,000 Total Estimated
Economic Impact $12,660,000 $25,320,000 $25,320,000
Tourism Profile and Visitor Spending
Malibu, California, is a premier coastal destination known for its natural beauty, upscale accommodations, and vibrant tourism sector. Visitors are drawn to its 21 miles of scenic coastline, world-class surfing beaches, and relaxed luxury lifestyle. Tourism plays a critical role in Malibu’s economy, directly supporting
local businesses, hospitality services, and city
revenues through sales and transient
occupancy taxes.

Visitor Volume and Seasonal Trends
Malibu experiences its peak tourism season
during the summer months, particularly July
and August, coinciding with warm weather
and school vacations. Fall, especially
September and early October, offers favorable weather with fewer crowds, making it an increasingly popular shoulder season for visitors.

Annual Retail and Indirect Residential Spending Potential Impact Estimated displaced residents: 1,406
Average annual local spending per resident: $12,000
Total Annual Direct Spending Loss: $16.88m
Multiplier (direct + indirect impacts): $8.4m
Estimated Annual Total Economic Impact: $25.32m
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 14 Visitor Spending Patterns
According to Airbtics, visitor spending in Malibu varies based on accommodation type and travel style. Airbnb guests spend on average $3,242 per 4.5-night stay (~$754 per night). The most common booking party size is 4.3 people. Broader visitor spending estimates in Los Angeles County are:
• Budget travelers: $110/day
• Mid-range travelers: $300/day
• Luxury travelers: $879/day
Short-Term Rental (STR) Visitor Spending Loss
Overview
Short-term rentals (STRs) are a foundational pillar of Malibu’s hospitality economy. As of 2020, STRs represented approximately 74% of all
overnight accommodations within city limits, significantly exceeding the capacity of Malibu's traditional hotel
sector. These properties offer flexible lodging options that attract both mid-range and luxury travelers, often for
extended stays and group bookings, which magnifies
their local economic impact.

The Palisades Fire destroyed 62 permitted STRs, resulting in an immediate and measurable loss in lodging capacity and associated visitor expenditures. This section
quantifies the direct and indirect visitor economic impacts of these lost units using data from Airbtics, the California Coastal Commission, and tourism spending models from Dean Runyan Associates and Visit California.

Estimated Annual Revenue and Visitor Loss
Based on tourism analytics, the typical Short-Term Rental unit in Malibu:
• Earns $136,000 in annual revenue
• Is booked for approximately 212 nights per year
• Hosts an average group size of 4.3 guests
• Accommodates guests for an average stay of 4.5 nights • Generates $3,242 per stay in guest spending (excluding service/cleaning fees) Applying these figures to the 62 destroyed STRs, we estimate:
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 15 Impact on Short Term Rental Revenue
Metric Value
Total STRs Lost 62
Estimated Annual Revenue Lost $8.43 million
Estimated Stays Lost Annually ~2,601 stays
Estimated Visitors Lost Annually ~11,184 guests
Peak Season (June–August) Impact
Tourism in Malibu is heavily concentrated during the summer months, where the city sees its highest visitor volume. STR occupancy surges during June through August, making this a critical window for local economic activity. Using a seasonal estimate of 25% of annual STR activity occurring in summer, the estimated peak-season impact from the STR losses is as follows:

Peak-season Impact from STR Losses
Metric Value
Stays Lost (Peak Season) ~699 stays
Visitors Lost (Peak Season) ~2,796 guests
Direct Visitor Spending Loss $2.11 million
Indirect & Induced Impact (1.6x Multiplier) $3.37 million Summary of Estimated Economic Losses
The Palisades Fire has resulted in significant economic disruption to the City of Malibu, with total estimated losses exceeding $37.1 million. These losses encompass a combination of direct fiscal impacts to city revenues and broader indirect effects on the local economy.
• Property Tax Loss (Direct): Estimated at $1.12 million, based on damage to over 650 residential and commercial properties.
• Sales Tax Loss (Estimated): The city is projected to lose approximately $986,000 in sales tax revenue due to the drop in resident and visitor purchases. • Prop MC Transactions and Use Tax (Estimated): $426,000 • Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Loss: Reduced short-term rental activity is expected to cause a $1.26 million shortfall in TOT revenue.

Resident Retail Spending Loss (Direct & Indirect): Displacement of approximately 1,400 residents is projected to result in a $25.32 million reduction in retail and service activity, accounting for both direct spending and multiplier effects. 95 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 16 Short-Term Rental (STR) Visitor Spending Loss: The destruction of 62 permitted STRs has led to an estimated $8.43 million in direct visitor spending loss, with an additional $3.37 million in indirect impacts from reduced tourism-related business activity.

Together, these losses represent a substantial setback to Malibu’s tourism-dependent economy. It is important to note that some household and visitor spending losses may overlap with sales tax impacts, as reduced spending naturally results in lower taxable sales. The figures underscore the urgency of targeted recovery strategies, including infrastructure repair, expedited permitting, and tourism reinvestment.

Given that the property tax loss is expected to be fully backfilled under Assembly Bill 100, the remaining economic losses—comprising sales tax, transient occupancy tax, household spending, and visitor spending impacts—are projected to occur at approximately 50% of the annual total for the second half of FY 2024–25, with full-year losses continuing in both FY 2025–26 and FY 2026–27. No significant recovery in displaced household spending or visitor lodging capacity is anticipated during this period.

Note: Property tax losses are expected to be fully backfilled under Assembly Bill 100 for FY 2024–25 and FY 2025–26. As a result, the ongoing projected economic losses focus primarily on sales tax, transient occupancy tax, household spending, and visitor spending impacts.

Category
Estimated Loss
FY24-25
Estimated Loss
FY25-26
Estimated Loss
FY26-27
Property Tax Loss (Direct) AB100 Backfill AB100 Backfill Unknown Retail Sales Tax Loss $986,147 $558,047 $71,547
Prop MC Transactions and Use Tax Loss $425,575 $236,875 $68,575 TOT Loss from STRs (Direct) $632,400 $1,264,800 $885,360 Total City Tax Revenue Losses $2,044,122 $2,059,722 $1,025,482 Household Spending Loss (Direct) $8,400,000 $16,800,000 $16,800,000 Household Spending Loss (Indirect) $4,200,000 $8,400,000 $8,400,000 *Subtotal – Household Spending Impact (1.5x Multiplier) $12,600,000 $25,200,000 $25,200,000 Visitor Spending Loss (Direct) $4,215,000 $8,430,000 $8,430,000 Visitor Spending Loss (Indirect) $1,685,000 $3,370,000 $3,370,000 Total Household and Visitor Spending Impact $16,815,000 $33,630,000 $33,630,000 TOTAL LOSS (Estimated) $18,859,122 $35,689,722 $34,655,482 Summary Economic Losses
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 17 Infrastructure Damage and Economic Ripple Effects
Broader Implications for Tourism and Recovery
The STR losses caused by the Palisades Fire compound other tourism disruptions— including damaged roads, reduced lodging availability, utility outages, and closures of visitor-serving businesses. Even travelers not directly affected by lost STRs may avoid Malibu due to perceived or real limitations in accessibility, safety, and amenities.

These factors amplify the city’s fiscal
vulnerability, especially given Malibu’s
reliance on TOT (Transient Occupancy Tax)
and visitor-driven sales tax. With a 15% TOT
and 0.195% tourism assessment fee, every
missed stay represents not only a lost
economic opportunity for private operators
but also reduced funding for city services,
public safety, and tourism-related
infrastructure.

The Palisades Fire caused widespread damage to Malibu’s critical infrastructure, including water lines, roadways, electrical grids, and communication networks. While some of these systems have been partially restored, utility repairs remain ongoing, and intermittent closures of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) continue to disrupt both resident mobility and visitor access. The PCH is not only the city’s primary traffic artery but also a lifeline for the flow of commerce, tourism, and emergency services.

Governor Newsom’s emergency order has helped expedite permitting and environmental clearances for rebuilding, and FEMA-supported cleanup efforts are already underway. However, full infrastructure restoration is expected to take 12 to 24 months, depending on funding approvals, contractor availability, and the prioritization of state and federal resources.

Although the direct monetary loss from infrastructure damage may be difficult to quantify, its economic consequences are significant and widespread. The disruption of utilities and transportation impacts:
• Local businesses, many of which rely on reliable electricity, broadband, and water access to operate, especially restaurants, salons, and retail. 97 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 18 • Visitor confidence, as tourists may avoid destinations perceived as unstable, hard to reach, or lacking basic amenities.
• Resident spending patterns since commuting difficulty and supply chain issues may prompt locals to shop outside of Malibu or delay discretionary purchases. • Reconstruction timelines, as construction crews face delays and added costs tied to utility outages, damaged access roads, and material delivery challenges.

Furthermore, prolonged infrastructure outages can undermine the effectiveness of other recovery efforts, including the reopening of short-term rentals, hospitality services, and essential city functions.

While these effects may not always result in immediate, line-item fiscal losses, they pose a strategic economic risk that warrants attention in recovery planning. The ability of Malibu to accelerate infrastructure stabilization will be a key determinant of how quickly the local economy rebounds from the fire.

Strategic Recommendations for City Leadership – Malibu Fire Recovery
To support Malibu’s long-term economic recovery and minimize the fiscal impact of the Palisades Fire, city leadership should implement a multifaceted strategy focused on accelerating rebuilding, restoring economic activity, and rebuilding visitor confidence.

The following recommendations are based on best practices from other fire-impacted communities in California and insights from the state’s tourism and emergency management agencies.

Fast-Track Permits for STR Rebuilds and Small Business Repairs • Expedite plan checks and building permits for damaged or destroyed STR properties, prioritizing those that generate TOT revenue. • Implement pre-approved architectural templates and over-the-counter permit processes for small business and residential rebuilds.
• Waive or defer select fees for fire-impacted property owners to reduce financial barriers.
• Establish a dedicated Fire Rebuild Coordinator to assist applicants and streamline approvals.

Coordinate with FEMA, Cal OES, and Insurers to Expedite Infrastructure Funding 98 of 100
April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 19 • Engage with FEMA and Cal OES to prioritize Malibu’s utility, road, and broadband restoration projects.
• Submit comprehensive damage assessments to qualify for full federal reimbursement.
• Monitor insurance payout timelines and coordinate with policyholders. • Designate a city liaison to manage inter-agency coordination.

Develop a Phased Tourism Relaunch Campaign Targeting High-Value Travelers • Launch a marketing initiative timed to match reopening milestones. • Target luxury travelers, wellness tourists, and remote professionals. • Partner with Visit California, chambers, and travel influencers. • Emphasize responsible tourism and support for local recovery.

Provide Small Grants or Bridge Loans to Reopen Visitor-Serving Businesses • Establish a recovery fund using city, federal, or private funding sources. • Offer micro-grants or no-interest loans up to $25,000 for small businesses. • Prioritize businesses with local hires and tourist-facing services. • Collaborate with the SBDC and regional banks to manage funding distribution.

Establish a ‘Visit Malibu Strong’ Brand Identity for Post-Recovery Marketing • Create a unified brand campaign that promotes resilience and safe travel. • Highlight local recovery stories and reopened businesses. • Use social media, city websites, business signage, and billboards. • Coordinate with local businesses and tourism partners to scale messaging.

The City of Malibu is well-positioned to rebuild and rebound—but that recovery will depend on clear leadership, targeted investments, and a strong message to residents and visitors that Malibu remains open, resilient, and ready for renewal.

Sources
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Airbtics – Tourism & STR Analytics for Malibu
Dean Runyan Associates – California Travel Impacts Report Visit California – Tourism Economics & Industry Research Budget Your Trip – Los Angeles Travel Spending Estimates California Coastal Commission – STR Reports
City of Malibu – April 2021 Staff Report
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April 2025 Economic Impact Study for the Palisades Fire for City of Malibu 20 The Surfrider Malibu – TOT Reference (FAQs)
https://www.thesurfridermalibu.com/faq
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