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Thanksgiving Holiday Fire Conditions Outlook & Preparedness Information

Red Flag Warning for Malibu starting 2PM Thurs, Nov 26 through 6PM Fri, Nov 27 due to Santa Ana winds and very low humidities. Residents should prepare for potential fires, power outages and evacuations. Click through for preparedness tips. Read on...
Thanksgiving Holiday Closures & Holiday COVID-19 Safety Information

Thanksgiving holiday closures and COVID-19 safety Information about travel and what is and is not permitted for celebrations and gatherings over the holiday. Read on...
Malibu City Council adopted the “Hosted Short-Term Rental Ordinance” on November 23, 2020

City Council adopted the “Hosted Short-Term Rental Ordinance” during the City Council meeting of November 23, 2020. The Hosted Short-Term Rental Ordinance is intended to regulate the short-term rental of residential property citywide. Read on...
New Dedicated Web Page for Wireless Communication Facility (WCF) Ordinance Update

The City updating its Wireless Communication Facility (WCF) Ordinance, and is conducting widespread outreach including launching a project web page with information related to the WCF Update, as well as a series of public meetings. Read on...
Join the Virtual Public Workshop on the City's Wireless Communication Facility Ordinance Dec 16

Give your input on the City's Wireless Communication Facility Ordinance update during the virtual public workshop Wed, Dec 16, 6PM. All WCF meeting, background and application info is on the new project web page. Read on...
LA County Public Health Restricts Dining at Restaurants, Breweries, Wineries

LA County Dept of Public Health Will Modify Health Officer Order to Restrict In-Person Dining at Restaurants, Breweries, Wineries and Bars Amid Surge in COVID-19 Cases Effective, Wed, Nov 25, 2020, at 10:00 PM. Read on...
Statewide COVID-19 Limited Stay at Home Order in Effect Sat, Nov 21

California Department of Public Health issues statewide limited Stay at Home Order in effect Saturday, November 21, 10PM to address significant increase in COVID-19 cases & hospitalizations and help slow the spread of the virus. Read on...
Water Dropping Aircraft Exercise in Malibu, with World's Largest Water-Dropping Helicopter

Fire Dept Holds Water-Dropping Aircraft Exercise in Malibu, with World's Largest Water-Dropping Helicopter CH-47 Chinook & SuperScooper Plane as Part of Wildfire Preparedness. Read on...
Update on City Response to Homeless Encampments & Addressing Community Concerns About Fires

Nov. 19, 2020 - Update on City Response to Homeless Encampments in Malibu, Addressing Community Concerns About Fires, Encampment Cleared Out at Tuna Canyon. Read on...
Tighter COVID-19 Restrictions for LA County Starting Fri, Nov 20

With Sharply Rising COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations in LA County, the Dept of Public Health Will Implement Tighter Restrictions and Safeguards Starting Friday, November 20. Read on...
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours for City Parks

Modified hours for City parks and facilities over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend Read on...
City Manager Updates
November 20, 2020

City Manager Reva Feldman's Regular Update - November 20, 2020 Highlights: New Stay-At-Home Restrictions Issued. New Parking Restrictions for Corral and Zuma Beach. Homeless Encampments. Short-Term Rental Regulations. Waterworks District 29 Draft EIR. Read on...
Malibu City Council Hires Ruth Quinto as New City Treasurer

Malibu City Council Hires Ruth Quinto as New City Treasurer. Quinto more than 20 years of experience in municipal finance and treasury management. Read on...
Women Business Owners Virtual Town Hall with Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara hosted by NAWBO

Women Business Owners Virtual Town Hall with Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara Hosted by NAWBO, Wednesday, December 9, 1:30 PM Read on...
Malibu City Attorney Announces Retirement from City Service

Malibu's long-time City Attorney Christi Hogin announced on Friday, Nov. 13 that she would be retiring from her role serving the City effective Dec. 15, 2020. Read on...
CA, Oregon, Washington Issue Travel Advisories Due to High COVID-19 Numbers

NOV. 13, 2020 - With COVID-19 spiking, California, Oregon & Washington issued travel advisories recommending 14-day quarantines for inter-state & international travel, asking residents to stay local. LADPH offered holiday COVID19 safety guidance. Read on...
Community Pool Closed for Construction Sat. Nov. 14 and for Thanksgiving Holiday Nov. 26 & 27

The Community Pool at Malibu High School will be closed Saturday, November 14 for SMMUSD construction work and November 26 and 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Read on...
Winners of the City's Emergency Preparedness Competition Announced on Woolsey Anniversary

Three winners of “Best Prepared” awards in the Emergency Preparedness Competition held to mark the Woolsey Anniversary and Annual Day of Preparedness, were announced during the City Council meeting on the anniversary, November 9. Read on...
Woolsey Fire Two-Year Anniversary Commemoration Video

VIDEO: On Nov 9, 2020, the City marked the two-year anniversary of the devastating Woolsey Fire by commemorating the terrible losses Malibu suffered, and helping residents rebuild and prepare for future disasters. Read on...
Message from the Mayor on Two-Year Anniversary of Woolsey Fire

Mayor Mikke Pierson's Message to Malibu on the Two-Year Anniversary of the Woolsey Fire, November 9, 2020 About Commemorating, Rebuilding and Preparing for Future Disasters. Read on...
Public Comment Period Open Through Dec. 14 on WWD19 Water Systems Improvements Project

LA County Waterworks District No. 29 invites comments on its CEQA Draft Environmental Impact Report for critical water system improvements proposed for Malibu and Topanga over the next six years. Comments are due by Dec. 14, 2020. Read on...
County Registrar Will Contact Mail-In Voters About Non-Matching or Missing Signatures

The LA County Registrar will be contacting anyone who voted by mail in the Nov 3 election whose signature does not match the official record or forgot to sign their envelope. If you are contacted, submit the forms by Nov 28 to ensure your vote is counted. Read on...
2020 City Achievements Presentation

As part of the City Manager’s evaluation on Oct. 12, a presentation was given to the City Council highlighting the City's achievements in 2020: projects, legislation, actions, events, Departments' work, budget and finances and services for the community. Read on...
Playgrounds at City parks open as of October 5, with COVID-19 safety protocols

Playgrounds at Malibu City parks opened as of October 5, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. Please follow all posted City rules and COVID-19 guidelines to help keep all visitors safe. Revised LADPH Health Order posted. Read on...
2020 Wildfire Season - What You Can Do to Be Prepared Right Now

The City has been conducting widespread outreach to help residents be prepared. The Santa Anas, Red Flag conditions, power outages & small fires are a reminder to be prepared for wildfires & evacuations! This checklist will help you get started. Read on...
Sign up for Alerts and Disaster Notifications

City of Malibu's Alert and Disaster Notification systems provide residents and the general public vital information on local emergencies and advisories. Read on...
2020 Wildfire Season & National Preparedness Month - How You Can Be Prepared to Evacuate

2020 Wildfire Season - how you can be prepared to evacuate in case a wildfire threatens our community. Read on...
City of Malibu Prepares for the 2020 Wildfire Season Amidst the Pandemic

As part of the preparations for the 2020 Wildfire Season, the City is launching a communications campaign to help Malibu be prepared for wildfires, monitoring fire conditions, posting emergency and weather alerts and preparedness tips on social media. Read on...
Weed Whackers - Tips to Reduce Fire Dangers

Landscape, gardening, construction and other work involving power tools in high fire hazard zones can cause wildfires. The City’s Public Safety Office offers tool tips to reduce fire dangers. Read on...
City of Malibu's Emergency Survival Guide

City of Malibu offers free printed Emergency Survival Guide book to help residents achieve community-wide emergency preparedness Read on...
New Online and Digital Tools to Make it Easier for Malibu Residents to Access City Hall

The City is implementing new digital and online services in order to make it easier and safer for residents to access City Hall services during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic: online appointment scheduler, Read on...
City Council Extends Woolsey Fire Permit Fee Waivers 6 Months to Help Residents Rebuild

The City Council voted to extend the Woolsey Fire permit fee waivers for six months to help homeowners who lost properties during the 2018 fire. The deadline to apply has been extended to December 30, 2020. Read on...
Malibu Re-Starts Fire Hardening Home Assessments for Residents

To promote community-wide wildfire preparedness, the City has re-started its no-cost Home Ignition Zone Assessment Program to help residents harden their homes against flying embers, a major cause of homes catching fire during wildfires. Read on...