CHUMASH DAY - We are just around the corner from the 25th Annual Chumash Day, Native American Powwow, and Intertribal Gathering Sat, March 28 and Sun, March 29! This family-friendly cultural festival features Native American tribal ceremonies, dances, and special guest performances.
Grab a bite to eat at our food court featuring items from Bison Burger, Drizzle Donut, Salt N' Pepper, The Tropic Truck, and Westside Banh Mi food trucks.
️Shop around the arena where Native American artisan vendors will have merchandise for sale, including jewelry, flutes, moccasins, beading accessories, leatherworks, pottery, dream catchers, and more.
Event hours are 10 AM to 6 PM with Grand Entry at 12 PM on Saturday, March 28.
There is no on-site parking at Malibu Bluffs Park. Complimentary general and ADA parking is available at 23575 and 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, with free shuttle rides available to Malibu Bluffs Park and back.
For more information, visit the webpage.
The City of Malibu is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 General Fund Grant Program, which provides funding to local nonprofit organizations that serve and benefit Malibu residents. Nonprofits based in the City of Malibu are encouraged to submit applications by 5:30 PM on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
This program supports essential community services, strengthens local organizations, and helps nonprofits expand programs that improve quality of life for Malibu residents. Grant funding can help organizations sustain operations, reach more residents, and deliver meaningful services tailored to community needs.
To make the process easier and more accessible, this year’s application is completed through a single, consolidated online form rather than a PDF. Financial reporting requirements have also been streamlined, reducing administrative burden and allowing applicants to focus more on their mission and services.
Applications will be reviewed by the City Council’s Administration and Finance Subcommittee in May, with final awards considered by the City Council during budget adoption in June. Grant funds are expected to be released in July.
Apply online at: https://tinyurl.com/MalibuGeneralFundGrants2026.
For more information on the program, visit: https://malibucity.org/generalfundgrants.
The City of Malibu has completed an independent After-Action Review (AAR) examining how emergency operations were managed during the 2024 Franklin Fire and the 2025 Palisades Fire. The City’s AAR will be presented to Council at the City Council Meeting on March 9, and the Public Safety Commission Meeting on April 1.
The report focuses on the City’s emergency management and Emergency Operations Center processes, including coordination, communication, evacuation, and operations during the emergencies. The AAR is an independent report prepared by Witt O’Brien’s, a nationally recognized emergency management and disaster response firm commissioned as part of the City’s commitment to transparency and accountability, and to continuously apply lessons learned from past disasters to strengthen planning and improve response to future incidents.
Like all After-Action reviews, the report includes recommendations to help improve emergency operations, some of which are already being implemented, and others will be evaluated through future policy discussions and budget considerations.
This AAR is different from the AAR that LA County released about the Eaton and Palisades Fires in September 2025, and focuses only the City of Malibu’s operations.
Community members are encouraged to review the AAR, attend the City Council meeting to learn more, provide public comment, and ask questions. The meeting will also be livestreamed on YouTube for those unable to attend in person.View the complete AAR
Do you know a Malibu local who makes our community shine?
The City of Malibu will be accepting nominations for the 2026 Jake Kuredjian Citizenship Award -- an honor recognizing individuals or groups who go above and beyond to support Malibu’s parks, recreation programs, and community well-being.
From coaching and volunteering to quietly showing up for others, this award celebrates those whose dedication brings people together—especially during times of healing and recovery.
Named in honor of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian, who was killed in the line of duty on August 31,2001. Deputy Kuredjian's courage and service left a lasting legacy and this award recognizes the heart of Malibu: people helping people.
Know someone who deserves the spotlight? Nominate them and help us say thank you.
The City of Malibu is proud to support community mobility through the Dial-A-Ride program, operated by the Malibu Senior Center. This reliable and affordable shared transportation service helps older adults and residents with disabilities maintain independence and access essential destinations throughout the area.
Dial-A-Ride services are available to:
Passengers may schedule up to three one-way trips per day within the Malibu area and one round-trip per day for destinations outside city limits.
Dial-A-Ride operates Monday through Thursday from 8AM to 5PM and Friday from 8AM to 4PM. Service is not available on weekends or on the following City-observed holidays:
To reserve a trip, call RTW Management at 805-242-9572. For questions or concerns about Dial-A-Ride, please contact the Malibu Senior Center at 310-456-2489 ext. 357.
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The Malibu City Council selected and swore in Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Silverstein as the City’s next Mayor, and Councilmember Steve Uhring as Mayor Pro Tem at its February 9, 2026 Council meeting. Video of the Council reorganization is available to watch at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSVkXL3zoVM.
The Council thanked the outgoing Mayor, Councilmember Marianne Riggins, and presented her with a plaque in recognition for her service to Malibu representing the City, the community, and the Council during her term as Mayor. Mayor Silverstein had his oath of office administered by his son, Louis Silverstein. Mayor Pro Tem Steve Uhring was sworn in by City Clerk Kelsey Pettijohn
The City of Malibu is a general law city and operates under the council-manager form of government incorporated in 1991. The five-member City Council is elected at-large to serve four-year terms. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem are elected every 9.5 months by the City Councilmembers. For more information about the Malibu City Council, visit: https://www.malibucity.org/207/City-Council.
Through Governor Newsom’s expansion of the state’s CalAssist mortgage relief program, disaster-affected homeowners now qualify for up to 12 months of mortgage assistance, a four-fold increase from the previous three-month limit, with support available up to $100,000.
As part of the state’s ongoing recovery efforts, the expanded program, announced February 12, provides greater financial relief to eligible homeowners impacted by the 2025 LA fires and other qualifying disasters. Homeowners who previously received three months of assistance may qualify for additional support, bringing total relief to a full year.
The program now covers up to $100,000 in total assistance, up from $20,000, with payments made directly to mortgage servicers. So far, the state has provided $6.5 million to 793 disaster-impacted homeowners, primarily survivors of the Palisades and Eaton fires. Significant funding is still available -- including those who may need continued relief when forbearance ends.
Eligibility has also been expanded. In LA County, households with a combined annual income of up to $281,400 now qualify, a $70,000 increase from the previous limit. Income limits vary by county. Applying is free, and funds are paid directly to mortgage servicers and never have to be repaid.
Homeowners are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For eligibility details and application information, visit the CalAssist Mortgage Fund website HERE or call 800-501-0019.
For more information, visit the official California website by clicking HERE.
Starting Tuesday, Jan. 27, the Small Business Administration (SBA) will have a Disaster Loan Outreach Centers open in Pacific Palisades to provide in-person support for homeowners, renters, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations who have already applied for disaster assistance following recent wildfires and straight-line winds.
SBA representatives will be available to help with next steps in your loan process, addressing outstanding questions, submitting missing information, and exploring options like loan increases for mitigation improvements (e.g., insulating pipes, weather stripping, storm windows).
Location and hours:Pacific Palisades – Ronald Reagan Palisades American Legion Post 283, 15247 La Cruz Dr. CLICK HERE for a map. Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PMOpens at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Jan. 27
Appointments can be scheduled at appointment.sba.gov.
For more information, visit sba.gov/disaster or call (800) 659-2955. For those who are deaf or hard of hearing, dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
These centers are for applicants who have already submitted a disaster loan application; in extraordinary cases, new applications may be accepted.