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Members of a Mayor's
Delegation from Anqing China, one of Calabasas' two
sister cities, met with Calabasas City staff on October 2, 2003.
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AHMANSON RANCH |
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  On
October 1, 2003 Governor Gray Davis joined Calabasas, state and
local officials to mark the state's purchase of the 2,960 acre
Ahmanson Ranch property.
The land has been a source of conflicting
visions since its purchase in 1992. Washington Mutual had
planned to develop a housing/golf course project on the property
which most locals and environmentalists hoped to
preserve as open space.
After a ten-year rally against development by many high-profile
celebrities and environmentalists aiming to preserve the land, and
numerous lawsuits also stalling the project, the land will be saved from development
pending a final approval on October 10th. The Calabasas
community and the City Council have been leaders in the fight to
preserve this precious property. Stay tuned for more news and information
on this issue! |
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Chaos in CA: Recall Election |
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 Even
if you don’t closely follow politics, you have most likely heard about
the upcoming California Gubernatorial Recall Election.
Regardless of your opinion on this very controversial matter, please
make your voice heard by heading to the polls on Tuesday, October 7th.
This election is very important to the future of politics in
California. |
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CULTURAL FESTIVAL IN OLD
TOWN |
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 The
3rd Annual Calabasas Cultural Festival in Old Town
Calabasas will be held this Saturday, October 4, 2003 from 9:00am -
4:00pm at the Leonis Adobe Museum located at 23537 Calabasas Road next
to the Sagebrush Cantina. This is a FREE fun-filled family event full
of dance, music, exhibitions, food, art and more. There will be
something for all ages from fine art classes for the kids, to a
Flamenco Jazz Band! Prizes will be awarded for "Best Western Outfit"
so throw on your cowboy boots and get ready for a "Last of the Old
West" day! For more info call the Calabasas Arts Council at (818)
878-4225 ext. and ask for ext. 270 or
click here. |
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Walk to School Day |
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 October 8th
is International Walk to School Day, a fun and educational chance for
your family to step out of the every day routine and to get your daily
exercise while helping the pollution problem that permeates Los
Angeles. This day promises to help kids learn about traffic safety,
the pollution that motor vehicles promote, and even their own bodies.
You are invited to participate in this special day along with the
entire Calabasas community. For more information please contact Jaimi
Garcia in the Traffic and Transportation Division at (818) 878-4225
ext. 289 . |
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PLANNING COMMISSIONERS TERM EXPIRATION |
 The
terms of three members of the City of Calabasas Planning Commission will
expire on October 31st. Any resident interested in being
considered for appointment to the Planning Commission should submit an
application by October 24th. Applicants must be residents of the
City of Calabasas. Applications and information regarding the appointment
may be obtained by calling Mark Jomsky at (818) 878-4225 or by stopping by
Calabasas City Hall, located at 26135 Mureau Road. For more information,
click here. |
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Pumpkin Festival |
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The highly
anticipated 11th Annual Pumpkin Festival, which commemorates
the English version of our city’s Spanish namesake, will take place on
Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th.
The location is the famous Paramount Ranch in our very own Santa Monica
Mountains, which has historically served as the backdrop for many of
Hollywood’s favorite big screen and small screen features. This year’s
theme is “It’s a Family Affair,” emphasizing the family-centered
features of this event. There is sure to be fantastic food,
exciting live entertainment, an interactive children’s area, a teen
scene area,
and plenty of shopping opportunities all in a rustic setting. Perhaps
one of the biggest of the year, this event is not one to be missed.
Admission is $14.00 for adults and includes activities and FREE parking,
and $10.00 for kids. Be there!
Click here
for more information.
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Halloween Carnival at De Anza Park |
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 The
City of Calabasas Community Services Department invites children of
all ages to the annual Halloween Carnival from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
on Friday, October 31, 2003 at Juan Bautista De Anza Park. A
costume contest, 25-cent carnival games and other surprises will be
featured at this hauntingly fun event! Tasty treats and exciting
prizes will be awarded to everyone who plays. So before the big
night, come enjoy some fun at De Anza Park, located at 3701 Lost Hills
Rd. in Calabasas. Call (818) 880-6461 for more information |
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Traffic Calming Workshops Update |
 WOULD YOU LIKE
TO CALM TRAFFIC IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
PARTICIPATE IN THE CITY'S UPCOMING TRAFFIC CALMING WORKSHOP.The City's Traffic &
Transportation Department has been holding a series of public workshops to address
traffic concerns in residential areas throughout the city. The workshops
have focused on each of the twelve regions of
Calabasas, one region per workshop. The last workshop will take place on
October 28th for Region 3 (see map below).
You really can help calm traffic in your neighborhood, you just need
to participate.
For more information call the Calabasas Traffic & Transportation Department at (818)878-4225.
The Workshop will be held at City
Hall in the Council Chambers
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Get in the Halloween Spirit |
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Get
ready to learn about the fascinating tombs of the dead because on
Thursday, October 30th, the Calabasas Public Library will
be hosting a Halloween-inspired program entitled, “The History of
Graveyards.” The event begins only after the sun goes down at 7:00
p.m., and the talk will include information on the history of burial
grounds from ancient times to today. Additionally, Xina Uhl will read
a section from her newly published book Necropolis. For more
information contact the Calabasas Public Library at (818) 225-7616 or
click here. |
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PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST |
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 The
Calabasas Environmental Commission is hosting a photography contest
for amateur photographers to capture the natural beauty of our city.
All entries depicting the natural environment within the City of
Calabasas will be accepted through October 10th.
8”x10” photographs will be accepted, and judged in three age
categories including youth, teen, and adult. The
winning entries can be viewed on the City’s website and will be
displayed at the Environmental Commission’s booth at the Pumpkin
Festival on October 18th and 19th. Please send
or deliver all film prints to Jasch Janowicz, the Environmental
Coordinator at the City of Calabasas, which is located at 26135 Mureau
Road.
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WHAT'S
ON CTV? |
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Be sure to tune in to CTV on cable
channel 3 in Calabasas or
online to
watch your favorite CTV programs:
Your City, Your Issues -
This month
host John Loesing
visits the 2002 Calabasas
Pumpkin Festival to give you an idea of what's in store for you at
this year's event.
 Calabasas
Teen Forum
- Join us for a blast from the past as members of original
Calabasas Teen Forum panels join us for a special "Where Are They
Now?" episode. See how life has changed them in their
transition from high school to college.
Visit the
CTV
Channel Guide for a complete listing of programming.
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Arts & Crafts FaiR AND TEEN HALLOWEEN |
 The
Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center will be hosting an extensive
indoor arts & crafts fair on October 25th and 26th,
from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be many different vendors,
food, games, and chances to rock climb on the Community Center’s
climbing wall. This is your opportunity to get the perfect gifts for
your holiday shopping without all the last minute stress. Admission
is FREE, so make sure to attend, and
click here
if you would like additional information.
The Community Center
will also be hosting another teen concert on Friday, October 31,
2003. Five fantastic bands will be playing Friday night and the show
will start at 7:00pm. This concert will be featuring the popular ska
band, Surburban Legends. Other bands scheduled to
play are The Scuba Kids, This End Up, Solemite, and
In Surgence. Complete with a costume contest and
prizes, this night of fun is only $10 at the door. It is expected to
be a sell out, so come early. Call (818) 880-2993 for more
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International Trade Conference |
 Because
we are lucky enough to live in an area that has become the center of
entertainment production for the world, San Fernando Valley residents
and businesses have unique access to the vast market opportunities in
the local area. The Valley International Trade Association is
sponsoring Southern California’s 2003 International Trade Conference
to discuss these matters. The conference will be held on Friday,
October 24th from 7:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Hilton
Universal City & Towers. For more information,
click here. |
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Reset Your Clocks: Fall Back, Spring Forward! |
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Fall
is now upon us and it’s that time of year again. Don’t forget to set
your clocks and watches back by one hour on October 26th
because darker fall evenings signify the end of Daylight Savings
Time. So save yourself some confusion by remembering to reset your
clocks, and you won’t be the only one to arrive to your destination an
hour early.
Click here for more information on Daylight Savings time. |
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TALKING TRASH - Rain and Trash are not a Good
Combination |
 October
15th is the official start of the rainy season and with
Southern Californians gearing up for the rainy season, the City of
Calabasas is asking its residents to remember basic tips to keep the
storm drains clear of trash, litter and debris. By doing so, you are
doing your part to help prevent the pollution that is all too familiar
to us here, in the San Fernando Valley. Here are some helpful tips
for you to note: don’t litter our streets and parks, clean up after
your dog, and reduce pesticide and fertilizer use. To gain a better
understanding of the entirety of this problem or to get your questions
answered, please call (818) 878-4225 ext 293 for Robin Hull or 1(888)
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A member of the
Wildworks
staff in Topanga gets a special
ear cleaning from a
Kinkajou.
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That’s all for this month. If you have any questions
about e.News or City issues in general,
please email our Media Operations
Director, Deborah Steller, at
dsteller@cityofcalabasas.com.
Sincerely,
Donald Duckworth
City Manager
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