The City of Calabasas will proudly host the community’s annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Calabasas High School on Saturday, July 4, 2009. Gates open at 5:00p.m. and the amazing fireworks show begins at 9:00p.m. The family-oriented, fun-filled event will feature the live band “Jack Mack & the Heart Attack”, a free family fun zone with a balloon artist, rides, games and the grand fireworks display!

Tickets are limited and are now available at City Hall (100 Civic Center Way), the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center (23400 Park Sorrento) and Juan Bautista De Anza Park (3701 Lost Hills Road) in Calabasas. The $10 admission price includes parking, entertainment and all activities.  Children under 2 years of age are admitted free! Handicap parking and a Shuttle for elderly & disabled (plus one attendant) will be available.  Delicious food and beverages will be offered for sale at the site.  Please note that the Fireworks Spectacular is an alcohol and tobacco free zone. No bottles, pets or umbrellas are permitted.

Before the Fireworks Spectacular, the City will feature a day full of free events for the community starting with the annual Lakeside Fun Run, sponsored in part by the Calabasas Park Homeowners Association, which will take place along Calabasas Lake behind the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center beginning at 7:30a.m.  After the Fun Run, a pet show will be held at 11:00a.m. at the greenbelt adjacent to the Tennis & Swim Center featuring pet adoptions and pet contests in several categories.  A Summer Splash Party, featuring games, swimming, free use of tennis courts, a barbeque, music and dancing will take place at the Tennis & Swim Center from 11:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. 

The Calabasas Sun Sets Summer Series continues in July with free summertime performances through September.  With a line-up ranging from Rock n’ Roll to Shakespeare, the Sun Sets Series will entertain the entire family on Sunday evenings this summer.  

The entire performance Sun Sets concert schedule is available online at www.cityofcalabasas.com/sunsets.html.   No tickets are necessary and all performances in the 2009 Calabasas Sun Sets Summer Series are free to the public.   Venues range from the Civic Center Plaza and Amphitheater to Calabasas Lake.  Please check the schedule carefully.  For more information, please call (818) 224-1600.

The City of Calabasas has released revised schedules for 2009 summertime public transportation services.  Line 1 continues unchanged.  Lines 2 and 4 are providing looping service for students needing to attend Agoura High School.  Lines 3 and 5 provide access to Sumac Elementary School.   As always, the summer transportation service is provided at no cost to riders and seating is limited on a first come, first served basis. The revised routes and schedules are currently available for viewing and downloading under the Public Works Department website.  Please contact Calabasas Public Transportation Customer Service at (888) 287-7929, with any questions.

City of Calabasas Shuttle Bus riders during peak hours are required to register for a free Peak Hour Shuttle Pass.  Applications are available on the City website or at City Hall. Please note that every passenger must fill out an application and minors are required to have their parent or guardian sign the form. The Peak Hour Shuttle Pass must be shown to the Shuttle Bus driver upon boarding. Every rider, adult or minor, will need to show a valid pass to ride the Shuttle during peak morning and evening hours. Fully completed applications may be returned to: Traffic & Transportation Division, City of Calabasas, 100 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302. Click here for a brochure with City of Calabasas Shuttle Rules and Regulations. Please note that violators of these rules and regulations may be subject to removal and suspension from the Calabasas Transit System.  Line 1 and the Calabasas Trolley are exempt from the Peak Hour Shuttle Pass. For more information, please contact the Calabasas Transportation Department at (888) 287-7929.

The Las Virgenes Municipal Water District (LVMWD) is notifying customers that a Water Budget Program is underway in Calabasas and other LVMWD communities as of July 1, 2009.  The program was authorized by the LVMWD Board in response to a third consecutive year of below average rainfall and judicial restrictions on pumping water to Southern California, resulting in a reduction in allotted supply announced by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.  As of July 1, 2009, single-family residential customers start each eight-week billing cycle with a base allotment of 16 billing units of water (nearly 12,000 gallons) for indoor use and apartment/condo customers will start with 12 billing units.  An additional outdoor budget may be added, based on the size of the property served and the parcel group to which it is assigned.  For more information about water budgets, please contact the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District at (818) 251-2100.

Construction activities for the Calabasas Annual Rubberized Overlay Project began on Saturday, June 29, 2009.  The streets being resurfaced are Calabasas Road (from Park Granada to El Canon Road) and Mulholland Hwy (from Old Topanga Canyon Rd up to Eddingham Ave). The overlay contractor, Silvia Construction, posted signage two weeks prior to construction to notify the public of the streets and limits to be serviced, work dates and anticipated delays. Construction is expected to continue through August.  Traffic control and access will be provided at all times. There will be limited access on days when actual paving occurs, but only for a short period. The Contractor will re-open the streets as soon as it is safe and possible to do so. The streets will be paved one travel lane at a time, therefore, access will be provided when needed.  Residents with questions or in need of special accommodations can contact “Silvia Construction” at (909) 481-8118 for information.   For all other miscellaneous project questions, please contact Vickie Margadonna  at (818) 224 1679 or Tatiana Holden at (818) 224 1674.

The City of Calabasas invites the public to a screening of the classic 80s film The Goonies at the 6th annual Dive-In Movie Night at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center on Friday, July 17, 2009.  So grab a movie ticket, swimsuit and towel, beach chair and a swim noodle and join the fun.  The Movie goers may participate in pool games, raffles, and movie trivia from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. and the feature starts at 8:30p.m.  Seating is limited and free tickets (one per person) are currently available at the Tennis and Swim Center Front Desk.   For more information, please call (818) 222-2782.

The Ventura County Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for high school students entering college or university in an engineering/public works related major from any high school located within the APWA Ventura Chapter membership region.  The region includes City of Calabasas as well as Agoura Hills, Camarillo, Fillmore, Moorpark, Port Hueneme, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Oxnard, Ventura, Westlake Village, and County unincorporated areas.    

Applicants must be a 12^th grade student and/or a graduating high school student in the spring or summer of 2009, and who will be attending college or university in the fall of 2009, and will be pursuing studies in an engineering/public works related field of study. Examples of engineering/public works related fields of study may be found online.

The selection of the scholarships will be based on the academic achievements of the student and their expressed interest to pursue a career in engineering or public works related field.  To be eligible for consideration for a scholarship, the applicant must complete and submit the application form posted online and other required documents listed in page 2 of the application. 

The Scholarship Committee sincerely requests that the applicant’s counselors or teachers review the scholarship application before submitting them. For questions or additional information, please call Dr. Alex Farassati at (818) 224-1680.  Applicants must complete the application and mail it to:  City of Calabasas, c/o Dr. Alex Farassati, APWA Scholarship Committee, 100 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302.

2009 SPRING/SUMMER RECREATION BROCHURE

The City of Calabasas Recreation department has published a combined Spring and Summer Recreation brochure for 2009.  The double issue, mailed to residents and available online, gives families a chance to plan for summertime activities and classes while also taking advantage of all the spring recreation opportunities in the City.  Summer adult classes include Ceramics, Guitar, Yoga, and Meditation. Youth classes include Tap, Anime Workshop, and Clay Club.  The Recreation Brochure also features information about senior citizen programs, community news and information, and sports activities.   For more information about Calabasas recreation opportunities or for help with class registration, please call the Recreation department at (818) 880-6461.

The City of Calabasas  organizes two free monthly electronic waste collection events in addition to the usual monthly water based paint and used oil collection event. On  the first Saturday of each month (Saturday, July 4, 2009), an electronic waste collection will take place at the Albertson’s parking lot, 26521 Agoura Road (at Las Virgenes Road) in Calabasas from 10:00a.m to 3:00p.m. A second monthly electronic waste event will take place on the 3rd Saturday of the month on Saturday, July 21, 2009 in the Vons Shopping Center parking lot at 23381 Mulholland Drive in Woodland Hills from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Acceptable items include but are not limited to CD players, laptops and personal computers, microwave ovens, printers, radios, stereos, telephones, and VCR’s.

On Saturday, July 11, 2009 there will be a free water based paint and used oil collection event at a NEW location at Calabasas City Hall located at 100/200 Civic Center Way (map) adjacent to the Commons from 10:00a.m to 2:00p.m. For more information, please contact the City of Calabasas Recycling and Solid Waste Coordinator at (818) 224-1600.

The Calabasas Summer Reading Program, sponsored by the Friends of the Calabasas Library, returns this summer and will feature six events for elementary school students and two special events for preschoolers.  The elementary school programs all take place on Wednesdays at 4:00p.m. at the Calabasas Library.  On Wednesday, July 8, 2009, the series kicks off with Mad Science featuring a number of interactive science demonstrations that will amaze and inspire.  The full schedule of elementary school-age events is available online.  All events are free.

On Friday, July 17, 2009, the Calabasas Library will be holding the first of two special summer reading events for preschoolers.  At 11:00a.m., Linnea Richards will sing songs, tell stories and organized interactive playtime for the little ones in attendance.   On Friday, August 7, 2009, The SqueeGees will teach children about the environment through their unique blend of music and humor.  The program also begins at 11:00a.m.  Both events are free.  For more information on the Calabasas Summer Reading Program, please visit http://www.cityofcalabasas.com/library.html.

Please remember that all mobile car wash companies must obtain a permit to operate within Calabasas.  This permit system ensures that mobile car wash companies follow certain regulations to prevent pollutants from entering the storm drain system.  Calabasas Municipal Ordinance No. 2008-251 prohibits home owners and businesses from hiring any mobile car wash company without a valid permit.  Any violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as an infraction pursuant to City’s Municipal Code section 1.16.020 of this code and/or pursuant to chapter 1.17 of this code.  Please click here for a list of currently permitted mobile car wash companies in the City, information about the ordinance, and a downloadable permit application for mobile car wash providers.

Calabasas homeowners are constantly imagining ways to make their outdoor living spaces more comfortable, convenient, and beautiful.  Plans are formulated for backyard and side yard improvements, such as patio covers, gazebos, outdoor fireplaces, swimming pools and spas, and barbeques.   In most cases, these improvements require consultation with City staff and the issuance of permits to ensure that the plans meet with the requirements of the City’s Land Use and Development Code and the State Building Code.

There is no cost involved for consulting with City planning staff, so prior to initiating construction of a major yard improvement, please call the Planning Division at 818-224-1600 and ask to speak to the planner on duty.  The public counter at City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30a.m. until 5:30p.m. and on Fridays from 7:30a.m. until 2:00p.m.

Grape Arbor Park Shakespeare's "As You Like It" Sunday, July 5, 2009 at 5:00p.m.  Free event! Calabasas Civic Center Plaza/Amphitheater Shakespeare's "As You Like It" Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 6:00p.m.  Free event! ---------------------------------------------- WBG's Johnny Cash Tribute Sunday, July 26, 2009 at 6:00p.m.  Free event!

Conejo Players Theatre - Thousand Oaks

Madrid Theatre - Canoga Park
     July 2009 Calendar

Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza - Thousand Oaks
     July 2009 Calendar

The annual Calabasas Beach Bus is currently running on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays until August 21, 2009.  The bus drops off and picks up passengers at five convenient locations in Calabasas and at Zuma Beach in Malibu.  The fare is only $1 each way.  A full schedule and list of locations is available online.  Please note that exact change and a valid picture ID are required to ride the Beach Bus!  Surfboards are allowed on the beach bus but they must be stored in the bus storage compartment.  Please note that Durham Bus Services and the City of Calabasas assume no responsibility for any damage to property on the beach bus.   There is no beach bus service on Wednesdays, Saturdays, or Sundays.  

There are a number of ways to save energy throughout the long, hot summer in Calabasas.  A key energy-saving tip is to set thermostats at the highest comfortable setting.  Typical settings are 78 degrees for summer cooling.  Air conditioning operating costs increase 3% to 8% for each degree a thermostat is raised.  Make sure no heat-generating appliances are near the thermostat, including lamps, televisions, and stereo and computer equipment.  

The easiest way to ensure an air conditioning system is operating efficiently is by keeping the air filter clean.  Keeping shades and curtains drawn will also reduce radiant heat from the sun inside homes and businesses.  Windows and doors should always be shut while air conditioning is running.  Replacing older, inefficient windows and doors can also lower energy costs and will extend the life of an air conditioning system. Windows with more efficient low-E glass reduces the sun's warming rays.  Please note that a permit is required when replacing windows and doors.  For more home and  business energy saving tips, please visit http://www.energysavers.gov.  

Be sure to tune in to CTV on cable channel 3 in Calabasas, through live online web-streaming, or watch any meeting or CTV program at ANYTIME through the new CTV archive.

CTV programming is now available on YouTube!

This month on CTV:

Preview, An Eye on the Arts
(View this program anytime with CTV Archiving)

Tune in to see highlights of the 12th Annual Calabasas Fine Art Festival.
Host Laureen Morick, of the Calabasas Arts Council, speaks with artists and discusses their techniques and thoughts behind their artwork.

Calabasas City Hall will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. 






City Council Agenda Items are available online the Thursday prior to a City Council Meeting. Agendas for all commissions are available online the Friday prior to the commission meeting.  All City Council meetings and commission meetings take place in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 Civic Center Way in Calabasas.

For a complete calendar of events and meetings during July, please visit our Calendar Page.