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April 19 - April 25 , 2024 Volume CXXIII Issue 214
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Agreement Between SMMUSD and Malibu Moves District Separation Efforts Forward The Agreement Awaits Approval by Both the Malibu City Council and the SMMUSD Board of Education The City of Malibu and the Santa Monica-Malibu School District have achieved a significant breakthrough in their ongoing efforts to separate the school district. A tentative agreement on revenue sharing has been reached after extensive discussions and collaborative efforts, marking a pivotal advancement towards establishing an independent Malibu Unified School District, according to a news release from SMMUSD. The agreement awaits approval by both the Malibu City Council and the SMMUSD Board of Education. This milestone underscores the commitment of both entities to uphold principles of equity, fairness, and local control in education. Through joint
efforts, they aim to ensure that every student, regardless of residence in Santa Monica or Malibu, receives access to quality education, with decisions reflecting the community’s best interests. Throughout negotiations, these guiding principles have steered discussions and decision-making processes. The tentative agreement on revenue sharing exemplifies the collaborative spirit and shared vision between the City
of Malibu and SMMUSD. It signifies a significant stride towards establishing an independent Malibu Unified School District, granting the community greater autonomy and authority over educational policies. Community workshops will be conducted by the City of Malibu and SMMUSD to disseminate details of the revenue sharing agreement and its implications to residents. Dates and
locations for these workshops will be announced in the forthcoming weeks. For more information regarding the City of Malibu’s school separation efforts, please contact Deputy City Manager Alexis Brown at 310-456-2489, ext. 300, email abrown@malibucity.org, visit www.MalibuCity.org/MUSD, or access SMMUSD’s webpage at www. smmusd.org/MalibuUnification.
Measles Infected Traveler Visited Santa Monica Pier, Public Health Officials Warn Authorities Urge Individuals Who Were at The Specified Venues to Monitor Their Health The California Department of Public Health notified authorities of a measles case after a non-resident recently traveled throughout L.A. County, including spots on the Westside. The individual traversed within the city from March 30 to April 1. On Sunday March 31, this person was present at the Santa Monica Pier and
at Pier Gear — 380 Santa Monica Pier #1. Later that same day, between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., they were at the El Torito Mexican Restaurant at 13715 Fiji Way in Marina Del Rey. Authorities urge individuals who were present at these venues during the aforementioned time periods to monitor their health, as they may be at risk of contracting measles within 21 days of exposure.
Authorities also advise those potentially exposed to confirm their measles vaccination status and seek medical guidance if unvaccinated or unsure of their immunization history. Measles, a highly contagious airborne disease, presents symptoms such as
fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a distinctive rash. Complications can be severe, particularly for vulnerable populations like young children and individuals with compromised immune systems.
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