February 2024 City e.News | City of Calabasas, CA

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AT&T LANDLINE UPDATE

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Several Calabasas residents have been concerned about their phone service. AT&T recently sent out notification letters to its landline phone customers in Calabasas – and many other locations in California – that may leave the impression the utility is stopping all landline phone service in homes. That is not the case. AT&T is asking the California Public Utilities Commission to get out of a requirement to have traditional wired landline phone service in homes so it can move to a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service for landlines. In essence, this would convert traditional wired home phones into Internet home phones. For the customer, the change is minimal and phone quality is the same. AT&T is joining several other carriers moving to VoIP phone system because it is less expensive to operate.

BODY POSITIVITY FAIR

On Saturday, February 3rdfrom 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., the Mayor’s Youth Council will be hosting a Body Positivity Fair at the City Hall Plaza outside the Calabasas Library featuring great informational workshops, body-positive activities, professional speakers, food, crafts, live music, and more! We hope to see you there!

For more information, click here.

CRIME PREVENTION SYMPOSIUM

On Monday, February 12th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Founders Hall, join representatives for the Lost Hills Sheriff Station, leading security companies, and more to learn effective tips on how to prevent crime before it happens and keep your family, home, and community safe.

A SWEET AFFAIR

On Wednesday, February 14th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., join us in Founders Hall for an afternoon of sweet treats, refreshments, and live music performed by singer/songwriters Wendy and Rik.

Tickets are $5 for Calabasas residents, $6 for non-residents.

BE MY VALENTINE PAINT NIGHT

On Tuesday, February 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., grab your sweetie (or come alone!) to de Anza Park for our Be My Valentine Paint Night! A paint instructor will be on hand to guide you through your Valentine's Day themed artistic masterpiece!

All materials are included. Pre-register here.

PRIMARY ELECTION

The Tuesday, March 5th Presidential Primary Election is approaching quickly. With the Make a Plan to Vote Tool, voting in L.A. County is easier than ever.

Confirm your voter registration and party affiliation using the dedicated Make a Plan to Vote tool today!

It’s easy to customize your voting experience to meet your needs, and L.A. County has several voting options available to you in this election:

Vote by Mail: Voting by mail is the most convenient way to make your voice heard in this election. Ballots will be mailed to all registered voters starting February 1st. When you receive your ballot, simply fill it out, sign the Return Envelope, and mail it back before Election Day, March 5th. Remember, there is no postage necessary!

Ballot Drop Box: Using one of the 400+ Official Ballot Drop Boxes located across L.A. County is an easy way to vote while going about your day! All Ballot Drop Boxes will open beginning February 1st through Election Day, March 5th.
- A Ballot Drop Box is located on the sidewalk in front of City Hall, which will be available 24 hours, seven days a week during the election period.

Vote in person at a Vote Center: Vote early to avoid long lines. Vote Centers will open daily beginning February 24th through Election Day, March 5th. You can visit any available location to cast your ballot in person, or to return your completed Vote by Mail ballot.
- The City of Calabasas will host an 11-day Vote Center at:
  - Founders Hall (behind the Library), 300 Civic Center Way
    - Open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from February 24th through March 4th
    - Open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on March 5th (election day)

There is also a one-day Flex Vote Center Tennis & Swim Center, Saturday, March 2nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

4-day Vote Centers are open from 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. through Monday, March 4th. On Tuesday, March 5th, Election Day, Vote Centers are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Visit PLAN.LAVOTE.GOV to create the best plan for you!

VOTER INFORMATION NIGHT

When it comes to casting your ballot, informed decisions matter. On Tuesday, February 20th at 6:00 p.m. please join us in Founders Hall as the Mayor’s Youth Council sponsors an important Voter Information Night.

Learn more about candidates and issues and let your voice be heard!

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES IN & AROUND CALABASAS - PUBLIC FORUM

On Thursday, February 29th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., please join us at the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center for a public forum on environmental initiatives in our community.

Hear from City Environmental Division, Heal the Bay, CA Wildlife Center and more! A great way to get informed, be heard and become more active in helping protect our environment. More information here.

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TECH HELP AT THE SENIOR CENTER

Senior Tech Help The Senior Center’s Tech Help program has been recognized in the Technology, Virtual, and Hybrid Programing category by the annual Programs of Excellence contest, hosted by the National Council on Aging and the National Institute of Senior Centers.

Tech Help is free and takes place on Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. on a drop-in basis, no appointment needed. Community high school students help seniors improve their skills on cell phones, laptops, iPads and tablets.

Check out the video for Tech Help here.

CALABASAS TENNIS & SWIM CENTER RENTALS

The Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center is looking forward to hosting your next event. The center has a country club feel, but with budget friendly prices. The Center offers two intimate rooms and a beautiful patio overlooking the tennis courts for your private event. The staff provides the absolute best service for every event: birthday parties, graduations, school/team parties and retirement parties. In addition, the Center has catering services to offer our guests. Kathy Milbrand, our Event Coordinator will be happy to discuss all of your party needs (818) 222-2782 x 124.

Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center Rental

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CALABASAS LIBRARY MONTHLY UPDATES

Library Please visit the latest Library Newsletter here.

The Library is always closed on Mondays.

For more information please call (818) 225-7616

Check the website for more information

CAPTURE CALABASAS PHOTO CONTEST

Capture Calabasas

Participants have the opportunity to win a prize for best overall image. First 50 participants receive a Parks Make Life Better prize. Submissions may also be used for future activity guides, social media, calendars events and flyers.

Participants must take the photos within City limits.
Choose the photo category (listed below)
Submit your photos online below
Receive your prize!

Submit your photo in one of the following categories:

City of Calabasas

This category includes photos of anything (businesses, programs, art, landscape, etc.) within Calabasas city limits, excluding parks, open space or Community Services Department activities.

Parks Make Life Better

This category includes photos of parks within city limits (children playing, landscape, etc.).

Open Space

This category includes photos of open space within city limits (picnic, landscape, play, etc.)

Community Services Department classes, programs, events and sports

Keep your eyes open, your camera/phone ready, and Capture Calabasas!

Click here to submit your photo!

WHAT'S ON CTV?

Be sure to tune in to CTV on cable channel 3 in Calabasas through live, online web-streaming, or watch any meeting or program on demand through the CTV archives. Check the CTV Guide for playback days and times.

CTV programming is also available on the Calabasas YouTube Channel.

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED PROGRAM: Las Virgenes Creek Trail Hike

The City of Calabasas has a lot of plans for Las Virgenes Creek. Recently, we held the first of many Creek Trail walks where residents got to hear about what the City wants to do ... and how you can help.

CALABASAS CALENDARS, MEETINGS & HOLIDAYS

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City Hall will be closed Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents' Day.

Council Agenda Items are available online the Wednesday 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.

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For a complete calendar of events and meetings at City Hall, please visit our City Calendar Page.

That’s all for this month.

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