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Massive Rattlesnake captured and relocated

By: Jeff Biebuyck

After hearing some complaints about a rattlesnake sighting from one of my clients, we sent Bo the snake wrangler over to have a look. What he found, was a pregnant, 15 year old female Pacific Rattlesnake.

With knee high leather boots and snake capturing gear, Bo Slyapich showed up ready to wrangle. He located the 4 foot snake almost immediately and provided education throughout the process.

“We are getting some big ones,” Slyapich yelled. “We got a lot of rain this year. So more rain means more seeds and more seeds means more rodents. Mom’s like this could have up to 20 babies,” he exclaimed.

Although rattlesnakes are not considered aggressive, they will strike when provoked. Naturally, if you get too close to them or try to hurt them, they will strike. But, you may simply stumble upon the snake and scare it into striking. In other words, sometimes we have no control over it. That’s why it’s best to have the snake properly relocated if it’s living near your home. Although the snake will likely cause no problems, it’s safer to have someone like Bo take care of the issue before someone gets bit.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on July 13th, 2010

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Best known food truck around

By: Jeff Biebuyck

Dumpling station, grilled cheese truck, komodo, crepe n’ round, the sweets truck, world fare, slice truck. These are the many food trucks that will show up at the Calabasas Commons on July 1st from 5pm – 8pm.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on June 16th, 2010

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Slow speakin’ Hendrix tells all

By: Jeff Biebuyck

Anthony Hendrix, an affable guard at the Bellagio gate tower has proved himself a resident favorite. Working at this tower for 14 years, last December, the beloved guard gate was let go due to undisclosed reasons.

“I can’t talk about that,” said the tall, slender Hendrix. “That was part of the reason I got back here. I had to sign paper work that I wouldn’t say nothing about the situation.”

The only thing Hendrix would reveal was that “about 95% of the community rallied,” he commented slowly. “The longer it took, the more people found out what happened and the community got involved. After a bunch of meetings and arguing, they finally gave in,” he grinned.

Now, Hendrix is back in full force and the majority of the residents love his work, he explained. “I do my job, I don’t mess around,” he said seriously. “Everybody just likes the way I do my stuff.”

Working from 4pm – 12am 5 days a week, Hendrix says he’s busy most of the time. In the late hours of his shift he usually flips on his television to watch a number of crime shows.

Anthony, when not at work, is likely found in his downtown Hollywood studio. Wailing on his Strata Casta or chilling out to James Brown or other funkadelic masters, Hendrix is also considered a ‘delirious priest’ by his friends. He’s also the cousin of Jimi Hendrix, whom he knew when he was a boy.

“He [Jimi] is not the person everyone thought her was,” he commented. “[He] was very quiet. Nice. And always thinking,” he smiled cunningly.

“And he wasn’t no drug attic,” he boomed. “He was just like anyone else back then.”

And anybody like today, perhaps. Regardless, Anthony is happy to back at the gate, “ready to serve his residents,” as he said. Next time you pull up to Bellagio in Calabasas, throw old Raymond a shout. He’ll appreciate it. It’s the residents that make his job rewarding.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on June 9th, 2010

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The City of Hidden Hills is pleased to announce the launch of the
Connect-CTY AE service

By: Jeff Biebyuck

This city-to-resident notification system.
allows city leaders to send personalized voice messages to
residents within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive
or common-interest issues such as emergencies and local community
matters.  The Connect-CTY service will be used to supplement the current
communication plans and augment public safety/first responder services.

Hidden Hills leaders urge residents to participate in this service. Note: If you
have not received a test phone call from the city, or would like to provide additional contact information, go to Blackboardconnectcty.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on May 25th, 2010

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For a weekend get away

By: Jeff Biebuyck

For my readers who haven’t been to Ojai, this beautiful valley is just a 40 minute drive from Calabasas. Just 10 minutes inland from Ventura, Ojai is a nature lovers dream. Spanning 10 miles in length and 3 miles in width, Ojai is scattered with grandiose estates, ranches and luxurious spa’s. One such example is the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa which is considered one of the best secrets among travelers. Ojai is a home away from homes – the perfect weekend getaway.

With tennis, golf and a full service spa, you’ll enjoy all the amenities of resort life. Head into town for casual stroll and local dinning, or simply hang at the Spa and order room service. Ojai is also home to the Ojai film festival which plays at the only theater in town. The Ojai Music Festival, is an annual festival of performances by some of the world’s top musicians and composers, and occurs on the first weekend after Memorial Day. Notable appearances include Igor Stravinsky, Aaron Copland, Esa-Pekka Salonen and Pierre Boulez, who was festival director in 2003.

For those looking for more adventure, easy to strenuous hiking trails abound. You’ll find creeks, waterholes and fishing just another 30 minutes into the mountains. You can fish for bass and even trout during the late winter and early spring months.

The weather is getting just perfect this time of year, with highs in upper 70’s and low 80’s. It’s a great time to take off for a few days and enjoy Ojai.

If you like what you see while in the paradise that is Ojai, consider making it a permanent or weekend home.  Check out this tropical plantation style home at  61 Oak Drive which combines the best of simple country living in its gorgeous setting with urban sophistication of the home and its amenities.  The chirping frogs in the front pond, the gentle breezes and tranquility lounging on the 1600 sq foot covered porch will make you forget you are just a stones throw from civilization at the 5 star Ojai Valley Inn and Spa with its world class cuisine and spa treatments and a mere 1 hour from Los Angeles.

For more information on property in Ojai, contact Jeff Biebuyck.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on May 20th, 2010

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Seriously?

By: Jeff Biebuyck

Take the 2 most opposite ideas and you may conjure up something close to, “Calabasas” and “Waterpark.” Well, don’t look now but it seems that the overwhelming oxymoron will soon make it’s home in cozy Calabasas. $8 Million later and we will attract families from all over to the current Juan Bautista De Anza Park, at the intersection of Las Virgenes Road and Lost Hills Road.

The proposal is to build a year round pool, a lazy river, spray-water playground, a large slide and a number of other structures ranging from
a snack shop to locker rooms.

Homeowners should take a trifle of comfort in the fact that officials say that they will hold community outreach meetings to address issues that will likely arise. Traffic congestion, noise, lighting, security and other problems associated with a high usage facility are just some of the problems.

As your local realtor, I will keep you updated on all the latest happenings. Check with me if you’re concerned.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on May 12th, 2010

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Get tutoring help at the Calabasas Library

By: Jeff Biebuyck

Free tutoring help is available most Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30p.m. to 4:30p.m.
Head to the Calabasas Library meeting room during these hours if your children need a little extra help.

The Calabasas Library Study Buddies program allows Calabasas elementary and middle school students to get free help with homework at the Calabasas Library. High school students are available to help elementary and middle school students with their homework and to work on study skills. For more information, contact the library for availability at (818) 225-7616.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on May 4th, 2010

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Malibu-Lost Hills Sherrif station recognized as the highest-rated
patrol station in the nation.

By: Jeff Biebuyck

A recent study conducted by the Vera Institute of Justice and Altus Global
Alliance revealed that the out of 200 police stations around the globe, our
local station scored 96 out of 100. The global average was 62.09.

The study accounted for accountability, community orientation, equal
treatment of the public, physical condition of station and detention conditions.
Additionally, community members rate the quality of service the departments
provided.

Although police stations in more than 20 countries on five different
continents participated in the survey, the U.S. was the only country
that participated in the North America division. The average score for
participating U.S. patrol stations was 79.22, which was the highest of
any participating country.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on April 30th, 2010

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Get yours inspected ASAP

By: Jeff Biebuyck

By May 14th 2010, all Calabasas property owners must have their septic tanks tested to obtain an operating permit. The city has notified OWTS property owners on 2 occasions of their obligation to comply with the ordinance. For all the Realtor’s, beware the ordinance contains an obligation to obtain an operating permit prior to voluntary conveyance of property.

For more information, visit this site.

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on April 22nd, 2010

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“When I am hungry, I eat cheese”

By: Jeff Biebuyck

This Saturday is going to be spectacular. We’re talking mounds
Tillamook grilled cheese samples, professional grilling competitions, music, yelling, kittens
and yes, poetry. In short, you will experience a divine afternoon of glutinous cheese proportions.
Starting at 12pm at the Los Angeles Center Studios, rush the gates and inhale an array of different
grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Don’t forget to check out the loaf love tour!
12:00pm – 6:00pm
Los Angeles Center Studios
1201 West Fifth Street
Los Angeles, CA

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Posted by Jeff Biebuyck on April 21st, 2010

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