Work Session on School District Separation Effort, Revenue Sharing Agreement, April 20

The City of Malibu invites all of the Malibu community to join the second Work Session on Saturday, April 20 aimed at providing residents with a comprehensive understanding of the revenue sharing agreement in the context of the ongoing school district separation efforts. A Special City Council meeting was held on April 10.

Saturday, April 20, 1:00 PM at Malibu City Hall, Council Chambers (IN-PERSON ONLY, NO REMOTE PARTICIPATION)

The Work Session will serve as an opportunity for Malibu residents to gain insights into the revenue sharing agreement and its implications for the community. This session will focus exclusively on providing information and fostering discussion among Malibu residents and community stakeholders. Additionally, the Santa Monica-Malibu School District (SMMUSD) will be hosting community workshops for Santa Monica residents, in addition to joint sessions in May that will be co-hosted by SMMUSD and City.

During the April 20 Work Session, key guiding principles will be emphasized, including equity, fairness, and local control in education. By upholding these principles, the City remains committed to ensuring that decisions regarding educational policies are made with the best interests of the community in mind.

A Special City Council Meeting and Work Session was also held on April 10 featuring presentations, discussions, and opportunities for residents to ask questions on the revenue sharing agreement.

All interested Malibu residents are invited to attend, ask questions, share feedback and participate in the discussion.

As we move forward in our school separation efforts, the City of Malibu remains dedicated to fostering a stronger sense of ownership and accountability within the community. By working together, we can build a brighter future for education in Malibu.

For more information on the City's school separation efforts, please contact Deputy City Manager Alexis Brown at 310-456-2489, ext. 300, email [email protected], or visit the Malibu Unified webpage.