Debate Over Malibu's 'Hollywood' Coastline

Have 27 miles of prime Malibu coastland in California become simply "garage doors of the rich and famous?"

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September 25, 2002, 12:00 PM PDT

"Now, in a series of court cases that will clarify the issue of public access to California beaches and be closely watched across the US and in Europe environmentalists, local officials, and homeowners are duking it out. Several observers say the cases may end up in the US Supreme Court. Beyond the clash of homeowners and visitors, there are environmental, health, safety, and social-justice concerns."

Thanks to Laura Kranz

Read the full story: Can't reach the beach? Turf war on Malibu's coast

Monday, September 23, 2002 in The Christian Science Monitor

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