| Why is Calabasas ranked as one of the nation´s top ten places to live? Nestled in the oak-filled foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, the upscale community with small town charm has a progressive economy, safe neighborhoods, blue ribbon schools and healthy lifestyle. In addition to its desirable location surrounded by scenic open space, Calabasas is conveniently located near employment opportunities and all of Southern California´s finest attractions. It is simply an ideal place to enjoy life.
It's refuge to some notable Hollywood types -- Britney Spears rents a house here, Howie Mandel hangs out at a local Starbucks, and Will Smith and his family occupy a sprawling compound. It is generally accepted that Calabasas means "pumpkin," "squash," or "gourd," derived from the Spanish calabaza. The City's official logo, depicting the red-tailed hawk flying over the Santa Monica Mountains, symbolizes a commitment to preserving the community's natural beauty and semi-rural quality of life. The City logo is featured on the Calabasas City flag which is flown in front of City Hall and hangs in the City Council Chambers.
Calabasas is admired around the nation, if not the world. It is a model city of prosperity for current residents as well as those who will call it home in the future. A self-sufficient young municipality, Calabasas practices prudent planning allocating for the growth necessary to maintain a desirable residential and business community. Future plans include a state-of-the-art civic center complex with fountains, plazas and a public library. Already in place are popular city operated public transportation programs and bicycle commuter routes. There is also ongoing acquisition of open space. Tomorrow is already here for those who have made Calabasas their home. |