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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20256 housing units ($4.2M)
🗳️ Election results (2 races)
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City Council 2022-11-08
James R. Bozajian ✓ 5,888 · JAMES R. BOZAJIAN ✓ 5,888 · David J. Shapiro ✓ 5,622 · Edward Albrecht ✓ 2,954 · DAVID J. SHAPIRO 5,622 · EDWARD ALBRECHT 2,954
City Council 2020-11-03
Alicia Weintraub ✓ 9,152 · Peter Kraut ✓ 5,218 · Susan Fredericks-Plous. 3,097 · Dennis Washburn 3,018

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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

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Library Commission Regular Meeting

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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 07:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting - Cancelled Summer Recess

Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Joint Meeting with the Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting

Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission to consider adding 135 housing units, including 27 affordable, at 3831 Orchid Lane

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a Site Plan Review, Scenic Corridor Permit, and Oak Tree Permit to add 135 new housing units to an existing 600-unit apartment complex at 3831 Orchid Lane. Of these, 27 units would be deed-restricted affordable for low-income households. The commission will also consider modifying the City's Story Pole requirements for the same project. The consent calendar includes approval of the June 18, 2026 meeting minutes.

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Regular Planning Commission Agenda July 16, 2026 Page 1 of 3 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026, 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA ANNOUNCEMENTS PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the Planning Commission on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during deliberation on those specific matters. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion. Items may be pulled from the Consent Calendar for individual consideration. Pulled items will be considered immediately following approval of the Consent Calendar. 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2026 Recommendation: Approve the Planning Commission Minutes of June 18, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Request for a Site Plan Review, Scenic Corridor Permit, and Oak Tree Permit to add 135 new housing units to an existing 600-unit apartment complex located at 3831 Orchid Lane, in the Residential, Multifamily (RM-24) zoning district and Scenic Corridor (-SC) overlay zone. Of the 135 new housing units, 27 units will be deed-restricted affordable to low-income households. Recommendation: That the Commission direct Staff to pre [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Closed Session

Closed session to discuss potential litigation against city

This is a special meeting of the Calabasas Planning Commission, held entirely in closed session. The commission will confer with legal counsel regarding one potential case of litigation against the city. No public business will be conducted.

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Special Planning Commission Agenda July 16, 2026 Page 1 of 1 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026, 5:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION – 5:00 pm ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Sections 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1)) Based on existing facts and circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: One ADJOURNMENT This agenda was posted in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Regular and adjourned regular meeting agendas may be amended up to 72 hours in advance of the meeting; Special meeting agendas may be posted 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Posted: 7/13/2026
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 06:00 PM

PRE Regular Meeting

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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 07:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting - Cancelled Summer Recess

Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Calabasas Community Foundation Regular Meeting

Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to adopt FY 2026-2027 budget, approve large contracts

The Calabasas City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and a resolution ending a health benefits reimbursement program for future management employees. In closed session, they will evaluate the City Manager and discuss litigation involving Mountains Restoration Trust. The consent calendar includes several notable items: a $150,000 agreement for financial services, a $519,754 guardrail contract, and multiple landscape maintenance agreements totaling over $10 million for tree services within Landscape Lighting Act Districts.

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Regular City Council Agenda June 24, 2026 Page 1 of 4 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026, 5:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION 1. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)) Title: City Manager 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) Mountains Restoration Trust, Inc. dba TreePeople Land Trust v. City of Calabasas (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 24STCV19154) 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Sections 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1)) Based on existing facts and circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: One CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CLOSED SESSION REPORT COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the City Council on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during deliberation on those specific matters. CONSENT CALENDAR Regular City Council Agenda June 24, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Library Commission forms subcommittee for student commissioner appointment

The Commission approved the March 16, 2026, meeting minutes and formed a subcommittee to interview candidates for the Student Commissioner position. The City Librarian reported on library circulation, visits, and upcoming participation in the One Book, One Coast program.

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MINUTES LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026 CALL TO ORDER President Ford called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: President Laurel Ford; Vice President Stephanie Adams; Commissioner Julie Shy­ Sobol and Student Library Commissioner Laricia Tchaprazian Absent: Commissioner Monica Parmar and Commissioner Karen Spearrin Staff: City Librarian Barbara Lockwood, Deputy City Manager Michael McConville, Senior Librarian Karilyn Steward and Executive Assistant II Sarah Abdali. PRESENTATIONS Senior Librarian Steward presented Certificates of Recognition to the outgoing Student Library Commissioner Laricia Tchaprazian in honor of her dedicated service on the Library Commission and her contribution as a teen volunteer. She expressed her gratitude for Laricia's commitment, and the Commissioners also shared their appreciation for her service. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Shy-Sobol moved, Vice President Adams seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no announcements. PUBLIC COMMENT There was no public comment. CONSENT CALENDAR Library Commission Minutes Vice President Adams moved, Commissioner Shy-Sobol seconded a motion to approve the March 16, 2026, meeting minutes. The motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS 1. Commissioner Shy-Sobol nominated Vice [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Special Parks, Recreation and Education Commission

Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission Special Meeting

✓ Decided: Commission approves residential additions and balcony construction

The Planning Commission approved a second-floor addition at 26197 Adamor Rd and a new balcony with a spiral staircase at 4603 Park Mirasol. The July 2, 2026, meeting is cancelled due to the holiday.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chair Huzaineh called the meeting to order at 6:37 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Huzaineh led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Fassberg, Harrison and Alternate Commissioner Steiner Absent: None Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein; City Planner, Tom Bartlett; Planner, Jaclyn Rackerby; Deputy City Attorney, John Cardenas. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Fassberg moved, and Commissioner Lia seconded the motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS Commissioner Harrison announced that the Theodore Payne Foundation is offering a variety of summer classes in landscaping and gardening that are available to the public during the summer months. Additionally, he announced that the Butterfly Pavillion is open at the Natural History Museum until the 23rd of August. Commissioner Washburn stated that he had attended a meeting of the Greater Mulwood Homeowners Association and there was a discussion on the skyrocketing cost of fire insurance among other topics. The discussion can be viewed at gmha.org. Commission Washburn also announced that the 60th anniversary of the Leonis Adobe is on September 26th of this year. He suggested a coordinated event to celebrate the Leonis Adobe, plus the City’s 35th anniversary along with the 25 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Joint Meeting with Historic Preservation Commission

Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Thu May 28, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Budget Standing Committee Special Meeting

Wed May 27, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

Fri May 22, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

Thu May 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Commission directs staff to approve second floor addition at 26197 Adamor Rd

The Commission approved the May 7, 2026, meeting minutes. It also directed staff to prepare a resolution for a 632 square-foot second floor addition to an existing single-family residence at 26197 Adamor Rd.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chair Huzaineh called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Deputy City Attorney John Cardenas led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Fassberg, Harrison and Alternate Commissioner Steiner Absent: None Staff: City Planner, Tom Bartlett; Planner, Jaclyn Rackerby; Deputy City Attorney, John Cardenas. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Washburn moved, and Commissioner Fassberg seconded the motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS Vice Chair Washburn reiterated his comments from the May 7th Planning Commission meeting regarding Measure K, to include that the measure passed by 63%. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: May 7, 2026. MOTION Commissioner Washburn moved to approve May 7, 2026, minutes and Chair Huzaineh seconded the motion. Ayes: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Harrison, and Alternate Commissioner Steiner Noes: None Absent: None Abstained: Commissioner Fassberg Motion Carried: 5/0 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. File No(s) SPR-2026-002: Request for a Site Plan Review for a 632 square-foot addition to the second floor of an existing single-family residence located at 26197 Adamor Rd (APN: 2052-026-024), in the Residential Single-Family (RS) zoning district. Planner Rac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 20, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue May 19, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Communications and Technology Commission Regular Meeting

Tue May 19, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Mon May 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Environmental Commission Special Meeting

Thu May 14, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Meeting

Tue May 12, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Environmental Commission Regular Meeting

Mon May 11, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Mayor's Youth Council Regular Meeting

Thu May 7, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Planning Commission appoints two alternate members to the Architectural Review Panel

The Commission approved the appointment of Mr. Eric Kopelow and Mr. Mori Mortazavi as alternate members of the Architectural Review Panel. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were approved at the meeting.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chair Huzaineh called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Harrison led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, and Harrison. Absent: Commissioner Fassberg and Alternate Commissioner Steiner, excused Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein ; City Planner , Tom Bartlett; Deputy Public Works Director, Jay Dinkins; Deputy City Attorney, John Cardenas. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Lia mo ved, and Commissioner Washburn seconded the motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS Vice Chair Washburn announced that Measure K passed which will give the City a financial boost and provide long-term financial stability for the City. Additionally, he thanked the voters, volunteers and Staff who participated in the May 5 th ballot measure. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: March 19, 2026. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes March 19, 2026 Page 2 of 4 MOTION Commissioner Washburn moved to approve the March 19 th minutes with a number of revisions , which had been discussed by the Commissioners. Commissioner Lia seconded the motion. Ayes: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia and Harrison Noes: None Absent [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue May 5, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Traffic & Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Commission Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Budget Standing Committee Special Meeting

Fri Apr 24, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

Wed Apr 22, 2026 · 07:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting

Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 06:00 PM

PRE Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Mayor's Youth Council Regular Meeting

Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Budget Standing Committee Special Meeting

Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Calabasas Community Foundation Regular Meeting

Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Fri Mar 27, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 06:30 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: City Council approved $314,330 traffic signal safety contract

The Council approved the consent calendar, which included awarding the Citywide Traffic Signal Safety Improvements Project to Select Electric, Inc. for up to $314,330. The council also adopted a mid‑year budget amendment increasing appropriations per Resolution No. 2026‑1998. It received and filed the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related audit reports. Motions were passed to receive and file the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (forwarded to state agencies) and the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report, the latter passing 3‑1‑1.

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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , Councilmembers David Shapiro and Alicia Weintraub Absent: Councilmember Peter Kraut Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo; Deputy City Manager Michael McConville; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Green; Public Works Director Curtis Castle ; and City Clerk Kristy Buxkemper. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Brian Knight led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION Councilmember Shapiro moved and Councilmember Weintraub seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Pam Lee provided a closed session report indicating there was no reportable action. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Shapiro commented on attending the Rejuve Headspa grand opening ; attendance at the 27th Annual Arbor Day Celebration; and wished the community a Happy Easter and Passover. Mayor Pro Tem Albrecht echoed Councilmember Shapiro’s well -wishes for those celebrating Easter and Passover; attendance at a meeting concerning the City’s 35th Anniversary celebration; and commendation of the Arbor Day Celebrati [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Joint Planning Commission and Architectural Review Panel Special Meeting

✓ Decided: Planning Commission adopts revised design standards and recommends resolution to City Council

The Commission approved the consent calendar items, including the March 5, 2026 minutes and a single‑family residence at 3800 Prado del Trigo. It adopted several amendments to the proposed Objective Design Standards—prohibiting cupolas, allowing white gutters, windows, doors and accent colors, adding California alder, scrub oak and a new white palette option, and granting the director discretion to modify the tree list—while rejecting a Class A siding requirement and a motion to remove certain existing trees. The body also adopted Resolution 2026‑816, recommending the revised standards to the City Council. No public comments were received.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Washburn called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Alternate Commissioner Steiner led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Harrison, Fassberg and Alternate Steiner. Absent: Chair Huzaineh, excused. Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein ; City Planner Tom Bartlett; Planner, Jaclyn Rackerby; Senior Planner Glenn Michitsch. Consultants: Amee Bhatt, JKA Architects; John Kaliski, JKA Architects APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Fassberg mo ved, and Commissioner Lia seconded the motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS Vice Chair Washburn recommended that anyone who is not familiar with the Images of America book, which includes a forward written by May or Bozajian, should seek out a copy to read or purchase from the Calabasas Library. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: March 5, 2026. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes March 19, 2026 Page 2 of 6 2. Adoption of Planning Commission Resolution 2026-815, approving File No. SPR- 2025-010, a proposal to construct a single-family residence located at 3800 Prado del Trigo consistent with the Planning Commission’s direction on March 5, 2026. MOTION Commissioner Harrison moved to ap [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Commission appointed Laurel Ford as President and Stephanie Adams as Vice President

The Library Commission unanimously approved new leadership for the 2026‑27 term, naming Laurel Ford as President and Stephanie Adams as Vice President. It also moved the OG Readers tutoring program proposal onto the agenda for discussion at the next meeting. Additionally, the commission cancelled the regularly scheduled February meeting, opting for a special meeting in February or a regular meeting in March.

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MINUTES LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026 CALL TO ORDER President Parmar called the Special Meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Student Commissioner Tchaprazian led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: President Monica Parmar, Vice President Laurel Ford; Commissioner Stephanie Adams; Commissioner Julie Shy-Sobol and Student Commissioner Laricia Tchaprazian Staff: City Librarian Barbara Lockwood; Deputy City Manager Michael McConville and Executive Assistant Il Sarah Abdali. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Shy-Sobol moved, Vice President Ford seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATIONS Deputy City Manager McConville gave a presentation on the community outreach related to a potential sales tax initiative. He said that the City contracted with FM3 Research to conduct a statistical survey to gauge voter sentiment on the measure. He also stated that the City Council is expected to vote in June 2026 on whether to place the sales tax initiative on the November ballot. PUBLIC COMMENT Isabella Gonzalez spoke about Orton-Gillingham teaching method which has been proven effective for individuals with Dyslexia. She said it would be worthwhile to bring OG Readers tutoring program to the Calabasas Library. Library Commission Special Meeting Minutes January 22, 2026 Page 2 of 3 Commissioner Shy-Sobol moved, Commissioner Adams seconded, a motion to plac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Special City Council Meeting - Ethics Training (AB 1234)

City Council to attend mandatory ethics training

The Calabasas City Council will hold a special meeting to complete mandatory ethics training required by State Assembly Bill 1234. No official business will be conducted during this session.

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✓ Decided: City Council completed mandatory ethics training for officials

City Attorney Pam Lee delivered a two‑hour mandatory ethics training to council members and senior staff, satisfying the requirement of State Assembly Bill 1234. The special meeting was called by Mayor James Bozajian at 4:00 p.m. and adjourned at 6:00 p.m. No other actions or votes were recorded.

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Special City Council Agenda March 11, 2026 Page 1 of 1 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026, 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION - 4:00 P.M. ROLL CALL NEW BUSINESS 1. AB 1234 BIANNUAL ETHICS TRAINING FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS Presented by City Attorney Pam Lee, Aleshire & Wynder, LLP, regarding State Assembly Bill 1234 – Mandatory Ethics Training. *Because a quorum of Councilmembers will be present, this training is noticed as a Special City Council meeting. No business will be transacted. ADJOURNMENT This agenda was posted in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Regular and adjourned regular meeting agendas may be amended up to 72 hours in advance of the meeting; Special meeting agendas may be posted 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Posted: 3/9/2026
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MINUTES SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the special meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , and Councilmembers Peter Kraut, David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; City Clerk Kristy Buxkemper; City Librarian Babara Lockwood; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Green; Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Director Michael Dyer; and Public Works Director Curtis Castle. NEW BUSINESS 1. AB 1234 Biannual Ethics Training for Elected Officials City Attorney Pam Lee conducted a 2- hour mandatory Ethics Training for C ity Councilmembers and Senior Staff in compliance with requirements set forth in State Assembly Bill 1234. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Bozajian adjourned the special meeting at 6:00 p.m. Approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Calabasas on March 25, 2026. _________________________________ JAMES R. BOZAJIAN, Mayor _______________________________ KRISTY BUXKEMPER, City Clerk Docusign Envelope ID: F9F43092-C6FE-8E83-81EC-E3B4DCAF7A49
Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 06:30 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: City adopts electric mobility devices ordinance regulating e‑bikes

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2026‑423, adding Chapter 10.24 “Electric Mobility Devices” to the municipal code and granting a CEQA exemption. The ordinance was approved after a second reading with the full text waived. Additional unanimous actions included approving the consent calendar items, confirming commission appointments, and amending the CalPERS contract.

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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , and Councilmembers Peter Kraut, David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo; Deputy City Manager Michael McConville; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Green; Public Works Director Curtis Castle ; and City Clerk Kristy Buxkemper. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Deputy Cienfuegos led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION Councilmember Shapiro moved and Councilmember Weintraub seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATIONS 1. Sheriff’s Crime Report for January 2026 Captain Dustin Carr of the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station provided Sheriff’s Department updates including announcement of an open house event on May 2, detailed staffing increases and a reduction of department vacancies, and introduced new Community Liaison Officer Deputy Santiago Cienfuegos. Councilmembers congratulated Deputy Cienfuegos on his appointment. Deputy Cienfuegos presented the crime report for January 2026, reviewing residential and commercial burglaries, grand thefts, assaults, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Environmental Commission Regular Meeting

Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Commission adopted resolution to update ADU ordinance to match state law

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from February 5, 2026, and adopted a resolution to recommend a new accessory dwelling unit ordinance to the City Council. It also approved a single‑family residence at 23656 Aster Trail and directed staff to prepare a resolution approving a site‑plan addition at 3800 Prado del Trigo. The Commission received and filed the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chair Huzaineh called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Huzaineh led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Harrison and Alternate Steiner. Absent: Commissioner Fassberg, excused. Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein; City Planner Tom Bartlett; Planner, Jaclyn Rackerby; Associate Planner Joel Hayes; Assistant Planner Rachel Zadikov APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Washburn_moved, and Commissioner Lia seconded the motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS. Commissioner Washburn announced that a special election is being held on May 5th by mail-in ballot. He asked everyone to please vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: February 5, 2026. MOTION Commissioner Washburn moved to approve the minutes as revised, and Commissioner Harrison seconded the motion. Ayes: Chair Huzaineh, Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Harrison and Alternate Steiner Noes: None Absent: Commissioner Fassberg Abstained: None Motion Carried: 5/0 2. Adoption of Planning Commission Resolution 2026-813, approving File No. SPR- 2023-007, a proposal to construct a single-family residence located at 23656 Aster Trail, on an undeveloped property consistent with Planning Commission direction o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Mayor's Youth Council Regular Meeting

Fri Feb 27, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approved $6.2M West Calabasas Road roundabout construction contract

The City Council approved the agenda and the consent calendar unanimously. It adopted the Arbor Day proclamation, approved professional services agreements for Tripepi Smith & Associates ($44,000) and RMG Communications ($275,000), and authorized a $1,278,687.06 landscape‑maintenance contract with SGD Enterprises. The Council also approved the $5,388,900 construction contract (total $6,197,235 with contingency) for the West Calabasas Road roundabout and unanimously supported an ordinance regulating electric‑mobility devices.

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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026 CLOSED SESSION The Council met in Closed Session at 6:0 0 p.m. with all Councilmembers present to discuss the following items: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1) Based on existing facts a nd circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, th ere is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: Two CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Public Works Director Curtis Castle led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayo r Pro Tem Edward Albrecht, and Councilmembers Peter Kraut, David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assi stant City Manager Scott Trujillo; Deputy City Manager Michael McConville; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Gr een; Public Works Director Curtis Castle; Clerk Kristy Buxkemper. APPROVAL OF AGENDA M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Review of proposed 9-home subdivision across from Calabasas High School

The Development Review Committee will conduct a pre-application review for a project to subdivide a 16.61 acre lot. The proposal includes 9 new single-family residences with a gated entry off Mulholland Hwy.

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Regular Development Review Committee Agenda February 17, 2026 Page 1 of 1 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, 2:00 PM CONFERENCE ROOM 3 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the Development Review Committee on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Development Review Committee. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during deliberation on those specific matters. NEW BUSINESS 1. File No.(s) PRE-APP 2025-003: Request for a Pre-Application Review for a project involving the subdivision of an existing 16.61 acre lot into 11 separate lots, containing a total of 9 new single-family residences; gated entry to the community with access off of Mulholland Hwy; internal roadways & driveways; retaining walls; drainage features; and oak tree impacts associated with the development. The proposed project is located on a vacant lot across from Calabasas High School (APN: 2080-014-004), within the Hillside Mountainous (HM) zoning district and Scenic Corridor (-SC) overlay zone. Assigned to: Glenn Michitsch, Senior Planner [email protected] (818) 224-1707 Jaclyn Rackerby, Planner [email protected] (818) 224-1705 VERBAL REPORTS ADJOURN
Mon Feb 16, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting

Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council to approve $103,770 increase to 2025 resurfacing contract

The council will consider a contract amendment that raises the 2025 resurfacing project amount from $398,087 to $501,857 with Toro Enterprises. Closed‑session legal counsel conferences will address two existing lawsuits and one potential lawsuit. The meeting also includes a quarterly investment report, appointments to the Mayor’s Youth Council, and an amendment to the CalPERS contract providing two additional years of service credit.

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✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approved CalPERS contract amendment adding 2-year service credit

The council adopted a resolution of intention and an ordinance to amend the CalPERS contract, providing two additional years of service credit for local miscellaneous members. It also approved a construction contract amendment that raises the 2025 resurfacing project cost to $501,857. The consent calendar, including the quarterly investment report and the minutes from previous meetings, was approved unanimously, and the Sheriff’s December 2025 crime report was received and filed.

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Regular City Council Agenda February 11, 2026 Page 1 of 3 CITY COUNCIL AMENDED AGENDA REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026, 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 PM ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) Mountains Restoration Trust, Inc. dba TreePeople Land Trust v. City of Calabasas (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 24STCV19154) 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)) Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City is deciding whether to initiate litigation. Number of Potential Cases: One CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION – 7:00 PM ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA CLOSED SESSION REPORT PRESENTATIONS 4. Sheriff's Crime Report - December 2025 COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the City Council on any matter not on the agenda that is within the Regular City Council Agenda February 11, 2026 Page 2 of 3 subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters wh [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 CLOSED SESSION The Council met in Closed Session at 6:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present to discuss the following items: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) Mountains Restoration Trust, Inc. dba TreePeople Land Trust v. City of Calabasas (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 24STCV19154) 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)) Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City is deciding whether to initiate litigation. Number of Potential Cases: One CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the regular meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Deputy De Matteo led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , and Councilmembers Peter Kraut, David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: Deputy City Manager Michael McConville; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Green; Public Works Director Curtis Castle; City Clerk Krist [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Planning Commission to review home construction project

The Calabasas Planning Commission will approve meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on a site plan review for a two-story home and ADU at 23656 Aster Trail.

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✓ Decided: Commission voted 4‑0 to have staff prepare approval for 23656 Aster Trail

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the January 15 meeting minutes unanimously. It then voted 4‑0 to direct staff to return with a resolution approving the site‑plan request for 23656 Aster Trail. The Director reported that the February 19 meeting was cancelled.

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Regular Planning Commission Agenda February 5, 2026 Page 1 of 2 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026, 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA ANNOUNCEMENTS PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the Planning Commission on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during deliberation on those specific matters. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion. Items may be pulled from the Consent Calendar for individual consideration. Pulled items will be considered immediately following approval of the Consent Calendar. 1. Meeting Minutes Recommendation: Approve the January 15, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. File No(s). SPR-2023-007, a request for a Site Plan Review to construct a 1,588 square-foot two-story home, a 413-square-foot garage, and an attached 800-square-foot ADU on a vacant lot located at 23656 Aster Trail (APN: 2072- 016-018 & 2072-016-014) within the Rural Community (RC) zoning district and Calabasas Highlands (-CH) overlay zone. Recommendation: 1. That the Commission direct Staff to prepare a resolution for approval, or a resolution for deni [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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-MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Washburn called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Fassberg led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Vice Chair Washburn, Commissioners Lia, Fassberg, and Harrison. Absent: Chair Huzaineh and Alternate Commissioner Steiner, excused. Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein ; Deputy City Attorney , John Fox; Senior Planner Glenn Michitsch; Associate Planner Joel Hayes; Deputy Public Works Director, Jay Dinkins; Tristan Leger, Senior Civil Engineer; and Soheil Sheikhlar, Assistant Engineer. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Fassberg moved, and Commissioner Lia seconded the motion, to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS. None PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: January 15, 2026. MOTION The minutes as revised were approved unanimously. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes February 5, 2026 Page 2 of 3 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S): 2. File No(s). SPR-2023-007 (Continued from 11/20/25): A request for a Site Plan Review to construct a 1,588-square-foot two-story home, a 413-square-foot first-floor garage, and an attached 800-square-foot ADU on the vacant lot located at 23656 Aster Trail(APN: 2072 -016-018 & 2072 -016-014 ). Also note, story poles have been installed a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 03:40 PM

City Council Special Meeting

City Council considers special election for 1% sales tax increase

The City Council will discuss declaring a fiscal emergency to call for a special all-mail ballot election on May 5, 2026. The proposed measure would increase the transactions and use tax by 1.00% to generate an estimated $5,300,000 annually for city services and public safety.

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✓ Decided: City Council declares fiscal emergency and calls special election for 1¢ tax

The council unanimously adopted a resolution declaring a fiscal emergency under Article XIII C. It also adopted a resolution calling a special municipal election on May 5, 2026, to place a one‑cent transactions and use tax measure on the ballot. An ordinance imposing a one‑percent transactions and use tax for general governmental purposes was approved. The mayor and city manager were authorized to prepare a written argument and execute required documents for the measure.

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Special City Council Agenda February 5, 2026 Page 1 of 2 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026, 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 REMOTE ATTENDEE: COUNCILMEMBER PETER KRAUT REMOTE LOCATION: 10015 WEST ROYAL OAK ROAD, UNIT 256 SUN CITY, ARIZONA 85351 CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION - 4:00 PM ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW BUSINESS 1. Calabasas Public Safety/City Services Measure Recommendation: Discuss and consider whether to (1) declare a fiscal emergency and to (2) call for a special stand-alone, all-mail ballot election for May 5, 2026 to submit to the voters a proposed measure that would increase the City’s transactions and use (sales) tax by 1.00% and provide an estimated $5,300,000 annually to support the City’s financial stability and maintain City services for residents and businesses, including wildfire preparedness and response, 911 sheriff response, addressing property crimes and burglaries, providing safe and clean public spaces, repairing roads, and protecting open space. If approved take the following actions: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-1994 unanimously declaring a Fiscal Emergency for the purposes of Article XIII C, Section 2(b) of the California Constitution (Unanimous vote required); and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-1995, to approve the following: a. Calling and giving notice of a Special Municipa [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026 CALL TO ORDER – OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM Mayor Bozajian called the special meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , and Councilmembers Peter Kraut ( attending from published and posted remote location), David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo; City Attorney Pam Lee; Chief Financial Officer Ron Ahlers; Community Development Director Michael Klein; Community Services Director Erica Green; Public Works Director Curtis Castle ; Clerk Kristy Buxkemper; and Sheriff’s Deputy Mason De Matteo PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mark Levinson led the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION Councilmember Shapiro moved and Councilmember Weintraub seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Weintraub congratulated Mark Levinson on his Spirit of Calabasas award. Mayor Pro Tem Albrecht commented on the renovations being done by the Caruso Group, welcoming the groundbreaking as construction continues at The Commons at Calabasas. Mayor Bozajian thanked the Chamber of Commerce for a successful installation banquet and thanked the Caruso team for a well-executed groundbreaking ceremony. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS Mark Levinson, representing th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director’s Hearing Regular Meeting

Tue Feb 3, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting

Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting - Closed Session (Amended Agenda)

City Council reviews existing and potential litigation in closed session

The Calabasas City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to discuss legal matters. Council members will confer with legal counsel about an existing lawsuit (City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, case No. 25STCP00642), consider whether to start a new lawsuit, and assess exposure to possible future litigation. All items are presented under Government Code Section 54956.9.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed litigation matters but took no formal action

The council met in closed session to discuss existing, anticipated, and potential litigation involving the City. City Attorney Pam Lee reported that there was no reportable action. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.

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Regular City Council Agenda January 28, 2026 Page 1 of 1 CITY COUNCIL AMENDED AGENDA REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026, 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION – 6:00 PM ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public may address the City Council on any matter not on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The public will also be given an opportunity to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during deliberation on those specific matters. CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)) Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City is deciding whether to initiate litigation. Number of Potential Cases: One 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1)) Based on existing facts and circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plantiff or plaintiffs, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: One *Item added by Amendment 1/23/2026 CLOSED SESSION REPORT ADJOURNMENT This agenda was [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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MINUTES SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026 CLOSED SESSION The Council met in Closed Session at 6:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present to discuss the following items: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)) Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City is deciding whether to initiate litigation. Number of Potential Cases: One 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1)) Based on existing facts and circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: One *Item added by Amendment 1/23/2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the closed session meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor James Bozajian, Mayor Pro Tem Edward Albrecht , and Councilmembers Peter Kraut, David Shapiro, and Alicia Weintraub Absent: None Sr. Staff: City Manager Kindon Meik; Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo; Deputy City Manager Michael McConville; City Attorney Pam Lee CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attor [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Traffic & Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Public Safety Commission Regular Meeting

Fri Jan 23, 2026 · 02:30 PM

Architectural Review Panel Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Panel approves site plan addition and adopts prior meeting minutes

The panel adopted the December 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The panel approved the site‑plan review for SPR‑2025‑010, a residential addition and garage project, also by a 3‑0 vote. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned to February 27, 2026.

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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW PANEL MINUTES FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026, 2:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 The meeting will be broadcast on CTV Channel 3 and the live stream of the meeting may be viewed online at www.cityofcalabasas.com/ctvlive The Architectural Review Panel reserves the right to alter the order of the agenda to allow for an effective meeting. Attendance at the entire meeting may be necessary to ensure interested parties hear a particular item. The City values and invites written comments from residents on ma tters set for Architectural Review Panel consideration. In order to provide panelists ample time to review all correspondence, any written communication must be submitted to the City Clerk’s office before 5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting. Notwithstanding copyright protections afforded under law, a ny written materials submitted to the Architectural Review Panel are public records under the Public Records Act. OPENING MATTERS: Chair Shepphird called the meeting to order at 2:30 PM. Present were Chair Shepphird and Panel members Dabach and Moradi. Staff present, Jaclyn Rackerby, Planner; Michael Klein, Community Development Director; Michael McConville, Deputy City Manager; and Scott Trujillo, Assistant City Manager. PRESENTATION: 1. Sales Tax Initiative Presentation: Assistant City Manager Trujillo and Deputy City Manager McConville gave a presentation discussing placing a sales tax [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Special Meeting

✓ Decided: Library Commission cancels Nov/Dec meetings, schedules Jan 2026 special session

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 15, 2025 minutes. Commissioners also voted unanimously to cancel the regularly scheduled November and December meetings and hold a special meeting in January 2026.

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MINUTES LIBRARY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2025 CALL TO ORDER President Parmar called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Student Commissioner Tchaprazian led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: President Monica Parmar, Vice-President Laurel Ford; Commissioner Stephanie Adams; and Student Commissioner Laricia Tchaprazian Absent: Commissioner Julie Shy-Sobol and Commissioner Mark Shear. Staff: City Librarian Barbara Lockwood; Deputy City Manager Michael Mcconville; Senior Librarian Karilyn Steward; and Executive Assistant II Sarah Abdali. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Vice President Ford moved, Commissioner Adams seconded a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no announcements. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Vice-President Ford moved, Commissioner Adams seconded a motion to approve the September 15, 2025 minutes. The motion carried unanimously. 9 of 23 NEW BUSINESS Library Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 Page 2 of 2 2. Senior Librarian Steward delivered a PowerPoint presentation honoring the Calabasas Library Teen Volunteers for their dedicated service and presented each with a certificate of recognition. She said that certificates will be mailed to the volunteers who were unable to attend. The Library Commissioners also commended the volunteers for their con [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Commission approved agenda, minutes and adjourned meeting unanimously

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting. The commission then unanimously adjourned the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Page 1 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, January 21, 2026 6:00 PM 100 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302 www.cityofcalabasas.com Opening Matters: ▪ Call to Order / Roll Call of Commission Members Chair Heumann called the meeting to order at 6 :00 pm. In attendance: Chair Michael Heumann, Vice Chair Ford, Commisioner Silverman , Commissioner Steffen, and Commissioner Ferdows, and Student Commissioner Ava Kingsrud. Staff present: City Planner Tom Bartlett and Associate Planner Joel Hayes ▪ Pledge of Allegiance: Vice Chair Ford led the Pledge of Allegiance. ▪ Approval of Agenda : Vice Chair Ford made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Kingsrud seconded the motion. Motion carried 6/0. ▪ Announcements and Introductions from Commissioners: None Oral Communications – Public Comment: For citizens wishing to address the Commission on matters not on the agenda. Presentations: 1. An eagle scout presented a volunteer project to improve the pathway along the Park Moderne Birdpath landmark #5 and restore the existing signage and entry way posts. 2. City Manager Kindon Meik and Assistant City Manager Scott Trujillo gave a Sales Tax Initiatve presentation to the Historic Preservation Commission members. Consent Item(s): 3. Approval of Minutes: December 17, 2025. Commissioner Steffen moved to approve the minutes of December 17, 2025 and Commissioner Ferdows seconded the motion. Motion carried 6 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Community Development Director's Hearing Regular Meeting

Review of glass patio construction for Shibuya restaurant

The Community Development Director will hold a public hearing to consider an administrative plan review for a restaurant tenant. The request involves adding an enclosed glass patio to an existing outdoor dining area.

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORS HEARING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2026, 2:00 P.M. 100 CIVIC CENTER WAY, CALABASAS, CA 91302 The Community Development Director’s Hearing reserves the right to alter the order of the agenda to allow for an effective meeting. Attendance at the entire meeting may be necessary to ensure interested parties hear a particular item. The City values and invites written comments from residents on ma tters set for Community Development Director’s Hearing consideration. In order to provide ample time to review all correspondence, any written communication must be submitted to the City Clerk’s office before 5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting. Any written materials submitted to the Community Development Director’s Hearing are public records under the Public Records Act. OPENING MATTERS: ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – PUBLIC COMMENT: PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S): 1. File No: APR-2025-012: Request for an Administrative Plan Review to construct a 305 square -foot enclosed glass patio around a previously approved outdoor dining area for the new restaurant tenant Shibuya, located at 5749 Las Virgenes Rd Suite C in the Commercial Retail (CR) zoning district and the Scenic Corridor (-SC) overlay zone. CEQA: The project is exempt from environmental review in accordance with Section 15061 (b)(3)(General Rule Exemption) and Section 5301 (Existing Facilities) of the California CEQA Guidelines. Recommendation: Staff recommends the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Communications and Technology Commission Regular Meeting

Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting - Cancelled

Mon Jan 19, 2026 · 06:30 PM

Library Commission Regular Meeting - Cancelled

Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: Planning Commission reorganized: Huzaineh named Chair, Washburn named Vice Chair

The commission approved its agenda and the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously elected Vice Chair Huzaineh as the new Chair and Commissioner Washburn as Vice Chair. The three Architectural Review Panel members were reappointed for another two‑year term, and Washburn and Commissioner Harrison were appointed to a selection committee for recruiting two alternate panel positions.

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chair Fassberg called the meeting to order at 6:08 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chair Huzaineh led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Fassber g, Vice Chair Huzaineh, Commissioners Lia, Washburn, Harrison and Alternate Steiner. Absent: None. Staff: Community Development Director, Michael Klein APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Lia m oved, and Commissioner Washburn seconded the motion, to approve the agenda. The motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS. Commissioner Washburn spoke regarding the sale of Boething Treeland Nursery in Woodland Hills to Dignity Memorial Cemetery. He spoke regarding the effects of the new cemetery on the Aroyo Calabasas watershed and that monitoring may be needed. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes: November 20, 2025. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes January 15, 2026 Page 2 of 3 MOTION Commissioner Lia moved to approve the minutes, and Commissioner Washburn seconded the motion. Ayes: Chair Fassberg, Vice Chair Huzaineh, Commissioners Lia, Washburn, Harrison and Alternate Steiner Noes: None Absent: None Abstained: None Motion Carried: 5/0 NEW BUSINESS 2. Reorganization of the Planning Commission: Chair Fassberg moved to nominate Vice Chair Huzaineh as the new Chair of the Plann [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: City Council approved $89K energy contract and other appointments

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the consent calendar, which included the City Council minutes from December 2025, committee appointments and a name change, a professional services agreement with Cumming Management Group for up to $89,000, and a professional services agreement with Willdan Energy Solutions. No other substantive actions were recorded.

Minutes
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026 CLOSED SESSION The Council met in Closed Session at 6:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present to discuss the following items: 0. Conference with Legal Counsel: Potential for Litigation Against the City (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1)) Based on existing facts and circumstances which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. Number of Potential Cases: One (Amended Agenda item added 1/9/2026) 1. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) City of Calabasas v. County Sanitation District No. 2, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 25STCP00642) 2. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) TNHC Canyon Oaks, LLC v. City of Calabasas, et al. (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCP01819) 3. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)) Mountains Restoration Trust, Inc. dba TreePeople Land Trust v. City of Calabasas (Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 24STCV19154) CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bozajian called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Public Works Director Curtis Castle led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Jame [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Parks, Recreation and Education Commission Regular Meeting

Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 02:00 PM

Development Review Committee Regular Meeting - Cancelled

Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Calabasas Community Foundation Board Regular Meeting

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