Hidden Hills public meetings in 2025

Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting - December 1, 2025

The City Council will consider adopting two ordinances (Nos. 406 and 407) amending the municipal code on accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units to align with recent state law changes. The meeting also includes a public hearing on waste management rates, reorganization of the council to select mayor and mayor pro tem, and a consent calendar with several routine approvals and second readings of ordinances on affordable housing and drone regulation.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 406 and 407 updating ADU/JADU regulations per state law
• Public hearing on waste management rates (staff report and attachments provided)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 404 amending affordable housing overlay in the CR Zone
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 405 adding regulation of drones and unmanned aircraft systems
• Approval of agreement with Disco Inc. for AI-powered library platform

The City Council elected Joseph Loggia as Mayor and Stuart Siegel as Mayor Pro Tem. The Council approved new solid waste service rates effective January 1, 2026, and adopted ordinances to update ADU and JADU regulations to comply with state law.

• Elected Joseph Loggia as Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Stuart Siegel as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1051 for solid waste service rates effective Jan 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 406 and Ordinance No. 407 regarding ADU and JADU regulations
• Approved Consent Calendar including Ordinance No. 404 (Affordable Housing Overlay) and Ordinance No. 405 (Drone Regulation)
• Deferred agreement with Disco Inc. for AI-powered library platform to January 12, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting - November 10, 2025

The City Council will hold public hearings to consider a variance for a home at 5808 Hilltop Road, adopt the 2021-2029 Housing Element and related zoning amendments, and give second reading to the 2025 California Building Standards Code. The consent calendar includes introduction of a drone ordinance and acceptance of financial reports. Old business includes release of an RFP for Mureau Road/Round Meadow landscape improvements and the 2025 Fiesta report.

• Public hearing on variance for 5808 Hilltop Road to allow a 21'4" front-yard setback encroachment and a retaining wall into side-yard setback
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution No. 1050 and Ordinance No. 404 adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element and amending affordable housing overlay regulations in the CR Zone
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 403 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and other state codes
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 405 to add regulations on drones and unmanned aircraft systems
• Release of RFP for Mureau Road / Round Meadow Landscape and Hardscape Improvements Project

The City Council adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element and introduced an ordinance amending the CR Zone affordable housing overlay, both passing 4-1. It also approved a variance for a new home at 5808 Hilltop Road (3-1-1) and adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Code (4-1). Additionally, the council authorized release of an RFP for the Round Meadow/Mureau Road landscape project and adjourned the proposed solid waste rate increase to December 1.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1050 and introduced Ordinance No. 404 for 2021-2029 Housing Element and CR Zone overlay (4-1)
• Approved Variance No. 387 for setback encroachments at 5808 Hilltop Road, subject to conditions (3-1-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 403 updating building codes to 2025 California standards (4-1)
• Authorized staff to issue RFP for Round Meadow/Mureau Road landscape and hardscape improvements (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items A-J (unanimous, Siegel abstained on item A)
• Adjourned proposed solid waste rate increase to December 1, 2025 meeting

Regular City Council Meeting - October 13, 2025

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a variance application for a new home and retaining wall at 5808 Hilltop Road, continued from September 17, 2025. The council will also consider adopting the 2025 California Building Codes and approving a city manager employment agreement. Consent items include approval of demands, financial reports, and a Measure M capital reserve agreement with LACMTA.

• Variance V-387 for 21'4" front-yard and 25' side-yard encroachments at 5808 Hilltop Road (continued hearing).
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 403 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and related codes.
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 402 amending municipal code section on fees.
• Approval of a City Manager Employment Agreement for Gloria Molleda.
• Authorization for LA County to perform a biennial audit of the city's Sewer System Management Plan.

Special City Council Meeting - October 10, 2025

This special meeting is called solely for a closed session under the Ralph M. Brown Act to confer with legal counsel regarding the initiation of litigation (one potential case). No other business will be conducted; the open session includes only call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Closed session authorized under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4) for discussion of potential litigation (one case)

The City Council met in closed session to discuss one potential litigation case. Upon reconvening in open session, the City Attorney reported that no reportable action was taken by the Council.

• Adjourned to closed session to address potential litigation (unanimous)
• Reconvened to open session; no reportable action taken (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting - September 22, 2025

This is a special meeting called solely for a closed session. The City Council will discuss the City Manager's performance evaluation, employment, labor negotiations, and possible discipline, dismissal, or appointment. No other public business is conducted.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
• Closed session: Public employment and appointment for City Manager
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator regarding City Manager
• Closed session: Public employee discipline/dismissal/release for City Manager

The City Council met in special closed session. After the session, the council reported two actions: voted 5-0 to dismiss the city manager, and voted 5-0 to appoint Gloria Molleda as the new city manager, subject to approval of an employment agreement at the next regular meeting in October.

• Dismissed city manager (5-0)
• Appointed Gloria Molleda as City Manager (5-0), subject to employment agreement approval in October

Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting - September 17, 2025

The City Council will consider approving an exclusive franchise agreement with G.I. Industries for solid waste, recyclable, and organic waste collection. They will also conduct second readings of ordinances amending construction site control measures and increasing the city manager's purchasing authority to $10,000, and introduce an ordinance amending land use permit requirements for very high fire severity zones. A public hearing will be held on a variance application for a new home at 5808 Hilltop Road. The consent calendar includes payments and reports for the Valley Circle/Long Valley Road sidewalk improvement project.

• Exclusive franchise agreement with G.I. Industries for waste collection services (Old Business 9.A)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 400 on construction and demolition site control measures
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 401 increasing city manager purchasing authority from $5,000 to $10,000
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 402 amending land use permits for very high fire severity zones
• Variance application V-387 for a front-yard setback encroachment at 5808 Hilltop Road

The City Council unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included ordinances to update construction site control measures and increase the City Manager's purchasing authority. The Council also discussed the proposed cemetery at the former Boething Treeland property and received public safety reports.

• Approved Ordinance No. 400 amending construction and demolition site control measures (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 401 increasing City Manager purchasing authority from $5,000 to $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Willdan Engineering proposal for Stormwater Construction General Permit updates (unanimous)
• Approved payment to LA Bureau of Engineering for Valley Circle/Long Valley Road project plan review (unanimous)
• Approved Register of Demands for September 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued Variance Application No. V-387 for 5808 Hilltop Road to October 13, 2025 (4-0-1)

Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting - August 22, 2025

The City Council will consider consent items including a $293,806 contract with Toro Enterprises for micro-surfacing streets and parking lots, along with second readings of ordinances on fire hazard zones and municipal code amendments. Public hearings on a variance and development permits have been continued to September 8. The meeting also includes reports from the fire department, sheriff, and emergency services.

• Award of $293,806 micro-surface contract to Toro Enterprises for Round Meadow, Long Valley, and Spring Valley Roads, plus City Hall and Round Meadow School parking lots
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 398 designating fire hazard severity zones and amending Section 4-3-5 of the Municipal Code
• Ratification of emergency purchase of a new City Hall Council Chamber HVAC system
• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 400 amending construction and demolition site control measures
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 401 amending purchasing regulations

The City Council approved several ordinances, including the designation of Fire Hazard Severity Zones and an increase in the City Manager's purchasing authority. The council also awarded a street micro-surface contract and ratified an emergency HVAC purchase for City Hall.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 398 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones
• Adopted Ordinance No. 399 amending Municipal Code Section 1-8-1
• Introduced Ordinance No. 401 to increase City Manager purchasing authority from $5,000 to $10,000
• Introduced Ordinance No. 400 regarding construction and demolition site control measures
• Ratified emergency purchase of new City Hall Council Chamber HVAC system
• Awarded City street and parking lot micro-surface contract
• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Continued Variance No. V-387 (5808 Hilltop Road) to September 8, 2025

Special City Council Meeting - July 28, 2025

This is a special city council meeting with only procedural content: call to order, notice, and public comment instructions. No specific action items, ordinances, or discussions are listed on the agenda. The meeting appears to be purely administrative.

• No substantive items listed on the agenda

The City Council approved the formation of a City Building and Development Standards Committee to review building codes and responsibilities. Council Member Laura McCorkindale and Mayor Pro Tem Joe Loggia were appointed to serve on the committee. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved formation of City Building and Development Standards Committee
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Joe Loggia to committee
• Appointed Council Member Laura McCorkindale to committee
• Adjourned meeting

Regular City Council Meeting - July 14, 2025

The City Council will consider a $293,806 micro-surface contract for Round Meadow, Long Valley, and Spring Valley roads and parking lots, and hold a public hearing to adopt a new fire hazard severity zone ordinance. Consent items include $12,800 catch basin repairs, $11,400 for license plate recognition cameras, and reappointments to insurance and personnel authorities. A variance request at 5808 Hilltop Road has no staff recommendation due to incomplete plans.

• Award of $293,806 micro-surface contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for streets and parking lots (contingency up to $323,286.60)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 398 designating fire hazard severity zones per CAL FIRE maps
• Approval of $10,626 catch basin repairs plus 20% contingency (not to exceed $12,800)
• Purchase and installation of three Flock Safety license plate recognition cameras for $11,400
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 397 on city manager absence; update of personnel rules and salary schedule

The City Council held a public hearing for variance request V-387 at 5808 Hilltop Road but did not take a vote. Staff recommended continuing the hearing due to missing information, and the council allowed public testimony before continuing the item to a future meeting. The council also received updates from the Sheriff's Department and Public Safety Manager, including reports on a recent burglary and June compliance statistics.

• Continued public hearing for variance V-387 (front and side yard setback encroachment at 5808 Hilltop Road) — no vote taken

Regular City Council Meeting June 9, 2025

The Hidden Hills City Council will hold a public hearing on staff vacancies as required by law, then consider a consent calendar including routine approvals and several ordinances. Under new business, the council will adopt the FY 2025-26 budget, a reserve policy, and an investment policy; vote on letters for state legislation; and select a Charter/Spectrum network upgrade technology.

• Adoption of FY 2025-26 budget (Resolution No. 1044) and General Fund Reserve Policy
• Approval of Resolution No. 1041 for SB1 road funding of $45,311
• Selecting High Split/Network Evolution technology from Charter (Spectrum) with tentative start April 2026
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 396 on construction and demolition site control measures
• Repair of City Hall exterior handrails by Polychrome Construction for $4,540

Stuart E. Siegel was sworn in as an appointed City Council member. The council unanimously approved the 14-item consent calendar (5-0), including SB1 road funding, an ordinance on construction/demolition controls, a technology reimbursement policy, and personnel rule amendments. A public hearing on staff vacancies was continued to the July meeting. No decision was made on internet infrastructure options; the item was discussed only.

• Appointed Stuart E. Siegel to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items A–N (5-0; Siegel abstained on item A)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1041 for SB1 road maintenance funding ($45,311)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 396 (construction/demolition site controls and penalties)
• Approved technology reimbursement policy for council members
• Approved repair of City Hall exterior handrails
• Approved amendments to personnel rules and salary schedule
• Continued public hearing on staff vacancies to July 14, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting - May 12, 2025

The Hidden Hills City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of Ordinance No. 393 and Resolution No. 1040, which would create administrative penalties for construction and demolition violations. The Council will also consider whether to fill a vacant seat by special election or appointment. Other business includes authorizing bids for road micro-surfacing and approving additional funds for a backup generator.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 393 and Resolution No. 1040 regarding administrative penalties for construction/demolition violations
• Consideration of filling City Council vacancy — special election (Nov 4, 2025) or appointment
• Authorization to advertise for bids to micro-surface Long Valley Road, Spring Valley Road, Round Meadow Road, Round Meadow School parking lot, and City Hall parking lot
• Approval of additional funds for upgraded City Hall backup generator
• Decision on High Split technology option for Charter internet installation with tentative April 2026 date

The City Council introduced an ordinance to update construction and demolition regulations, including new fines for violations and stricter standards for dust, noise, and site safety. The ordinance was subject to a public hearing and received its first reading.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 393 amending construction code (First Reading)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1040 creating administrative penalties for violations
• Set fines at $250 for first offense, $400 for second, $1,500 for additional violations within one year
• Prohibited grading and outdoor equipment during red-flag warning days
• Required 72-hour advance notice signs for construction projects
• Mandated 14-day advance notification for properties within 500 feet of a project
• Required dust control plans for all projects, with stop-work authority for three significant dust events
• Required pest control clearance before demolition permits for homes built prior to 1992

Regular City Council Meeting - April 14, 2025

The Hidden Hills City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regulating construction and demolition projects, and consider a consent calendar including approval of minutes, demands, financial reports, and several agreements. New business includes amending the city classification plan to create a new position and appointing a City Manager with an employment agreement.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 393 amending the Municipal Code for construction and demolition projects
• Approval of Amendment No. 3 to professional services agreement with Van Lant & Fankhanel, LLC for auditing services
• Approval of filing Notice of Completion for the Little Hollow Undergrounding Project
• Approval of landscape maintenance services agreement with Sperber Landcare Services
• Appointment of City Manager and approval of employment agreement (item 10.B)

The Council unanimously appointed Sean Bayliss as City Manager effective April 15, 2025, with a $200,000 base salary, vehicle allowance, and discretionary raises beginning FY2026-27. It also approved a new hourly Deputy City Manager position at $65-$75/hr, with Interim City Manager Gloria Molleda staying temporarily to assist. The consent calendar (items A-M) was approved unanimously. A first reading of a construction and demolition ordinance was introduced but not adopted; Council directed staff to incorporate refinements and return with a revised ordinance.

• Appointed Sean Bayliss as City Manager (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager employment agreement with $200k salary, $500/month vehicle allowance (unanimous)
• Created Deputy City Manager position via Resolution No. 1039, pay range $65-$75/hr (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items A-M (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of Construction & Demolition Site Control Ordinance (Ordinance No. 393) but tabled for revisions
• Received and filed February 2025 sheriff’s report showing zero Part One crimes

Regular City Council Meeting - March 10, 2025

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding red flag warnings and accessory dwelling units. The meeting also includes a mid-year budget report and various service agreements for public safety and infrastructure.

• Ordinance No. 393: Restricting activities during Red Flag Warnings
• Ordinance No. 395: Amending Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior ADU regulations
• Professional services agreement with Fire Grazers Inc. for perimeter brush clearance
• Purchase of a new backup generator for City Hall
• Agreement with StudioMA, Inc. for Mureau Road/Round Meadow Road landscaping construction documentation

The City Council approved the mid-year budget report for FY 2024-25, including recommended budget adjustments, noting the city remains financially sound with no significant shortfalls. Also approved the consent calendar which included ordinances restricting activities during Red Flag warnings and updating ADU regulations to comply with state law, along with contracts for brush clearance, generator purchase, and Firewise recognition. Authorized a professional services agreement for the Round Meadow/Mural Road landscape and hardscape construction documentation and administration.

• Approved Council Member Loggia's remote participation due to medical reasons (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items A-N, including Red Flag ordinance and ADU code update (unanimous)
• Approved mid-year budget report and recommended budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Authorized Service Authorization No. 2E with Studio MA, Inc. for Round Meadow landscaping project (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting - February 16, 2025

This special meeting has a single item: approval of a letter opposing the disposal of Palisades and Eaton Fire debris at the Calabasas Landfill. The letter cites health and environmental risks and criticizes lack of local consultation. The council will decide whether to send it before the Board of Supervisors meeting.

• Approval of a letter opposing debris disposal at Calabasas Landfill
• Letter opposes expanded landfill hours (7 AM–6 PM) and increased tonnage (up to 5,000 tons/day)
• Supports City of Calabasas in seeking injunctive relief and legal coordination
• Draft letter calls for alternative disposal sites outside high-population areas

The City Council approved a letter opposing the disposal of fire debris from the Palisades and Eden fires at the Calabasas landfill. The letter was amended to include specific opposition to the landfill's request for an Environmental Quality Act exemption and the acceptance of material from outside the waste shed.

• Approved draft opposition letter with amendments regarding waste shed and Environmental Quality Act (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting 2-10-25

The Hidden Hills City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one restricting activities during red flag warnings (continued from December) and another amending accessory dwelling unit regulations to comply with state law. The council will also discuss a future library concept and consider appointing a new city attorney. Consent items include approval of financial reports and a correction to the Gann appropriations limit.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 393 restricting activities during Red Flag Warnings
• Consideration of Urgency Ordinance No. 394 and Ordinance No. 395 amending ADU regulations to comply with state law
• Update on Future Library Concepts and recommendation to approve new agreement for development services
• Resolution No. 1037 appointing Lauren Langer as City Attorney and approving agreement with Best Best and Krieger
• Approval of Emergency Operations Plan consultant proposal with KJ Consultant

The February 10, 2025, regular meeting of the Hidden Hills City Council was held. The minutes list agenda items including consent calendar approvals, public hearings on red-flag-warning restrictions and accessory-dwelling-unit amendments, and a resolution to appoint a city attorney, but no voting outcomes or final decisions are recorded in the provided text. The meeting was procedural in nature with no recorded substantive actions.