Simi Valley public meetings in 2023

City Council Meeting 12/18/2023 (Closed Session starts at 6:00 PM)

The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including software licenses and vehicle contracts. The meeting also includes second readings of ordinances regarding residential parking standards and West End Specific Plan land use.

• Contract award to Elk Grove Auto Group for eleven Dodge Durango pursuit utility vehicles
• Purchase of Microsoft software licenses from SoftwareOne Inc.
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1353 regarding residential off-street parking and landscaping standards
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1354 regarding West End Specific Plan land use amendments
• Appointment to the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee

The City Council approved several ordinances regarding residential parking, landscaping, and West End land use. Additionally, the council approved various consent calendar items including software licenses and vehicle purchases.

• Appointed Anthony Angelini to the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved October and November 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Monthly Investment Report for November 2023 (4-0)
• Approved California State Library grant and supplemental budget for library services (4-0)
• Received Community Facilities District No. 2004-1 Annual Accountability Report (4-0)
• Awarded Microsoft software license contract to SoftwareOne, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded vehicle purchase contract to Elk Grove Auto Group (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1353 regarding residential parking and landscaping standards (4-0)

11-13-23 SVUSD Special Board Meeting - Expulsion (at District Office)

The Simi Valley Unified School District Board of Education called a special meeting for Nov. 13, 2023, at 101 W. Cochran Street. The board will enter closed session to consider confidential student matters under California Education Codes 48916 and 49073-49079. Specifically, members will review a recommendation regarding an expulsion for student case #7 (Resolution #29-23/24). The president will report any action taken when the meeting reconvenes in open session.

• Closed session to review confidential student expulsion case #7 (Resolution #29-23/24) per Education Codes 48916 and 49073-49079
• Board president will report any closed-session actions in open session
• Special meeting location: 101 W. Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA, 93065

12-12-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting and Re-Organizational Meeting/1st. Interim

The Board of Education will conduct an annual organizational meeting to elect officers and designate committee representatives. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss student matters, labor negotiations, and real property.

• Election of Board President, Clerk, and Secretary
• Designation of Board representatives for various committees
• Closed session discussion regarding 18 student readmit cases
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators (SEA and CSEA)
• Real property negotiation regarding Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street

12-07-23 SVUSD Special Board Meeting - Bond Workshop (at District Office)

The Board of Education is conducting a workshop regarding Measure X project updates and facility needs. The discussion includes current projects, postponed projects, and the consideration of a bond beyond Measure X.

• Measure X update on current and remaining projects
• Discussion of postponed projects
• Review of facility vision and master plans
• Consideration of a bond beyond Measure X

Planning Commission Meeting

The Simi Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two main items. Staff will review a request to extend the approval timeline for a 28-unit senior apartment project at 1424 Patricia Avenue, which would allow construction to proceed under previous approvals. The commission will also consider a city-initiated code amendment to update development standards and design guidelines for residential accessory structures, affecting how property owners design and place sheds or garages on their lots citywide. Additional agenda items include reviewing street tree policies, confirming 2024 meeting dates, and approving the annual review of planning by-laws.

• Public hearing on PD-S-2023-0007: 3-year time extension for a previously approved 28-unit senior apartment project at 1424 Patricia Avenue
• Public hearing on Z-S-2023-0005: City-initiated code amendment to update design guidelines and development standards for residential accessory structures citywide
• Review of street tree policies and the Tree Advisory Board’s role
• Confirmation of 2024 Planning Commission meeting dates
• Consent calendar item for the annual review of Planning Commission By-Laws

The Planning Commission approved a three-year time extension for a 28-unit senior apartment project at 1424 Patricia Avenue. The Commission also recommended a municipal code amendment regarding residential accessory structures to the City Council with suggested clarifications.

• Approved three-year time extension for 28-unit senior apartment building at 1424 Patricia Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of residential accessory structure code amendments to City Council with changes (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Approved the October 18, 2023, meeting minutes by consensus
• Approved the Consent Calendar by consensus

City Council Meeting 12/04/2023 ( Closed Session starts at 5:00 PM)

The City Council will consider amendments to residential parking and landscaping standards, as well as updates to the West End Specific Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on community project grant criteria and a potential contract for legal counsel.

• Municipal Code Amendments (Z-S-2023-0006) regarding residential parking and landscaping
• West End Specific Plan Amendment (SP-S-2023-0001) regarding commercial and industrial land use
• Waterworks District No. 8 opt-out recommendation for foam products litigation
• Agreement for professional consultant investment services with Benefit Financial Services Group, LLC
• Contract with Burke Williams & Sorensen for City Attorney and Legal Counsel services

The City Council approved a series of resolutions including the 2024 meeting schedule and professional investment services. They also passed an amended ordinance regarding the West End Specific Plan.

• Appointed Council Member Rhodes as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1353 to modify residential parking, landscaping, and gate standards (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1354 to amend the West End Specific Plan (5-0)
• Approved Waterworks District No. 8 request to opt-out of foam products litigation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-47 for deferred compensation investment services (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-48 establishing the 2024 City Council meeting schedule (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-49 accepting public improvements for Tract No. 6024 (5-0)

11-14-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to discuss student matters, labor negotiations, and real property at Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering personnel, educational services, and business operations.

• Real property negotiation for Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $9,192,485.57
• Change order for MPR Plaza Project at Royal High School
• Ratification of Simi Valley High School Kitchen Modernization Phase II lease-leaseback to Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC
• Change order for Santa Susana High School security fencing

City Council Meeting 11/13/2023

The City Council will review several routine items including meeting minutes and investment reports. The agenda also features a series of contract awards for transit software, pump maintenance, and road rehabilitation funds.

• Appointment of a commissioner to the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura Board of Commissioners
• Acceptance of rubberized asphalt concrete pavement grant funds and supplemental budget request for Streets and Roads Fund
• Award of contract to Remix Technologies LLC for bus service planning and scheduling software
• Award of contract to General Pump Company, LLC for well and booster pump maintenance and repairs

The City Council approved several items including a new commissioner for the Area Housing Authority and various municipal contracts. The council also accepted grant funds for road maintenance and awarded a contract for bus service software.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-46 appointing Tracy Bodis to the AHA Board of Commissioners (5-0)
• Approved September 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed the AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Report (5-0)
• Approved October 2023 Monthly Investment Report (5-0)
• Approved Supplemental Budget Request for Streets and Roads Fund (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Remix Technologies LLC for bus service software (5-0)
• Awarded contract to General Pump Company, LLC for pump maintenance (5-0)

City Council Meeting 11/06/2023

The Simi Valley City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 9 of the Municipal Code, which would update standards for residential off-street parking, front yard landscaping, and rear yard vehicle access gates. The council is also scheduled to vote on authorizing a contract change order with Schneider Electric Buildings America for improvements at the Simi Valley Water Quality Control Plant. Other agenda items include appointing members to the Special Event Support Review Committee and receiving a quarterly grant performance report. These actions address potential changes to local residential development standards and routine infrastructure maintenance funding.

• Public hearing on Municipal Code Amendments (Z-S-2023-0006) modifying residential parking, landscaping, and gate standards
• New business item to authorize a contract change order with Schneider Electric Buildings America for Simi Valley Water Quality Control Plant improvements
• Appointment of members to the Special Event Support Review Committee
• Proclamation declaring November 11–18, 2023 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
• Consent calendar item to receive first-quarter performance reports for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Community Projects Grant

The City Council continued a public hearing regarding residential parking and landscaping amendments to the Municipal Code. The council also appointed members to the 2024 Special Event Support Review Committee and authorized a contract change order for water quality plant improvements.

• Appointed five members to the 2024 Special Event Support Review Committee (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on Municipal Code amendment Z-S-2023-0006 to December 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Received and filed FY 2023-24 Community Projects Grant Performance Reports (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate a change order with Schneider Electric for water quality plant improvements (5-0)

City Council Meeting 10/23/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will conduct a closed session regarding existing litigation before moving to an open session. The agenda includes various appointments, certificates of appreciation, and the second reading of Ordinance No. 1352 regarding residential design standards.

• Closed Session: Joseph R. Pesce v. City of Simi Valley (Workers' Compensation)
• Closed Session: Bruce Boyer v. City of Simi Valley
• Acceptance of $14,509 from the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for eCitation expansion
• Contract award to Econolite for Signal Head Replacements and Retroreflective Backplates Project
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1352 regarding SB 9 residential design standards

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1352 to establish design standards for two-unit developments and subdivision regulations in response to Senate Bill 9. The Council also approved several appointments to Neighborhood Councils and the Youth Employment Service Advisory Board.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1352 regarding SB 9 residential standards (5-0)
• Appointed members to four Neighborhood Council Executive Boards (5-0)
• Appointed three members to the Youth Employment Service Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved August 28 and August 30 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Supplemental Budget Request for eCitation System grant (5-0)
• Approved Quarterly Trustee Investment Report (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Econolite for signal head replacements (5-0)
• Approved reallocation of Samaritan Center COVID-19 grant funds (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding the West End Specific Plan. The proposal includes modifying the land use matrix for commercial and industrial uses and updating development standards for retail stores.

• Public hearing for SP-S-2023-0001 to modify the West End Specific Plan land use matrix
• Proposed updates to development standards for retail stores

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding SP-S-2023-0001 to consider amendments to the West End Specific Plan. The proposed changes include modifying the land use matrix for commercial and industrial uses, updating development standards for retail stores, and a determination of exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act.

• The document lists the West End Specific Plan amendment as a public hearing item for consideration, but does not record a final vote or decision.

10-17-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to discuss confidential student matters, labor negotiations, and real property discussions. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering personnel reports, board policy updates, and various district business items.

• Closed session: Student expulsion recommendations
• Closed session: Special education settlement agreement
• Closed session: Real property negotiations for Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Avenue
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $3,255,597.20
• Agreement with Nv5 West, Inc. for security fencing at Sinaloa Middle School

City Council Meeting 10/09/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:00 PM)

The City Council will consider several items including a supplemental budget for the Traffic Motor Officer Unit and an ordinance update regarding accessory dwelling units. The meeting also includes appointments for the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura.

• Selection of two members to nominate a prospective commissioner for the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura
• Grant awards from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety for STEP and TRIP programs
• Contract award to New Flyer of America, Inc. for two 35-foot CNG buses
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1352 regarding accessory dwelling unit standards
• Supplemental budget request to fund training, gear, and three motorcycles for the Traffic Motor Officer Unit

The City Council appointed Algeria R. Ford as City Attorney following the retirement of David Caceres. Additionally, the council approved a supplemental budget to fund training, gear, and three motorcycles for the Traffic Motor Officer Unit.

• Appointed Algeria R. Ford as City Attorney (5-0)
• Selected Mayor Pro Tem Judge and Council Member Rhodes to interview prospective Area Housing Authority commissioners
• Approved supplemental budget request for traffic enforcement grants
• Awarded contract to New Flyer of America, Inc. for two CNG buses
• Approved first amendment and assignment/assumption for ODP Solutions, LLC office supplies
• Approved $139,500 supplemental budget for police training, gear, and three motorcycles (5-0)

City Council Meeting 09/25/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding municipal code amendments for residential development standards. The meeting also includes several consent calendar items involving transit funding, street repairs, and service contracts.

• Public hearing on municipal code amendments (Z-S-2023-0004) regarding SB 9 design standards
• Contract award to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Erringer Road rehabilitation
• Contract award to EK Health Services, Inc. for utilization review services
• Contract award to Sterndahl Enterprises, LLC for traffic control striping and pavement markings
• Authorization of transit program amendments and electric van purchases

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 1352 to establish design standards and subdivision regulations for two-unit developments under Senate Bill 9. Additional actions included approving various contracts, resolutions, and the August 14 meeting minutes.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 1352 regarding SB 9 residential development standards
• Approved August 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved Monthly Investment Report for August 2023
• Approved Supplemental Budget Request for transit funding
• Awarded contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for Erringer Road rehabilitation
• Awarded contract to EK Health Services, Inc. for utilization review services
• Awarded contract to Sterndahl Enterprises, LLC for traffic control striping
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-41 regarding Caltrans funding

09-12-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting and Sufficiency of Materials - Public Hearing

The Board of Education will conduct a regular meeting including a public hearing regarding instructional materials. Closed session items include student matters, labor negotiations, and real property discussions.

• Public Hearing: Sufficiency of Instructional Materials
• Public Hearing: Use of Pupil Textbook and Instructional Materials Funds
• Closed Session: Real Property negotiation for Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street
• Closed Session: Student expulsion and readmit cases
• Consent Item: Agreement with VCOE for Library Support Services

City Council Meeting 09/11/2023

The City Council will consider a General Plan Amendment for a 1,771-acre site at 3301 Lost Canyons Drive. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding tax-exempt revenue bonds for an elderly and disabled residential rental project.

• Public hearing for tax-exempt revenue bonds for a qualified residential rental project
• General Plan Amendment review for 3301 Lost Canyons Drive (Lost Canyons Specific Plan)
• Proclamation of September 11, 2023 as Day of Peace
• Proclamation of September 2023 as Emergency Preparedness Month
• Contract award to Royal Industrial Solutions, Inc. for sixty programmable Logic Controllers

The City Council approved the distribution of $9,469,508 from the FY21-22 budget surplus. They also authorized $20,000,000 in revenue bonds for a residential rental project for the elderly and disabled at 1770 Heywood Street.

• Approved waiver of reading for all presented resolutions and ordinances (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation declaring September 21, 2023 as Day of Peace
• Adopted proclamation declaring September 2023 as Emergency Preparedness Month
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-39 for $20,000,000 in revenue bonds for Heywood Gardens, LP (5-0)
• Authorized GPPS-2023-0001 for further processing as a formal General Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from June 12, July 17, and July 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Waterworks District No. 8 response to Ventura County Grand Jury report (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting 08/30/2023 (City Council Retreat)

The City Council is conducting a special retreat meeting to discuss several city-wide topics. Discussions include housing development, services for vulnerable populations, street investments, and a proposed amphitheater.

• Presentation regarding housing development in Simi Valley
• Presentation regarding services and resources for the City's vulnerable population
• Discussion regarding investment into major and minor streets
• Presentation by Council Member Litster regarding a proposed Civic Center amphitheater
• Discussion of performance measurables and metrics for City work orders

The August 30 special meeting functioned as a retreat focused on presentations regarding housing development, services for vulnerable residents, street investments, and a proposed Civic Center amphitheater. These topics relate directly to neighborhood maintenance, community resources, and future facility planning. No formal votes or binding approvals were recorded for these substantive items. Council members volunteered to join an ad hoc committee to draft a request for proposals for an economic consultant to evaluate the amphitheater's viability, and the council directed staff to provide regular updates on performance metrics for city work orders before adjourning by acclamation.

• Directed staff to provide regular updates on work order performance metrics
• Litster and Rhodes volunteered for an ad hoc committee to draft a request for proposals for an amphitheater economic consultant
• Adjourned by acclamation to September 11, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

City Council Meeting 08/28/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including police vehicle purchases and sanitation system requests. The council will also discuss proposed revisions to residential off-street parking standards.

• Proposed revisions to residential off-street parking standards, recreational vehicles, and front yard landscaping
• Authorization to purchase up to nine Ford police utility interceptors from Folsom Lake Ford
• Award of contract for maintenance services of the Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Facility to Clean Energy
• Supplemental budget request for the Sanitation Division’s Project Management System (CP70200040)
• Review of the 2022 Military Equipment Annual Report and Police Department policy

The council approved several consent calendar items, including a monthly investment report, police department equipment policy, a sanitation budget request, a Clean Energy maintenance contract, and an agreement to purchase nine Ford police utility interceptors. In closed session, the council voted 5-0 not to appeal a trial court ruling regarding municipal water quality permit litigation. The council also adopted revised residential parking standards that allow a paved parking strip opposite existing driveways and reduce landscaping requirements to 32%, which will apply to future zoning clearance requests for homeowners.

• Approved Monthly Investment Report for July 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Police Department military equipment funding and use policy (5-0)
• Approved supplemental budget request for Sanitation Division project management system (5-0)
• Awarded Clean Energy contract for compressed natural gas fueling facility maintenance (5-0)
• Approved agreement to purchase up to nine Ford police utility interceptors (5-0)
• Accepted residential off-street parking standards Option B, lowering landscaping requirements to 32% and allowing a paved parking strip opposite existing driveways (3-2)
• Voted 5-0 not to appeal trial court ruling on NPDES permit litigation

Planning Commission Meeting

The Simi Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 23, 2023 to consider a three-year time extension for an approved conditional use permit at 525 E. Los Angeles Avenue. Staff is reviewing the request to build a three-story, 106-bed residential care facility and determining if it qualifies as exempt from state environmental review laws. The agenda contains no other new business, rezoning requests, or fee changes.

• Public hearing on CUP-S-2023-0006 for a three-year permit extension at 525 E. Los Angeles Avenue
• Review of CEQA exemption status for the proposed 106-bed residential care facility
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes

07-11-23 SVUSD BOE Special Board Meeting - Expulsion (at District Office)

The Simi Valley Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to discuss confidential student matters. The board is scheduled to consider a recommendation regarding an expulsion for student case # 21 (Resolution # 62-22/23).

• Closed session discussion of student case # 21, Resolution # 62-22/23
• Expulsion recommendation

08-15-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will conduct a closed session to discuss student matters, labor negotiations, and real property at Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering personnel reports, university agreements, and educational service contracts.

• Closed session: Special education Settlement Agreement No. A24.057
• Closed session: Real property negotiation for Los Angeles Avenue & Blackstock Street
• Agreement #A24.069: Fieldwork Placement Agreement with Walden University
• Agreement #A24.070: Teacher Internship Agreement with Loyola Marymount University
• Agreement #A24.058: Microsoft laptop purchase for the ASES Program

City Council Meeting 08/14/2023

The City Council will consider several contract awards for transit, sewer, street, and maintenance services. Additionally, the council will address appointments and a resolution regarding the Simi Valley Arts Commission.

• Contract award to Creative Bus Sales, Inc. for eight compressed natural gas replacement paratransit vehicles
• Contract award to Pipe Tec, Inc. for FY 2022-23 Sewer System CCTV Inspection and Cleaning
• Contract award to Onyx Paving Co., Inc. for First Street (Royal Avenue to Fitzgerald Road) rehabilitation
• Contract award to Pest Options, Inc. for annual pesticide, herbicide, and weed control maintenance
• Resolution establishing bylaws governing the Simi Valley Arts Commission

The City Council approved multiple contracts for paratransit vehicles, sewer inspections, street rehabilitation, and pesticide control. Additionally, the council established new bylaws for the Simi Valley Arts Commission and formed subcommittees to interview Neighborhood Council candidates.

• Waived reading of all resolutions and ordinances (4-0)
• Created two subcommittees to interview and nominate Neighborhood Council Executive Board members (4-0)
• Designated Mayor Pro Tern Judge as voting delegate and Council Member Cavanaugh as alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference (4-0)
• Awarded contract to Creative Bus Sales, Inc. for eight CNG replacement paratransit vehicles (4-0)
• Awarded contract to Pipe Tee, Inc. for FY 2022-23 Sewer System CCTV Inspection and Cleaning (4-0)
• Awarded contract to Onyx Paving Co., Inc. for First Street major streets rehabilitation (4-0)
• Awarded contract to Pest Options, Inc. for annual pesticide, herbicide, and weed control (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-38 establishing bylaws for the Simi Valley Arts Commission (4-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a request for solar canopy structures at a mobile home park on Rory Lane. The commission will also review a city-initiated amendment to the municipal code regarding residential development requirements related to SB 9.

• Modification of planned development permit for solar canopy and carports at 1550 Rory Lane
• Municipal code amendment to establish residential development requirements per SB 9

The Planning Commission approved a permit for solar structures at a mobile home park on Rory Lane. They also recommended that the City Council approve municipal code changes related to state housing legislation.

• Approved solar canopy and carport installation at 1550 Rory Lane (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of SB 9 municipal code amendments to City Council (4-0)

City Council Meeting 07/31/2023 (Closed Session starts at 6:00 PM)

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding existing litigation before moving to an open session. The regular meeting includes several contract awards, a solar permitting grant request, and a community services agreement.

• Acceptance of up to $80,000 in California Energy Commission grant funds for online solar permitting
• Contract award to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. for Pacific-Ashland Sewer Line Rehabilitation Project
• Contract award to UAG Cerritos I, LLC. for five replacement vehicles
• Contract award to CDCE, Inc. for Panasonic computers and docking stations
• Agreement between the City and County of Ventura for Community Services Coordinator Services

The Simi Valley City Council authorized a $145,944.82 annual contract for a behavioral health coordinator to work with police on vulnerable population cases, which will expand non-emergency mental health response options for residents. The council also approved routine vendor contracts and budget amendments for sewer rehabilitation, vehicle replacements, software support, and landscape maintenance to sustain city infrastructure and services. Additionally, the council voted 5-0 to direct the City Attorney to appeal a state court ruling regarding California’s SB 9 housing law. Public comments supported a proposed BMX track, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Authorized $145,944.82 annual contract for behavioral health coordinator to support police department (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to appeal state court SB 9 housing ruling (5-0)
• Awarded sewer line rehabilitation contract to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp.
• Approved contracts for five replacement vehicles, computer equipment, and new tires
• Approved second and third amendments to Vence Western landscape maintenance agreements with supplemental budget requests in Fund 100
• Received $80,000 California Energy Commission grant for online solar permitting
• Tabled annual pesticide, herbicide, and weed control services contract indefinitely

City Council Meeting 07/17/2023 (Closed Session start at 5:30 PM)

The Simi Valley City Council will vote on two code amendments that would allow mobile food facilities on commercial and industrial properties and permit cargo containers for residential storage. The council will also act on routine consent calendar items, including a $220,380 state grant to purchase a police vehicle and a new overnight parking restriction on Tapo Canyon Road.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1350 to allow Type 4 mobile food facilities on commercial and industrial properties
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1351 to permit cargo containers for residential accessory storage
• Acceptance of $220,380 from the CHP Cannabis Tax Grant program to fund a new Traffic Bureau fleet vehicle
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2023-36 prohibiting overnight parking on Tapo Canyon Road between Presidio Drive and Lost Canyons Drive
• Fourth amendment to the Fiscal Agent Agreement for East County Transit Alliance InterCity Dial-A-Ride services

The City Council adopted two municipal code amendments regarding mobile food facilities and residential cargo containers. Additional actions included ratifying an appointment to the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council and approving several grant-related items.

• Ratified appointment of Susan Genova to Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Approved fourth amendment to East County Transit Alliance Fiscal Agent Agreement
• Awarded contract to Amazon Business for online marketplace purchases
• Approved U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant and supplemental budget request
• Adopted Resolution 2023-36 prohibiting overnight parking on Tapo Canyon Road
• Adopted Resolution 2023-37 accepting CHP Cannabis Tax Grant funds for a new fleet vehicle
• Adopted Ordinance 1350 allowing Type 4 Mobile Food Facilities on commercial/industrial property
• Adopted Ordinance 1351 allowing cargo containers for residential accessory storage

06-27-23 Special Board Meeting - LCAP & Proposed Budget (at District Office)

The Board of Education will meet to discuss the 2023-2024 proposed budget and Local Control and Accountability Plan. The meeting includes a closed session to consider several confidential student readmit cases and legal counsel.

• Adoption of the 2023-2024 Proposed Budget
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Consideration of confidential student readmit cases
• Review of revised Board Policies regarding dress, grooming, and civil rights

06-13-23 SVUSD Regular Board Meeting & Public Hearings - LCAP & Proposed Budget

The Board of Education will conduct public hearings regarding the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the proposed budget for the 2023-2024 school year. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss student matters, personnel appointments, and labor negotiations.

• Public Hearing: Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for 2023-2024
• Public Hearing: Proposed Budget for 2023-2024
• Resolution No. 60-22/23 regarding teleconference meetings
• Agreement No. A24.029: Student Teaching Agreement with Alliant International University
• Agreement No. A24.030: Agreement between Simi Valley Unified School District and Cyber High

06-09-23 SVUSD BOE Special Board Meeting - Expulsion

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to consider a recommendation regarding confidential student case #19 (Resolution #58-22/23). The Board President will report any actions taken during the closed session once the meeting reconvenes.

• Confidential student matter: Case #19, Resolution #58-22/23 (Expulsion)

City Council Meeting 06/12/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will conduct closed sessions regarding existing and anticipated litigation. The open session includes public hearings on mobile food facilities, residential cargo container storage, and stormwater quality management.

• Public hearing for Type 4 Mobile Food Facilities (Food Trucks) on commercial/industrial properties
• Public hearing for using cargo containers for residential accessory storage
• Public hearing regarding Stormwater Quality Management regulations
• Appointment of Youth Employment Service Advisory Board Members
• Appointment of Youth Council members

The City Council approved multiple appointments to the Y.E.S. Advisory Board, Youth Council, and Library Board of Trustees. The council also held public hearings regarding ordinances for food truck operations and residential cargo container storage.

• Authorized appointments for the Youth Employment Service Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Authorized appointments for the Simi Valley Youth Council for July 2023–June 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-35 reappointing Trustees Cavanaugh and Rhodes to the Library Board through June 2026 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1350 regarding Type 4 Mobile Food Facilities on commercial/industrial properties
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1351 regarding cargo containers for residential accessory storage

City Council Meeting 06/05/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation involving the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and a workers' compensation case. The open session includes several appointments and a consent calendar featuring budget approvals and contract awards.

• Litigation: City of Simi Valley, et al. v. California Regional Water Quality Control Board
• Litigation: Christopher Johnson v. City of Simi Valley (Workers’ Compensation)
• Contract award for Alamo Street rehabilitation to All America Asphalt
• Contract with Southeast Ventura County YMCA for COVID-19 Community Recovery Grant
• Resolution No. 2023-28 regarding Zero Emissions Bus Rollout Plan

The City Council approved various commission appointments and ratified several local agency representatives. Additionally, the council adopted multiple resolutions regarding the city's budget, zero emissions bus rollout, and special tax levies.

• Approved Becky Savell and Burton Weinstein to the Simi Valley Arts Commission
• Ratified Al Brown as a representative to the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Approved Karen Bobango and Cynthia Roberts to the ADA Paratransit Advisory Committee
• Ratified Angela Bradley as Resident Commissioner to the AHA Board of Commissioners
• Approved Council On Aging FY 2023-24 Budget
• Approved BSCC Officer Wellness and Mental Health grant and supplemental budget
• Approved COVID-19 Community Recovery Grant contract with Southeast Ventura County YMCA
• Approved third amendment with Sedaru, Inc. for utility management software

05-16-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will conduct a closed session to discuss student matters, labor negotiations, and personnel appointments. The regular session includes the approval of board bylaws, personnel reports, and school calendars.

• Closed session: Student expulsion recommendations (Resolutions #51-22/23 through #56-22/23)
• Closed session: Special education settlement agreements
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with CSEA and SEA
• Closed session: Appointment of Elementary Principals
• Resolution No. 50-22/23 regarding teleconference meetings

City Council Meeting 05/15/2023

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding landscape district assessments, accessory dwelling unit standards, and stormwater quality management. The meeting also includes several contract awards for street rehabilitation, sewer projects, and water tank maintenance.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Simi Valley Landscape District No. 1 assessments
• Public hearing for Municipal Code amendments regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Acceptance of $1,684,000 EPA Community Grant for Easy-Arroyo Simi Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Contract award to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for FY 2022-23 Minor Streets Rehabilitation Program
• Contract award to Paso Robles Tank, Inc. for Walnut 2 West Tank 2.0 MG Rehabilitation and Recoating

The council approved a $1,684,000 EPA grant for sewer rehabilitation and awarded multiple contracts for street repairs and water tank upgrades. An ordinance updating local Accessory Dwelling Unit standards was introduced to align with recent state law, while a stormwater management proposal was tabled until June. These infrastructure awards fund utility improvements and road maintenance, and the updated ADU rules adjust local housing regulations.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Landscape District No. 1 assessments (5-0)
• Introduced ADU ordinance update to align with state law (5-0)
• Authorized $1,684,000 EPA grant for Easy-Arroyo Simi Sewer Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Awarded Minor Streets Rehabilitation Program contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded PCS Software and implementation support contract to Sciforma Corporation (5-0)
• Awarded Walnut 2 West Tank rehabilitation contract to Paso Robles Tank, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted backflow prevention ordinance for water system safety (5-0)
• Approved enhanced library services proposal and contract amendment (5-0)

City Council Meeting 05/01/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30)

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation involving Arnold Ngo and Southland Watch. The open session includes a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant allocations and several consent calendar items regarding city contracts and grants.

• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant allocations and Draft FY 2023-24 Action Plan
• $36,000 Creative Youth Development Grant for Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
• $33,750 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant for AED purchases
• Contract award to JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. for Water Quality Control Plant chemicals
• Contract award to Falcon Fuels, Inc. for City vehicle fuel

The City Council adopted the Community Development Block Grant FY 2023-24 Action Plan and approved several municipal contracts and resolutions. Additional actions included appointing a council member to the Youth Council interview panel and adopting landscape district assessment resolutions.

• Appointed Council Member Rhodes to the Youth Council interview and nomination panel
• Adopted the Community Development Block Grant FY 2023-24 Action Plan
• Approved $36,000 Creative Youth Development Grant for Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
• Ratified acceptance of $33,750 in Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant funds
• Approved monthly investment report for March 2023
• Approved contract amendment and supplemental budget request for Transtrack Systems, Inc.
• Awarded contract to JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. for water quality control plant supplies
• Approved second amendment for Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement truck purchases

04-24-23 SVUSD Special Board Meeting - Board Workshop-Goals (at District Office)

The Board of Education is convening a special meeting to conduct a goal-setting workshop. The primary purpose of the session is the discussion of Board Goals.

• Discussion of Board Goals

04-18-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to discuss confidential student matters, labor negotiations, and a compromise and release settlement. The regular session includes the review of various consent calendar items regarding personnel, school policies, and facility inspections.

• Special education Settlement Agreement No. A23.097
• Compromise & Release settlement request for SINB-007788
• Simi Educators Association/District Joint Contract Reopener Proposal for 2023-2024
• Purchase Orders B23-00372 through P23-03547 totaling $2,543,299.06
• Security Fencing Project inspection services at Santa Susana High School and Valley View Middle School

City Council Meeting 04/10/2023

The City Council will consider a public hearing regarding backflow prevention requirements. The agenda also includes several contract awards for street rehabilitation, traffic signal systems, and a grade crossing improvement project.

• Public hearing on backflow prevention assemblies and cross-connection prohibition
• $1,000,000 HUD grant for Simi Valley Senior Center patio cover
• Contract award to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for annual minor streets rehabilitation
• Contract award to Econolite Systems, Inc. for traffic signal video detection installations
• Design services agreement up to $1.4 million for Sequoia Avenue Grade Crossing Improvement Project

The City Council approved various items including community grant committee appointments, a waterworks ordinance, and labor agreement revisions. The council also authorized funding for the Sequoia Avenue Grade Crossing Improvement Project.

• Approved seven nominees to the Community Projects Grant Review Committee (5-0)
• Selected Cavanaugh and Thomas to conduct ADA Paratransit Advisory Committee interviews (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. WWD-18 regarding waterworks backflow prevention (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 HUD grant for Simi Valley Senior Center patio cover (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. for annual minor streets rehabilitation (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Econolite Systems, Inc. for traffic signal video detection (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to Trillium USA Company, LLC contract (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-16 regarding SEIU Local 721 memorandum of agreement (5-0)

City Council Meeting 04/03/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will hold a joint public hearing regarding adjustments to the city-wide schedule of fees and service charges. The meeting also includes discussions on labor negotiations, potential litigation, and various municipal appointments.

• Joint public hearing on city-wide fee and service charge adjustments
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding unrepresented confidential employees
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
• Memorandum of Understanding with Simi Valley Police Officers’ Association
• Memorandum of Understanding with Simi Valley Police Managers’ Association

The City Council approved adjustments to the city-wide schedule of service charges and several labor agreements. Additionally, the Council appointed a new commissioner for the Area Housing Authority and authorized legal action against the State of California.

• Authorized City Attorney to join writ of mandate against State of California and Robert Bonta (4-0)
• Appointed Joe J. Piechowski to the Area Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Appointed Council Member Litster to a selection committee for Arts Commissioners
• Approved adjustments to the City-wide Schedule of Service Charges via Resolution 2023-15/WWD-292 (4-0)
• Approved January and February 2023 meeting minutes
• Authorized City Manager to execute MOU for regional SB 1383 Food Recovery Plan
• Adopted Resolution 2023-11 approving revisions to the Police Officers' Association MOU

03-20-23 SVUSD Special Board Meeting - 6th Grade Programs & Public Hearing (at District Office)

The Board of Education will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of a new World Language curriculum for grades 8-12. Additionally, the board will receive information concerning 6th grade programs within the district.

• Public hearing and action on World Language Curriculum Adoption Grades 8-12
• Information regarding 6th Grade Programs in the Simi Valley Unified School District

City Council Meeting 03/20/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:45 PM)

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding public employment and labor negotiations. The open session includes discussions on residential onsite parking enforcement and proposed revisions to several employee Memorandums of Understanding.

• Award of contract for Williams Way Sewer Line Rehabilitation Project to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp.
• Purchase of mobile and portable radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc.
• Discussion on enforcement of residential onsite parking standards, including recreational vehicles
• Proposed revisions to the Memorandum of Understanding with the Simi Valley Police Officers’ Association
• Proposed revisions to the Memorandum of Understanding with the Simi Valley Police Managers’ Association

The City Council directed staff to prepare an ordinance regarding residential recreational vehicle parking. Additionally, the Council postponed final determinations on several labor-related memorandums of understanding until April 3, 2023.

• Appointed Al Brown to the Council on Aging Executive Board
• Approved General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2022
• Awarded Williams Way Sewer Line Rehabilitation contract to Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp.
• Awarded Motorola Solutions, Inc. contract for mobile and portable radios
• Directed staff to present an ordinance regarding residential RV parking standards
• Postponed decision on Police Officers' Association MOU until April 3, 2023
• Postponed decision on Police Managers' Association MOU until April 3, 2023
• Postponed decision on Management-designated employees' resolution until April 3, 2023

03-14-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting - 2nd. Interim

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to consider five student expulsion recommendations and labor negotiations. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering various board bylaws, personnel reports, and educational services.

• Five confidential student expulsion recommendations (Cases #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12)
• Labor negotiations with SEA and CSEA
• Approval of purchase orders B23-00037 through P23-03120 totaling $7,484,326.74
• Resolution No. 44-22/23 regarding teleconference meetings
• Updated policies on transportation fees and military leave

City Council Meeting 03/06/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss public employment and labor negotiations. The open session includes a proclamation for Women's History Month and several appointments.

• Closed session: Public employment regarding the City Attorney
• Closed session: Labor negotiation with Simi Valley Police Officers Association
• Closed session: Labor negotiation with Simi Valley Police Managers Association
• Closed session: Labor negotiation with various unrepresented employees
• Proclamation declaring March 2023 as Women's History Month

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-10 to terminate the existence of a local emergency. Additionally, the Council reached a consensus to disband the Task Force on Homelessness in favor of hosting resource coordination meetings.

• Approved proclamation declaring March 2023 as Women's History Month
• Selected Council Members Rhodes and Cavanaugh for Community Projects Grant interviews
• Selected Council Member Litster and Mayor Pro Tem Judge for Area Housing Authority interviews
• Directed staff to disband the Task Force on Homelessness via consensus
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-10 to terminate the local emergency

City Council Meeting 02/27/2023 (Closed Session starts at 6:00 PM)

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding revisions to the Simi Valley General Plan Housing Element for the 2021-2029 period. Other business includes water shortage transitions and contract amendments.

• Public hearing for Simi Valley General Plan Housing Element (2021-2029) revisions
• Resolution to move from emergency water shortage to Stage II Water Supply Shortage
• Contract amendment for Venco Western, Inc. regarding Landscape District No. 1 Maintenance Services
• Resolution amending the City’s 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1348 regarding business registration and tax exemptions

The City Council approved revisions to the 2021-2029 General Plan Housing Element and authorized several appointments to Neighborhood Council Executive Boards. Additionally, the Council authorized a lawsuit to recover damages against John and Shannon Mactague during a closed session.

• Authorized City Attorney to initiate lawsuit against John and Shannon Mactague (5-0)
• Approved 15 members to serve on Neighborhood Council Executive Boards through February 28, 2025
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-08 regarding General Plan Housing Element revisions
• Received and filed Mobile Home Rent Mediation Board Annual Status Report for 2022
• Received and filed Monthly Investment Report for January 2023
• Approved FY 2022-23 Community Projects Grant Performance Reports
• Approved first amendment to Venco Western, Inc. landscape contract
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-09 amending the City's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

02-21-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations, real property lease extensions, and legal matters. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering various district contracts, personnel reports, and school facility projects.

• Lease extension request for 3192 Los Angeles Avenue
• Purchase orders totaling $4,352,148.53
• Architectural services amendment for Royal High School new classroom building
• Snack Bar Project agreement at Royal High School with Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC
• Preconstruction and lease-leaseback services for Simi Valley High School MPR/Kitchen/Classroom buildings

City Council Meeting 02/13/2023 (Closed Session starts at 5:30 PM)

The City Council will hold closed sessions regarding labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The open session includes discussions on street rehabilitation funding and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Labor negotiations with Simi Valley Police Managers Association
• Labor negotiations with Simi Valley Police Officers Association
• Labor negotiations with Service Employee International Union (SEIU)
• Supplemental budget request for the Streets and Roads Fund
• Claiming $1,576,318 of American Rescue Plan Act funds as revenue loss

The City Council approved multiple supplemental budget requests, including funds for street rehabilitation and disaster service equipment. Additionally, the council authorized the acceptance of American Rescue Plan Act funds and library infrastructure grant funds.

• Approved amended meeting minutes from late 2022 and January 2023
• Approved supplemental budget request for Highway Infrastructure Program Grant funds
• Approved request to claim $1,576,318 in American Rescue Plan Act funds as revenue loss
• Approved supplemental budget request for Homeland Security Grant Program supplies
• Awarded contract to Grainger North America for maintenance and repair supplies
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06 to accept library electrical infrastructure grant funds

01-30-23 SVUSD BOE Special Board Meeting - 6th Grade Programs (at District Office)

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss 6th grade programs within the Simi Valley Unified School District. The agenda includes an information calendar item regarding these educational services.

• 6th Grade Programs in the Simi Valley Unified School District

City Council Meeting 01/23/2023

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding land use changes and residential developments. The meeting also includes appointments for the Council On Aging and various supplemental budget requests.

• Zone change and 83-unit multi-family building at 1850 Heywood Street
• General Plan Amendment for 1801 and 1807 Oak Road
• Senior Center restroom modifications at 3900 Avenida Simi
• Issuance of tax-exempt revenue bonds for a residential care facility
• Acceptance of $200,000 in COVID-19 Community Recovery Grant Program Funds

The City Council approved a zoning change and planned development for an 83-unit multi-family building at 1850 Heywood Street. Additional actions included approving restroom modifications at the Senior Center and authorizing revenue bonds for an elderly residential care facility.

• Approved appointments for seven Simi Valley Council On Aging Executive Board members
• Approved a substantial amendment to the FY 2019-20 Action Plan for Senior Center restroom modifications
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1347 and adopted resolutions for an 83-unit residential building at 1850 Heywood Street
• Authorized GPPS-2022-0003 for further processing as a formal General Plan Amendment
• Adopted a resolution authorizing revenue bonds up to $450,000,000 for a residential care facility project
• Approved insurance disbursement and budget request for the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
• Approved an inter-fund transfer and $200,000 supplemental budget request for the Cultural Arts Center

01-17-23 SVUSD BOE Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will conduct a closed session to discuss student matters, labor negotiations, and legal issues. The regular session includes a consent calendar covering personnel, educational services, and business facilities.

• Closed session: Student readmission and expulsion cases
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with CSEA and SEA
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $10,780,086.42
• Agreement for inspection services at Sycamore Elementary School
• Agreement for drafting services at Royal High School

City Council Meeting 01/09/2023 (Closed Session starts 5:30 PM)

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss potential and existing litigation. The open session includes a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and the selection of 2023 Special Event Support Grant recipients.

• Potential litigation claim regarding Tricia Moran
• Existing litigation: Robert Belanger v. City of Simi Valley (Case No. ADJ11788125)
• Proclamation declaring January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
• Second amendment to Venco Western, Inc. contract for Landscape District No. 1 Maintenance Services
• Selection of 2023 Special Event Support Grant recipients

The City Council approved several appointments to local boards and commissions. They also modified the distribution of 2023 Special Event Support Grants, including additional funding for Body Brain Train.

• Approved reading of all resolutions and ordinances in title only
• Selected Mayor Thomas and Mayor Pro Tem Judge to interview Neighborhood Council members for Nos. 1 and 3
• Selected Council Member Litster and Council Member Rhodes to interview Neighborhood Council members for Nos. 2 and 4
• Appointed Mayor Thomas to various boards including ADA Paratransit Advisory Committee and Simi Valley Library Board of Trustees
• Appointed Council Member Cavanaugh to Neighborhood Council No. 1
• Appointed Council Member Litster to Neighborhood Council No. 2
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Judge to Neighborhood Council No. 4
• Appointed Council Member Rhodes to the Affordable Housing Subcommittee, Clean Power Alliance, Neighborhood Council No. 3, and Simi Valley Arts Commission