Thousand Oaks public meetings in 2022
33 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Thousand Oaks City Council Reorganization Meeting
The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing Councilmember McNamee as Mayor and Councilmember Adam as Mayor Pro Tem. The council also certified the November 8, 2022, election results and named a pillar at the Kavli Theatre in honor of outgoing Councilmember Claudia Bill-de la Pena.
- Approved naming Kavli Theatre staircase pillar for Councilmember Claudia Bill-de la Pena (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-058 declaring November 8, 2022, election results (5-0)
- Elected Councilmember McNamee as Mayor (5-0)
- Elected Councilmember Adam as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Special Meeting
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially recommend approval of the draft City of Thousand Oaks School Crossing Guard Program Standards and Policies. This action item, continued from November 16, 2022, involves receiving a report and providing comments before recommending City Council approval via a draft resolution.
- Review of proposed School Crossing Guard Program Standards and Policies
- Recommendation to City Council to approve the draft resolution for the program
- Continued discussion from November 16, 2022 meeting
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved the selection of three organizations to develop and operate a Navigation Center. They also introduced an ordinance to restrict single-use foodware accessories and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.
- Selected DignityMoves, Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission, and Many Mansions to operate Navigation Center at 1205 Lawrence Drive (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance restricting use and distribution of single-use foodware accessories and standard condiments (5-0)
- Awarded $4.22M construction contract to GSEC Construction Co., Inc. for Hill Canyon Treatment Plant FOG Facility Improvements (5-0)
- Approved $73,776.47 in FY 2022-23 Community Sports Grants (5-0)
- Approved federal lobbying agreement with Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. not to exceed $85,500 per year (5-0)
- Approved $230,920 agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc. for Janss Marketplace Hotel Project EIR (5-0)
- Awarded $570,907 contract to Citadel Environmental Services, Inc. for workplace safety and culture services (5-0)
- Authorized bids for Municipal Service Center Elevator Modernization (5-0)
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a Municipal Code Amendment regarding columbarium structures. The recommendation included specific amendments to setback requirements and a finding that the project is exempt from CEQA.
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Recommended City Council approve Municipal Code Amendment 2020-70180 with amended setback language (5-0)
- Found MCA 2020-70180 exempt from CEQA pursuant Section 156061 (b)(3) (5-0)
- Canceled December 12, 2022 meeting
Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially recommend approval of a draft School Crossing Guard Program Standards and Policies to the City Council. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of previous meeting notes, and status updates on prior recommendations.
- School Crossing Guard Program Standards and Policies – action item to receive report and recommend City Council approval of draft resolution
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission approved a development project at 1100 Rancho Conejo Boulevard and four separate wireless communications facilities for DISH Wireless, LLC. All substantive motions passed with a 4-0 vote.
- Approved DP 2022-70164, SUP 2022-70165, PTP 2022-70167, and MND 2022-70188 for 1100 Rancho Conejo Boulevard (4-0)
- Approved WCF 2022-70729 at 1350 East Janss Road (4-0)
- Approved WCF 2022-70731 at 1586 Pederson Road (4-0)
- Approved WCF 2022-70099 at 1614 Corte de Acero (4-0)
- Approved WCF 2022-70730 at 1360 South Wendy Drive (4-0)
- Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
COSCA Board Meeting
The Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency Board will consider authorizing the appropriation of Woolsey Fire recovery funds for invasive plant management, fuels management projects, and oak tree planting. The board will also set the days, time, and place for its 2023 regular meetings. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations for several parcels.
- Authorize appropriation of Woolsey Fire recovery funds for invasive plant management, fuels management projects, and oak tree planting
- Adopt Resolution 2022-07 setting the days, time, and place for 2023 regular meetings
- Closed session: Conference with Real Property Negotiators for APNs 673-0-240-430, 673-0-270-220, 673-0-270-150, 673-0-150-350; negotiating party Andre Metzger; under negotiation: price and terms
- Outgoing Board Member Recognition
- Approval of minutes from September 14, 2022 meeting
The Board approved a conditional appropriation of $1 million for invasive plant management, fuels management, and oak tree planting to match a proposed $3 million federal grant. The Board also established the 2023 regular meeting schedule.
- Approved conditional funding appropriation of $1,000,000 for invasive plant management, fuels management, and oak tree planting (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-07 establishing 2023 meeting dates as February 8, May 10, September 13, and November 8 (4-0)
- Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 meeting (4-0)
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved People’s Self-Help Housing Corporation to develop affordable housing at 384 N. Erbes Road. Other actions included adopting updated building codes and approving several infrastructure equipment purchases.
- Selected People’s Self-Help Housing Corporation for Hillcrest Site affordable housing (4-1)
- Approved $165,224.20 for 19 electric actuators from Harold Beck & Sons, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $315,000 for Badger Meter, Inc. water meters and equipment (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1706-NS modifying zoning standards for self-storage and mini-storage (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1707-NS adopting 2022 California Code of Regulations and 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (5-0)
- Approved issuance of tax-exempt revenue bonds up to $20,000,000 for Momentum Agencies (5-0)
- Appointed Kat Selm to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Approved revised Free Fare Reimbursement Agreement adding Youth Free Ride program (5-0)
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved updates to zoning regulations for self-storage facilities and implemented state-mandated housing lot split rules. The council also adopted the 2022 California Building Standards Code and updated water conservation regulations.
- Approved zoning amendments for self-storage facilities with modified requirements for retail use and expansions (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance implementing 2021 SB 9 for urban lot splits and two-unit housing (5-0)
- Adopted 2022 California Building Standards Code with local amendments (5-0)
- Adopted updated water conservation regulations (5-0)
- Approved 2023 residential and commercial solid waste rate adjustments (5-0)
- Authorized $356,930.53 for the purchase of three John Deere backhoes (5-0)
- Approved $6,020,088 claim for FY 2022-23 Transportation Development Act funds (5-0)
- Approved refinance and regulatory agreements for Bella Vista Apartments (5-0)
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission approved a Residential Planned Development Minor Modification (RPMN 2022-70667) for a property at 2546 Oakshore Drive, adding a condition requiring an 8-foot garden wall along the west side property line. The vote was 5-0. The commission also approved consent calendar items including the October 10 meeting minutes.
- Approved RPMN 2022-70667 for 2546 Oakshore Drive with added Condition 25 (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will hear two action items: a staff report on the School Crossing Guard Program with a request to provide direction on new placement standards, and a decision on whether to keep a marked crosswalk at Avenida De Las Plantas and Calle Gladiolo. The meeting is on October 19, 2022, at the Civic Arts Plaza Board Room.
- School Crossing Guard Program Overview and Standards – staff to present history, current policies, and neighboring practices; commission to direct modifications and new standards
- Marked Crosswalk on Avenida De Las Plantas at Calle Gladiolo – commission to decide if the north-leg crosswalk marking should remain
- Public may submit written comments via email to [email protected] or speak remotely by registering at www.toaks.org/traffic
- Next regular meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
COSCA Board Meeting
The COSCA Board of Directors will meet to consider several action items involving Woolsey Fire Recovery Funds. These include funding for the Conejo Canyons Bridge at Hill Canyon Treatment Plant and an agreement for invasive plant removal in Arroyo Conejo.
- Appropriation of Woolsey Fire Recovery Funds for construction of the Conejo Canyons Bridge at Hill Canyon Treatment Plant
- Appropriation of Woolsey Fire Recovery Funds for the Arroyo Conejo Invasive Plant Removal Project
- $450,000 agreement with R.A. Atmore & Sons for the Arroyo Conejo Invasive Plant Removal Project
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to modify landscaping requirements at 1700 Rancho Conejo Boulevard. The proposal seeks to remove required parking lot landscaping to allow for the installation of solar arrays and support structures.
- Special Use Permit – Major Modification (SUMJ) 2022-70360 for Solar Optimum, Inc. and Takeda Pharmaceuticals at 1700 Rancho Conejo Boulevard
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider a request for a single-family residence at 273 South Skyline Drive. The commission will also review a special use permit for a physical therapy office at 1090 Lawrence Drive #3101.
- Precise Plan of Design and Underground Utility Waiver for 273 South Skyline Drive
- Special Use Permit for Ascent Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Inc. at 1090 Lawrence Drive #3101
Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will review reports regarding traffic signal installation priority locations. The commission will also receive a status report on an Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant application.
- Traffic Signal Installation Priority Locations informational report
- Active Transportation Program (ATP) Grant Application status report
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a citywide zoning change for cannabis retailers and a large-scale residential development. The body is deciding whether to recommend City Council approval for these amendments and permits.
- Proposed construction of 264 residential units (including 34 affordable units) at 1 Baxter Way
- Municipal Code Amendment 2022-70430 to replace 'cannabis retailer - medical' with 'cannabis retailer' citywide
- Land division of 1 Baxter Way into two parcels of 8.9 acres and 34.1 acres
- Review of Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) 2021-71100 for the 1 Baxter Way project
- Protected Tree Permit 2021-70559 for tree removal and encroachment at 1 Baxter Way
Planning Commission Special Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding a proposed development at 325 and 391 Hampshire Road. The project involves demolishing existing commercial buildings to construct 420 residential units and 15,000 square feet of commercial space on a 10.97-acre site.
- General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan for 325 and 391 Hampshire Road
- Development of 420 residential units (including 54 affordable units)
- Construction of 15,000 square feet of commercial uses
- Removal of 3 oak trees and encroachment into protected zones of 2 oak and 2 sycamore trees
- Review of Draft Environmental Impact Report and associated mitigation programs
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to replace a vacant shopping center with a mixed-use residential development. The body will consider recommending City Council approval for several permits and a General Plan amendment for the project.
- Proposed construction of 420 residential units (including 54 affordable units) and 15,000 sq. ft. of commercial space at 325 and 391 Hampshire Road
- Request for a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan for a 10.97-acre site
- Proposed removal of 3 oak trees and encroachment into the protected zone of 2 oak and 2 sycamore trees
- Review of Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) 2021-70442
- Receipt of the 2021 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report
COSCA Board Meeting
The Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency is meeting to appoint committee members and update naming policies. The board will consider resolutions to rename multiple trails and landmarks and designate a picnic site in Rancho Potrero Open Space.
- Renaming Indian Cave to Little Cave, Indian Cave Trail to Little Cave Trail, Indian Creek Trail to Two Springs Trail, and Indian Maiden Falls to Tuhuy Falls
- Naming a new connector trail between Wishbone Loop and Saddle Pass Trail as Aqiwo Trail
- Designating the Sub-Area 4 Picnic Site in Rancho Potrero Open Space as Tex Ward Point
- Amendment and restatement of the COSCA Naming Policy
- 2022 Conejo Open Space Trails Action Committee appointments
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a residential addition and an appeal for a commercial development. The body will consider whether to reverse an administrative decision regarding a waste-collection facility and a protected tree permit.
- Appeal of DP 2021-70408 for a 21,440 square-foot waste-collection truck dispatch center at 2498 and 2550 Conejo Center Drive
- Protected Tree Permit (PTP) 2022-70370 for the removal of one coast live oak at 2550 Conejo Center Drive
- Precise Plan of Design (PPD) 2022-70067 for a second-story addition to a residence at 87 Ilex Drive
- Approval of Planning Commission Meeting minutes from March 14, 2022
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will review several engineering reports. The body is deciding on recommendations for the City Council regarding school crossing guards and new stop signs.
- Proposal to install stop signs at Calle Cuesta at Darlington Drive, Calle Catalpa at Darlington Drive, Darlington Drive at Camino del Zuro, Radcliffe Road at Camino del Zuro, Ilex Drive at Adrian Street, and Parker Avenue at Lombard Street
- Review of the Annual School Crossing Guard Program
- Review of draft updated Speed Hump Policy (Proposed Updates to Resolution 2009-045)
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss amending the municipal code to potentially allow two local cannabis operators to sell adult-use cannabis. The body is also considering a code amendment to allow columbarium use as an ancillary use for places of worship in residential zones.
- Proposed amendment to allow two cannabis retail operators to sell adult-use cannabis
- Proposed amendment to allow columbarium use in residential zones for places of worship
- Increase of $50,000 for Microsoft licensing with Crayon Software Experts, LLC
- Budget appropriation of $25,000 for Pop-Up Arts & Music Festival
- Announcement of the 2022 Pop Up Arts & Music Festival
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several capital improvement projects including wastewater treatment plant upgrades. The agenda also includes various municipal contracts, law enforcement funding plans, and emergency roadway repairs.
- Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Retaining Wall Project contract for $1,274,213
- Purchase of three BMW police motorcycles for $90,855.75
- Emergency repair work for Queen's Way Roadway Repair Project up to $250,000
- Cancellation and rebid of two electric-powered transit buses totaling $604,174
- Extension of filing deadline for 2150 West Hillcrest Drive mixed-use development
Special Meeting of COSCA
The COSCA Board of Directors will meet to consider a contract with the Ventura Regional Firesafe Council. This item includes an appropriation from the Woolsey Fire Recovery Fund and a single source acquisition for contract services. The board will also address appointments to the Standing Committee on Naming.
- Appropriation from Woolsey Fire Recovery Fund
- Contract with Ventura Regional Firesafe Council for community fire safety programs
- Single source acquisition for contract services
- Appointments to Standing Committee on Naming
Planning Commission Meeting of March 14, 2022
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposal for the Conejo Canyons Bridge Project. The body will decide on a development permit, a protected tree permit, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project.
- Conejo Canyons Bridge Project: construction of a 12-foot wide, 140-foot long steel truss bridge across Conejo Creek
- Construction of a 375-foot access road west side of Hill Canyon Road
- Removal of one native coast live oak tree and seven non-native southern live oak trees
- Review of Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) 2019-70483 for CEQA conformance
- Approval of Development Permit (DP) 2019-70457 and Protected Tree Permit (PTP) 2019-70624
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is deciding on several large infrastructure contracts and zoning updates. Key items include a multi-million dollar road resurfacing program and a proposed moratorium extension on self-storage facilities.
- Award construction contract to Sully-Miller Contracting Company for $13,176,154.20 plus $1,962,500 contingency for Pavement Overlay and Resurfacing
- Award construction contract to Petrochem Material Innovation, LLC for $2,292,720 plus $229,300 contingency for Pavement Slurry Program
- Proposed 10-month, 15-day extension of the moratorium on permits for self-storage facilities
- Contract with RSG, Inc. not to exceed $124,000 for Hillcrest Affordable Housing Development Project consultant services
- Ordinance to update zoning regulations with Objective Design Standards for residential development
Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency (COSCA) Regular Meeting
The Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency is meeting to decide on the transfer of open space parcels and the acceptance of an access easement. The board will also consider a lease for ranger headquarters and the authorization of remote public meetings.
- Transfer of 566 acres of open space from the City of Thousand Oaks (2022)
- Transfer of 373 acres of open space from the City of Thousand Oaks (2008)
- Acceptance of Sage Mountain Access Easement
- Lease agreement with the City of Thousand Oaks for COSCA Ranger headquarters at 288 Greenmeadow Dr.
- Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings per AB 361
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is meeting via teleconference to decide on several infrastructure contracts and expenditures. Key items include emergency repairs for the Meadows Reservoir and a cloud migration project for city software.
- Emergency repairs for Meadows Reservoir: $400,000 construction contract to Spiess Construction Company, Inc. and $100,000 agreement with HDR, Inc.
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System upgrade: $276,800 construction contract to Technical Systems, Inc.
- MaintStar Cloud Migration: professional services contract not to exceed $350,850
- Library circulating materials expenditure not to exceed $600,000
- Community Environmental Enhancement Grants totaling $45,000
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding two separate requests for dog kennel facilities. These items include a new indoor and outdoor facility at Business Center Circle and an operation at Hampshire Road.
- Special Use Permit 2021-71168: New indoor dog kennel and training facility with outdoor play area at 975 Business Center Circle
- Special Use Permit 2021-71153: Dog kennel facility operation at 742 Hampshire Road, Suite A
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss applying for Homekey program funds to convert the Quality Inn and Suites into 77 units of supportive housing. The body will also hold a public hearing on the 2021-2029 Housing Element and consider a moratorium on new self-storage facilities.
- Proposed $28,000,000 Homekey application for Quality Inn and Suites at 12 Conejo Boulevard
- Public hearing for the 2021-2029 Housing Element and General Plan Amendment
- Proposed moratorium on permits for development and construction of self-storage facilities
- Contract with Phoenix Engineering, Inc. for $425,000 for Hill Canyon Treatment Plant
- Transfer of 566 acres of open space to Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency (COSCA)
Traffic & Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting- 1/19/22
The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will hold elections for its Chair and Vice-Chair positions. The body will also receive information reports on city traffic policies and specific infrastructure projects.
- Election of New Chair and Vice-Chair
- Updates to City of Thousand Oaks Speed Hump Policy (Resolution 2009-045)
- Status report on Duesenberg Drive/Clearwater Street Mini Roundabout
- Report on Traffic Signal Detection and Communications
- Status update on Thousand Oaks Boulevard Curbs and Pedestrian Crossings between Live Oak Street and Oakview Drive
Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss infrastructure improvements and utility rate adjustments. Key items include a road intersection project and a zone change for a proposed hotel and retail site. The body will also review several professional service contracts and financial reports.
- Lawrence Drive and Teller Road Intersection Improvements Project: $2,202,813 total expenditure
- Ordinances to adjust and set rates and fees for City Water and Wastewater Divisions
- Height Overlay Zone Change for a proposed hotel and retail building at 33 West Hillcrest Drive
- Conejo Valley Unified School District annual project list totaling $1,253,489
- Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Stormwater Diversion Project agreement with Dudek, Inc. for $134,101.77
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Housing Element Update of the Thousand Oaks General Plan. The body will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding housing needs and goals through 2029. The commission will also conduct a reorganization to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.
- Public hearing on the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (HSG 2018-70723) for citywide housing needs
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of November 15, 2021 meeting minutes