Thousand Oaks public meetings in 2025

COSCA Board Special Meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 17 and October 29, 2025 meetings. It approved a $22,750 appropriation from the Woolsey Fire Recovery Fund to remove 23 Mexican Fan Palms in a defensible‑space zone. The board also approved a five‑year free‑parking agreement with Ventura County Parks for Santa Rosa Valley Park’s Hill Canyon Trailhead. Finally, the board set the 2026 regular meeting dates.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved October 29, 2025 special meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved $22,750 appropriation for removal of 23 Mexican Fan Palms (5‑0)
• Approved 5‑year parking agreement with Ventura County Parks Department (5‑0)
• Established 2026 board meeting dates: Feb 18, May 20, Sep 16, Nov 18 (no vote recorded)
• Filed COSCA Volunteer Corps Activity report (decision to file)
• Filed Ranger Operations and Maintenance verbal report (decision to file)
• Filed Vegetation Fuel Management Reserve exemption finding (decision to file)

Thousand Oaks City Council Reorganization Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved three consent‑calendar items, including the General, Utilities, Golf Course and Theatres Demands, the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting, and Ordinance No. 1745‑NS amending the municipal code. The Council also unanimously elected Councilmember Mikey Taylor as Mayor and Councilmember Engler as Mayor Pro Tem. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved General, Utilities, Golf Course, Theatres Demands (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2025 City Council meeting (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1745-NS amending municipal code (5-0)
• Elected Councilmember Mikey Taylor as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Councilmember Engler as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2025. The agenda includes public comments, a guest speaker from the Conejo Senior Volunteer Program, liaison and committee reports, and a discussion to plan the 2026 Wellness Festival. No formal actions or decisions are listed; the items are for information and discussion.

• Public Comments (item 4) – community members may submit written comments or speak
• Guest Speaker: Julie Spivack, Conejo Senior Volunteer Program (item 6)
• Liaison Reports from Ventura County Area Agency on Aging and other partners (item 7)
• Committee Reports from COA Project Committee and Resource Directory and Outreach Committee (item 8)
• Planning discussion for the 2026 Wellness Festival (item 9)

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will hear updates from Conejo Valley Unified School District officials on technology services and child nutrition. The meeting also includes public comments, liaison reports from schools and teen programs, and committee discussions on environmental, arts, and youth leadership summit planning. The next commission meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2026.

• Guest speaker updates from Conejo Valley Unified School District technology and nutrition departments
• Public comments period for community members
• Liaison reports from school representatives, Student District Advisory Council, Teen Center, and Library Teen Advisory League
• Committee discussions on environmental, arts, and youth leadership summit planning
• Announcement of next Youth Commission meeting on January 7, 2026

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting

The Thousand Oaks City Council approved eight consent‑calendar items, ranging from ratifying dates and meeting minutes to major infrastructure contracts. Votes were unanimous or near‑unanimous, with one 4‑0 vote where the mayor abstained. The largest action was the approval of the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant tertiary filters rehabilitation project costing $8.709 M.

• Ratified November 5‑26 2025 dates (General, Utilities, Golf Course, Theatres) – 5‑0
• Approved minutes of the November 4 2025 council meeting – 5‑0
• Adopted Ventura County Fire Protection District Ordinance No. 34 without changes – 4‑0 (Mayor abstained)
• Approved $436,781 piggyback vehicle purchases – 5‑0
• Approved $1.396 M polybutylene service and valve replacement contract – 5‑0
• Approved $554,919.48 transfer to the Community Development Block Grant Fund – 5‑0
• Approved $89,824 water system assessment and emergency response plan services agreement – 5‑0
• Approved $8.709 M Hill Canyon Treatment Plant tertiary filters rehabilitation project – 5‑0

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission adopted a resolution finding the disposition of the city‑owned 524 West Janss Road parcel to the Conejo Recreation and Park District consistent with the General Plan and CEQA exempt, voting 4‑0. It also approved a protected‑tree permit to remove one Coast Live Oak at 2183 Kinross Court, voting 4‑0. Additionally, the commission approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting (3‑0) and the September 22, 2025 minutes (3‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved transfer of 524 West Janss Road to Conejo Recreation and Park District (4-0)
• Approved Protected Tree Permit PTP-2025-70043 for 2183 Kinross Court (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2025 meeting (3-0)

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will hold a regular meeting to hear a guest speaker, review liaison and committee reports, and discuss planning for the 2026 Wellness Festival. Members will also select positions for FY2025‑26 and plan the agenda for the December 4 meeting. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Guest speaker: Andrea Gallagher, President, Senior Concerns
• Liaison reports from Ventura County Area Agency on Aging, Goebel Commission, Conejo Senior Volunteer Program, Conejo Recreation and Park District, Conejo Free Clinic, Senior Concerns, Many Mansions
• Committee reports and selection of positions for FY2025‑26 (COA Project Committee, Resource Directory and Outreach Committee)
• Planning discussion for the 2026 Wellness Festival
• Activity and agenda planning for the COA meeting on December 4, 2025

Investment Review Committee Regular Meeting

The committee will review and approve a quarterly report confirming that city investments are compliant with the City Investment Policy as of September 30, 2025. Members will also discuss potential changes to the Investment Policy and an annual report on committee activities.

• Approval of quarterly report for portfolio with a par value of $380,322,930
• Review and approval of recommended changes to Investment Policy
• Approval of annual report to City Council on committee activities
• Review of portfolio performance showing an average yield to maturity of 3.12% as of September 2025

The Investment Review Committee approved the quarterly investment report, noting the portfolio yield rose to 3.12% from 2.94% last quarter. It also approved a revised Investment Policy that changes fund allocation limits and extends the sunset date to 2031. The annual report to the City Council was approved as well. Member Davin Carey was reappointed to the committee.

• Approved quarterly investment report (4-0)
• Approved revised Investment Policy with fund allocation changes and sunset extension (4-0)
• Approved annual report to City Council (4-0)
• Reappointed member Davin Carey (appointment noted)

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will hold public comments, hear a guest speaker from the Conejo School Foundation, receive liaison and committee reports, and plan activities and the agenda for its December 3 meeting, including the Youth Leadership Summit. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on November 5, 2025 at the City Hall Board Room.

• Guest speaker: Lana Clark, Executive Director, Conejo School Foundation
• Liaison reports from school representatives, Student District Advisory Council (SDAC), Thousand Oaks Teen Center, and Thousand Oaks Library Teen Advisory League
• Committee reports on Environmental, Arts, and Youth Leadership Summitt Planning
• Activity and agenda planning for the Youth Commission meeting on December 3, 2025
• Public comments from community members

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council approved a series of consent‑calendar items, all passing with a 5‑0 vote. Approvals included a $374,465 laboratory services contract, a $243,591.03 EV‑charger purchase, a 2026 solid‑waste rate adjustment, and a $1.524 M school crossing‑guard services agreement. Additional actions authorized advertising for concrete repairs, a $115,600 disinfection system, and a $691,787.50 wastewater‑interceptor contract.

• Ratified dates of Oct 22‑Oct 29 and Nov 5‑Nov 26, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Weck Analytical for $374,465 (5‑0)
• Approved EVGateway agreement for 46 chargers, not‑to‑exceed $243,591.03 (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026 residential and commercial solid‑waste rate schedule (5‑0)
• Approved All City Management Services crossing‑guard contract, not‑to‑exceed $1,524,937 (5‑0)
• Authorized staff to advertise citywide concrete replacement and curb‑ramp bids (5‑0)
• Approved AECOM disinfection boosting system contract, not‑to‑exceed $115,600 (5‑0)
• Approved Dudek contract for Unit W wastewater interceptor habitat planting, $691,787.50 plus $69,179 contingency (5‑0)

Community Funding Review Committee Regular Meeting

The Community Funding Review Committee will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and establish its FY 2025-26 calendar. The body will discuss the FY2025-26 Community Sports Grant to provide a recommendation to the City Council. Members will also review Resolution 2024-033 and proposed changes to the grant program process.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• FY2025-26 Community Sports Grant (CSG) discussion and recommendation to City Council
• Review of Resolution 2024-033 and proposed grant program process changes
• Establishment of FY 2025-26 CFRC Calendar

Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will receive staff reports on the Mobility Element of the General Plan and a recommendation to install a new Sixth Route for Thousand Oaks Transit. Both items are informational and will be recorded with staff input and public comment. The commission will also consider future meeting dates and a status report on the Crossing Guard Program.

• Information item: Status Report on the Mobility Element of the Thousand Oaks General Plan (report by Planning Division Manager Krystin Rice)
• Information item: Recommendation to install a new Sixth Route for Thousand Oaks Transit (report by Assistant Transit Planner Tyler Nestved)
• Commission referral: Status report on proposals for the City’s Crossing Guard Program
• Discussion of possible cancellation of November 26 and December 24 regular meetings due to holidays or City Hall closures

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council adopted a resolution denying two appeals and upheld the Planning Commission’s certification, thereby approving the Conejo Summit Project, including its final EIR, mitigation program, and related permits. It also approved a resolution allowing concurrent processing of Amgen’s specific‑plan amendment and development entitlements, finding the project exempt from CEQA. Several consent‑calendar items were approved unanimously, including ordinances adjusting campaign contribution limits, repealing and re‑adopting Title 8 code sections, and amending a development agreement. All votes were 5‑0.

• Adopted ordinance adjusting campaign contribution limits (Ordinance 1740-NS) – passed 5-0
• Adopted ordinance repealing and re‑adopting Title 8 sections (Ordinance 1741-NS) – passed 5-0
• Adopted ordinance amending Development Agreement DAGR‑2021‑70437 (Ordinance 1742-NS) – passed 5-0
• Adopted resolution authorizing concurrent processing of Amgen specific‑plan amendment (Res. 2025‑043) – passed 5-0
• Adopted resolution denying two appeals and upholding Conejo Summit Project approvals (Res. 2025‑044) – passed 5-0
• Ratified dates on consent calendar (General, Utilities, Golf Course, Theatres Demands) – passed 5-0
• Approved minutes of the October 7, 2025 council meeting – passed 5-0

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will meet to select liaison and committee positions for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The meeting includes a guest presentation on the Brown Act and planning for future agendas.

• Brown Act Overview presentation by Assistant City Attorney Noel Doran
• Selection of liaison positions for FY2025-26
• Selection of positions for COA Project Committee and Resource Directory and Outreach Committee for FY2025-26
• Liaison report from Ventura County Area Agency on Aging

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The Thousand Oaks City Council approved several items on the consent calendar, including ratifying utility and golf‑course demands, adopting the September 23 meeting minutes, and authorizing vehicle purchases totaling $634,851.82. The council also accepted a $1,379,072 FEMA grant for power backup at the Lang Ranch Pump Station, approved the 2025 Transit Title VI Plan Update, and awarded a $168,300 fuel‑station inspection contract. Additionally, the council read the first amendment to the city election campaign contribution limit and adopted building‑code amendments (MCA‑2025‑70002). All actions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved General, Utilities, Golf Course, Theatres Demands (ratified dates) – 5-0
• Approved minutes of the September 23, 2025 council meeting – 5-0
• Approved vehicle purchases totaling $634,851.82 – 5-0
• Accepted $1,379,072 FEMA grant for Lang Ranch Pump Station power backup – 5-0
• Approved 2025 Transit Title VI Plan Update – 5-0
• Awarded $168,300 fuel‑station inspection contract to Associated Consulting Civil & Environmental Services – 5-0
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending city election campaign contribution limits – 5-0
• Approved building‑code amendments (MCA‑2025‑70002) updating municipal code – 5-0

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Thousand Oaks Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to review liaison reports from school representatives and student councils, discuss committee updates, and hear from the City's communications director.

• Review liaison reports from School Representatives and SDAC
• Discuss Environmental and Arts committee updates
• Hear from City Communications Director Alexandra South
• Receive staff update on upcoming Youth Commission meetings
• Public comments period available

Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will receive staff reports on the Active Transportation Plan update and a traffic signal at Avenida De Los Arboles and Avenida De Las Plantas. The body will also review the status of the 2025-26 School Crossing Guard Program.

• Information report on Active Transportation Plan (ATP) Update by Mark Bueno and Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers
• Information report on traffic signal at Avenida De Los Arboles and Avenida De Las Plantas (CI 5597)
• Status update on the 2025-26 School Crossing Guard Program currently operating at 14 locations

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting

The council approved a series of consent‑calendar items, including advertising bids for the Wilder Reservoir Improvements Project and rejecting bids for polybutylene replacements. It also approved a $1.235 M construction contract for multiple reservoir upgrades and adopted a resolution to claim $5,712,915 from the Ventura County Transportation Fund. All actions were approved unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved staff recommendation to ratify General, Utilities, Golf Course, and Theatres dates (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of the September 9, 2025 City Council meeting (5‑0)
• Authorized staff to advertise construction bids for the Wilder Reservoir Improvements Project (5‑0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to Task Order 2 for Arroyo Conejo wastewater project, $7,507 expense (5‑0)
• Rejected all bids for Polybutylene Service and Valve Replacement projects and ordered re‑advertising (5‑0)
• Approved $1,235,100 construction contract (plus $123,510 contingency) for Kelley, Lang Ranch, Meadows, and Oakbrook reservoir improvements (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution to claim $5,712,915 (plus $35,500 estimated) Transportation Development Act funds (5‑0)
• Approved $312,300 construction contract (plus $31,230 contingency) for Hill Canyon Treatment Plant valve installation (5‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission approved the consent calendar items, adopting the September 8, 2025 minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved Special Use Permit SUP‑2025‑70008 for NABU Wines, finding the project CEQA‑exempt and allowing indoor live entertainment, with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approve September 8, 2025 minutes (consent calendar) – vote 3-0
• Approve 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule – vote 3-0
• Approve Special Use Permit SUP-2025-70008 for NABU Wines – vote 4-0

Youth Commission Special Meeting

The Youth Commission held a special meeting on September 10, 2025 to discuss its FY 2025‑26 overview and planning. Commissioners considered the commission’s resolution, functions, duties, future agenda items, and the selection of activities, committees, and liaison roles. The meeting also included public comments, a discussion of the Coastal Cleanup event scheduled for September 20, 2025, and staff updates. The next regular Youth Commission meeting is set for October 1, 2025.

• Review of FY 2025‑26 Youth Commission resolution, functions, and duties
• Planning of future agenda items and selection of activities, committees, and liaison roles
• Discussion of Coastal Cleanup event scheduled for September 20, 2025
• Public comments period
• Staff update and announcement of next regular meeting on October 1, 2025

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting

The Thousand Oaks City Council voted unanimously to approve a series of consent‑calendar items, including a citywide replacement of high‑pressure sodium street lights with LED fixtures. Other approvals covered a water easement vacation, library material funding, the 2025‑26 Water Master Plan contract, copier equipment leasing, the 2026 council meeting schedule, and bid advertising for a treatment‑plant filter project.

• Approved citywide LED street light conversion (5-0)
• Vacated portion of water easement at 400 N. Moorpark Road (Amy’s Kitchen) (5-0)
• Authorized up to $470,000 for library circulating materials and $280,000 for e‑resources (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27 Legislative Platform (5-0)
• Approved $345,465 contract with Kennedy/Jenks for 2025 Water Master Plan Update (5-0)
• Authorized $78,000 annual lease for citywide copier and reprographics equipment (5-0)
• Adopted resolution setting City Council meeting schedule for calendar year 2026 (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for construction bids for Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Tertiary Filter Rehabilitation (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the consent calendar item for the August 26, 2025 meeting (vote 4-0). It also adopted a resolution certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and approved the development permit, two vesting tentative tract maps, a protected tree permit, and a uniform sign program for the Conejo Summit project (vote 4-0).

• Approved Consent Calendar item 6.A. Minutes of August 26, 2025 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution certifying Final EIR and approved Development Permit 2019-70439-DP, Vesting Tentative Tract Maps 2019-70440-VTTM & 2019-70441-VTTM, Protected Tree Permit 2021-71158-PTP, and Uniform Sign Program 2019-70442-USP (4-0)

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and establish its meeting schedule and location for FY 2025-26. The body will also discuss future agenda planning, committee roles, and the Coastal Cleanup event on September 20, 2025.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Establishment of FY 2025-26 meeting schedule and location
• Planning for Coastal Cleanup on September 20, 2025
• TO Transit Update

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair and establish its meeting schedule for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The body will also discuss the Coastal Cleanup event and plan for a special meeting on September 10, 2025.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair
• FY 2025-26 YC Meeting Schedule
• Coastal Cleanup activity on September 20, 2025
• Planning for Special Meeting on September 10, 2025

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council unanimously approved a series of consent‑calendar items, including blanket purchase orders for asphalt and concrete, a revocable license with Safe Passage Youth Foundation, several professional‑services agreements, and a $4 million automated meter replacement program. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved blanket purchase orders for hot mix asphalt ($175,000/yr) and concrete ($225,000/yr) (5-0)
• Approved revocable license agreement with Safe Passage Youth Foundation at 265 South Rancho Road (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Envicom Corp for Unit W Box Canyon project ($96,420) (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 expense for Arroyo Conejo Trash Removal Phase II (5-0)
• Approved single‑source contract with Cotton, Shires & Associates for Hill Canyon Treatment Plant slope stabilization ($130,900) (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with D&D Engineering for Westlake Boulevard Landscape Improvements ($553,355) (5-0)
• Approved $4,000,000 Automated Meter Replacement Program (2 M FY25‑26, 2 M FY26‑27) (5-0)
• Designated Mayor David Newman as voting delegate for 2025 League of California Cities conference (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting. It adopted a resolution approving the Raising Cane’s drive‑thru project at 400 North Moorpark Road, including the special‑use and protected‑tree permits and the revised Condition 27. The commission also voted that the zoning code update action is not a CEQA project and accepted the briefing and memo.

• Approved Consent Calendar item 6.A (July 7, 2025 minutes) – vote 3‑0
• Adopted resolution approving Raising Cane’s drive‑thru project (SUP‑2024‑70023, PTP‑2025‑70042) – vote 4‑0
• Approved staff‑recommended changes to Condition 27 for the Raising Cane’s project – included in resolution
• Found the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update action is not a CEQA project – vote 5‑0
• Received update briefing and memo on Comprehensive Zoning Code, Sign Code, and Rezoning Program – vote 5‑0

Investment Review Committee Meeting

The Investment Review Committee will review and vote on the quarterly investment report to confirm the City’s investments meet the Investment Policy. Members will also discuss proposed changes to the Investment Policy. Finance updates will be presented, including the April‑June audit, the upcoming application filing period, and the schedule for the annual report to City Council.

• Review, discussion, and approval of quarterly report to City Council confirming compliance
• Discussion on proposed changes to the Investment Policy
• Quarterly Investment Review Audit (April – June 2025)
• Application filing period – tentative August 19 to September 18
• Annual Report to City Council – due December 2, 2025

Thousand Oaks City Council/Public Financing Authority Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The Thousand Oaks City Council/Public Financing Authority voted unanimously on several items, including a $1,842,700.22 purchase of two GapVax Vac Trucks and a $400,000 janitorial‑supplies agreement. They also adopted a summer‑recess authority for the City Manager, joined the Clean California Community Designation Program, and approved resident companies for the Bank of America Performing Arts Center.

• Approved $1,842,700.22 purchase of two GapVax Vac Trucks (5‑0)
• Approved $400,000 two‑year janitorial supplies “piggyback” agreement (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution granting City Manager authority during summer recess (5‑0)
• Approved participation in Clean California Community Designation Program (5‑0)
• Approved three resident companies for Bank of America Performing Arts Center (5‑0)
• Authorized advertising for improvements at Kelley, Lang Ranch pump stations and Meadows, Oakbrook reservoirs (5‑0)
• Ratified multiple General, Utilities, Golf Course and Theatres demand dates (5‑0)
• Approved reappointment of Angela Bradley as Resident Commissioner to the Ventura County Area Housing Authority (5‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission voted 3‑0 to adopt a resolution approving the Precise Plan of Design and Protected Tree Permit for a new 7,209‑sq‑ft residence at 1958 Smokey Ridge Avenue. The commission also voted 3‑0 to adopt a resolution revising policies for Mobile Home Rent Adjustment Just and Reasonable Return hearings and to rescind Resolution 08‑2025 PC. A consent calendar item approving minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting was also approved 3‑0.

• Approved Precise Plan of Design 2024‑70031 and Protected Tree Permit 2025‑70010 for 1958 Smokey Ridge Ave (3‑0)
• Approved revision of Mobile Home Rent Adjustment JRR hearing policies, rescinding Resolution 08‑2025 PC (3‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar item A – minutes of May 19, 2025 meeting (3‑0)

Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will receive staff reports on the updated 2025 traffic signal installation priority list and on radar feedback signs at 17 citywide locations, and will seek public input. The commission will also get a status update on the School Crossing Guard Program, which is slated to return to City Council for an update, tentatively July 8 2025. Additionally, the commission will consider canceling the July 23 2025 meeting and set the next meeting for September 24 2025.

• Updated 2025 List of Traffic Signal Installation Priorities – staff report with recommendation to receive report and obtain public input
• Radar Feedback Signs (CI 5548) at 17 locations citywide – staff report with recommendation to receive report and obtain public input
• Status report on the School Crossing Guard Program – program to be returned to City Council for update, tentatively July 8 2025
• Consideration of canceling the July 23 2025 meeting due to “dark” months in July and August
• Scheduling of the next TTAC meeting for September 24 2025 (or possibly July 23 2025)

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council adopted a series of consent‑calendar items, all passing unanimously (5‑0). Key actions included appointing new Youth Commission members, granting $10,000 annually to the Conejo Senior Volunteer Program, and approving a $46,060 amendment to the Sedgwick workers‑comp contract. The council also authorized multiple vehicle purchases totaling $640,958.30 and a $780,000 amendment to a Phoenix Civil Engineering services agreement. A $20,628 library budget adjustment for a digital display was also approved.

• Approved Youth Commission appointments of four members and three reappointments (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 annual grant to Conejo Senior Volunteer Program (5-0)
• Approved $46,060 amendment to Sedgwick workers‑comp contract (5-0)
• Approved purchase of six vehicles/equipment totaling $640,958.30 (5-0)
• Approved $780,000 amendment to Phoenix Civil Engineering contract for water‑wastewater project management (5-0)
• Approved $20,628 library budget for high‑resolution digital display (5-0)
• Authorized $142,450 appropriation for wastewater and solid‑waste equipment (5-0)
• Confirmed two representatives to Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (5-0)

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

In a closed‑session, the council unanimously voted to initiate pending litigation. The council also approved a series of consent‑calendar contracts, including a $2.25 million traffic‑signal maintenance agreement, a $75 thousand amendment to the Econolite contract, and multiple chemical‑supply agreements totaling $3,479,471. Additional approvals covered emergency‑funding agent designation, a SB 1 pavement‑overlay program, a $563,904 library services platform, and a $184,350 litter‑removal service, all passing 5‑0.

• Authorized initiation of litigation (unanimous)
• Approved $2,250,000 traffic‑signal maintenance services agreement (5‑0)
• Approved $75,000 amendment to Econolite traffic‑signal contract (5‑0)
• Approved chemical‑supply contracts totaling $3,479,471 (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution designating agents for state/federal emergency‑management funding (5‑0)
• Approved SB 1 2026 pavement‑overlay and slurry program, including $278,118 design contract (5‑0)
• Approved $563,904.20 library services platform agreement with Clarivate (5‑0)
• Approved $184,350 litter‑removal service contract (5‑0)

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will hear a presentation on the City of Thousand Oaks budget process from Budget Officer Ryan Roman. The body will also discuss project planning for 2024-25 and the annual report to City Council.

• Guest presentation on City of Thousand Oaks Budget Process by Ryan Roman
• Discussion on 2024-25 COA Project Planning
• Review of Annual Report to City Council
• Liaison reports for VCAAA, Goebel Adult Community Center Commission, and Senior Concerns
• Reports from Resource Directory and Demographics committees

Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will review potential pavement marking modifications for five road segments. The body will also receive a report on pedestrian and vehicle counts for the 2024-25 school year crossing guard program.

• Pavement restriping modifications for Erbes Road, Janss Road, Kanan Road, Parkview Drive, and Michael Drive
• Annual Crossing Guard Program pedestrian and vehicle count results (School Year 2024-25)
• Status update on rescinded appeal for speed humps on Montgomery Road between Janss Road and Briarcliff Road

Community Funding Review Committee Regular Meeting

The Thousand Oaks Community Funding Review Committee will meet on May 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Oak Room, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. The agenda includes a discussion of the FY2025-26 Community Social Services Grant and a recommendation of that grant to the City Council. Additional items are a process discussion, a tentative schedule for the FY2025-26 review cycle, and staff updates including the next meeting date.

• FY2025-26 Community Social Services Grant discussion and recommendation to City Council
• Process Discussion
• FY2025-26 CFRC Tentative Schedule
• Staff Update: follow‑up items and announcements
• Upcoming CFRC meeting scheduled for September 24, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting

The council unanimously approved the Thousand Oaks Boulevard Landscape Improvements Phase 2 project, including a $2,425,743.70 construction contract, related budget appropriations, and delegation of authority to the City Engineer. It also approved a $14,980 grant for water‑metering membership, a $200,000 legal services agreement for mobile‑home‑park issues, and a resolution to begin judicial foreclosure of delinquent special taxes. All items passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved $2,425,743.70 construction contract for Landscape Improvements Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Approved $245,000 contingency for Landscape Improvements Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Approved $116,795 professional services amendment for Landscape Improvements Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Approved $860,525 budget appropriation for Landscape Fund Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Approved $14,980 grant for California Data Collaborative AMI membership (5‑0)
• Approved up to $200,000 legal services agreement for mobile‑home‑park issues (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing judicial foreclosure of delinquent special taxes in CFD 1994‑1 (5‑0)
• Approved up to $125,000 legal services agreements with workplace investigators (5‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the consent‑calendar minutes from the May 12 meeting (5‑0). It then adopted a resolution finding that the updated SB9 regulations are exempt from CEQA requirements (5‑0). Staff also presented proposed changes to the mobile‑home rent‑adjustment resolution, but no vote was taken.

• Approved consent‑calendar minutes of May 12, 2025 (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution exempting SB9 regulation update from CEQA (5‑0)
• Discussed proposed changes to mobile‑home rent‑adjustment resolution (no vote)

COSCA Board Special Meeting

The board adopted a resolution to accept three open space parcels (0.75 acre Skyline, 4.46 acres McCrea, 1.93 acres Arroyo Conejo) from the City of Thousand Oaks, finding the action exempt from CEQA. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0. The board also approved related actions on COSTAC appointments, a trash‑removal contract, and the 2025 volunteer manual.

• Approved minutes of February 19, 2025 meeting (4‑0, Engler abstained)
• Approved staff recommendation to appoint new COSTAC members and alternates (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution accepting three open space parcels totaling 7.14 acres (5‑0)
• Approved $285,000 contract with Woods Maintenance Services for Arroyo Conejo Trash Removal Phase II and authorized $35,000 additional funding (5‑0)
• Adopted 2025 COSCA Volunteer Manual and granted secretary authority to correct typographic errors (5‑0)

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The City Council voted 5‑0 to authorize the initiation of litigation in the Brit Nicole Marie Tsumpes case. It also approved several contract and funding items, including a $36,900 amendment for La Granada Reservoir, a $352,269.85 vehicle purchase, $1.36 M for pump‑station improvements, $779,645 for a citywide concrete program, an EV‑van grant MOU, and a $195,000 fleet‑electrification consulting agreement. All items passed unanimously.

• Authorized initiation of litigation (5-0)
• Approved $36,900 La Granada Reservoir engineering amendment (5-0)
• Approved $352,269.85 purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $1,056,670 construction contract plus $105,667 contingency and $175,000 consulting for pump‑station improvements (5-0)
• Approved $779,645 citywide concrete replacement and sidewalk repair program (5-0)
• Approved EV‑van grant Memorandum of Understanding with VCREA (5-0)
• Approved $195,000 consulting contract for fleet electrification and battery storage (5-0)
• Ratified prior council minutes and general consent calendar items (5-0)

Finance/Audit Committee Special Meeting

The Finance/Audit Committee will hear the City’s proposed operating budget for fiscal years 2025‑26 and 2026‑27, presented by Finance Director Jaime Boscarino and Budget Officer Ryan Roman. Committee members may discuss the budget proposals and consider any public comments submitted on the agenda items. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and setting the next meeting date.

• Presentation of FY 2025‑26 proposed operating budget – Jaime Boscarino, Finance Director
• Presentation of FY 2026‑27 proposed operating budget – Ryan Roman, Budget Officer
• Public comments on agenda items
• Roll call of Councilmember Al Adam and Councilmember Tie Gutierrez
• Setting next meeting date

The committee presented an overview of the proposed operating budgets for FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27. No formal actions or votes were taken. The budget study session is scheduled for the City Council meeting on May 13, 2025.

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved the consent calendar item approving the minutes of the April 28, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also adopted a resolution finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and approved Special Use Permit SUP‑2024‑70020 for a monument sign at 145 West Hillcrest Drive, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of April 28, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-2024-70020 and CEQA categorical exemption (5-0)

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will meet to hear a presentation on the City's operating budget and discuss committee reports, recruitment, and the annual report to the City Council.

• Guest speaker: City Budget Officer Ryan Roman
• Youth Leadership Summit Planning
• Student District Advisory Council (SDAC) report
• 2025 Youth Commission Recruitment Process
• Annual Report to City Council

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will discuss project planning for 2024‑25, review the annual report to City Council, and open recruitment for new volunteers through May 8, 2025. A guest speaker from Senior Alliance For Empowerment will address the board, and commissioners will select two representatives to fill vacancies on the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council, with terms ending June 30, 2027.

• Selection of City Representatives to Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council (two vacancies, term to June 30, 2027)
• 2025 COA Recruitment Process – application open through 5 p.m. on May 8, 2025
• Guest speaker: Senior Alliance For Empowerment (SAFE), Rich Sauer, President
• 2024‑25 COA Project Planning and Discussion
• Annual Report to City Council

Investment Review Committee Meeting

The Investment Review Committee will review and vote on the quarterly report confirming that the City’s investment portfolio complies with the investment policy as of March 31, 2025. The meeting also includes a finance update presenting the quarterly investment audit for January‑March 2025. No public comments were received. The committee will then adjourn.

• Review, discussion, and approval of the quarterly report to City Council confirming policy compliance
• Presentation of the Quarterly Investment Review Audit covering January – March 2025
• Finance update (information only) on the quarterly audit results
• Distribution of attachments: Investment Ladder, Activity Report, Maturity Comparison, Historical Balance, CalTRUST Summary, LAIF Performance
• Opportunity for public written or oral comments (none submitted)

The committee reviewed the quarterly investment report, noting the portfolio yield rose to 2.72% from 2.55% and staff will continue laddering the portfolio over a five‑year horizon. The report was approved unanimously, 4‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved quarterly investment report (4-0)

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council approved the transfer of city‑owned open space parcel APN 663-0-093-225 to the Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency. It also approved Community Events Grants of $89,890.62, on‑call professional services agreements up to $500,000 each, and $837,333 for the Navigation Center, all with unanimous 5‑0 votes.

• Approved transfer of open space parcel APN 663-0-093-225 to COSCA (5-0)
• Approved Community Events Grants totaling $89,890.62 (5-0)
• Approved on‑call professional services agreements with Rick Engineering, Inc.; Encompass Consultant Group; and Optony, Inc., up to $500,000 each (5-0)
• Approved $837,333 appropriation for Navigation Center construction costs (5-0)
• Approved Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund expenditure plan for FY 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved General, Utilities, Golf Course, and Theatres demands ratification (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Wilfred Garrand to Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved purchase of TOTV camera systems package for $34,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 Planning Commission Reorganization Meeting, with a 4‑0 vote (Commissioner Buss abstained). The Commission also voted 5‑0 to find that filing the 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report is not a CEQA project and to receive and file the report.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2025 Reorganization Meeting (4-0, Buss abstained)
• Found 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report not a CEQA project and filed it (5-0)

Youth Commission Special Meeting

The Thousand Oaks Youth Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop. The body will receive input regarding the Youth Leadership Summit.

• Workshop to receive input on the Youth Leadership Summit

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The council approved several consent‑calendar items, most notably a $300,000 sole‑source agreement with Duke’s Root Control for wastewater pipeline services and a $79,600 amendment for Unit W wastewater interceptor improvements. A resolution was adopted to vacate water easements at 1872 Newbury Road, and a public‑emergency declaration was confirmed, waiving the bid process for emergency repairs. All consent items passed unanimously (5‑0). The closed‑session discussion covered pending and anticipated litigation, but no report was given.

• Approved $300,000 Root Control Services Agreement (5‑0)
• Approved $79,600 Unit W Wastewater Interceptor Improvements amendment (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution to vacate water easements at 1872 Newbury Road (5‑0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Conejo Summit Project services, total $175,000 (5‑0)
• Confirmed Public Emergency Declaration and waived bid process (5‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 Top Ten Priorities and Citywide Goals (5‑0)
• Ratified March 26, April 2, April 9, April 16, and April 23, 2025 dates (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2025 City Council meeting (5‑0)

Capital Facilities Committee Special Meeting

The Capital Facilities Committee will consider the proposed FY 2025‑27 Capital Improvement Program budget. Public comments are limited to items on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date.

• Proposed FY 2025‑27 Capital Improvement Program budget

The Capital Facilities Committee reviewed a proposed FY 2025‑27 Capital Improvement Program budget of $159.6 million covering 147 projects. The budget was presented by Budget Officer Ryan Roman. The committee will forward the proposal to the City Council for consideration at the Study Session on April 8, 2025. No formal actions or votes were taken at this meeting.

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission approved the Consent Calendar item to adopt the minutes of the March 17, 2025 Reorganization Meeting, with a 3‑0 vote. It also adopted a resolution finding the proposed Capital Improvement Program for FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 is not a CEQA project and is consistent with the General Plan, and will be conveyed to City Council, with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Consent Calendar item 6.A. Minutes of March 17, 2025 (3-0)
• Adopted CEQA resolution for FY 2025‑26 & 2026‑27 Capital Improvement Program (4-0)

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss project planning for 2024-25 and the 2025 recruitment process. The body will also review liaison and committee reports and discuss the 2025-26 meeting schedule.

• Guest presentation by Tim Duerr, Director of Recreation and Community Services for Conejo Recreation and Park District
• Discussion on 2024-25 COA Project Planning
• Discussion on 2025 COA Recruitment Process
• Proclamation for Older Americans Month to be presented to City Council on April 29, 2025
• Selection of City Representatives to Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will hear from the Conejo Recreation and Park District and discuss planning for a Youth Leadership Summit. The body will also review the 2025 recruitment process and the annual report to City Council.

• Guest speaker Melissa Ruwhiu from Conejo Recreation and Park District
• Youth Leadership Summit planning
• 2025 Youth Commission recruitment process
• Annual Report to City Council
• 2025-26 tentative Youth Commission schedule

Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Traffic and Transportation Advisory Commission will review staff reports on Lynn Road bike lanes and sidewalks, and an update to Assembly Bill 413 regarding a 20‑foot clear parking zone near a crosswalk. It will receive status updates on a speed‑hump petition for Montgomery Road and a referral about vegetation obstructing sight lines at Lindero Canyon Road and Blackbird Avenue. The commission will also consider whether to cancel the regular Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for April 23, 2025.

• Lynn Road Class IV bike lanes and sidewalks (CI 5660) – staff report and public input
• Update on Assembly Bill 413 daylighting law – 20‑foot clear parking zone near crosswalk
• Petition for speed humps on Montgomery Road between Janss Road and Briarcliff Road – appealed to City Council
• Referral for vegetation pruning and speed‑limit enforcement at Lindero Canyon Road at Blackbird Avenue
• Consideration of possible cancellation of the regular Traffic Commission meeting on April 23, 2025

Community Funding Review Committee Regular Meeting

The Community Funding Review Committee will discuss public comments, review follow‑up information on food recovery and environmental enhancement, and make recommendations on the FY2025‑26 Community Event Grant to the City Council. The meeting also includes staff updates on conflict‑of‑interest filings, recruitment for four vacant seats, and scheduling of the next committee meeting.

• FY2025‑26 Community Event Grant (CEG) recommendations to City Council
• Follow‑up on January 15, 2025 request for additional information on food recovery and environmental enhancement
• Recruitment for four CFRC vacancies (open through April 3, 2025)
• Annual filing of Form 700 Conflict of Interest statements by April 1, 2025
• Upcoming CFRC meeting on April 30, 2025 at 6 p.m. in the Oak Room

Thousand Oaks City Council Regular Meeting (Closed Session)

The Thousand Oaks City Council voted unanimously (5‑0) to approve a series of contracts and agreements, including a $7.35 million transit funding disbursement agreement, a $1.25 million construction contract for the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant stormwater diversion project, and a state lobbying services agreement up to $475,000. Additional approvals covered the purchase of two electric vans for the Dial‑A‑Ride program, professional services for environmental reviews, a wastewater interceptor equipment purchase, and the appointment of Victor Kamhi to the Ventura County Transportation Advisory Committee. The council also ratified several past meeting dates and minutes on the consent calendar.

• Approved Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Stormwater Diversion Project contract to Toro Enterprises ($1,249,500) and related expenses totaling $1,579,180 (5‑0)
• Approved $7,350,000 transit funding disbursement agreement for SB 125 grants ($5,550,000 TIRCP and $1,800,000 ZETCP) (5‑0)
• Approved State lobbying services agreement with California Public Policy Group up to $475,000 total ($95,000 per year) (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of two electric vans for Dial‑A‑Ride program for $417,022.82 (5‑0)
• Approved professional services agreement for Downtown Thousand Oaks environmental review ($347,760) (5‑0)
• Approved Unit W Wastewater Interceptor equipment purchase (plug valves) for $126,655 (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Victor Kamhi to the Ventura County Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (5‑0)
• Approved consent calendar items ratifying February‑April 2025 dates and meeting minutes (5‑0)

Finance/Audit Committee Special Meeting

The Finance/Audit Committee will hear a presentation on the FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27 user fee updates. Public comments are allowed but limited to agenda items. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment.

• FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27 user fees update presentation
• Public comments on agenda‑listed issues
• Call to order and roll call
• Determine next meeting date
• Adjournment

The Finance/Audit Committee held a special meeting on March 24, 2025. Committee members and city staff presented an overview of the draft FY 2025‑26 and FY 2026‑27 user fees. No actions or votes were taken; the user‑fees study is scheduled for the City Council meeting on March 25, 2025.

Council on Aging Regular Meeting

The Council on Aging will hold its regular meeting to receive public comments, hear two guest speakers—one on services at the Westminster Free Clinic and another on the future of downtown Thousand Oaks—review liaison and committee reports, and discuss the 2024‑25 COA project plan. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Guest speaker Lisa Safaeinili on services at Westminster Free Clinic
• Guest speaker Akbar Alikhan on the future of downtown Thousand Oaks
• Liaison reports from VCAAA, Goebel Adult Community Center Commission, Conejo Senior Volunteer Program, Senior Concerns, California Senior Legislature, Many Mansions
• Committee reports from Resource Directory Committee and Demographics Committee
• Discussion of the 2024‑25 Council on Aging project planning

Youth Commission Regular Meeting

The Youth Commission will hear a guest speaker on the future of downtown Thousand Oaks, followed by committee reports on a Youth Leadership Summit, environmental issues, and arts initiatives. Liaison reports from the Student District Advisory Council and the Teen Center will also be discussed. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Guest speaker: discussion on the Future of Downtown Thousand Oaks
• Committee report: Youth Leadership Summit planning
• Committee report: Environmental discussion
• Committee report: Arts discussion
• Liaison reports: Student District Advisory Council and Teen Center

Council on Aging Meeting

The Council on Aging will hold its regular meeting on February 6, 2025. Commissioners will hear public comments, a guest speaker from Athens Services, and reports from various liaison and committee groups. The agenda includes discussion of the 2024‑25 Council on Aging project plan. No specific decisions or actions are listed in the agenda.

• Public Comments
• Guest Speaker: Athens Services
• Liaison Reports (Ventura County Area Agency on Aging, Goebel Adult Community Center Commission, Conejo Senior Volunteer Program, Senior Concerns, California Senior Legislature, Many Mansions)
• Committee Reports (Resource Directory Committee, Demographics Committee)
• 2024‑25 COA Project Planning and Discussion

Investment Review Committee

The Investment Review Committee will review and vote to approve the quarterly report to the City Council confirming that the City’s investment portfolio complies with the Investment Policy as of December 31, 2024. The committee will also conduct its annual election of a chair. Finance updates, including the October‑December 2024 investment audit, will be presented for information only.

• Approve quarterly report confirming compliance of a $368,921,377 portfolio
• Annual election of committee chair
• Quarterly investment audit covering October–December 2024 (information only)
• Review of quarterly investment performance data (yields, book value, etc.)
• Reference to the adopted Investment Policy available on the city website

Youth Commission Meeting

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss a transit project and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The agenda includes a guest speaker from Athens Services and planning for a Youth Leadership Summit.

• Guest speaker: Athens Services
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) discussion
• Transit Project discussion
• Youth Leadership Summit planning
• Reports from Student District Advisory Council (SDAC) and Teen Center

Community Funding Review Committee Meeting

The Community Funding Review Committee will hold its regular meeting to hear public comments and review summary notes from the October 30, 2024 meeting. The committee will discuss and make recommendations on the Community Environmental Enhancement Grant (CEEG) program to the City Council. A process discussion will follow before adjournment.

• Public Comments
• Summary Notes – October 30, 2024 (information only)
• Community Environmental Enhancement Grant (CEEG) recommendations to City Council
• Process Discussion
• Adjournment