Westlake Village public meetings in 2023
98 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Environmental Committee meeting scheduled for December 28, 2023, has been cancelled. No future meetings for 2024 have been scheduled at this time.
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting has not yet been scheduled.
- Regular meeting cancelled for December 21, 2023 at 3:30 p.m.
- Next meeting for 2024 not yet scheduled
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold its annual reorganization meeting to elect a new mayor and mayor pro tem for the 2023-24 term. The council will also adopt Resolution No. 2330-23 establishing annual financial authorizations and policies. Special presentations will honor outgoing Mayor Ray Pearl.
- Election of 2023-24 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2330-23 for annual financial authorizations and policies
- Special presentations to outgoing Mayor Ray Pearl
- Oath of office administered by Judge H. Jay Ford
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The City Council's Administrative Committee regular meeting scheduled for December 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting for 2024 has not yet been scheduled. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.
- Regular meeting of December 11, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. cancelled
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: one for a rooftop wireless telecommunications facility at 5706 Corsa Avenue and another to expand alcohol service into Suite 603 of a new restaurant at 31149 Via Colinas. The council will also consider a $27,000 contract for recruiting a Deputy City Manager and a music licensing agreement for special events. The meeting includes updates on park signage and shade structures.
- Public hearing on CUP 95-003, Modification No. 3 for continued operation of a rooftop wireless facility at 5706 Corsa Avenue
- Public hearing on CUP 23-005, Modification No. 1 to expand alcohol service into Suite 603 at 31149 Via Colinas
- Professional services agreement with Peckham & McKinney, Inc. for $27,000 to recruit a Deputy City Manager
- Contract with SESAC LLC for music licensing at special events
- Approval of warrants totaling $856,028.44 for November 15 and December 1, 2023
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will discuss three items: a Dish Wireless rooftop cell facility at 5716 Corsa Avenue, Costco's request to convert indoor food service to outdoor at 5700 Lindero Canyon Road, and proposed changes to Hillside Development Standards to regulate new development on slopes affecting public views in multiple neighborhoods.
- Conditional Use Permit 23-006: Dish Wireless rooftop telecom facility with six antennas and twelve remote radio units at 5716 Corsa Avenue
- Planned Development Permit 94-006 Modification 2: Costco outdoor food service conversion at 5700 Lindero Canyon Road
- Slope Development Standards: new provisions for slopes impacting public views in Three Springs, Parkwood Estates, Southridge Trails, Westlake Trails, Canyon Oaks, Upper Terrace, Westlake Terrace, Westlake Pointe, Sycamore Canyon Estates, and Mixed Use Corsa districts
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation will receive an update on the October 14 City Celebration event fundraiser, review a financial report, and discuss the timeline and marketing plan for the 2024 Scholarship Program. The board will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Update on City Celebration event fundraiser held October 14, 2023
- Financial report review
- Discussion of 2024 Scholarship Program application timeline and marketing plan
- Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee will receive a report from LASD on recent crime statistics and strategies, and will hear an update on the Lakeview Complete Street Project design concept. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.
- LASD public safety report on statistics, trends, and strategies
- Lakeview Complete Street Project design concept update
City Council Meeting Agendas
This is a special closed session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council. The only agenda item is a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, with one potential case cited. No public decisions or open-session actions are scheduled.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The November 13, 2023 regular meeting of the Administrative Committee (City Council Committee) has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 11, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled for November 13, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for December 11, 2023
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Environmental Committee will receive a staff presentation and hold a discussion regarding landscape design concepts for arterial medians.
- Staff presentation and discussion on Arterial Median Landscape Design Concepts
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving a maintenance agreement for the Community Park soccer turf, awarding contracts for irrigation upgrades and civic center painting, and amending the city manager's employment agreement. The agenda also includes a presentation of the Cecilia DePippo Kindness Award and committee reports.
- Maintenance agreement with Hellas Construction for Community Park turf infill replenishment, $109,503
- Irrigation Controller Upgrade Project: contracts with SiteOne Landscape Supply ($76,037.60), Arroyo Irrigation ($37,411.33), and American Heritage Landscape ($17,202)
- Civic Center Exterior Painting Project contract with Perfection Painting Corporation, $73,200
- Amendment No. 3 to City Manager Employment Agreement with Robert de Geus
- Warrants effective November 1, 2023, totaling $612,016.24
Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee
The Cultural Recreation Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and make recommendations on three park-related items: a Community Park entrance sign, a trash enclosure at Community Park, and a shade structure at Canyon Oaks Park. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- Initial discussion on Community Park entrance sign
- Staff presentation and recommendation on Community Park trash enclosure
- Staff presentation and recommendation on shade structure at Canyon Oaks Park
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss staff updates, including the 2024 meeting schedule and member terms, and to review special events such as the City Celebration, Holiday Sing-Along, and upcoming 2024 events like Westlake Village Discovers and Earth Day. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Review of 2024 meeting schedule
- Member term updates
- City Celebration review
- Holiday Sing-Along activities and volunteer shifts
- Look ahead at 2024 events: Westlake Village Discovers and Earth Day
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will consider three items: a time extension and antenna modifications for an AT&T wireless facility at 5706 Corsa Avenue, a modification to allow alcohol sales and expansion of a restaurant at 31149 Via Colinas, and an after-the-fact oak tree permit for unpermitted pruning of 45 protected oak trees at Lindero Road and Russell Ranch Road.
- AT&T Wireless requests time extension and antenna modifications at 5706 Corsa Avenue
- Restaurant at 31149 Via Colinas seeks alcohol sales permit and expansion into third suite
- Oak tree permit for unpermitted pruning of 45 protected oak trees at Lindero Road & Russell Ranch Road
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Environmental Committee will review a proposed agreement with Southern California Edison for LED street light conversion. The committee will also discuss design plans for sidewalk segments on Lindero Canyon Road.
- Street Light LED Conversion Agreement with Southern California Edison
- Sidewalk segment designs for Lindero Canyon Road from Baronsgate to Lakeview
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will decide on awarding a $605,388 construction contract for pickleball courts at Community Park, funded partly by a $271,798 Measure A grant and $91,723 in Community Benefit Fees. Other items include introducing an ordinance updating fencing and gate regulations, appointing an interim city treasurer, and approving a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant.
- Award $605,388 construction contract to Pacific Tennis Courts Inc. for Community Park Pickleball Courts Project
- Approve $271,798 Measure A grant application and $91,723 Community Benefit Fee appropriation for pickleball courts
- Introduce Ordinance No. 305-23 amending fencing, walls, and gate regulations in the municipal code
- Appoint Assistant City Manager Josephine Wilson as Interim City Treasurer
- Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 23-003 for beer, wine, and distilled spirits sales at 30770 Russell Ranch Road Suite G
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee will receive a report from LASD on recent crime trends and discuss updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan, seeking public input.
- LASD staff to present public safety statistics and strategies
- Discussion of Emergency Operations Plan update
- Overview and public input on Hazard Mitigation Plan
Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee
The Cultural Recreation Committee will review bid opening results and funding options for pickleball courts and make a recommendation. The meeting is a special hybrid session with public comment available in person or via Zoom.
- Pickleball court bid opening results presented
- Funding options for pickleball courts discussed
- Committee to make recommendation on bids and funding
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on two permits: reauthorizing a wireless telecommunications facility at 5495 Via Rocas and approving demolition of 26,362 sq ft and construction of 36,500 sq ft for an auto storage facility at 5388 Sterling Center Drive. They will also discuss bus shelter refurbishment concepts, approve a request for proposals for Civic Center Courtyard improvements, adjust medical premiums for active employees, and review fiscal year budgets.
- Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit No. 23-002 for wireless facility at 5495 Via Rocas
- Public hearing: Planned Development Permit No. 23-002 for auto storage expansion at 5388 Sterling Center Drive
- Approve warrants totaling $628,269.52
- Adopt Resolution 2323-23 to increase insurance coverage benefit for full-time active employees
- Approve RFP for Civic Center Courtyard Improvements with Veterans Honor
City Council Meeting Agendas
This is a special closed-session meeting only. The council will discuss anticipated litigation related to the BKK Landfill, conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager, and confer with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented City Manager position.
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case) regarding BKK Landfill
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
- Conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employee: City Manager
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village City Council's Administrative Committee will meet to review and discuss four business items: investment options with Pacific Western Bank, the City's Department of Justice Criminal Background Check Policy, appointing an Interim City Treasurer, and future Kindness Award Criteria. All items are listed for review and discussion only; no final decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Review of investment options with Pacific Western Bank
- Discussion of Department of Justice Criminal Background Check Policy
- Consideration of appointing an Interim City Treasurer
- Review of Kindness Award Criteria
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Committee will review bid opening results and funding options for pickleball courts. The committee is expected to make a recommendation on the project.
- Pickleball court bid opening results and funding options presented for committee recommendation
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The October 4, 2023 regular meeting of the Land Use Committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 1, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Environmental Committee will discuss two business items: an overview of the current fiscal year project for landscape controller upgrades, and alternatives for bus shelter improvements. The meeting is open for public comment in person or via Zoom.
- Landscape controller upgrades project overview for current fiscal year
- Alternatives for city bus shelter improvements
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits: expanding a dance studio at 5700 Corsa Avenue, continuing an instructional fitness facility at 31230 Cedar Valley Drive, and allowing beer and wine sales at a restaurant at 5790 Lindero Canyon Road. The council will also consider continuing appropriations from the prior fiscal year and approve a neighborhood beautification program. The meeting includes routine reports from the Sheriff, Fire, and Chamber of Commerce.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 98-001 Modification No. 3 to expand a dance studio at 5700 Corsa Avenue, Suite 106
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 18-003 Modification No. 2 to continue an instructional fitness facility at 31230 Cedar Valley Drive, Suite 102
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 23-004 to allow beer and wine sales at an existing restaurant at 5790 Lindero Canyon Road, Suite 2A
- Resolution 2320-23 to amend the FY 2023-24 budget for continuing appropriations from FY 2022-23
- Approval of warrants totaling $368,313.03
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation will discuss appointing a new Chief Financial Officer due to a vacancy, receive a financial update, and review fundraising for the October 14 City Celebration event. The board will also approve minutes from April and June 2023 meetings.
- Consideration of appointing the Foundation Secretary as Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer
- Update on City Celebration event fundraising on October 14, 2023
- Financial report and bank account status update
- Approval of April 25, 2023 and June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee will receive a public safety report from LASD, discuss new parking restrictions on La Tienda to improve sight distance, and review safety concerns at the Community Park entrance/exit driveway. No final decisions are expected; these are discussion items.
- LASD public safety statistics and trends overview
- New recommended parking restrictions on La Tienda to improve sight distance
- Safety concerns and possible mitigation measures for Community Park entrance/exit driveway
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for alcohol sales at a new restaurant in Lindero Oaks, and consider adopting an ordinance updating sign regulations. The council will also vote on awarding contracts for sidewalk and landscape improvements, approving an agreement for 17 automated license plate reader cameras, and appointing members to the Public Safety Advisory Board.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 23-005 to allow beer, wine, and distilled spirits sales at a new restaurant at 31149 Via Colinas, Suites 601 & 602
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 23-003 (details not specified)
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 304-23 amending municipal sign regulations
- Award of $689,240 contract to DASH Construction for FY 2023-24 Sidewalk Improvement Project and $142,868.80 contract to Marina Landscape for Lindero Canyon Road Parkway Landscape Improvement
- Approval of agreement with Flock Group Inc. for leasing 17 Automated License Plate Reader cameras
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council is holding a study session to discuss acceptable color hues and shades for residential and non-residential buildings and the regulation of exterior colors. No formal action is scheduled; the item is for discussion only.
- Study session on exterior colors of residential and non-residential buildings
- Discussion of acceptable color hues and shades
- Regulation of exterior colors
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will discuss two items: a request to renew a conditional use permit for an existing Verizon Wireless telecommunications facility on a mono-eucalyptus tree at Calvary Community Church, and a planned development permit to demolish and expand a car storage facility at 5388 Sterling Center Drive.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 23-002: Renewal for Verizon Wireless facility at 5495 Via Rocas on Calvary Community Church site
- Planned Development Permit No. 23-002: Demolish 26,362 sq. ft. and build 36,500 sq. ft. of commercial space for Finish Line Auto Club car storage expansion at 5388 Sterling Center Drive
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The September 11, 2023 regular meeting of the Administrative Committee (City Council Committee) has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is October 9, 2023 at 3:30 p.m.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for October 9, 2023
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to receive staff updates, welcome a new member, and discuss upcoming special events. The main business is planning activities and volunteer shifts for the City Celebration and receiving an update on the Holiday Sing-Along, along with a recap of summer events.
- Welcome new C.R.A.B. member
- Summer events recap
- City Celebration: plan activities and volunteer shifts
- Holiday Sing-Along update
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Environmental Committee will discuss alternative infill material for Community Park soccer fields, receive an update on the Civic Center Courtyard and Honoring Veterans RFP, and review the history and criteria of the Neighborhood Beautification Grants program. No decisions are listed; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion on possible alternative infill material for Community Park soccer fields
- Staff update on draft bid for Civic Center Courtyard and Honoring Veterans RFP
- Discussion on history and application criteria of Neighborhood Beautification Grants
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a public hearing on updating election sign regulations, consider adopting a Sidewalk Master Plan, and vote on plans for new pickleball courts at Community Park. They will also approve a $236,208.58 warrant and a contract for speed trailer deployment.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 304-23 to update election sign regulations
- Adoption of the Sidewalk Master Plan final report
- Adoption of plans and authorization to advertise bids for Community Park Pickleball Courts
- Approval of warrants totaling $236,208.58
- Agreement with Total Barricade Service Inc. for weekly speed trailer deployment
The City Council approved Ordinance No. 304-23 to update election sign regulations, including new timing and placement rules. The council also approved a speed trailer service agreement and designated a voting delegate for the League of California Cities.
- Approved Ordinance No. 304-23 updating election sign regulations with 35-day placement timing and no additional signs on corner lots (3-2)
- Approved professional services agreement with Total Barricade Service, Inc. for weekly speed trailer deployment
- Designated Mayor Pro Tem Ned Davis as Voting Delegate for the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference
- Approved warrants effective July 15, 2023, totaling $236,208.58 (5-0)
- Approved the Agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 28, July 12 (Study Session), and July 12 (Regular Meeting) (5-0)
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee will interview applicants and discuss recommendations to fill six vacancies on the Public Safety Advisory Board. Interviews were conducted on July 21 and July 25, 2023.
- Interview applicants for 6 vacancies on the Public Safety Advisory Board
- Discussion and recommendations on appointments
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Administrative Committee will discuss a Councilmember Technology Stipend Policy, consider local campaign contribution limits in light of state legislation (AB 571 and SB 1439), and review city revenue sources and opportunities. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are scheduled.
- Review of Councilmember Technology Stipend Policy
- Discussion of local campaign limits related to AB 571 and SB 1439
- Overview of City Revenue Sources and Opportunities
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee will hear a report from LASD staff on recent public safety statistics, trends, and strategies. The committee will also interview applicants for the Public Safety Advisory Board. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- LASD staff overview of public safety statistics, trends, and strategies
- Interviews for Public Safety Advisory Board applicants
- Hybrid meeting with in-person and Zoom participation options
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Land Use Committee will discuss and potentially decide on five conditional use permit items, including time extensions for a dance studio and a fitness facility, renewing a permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant, a new permit for a restaurant, and reinstating a revoked permit for a restaurant. The meeting is open for public comment in person or via Zoom.
- Time extension for dance studio at 5700 Corsa Avenue, Suite 106
- Time extension for instructional fitness facility at 31230 Cedar Valley Drive
- Renewal of alcohol sales permit for restaurant at 5790 Lindero Canyon Road, Suite 2A
- New alcohol sales permit for restaurant at 31149 Via Colinas, Suites 601 & 602
- Reinstatement of revoked alcohol sales permit for restaurant at 30770 Russell Ranch Road, Suite G
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a modification to a planned development permit for a new single-family residence at 3707 Brigantine Circle, seeking approval for changes to exterior materials and entryway design. The council will also consider accepting completion of the Traffic Signal Painting Project Phase 2, approving a security services agreement for community parks, and adopting plans for sidewalk and landscape improvement projects. Consent calendar includes approval of warrants totaling $1,169,002.78.
- Public hearing on Modification No. 1 to Planned Development Permit No. 21-002 for 3707 Brigantine Circle
- Acceptance of completion of Traffic Signal Painting Project, Phase 2
- New professional services agreement with Secural Security Corporation for security at Community Park and Dog Park
- Adoption of plans for FY 2022-23 Sidewalk Improvement Project and Lindero Canyon Road Parkway Landscape Improvement Project
- Approval of warrants effective July 1, 2023 for $1,169,002.78
The City Council approved a design modification for a residence at 3707 Brigantine Circle and authorized bidding for sidewalk and landscaping improvements. The council also appointed a new member to the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board and named the 2023 Citizen and Student of the Year.
- Approved Resolution No. 2315-23 for exterior material and entryway changes at 3707 Brigantine Circle (3-1)
- Adopted plans and authorized bids for FY 2022-23 Sidewalk Improvement and Lindero Canyon Road Parkway Landscape projects (4-0)
- Appointed Finleigh Williams to the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board through Dec 31, 2023 (4-0)
- Selected Dr. Ted Corwin as 2023 Citizen of the Year and Shai Adams as 2023 Student of the Year (4-0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Secural Security Corporation for Community and Dog Parks (4-0)
- Approved warrants effective July 1, 2023, totaling $1,169,002.78 (4-0)
- Accepted completion of Traffic Signal Painting Project, Phase 2 (4-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a study session to review and discuss the draft Sidewalk Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Review and discussion of the draft Sidewalk Master Plan
The City Council held a study session to review and discuss the draft Sidewalk Master Plan. Staff presented data collection methods, design concepts, and prioritization criteria for future capital improvement projects. No formal votes were taken on the plan during this session.
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding property modifications and school campus expansions. The agenda also includes a three-year agreement for recreation services and updates to personnel policies.
- Planned Development Permit No. 22-004: 1,062 sq. ft. addition at 4040 Whitesail Circle
- Conditional Use Permit No. 18-007: Auto body repair facility at 31131 Via Colinas, Suite 601
- Permit modifications for middle school campus at 31829 La Tienda Road to increase enrollment and add modular classrooms
- Three-year agreement with Conejo Recreation and Park District for youth and senior services
- Warrants effective June 15, 2023, totaling $515,565.09
The City Council approved a planned development permit for a 1,062 square foot addition and remodel of a single-family residence. The council also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. A public hearing was held regarding an auto body repair facility permit extension, but the provided text ends before the final vote.
- Approved Planned Development Permit No. 22-004 for remodel and 1,062 sq ft addition at 4040 Whitesail Circle (4-1)
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1-abstain)
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation is meeting to discuss accepting a $20,000 grant from the Gene Haas Foundation and a $10,000 sponsorship from Oltmans Construction Company for the 2023 July 4 fireworks event. They will also receive a financial update and an update on 2023 scholarship presentations. The meeting includes approval of the April 25, 2023 minutes and public comments.
- Receive $20,000 grant from Gene Haas Foundation for July 4 fireworks
- Receive $10,000 sponsorship from Oltmans Construction Company for July 4 fireworks
- Financial update report
- Update on 2023 scholarships presentation at High School Senior Awards Events
- Approval of April 25, 2023 minutes
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The June 22, 2023 regular meeting of the Environmental Committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is July 27, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee
The Cultural Recreation Committee will review applications and guidelines for the Westlake Village Student and Citizen of the Year awards and consider recommendations for the City Council. They will also review recruitment applications for one unfilled term on the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board (CRAB) and discuss CRAB guideline updates.
- Review applications and guidelines for Student and Citizen of the Year
- Consider recommendations for City Council on the awards
- Review recruitment applications for one unfilled CRAB term
- Discuss and consider CRAB Guideline updates
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee will receive a report from LASD staff on recent public safety statistics, trends, and strategies. No other business items are listed on the agenda.
- Public Safety Report from LASD staff
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider establishing citywide development impact fees (DIFs) for new residential and non-residential development. The proposed fees would fund capital improvements in parks, general government, sidewalks, intelligent transportation, and police protection. The council will also consider introducing Ordinance No. 303-23 and adopting Resolution No. 2304-23 to implement the fees.
- Public hearing on establishment of citywide development impact fees for residential and non-residential development
- Proposed fee schedule: multifamily residential up to $15.205/sq ft for parks, commercial up to $0.618/sq ft for general government
- Projected total revenue of $12.76 million from DIFs if development occurs as forecasted
- Exemptions include single-family replacements, remodels, ADUs, and reconstruction after fire or natural disaster
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 303-23 and adoption of Resolution No. 2304-23
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider establishing citywide development impact fees (DIF) for new residential and non-residential development, including approval of a nexus study and capital improvement program. The council will also adopt the FY 2023-24 budget, approve a street improvement project using state gas tax funds, and amend a sales tax monitoring contract with MuniServices LLC.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 303-23 to add a new chapter on development impact fees
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2308-23 for the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets
- Resolution No. 2305-23 identifying the FY 2023-24 Annual Street Improvement Project using SB 1 funds
- Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the MuniServices LLC agreement for sales tax monitoring and audit services
- First Amendment to transit services agreement with Thousand Oaks for Dial-A-Ride programs
The City Council approved a Nexus Study and adopted Ordinance No. 303-23 and Resolution No. 2304-23 to create development impact fees for new residential and non-residential projects. The council also approved several administrative resolutions and a transit agreement amendment.
- Approved DIF Nexus Study and adopted Ordinance No. 303-23 and Resolution No. 2304-23 to establish citywide development impact fees (4-0)
- Approved warrants effective June 1, 2023 in the amount of $732,357.48 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2305-23 identifying FY 2023-24 Annual Street Improvement Project (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2306-23 approving Amendment No. 2 to consultant agreement with MuniServices LLC (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2307-23 approving cooperation agreement with LA County Development Authority for CDBG program FY 2024-2026 (4-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Transit Services Agreement with City of Thousand Oaks for Dial-A-Ride programs (4-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation (Gist v. City of Westlake Village), negotiate terms for a real property deal with Agoura and Lindero Associates LLC, and consider initiating litigation in two potential cases. Public comments are limited to closed-session agenda items before the session begins.
- Conference with legal counsel on Gist v. City of Westlake Village (LASC Case No. 20VECV01171)
- Real property negotiation with Agoura and Lindero Associates LLC for portion of Lot 14, Tract No. 43744
- Anticipated litigation: 2 potential cases
The City Council convened in a special closed session to meet with legal counsel and a real property negotiator. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
- Conferred with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Gist v. City of Westlake Village et al.
- Conferred with City Manager Rob de Geus regarding price and payment terms for a portion of Lot 14, Tract No. 43744 with Agoura and Lindero Associates LLC
- Conferred with legal counsel regarding two potential cases of anticipated litigation
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Administrative Committee will review and discuss a proposed 2023-2026 agreement with the Greater Conejo Chamber of Commerce for economic development. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open for public comment in person or via Zoom.
- Review of proposed 2023-2026 Greater Conejo Chamber of Commerce agreement for economic development
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will review requests for time extensions, design modifications, and a major expansion of Oaks Christian School's middle school campus, including increasing enrollment from 300 to 650 students and adding modular classrooms. The committee will also hear a presentation on proposed changes to fence and wall regulations to allow more flexibility for homeowners.
- Time extension for auto body repair facility at 31131 Via Colinas, Suite 601 (CUP 18-007, Modification No. 1)
- Modification to exterior materials and entryway design of new home at 3707 Brigantine Circle (PDP 21-002, Modification No. 1)
- Oaks Christian School: increase middle school enrollment from 300 to 650, add elementary grades, install 7 modular classrooms, replace fencing along La Tienda Road (CUP 97-004 Mod 3, CUP 07-005 Mod 1, PDP 23-001)
- Presentation on recommended changes to fence and wall regulations to accommodate fences exceeding 6 ft. height limit
Public Safety Advisory Board
The Public Safety Advisory Board will receive a presentation on the City Sidewalk Master Plan and discuss staff updates on board recruitment and a pedestrian safety educational graphic and slogan. The meeting is open for public comment in person or by email.
- City Sidewalk Master Plan overview presentation
- Public Safety Advisory Board recruitment update
- Pedestrian safety educational graphic and slogan discussion
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board will discuss staff updates and plan two special events: the 4th of July celebration (activity booths and volunteer shifts) and a Movie in the Park event (activities, partnerships, vendors, and volunteer shifts). No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is largely planning and discussion.
- Plan activity booths for 4th of July
- Assign volunteer shifts for 4th of July
- Plan activities for Movie in the Park
- Discuss partnerships and vendors for Movie in the Park
- Assign volunteer shifts for Movie in the Park
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The May 25, 2023 regular meeting of the Environmental Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2023.
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits, including alcohol sales at 30961 Agoura Road and a wireless facility at 32129 Lindero Canyon Road. They will also consider adopting an ordinance regulating small unmanned aircraft systems, approving dental and vision benefit plan adjustments, and accepting completion of a shade structure replacement at Berniece Bennett Park. The meeting includes routine reports and approvals.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit Modification No. 7 for continued alcohol sales at 30961 Agoura Road, Suite 321
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 23-001 to reauthorize a rooftop wireless telecommunications facility at 32129 Lindero Canyon Road
- Public hearing on Planned Development Permit No. 22-004 for a 1,062 sq. ft. addition and remodel at 4040 Whitesail Circle
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 302-23 adding Chapter 4.12 to regulate small unmanned aircraft systems
- Approval of warrants effective May 15, 2023 in the amount of $1,327,886.05
The City Council approved a time extension for alcohol sales at a business park and reauthorized a wireless telecommunications facility. The council also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.
- Approved Resolution No. 2299-23 to extend alcohol sale permit for Wades Wines at 30961 Agoura Road, Suite 321 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2300-23 to reauthorize wireless telecommunications facility at 32129 Lindero Canyon Road (3-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as amended (3-0)
- Approved May 10, 2023 Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes (3-0)
- Postponed Kindness Award presentation to Cecilia DePippo
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee's regular meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. This notice was posted by the City Clerk.
- Meeting cancelled for May 18, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for June 15, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.
Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee
The Cultural Recreation Committee will review applications and guidelines for the Westlake Village Student and Citizen of the Year awards and consider recommendations for the City Council. They will also review recruitment applications for one unfilled term on the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board (CRAB), discuss CRAB guideline updates, and make recommendations to the City Council.
- Review of Student and Citizen of the Year applications and guidelines
- Consideration of recommendations for City Council on awards
- Review of recruitment applications for one unfilled CRAB term
- Discussion and consideration of CRAB Guideline updates
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a study session to review the draft operations budget for fiscal year 2023-24. Councilmembers will consider the information presented and provide direction to the City Manager for final budget preparation. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.
- Review of the draft FY 2023-24 operations budget
The City Council held a study session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 operations budget. Staff presented expenditure projections, revenue sources, and personnel cost adjustments. No formal decisions were made as the Council had no items for discussion.
- Approved the meeting agenda (3-0-2)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will consider introducing an ordinance regulating unmanned aircraft systems (drones) and awarding a citywide street sweeping contract to CleanStreet. The council will also review and potentially approve 2023 Community Service Grant recommendations and note a legislative platform report.
- Introduction of Ordinance 302-23 adding Chapter 4.12 to the Municipal Code to regulate small unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
- Award of a citywide street sweeping contract to CleanStreet (dollar amount not specified)
- Approval of warrants effective May 1, 2023 totaling $1,417,043.16
- Approval of 2023 Community Service Grant Funds as recommended by the advisory committee
- Quarterly Business Recognition for 1st Quarter 2023 – Lantern Master's
The City Council approved the 2023 Community Service Grant Funds as recommended by the Advisory Committee. The grants total $100,000 and are distributed among various local schools and community organizations. Council also received a report on the city's legislative platform with no changes recommended.
- Approved 2023 Community Service Grant Funds awards as recommended (3-0)
- Approved Agenda as presented (3-0)
- Approved April 26, 2023 Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes (3-0)
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Administrative Committee will discuss updates to the City's Personnel Policies for legal compliance and best practices, consider applying for access to state and federal criminal background information for employment purposes, and receive an update on vision, dental, and disability benefit plan rates and changes effective July 1, 2023. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion.
- Discussion of updates to City Personnel Policies
- Application for access to state and federal criminal background info (Penal Code 11105(b)(11), 13300(b)(11))
- Update on vision, dental, and disability benefits renewal rates effective July 1, 2023
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Land Use Committee will consider four items: a time extension for an alcohol sales permit at 30961 Agoura Road, continued operation of a Verizon wireless facility at 32129 Lindero Canyon Road, a planned development permit for a remodel and addition at 4040 Whitesail Circle, and a presentation on a draft nexus study for new development impact fees. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 02-005, Modification No. 7: time extension for alcohol sales at 30961 Agoura Road, Suite 321
- Conditional Use Permit No. 23-001: continued operation of Verizon wireless facility at 32129 Lindero Canyon Road
- Planned Development Permit No. 22-004: remodel and 1,062 sq. ft. addition to home at 4040 Whitesail Circle
- Draft nexus study to establish development impact fees for new development
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
This notice announces that the Environmental Committee's regular meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 25, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. No agenda items are discussed.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting May 25, 2023
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation and provide input on a proposed residential development at 5601, 5655, and 5701 Lindero Canyon Road. No decisions or votes will be made; the session is for informational purposes only.
- Concept review of proposed residential project at 5601, 5655, and 5701 Lindero Canyon Road
The City Council approved a contract with m6 Consulting, Inc. to analyze transitioning building and safety services from Los Angeles County to an in-house program. The Council also approved two conditional use permit modifications for a preschool and an engraving business.
- Approved agreement with m6 Consulting, Inc. to evaluate transitioning building and safety program in-house (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2294-23 to increase preschool enrollment from 60 to 75 students at 31840 ½, 31842, 31844, and 31846 Village Center Road (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2295-23 for continued offsite alcohol sales at custom engraving business at 31316 Via Colinas, Suite 110 (5-0)
- Approved April 26, 2023 Agenda (5-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on three items: expanding a preschool's enrollment cap, continuing alcohol sales at a custom engraving business, and levying assessments for lighting and landscape districts. They will also consider a right-of-entry agreement for the July 4th fireworks event and a contract to evaluate transitioning building and safety services from county to in-house.
- Public hearing: Modify Conditional Use Permit 88-007 to increase preschool enrollment from 60 to 75 students at 31840 ½, 31842, 31844, and 31846 Village Center Road
- Public hearing: Modify Conditional Use Permit 18-004 to continue offsite alcohol sales at 31316 Via Colinas, Suite 110
- Public hearing: Adopt resolutions for FY 2023-24 assessments for Lighting Maintenance District No. 1, Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, and Westlake Spectrum Landscape District No. 15
- Authorize agreement with m6 Consulting, Inc. to evaluate transitioning building and safety services from county contract to in-house program
- Approve Right of Entry Agreement with Westlake Village Golf Course for 2023 July 4th fireworks event
The City Council approved a contract with m6 Consulting, Inc. to analyze transitioning building and safety services from Los Angeles County to an in-house program. The Council also approved enrollment increases for a local preschool and the continued sale of alcohol for offsite consumption at an engraving business.
- Approved agreement with m6 Consulting, Inc. to evaluate transitioning building and safety program in-house (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2294-23 to increase preschool enrollment from 60 to 75 students at 31840 ½, 31842, 31844, and 31846 Village Center Road (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2295-23 for continued offsite alcohol sales at LGC Engravers, Inc. at 31316 Via Colinas, Suite 110 (5-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation board will hold its annual reorganization, electing a chairperson and vice chairperson and updating banking authorities. The board will also receive a financial report and select awardees and amounts for its 2023 Scholarship Program. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and update of banking authorities
- Financial Update – receive financial report
- 2023 Scholarships – selection of awardees and amounts
- Approval of January 24, 2023 minutes
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive a report from LASD on recent public safety statistics and trends, hear an update on the Lakeview Complete Street Project design, and discuss possible traffic calming measures in the Trails Neighborhood. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- LASD staff overview of public safety statistics, trends, and strategies
- Update on Lakeview Complete Street Project design concept
- Discussion of traffic calming measures in Trails Neighborhood, including speed humps and traffic circles
City Council Meeting Agendas
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss and approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects for inclusion in the preliminary citywide budget. They will also discuss and provide direction on the Financial Reserve and CIP funding policies.
- Review and approval of FY 2023-24 CIP projects
- Discussion and direction on Financial Reserve policy
- Discussion and direction on CIP funding policy
The City Council reviewed and approved the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) from 2023/24 through 2027/28, including annual funding. The Council also approved the FY 2023-24 CIP projects to be included in the preliminary citywide budget.
- Approved the draft Five-Year CIP from 2023/24 through 2027/28 and its annual funding
- Approved FY 2023-24 CIP projects for incorporation into the preliminary citywide budget
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will consider awarding a $38,450 construction contract for the Bus Bench Replacement Project and approving a professional services agreement for financial consulting. They will also discuss finalizing plans for pickleball courts, including a $10,950 noise study contract, and receive an update on coyote safety and pedestrian safety education.
- Award of $38,450 contract to Loftin Construction for Bus Bench Replacement Project
- Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Regional Government Services for financial consulting
- Authorization of $10,950 contract with Noise Monitoring Services for pickleball courts noise study
- Approval of warrants totaling $520,385.19
- Update on coyote safety measures and Pedestrian Safety Education Campaign slogan
The City Council approved revised guidelines for the Public Safety Advisory Board and extended the terms of three board members. The Council also awarded a $38,450 contract for a bus bench replacement project and approved a financial consulting agreement.
- Approved revised Public Safety Advisory Board Guidelines (5-0)
- Extended Public Safety Advisory Board terms for Scott Perrotty, Stephen Johnson, and Shirley Richards until September 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Awarded $38,450 bus bench replacement contract to Loftin Construction, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved CEQA categorical exemption for Bus Bench Replacement Project (5-0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Regional Government Services Authority for financial consulting (5-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 Agenda (5-0)
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved warrants effective April 1, 2023 in the amount of $520,385.19 (5-0)
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Administrative Committee of the Westlake Village City Council will meet to receive a status update on the current legislative session and to review and discuss the city's Legislative Platform and Guidelines. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Legislative update from staff and consultants
- Review and discussion of Legislative Platform and Guidelines
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board will discuss staff updates and review plans for Earth Day and summer events, including activities, schedules, and volunteer sign-ups. The meeting is open for public comment in person.
- Review of planned activities for Earth Day
- Volunteer schedule and sign-ups for Earth Day
- Full schedule review for summer events
- Volunteering for summer events
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will consider three conditional use permit modifications: a time extension for alcohol sales at an engraving business, an enrollment increase at a preschool, and a major expansion at Oaks Christian School including new grades and modular classrooms. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- CUP 18-004 Mod 1: time extension for off-site alcohol sales at LGC Engravers, 31316 Via Colinas, Suite 110
- CUP 88-001 Mod 7: enrollment increase from 60 to 75 children at The Enriching Hour Preschool, 31842 Village Center Road
- CUP 07-005 Mod 1 & PDP 23-001: add elementary grades and raise enrollment from 300 to 800 students at Oaks Christian School, 31829 La Tienda Road
- Planned Development Permit for seven modular classrooms on middle school campus
Community Service Funds Advisory Committee
The Community Service Funds Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss grant criteria, procedures, and the distribution of funds. They will also review eligible applicants and recommend funding amounts, and set a schedule for future meetings. This is a working session focused on how community service funds will be allocated.
- Overview and discussion of grant criteria and procedures
- Discussion on the distribution of funds
- Review of eligible applicants and recommendation of funding amounts
- Discussion of a schedule for future meetings
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation's regular meeting scheduled for March 28, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.
- Regular meeting cancelled for March 28, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for April 25, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Environmental Committee will review and discuss the City's proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Projects and budget. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Proposed Capital Improvement Projects/Budget overview and discussion
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on two permits: one to continue an adult day health care facility at 5703 Corsa Avenue, Suite 100, and another to convert a movie theater at 4061 Lakeview Canyon Road into restaurants and retail. The council will also consider awarding a $77,000 contract for redwood sealing and interior painting at the Civic Center, and initiate proceedings for fiscal year 2023-24 assessments for lighting and landscape districts.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 18-001, Modification No. 1 for adult day health care facility at 5703 Corsa Avenue, Suite 100
- Public hearing on Planned Development Permit No. 22-001 to convert movie theater at 4061 Lakeview Canyon Road into two restaurants, one retail suite, and outdoor dining
- Award contract to Yoda Painting, Inc. for $77,000 for Civic Center Redwood Sealing and Interior Painting Project
- Adopt resolutions to initiate FY 2023-24 assessments for Lighting and Landscape Maintenance Districts, with public hearing set for April 26, 2023
- Approve warrants totaling $354,068.82
The City Council approved a permit to convert a movie theater into restaurant and retail spaces at 4061 Lakeview Canyon Road. Council also extended the operating permit for an adult day health care facility and awarded a $77,000 painting contract for the Civic Center.
- Approved conversion of movie theater to two restaurant suites and one retail suite at 4061 Lakeview Canyon Road (5-0)
- Approved extension of Conditional Use Permit for adult day health care facility at 5703 Corsa Avenue (5-0)
- Awarded $77,000 contract to Yoda Painting, Inc. for Civic Center redwood sealing and interior painting (5-0)
- Approved warrants effective March 15, 2023 in the amount of $354,068.82 (5-0)
- Accepted Annual Advanced Street Sign Replacement Project (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution Nos. 2288-23 through 2293-23 to initiate FY 2023-24 lighting and landscape assessments (5-0)
- Received and filed the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report (5-0)
- Approved February 22 and March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee will receive a LASD public safety report, discuss coyote safety best practices, review a pedestrian safety education campaign slogan, and consider changes to the Public Safety Advisory Board structure and recruitment.
- LASD overview of recent public safety statistics, trends, and strategies
- Coyote safety best practices for the Wildland Urban Interface
- Pedestrian Safety Education Campaign slogan and next steps
- Discussion on Public Safety Advisory Board recruitment and structural modifications
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Administrative Committee of the Westlake Village City Council will meet to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operations Budget. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural (call to order, roll call, public comments, adjournment). The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, allowing in-person or virtual participation.
- Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Proposed Operations Budget
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Written comments due by 11:00 a.m. on meeting date via email to City Clerk
- Hybrid meeting via Zoom (Webinar ID: 823 6562 3372)
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items. They will consider adopting plans for new pickleball courts at Community Park, awarding a $48,700 contract for shade structure replacement at Berniece Bennett Park, and applying for a CAL FIRE wildfire prevention grant. The council will also discuss the enforcement and expansion of the leaf blower ordinance and receive updates on the Civic Center Courtyards and Lindero Sidewalk designs.
- Adopt plans and authorize bids for Community Park Pickleball Courts
- Award $48,700 contract to Pacific for Berniece Bennett Park shade structure replacement
- Adopt Resolution 2285-23 to apply for CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention Grant
- Discuss enforcement and scope of leaf blower ordinance
- Approve warrants totaling $540,329.71
The City Council awarded a $48,700 contract for shade structure replacement at Berniece Bennett Park and authorized a Cal Fire wildfire prevention grant application. The Council also accepted the completion of landscape irrigation flow sensors. Several projects, including pickleball courts and a memorial treehouse, were referred back to staff or committees for further review.
- Approved $48,700 construction contract to Pacific for Berniece Bennett Park shade structure replacement
- Adopted Resolution 2285-23 to apply for the 2023 Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant
- Accepted completed installation of landscape irrigation flow sensors by American Heritage
- Approved warrants effective March 1, 2023, totaling $540,329.71
- Tabled pickleball court bids and plans until all Councilmembers are present
- Delayed second zero-emission landscape equipment ordinance and requested enforcement evaluation
- Referred Iskander Treehouse funding and alternatives back to Committee
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to receive staff updates, review results from a city survey on special events and cultural programs, and discuss upcoming events including Westlake Village Discovers and Earth Day planning. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or contracts listed.
- Review of City Survey Results on Special Events & Cultural Programs
- Westlake Village Discovers event review
- Earth Day planning discussion
- Cultural Recreation Advisory Board appointments update
- New Council Member assignments update
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Land Use Committee is meeting to discuss three items: an extension for an adult day health care facility's conditional use permit, a review of parking lot improvements for a shopping center conversion, and a proposed amendment to election sign regulations. Public comments can be made in person or via Zoom.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 18-001 Modification No. 1 for Infinity Adult Day Health Care at 5703 Corsa Avenue, Suite 100
- Planned Development Permit No. 22-001 for parking lot circulation improvements at 4061 Lakeview Canyon Road
- Election Sign Ordinance Amendment regarding campaign sign locations and timing
- Public participation via hybrid model with written comments due by 11:00 a.m. on meeting date
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee will hear a report from LASD on recent public safety statistics and trends, and will discuss the potential use of automatic license plate reader technology on public property. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available by Zoom or phone.
- LASD public safety report on statistics, trends, and strategies
- Presentation and feedback on automatic license plate reader technology on public property
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes via Zoom or phone
- Written comments due by 11:00 a.m. on meeting date to City Clerk
Economic Development Committee - City Council Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss and select the recipient of the 2023 Business of the Quarter award. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available by phone or email.
- Review 2023 Business of the Quarter nominees
- Discussion and selection of award recipients
Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee
The Cultural Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss two agenda items: a final design review for a pickleball project and an overview of the Three Springs Park Iskandar Memorial Playground. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion only. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available by phone or email.
- Pickleball final design review
- Three Springs Park Iskandar Memorial Playground project overview
- Public comments accepted via Zoom or email to City Clerk
- Meeting held by teleconference due to COVID-19
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 301-23, which adopts the 2022 Los Angeles County Fire Code with local amendments, fees, and penalties. The council will also hear a Waste Management update on new trash can rollout, consider approving a Heritage Tree Designation Program, and discuss purchasing a second speed trailer.
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 301-23 adopting 2022 LA County Fire Code
- Waste Management update on new trash can rollout and services
- Approve Heritage Tree Designation Program and begin implementation
- Direction on purchase of a second speed trailer
- Warrants effective February 15, 2023 totaling $309,947.64
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 301-23 to incorporate the 2022 Los Angeles County Fire Code. The Council also approved the Heritage Tree Designation Program to recognize non-oak trees of aesthetic, ecological, or historical value. Additionally, the Council authorized the purchase of a Smart 18+ speed trailer.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 301-23 to reference 2022 LA County Fire Code (5-0)
- Approved Heritage Tree Designation Program and CEQA exemption (5-0)
- Decided to purchase Smart 18+ speed trailer
- Approved warrants effective February 15, 2023, totaling $309,947.64 (5-0)
- Accepted completed installation of landscape irrigation controllers by SiteOne
- Approved Agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved minutes from January 25, February 6, February 8, and February 13, 2023 (5-0)
Environmental Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Environmental Committee will discuss three items: developing a landscape design RFP for the Civic Center Courtyard with a Veterans Memorial, considering additional regulations and enforcement for gas-powered landscape equipment, and reviewing the scope of the Lindero sidewalk design from Baronsgate to Lakeview. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19, with public comment available telephonically or by email.
- Civic Center Courtyard Project with Veterans Memorial – discussion on RFP approach
- Ordinance prohibiting additional gas-powered landscape equipment – discussion on regulations and enforcement
- Lindero Sidewalk Design (Baronsgate to Lakeview) – discussion on scope
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Public Safety Committee will conduct interviews with applicants for the Public Safety Advisory Board and make recommendations for City Council ratification. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available through Zoom or written submissions.
- Interview Public Safety Advisory Board applicants
- Recommendations for City Council ratification
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Administrative Committee will discuss the city's current building and safety services program, which is contracted with the County of Los Angeles, and consider transitioning to an in-house program with city staff or an outside consultant. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Discussion of current building and safety services contract with County of Los Angeles
- Options for transitioning to in-house program with city staff or outside consulting firm
City Council Meeting Agendas
This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council. The only agenda item is a conference with legal counsel about anticipated litigation, citing one potential case with significant exposure. No public decisions or open-session actions are scheduled.
- Closed session under California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) for significant exposure to litigation
- One potential case to be discussed with legal counsel
- Hybrid meeting with in-person and Zoom participation options
- Public comments limited to closed-session items, three minutes per speaker
The City Council convened in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel. The discussion focused on one potential case involving significant exposure to litigation.
- Conferred with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will consider approving a $1 million one-time investment into a CalPERS pension prefunding trust, review the mid-year budget for fiscal year 2022-23, and make several routine appointments and approvals. The meeting also includes a presentation of the annual financial report and a resolution to continue teleconference meetings under AB 361 COVID-19 rules.
- Resolution 2284-23: $1,000,000 one-time investment in CalPERS CEPPT pension prefunding trust
- Review of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget
- Approval of warrants totaling $672,720.59 effective February 1, 2023
- Appointments to 2023 Community Service Grant Advisory Committee: Abel Pomar, Kim Brockman, Marty Blumenthal, Christine Wong, Gladys Lopez
- Re-appointment of Robert Biery as City Treasurer (Resolution 2283-23)
The City Council approved a one-time $1 million contribution to the California Employers’ Pension Prefunding Trust to manage future pension debt. The Council also approved the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and appointed five members to the Community Service Grant Advisory Committee.
- Approved $1 million one-time investment in CalPERS Pension Prefunding Trust (5-0)
- Approved Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 (5-0)
- Appointed Abel Pomar, Kim Brockman, Marty Blumenthal, Christine Wong, and Gladys Lopez to the 2023 Community Service Grant Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Re-appointed Robert Biery as City Treasurer via Resolution No. 2283-23 (5-0)
- Approved $672,720.59 in warrants effective February 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Adopted findings to continue teleconference meetings under AB 361 Brown Act requirements (5-0)
- Noted and filed the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget report (5-0)
- Approved January 25, 2023 Study Session minutes (5-0)
City Council Meeting Agendas
This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council. The council will discuss anticipated litigation (1 potential case) and negotiate terms for a portion of Lot 14, Tract No. 43744 with Agoura and Lindero Associates LLC. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed.
- Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (1 potential case)
- Closed session: Real property negotiation for portion of Lot 14, Tract No. 43744 with Agoura and Lindero Associates LLC
- Agency negotiator: City Manager Rob de Geus
- Negotiation items: price and terms of payment
- Public comments limited to closed-session items, via Zoom or written by 12:00 p.m.
The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation. The council also met with a real property negotiator regarding the price and terms of payment for a portion of Lot 14, Tract No. 43744.
- Conferred with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
- Conferred with real property negotiator regarding Lot 14, Tract No. 43744
Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board's regular meeting scheduled for February 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is March 2, 2023. This notice was posted by the City Clerk on the city website and posting boards.
- Meeting cancellation notice
- Next meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023
Land Use Committee - City Council Committee
The Land Use Committee will hear a staff presentation on a proposed heritage tree designation program and seek input from the committee. The meeting is being held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with public comment available by phone or email.
- Staff presentation on heritage tree designation program
- Committee seeking input on program per October 4, 2022 direction
Administrative Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Administrative Committee will discuss establishing a CALPERS 115 Pension Trust to pre-fund pension costs, consider reappointing Robert Biery as City Treasurer, and receive updates on the mid-year budget and the audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Public comments are accepted via Zoom or email.
- Establishment of a CALPERS 115 Pension Trust with a one-time contribution
- Reappointment of Robert Biery as City Treasurer for a four-year term expiring January 14, 2026
- Mid-Year Budget Report on FY 2023-24 expenditures and revenues
- Review of the audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee
The Westlake Village Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss three items: an update on the Sidewalk Master Plan, the status of the Lakeview Complete Street project, and purchase options for a second speed trailer. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment available by Zoom or phone.
- Sidewalk Master Plan update for discussion
- Lakeview Complete Street project status update
- Speed trailer purchase options for a second unit
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a study session to review the calendar year 2022 City Council goals and consider topics for developing goals for 2023. The meeting is primarily a discussion and planning session, with no specific action items listed.
- Review of calendar year 2022 City Council goals
- Consideration of 2023 City Council goals
The City Council held a study session to discuss infrastructure and budgeting. It was determined that lighting work at Lindero Linear Park will be added to the Engineer’s work plan and Neighborhood Beautification Grants will be included in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 draft budget.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Added Lindero Linear Park lighting to the Engineer’s work plan
- Included Neighborhood Beautification Grants in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 draft budget
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold a public hearing to approve allocations for the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant program. They will also consider directing staff to draft a drone ordinance, adopt an ordinance amending temporary use permit regulations, and introduce an ordinance adopting the 2022 Los Angeles County Fire Code. The meeting includes routine reports and a consent calendar with warrants totaling $509,584.18.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2282-23 allocating FY 2023-2024 CDBG funds
- Direct staff to draft ordinance regulating drone use
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 300-23 amending temporary use permit regulations
- Introduction of Ordinance 301-23 adopting 2022 LA County Fire Code
- Approval of warrants totaling $509,584.18
The City Council voted to begin drafting an ordinance to regulate drone use in neighborhoods and parks. Additionally, the Council allocated approximately $26,294 in federal grant funds for the Housing Rehabilitation Program.
- Approved drafting an ordinance to regulate drone use (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2282-23 to allocate $26,294 in CDBG funds to the Housing Rehabilitation Program (4-0)
- Approved warrants effective January 15, 2023, totaling $509,584.18 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 300-23 amending Temporary Use Permit regulations (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance No. 301-23 to adopt the 2022 Los Angeles County Fire Code (4-0)
- Appointed Ashley Tanenbaum as a youth member to the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved minutes from January 11, 2023 (4-0)
Westlake Village Community Foundation
The Westlake Village Community Foundation is meeting to discuss its 2023 scholarship program, including application timeline, marketing plan, and interview panel selection. The board will also receive a financial update and consider approving the 2023 meeting schedule. Public participation is via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.
- 2023 Scholarship Program discussion on timeline, marketing, and interview panel
- Financial update report
- 2023 meeting schedule discussion and approval
- Approval of September 27, 2022 minutes
City Council Meeting Agendas
The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a private school and tutoring facility at 30700 Russell Ranch Road, and on an ordinance amending temporary use permit regulations for outdoor dining. The council will also consider several business items, including appointments to the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board, a professional services agreement for emergency preparedness plans, an IT services contract amendment, and adoption of an ordinance on electronic campaign disclosure. Additionally, they will review the 2022 community survey results and make findings to continue teleconference meetings under AB 361.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 22-007 for a private school at 30700 Russell Ranch Road, Suite 185
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 300-23 amending temporary use permit regulations for outdoor dining
- Approval of warrants totaling $565,119.95
- Appointments to Cultural Recreation Advisory Board (8 individuals)
- Amendment No. 2 to RRM Design Group contract for pickleball courts design, increasing compensation by $7,600