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Westlake Village public meetings in 2024

102 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled. A 2025 meeting schedule will be created following City Council appointments on January 8, 2025.

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Wed Dec 18, 2024

Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee

Committee to review Veterans Honor art piece

The Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee will meet to provide input to staff and a consultant. The discussion focuses on finalizing the Veterans Honor art piece.

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Wed Dec 11, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Westlake Village City Council to hold annual reorganization meeting

The City Council will conduct its annual reorganization, including the election of the 2024-25 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The meeting includes an oath of office ceremony for appointed councilmembers and the adoption of annual financial authorizations.

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✓ Decided: Kelly Honig elected mayor, Susan McSweeney mayor pro tem

The City Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in appointed Councilmembers Ned Davis and Kelly Honig for terms through December 2028. The Council then unanimously elected Kelly Honig as Mayor and Susan McSweeney as Mayor Pro Tem. The consent calendar, including Resolution No. 2383-24 establishing annual financial authorizations, was approved 5-0.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Administrative Committee to discuss bond purchase and code enforcement

The Administrative Committee will receive an update on a bond purchase and review potential code enforcement policies. Members will also discuss the timeline and process for creating a Citizen Advisory Committee for the 2035 Strategic Plan.

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Wed Dec 4, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to consider solar lease agreement for Civic Center backup battery project

The City Council will consider authorizing a Solar and Storage Site Lease Agreement with Coast Energy for the Civic Center solar roof and backup battery project under the Clean Power Alliance's Power Ready Program. Other business includes adopting the 2025 Legislative Platform, approving a Community Trolley request for proposals, and receiving an update on the Proposition 218 balloting timeline for landscape and lighting assessment districts. Two public hearings will decide continuations of a pet grooming facility and an indoor sports facility via conditional use permit modifications.

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Wed Dec 4, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee meeting canceled

The December 4, 2024 Land Use Committee meeting has been canceled. The 2025 meeting schedule will be set after City Council appointments on January 8, 2025.

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Wed Dec 4, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to review Arterial System Financing Program annual report

The City Council is reviewing the Arterial System Financing Program (ASFP) annual report for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. This report provides a status update on traffic impact fees imposed on new development and development expansion.

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Fri Nov 22, 2024

Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee

Committee to finalize Veterans Honor art piece

The Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee will meet to discuss and seek input on finalizing the Veterans Honor art piece. This is the only substantive business item on the agenda.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

LASD to present holiday crime suppression strategies and DUI checkpoint update

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from LASD on recent crime statistics and trends, holiday deployment strategies to suppress crime, and a planned DUI checkpoint. No decisions are scheduled; all items are informational presentations.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Westlake Village Community Foundation

Westlake Village Community Foundation to discuss 2025 scholarships and finances

The Westlake Village Community Foundation will review a financial report and a fundraiser report from the October 19, 2024, City Celebration event. The board will also discuss the 2025 scholarship program timeline and marketing plan.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to discuss litigation and negotiate Russell Ranch Park lease in closed session

The City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation and to negotiate the price and terms of payment for a leasehold at Russell Ranch Park (30798 Russell Ranch Road) with the Las Virgenes Unified School District and Montessori School of the Village.

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Wed Nov 13, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to consider conditional use permit for alcohol sales at Blind Spirits

The City Council will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for alcohol sales: a new off-site permit for Blind Spirits, LLC at 31364 Via Colinas Unit No. 107, and a modification for on-site sales at Los Agaves Restaurant at 30750 Russell Ranch Road. Consent calendar includes warrants totaling $2,392,827.14. General business items include a professional services agreement for the 2035 Strategic Plan, acceptance of the Three Springs Shade Structure, and approval of plans for the Annual Street Resurfacing Program Fiscal Year 2024-25.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Administrative Committee to review legislative and trolley project updates

The Administrative Committee will receive staff and consultant updates on three specific projects. The meeting focuses on progress reports rather than final decisions.

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Thu Nov 7, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Advisory board to plan holiday sing-along and city celebration recap

The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss and plan upcoming special events, including a recap of the City Celebration, planning for the Holiday Sing-Along, and organizing WLV Discovers. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of staff updates and open discussion.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee to discuss three permit time extensions

The Westlake Village Land Use Committee will consider three requests for time extensions of existing Conditional Use Permits: a restaurant's alcohol sales, a pet grooming facility, and a private indoor sports facility. All items are routine administrative extensions.

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Fri Oct 25, 2024

Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee

Committee to review Veterans Honor art piece plans and rendering

The Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee will receive a presentation on Civic Center Courtyard plans and an artist rendering for the Veterans Honor Project, and will provide input on finalizing the art piece. The committee will also discuss scheduling future meetings. No decisions are being made; the item is for discussion and input.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss median landscape transformation plan

The Environmental Committee will discuss three items: an SCE energy-efficient street lighting program (Option E), lease negotiations for a solar/generator replacement project at City Hall, and a potential Westlake Village Median Landscape Transformation Plan with funding sources. No decisions are scheduled; these are staff presentations and discussions.

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Wed Oct 23, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to decide on sign program and public art for The Ridge senior housing project

The City Council will hold public hearings on four permit modifications, including live entertainment at Stonehaus, a pet grooming facility, Starbucks sign colors, and a new sign program plus public art for the Cedar Valley Senior Housing project (The Ridge). The council will also consider a blanket authority to apply for Measure A grant funds, accept the annual street improvement project, adopt a street median landscape plan, and allocate an additional $25,000 for community service grants.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to consider new alcohol sales permit and restaurant extension

The Land Use Committee will consider two conditional use permits: a new permit for offsite alcohol sales at 31364 Via Colinas (Blind Spirits LLC) and a time extension for an existing permit for onsite alcohol sales at Los Agaves Restaurant (30750 Russel Ranch Road). No other business items are listed.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to recommend recipient for 2024 Kindness Award; consider Peace Pole installation

The Cultural Recreation Committee will discuss and recommend a recipient for the 2024 Cecilia DePippo Kindness Award. They will also review a proposal from the Westlake Village Rotary Club to install a Peace Pole at the Community Park. Public comments may be submitted in writing or made in person at the meeting.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss possible administrative citations for code violations

The Administrative Committee will receive updates on bond investments, a traffic engineering services RFP, and the 2025-35 Strategic Plan, including a contract recommendation with True North Research. A key discussion item is a follow-up on possible modifications to the Code Enforcement Program to allow administrative citations for municipal code violations.

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Thu Oct 10, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to review Community Park driveway and parking safety

The Public Safety Committee will discuss safety mitigation strategies for the Community Park entrance, exit, and parking lot. Staff will also provide updates on the Emergency Operations Plan, pedestrian safety, and state public safety legislation.

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Wed Oct 9, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to consider $785,500 traffic signal controller replacement contract

The City Council will discuss a traffic signal replacement project and review potential assessment rate increases for landscape and lighting districts. The body is also considering new animal control regulations and license fees. Other items include budget appropriations and a neighborhood beautification policy update.

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Wed Oct 2, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee meeting cancelled, rescheduled to Oct 22

The October 2, 2024 regular meeting of the Land Use Committee has been cancelled and rescheduled for October 22, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. No business was conducted.

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Mon Sep 30, 2024

Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss fiber project and traffic signal controller replacements

The Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee will receive an update on the Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Government (LVM COG) Fiber Project. Members will also discuss funding and timing options for the Traffic Signal Controller Replacement Project.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to review Ridge Public Art Project and park lighting

The Environmental Committee will discuss three items: the Ridge Public Art Project for a new senior living community, Linear Park lighting proposals, and Civic Center Courtyard improvements including a Veterans Honor Art Installation. Staff will present proposals and seek committee direction. No formal votes or budget decisions are scheduled.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Board to review summer events and plan holiday sing-along

The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board will discuss updates from previous meetings and set the next meeting date. The main business item is a review of summer special events, planning for the City Celebration and Holiday Sing-Along, and opportunities for volunteering at events.

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Wed Sep 25, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to consider alcohol sale modification for Westlake Yacht Club

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for the Westlake Yacht Club. The body will also discuss employee medical premium rates and a grant application for park renovations.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Public Safety Advisory Board

Board to hear pedestrian safety update including Lakeview Complete Streets project

The Public Safety Advisory Board will receive presentations on fire safety from the Los Angeles Fire Department, recent public safety statistics and strategies, and an overview of sidewalk projects and the pedestrian safety campaign, including the Lakeview Complete Streets project. The board will also discuss plans for the coming year.

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Thu Sep 19, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to review LASD and LAFD reports

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Department. A representative from the COG will also provide an update on the Mental Health and Homelessness Program.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee to consider time extensions for live entertainment and pet grooming, plus Starbucks sign change

The Westlake Village Land Use Committee is meeting to decide on three conditional use permit modifications: a time extension for live entertainment at the Stonehaus (Westlake Village Inn), a time extension for a pet grooming facility, and a sign color modification for a Starbucks location. The committee will also receive a planning department update on upcoming work.

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Thu Sep 12, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss assessment district ballot process and medical benefit adjustments

The Administrative Committee will review a project plan and timeline for an Assessment District Ballot process. Members will also discuss the impacts of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson and proposed CalPERS medical benefit adjustments for retirees.

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Wed Sep 11, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to introduce animal control ordinance adopting LA County code

The City Council will introduce Ordinance No. 306-24, which adopts Los Angeles County Code Title 10 (Animals) by reference with amendments, and schedule a public hearing for October 9, 2024. Other business includes assigning a legislative consulting agreement to California Public Policy Group, approving revisions to all city job descriptions, and authorizing a Measure W Safe Clean Water Program agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District. The council will also accept completed installations of landscape irrigation controllers and a shade structure at Canyon Oaks Park, and adopt the 2024 Las Virgenes-Malibu Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2024 hazard mitigation plan, introduces animal control ordinance

The City Council approved the 2024 Las Virgenes-Malibu Council of Government Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 2364-24) and introduced Ordinance 306-24 adopting Los Angeles County Code Title 10 (Animals) with amendments, scheduling a public hearing for October 9, 2024. The council also approved the consent calendar, including warrants totaling about $1.97 million, and several other items.

Wed Sep 11, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to discuss administrative citations for code violations

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss modifications to the code enforcement program. The discussion focuses on including the issuance of administrative citations for violations of the Municipal Code.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to draft administrative citation ordinance for code violations

The City Council held a study session to discuss adding administrative citations to the code enforcement program. Staff recommended fines for general violations and protected tree violations. The Council directed staff to return with an ordinance establishing the policy, procedures, and fee structure, while further discussion continues on operational details.

Wed Aug 21, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to decide on canceling Nov. 5 election and appointing two council members

The City Council will consider whether to cancel the November 5, 2024 general municipal election and appoint two candidates to fill two open council seats, or hold the election as scheduled. Only one resolution will be adopted: either Resolution No. 2361-24 (appointment and cancellation) or Resolution No. 2362-24 (holding the election).

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Thu Jul 25, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Environmental Committee to review solar project and beautification grants

The Environmental Committee will receive a staff update on the Solar/Generator Replacement Project. Members will also discuss the criteria, requirements, and timeline for the Neighborhood Beautification Grant Program to potentially encourage more participation.

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Wed Jul 24, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to review Civic Center Courtyard and Veterans Honor Project plans

The Westlake Village City Council is holding a study session to review and provide feedback on two projects: the Civic Center Courtyard Improvements and Veterans Honor Project, and the Lakeview Canyon Road corridor complete street concepts. No decisions are being made; the council will discuss and direct staff.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff on veterans memorial and Lakeview Canyon road project

The City Council held a study session and directed staff to add Councilmember Halpern to the Veterans Ad-Hoc Committee and begin outreach in August for the Civic Center Courtyard Improvements and Veterans Honor Project. They also directed staff to continue developing the Lakeview Canyon Road complete street concept, including seeking funding and community outreach. No formal votes were taken; these were directions for future action.

Wed Jul 24, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to consider new Public Safety Officer position and bus shelter improvements

The City Council will discuss establishing a Public Safety Officer position and awarding a construction contract for bus shelter improvements. The body will also conclude a review of building and safety services provided by Los Angeles County.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Public Safety Officer position and approves bus shelter project

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2360-24 establishing the Public Safety Officer position and job description, and approved a $66,450 construction agreement with Loftin Construction Inc. for the Bus Shelter Improvement Project Phase II, determining it exempt from CEQA. The Council also concluded its review of Building and Safety Services, choosing to continue contracting with Los Angeles County, and received the Cultural Recreation Committee report on pickleball court rules.

Thu Jul 18, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss animal control ordinance and camera system update

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates on new public safety legislation and recent LASD statistics. They will also hear an update on the Civic Center security camera installation. The committee will discuss and potentially provide direction on adopting Los Angeles County Animal Care Ordinance changes, including code exceptions for Westlake Village's animal control ordinance.

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Wed Jul 17, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to consider sign program for senior housing, two permit time extensions

The Land Use Committee will discuss three items: a time extension for the Westlake Yacht Club's conditional use permit for alcohol sales, a time extension for the Westlake Village Inn's permit for live entertainment at Stonehaus, and a proposed new sign program for The Ridge Westlake Village senior housing development. The committee may make recommendations to the full City Council.

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Wed Jul 10, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to consider new exterior building color guidelines citywide

The Westlake Village City Council will review a new guide for exterior paint colors on all residential and non-residential buildings. The council also plans to discuss traffic safety improvements for Russell Ranch Road and a sign modification permit for County Line Shopping Center.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee

Discussion of future operational plans for pickleball courts

The Cultural Recreation Committee will discuss rules, regulations, and future operational plans for the pickleball courts. Staff are scheduled to lead this discussion.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Review of bond maturities, assessment revenues, and permit fee structures

The Administrative Committee will discuss options for extending bond portfolio maturity dates. Staff will also present reviews regarding Assessment District Revenue and encroachment permit fee structures.

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Mon Jul 1, 2024

Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee - City Council Committee

Committee discusses chamber technology upgrades and traffic signal replacement options

The Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee will review proposals for council chamber audio visual and technology upgrades. Staff will also present results from the Traffic Signal Controller Replacement Project RFP.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

The June 27 Environmental Committee meeting in Westlake Village has been cancelled

The regular meeting of the Westlake Village Environmental Committee scheduled for June 27, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2024, at 3:30 p.m.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

The June 27 Environmental Committee meeting is cancelled

The Westlake Village Environmental Committee regular meeting scheduled for June 27, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 25, 2024.

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Wed Jun 26, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Closed session meeting regarding labor negotiations for the City Manager

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a special closed session on June 26, 2024. The agenda includes a conference with labor negotiators concerning the unrepresented employee, the City Manager.

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Wed Jun 26, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Target at Russell Ranch Road may be authorized for offsite alcohol sales

The City Council will consider a permit to allow offsite alcohol sales at the Target on Russell Ranch Road. The council will also review five-year agreements with Los Angeles County for law enforcement and animal control services. Other items include sign modifications for the County Line Shopping Center.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Westlake Village Community Foundation

Foundation board to review financial reports and upcoming city events

The Westlake Village Community Foundation will receive a financial report update. The board will also hear presentations regarding 2024 scholarships and fundraising for the October 19, 2024, City Celebration event.

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Mon Jun 24, 2024

Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee

Staff will discuss future operational plans for pickleball courts

The Cultural Recreation Committee will discuss rules, regulations, and future operational plans for the city's pickleball courts. The meeting also includes a period for public comments.

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Thu Jun 20, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Westlake Village discusses renewing law enforcement and animal control agreements

The Public Safety Committee will discuss renewing two five-year service agreements with Los Angeles County for law enforcement and animal care and control. The committee will also review recent public safety statistics from LASD staff and discuss prevention of vandalism at Bennett Park.

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Wed Jun 12, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Westlake Village City Council to adopt Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget

The City Council will meet to adopt the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a wellness facility at The Shoppes. Additionally, council members will review community service grant recommendations.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council closed session regarding City Manager performance and negotiations

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a closed session meeting on June 10, 2024. The agenda includes a performance evaluation for the City Manager and a conference with labor negotiators.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Proposed updates to city investment policy and job descriptions

The Administrative Committee will review proposed revisions to the City’s Investment Policy. The committee will also discuss updates to City job descriptions and a contract assignment for the Flexible Spending Account Benefit Program.

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Thu Jun 6, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Review of summer events including June concerts and July 4th celebrations

The board will discuss upcoming summer special events, including June concerts and the 4th of July celebration. The meeting also includes a review of the May 31st TGIF concert and staff updates.

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Wed Jun 5, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Review of an extension request for offsite alcohol sales at Target

The Land Use Committee will consider modifications to signage at County Line Shopping Center and paint color changes for Calvary Community Church. The meeting also includes a review of city-wide exterior paint guidelines and discussion on Three Springs HOA maintenance.

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Thu May 30, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Environmental Committee to review Civic Center Courtyards and Veterans Honor Project design concepts

The Environmental Committee will receive an update from staff and a consultant on the Civic Center Courtyards and Veterans Honor Project design concepts, in preparation for a future City Council study session. No other business items are listed.

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Thu May 23, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss Lakeview Canyon Road Complete Street Project

The Public Safety Committee will review recent public safety statistics and trends. Members will also discuss the status and next steps for the Lakeview Canyon Road Complete Street Project.

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Wed May 22, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to call Nov. 5 election, consider pickleball court funding

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a public hearing on a planned development permit for a home remodel and addition at 32037 Kingspark Court. They will also vote on resolutions to hold a municipal election on November 5, 2024, for two council seats, and consider funding increases for the pickleball courts project and other routine items.

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Tue May 21, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Administrative Committee to review building safety study and code enforcement

The Administrative Committee will hear a staff presentation on a Building and Safety Study and discuss next steps. They will also continue developing the city's code enforcement program. Public comments may be submitted in person or by email.

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Tue May 21, 2024

Community Service Funds Advisory Committee

Committee to review and recommend community service funding amounts

The Community Service Funds Advisory Committee will meet to review eligible applicants for funding. The body will discuss these applications and make recommendations regarding funding amounts.

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Thu May 9, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council closed session on potential litigation

The Westlake Village City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss one potential case of anticipated litigation with legal counsel. Public comments are limited to closed-session items, and no other business is on the agenda.

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Wed May 8, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council reviews draft FY 2024-25 operations budget

The City Council is holding a study session to review the draft operations budget for fiscal year 2024-25. Council members will consider the information and provide direction to the City Manager, which will be incorporated into the budget documents for the June 12, 2024 meeting. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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Wed May 8, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to vote on car wash hours, oak tree removal, and district assessments

The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit modification to expand hours for a car wash and gas station at 30909 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, an oak tree permit to remove four protected trees at 147 Sherwood Drive, and the FY 2024-25 assessments for lighting and landscape maintenance districts. The council will also consider a street improvement project funded by SB 1, a security camera purchase and use policy, and a street sweeping contract amendment. Several ceremonial items are on the agenda, including awards and recognitions.

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Wed May 1, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee meeting cancelled for May 1, 2024

The City Council's Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been cancelled due to a special meeting held on April 22, 2024. The next regular meeting is set for June 5, 2024.

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Tue Apr 30, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss Russell Ranch Road collisions and camera policy

The Public Safety Committee will review recent safety statistics and a draft policy for the use of security camera systems at public facilities. Members will also discuss strategies to reduce traffic collisions on Russell Ranch Road.

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Mon Apr 29, 2024

Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss 'Dig Once' policy and AV upgrades for council chambers

The Telecommunications/Connectivity/IT Committee will discuss the 'Dig Once' policy, including its process and implementation procedures. The committee will also review proposed upgrades to the City Council Chambers' audio-visual system to prepare a request for proposal for City Council approval.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Environmental Committee Meeting Cancelled

The April 25, 2024 meeting of the Environmental Committee has been cancelled because members are attending the North Santa Monica Bay State of the Watershed Event. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2024.

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Wed Apr 24, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to award $1.79M street resurfacing contract, approve $769K budget amendment

The Westlake Village City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the Annual Street Resurfacing Project to J&H Engineering General Contractors Inc. in the amount of $1,789,411.30, along with a $769,412 budget amendment. They will also vote on several professional services agreements, including extensions for engineering, alert systems, emergency planning, and IT support, and make appointments to the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board. The meeting includes a presentation on water supply and the future of water, plus routine reports and a consent calendar with warrants totaling $15,555,464.75.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024

Westlake Village Community Foundation

Foundation to select 2024 scholarship recipients and approve July 4th fireworks funding

The Westlake Village Community Foundation will discuss and select awardees for its 2024 scholarship program, and consider accepting a $10,000 sponsorship and a grant from the Gene Haas Foundation for the city's July 4th fireworks event. The board will also review a financial update and approve prior meeting minutes.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to review oak tree removal, gym permit extension, home remodel, ADU rules

The Westlake Village Land Use Committee will consider four items: a request to remove four protected oak trees at 147 Sherwood Drive, a time extension for a gym's conditional use permit at The Shoppes at Westlake Village, a planned development permit for a home expansion at 32037 Kingspark Court, and a discussion on revising accessory dwelling unit (ADU) development standards for residentially zoned properties.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

The April 18, 2024, Public Safety Committee meeting is cancelled

The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for April 18, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 16, 2024, though a special meeting may be scheduled before then.

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Wed Apr 10, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to approve sidewalk and landscape contract amendments

The Westlake Village City Council will consider approving amendments to construction contracts for sidewalk and landscape improvement projects, and will also discuss a traffic signal controller replacement project and the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report. The meeting includes routine consent items and a report on community park signage and trash enclosure projects.

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Wed Apr 10, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to review capital projects and reserve policies for FY 2024-25 budget

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss and approve Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects for the preliminary FY 2024-25 citywide budget. They will also discuss and provide direction on the Financial Reserve and CIP funding policies. This is a discussion and direction-setting session, not a final budget adoption.

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Mon Apr 8, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Administrative Committee to review proposed FY 2024-25 operations budget and Willdan engineering contract renewal.

The Administrative Committee will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 operations budget and a General Fund Reserve Policy. They will also review a contract renewal with Willdan Engineering for continued engineering services. A legislative update from staff and consultants is also on the agenda.

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Thu Apr 4, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board discusses Earth Day and summer events

The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to receive staff updates and discuss upcoming community activities. The board will review event updates and volunteering for Earth Day, as well as the summer event schedule.

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Wed Mar 27, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to approve contracts and assessments for FY 2024-25

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, including a conditional use permit for an escape room facility. They will also consider approving contracts for a landscape irrigation controller upgrade project and initiate proceedings for lighting and landscape assessment districts for the next fiscal year.

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Wed Mar 27, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Closed session: litigation and potential lawsuit discussion

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council, held to discuss legal matters only. The council will confer with legal counsel about existing litigation in the case Boyer v. City of Westlake Village and one potential case involving significant exposure to litigation. No public decisions or action items are on the agenda.

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Tue Mar 26, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Environmental Committee to discuss Lindero Pathway lighting, Clean Street contract, and CIP budget

The Environmental Committee will discuss three items: updates on Lindero Pathway lighting modifications, proposed fee adjustments for the Clean Street contract renewal for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, and the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

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Thu Mar 21, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss LASD contract renewal and new officer position

The Public Safety Committee will review recent public safety statistics and trends. Members will discuss the renewal process and fees for the Los Angeles Sheriff Department contract and the budget and recruitment for a new Public Safety Officer position.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board to discuss Earth Day and summer events

The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to receive staff updates and plan upcoming community activities. The board will discuss movie and activity choices for Earth Day and band selections for the TGIF Concert in the Courtyard.

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Wed Mar 13, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council holds closed session on potential litigation

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council, held to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel. The only agenda item is a conference regarding one potential case, and no public decisions or open-session actions are scheduled.

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Wed Mar 13, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to approve $3.68M sidewalk funding and $71K veterans art project

The Westlake Village City Council will vote on several agreements, including a $3.68 million sidewalk extension project funded by LA Metro, a $71,000 landscape architecture contract for a veterans memorial courtyard, and concession stand agreements with local youth sports leagues. The council will also discuss the use of Zoom for meetings and receive updates on pension trusts and public safety programs.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Administrative Committee to discuss code enforcement program development

The Administrative Committee will meet to discuss current code enforcement practices. The discussion includes how to develop a program that incorporates citations and penalties.

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Land Use Committee to review parking lot ADA upgrades and escape room permit extension

The Land Use Committee will discuss two items: a revised site plan for the County Line Shopping Center parking lot to meet ADA requirements, and a request to extend the permit term for an existing escape room business. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment available in person or via Zoom.

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Mon Mar 4, 2024

Economic Development Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss 2023 Business Census Report and Chamber sponsorships

The Economic Development Committee will review the 2023 Business Census Report from the Greater Conejo Chamber of Commerce. Members will also discuss the Business of the Quarter Recognition program and potential City sponsorships for Chamber events.

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Thu Feb 29, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to review veterans art project and beautification partnerships

The Environmental Committee will hear staff proposals for the Civic Center Courtyard Improvements and Art Installation Honoring Veterans Project, recommend a consultant, and discuss next steps. They will also discuss potential public-facing areas for public-private beautification partnerships to help staff obtain quotes for the annual budget.

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Wed Feb 28, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council closed session to discuss lawsuit Gist v. City of Westlake Village

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Westlake Village City Council. The only agenda item is a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Gist v. City of Westlake Village et al. (LASC Case No. 20VECV01171). Public comments are limited to closed-session items.

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Wed Feb 28, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to vote on Costco outdoor dining, CDBG funds, park shade structure

The Westlake Village City Council will hold public hearings on allowing outdoor food service at the Costco on Lindero Canyon Road and on allocating Community Development Block Grant funds for fiscal year 2024-2025. The council will also consider approving a purchase and installation agreement for a shade structure at Canyon Oaks Park, a joint use agreement with the school district for public access to White Oak Elementary School field, and other routine items.

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Thu Feb 15, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss Civic Center security cameras

The Public Safety Committee will review recent crime statistics and trends from the Los Angeles Sheriff Department. The body will also receive an update on the Community Emergency Report Team (CERT) program and discuss investing in exterior security cameras for the Civic Center.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Administrative Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to discuss investment options, trust review, and public comment protocols.

The Administrative Committee will discuss diversifying city financial investments, review pension and retiree benefit trust accounts, consider a draft FPPC ticket distribution policy, and discuss public comment protocols for virtual meetings.

Wed Feb 7, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to review annual financial report and mid-year budget

The City Council will review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023-24 mid-year budget and a report on the Arterial System Financing Program.

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Mon Feb 5, 2024

Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to interview applicants for the Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

The Cultural Recreation Committee will conduct interviews for Cultural Recreation Advisory Board (CRAB) applicants. The committee will also review CRAB guidelines and make recommendations regarding appointments and guidelines.

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Wed Jan 31, 2024

Land Use Committee - City Council Committee

Council committee to consider expanded hours for gas station and car wash

The Land Use Committee will discuss a request to modify a conditional use permit to expand operating hours at Westlake Village Speedwash & Gas at 30909 Thousand Oaks Boulevard. They will also consider a sign permit for Squeeze Massage at 30885 Thousand Oaks Boulevard.

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Mon Jan 29, 2024

Cultural Recreation Committee - City Council Committee

Committee to review shade structure, concession, and park signage designs

The Cultural Recreation Committee will review updated concept designs for a shade structure at Canyon Oaks, discuss an expired concession agreement with WAGS and AYSO, and review updated designs for entry signage and trash enclosures at Community Park. The committee will make recommendations and provide direction on these items.

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Thu Jan 25, 2024

Environmental Committee - City Council Committee

Environmental Committee meeting cancelled for January 25

The January 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Westlake Village Environmental Committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is February 22, 2024.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

City Council to review 2023 goals and set 2024 goals

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a study session to review the status of its 2023 goals and consider adopting a subset of goals for 2024. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

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Wed Jan 24, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to vote on rooftop wireless facility at 5716 Corsa Avenue

The Westlake Village City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for a new rooftop wireless telecommunications facility at 5716 Corsa Avenue. The council will also consider approving contracts for environmental review of the Lindero Terrace project, appoint members to a grant advisory committee, and authorize bidding for the annual street resurfacing program. Routine items include approval of warrants totaling $870,763.54 and receiving departmental reports.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

Westlake Village Community Foundation

Foundation to elect chair, vice chair and review 2023 finances

The Westlake Village Community Foundation will hold its annual reorganization, electing a chair and vice chair and updating banking authorities. Members will also receive a financial report and a status update on 2023 scholarships.

Thu Jan 18, 2024

Public Safety Committee - City Council Committee

Public Safety Committee to receive LASD report

The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive a report from Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) staff. The discussion will focus on recent public safety statistics, trends, and strategies.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to approve traffic engineering contract with Ardurra Group

The Westlake Village City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent calendar and several general business items. The main action items are approving a professional services agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for traffic engineering services, adopting an electronic document management system policy, and approving 2024 committee assignments. The council will also receive reports on development impact fees and an environmental committee update on arterial median landscape design.

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Thu Jan 4, 2024

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board

Cultural Recreation Advisory Board to plan 2024 events and review membership

The Cultural Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review the 2024 meeting schedule and new member applications. The board will also discuss planning for Westlake Village Discovers and Earth Day, and review the Holiday Sing-Along.

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