Los Altos Hills, California

Environmental Initiatives Committee

Las reuniones regulares del Comité de Iniciativas Ambientales programadas para el 25 de junio de 2026 y el 23 de julio de 2026 han sido canceladas. No se discutieron ni decidieron puntos.

• Ambas reuniones regulares de junio y julio de 2026 canceladas

Finance & Investment Committee

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The request involves construction at a single-family residence.

• Site Development Permit for 13920 Mirou Drive (File #SD26-0007) for an 881 square-foot swimming pool with attached spa and hardscape improvements

Finance & Investment Committee

El Comité de Finanzas e Inversiones ha cancelado sus reuniones regulares programadas para el 6 de julio y el 3 de agosto de 2026. Se ha programado una reunión especial para el 27 de julio de 2026, a las 4:00 p.m.

History Committee

The History Committee will review updates on several historic sites, including Heritage House, the Martha Lynn Water Tower, and signage for Heritage Oak Trees. New business items include the September issue of “Our Town,” a ribbon‑cutting ceremony, a grant for restoration of farm equipment, and the election of officers. The committee will also approve draft minutes from prior meetings.

• Heritage House – update and moving‑in process
• Martha Lynn Water Tower, Fremont Hills – update
• Signage for the Heritage Oak Trees in Bryne Preserve – update
• Grant money for restoration of farm equipment
• Election of officers

Open Space Committee

The committee will conduct planning site reviews for several residential addresses and SB9 applications. Discussion items include updates on fire mitigation easements, bench policy, and Byrne Preserve planting.

• Planning Site Reviews: No Number Almaden Ct, 12769 Dianne Dr, 122625 Viscaino Ct, 26080 Quail Lane, 13920 Mir Mirou Road, 26880 Ortega Drive, 27285 Elena Road, 27200 Deer Spring Way, 14520 DeBell Road, and 26790 Taaffe Road
• SB9 applications review
• Planting and fencing at Byrne Preserve for Matadero Creek mitigation
• Ad hoc committee updates on fire mitigation easement language and bench policy
• Future topics including artificial turf restrictions and tree ordinances

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled its weekly Fast Track/Site Development public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2026. No applications or decisions will be considered at this meeting. Future meetings will proceed as usual.

• Meeting cancelled; no items on the agenda

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee is reviewing site development reports and field trip findings. The agenda includes discussions on heritage house renovations, native plant garden maintenance, and various ordinance updates.

• Review of field trip reports for properties including 26929 Almaden Court and 13920 Mir Mirou Road
• Native Plant Garden renovation project with $25k approved
• Discussion on updates to the fence ordinance for Objective Design Standards
• Draft guidelines regarding planting under oak trees
• Subgroup projects including wildlife corridors, ridgeline definitions, and artificial turf

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee approved a $25,000 budget for the Native Plant Garden project. The committee also rescheduled the EDPC officer election to August 4. Other items such as the Heritage House renovation, view ordinance updates, and fence ordinance revisions were discussed but no formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved $25,000 funding for Native Plant Garden
• Rescheduled EDPC officer election to August 4

Open Space Committee

La reunión ordinaria del Comité de Espacios Abiertos programada para el 8 de julio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. Se ha programado una reunión especial para el 15 de julio de 2026.

Technology Committee

La reunión regular del Comité de Tecnología de Los Altos Hills programada para el 8 de julio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 12 de agosto de 2026. La agenda es enteramente procedimental.

• Reunión cancelada; próxima reunión el 12 de agosto de 2026

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

El Comité de Preparación y Respuesta ante Emergencias revisará informes relativos a los sistemas de detección temprana de CAL Fire y al Los Altos Hills County Fire District. El comité también discutirá actualizaciones sobre la contratación de personal de gestión de emergencias y diversos informes de subcomités.

• Informe de CAL Fire Alert California sobre sensores de humo remotos
• Moción para nombrar a Sam Wood como Miembro Asociado de EPRC
• Informe sobre el LAH Town Picnic
• Informe mensual del Los Altos Hills County Fire District
• Actualización sobre la contratación de un Asistente del Administrador de la Ciudad/Miembro del Personal de EM

Finance & Investment Committee

El Finance and Investment Committee ha cancelado sus reuniones regulares programadas para el 6 de julio y el 3 de agosto de 2026. Se ha programado una reunión especial para el 27 de julio de 2026, a las 4:00 p.m. en el Chambers Conference Room. No hay otros puntos de negocio enumerados en esta agenda.

• Reuniones regulares del 6 de julio y 3 de agosto de 2026, canceladas
• Reunión especial reprogramada para el lunes 27 de julio de 2026, a las 4:00 p.m.

Environmental Initiatives Committee

Las reuniones ordinarias del Comité de Iniciativas Ambientales programadas para el 25 de junio y el 23 de julio de 2026 han sido canceladas. No se discutieron ni decidieron puntos del orden del día. No se proporciona la fecha de la próxima reunión.

• Reunión ordinaria del 25 de junio de 2026 cancelada
• Reunión ordinaria del 23 de julio de 2026 cancelada

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una reunión especial para considerar la recomendación de una ordenanza de vivienda inclusiva al Concejo Municipal, añadiendo nuevas regulaciones de zonificación como parte del Programa A-6 del Elemento de Vivienda. También realizarán audiencias públicas sobre un permiso de desarrollo de sitio y múltiples variaciones para una casa nueva en 14844 Manuella Road, y una variación para el acceso de una ADU en 26929 Almaden Court. Adicionalmente, la comisión discutirá un taller de ADU y la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda.

• 14844 Manuella Road: solicitud de un permiso de desarrollo de sitio y variaciones para una casa de dos pisos de 5,585 sq ft, incluyendo el ancho de la entrada, el área del piso, la altura del edificio y la reducción de estacionamiento
• 26929 Almaden Court: variación para permitir una entrada independiente para una ADU existente en lugar de una entrada compartida
• Ordenanza de Vivienda Inclusiva: recomendación de adoptar el Artículo 17 al Capítulo 1 (Zonificación) del Código Municipal
• Taller de ADU: discusión sobre actualizaciones de la ordenanza para unidades de vivienda accesorias
• Implementación del Elemento de Vivienda: discusión y dirección al personal sobre los siguientes pasos

Pathways Committee

La reunión regular del 22 de junio de 2026 del Comité de Pathways ha sido cancelada. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto.

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

El Comité de Parques, Recreación y Eventos Comunitarios llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para discutir una actualización de uso múltiple para Heritage House, una cancha de pickleball y un informe posterior al Picnic 2026. El comité también planificará el desfile del 4 de julio. La mayoría de los puntos son discusiones, sin votos ni decisiones explícitamente enumeradas.

• Informe posterior al Picnic 2026
• Discusión sobre la actualización de uso múltiple comunitario de Heritage House
• Discusión sobre la cancha de Pickle Ball
• Planificación del desfile del 4 de julio

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 18 de junio de 2026, con una sesión cerrada sobre litigios previstos (SHIELD Coalition) y una agenda completa de nombramientos, artículos de consentimiento y audiencias públicas. Las decisiones clave incluyen la adopción del presupuesto operativo para el año fiscal 2026-27 y el año fiscal 2027-28 y el plan de mejoras de capital de cinco años, la consideración de una medida electoral sobre cambios en el uso de suelo para caballos y usos comerciales, y la designación de un monumento histórico. El calendario de consentimiento incluye contratos para el Magdalena Road Pathway Project ($260,730) y varios acuerdos de alcantarillado.

• Adopción del presupuesto operativo para el año fiscal 2026-27 y el año fiscal 2027-28 y el plan de mejoras de capital de cinco años (audiencia pública)
• Consideración de una medida electoral para las elecciones de noviembre de 2026 para modificar las políticas de uso de suelo sobre la cría de caballos y prohibir nuevos usos industriales/comerciales
• Resolución que aprueba la renovación por 10 años de la instalación inalámbrica de AT&T/T-Mobile en 26140 Duval Way
• Resolución que adjudica el contrato de construcción de $260,730 para el Magdalena Road Pathway Project a Pacific Underground Construction Inc.
• Introducción de una ordenanza para designar la Martha Lynn Tank House en 12889 Viscaino Place como un monumento histórico

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una reunión especial para entrar en sesión cerrada por dos casos de litigio existentes: Grady v. Town of Los Altos Hills (Caso No. 25CV457402) y Linebarger et al. v. Town of Los Altos Hills (Caso No. 25CV475174). No hay otros puntos de acción en la agenda. Después de la sesión cerrada, el concejo informará los resultados y se levantará la sesión.

• Sesión cerrada: Grady v. Town of Los Altos Hills, Caso No. 25CV457402
• Sesión cerrada: Linebarger et al. v. Town of Los Altos Hills, Caso No. 25CV475174

Fast Track/Site Development

La ciudad de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 16 de junio de 2026 para considerar un Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio para un plan de pantallas paisajísticas que incluye superficies duras, iluminación exterior y cercado en 12800 Alto Verde Lane. El permiso está asociado con una residencia unifamiliar previamente aprobada.

• Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio SD25-0082 para el plan de pantallas paisajísticas en 12800 Alto Verde Lane
• Incluye mejoras de superficies duras, iluminación exterior y cerca
• Exención categórica según la Sección 15304(b) de CEQA

History Committee

El Comité de Historia revisará actualizaciones sobre varios sitios históricos, incluyendo Heritage House, Martha Lynn Water Tower y Shumate Brick Pillars. También discutirán los planes para la jornada de puertas abiertas del 70.º Aniversario en Heritage House y una solicitud de fondos. Otros puntos incluyen la aprobación de las actas de reuniones pasadas y una ceremonia de corte de cinta.

• Actualización de Heritage House y proceso de mudanza
• Actualización de Martha Lynn Water Tower
• Jornada de puertas abiertas del 70.º Aniversario en Heritage House y solicitud de fondos
• Ceremonia de corte de cinta
• Aprobación de las actas de septiembre, octubre, enero y mayo

Open Space Committee

El Comité de Espacios Abiertos revisará varias propuestas de desarrollo residencial, incluyendo una nueva vivienda unifamiliar con unidad SB9 y ADU en La Barranca, y nuevas SFR en Laurel Lane, Ravensbury y Fremont Road. También discutirán el cercado dentro de una servidumbre de espacio abierto en Robleda Road. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen actualizaciones sobre el proyecto de Maria Lane, comentarios sobre una Medida de Votación de Green Sheets y la revisión de documentos históricos. Los asuntos pendientes cubren la plantación y el cercado de Byrne Preserve, un jardín de plantas nativas en el Ayuntamiento y el reclutamiento del comité.

• La Barranca: propuesta de nueva SFR, unidad SB9, ADU y piscina
• 26666 Laurel Lane: propuesta de nueva residencia unifamiliar
• 22560 Ravensbury: propuesta de paisajismo
• 27161 Fremont Road: propuesta de nueva residencia unifamiliar
• 13871 Robleda Road: propuesta de cercado dentro de la servidumbre de espacio abierto

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Los Altos Hills recibirá una presentación sobre el estado de las negociaciones con la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Santa Clara para un nuevo acuerdo de aplicación de la ley y votará una resolución para extender el acuerdo actual por 12 semanas. La reunión también incluye una sesión cerrada para discutir la contratación de un Fiscal de la Ciudad.

• Presentación sobre el estado de las negociaciones con la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Santa Clara con respecto al acuerdo de servicios de aplicación de la ley que está por vencer
• Resolución que aprueba la Enmienda Número 2 que autoriza una extensión de 12 semanas al acuerdo actual de aplicación de la ley con la Oficina del Sheriff
• Sesión cerrada para considerar el empleo público para el puesto de Fiscal de la Ciudad

The City Council unanimously approved Amendment No. 2 to extend the current law enforcement agreement with the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office through September 30, 2026, a 13-week extension. The extension allows time for an independent audit of the County's proposed overhead cost methodology, which had been a point of contention. Council also discussed long-term alternatives including volunteer patrols, regional partnerships, and potential changes to service levels.

• Approved 13-week extension of Sheriff's contract through September 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to incorporate modifications from other contract cities' negotiations (included in same motion)

Fast Track/Site Development

Esta es una audiencia pública ante el Comité de Desarrollo del Sitio sobre dos puntos. El primero es un plan de pantallas paisajísticas para una adición aprobada en 14554 De Bell Road. El segundo es un permiso de Vía Rápida (Fast Track) para la demolición de una casa existente y la construcción de una nueva residencia de dos pisos de 5,432 pies cuadrados con un ADU adjunto y una unidad SB9, además de la remoción de dos robles que no son patrimonio en 13470 Robleda Road.

• Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio SD26-0002 para pantallas paisajísticas en 14554 De Bell Road
• Permiso de Vía Rápida (Fast Track) SD25-0028 para demolición y nueva construcción en 13470 Robleda Road
• Nueva residencia: dos pisos de 5,432 sq ft, sótano de 242 sq ft, ADU adjunto de 911 sq ft, unidad SB9 adjunta de 991 sq ft
• Remoción de dos robles que no son patrimonio
• Ambos proyectos están categóricamente exentos de la revisión de CEQA

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre una medida de iniciativa borrador que enmienda el Elemento de Uso de Suelo del Plan General (Green Sheets), una renovación del Permiso de Uso Condicional para Westwind Barn, y un permiso de desarrollo de sitio con ADU y unidad SB9 en La Barranca Road. El personal solicita el aplazamiento de la ordenanza de vivienda inclusiva y de un proyecto en Manuella Road hasta el 25 de junio. La Comisión también discutirá la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda y una interpretación del código sobre sótanos en ADUs.

• Republicación de la medida de iniciativa borrador para enmendar el Elemento de Uso de Suelo del Plan General con los principios 'Green Sheets' sobre la cría de animales y límites a los usos industriales/comerciales (Item 3.3)
• Renovación del Permiso de Uso Condicional para Westwind Barn (27210 Altamont Road) para extender la operación del establo a 10 años, aumentar la capacidad de caballos y la frecuencia de exhibiciones (Item 3.4)
• Permiso de Desarrollo de Sitio y Varianza para una casa de 4,711 sq ft más ADU y unidad SB9 en La Barranca Road sin dirección, con revisión de la Ley Williamson (Item 3.5)
• Ordenanza de vivienda inclusiva (Artículo 17) aplazada hasta la reunión especial del 25 de junio (Item 3.2)
• Interpretación del código sobre sótanos en Unidades de Vivienda Accesorias (Item 4.1)

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo del Sitio de la ciudad de Los Altos Hills lleva a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de Vía Rápida (SD25-0002) para un Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio para demoler una vivienda existente de una planta de 3,474 pies cuadrados y construir una nueva vivienda de una planta de 3,620 pies cuadrados con mejoras de superficies endurecidas y la eliminación de un roble que no es patrimonio. El proyecto está categóricamente exento bajo la Sección 15303(a) de CEQA. Los comentarios públicos pueden realizarse en persona o vía Zoom.

• Demolición de la residencia existente de una planta de 3,474 sq ft en 28155 Christopher's Lane
• Construcción de una nueva residencia de una planta de 3,620 sq ft y superficies endurecidas asociadas
• Eliminación de un roble que no es patrimonio
• Puntos de Vía Rápida: 8 (por debajo del umbral de 15 puntos)
• Nivelación: 15 CY de corte, 35 CY de relleno, 20 CY de importación

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

El Comité de Preparación y Respuesta ante Emergencias recibirá actualizaciones sobre el Plan de Operaciones de Emergencia del Pueblo y la capacitación del personal, considerará la contratación de un Asistente del Administrador de la Ciudad/miembro del personal de Gestión de Emergencias y llevará a cabo elecciones para el liderazgo del comité. La agenda también incluye presentaciones del nuevo personal del distrito de bomberos y de gestión de emergencias, así como informes de los subcomités sobre divulgación, notificación masiva y una ordenanza sobre incendios forestales.

• Presentación de Dave Pope, LAHCFD, y Louay Toma, Gerente Senior de Emergencias (SCCFD/SCCOEM) con actualización de la capacitación del EOP
• Consideración de la contratación de un Asistente del Administrador de la Ciudad/miembro del personal de Gestión de Emergencias
• Elecciones del liderazgo del comité para la presidencia y otros roles
• Informe del Los Altos Hills County Fire District sobre los Sensores N5 Shield
• Actualización del subcomité Ad Hoc de la Ordenanza sobre Incendios Forestales

The committee approved the May 2026 meeting minutes and endorsed a proposal for additional Alert California cameras. New leadership was elected for the upcoming term, including Phil Harter as Chair.

• Approved May 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Endorsed Technology Committee's application for Alert California camera additions (5-0)
• Elected Phil Harter as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Dave Stewart as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Elected Amita Sachdeva as Secretary (4-0)

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

El Comité de Parques, Recreación y Eventos Comunitarios discutirá la planificación del Picnic y Pathway Run 2026, recibirá un informe del comité ad hoc de la Cancha de Pickleball y considerará actualizaciones de uso múltiple para Heritage House. La reunión también cubre la coordinación de voluntarios y el desfile del 4 de julio.

• Análisis y sugerencias para el Pathway Run 2027
• Planificación del Picnic 2026 y coordinación de voluntarios
• Informe del comité ad hoc de la Cancha de Pickleball
• Discusión sobre el uso comunitario y la actualización de uso múltiple de Heritage House
• Planificación para el desfile del 4 de julio

The Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee approved the next meeting date of June 22. The remainder of the meeting focused on planning for the June picnic, a recap of the Pathway Run, and an update on potential pickleball court locations. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved June 22 meeting date

Finance & Investment Committee

El Comité de Finanzas e Inversión discutirá y potencialmente recomendará cambios al borrador del presupuesto de FY'27, un propuesto Estudio de Tarifas de Servicios de Desarrollo y una nueva Política de Compras. La reunión también incluye actualizaciones sobre los reembolsos del proyecto El Monte Underground y las tarifas excesivas de construcción.

• Revisión del Estudio de Tarifas de Servicios de Desarrollo
• Revisión del borrador del Presupuesto de FY'27
• Revisión del borrador de la Política de Compras
• Actualización sobre el estado de las Tarifas de Construcción Excesivas
• Actualización sobre los reembolsos del Proyecto El Monte Underground por parte de PG&E, Comcast y AT&T

Environmental Initiatives Committee

El Comité de Iniciativas Ambientales se reunirá para aprobar las actas de la reunión de abril, discutir la planificación de un picnic y recibir actualizaciones de los subcomités sobre divulgación, colaboración con Foothill College, seguimiento de la electrificación e inventario de gases de efecto invernadero. El comité también fijará las fechas de las reuniones de verano para el 25 de junio y el 23 de julio. La agenda es mayormente procedimental, sin decisiones importantes ni asignaciones financieras.

• Aprobación de actas: abril
• Planificación del picnic
• Actualizaciones de subcomités: Divulgación, Foothill College, Seguimiento de Electrificación, Inventario de GEI
• Actualización del Consejo
• Fechas de reuniones de verano (6/25, 7/23)

Pathways Committee

El Comité de Vías considerará una votación sobre una propuesta de hoja verde/boleta y recibirá una actualización sobre el De Anza Trail. También votarán sobre el nombramiento de John Lewis para el Comité Asesor de Bicicletas y Peatones de la VTA por un término de dos años. Adicionalmente, el comité discutirá el Picnic del Pueblo y atenderá asuntos rutinarios.

• Votación sobre una propuesta de hoja verde/boleta (detalles de la propuesta no especificados)
• Actualización sobre el De Anza Trail
• Votación para nombrar a John Lewis al VTA BPAC por un término de dos años
• Discusión del Picnic del Pueblo
• Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión de abril

Fast Track/Site Development

Esta reunión fue cancelada. No se discutieron ni decidieron temas. El aviso proporciona instrucciones para participar en futuras reuniones.

• Audiencia Pública Semanal de Vía Rápida/Desarrollo de Sitios cancelada para el 26 de mayo de 2026

Pathways Committee

La reunión regular del Comité de Pathways programada para el 25 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. Se ha programado una reunión especial para el 26 de mayo de 2026. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto oficial en esta reunión cancelada.

• Cancelación de la reunión regular del 25 de mayo

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

La reunión regular del Comité de Parques, Recreación y Eventos Comunitarios programada para el 25 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se realizaron gestiones.

History Committee

El Comité de Historia revisará actualizaciones sobre varios sitios históricos y elementos de mantenimiento. La agenda también incluye la planificación para el Open House del 70 aniversario de Heritage House y un Picnic Municipal en junio.

• Actualización de Heritage House
• Actualización de Martha Lynn Water Tower, Fremont Hills
• Actualización de Shumate Brick Pillars
• Señalización para los Heritage Oak Trees en Bryne Preserve
• Planes y solicitud de fondos para el Open House del 70 aniversario de Heritage House

The History Committee approved the September, October, January, and April meeting minutes as amended by a 4-0 vote. They also decided to cancel the History Walk scheduled for the June 7th Town Picnic because members could not attend. Other items, including updates on historical sites and signage, were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved September, October, January, and April minutes as amended (4-0)
• Cancelled the History Walk at the June 7th Town Picnic due to member unavailability

Fast Track/Site Development

La audiencia pública semanal de Desarrollo del Sitio/Fast Track programada para el 19 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se considerarán solicitudes ni decisiones en esta reunión. Se proporcionan instrucciones para asistir a futuras audiencias.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal y el Comité de Finanzas e Inversiones llevan a cabo una sesión de estudio conjunta para revisar la propuesta de Presupuesto Operativo FY 2026-27 y 2027-28 y el Plan de Mejoras de Capital de cinco años desde FY 2026-27 hasta FY 2030-31. No hay votaciones programadas; este es un punto únicamente de discusión para recopilar aportes antes de la adopción formal.

• Sesión de estudio sobre la propuesta de Presupuesto Operativo FY 2026-27 y 2027-28
• Revisión del Plan de Mejoras de Capital de cinco años desde FY 2026-27 hasta FY 2030-31

The City Council and Finance & Investment Committee held a joint study session on the proposed FY 2026-27 & 2027-28 operating budget and five-year Capital Improvement Plan. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the item was presented for discussion only.

• No formal action taken on proposed budget and CIP (study session only)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará la dirección de una medida de iniciativa borrador relativa a los principios de uso de suelo 'Green Sheets'. El calendario de consentimiento incluye ordenanzas que aumentan los salarios de los concejales a $950/mes y enmiendan los estándares de desarrollo multifamiliar, así como resoluciones que adjudican un contrato de reparación de alcantarillado por $410,365 y convocan a una elección municipal en noviembre de 2026. Los asuntos de nuevos negocios incluyen la adopción de un programa maestro de tarifas y la aprobación de un acuerdo de concesionario de tres años para Westwind Community Barn.

• Audiencia pública sobre la medida de iniciativa borrador relativa a los principios de uso de suelo 'Green Sheets'
• Ordenanza que aumenta los salarios de los concejales a $950 por mes
• Resolución que adjudica un contrato de reparación de alcantarillado sanitario por $410,365 a Casey Construction, Inc.
• Resolución que convoca a una elección municipal para el 3 de noviembre de 2026 y solicita la consolidación con el condado de Santa Clara
• Acuerdo de concesionario de tres años con Victoria Dye Equestrian, LLC para la operación de Westwind Community Barn

The Council approved the flatter, in-town route for the DeAnza Trail, but noted the item was not advertised as a public hearing and must be returned to a future agenda for formal action.

• Approved flatter DeAnza Trail route (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Mike Salameh to EIC (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Grace Tsang to EDPC (5-0)
• Approved reappointments to EPRC (5-0)

Open Space Committee

El Comité de Espacios Abiertos revisará múltiples solicitudes de planificación, incluyendo variaciones y nuevas residencias unifamiliares en varias direcciones. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una presentación sobre 12778 Maria Lane y una discusión sobre las cenizas funerarias en Byrne Preserve. El comité también recibirá actualizaciones sobre permisos de cercas, la mitigación de Matadero Creek y otros temas en curso.

• Revisión del sitio: 14844 Manuella Drive – variaciones para el giro de camiones de bomberos, altura, edificio
• Revisión del sitio: 13470 Robleda Road – nueva residencia unifamiliar
• Asuntos nuevos: presentación de Planificación sobre 12778 Maria Lane
• Asuntos nuevos: discusión de cenizas funerarias en Byrne Preserve
• Asuntos continuos: plantación y cercado en Byrne Preserve para la mitigación de Matadero Creek

The committee approved landscape and open space recommendations for six residential projects, requiring native plants, removal of invasive stinkwort, and open space easements on steep slopes. It also recommended against allowing cremains dispersal in the town’s open space preserves.

• Approved no-comment recommendation for 14844 Manuella Drive (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for 13470 Robleda Road with open space easement, native plants, and stinkwort removal condition (unanimous)
• Approved no-comment recommendation for 13867 Robleda Road (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for 12800 Alto Verde Lane with native plants, discouraging perimeter fencing, and stinkwort removal condition (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for 28155 Christopher Lane with open space easement over creek, pool drainage, native plants, and stinkwort removal condition (unanimous)
• Approved no-issue recommendation for 14210 Berry Hill Court major addition (unanimous)
• Recommended the Town not allow cremains dispersal in open space preserves (motion passed)

Technology Committee

El Comité de Tecnología escuchará una presentación de Civic Plus sobre su aplicación 311 para el software TRAKiT del Town, revisará el Informe de Acción Posterior al Plan de Contingencia de Eaton y recibirá actualizaciones sobre LAH/Foothill/Hidden Villa/LAHCF. La agenda también incluye la planificación del Town Picnic y una presentación sobre seguridad de la IA, junto con informes de subcomités sobre detección de incendios, IA y redundancia de energía.

• Presentación de la aplicación Civic Plus 311 para el software TRAKiT
• Informe de Acción Posterior al Plan de Contingencia de Eaton
• Discusión de planificación del Town Picnic
• Planificación de la Presentación de Seguridad y Protección de la IA
• Informes de subcomités: Detección de Incendios, IA y Redundancia de Energía

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

El Comité de Diseño y Protección Ambiental revisará permisos de desarrollo de sitios, informes de viajes de campo y discutirá asuntos pendientes, incluyendo la renovación de Heritage House y actualizaciones de la ordenanza de cercas para los Estándares de Diseño Objetivo del Elemento de Vivienda. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la aprobación de las actas de la reunión y la programación de viajes de campo. No hay votaciones programadas sobre políticas principales; se señala que la discusión sobre la ordenanza de cercas requiere contrataciones adicionales.

• Permiso de Desarrollo de Sitio para una adición de 1,351-square-foot en 12291 Barley Hill Road (SD25-0051)
• Permiso de Desarrollo de Sitio para una nueva piscina de 648 sq ft en 13961 Fremont Pines Lane (SD26-0011)
• $25,000 aprobados para la restauración del riego del Jardín de Plantas Nativas (Asuntos Pendientes)
• Discusión sobre la actualización de la ordenanza de cercas para los Estándares de Diseño Objetivo en el Elemento de Vivienda (punto 8d)
• Renovación de Heritage House: posible apertura al público el 4 de julio; se añadirán plantaciones

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo de Sitios de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 12 de mayo de 2026, para considerar dos permisos: una piscina en 13961 Fremont Pines Lane y una solicitud de Fast Track para demolición y nueva construcción en 26685 Snell Lane. El proyecto de Snell Lane implica reemplazar una casa de 4,106 sq-ft con una residencia de dos pisos de 5,916 sq-ft, un sótano de 3,197 sq-ft y una ADU de 800 sq-ft, además de la remoción de un roble patrimonial. Ambos artículos están categóricamente exentos de la revisión de CEQA.

• Piscina y spa (648 sq-ft) con muro de contención en 13961 Fremont Pines Lane
• Demolición de la casa existente de 4,106 sq-ft en 26685 Snell Lane
• Nueva residencia de dos pisos de 5,916 sq-ft con sótano de 3,197 sq-ft
• ADU independiente de 800 sq-ft y mejoras de superficies duras
• Remoción de un roble patrimonial y cuatro robles no patrimoniales

Finance & Investment Committee

El Comité de Finanzas e Inversiones revisará un estudio de tarifas de servicios de desarrollo y el borrador del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027. También considerarán una ordenanza propuesta para actualizar los umbrales de licitación bajo CUPCCAA. Se presentarán informes sobre actividades financieras, incluyendo actualizaciones de estado sobre los reembolsos del Proyecto El Monte Underground y las tarifas excesivas de construcción.

• Revisión del Estudio de Tarifas de Servicios de Desarrollo por el Director de Desarrollo Comunitario Bradford y NBS
• Presentación del borrador del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 por el Director de Finanzas Leung
• Propuesta de cambio de ordenanza para actualizar los umbrales de licitación bajo CUPCCAA por el Director de Obras Públicas Kim
• Actualizaciones de estado sobre los reembolsos del Proyecto El Monte Underground y las tarifas excesivas de construcción
• Próxima reunión conjunta del Consejo y el FIC sobre el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 programada para el 15 de mayo de 2026

City Council

Esta es una reunión conjunta informativa de los concejos municipales de Los Altos y Los Altos Hills. Las alcaldes Sally Meadows y Rajiv Bhateja realizarán presentaciones sobre el estado de sus ciudades. No habrá discusión del concejo, instrucciones al personal ni comentarios del público.

• Presentaciones alcaldeciles sobre el estado de cada ciudad
• Sin decisiones, comentarios del público ni instrucciones al personal
• Evento organizado por la Los Altos Chamber of Commerce en el Fremont Hills Country Club

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una propuesta de ordenanza de bonificación de densidad que implementa la ley estatal y puede votar para recomendarla al Concejo Municipal. También analizarán la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda y considerarán el nombramiento de un comisionado sin voto para el Comité Permanente del Elemento de Vivienda. Una audiencia pública sobre una ordenanza de vivienda inclusiva se ha aplazado para la reunión del 4 de junio. Los puntos de consentimiento incluyen la aprobación del borrador de las actas.

• Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza de bonificación de densidad (Artículo 18) para implementar la Density Bonus Law estatal
• Nombramiento de un miembro de la Comisión de Planificación sin voto para el Comité Permanente del Elemento de Vivienda
• Discusión sobre la Implementación del Elemento de Vivienda
• Audiencia de la ordenanza de vivienda inclusiva (Artículo 17) aplazada para el 4 de junio de 2026
• Aprobación del calendario de consentimiento de las actas de las reuniones especiales de enero y abril de 2026

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

El Comité de Preparación y Respuesta ante Emergencias de Los Altos Hills recibirá actualizaciones sobre el AB 2517, un proyecto de ley de seguridad contra incendios, y escuchará informes sobre el reclutamiento de un gestor de emergencias, drones de seguridad pública y una propuesta de ordenanza ad hoc sobre incendios forestales. La reunión también incluye informes de subcomités sobre divulgación comunitaria, notificación masiva y comunicaciones de emergencia.

• Actualización sobre el proyecto de ley de seguridad contra incendios AB 2517 (Calderon)
• Informe del enlace del Town Council que cubre el reclutamiento del city manager y drones para la seguridad pública
• Actualización del reclutamiento del gestor de emergencias con borradores de descripciones de puestos
• Discusión sobre las contribuciones del EPRC y mesa para Pathways & Town Picnic en junio
• Discusión sobre la ordenanza ad hoc de incendios forestales

The committee approved the April 2026 meeting minutes with a 5‑out‑of‑7 vote. Members voted to approve a rule allowing remote participation and voting at meetings. The town decided against hiring a full‑time Emergency Manager and will instead pursue a joint services agreement with the fire district and SCCFD. A proposal was made to dissolve the Town Emergency Plans subcommittee until a new Emergency Manager is appointed.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (5 of 7 votes)
• Approved rule allowing remote participation and voting (vote count not recorded)
• Decided not to hire a full‑time Emergency Manager; will try joint services agreement with LAHCFD and SCCFD
• Proposed to dissolve the Town Emergency Plans subcommittee until a new Emergency Manager joins

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo del Sitio llevará a cabo audiencias públicas el 5 de mayo de 2026 para dos proyectos. El primero es un permiso de desarrollo del sitio para una ampliación de 1,351 pies cuadrados de una vivienda en 12291 Barley Hill Road, que incluye la remoción de un roble que no es patrimonio. El segundo es un plan de pantallas paisajísticas en 13867 Robleda Road para una vivienda nueva previamente aprobada, que implica modificaciones de iluminación, superficies endurecidas y cercas.

• 12291 Barley Hill Road – ampliación de 1,351 pies cuadrados a una vivienda existente de 3,649 pies cuadrados, total de 5,000 pies cuadrados, más superficies endurecidas y la remoción de un roble que no es patrimonio
• 13867 Robleda Road – plan de pantallas paisajísticas para una residencia unifamiliar nueva aprobada, que incluye cambios en la iluminación exterior, superficies endurecidas, cerca y portón
• Ambos proyectos están categóricamente exentos de la revisión de CEQA

Finance & Investment Committee

El Comité de Finanzas e Inversiones revisará el borrador del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027, un estudio de tarifas de servicios de desarrollo y una propuesta de ordenanza para actualizar los umbrales de licitación bajo CUPCCAA. También escucharán una revisión del rendimiento de las inversiones para el trimestre que finaliza el 31 de marzo de 2026 y recibirán actualizaciones sobre actividades financieras y proyectos del pueblo. No se indican votos ni decisiones; estos puntos son para discusión y revisión.

• Revisión de la presentación del borrador del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 por el Director de Finanzas Leung
• Propuesta de ordenanza para actualizar los umbrales de licitación bajo CUPCCAA
• Revisión del Estudio de Tarifas de Servicios de Desarrollo con el Director de Desarrollo Comunitario
• Revisión del Rendimiento de las Inversiones para el trimestre que finaliza el 31 de marzo de 2026
• Actualización sobre los reembolsos del Proyecto El Monte Underground por parte de PG&E, Comcast y AT&T

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar la introducción de una ordenanza que revise los estándares de desarrollo multifamiliar en el código de zonificación y la adopción de una resolución para ajustar el Elemento de Uso de Suelo del Plan General. Después de la audiencia, el Concejo se reunirá en sesión cerrada para discutir el litigio existente en California Housing Defense Fund v. Town of Los Altos Hills.

• Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza que enmienda el Artículo 16 (Estándares de Desarrollo Multifamiliar) del código de zonificación
• Resolución para enmendar el Elemento de Uso de Suelo del Plan General para usos de suelo multifamiliares
• Conferencia en sesión cerrada con asesores legales sobre California Housing Defense Fund v. Town of Los Altos Hills (Caso No. 26CV491087)

The City Council approved an ordinance amending multi-family development standards and a corresponding General Plan amendment. The changes reduce the minimum lot size to 0.5 acres, adjust setbacks, and establish a 0.45 floor area ratio standard.

• Approved ordinance amending Article 16 (Multi-Family Development Standards)
• Adopted resolution amending Land Use Element of General Plan
• Reduced minimum multifamily lot size from 3.5 acres to 0.5 acres
• Retained 10-acre maximum site size
• Reduced setbacks adjacent to single-family zoning from 60 feet to 35 feet
• Established 35-foot front, 10-foot side, and 20-foot rear setbacks adjacent to multi-family uses
• Removed 25-foot overlay setback requirement
• Removed average unit size requirement and unit mix standards

Fast Track/Site Development

La ciudad de Los Altos Hills ha cancelado su audiencia pública semanal de Fast Track/Site Development programada para el 28 de abril de 2026. No se considerarán puntos en esta reunión. Se proporcionan instrucciones para la participación en futuras audiencias.

• Reunión cancelada; no hay solicitudes ni decisiones en la agenda

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

El Comité de Parques, Recreación y Eventos Comunitarios revisará los borradores de las actas y coordinará voluntarios para la renovación del contrato de la Little League de Los Altos/Los Altos Hills. Los miembros discutirán los siguientes pasos para las canchas de pickleball, el tenis de mesa en el centro comunitario y las actualizaciones de uso múltiple de Heritage House. Estos elementos de planificación determinan la programación de la recreación local, el acceso a las instalaciones y la logística de los eventos comunitarios para los residentes.

• Coordinación de voluntarios para la renovación del contrato de la Little League de Los Altos/Los Altos Hills
• Siguientes pasos para el desarrollo de canchas de pickleball
• Actualizaciones sobre el tenis de mesa en el centro comunitario
• Discusión de uso múltiple para el uso comunitario de Heritage House
• Planificación para el 2026 Pathway Run Picnic y el Hopping Hounds Shredding Event

The committee coordinated logistics for the SVCE Dream Home exhibit and the May 9th Pathways Run. Discussions were held regarding pickleball court funding and a table tennis proposal, though the latter was put on hold. The May 25th meeting was cancelled.

• Planned SVCE Dream Home exhibit for upcoming picnic
• Confirmed Pathways Run registration staff for May 9th
• Proposed ad hoc committee for pickleball courts funded by private donors
• Decided to hold off on Community Center table tennis proposal
• Cancelled May 25th meeting; rescheduled for June 1st

Pathways Committee

El Comité de Senderos escuchará actualizaciones sobre varios proyectos de senderos, incluyendo las avenidas Summerhill y Magdalena, y discutirá cómo hacer que los caminos fuera de carretera sean más resistentes a la erosión. El comité también considerará el uso de fondos de la Medida B para la divulgación promocional y una auditoría de precisión de GIS/senderos, revisará propiedades en múltiples direcciones y discutirá un caso de código en 28545 Matadero Creek Lane. También está en la agenda un nombramiento para el Comité Asesor de Bicicletas y Peatones de la VTA por un término de dos años.

• Revisiones de propiedades: 12800 Alto Verde Lane, 26500 Conejo Court, 13891 Ciceroni Lane, 28155 Christopher’s Lane, 14210 Berry Hill Court, 27210 Altamont Road
• Discusión sobre el financiamiento de la Medida B para la divulgación promocional y la auditoría de GIS de los senderos
• Caso de código en 28545 Matadero Creek Lane
• Nombramiento para el Comité Asesor de Bicicletas y Peatones de la VTA por un término de dos años
• Actualizaciones de senderos: Summerhill Avenue, Magdalena Avenue, Altamont-Moody a Corbetta Lane, Old Page Mill Road a Christopher Lane

The Pathways Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Town Council move forward with the Magdalena Avenue pathway development while continuing to work with affected residents. Residents expressed concerns about vegetation removal, notification timing, and budget efficiency. The committee also proposed a site visit, maintaining an existing non-compliant path, and reconsidering future notification processes.

• Recommended council move forward on Magdalena Avenue pathway, working with residents (unanimous)
• Proposed staff site visit to properties on Magdalena within the week
• Proposed maintaining current non-compliant path at 10285 Magdalena during development
• Proposed sending resident concerns to council for May 14 meeting
• Proposed reconsidering future notification processes for major developments
• Recommended additional "bikes slow down" and ROW sign at top of Julietta (Chaparral)
• Recommended modification of signs at Byrne Preserve and bike safety sign at Ginzton intersection
• Cancelled May monthly meeting, postponed to June (unanimous)

Environmental Initiatives Committee

Esta es una reunión rutinaria del Comité de Iniciativas Ambientales. Los miembros votarán sobre las actas de marzo, discutirán la planificación del picnic y escucharán actualizaciones de los subcomités de divulgación, Foothill College y seguimiento de la electrificación. No hay decisiones políticas importantes ni partidas financieras en la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo
• Discusión de la planificación del picnic
• Actualización del subcomité de divulgación
• Actualización del subcomité de Foothill College
• Actualización del subcomité de seguimiento de la electrificación

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará enmendar su recomendación anterior sobre los estándares de desarrollo multifamiliar, específicamente los requisitos de tamaño y mezcla de unidades. También discutirá si el área del sótano cuenta para el tamaño máximo de las unidades de vivienda accesorias (ADUs) y si los sótanos están permitidos dentro del retroceso de 30 pies. Adicionalmente, la comisión discutirá y dará instrucciones al personal sobre la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda.

• Posible enmienda a la recomendación del 13 de abril de 2026 sobre los requisitos de tamaño y mezcla de unidades multifamiliares
• Interpretación del código: si el área del sótano cuenta para el tamaño máximo de ADU y si los sótanos están permitidos dentro del retroceso de 30 pies
• Discusión y dirección sobre la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda
• Informes sobre permisos de desarrollo de sitios pasados: piscina en 27855 Moody Road (aprobado), paisaje en 10701 Magdalena Road (aprobado), paisaje en 11035 Magdalena Avenue (por determinar)

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo del Sitio llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para decidir sobre un permiso de desarrollo del sitio para mejoras de paisajismo en 11035 Magdalena Avenue. El proyecto incluye plantación, riego, iluminación, 360 yardas cúbicas de nivelación y superficies duras. El proyecto está categóricamente exento de la revisión de CEQA.

• Dirección del proyecto: 11035 Magdalena Avenue, Archivo #SD25-0033
• Alcance: mejoras de paisajismo que incluyen plantación, riego, iluminación de paisaje y superficies duras
• Nivelación: 360 yardas cúbicas de corte y relleno
• CEQA: Exención Categórica según la Sección 15304(b)

History Committee

El Comité de Historia de Los Altos Hills escuchará actualizaciones sobre varios sitios y proyectos históricos, incluyendo la Heritage House, la Martha Lyn Water Tower y los Shumate Brick Pillars. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la aprobación de las actas de reuniones pasadas y la discusión de una presentación de otoño. El comité también considerará una solicitud de fondos para la jornada de puertas abiertas de la Heritage House como parte de la celebración del 70.º aniversario de la ciudad.

• Actualización sobre Heritage House (sitio histórico)
• Actualización sobre Martha Lyn Water Tower en Fremont Hills
• 70.º Aniversario – planes para la jornada de puertas abiertas de Heritage House y solicitud de fondos
• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones de septiembre, octubre, enero y febrero
• Discusión sobre la señalización de los Heritage Oak Trees en Byrne Preserve

The committee approved a motion to place the Martha Lynn Water Tower on the May 14th Council Agenda to seek designation as a national landmark. The committee also approved the minutes for March and discussed plans for a fall presentation celebrating the DeAnza Trek.

• Approved motion to ask Council to designate Martha Lynn Water Tower as a national landmark (5-0)
• Approved March meeting minutes by consensus
• Discussed plans for fall presentation celebrating DeAnza Trek 250th anniversary
• Discussed Heritage House maintenance and cupola status

Joint Los Altos - Los Altos Hills Community Volunteer Service Awards

Esta reunión del comité de Premios al Servicio Voluntario Comunitario Conjunto de Los Altos - Los Altos Hills es primordialmente organizativa, centrándose en la planificación de la ceremonia de premios del 4 de diciembre de 2026. Los puntos incluyen la aprobación de las actas de una reunión anterior y la discusión de la logística del evento, como el catering, las reservas, ideas para los oradores y los materiales de los premios. No hay decisiones de política ni compromisos financieros en la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión especial del 16 de marzo de 2026
• Evento programado para el viernes 4 de diciembre de 2026 en el Grand Oak Room, Los Altos Community Center
• Acuerdo de catering con Party Helpers (Laura, Lindsay, Arachana)
• Discusión de los videos propuestos para el orador y los premiados
• Laura solicitó pedir a los City Managers apoyo de personal y fondos para el evento

City Council

Esta es una reunión especial del Concejo Municipal de Los Altos Hills. El concejo llevará a cabo una sesión cerrada para discutir la posición de City Manager (empleo público) y el litigio existente en el caso California Housing Defense Fund v. Town of Los Altos Hills. Después de la sesión cerrada, el concejo informará cualquier acción y se suspenderá la sesión. No hay otras decisiones sustantivas ni audiencias públicas en la agenda.

• Sesión cerrada para el empleo público del City Manager (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Sesión cerrada por litigio: California Housing Defense Fund v. Town of Los Altos Hills (Caso No. 26CV491087)
• Comentario público limitado a los temas objeto de la reunión especial
• Reunión programada para las 7:30 A.M. con clausura a las 10:00 P.M. a menos que se extienda

The City Council met to discuss the City Manager position but adjourned to closed session. Upon reconvening, the City Attorney reported no reportable actions from the session. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adjourned to closed session to discuss City Manager
• No reportable actions from closed session
• Meeting adjourned

City Council

El Concejo Municipal discutirá y potencialmente proporcionará dirección sobre las tarifas de vivienda inclusiva y la política relacionada bajo los Programas del Elemento de Vivienda A-6 y E-11. Otras acciones incluyen la adopción de una ordenanza que modifica las regulaciones de ADU, la autorización de la compra de dos vehículos eléctricos para servicios de mantenimiento (que no excedan los $190,000), y la presentación de una ordenanza para aumentar los salarios de los concejales a $950 por mes. Se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el aumento salarial. El concejo también considerará un borrador de medida de iniciativa relacionado con las 'Green Sheets' y una política de interrupción de reuniones híbridas.

• Discutir la política de vivienda inclusiva y la tarifa de impacto residencial (Programas del Elemento de Vivienda A-6 y E-11)
• Adoptar la ordenanza que modifica las regulaciones de ADU (Título 10, Capítulo 1)
• Autorizar la compra de dos vehículos eléctricos para servicios de mantenimiento ($190,000)
• Presentar la ordenanza que aumenta los salarios de los concejales a $950/mes (audiencia pública)
• Considerar el borrador de la medida de iniciativa relacionado con las 'Green Sheets'

The City Council voted 5-0 to approve the consent calendar, which included adopting an ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, authorizing bidding for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Repair and Replacement Project, and approving the auction of two old vehicles and purchase of two electric vehicles for up to $190,000. Separately, Council appointed William Manche as the 2026 Poet Laureate (5-0). In closed session, the Council appointed an ad hoc subcommittee of Councilmember Swan and Vice Mayor Tyson to negotiate the City Manager's contract. Item 5J (automatic notification software contract) was removed from the agenda and continued to a future meeting.

• Appointed William Manche as 2026 Poet Laureate (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending ADU regulations (5-0)
• Authorized bidding for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Repair and Replacement Project (5-0)
• Approved auction/donation of two vehicles and purchase of two EVs up to $190,000 (5-0)
• Accepted 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (5-0)
• Approved Fast Track application at 26918 Dezahara Way (5-0)
• Approved adding a regular meeting on May 14 and canceling May 21 meeting (5-0)
• Appointed ad hoc subcommittee (Swan and Tyson) for City Manager contract negotiation (closed session)

City Council

Esta reunión especial del Concejo Municipal de Los Altos Hills se convoca principalmente para una sesión cerrada con el fin de deliberar con el asesor legal sobre litigios previstos, con una exposición significativa a litigios (un caso). La agenda incluye comentarios públicos limitados a ese punto y un informe de la sesión cerrada. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos programados.

• Sesión cerrada: Conferencia con el Asesor Legal – Litigios Previstos, Exposición Significativa a Litigios (un caso)

The Los Altos Hills City Council held a special meeting on April 16, 2026, primarily to adjourn to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. Public comments raised concerns about the lack of transparency in the agenda description and potential Brown Act violations. After closed session, the city attorney reported that the council provided direction but no reportable action was taken.

• Adjourned to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (5-0)
• No reportable action taken after closed session

Technology Committee

El Comité de Tecnología escuchará una presentación del proveedor Readyly sobre un bot de AMA para el sitio web municipal, evaluará el software de programación de inspecciones y recibirá actualizaciones de conectividad para el Ayuntamiento. Los subcomités informarán sobre la IA y la redundancia de energía. La reunión también incluye comentarios públicos y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Presentación de Readyly sobre el bot de AMA del sitio web municipal (proveedor)
• Evaluación del software de programación de inspecciones con Behrouz Amirbadvy y Cody Einfalt
• Actualización de LAH/Foothill/Hidden Villa/LAHCF para la conectividad del Ayuntamiento
• Informe y discusión del subcomité de IA
• Informe y discusión del subcomité de redundancia de energía

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

El Comité de Diseño y Protección Ambiental discutirá y votará sobre las actualizaciones de la ordenanza de cercas para los Estándares de Diseño Objetivo en el Elemento de Vivienda, y revisará la posible apertura al público de la Renovación de Heritage House el 1 de mayo. Otros puntos incluyen informes de visitas de campo, revisiones de desarrollo de sitios y proyectos de subgrupos sobre corredores de vida silvestre, césped artificial y paisajismo contra incendios. No hay decisiones de financiamiento importantes ni nuevas ordenanzas en la agenda más allá de las discusiones continuas.

• Discusión y votación sobre las actualizaciones de la ordenanza de cercas para los Estándares de Diseño Objetivo del Elemento de Vivienda (requiere contrataciones adicionales)
• Renovación de Heritage House – posible apertura al público el 1 de mayo; las plantaciones de la zona 0 serán trasplantadas al seto norte
• Jardín de Plantas Nativas – $25k aprobados; riego reiniciado; se está considerando el financiamiento mediante subvenciones
• Informes de visitas de campo para las direcciones: 26140 Duval Way, 14554 De Bell Road, 28155 Christopher Lane, 13867 Robleda Road, 27855 Moody Rd, 11035 Magdalena, 27390 Deer Springs Way
• Revisiones de desarrollo de sitios: cribado de paisaje de 12871 Atherton Ct.; 26918 Dezahara Way

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo de Sitios de la ciudad de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 14 de abril de 2026 para considerar dos solicitudes de permisos. Una es para una piscina y spa en 27855 Moody Road, la otra para mejoras de pantallas paisajísticas en 10701 Magdalena Road. Ambos proyectos están categóricamente exentos de la revisión de CEQA.

• Expediente #SD26-0014: Permiso de Desarrollo de Sitio para una piscina de 550 sq ft con spa y terraza en 27855 Moody Road (Lands of Davidian).
• Expediente #SD25-0046: Permiso de Desarrollo de Sitio para pantallas paisajísticas, iluminación, superficies duras, valla y puerta en 10701 Magdalena Road (Lands of Ng).
• Ambos proyectos están categóricamente exentos de CEQA (Secciones 15303(e) y 15304(b)).
• Los solicitantes deben estar presentes o representados; de lo contrario, la audiencia podría reprogramarse.

Fast Track/Site Development

El Comité de Desarrollo del Sitio llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre dos permisos de desarrollo del sitio: una piscina de 550 pies cuadrados con spa y plataforma adjuntos en 27855 Moody Road (Expediente #SD26-0014), y un plan de pantallas paisajísticas con iluminación, superficies duras, valla y puerta en 10701 Magdalena Road (Expediente #SD25-0046) para una residencia previamente aprobada. Ambos proyectos están categóricamente exentos bajo CEQA.

• Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio para una piscina de 550 pies cuadrados con spa y plataforma de piscina en 27855 Moody Road (Planificador del Proyecto: Jonathan Fox)
• Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio para pantallas paisajísticas que incluyen iluminación exterior, superficies duras, valla y puerta en 10701 Magdalena Road para la residencia aprobada SD22-0042 (Planificadora del Proyecto: Bageshri Thakar)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre la renovación por 10 años de una instalación inalámbrica de T-Mobile, una varianza para la cobertura de ADU y una resolución que recomienda enmiendas a los estándares de desarrollo multifamiliar y al Plan General. También analizarán las actualizaciones de ADU y SB 9 para la conformidad con la ley estatal y la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda.

• Audiencia pública sobre la renovación por 10 años de la instalación inalámbrica de T-Mobile en 26140 Duval Way (CUP24-0004)
• Audiencia pública sobre la varianza para permitir retroactivamente 1,762 sq ft de cobertura y un patio/pasarela pavimentada en 12000 Kate Drive (VAR25-0012)
• Consideración de la resolución que recomienda enmiendas al Artículo 16 (Estándares de Desarrollo Multifamiliar) y las enmiendas correspondientes al Plan General
• Discusión y directrices sobre el desarrollo de ADU y las actualizaciones de SB 9 para la conformidad con la ley estatal
• Discusión y directrices sobre la implementación del Elemento de Vivienda

City Council

Esta es una reunión especial con un único punto de sesión cerrada: la discusión del empleo del Administrador Municipal bajo la Sección 54957 del Código de Gobierno. No hay otras decisiones ni audiencias públicas en la agenda. La reunión finalizará a las 10:00 p.m.

• Sesión cerrada: Empleo Público – Administrador Municipal (Gov. Code § 54957)

The City Council held a special meeting at 8:00 A.M. on April 10, 2026, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session under Government Code Section 54957 to discuss the position of City Manager. Upon reconvening, the City Attorney reported that there were no reportable actions from the closed session. No ordinances, contracts, or other decisions were made during the open session.

Open Space Committee

El Comité de Espacios Abiertos revisará múltiples solicitudes de planificación de sitios para piscinas, paisajismo y una ADU en propiedades que incluyen 11035 Magdalena Road, 27390 Deer Springs Way y otras. También discutirán una servidumbre propuesta en 27285 Elena Road y el tema de las cenizas (cremains) en Byrne Preserve. También están programadas actualizaciones sobre permisos de cercas, solicitudes SB9 y el jardín de plantas nativas en el Ayuntamiento.

• Revisiones de sitios de planificación: 11035 Magdalena Rd (paisajismo), 27390 Deer Springs Way (ADU/piscina), 27855 Moody Rd (superficies duras/piscina), 23100 Encinal Ct (piscina de borde infinito), 13961 Fremont Pines Ln (piscina/superficies duras, permiso de invasión)
• Discusión sobre la servidumbre propuesta en 27285 Elena Road
• Discusión sobre cenizas en Byrne Preserve
• Revisiones de permisos de cercas y actualizaciones de solicitudes SB9
• Actualización sobre plantación/cercado en Byrne Preserve para la mitigación de Matadero Creek

The Open Space Committee reviewed site plans for several properties and recommended specific landscaping changes, including the use of native plants and easement adjustments. The committee also discussed a potential interim chair and a grant application for a native plant garden.

• Approved counter proposal for 27285 Elena Road (all in favor)
• Recommended open space easement for 27390 Deer Springs Way (all in favor)
• Recommended pool location for 27855 Moody Road (all in favor)
• Recommended no comments for 23100 Encinal Court (all in favor)
• Recommended no comments for 13961 Fremont Pines Lane (all in favor)
• Deferred acceptance of March meeting minutes to May
• Discussed cremains in Byrne Preserve with no objections
• Looking for interim chair as Anita Baldwin is out June and July

Technology Committee

La reunión ordinaria del Comité de Tecnología del 8 de abril de 2026 ha sido cancelada. Se ha programado una reunión especial para el 15 de abril de 2026. No se discutieron puntos del orden del día en esta reunión cancelada.

• Reunión ordinaria del 8 de abril cancelada
• Reunión especial programada para el 15 de abril de 2026

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

El Comité de Preparación y Respuesta ante Emergencias de Los Altos Hills revisará su plan de metas 2026-2028 y discutirá los planes del pueblo para los requisitos de espacio defendible y endurecimiento de viviendas en parcelas con múltiples designaciones de Zona de Severidad de Peligro de Incendio. El comité también considerará una solicitud para pedir al Concejo Municipal que reconsidere el apoyo al proyecto de ley de seguridad contra incendios del estado AB 2517, y escuchará un informe sobre el impacto de la no renovación del contrato de Los Altos en Los Altos Hills.

• Revisión de las Metas y Proyectos del Comité 2026-2028
• Discusión de los planes del pueblo para el espacio defendible y el endurecimiento de viviendas en parcelas con múltiples designaciones de Zona de Severidad de Peligro de Incendio
• Consideración de la solicitud al Concejo Municipal para reconsiderar el apoyo al AB 2517 (proyecto de ley de seguridad contra incendios)
• Informe sobre el impacto de la no renovación del contrato de Los Altos en Los Altos Hills
• Informe del subcomité Ad Hoc de la Ordenanza de Incendios Forestales

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee voted 5-0-2 to recommend the City Council revisit its opposition and support AB 2517, which would require the State Fire Marshal to update fire hazard severity maps every 5 years and allow towns to increase hazard designations on parcels with multiple zones. The committee also approved a sound survey to assess audible emergency alerts, and approved the March 2026 meeting minutes.

• Recommended City Council support AB 2517 (5 of 7 passed)
• Approved Genasys sound survey for audible emergency notifications (5 of 7 passed)
• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (4 of 7 passed)

Fast Track/Site Development

La ciudad de Los Altos Hills llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar un Permiso de Desarrollo del Sitio para demoler una vivienda existente de un piso de 4,124 sq ft y construir una vivienda de un piso de 4,837 sq ft con una ADU adjunta de 963 sq ft y mejoras de paisajismo duro en 26918 Dezahara Way. El proyecto está categóricamente exento de CEQA.

• Demolición de la residencia existente de 4,124 sq ft y construcción de un reemplazo de 4,837 sq ft con ADU adjunta
• El área neta del lote es de 1.00 acre con una pendiente promedio del 16.7%
• Los puntos de Fast Track se calcularon en 8 (por debajo del umbral de 15 puntos)
• El Comité de Diseño y Protección Ambiental comentó sobre el cribado natural, el acabado exterior, la iluminación y la nivelación
• El Comité de Espacios Abiertos no proporcionó comentarios adicionales; los comentarios del Comité de Senderos están pendientes

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance & Investment Committee will hear an informational presentation on an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, a potential residential in‑lie and impact fee, and related housing policy. It will also review the Development Services Fee Study, consider a proposal from MAZE and Associates for audit services covering fiscal years 2026‑2030, and receive updates on various finance activities such as excessive building fees, reimbursements from PG&E, Comcast and AT&T, and a CAP fee comparative analysis.

• Presentation on Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and possible residential in‑lie or impact fee
• Review of Development Services Fee Study
• Proposal from MAZE and Associates for audit services (FY 2026‑2030)
• Report on excessive building fees status and reimbursements from PG&E, Comcast, AT&T
• CAP Fee comparative analysis for FY’24 and FY’25

The committee unanimously approved the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes. It heard presentations on inclusionary housing impact fees and a user fee study and asked staff to provide additional cost and comparison data. The committee recommended that Council consider a five‑year audit contract with Maze, but no vote was taken. No other actions were decided.

• Approved February 24, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Los Altos Hills Planning Commission will approve two prior meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on a transformer variance at 28155 Christopher’s Lane and 26023 Alicante Lane, and continue a resolution recommending amendments to multi‑family development standards to the April 13 special meeting. The agenda also includes an informational presentation on an inclusionary housing ordinance and a potential residential impact fee, and a resolution to adopt reasonable accommodation procedures for land‑use decisions. Staff will discuss housing element implementation and provide reports from commissioners.

• Approve Dec 4 2025 and Dec 17 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Public hearing on transformer variance at 28155 Christopher’s Lane and 26023 Alicante Lane
• Continue resolution on multi‑family development standards amendment to April 13 special meeting
• Informational presentation on inclusionary housing ordinance and potential impact fee
• Consider resolution to adopt reasonable accommodation procedures for land‑use decisions

Fast Track/Site Development

The Site Development Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 4,124‑sq‑ft single‑family house and construction of a new 4,837‑sq‑ft residence with a 963‑sq‑ft ADU at 26918 Dezahara Way. The proposal includes associated hardscape improvements, parking, and grading. The committee will review comments from the Environmental Design and Protection Committee and the Open Space Committee. The hearing will be conducted in person at the Duxbury Conference Room and via Zoom.

• Demolition of a 4,124‑sq‑ft single‑family residence at 26918 Dezahara Way
• Construction of a 4,837‑sq‑ft single‑family residence with attached garage and a 963‑sq‑ft ADU
• Parking provision of 5 spaces (3 in garage) meeting setback requirements
• Grading plan: 370 CY cut, 435 CY fill, 65 CY export
• CEQA review: Categorical Exemption under Section 15303(a)

City Council

The City Council convened a special meeting and moved to a closed session to discuss public‑employment matters concerning the City Manager, as allowed by Government Code Section 54957. The attorney reported that no actions were taken in the closed session. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Closed‑session discussion of public‑employment matters for the City Manager (Gov’t Code §54957)

The Los Altos Hills City Council met on March 30, 2026. The meeting was adjourned to closed session to discuss public employment, and the attorney reported no reportable actions. The council adjourned the meeting at 2:16 P.M. No substantive decisions were made.

Environmental Initiatives Committee

The committee will hold its regular meeting, approve February minutes, and discuss a grant from SVCE for the Town Public Works Department. It will also plan a community picnic, hear a presentation on a Diablo Canyon tour, receive updates from its outreach, Foothill College, and electrification subcommittees, and get a council update. No formal decisions are indicated; items are for discussion and information.

• SVCE Grant Discussion (Town PWD)
• Picnic Planning
• Diablo Canyon Tour Presentation
• Subcommittee Updates – Outreach, Foothill College, Tracking Electrification
• Council Update

The Environmental Initiatives Committee approved the minutes from the February regular meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were approved; the committee discussed EV‑truck options, picnic planning, and a Diablo Canyon tour, but those items were not decided.

• Approved February regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council and multiple town committees are meeting for a joint special session. The agenda consists of procedural items and training; the document states no decisions will be made and no action will be taken.

• Brown Act training provided by the City Attorney’s Office

Pathways Committee

The Pathways Committee will receive staff updates on several town pathways, including Chapparal, Summerhill Avenue, and Old Page Mill Road. They will review property files for 26918 Dezahara Way (File #SD25-0066) and 12425 Hilltop Drive (File #SD25-0069). New business includes discussion of a pathway impact fee for multifamily housing and the town's pathway website.

• Staff updates on Chapparal, Summerhill Avenue, Magdalena Avenue, and other pathways
• Property review: 26918 Dezahara Way (File #SD25-0066)
• Property review: 12425 Hilltop Drive (File #SD25-0069)
• New business: Pathway Impact Fee for Multifamily Housing
• New business: Town’s Pathway Website

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track public hearing scheduled for March 24, 2026. Applicants are instructed to attend future hearings either virtually via Zoom or in person at City Council Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road. Public comments may be submitted in advance by email to the planner or in person using a speaker card.

• Cancellation of the March 24, 2026 Fast Track / Site Development public hearing
• Future hearings may be attended in person at 26379 Fremont Road or via Zoom (link provided)
• Public comments can be submitted by email to the planner or in person with a speaker card

Pathways Committee

The Pathways Committee's regular meeting scheduled for March 23, 2026, was canceled. A special meeting is set for March 25, 2026.

• Regular meeting canceled
• Special meeting scheduled for March 25, 2026

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance and Investment Committee special meeting scheduled for March 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. Members of the public may submit writings to the Town Clerk’s office for inspection during normal business hours.

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Events Committee will review the draft minutes from the February 23 meeting and hear public comments. It will then discuss items such as the Pathways Run T‑shirt design, volunteer coordination, the Little League contract renewal, picnic planning, and updates to the pickle‑ball court and Heritage House use. The committee will also review upcoming events like Hoppin’ Hounds and the Shred Event. No final actions are indicated in the agenda.

• Pickle Ball Court next steps
• Heritage House Community Use: discussion regarding multi‑use update
• Volunteers for Ad Hoc Committee – Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Little League Contract Renewal
• Pathways Run T‑shirt and Logo Discussion
• Picnic 2026 Planning

City Council

The City Council will vote on a construction contract for road rehabilitation and various committee reappointments. The meeting includes public hearings on a school permit and updates to councilmember salaries and ADU regulations.

• Construction contract for FY25/26 Pavement Rehabilitation and Drainage Improvement Project to G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. for $1,103,936
• Conditional Use Permit and Variance for Pinewood School at 26800 Fremont Road
• Proposed ordinance to increase Councilmembers’ salaries to $950 a month
• Proposed ordinance amending Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations
• Resolution accepting donated architectural services from M Designs Architects for the Parks and Recreation Building

The City Council approved a construction contract for the FY25/26 pavement rehabilitation and drainage improvement project, authorizing $1,103,936 plus a $165,000 contingency. The consent calendar, excluding the AB 2517 support item, was approved unanimously. Several committee reappointments were also confirmed, and a motion to remove a salary amendment item failed in a tie vote.

• Approved $1,103,936 pavement rehab contract with $165,000 contingency (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar except ITEM L (AB 2517 support) (4-0)
• Reappointed Peter Brown to Open Space Committee (4-0)
• Reappointed Ameesh Divatia, Annie Ju, and George Lee to Technology Committee (4-0)
• Reappointed Sylvia Jensen to History Committee (4-0)
• Motion to remove ITEM 7B (council salary amendment) failed (2-2)
• Moved to remove ITEM L from consent calendar (motion succeeded as part of consent calendar approval) (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss personnel and legal matters in closed session. No public business items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager
• Closed session with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The council adjourned to a closed session to discuss public employment and anticipated litigation. The attorney reported that no reportable actions occurred in the closed session. The meeting was then adjourned.

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review site plans for new homes on Purissima Road and Snell Lane, discuss mitigation efforts at Byrne Preserve, and consider updates on creek protection and wildlife-friendly fencing.

• Review of site plans for 26500 Purissima Road and 26685 Snell Lane
• Presentation on 12778 Maria Lane
• Discussion on planting and fencing at Byrne Preserve
• Review of fence permit applications
• Discussion on creek protection and artificial turf restrictions

The committee accepted the February Open Space Committee minutes with all members in favor. It approved its recommendation for the 26500 Purissima Road site, including an open‑space easement, native‑plant landscaping, and a stinkwort removal condition. It also approved its recommendation for the 26685 Snell Lane site, recommending wildlife fencing, native‑plant landscaping, and the same stinkwort removal condition.

• Accepted February meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Open Space recommendation for 26500 Purissima Road (all in favor)
• Approved Open Space recommendation for 26685 Snell Lane (all in favor)

History Committee

The History Committee is meeting to review updates on several historical sites and digital archival needs. The body will discuss plans and funding requests for a Heritage House Open House to mark the town's 70th anniversary.

• Updates on Heritage House, Martha Lyn Water Tower, and Shumate Brick Pillars
• Funding request for 70th Anniversary Heritage House Open House
• Signage for Heritage Oak Trees in Bryne Preserve
• Digital archival needs update
• Landscaping at 12871 Atherton Court

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The request concerns a landscape screening plan for a previously approved single-family residence.

• Site Development Permit for 12871 Atherton Court (File #SD25-0078) regarding landscape screening, outdoor lighting, and fencing

Joint Los Altos - Los Altos Hills Community Volunteer Service Awards

The committee is meeting to coordinate assignments and logistics for the upcoming volunteer service awards. The body will review the final financial report from the 2025 event and vote on a catering contract.

• Vote on Party Helpers catering contract
• Review of 2025 Final Finance Report showing $19,510.76 total income and $18,806.77 total expense
• Confirmation of assignments for reservations, catering, programs, and awardee videos
• Approval of January 26, 2026 meeting minutes

Fast Track/Site Development

The Subdivision Committee will meet to gather preliminary information and public comment on a request to subdivide six parcels into 311 residential lots. This meeting is informational only, and no decisions will be made.

• Tentative Map request for Twin Oaks Court (File #TM26-0003) to subdivide 11.9 acres into 311 residential lots

Technology Committee

The Los Altos Hills Technology Committee will hear updates on town‑hall connectivity and review quotes for the Town Hall and Ascension projects. It will also receive vendor presentations from Readyly about the town website AMA bot and from Sunflower Labs about a drone partnership for Pal American. Sub‑committee reports on fire detection, artificial intelligence, and power redundancy will be discussed.

• Readyly presentation on the town website AMA bot
• LAH/Foothill/Hidden Villa/LAHCF update with Town Hall and Ascension project quotes
• Sunflower Labs presentation on drone partnership for Pal American
• Fire Detection and Prevention sub‑committee report
• AI sub‑committee report and discussion

Open Space Committee

The regular meeting scheduled for March 11, 2026, has been cancelled. A special meeting has been scheduled for March 18, 2026.

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design & Protection and Emergency Preparedness & Response Committees are holding a special meeting. The session includes a presentation and a field trip around Town Hall to evaluate Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) and defensible space issues.

• Presentation on HIZ by Captain Paige Russell from LAHCFD
• Field trip around Town Hall to consider defensible space issues

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee approved $25,000 for the Native Plant Garden project. The Heritage House renovation was scheduled to open on August 19 at 3 p.m. The committee also moved the EDPC officer election to August 4. Other items were discussed but no further decisions were recorded.

• Approved $25,000 for Native Plant Garden
• Set Heritage House renovation opening for Aug 19, 3 p.m.
• Rescheduled EDPC officer election to Aug 4

Fast Track/Site Development

The weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for March 10, 2026, has been cancelled. The provided document contains only the cancellation notice and procedural instructions for future meetings.

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design and Protection Committee will review site development reports, including Fast Track projects at 12291 Barley Hill Road and 13021 W. Loyola Drive, and discuss updates to the fence ordinance and native plant garden.

• Review of Fast Track projects at 12291 Barley Hill Road and 13021 W. Loyola Drive
• Discussion on updates to the fence ordinance for the Housing Element
• Approval of draft minutes from November 11, 2025, to February 10, 2026
• Review of Planning Commission reports including transformer issues and ADU regulations
• Native Plant Garden project with $25k approved for maintenance

The committee approved a $25,000 allocation for the Native Plant Garden project. It also approved the minutes from the Environmental Design and Protection Committee meetings held on Nov 11 2025, Jan 13 2026, and Feb 10 2026. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved $25,000 for Native Plant Garden (no vote tally provided)
• Approved EDPC meeting minutes dated Nov 11 2025, Jan 13 2026, Feb 10 2026 (no vote tally provided)

Planning Commission

The commission will approve the December 2025 regular and special meeting minutes and hold public hearings on two development applications. It will consider a resolution recommending an amendment to the town's Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance to align with State law. Additional agenda items include a basement ordinance interpretation discussion, fire‑hazard severity zone designations, and housing element implementation guidance.

• 26023 Alicante Lane – Site Development Permit and Variance for a pad‑mounted transformer near the property line (File #SD26-0010, #VAR25-0017)
• 27401 Edgerton Road – Retroactive Variance for a solid fence (withdrawn by applicant)
• Adoption of a resolution recommending amendment to the ADU ordinance and update to the Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) provisions
• Discussion of basement ordinance interpretation regarding bunker area and ceiling height exclusions
• Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) designations and enforcement framework for mixed FHSZ parcels

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee will approve minutes from the February meeting and hear a presentation on wildfire insurance risk. The meeting includes reports from the Town Council liaison, City Manager, Emergency Manager, and the Los Altos Hills County Fire District. Subcommittee updates on community outreach, health, mass notification, and communications will also be discussed.

• Presentation on Wildfire Insurance Risk (Neil Mielke)
• Update on EPRC‑EDPC Joint Subcommittee (Stewart)
• Town Council Liaison Report (Bhateja)
• City Manager's Report (Einfelt)
• Los Altos Hills County Fire District Report (Gluhan)

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee reviewed multiple reports on wildfire risk, emergency communications, and inter‑jurisdictional projects. No formal votes were taken; the approval of the February 2026 minutes was deferred to the next meeting. Action items were assigned for ordinance review, educational outreach, and fiber‑optic connection decisions.

• Postponed approval of February 2026 minutes to next month

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills Planning Commission will hold a Fast Track public hearing to consider Site Development Permit File #SD25-0034 for a 2,413‑sq‑ft three‑story addition, a detached garage, and a pool at 10225 W Loyola Drive. The proposal includes removal of two non‑heritage oak trees and one heritage oak tree and requests increased setbacks and building height beyond the standard limits. The Environmental Design & Protection Committee noted concerns about possible code violations and the three‑story element, while the Open Space Committee recommended an easement on the northeastern portion of the property. Public comment will be taken before a decision is made.

• Site Development Permit for a 2,413‑sq‑ft three‑story addition, detached garage, and pool
• Removal of two non‑heritage oak trees and one heritage oak tree
• Request for increased front, side, and rear setbacks and building height up to 31‑ft‑11‑in
• CEQA categorical exemption per Section 15301(e)
• Open Space Committee recommendation for an easement on the northeastern portion of the lot

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance and Investment Committee regular meeting scheduled for March 2, 2026, was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The public may inspect any submitted writings at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours.

Environmental Initiatives Committee

The Environmental Initiatives Committee will approve the minutes from the January meeting, hear public comments, and receive presentations on the Bay Area Air District open seat and a Diablo Canyon tour. Subcommittees will report on outreach, Foothill College collaborations, and electrification tracking. The council will provide an update and the committee will consider agenda items for the next meeting.

• Bay Area Air District Board: Open Seat presentation
• Diablo Canyon Tour Presentation
• Subcommittee Outreach update
• Foothill College board presentations (1, 2)
• Tracking Electrification update

The Environmental Initiatives Committee approved the minutes from the January regular meeting, with the motion moved by Steve, seconded by April, and passed unanimously. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded at the February 26 meeting. Items such as the Diablo Canyon tour presentation were postponed, and updates on electrification and housing were discussed.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance & Investment Committee will approve the January 5 minutes, review the PFM investment performance for the quarter ending December 31, 2025, and receive a mid-year budget update from Finance Director Leung. The committee will also hear reports on finance activities such as excessive building fees, reimbursements for the El Monte Underground Project, uncollectible account receivables, and upcoming policy studies. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Investment Performance Review for quarter ending December 31, 2025 – presented by Justin Resuello, PFM
• Mid-year Budget Update – presented by Finance Director Leung
• Report on excessive building fees
• Final accounting of El Monte Underground Project reimbursements by PG&E, Comcast, and AT&T
• Work Plan – internal purchasing policy for goods, services, and public works projects

The Finance & Investment Committee approved the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee heard a quarterly financial review from PFM Asset Management and a mid‑year budget update from the Finance Director. Future meeting dates were announced, including a special FIC meeting on March 23, 2026 and FY 27 budget sessions in May. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled special Finance & Investment Committee meeting for March 23, 2026
• Scheduled Draft FY 27 Budget presentation for May 4, 2026
• Scheduled joint Council‑FIC FY 27 Budget meeting for May 15, 2026

Pathways Committee

The Pathways Committee will review staff updates on several town pathways, discuss chaparral pathway issues, and examine property matters at 10701 Magdalena Road, 26500 Conejo Court, 27401 Edgerton Road, and a bike restriction on Chaparral Way. The committee will vote on adding John Lewis and removing Mike Henshaw as members, consider adding pathway loops to GIS maps, and recruit new members. Public presentations are allowed on topics not on the agenda, limited to two minutes each.

• Vote on adding John Lewis to the Pathways Committee and removing Mike Henshaw
• Discuss chaparral pathway issues and propose options
• Review and approve minutes for the December 15 Pathways Committee meeting
• Property review of 10701 Magdalena Road, 26500 Conejo Court, 27401 Edgerton Road, and Chaparral Way bike restriction
• Add pathway loops to GIS pathway maps and verify GIS update accuracy

The committee moved the Chaparral issue to the top of the agenda and approved the January 23 minutes. A motion to add signage on Chaparral and forward it to the Town Council passed unanimously. The committee approved property recommendations for Magdalena Road and Conejo Court and agreed that planning will email site plans to members before meetings. Members voted to remove Mike Henshaw from the committee, and the GIS pathway‑map update was tabled until next month.

• Moved Chaparral issue to top of agenda (all in favor)
• Approved January 23 Pathways Committee minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Chaparral signage proposal to be sent to Town Council (all in favor)
• Recommended roughening Magdalena Road driveway for horses and showing pathway on site plan (all in favor)
• Conditioned approval of 26500 Conejo Court to bring bordering pathway up to code (all in favor)
• Approved planning to email site plans to all committee members before meetings (all in favor)
• Removed Mike Henshaw from Pathways Committee (all in favor)
• Tabled GIS pathway‑map update and verification until next month

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Events Committee will review draft minutes and hear public comment before discussing a range of active business items. Topics include badminton court access at Gunn High School, renewal of the Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Little League contract, planning for the 70th anniversary celebrations, picnic and pathway run events, next steps for a new pickle‑ball court, and a multi‑use update for Heritage House. The committee will also begin planning the first half of 2026 events.

• Gunn High School: Badminton court access
• Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Little League contract renewal
• Pickle Ball Court next steps
• Heritage House community use; multi‑use update discussion
• Planning first half of 2026 events

The committee appointed Noah as the new point of contact, taking over from Emina. The draft for the January meeting was postponed and will be reconsidered in March. Planning for the town's 70th anniversary celebrations was also tabled for the time being.

• Appointed Noah as contact in place of Emina
• Tabled review of the January meeting draft until March
• Tabled 70th anniversary celebrations planning
• Yibin volunteered for the Little League Fields ad‑hoc committee
• Mukta volunteered for the Hopping Hounds event

Fast Track/Site Development

The weekly Site Development / Fast Track public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026 was cancelled. Applicants are instructed to attend future hearings either virtually via Zoom or in person at City Council Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road.

• Cancellation of the Feb 17, 2026 Site Development / Fast Track public hearing
• Future hearings can be attended virtually using the Zoom link http://bit.ly/SiteDevelopmentHearing (Meeting ID 864 7719 6354, Passcode 398572)
• In‑person attendance location: City Council Chambers, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022

History Committee

The History Committee will discuss updates on several historic sites, including Heritage House, the Martha Lyn Water Tower in Fremont Hills, and the Shumate Brick Pillars. It will receive a report on signage for the Heritage Oak Trees in Bryne Preserve and an update on the 70th anniversary open house for Heritage House, which includes a request for funding. The committee will also consider approval of the September, October, and January meeting minutes and other agenda items such as article ideas for the town newsletter and landscaping at 12871 Atherton Court.

• Update on Heritage House and request for funds for its 70th anniversary open house
• Update on Martha Lyn Water Tower, Fremont Hills
• Update on Shumate Brick Pillars
• Update on signage for Heritage Oak Trees in Bryne Preserve
• Approval of September, October & January meeting minutes

The History Committee voted to have the Planning Department forward the Page & Turnbull Report to the Town Council for landmark designation of the Martha Lynn Water Tank House. The motion was moved by Bernardo, seconded by Sylvia, and passed with affirmative votes from Bernardo, Sylvia, Patty and Carol. The committee also approved a condition of approval for 10225 West Loyola Drive requiring historical information and photos for the town’s records, and approved Siobhan Korman as an associate member.

• Approved recommendation to send report to Council for Martha Lynn Water Tank House landmark designation (Bernardo, Sylvia, Patty, Carol voted yes)
• Approved condition of approval for 10225 West Loyola Drive to provide historical info and photos (Bernardo, Sylvia, Patty, Carol voted yes)
• Approved Siobhan Korman as an associate member of the History Committee (Bernardo, Sylvia, Patty, Carol voted yes)

Technology Committee

The Technology Committee will meet to discuss 2026 goals regarding fire detection and mitigation. The body will also review potential town operations enhancements, including an AMA chatbot and automated plan checks.

• Fire Detection and Mitigation discussion
• Town Operations Enhancements including AMA chatbot and automated plan checks
• LAH/Foothill/Hidden Villa/LAHCF update

The committee approved the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved three ad‑hoc committees: one to implement AI (members Rajesh, Andreas, John), one to assist with fire detection and mitigation (members Annie, Ameesh), and one to promote energy resilience (members George, Andreas). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Formed Ad Hoc Committee to implement AI with members Rajesh, Andreas, John (unanimously)
• Formed Ad Hoc Committee to assist with Fire Detection and Mitigation with members Annie, Ameesh (unanimously)
• Formed Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Energy Resilience with members George, Andreas (unanimously)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will conduct site reviews for five properties and review a fence encroachment variance. The body will also discuss updates on fire mitigation easement language and bench policy.

• Site reviews for 10225 W. Loyola Drive, 26918 Dezahara Way, 12871 Atherton Court, 12991 Barley Hill Road, and 12425 Hilltop Drive
• Fence encroachment variance review for 27401 Edgerton Road
• Discussion on planting and fencing at Byrne Preserve for Matadero Creek mitigation
• Review of recent SB9 applications
• Updates from ad hoc committees on bench policy and fire mitigation easement language

The committee accepted the minutes from the January regular and special meetings. It reappointed two members, Viggy Mokkarala and Anita Baldwin. It approved open‑space easements, wildlife‑friendly fencing, native‑plant landscaping, and a required Stinkwort removal condition for multiple development properties. It also approved a recommendation on a fence variance at 27401 Edgerton Road.

• Accepted January 2026 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted January 16 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Viggy Mokkarala and Anita Baldwin to the committee (unanimous)
• Approved open‑space easement and Stinkwort removal condition for 10225 W. Loyola Drive (motion RC, second PB, all in favor)
• Approved open‑space easement around fault line and Stinkwort removal condition for 26918 Dezahara Way (motion PB, second EB, all in favor)
• Approved wildlife‑friendly fencing and easement recommendations for 12871 Atherton Court (motion PB, second AB, all in favor)
• Approved landscaping and Stinkwort removal condition for 12991 Barley Hill Road (motion AB, second PB, all in favor)
• Approved recommendation that owner of 27401 Edgerton Road follow city fence rules (motion PB, second AB, all in favor)

Fast Track/Site Development

The Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, has been cancelled. This agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and procedural information for future meetings.

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee will review and approve site‑development fast‑track projects that have received CEQA categorical exemptions, including tree removal at 27890 Via Feliz and 26388 Ginny Lane. The committee will also discuss updates to the fence ordinance tied to the Housing Element and consider old‑business items such as the Heritage House renovation and native‑plant garden maintenance. New business includes approval of the November 11, 2025, and January 13, 2026, EDPC meeting minutes.

• Approve CEQA categorical exemption for 27890 Via Feliz – removal of 18 non‑heritage oak trees and 2 heritage oak trees (File #SD25-0042)
• Approve CEQA categorical exemption for 26388 Ginny Lane – removal of 17 non‑heritage oak trees and 1 heritage oak tree (File #SD25-0064)
• Review CEQA exemptions for 13021 North Alta Lane (File #SD25-0005) and 11778 Maria Lane (File #SD25-0031)
• Discuss and vote on updates to the fence ordinance for the Objective Design Standards in the Housing Element
• Approve EDPC meeting minutes from Nov 11, 2025, and Jan 13, 2026

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee approved $25,000 to fund a native plant garden. It also approved categorical exemptions under CEQA for four site‑development projects. The minutes from the November 11 2025 and January 13 2026 EDPC meetings were approved. No other items were denied or postponed.

• Approved $25,000 funding for native plant garden
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for 27890 Via Feli z (File #SD25-0042)
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for 26388 Ginny Lan e (File #SD25-0064)
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for 13021 North Alta Lane (File #SD25-0005)
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for 11778 Maria Lane (File #SD25-0031)
• Approved minutes from Nov 11 2025 and Jan 13 2026 EDPC meetings

City Council

The Los Altos Hills City Council will meet to approve a $100,000 chipper purchase, adopt a two-year work plan, and discuss emergency management services and council stipend adjustments.

• Approval of chipper purchase not to exceed $100,000
• Adoption of 2026–2027 Two-Year City Council Work Plan
• Discussion on Emergency Management Services and job classifications
• Discussion on adjustments to City Council Member Stipend
• Update on Town Hall HVAC Replacement Emergency Project

The council approved the appointment of resident John Lewis to the Los Altos Hills Pathways Committee with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The council also reappointed Anita Baldwin and Viggy Mokkarala to the Open Space Committee for another four‑year term, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Appointed John Lewis to Pathways Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Anita Baldwin to Open Space Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Viggy Mokkarala to Open Space Committee (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit and variances for a school expansion at Pinewood School and a site development permit for a new residence with a basement at 26500 Conejo Court. The agenda also includes the approval of past meeting minutes and ongoing discussions on housing ordinances.

• Approval of draft minutes from August through October 2025
• Conditional Use Permit for Pinewood School expansion (File #CUP25-0004)
• Site Development Permit for 26500 Conejo Court residence (File #SD25-0015)
• Discussion on ADU and SB-9 ordinance draft amendments
• Discussion on Housing Element implementation

City Council

The Los Altos Hills City Council will conduct a study session on council priority setting and the 2026‑2027 work plan. Public comment will be accepted only on items that are the subject of this special meeting. The meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Study session on council priority setting and 2026‑2027 work plan
• Public comment limited to items on the special meeting agenda

The council met to review and prioritize the 2026‑2027 work plan. Members discussed public‑comment timing, staff‑hour estimates, and various projects such as heat‑pump rebates, historic preservation funding, and impact‑fee studies. No motions were voted on, and no items were formally approved, denied, or tabled.

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

The committee will review and approve the December and January meeting minutes, hear reports from the fire district, town council liaison, city manager, and emergency manager, and discuss updates to the Hazard Mitigation Plan, Disaster Council meeting, and Super Bowl emergency plan. Subcommittee updates on community outreach, medical & environmental health, mass notification, town emergency plans, and emergency communications will also be presented.

• Review and approve December and January meeting minutes
• SCCFD Wildland‑Urban Interface inspections report (Chief Davis)
• Town and Fire District reports: Disaster Council meeting, Phase 2 Hazard Mitigation Plan, Super Bowl plan update
• Mass Notification subcommittee report on T‑mobile coverage assessment
• Emergency Communications subcommittee update on fiber connection to the ARK

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee met with a quorum of six voting members. The committee approved the December 2025 and January 2026 meeting minutes. Members discussed fire‑severity zone inspections, updates to the landscaping guide, and several fire‑department reports, but no additional motions were adopted. Action items include obtaining two bids for audible alerts and scheduling a joint meeting with the Emergency Development and Planning Committee.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved January 2026 meeting minutes

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills Site Development Committee will hold a public hearing on February 3, 2026 to consider two site development permits. One is a landscape screening plan for 13021 North Alta Lane, a single‑family residence with a swimming pool and cabana, and the other is a two‑story accessory structure with a garage/workshop and an accessory dwelling unit at 11778 Maria Lane. Both projects qualify for CEQA categorical exemptions (Sections 15304(b) and 15303(e)). The ADU portion is a ministerial action and is not subject to the public hearing.

• Landscape screening plan permit for 13021 North Alta Lane (single‑family home, pool, cabana) – CEQA categorical exemption Sec. 15304(b).
• Two‑story accessory structure with 1,500 sq ft garage/workshop and 1,083 sq ft ADU at 11778 Maria Lane – CEQA categorical exemption Sec. 15303(e); ADU is ministerial, not subject to hearing.
• Public hearing scheduled Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM (North Alta Lane) and 10:30 AM (Maria Lane) in Duxbury Conference Room, 26379 Fremont Road.
• Project planner for both items: Jonathan Fox.
• Public comment procedures: in‑person speaker cards or Zoom; meeting broadcast via live‑stream.

City Council

The Los Altos Hills City Council will hold a special meeting on February 2, 2026. The agenda includes public comment limited to items on the special meeting and a resolution to adopt findings and approve an amendment to the General Plan Housing Element, with conforming changes to the Land Use Element. The amendment is exempt from CEQA review under Public Resources Code section 21080.085 and CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3).

• Public comment limited to agenda items (open session)
• Resolution to adopt findings and approve amendment to the General Plan Housing Element
• Conforming amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element as necessary
• CEQA exemption per Public Resources Code §21080.085 and CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3)

The Los Altos Hills City Council met to review recent State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) feedback and minor revisions to the Housing Element. Staff presented the proposed changes and public comment was heard. No vote or formal approval of the amendment was recorded in the minutes.

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance and Investment Committee regular meeting scheduled for February 2, 2026, was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this meeting. Public writings on any open‑session items may be inspected at the Town Clerk’s office at 26379 Fremont Road during normal business hours.

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee will review the Landscaping Guide for wildfire hardening improvements and examine Article 3 of the Heritage Oaks code. A permit report for the Bradford project will be presented. Members will vote in a poll on whether to accept proposed amendments to Article 3, Heritage Oaks. The meeting will conclude with a review of action items.

• Review Landscaping Guide for possible wildfire hardening improvements
• Review of Article 3, Heritage Oaks; §12-2.3xx code
• Permit report (Bradford)
• Polling on acceptability of amendments to Article 3, Heritage Oaks
• Review action items from the meeting

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee updated the landscaping guide to strengthen wildfire risk language and clarify defensible‑space zones. They removed language that suggested a trade‑off between safety and screening, added references to authoritative sources, and set new recommendations for mulch, tree clearance, and dead‑wood handling. The changes are advisory but will influence future ordinances and staff guidance.

• Deleted sentence implying a trade‑off between wildfire safety and screening; re‑framed to aim for both.
• Adopted revised intro sentence to minimize wildfire risk and establish defensible space around structures.
• Agreed to keep main safety sentence vague but add references to CAL FIRE, IBHS, and local ordinances via appendix or website.
• Defined defensible‑space zones: Zone 0 (0‑5 ft), Zone 1 (5‑30 ft), Zone 2 (30‑100 ft or to property line).
• Confirmed Zone 0 includes decks and adopted “nothing should burn” as the high‑level rule.
• Selected wording that tree branches should not overhang the house and will point to external documents for exact clearances.
• Recommended non‑combustible mulch (e.g., gravel) near structures; limited wood‑chip mulch in Zone 1 to 2‑3 inches depth; decided not to recommend decomposed granite as mulch.
• Removed sentence about dead wood providing habitat from the fire‑protection section.

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The meeting was removed from the agenda, and applicants were asked to appear at a later date if they wish to be heard.

• Meeting cancelled for Jan 27, 2026
• Public hearings to resume at a later date
• Instructions provided for future virtual participation
• City Council Chambers at 26379 Fremont Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve several past meeting minutes on the consent calendar. It will hold a study session on a proposed secondary driveway for an ADU at 25623 Elena Road (informational only). The commission will conduct public hearings on development applications for 12000 Kate Drive, 10320 Rolly Road, and 27235 Byrne Park Lane, followed by discussion of housing element implementation.

• Approve August‑December 2025 Planning Commission meeting draft minutes (Consent Calendar).
• Study session: review of secondary driveway plan for an ADU at 25623 Elena Road (informational).
• Public hearing: variance for 12000 Kate Drive to exceed coverage limits and add a patio near a setback.
• Public hearing: site development permit and variance for 10320 Rolly Road to replace a residence and remodel setbacks.
• Public hearing: site development permit for a basement addition at 27235 Byrne Park Lane.

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee will review observations from its January 16, 2026 site visit to Pinewood School on Fremont Road. After the discussion, the public will have a two‑minute comment period, including remarks from Karen Kehlet and a presentation by Dave Kehlet. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Discuss observations from Pinewood School (Fremont Rd.) site visit of January 16, 2026
• Public comment (limited to 2 minutes) – Karen Kehlet
• Public comment (presentation) – Dave Kehlet
• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Adjournment

Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee

The regular meeting of the Parks, Recreation, & Community Events Committee scheduled for January 26, 2026, has been cancelled.

Joint Los Altos - Los Altos Hills Community Volunteer Service Awards

The Joint Community Volunteer Service Awards Committee will approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting, review the December 5, 2025 luncheon, and discuss scheduling the 2026 luncheon on December 4, 2026. The committee will also elect a 2026 Chair from Los Altos Hills and a 2026 Vice Chair from Los Altos, and set the next meeting date for March 9, 2026.

• Approve minutes from November 10, 2025
• Review December 5, 2025 luncheon
• Discuss date of 2026 luncheon (December 4, 2026) and Grand Oak Room availability
• Election of 2026 Chair from Los Altos Hills and Vice Chair from Los Altos
• Proposed date of next meeting: Monday, March 9, 2026, 7:00 PM

Pathways Committee

The committee will receive staff updates on several pathway projects and maintenance issues. Members will discuss options for the Chapparal pathway and review specific property requests, including an easement realignment at 12020 Greenhills Court.

• Updates on Summerhill Avenue, Magdalena Avenue, and Altamont-Moody to Corbetta Lane pathways
• Discussion of Chapparal pathway issues and options
• Review of resident request for easement realignment at 12020 Greenhills Court
• Property reviews for Pinewood School (CUP25-0004), Natoma Oaks, 10225 W. Loyola Drive, and 26023 Alicante Lane
• Vote on adding John Lewis to the committee and removing Mike Henshaw

The committee approved the December 15 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to keep the existing pathway at 12020 Greenhills Court and not recommend a realignment. The removal of member Mike Henshaw was postponed to the February agenda. Mike O. was tasked with drafting a weekly newsletter column on pathway safety.

• Approved Dec 15 Pathways Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended no realignment of 12020 Greenhills Court pathway (unanimous)
• Postponed vote on removing Mike Henshaw to February agenda (consensus)
• Assigned Mike O. to draft initial weekly newsletter column on pathway safety
• Planned public comment outreach on Chaparral pathway easement before council recommendation

Environmental Initiatives Committee

The Environmental Initiatives Committee will review progress on tracking electrification and consider updates to reach codes. Subcommittee leaders will give updates on outreach and the Foothill College project. The committee will also seek volunteers for the Green@home tour and receive a council update.

• Tracking Electrification
• Reach Codes (reference article linked)
• Subcommittee Outreach update
• Subcommittee Foothill College update
• Green@home Tour Volunteers Needed

The Environmental Initiatives Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October regular meeting. Johann, Vrinda, and Aileen were appointed to a subcommittee to work with the town on tracking electrification. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved October regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Johann, Vrinda, and Aileen to electrification‑tracking subcommittee

City Council

The Los Altos Hills City Council will hold a special meeting on January 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes a public comment period limited to items on the special meeting, a study session presenting the Planning Commission and standing committees’ 2025 annual reports and their proposed work plans for 2026‑2027, and the usual adjournment. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period (limited to items on the special meeting)
• Study session: presentation of 2025 annual reports by the Planning Commission and standing committees
• Study session: presentation of proposed work plans for 2026‑2027
• Adjournment pursuant to Ordinance No. 506

The City Council heard presentations from the Environmental Design and Protection, Environmental Initiative, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Finance and Investment, History, Open Space, Parks, Recreation and Community Events, Pathways, Planning, and Technology committees. No council actions or votes were taken on any item. The meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.

History Committee

The Los Altos Hills History Committee will vote to approve the September, October, and December minutes. It will also discuss updates on several historic sites, digital archival needs, signage for Heritage Oak Trees, and a funding request for the Heritage House 70th‑anniversary open house. Additional items include articles for the March issue of "Our Town," a plaque for Atherton Court, and the 10320 Rolly Road home.

• Approval of September, October, & December minutes
• Heritage House 70th‑anniversary open house plans and request for funds
• Signage for the Heritage Oak Trees in Bryne Preserve – update
• Discussion of 10320 Rolly Road Home
• Atherton Court plaque consideration

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public Fast Track hearing on Jan 20, 2026 to consider two site development permits. The permits cover demolition of existing homes and construction of new two‑story single‑family residences with attached garages, detached ADUs, and hardscape improvements at 27890 Via Feliz and 26388 Ginny Lane. Both projects qualify for Fast Track because they score fewer than 15 points and are reviewed under a CEQA categorical exemption. Public comment will be taken; if an applicant is not present, the hearing will be rescheduled.

• Site Development Permit File #SD25-0042 – 27890 Via Feliz: demolish 3,351‑sf house, build 6,690‑sf house, 798‑sf ADU, remove 18 non‑heritage and 2 heritage oak trees
• Site Development Permit File #SD25-0064 – 26388 Ginny Lane: demolish 3,008‑sf house, build 6,276‑sf house, 794‑sf ADU, remove 17 non‑heritage and 1 heritage oak tree
• Both projects receive CEQA categorical exemption per Section 15303(a)
• Fast Track points: 13 for Via Feliz, 8 for Ginny Lane (both under the 15‑point threshold)
• Public hearing scheduled Jan 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Via Feliz) and 10:30 AM (Ginny Lane) with in‑person and Zoom options

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will review two site locations—26388 Ginny Lane and 27890 Via Feliz—and consider draft comments for the Pinewood School redevelopment and for 12000 Kate Lane. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion and review.

• Review of site at 26388 Ginny Lane
• Review of site at 27890 Via Feliz
• Consider draft comment for Pinewood School Redevelopment
• Consider draft comment for 12000 Kate Lane

City Council

The Los Altos Hills City Council will discuss several items, including a grant project for clean energy and the possible termination of an automatic license plate reader contract. It will also consider appointments to the Planning Commission and two conditional use permits. Additional topics include a stipend adjustment for council members and the formation of a housing advisory committee.

• Appointment to the Los Altos Hills Planning Commission (applicants: Sabrina Ko Bowers, Katherine Frey, Anne Hsiao, Kamal Hyder, Malika Junaid, John Pfeifer, Henri Richard, Danielle Xu)
• Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit for a 1,088‑sq‑ft addition at St. Nicholas Catholic School, 12816 El Monte Road
• Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit and setback variance for a water storage and booster pump station near 13070 S. Alta Lane
• Resolution approving an eligible project option for the Silicon Valley Clean Energy Grant and authorizing the City Manager to execute the grant agreement
• Discussion on possible termination of the agreement with FLOCK Safety for the town's Automatic License Plate Reader system

The council considered eight applicants for the Planning Commission. A motion to appoint Anne Hsiao failed with a 2-2-1 vote. After a second vote, the council approved Malika Junaid's appointment to a term from Jan 15 2026 to Jun 30 2028 with a 3-1-1 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to appoint Anne Hsiao to Planning Commission failed (2-2-1)
• Motion to appoint Malika Junaid to Planning Commission failed (2-2-1)
• Motion to appoint Malika Junaid to Planning Commission approved (3-1-1)
• Approved issuance of Brown Act unconditional commitment (5-0) in prior special meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation. The open session will include the consideration of a Brown Act Unconditional Commitment.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation
• Consideration and issuance of Brown Act Unconditional Commitment pursuant to Government Code Section 54960.2

The Los Altos Hills City Council held a special meeting on March 19, 2026. After public comment, the council adjourned to closed session to discuss public employment and anticipated litigation. The attorney reported no reportable actions from the closed session, and the meeting was then adjourned.

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will conduct site reviews for several properties, discuss recent SB9 applications, and examine fence permit requests and fast‑track project recaps. It will also provide updates to the Planning Commission, Town Council, and ad‑hoc committees. Future topics such as creek protection, artificial‑turf restrictions, and wildlife‑friendly fencing will be outlined for later consideration.

• Planning site reviews: 27235 Byrne Park Lane, 10320 Rolly Road, 11778 Maria Lane, 27890 Via Feliz, 26388 Ginny Lane, 12000 Kate Lane, Pinewoods School Redevelopment
• Recent SB9 applications
• Fence Permit Reviews
• Fast Track meeting recaps (12/16 – 26500 Conejo Court; 12/23, 12/30, 1/6/26 – cancelled)
• Presentation to Town Council on 1/21/26 of OSC activities and goals

The committee accepted the December 2025 Open Space Committee minutes unanimously. It approved the planning recommendations for 27235 Byrne Park Lane and 11778 Maria Lane, each with all members in favor. The committee recorded no objection to the variance request for 10320 Rolly Drive. A follow‑up special meeting was scheduled for January 16 to finish remaining site reviews.

• Accepted December 2025 Open Space Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved planning recommendations for 27235 Byrne Park Lane (unanimous)
• Recorded no objection to variance request for 10320 Rolly Drive (vote not specified)
• Approved planning recommendations for 11778 Maria Lane (unanimous)
• Scheduled follow‑up special meeting on Jan 16 to complete site reviews

Technology Committee

The Technology Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss updates on Town Hall camera installation, a Verizon cell tower lease renewal, and drone surveillance for burglary mitigation.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• LAH Town Hall camera installation update
• Verizon cell tower lease renewal proposal
• Flock Safety renewal discussion
• Drone surveillance for burglary mitigation

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a motion to request additional technical information from Verizon before recommending a lease renewal for the town hall cell tower site. Additionally, the committee unanimously recommended that the Council give the Technology Committee more time to discuss the Flock Safety contract and amend the data‑sharing agreement by March 12 for the March 19 council meeting.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested further conversation with Verizon before lease renewal recommendation (unanimous)
• Recommended Council allow more time for Flock Safety discussions and amend data‑sharing agreement (unanimous)

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The Environmental Design and Protection Committee will review site development files, planning commission reports, and old business including updates to the view and fence ordinances. The committee will also discuss the award of a contract for a city manager recruitment consultant.

• Award of a contract for City Manager Recruitment Consultant
• Discussion and vote on updates to the fence ordinance
• Updates to the View Ordinance
• Review of site development and variance files
• Informational report on potential ballot measure amending Open Space Initiative

The Environmental Design & Protection Committee approved the November 11, 2025 EDPC meeting minutes. The committee also scheduled a site visit to Pinewood School on Fremont Road for January 16, 2026 at 9 a.m. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in the meeting.

• Approved Nov 11, 2025 EDPC meeting minutes
• Scheduled Pinewood School site visit for Jan 16, 2026 at 9 a.m.

Fast Track/Site Development

The Town of Los Altos Hills announced that the weekly Site Development / Fast Track public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2025, has been cancelled. Applicants are instructed to attend future hearings either virtually or in person, and to submit comments as directed. No other agenda items were listed for this meeting.

Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee will meet to review reports and discuss specific safety initiatives. The body is reviewing infrastructure for the CERT Ark and enforcement of defensible space.

• Discussion of completing fiber connection to CERT Ark
• Defensible Space Enforcement discussion
• Distribution of Heritage Oaks in Los Altos Hills
• EPRC-EDPC Subcommittee update
• Disaster Council Representation

The council voted to refund excess permit fees for any project costing more than $1,000. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee postponed approval of its previous meeting minutes to the February meeting. Members agreed to develop recommendations for changes to the town's tree preservation code. The committee kept the $30,000 sound‑survey budget through June 30 and will seek two bids, with Victoria Bebee leading the effort.

• Town council voted to refund excess permit fees for projects over $1,000
• Approval of previous EPRC meeting minutes postponed to February meeting
• Committee agreed to develop recommendations for tree preservation code changes
• $30,000 budget for sound survey retained through June 30; two bids to be obtained (Bebee to lead)
• Committee agreed to increase marketing for emergency alert opt‑in system and consider more frequent tests
• Ad hoc subcommittee formed to work with Tech Committee on town fiber plans (Wood and Katin joined)

Finance & Investment Committee

The Finance and Investment Committee will review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and a cell tower proposal from Verizon for Town Hall. The body will also discuss 2026 council priorities and updates on building fees and project reimbursements.

• Review of Verizon Town Hall Cell Tower Proposal
• Review of ACFR by Maze Audit Partner
• Discussion of El Monte Underground Project reimbursements from PG&E, Comcast, and AT&T
• Review of changes to the Local Area Administrative Building Code
• Discussion of internal purchasing policy and ERP system work plans

The Finance & Investment Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the December 5, 2025 meeting. The committee confirmed its suggested list of Council Work Plan priorities for 2026 and 2027. The town council decided to refund excessive building fees on projects that exceed $1,000.

• Approved December 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed FIC suggested Council Work Plan priorities for 2026‑2027
• Council approved refund of excessive building fees on projects over $1,000