- CITY OF HIDDEN HILLS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
(IN-PERSON AND VIDEO CONFERENCE)
6165 Spring Valley Road
Monday, March 9, 2026
5:30 p.m.
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Hidden Hills was duly held via teleconference and in person on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the hour of 5:30 p.m. Mayor Joesph Loggia called the meeting to order and presided thereover.
2. ROLL CALL
Council: Mayor Joesph Loggia
- Mayor Pro Tem Stuart Siegel
Council Member Eniko Gold
Council Member Laura McCorkindale
Council Member Larry G. Weber
Staff: City Manager Gloria Molleda
Interim Assistant City Manager Amber Servin
City Attorney Lauren Langer
City Clerk Deana L. Gonzalez
City Engineer Michael Ackerman
Accountant Theresa Hernandez
Accountant Cynthia Dersaroian
Administrative Analyst Aaron Williams
Administrative Assistant Sara Porter
Public Safety & Emergency Services Manager Mike Grant
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.A. Los Angeles County Fire Department Report - February Battalion Chief David Stevens, representing Assistant Chief Drew Smith of Los Angeles County Fire Department Battalion 5, presented the February 2026 fire activity report for the City of Hidden Hills, noting a - total of 14 responses, including 2 medical calls, 7 service calls (such as a reported tree down and a water leak in the street), and 5 good intent calls that were ultimately determined to be false alarms. -
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Mayor Pro Tem Siegel asked Battalion Chief Stevens about the proper procedure when trees fall, with or without power lines involved, specifically whether the first call should be to 911, the utility (Edison), or the HHCA. Battalion Chief Stevens responded that it depends on where the tree falls and the time of day, but if the tree is in the street and not blocking traffic and can be safely driven around, it may be handled by an arborist. However, he emphasized that if there is any uncertainty about safety, residents should call 911 first, and the Fire Department will respond, stabilize the situation, and determine the most appropriate resolution.
3.B. Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Report - February Captain Dustin Carr of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department presented the February 2026 report, noting one trespassing incident and no other reportable crimes. He invited the community to the Lost Hills Station open house on May 2, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and reported positive staffing trends, including a 26% increase in recruiting, and a reduction in station patrol vacancies from 33 to 26 since he became captain. He noted that he and City Manager Gloria Molleda are holding recurring monthly meetings to discuss Hidden Hills issues and thanked her for rebuilding regional coalitions with neighboring cities. -
Captain Carr introduced Detective John Chapin as the new detective assigned to Hidden Hills, citing his strong burglary investigation background. He also summarized the Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) program, explaining that it is used as an investigative tool, not for general surveillance, and has assisted in solving robberies, tracking burglary crews and supporting a recent homicide investigation. He stated that the department complies with California ALPR and data privacy laws, that access is limited to investigatory need-to-know purposes, that Flock has reported no data breaches involving Lost Hills Station, and that any federal access would require a warrant or court order, reaffirming his strong support for the program.
Mayor Pro Tem Siegel spoke in support of the license plate reader system, citing a recent foiled terrorist attack in New York where similar technology helped police track suspects and locate their vehicle. He noted that Hidden Hills has used license plate readers since about 2018, that the system has assisted in apprehending suspects locally, and stated his view that it is a relatively unobtrusive way to enhance community safety compared to increased policing or additional physical security measures.
Council Member Weber asked Captain Carr whether the Sheriff's Department had received reports of suspicious individuals walking through neighborhoods with tablets and claiming to work for AT&T, based on a nearby resident's concern they might be casing homes. Captain Carr said there had been no such reports in Hidden Hills, though he had seen similar individuals in his own neighborhood in another jurisdiction and did not provide them with any personal information.
Council Member McCorkindale addressed concerns about the Flock ALPR system, noting Hidden Hills has used license plate readers since 2018 and that nearly every Los Angeles County city also uses them. She said Flock functions like the prior system for residents but now connects Hidden Hills to a countywide network that can track suspects beyond city limits, and that the City uses only basic plate-only cameras, not the upgraded data-collecting version. She added that nearby cities use the same technology, license plates are not private, and removing the cameras would mainly disadvantage residents and law enforcement. She also cautioned -
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against misinformation on social media and urged residents to seek accurate information, thanking Captain Carr for clarifying the issue.
Mayor Pro Tem Siegel asked Captain Carr to announce the fundraiser the Sheriff's Department Is doing for military families.
Captain Carr reported that the Lost Hills Station is currently conducting a "Feeding Military Families" drive, providing food as well as diapers, wipes and other items for children to help close income gaps for deployed families. He noted a strong community response and stated that donations will be accepted through March 11, with the greatest needs being baby food, baby items and formula, which are costly but critically needed given current global conditions.
Resident Bret Katz stated that while he personally supports license plate readers as a technology, his concern is specific to the Flock vendor, which he noted has experienced multiple publicly reported security breaches involving other agencies' data. He emphasized that his concern is not with the Lost Hills Station or the Sheriff's Department's use of the system, but with Flock's broader security record, which he said is the source of much of the apprehension he has heard and read about in the community. -
Mayor Loggia thanked Captain Carr and the Sheriff's Department for their service and said the community's safety depends on their work. Regarding Flock cameras, he acknowledged resident concerns about data breaches but emphasized that ALPR is an important law enforcement tool, and the key issue is responsible use. He stated he does not favor removing the system, and that any review of data breaches or alternative vendors should be done collaboratively with law enforcements.
Council Member McCorkindale asked Captain Carr to confirm that if the City changed ALPR vendors, it would lose interoperability with the countywide Flock camera network, which was the reason for switching to Flock in the first place. She also asked whether the reported Flock data breaches involved the more advanced camera type that collects additional data beyond license plates, rather than the plate-only cameras used in Hidden Hills. Captain Carr responded that Flock is the largest and most widely used ALPR provider, and while the Sheriff's Department does not endorse specific vendors, it can speak to their capabilities. He stated he does not yet know whether the reported Flock data breaches involved upgraded cameras or general data and would need to consult the affected agencies. He emphasized that, to date, no Lost Hills Station ALPR data has been reported breached and that he would return to report any change in that status.
Council Member McCorkindale added that, while all systems are vulnerable to data breaches and the City is willing to reconsider if circumstances change, Hidden Hills upgraded to Flock specifically to be integrated with the countywide ALPR network. She noted that if the City switched to a different vendor, it would lose that interoperability and return to being disconnected from the broader system, which Captain Carr confirmed.
3.C. Public Safety and Emergency Services Report
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Public Safety and Emergency Services Manager Mike Grant reported that motors, patrol, and the special deputy were in compliance, with patrol at 94 percent for the period and on target annually. He noted that -
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citation data had not yet been received and that the report would be updated once those figures arrive. He provided background on the trespassing incident reported by the Sheriff's Department, explaining that during overflow check-in security temporarily diverted traffic to the City Hall parking lot, obtained the subject's California driver's license, and that the subject later piggybacked through an open gate behind another vehicle. Security broadcast the incident by radio, deputies quickly located and detained the subject, and the security company provided identification, allowing the matter to be resolved before any further issues occurred. Mr. Grant also reported a successful and well-attended CPR and AED class, reminded residents that CERT classes are open to the public (with CERT members not required to register), and announced an upcoming "Stop the Bleed" class on March 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers, with online registration available for non-CERT participants.
Mayor Pro Tem Siegel reported that he and Mayor Loggia attended the recent CERT CPR/AED class, describing it as excellent and "almost mandatory." He noted that the training covered Narcan, EpiPens, Heimlich maneuvers, infant choking response and standard CPR compressions, and emphasized that while it does not make participants experts, it can help them remain calm and able to act in an emergency. He strongly encouraged residents to attend, highlighting that the class is free, engaging, includes refreshments, and is completed in about two hours.
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Mayor Loggia offered two brief comments regarding CERT training. First, he noted that if a resident forgets to register for a CERT class but shows up, staff will do their best to accommodate them, as they would rather have people attend than stay away. Second, he encouraged residents to repeat classes even if they have taken them before, explaining that repeating training greatly improves retention and effectiveness in an actual emergency.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
5.A Approval of the Register of Demands for March 9, 2026
5.B Receive and File the Monthly Disbursements Report for January 2026
5.C Receive and File the Financial/Treasurer's Report for January 2026
5.D Receive and File the Investments Report for January 2026
5.E Approval of a Professional Auditing Services Agreement with Van Lant & Fankhanel, LLF
5.F City Engineering and Community Development Monthly Repor
5.G Receive and File the Las Virgenes Malibu Council of Governments (LVMCOG) Summary
5.H Receive and File the Hidden Hills Community Association Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
5.1 Approval of Request for Proposals for Design Services for the City of Hidden Hills Newsletter - Design, City-Wide Design Template, Al Library Design Standards, and Launch Marketing Services,
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5.J First Reading of Ordinance 409 Amending Title 4, Article D of the Hidden Hills Municipal ode Relating to Temporary Parkway Parking Permits, Establishing Permit Duration, Repea ermit Restrictions, Storage Regulations, and an Enforcement Escalation Process It is recommended that the City Council Introduce for First Reading Ordinance No. 409, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HIDDEN HILLS AMENDING TITLE 4, ARTICLE D OF THE HIDDEN HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TEMPORARY PARKWAY PARKING PERMITS; ESTABLISHING PERMIT DURATION, REPEAT PERMIT
RESTRICTIONS, STORAGE REGULATIONS, AND AN ENFORCEMENT ESCALATION
PROCESS
5.K First Reading of Ordinance No. 410 Amending Title 2, Chapter 3 of the Hidden Hills Municipal Code to add Section 2-3-13 Governing the Disposition of Surplus and Public Property, Establishing Authority Thresholds, Approved Disposition Methods, Real Property Compliance Requirements, Recordkeeping Obligations, and Prohibiting Dispositions.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HIDDEN HILLS AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 3 OF THE HIDDEN HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD SECTION 2-3-13 GOVERNING THE DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING -
AUTHORITY THRESHOLDS, APPROVED DISPOSITION METHODS, RECORDKEEPING
OBLIGATIONS, AND PROHIBITED DISPOSITIONS
5.L Approval of Agreement with In-N-Out Burger for Food Services at the 2026 Hidden Hills Fiesta
5.M Approval of ZIP Code Legislation Support Letter for the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
5.N Approval of Support Letter for AB 1941 (Gonzalez) - Organized Copper Theft Mayor Loggia stated that all items on the consent calendar are considered routine and may be approved with a single motion, unless a council member requests an item be removed for separate discussion before asking the rest of the Council, he would like to pull Item 5J and item 5K for separate discussion.
Council Member Gold asked Mayor Loggia If she could comment on Item N, for which Mayor Loggia agreed.
Council Member Gold explained that item 5N concerns City support for AB 1941, a bill to combat organized copper wire theft that damages infrastructure and can disrupt 911 service. She noted that she and Council Member McCorkindale helped advocate for stronger penalties, and that the League of California Cities is co-sponsoring the bill, which would increase penalties for organized and repeat offenders and establish a statewide data-sharing system. She added that, as copper landlines are gradually phased out and Hidden Hills has limited cellular coverage, residents should maintain a reliable backup communication method, such as VolP service, in addition to any existing copper landline.
Upon MOTION by Council Member Gold, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Siegel, and unanimously carried by - roll call vote, the Council resolved to approve Items A - I and L - N of the Consent Calendar as submitted. -
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ITEM 5D. - Receive and File the Investments Report for January 2026 Mayor Pro Tem Siegel requested that the Investment Committee, consisting of Mayor Loggia and himself, meet with staff and the City's treasury advisors to review the City's investment program. He asked specifically for an analysis comparing net income (dividends and interest) to the hard costs of using the City's investment managers (including Bell Haven and the other firm), focusing on cash in and cash out rather than bond market value changes, and comparing those results with earnings from the JPA investment.
Upon MOTION by Council Member Gold, seconded by Council Member Weber and unanimously carried on a roll call vote, the Council resolved to receive and file the investment reports for January 2026 (item 5D).
ITEM 5J. -First Reading of Ordinance 409 Amending Title 4, Article D of the Hidden Hills Municipal Code Relating to Temporary Parkway Parking Permits, Establishing Permit Duration, Repeat Permit Restrictions, Storage Regulations, and an Enforcement Escalation Process.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HIDDEN HILLS AMENDING TITLE 4,
ARTICLE D OF THE HIDDEN HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TEMPORARY PARKWAY -
PARKING PERMITS; ESTABLISHING PERMIT DURATION, REPEAT PERMIT RESTRICTIONS,
STORAGE REGULATIONS, AND AN ENFORCEMENT ESCALATION PROCESS Interim Assistant City Manager Servin presented the first reading of Ordinance No. 409 to codify the City's temporary parkway parking permit program. The ordinance would formalize the existing two-week permit for temporary needs (such as driveway repairs, construction, or overnight guests), impose a 14-day limit with a 30-day waiting period between permits, and create an extended-stay exception of up to 42 consecutive days per calendar year with City Manager approval. It would also prohibit vehicle storage on parkways and allow citation and towing after 72 hours of continued violation. She noted there is no fiscal impact and permit fees remain unchanged, and that the ordinance will return on April 13, 2026, for second reading and adoption.
Mayor Pro Tem Siegel described the current temporary parking permit process-residents come in, verify residency, explain their need, and receive a permit to place in their vehicle window-and requested that the ordinance be amended to explicitly require that the permit be displayed in the front window in order to be valid, so that recipients cannot claim they were not told to place it there.
City Manager Molleda confirmed there was no issue with adding language to Ordinance No. 409 requiring that temporary parking permits be displayed in the vehicle's front windshield to be valid, as requested by Mayor Pro Tem Siegel. She noted that staff currently prints and seals a paper permit for placement on the windshield but is also exploring a more permanent-style option, such as a decal, to make permits appear more official, and said this display requirement language will be included for the ordinance's second reading. 0000 Council Member Gold stated that she is not in favor of a more permanent type of solution. City Manager Molleda responded that staff can investigate different options and bring those options back to council.
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Council Member Weber questioned the reason for 4-4D-1, and expressed concern that the proposed 14-day limit on temporary parking permits in Section 4-4D-1 is too short, citing his own driveway reconstruction, which required street parking for more than two weeks, and noting that many homes with longer driveways may face similar situations. He also pointed out that the proposed 30-day waiting period before another permit can be issued to the same address could prevent residents from obtaining additional days needed if their project exceeds 14 days.
City Manager Molleda explained that while standard temporary parking permits are limited to 14 days, longer needs are addressed by an "extended stay exception" in Section 4-4D-11(B). Under this exception, once per calendar year a resident may request up to three consecutive permits for the same address, for a total of up to 42 consecutive days, with a written justification (such as driveway construction or extended family visits) and prior approval from the City Manager or designee. The Council would also like staff to research a possible one-day parking permit.
Upon MOTION by Council Member Weber, seconded by Council Member Gold, and unanimously carried on a roll call vote, the Council resolved to give first reading to Ordinance No. 409 amending Title 4, Article D of the Hidden Hills Municipal Code Relating to Temporary Parkway Parking Permits, Establishing Permit Duration, Repeat Permit Restrictions, Storage Regulations, and an Enforcement Escalation Process and adding additional verbiage discussed earlier (5J).
ITEM 5M.-Approval of ZIP Code Legislation Support Letter for the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Interim Assistant City Manager Servin presented an item requesting City Council approval of support letters for federal legislation to establish a unique ZIP code for Hidden Hills. She explained that sharing ZIP codes with Calabasas and nearby unincorporated areas causes misrouted mail, boundary confusion, and emergency response issues. She noted that H.R. 672, with companion bill S. 1455, would require USPS to create new ZIP codes within 270 days, and recommended sending support letters to key members of Congress for H.R. 672, H.R. 3095, S. 1455, and S. 2691, with no fiscal impact to the City.
Council Member Weber expressed opposition to supporting the ZIP code legislation, stating that his experience on the ZIP code committee led him to conclude that the effort is not a priority for Hidden Hills compared with other cities in greater need. He added that, based on his review of California ZIP codes, all numeric combinations in the state's current range are already in use, so creating a new ZIP code for Hidden Hills would require an unconventional new code format or broader Postal Service changes, which he does not believe are necessary or justified, and therefore he sees no reason to approve the support letters.
Council Member McCorkindale replied that there were several reasons for pursuing a unique ZIP code, the main one being that sharing a ZIP code with high fire-risk parts of Calabasas causes Hidden Hills homeowners to be rated and charged for insurance as if they were in those higher-risk areas. She added that shared ZIP codes also create mailing and address confusion (systems substituting "Calabasas" for Hidden Hills) and that -
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there is a third concern involving how state tax revenue is allocated, which Council Member Gold could further explain.
Council Member Gold added that a further reason for seeking a unique ZIP code relates to how sales tax from out-of-state purchases is allocated, noting that the City is not entirely sure how its share of sales tax is currently being received under the shared ZIP code arrangement. Council Member Gold elaborated that a unique ZIP code could help ensure Hidden Hills receives its proper share of sales tax from out-of-state purchases by more precisely identifying where transactions originate. She agreed with Council Member McCorkindale that distinct ZIP code is also important for insurance rating and availability, since Hidden Hills is currently grouped with higher-risk areas that did not burn when Hidden Hills did, and stated her support for the legislation in the hope that it will be enacted.
Upon MOTION by Council Member Gold, seconded by Council Member Weber and unanimously carried on roll call vote, the Council resolved to approve letters of support for Senator Rand Paul, as well as Diaz-Balart (H.R. 672 and H.R. 3095), Senator Ben Allen (S. 1455, S. 2691), to be sent to the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (5M).
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6. NEW BUSINESS
6.A. Review and Approve the Mid-Year Budget Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Approve the Recommended Budget Adjustments
City Manager Molleda presented the mid-year budget review for fiscal year 2025-26, explaining that the report (updated to correct a minor typographical error) provides a financial status update and recommended adjustments based on current trends. As of December 31, 2025, general fund revenues totaled approximately $1.8 million (39% of budget) and are projected at about $4.85 million by year-end, slightly above budget, while general fund expenditures were about $1.99 million (44% of budget), below the typical 50% mid-year benchmark. Staff recommended mid-year budget adjustments totaling $168,850, primarily for personnel costs related to the City Manager transition, increased legal services, and operational needs, partially offset by a $52,362 transfer from the Library Fund, for a net adjustment of about $160,488. She reported the City is projected to close the year with an estimated surplus of approximately $199,404, largely due to higher-than-anticipated grant revenue, interest earnings, and departmental savings, and recommended Council approval of the report and adjustments.
Mayor Loggia asked Accountant Theresa Hernandez what percentage of the overall budget is the budget adjustments ($168,000), for which she responded it is 3%. - City Manager Molleda thanked the City accountants, who did a wonderful job with this Mid-Year budget, as well as Interim Assistant City Manager Servin. Mayor Loggia appreciated all the effort and the attention to detail in preparing this document.
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Upon MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Siegel, seconded by Council Member Weber, and unanimously carried on roll call vote, the Council resolved to approve the Mid-Year Budget Report for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and the recommended budget adjustments.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments.
8. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Weber congratulated the Hidden Hills Community Association for another successful Valentines' Musical. A great time was had by all.
9. STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Molleda noted that items she intended to mention had already been covered: the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff's Station "Feeding Military Families" food drive, with donations accepted through Wednesday, March 11, and the upcoming CERT "Stop the Bleed" training on March 24. She then announced that Pat Benatar has agreed to serve as this year's Fiesta Grand Marshal and expressed excitement about her participation.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned.
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