MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VENTURA COUNTY WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 8
SIMI VALLEY PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE SIMI VALLEY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
SIMI VALLEY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Simi Valley, California August4,2025
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CALLED TO ORDER: 5:30 p.m. (CLOSED SESSION)
ROLL CALL: Present: Council Members Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, Mayor Pro Tern Judge, and Mayor Cavanaugh
Remote: None
Absent: None
PUBLIC STATEMENTS: Having no public statements, the City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:31 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION:
(1) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (CC) Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
Number of Matters: Two (2)
• Tierra Rejada Landfill
• Runkle Canyon
CALLED TO ORDER: 6:35 p.m. (OPEN SESSION)
CLOSED SESSION REPORTS: City Attorney Ford stated there was no reportable action as a result of the Closed Session meeting held on August 4, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Council Member Ayala
ROLL CALL: Present: Council Members/Directors Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge, and Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
Remote: None
Absent: None
Mayor Cavanaugh made a statement regarding the incident that occurred on August 1, 2025, at the Regal Plaza.
Note: If this is a joint meeting of the City Council and Boards of Directors, the applicable entity is identified at the end of each agenda item.
CC - City Council
WJVD - Waterworks District No. 8
IDA - Industrial Development Authority
PFFA- Simi Valley Public Facilities Financing Authority PFA- Public Financing Authority
SA - Successor Agency
LB - Simi Valley Library Board of Trustees
Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the CC, WNO, IDA, PFFA, PFA, SA, and/or LB after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk's Office at 2929 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, CA during normal business hours.
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1. AGENDA REVIEW: None
1A. ACTION: Council Member/Director Ayala moved that all resolutions and ordinances presented tonight be read in title only and all further reading be waived. Council Member/Director/Trustee Rhodes seconded the motion. (CC/WWD/PFFA/LB/SA) ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Council Members/Directors Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge, and Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
None
None
None
1 B. It is the policy of the City Council that upon reaching 11 :30 p.m., the City Council will not address any new agenda items. Should the City Council continue to address agenda items past 12:00 midnight, the following motion is in order:
MOTION: Move that the City Council meeting tonight may extend beyond the midnight deadline to conclude the agenda (Section 2-1.106 SVMC). 1C. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT: None
1D. CERTIFICATES/HONORARY RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS: None
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS ON APPOINTMENTS. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS. AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS: None
3. APPOINTMENTS/SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
None
4. PUBLIC STATEMENTS ON ALL ITEMS OTHER THAN PUBLIC HEARINGS.
APPOINTMENTS. AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
The following submitted a speaker card and spoke:
1. Lana Zukovski, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Regal Plaza in Simi Valley on August 1.
2. Abigail Loredo (no address given), commented about the incident that occurred at the Regal Plaza in Simi Valley on August 1.
3. Erica Ayala, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Regal Plaza in Simi Valley on August 1.
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4. Dexter Nunnery, Project 50 (no address given), commented about the incident that occurred at the Regal Plaza in Simi Valley on August 1.
5. Larkin Greding, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
6. Michael Shaw, Simi Valley, CA, commented about a lack of transparency regarding a trash hauler contract.
7. Tara Garner, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
8. Jamie Sanchez, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
9. Jared Jasso (no address given), commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
10.Paul Goodnough, Simi Valley, CA, Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of the $70,000 allocation outlined in the MOU between the City and the Chamber.
11. Caden Kelsey, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
12. Michelle Liddell, Simi Valley, CA, Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board, spoke in support of the $70,000 allocation outlined in the MOU between the City and the Chamber.
13.John Lapper, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
14.Alynne Eason, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals in Simi Valley.
15.Anthony Eason, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals in Simi Valley.
16.Joseph Alfano, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Pla~a on August 1.
17.Austin Maina (no address given) commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
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18.Avery Estelle, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
19. Teri Daniel, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
20. Ken Hurst (no address given) asked City Council to agendize a review of the Simi Valley Police Department's response to abduction calls related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
21. Elisabet Lindskog, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
22. Roop Maan, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
23. Judith McMahon, Simi Valley Women's Club, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
24.Joe Mosley, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals.
25.John Burns, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals.
26. James McGillis, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals.
27. Leonard Pretti, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals.
28. Jared Laurentowski, Moorpark, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
29.Audra Herrera, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
30.Simi Youth Baseball representative, Simi Valley, CA, waived his time to allow others to speak.
31. Richard Hollerman, Realtor, Simi Valley, CA, spoke in opposition to short-term rentals.
32. Dustin Snyder (no address given) spoke about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
33.Gabe Teran, Mayor Pro Tern of the City of Oxnard, Oxnard, CA, spoke about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
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34. Richard Perini, Simi Valley, CA, spoke about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
35. Karen Troop, Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, Simi Valley, CA, thanked the City Council for the $70,000 allocation outlined in the MOU between the City and the Chamber, and she commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
36. Drew Hernandez (no address given) commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
37. John Singer (no address given) commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1. He also commented on ways to revitalize the business community.
38.Joshua Childers, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
39. Sara Matuzak, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
40. Ruth Luevanos, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1, and she spoke about corruption in campaign financing.
41. Giavanna Pitts (no address given), Moorpark College Black Student Union President, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
42. Sky (no last name or address given) commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
43. Isaac Rockamore (no address given}, Moorpark College Black Student Union Treasurer, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
44. Latanda Cromedy (no address given), commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
45. VanRina Jones (no address given), commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
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46. Devon, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
47. William Roberts (no address given) commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
48. Chavis Carpenter, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
49. Cheryl Courtney, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
50. Reyna Young, Sirius XM, Simi Valley, CA, commented about the incident that occurred at the Simi Valley Regal Plaza on August 1.
The following submitted a speaker card but were not present when called:
1. Alan (no last name or address given)
2. Jake (no last name or address given)
The following submitted a speaker card but did not wish to speak:
1. Agata Mosley (no address given)
2. Patricia Fleury (no address given)
3. Sara Zapate, Simi Valley, CA
4. Karina Betancourt (no address given)
CITY COUNCIUBOARD MEMBER/SPECIAL DISTRICT COMMENTS REGARDING PUBLIC STATEMENTS:
Mayor Pro Tern Judge thanked everyone for coming to speak at the meeting and share their stories. He stated he will ensure the Police Department follows up on the investigation and that the evidence is turned over to the District Attorney. He commented that nothing will be covered up and that the public will be aware of the case's progress through Nixie and similar channels.
Council Member Ayala thanked everyone for coming to speak at the meeting. He stated that he is advocating for a transparent investigation process to ensure it proceeds as intended. He commented that we need to let it play out, and stated his door is open to anyone who wants to come and speak.
Council Member Litster stated that racism is never acceptable and expressed that, at the very least, the incident was extreme bullying. She commented that the investigation needs to go through the proper legal channels and that the Simi Valley Police Department is providing updates. She thanked everyone for being a part of what makes our community better.
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Council Member Rhodes thanked the speakers for sharing their stories. He stated that he has confidence in our system to determine what happened, but we must let it play out. He spoke about the need to respect that the incident involved juveniles, which will affect transparency until the investigation is over.
Mayor Cavanaugh stated she would like to meet with the Moorpark College students who attended the meeting to talk about ways to make Simi Valley a better place for everybody, and she is happy to meet with other groups that attended the meeting.
She spoke about how we all deserve the same rights, courtesies, and the ability to walk someplace and be safe.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
CONTINUED PUBLIC STATEMENTS ON ALL ITEMS OTHER THAN PUBLIC HEARINGS, APPOINTMENTS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR:
(1) Approval of minutes for the City Council meeting of February 10, 2025 (Blanco) (CC/WWD/PFFA/LB/SA)
ACTION: Approved request.
(2) Consideration and possible action to amend the budget for the Waterline Replacement Proiect; Cedar Street, Wisteria Street. Rowell Avenue, and Leota Lane {CP76300058, Specification No. SV 24-10) (Fuchiwaki) (WWD) ACTION: Approved request.
(3) Approval of second contract amendment for the purchase of Waterview Software for water management and analytics (Fuchiwaki) (WWD) ACTION: Approved second amendment to Eagle Aerial Photography, Inc. (4) Award of professional services contract to Cannon Corporation for the seismic retrofit and rehabilitation of Madera Tank South {No. 1031) and Stearns Tank South (No.1 }, CP76300021 and CP76300066, RFP No. PW 25-04 (Fuchiwaki) (WWD)
ACTION: Awarded contract to Data Transfer Solutions, LLC. (5) Award a contract to Data Transfer Solutions, LLC, for an Enterprise Asset Management and work order system for the City's Public Works Department, and authorization for the City/District Manager to approve related proiect changes and purchases as needed (Johnson) (CC/WWD)
ACTION: Awarded contract to Data Transfer Solutions, LLC.
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(6) Award contract to the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce for small business support and visitor information services (Garibay) (CC) ACTION: Awarded contract to Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce. (7) Award of contract for professional design services for the Stow Tank No. 1 Replacement Proiect, CP76300057. RFP No. PW 25-01 (Fuchiwaki) (WWD) ACTION: Awarded contract to Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc. (8) Award of professional services contract to prepare the 2025 Risk and Resilience Assessment and Emergency Response Plan. RFP No. PW 25-05 (Fuchiwaki) (WWD)
ACTION: Awarded contract to Carollo Engineers, Inc.
(9) Adoption of a resolution accepting public improvements for Tract No. 5943, Located at 222 Country Club Drive (Fuchiwaki) (CC)
Resolution No. 2025-21 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SIMI VALLEY ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT.NO. 5943, LOCATED AT 222 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 2024-21.
ACTION: Council Member/Director Litster moved to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 9. Council Member/Director Rhodes seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Council Members/Directors Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge, and Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
None
None
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
Request for direction on amendments to the Simi Valley Municipal Code to regulate short-term rentals (Perras) (CC)
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ACTION: Council Member/Director Rhodes moved to direct staff to review SB 346 once it is approved, provide a draft ordinance recommendation based on the legislation, and return to the City Council to add Short Term Rentals to Chapter 5 of the Municipal Code to collect Transient Occupancy Tax. Council Member/Director Litster seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Council Members/Directors Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, and Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge
Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
None
None
9B. Approval of proposed Water Service Rates, authorization to proceed with the Proposition 218 process, and recommendation to set a public hearing to consider adoption of new Water Service rates (Fuchiwaki) (WWD)
ACTION: Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh moved to continue this item to the meeting of August 18, 2025, and direct staff to provide a report on the status of current projects.
Council Member/Director Litster seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Council Members/Directors Ayala, Litster, Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge, and Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
Council Member/Director Rhodes
None
None
9C. Approval of City Council priority focus areas (Argabrite)(CC) ACTION: Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge moved to approve the priority focused areas as identified during the City Council Retreat held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, with the modification to include housing in the category of Thriving Community.
Council Member/Director Rhodes seconded the motion.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Council Members/Directors Ayala, Rhodes, Litster, Mayor Pro TemNice Chair Judge, and Mayor/Chair Cavanaugh
None
None
None
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REPORTS:
City Council/Board Member/Trustees/Special District Member Reports:
Council Member Ayala reported he participated in the RDP Bylaws Subcommittee review, he accompanied the Girl Scouts to deliver hygiene kits to the Samaritan Center, attended the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, and he attended Commander Ritchie Lew's (Simi Valley Police Department) retirement party. He reported he met with the residents of Runkle Canyon, completed his Performance Evaluation of the City Manager, and he attended the Officer Michael Clark 30th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony.
Council Member Rhodes reported he was out of the Country during much of this period, he participated in the Performance Evaluation of the City Manager (ZOOM), and he attended the Officer Michael Clark 30th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony.
Council Member Litster reported that she attended the Simi Valley Town Center Town Hall meeting, she met with the City Manager, and she commented that the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra will be a part of the next Simi Film Festival in September.
She reported she attended the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, the Misfit Pilates Grand Opening, Enso Verde Project meeting (ZOOM), and she participated in the Performance Evaluation of the City Manager. Council Member Litster reported she took a tour of Runkle Canyon, and she attended the Officer Michael Clark 30th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony.
Mayor Pro Tern Judge reported he met with residents of Runkle Canyon and toured the area to survey damaged streets. He reported he attended the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, he commented he was out of the State for a few days, and he honored the memory of Police Officer Michael Clark.
Mayor Cavanaugh reported she was invited to attend the Simi Sunrise Rotary Club, where she was presented with a 4-foot gavel, she met with Ryan Valencia and Gina Truncale about a Rotary Sister-city event, and she attended Commander Ritchie Lew's (Simi Valley Police Department) retirement party. She reported she participated in the Performance Evaluation of the City Manager (ZOOM), attended the Officer Michael Clark 30th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony, and reminded everyone about the National Night Out event scheduled on August 5, 2025. 1 OB. City Council/Board Member/Special District Member Requests for Future City Council Agenda Items: None
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ADJOURNMENT: Mayor/Chair/President Cavanaugh adjourned the meeting at 10:28 p.m. in memory of Ralph D. Livingstone, to the meeting of August 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. There being no objections, the motion carried through acclamation.
ee Dee Cavanaugh , Mayor o t e City of
Simi Valley, California, Chair of the
Ventura County Waterworks District No. 8