MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/THOUSAND OAKS PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY Thousand Oaks, California August 25, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor/Authority Chair Mikey Taylor called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks, California.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers/Authority Directors Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, and Mayor/Authority Chair Taylor present in chambers.
Also present: City Manager/Authority Executive Director Andrew P. Powers, Assistant City Attorney Noel Doran, Assistant City Manager Ingrid Hardy, Assistant City Manager Akbar Alikhan, City Clerk/Authority Secretary Laura B. Maguire, Finance Director/ City Treasurer/ Authority Treasurer Jaime Boscarino, Community Development Director Kelvin Parker, Public Works Director Nader Heydari, Cultural and Community Services Director Jonathan Serret, Human Resources Director Jeanette Green, Chief Technology Officer Anthony Moore, Police Chief Jeremy Paris, Fire Chief Jeff Shea, Assistant to the City Manager Ryan Roman, Deputy City Clerk Sandra Delgado, Information Technology Supervisor Atanas Beltchev, Senior Video Production Specialist Richard Swingler, Senior Video Production Specialist Ryan Palmer, Assistant Analyst Christy Glaubke, and Senior Recording Secretary Dominga Zambrano.
3. CLOSED SESSION:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). (1 Potential Case)
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Anticipated Litigation: Initiation of litigation; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). (1 Potential Case)
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Pending Litigation: Jeannette Welling/Citizens for Responsible Development in Thousand Oaks vs. City of Thousand Oaks, et al., Ventura County Superior Court Case Number:
2026CUWM071307 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54946.9(a).
Assistant City Attorney Doran announced Closed Session held at 5:00 p.m.
4. CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
Assistant City Attorney Doran announced at 6:00 p.m. that regarding Item No. 3.B. City Council unanimously authorized initiation of litigation; specifics related to the subject matter and litigation parties will be available to the public after litigation is initiated and service of process is completed; and regarding Item Nos. 3.A. and 3.C., there is no reportable action at this time.
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5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 25th Anniversary Remembrance of September 11, 2001
Flag Ceremony by Thousand Oaks Police Department and Ventura County Fire Department Honor Guards in remembrance of September 11, 2001. Mayor/Authority Chair Taylor led the pledge of allegiance.
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR CONTINUANCE OF ANY PUBLIC HEARING, AGENDA ITEM OR REMOTE PARTICIPATION:
Mayor Taylor announced Item No. 10.A. – Appeal of Planning Commission Decision Approving Lot Line Adjustment (PM) 2025-70009 – has been continued to a date uncertain as requested by the appellant.
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A. Museum of Ventura County Presentation
Mayor Taylor introduced Museum of Ventura County Chief Executive Officer Elena Brokaw to provide a presentation on museum programs.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS: To be heard before 6:45 p.m. If additional speakers for public comments remain at 6:45 p.m., remainder of speakers may be called at the end of the meeting. (Resolution Nos. 2011-067/2023-008)
Speakers: Henry, Thousand Oaks; Jack, Thousand Oaks (displayed documents); Scott B.
Bell, Thousand Oaks; Heather Hamilton, Thousand Oaks; Michael, Thousand Oaks; Suzanne Duckett, Thousand Oaks; Rishi Sikh, Thousand Oaks; Dan Twedt, Thousand Oaks.
City Manager Powers addressed public comments.
9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR:
Additional information supplemental packet pertaining to Item No. 9.F.
A. General, Utilities, Golf Course, and Theatres Demands
RECOMMENDATION:
Ratify July 8, 2026, July 15, 2026, July 22, 2026, July 29, 2026, August 5, 2026, August 12, 2026, and August 19, 2026; approve August 26, 2026, September 2, 2026, and September 9, 2026, subject to review and ratification
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
B. Minutes of City Council meeting of July 7, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
C. Thousand Oaks Public Financing Authority Annual Update
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Receive and file annual update.
2. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
D. Westlake Boulevard Landscape Improvements (CI 5652)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Authorize staff to advertise the Westlake Boulevard Landscape Improvements Project (CI 5652) for construction bids.
2. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
E. Moorpark Road Storm Drain Pipe Lining and Repair at Pembridge Street Project (MI 2623)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Authorize staff to advertise the Moorpark Road Storm Drain Pipe Lining and Repair at Pembridge Street Project (MI 2623) for construction bids.
2. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
F. Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Repairs FY 2025-27 Project (MI 2646)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve the project design, specifications, and Addenda Nos. 1, 2 and 3 for construction of the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant (HCTP) Miscellaneous Repairs FY 2025-27 Project (MI 2646).
2. Waive purchasing process requirement under Thousand Oaks Municipal Code 3-10.302 (c) requiring City Council pre- authorization to bid for projects over $220,000.
3. Award construction contract for the HCTP Miscellaneous Repairs FY 2025- 27 Project (MI 2646) to GSE Construction Company, Inc. (Livermore, CA), in the amount of $234,234, plus a contingency of $23,000, for a total construction contract value of $257,234.
4. Authorize expense in the amount of $257,234 ($234,234 construction contract, $23,000 construction contract contingency) from A/C #624- 8250-682-5500 (Wastewater Fund - Contract Services/Construction, MI 2646).
5. Delegate authority to the City Engineer to approve changes in the design, plans, specifications, and working details of the project on work directives and change orders up to the project approved contingency amount.
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
F. Hill Canyon Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Repairs FY 2025-27 Project (MI 2646) (Continued)
RECOMMENDATION: (Continued)
6. Find that the project is Categorically Exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 CCR 15301 (repair/maintenance of an existing facility).
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
G. On-Call Maintenance Service Agreements
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve On- Call Maintenance Services Agreements with 31 companies for three-year terms, each ending December 31, 2029, not-to-exceed $300,000 over the lifetime of the agreement, and not -to-exceed amounts of $75,000 for each individual task order.
2. Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute On-Call Maintenance Services Agreements with qualified contractors and to execute related documents necessary for administration of the agreements, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
3. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
H. Thousand Oaks Transportation Center Security Camera Upgrade Project (CI 5740)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Reject all bids received on May 20, 2026.
2. Authorize staff to re -advertise the Thousand Oaks Transportation Center Security Camera Upgrade (CI 5740) Project for construction bids.
3. Find that this action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
I. Out of Agency Wastewater and Water Service Agreement – 80 South Ventu Park Road APN 673-0-210-060 (Roberto Giulioni Trust)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve an Out of Agency Service Agreement (OASA) with the Roberto Giulioni Trust to provide water and wastewater service for a new single- family residence on 80 South Ventu Park Road (APN 673 -0-210-060) in the Ventura County unincorporated Ventu Park area adjacent to the City of Thousand Oaks.
2. Authorize City Engineer to apply for an OASA with the Ventura Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) and execute all required documents.
3. Authorize City Manager to execute Indemnity Agreement with LAFCo.
4. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
J. Library Materials and Subscriptions
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Authorize expenditure in an amount not to exceed $470,000 in FY 2026- 27 across all vendors for Library circulating materials (books, periodicals, electronic books, audio books, etc.) from A/C #110- 7220-673-3231 (Library Fund - Circulating Books) for the following vendors including but not limited to: Ingram Library Services LLC (St. Louis, MO), OverDrive Inc. (Cleveland, OH), Amazon (Seattle, WA), Midwest Tape (Holland, OH), and EBSCO (Ipswich, MA).
2. Authorize expenditure in an amount not to exceed $280,000 in FY 2026- 27 across all vendors for Library e- resources (databases, subscriptions) from A/C #110-7220-673-6600 (Library Fund - Memberships/Dues/Subscriptions) for the following vendors including but not limited to: Gale Cengage Learning Inc. (Farmington Hills, MI), EBSCO (Ipswich, MA), ProQuest LLC (Ann Arbor, MI), CALIFA Group (San Francisco, CA), Brainfuse Inc. (New York, NY), NewsBank (Naples, FL), Library Ideas (Fairfax, VA), Mango Languages (Farmington Hills, MI), Data Axle (Dallas, TX), Kanopy (Cleveland, OH), Val Soft Ireland Limited (Dublin, Ireland), and OCLC Inc (Denver, CO).
3. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
K. Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee Appointment
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve the re- appointment of Wilfred Garand to serve as the City’s representative to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee for a two-year term ending September 2028.
2. Find that this action is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
L. Arroyo Conejo Open Space Road Grading Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Award General Services Agreement to Blackpointe Group Construction & Management, Inc. (Moorpark, CA), for Road Grading and Maintenance in the Arroyo Conejo Open Space, in the amount of $152,542, plus $20,000 for extra services, for a total not -to-exceed amount of $172,542, with a term ending November 30, 2026.
2. Approve agreement with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and related agencies in the amount not to exceed $144,000 for environmental mitigation credit/offset and authorize the City Engineer and Finance Director to execute all related documents.
3. Authorize expense in FY 2026- 27 in the amount of $316,542 ($152,542 agreement, $144,000 for mitigation credit offset, plus extra services of $20,000) from A/C #621- 8220-682-5699 (Wastewater Fund - Contracted Services Private/Other).
4. Find that the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 CCR 15301 (repair/maintenance of an existing facility).
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
M. Pipeline Upgrades Near Calleguas Turnouts Phase I Project (CI 5493)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve the project design, plans, specifications, and Addenda Nos. 1 through 3 for the construction of the Pipeline Upgrades Near Calleguas Turnouts Phase I Project (CI 5493).
2. Award construction contract for the Pipeline Upgrades Near Calleguas Turnouts Phase I Project (CI 5493) to J.A. Salazar Construction and Supply Corp. (La Habra, CA), in the amount of $1,870,830.15, plus a contingency of $187,000.
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
M. Pipeline Upgrades Near Calleguas Turnouts Phase I Project (CI 5493) (Continued)
RECOMMENDATION: (Continued)
3. Authorize expense in the amount of $2,157,830.15 ($1,870,830.15 construction contract, $187,000 construction contract contingency, and $100,000 for engineering and construction support services and materials testing) from A/C #613-8030-682-8300 (Water Capital Fund – Improvements Other Than Buildings, CI 5493).
4. Delegate authority to the City Engineer to approve changes in the design, plans, specifications, and working details of the project on work directives and change orders up to the project approved contingency amount.
5. Find that the Project is Categorically Exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 CCR 15302 (replacement/reconstruction of an existing facility).
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
N. Mechanical System Upgrades Projects at Hill Canyon Treatment Plant and Los Robles Greens Golf Course (CI 5647 & CI 5662)
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve the project design, specifications, and Addenda Nos. 1 through 4 for the construction of the Mechanical System Upgrades Projects at Hill Canyon Treatment Plan (HCTP) (CI 5647) and Los Robles Greens Golf Course (LRGGC) (CI 5662).
2. Award construction contract to Bon Air, Inc. (Los Angeles, CA), for the Mechanical Systems Upgrades at HCTP (CI 5647) and LRGGC (CI 5662) in the amount of $2,563,200, plus a contingency of $254,420. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
3. Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Glumac (Irvine, CA) to: extend the Agreement term through June 30, 2029; increase the amount by $35,000, for a revised not -to-exceed total of $110,000; and expand the Scope of Work to include construction administration consulting services for the Mechanical System Upgrades Project at HCTP (CI 5647).
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
N. Mechanical System Upgrades Projects at Hill Canyon Treatment Plant and Los Robles Greens Golf Course (CI 5647 & CI 5662) (Continued)
RECOMMENDATION: (Continued)
4. Approve budget appropriation in the amount of $393,015 from A/C# 671-0000- 341-9900 (Golf Course Fund – Net Position) to A/C# 671 -3560-682-8200 (Golf Course Fund - Buildings).
5. Approve budget transfer in the amount of $200,000 from Los Robles Greens Miscellaneous Maintenance Improvements (CI 5390) to Mechanical System Upgrades at LRGGC (CI 5662).
6. Authorize expense in the amount of $2,852,620 ($2,563,200 construction contract, $254,420 construction contingency, $35,000 consultant amendment) as follows: $2,094,200 from A/C #624-8250-682-8200 (Wastewater Fund - Buildings, CI5647) and $758,420 from A/C #671- 3560-682-8200 (Golf Course Fund - Buildings, CI5662).
7. Find that the projects are Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Article 19, Section 15301, Class (1) “minor alterations to existing facilities”.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
O. Geographic Information System Enterprise Licensing Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve sole source procurement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (Esri) for proprietary ArcGIS enterprise licensing available exclusively through Esri.
2. Approve agreement with Ersi (Redlands, CA) for a three- year Enterprise License Agreement and optional additional Geographic Information Systems software subscriptions in an amount of $272,427.50, plus extra services amount of $27,242.75, for a total not -to-exceed amount of $299,670.25 for a three- year period beginning September 1, 2026, through September 1, 2029.
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
O. Geographic Information System Enterprise Licensing Agreement (Continued)
RECOMMENDATION: (Continued)
3. Authorize expenditure in an amount not to exceed $89,092.75 ($61,850 for annual licensing and $27,242.75 for extra services) for FY 2026-27 from A/C #001- 3410-612-6210 (General Fund - Software Licenses) for enterprise licensing agreement and extra services, if necessary.
4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute documents with Esri necessary to effectuate the Agreement within the established not-to-exceed limit, including adjustments to quantities, addition, and substitution of Esri products and services during the agreement term.
5. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
P. Legal Services for Real Estate and Affordable Housing
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve First Amendment to the Legal Services Agreement, Contract No. 13089-2022 with Kane, Ballmer and Berkman (Los Angeles, CA) in the amount of $50,000 for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $150,000.
2. Approve budget appropriation and authorize expenditure in FY 2026- 27 in amount of $50,000 from A/C #001-0000-311-1000 (General Fund - Fund Balance) to A/C #001- 1610-611-5199 (City Attorney - Legal) for legal services relating to real estate transactions and affordable housing regarding 384 N. Erbes Road (Hillcrest Property).
3. Find that this action does not constitute a project as identified in the California Environmental Quality Act.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: Yes
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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9. CITY COUNCIL/TOPFA CONSENT CALENDAR: (Continued)
Q. Consideration of a Public Art Installation at 400 N. Moorpark Road
RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF ARTISTIC MURAL FOR PUBLIC VIEW LOCATED AT 400 NORTH MOORPARK ROAD
RES. NO. 2026-042
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Adopt resolution to approve installation of artistic mural, in public view, at 400 N. Moorpark Road.
2. Find that the installation of the mural at 400 N. Moorpark Road is Categorically Exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to Class 1 Section 15301(a) – Existing Facilities.
LEVINE ACT ITEM: No
Motion by Councilmember/Authority Director Adam to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Appeal of Planning Commission Decision Approving Lot Line Adjustment (PM) 2025-70009
RECOMMENDATION:
Continued as requested by appellant.
Item continued earlier in meeting.
11. STUDY SESSIONS: None.
12. DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
A. Unmanned Aircraft System Program
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve budget appropriation and expenditure for FY 2026-27 in the amount of $701,000 from A/C #001- 0000-311-1000 (General Fund – Fund Balance) as follows: $49,000 to A/C #001- 6610-621-3300 (General Fund – Equipment Less than $10K) and $652,000 to A/C #001-6610-621-5736 (General Fund – Drone as First Responder Program).
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12. DEPARTMENT REPORTS: (Continued)
A. Unmanned Aircraft System Program (Continued)
RECOMMENDATION: (Continued)
2. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act.
Presented by Police Chief Jeremy Paris and Captain Greg Gibson. Additional information supplemental packet.
Speakers: Jack B., Thousand Oaks; Jackson Piper, Newbury Park; Clint Fultz, Thousand Oaks.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Engler to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
13. COMMITTEE/COMMISSION/BOARD REPORTS: None.
14. CITY COUNCIL AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THOUSAND OAKS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REPORTS: None.
15. COUNCIL ISSUES/RECOMMENDATIONS:
A. National League of Cities Summer Board and Leadership Meeting, Louisville, KY - July 8-10, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Receive report.
2. Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Presented by Mayor Pro Tem Engler and Councilmember Newman.
Speaker/Written Statement: None.
Motion by Councilmember Newman to approve staff’s recommendation.
Passed 5-0 by the following vote:
Ayes – Adam, Newman, Gutierrez, Engler, Taylor
Noes – None
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16. CITY MANAGER:
A. Announcements and upcoming issues
City Manager Powers provided an update on the September 15, 2026, City Council meeting.
17. PUBLIC NOTICES: Items listed under Public Notices are a matter of public record only.
These items do not require City Council action.
A. Public Notice – Approval of Tract Map No. 6067; Location: 701 North Wendy Drive; Developer: SHAYNAELY 18, LLC, David Horenstein; Description: 6.84 Acres 6-Lot Subdivision for Commercial Purposes
B. Public Notice – Approval of Parcel Map No. LD 2022-70748; Location: 3839 Auto Mall Drive; Developer: Rusnak Auto Group; Description: 5 Acres 2- Parcel Subdivision for Commercial Purposes
18. ADJOURNMENT: City Council adjourned at 7:46 p.m. to Regular Meeting on September 15, 2026.
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Mikey Taylor, Mayor/Authority Chair
City of Thousand Oaks City Council
Attest:
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Laura B. Maguire, City Clerk/Authority Secretary
City of Thousand Oaks City Council
AGENDA POSTED: August 20, 2026
MINUTES APPROVED: September 15, 2026
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the City of Thousand Oaks City Council on the date cited above.
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