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SUSAN McSWEENEY
Mayor
BRAD HALPERN
Mayor Pro Tern
RAY PEARL
Councilmember
NEDEDAVIS
Councilmember
KELLY HONIG
Councilmember
CALL TO ORDER:
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
March 25, 2026
This regular meeting of the Westlake Village City Council was called to order by Mayor Mcsweeney on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:31 p.m., at 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Mcsweeney invited Kate Vong and Candence Lee to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Also Present:
Councilmernbers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
None
City Manager de Geus, City Attorney Boga, Assistant City Manager Wilson, City Clerk Mann, Planning Director Asp, City Engineer Hughes, Assistant to the City Manager Mott, Associate Planner Orr, and Planning Intern Anya Kargodorian.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mayor Pro Tern Halpern moved to approve the Minutes of March 11, 2026 City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting. Councilrnernber Pearl seconded the motion.
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilrnernbers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
None
None
None
Mayor Mcsweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
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Councilmember Pearl moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Mayor Pro Tern Halpern seconded the motion.
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
None
None
None
Mayor Mcsweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
Kate Vong, Westlake High School, and Candence Lee, Newbury Park High School, apprised City Council about their initiative call "Team Roll Over Cancer for Blood Cancer United Student Visionaries Program" and highlighted their fundraising efforts. They have led a community wide fundraising and awareness campaign. City Council congratulated them on their efforts and encouraged them to continue in their awareness efforts.
Danielle Borja, President and Chief Executive Officer for the Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, advised Mayor Mcsweeney that she has been selected as the 2026 Chamber's Woman of the Year. Ms. Borja read from the nomination submittal, highlighted Mayor McSweeney's accomplishments and invited Mayor Mcsweeney to the upcoming Gala, May 15, 2026, to receive her award.
Ms. Borja and Chamber Ambassadors presented balloons to Mayor Mcsweeney. City Council stated how proud they are of Mayor Mcsweeney, presented flowers to Mayor Mcsweeny and stated that they are looking forward to celebrating with her on May 15, 2026.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
COUNCIL RESPONSE:
STAFF COMMENTS:
City Manager de Geus congratulated Mayor Mcsweeney on the 2026 Woman of the Year Award. Mr. de Geus provided updates on recent community beautification projects (Community Park Entry Signage and Sight Line Improvement, new trash cans, sidewalk repairs and Berniece Bennet Park Playground project).
Mr. de Geus announced Earth Day and a final reminder for nominations for Citizen and Youth of the Year (closing March 31, 2026) and Westlake Village Community-Foundation Scholarship applications (due by March 31, 2026).
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STAFF COMMENTS (continued):
Mr. de Gues announced that Associate Planner Miles Orr is leaving the City and wished him good luck on his next position at the City of Los Angeles.
City Manager de Geus previewed upcoming Council Committee and City Council agenda items.
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilmember Honig inquired on the number of Leaf Blower rebates received to date.
Staff advised that 67 applications have been processed.
Councilmember Davis advised residents that some snakes are good and to not be afraid of all snakes.
MONTHLY DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS:
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3. Sheriff's Department Report
Captain Dustin Carr presented the Sheriff Department's report for the month of February 2026 covering crime statistics. Captain Carr highlighted a recent EBikes operation, Feeding the Military Event, and Station position vacancies. He also announced the Annual Station Open House will be held on May 2, 2026 from 9 am - Noon.
Captain Carr addressed City Council questions about Flock Cameras and how the Cameras have assisted with solving crimes. Related to E-Bikes, Councilmember Davis suggested an bike event at White Oak Elementary to educate the young students on E-bike safety.
Fire Department Report
Assistant Fire Chief Drew Smith presented the Fire Department's report for the month of February 2026 including the number of fires, medical response calls, and rescue activities conducted.
Library Report
Julie Frieze, Manager, Westlake Village Daniel K. Ludwig Library, presented the library's report for the month of February 2026 covering traffic, circulation, programs, and reference requests.
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
4 1. 2035 STRATEGIC PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT - UPDATE ON THE 2035 STRATEGIC PLAN PROCESS
City Manager de Geus presented an update on the development of the 2035 Strategic Plan. He reported that the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee has met seven times since May 2025 to review the existing 2025 Strategic Plan, assess community feedback, and develop updated draft values, mission, and vision statements. Mr. de Geus noted that the Committee also considered results from the October 2025 Community Survey, which showed strong resident satisfaction with Westlake Village and a consistent desire to preserve the community's character. Committee members reviewed stakeholder input, partner agency perspectives, and Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats (SWOT) analyses and have drafted six proposed goals along with preliminary objectives and strategies.
City Manager de Geus stated that the Committee reached consensus on the draft foundational statements at its March 2026 meeting and continues to refine goal-related programs. The first full draft of the 2035 Strategic Plan will be presented at the joint Study Session with the City Council on April 22, 2026. Staff requested that the Council review the draft goals and objectives and provide any feedback to guide finalization of the plan.
City Council received the update and commented on how the draft is quite easy to read and follow.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 21-001: RESOLUTION NO. 2446-26 Planning Intern Kargodorian presented a request for approval of a time extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 21-001 to allow continued operation of the existing Pilates studio at 31149 Via Colinas, Suite 605. The studio's use remains consistent with the La Baya Zoning District of the North Business Park Specific Plan and continues to operate within the previously approved class sizes, hours, and floor plan. The use was found to be compatible with surrounding commercial tenants and adequately served by existing parking.
On March 4, 2026, the Land Use Committee (Halpern/Pearl) was unable to review due to a lack of quorum. As applicants were already waiting at City Hall, Councilmember Pearl was briefed on this item and recommended that the request proceed to the City Council for a Public Hearing.
Michelle Zimmer, on behalf of Pilates Addiction, addressed City Council. l
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PUBLIC HEARING (continued):
Mayor Pro Tern Halpern moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2446- 26, determining Conditional Use Permit No. 21-001, Modification No. 1 is exempt from CEQA and authorize the continued operation of a Pilates studio located at 31149 Via Colinas, Suite No. 605 (Pilates Addiction). Councilmember Davis seconded the motion.
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern
Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
None
None
None
Mayor Mcsweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 2446-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 21-001, MODIFICATION NO. 1 TO AUTHORIZE THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A PILATES STUDIO LOCATED AT 31149 VIA COLINAS, SUITE NO. 605 (PILATES ADDICTION) MONTHLY IN-HOUSE DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS:
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3. Engineering Department Report
City Engineer Hughes provided the Engineering Report highlighting the Civic Center projects and the Pure Water Project. The status of the various projects at the Civic Center were discussed.
Planning Department Report
Planning Director Asp provided the Planning Department Report highlighting the upcoming Shred Event on April 18, 2026 from 9 am - noon, Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance modification, and announced the General Plan Hazard Update project with a meeting held on March 16, 2026.
Cultural Recreation Report
Assistant to the City Manager Mott provided an update on upcoming Cultural and Recreation events. The City-to-Schools program will conclude with a field trip to City Hall on April 15, 2026 and attendance at the April 22, 2026 City Council meeting. The annual Earth Day activities include a trail clean-up on April 11, 2026 at the Wishbone Trail, the Bi-Annual Shred Event at City Hall on April 18, 2026, and the Earth Day Festival on April 25, 2026 featuring partner booths and community activities.
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
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Councilmember Pearl moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion.
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern
Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
None
None
None
Mayor Mcsweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS: Warrants effective March 15, 2026 in the amount of $957,646.69
GENERAL BUSINESS:
1. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO 313-26. ORDINANCE TITLE: AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO ITS CONTRACT WITH THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM - City Council waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 313-26.
ORDINANCE NO. 313-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO ITS
CONTRACT WITH THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
2. RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENT WITH WESTLAKE VILLAGE GOLF
COURSE FOR THE 2026 FIREWORKS EVENT - City Council approved the Right of Entry Agreement with the Westlake Village Golf Course for the 2026 July 4th fireworks event and authorized the Mayor to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. THOUSAND OAKS BOULEVARD MEDIAN TURNKEY TRANSFORMATION GRANT PROJECT UPDATE: SAFETY STRIP
Assistant to the City Manager Mott provided an update on the Thousand Oaks Boulevard Median Turnkey Transformation Project, funded through the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA). The award provided approximately $504,771 in construction funding for the Westlake Village portion of the project. Median concept designs were approved l
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OLD BUSINESS (continued):
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by the City Council on February 11, 2026, and the final scope of work was completed on March 13, 2026 following coordination among City departments, Las Virgenes Municipal Water District (LVMWD), and Brightview Landscape Services.
Turf removal is scheduled for early April, and construction is expected to take 30 to 40 working days.
Staff presented two safety strip material options, Granite 3"-6" and Can Mix, and requested Council direction to finalize the design. Mr. Mott noted that the City's allocated $200,000 budget covers non-grant portions of the project, with final bids pending. Nearby businesses have been notified, and public communication will continue as construction begins.
City Council discussion included the cost for the safety strip and the materials selected.
City Council direct staff to pause the implementation of the Safety Strip in the Thousand Oaks Boulevard Median Turnkey Transformation project and explore this addition at a later date.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. ACCEPTANCE OF A FULFILLMENT AGREEMENT.(92000000000FUL08) WITH
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ANNUAL STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT •
City Engineer Hughes presented a request for approval of a fulfillment agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to convert the City's remaining Surface Transportation Program-Local (STP-L) balance into $70,945 of Proposition C funds. These funds will reimburse part of the fiscal year (FY) 2025-26 Annual Street Improvement Project, which includes pavement maintenance in the Lakeshore and Southridge Trails neighborhoods and along Via Rocas. Ms. Hughes noted that the project is already fully funded in the City's budget, and accepting the agreement will allow the City to seek reimbursement for eligible construction costs.
Councilmember Pearl moved that the City Council approve fulfillment agreement FA 920000000000FUL08 in the amount of $70,945 with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for the FY 2025-26 Annual Street Improvement Project; and authorize the Mayor to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion.
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NEW BUSINESS (continued):
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YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tern Halpern, and Mayor Mcsweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor Mcsweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Mcsweeney adjourned the meeting at 8:39 p.m.
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