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SUSAN McSWEENEY BRAD HALPERN RAY PEARL NED E DAVIS KELLY HONIG Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 10, 2026
CALL TO ORDER:
This regular meeting of the Westlake Village City Council was called to order by Mayor McSweeney on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor McSweeney led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem Halpern, Mayor McSweeney
ABSENT: None
Also Present: City Manager de Geus, City Attorney Boga, Assistant City Manager Wilson, Planning Director Asp, City Engineer Hughes, Assistant to the City Manager Mott, and Accountant Leeds.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Councilmember Davis moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Mayor Pro Tem Halpern seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilmember Honig moved to approve the Minutes of May 13, 2026, City Council Study Session and Regular Meeting. Councilmember Pearl seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
Westlake Village Orchestra - 20th Anniversary Recognition The City Council presented a certificate to the Westlake Village Symphony in celebration of 20 years of enriching the community with beautiful music and inspiring a love for the arts through outstanding concerts. A string quintet played a song for City Council.
Jude Bedel addressed the City Council and conveyed their appreciation for the recognition and gratitude for the City's support.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Ronnie Stone, CEO, Southeast Ventura County YMCA
COUNCIL RESPONSE: None
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilmember Davis expressed his appreciation for the thoughtful gift in honor of his dog Walter's passing. Councilmember Honig stated that Walter had a wonderful life as a member of the Davis family.
STAFF COMMENTS:
City Manager de Geus reported that the Honor Tree Dedication will be held on June 25, 2026 at 5:30 pm in the Civic Center Rear Courtyard. Street paving is complete, with final striping and cleanup expected by June 17, 2026. The Las Virgenes/Malibu Council of Governments' fiber project is underway with minimal impacts, though minor lane closures may occur. A recent Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoint screened 500+ vehicles, resulting in one arrest and six citations.
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STAFF COMMENTS (continued):
Goat grazing for weed abatement will begin in the last week of June, with completion by August 1. The leaf blower rebate program remains open through June. Summer events are underway, including a USA vs. Paraguay match livestream at Berniece Bennett Park on June 12, 2206.
City Manager de Geus also highlighted upcoming Council Committee and City Council agenda items.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE REPORT - AWARD OF NEIGHBORHOOD
BEAUTIFICATION GRANT TO WESTLAKE COLONY HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION
City Engineer Hughes presented a request to award a Neighborhood Beautification Grant to the Westlake Colony Homeowners Association in the amount of $21,035.00.
On May 20, 2026, the Environmental Committee (Honig/Davis) reviewed Neighborhood Beautification Grant Program applications submitted by Westlake Colony, Westlake Cove, and Westlake Pointe Homeowners Associations (HOAs).
Each proposal included landscaping and lighting improvements, with project costs ranging from approximately $30,000 to over $211,000.
The Committee expressed support for the Westlake Colony HOA project, which proposes enhancements to existing landscaping along Agoura Road and improvements at two neighborhood entrances. The total project cost is $30,050, with a grant request of $21,035, consistent with the program's 70/30 cost-sharing guidelines.
Due to budget limitations within the $150,000 program allocation for Fiscal Year 2025-26, the projects submitted by Westlake Cove and Westlake Pointe HOAs exceed available funding. The Committee discussed options for these projects, including reducing project scope or phasing implementation across multiple fiscal years. Staff will continue working with these HOAs to refine their proposals and return to the City Council with recommendations at a later date.
Westlake Colony Board Members Bevin Franco and Jennifer Ryan addressed the City Council.
City Council discussed the opportunity of improving budget efficiency by advancing funding and coordinating projects concurrently to maximize value and cost- effectiveness.
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (continued):
Councilmember Pearl asked if carrying over funds for the Cove and the Pointe would delay other HOAs another year. He suggested refining project scope to ensure a fair distribution of funds.
Mayor Pro Tem Halpern moved to award a Neighborhood Beautification Grant to the Westlake Colony Homeowners Association in the amount of $21,035.00; and authorized the Mayor to sign and execute the Neighborhood Beautification Grant Program Agreement on behalf of the City. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Halpern moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Pearl seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS: Warrants effective June 1, 2026, in the amount of $ 850,473.57 (Warrant Register is on file with the City Clerk) GENERAL BUSINESS:
CONDUCTING THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION FOR THREE COUNCILMEMBER POSITIONS; RESOLUTION
NOS. 2454-26, 2455-26 and 2456-26 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2454-26 to hold a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for three City Council positions, adopted Resolution No. 2455-26 City Council Minutes
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CONSENT CALENDAR (continued):
consolidating a General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on November 3, 2026, and adopted Resolution No. 2456-26 related to Candidate Statement Regulations.
RESOLUTION NO. 2454-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING
OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS
REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES
RESOLUTION NO. 2455-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
RESOLUTION NO. 2456-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE, PERTAINING TO MATERIALS
SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORATE AND THE COSTS OF THE CANDIDATES
STATEMENT FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
2. ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 (SENATE BILL 1) PROJECT LIST FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27; RESOLUTION NO. 2456-26 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2457-26, identifying the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Street Improvement Project to utilize the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 2457-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE IDENTIFYING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
ANNUAL STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO UTILIZE ROAD
MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION ACCOUNT FUNDS
APPROVAL OF A FIVE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CANON
U.S.A. INC. FOR TWO IMAGE FORCE PRINTER/COPIER MACHINES - City Council approved a five-year equipment lease agreement with Canor U.S.A. Inc. for two Image Force copier/printer machines.
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OLD BUSINESS:
1. ADOPTION OF PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27; RESOLUTION NO. 2458-26
City Manager de Geus introduced the proposed budget and emphasized that the draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 budget was presented as aligned with the City's Strategic Plan and Council goals, which are established annually through a goal- setting session and serve as the framework for budget development.
Assistant City Manager Wilson presented the proposed citywide budget at $23.8 million, with $17.2 million (72%) allocated to the General Fund and $6.6 million (28%) to restricted funds. Reflecting a zero-based budgeting approach, the total budget represents a 10% decrease from the current fiscal year.
Citywide revenues are projected at $22. 1 million, a 3% increase, with the primary sources of sales tax, property tax, and transient occupancy tax (TOT) continuing to account for 64% of total revenues. Within the General Fund, revenues are expected to increase by 2.76% to $18.3 million, exceeding expenditures by $1.1 million and resulting in a balanced budget with a surplus. Sales tax is projected to grow by 5.3% in FY 2026, followed by moderate growth in subsequent years, while property tax growth is conservatively estimated at 3.5%. TOT revenues are expected to decline slightly from the prior year's event-driven increase but remain consistent with longer-term trends.
Expenditures continue to prioritize Public Safety and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), representing 19% and 16% of citywide spending, respectively. Within the General Fund, Public Safety remains the largest expense at 24%. The General Fund budget totals $17.2 million, consisting of 20% personnel costs ($3.5 million) and 80% operations ($13.6 million), reflecting the City's contract service model.
The budget increase of $383,000 (2.2%) is modest compared to the prior year's increase and would have been lower absent one-time development-related expenditures. Operational costs are concentrated in four departments, comprising 83% of total General Fund spending.
Personnel adjustments include salary range updates based on the Compensation Study, affecting key leadership positions, along with changes to pension costs, medical premiums, and other staffing-related expenses. The CIP for FY 2026-27 includes 13 projects totaling $3.825 million, a reduction from the prior year.
Funding relies less on unrestricted reserves (55%) and increasingly on external funding sources, reflecting efforts to improve funding efficiency.
Ms. Wilson noted that the City continues to demonstrate strong financial management, with initiatives such as increased investment balances, debt refinancing savings, pension trust funding, and diversified investment strategies.
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expenditures, remaining within the City's policy range of 50%-75% and significantly above typical municipal levels. No changes are proposed to the City's investment policy, and all statutory requirements, including the Gann Limit, are being met. The fee schedule has been updated to reflect previously approved changes.
City Council expressed appreciation for the comprehensive report, the clearly articulated vision and goals, and the emphasis on safeguarding public funds.
Councilmember Pearl moved that City Council adopt Resolution No. 2458-26 adopting and appropriating funds for the operating and capital budgets and Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2026-27, closing appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-26, delegating contract execution authority to the City Manager and establishing appropriations limits as required by the California Constitution. Mayor Pro Tem Halpern seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 2458-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS AND INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2026, CLOSING APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026, DELEGATING CONTRACT EXECUTION AUTHORITY, AND
ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA
CONSTITUTION
NEW BUSINESS:
1. SUMMARY OF SENATE BILL 707 BROWN ACT CHANGES AND ADOPTION OF THREE POLICIES: TELEPHONIC/INTERNET SERVICE DISRUPTION, RESOLUTION NO 2459-26; RULES OF DECORUM, RESOLUTION NO 2460- 26; REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR REMOTE ATTENDANCE FOR A MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL; RESOLUTION NO 2461-26
City Clerk Mann presented an overview of the Brown Act, to ensure open and accessible public meetings with opportunities for public participation and discussed its modernization through Senate Bill 707 (SB 707). Ms. Mann explained that SB 707 updates public access requirements by incorporating current City Council Minutes
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NEW BUSINESS (continued):
technology, including mandates for hybrid meetings that allow remote participation and public comment. Changes were effective January 1, 2026, and full hybrid City Council meeting requirements taking effect July 1, 2026, allowing time for equipment installation and policy development.
City Clerk Mann focused on changes most relevant to the City, particularly hybrid meeting and translation requirements. These provisions apply specifically to City Council meetings:
• To comply with hybrid meeting requirements, the City will continue using its existing Zoom Webinar platform.
• Westlake Village currently does not meet thresholds requiring translation into additional languages.
• The City must maintain a publicly accessible posting board available at all times for community members to post translated agendas; a portion of the kiosk outside the Council Chambers will be designated for this purpose.
• The City is not required to provide interpreters but must accommodate individuals who bring their own. Speakers using interpreters will be allotted double the standard time for public comment. The City will also utilize Zoom's captioning and translation features and incorporate captions into recorded meetings through Granicus.
City Clerk Mann outlined the required disruption policy for hybrid meetings. If internet or telephone service failures prevent remote participation, the City must recess the meeting to attempt restoration. If service cannot be restored within one hour, the meeting may reconvene with a report on the disruption and mitigation efforts; closed sessions may be conducted during the recess if scheduled.
In conclusion, Ms. Mann highlighted the Rules of Decorum policy and Councilmember remote attendance accommodation policy, recommending both for adoption. The changes to public meetings and how to participate will be added to the website.
Councilmembers Honig, Davis, and Mayor Pro Tem Halpern all expressed concerns citing increased bureaucracy, costs, and redundancy with existing public communication options. They emphasized the need for clear rules of decorum and raised concerns about managing disruptive speakers and Americans with Disabilities (ADA) considerations.
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NEW BUSINESS (continued):
Councilmember Pearl expressed concern on misuse of virtual public comments and prior disruptive incidents, questioning the law's effectiveness. City Attorney Boga advised that moderation decisions require careful judgment, warnings, and adherence to First Amendment protections, and confirmed the Mayor may call a recess to consult legal counsel if needed.
Councilmember Davis moved that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2459-26 to adopt the mandated SB 707 Telephonic/Internet Service Disruption Policy, adopt Resolution No. 2460-26 adopting Rules of Decorum and adopt Resolution No. 2461-26 adopting Reasonable Accommodations for Remote Attendance by City Councilmembers Policy. Councilmember Honig seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 2459-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING POLICY RELATED TO DISRUPTION OF CITY
TELEPHONIC OR INTERNET SERVICE DURING CITY COUNCIL HYBRID MEETINGS AS REQUIRED BY SENATE BILL 707 WHICH AMENDED PARTS OF THE RALPH M.
BROWN ACT (GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54950 et seq.)
RESOLUTION NO. 2460-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING POLICY RELATED TO RULES OF DECORUM
FOR PUBLIC CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
RESOLUTION NO. 2461-26: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTLAKE VILLAGE APPROVING POLICY RELATED TO REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATION FOR REMOTE ATTENDANCE AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
FOR A MEMBER OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODY
2. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY ENCROACHMENT REGULATIONS; ORDINANCE NO. 315-26; AND UPDATE
OF ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FEES
City Engineer Hughes outlined an ordinance to adopt updated encroachment permit fees, explaining that encroachment permits are required for any work or activity within the public right-of-way, such as placement of equipment, construction, or use of City streets and sidewalks. She stated that the fees are intended to recover the City's costs associated with reviewing applications, coordinating traffic control, and performing inspections.
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NEW BUSINESS (continued):
Ms. Hughes stated the updated fee structure is designed to more accurately reflect the actual cost of providing these services, ensuring that applicants bear the financial responsibility for projects impacting public infrastructure. The proposed fees include a combination of permit issuance charges, inspection fees, and additional costs based on the size and complexity of the project.
City Engineer Hughes noted that the item was presented for City Council consideration as part of the City's ongoing effort to maintain a fair and sustainable cost-recovery model. Adoption of the resolution would formalize the updated fee schedule and authorize its implementation, ensuring consistency, transparency, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Mayor Pro Tem Halpern moved that Ordinance No. 315-26 be introduced by title only, that further reading be waived, and that a Public Hearing and second reading of the ordinance be set for June 24, 2026. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion.
YES: Councilmembers Honig, Davis, Pearl, Mayor Pro Tem
Halpern, and Mayor McSweeney
NO: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Mayor McSweeney declared the motion passed 5-0.
ORDINANCE NO. 315-26: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE
AMENDING THE WESTLAKE VILLAGE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENT REGULATIONS CHAPTER 7.5 PUBLIC RIGHT-
OF-WAY ENCROACHMENTS AND APPROVING A CEQA EXEMPTION
DETERMINATION
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor McSweeney adjourned the meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Attest: OENESTLAKE
VILLAGE
Antoinette Mann, City Clerk ORATED BELIE
CALIFORNIA