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City Council — January 13, 2026

City Council — January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

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BodyCity Council
MeetingRegular Meeting
Date📅 January 13, 2026

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At a glance

Motion to Pull Item

  • A motion was made to remove Item 9H from the agenda.
  • The motion to pull the item passed unanimously.

Agenda Item 9: Traffic Signal Installation

  • Council discussed the installation of an additional traffic light at the intersection of Pontus and Arbella.
  • Concerns were raised regarding existing traffic flow and the potential for light intrusion into nearby residences.
  • The motion to adopt the item passed unanimously.

Agenda Item 10A: Sale of City-Owned Property and Development Agreement

  • Staff presented a proposal to sell property at 401-403 West Hillcrest Drive to the Conejo Recreation and Park District for $30.4 million.
  • The proposal includes a 30-year development agreement to preserve land use designations under Specific Plan 17.
  • Public comments addressed the purchase price and suggested alternative uses for the proceeds.
  • The motion to approve the sale and development agreement passed unanimously.

Closed Session

  • The Council conferred with real property negotiators regarding 1868 Thousand Oaks Boulevard.
  • The City Clerk reported that no actions were taken during the closed session.

Full summary

Closed Session

  • The Council entered a closed session to confer with real property negotiators regarding 1868 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8. No speakers were present for this item. Upon returning to open session, the City Clerk reported no actions taken during the closed session.

Public Comments

  • Three members of the public addressed the Council.
  • One speaker, a resident of Newberry Park, expressed support for maintaining the current religious zoning for the property at 3947 West Kimber Drive, noting the scarcity of land zoned for religious use in the area.
  • Two speakers representing community organizations provided updates on local incidents involving ICE enforcement actions, including reports of detentions and use of force. They urged the Council to acknowledge these events and the impact on community members.
  • In response to the first speaker, the City Manager clarified that there are no current plans to rezone the property at 3947 West Kimber Drive and that school use is not permitted at that location.

Motion to Pull Item

  • A motion was made to pull Item 9H from the agenda. The motion passed 5-0.

Agenda Item 9: Traffic Signal Installation

  • Council Member Newman moved to adopt the item regarding the installation of an additional traffic light at the intersection of Pontus and Arbella.
  • Discussion: The mover raised concerns regarding traffic flow, noting that the area already contains multiple traffic signals and that the new signal might not improve flow as intended. They also requested that the design process include proper shielding for new street lighting to prevent light intrusion into nearby residences, citing previous complaints about light pollution from food trucks.
  • Decision: The motion to adopt the item passed 5-0.

Agenda Item 10A: Sale of City-Owned Property and Development Agreement

  • The Council held a public hearing to consider the sale of city-owned property at 401-403 West Hillcrest Drive to the Conejo Recreation and Park District (CRPD) and a related development agreement.
  • Staff Presentation: Deputy City Manager Akbar Alikhan presented the proposal, which includes a purchase and sale agreement for $30.4 million and a 30-year development agreement to preserve existing land use designations under Specific Plan 17. The staff recommended approving the sale, authorizing the execution of documents, reading the ordinance title, appropriating $175,000 for surveys and title insurance, recognizing $30.4 million in revenue for Fiscal Year 2026-27, and finding the action exempt from CEQA.
  • Public Comments:
  • One speaker supported the sale to CRPD but suggested a lower price point of $15 million, citing the property’s historical designation and the fact that the land was originally donated for public use.
  • Another speaker supported the transaction but advised the Council to consider alternative uses for the $30.4 million proceeds, such as improving park accessibility and bicycle infrastructure, rather than committing funds to future renovations of the site.
  • Council Discussion: Council members discussed the partnership with CRPD and the preservation of the site as a public asset. One member confirmed the building’s historical designation from 1997.
  • Motion: A motion was made to approve staff recommendations one through six, including the purchase and sale agreement and the development agreement.
  • Decision: The motion passed 5-0. The ordinance title was read as: "An ordinance approving a development agreement with the Conejo Recreation and Park District relating to city-owned property located at 401 and 403 West Hillcrest Drive... Development agreement dagger 2025-7004."

Adjournment

  • The City Manager acknowledged the efforts of staff and CRPD in facilitating the transaction. The Council observed a moment of remembrance for Mayor Emeritus Alex Fiori. The meeting was adjourned, with the next regular meeting scheduled for January 27, 2026.