City Council — June 9, 2026

Special Presentations and Proclamations

• The council recognized Unity Conejo for its work supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
• A proclamation honored the Kingsman Shakespeare Company’s 30th anniversary.
• The city issued a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth on behalf of the community.

Council on Aging Annual Report

• Commission Chair Hatfield presented the 2025-2026 annual report highlights.
• Staff confirmed the Resource Directory for Older Adults is available at the Global Center.
• The motion to approve the report based on staff recommendations passed.

Community Social Service Grants

• Committee Chair Warbach recommended awarding nearly $200,000 to 34 applicants.
• Funding requests exceeded the budget, requiring an allocation calculation.
• The council approved the grant recommendations as presented by the committee.

Human Resources Vacancy Report

• Director Green reported a 5.67% vacancy rate for bargaining units.
• Staff noted a transition to new applicant tracking software to aid retention.
• The public hearing concluded with approval of the annual vacancy status.

Landscape and Lighting Assessment District

• Analyst Chavez proposed a 3.02% levy increase based on local inflation.
• Staff discussed annexation of Zone 40 at the former Timber School site.
• Approval followed confirmation that annexation ballots were cast 100% in favor.

Water Management and Contingency Plans

• Superintendent Davlijovic presented plans showing a 40% decrease in usage since 2007.
• Discussions covered imported water reliance and a non-pursued recycling project.
• Staff confirmed plans are updated frequently to monitor population trends.
• The council approved the updated urban water management documents.

SB 707 Technological Disruptions Policy

• Clerk McGuire presented a policy mandated by SB 707 regarding hybrid meeting disruptions.
• City Attorney clarified the policy applies to the City Council as an eligible body.
• The motion to adopt the policy for meeting recess and reconvene procedures passed.

Council Member Report

• Members Adams, Engler, and Taylor reported on attendance at the SCAG Conference.
• Topics included housing finance and transportation for the 2028 Olympics.
• The council approved the report regarding the conference discussion topics.

Closed Session

• The council convened privately to discuss four specific legal agenda items.
• Topics included cases involving the City of Thousand Oaks versus Sana and Robinson versus City.
• Agenda Item 3B was removed following the closed session discussion.
• The council returned to open session after completing the private discussions.

Meeting Summary

Opening and Closed Session

• The meeting was called to order by Mayor Taylor. The City Clerk called the roll, establishing a quorum with all five council members present. The council convened in a closed session to discuss four agenda items: City of Thousand Oaks versus Sana; Robinson versus City; City versus Packard; and the claim of Serrana. One item (3B) was removed from the agenda. Following the closed session, the council returned to open session and recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

Special Presentations and Proclamations

• Three special presentations and proclamations were recognized: 1. Unity Conejo: A proclamation supporting the LGBTQIA+ grassroots organization was presented. Council Member Gutierrez and Unity Conejo Executive Board President Lily Berry addressed the assembly regarding the organization’s work and the significance of the recognition. 2. Kingsman Shakespeare Company: A proclamation recognizing the theater company’s 30th anniversary was presented. Co-founder and Artistic Director Michael Arndt spoke regarding the company's history and upcoming productions. 3. Juneteenth: A proclamation recognizing Juneteenth was presented. Marlena Wallace, Chair of the CVUSD African American District Advisory Council, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the community.

Public Comment

• The City Clerk opened the public comment period, noting four speakers requested to speak. 1. Jeanette Welling addressed concerns regarding city development plans, specifically the TO Ranch development and Main Street master plan. Comments focused on traffic, environmental impacts, and tree canopy protection. The City Manager noted that Assistant City Manager Akbar Alakhan would meet with Ms. Welling to address her concerns. 2. Cheryl Hink proposed "Community Project 250," a volunteer initiative for the nation’s 250th anniversary involving service projects like trash pickups and food collection. The City Manager provided the website for local celebration ideas. 3. Henry requested the official adoption and display of the national motto "In God We Trust" in the public square, citing the Declaration of Independence. 4. Jack echoed the request for the national motto display in City Hall, referencing historical texts regarding inalienable rights.

Consent Calendar

• The consent calendar was discussed. Council Member Newman made a motion to approve the consent calendar. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 13A: Council on Aging Annual Report

• Commission Chair Dorothy Hatfield presented the 2025-2026 Council on Aging Annual Report. The presentation covered the guest speaker series, liaison roles with community organizations, the Older Americans Month proclamation, a volunteer fair, and the release of the third edition of the Resource Directory for Older Adults. Council Member Engler asked regarding the distribution of the directory; the Chair explained availability at the Global Center and through direct outreach. Council Member Newman moved to approve Item 13A based on staff recommendations. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 13B: Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Social Service Grant Recommendations

• Community Funding Review Committee Chair Kyle Warbach presented recommendations for the Social Services Grant Program. Funding requests totaled approximately $314,000, with a budget of $200,000. The committee recommended awarding $199,952.90 to all 34 eligible applicants. Council Member Adams thanked the committee and moved to approve Item 13B. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 10A: Assembly Bill 2561 Vacant Position Status (Public Hearing)

• Human Resources Director Jeanette Green presented the annual vacancy report. The overall vacancy rate for bargaining units was 5.67%, and the turnover rate was 7%. The department noted a transition to a new applicant tracking software and ongoing efforts to improve culture and retention. Council Member Engler inquired about trends driving the vacancy rate. The Director stated the rate was historically low and represented a mix of resignations and retirements. Council Member Adams noted the positive organizational health. The hearing was closed, and Council Member Adams moved to approve Item 10A. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 10B: Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 79-2 (Public Hearing)

• Senior Financial Analyst Miguel Chavez presented the annual levy and annexation report. Assessment rates were proposed to increase by 3.02% based on the local Consumer Price Index. Annexation of Zone 40 at the former Timber School site was discussed. Council Member Newman asked regarding cost recovery policy and rising costs; staff explained the annual adjustment captures inflation, though future projects may be reduced if costs continue to rise significantly. The City Clerk reported that ballots cast for annexation were 100% in favor. Council Member Gutierrez moved to approve Item 10B. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 10C: 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (Public Hearing)

• Utilities Superintendent Mike Davlijovic presented the updated water plans. Key points included a 40% decrease in water usage since 2007 and projections of relatively stable population growth through 2050. Discussions covered reliance on imported water, conservation measures, and a previously proposed water recycling project with the Las Vegas Municipal Water District, which was not pursued due to capital costs and existing contracts with the Camarillo Water District. Council Member Newman inquired about population projection contingencies; staff confirmed plans are updated frequently to monitor trends. The hearing was closed, and Council Member Newman moved to approve Item 10C. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 12A: Senate Bill 707 Policy (Technological Disruptions)

• City Clerk Laura McGuire presented a policy regarding technological disruptions during meetings, mandated by SB 707. The policy outlines procedures for recessing and reconvening meetings during hybrid meeting disruptions. Council Member Gutierrez asked if the policy applied to other commissions; City Attorney Rosemary Kuh clarified it applied to the City Council as an eligible body. Council Member Gutierrez moved to adopt the policy for Item 12A. The motion passed 5-0.

Item 15A: Council Member Report

• Council Members Adams, Engler, and Mayor Taylor reported on their attendance at the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Conference. Topics discussed included housing finance, transportation for the 2028 Olympics, and the impact of artificial intelligence on employment. Mayor Taylor moved to approve Item 15A. The motion passed 5-0.

Adjournment

• The City Manager announced the next meeting would be held on June 23rd, which would include a public hearing on the downtown project entitlement. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned.