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Agenda Related Items - Meeting of February 22, 2022 Supplemental Packet Date: February 22, 2022

THOUSAND OAKS CITY COUNCIL

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6 In favor Hate speech should NOT be protectedPatricia 8A Opposed I have an objection to the vote that was handed down about the Hilton Hotel at the Janss Mall. I realize you are

looking to help Mr. Stacy (Owner), but he has enough money and business' and the citizens of this city who are looking for a reasonable place to live where they work are in much more need of housing versus the need of the traveling businessman who you are looking to accommodate. Please put the housing issue back at the top where it was before the submission of the Hilton proposal was presented. All you have to do is stand at the position where this Hotel is suppose to be built to see that it is not the appropriate location for such a high building. Put it where the old Armstrong building used to be. Anywhere but at the Janss Mall. As our City Council you were voted in to help the City of Thousand Oaks and it's citizens and not appease the outside companies that want to come in and make our nice community another Valley town. Please reconsider your vote...

Cristina 13A N/A I'd like to make a public statement regarding the attached anti‐hate resolution. My name is Cristina and I grew up in Thousand Oaks. It is the place where my family landed as immigrants to start a new life in our new country. For the last 20 and some odd years, Ventura County has been my home. Councilmember Bill‐de la Peña is on the right track to include anti‐hate, but falls short of the target. The resolution is right to denounce white supremacy, racism, anti‐Semitism and bigotry all around. The first place I suggest the Council begins is with their own words and actions. When there was a public outcry regarding the act of violence (yes, make no mistake that the event on 02/12/2022 was an act of violence) that white supremacist groups enacted on our community, Councilmember Bill‐de la Peña told a group of citizens "there is no need for name‐calling, as it does nothing at all to strive toward a common goal" This is tone‐policing and demonstrates a lack of care. Tone policing demonstrates a disregard for minority groups. Tone policing reveals that this resolution is a cover‐up and not a promise to your constituents. I urge Councilmember Bill‐de la Peña to issue an apology for tone policing and, in addition to passing this resolution, provide funding and concrete resources for minority groups including Black, Indigenous, Latino, Jewish, and LGBT+ residents of Thousand Oaks. When acts of violence are enacted upon the community by white supremacists, there is no greater disregard than to condemn the acts and have virtually no help or consequences enacted. Consequences for vandalism and violence. Support for communities that need help with specificity to their issues. I urge Council to consider changing the municipal code to include symbols, posters, language, literature, and imagery on public property regarding white supremacy and neo‐Nazi a crime. To enact one's first amendment rights is legal. To vandalize one's community should be considered illegal. Consider giving local law enforcement training on how to battle white supremacy. Council, denouncing white supremacy is only the first step of the journey and not the entire way. You have a long way to go, but I believe in our TO Strong community and believe we will either find ways to make this diverse community safe, or elect other officials that will. God bless you all. Thank you for your kind attention.

Barbara Leighton Newbury Park 13A In favor When hateful behaviors arise in public discourse, they need to be countered by strong affirmations that value all residents. Otherwise. bullies feel impunity. I urge the City Council to adopt the Anti‐Hate Resolution to be clear that our City Council is united to serve all residents respectfully.


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Gordon Clint Newbury Park 13A In favorPlease continue to make me proud of my City and its City Council. I look forward to your unanimous support for agenda item 13A.Thank you,

Brian J Collins Thousand Oaks 13A In favor As a resident of Thousand Oaks, a faculty member at Cal Lutheran University, a parent, and an individual continually trying to live up to my anti‐racist commitments and moral obligations each day, I fully support the Anti‐Hate Resolution. Thank you for bringing it forward and for hopefully passing this important resolution. We as a community need to be doing MORE to express and live out our commitment to equity, justice, and anti‐racism.

susan dixon Thousand Oaks 13A In favor As a Jew who has lived in Ventura County for the last 40 years, for my safety and well‐beingand my fellow neighbors, I absolutely insist that the city: Create a more equitable,accessible, safe, welcoming, and inclusive government and community regardlessof race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, age, language, education, and/or socio‐economicstatus

Shannon Anderson Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Thank you for considering this resolution. As someone born and raised in Thousand Oaks, I urgent you to vote yes in order to send a strong message against hate groups.

Lora Novak Oak Park 13A In favor February 20, 2022Dear Council Members,As an English teacher at Westlake High School, I am very concerned about the white supremacist threat in our community. How am I, as an educator, supposed to teach compassion and the dangers of prejudice/intolerance to my students when the community’s leadership early turned a blind eye to the rising hatred and now appears slow to react appropriately. I urge you to pass the Anti‐Hate Resolution. We must stop this white supremacist cancer from spreading in our community and eroding the spirit of inclusion and community that we have all worked tirelessly to achieve. Free speech protection does not extend to those willfully promoting harm to others, especially given this group’s unwillingness to show their faces or to provide their names to police officers who ask. Pass the Anti‐Hate Resolution and protect those whom you were elected to serve.Thank you,Lora NovakWestlake High School English teacher


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Aaron Kitzman Thousand Oaks 13A In favor The hateful display we witnessed on the Lynn Rd overpass was antithetical to everything our city should stand for and demands a strong response. We must send the message that that kind of prejudicial / discriminatory behavior is not welcomed here. While I understand law enforcements position that giving them "air" would only bring more attention to the matter it is my considered opinion that there are times when the need for a strong and united response is required, and this is one of those times.. There are many examples in history where ignoring this type of behavior has equated to tacit approval of it. With that being said, I would like to remind you of the famous quote from Mr. Niemöller that I believe best illustrates this point. He said "First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out— because I was not a trade unionist.Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.It is our time to speak out and so I urge you to not only vote yes on this resolution but to take additional actions to communicate your support of egalitarianism and against hate.

Lori Peters Newbury Park 13A In favor It's time for the Thousand Oaks City Council to SPEAK UP against the hateful behavior we are seeing in our city. What is happening on the overpasses, especially with hooded white supremacists in Newbury Park last Saturday, is disgusting! People driving by our city see this and see us as a city that is safe for bigots (and insurrectionists, hosted by Rob McCoy with his presentation of the pro‐insurrection movie "Capitol Punishment"). Inaction by City Council says that bigotry, racism, hate, and even violence against government leaders (!) are acceptable here. Inaction is also cowardly. I implore you all to pass this resolution, personally condemn these hateful acts, and then move beyond the resolution by establishing advisory committees with members from groups being targeted. Thank you.

Mary Watson Newbury Park 13A In favor we cannot stand by while some people, especially those from out of town, wish to use our public freeway overpasses and walkways to promote white supremacy or other hate oriented displays, saying nothing is not an option!

I support the resolution Newbury Park 13A In favor I support the resolution against hate 100%.Elizabeth Hoskinson Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I urge all city council members to adopt this resolution. Further I think this resolution doesn’t go far enough. A

previous resolution was submitted and was not adopted by this council as a community we should be listening to people who are experiencing racism and responding to their concerns with compassion and with solidarity. Hate has no place here in Thousand Oaks.

Robin Berman Thousand Oaks 13A In favor While I support an anti‐hate resolution, I believe now is the time for TO to take a strong and visible stand against hate. A resolution but also action‐ create an equity task force with a diverse group which must include schools, local police, synagogue, mosque and church representatives, students, CLU, libraries, & youth groups. There needs to be a budget behind the resolution to Support activities of an equity task force including outreach and PR.

Jill Newbury Park 13A In favor I’ve been a resident of Newbury Park for 35 years. This was a somewhat conservative equestrian community when I moved here. I have seen many changes over the years but none so frightening as the hate White Supremacy demonstrations this month. We cannot allow this display of hatred to morph into our community.

Meredyth Leafman Newbury Park 13A In favor I am emphatically against any form of racism or hate in our community. Please take a strong stand against such horrible behavior, sentiment and action


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Michelle Calaba Newbury Park 13A In favor Not in my beloved and diverse community. Do not want hate in our Newbury Park 13A In favor Please do not allow white supremist in our community spewing hate Shoshana Brower Westlake Village 13A In favor I am writing you in regards to the anti‐hate resolution proposed to the city Council. Both as a longtime resident of

Westlake Village and as a longtime member of AAUW, I strongly condemn white supremacy, hate of all forms against all groups. When I first moved to this community, it was looked at as a white community, Westlake Village and Thousand Oaks, even though there were some people of color. As the years have gone by, 38 years, our community has slowly changed, more diverse, and is the better for it. All members of our community should feel supported by others as well as by our city Council.I value that free‐speech is a cornerstone to our democracy but hate speech is not. Racism, antisemitism and hate of other groups is a threat to everyone as well as to public health.I implore you to approve the proposed resolution. Take a stand and speak out against this hate and sign the anti‐resolution proposal.Thank you very much.Shoshana Brower

Agoura Hills 13A In favor What a disgrace to be driving by the Lynn overpass and see white supremacy signs and hate messages. I understand the freedom of speech but this is going too far. These gatherings are also distracting the usual traffic and can create accidents.

Cheryl White Newbury Park 13A In favor I am embarrassed and ashamed by the signs and views represented on February 12,2022. I strongly support this resolution to condemn all acts related to white supremacy or other hate crimes and organizations. While I accept the right to free speech, I feel it is important for citizens and elected officials to condemn such speech lest it create further divisions in our community. Please vote in favor of this resolution and any other actions that may be legally carried out. Thank you,Cheryl White

Lynda Wurtz Newbury Park 13A In favor I have lived in this community for 45 years and raised 2 daughters and am now enjoying 2 grandsons who live in the area. We stay here because of the feeling of community. I have never felt the kind of hatred and divisiveness until recently. I believe many of these people come from other areas to cultivate future believers. My hope in the future lies with my grandchildren who go to school and are friends with children from many cultures and think nothing of it. I thought we had put most of this behind us, but am very discouraged but the recent rise of these hate mongers. While I support freedom of speech I do not support groups that advocate hatred and violence.


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April Amante Simi Valley 13A Opposed I'm a lifelong resident of Simi Valley, music educator, Doctoral candidate, and professional singer. I am writing in support of the group "805 Resistance". While drafting a resolution to address the horrific Neo‐Nazi display of racism and white supremacy was well‐intentioned and the right thing to do, it is too weak and general to create real, meaningful change. Celebrating diversity IS NOT equivalent to condemning white supremacy and racism. To conflate these two things is to diminish the serious nature of white supremacist violence. If you truly care about addressing hate speech and racist violence in your community, it is essential to look to the groups who are led by Black people, like 805 Resistance, and share your power with them so that they can guide you. They proposed a resolution in 2020 that was focused on racism, and intended to create an equity council to identify and address problematic issues in the City of T.O. Unfortunately, you didn't support them, and nothing has changed since then because there are no concrete action plans in place to accomplish your goal of creating safety and inclusiveness for everyone. Your sudden urgency to pass this bland resolution now is performative, especially after ignoring 805 Resistance for the last 2 years wherein many acts of racism and violence against Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) have occurred. I implore you, the Council, to do the right and honest thing by addressing and acknowledging your role in these issues, previous lack of concern, and the fact that your work must begin with addressing your own complicity in white supremacy and how it has permeated local government. Be brave; don't be in denial. If the city is on fire, your own backyard isn't impervious; nobody's is, especially where protecting power and money are concerned. BIPOC deserve safety, especially from the elected officials who are supposed to represent them. None of you have spoken out against the violent hate speech of February 12th, which communicates louder than any words can that you aren't brave enough to denounce white supremacy (the system that is secretly giving so many of us white people undeserved power) and that you are willing to tolerate events like this to keep your power. If this makes you uncomfortable: GOOD. That means you're part of the problem, and you know that you have work to do. Lean into that discomfort and do right by the marginalized members of your community. Bob Engler needs to take a stand and assertively denounce these white supremacists and their violent hate speech, otherwise he is condoning them. According to your draft, if that's the opposite of what you want, then please listen to 805 Resistance and follow their lead.Thank you for hearing me

Annette Mann Newbury Park 13A In favor Our community has been targeted as being friendly to hate groups. We should do everything we can to stop that trend.

Tammy Ditmore Newbury Park 13A In favor Please let it be known that the city of Thousand Oaks does not welcome hate and bigots in our community.

13A In favor I support freedom of speech, but detest their hateful messages. Karen Hamilton Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Hate has no place in the world!Melodi Calderwood Newbury Park 13A In favor I believe it is essential and necessary to make it known that we do not accept any form of hate protests, racial

prejudice, disparaging signs, disruption of our freeways/streets.

Bobby G. Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Thousand Oaks has always been an open minded community, Until recently. Some how hate has creeped in and is trying to bring it to that level and it is increasing daily. We must stop and then reverse this asap or we will become closed minded and miserable.


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Alicia Wolin Westlake Village 13A In favor I wasn’t aware that a group of neo‐nazis and white supremacy individuals appeared in our community. I suppose it’s not surprising that it has arrived in our county since these hate groups have been spreading nation wide. This behavior cannot be tolerated. This hate cannot be tolerated and it must be stopped now! It’s offensive, it’s wrong, it goes against the what our constitution stands for. These are dangerous people with the specific intent to bring violence to our communities and being harm to those that are not aligned with their so called principals. Action against this ideology and hatred must be taken now. Law enforcement and other policy/laws actions/precautions must be implemented now to stop the spread of this despicable trend. It must be stopped now and not allowed to take root. We as a community, as a people must unite against hate and violence no matter our race, ethnicity, religion, gender etc. This is not who we are ( I say with hope). Please address this NOW as it could be devastating if not.

Amy Elias Reed Newbury Park 13A In favor Hate speech and words promoting hate should not be protected under the 1st Amendment and certainly should not be permitted in Thousand Oaks! I am in favor of this resolution! Thank you, council members and Mr. Mayor.

Patricia Saito Newbury Park 13A In favor My Family have been residents of this Community for 47 years.I am a registered voter here in TO, have been employed as an RN, & currently a Red Cross RN in Ventura County.All these 47 years, NP & TO have been a kind, caring, religious, sports‐loving, well educated, open‐minded area to live. This is one of the safest communities in the US.Let’s keep it that way.I will sign petitions, write letters, whatever we need to do to keepus a good, loving community.Please count my vote FOR yourAnti‐Hate Resolution.Thank you for all you Do!

Daniel Moody Newbury Park 13A In favor Yesterday I emailed the council what I consider to be critical information regarding the white supremacist hate group recruiting in Newbury Park on Feb 12th. It is crucial that the material is reviewed carefully as it provides context to the true nature and objectives of these groups who hide their identities and intolerant motivations. I would be happy to provide all the supporting documentation if requested. The threat to our community by this white supremacist/racist rhetoric must not be diluted or downplayed when deciding on a community response. I am available to show anyone on the council the sick and vile statements, writings, and images the specific WLM group shares if any of you have the stomach for it. Please do not ignore or minimize this threat. And please consider the voices of our local activists who are committed to promoting and protecting equality and inclusion in our community. Thank you.

Wendy Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Sadly, Thousand Oaks tolerance for hate crimes and the promotion of hate has drastically changed since I first moved here in 2002. There needs to be swift, firm, action and consequences to the promotion or tolerance of any kind of hatred in our communities‐ or will be complicit in our silence and in‐action!!!


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Melissa Chamasmani Westlake Village 13A In favor So sad my children had to see this sign. Banners like this are dangerous for drivers, cause nothing but hatred and condone racism.

Kristiana Newbury Park 13A In favor I do not support any type of hate or symbol of racism. It is saddening to see hateful symbols all across an overpass and be slowed down in traffic because of it. Freedom of speech is one thing…inciting hate and disruption in the community is another.

Joseph Dolan Thousand Oaks 13A In favor We won’t tolerate hate of ANY kind in our beautiful Thousand Oaks community! Plus, banners of any sort should be banned on overpasses! Isn’t it obvious the danger this could cause to drivers?

Robbin Close Newbury Park 13A In favor I was very disappointed to see hatred toward Jewish people posted on the overpass last week. We are only 2 % of the US population and the world’s population. We are strong, resilient people and good people with a 3‐4000 year history. There are many people who want America to be white and Christian again. Many do live and worship in this community…Thousand Oaks. I do think especially at G‐d Speak church. Please look into this unfortunate situation. Thank you!

Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Stop letting people use Thousand Oaks to freely display their signs of hate. It is so disturbing to explain to my children what they are doing there, and why no one is stopping them. Spreading hate like that where everyone has to witness it should not be tolerated in any way. Please put an end to it, and let Thousand Oaks be known for a city that does not tolerate or condone hate!!

Carol Oberle Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Hate has no place in our lives.

T.O. Resident since 1966Newbury Park 13A In favor These supremacist banners do not belong in our city or anywhere. Please put a stop this before it becomes a

regular occurrence on our overpasses or anywhere else in the city. This is not only disgusting but a traffic hazard as is the protesting on the Lynn Rd overpass. Traffic is backed up for miles, what happens if an emergency vehicle needs to get through or someone is trying to get their loved one to Los Robles Hospital?

Reverend Nica Eaton‐GuNewbury Park 13A In favor Given TO City Council's number No. 1 goal to "Create a more equitable, accessible, safe, welcoming, and inclusive government and community", passing this anti‐hate resolution is of greatest importance. We want to continue to be known as a safe, caring community in which all are welcome. My faith as a Unitarian Universalist Minister calls me to love all my neighbors, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, language, education, and/or socio‐economic status. There is no room for hate in this community. We want safety and kindness for all our residents, and this resolution helps everyone feel safer and more welcomed. Please pass this resolution urgently. Thank you.


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Randall Edwards Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I urge the Council to unanimously pass the Anti‐Hate Resolution. We must do all we can to make clear that white supremacists and any groups that commit actions which promote fear and hate have no place here. I applaud the resolution's restatement of the number 1 goal to create a more equitable, accessible, safe, welcoming, and inclusive government and community as well as the intention to promote greater understanding and celebration of diversity.

Cynthia C. Zipser Thousand Oaks 13A In favor NOT in my city! These white supremacists and their hate have got to go. It is not acceptable ANYWHERE. There has to be consequences. My first awareness that I moved to a city that had these kind of people was many years ago when my neighbors (Jewish and Muslim partners) had their house attacked in North Ranch for displaying the star of David during the Holidays. Fast forward to almost 2 years ago, a group of these despicable people gathered in front of Sprouts market, invading on the personal space of those who wore masks and intimidating them to not wear their masks, with their insults and their brawn, resulting in the police having to be called to help. And now, the banners on the overpass. Please do something. I feel like we're going right back to the 1930's ‐‐ it erodes slowly and steadily. Thank you.

John Cominski Thousand Oaks 13A Opposed As I understand the resolution it states that TO is a racist city/community. This a false and inflammatory accusation by a public servant who now needs to resign so she is not the face or person who represents the City. To say publicly and accuse all citizens of racism is a disgrace and only further divides the community and will likely promote the very racism she now find politically expedient.

Tina Newbury Park 13A In favor Please adopt the Anti‐Hate Resolution. It's frightening to think school aged children can read the dreaded hate speech while their minds are impressionable. And, from an adult perspective, it's poisoning our community, allowing what used to be differences of opinion to become neighbor vs. neighbor. Let's adopt kindness in its place.

merle mclain Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Not interested in what such small minds have to say. Everyone has a right to their opinions but putting banners across the 101 or any other roadway constitutes a hazard and should not be allowed.

Newbury Park 13A In favor This hate flag stuff should be banned in Conejo valleyJosé Luis Pino 13A In favor Adopting the anti‐hate resolution is the minimum that the city should do. The city should probe why the police

response was so anemic. These individuals should have cited as they had hung their banners outside of the fencing is a dangerous manner.


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Travis Thousand Oaks 13A Opposed To all neighbors and residents, this proposal is racist in its title and intention. The fact that it assumes there is any support within our community for racist ideals is horrific. The wording of the proposal singles out a skin color and not an ethnicity. For what reason has the author/sponsor left out other race based supremacy groups from scrutiny? Even within the title, Anti‐hate, I find irony. Of course we are anti hate. It is exact proposals such as this that further attempt to divide our community, when the hateful speech is perpetrated by unwelcome outsiders and not a majority opinion. The constant attention given to horrific actions such as this display, only further emboldens the bigots which perpetrate the action. It is that, an opinion. In our country every citizen has the right to bring their opinion to a community forum. In that forum we can come together and show our support for all of our neighbors regardless of race, gender or creed.Increasing the amount of regulation on speech and increasing our local government’s involvement in our freedom of expression may be applied in this case reasonable and fairly. However, when the government does not carry the popular opinion and we have normalized the regulation of civil rights, we will be exposed to the possibility of a return to the horrific injustices perpetuated by that same government in the past. The solution is less government, less regulation and more personal responsibility. Personally, I am disgusted by the words and presence of the hate that was displayed recently from our neighborhood freeway overpass. However, the responsible thing would be for me to have stopped and spoken to the people flying the banner, and with rational thought attempt to educate and enlighten those who obviously were short on both. That would be bold and brave. Action in the moment. Posturing to a congregation post incident, is not.Thank you.

paula osterbrink Thousand Oaks 13A In favor The Nazi hate signs on the overpass were most upsetting, and need to be answered. I support this resolution as a small step in stating our City's position against hate speech, and making the "other" our enemy. We will not tolerate hate and division in our lovely community.

Elizabeth Gargano Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I support the resolution to condemn hate in our community. This should NOT be tolerated within our City!

Bethany Riddle Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Do better. While I'm in favor of the resolution, it is literally the bare minimum that can be done. Especially since there were white supremacists spreading their hate in our city less than 2 weeks ago. We need real action and accountability not performative resolutions.

Margaret Hahn Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I have lived in Thousand Oaks for 38 years. I love this city. What I have seen occurring over the last couple of years breaks my heart. It is not a surprise to me that this white supremacist group targeted Thousand Oaks for recruitment purposes. Racism in all its forms and the white supremacy philosophy in particular are despicable and must not be tolerated in our community. Please enact the proposed Anti‐Hate Resolution.


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Danielle Vega Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Hello, my name is Danielle Vega. I am a registered voter and U.S. Citizen and my zip code is 91362. As a 30‐year resident of Thousand Oaks, California, I’m writing to request that our city leadership commit to Agenda Item 13A‐Anti Hate Resolution. Bigotry, white supremacy, and anti‐Semitism rhetoric will NOT be tolerated and we must actively be ANTI RACIST. I appreciate your time and I look forward to seeing how Thousand Oaks city leaders address this matter.

Best Regards,Danielle

13A In favor My father was in the Jewish Ghetto in Budapest when he was a child, his father was killed in a concentration camp. This is how it starts...

Rebecca Zemlyn Thousand Oaks 13A In favor Hate has no place in this beautiful, safe place I’ve called home for 35 years. Thank you.

Newbury Park 13A In favor I am a strong free speech advocate. But hate speech is not free speech. As a community we must stand against hate speech and hate crimes.

Newbury Park 13A In favor This hateful subversive situation should be condemned William Figge Thousand Oaks 13A N/A If the Anti‐Hate Resolution is in response to the "White Lives Matter" bridge signage that was recently displayed, I

urge the Council to please consider that this message should not be considered hate speech any more than "Black Lives Matter" because we should accept that "All Lives Matter" and act accordingly. I realize that this topic has been ideologically and emotionally charged, but objectively it shouldn't be and everyone would benefit if we could all respect all others. Thank you for the work you do for our City.

Newbury Park 13A In favor Stop hate!Karen J Abrahams Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I hope that the members of the city council would agree on such a Resolution,, so that it be known that the

governors of Thousand Oaks, despite the presence of bigots, white supremacists and antisemites in the community, are united in favor of a Resolution that states their opposition to Hate Speech of all kinds.Thank you for this opportunity to support the Resolution.

Sylvia and Gary Johnson Newbury Park 13A In favor I am strongly in favor of passing the Anti‐Hate Resolution.Samantha Joy Thousand Oaks 13A In favor As an Asian woman, a survivor of sexual assault, and a resident of Thousand Oaks, I am outraged by the hate and

bigotry rampant in Ventura County. It is time for this council to address the continued violence inflicted on Black, Asian, Latino, Jewish, Muslim, and other vulnerable communities. Councilwoman Peña’s resolution is only the beginning to the necessary change in order to protect and save lives. We need more than performative words. We demand the council to take meaningful action to denounce Nazis, Proud Boys, 3 percenters, Oath Keepers and all white supremacists groups threatening the safety of our community. Your silence and inaction will continue to cost lives and will no longer be tolerated. The time is now for this council to acknowledge the violence and hate happening in our neighborhoods and enact real change.


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David Shain Thousand Oaks 13A In favor White supremacists pose an ongoing and terrifying threat to our community‐it is essential that we take a strong stand against this poisonous philosophy. One Hitler was enough!

Lester Schwartz Thousand Oaks 13A In favor I am in support of keeping people who hate out of our town. Bonnie Shubb Newbury Park 13A In favor In addition to their attitude that Black Lives do not matter, the people who came to our city a week ago Saturday

were proponents of Nazi antisemitic attitudes, using the same phrases that were used by the Nazi's in Germany under Hitler. This is way beyond giving equal status and opportunity to all people‐‐this hate is life threatening! We must keep them and those advocating similar beliefs out of Thousand Oaks!

Susan Fine Newbury Park 13A In favor No hate speech is acceptable here. Sarah Shain Westlake Village 13A In favor Hate speech of any kind is reprehensible and has no place in our community.

13A In favor We cannot tolerate hate of any kind. Thank you.Nancy Dolan 13A In favor We should not tolerate hate toward anyone. Hate crimes have NO place in our city. We stand with all others

in favor of anti‐hate resolution. Plus, shouldn't we ban any banners on overpasses? These are dangerous toall drivers below. This includes any PRO WHITE banners.

Suzanne Ferrell 13A In favor I would like my city to take a stand against hate speech such as the display by the white suprematists recently active on the bridge over the 101 freeway.

Robert McElwain Newbury Park 13A In favor Please adopt this anti‐hate resolution for Thousand Oaks as a testament to our resolve.

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ITEM 8.B.

From: Deane Wolcott <[email protected]> Date: February 14, 2022 at 10:07:24 AM PST To: Al Adam <[email protected]> Subject: Cancer Support Community V/V/SB Property Sale of 530 Hampshire Road‐ Request

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Councilman Adams, I am e‐mailing you in my role as Co‐Chair, Board of Directors, Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara. I am attaching a letter from our Board of Directors to the Thousand Oaks City Council Mayor and all Council Members. This letter:

1. Provides overview information concerning the CSC V/V/SB (which has served the Thousand Oaks and Conejo Valley communities for more than 30 years); the comprehensive, free supportive care services we provide to cancer patients, their family members, and caregivers; and the value these services bring to our participants/community members and to the TO/CV cancer care provider community

2. Articulates the financial stresses that CSC V/V/SB faces in the ownership of the 530 Hampshire Facility, the reasons we decided to sell the property as an urgent priority, the fact this property has been in escrow since June, 2021, and the hardship basis for our request that the Thousand Oaks City Council exempt our property from the moratorium or extension related to the buyers proposed use of this property

I will also leave a brief message on your Council member phone number. If your schedule allows prior to the next Thousand Oaks Council meeting, I would greatly appreciate a brief call to provide any further information which might helpful to you in considering this request. I can be reached at (805) 405‐8949. I thank you in advance for your consideration of this letter and of our request. Sincerely, Deane L. Wolcott, M.D., DLFAPA, FACLP, FAPOS Co‐Chair, Board of Directors, Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara Sent from Mail for Windows

Honorary Chairman of the Board Harold H. Benjamin, PhD in memoriam Executive Director Monica Merryman Board of Directors Lida Chu, Co-Chair Deane Wolcott, MD, Co-Chair Sharon Altman, CPA, Treasurer Lisa Takami, Secretary Phil Dipaola, MA, LMFT, Past Chair Lisa Allison, CPA Freddy A. Carrillo John Cofiell Barry Garapedian Beth Kin, RN, MS, OCN Kenneth Kossoff Linda Northrup Andrea Roschke, CPA Terry Schmidt Daniel Stepenosky, Ed.D. Kathryn Stiles William Thomas David Wank Board of Trustees Frank Bellinghiere Robin Campbell Larry N. Colson Scott Hansen Alan Hopkins Richard Jones Pamela Kehaly Virginia Kreuzberger Leonard M. Linton Bob Machon Diana Malmquist Gary McCrite Michael Mullen Margaret Serjak Stephen Spector Gary M. Thomas Martha Vincent Professional Advisory Board Shahryar Ashouri, MD Natasha Banerjee, MD Mai Brooks, MD Nancy Jo Bush, DN David Chi, MD Lanyard Dial, MD Sylvia Fowler, MD Scott Irwin, MD Beth Kin, RN, MS, OCN Virginia Kreuzberger, RN Steven Lau, MD Karen Ortiz Kathryn Stiles Amanda Szuck, MPH Deane Wolcott, MD Dawn Wood, MD, MPH

February 10, 2022 Dear Honorable Mayor Engler and Council Members Jones, Bill-de la Pena, Adam and McNamee: We are writing as the Board of Directors for Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara (CSCVVSB) to provide some context on the moratorium currently placed on the sale of our headquarters at 530 Hampshire Road. The property is currently in escrow since June 2021 so that CSCVVSB can relocate to a new facility to better serve those touched by cancer and to assure the long-term financial stability of the organization. The City’s current self-storage moratorium and contemplated ten-and-a-half-month extension will have a materially detrimental effect on our ability to achieve these two goals. For over 30 years, CSCVVSB has provided a full range of support groups, education, healthy lifestyle classes, social connections/networking events, and information and referral services to cancer patients, their family members, and caregivers who reside in the County of Ventura. We also serve Santa Barbara County and the San Fernando Valley. All cancer care providers are welcome to refer their patients for our services, which thereby enhances the overall quality of cancer care they provide to their patients. Many of these providers also serve on our Professional Advisory Board and weigh in on programs needed and areas where we can continue to provide value and quality of life to their patients. All services are provided at no cost to all our community members, supported mostly by foundations, corporations and individual donors, many of whom previously received services during their cancer journey. We are fortunate to receive annual support from local organizations such as Amgen, Los Robles Hospital, Dole Foods, UCLA Health, The Hilton Foundation, Cassar Family Foundation, Bank of America and Ventura County Community Foundation. Annually, the majority of our participants are your constituents, who live within the City of Thousand Oaks and neighboring geography. In the past year alone, we provided over 9,000 service hours to participants, encompassing 8,000 visits to support groups, counseling sessions, educational workshops, and social events. Our community members overwhelmingly report they have greatly benefitted from our services as they cope with the stresses of a cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment. Through a participant survey, 97% of participants indicated that they would recommend CSCVVSB to others. After receiving support from our organization, a majority of participants feel an improved partnership with their healthcare team, have gained useful information to better manage treatment, feel more empowered to manage their illness, feel better able to cope with distress, and have an improved quality of life. We remain the largest community provider


Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.

530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361 www.CancerSupportVvsb.org [email protected] O:(805) 379-4777 F:(805) 371-6231

of free comprehensive cancer supportive care services, supporting all Thousand Oaks and Conejo Valley cancer care providers and their patients. Our current, aging facility has become a major financial burden. This cost greatly threatens our ability to continue to provide the level of free services to our community members which they need and the long-term financial viability of our 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. CSCVVSB is currently looking to relocate within this service area, to a more affordable office lease, thus minimizing our operational expenses, and thereby reserving the money needed to continue to provide services at no cost to our community. The anticipated sales price of the property will allow CSCVVSB to continue this much needed service to our community. The property’s buyer has been developing plans for its proposed use, according to current industrial zoning, since we entered escrow in June 2021. We understand the buyer has been in communication with City officials regarding the comments after the initial application process, making necessary adjustments to their initial design and proposed site plan. Due to the hardship to CSCVVSB and the members of the community touched by cancer, the Board respectfully requests that the City exempt our property from any moratorium or extension related to the buyer’s proposed use. On behalf of the Board of Directors, our staff and our participants, we thank the City Council for learning about CSCVVSB’s goals and services, as well as listening to our concerns. Respectfully, Lida Chu, Board Co-Chair Deane Wolcott, M.D., DLFAPA, FACLP, FAPOS – Board Co-Chair Terry Canfield-Schmidt, Board Member & Relocation Task Force Chair Monica Merryman, Executive Director Cancer Support Community cc: City Manager Powers

From: Monica Merryman <[email protected]> Date: February 11, 2022 at 12:14:07 PM PST To: Al Adam <[email protected]> Subject: City Self‐Storage Moratorium

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi, good afternoon, Councilmember Adam: We would welcome the opportunity to have a short conversation with you with regards to the attached, prior to the February 22nd City Council meeting. Thank you for your time! Be well, Monica Monica E. Merryman Executive Director 530 Hampshire Road Westlake Village, CA 91361 (805) 701‐8150 Cell (805) 379‐4777 Ext. 237 (805) 371‐6231 Fax www.CancerSupportvvsb.org


February 10, 2022 Dear Honorable Mayor Engler and Council Members Jones, Bill-de la Pena, Adam and McNamee: We are writing as the Board of Directors for Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara (CSCVVSB) to provide some context on the moratorium currently placed on the sale of our headquarters at 530 Hampshire Road. The property is currently in escrow since June 2021 so that CSCVVSB can relocate to a new facility to better serve those touched by cancer and to assure the long-term financial stability of the organization. The City’s current self-storage moratorium and contemplated ten-and-a-half-month extension will have a materially detrimental effect on our ability to achieve these two goals. For over 30 years, CSCVVSB has provided a full range of support groups, education, healthy lifestyle classes, social connections/networking events, and information and referral services to cancer patients, their family members, and caregivers who reside in the County of Ventura. We also serve Santa Barbara County and the San Fernando Valley. All cancer care providers are welcome to refer their patients for our services, which thereby enhances the overall quality of cancer care they provide to their patients. Many of these providers also serve on our Professional Advisory Board and weigh in on programs needed and areas where we can continue to provide value and quality of life to their patients. All services are provided at no cost to all our community members, supported mostly by foundations, corporations and individual donors, many of whom previously received services during their cancer journey. We are fortunate to receive annual support from local organizations such as Amgen, Los Robles Hospital, Dole Foods, UCLA Health, The Hilton Foundation, Cassar Family Foundation, Bank of America and Ventura County Community Foundation. Annually, the majority of our participants are your constituents, who live within the City of Thousand Oaks and neighboring geography. In the past year alone, we provided over 9,000 service hours to participants, encompassing 8,000 visits to support groups, counseling sessions, educational workshops, and social events. Our community members overwhelmingly report they have greatly benefitted from our services as they cope with the stresses of a cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment. Through a participant survey, 97% of participants indicated that they would recommend CSCVVSB to others. After receiving support from our organization, a majority of participants feel an improved partnership with their healthcare team, have gained useful information to better manage treatment, feel more empowered to manage their illness, feel better able to cope with distress, and have an improved quality of life. We remain the largest community provider


Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.

530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361 www.CancerSupportVvsb.org [email protected] O:(805) 379-4777 F:(805) 371-6231

of free comprehensive cancer supportive care services, supporting all Thousand Oaks and Conejo Valley cancer care providers and their patients. Our current, aging facility has become a major financial burden. This cost greatly threatens our ability to continue to provide the level of free services to our community members which they need and the long-term financial viability of our 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. CSCVVSB is currently looking to relocate within this service area, to a more affordable office lease, thus minimizing our operational expenses, and thereby reserving the money needed to continue to provide services at no cost to our community. The anticipated sales price of the property will allow CSCVVSB to continue this much needed service to our community. The property’s buyer has been developing plans for its proposed use, according to current industrial zoning, since we entered escrow in June 2021. We understand the buyer has been in communication with City officials regarding the comments after the initial application process, making necessary adjustments to their initial design and proposed site plan. Due to the hardship to CSCVVSB and the members of the community touched by cancer, the Board respectfully requests that the City exempt our property from any moratorium or extension related to the buyer’s proposed use. On behalf of the Board of Directors, our staff and our participants, we thank the City Council for learning about CSCVVSB’s goals and services, as well as listening to our concerns. Respectfully, Lida Chu, Board Co-Chair Deane Wolcott, M.D., DLFAPA, FACLP, FAPOS – Board Co-Chair Terry Canfield-Schmidt, Board Member & Relocation Task Force Chair Monica Merryman, Executive Director Cancer Support Community cc: City Manager Powers

From: Stephen Kearns Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 4:05 PM To: [email protected]; Deane Wolcott <[email protected]> Cc: Kelvin Parker <[email protected]>; Katie Morris <[email protected]> Subject: City Self‐Storage Moratorium Good Afternoon Ms. Merryman and Ms. Wolcott, Thank you for submitting your concerns regarding the contemplated moratorium extension. Councilmember Adam forwarded your correspondence to the Community Development Department for review and response. Your email and correspondence will also be included as material for the entire City Council to consider in advance of the February 22nd City Council hearing. You can also attend the meeting in person or attend virtually and speak on the matter. Links and instructions to the virtual Zoom meeting will be provided on the City website at www.toaks.org Thursday evening. To briefly touch on the reasons for the contemplated action, I’d like to clarify a couple of items. The purpose of the requested moratorium extension is to allow the city time to evaluate the appropriateness of permitting additional self‐storage facilities in the city. This is not an indicator that there will be a self‐storage prohibition in the future, rather an indicator that there will be consideration of adopting specifically crafted findings, development standards, and processes as tools to evaluate future requests. Currently there are 15 facilities in the city, which is one of the largest numbers existing within any city of the County. Consistent with several General Plan Policies, Economic Development Strategic Action Plan, and City Council’s desire to continue to guide development in an orderly and economically viable manner, staff believes it is timely and important to fully evaluate standards applicable to these developments. In regard to 530 Hampshire Road, the city received an informal preapplication request from “Premiere Storage Investors” providing a concept for self‐storage on this site. Staff from the city and other public agencies conducted a meeting with the applicant and discouraged this particular use at this location (for reasons specified in the attachment). Staff also clarified that the Industrial Park (M‐1) zoning designation for property accommodates many permitted uses that do not require a Special Use Permit. It was suggested that the applicant team consider permitted business operations listed in the zoning use matrix as potential development options for the property. Since our meeting, we have not received another application request for this location. I hope this information helps. Please let me know if have questions. Sincerely, Steve Stephen Kearns, Planning Manager Community Development Department [email protected] 805‐449‐2315

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PRE-APPLICATION (PAR) REVIEW MEETING SUMMARY DATE: October 4, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.

Applicant: Premiere Storage Investors Case #: PAR 2021-70465 Associated Case #:

Location: 530 Hampshire Road (APN 698-0-011-115) Land Use: Industrial Zoning: M-1 (Industrial Park) Request: To demolish an existing industrial building and construct a new 67,500 square foot

self-storage building, including surface parking, landscaping, walls, and grading on approximately 1.05-acres

Below is a summary of the Pre-Application Review meeting between applicant, applicant representatives, City Staff and other Agencies. After preliminary analysis, it is recommended that you give careful consideration to the following items: Legend: A: Acceptable with minor revisions Rev: Revise Req: Required N/A: Not applicable P: See plans

Table A – Project Review Criteria No. ITEM A Rev Req N/A P 1. CONCEPT X X 2. PARKING X X 3. LANDSCAPING X X X 4. PRIVATE OPEN SPACE X 5. ARCHITECTURE X X X 6. CIRCULATION X X 7. LIGHTING X X 8. GRADING/DRAINAGE X X 9. OVERHEAD UTILITIES X 10. OAK/LANDMARK TREES X X 11. PUBLIC EXTERIOR SPACE X 12. PRELIMINARY ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT X 13. REQUIRED APPLICATION(S) AND FEES X 14. SUBMITTAL OF FORMAL APPLICATION X 15. OTHER DEPARTMENTS/AGENCIES/ENTITIES X The items identified in Table A, are discussed in further detail below and shall be considered for the submittal of the formal application.

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1. Concept

A. Key Considerations: a) Based on the M-1 zoning designation, the proposed self-storage facility requires a

Special Use Permit (SUP). • Pursuant to Section 9-4.2105 of the Thousand Oaks Municipal Code (TOMC), a

proposed use requiring a SUP and located within 400 feet of existing residential uses, will require review and approval by the Planning Commission.

• Planning Commission may approve a Special Use Permit, as conditioned, based on findings (1) through (5): (1) The project is consistent with the Thousand Oaks General Plan; (2) The project complies with all applicable laws, regulations and policies,

including the Thousand Oaks Municipal Code; (3) The project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general

welfare; (4) The project has been reviewed in conformance with the provisions of the

California Environmental Quality Act; and (5) The proposed use at the proposed location will be compatible with land uses

in the vicinity.

b) Based on site investigation, project plans, and existing surrounding uses, staff has determined that the proposed project is not consistent with the Thousand Oaks General Plan and any applicable specific plan or redevelopment plan in that the proposed project impacts existing oak and landmark trees on the subject site, is not consistent with the Economic Development Strategic plan and Scenic Highway’s element, including various General Plan Goals and Policies. The proposed project cannot be supported due to the following:

Oak and Landmark Trees The proposed project, as designed, requires removal and encroachment into the protected zone of several oak and California sycamore trees. As designed the proposed project is not consistent with the Conservation and Forestry Elements of the General Plan, including the Oak Tree Preservation and Protection Ordinance. The tree removal and encroachments appear contrary to the purpose and intent of Oak Tree Preservation and Protection Ordinance in that there are no existing site constraints demonstrating the need to design a project in a manner that significantly impacts existing oak and landmark trees. Design alternatives should be evaluated for the proposed project, with site improvements that minimizes impacts to the oak and landmark trees to the maximum extent feasible.

Economic Development Strategic Plan

On September 12, 2017, City Council approved an Economic Development Strategic Plan (Plan). The Plan is a long-term vision that focuses on the economic growth of the City over the next 10 years. Central to the Plan are strategic recommendations designed to help the City maintain its financial health, achieve future economic

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growth and social vitality, maintain a high quality of life, and create environmentally sustainable neighborhoods. The proposed demolition of an existing industrial building to construct a new self-storage facility is not consistent with the Economic Development Strategic Plan which recommends:

1. Creating an Innovation Campus/Research Park which can be coupled with workforce housing and supporting commercial services, such as retail, restaurant, and hotel/conference center;

2. Investment in creation of new technology business opportunities; and 3. Identifying primary locations for accommodating future growth including less

traditional residential and commercial concepts that help create new job growth and allowing new technology companies to provide employment for all generations.

Scenic Highway Element and 101 Freeway Corridor Scenic highway impacts may result from the proposed project. The project site is located approximately 600 feet from the 101 Freeway and within in area identified as the Gateway to Westlake Village, therefore, the project is subject to the Scenic Highways Element of the City of Thousand Oaks General Plan and Freeway Corridor Guidelines. The proposed project shall be required to implement design measures consistent with the goals and policies contained within the Scenic Highways Element and Guidelines for Development within 101 Freeway Corridor pursuant to (Resolution 91-172). The intent is to create an overall freeway corridor image that makes Thousand Oaks visually distinct from surrounding communities, retain the special qualities of the landscape, improve the aesthetic conditions along freeway corridors by providing a sequence of attractive views for visitors and residents. It is important to note that the standards contained in the guidelines provide a framework for the Planning Commission and City Council. Furthermore, the Conservation Element, Scenic Resources Policy CO-1, states “Future development and redevelopment of the existing built environment within Thousand Oaks should reflect sensitivity to its physical setting and natural scenic resources.” Implementation Measures identified in the Conservation Element include:

1. Ensure that development occurring within the view corridors of the Route

101 and 23 Freeways conform to the Freeway Corridor Design Guidelines (Res. 91-172);

2. Ensure that development adjacent to designated scenic highways is consistent with the Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan;

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3. Ensure that development proposed within defined gateway areas (Res. 93-152), conforms with the City's planning policies and guidelines for City Gateways; and

4. Continue to implement the City's Architectural Design Review Guidelines to ensure that the special scenic resources and identity of Thousand Oaks are retained and enhanced.

The subject site is considered a Gateway to Westlake Village along the 101 Freeway Corridor, as such, the proposed storage facility presents an entirely different visual impression to the community along the corridor when compared to other industrial uses that include but are not limited to business parks and manufacturing facilities. Therefore, the proposed self-storage facility is not considered an appropriate land uses for industrially zoned properties located within highly visible Ventura Freeway Scenic Corridors. Based on site investigation, project plans, and existing surrounding uses, staff has determined that the proposed project cannot be supported as proposed, because the proposal is incompatible with surrounding uses, not consistent with the Economic Development Strategic plan, Scenic Highway Element and 101 Freeway Corridor and does not support the General Plan Goals and Policies.

General Plan Goals and Policies The proposed storage facility to be located within land use designated industrial is not consistent with Commercial/Industrial Goals and Policies of the Thousand Oaks General Plan, which include:

1. Develop employment centers which provide industrial and commercial

employment, consistent with community needs, shall be encouraged;

2. The City shall continue to encourage light industries that are highly specialized, scientific or research-oriented; and

3. Small industrial areas in the Thousand Oaks Boulevard Corridor/Central

City Area should be retained for light manufacturing and related uses.

B. The project will be required to meet the minimum requirements pursuant to Thousand Oaks Municipal Code (TOMC) 9-4.1605, M-1 (Industrial Park) development standards and TOMC Article 25, Height, Yard, Area, and Building Conditions and Exceptions.

C. Project Site Analysis a) Please provide lot details, including but not limited to lot depth, lot width, gross and

net lot size, easements, and proposed building coverage. b) Please provide the total proposed building area on the subject site.

• Provide the total building site coverage based on a 1.05-acre site. c) Provide calculations for total paved impervious area.

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d) Provide details pertaining to any existing or required easements. Including easements to be vacated, if any.

D. Cover Sheet

a) Provide project details that include but not limited to the following: • Gross lot area and breakdown of net lot area (if any easements exist on the

subject property). • Provide the existing, proposed, and required setbacks. • Proposed building height. • Total development area (area to be disturbed). Include limits of proposed grading

(total area to be graded). • Proposed zoning designation for the subject parcel, including land use

designation.

E. Site Plan a) Demonstrate all proposed building setbacks. b) Provide building setbacks to adjacent industrial and residential buildings to the east

and west. c) The project plans shall demonstrate all proposed ADA paths of travel. d) Manufactured slopes:

• All manufactured slope(s) shall consist of the following: 2 to 1 maximum slope gradient and incorporate enhanced landscaping.

• There shall be a minimum of 1 tree for every 500 square feet of slope area. All landscaping shall be designed and installed in accordance with the City’s Guidelines and Standards for Landscape Planting and Irrigation Resolution No. 2007-116).

e) Please identify all proposed retaining walls and any proposed or modified gates. Provide a wall/gate/retaining wall plan, include wall sections. Please include the top of wall and adjacent grade elevations. • All proposed retaining walls shall not exceed 6 feet in height. • Retaining walls will be required to utilize enhanced decorative materials.

f) Clearly demonstrate and label all proposed loading and trash enclosure areas. g) Provide conceptual landscape plans. Please include all enhanced landscape

improvements on proposed manufactured slopes. h) Demonstrate location of all proposed biofiltration basins, if any. Please coordinate

with Public Works Department staff for the appropriate location(s). i) Plans shall demonstrate bicycle parking facilities.

2. Parking

A. Off-Street Parking: a) The project will be required to meet the minimum parking requirements pursuant to

TOMC Section 9-4.2402(d). Based on the information provided to date parking will be required as follows:

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• Warehouse. 1 parking space per 1,000 square feet of floor space for the first 5,000 square feet and 1 space per 5,000 square feet thereafter, plus 1 for each 250 square feet of gross floor area for incidental office use.

b) Comply with parking area design standards pursuant to TOMC Section 9-4.2404 and 9-4.2405.

c) Compact Parking: • Industrial uses are allowed up to a maximum of 35% of all required guest parking

to be compact spaces. d) Parking dimensions:

• Standard Size: Each off-street parking space shall be at least 9 feet by 20 feet for 90-degree stalls, 18 feet by 17.8 feet for 30-degree stalls, 12.7 feet by 20.5 feet for 45-degree stalls, 10.4 feet by 21.8 feet for 60-degree stalls.

• Compact Size: 8 feet by 16 feet for 90 degree stalls, 16 feet by 14.9 feet for 30 degree stalls, 11.3 feet by 17 feet for 45 degree stalls, 9.25 feet by 17.8 feet for 60 degree stalls, and 20 feet by 8 feet for 180 degree stalls.

e) Overhang. Depths for standard parking stalls may be reduced to a dimension of 18 feet and depths for compact parking stalls may be reduced to a dimension of 15 feet when spaces abut a landscape planter with a minimum width of 6 feet or a sidewalk or similar paved area with a minimum width of 6 feet. In cases involving overhang or projection of vehicles from more than one direction into the same unencumbered area, a minimum planter or sidewalk width of 8 feet shall be required.

f) The project plans shall demonstrate all proposed parking and driveway gradients. 3. Landscaping

A. Pursuant to TOMC Section 9-4.2404, 10 percent of open parking and driveway areas shall be landscaped.

D. Compliance with landscape and irrigation standards pursuant to Res. Nos. 2005-011

and 2007-116, which include but are not limited to: a) Interior:

• Minimum 10 percent of all paved areas exclusive of setbacks and areas adjacent to buildings shall be landscaped. Show calculations in site plan legend.

• Minimum 25 square foot additional landscape area for each compact parking space.

• Incorporate uniform landscape design, compatible with established theme of existing landscaping.

• Provide 5-foot wide landscaped for fingers, maximum 10 cars per finger. • Proposed landscaping shall provide visual clearance within parking lot to

minimize conflicts with traffic and pedestrians. • Location of light fixtures to reduce conflict with tree placement and should not be

located at end of finger planters.

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4. Private Open Space (N/A)

5. Architecture

A. The project will be required to comply with Guidelines for Development within 101 Freeway Corridor pursuant to (Resolution 91-172). Special development standards for construction, development, and landscaping is necessary to improve the aesthetic conditions along the scenic corridor by providing a sequence of attractive views for visitors and residents.

B. The proposed building elevations will require enhanced architectural design elements that include but are not limited to, roof line variation, façade articulation, and use of multiple building materials. An enhanced architectural design is necessary to improve the aesthetic conditions along the scenic corridor by providing a sequence of attractive views for visitors and residents.

C. The elevation plans shall include detailed information regarding the proposed colors and materials for the proposed buildings. Such information is necessary for staff to assess and determine compatibility with the existing surrounding development and the project’s consistency with the City’s architectural design guidelines and policies per Res. Nos. 2005-011 and 2006-108, 101 Freeway Corridor, and the Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan. Please provide the following: a) A sample board of the proposed colors. Include paint chip samples for all colors and

materials proposed. b) Clearly demonstrate and label all proposed building colors and materials on the

elevation plans.

D. Break up the massing of the building by providing pedestrian walkways, courtyards and/or water features.

E. Include finished surface elevations on all elevation plans. The finished surface elevations shall be consistent with the grading plans.

F. Exterior Design: a) Architectural design concept shall be required to comply with City’s architectural

guidelines per Res. No. 2005-011 and 2006-108. b) The proposed buildings shall incorporate wall articulation to break up mass and

accentuate different materials. c) Add setback variation within a floor setback, to avoid uniform wall planes. d) The proposed buildings shall be compatible with architectural design elements of

existing and surrounding buildings. e) Include more transoms and mullions in window treatments. f) Add architectural projections above window openings.

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g) Add shade awning, trellises, other details to exterior walls. h) Demonstrate screening of any proposed roof mounted and ground mounted

mechanical units. Roof mounted equipment shall be concealed and integrated with architecture. Provide a roof plan and site-line studies taken from adjacent street to ensure no visibility of roof mounted mechanical equipment.

G. Building Height

a) Maximum allowable height is 35 feet. b) Provide roof plan with top roof elevations and finished surface elevations. If

applicable, provide average height calculations.

H. Signage a) Signage required to comply with Sign Ordinance pursuant to TOMC Section 9-

4.2308 and Sign Design Guidelines pursuant to Resolution No. 91-172. b) Signage to be submitted under separate permit.

6. Circulation

A. Vehicular a) Overall design concept will be required to provide adequate traffic flow with minimal

conflicts with pedestrians. b) Driveway design, location, and gradients shall comply with requirements pursuant to

TOMC Section Sections 9-4.2404 and 9-4.2405. c) Parking and circulation design shall comply with requirements pursuant to

Resolution No. 2005-011. d) All new parking lot areas used exclusively for parking and turnarounds shall be

designed and improved with grades not to exceed a maximum of 2.5 percent slope. e) Where dead-end driveways occur, provide minimum 5-foot pavement extensions

when abutting a landscaped area or 10-foot when abutting a wall. f) Provide accessibility to trash enclosures and loading zones.

• Loading and Unloading designed pursuant to TOMC Section 9-4.2405(c). • The proposed location of the loading area shall not impede parking access

and vehicular circulation. g) Project required to comply with all Fire Department requirements and standards. h) Provide separate plan sheet demonstrating required Ventura County Fire

Department (VCFD) access and turnarounds. i) A conceptual circulation plan may be required for the proposed project.

B. Pedestrian

a) Provide and demonstrate on the project plans disabled accessibility, design of ramps, walks, clearances, material use, signage per Title 24 and City ordinances.

b) Design walkways that provide connectivity and accessibility to other onsite and surrounding buildings and/or other on-site amenities.

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C. Trash Enclosures

a) Trash enclosures shall be constructed per City and Waste Management standards and located for easy accessibility.

7. Lighting

A. Provide a Photometric Plan that includes light fixture details.

B. Photometric analysis required with entitlement application to demonstrate adequate on-site illumination and no off-site spillover.

C. All parking lot lighting, standards and fixtures shall not exceed a height of 20 feet.

a) The selection of fixtures is subject to City approval. Light fixtures shall be downward shielded and oriented away from residential properties to the west.

D. Pursuant to TOMC Section 9-4.2405(b), all light sources used to illuminate parking

areas shall achieve a color rendition which is compatible and in harmony with the existing development pattern of the surrounding area.

E. Lighting shall not conflict with landscape design.

8. Grading/Drainage

A. Submit a detailed grading plan prepared by Registered Civil Engineer. Plan must indicate all existing contours and proposed finish grades, including location of existing and proposed improvements and other pertinent site conditions.

B. Please provide grading calculations and details. Details should include specific site grading associated with the proposed export.

C. Provide a grading exhibit demonstrating limits of grading and any proposed cut and fill.

D. Project required to comply with current stormwater quality requirements. E. Grading plans shall clearly identify all proposed retaining walls. Provide top of wall and

bottom of wall elevations and wall section details. 9. Overhead Utilities

A. All onsite and adjacent overhead utility lines must be placed underground and poles

removed, unless an Underground Utility Waiver is approved by City.

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10. Oak/Landmark Trees

A. The proposed project includes removal and encroachment into the protected zone of on-site or off-site oak and/or landmark trees. The project shall be designed in a manner that limits impacts to the protected trees. The formal submittal shall include the following: a) Project plans shall clearly demonstrate all existing oak/landmark trees. b) Clearly demonstrate the protected zone of each tree and proposed encroachments. c) Design the project in a manner that minimizes any future root conflicts. d) Please note that the Protected Tree Report for the project may need to be updated

based on comments and recommendations provided by City staff and the City’s Oak Tree Consultant.

11. Public Exterior Space (N/A)

12. Preliminary Environmental Assessment

A. Environmental Document. a) California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

• To be determined. b) Oak Tree and Landmark Tree Impacts

• Provide a Tree Report for the proposed project. c) Visual Impact Analysis

• Photo simulations of proposed project, depicting appearance of the project from the 101 freeway.

• Visual impact to adjacent properties. Provide detailed analysis pertaining to the project’s potential impacts, if any, to surrounding residential properties.

d) Other • Geotechnical report • Hydrology report

13. Required Application(s)

A. Special Use Permit will be required for the proposed project, with a deposit of $20,000.00.

B. Protected Tree Permit application, if required for the proposed project, an approximate planning fee and deposit as follows: • PC Type D (remove 4 or more trees; any tree with 24" diameter or greater)

$3,000.00 [fee] and $300.00 [deposit].

C. Environmental Document (TYPE TBD), Initial Study for determination. • Filing Amount = Consultant Cost for environmental document, including 10%

staff administrative fee.

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14. Submittal of Formal Application

A. Revisions to the project plans are necessary for subsequent formal application submittal. All resubmittals should incorporate all comments provided.

B. Please provide the formal application and all associated documents digitally via the virtual counter, including a full set of plans. Virtual Counter: https://www.toaks.org/departments/community-development/virtualcounter.

15. Other Departments and Agencies

A. Additional comments may be forthcoming upon receipt from the City of Thousand Oaks Public Works Department. Please contact the City of Thousand Oaks Public Works Department at (805) 449-2400 for clarification on requirements.

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TRANSCRIPTION – CALL RECEIVED 2/22/2022 Hi Steve, My name is Cara Nussbaum, Steve, and I happen to be a lung cancer survivor that goes to the cancer center that is on Hampshire Road that you are going to be addressing on the 22nd regarding the storage facility. I got a letter from the center asking all of us members to please come down to City Council and tell you to approve this, but I am in total disapporoval. I hope it is disapproved. We don’t need to ruin the ambiance of Westlake. We don’t need a storage facility. And I think it was wrong to try and coerce of the cancer support community to come down and tell you not to do this. I don’t know if there is any way I can make my voice heard other than on the phone. My phone number is 805 418‐7623 and if there is some written communication or something I could do to ask you not to make a variance for this, we don’t need a storage facility , do I’d appreciate it. My number is 804 418‐7623.

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From: Cristy Rodriguez Rivas <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, February 18, 2022 9:21 AM To: City Clerk's Office <[email protected]>; Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]>; Bob Engler <[email protected]>; Ed Jones <[email protected]>; Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>; Al Adam <[email protected]> Subject: Public Statement regarding anti‐hate resolution CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.

Good Afternoon, I'd like to make a public statement regarding the attached anti-hate resolution. My name is Cristina and I grew up in Thousand Oaks. It is the place where my family landed as immigrants to start a new life in our new country. For the last 20 and some odd years, Ventura County has been my home. Councilmember Bill-de la Peña is on the right track to include anti-hate, but falls short of the target. The resolution is right to denouce white supremacy, racism, anti-semitism and bigotry all around. The first place I suggest the Council begins is with their own words and actions. When there was a public outcry regarding the act of violence (yes, make no mistake that the event on 02/12/2022 was an act of violence) that white supremacist groups enacted on our community, Councilmember Bill-de la Peña told a group of citizens "there is no need for name-calling, as it does nothing at all to strive toward a common goal" This is tone-policing and demonstrates a lack of care. Tone policing demonstrates a disregard for minority groups. Tone policing reveals that this resolution is a cover-up and not a promise to your constituents. I urge Councilmember Bill-de la Peña to issue an apology for tone policing and, in addition to passing this resolution, provide funding and concrete resources for minority groups including Black, Indigenous, Latino, Jewish, and LGBT+ residents of Thousand Oaks. When acts of violence are enacted upon the community by white supremacists, there is no greater disregard than to condemn the acts and have virtually no help or consequences enacted. Consequences for vandalism and violence. Support for communities that need help with specificity to their issues. I urge Council to consider changing the municipal code to include symbols, posters, language, literature, and imagery on public property regarding white supremacy and neo-Nazi a crime. To enact one's first amendment rights is legal. To vandalize one's community should be considered illegal. Consider giving local law enforcement training on how to battle white supremacy. Council, denouncing white supremacy is only the first step of the journey and not the entire way. You have a long way to go, but I believe in our TO Strong community and believe we will either find ways to make this diverse community safe, or elect other officials that will. God bless you all. Thank you for your kind attention. Cristy Rodriguez Rivas [email protected] (805) 341-3579

From: D M <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 16:42:59 PST To: Bob Engler <[email protected]>, Ed Jones <[email protected]>, Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]>, Al Adam <[email protected]>, Kevin McNamee <[email protected]> Cc: "Harris, Mike" <[email protected]>, Kyle Jorrey <[email protected]> Subject: Critical Points to be considered by Council when addressing the White Lives Matter incident in NEWBURY PARK on 2/12/2022

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Mayor Engler and Thousand Oaks City Council, In anticipation of the City Council meeting on the 22nd of February, I wanted to provide some facts to the City Council for clarity. Online there has been debate about first amendment rights, labeling groups “racist”, and that we should “not give groups like this attention". My wish is that the Council has meticulously researched information about this group when they address these issues. To be crystal clear, The group that demonstrated on the Borchard overpass is a white supremacist, racist hate group that threatens vulnerable members of our community with it’s very presence. Why what happened in Newbury Park on Saturday February 12th was an act of hate speech and a threat to our community: The “white lives matter” group responsible edited the video footage and posted it to a white lives matter California Telegram channel the evening of the 12th. New users on this channel are asked by channel administrators to state “the 14 words” and if they do not know the 14 words, they are advised to “research David Lane.” If they do know the 14 words they are notified that they will be contacted by an “Admin” near them for additional vetting, in encrypted private messages. David Lane was an American domestic terrorist who died in prison in 2007. David Lane was a member of The Order, a neo‐nazi, white supremacist, anti‐Semitic group which sought to overthrow the government which they believed was controlled by “the Zionist Occupational Government.” Lane was convicted and sentenced to 190 year in prison for racketeering, conspiracy, and violation of civil rights of Alan Berg, a Jewish radio talk show host who was murdered by members of The Order. David Lane drove the getaway car and was responsible for originating “The 14 Words.” The banners in Newbury Park hanging off the Borchard overpass contained The 14 Words and web addresses for the White Lives Matter California Telegram channels. This white lives matter group was recruiting in our community for an organization that idolizes a man who murdered a Jewish radio personality for disagreeing with them. Several of the users on the white lives matter California chat telegram channel are in high school and at least one has been discussing “crashing some Jewish BS in Thousand Oaks.” and claims to live in Thousand Oaks. Of course the users have anonymous accounts and are repeatedly warned to “take it to private messages” any time they talk about violence or weapons. Why this Group is an overt initiative of racism and White Supremacy: The white lives matter “Activist’s manual 2.0” is a document that is available for download in PDF format and links to it are common in the white lives matter California telegram channel. In this document there is a section headed “What we want.” To summarize, this groups objectives are:

To maintain a “absolute White majority population in Europe, North America, Australia, Etc.” The sole existence of the state is to ensure the peaceful and prosperous continuation of its racial stock. That only White people can be granted citizenship.

A minimum of 99% of White people at all times for all age groups in these nations. The 1% non‐white could represent people temporarily inhabiting the land for purposes that serve the interests of White people.

This group believes in “White Genocide” or “The Great Replacement”: The "Great Replacement" concept has been a primary motivation for several acts of targeted mass violence including the following:

1. In October 2018, white supremacist Robert Bowers killed 11 people at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA, after writing a Gab post blaming Jews for bringing non‐white immigrants and refugees to the U.S. 2. In March 2019, white supremacist Brenton Tarrant livestreamed himself killing 51 people at two mosques in New Zealand. Tarrant also released a manifesto online called “The Great Replacement,” an homage to Camus’ work. 3. In April 2019, white supremacist John Earnest killed one and injured three at a synagogue in Poway, CA. In a letter he released online, Earnest claimed that Jews were responsible for the genocide of “white Europeans,” and cited the influence of Bowers and Tarrant. 4. In August 2019, white supremacist Patrick Crusius opened fire at a Walmart in El Paso, TX, killing 23 people and wounding almost two dozen. In a manifesto, Crusius talked about a “Hispanic invasion” and made reference to the great replacement.

Ignoring them is not a realistic option: Based on the facts above, it is clear that white lives matter group illegally demonstrated in our community for the purpose of recruiting our neighbors into a group that advocates hate towards people who are Immigrants, Jewish, Muslim, Black, Asian, LGBTQ+, etc. The banner drop was illegal and the flying of a drone over traffic on the 101 was illegal. The banner containing the 14 words represents a direct threat to protected groups who are already vulnerable and likely to feel fear and intimidation by such displays. The group intentionally hides their identities along with their darker intentions and beliefs in order to exploit our tolerance and ignorance. By allowing them to demonstrate in our community, without our law enforcement even gathering the most basic identifying information, we have essentially given them a free pass to recruit here. If nothing is done to send a clear and unified message that this hate will not be tolerated here, then we will only see an increase in hate crimes, vandalism of places of worship, or worse… which none of us want to imagine. Unopposed racism and white supremacy will only escalate and destroy our community. Sincerely, Daniel K. Moody ‐‐ Daniel K. Moody, M.S., LMFT BBS License Number 96607 805‐630‐5097 This e‐mail, and any files transmitted with it, are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential, protected, and/or privileged material. Any review, re‐transmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient, is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and delete the material from any computer.

From: [email protected] Date: February 21, 2022 at 17:50:58 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Ref: White Lives Matter Reply‐To: [email protected]

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Greetings, Ref: the article in the Ventura Star on 02-20 about the Banner: White Lives Matter. I am very upset with you that you are critical of this but say nothing about the Black Lives Matter signs in the residential areas of Thousand Oaks. As a City Council Member you should promote All Lives Matter, not one Race against the other. I have lived in Thousand Oaks since 1980 and have never observed any thing against any Race. I would like to remind you we had a Black President for 8 years, a Black member of the City Council for several years. We have a Black VP named by Pres. Biden, chosen only because she is a Black Women. And he is going to Nominate a Black women to the Supreme Court. Most commercials on TV are with Black People although only 12 - 13 % of the population is black. This is Racist! Why aren't you critical of these? Ron Widdel

From: Shoshana Brower <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 15:40:46 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Shoshana and Brower,anti‐hate resolution

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Councilmember de la Peña, I am writing you in regards to the anti‐hate resolution proposed to the city Council. Both as a longtime resident of Westlake Village and as a longtime member of AAUW, I strongly condemn white supremacy, hate of all forms against all groups. When I first moved to this community, it was looked at as a white community, Westlake Village and Thousand Oaks, even though there were some people of color. As the years have gone by, 38 years, our community has slowly changed, more diverse, and is the better for it. All members of our community should feel supported by others as well as by our city Council. I value that free‐speech is a cornerstone to our democracy but hate speech is not. Racism, antisemitism and hate of other groups is a threat to everyone as well as to public health. I implore you to approve the proposed resolution. Take a stand and speak out against this hate and sign the anti‐resolution proposal. Thank you very much. Shoshana Brower ‐‐ Shoshana

From: Chris Soltow <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 15:22:58 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Anti ‐Hate Resolution

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Council member Bill‐de‐la‐Pena Thank you for authoring the Anti‐Hate Resolution. It is always a shock when one sees or hears of blatant racism in Thousand Oaks. “It can’t happen here,” one thinks. But it has, does, and seems to be growing. The City should take an official stand against hate and racism – that it is not welcome here or anywhere. These are not issues to avoid but to face head on. Thank you again for the Anti‐Hate Resolution. May it pass unanimously. Chris Soltow Thousand Oaks Sent from Mail for Windows

From: Kerri Yim <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 14:03:46 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Anti‐Hate Resolution

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Dear Councilmember Claudia Bill‐de la Pena:

I was alarmed to read about the Nazi, white supremacy demonstration on the Borchard overpass last weekend in Newbury Park. Even a small group of protesters can’t be met in silence.

My family first moved to Conejo Valley in 1964. I’ve grown up here. I’ve raised my family here. The Conejo Valley is where I was educated, my sons went to school, and where I’ve taught with Conejo Valley Unified School District for the past twenty years. This is home.

My school Maple in Newbury Park teaches inclusion. The school district supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in education. At Maple we teach that in a world where you can be anything, be kind.

Thank you for taking a stand and bringing the anti‐hate resolution on Feb. 22, 2022. What we model, say and do matters.

Sincerely,

Kerri Yim

From: Christine Elowitt <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 13:06:47 PST To: Ed Jones <[email protected]> Cc: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Please Support Anti‐Hate Resolution

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I am writing to you as a Thousand Oaks resident and homeowner urging you to support the anti‐hate resolution that is coming before the council. It is the very least we as a community can do to show the minority members of our community that we stand with them instead of with white supremacists. We can't allow our city's international reputation to be defined by hate groups. It is not only embarrassing for the majority of residents who don't support white supremecy, but it could prevent corporations from locating here, as they wouldn't want to be associated with that kind of thing or expose their employees who are members of minority groups to harassment. Staying silent on this issue is sending a message of tolerance and complicity. And allowing the police force to dismiss it as a legal first amendment issue after they shut down the whole freeway when Black Lives Matter protesters attempted to protest on a freeway overpass in 2020 sends a message to the whole world that we are a city full of hypocrites and racists. Don't allow our wonderful city to turn into a haven for racists to act with impunity! Like it or not, if the rest of us stay silent, then we're are defined by the hate groups making all the noise. Christine Elowitt

From: Bob Kahn <[email protected]> Date: February 21, 2022 at 11:01:47 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Support Reply‐To: Bob Kahn <[email protected]>

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good Morning, Councilmember Bill-de-la Pena: Just wanted to communicate that I strongly support the Anti-Hate Resolution that the Council is considering Tuesday Night. Thank you for your consideration.

Bob Kahn | 818.404.1097 | [email protected] My address is 2754 Delpha Ct., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

From: Marjorie Loring Gauley <[email protected]> Date: February 20, 2022 at 21:46:05 PST To: Bob Engler <[email protected]>, Ed Jones <[email protected]>, Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]>, Al Adam <[email protected]>, Kevin McNamee <[email protected]> Subject: Anti‐hate resolution

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To: City Council Members Fm: Marjorie Loring Gauley Re: Anti‐Hate Resolution vote To be voted on 2/22/22 Thank you for your service to our community. I like so many others, cannot think of a reason to vote against this resolution. No good has ever come from hateful rhetoric or acts of a hateful nature. We are brothers and we are sisters, children of the same loving god no matter the name we choose to call our god. We all know how dangerous hateful speech is. Please understand that we are all so very tired of explaining. We are so very tired of seeing people treated unfairly and worse…much much worse. We are so very tired of human suffering caused by human cruelties. We are so very tired of injustice. We are so very hopeful that the council will pass this resolution and take steps to see that talk is grounded in action. We have been pledging to the same flag all of our lives if we were fortunate to be born American citizens and since taking the oath if we are naturalized. We are so very tired of "LIBERTY and JUSTICE for ALL” being words of aspiration rather than fact. I do not think it possible that you believe these aspirational words are fact and not words of a deep seated wish…a prayer from our higher angels. Thank you all.

From: Sally Hibbitts <[email protected]> Date: February 20, 2022 at 17:00:22 PST To: Bob Engler <[email protected]>, Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]>, Al Adam <[email protected]>, Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>, Ed Jones <[email protected]> Cc: Peggy Buckles <[email protected]>, Diane Birchman <[email protected]>, Betty Stapleford <[email protected]> Subject: Letter to TO City Council Re: Agenda Item 13A Anti‐Hate Resolution

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please see attached letter from American Association of University Women Thousand Oaks Branch. Thank you.

February 20, 2022 Dear Mayor Bob Engler and Members of Thousand Oaks City Council, AAUW Thousand Oaks Branch strongly supports the proposed resolution condemning white supremacy and supporting our diverse community members that is on the February 22 City Council agenda. While we understand the First Amendment right to free speech, when that right is misused for hate speech, we all must speak out against that hate. Every resident of Thousand Oaks should feel welcome, safe, and valued. We are a diverse community, and it is that diversity which only makes us stronger and has contributed to the creation of our great city, state, and nation. AAUW has a long tradition of encouraging and supporting women and families of all races, religions, national origin, and sexual orientation. Our members are angered and appalled by the recent display of white supremacy and hate in our community. We have served this community for over fifty years by supporting women and families in multiple ways. We will not stand silent, but will always speak out against those who seek to intimidate people and are too cowardly to show their faces. This resolution is not about politics, but is about being inclusive and caring. AAUW supports and celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization, our city and in all aspects of our society. We believe the vast majority of our citizens condemn hate speech and support their diverse neighbors. Many other city and county organizations have already passed similar resolutions. Silence only emboldens those cowards who wish to instill fear, division, and hate. Therefore, the American Association of University Women of the Thousand Oaks Branch urges the Thousand Oaks City Council members to unite against racism and hate, by voting to approve the proposed resolution. Most Sincerely, Peggy Buckles Co-President, AAUW TO Diane Birchman, Co-President, AAUW TO Betty Stapleford, Public Policy Chair AAUW TO Board of Directors

From: Alana Sheeren <[email protected]> Date: February 18, 2022 at 10:49:23 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Neo‐Nazi activity on Borchard overpass

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Honorable Council Member, I am a Ventura County (city of Ventura) resident who was horrified to see the blatantly racist behavior (and Neo‐Nazi recruitment video) that took place recently on the Borchard overpass of the 101 freeway. The response from City Council must be swift and strong. If these people who hold as a value the extermination and subjugation of anyone non‐White and non‐Christian are allowed to behave like this without consequences, what do you think will happen? What has happened in not‐too‐distant history when this behavior was allowed to go unchecked? Anyone who does not strongly denounce this behavior will be judged by history to be on the side of this behavior. Will this be you? Will this be part of your legacy? I am a white woman, mother, filmmaker and businessperson in Ventura County. I have many friends of color who do not feel safe in this County with this kind of activity and active Neo‐Nazi recruitment. Do you care about all of your constituents? If so, it is your job to make a clear statement that white extremists ‐ who are the most dangerous terrorists in our country according to the FBI ‐ do not find a comfortable home in your city. Thank you in advance for doing what is right and condemning this extremist behavior. Sincerely, Alana Sheeren ‐‐ "With life as short as a half taken breath, don't plant anything but love." ‐ Rumi Alana Sheeren She/her Producer/Director ‐ Listen Closely Baby Ben Productions, LLC

From: Margarita Assael <[email protected]> Date: February 22, 2022 at 08:29:01 PST To: Claudia Bill de la Pena <[email protected]> Cc: Bob Engler <[email protected]>, Ed Jones <[email protected]>, Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>, Al Adam <[email protected]> Subject: Anti Hate Resolution put forth by you, Ms. Claudia Bill de la Pena Reply‐To: Margarita Assael <[email protected]>

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Ms. Claudia Bill de la Pena, Thousand Oaks is NOT a racist community. Why are you even addressing this (and let us face the fact that All Speech is protected by the First Amendment)and stirring the pot of the 805 Resistance political group that promotes racism itself. How about passing a resolution that parents have the right to determine if their child gets vaccinated or made to wear a mask to school? Why don't you say that Thousand Oaks stands behind the rights of parents? This wonderful community does not need your resolution as there is no racism here and as a God loving, USA loving citizen, whose background is Mexican, I have never had any problems. Get off the USA IS RACIST bandwagon. No one is buying it. Respectfully, Margarita Herrera Assael Westlake Village

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From: April Amante <[email protected]>Sent: Monday, February 21, 2022 10:37 PMTo: City Clerk's Office; Bob Engler; Claudia Bill de la Pena; Al Adam; Ed Jones; Kevin McNameeSubject: public statement


Dear T.O. City Council members, I'm a lifelong resident of Simi Valley, music educator, Doctoral candidate, and professional singer. I am writing in support of the group "805 Resistance". While drafting a resolution to address the horrific Neo‐Nazi display of racism and white supremacy was well‐intentioned and the right thing to do, it is too weak and general to create real, meaningful change. Celebrating diversity IS NOT equivalent to condemning white supremacy and racism. To conflate these two things is to diminish the serious nature of white supremacist violence.

If you truly care about addressing hate speech and racist violence in your community, it is essential to look to the groups who are led by Black people, like 805 Resistance, and share your power with them so that they can guide you. They proposed a resolution in 2020 that was focused on racism, and intended to create an equity council to identify and address problematic issues in the City of T.O. Unfortunately, you didn't support them, and nothing has changed since then because there are no concrete action plans in place to accomplish your goal of creating safety and inclusiveness for everyone.

Your sudden urgency to pass this bland resolution now is performative, especially after ignoring 805 Resistance for the last 2 years wherein many acts of racism and violence against Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) have occured. I implore you, the Council, to do the right and honest thing by addressing and acknowledging your role in these issues, previous lack of concern, and the fact that your work must begin with addressing your own complicity in white supremacy and how it has permeated local government. Be brave; don't be in denial. If the city is on fire, your own backyard isn't impervious; nobody's is, especially where protecting power and money are concerned. BIPOC deserve safety, especially from the elected officials who are supposed to represent them. None of you have spoken out against the violent hate speech of February 12th, which communicates louder than any words can that you aren't brave enough to denounce white supremacy (the system that is secretly giving so many of us white people undeserved power) and that you are willing to tolerate events like this to keep your power. If this makes you uncomfortable: GOOD. That means you're part of the problem, and you know that you have work to do. Lean into that discomfort and do right by the marginalized members of your community.

Bob Engler needs to take a stand and assertively denounce these white supremacists and their violent hate speech, otherwise he is condoning them. According to your draft, if that's the opposite of what you want, then please listen to 805 Resistance and follow their lead. Thank you for hearing me, Sincerely, April Amante

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From: Aubri Lancaster <[email protected]>Sent: Monday, February 21, 2022 11:45 AMTo: [email protected]: Public Statement


I'm writing to ask the Thousand Oaks City Council to do more than pass useless resolutions. Please take ACTION to bring in consultants who are people of color who can guide the city in making real progress against white supremacy. Those neo‐nazis know your resolution won't touch them. Please be humble and understand that there are organizations like the ACLU and local groups like 805Resistance that can guide you to real change to protect the lives of this whole community.

I hope you will reach out for experts and leaders in these movements to put Thousand Oaks at the front of anti‐racism work in California.

Thank you

‐‐ Aubri Lancaster

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From: Liz Cooper <[email protected]>Sent: Monday, February 21, 2022 11:44 AMTo: City Clerk's OfficeSubject: Concern over incident


I was appalled to see the white supremacist demonstration in Newbury Park on February 12. I know that the mayor has condemned it, saying that the city needs to be inclusive, but with no real plan behind the words, there will be no change. “Free speech” cannot include hate speech, which leads to violence.

Inclusion is certainly important and must be encouraged, but Thousand Oaks must take a stronger stand against hate groups.

Thank you for your attention to my concerns.

Sincerely,

Liz Cooper

From: Sophia R <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:30 AM To: [email protected]; Bob Engler <[email protected]>; Al Adam <[email protected]>; Ed Jones <[email protected]>; Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>; City Clerk's Office <[email protected]> Subject: Racism in Thousand Oaks CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I am writing in regards to the racism that has been displayed throughout Thousand Oaks and the city's response. The explicit white supremacy and racism that has been exhibited, specifically on February 12, 2022, is absolutely embarrassing and disgusting. I would hope that you agree but considering your responses, or lack thereof, that shows the community your real message. Thousand Oaks will never been a place of equity and inclusion if the elected officials do absolutely nothing about the blatant discrimination. Now, white supremacy is not something to be culturally appreciated and if your plan is to try and "promote greater understanding and celebration of diversity and cultures in our community", then you are doing it in the wrong areas. You can not condemn these white supremacists because they will continue to terrorize our community. The terror so many people, myself included, felt when seeing those terrorosts was devestating. No minority should feel unsafe ever. It truly shows the true character of the people who have been elected to be a face and voice for Thousand Oaks and at this point I hope you are embarrassed. This can not continue, so I seriously hope there are considerations to make changes in Thousand Oaks. You have the power to change our community, so use it. Thanks, Sophia

From: Sharon Beck <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 12:28 PM To: [email protected]; Bob Engler <[email protected]>; Al Adam <[email protected]>; Ed Jones <[email protected]>; Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>; City Clerk's Office <[email protected]> Subject: February 12 CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello City Council Members, I am a 24 year resident of Thousand Oaks. I have raised my children here and have loved this city. I am very distraught about what happened on February 12th with the White Supremacists/Neo Nazis. I also take note of other racist things that occur in this city that have not been addressed by having a plan to address this issue that affects the lives of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous People of Color) people on a daily basis. I would like the City Council to acknowledge the role the city has taken to not actively address this problem. Having a resolution that celebrates diversity does not go far enough because there needs to be a plan with specific goals to keep BIPOC and LGBTQ people safe and to guard against racism, White Supremacy, homophobia, transphobia, hate speech and violence. I think the resolution that was proposed by 805 Resistance in 2020 is one that should be used rather than the one currently proposed. The one currently proposed has no actionable goals that will enact change, provide safety and take a clear stand against oppression, hate speech, discrimination and violence. We need to stand up against racism and the dangerous tide of insidious actions/attitudes that are taking place in our city against BIPOC. Thank you ‐‐

Sharon Beck Pronouns: she, her, hers https://www.mypronouns.org/what‐and‐why

From: Lisa Evans Powell <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 12:48 PM To: Bob Engler <[email protected]>; Claudia Bill‐de la Peña <[email protected]>; Kevin McNamee <[email protected]>; [email protected] <[email protected]>; [email protected] <[email protected]>; City Manager's Office <[email protected]> Subject: Tonight's anti‐hate resolution Dear Mayor, Councilmembers, and staff: I have sent you many resources over the past year and a half intended to help our city leaders address issues related to racial equity, and equity and inclusion in general. I am not going to post those links yet again here but have instead pulled together a summary from the National League of Cities' 16‐page guide on how to advance racial equity in cities. The guide offers 6 key steps as part of its recommendations as a way to make life better for everyone in the community. The NLC, which offers various supports and frameworks that our city utilizes regularly (and Mayor Engler currently serves on an NLC Committee), is focused on improving the quality of life for cities and their residents and strengthening local leadership. Given the anti‐hate resolution that is before you tonight, and the fact that there seems to be continued resistance by Council and staff to engage on issues related to racial justice and equity, it seems like reminding all of you of this resource was important. Addressing racism (including structural and institutional), white supremacy, racial bias, etc. shouldn't be a controversial or political issue. It's the right thing to do. Especially when we have had not only a very blatant display of white supremacy in our community recently, but multiple instances of racism in recent times (go look at the video from the anti‐Asian hate forum last year, the news coverage on the racist acts before the Thousand Oaks Juneteenth celebration last year, the comments of community members at Council meetings last year sharing their experiences with racism in our city, and social media posts on racist incidents in Thousand Oaks schools). We expect our leaders to address and engage and ACT on these issues. Use the NLC framework. Look to the numerous other cities across the state and the country engaged in this work (including cities that are similar in size and demographics). Sign this resolution or any previous draft provided to you (or use the template provided by the NLC). Listen to residents of color. Learn and develop your understanding these issues. Take action. Truly Yours, Lisa Evans Powell Thousand Oaks ************************************************** NLC Guide: Advancing Racial Equity In Your City (key points) ************************************************** 1.City Leaders set the tone: start conversations on race in your city

‐Encourage city staff to examine the racial biases embedded in city department services.

‐Convene community stakeholders to understand their perspectives on different racial impacts of city policies.

‐Engage both residents of color and white residents to understand the way policies historically and currently impact each racial and ethnic group.

‐Integrate an understanding of structural and institutional racism.

2. Observe and listen

‐ Listen to those in your city already working on issues of racial equity. Listen to communities of color.

‐Engage above organizations and ensure city staff is engaged – understand any racial disparities in your city.

‐Analyze: When analyzing city performance data through the lens of racial equity, data on city services and resources can reveal racial disparities that may not be obvious without this analysis

3. Make a public declaration.

‐Resolution (NLC has a template).

‐Racial equity guiding statement and/or website link on city’s page.

‐Publicly share disparity data and personnel demographics.

4. Dedicate infrastructure to action.

‐Build a team and dedicate resources: designate senior leadership for oversight.

‐Engage the private sector to raise external resources to facilitate this work.

‐Identify which city agencies can collect and analyze the data that will support your city’s efforts.

‐Offer additional support and resources to city agencies already working on racial equity.

‐Dedicate new or existing resources to support racial equity work across all departments.

‐Identify opportunities to support individuals motivated by this work in your office.

5. Commit to policy and systems change.

Institutions and structures have historically created and continue to perpetuate racial inequities throughout cities — often unintentionally. These inequities will continue to exist unless there is intentional intervention to counter and reverse those effects. Local leaders have the responsibility as chief policymakers to address the ways in which institutional and structural racism have shaped their city. ‐ NLC

How do we analyze policy through a racial equity lens?

• Who will be better/worse off through this policy? • Who is deciding the goals, parameters or features of this policy? • What historical structures or social norms drive the policy? • Which systems will implement the policy? • Who has access, both physically and socially to that system? • What do data analyses say about where inequities have manifested due to previous policy changes?

6. Create a racial equity plan.

‐Create a racial equity guiding statement for your city or each department.

‐Select a Citywide Equity Goal and create five‐year objectives.

‐Create actions to achieve each objective.

‐Create annual performance measures for each action and commit to a completion date.

‐Create or identify the mechanism by which each action will be tracked, measured or evaluated.

‐Identify lead staff for each action.

From: steve forman <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2022 1:38 PM To: City Clerk's Office <[email protected]> Subject: Tonight's TO City Council Meeting ‐ Hate speech and physical protests CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Based on Acorn news last Thursday, it is illegal to assemble and place banners on bridge and effect traffic on state highways ‐ why can't the Ventura County police stop/arrest/prevent this disruptive exercise of free hate speech? Steve Forman Newbury Park

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