Public hearing item
Downtown Thousand Oaks Project, CI 5540, considered at the June 23, 2026 City Council meeting.
Thousand Oaks residents for accountable planning
Citizens for Responsible Development in Thousand Oaks
Responsible development should earn public trust. We are organizing neighbors who believe the Downtown Thousand Oaks Project deserves clear records, honest public review, and a voice from the people most affected by the decision.
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CRDTO Goals
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Open Spaces
Protect Thousand Oaks' open spaces, natural landscapes, wildlife corridors, and neighborhood character through thoughtful land-use decisions and long-term stewardship.
Slow Growth
Support measured, responsible growth that respects infrastructure capacity, traffic, water resources, public safety, and the quality of life residents value.
Tourism
Encourage tourism that celebrates Thousand Oaks' natural beauty, arts, recreation, and local businesses while respecting residents and community character.
Western Heritage
Preserve and celebrate our Western history, traditions, landmarks, and the stories that connect present-day Thousand Oaks to its community roots.
Equestrian Lifestyle
Protect trails, facilities, open land, and policies that keep equestrian activities accessible and sustain Thousand Oaks' horse-friendly identity.
Community update
Petition Process Update
We are grateful to every resident who signed, volunteered, and supported the petition effort. Our team submitted the petitions collected during the official circulation period, and we remain committed to being transparent with the community about the outcome.
A legal request is currently pending before the court seeking four additional days to complete the petition process. The matter is expected to be heard in mid-September. Because the final status of the petition depends on the court’s decision, we believe it would be premature to release or characterize signature totals at this time.
Once the court has ruled and the process is complete, we will promptly share a full and accurate update with the public. Until then, we appreciate the community’s patience and continued support.
Be prepared to act
Ready to sign when the court allows it.
If the court grants the writ of mandate and official petition signing is permitted to resume, every available day will matter. Add your name now so CRDTO can quickly tell you when and where a valid petition is available. A strong list of neighbors ready to act will help us use that limited time wisely and give Thousand Oaks residents the best possible chance to be heard.
Ready to Sign
This advance form is not the referendum petition and does not count as an official petition signature.
The issue
A major downtown decision deserves more than a rushed yes.
On June 23, 2026, the Thousand Oaks City Council considered Public Hearing Item 10.A for the Downtown Thousand Oaks Project. The item included environmental findings, a General Plan amendment, development entitlements, a tentative tract map, tree permit actions, a special use permit, and an ordinance amending the Civic Arts Plaza Specific Plan.
Our group is focused on responsible development: transparent documents, realistic impacts, fair process, and meaningful resident participation before irreversible land-use decisions take effect.
Specific plan changes
The ordinance amends the Civic Arts Plaza Specific Plan and creates a new Subarea E.
Officially recorded vote
The City’s July 7, 2026 second-reading record identifies Ordinance No. 1749-NS as introduced on June 23, 2026 by a 5-0 vote. View the official City record.
Public records
Start with the documents, not slogans.
We are collecting official agenda materials, meeting video references, staff reports, the ordinance, the amended specific plan, project plan set, environmental materials, and public correspondence so residents can see what was actually before the City Council.
Official June 23, 2026 agenda page
City of Thousand Oaks PrimeGov record
Official July 7, 2026 second-reading record
City record states Ordinance No. 1749-NS was introduced June 23 by a 5-0 vote and includes the June 23 Council minutes
Council meeting video
Linked from the official agenda page
Request the local record packet
We can share the organized public-record index
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers about the project and our work.
These answers explain our purpose, goals, intended use of contributions, financial oversight, and how Thousand Oaks residents can learn more or get involved.
What is Citizens for Responsible Development in Thousand Oaks?
Our purpose is to bring Thousand Oaks residents together around responsible development, transparent planning, meaningful public participation, and voter accountability in major land-use decisions. CRDTO is an independent political committee. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or part of the City of Thousand Oaks.
What are CRDTO’s goals?
Our goals are to help residents understand the official record, encourage open and accurate discussion of the Downtown Thousand Oaks Project, organize meaningful community participation, and ensure that residents have a voice in decisions that will shape the city for years to come.
How are contributions used?
Contributions are intended to support printing, public education, neighborhood outreach, volunteer coordination, communications, public-record organization, and other lawful campaign expenses connected to keeping residents informed and involved. Contributions are processed by eFundraising Connections.
How are committee finances overseen?
Every contribution is deposited into a dedicated campaign bank account—never a personal account. CRDTO is registered with the California Secretary of State and files required, publicly available campaign-finance disclosure reports under California Fair Political Practices Commission requirements. The committee’s treasurer oversees financial recordkeeping, compliance, and reporting. Our FPPC Committee ID is 1493119.
What is the Downtown Thousand Oaks Project?
The project was considered as Public Hearing Item 10.A on June 23, 2026. The item included environmental findings, a General Plan amendment, development entitlements, a tentative tract map, tree permit actions, a special use permit, and an ordinance amending the Civic Arts Plaza Specific Plan.
What action did the City Council take?
The City’s July 7, 2026 second-reading record states that Ordinance No. 1749-NS was introduced on June 23, 2026 by a 5-0 vote. Links to the official June 23 agenda and July 7 record are available in the Public Records section above.
Does your group oppose all development?
No. We support responsible development. That means clear public records, realistic consideration of impacts, a fair process, and meaningful resident participation before irreversible land-use decisions take effect.
Where can I review the official documents?
The City of Thousand Oaks’ official Downtown Project documents are available at www.downtowntoaks.org/documents. The specific ordinance is Ordinance No. 1749-NS. View Ordinance No. 1749-NS (PDF).
How can I help?
You can volunteer for neighborhood outreach, phone calls, meeting research, or public-record review. Start with our volunteer form. You can also email info@crdto.org with relevant City documents, meeting notes, photos, traffic observations, or questions that deserve a public answer.
What residents can do
Help build a careful, neighbor-powered response.
Volunteer
Join outreach, phone calls, neighborhood conversations, meeting research, or public-record review.
Open the volunteer form →Ready to Sign
Ask us to notify you immediately if the court permits official petition signing to resume.
Join the Ready to Sign list →Share records
Send City documents, meeting notes, photos, traffic observations, and questions that should be answered publicly.
Donate
Support printing, outreach, public education, volunteer coordination, and the work required to keep residents informed.
Open the donation page →Join the effort
Tell us how you can help.
Use our volunteer form to tell us how you would like to help. For public-record tips, meeting notes, and general questions, email info@crdto.org.
Contact the team
Ready to help? The volunteer form sends your information directly to our private team database.