Moorpark City Council Regular Meeting - September 16, 2026

The City of Moorpark held its regular City Council meeting on September 16, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the appointment of Best Best and Krieger LLP as the new city attorney services provider, replacing the retiring firm Richard Watson Gershon. The council approved a five-year contract with BBK, including a budget amendment of $100,000 to cover increased legal service costs, with a monthly retainer of approximately $28,800. Additionally, the council established several ad hoc committees composed of council members to negotiate new and amended development agreements for multiple major projects, including La Perche, Vistas at Moorpark, Pacific Arroyo, North Ranch, and Hitch Ranch. The meeting also included approval of revisions to city council policies, including a new small business recognition program, and the annual review and adjustment of the city’s investment policy, reducing the maximum money market allocation from 25% to 20% to better manage liquidity amid ongoing capital improvement projects such as the library construction.