Approval of Measure H raises new questions
By John Loesing
Acorn Staff Writer
      City officials and private developers are weighing their options in the wake of last week’s Measure H election in Agoura Hills, which blocks Home Depot and other big box retailers greater than 60,000 square feet.
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Measure H election sullied
by charges of foul play
By John Loesing
Acorn Staff Writer

      The Measure H big box referendum last week in Agoura Hills turned into a pitch battle during the final days of the campaign, leaving members of both camps with a strong reminder of just how nasty local politics can be.
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Students recall Sept. 11
      MICHAEL COONS/The Acorn REMEMBERING-Jordan Moss, 10, left, and Ben Samel, 10, listen to the National Anthem during a ceremony to remember the six-month anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The observance was on Monday at Willow Elementary in Agoura Hills.
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Westlake Village puts
final touches on the
civic center grand opening
By Michael Picarella
Acorn Staff Writer
      The new Westlake Village Civic Center at 31200 Oak Crest Drive (off Agoura Road), which opened its doors in February, will officially be introduced to the community during a grand opening ceremony from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., March 23, rain or shine. Festivities will include a ribbon cutting, tours through the new offices, community rooms and library, and a time capsule ceremony celebrating 20 years of cityhood. Free hot dogs and drinks will be offered to the first 1,000 guests. A tent, according to assistant city manager Audrey Brown, will cover the parking area where people can gather and listen to speeches by elected officials and library representatives. A ribbon will block the way to the civic center courtyard.
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