Simi Valley Highlights Growth, Safety and Investment in 2026 State of the City |
Mayor Dee Dee Cavanaugh spotlighted public safety gains, new business investment, record filming activity, infrastructure projects and several major opportunities ahead. |
Simi Valley’s 2026 State of the City Address offered a wide-ranging look at the community’s progress and what residents can expect in the years ahead.
Presented Sept. 16 at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, Mayor Dee Dee Cavanaugh’s “Spotlight on Simi Valley” focused on public safety, economic development, infrastructure and quality of life.
Among the highlights, reported offenses declined for a third straight year, with 2025 crime down 6.4%. Two recent community surveys also found that 77% of respondents rated Simi Valley’s overall quality of life as good or excellent.
Economic development played a major role in the presentation. Pennymac is moving into the former Bank of America building with plans for approximately 1,000 jobs, while Hanover Company has started work on a $75 million industrial development.
Simi Valley’s film industry also posted strong growth, with at least 482 production days recorded through Sept. 15 — about 63% more than all of 2025. The city also announced a new dedicated Film Office aimed at attracting additional productions.
Looking ahead, city leaders highlighted potential USHL hockey expansion, new housing projects, continued work on the Town Center, and nearly $28 million in infrastructure investments covering streets, sewer lines, water systems and traffic signals.
The full State of the City presentation is available on the City of Simi Valley’s YouTube channel. |
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Does anyone know if the new housing will be affordable? My kids are struggling to stay in town.
77% said quality of life is good but I wonder who they asked. My neighbors have mixed views.
Feels good seeing 77% of people like living here. Simi's got a good thing going.
Infrastructure fixes are overdue. Please start with Tapo Canyon Road first!
So happy to see more movies filmed here. The film office sounds like a smart move.
I didn’t realize how much filming was happening here. Bet it helps small businesses.
I still wish they'd fix more potholes around my neighborhood. Hope that's part of the $28M.
Excited for the hockey expansion. My kids would love more sports options.
Would be nice if the new housing projects included more affordable options.
More jobs coming in sounds great. Hope locals get first shot at them.
Pennymac bringing jobs is good news. Hope locals get hired.
Glad crime is down. Always felt safe here, but it's nice to see the numbers.
A new hockey team would be awesome! Fingers crossed for USHL here.
Glad to hear about the drop in crime. Makes me feel safer walking at night.