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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Simi Valley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Council Election
Ten people are running for Simi Valley City Council, and the winners will make calls on housing and traffic that affect daily life. If you live, drive, or rent or buy here, this election is worth a look.
Mayoral Election Candidates
Simi Valley is electing a mayor, and the candidates are now introduced. Your vote will shape city decisions for years, so it's worth a quick look at who's running.
New Transit Center at Civic Center site
Simi Valley is replacing its interim transit stop on Tapo Canyon Road with a permanent transit center at Tapo Canyon and Avenida Simi, featuring eight bus bays, a solar canopy and electric bus chargers. It moves buses out of the bike lane and should improve safety, but neighbors worry about traffic near the library and tree losses.
East Cochrane Street cluster development concerns
Colton Lee Communities won approval for 58 single-family homes on a vacant 19.53-acre hillside at the east end of Cochran Street, with dog parks, pocket parks, and a private trail system but no sidewalks. Adjacent homeowners raised privacy, trail liability, traffic, sewer, and tree-removal concerns.