District 3 Council Member· 2024-2028
Elaine P. Litster
Simi Valley
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Top issues during term (8)(Development)
East Cochrane Street cluster development concerns
Adds 58 homes to the housing stock and roughly 453 daily vehicle trips to Cochran Street; no city cost identified, with infrastructure privately maintained by an HOA.
North Canyon Ranch 207-unit development and annexation
The project would generate about $250,000 a year for the city, leaving roughly $112,000 after annexation costs, plus $8.2 million in school impact fees.
58-home hillside development on East Cochran Street
Adds 58 homes to the housing stock and roughly 453 daily vehicle trips to Cochran Street; no city cost identified, with infrastructure privately maintained by an HOA.
Attainable homeownership and housing affordability
Three units will sell for about $130,000 to qualified very low-income buyers; market units expected in the mid-to-high $700,000s.
Lost Canyons Development Modification & Open Space Expansion
The project involves private investment by Toll Brothers and the developer to construct homes, roadway improvements, and infrastructure, with ongoing HOA maintenance for trails and open space.
Popeyes drive-through at 2401 Tapo Street with mobile home park improvements
The restaurant brings new sales tax revenue to the city, and the park owner says the project funds keeps rents affordable for residents.
Density Bonus and Incentives update
Noncompliance could cost the city significant money in lost lawsuits, per the city attorney.
mixed-use development
This could mean a boost for local businesses and potentially more tax revenue for the city.
Decisions during term (2)
Recorded while Litster was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.