Simi Valley Weighs New Filming Office, Jobs and Hockey

At the Sept. 16 State of the City Address, Mayor Dee Dee Cavanaugh outlined economic, public-safety and infrastructure developments. Pennymac is moving into the former Bank of America property at 450 American St., a change expected to bring about 1,000 jobs. A $75 million industrial project of roughly 200,000 square feet also began construction this summer on Quimisa Drive.

Simi Valley is establishing a Film Office to recruit productions, support film companies, simplify permits and market local locations. The city logged at least 482 production days in 2026, an increase of more than 60% from 2025. Estimated local economic activity from filming reached $8.6 million this year. Simi Valley was also chosen among six West Coast expansion markets for the United States Hockey League, potentially creating a sports and entertainment venue.

Residents could see nearly $28 million invested during fiscal year 2026-27 in roads, streets, water and sanitation. Plans cover nearly 11 miles of resurfacing, rehabilitation of sewer lines totaling more than 18,000 feet, and remote-monitoring connections for all 121 traffic signals. Housing discussed included 364 Lost Canyons homes and 207 proposed North Canyons homes.

Reported offenses fell 6.4% in 2025, marking a third straight annual decline. Property crime dropped 13.7%, offenses against people fell 4.7%, and response times improved for the highest-priority emergency calls. City services reached nearly 3,000 young people, while the library recorded 182,000 visits. Officials are considering transferring the library property to city ownership, which could allow future investment.