Dee Dee Cavanaugh

The Annual Action Plan for the City of Simi Valley outlines specific programs and projects for Fiscal Year 2026-27 to address housing and community development needs, serving as an application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The plan prioritizes creating decent and suitable living environments for low- and moderate-income households and those with special needs. Key focus areas include affordable housing development and rehabilitation, housing services and stability, addressing homelessness, providing supportive services, fair housing, public facility maintenance, street improvements, economic support for small businesses and job training, and disaster planning and recovery.

This Consolidated Plan for Ventura County outlines a five-year roadmap to address affordable housing and community development needs. It sets priorities and strategies across six key areas: improving affordable housing supply, enhancing social services, ending homelessness, creating quality neighborhoods, promoting economic development, and ensuring effective administration. The plan aims to foster viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities primarily for low- and moderate-income residents.

The meeting included an informational presentation from Ventura County Animal Services regarding their operations, service areas, and coyote management strategies. The primary agenda item involved a detailed discussion on proposed amendments to the municipal code to regulate short-term rentals, including concerns regarding corporate ownership, enforcement, and permitting processes, followed by motions regarding the proposed amendments. City staff also provided updates on upcoming volunteer opportunities, grant program workshops, emergency response training, and police academy programs.

This Annual Action Plan for the City of Simi Valley serves as the official application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Fiscal Year 2025-26. It identifies the city's housing and community development needs and proposes specific programs and projects to address them. The plan aims to achieve decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunity for low- and moderate-income households and those with special needs. Key priorities include developing and rehabilitating affordable housing, providing comprehensive housing and supportive services (including for homelessness prevention and intervention), maintaining public facilities, and promoting economic development and job training. The plan emphasizes enhancing coordination among public and private agencies and fostering citizen participation to effectively address identified community needs and create a sustainable environment.

The meeting provided an orientation for committee members, covering the Brown Act and Ex Parte communication protocols, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) priorities, and City requirements for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Additionally, the staff presented the application requirements, guidelines, and the rating criteria used to evaluate future funding requests.