Public Invited to City of Simi Valley Budget Meeting on May 21, 2026

The City of Simi Valley invites the public to attend a meeting on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. The meeting will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City's Emergency Operations Center, located at the Simi Valley Police Department, 3901 Alamo Street.

The meeting will provide an overview of the City's proposed budget priorities, planned capital improvement projects, and key financial considerations for the upcoming fiscal year. Following a presentation by City staff, attendees will have an opportunity to provide comments, ask questions, and share feedback as part of the City's budget development process.

"Developing the City's budget is about balancing today's service needs with long-term planning and fiscal responsibility," said City Manager Samantha Argabrite. "This meeting gives the public an opportunity to understand the proposed budget better and learn about upcoming projects and priorities."

Community input received during the meeting will be documented and provided to the City Council for consideration during upcoming budget deliberations. The Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program will be presented to the City Council for consideration during its meeting on June 8, 2026.

The City Council established the public meeting process to promote transparency, encourage public participation, and foster open discussion regarding the City's financial priorities, services, infrastructure needs, and long-term planning efforts.

Copies of the Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Program will be available beginning Monday, May 18, 2026, and posted to the City's website at www.simivalley.org. Printed copies will also be available for public review at City Hall, 2929 Tapo Canyon Road, and at the Simi Valley Public Library. Hard copies may be purchased at City Hall.