State of the City 2025

The City of Hemet held its 2025 State of the City event on November 6, 2025, featuring presentations by city officials including Mayor Jackie Peterson and Economic Development Director Ben Sandoval. The meeting highlighted significant procurement and budgetary achievements such as a $30 million investment in street maintenance over 30 months, a $1.5 million solar installation project at the library parking lot aimed at reducing electricity costs by 49%, and a $6 million investment in advanced public safety technology including body-worn cameras, AI software, and virtual reality training for police. The city also launched a vehicle dealership tax sharing program expected to unlock over $20 million in investments over two years to support Hemet Auto Mall expansion. Additionally, the city increased its economic reserve policy from 20% to 40% to ensure future fiscal stability. These initiatives reflect Hemet's strategic focus on infrastructure upgrades, public safety enhancements, and economic development to foster community growth and sustainability.