City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of Simi Valley on March 10, 2026, included a range of community and policy discussions. Key procurement-related actions involved the unanimous approval of Resolution 2026-05 adopting the 2025 Bicycle Master Plan, which serves as a strategic blueprint for future bicycle infrastructure projects and positions the city to pursue grant funding for these improvements. The council also approved a resolution related to a highway safety improvement program project (HSIPSL-5405) but postponed discussion on one consent calendar item pending further review. Public comments focused heavily on the issue of short-term rentals (STRs), with many residents urging the council to enact a citywide ban due to neighborhood impacts, while others advocated for balanced regulation instead of a ban. The council acknowledged these concerns and discussed the need for a survey to better gauge public opinion on STRs. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance (No. 1367) amending municipal code to enhance enforcement related to bicycle safety and usage. Overall, the meeting emphasized community input on housing and transportation policies, with procurement implications primarily tied to infrastructure planning and grant pursuit for bicycle projects.