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Council advances application for $1.4 million emergency generator grant for community center

5598207 · August 18, 2025
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Summary

Council authorized the city manager to proceed with a grant application and an agreement with the park district to install emergency generators and related infrastructure at the community center; the project estimate is $1.4 million and staff said a local share would be determined if the grant is awarded.

Simi Valley staff told the City Council on Aug. 18 that the community center is identified as the city’s evacuation center and staff recommended applying for a grant to install emergency generators and supporting equipment, with an estimated project cost of $1,400,000.

Why it matters: council members said a reliable emergency‑power site is essential for evacuations and for county agencies that would use the site during disasters.

What was proposed: staff said the park district…

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