City Council Candidates – Simi Valley

Note: this post will be periodically updated! (10/22/2026)

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

VOTER GUIDE – QUICK LINKS:

Simi Valley City Mayor – Vote for (1)

Mayoral Candidate Forum/Debate

Watch this forum here: https://youtu.be/qFkvVoIsnek

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

ENDORSED Kareem Jubran (D) – engineer/school trustee

  • Party: Democrat
  • Education: 
    • BS in mechanical engineering from UCLA
    • MS in civil engineering from USC
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Project Executive, Healthcare Core Market Leader, DPR Construction  (project/ construction manager, building hospitals, cancer treatment centers, and medical buildings) (2010 – present)
    • Simi Unified School District Trustee (2018-present)
    • Board Member, Moorpark College Foundation (2026-present)
    • Board Member, City of Hope – Los Angeles Real Estate & Construction Council (2024-present)
    • Engineering Services – Facilities Management Services, University of Southern California (2009-2010)
    • Design Engineer, Eaton (2008-2009)
  • Priorities:
    • Balanced, Smart Housing Growth: Expand housing options—including single-family homes, townhomes, and reasonable apartments/mixed-use developments—while preserving neighborhood character, enhancing walkability, and respecting infrastructure limits.
    • Economic Development & Biotech Hub: Revitalize commercial corridors, repurpose vacant storefronts, and capitalize on “The Simi Valley Advantage” by creating a local biotech incubator hub to attract high-paying jobs.
    • Public Safety & Climate Resilience: Fully staff and equip police and fire services, expand wildfire mitigation and evacuation planning, and invest in battery backups for traffic signals and critical infrastructure during PSPS power outages.
    • Compassionate & Accountable Homelessness Solutions: Partner with public health agencies, regional entities, and non-profits like the Samaritan Center to deliver treatment-focused, long-term stability while maintaining neighborhood safety and cleanliness.
  • Links:
  • Letters to the Editor:
    • (Simivalleyacorn) I am proud to give my full and enthusiastic support to Kareem Jubran for mayor of Simi Valley.
      I had the privilege of serving as Principal of Royal High School when Kareem was a student. He was an outstanding member of his senior class— bright, respectful, involved, and clearly destined to make a difference in his community. It has been especially rewarding to see the leader he has become.
      I later had the opportunity to work side by side with Kareem for six years on the Simi Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees. During those years, I saw firsthand his ability to listen, evaluate information, consider differing viewpoints, and make thoughtful, informed decisions. He doesn’t assume he has all the answers; he seeks input and listens to all sides before making a decision.
      Kareem is a lifelong Simi Valley resident who attended SVUSD from kindergarten through 12th grade. He is a UCLA graduate with a graduate degree from USC and a successful engineering career, including serving as a lead engineer on major construction projects throughout Los Angeles. His professional experience has strengthened his ability to analyze complex issues, solve problems, and work effectively with diverse groups.
      Just as important, Kareem genuinely cares about the people of Simi Valley. He has volunteered with various local organizations and has been actively involved in youth activities throughout our community.
      His commitment to our young people demonstrates that he understands something very important: the decisions we make today help shape the Simi Valley our children and grandchildren will inherit.
      I especially admire his efforts to bring our school district and city government together to make Simi Valley an even better place to live, work, and raise a family. 
      Bob LaBelle, Simi Valley
    • (simivalleyacorn.com) I have lived in Simi Valley since 1985. My children went through the Simi Valley school system. I have reviewed all the candidates running for office in my district in the upcoming elections. I believe they are all good and sincere people. However, in my view, the following are the best among the best.
      Dr. Ryan Rosuck for school board, Area E: Rosuck holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and has already had a successful career as both a teacher and an administrator in Simi Valley. She is also a recipient of the Lew Roth Award. Her priorities include promoting safe environment for academic success, and creating opportunities for every student to excel. I was especially impressed to see her going door-to-door in the unbearable heat.
      Kareem Jubran for mayor of Simi Valley: Kareem, an engineer with degrees from UCLA and USC, is a true product of Simi Valley. He grew up here and is now raising his family here. As an engineer, he has overseen large, complex, and high-risk healthcare and infrastructure construction projects. He has also served as president of the Simi Valley School Board and has been continuously elected as a School Board Trustee since 2018. His vision is to ensure that the dreams of every Simi Valley child remain within reach.
      Sam Cohen for City Council, District 2: I have seen Sam in action as a Neighborhood Council board member and as its chair. He has a quick grasp of complex issues and, drawing on his engineering background, comes up with viable solutions.
      His vision for Simi Valley includes safety (prevent dangerous power shutoffs, address deteriorating roads, minimize opportunities for crime); transparency (communication); and community (create more opportunities for young people and support programs that strengthen our community). 
      Satish Shah, Simi Valley
SIMI VALLEY DEM
Julia Brownley
Central Coast Labor Council
COMMUNITY LEADERS
– Satish Shah
– Kristina Pine, Simi Valley School Board Trustee, Retired
– Josh Gray, RSRPD Director, retired
– Bernardo Perez, Mayor of Moorpark / Moorpark City Councilmember / VCCCD Trustee (All Ret.)
– Bob LaBelle, Former Simi Valley School Board Trustee;

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Dee Dee Cavanaugh (incumbent) (party unknown) – banking senior vice president

  • Party: unknown
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Simi Valley City Councilmember (2016-present) 
    • Board Member, Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District (2010-2016)
    • Served on Small Business Advisory Committee and the Tree Advisory Committee for the City of Simi Valley
    • Senior Vice President, Regional Administrator for the Central Coast and Central Valley branches of the Banc of California
    • Has worked in banking since 1984
  • Priorities:
    • Safety First – Keep Simi Valley one of California’s safest communities
    • A Strong Local Economy – Support local businesses, create jobs, and ensure fiscal responsibility
    • Protect Our Quality of Life – Invest in roads, parks, the library, the Senior Center, and the Cultural Arts Center
  • Links:
  • ·Campaign Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deedeecavanaughforsimivalley 
COMMUNITY LEADERS
– Sheriff Geoff Dean, Ventura County (retired)
– Commander Cliff Williams, CHP (retired)
– Mayor Pro Tem Elaine Litster, City of Simi Valley
– Allan Mann, Simi Valley Planning Commissioner
– Barbra Williamson, former Simi Valley City Council
– Elaine Freeman, former Rancho Simi Rec and Park District Director
– Mike McGuigan, former Simi Valley Planning Commissioner
– Jim King, former Simi Valley Planning Commissioner

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Mike Judge (R) – City of Simi Valley Councilmember, former police officer

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Simi Valley City Councilmember (2010-present) 
    • Former member of Simi Valley Neighborhood Council Executive Board No. 3
    • Los Angeles Police Officer (31 years in law enforcement, now retired)
    • California Army National Guard (1986-1996)
    • U.S. Army (1981-1985)
  • Accomplishments on City Council:
    • Secured Funding for Simi Valley Free Clinic: Spearheaded a initiative to consolidate three years of city Waste Management grant funds, delivering a state-of-the-art facility for the clinic after a major fraud setback in 2018.
    • Modernized City RV Parking Codes: Led the long-overdue overhaul of restrictive municipal codes, giving homeowners the flexibility to park RVs on either side of their property.
    • Protected Neighborhood Parking Rights: Initiated a neighborhood parking permit ordinance allowing residents to petition for permit-only street parking to shield neighborhoods from overflow parking caused by high-density housing developments.
  • Links: 
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
– Mike Garcia, Former Congressman
– Dante Acosta, Former California State Assemblyman
– Scott Wilk, Former State Senator
– Peter Foy, Former County Supervisor
– Mike Lunn, Former County Clerk and Recorder
– Keith Mashburn Former Simi Valley Mayor

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Wayne Hampton Holland, III (R) – Broadway producer/financier

“I’m running because I’ve been a member of this community for the better half of my life and I believe that the relationships and skills I’ve developed would greatly benefit city. A different perspective is a marvelous tool to promote growth. My platform consists of three pillars: fire prevention, theatre enhancement, financial literacy. Wildfires too often sweep through Simi Valley and certain measures can be taken to reduce this threat.

A method which has seen an increase in popularity is utilizing goats to clear the brush. Key areas would be targeted, creating a barrier between the wildfires and structures. This method was successfully used only recently to protect the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. I’m proud to live in a community which recognizes the value of the arts. We have a beautiful theater, wonderful programs at all of our schools, and a people who engage with and support the arts.

Through my Broadway and theatre connections, I intend to enhance the existing programs and develop a New Works program. If there is one area of education that is generally lacking, it is financial literacy. Many choose to avoid it and suffer in the long run. I would develop an auxiliary program to provide students with the basics of finance as well as resources for further education. The residents of Simi Valley would benefit from my election from a heightened focus on the arts, a keen interest in fire prevention, and a sharp eye for fiscal responsibility as my ideas are implemented.”

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Robert Clarizio (R) – communications technology consultant

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Simi Valley City Council, District 1 (Short Term) – Vote for (1)

Candidate Forum/Debate for City Council Districts 1,2, & 4

Watch city council candidate forum/debate here: https://youtu.be/GQFbAS-zWmE

ENDORSED Joseph D. Ayala (DTS) (incumbent) – director of proposal development, college lecturer

Central Coast Labor CouncilSEIU 721
Ventura Co. Professional Firefighters
– Al Brown, 2025 Community Volunteer of the Year;
– Bill Martin, 2026 City Volunteer of the Year;
– Gina Truncale Adams, 2026 Community Volunteer of the Year;
– Robert Ortiz, 2026 Business Owner of the Year

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Anthony Thompson (R) – businessman/coach/executive

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Jill Abele (R) – retired businessperson

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • “decades of business experience leading large teams and managing multi-million-dollar projects and programs” 
    • Serves on the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club of Moorpark & Simi Valley.
    • Past Chair of Simi Valley Neighborhood Council Executive Board #1
  • Priorities:
    • Promote Economic Vibrancy & Revitalize the Town Center: Transform the Simi Valley Town Center through smart planning and community input into a thriving retail, entertainment, and job destination that drives local tax revenue.
    • Maintain Financial Stability & Pension Reform: Implement transparent, responsible budgeting to address severely underfunded employee pension liabilities without compromising essential city operations.
    • Eliminate Wasteful City Spending: Curb low-priority expenditures, such as excessive consulting contracts, and reallocate tax dollars toward vital community-facing programs like Meals on Wheels.
    • Deliver Responsive Public Safety & Essential Services: Leverage a growing economy and disciplined budget to provide high-quality, dependable public safety and civic services that protect quality of life. 
  • Links:
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Ross Bonfiglio, Retired Captain, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office
David Caceres, Former Simi Valley City Attorney
Harvey Plaks, Retired Sargeant, Simi Valley Police Department
Lori Mills, Host of Uncover California and Vice Chair VCRC
Brad & Leah J
Barbra Williamson, retired Simi Valley City Council Member 1991-2012
Judge Steven Hintz, retired
John Barrick, Criminal Prosecutor
Deb Holler, Community Leader
Ken Simons, VC Consolidated Oversight Board & Moorpark City Council Member 2016-2020
Mike McGuigan, Former Planning Commissioner, City of Simi Valley
Dao & Thong H.

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Todd Taylor (R) – private investigator

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Licensed Private Investigator – 28 years of experience
    • Bounty Hunter – 22 years of experience
    • Former Simi Valley Neighborhood Council Chair
    • Currently serving on the Board of the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley/Moorpark
    • Former Member of Volunteer Surveillance Team, LAPD Devonshire Division
    • Past President of the Northridge/Chatsworth Rotary Club
    • Former Board Member, Chatsworth Business Improvement District
  • Priorities: 
    • Strengthen Public Safety: Fully staff and equip the Police Department, restore dedicated School Resource Officers, increase neighborhood patrols, and deploy crime-prevention technology backed by privacy protections and accountability.
    • Address Homelessness & Protect Public Spaces: Strictly enforce anti-encampment laws to keep parks and neighborhoods safe and clean, while connecting individuals with services and pathways off the streets.
    • Upgrade Infrastructure & Roads: Prioritize road repairs, pothole filling, and traffic signal optimization in District 1, while requiring new developments to fund necessary road, utility, and public service upgrades.
    • Fiscal Responsibility & Transparency: Oppose new taxes, eliminate wasteful spending, maintain strong city reserves, and perform line-by-line budget reviews to safeguard funding for essential services.
    • Preserve Community Character & Smart Growth: Oppose high-rise or overcrowded developments, support growth only when supported by existing infrastructure and parking, and prioritize local business growth.
  • Links:

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Simi Valley City Council, District 2 – Vote for (1)

Candidate Forum/Debate for City Council Districts 1,2, & 4

Watch city council candidate forum/debate here: https://youtu.be/GQFbAS-zWmE

ENDORSED Sam Cohen (D) – engineer

  • Party: Democrat
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Engineer, managing multi-million-dollar projects for a large regional employer
    • Board Member and Chair of Neighborhood Council
    • Member of the Community Development Block Grant Committee and the Community Projects Grant Committee 
    • Member of the Cultural Arts Foundation Board
  • Priorities:
    • Safety & Infrastructure: Protect families by preventing disruptive power shutoffs, modernize roads and traffic systems, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for all residents.
    • Transparency & Community Engagement: Enhance communication from city hall, keep residents informed on key decisions, and ensure every community member has a voice in local government.
    • Community & Youth Support: Strengthen neighborhoods through local programs and expand opportunities for young people and families to thrive in Simi Valley.
    • Local Business & Housing Focus: Champion housing solutions and local businesses that directly serve residents and community needs over outside interests.
  • Links:
  • Letters to the Editor:
    • (simivalleyacorn.com) I have lived in Simi Valley since 1985. My children went through the Simi Valley school system. I have reviewed all the candidates running for office in my district in the upcoming elections. I believe they are all good and sincere people. However, in my view, the following are the best among the best.
      Dr. Ryan Rosuck for school board, Area E: Rosuck holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and has already had a successful career as both a teacher and an administrator in Simi Valley. She is also a recipient of the Lew Roth Award. Her priorities include promoting safe environment for academic success, and creating opportunities for every student to excel. I was especially impressed to see her going door-to-door in the unbearable heat.
      Kareem Jubran for mayor of Simi Valley: Kareem, an engineer with degrees from UCLA and USC, is a true product of Simi Valley. He grew up here and is now raising his family here. As an engineer, he has overseen large, complex, and high-risk healthcare and infrastructure construction projects. He has also served as president of the Simi Valley School Board and has been continuously elected as a School Board Trustee since 2018. His vision is to ensure that the dreams of every Simi Valley child remain within reach.
      Sam Cohen for City Council, District 2: I have seen Sam in action as a Neighborhood Council board member and as its chair. He has a quick grasp of complex issues and, drawing on his engineering background, comes up with viable solutions.
      His vision for Simi Valley includes safety (prevent dangerous power shutoffs, address deteriorating roads, minimize opportunities for crime); transparency (communication); and community (create more opportunities for young people and support programs that strengthen our community). 
      Satish Shah, Simi Valley
SIMI VALLEY DEM
Ventura County Young Democrats
JACQUI IRWIN
Central Coast Labor CouncilSEIU 721Including Simi Valley city workers
– Satish Shaw
– Nikki Lian, Local Business Owner,
– CKO Kickboxing;
– Joseph Metcalf & Katie Garibaldi, Local Business Owners, Simi Vibe;
– Michelle Scharf;
– Suzanne Mahler;
– Susan Salvaggio

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Richard Perini (R) – business owner

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Founder of Absolute Security & Technologies, Inc., which installs security solutions for commercial, industrial, government, and high-end residential properties
  • Priorities:
    • Economic development
    • Public safety
    • City government efficiency
  • Links:
Ventura Co. Professional Firefighters
COMMUNITY LEADERS
– Mark Lunn — Former Ventura County Assessor
– Maggie Kestly — Candidate for Ventura County Superintendent of Schools
– Bill Klepper — Commnity Leader  
– T.J. McInturff — Community Leader

Simi Valley City Council, District 4 – Vote for (1)

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Candidate Forum/Debate for City Council Districts 1,2, & 4

Watch city council candidate forum/debate here: https://youtu.be/GQFbAS-zWmE

ENDORSED Josh Gray (D) – business advocate

  • Party: Democrat
  • Education: 
    • BA in economics and political science from Cal Lutheran University
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks District Board member (2020-2025)
    • Director of Government Affairs and Tourism for the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce (2023-present) 
    • Manager of Government Affairs and External Relations for PennyMac Loan Services (2020-2023)
    • Quality Assurance Manager and Assistant Director of Operations at Space Vector Corporation (2018-2020)
    • Cofounder of Winworks.ai (software that gathers polling data) (2017-2019)
    • Media Monitor and Communications Intern for the Executive Office of the U.S. President (Obama administration) (2015-2017)
    • Legislative Intern, L.A. County Board of Supervisors (2013-2014)
  • Accomplishments on Park District Board:
    • Balanced Budgets: Managed public assets with a taxpayer-first mentality, passing balanced budgets every single year.
    • Protected Our Quality of Life: Secured 149 acres of new open space, expanded the Park Ranger program, and championed fire resiliency.
    • Invested in Our Youth: Built the Berylwood Teen Center and Skate Plaza, and expanded affordable after-school care.
  • Priorities:
    • Pro-Worker, Pro-Business Local Economy: Cut city bureaucratic friction, streamline business permitting, and attract high-wage industries (life sciences, healthcare, defense) to create local career paths and keep essential workers living in Simi Valley.
    • Neighborhood Safety & Fire Resiliency: Enhance community safety through stronger hillside brush management, regional fire preparation, better street lighting, maintained neighborhood infrastructure, and expanded youth programming.
    • Smart, Affordable Housing Growth: Address the housing crisis with thoughtful, character-aligned developments—prioritizing mixed-use spaces, reasonably scaled apartments, and for-sale townhomes/condos that allow local families to put down roots.
    • Humane, Regional Homelessness Solutions: Implement individualized “housing-first” approaches, deepen partnerships with non-profits like the Samaritan Center, and collaborate regionally on interim and supportive housing options with full wrap-around services.
    • Disciplined Fiscal Stewardship: Leverage experience managing public budgets to eliminate wasteful spending, pass balanced budgets, and invest tax dollars directly into high-value community infrastructure and public services.
    • Accessible & Transparent Government: Expand public participation by instituting permanent hybrid/virtual city council access, sending proactive notifications on key policy agendas, and guaranteeing constituent follow-up.
  • Links:
CADEM
SIMI VALLEY DEM
Ventura County Young Democrats
JACQUI IRWIN
Central Coast Labor Council
SEIU 621,
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
– Kristina Pine – fmr. SVUSD Area D Trustee
– Bernardo Perez – fmr. VC Community College District Trustee
– Sofya Bagdasaryan – fmr. SVUSD Area C Trustee
– Leroy Leyba – Neighborhood Council #4, former Chair
– Fernando Lira – Small Business Owner, 805 Quesa Birria Tacos
– Nancy Mason – Retired SVUSD Principal
– Ryan Valencia – Former City Council Candidate
– Gina Truncale Adams – Simi’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year, Simi Valley Cultural Arts Foundation Board, and Rotarian
– Regina Biddings-Muro – Small Business Owner, Own Your Crown
– Amanda Severyn – Small Business Owner, Nook & Nail
– Bryan Honda – Eagle Scout 
– Tammy Plotkin – Small Business Owner
– Jeff Plotkin – Small Business Owner
– Tim Gutierrez – Eagle Scout
– Jackson Gray – Eagle Scout
– Jared Honda – Eagle Scout 
– Ryan McArdle – Eagle Scout 
– Ethan Craig – Eagle Scout
– Andrew Brown, MBA – Eagle Scout
– Jon Teague – Eagle Scout
– Jake Gray – Eagle Scout
– Travis Custer – Eagle Scout
– Casey Gray – Eagle Scout
– Keith Corley – Eagle Scout
– Logan Sandoval – ZEF BBQ Owner, Simi’s Celebrity Chef

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Ivana Christmann (party unknown) – planning commissioner/businesswoman

  • Party: unknown (endorsed by Republican Party)
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Planning Commissioner, City of Simi Valley
    • President-Elect, Rotary Club
    • Board Member, For the Troops Nonprofit
    • Successful Local Business Owner
  • Priorities:
    • Public Safety First – Back our police to keep Simi Valley safe
    • Smart Planning – Protect open space and responsible development
    • Strong Local Economy – Support small businesses and local jobs
    • Fiscal Responsibility – Improve city efficiency to stretch taxpayer dollars     
  • Links:
– June Dubreuil, Moorpark Park and Recreation Commissioner
– Elaine Freeman,  former Rancho Simi RPD
– Barbra Williamson, former Simi Valley City Council
– Mike Koslow, candidate for US Congress
– Dean Kunicki, Ventura County Board of Education Trustee (Ret), former SV Planning Commissioner
– Gina Sanders, LAPD Captain, ret.
– Scott Gould, LAFD Captain, ret
– Lieutenant Colonel Robert “Buzz” Patterson, United States Air Force (Retired)
– Allan Mann, Simi Valley Planning Commissioner
– Lee Kennedy, Simi Valley Planning Commissioner
– John Barrick, Ventura County prosecutor
– Jennifer Jones ,Simi Valley Moorpark Republican Women Federated, past president 
– Raul Avila, Calleguas Municipal Water District Board Member
– Rick Jeffery, CFP;
– Bob Davis – Home Lender;
– Lori Mills;
– Amber Powell;
– Bruce Thomas

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Scott Juceam (R) – businessman

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • founder of The Tax Defense Group, working in tax resolution and financial advocacy (25 years)
    • teaches victimology at the Sacramento Polica Academy
    • has consulted with all branches of the U.S. military, spoken before state legislatures, and assisted in training law enforcement officers and first responders across multiple states
  • Priorities:
    • Public Safety: Support law enforcement with adequate funding for training and equipment, expand officer recruitment and retention programs, ensure rapid neighborhood response times, and foster positive police-community relationships.
    • Clean & Safe Neighborhoods: Keep streets, parks, and public spaces accessible and safe by increasing facility maintenance, promptly addressing graffiti, improving residential lighting, and maintaining sidewalks.
    • Responsible Government: Maintain fiscal discipline and transparency through regular budget reviews, eliminating wasteful spending, prioritizing essential services, and holding financial reserves for emergencies.
    • Homelessness Solutions That Work: Balance compassion with accountability by partnering with regional care services, protecting public spaces through enforcement, and supporting clear pathways to stability.
    • Listening to Residents & Action: Guide city decisions through community input—holding regular town halls, responding quickly to constituent concerns, and following through with transparent accountability.
  • Links:
– Steve Friedman, Wood Ranch Resident;
– Kelley Parris, Children’s Board of Hillsborough County Florida, Ret. CEO;
– David Allison, Police Captain, Ret., Roseville Police Department;
– Marc Glynn, Retired Captain, Roseville Police Department

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson

Debra K. Dickerson (R) – retired police officer

  • Party: Republican
  • Employment & experience: 
    • Pilots the news helicopter for ABC Los Angeles 
    • Police officer, LAPD (1989-2017)
  • Priorities:
    • Elevate Quality of Life & Community Amenities: Invest in parks, hiking trails, and community centers, support cultural events and festivals, and expand affordable housing so local families, teachers, and first responders can afford to live in Simi Valley.
    • Strengthen Public Safety & Emergency Infrastructure: Leverage 30 years of LAPD experience to secure consistent, long-term funding for police and fire services, expand crisis response programs, and partner with the Simi Valley Unified School District to protect students.
    • Build Vibrant, Connected Neighborhoods: Invest in safe streetscapes, well-lit walkways, and protected bike lanes that make moving through the city safer and more accessible for families, seniors, and pedestrians of all abilities.
    • Preserve Local Retail & Community Character: Protect small local shops and main corridor businesses from oversaturation, preserving the unique charm and economic identity of Simi Valley during future development.
    • Support Local Businesses & Streamline Permitting: Cut red tape by modernizing the city’s permitting process, expanding access to low-interest loans and tax incentives, and treating local business owners as key economic partners.
    • Ensure Thoughtful, Infrastructure-First Growth: Require rigorous environmental and community impact reviews, early public input, and long-term planning for all major developments to ensure growth respects existing neighborhoods, schools, traffic, and water resources.
  • Links:
Simi Chiropractic Health Center
Ventura Co. Professional Firefighters
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
– Sandy Jo MacArthur, LAPD Assistant Chief of Police (Retired)
– Tom Lange, Retiredd LAPD/Author & Lecturer
– Simi Chiropractic Health Center
– Los Angeles Police Protective League
– Tim Hodge, Former Simi Valley Planning Commissioner

TOP * Mayor: Jubran * Cavanaugh * Judge * Holland, III * Clarizio * District 1: Ayala * Thompson * Abele * Taylor * District 2: Cohen * Perini * District 4: Gray * Christmann * Juceam * Dickerson