Why Simi Valley
Courtesy of the City of Simi Valley (http://www.ci.simi-valley.ca.us/index.aspx?page=70#3)

Simi Valley offers opportunities for growth and prosperity at affordable rates. The more you learn about Simi Valley, the more you will appreciate our friendly atmosphere and enviable lifestyle. Simi Valley’s 125,000-plus residents know the benefits of living in a community “so close and yet so far” from Los Angeles – close enough to take advantage of the big city amenities,
while enjoying the peace, security, and calm of suburban living.

Companies have chosen to locate in Simi Valley for many reasons: attractive facility cost, diversified housing stock, productive and educated labor force, and an outstanding quality of life. These benefits, combined with the commitment of the City Council and the community, have created an environment for businesses to succeed. As a primary gateway between Los Angeles and Ventura County, Simi Valley offers low property, sales, and business taxes, and the City of Simi Valley does not assess any utility tax.

The City Council is fully committed to quality industrial and commercial development within the community, and the City is dedicated to assisting companies locating in Simi Valley. To this end, the City will assemble staff project teams, coordinated by the Office of Economic Development, to assist an applicant from development permit processing through construction
inspection and obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy.

If transportation is critical, the City is served by the 118 Freeway, which connects to all freeways servicing California and the nation. Additionally, located 30 minutes away is Port Hueneme, the only deep-water port of entry between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Los Angeles International Airport is 60 minutes away and Burbank Airport is 40 minutes driving time. For rail commuters, you can hop on or off Metrolink commuter trains or Amtrak’s regional trains at the Simi Valley Train Station.

Your employees will also want to live in Simi Valley, perennially ranked by the FBI as one of the nation’s safest cities. Our low crime rate, award-winning schools, dozens of parks, ample open space, and suburban atmosphere enticed national publications to name Simi Valley one of their Best Places to Live.

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