Hmmmm Reseda - right in the heart of the Valley. Made famous in Tom Petty songs and actually was the center of the Northridge earthquake. "Reseda Earthquake" just didn't have the ring.
Don't know about the 23 but the 126 back to Los Angeles and through Simi is a fine route, even with the lights.
But what do I know - I live in Oregon.
55/Rad