On April 25th the Fillmore Police Department received approval from Fillmore City Council for the purchase of four E-Bikes. After the city council meeting, a community member donated $4,000 to the Department which allowed them to purchase a 5th E-Bike. Photos courtesy Fillmore Police Department.

On April 25, 2023, the Fillmore City Council voted (5-0) and approved the purchase of four (4) E-Bikes to be used by the Fillmore Police Department. The E-Bikes will be used to augment uniformed patrol services throughout the city by allowing deputies to undertake bicycle patrols. The E-Bikes offer many benefits to the community, including high visibility, and engagement with our community members. Patrolling on bicycles makes our deputies more accessible and personable to the public and will help facilitate more proactive and positive police contacts with members of our community.
Following the city council meeting, a community member came to the Fillmore police station and donated a check in the amount of $4,000! The generous community member, who wished to remain anonymous, is a long-time supporter of law enforcement and wanted to donate money for the station’s bicycle program. The donation was used to fully fund the purchase of a fifth E-Bike. We are extremely grateful for the generous donation and the continued support of our community members.