By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
![]() On Tuesday, April 15th, at approximately 2:23 p.m., the Fillmore Police Department responded to a fight in progress at First Street and Mountain View Street. 911 callers reported that several male and female subjects were involved in a physical altercation, with at least two being stabbed. One victim was found on Mountain View Street with a stab wound, where Ventura County Fire treated the patient; a second victim arrived at the Fillmore Police Station, where the patient was treated by Fillmore City Fire and AMR Paramedics. Both stabbed patients were transported to a local hospital. According to the sheriff’s dispatch, four subjects fled in an older gray Nissan or Honda. It was last seen heading towards Highway 126. Photo credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo |
By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, April 18th, 2025
On 04/10/2025, a 67-year-old Ventura resident, (S) Robert Gibson, was arrested for a felonious violation of Penal Code § At about 7:30 A.M., patrol deputies from the Sheriff’s Fillmore Station responded to a report of a burglary in the 400 The suspect, Gibson, had been detained by a diligent member of the community. A subsequent investigation took place and On 04/10/2025, Gibson was booked at the Ventura County Sheriff’s Pre-Trial Detention Facility for one count of Penal Code § The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank members of the public for their on-going support and due diligence Prepared by: Sergeant Jarrod Foote News Release Date: 04/11/2025 Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon Booking Photo Release: NO |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
![]() Congratulations to Captain Eduardo Malagon on 25 years of dedicated service! Fillmore is incredibly fortunate to have your leadership at the helm of our police department. Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and service to our community! #FillmoreCA #CaptainMalagon #25YearsOfService #CommunityFirst #thankyouforyourservice. Posted April 11, 2025, https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
![]() On Sunday, April 13th, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Fillmore City Firefighters responded to a fire involving a mobility scooter in the 200 block of A Street. The fire was extinguished by firefighters and no injuries were reported. Photo credit PHOTO91. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
![]() Courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=208 FILLMORE, CA — Posted on: March 27, 2025–Fire Chief Keith Gurrola is informing the Fillmore community that updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps, mandated by CAL FIRE and the Office of the State Fire Marshal, are now available for public review. The new maps reflect updated data and scientific modeling to assess wildfire risks in both State Responsibility Areas (SRA) and Local Responsibility Areas (LRA). These updated maps will help better prepare our community and inform future development and emergency planning. “These maps are an important tool in helping us understand the evolving risks we face from wildfires,” said Fire Chief Keith Gurrola. “We encourage residents to review the maps and attend our upcoming community meetings to ask questions and learn more about what these changes may mean for your property and our city.” Public Hearings for Map Adoption: April 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. – Introduction of ordinance May 13, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. – Final adoption and public comment (Both hearings will take place at Fillmore City Hall, Council Chambers) In accordance with state law, the City of Fillmore is required to adopt the LRA maps within 120 days of their release. The City does not intend to propose any changes or increases to the hazard zones recommended by CAL FIRE. The maps are available online through the CAL FIRE FHSZ Map Viewer, and additional resources including fact sheets and FAQs are accessible on the City’s website: www.fillmoreca.gov/FHSZ Residents with questions or concerns can contact the Fillmore Fire Department at (805) 815-0328 Community Contact: Name: Chief Gurrola Title: Fire Chief Phone: (805) 815-0328 Email: keithg@fillmoreca.gov Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
By Epi Torres On Friday and Saturday, March 28th and 29th a select group of track athletes traveled over the hill to compete in the Simi In the Rated high jump, Yaneli Landin claimed third place with a jump of 4’ 04”. In the Rated long jump Janessa Corona also In the Rated girls shot put, Adrianna Deleon was 2nd in 29’ 10”. Teammate Hermelinda Ocegueda was 4th in 28’ 00”, and Lucy In the Rated girls 100 meter hurdles, Emelie Magana ran a 19.41. Yaneli Landin ran a 52.27 in the Rated girls 300 meter One of the most exciting results of this meet was the Fillmore Girls 4 X 100 meter relay team taking down the 30 year old |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, April 18th, 2025
![]() Chef Keegan Wigger, a Brigaid Program Chef, is working with the Fillmore Unified School District’s Child Nutrition Services team on developing meal options for students. Chef Wigger uses a process known as Scratch Cooking. Scratch Cooking refers to preparing food from basic raw ingredients, rather than using prepackaged, processed, or semi-prepared items. It involves starting with fresh vegetables, meats, grains, and other whole foods to create meals, focusing on natural ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Chef Wigger came to FUSD from the Brigaid program. Brigaid has assembled a team of professional chefs who apply their culinary expertise to help school food service programs achieve their goals. Courtesy https://www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/2025/4/10/chef-develops-meals-for-fillmore-unified. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 10th, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Fillmore, CA – April 8, 2025 – The City of Fillmore is pleased to announce the appointment of Manuel Following a highly competitive recruitment process, involving three rounds of interviews and a strong field of well- “Manny’s knowledge, experience, and strong local and County-wide connections will make us an even stronger team,” said City Minjares previously served in the City’s Planning Department and as a Fillmore City Council Member, and most recently worked “It is both an honor and a privilege to return to the city where I began my professional career more than 20 years ago. I The City of Fillmore looks forward to the leadership and experience Manny Minjares will bring to the Assistant City Manager For additional information, please contact Erika Herrera-Terriquez. Please visit www.fillmoreca.gov and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. Community Contact: Name: Erika Herrera-Terriquez Title: City Manager Phone: 805-946-1712 Email: eherrera@fillmoreca.gov |
By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, April 10th, 2025
On 04/02/2025, (S) Isaac Lopez, a 29-year-old Fillmore resident, was arrested for his involvement with a gang graffiti On 04/02/2025, at about 2:30 PM, diligent members of the community reported a graffiti vandalism occurring near the At about 2:52 PM, detectives and patrol personnel located the suspect, Isaac Lopez a couple blocks from the graffiti The Fillmore Police Department encourages citizens to immediately report suspicious people and vehicles, and to promptly Graffiti vandalism is an eyesore that directly affects the quality of life in our communities. If left unchecked, graffiti Graffiti Removal The City of Fillmore removes all graffiti in public areas by either painting over it or by using a power washer, depending The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank members of the public for their on-going support and due diligence Prepared by: Sergeant Jarrod Foote News Release Date: 04/03/2025 Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon Booking Photo Release: NO |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, April 10th, 2025
![]() Local realtor Cindy Diaz-Telly (left) received a Fair Housing Proclamation from City Council Member Christina Villaseñor at Tuesday night’s council meeting. Enlarge Photo CITY OF FILLMORE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025, 6:30 PM CITY HALL 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A FAIR HOUSING PROCLAMATION 5.B SEWER ENTERPRISE PRESENTATION 5.C PRESENTATION REGARDING STREET VENDORS IN THE CITY 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS 7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND COMMENTS 8. CONSENT CALENDAR RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. IS TO APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE. 8.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 8, 2025 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 8, 2025.PDF 9. NEW BUSINESS 9.A - Council provided guidance to staff to bring the item back with additional information pertaining to cost associated 9.D passed 5-0 with edits under the environmental section of the draft platform. To not attend the League of Cities April 9.B to 9.H passed 5-0- excluding 9.D 9.A DISCUSSION OF WHETHER TO ADOPT A MILLS ACT PROPERTY TAX PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF FILLMORE RECOMMENDATION Staff seeks direction from the City Council regarding whether to adopt a Mills Act Property Tax Abatement DISCUSSION OF MILLS ACT SR.PDF 9.B CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF REORGANIZING THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council discuss this item and provide direction. If the direction of the City SR REORDERING ITEMS ON AGENDA.PDF 9.C CONSIDERATION OF MULTI-YEAR INVESTMENT IN HOUSING TRUST FUND VENTURA COUNTY (HTFVC) RECOMMENDATION Staff seeks direction from the City Council on whether to include a contribution to HTFVC in the upcoming HTFVC CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING SR.PDF 9.D CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE CITY OF FILLMORE 2025 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM 2025 SR.PDF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council discuss the draft 2025 Legislative Platform and provide direction to 9.E APPROVAL OF A STAGING AREA LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH TORO ENTERPRISES, INC. SR STAGING AGREEMENT WITH TORO.PDF RECOMMENDATION That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a License Agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc. 9.F BOND EXONERATION TRACT NOS. 5520-2 AND 5520-3 SR BOND EXTONERATION TRACT 5520-2 AND-3.PDF RECOMMENDATION That the City Council accept a public improvement bond for survey monumentation for Tract Nos. 5520-2 and RECOMMENDATION That the City Council accept a public improvement bond for survey monumentation for Tract Nos. 5520-2 and 9.G FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE FILLMORE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB BUILDING CEILING REPAIR PROJECT RECOMMENDATION That the City Council: 1. Accept the services provided for the Fillmore Boys and Girls Club Building Project SR - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CEILING PROJECT - FINAL.PDF 9.H FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE FILLMORE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB BUILDING DOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT RECOMMENDATION That the City Council: 1. Accept the services provided for the Fillmore Boys and Girls Club Building Door SR - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB DOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT - FINAL.PDF 10. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS 11. CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT 12. ADJOURNMENT MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025, CITY |