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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022
 On Wednesday, June 17th, 2022 at 3:57pm, Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a reported motorcycle vs. car in the area of Saratoga St. & Ventura St., Fillmore. Arriving fire crews reported a motorcycle and car involved collision, with the motorcyclist being treated by paramedics and transported by ambulance to a local hospital, condition unknown. Cause of the crash is under Investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel—AE News. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022
 Back in October 2021, Fillmore Library closed its doors to begin the Fillmore Library Expansion Project. Above is the current building under construction today. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022
 Don’t forget the Fillmore FFA will hold its annual Pancake Freedom Breakfast at the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, July 4th, 7am to 9:30am. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022
 On Tuesday, June 21st, the official first day of summer did not disappoint, with high temperatures reaching the 90s. Fillmore Aquatic Center was swimming with resident’s coming to cool off. The Aquatic Center hosts Recreation Swim times, for $2 per person, minors 13 & under must be accompanied by an adult or minor 16+. Lockers are available for use for 25-cents. Arm wings & life vest are permitted. Pool floats/inflatables are not allowed, donut rings etc. June dates are as follows: June 20th – 23rd 12:30pm – 4pm, June 24th 11am – 3pm, June 25th 12pm – 3pm. For more information visit https://www.fillmoreca.com/departments/parks-and-recreation-department/fillmore-aquatics-center. Enlarge Photo |
 On Thursday, June 9th, Fillmore High School 2022 Graduation Ceremony took place at the Fillmore High football stadium. Congratulations to the Class of 2022! This year’s ceremony was live-streamed via YouTube. You can watch the full ceremony at www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqFKyBYktfQ Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
 FHS Mariachi Los Rays from the FHS Band as they performed during the 2022 Graduation Ceremony. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
Words cannot express the pride we have for these students. They are all unique wonderful humans. Go forth and do great things Class of 2022! Keep making Fillmore and Piru PROUD! (Photo by https://photographybymarlene.pic-time.com/). You can view the live-streamed ceremony at https://youtu.be/6yNjUHnPxZw. |
 On Tuesday, Fillmore City Council voted unanimously to authorize offers of sale for the property known as the Fillmore Equestrian Center. The property is considered surplus, pursuant to the Surplus Property Land Act. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
Votes from 6-14-2022 Council Meeting: 8-A, B, C, D, E, H, and I, approved 5-0. 8-A RESOLUTION NO. 22-3892 – APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 PROJECT LIST TO BE FUNDED BY THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY 8-B 1. Approve an allocation of funds in an amount not to exceed $19,450 in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget for a contract with Planet Bids within account 101-4207-0021-245- Contract Services; 2. and Approve a contract and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Planet Bids Innovative Procurement Solutions for the components described above. Unanimously approved. 8-C City Council approved an agreement with Planet Bids Innovative eProcurement Solutions to provide citywide web-based eProcurement, contracts, and insurance management software. 8-D Adopted Resolution declaring the City-owned real property located at 308 Chambersburg Road/SH23 in the City of Fillmore (“Property”), known as the Fillmore Equestrian Center, to be surplus, authorizing offers of the Property for purchase pursuant 8-E Designated a primary voting delegate; and 2) Appointed up to two alternate delegates. Unanimously approved. 8-H City Council reviewed and approved the Agreement for Services (Valve Turning) with Veolia Water Contract Services USA, LLC. Unanimously approved. 8-I Staff recommended entering into a contract with Retail Strategies for one year with options for a second and third year, in a form approved by the City Attorney’s office authorizing the Mayor to execute the contract, and approve an appropriation in the amount of $45,000 to fund the cost to be incurred during fiscal year 2022-23. Unanimously approved. 8-F Authorized the Mayor to sign contracts with Willdan Financial Services for $17,500 in a form approved by the City Attorney’s office. Approved 4-0, Mayor had conflict. 8-G That the City Council discuss and provide direction to the City Manager whether to have the CPA Conduct a feasibility study for the City. Vote not to approve, 3-2. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
 Back in April 2022, at about 12:30am, members of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office were actively searching for Daniel Drum, 25, who was previously reported as a missing person at-risk due to mental health issues. The Sheriff’s Communication Center received a call reporting a family disturbance in the area. Deputies responded and learned an altercation between Drum and his 62-yearold father occurred resulting in a homicide. Drum fled the scene prior to deputies’ arrival. Deputies later located Drum hiding under an abandoned house in Piru and arrested him. UPDATE: Drum’s defense attorney expressed to the court that his client may not have the capability to understand the charge brought up against him. Criminal proceedings have been suspended and schedule for next month to discuss the issue of his mental competency. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
On Tuesday, June 7th residents gathered outside of Fillmore’s First Baptist Church to cast their votes for the 2022 election. On June 14th, 12:56am, the result were as follows: Measure A: Yes – 89,818, NO- 99,203; Measure B: Yes – 88,516, NO –99,034; Supervisor District 2: Claudia Bill-de la Peña (D) - 25,329 votes, Jeff Gorell (R) - 19,903 votes , Tim McCarthy (R) - 8,389 votes; VC Sheriff: Jim Fryhoff - 102,515 votes & Bill Ayub - 77,397 votes; District Attorney: Erik Nasarenko - 100,594 votes & John Barrick - 74,548 votes; Clerk and Recorder: Michelle Ascencion - 108,663 votes, Jeff Hargleroad - 55,478 votes & Bruce Boyer - 6,989 votes: Treasurer-Tax Collector: Sue Horgan - 114,981 votes, Ron Speakman - 53,521 votes; Assessor: Keith Taylor - 121,820 votes Bradley Coburn - 40,984 votes; Auditor-Controller: Jeffery Burgh - 136,271 votes. More voting result info at https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/CA/Ventura/114132/web.285569/#/.... |
 On Friday, June 3rd, Diamond Realty hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new location in Fillmore’s Historical Landmark 47, the old bank building at the corner of Central Avenue and Main Street. After the ribbon cutting folks were welcomed inside to enjoy refreshments and local artwork displayed throughout the building. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
A Grand opening was held Friday, June 3rd and was very well attended and supported by Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, Fillmore Association of Business, Fillmore City Officials and the community! They had live music by Professional Saxophone Player, Isaiah Venegas. Charcuterie and champagne were served. Many Thank You’s to Claudia Tovar of CMT Interior Design, Ruben Andrade with Andrade’s Flooring, Veronica Morris of Watermark Art, West Coast Signs (for our upcoming building signage), the Cardenas/Cornejo Family for entrusting us with their building, City of Fillmore and our loving family, friends & Clientele. On exhibit in our office now, Ms. Nichols’ Art students from Fillmore Middle School have a beautiful display of art. They are for sale. Please stop by. We are very blessed and thankful to serve our community with their real estate needs! Services provided: DiamondRealtyTeam.com |