Persons interested in serving on the City of Fillmore Film Commission or Planning Commission are invited to submit an application to the City by Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 5 p.m.

The Film Commission markets Fillmore to the film industry and also assists with the development of the City’s film policies. Film Commissioners also participate in annual film location expositions, which serve to highlight what Fillmore has to offer to the film industry. The Film Commission generally meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Monthly meetings generally last about one hour. Two positions on the commission will be filled. Two persons will be appointed to a four-year term ending in January 2015. Their term of office would expire in January 2015. At that time, the commissioners could re-apply to continue service on the commission. There is no residency requirement. The members shall have an interest in promoting, encouraging and assisting film activities within the City.

The Planning Commission, which serves an active role in local land-use decisions, generally meets the second Wednesday following the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. One position on the commission will be filled. One person will be appointed to a four-year term ending in January 2015. Their term of office would expire in January 2015. At that time, the commissioner could re-apply to continue service on the commission. The person appointed must reside within the City of Fillmore limits.

Those interested in being appointed to the Film Commission or Planning Commission are invited to submit an application and letter of interest to Angela Mumme, Fillmore City Hall, 250 Central Avenue, Fillmore, CA. 93015.

Applications are available in the lobby at Fillmore City Hall or may be found at the City's website at www.fillmoreca.com/docs/cag.pdf applications must be received by December 16 at 5 p.m.

Appointments to the Film Commission and Planning Commission will be made by the Mayor following an interview and recommendation by City Council Interview/Selection Committee.

For further information on the application process please call Angela Mumme at 524-1500, extension 214.