Pictured above is Fillmore Police Chief Eduardo “Lalo” Malagon addressing resident’s complaints regarding fireworks as well as long term parking on roadways and parking lots.
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CITY OF FILLMORE

CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024

8. NEW BUSINESS

All agenda items were approved 5-0

8.A CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 24-974 TO AMEND AND UPDATE FILLMORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 14.36.030 WHICH SETS FORTH REGULATIONS FOR STORAGE OR LONG-TERM PARKING OF VEHICLES ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS AND PARKING LOTS
SR -ORDINANCE NO. 24-974- AMEND STORAGE AND LONG TERM PARKING.PDF

RECOMMENDATION

That the City Council approve the first reading to introduce Ordinance No. 24-974, amending Fillmore Municipal Code (“FMC”) section 14.36.030 regarding storage or long-term parking of vehicles.

8.B AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE THREE PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT MAINT-ENANCE VEHICLES
SR - PUBLIC WORKS TRUCKS FY24-25.PDF

RECOMMENDATION

Staff requests that the City Council authorize the purchase of three pick-up trucks for the Public Works and Facilities Department and authorize the City Manager to execute any agreement or purchase order necessary to carry out the purchase.
8.C AUTHORIZATION FOR PURCHASE OF A MECHANICAL ROOM CONTROLLER, CHEMICAL CO-NTROLLER, AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR THE AQUATICS FACILITY

SR - PURCHASE OF NEW AQUATICS CONTROLLER.PDF

8.D CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON ILLEGAL FIREWORKS SR - FIREWORKS DISCUSSION.PDF

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends that the City Council receive a presentation on illegal fireworks activity,
enforcement efforts, and penalties and provide feedback and direction.

8.E CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE NOTIFICATION SR CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE.PDF

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report.

8.F DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATE AND TWO ALTERNATES FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
SR - DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE LEAGUE OF CA CITIES.PDF.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council:

1) Designate a primary voting delegate; and 2) Appoint up to two alternate delegates.

8.G ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 24- 4020AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A CLAIM FOR FY 2024-25 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) FUNDS AND LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FU-NDS (LTF), ARTICLE 8 CLAIM

SR - FY 24-25 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT.PDF.

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends that the City Council:

Adopt the attached Resolution 24-4020 authorizing the City Manager or his designee to sign and file a claim with the Ventura County Transportation Commission for the allocation to the City of $828,902 of Transportation Development Act Funds for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

9. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS

10. CITY MANAGER

CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT

11. CLOSED SESSION

11.A AUGUST 13, 2024 - CLOSED SESSION AUGUST 13, 2024 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF

12. ADJOURNMENT

MAYOR CARRIE BROGGIE ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUTS 27, 2024, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent, Fillmore Unified School District
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Dear Fillmore/Piru Community,

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year. I hope your summer was filled with quality time with loved ones and that you are ready for a great school year!

All Fillmore Unified staff have been working diligently to prepare for the year ahead, and we are eager to partner with you to make this school year one of growth, achievement, and opportunity for all students.

This year, we remain committed to student academic success and creating safe and respectful schools where every student can thrive. We also recognize the critical role of mental health support and are dedicated to offering expanded resources to support emotional well-being and long-term resilience. Additionally, we will continue to invest in facility improvements across our school district. Below are some highlights:

Student Academic Success

•Full-time bilingual community liaisons at all school sites.
•Free online academic tutoring available 24/7.
•Reading Intervention teachers at all elementary schools and Fillmore Middle School (FMS).
•Block schedules with built-in academic support at FMS and Fillmore High School (FHS).
•Differentiated academic support within the school day at all elementary schools.
•Expanded Independent Study Program.
•After-school Bridges program until 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
•Expanded Learning Opportunities during school breaks.
•Preschool programs for children ages 2.9 months to 4 years.
•College/university field trips to promote a college-bound culture.
•Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways at Fillmore High.
•UCSB (University of California Santa Barbara) Early Academic Outreach Program at Fillmore High and Fillmore Middle Schools.
•CSUCI (Cal State University Channel Islands) Guaranteed Admission for Fillmore High students.
Mental Health Support
•Wellness Centers at FMS, FHS, Piru and Mountain Vista Schools.
•New Wellness Centers at Sierra High School and San Cayetano Elementary School.
•Counselors at all sites, full-time social workers at Fillmore Middle and Fillmore High
Schools.
2023-2024 Facilities Improvements
•Fillmore High: New windows and HVAC units in the Arts building, new fencing at the Little League Field, and new asphalt at the basketball courts.
•San Cayetano Elementary: New interior classroom paint, new classroom furniture, new shade structure, new landscaping, HVAC in the cafeteria.
•Mountain Vista Elementary: New shade structures.
•Sierra High: New shade structure and landscaping.
•Sespe Preschool: New paint, landscaping, and play structure.
•Adult Education Center: New classrooms and restroom building.
Coming in 2024-2025
• Rio Vista Elementary: New 200-meter all-weather track.
• Fillmore High: New varsity baseball field, new restroom building, and flex
space at the School Farm.
• Piru Elementary: New HVAC in the cafeteria, new shade structures, and restroom building.
Future Projects
• Fillmore Middle School: New paint and HVAC in the gym, new outdoor shade structures.
• Fillmore High School: New athletic complex (groundbreaking in 2025), locker room remodel to include girls’ locker room, and career center relocation and upgrade.

Great things are happening in our school district! It is important that we continue to work together, build relationships with each other, and maintain our collective focus to do what is best for our students. They are counting on us!
Please join and support our School Site Councils, English Learner Advisory Committees, Parent Booster Clubs, and volunteer opportunities. Connecting with these organizations and school staff is vital to your child’s success. I look forward to seeing our students back on Wednesday, August 14, and I’m confident we can make this school year a safe and positive experience for everyone.

Sincerely,
Christine Schieferle, Superintendent, Fillmore Unified School District

At last weeks, Fillmore Rotary Club meeting, Program Chair Cindy Blatt introduced guest speaker Josh Overton from the FHS Drama Club. He has been the teacher and director for 23 years. The students have done productions in their classroom as well at Sespe School Auditorium. They have also worked with the Sespe Players and Josh stated working with adults is a good example for the students. The Rotary Club of Fillmore presented the Drama Club with a check for $300 on behalf of the Santa Clarita Runners, from the 10K Team Challenge.

Courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/1329/SB-386---Election-Law-Notice
SB 386 - Election Law Notice
10224.5
No later than three days before the deadline for submission of nomination papers (August 9th, 2024) for a municipal election, the city elections official shall post on the city’s internet website, or publish a public notice that includes the following: (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 870, Sec. 4. (SB 386) Effective January 1, 2024.)
(a) A list of the offices to be filled.
-Councilmember, District 1
- Councilmember District 2
- Councilmember District 5
- City Clerk (elected at-large)
- City Treasurer (elected at-large)
(b) Whether the city elections official has furnished nomination papers to the incumbent for each open office.
No Incumbents. (city has recently moved to Districts)
(c) Whether, due to redistricting, there is no eligible incumbent for an open office.
No eligible incumbent for an open office due to redistricting.
(d) The location where nomination papers may be obtained.
Fillmore City Hall
250 Central Avenue
Fillmore, CA 93015
(e) The location, dates, and hours of operation of the office where completed nomination papers may be filed.
Individuals interested in running for City Council (Districts 1,2,5), City Clerk, and City Treasurer must make an appointment to pull papers and receive more information during the nomination period. The nomination period for this election is JULY 15, 2024 - AUGUST 9, 2024. All forms and nomination documents are available in the City Clerk’s Office (Mon-Fri, 8am - 4pm). Only the official forms prepared or issued by the City Clerk may be used.
To schedule an appointment, please email cityclerk@fillmoreca.gov or contact our city clerk at (805) 524-3701 Ext.213. Candidates will be given both oral and written instructions on the procedures to complete the nomination process at the time they pull papers.

Boys & Girls Club SCV names Ari Larson Scholarship winner Marlene Garcia for the 2024 graduating class. Photo credit Boys & Girls Club SCV.
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From the Desk of CEO Jan Marholin

Dear Friends of the Club,

We decided to join our July & August newsletters together because of what busy of a summer we had! From field trips, to our annual Kids STEM Day, to gearing back up for school to start, there hasn’t been a dull day!

As our summer programs have been in full effect, we have a theme across the board, “Around the World.” We have been “traveling” country to country learning about different cultures, trying various foods and even exposure to new languages! I remember, I was walking across the gym and I see this group of kids creating their very own pretzel! It was very heartwarming seeing our little ones trying to make the pretzel knot! I guess that week was Germany!

On July 12th, we hosted our annual Kids STEM Day! If you are unfamiliar with that event, we bus up all of our kids from all BGCSCV clubs to the Santa Paula site. It is an afternoon of excitement, activities and adventure. I was so excited to see that for the first time, we had a boat! Thanks to our friends over at United Water Conservation District for allowing our youth to board a boat and feel like a captain, even if they were in the parking lot! Amongst other things, on site we had VCFD fire truck, VCSO SWAT and Bomb Squad, as well as tons of other organizations. See the graphic down below to see all who attended! I would especially like to thank our title sponsors, Gene Haas Foundation, US Bank & The Port of Hueneme! Thank you to the Fillmore Fire Foundation and Fillmore Rotary Club for donating hamburgers and hot dogs and their time barbecuing for everyone! Lastly a thank you to all of my staff, board members & volunteers for coming together for the sake of our youth to create a memorable day for all. This truly was one of our best Kids STEM Day yet!

As summer comes to a close, we make it part of our mission to make sure each member starts school with a new backpack and supplies to begin the new academic school year. With help from donors and supporter like you, you can help us raise funds to keep this program alive. If you wish to support us in this effort please feel free to donate to our Back to School Ask Campaign! You can make checks payable to BGCSCV and mail to PO Box 152. Santa Paula, CA 93061 or visit our website and donate using the link below!

https://bgclubscv.org/how-to-help/support-the-club/donate-now.html
As always, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for your consistent support of our club!
Staying cool as a cucumber,

Jan Marholin, CEO

Right before the end of the school year, Fillmore High School hosted their Annual Awards Night! We were excited to award Marlene Garcia with the Ari Larson Scholarship for the 2024 graduating class. Below is Marlene’s essay that won our hearts. Special thank you to Board Member, Scott Beylik for heading this process.

Ari Larson Scholarship Recipient Marlene Garcia essay:

Growing up as the middle child in a family of five, with both parents hailing from Mexico, has given me a unique perspective on life. My mom’s journey as a first-generation college graduate who became a preschool teacher is nothing short of inspiring. Her dedication to education and the profound impact she has on her students have deeply influenced my vocational aspirations. Seeing her commitment to shaping young minds and making a positive difference in their lives has inspired me to follow in her footsteps. Her dedication, compassion, and ability to connect with students have shown me the true value of education and fueled my own desire to become a teacher. I aspire to have the same impact on future generations, just like my mom has had on me. Simultaneously, I have nurtured a deep love for soccer, and my dream of playing the sport I adore at the collegiate level has always burned brightly. The thrill of the game, the camaraderie with teammates, and the drive to constantly improve have fueled my passion for the sport.

Soccer has taught me valuable life lessons such as teamwork, perseverance, and discipline. I cannot imagine my life without the joy and challenges that soccer brings. Getting recruited to play soccer at Westcliff University has been an incredible blessing. It not only allows me to continue playing the sport I love but also provides an opportunity to pursue a degree in education. This unique combination aligns perfectly with my career goal of becoming a teacher. Attending Westcliff University allows me to pursue my long-term goals effectively. The university’s strong education program ensures that I receive the necessary training and support to become a successful teacher. At the same time, the collegiate-level soccer program provides a competitive environment that pushes me to grow as an athlete. Being able to balance my academic pursuits with my athletic passion is a dream come true.

Since my freshman year at Fillmore High School, I’ve been an integral part of the girls’ varsity soccer team. Over the past four years, I’ve amassed a collection of accolades, including being named twice to the All-CIF Southern Section 1st Team and the VC Stars All-County 1st Team. I was voted as the #1 girls soccer player in Ventura County this year by the VC Star. My offensive skills earned me the Citrus Coast League Offensive MVP, and my academic dedication resulted in 4x Academic All-League honors. In addition to my high school achievements, I’ve proudly represented Southern California at the Far West Championships through the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program showcasing my abilities on a larger stage in Arizona and Utah.

Back in 2012, I started going to the Boys and Girls Club here in Fillmore right after school. Let me tell you, I absolutely loved that place! Every day, I couldn’t wait for that final bell to ring so I could rush over there. There were so many awesome things to do at the club. I mean, we had arts and crafts where I could let my creativity go wild. And those sports games? They had me running around like crazy, but I had a blast. Oh, and the homework help sessions were a lifesaver. They made tackling those tough assignments a whole lot easier. But do you know what really made the club special? The people. The staff and those awesome teen mentors were like superheroes. They were always there to guide me, listen to me, and give me the best advice. They made such a huge impact on me, and I wanted to be just like them.

So, when I got to high school, I joined the mentor club. It was my chance to go back to the place that had given me so much. I wanted to be there for the kids, just like the mentors were there for me. It was like coming full circle, you know? Being a mentor at the Boys and Girls Club was incredible. I got to help kids with their homework, play games with them, and just be a positive influence in their lives. It was like reliving those amazing days I had as a kid, but this time, I had the chance to make a difference. It’s crazy how life works sometimes. The club shaped me into the person I am today, and now I get to help shape others. It’s such a special feeling. Being a part of the mentor club was also another hug factor that influenced my decision to pursue education and become an elementary school teacher.

In 10 years, I envision myself holding a degree in education, having navigated the academic waters without accruing debt, and planting my roots in the vibrant city of San Diego. There, I dream of stepping into the classroom each day, ready to inspire and shape young minds, guiding them through the wonders of learning, one child at a time.

Tons of rides and food attractions are waiting for you at this year’s Ventura County Fair. Come enjoy the ocean air and Uptown Funk flair of the Bruno Mars Tribute, or the tributes to Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown, Jimmy Buffet, Morgan Wallen, and the Spazmatics. Or get your groove on at the Flying U Rodeo! Inset, Petunia the Spider Pig and Bubbles are waiting to showoff their natural beauty to visitors! Photo credit Angel Esquivel.
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It’s the 150th birthday of the Ventura County Fair and you’re invited! Join us for the 2024 Ventura County Fair, where we promise an unforgettable celebration filled with exciting rides, live entertainment, and delicious food, July 31-August 11, open daily from noon to midnight.

Military Appreciation Day on Thursday, August 8, members of the military with a current, valid ID get in free.
First Responder Day is Thursday, August 8, individual First Responder admission is free.
(Presented By: American Vision Windows)
Friday, August 9, is Food Share Day, donate 5 cans and receive a Buy One, Get One Free admission for this date only. Ticket must be purchased onsite.

For our 150th birthday and we are celebrating with incredible entertainment! And this year, we’re giving fairgoers options. You can GO FREE or GO VIP! This year, the Grandstand Arena has a whole new look with a bigger stage facing the bleachers.
GO FREE: Fairgoers can still attend concerts for free. First come, first served. Gates will open early before each show at 4pm.

GO VIP: Fairgoers can upgrade their concert experience by going VIP. VIP seating and standing areas are in the arena. To GO VIP, you must purchase an additional ticket. (Concert Series Presented By: Chumash Casino Resort, Grandstand Arena Presented By: 805 Beer, Tito’s Pre-party presented by Tito’s Vodka.)

Entertainment Schedule:

Thursday, August 8, Spazmatics; Friday, August 9, Key West Coast – Tributes to Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown and Jimmy Buffet; Saturday, August 10, 7 Summers – Morgan Wallen Tribute; and Sunday, August 11, Uptown Funk – A Salute to Bruno Mars. (805 Stage Presented By 805 Beer.)

Flying U Rodeo: All attendees require a ticket. Tickets will be available online and also onsite for purchase during the Fair.

Friday, August 9 – 7:00pm
Saturday, August 10 – 2:00pm
Saturday, August 10 – 7:00pm
Sunday, August 11 – 2:00pm
Sunday, August 11 – 7:00pm
$8 – $10 per ticket depending on seat location

Submitted by Oliva Nava, Fillmore FFA Reporter

Fillmore FFA is excited to welcome Mr. Salvador Lopez to Fillmore High School. Mr. Lopez is an alumnus at FHS and he was an involved FFA member serving as an officer and earning his American degree. Mr. Lopez is the 8th child in his family of 12 which have all been through the FFA program. He grew up in Bardsdale, which got him into agriculture by working in the citrus and avocado where he changed irrigation lines and cared for the trees. That helped Mr. Lopez grow his passion for agriculture. He raised steers all 4 years of high school. On the side, he raised 942 chickens, 13 dairy goats, 3 sheep, 3 pigs, ducks, and a heifer. Mr. Lopez attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and earned his credential; he has been part of the Carpinteria FFA for the past 5 years. Fillmore FFA is excited for the passion and dedication Mr. Lopez brings to the chapter and is looking forward to learning from him this school year.

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The City of Fillmore and community partners have created a Resource List of Disability Services available to people of all ages living with disabilities and their families and caretakers. They include everything from independent living to senior resources to transportation services to youth adaptive sports available to all Fillmore youth. Also, when you open the link below, the document has links that take you directly to each programs’ website. There are many people and families of people living with disabilities in our communities who may not be aware of these great resources that are available to them. https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/747/Disability-Resource-D....

On 07/23/2024, two suspects were arrested in Fillmore for Identity Theft and related crimes.

On 07/22/2024, Fillmore patrol deputies responded to the 100 Block of B Street in Fillmore reference a mail theft. Residents called to report a community mailbox had been broken into and several people had their mail stolen.

During the nighttime hours, a victim called Sheriff’s Dispatch to report their credit card had been fraudulently used at a local motel. Fillmore patrol deputies responded to the motel and located evidence related to the mail and identity thefts. Additionally, patrol personnel identified a suspect vehicle, and (S) Vanessa Lopez out of Moreno Valley as a person of interest.

On 07/23/2024, during the early morning hours, patrol personnel located the suspect’s vehicle in the 100 block of Surrey Way in Fillmore. Detectives from the Fillmore Bureau of Investigation responded to assist.

At about 0245 hours, Fillmore detectives and patrol deputies contacted and detained Lopez near the suspect vehicle. She was with a male identified as (S) Ryan Araujo from Rialto. During the detention, additional evidence linking both Lopez and Araujo to the mail and identity thefts was discovered.

Ultimately, both Lopez and Araujo were arrested for several offenses including Penal Code § 182(a)(1) – [Conspiracy to Commit a Crime], 530.5(e) – [Mail Theft], 484(g) – [Fraudulent Use of Access Card], and 530.5(c)(3) – [Identity Theft of Ten Victims or More]. Araujo was additionally arrested for Penal Code § 148.9(a) – [Providing False Information to Peace Officer], 529(a)(3) – [False Impersonation of Another], and Health & Safety Code § 11377(a) – [Possession of a Controlled Substance].

Both Lopez and Araujo were transported to the Pre-Trial Detention Facility (PTDF) where they were booked for the aforementioned offenses pending court proceedings.

Nature of Incident: Suspects Arrested for Identity Theft
Report Number: 24-90995
Location: 100 Block of B Street, Fillmore
Date & Time: 05/28/2024, 12:30 PM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol, Fillmore Bureau of Investigation, Advanced Real Time Information Center (ARTIC)

(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent City of Residence Age
(V) Multiple Residents Fillmore
(S) Vanessa Lopez Moreno Valley 45
(S) Ryan Araujo Rialto 30

Prepared by: Sergeant Jarrod Foote
News Release Date: 07/23/2024
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon