By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Our outage data now powers the CBS NEWS, Bloomberg, and Houston Chronicle power outage maps. Counties: Ventura County, California - 11,409 out of 310,000 tracked meters (3.68%) are without power in Ventura County, California. Visit link for breakdown by utility - https://findenergy.com/ca/ventura-county-electricity/power-outage/ IMPORTANT: this is an automated alert system. We send alerts once and then refrain from sending for 24hrs to avoid inbox overwhelm. Follow links provided for stats that are updated every 15 minutes. To adjust this 24hr timeframe shorter or longer or to request data from previous hours or days please reply to this email. Please cite the included link if you choose to publish this data. Housekeeping: States: None Counties: Ventura County, CA (5000 or 5%) Utilities: None If you would like to add or subtract areas or utilities that we send you alerts for please reply to this email. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
![]() American Family Insurance was filming in Fillmore’s Central Park last week. A frisbee was being thrown in rehearsal for the shooting. Photo credit Gazette Staff. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
We are pleased to present Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation’s 2024 Annual Report. This year’s report highlights the dedication, impact, and resilience that have defined our organization’s work over the past year. In 2024, we advanced our mission of providing high-quality, affordable housing and life-enhancing services for individuals and families throughout Ventura County and the surrounding communities. Our efforts were made possible by the steadfast support of our partners, the commitment of our staff, and the trust of the communities we serve. The report details our key achievements, including new housing developments, expanded resident services, and innovative partnerships that address critical housing needs while fostering economic growth and community well-being. Read full report: https://cedc---annual-report.webflow.io/2024/2024-cedc-annual-report-bri... We invite you to explore the stories, data, and milestones that illustrate the difference Cabrillo continues to make. Your support and engagement remain essential as we move forward together in building strong, inclusive communities where everyone has a place to call home. Thank you for being part of our mission. Sincerely, |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, August 21, 2025, 4:00 p.m. at City of Fillmore City Hall Council Chambers To participate in the Board of Directors meeting via Zoom, please access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85480305580?pwd=ZnFBWGhtVU05dXd3REFkM255c0h6UT... To hear just the audio portion of the meeting, phone into: Toll-free number: 877 853 5247 Meeting ID: 854 8030 5580 AGENDA 1A Pledge of Allegiance 1B Directors Roll Call 1C Public Comments 1D Approval of Agenda Motion 2. UPDATES 2A Director Announcements/Board Communications: Fillmore Pumpers Association Stakeholder Director Update Piru Pumpers Association Stakeholder Director Update Environmental Stakeholder Director Update City of Fillmore Member Director Update 2B Executive Director Update Information Item 2C Legal Counsel Update Information Item 2D GSP Consultant Update Information Item 3. CONSENT CALENDAR 3A Approval of Minutes 3B Approval of Warrants 3C Monthly Financial Report 4A Resolution 2025-03 Approving Proposed New Financial Policies and Corresponding Amendments to Bylaws The Board will consider adoption of Resolution 2025-03 approving and adopting the following new financial policies and corresponding amendments to the Bylaws: 5. FUTURE ITEMS 6. ADJOURNMENT The Americans with Disabilities Act provides that no qualified individual with a disability shall be excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of, the District’s services, programs or activities because of any disability. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, or if you require agenda materials in an alternative format, please contact the UWCD Office at (805) 525-4431 or the City of Fillmore at (805) 524- 1500. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make appropriate arrangements Approved: Board Chair Kelly Long |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 16th, 2025
![]() Fillmore Lions is starting a community speaker series and potluck for anyone interested in attending. The first one to be held will be Monday, Aug 18th at our Scout House: 128 Sespe Ave. For those interested in the potluck: bring a dish to share and come from 7-7:30pm to eat and meet new people. At 7:30pm two representatives from The Local Project (https://totallylocalvc.com/category/local-love-project/) will speak about the history and future goals of this amazing Ventura County nonprofit. For questions, email fillmorecalionsclub@gmail.com. Info courtesy Jaclyn Ibarra. Photo credit The Local Love Project. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 16th, 2025
![]() Join us for the first concert of the season on Friday, August 15th, from 6–8 PM at City Hall Plaza, featuring the amazing Danny Torres Band. Come hungry! Enjoy delicious bites from J_K Catering, Jimbo’s Funnel Cakes, and cool treats from Mister Softee. Bring your chairs, blankets, friends, and family for a night of great music, tasty food, and summer vibes under the Fillmore sky. Special thanks to our sponsors: Fillmore Women’s Service Club, Rotary Club of Fillmore, and Planet Fitness for making this event possible! Posted August 8, 2025, courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Saturday, August 16th, 2025
The District Attorney’s Office encourages Ventura County residents to watch out for these red flags when using online rental advertisements to avoid becoming a victim of a scam: • Too-Good-to-Be-True Prices: Online rental listings at below-market rent prices, especially for desirable properties, are often bait to lure victims. • Upfront Payment Demands: Scammers request security deposits, rent, or fees (e.g., background and credit checks) before you have seen the property or signed a lease. Legitimate landlords typically verify tenants’ qualifications before ever requesting payment. • No In-Person or Virtual Tour: If the “landlord” refuses to show the property in person or via video call, claiming they are unavailable or out of town, this is a red flag. • Suspicious Contact Methods: Communication solely through email, text, or apps like WhatsApp, with reluctance to speak by phone or in person, can indicate a scam. • Fake Listings or Stolen Photos: Listings may use photos copied from other sites (e.g., Airbnb, Zillow) or generic stock images. Use reverse image search (like Google Images) to verify photos. • Unusual Payment Methods: Requests for payments via wire transfers, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or apps like Venmo are red flags. Legitimate landlords typically accept checks or other secure payment methods that are traceable. • Social media or Non-Standard Platforms: Listings on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist pose a higher risk for scams due to less oversight and the opportunity for the scammer(s) to hide their identity and pose as a legitimate landlord or owner of the subject property. VC DA Office, Joey Buttitta |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 8th, 2025
Local police departments offer these reminders to ensure you have a safe night of fun that doesn’t involve a DUI if you plan · Always use a designated sober driver – a friend who is not drinking, ride-share, cab or public transportation – to get home. · See someone who is clearly impaired try and drive? Take the keys and help them make other arrangements to find a sober way · Report drunk drivers – Call 911. · Hosting a party? Offer non-alcoholic drinks. Monitor those who are drinking and how they are getting home. Getting home safely is cheap, but getting a DUI is not! Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI can expect the |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 1st, 2025
![]() Big news, Fillmore! After months of major turf reconstruction and field upgrades, Two Rivers Park is officially set to reopen on Friday, August 1, 2025! Fillmore’s Public Works Department has been hard at work improving the park’s soccer, football, and baseball fields; from leveling and overseeding the turf, to upgrading the irrigation system, and beginning Phase One of our new sports field lighting installation. Whether you’re an athlete or just love visiting the park, get ready for a better, greener, and brighter Two Rivers Park. Posted July 23, 2025, courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 1st, 2025
![]() On Monday, July 21st, students from Future Farmers of America visited the Fillmore Lions Club meeting with their FHS teacher Pam Klittich to share their experience and leadership skills. They did an outstanding job and should be very proud of all they’ve accomplished. We wish them well with their various livestock projects at the Ventura County Fair next month! Photo credit Jaclyn Ibarra. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 1st, 2025
Courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=235 Posted on: July 28, 2025 The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District is seeking community members to serve on its Advisory Committee. This Committee members review information from a variety of sources and provide thoughtful recommendations to the Air Pollution Meeting Information • Meetings are held in-person, with a virtual option available for remote participation. • The committee typically meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., as needed. Additional meetings may be This is a great opportunity for Fillmore residents to represent their community and help shape regional air quality Interested in applying? Please send your application, resume, and cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience to |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 1st, 2025
![]() A brand-new modular restroom building is coming the week of August 4th! To prepare, demolition of the old restrooms will begin next week. The new facility will be: ADA-accessible; Equipped with two fully accessible restrooms; Baby-friendly with changing stations; Energy-efficient with LED lighting; Built to be secure, modern, and durable. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve our parks for everyone. Stay tuned, we can’t wait to unveil the finished project! Check out the rendering, right! Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, August 1st, 2025
![]() The Fillmore Summer Music Series is back! Join us every Friday from August 15th to September 19th, 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at City Hall Plaza for an evening of live music, delicious food, and great community vibes! Stay tuned to our website for the full artist lineup and event details. You won’t want to miss it! Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 25th, 2025
![]() Juliann “Jules” Smith artwork is pictured for sale at E & D Boutique in Santa Paula. Jules was the founding editor of The Fillmore Gazette. Photo credit Gazette Staff. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 25th, 2025
![]() Pam Klittich, advisor to the FFA, introduced the students who attended the Fillmore Rotary meeting. The students were: Anne Cabrales, Alysson Tapia, Alina Cruz, Olivia Nava, Jonathan Tapia, and Diana Espinoza. Each one explained the animal they’re raising for the Ventura County Fair and talked about their experiences and their hopes for the fair. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 25th, 2025
![]() A brand-new modular restroom building is coming the week of August 4th! To prepare, demolition of the old restrooms will begin next week. The new facility will be: ADA-accessible; Equipped with two fully accessible restrooms; Baby-friendly with changing stations; Energy-efficient with LED lighting; Built to be secure, modern, and durable. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve our parks for everyone. Stay tuned, we can’t wait to unveil the finished project! Check out the rendering below! Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 25th, 2025
![]() On Saturday, July 19th, brothers Steven & Nico, along with cousins Jake & Enzo, held a lemonade and bake sale from 12:30pm-2:30pm, for summer projects and supplies. Many stopped by for delicious lemonade, cookies, cupcakes, brownies and rice Krispy treats. Photo credit Fillmore Gazette Staff. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 25th, 2025
![]() The Fillmore Summer Music Series is back! Join us every Friday from August 15th to September 19th, 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at City Hall Plaza for an evening of live music, delicious food, and great community vibes! Stay tuned to our website for the full artist lineup and event details. You won’t want to miss it! Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 18th, 2025
![]() On Friday, July 11th, the City of Fillmore hosted a Fillmore Business Roundtable to hear directly from our amazing local businesses! Together, we’re building stronger partnerships and exploring new ways to support economic growth in our city. Big thanks to all who participated and to our dedicated City staff for facilitating this important conversation! Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. Enlarge Photo |