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Posted on: May 16, 2025, courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=221

FILLMORE, CALIFORNIA –– Fillmore, CA – May 16, 2025 – At its May 13, 2025, meeting, the Fillmore City Council unanimously
approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–2026 Annual Budget, ensuring continued delivery of essential services, targeted
infrastructure investments, and alignment with all City Council priorities.

City Council Goals Met in the FY 2025–2026 Budget

The approved budget fully supports the following goals adopted by the City Council:

- Revitalize Downtown Central Avenue

- Enhance Parks and Recreation

- Upgrade Public Infrastructure

- Address Homelessness

- Improve Public Communication and Engagement

Key Investments and Highlights

- Public Safety Enhancements:

- Two new firefighter positions

- Ongoing support for police and sheriff contract services

- $265,000 for protective gear and EMS supplies

- Police Restroom Expansion

- Traffic control devices

Parks & Recreation:

- $659,000 for park operations and maintenance

- Graffiti removal and vandalism repair allocation

- Completion of Delores Day Park modular restroom

- Upgraded irrigation and water line repairs

Infrastructure and Facilities:

- $7.1 million in capital improvements

- Street and sidewalk repairs, tree maintenance, and storm drain upgrades

- Transfers from enterprise funds to support water/sewer infrastructure and AMI meter system

- FEMA-reimbursable sewer emergency repair project underway

Homelessness Initiatives:

- $599,000 in FY 2025–26 from the $1.49 million ERF-4-L state grant to support housing solutions

Community Engagement & Administration:

- Launch of a new City newsletter

- $10,000 for Downtown wayfinding signage

- General Plan update underway

- Code enforcement contractor support

Senior Services:

- $294,000 contribution to Senior Nutrition Program to ensure uninterrupted meal delivery and program operations

Transparency & Access

Residents are encouraged to explore the full FY 2025–2026 Budget and related materials, available on the City’s website:

Staff Report – FY 2025–26 Budget - https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1046/Staff-Report-for-FY2...
PDF?bidId=

Budget Presentation Slides - https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1048/City-of-Fillmore-and...

Budget-Presentation-PDF?bidId=

FY 2025–2026 Final Budget Document - https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1047/FY-2025-26-Budget-Bo...

This summary highlights only a portion of the investments and initiatives included in the FY 2025–2026 Budget. For a full
list of funded projects, programs, and expenditures, residents are encouraged to review the complete Budget Presentation
and Budget Book available at the links above.

For additional information, please contact, Debra Cavaletto at dcavaletto@fillmoreca.gov or via phone at 805-524-3701 ext.
122.

Please visit www.fillmoreca.gov and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.

Community Contact:

Name: Debra Cavaletto

Title: Finance Director

Phone: 805-524-3701 ext. 122

Email: dcavaletto@fillmoreca.gov

By Jan Lee

It is true that the Fillmore Flower Show has been over for a few weeks now. But, as you drive around town and see all the gardens blooming, it is as if all yards continue to show off their beauty!

Part of the fun of the flower show, besides the displays and music and cookies, is the possibility of winning one of the many door prizes donated by our local merchants. The following is a list of these generous people:

Ameci Pizza, Beyliks farming, Brandy Hollis, Bunnin Chevrolet, Central Nails, Diamond Realty & Investments, Green Thumb Nursery, Houry Meguerditchian/ Tracks, Sandy Ward’s Train Stop, La Flor Bonita/Rosa Agraz, La Michoacana Bakery, Nancy Cope, Otto & Sons Nursery, Pops Automotive, Red Engine, RQ Kitchen, Roan Mills, Santiago Ranch, The Treasure Station, and Vintage Pleasures.

If you are hungry, need work on your car, need some fresh eggs, your nails done, want to buy or rent a house or even want a bouquet or plants, look up one of these businesses. These wonderful people donate to many Fillmore groups. They offer some unique items and services. They say yes when asked to help. Let’s all help them continue to operate in our fine city!

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The Fillmore Fire Department in conjunction with the Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council has received a grant to dispose of flammable vegetation in residential neighborhoods that are adjacent to wildland areas. This grant is being applied to all residents who reside in Fillmore. All residents who live within three hundred yards of a wildland area are especially encouraged to take advantage of this free opportunity.

On Saturday May 24th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, all residents in the City may haul any tree/brush trimmings direct to the Fillmore City Well #4 location at 728 Goodenough Rd. for free disposal. Any ornamental vegetation and cut grass/weeds will also be accepted if it is free of any dirt, metal, plastic, or other trash.

Residents are especially encouraged to have professional tree trimmers, trim up palm trees, of all dead palm fronds as these can be especially hazardous when caught on fire. All palm fronds will accepted.

Any questions may be directed to the Fillmore Fire Chief at 524-1500 xt 226.

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Join us for a Day of Wellness, Fun, and Community! Saturday, May 17, 2025, hosted by the City of Fillmore and Fillmore Unified School District. 5K/10K Run/Walk presented by Rotary Club of Fillmore and the Fillmore Naughty Country Team.

Schedule of Event: Walk/Run: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Health & Wellness Fair: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Enjoy a day full of: Raffles, Health and wellness resources, Health and physical conditioning activities, Fire safety trailer, Play Play, Live music, Food Trucks.

To register for the 5K/10K Run/Walk, visit RunSignUp.com or scan the QR code on the wheel. Questions about the Health & Wellness Fair?

Contact Info: Rosanna: rosanna.lomeli@fillmoreusd.org; Juana: jgarcia@fillmoreca.gov
Let’s come together to celebrate health, wellness and our community! We’re waiting for you!

Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
City of Fillmore City Hall Council Chambers
250 Central Avenue, Fillmore, CA 93015

To participate in the Board of Directors meeting via Zoom, please access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85480305580?pwd=ZnFBWGhtVU05dXd3REFkM255c0h6UT... Meeting ID: 854 8030 5580 Password: FPBGSA

To hear just the audio portion of the meeting, phone into: Toll-free number: 877 853 5247 Meeting ID: 854 8030 5580

AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER

1A Pledge of Alleg-iance

1B Directors Roll Call 1C Public Comments

Fillmore and Piru Basins Groundwater Sustainability Agency (Agency) will accept public comment concerning agenda items at
the time the item is considered and on any non-agenda item within the jurisdiction of the Board during the agendized Public
Comment period. No action will be taken by the Board on any non-agenda item. In accordance with Government Code §
54954.3(b)(1), public comment will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker per issue.

1D Approval of Agenda Motion

2. UPDATES

2A Director Announ-cements/Board Communications:

Oral Reports from the Board.

Fillmore Pumpers Association Stakeholder Director Update Piru Pumpers Association Stakeholder Director Update Environmental
Stakeholder Director Update

City of Fillmore Member Director Update

United Water Cons-ervation District Member Director Update County of Ventura Member Director Update

2B Executive Director Update Information Item

The Executive Dire-ctor will provide an informational update on Agency activities since the previous Board of Directors
meeting of April 17, 2025.

2C Legal Counsel Update Information Item

Legal Counsel will provide an informational update on Agency’s legal issues and concerns since the previous Board of
Directors meeting of April 17, 2025.

2D GSP Consultant Update Information Item

Representatives from Daniel B Stephens & Associates will provide an informational update on the Agency’s groundwater
sustainability planning activities since the previous Board of Directors meeting of April 17, 2025.

3. CONSENT CAL-ENDAR

All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine by the Board and will be enacted by one motion. There
will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member pulls an item from the Calendar. Pulled items will be
discussed and acted on separately by the Board. Members of the public who want to comment on a Consent Calendar item should
do so under Public Comments. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)

3A Approval of Minutes

The Board will consider approving the Minutes from the Board of Directors meeting of April 17, 2025.

3B Approval of Warrants

The Board will consider approving payment of outstanding vendor invoices:

United Water Cons-ervation District $21,373.64

DBS&A $ 5,843.00

Naumann Family Farms $ 1,342.58

Aleshire & Wynder $ 915.80

3C Monthly Financial Report

The Board will receive the monthly financial report for the Fillmore and Piru Basins Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

4. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

4A Watershed Update Motion

The Board will receive a presentation from United Water Conservation District staff on the status of the Santa Clara River
watershed water resources.

5. MOTION ITEMS

5A Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan and Budget Motion

The Board will receive a presentation from staff on the major Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Work Plan items and associated
estimated costs and provide comments and directions.

6. FUTURE ITEMS

7. ADJOURNMENT

The Board will adjourn to the next Regular Board Meeting on Thursday, June 19, 2025, or call of the Chair.

Materials, which are non-exempt public records and are provided to the Board of Directors to be used in consideration of
the above agenda items, including any documents provided subsequent to the publishing of this agenda, are available for
inspection at UWCD’s offices at 1701 N. Lombard Street in Oxnard during normal business hours.

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

Posted: (date) May 12, 2025 (time) 3:40 p.m. (attest) Eva Ibarra At: https://www.FPBGSA.org

Posted: (date May 12, 2025 (time) 3:45 p.m. (attest) Eva Ibarra At: https://www.facebook.com/FPBGSA

Posted: (date) May 12, 2025 (time) 3:50 p.m. (attest) Eva Ibarra At: UWCD, 1701 N. Lombard Street, Oxnard

Posted: (date) May 12, 2025 (time) 3:55 p.m. (attest) Eva Ibarra At: Fillmore City Hall, 250 Central Avenue, Fillmore,
CA

"The Ventura County Garden Club will hold its annual Installation of new Board Members Ceremony for its 2025-2026 Season on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the historic Bardsdale United Methodist Church and gardens located at 1498 Bardsdale Avenue, in Fillmore. Our installation ceremony will be accompanied by a High Tea and Hat Contest. Suggested donation: $15.00. Organizer: President, Marcia Heerema. We welcome new members. For more information, email VenturaCountyGardenClub@yahoo.com, OR Facebook.com/VenturaCountyGardenClubVCGC/"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

City of Fillmore

FILLMORE, CALIF-ORNIA – May 1, 2025– The City of Fillmore Fire Department is urging property owners within city limits to
act quickly in removing hazardous dry grass, brush, and weeds from their properties in anticipation of an earlier and
potentially more severe fire season.

Due to early winter rains followed by several weeks of hot, dry weather, fire conditions are developing sooner than usual.
Historically, the deadline for weed abatement has been June 1st, and formal notices will be mailed in the coming weeks.
However, Fire Chief D. Keith Gurrola is encouraging residents not to wait.

“We’re asking all property owners to clear their dry weeds as soon as possible,” said Chief Gurrola. “The combination of wet
winters and early heat has created ideal conditions for fire spread.”

In addition to general weed abatement, the department is asking property owners to pay close attention to palm trees on
their property. Dry palm fronds—whether on the tree or on the ground cause a serious fire hazard. Property owners are
encouraged to seek professional guidance on removing large accumulations of dry fronds safely.

To assist with disposal efforts, the Fire Department will host a free Community Hazardous Yard Waste Disposal Event on
Saturday, May 24th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at City Well #4, 728 Goodenough Road. Only organic vegetation will be accepted—
no trash, metal, or other debris.

Please visit www.fillmoreca.gov and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Community Contact:

Name: Keith Gurrola

Title: Fillmore Fire Chief

Phone: (805) 524-3701

Email: keithg@fillmoreca.gov

Ventura County, California – The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe. With the arrival of warmer weather, more people are biking for commuting, exercise, or recreation, making it essential for all people to look out for one another and save lives.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 1,105 people killed while riding a bike in 2022,
and an estimated 46,195 bicyclists were injured.

“Bicycling is a great means of transportation and recreation, and everyone deserves to ride to their destination safely,”
Deputy Joe Nanez said. “Whether you are behind the wheel or on two wheels, we all share the responsibility to move safely on
our roads.”

To help keep people biking or walking safe, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will conduct traffic safety operations
throughout the month focused on driver behaviors that put bicyclists and pedestrians at risk, such as speeding, making
illegal turns, failure to yield right of way and stop sign/red light running.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office suggests the following safety tips for bicyclists and drivers:

Drivers

- Slow down and follow the speed limit. Be careful traveling through intersections.

- Look carefully for bicyclists and pedestrians before making a turn or opening a car door near streets or bike paths.

- Be patient when traveling behind a bicyclist and give them space when passing. California law requires drivers to change a
lane, when possible, to pass bicyclists and always pass with at least 3 feet of space.

- Never drive distracted or impaired.

Bike Riders

- Use lights at night.

- Although not required for riders 18 and older, always wear a properly secured helmet. Helmets significantly reduce the
chance of a head injury in the event of a crash.

- Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow-moving vehicle.

- Yield to pedestrians, just as a driver would. Pedestrians have the right-of-way within marked or unmarked crosswalks at

intersections.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration.

Prepared by: Sergeant Jason Christmann

News Release Date: May 2, 2025

Approved by: Captain Jason B. Hendren

Ventura County, California. –the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office encourages the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly
by planning ahead and designating a sober driver.

On May 5, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will have additional officers on patrol 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. looking for drivers
suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

“Don’t put yourself and others on the road at risk by driving impaired,” Deputy Tyler Brown said. “If you’re planning to
celebrate with a drink or two, leave your keys at home and designate a sober driver.”

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind the community that alcohol is not the only substance that can cause
impairment. Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, cannabis products and other drugs may also cause impairment.
If you plan on drinking or taking medications with a driving warning label, let someone who is sober drive. If you see
someone who appears to be driving while impaired, call 9-1-1

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration.

Prepared by: Sergeant Jason Christmann

News Release

Date: April 28th, 2025

Approved by: Captain Jason B. Hendren

On Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th will be the 2025 Fillmore Flower Show at the Fillmore Active Adult Center a free a event for all ages. Read article for full details. Photo credit Jan Lee.
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By Jan Lee

The Fillmore Flower Show is this weekend, April 26th and 27th. Don’t miss it! What beautiful weather. The hills are splashed with color. As you drive around Fillmore (or walk), so many yards are bursting with color. Share those blooms with your neighbors. Bring them to the lower show.

The theme is, “Fillmore Spirit in Bloom”. What does that mean to you? Say it with flowers, plants, dish gardens, bouquets or arrangements.

To enter something in the flower show, bring it to 533 Santa Clara Street in Fillmore between 7:30 and 10 a.m. Saturday morning, April 26th. Judging will begin soon after 10. All entries are FREE. The lovely entries can be viewed by the public between 1:00 and 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. You won’t want to miss it.

In addition, there will be live music, cookies, plant sale, youth compositions and art.
All gardeners welcome regardless of age. For full instructions go to fillmoreflowershow.org.

Posted on: April 21, 2025, courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=216

April is Earth Month, and here in Fillmore, it’s a chance for all of us to come together and take simple steps toward a cleaner, greener future.

Whether you’re sorting your food scraps into the right bin, joining us at our Earth Day event, or safely getting rid of household waste, every action makes a difference.
This month, let’s celebrate Earth Day not just as a holiday—but as a chance to create real, positive change.

Want to learn more? Check out this helpful article (funded by CalRecycle) for tips, local programs, and ways we can all make an impact together!

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Fillmore Recycles - Earth Month in Fillmore article below:

April is Earth Month, and in Fillmore, it’s a time to come together as a community and take action toward a cleaner, greener future. Whether you’re sorting your food waste into the correct bin, attending the Earth Day event, or safely disposing of house- hold items, every step we take helps protect the environment we all share.

This month, we invite you to join us in recognizing Earth Day not just as a celebration—but as an opportunity for real, positive change. Through education, local programs, and collective effort, Fillmore continues to make sustainability a priority year-round.
Earth Day Celebration – Saturday, April 26 at Central Plaza, 250 Central Ave, Fillmore, CA 93015 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join us for Fillmore’s annual Earth Day celebration - a free, family-friendly event with vendor booths, recycling education, giveaways, and partner agencies from across Ventura County. Learn how to reduce waste, protect our natural resources, and get involved in local efforts to make Fillmore more sustainable. There’s something for everyone—from composting tips and green business programs to fun activities for the kids.

SB 1383: Fillmore’s Role in a Greener California
Under California’s SB 1383, cities are required to reduce organic waste and recover edible food that would other- wise be thrown away. Fillmore is proud to be making great progress in both areas.

Edible Food Recovery Update:
In 2024 alone, Fillmore helped recover an impressive 159,403 pounds—that’s nearly 80 tons—of edible food from going to waste. This included 61,617 pounds in the spring and 97,786 pounds in the fall, all of which was safely redirected to feed people in need rather than filling up our landfills. These efforts not only support community health but also reduce methane emissions and help combat climate change.

What You Can Do:

Residents can support SB 1383 by:
Putting food scraps, soiled paper, in a bag in the green bin
Using the blue bin for recyclables
Only placing non-recyclables in the black bin
These small actions at home help create nutrient-rich compost and reduce harmful emissions.

Bulky Item Pickup: Old furniture and appliances? Schedule a free pickup (up to two per year for residents).
E.J. Harrison & Sons 805-647-1414 or 800-41-TRASH

Hazardous Waste Disposal: Paint, chemicals, and batteries should never go in your regular trash. Visit fillmore- ca.gov for safe drop-off options.

Growers: Pesticide Container Recycling Event – April 29
Freedom Park, 275 E. Pleasant Valley Rd., Camarillo
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Appointments required:

Camarillo: 805-388-4222
Santa Paula: 805-933-2926

This free event is an opportunity for growers to dispose of empty pesticide containers responsibly. For prep guidelines and accepted materials, visit interstateagplastics.com.

Let’s make Earth Month a time to reflect, reconnect, and recommit to sustainability—because every action matters. Whether you’re learning something new, joining our celebration on April 27, or simply making sure your food waste goes in the green bin, you’re helping to shape a healthier Fillmore for all.

Happy Earth Month, Fillmore!

For additional information about SB 1383, food recovery, bulky item disposal, and more, please visit: www.fillmoreca.gov/236/Cal-Recycle

Supervisor Kelly Long Presents: On Monday, April 21, at 6pm. Please join us for three engaging and informative presentations covering the new Cal-Fire Hazard Severity Maps, wildfire home hardening and defensible space strategies, and an in-depth update on the California insurance market—including current rates, coverage options, claims processes, the FAIR Plan, and more.

PRESENTERS

Ventura County Fire Department, Joe Morelli, Fire Marshal

Ventura Fire Safe Council, Stephon Watson, Executive Director

California Department of Insurance, Rob Obedoza, Outreach Coordinator

More Information Visit www.Ventura.org/Kellylong

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89836071596?pwd=DIgTA2tw9xopBEuarfmK9tbes02p.1