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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 20th, 2025
 Above are three Certificates of Award from the Los Angeles Pigeon Club, Inc. 20th Annual Show back in January 1933, for Lawrence B. Hinckley, or Fillmore. Photo courtesy Fillmore Historical Museum. Enlarge Photo  Pictured above is a Frank Barrachina English Pouter. Courtesy Fillmore Historical Museum Enlarge Photo Courtesy Fillmore Historical Museum Birds have long been popular pets, but at least in our area, birds were all the rage during the mid-20th century. Pigeons were particularly popular. For reference, pigeons are monogamous, but appear to after a few years will “remarry” Pigeons were especially popular, and competitions were held for conformation as well as in races. The Ventura County Star had a column called “I just Found Out” that was written by several different people. For some reason columns on birds were very popular. We couldn’t find a specific reference in the Fillmore Herald but we do know at least one person in Lawrence Hinckley raised and showed “pouter pigeons” and won ribbons. In 1933 he won three blue ribbons for two hens and one cock. The black cock was advertised for sale at $15. Not surprisingly, a pouter pigeon was an unknown entity to the writer. According to Wikipedia, “As with all breeds of domesticated pigeons, the English Pouter is descended from the rock pigeon (Columba livia), and has been developed over years through selective breeding of individuals with specific characteristics.] It is a breed of fancy pigeon, that being a type of pigeon kept by pigeon fanciers as part of the fancy pigeon group as opposed to Flying/Sporting Pigeons or Utility pigeons. The Pouter is long limbed with an enlarged crop, and overall a large body.” There are over 30 different breeds of Pouter pigeon, but it was probably an English Pouter Pigeon that Lawrence Hinckley bred. One of his winners was a red hen who might have looked something like this. So, when Lawrence won the ribbons, he would have been 33 years old and meeting Mildred Combs and establishing the Artists’ Barn were years in the future. In the larger Ventura County, raising pigeons and especially racing them was extremely popular but not without problems. The February 19, 1940, Star reported that 92 pigeons were stolen from breeders in Miners Oaks and Ventura. They were valued from $5 to $15. The Star said that Ventura County Sheriff Howard Durley “unaccustomed to hunting pigeon stealers, was at a loss to state what fate might have befallen the birds” (Ventura County Star, February 14, 1940). Surprisingly just three days later the Star report the 80 of the stolen birds were recovered at a Los Angeles “bird market”. Don’t all pigeons look alike? If you said this to a pigeon fancier, you would get a scathing look at the very least. Pigeons raised by a serious breeder have metal tags put around the ankle at birth so identifying the birds was rather simple. The tag is usually used to identify pigeons competing in races to know who the winner was, second place, etc. The pigeons are not infallible, Weather, especially heavy fogs can throw them off and they may or may not return to their home “loft.” Not all pigeons were for show or racing. Some had actual jobs. In 1902 there was an election for Supervisor for the position that represented Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru and the surrounding area. Hugh Warring didn’t like either of the two candidates running so he ran against them. Not surprisingly, the Piru vote was critical to who won the race. But Piru was over a day’s ride to Ventura so those in Ventura, including apparently Hugh Warring were on pins and needles. The Ventura Free Press addressed this problem using homing pigeons. Prior to the election, the Free Press sent homing pigeons owned and trained by Ed Mercer to Piru. The journey by road between Piru and Ventura was stated to be about 100 miles, but as the crow flies (or in this case the pigeon) the distance was said to be only about 40 miles. The Free Press lost little time in publishing the results (Hugh Warring won the seat) and for the next few election cycles continued to make sure everyone knew they were the ones to come up with the idea and effectively use it. Why couldn’t the telegraph be used I can’t say. Although many liked pigeons for what they could do, there was another group (and there may have been some crossover) enjoyed hunting pigeons. In 1945, the “bandtail pigeon” season would be most of the month December with a limit was 10 pigeons per day. (Ventura Weekly Post and Democrat, November 30, 1945). |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 20th, 2025
 At last week’s Fillmore Rotary Club meeting President Anna Reilley presented a Rotarian of the Month pin to John Garnica for all he does for the club. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 20th, 2025
 Last week’s Fillmore Rotary speaker was Rotarian Marisol Gonzales, who gave a Kraft talk about herself. Since graduating from college she has worked for Rotarian Tim Hagel, in Thousand Oaks for the Sheriffs’ Department. She also works at One Step A La Vez and the California Conservation Corp on the weekends. She enjoys helping people and serving others. Pictured is Fillmore Rotary President Anna Reilley and speaker Marisol Gonzales. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 20th, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, June 19, 2025, 4:00 p.m. 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 AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 1B Directors Roll Call 1C Public Comments 1D Approval of Agenda Motion 2. OATH OF OFFICE 2A Oath of Office and Seating of New Director Ceremonial 3. UPDATES 3A Director Announcements/Board Communications: 3B Executive Director Update 3C Legal Counsel Update 3D GSP Consultant Update 4. CONSENT CALENDAR 4A Approval of Minutes 5. MOTION ITEMS 5A Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Groundwater Extraction Fee and Adoption of Resolution 2025-01. 5B Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Work Plan and Budget and Adoption of Resolution 2025-02 5C Task Orders with Daniel B. Stephens & Associates for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 5D Payment Plan for Outstanding Groundwater Extraction Charges Motion 5E Waiver of Late Penalties and Interest for Sun Pacific Motion 6. FUTURE ITEMS 7. 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 |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 20th, 2025
 Pictured right is Fillmore Rotary President Anna Reilley with Paul Harrison Award winner Rotarian Dave Andersen. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo President Anna Reilley presented Rotarian Dave Andersen with a Paul Harris Award. He has joined the Paul Harris Society which means he is committed to giving $1,000 each year which is his pleasure. Dave also talked about his recent trip to South East Asia. It was a three-week trip into the jungle where he saw many animals such as pigmy elephants, various birds and reptiles. The scenery was amazing as well as meeting the people. He also attended a Rotary meeting there as he does on most of his travels. Rotary is an International Club, and it is interesting to go and see what each club does. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 13th, 2025
 Pictured (l-r) are President Anna Reilley and speaker John Marquez. Photo credit Martha Richardson. Enlarge Photo The recent Fillmore Rotary speaker was John Marquez, Executive Director, Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce. Marquez talked about how Santa Paula, Fillmore and Piru needed to focus services on small businesses because we don’t have large businesses. We have to do things to fund the businesses like having festivals, podcasts to let people know what is happening and people can ask questions, and have more social media to get people involved and enthused. Santa Paula has lots of possibilities in a new development area where apartments and homes are being built such as a restaurant or grocery store. When the train bridge is repaired people can come and go and enjoy various attractions. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 13th, 2025
 On June 14th, Rancho Camulos will host the Orchard Bluegrass Band at 2pm along with guided museum tours 112pm – 2pm. The Orchard Bluegrass Band will entertain guests at the Rancho Camulos Museum with a unique blend of bluegrass, gospel, country and Western music Saturday, June 14, at 2 p.m. Guided museum tours 12- 2 p.m. VETERANS AND CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER FREE. Rancho Camulos Museum is located on Highway 126, 5164 E Telegraph Road, about 10 miles west of Interstate 5 near Piru. In addition, Docent-led tours take place every Sunday at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Group tours and special focus tours can also be scheduled by appointment. Camulos is the perfect location for a memorable private gathering. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 13th, 2025
For immediate release E.J. Harrison & Sons would like to inform all customers about an important change in Harrison’s online bill pay platform and the Autopay option for payment of solid waste services. Beginning June 13, 2025, Harrison will launch a new platform that will allow customers to manage, view and securely pay account balances. Customers can make one-time payments or choose to enroll in Autopay for a hassle-free experience, and/or choose to receive statements electronically. Customers will need their bill to get started All Harrison customers who would like to use the online bill pay platform will need to create a new profile. Customers who are currently enrolled in Autopay will have their payments continue, however, payment application dates may change (please see bullet points below for new dates). Existing Autopay customers will not be able to make any changes or updates to their accounts until they create a new profile. • If the existing payment date is the 15th of the month, the new payment date will be upon receipt. • If the existing payment date is three or four days after receipt, the new payment date will be upon receipt. • If the existing payment date is three, four or five days before due or the last day of the month, the new payment date will be the due date. • If the existing payment date is upon receipt, there is no change. Payment options available include ACH/electronic check with no fees, or customers can pay by credit card. A $2.49 fee per credit card transaction will apply. E.J. Harrison & Sons is committed to making this transition seamless and to providing prompt, reliable customer service and billing support. For questions about this transition, please contact Harrison’s Customer Service Department at 805-647-1414 or visit https://ejharrison.com Harrison Industries serves the cities and surrounding unincorporated areas of Ventura, Ojai and Camarillo as well as the unincorporated areas of La Conchita, Lake Sherwood, Lynn Ranch, Newbury Park, Ojai Valley (Ventura River Valley), Oxnard Plain, Piru, Point Mugu, Rancho Matilija, Rincon, Santa Paula, Santa Rosa Valley, Somis, Upper Ojai, Yerba Buena and the Channel Islands Beach Community Services District, as well as California State University Channel Islands and the city of Carpinteria as E.J. Harrison & Sons; and the city of Fillmore as Santa Clara Valley Disposal. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 6th, 2025
By Linda Nunes Civic Pride Volunteers have chosen for the June “Yard of the Month” a 75’ x 100’ lot that contains two magical cottages with a plethora of perennials, fruit trees & vegetables in a harmonious mix that makes you want to linger & explore. These properties, located at 307 & 311 Main Street, belong to Odi Martinez & her brother, Joe Martinez. You have probably driven past hundreds of times, never knowing the floral “magic” behind the Lantana hedges with Hollyhocks & Sunflowers reaching into the sky above. I know that I noticed them for years, thinking, some day! Odi said she has lived here “all her life” & her uncle built these homes. She does most of the yard work with her brother helping. This is her therapy, she says! This yard is a sanctuary for birds, bees, butterflies & kitties. The porch holds a safe box for a cat to climb in at night & one front window showed little white kittens peeking from a cat tower. Bird feeders line the eaves of an out-building. Her brother planted many of the plants in large pots, so there would be less tending to garden. There are Salvias in every color- Mystic Spires, dark blue, red & white, Foxgloves in several colors, Gerbera Daisies, Marconi Daisies, Gallardias, Marigolds, amazing Delphiniums, a variety of beautiful Pelargoniums, Larkspur, & Callibrachora with its hot pink flowers. Big sturdy A-frame trellises held string beans & other climbing vegetables, pots of onions, garlic, cilantro, corn, zucchini & tomatoes. Odi said they hardly need to go to a store. Odi is very familiar with Otto & Sons Nursery & was so pleased to receive the award. We appreciate the Klittich family for their generous support of this project. |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, June 6th, 2025
May 29, 2025 Santa Clara Valley Disposal will maintain its regular trash, recycling and yard/organics waste collection schedule in the city of Fillmore during the week of Juneteenth, June 15-21. The holiday is on Thursday, June 19. Remember that Santa Clara Valley Disposal residential customers can place all three carts curbside every week, as the company collects all waste weekly – including food waste, which is recyclable. All food waste should be placed in closed paper or plastic bags and the bags should be tossed in the organics waste cart. Even if you only have food waste bags and no yard waste, you can still put the food waste bags in your organics waste cart and take it to the curb every week for pickup. Harrison Industries serves the cities and surrounding unincorporated areas of Ventura, Ojai and Camarillo as well as the unincorporated areas of La Conchita, Lake Sherwood, Lynn Ranch, Newbury Park, Ojai Valley (Ventura River Valley), Oxnard Plain, Piru, Point Mugu, Rancho Matilija, Rincon, Santa Paula, Santa Rosa Valley, Somis, Upper Ojai, Yerba Buena and the Channel Islands Beach Community Services District, as well as California State University Channel Islands and the city of Carpinteria as E.J. Harrison & Sons; and the city of Fillmore as Santa Clara Valley Disposal. For more information, visit www.ejharrison.com. |
 Pictured above are some of Fillmore’s Police in action, cruising on their E-bikes. Photo Credit Angel Esquivel. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, May 30th, 2025
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and the Cities of Fillmore, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, and Ojai would like to address our youth and young adults’ growing use of E-bikes, bicycles, and electric scooters. These vehicles can be useful in reducing traffic and allowing young people a means of transportation other than motor vehicles to school and other activities. However, we have seen recent increases in collisions involving our youth on e-bikes, bicycles, and scooters. The increased speed provided by E-bikes and electric scooters requires increased care in their use. Traffic rules must be followed, and helmets must be worn at all times. Each type of the above-listed vehicle has specific rules for its use and operation. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office has prepared two informational flyers outlining these rules. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and the above-listed contract cities are collaborating with local schools, Community Resource Units, and School Resource Deputies to provide in-person education on the rules, regulations, and safe use of E-bikes, bicycles, and electric scooters in our communities. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will focus on education, but will also consider enforcement of violations associated with electric motorcycles and their unlawful operation. The goal is to reduce traffic collisions, ensure safe operation, and prevent injuries, protecting the youth in our communities. Prepared by: Deputy Bradley Bordon • Class 1: A low speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle equipped with a motor which provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when a speed of 20 mph is reached. • Class 2: A low speed throttle-assisted electric bicycle equipped with a motor used exclusively to propel the bicycle and NOT capable of providing assistance when a speed of 20 mph is reached. • Class 3: A low speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle equipped with a speedometer, and a motor which provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when a speed of 28 mph is reached. The operator of a Class 3 electric bicycle: • Must be 16 years old or older. • Must wear a bicycle safety helmet. • Must not transport passengers. • May ride an electric bicycle in a bicycle lane if authorized by local authority or ordinance. All electric bicycle classes are exempt from the motor vehicle financial responsibility, DL, and license plate requirements (VC 24016). The vehicle code requires all bicyclist to follow the rules of the road. See the following link for more information. Electric Motorcycles *** These are defined by the California Vehicle Code A “motorized scooter” is any two-wheeled device that has handlebars, has either a floorboard that is designed to be stood upon when riding or a seat and footrests in place of the floorboard, and is powered by an electric motor. This device may also be designed to be powered by human propulsion. For purposes of this section, a motorcycle, as defined in Section 400, a motor-driven cycle, as defined in Section 405, or a motorized bicycle or moped, as defined in Section 406, is not a motorized scooter. VC 21235: (a) Operate a motorized scooter unless it is equipped with a brake that will enable the operator to make a braked wheel skid on dry, level, clean pavement. (b) Operate a motorized scooter on a highway with a speed limit in excess of 25 miles per hour unless the motorized scooter is operated within a Class II or Class IV bikeway, except that a local authority may, by ordinance or resolution, authorize the operation of a motorized scooter outside of a Class II or Class IV bikeway on a highway with a speed limit of up to 35 miles per hour. The 15 mile per hour maximum speed limit for the operation of a motorized scooter specified in Section 22411 applies to the operation of a motorized scooter on all highways, including bikeways, regardless of a higher speed limit applicable to the highway. (c) Operate a motorized scooter without wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet that meets the standards described in Section 21212, if the operator is under 18 years of age. (d) Operate a motorized scooter without a valid driver’s license or instruction permit. (e) Operate a motorized scooter with any passengers in addition to the operator. (f) Operate a motorized scooter carrying any package, bundle, or article that prevents the operator from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars. (g) Operate a motorized scooter upon a sidewalk, except as may be necessary to enter or leave adjacent property. (h) Operate a motorized scooter on the highway with the handlebars raised so that the operator must elevate his or her hands above the level of his or her shoulders in order to grasp the normal steering grip area. (i) Leave a motorized scooter lying on its side on any sidewalk or park a motorized scooter on a sidewalk in any other position, so that there is not an adequate path for pedestrian traffic. (j) Attach the motorized scooter or himself or herself while on the roadway, by any means, to any other |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, May 30th, 2025
Posted on: May 16, 2025, courtesy https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=221 City Council Goals Met in the FY 2025–2026 Budget The approved budget fully supports the following goals adopted by the City Council: Key Investments and Highlights Parks & Recreation: Infrastructure and Facilities: Homelessness Initiatives: Community Engagement & Administration: Senior Services: Transparency & Access Staff Report – FY 2025–26 Budget - https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1046/Staff-Report-for-FY2... Budget Presentation Slides - https://www.fillmoreca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1048/City-of-Fillmore-and... 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: |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
 On Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, the Fillmore Boys and Girls Club of SCV had some special visitors. The Ventura County Sheriff’s office stopped by and gave a presentation on how they utilize horses in law enforcement. Students listened, asked questions and greeted officers, and got to take home a stuffed toy horse! Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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 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... 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 For additional information, please contact, Debra Cavaletto at dcavaletto@fillmoreca.gov or via phone at 805-524-3701 ext. 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 |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Courtesy Fillmore Fire Department 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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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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 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 |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 15th, 2025
 Fillmore’s Creekside by Williams Homes will soon be here, construction is underway of the 131 single-family homes being built. The development location is between Sespe Creek on west boundary and Goodenough Road to the east, north of B Street. Many trucks have been hauling dirt to and from the site. Photo taken from Goodenough Road. Photo credit Gazette staff. Enlarge Photo |
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:00 p.m. 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 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 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 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 2D GSP Consultant Update Information Item Representatives from Daniel B Stephens & Associates will provide an informational update on the Agency’s groundwater 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 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 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 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 Americans with Disabilities Act provides that no qualified individual with a disability shall be excluded from 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, |