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CITY OF FILLMORE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL AGENDA
City Council Final Vote:
Item 4 - Approval of Agenda - Villaseñor motion, Broggie second, 5-0 pass
Items 8A through 8B - Consent Calendar - Rodriguez motion, Villaseñor second, 5-0 pass
Item 9A - Approval to continue the public hearing to April 28, 2026. - Garnica motion, Broggie second, 5-0 pass
Item 9B - That the City Council authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with Locality Media LLC dba First Due and the City of Fillmore in approved format by the City Attorney. - Villaseñor motion, Rodriguez second, 5-0 pass
Item 9C - Resolution No. 26-4106 Declaring Its Intention to Levy the Annual Assessment for FY 2026-27 for the Fillmore Storm Drain Maintenance Assessment District Nos. 01, 01A, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07; Second, Receive and preliminarily approve the filing of the Preliminary Annual Engineer’s Report for FY 2026-27; and Third, Set a Public Hearing for May 12, 2026, at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting to receive public comments regarding the Engineer’s Annual Assessment Report and the proposed levy of assessments for each District. - Villaseñor motion, Garnica second, 5-0 pass
Item 9D- Its adopting Resolution No. 26-4100 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for the Fillmore Landscaping and Lighting District No. 02 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, Pursuant to the Provisions 01148.0008 2114376.2 Initiation of Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for LLD No. 02 and Heritage Valley LLD 2007-1 April 14, 2026, Page 5 of 6 of Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code; 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Adopt Resolution No. 26-4101 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California. Preliminarily Approving the Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Fillmore Landscaping and Lighting District No. 02 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027; Adopt Resolution No. 26-4102 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California Declaring Its Intention to Levy and Collect Annual Assessments for Fillmore Landscaping and Lighting District No. 02 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027; Adopt Resolution No. 26-4103 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for the Heritage Valley Landscaping and Lighting District 2007-1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, Pursuant to the Provisions of Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code; Adopt Resolution No. 26-4104 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California. Preliminarily Approving the Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for the Heritage Valley Landscaping and Lighting District 2007-1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027; Adopt Resolution No. 26-4105- A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fillmore, California Declaring Its Intention to Levy and Collect Annual Assessments for the Heritage Valley Landscaping and Lighting District 2007-1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027;and Set a Public Hearing date for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting to receive public comments regarding the Engineer’s Annual Levy Report and the levy of assessments for each district. Villaseñor motion, Broggie second, 5-0 pass
Item 9E - One, Authorize the purchase of a new vehicle for the Public Works Department; and two, Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement or purchase order necessary to carry out the purchase of the vehicle. - Rodriguez motioned, Garnica seconded, 5-0 pass
Item 9F -Adoption of Resolution No. 26-4099 Ratifying the Re-appointment of two Resident Commissioners to the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura Board of Commissioners. - Villaseñor motion, Broggie second, 5-0 pass
Item 9G - Appointing Mayor Mendez to attend the SCAG General Assembly as Primary Delegate and to serve as the regional representative; and Second, to Appoint an Mayor Pro Tem Garnica to serve as an Alternate. - Brroggie Motioned, Villaseñor Seconded - 5-0 pass
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A PROCLAIMING APRIL AS NATIONAL FAIR HOUSING MONTH-APRIL 2026 PROCLAIMING APRIL AS NATIONAL FAIR HOUSING MONTH-APRIL 2026
5.B PROCLAIMING APRIL AS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH-APRIL 2026
PROCLAIMING APRIL AS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH-APRIL 2026
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, COMMENTS, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. THROUGH 8B. IS TO APPROVE BY VOICE VOTE.
8.A MARCH 24, 2026 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 24, 2026 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
8.B CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 14, 2026 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 14, 2026.PDF
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A PUBLIC HEARING:ORDINANCE NO. 26-994 GRANTING A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA PIPELINE,L.P.
SR-PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE NO. 26-994 GRANTING A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON.PDF
9.B AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH LOCALITY MEDIA LLC DBA FIRST DUE IN APPROVED FORMAT BY THE CITY
ATTORNEY
9.C REVIEW OF THE PRELIMINARY ANNUAL ENGINEER’S REPORT REGARDING THE PROPOSED ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY OF FILLMORE STORM DRAIN MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS AND ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION TO INITIATE THE PROCEEDINGS, PRELIMINARILY APPROVE THE FILING OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT, DECLARE THE INTENT TO LEVY THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS, AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE TO CONSIDER THIS PROPOSAL
SR-FILLMORE SDD INTENT TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS.PDF
9.D INITIATION OF PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 02 AND HERITAGE VALLEY LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT 2007-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 SR-FILLMORE LLD-INTENT TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS.PDF
9.E AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A NEW PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT VEHICLE AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT SUCH PURCHASE
SR-PURCHASE OF NEW VEHICLE FOR PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT FY 2026. FINAL.PDF
9.F CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF TWO RESIDENT COMMISSIONERS TO THE AREA HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF VENTURA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SR-CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF TWO RESIDENT COMMISSIONERS TO THE AREA HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF VENTURA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
9.G APPOINTMENT OF PRIMARY AND ALTERNATE OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVES TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) SR-SCAG DELEGATE 2026.PDF
10. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - THE CITY COUNCIL WILL CONDUCT A CLOSED SESSION, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 54956.9(D)(2), BECAUSE THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION IN 2 CASES.
CLOSED SESSION-APRIL 14, 2026.PDF
11.B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION – THE CITY COUNCIL WILL CONDUCT A CLOSED SESSION, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(4), BECAUSE THE CITY IS CONSIDERING WHETHER TO INITIATE LITIGATION IN ONE CASE.
CLOSED SESSION-APRIL 14, 2026 (2).PDF
12. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR ALBERT MENDEZ ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.

After 12 incredible years of proudly serving this community, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of our business.
This decision was not made lightly. We have faced many challenges and did everything we could to continue, but ultimately, this was beyond our control. It is a deeply difficult moment for our family.
To every customer, friend, and neighbor who supported us over the years-thank you. Your loyalty, kindness, and trust have meant more to us than words can ever express. It has truly been an honor to serve you and be part of our lives for over a decade.
While this chapter is coming to an end, the memories and relationships we’ve built will stay with us forever.
(Our final day will be April 19th)
Thank you for 12 unforgettable years.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Ameci Pizza Family & Erik – at Ameci Pizza Fillmore.

During the month of March 2026, a package theft occurred in front of a residence, along the 11000 block of Crenshaw Street in the City of Moorpark. Deputies assigned to the Moorpark Police Department patrol services responded and conducted the initial investigation, which included obtaining video of the suspect committing the theft from the victim’s doorbell camera. Additional surveillance footage of a vehicle entering the community was obtained from the community’s security cameras and the suspect’s vehicle license plate was obtained.
The case was assigned to detectives with the Moorpark Investigation Unit. With the information collected by deputies on patrol, coupled with utilizing law enforcement databases, detectives were able to identify Rebecca Fendrick of Fillmore as the individual responsible for the theft.
On 04/03/2026, deputies and detectives from Moorpark located Fendrick in the City of Fillmore. Fendrick was arrested for the crime committed in the City of Moorpark and transported to the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility. Fendrick was booked for PC 484(a) - Petty Theft.
The Moorpark Police Department would like to encourage residents to install video surveillance cameras in and around their property to aid in the identification of suspects when incidents such as these occur. With the collaboration and trust from the public, crimes continue to be solved, allowing the judicial system to hold those responsible accountable for their crimes. Citizens are also reminded to bring packages inside as soon as possible to further limit the opportunity of theft.
Join us in the fight on crime by following us on X @VENTURASHERIFF, Facebook, Instagram @ VCSHERIFF, and with Nixle by texting your zip code to 888777 to receive local law enforcement and public safety alerts and advisories.
Prepared by: Deputy K’Lynn Jackson
News Release Date: 04/08/202
Approved by: Captain Nick Odenath
Booking Photo Release: NO
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Nature of Incident: Moorpark Police Department Arrests Package Theft Suspect
Report Number: 26-38942
Location: 11000 block of Crenshaw Street, Moorpark, CA
Date & Time: 04/03/2026 10:40 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Moorpark Investigations Unit, Moorpark Patrol Services & Fillmore Patrol Services
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent; City of Residence; Age
(S) Rebecca Fendrick, Fillmore, CA, 42
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Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to a $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).

Pictured above is Fillmore Rotary President John Garnica with FHS Swim Team’s Jesse Cavazos, Kiana Toyota, Alina Cruz, and Coach Hannah Faith. Not pictured is James Alcantar presenting them with a donation check for $500. Photo credit Martha Richardson.

Fillmore High School Drama is putting on CLUE: On Stage, April 17th, 18th, 24th, and 25th at 7pm, and April 19th at 5pm! Tickets are sold at the door, $12 for adults/$10 for students & seniors, at the FHS Drama Room. Come see this epic play full of mystery, murder, and mayhem. Who’s the killer? Come find out! April 19th will be Senior Night, where we celebrate all our graduating seniors. Family and friends come and support! Doors open 30 minutes before.

On Monday, April 20th, starting at 7pm, Fillmore Unified School District Superintendent Chrissy Schieferle will be presenting the latest and greatest FUSD news. Fillmore Lions Club is hosting this event and is inviting all community members to join. It’s also a potluck, so bring a dish if you are able to. This is a great opportunity to hear directly from a community leader on this year’s accomplishments, as well as next year’s goals. This speaker series will be at the Lions Club House, 128 Sespe Avenue. Fillmore Lions Club is hoping for a great turnout. For more information, email the club at fillmorecalionsclub@gmail.com or visit their website at fillmorelionsclub.org. Article by Jaclyn Ibarra. Photo credit Ventura County Star.

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An adult male subject, identified as Eduardo Castro, was found deceased in the flowing water of the Santa Clara River, just south of the A Street bridge, in the unincorporated area of Fillmore.
On Thursday, 04/02/2026, at approximately 1:38 p.m., patrol units from the Fillmore Police Department responded to a call of a human body found in the flowing water of the Santa Clara River, just south of the A Street Bridge in Fillmore. The body was partially submerged and was caught up in foliage located near the center of the swift flowing water. The Ventura County Fire Department arrived, pulled the body of an adult male ashore, and pronounced the male deceased.
Suspicious injuries were located on the male’s body which indicated that he may have been the victim of an assault. The man was positively identified as local unhoused resident, Eduardo Castro, 43. Investigators from the Fillmore Police Department and Major Crimes Bureau responded and Castro’s death is being investigated as a homicide. The Major Crimes Bureau assumed lead in the investigation.
Sheriff’s Major Crimes is actively investigating this incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Bill Meixner at (805) 384-4727. At this time, this appears to be an isolated incident, with no on-going threat to the public.
Prepared by: Sergeant Bill Meixner
News Release Date: 04/03/2026
Approved by: Captain Victor Medina
Booking Photo Release: NO
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Nature of Incident: Homicide Investigation
Report Number: 26-41570
Location: Santa Clara River Bottom in Fillmore
Date & Time: 04/02/2026 @ 1:38 p.m.
Unit(s) Responsible: Major Crimes Bureau; Fillmore Detective Bureau; Fillmore Patrol; Homeless Liaison Unit; Crime Scene Investigations Unit; Ventura County Fire Department; Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent; City of Residence, Age
(V) Eduardo Castro, Fillmore, 43
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Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).

Homicide victim, 43, Eduardo Castro, of Fillmore, Ca

Courtesy of GoFundMe Link https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-loving-farewell-for-eduardo-castro-lalo
My brother, Eduardo Castro, known to many as Lalo, was born on January 15, 1983, and passed away at just 43 years old. He was a deeply kind and selfless person who always found ways to give, even when he had little. Whether it was family, friends, or someone in need, Eduardo showed up with a generous heart and a willingness to help without hesitation.
His loss has left an emptiness that words can’t fully capture. Eduardo lived with a quiet strength and compassion that touched so many lives. He believed in putting others first and never thought twice about offering what he could to make someone else’s day a little easier.
As our family comes together to honor his life, we are facing the unexpected costs of funeral and memorial arrangements. We want to give Eduardo the farewell he deserves, one that reflects the love and care he gave so freely.
Any support will help ease this financial burden as we navigate this painful time and begin the process of healing. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this page or keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers means just as much. Visit https://gofund.me/2f84869e5 to donate.

On 03/29/2026, at about 11:30 AM, deputies from the Fillmore Station responded to the area of Mountain View Street in Fillmore referenced a stolen vehicle broadcast.
Upon arrival, deputies located the stolen vehicle and observed a male, later identified as (S) Angel Romero, 19 of Santa Paula, walking away from the vehicle. Deputies contacted and detained Romero pursuant to the stolen vehicle investigation.
As the investigation unfolded, deputies obtained additional evidence linking Romero to the stolen vehicle and ultimately arrested him for violation of Vehicle Code § 10851(a) – [Unlawful Taking of a Vehicle] and Penal Code § 496d(a) – [Grand Theft Auto]. While the car thief was given a ride to jail and booked for the offenses, the stolen vehicle was returned to its rightful owner.
Over the next few days, patrol resources collaborated with detectives with the Fillmore Detective Unit on the investigation and learned there were likely co-conspirators involved with stealing the vehicle. With patrol’s assistance, detectives identified at least one additional suspect involved in the crime.
On 04/02/2026, patrol deputies and Fillmore detectives contacted the co-conspirator during a probation search in the 400 block of Mountain View Street, near where the stolen vehicle was recovered. The suspected co-conspirator, (S) Destiny Aguilar, 21 of Fillmore, was arrested without incident for violation of Vehicle Code § 10851(a) – [Unlawful Taking of a Vehicle] and Penal Code § 182(a)(1) – [Conspiracy to Commit a Crime]. She was transported to the Pre-Trial Detention Facility where she was booked for the offenses pending court proceedings.
Any person with information regarding the stolen vehicle is encouraged to reach out to detectives and utilize the link or QR code provided to download and submit any video footage of the incident. https://venturasheriffca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-4... or by scanning the following QR code:
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank members of the public for their on-going support and due diligence in providing information to assist our agency in solving crimes. We are better at what we do because of our community partnerships.Join us in the fight on crime by following us on “X” @fillmoresheriff, Facebook, Instagram @VCSHERIFF and @FILLMOREPD, and with Nixle by texting your zip code to 888777 to receive local law enforcement and public safety alerts and advisories.
Prepared by: Sergeant Jarrod Foote
News Release Date: 04/03/2026
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release: NO
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Nature of Incident: Co-Conspirators Arrested for Stealing Car
Report Number: 26-40128 & 26-41718
Location: 400 block of Mountain View Street, Fillmore
Date & Time: 03/29/2026, 11:30 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol, Fillmore Detective Unit, Sheriff’s Dispatch
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent; City of Residence; Age
(V) Adult, Oxnard, N/A
(S) Angel Romero, Santa Paula, 19
(S) Destiny Aguilar, Fillmore, 21
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Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).