On 02/12/26 at approximately 2158 hours, deputies assigned to the Moorpark Police Department patrol services responded to a robbery in progress near Los Angeles Avenue and Spring Road, in the city of Moorpark. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted the victim who stated a male subject had battered him and stole his phone. The victim was transported to the hospital due to the injuries he sustained during the incident.
The case was handed over to detectives with the East County Major Crimes Bureau and the Moorpark Special Enforcement Unit, where the investigation continued. With the information collected by deputies on patrol, coupled with utilizing law enforcement databases, detectives were able to identify Nathan Olivares of Fillmore as the individual responsible for those crimes.
On 02/13/2026, deputies from Fillmore and detectives from Moorpark located Olivares in the City of Fillmore. Olivares was arrested for the crimes committed in the city of Moorpark. Olivares was booked for PC 211- Robbery and PC 243(d)- Battery with Serious Bodily Injury. Olivares remains in custody with a bail of $250,000.
The Moorpark Police would like to thank the community members and businesses throughout Moorpark for their assistance. With the collaboration and trust from the community, crimes continue to be solved, allowing the judicial system to hold those responsible accountable for the crimes.
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: Detective Nick Gildroy
News Release Date: 02/18/2026
Approved by: Captain Nick Odenath
Booking Photo Release: NO
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Nature of Incident: Moorpark Police Department Arrests Robbery Suspect
Report Number: 26-19849
Location: Los Angeles Avenue @ Spring Road, Moorpark, CA
Date & Time: 02/13/2026 4:58 PM
Unit(s) Responsible: East County Major Crimes Bureau
Moorpark Special Enforcement Unit
Moorpark Investigations Unit
Moorpark Patrol Services
Fillmore Patrol Services
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent; City of Residence; Age
(S) Nathan Olivares, Fillmore, CA, 23
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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).

Fillmore Unified School District (FUSD) is proud to announce that Superintendent Schieferle has been selected as the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 13 Marcus Foster Award recipient.
This prestigious honor recognizes leaders whose vision, dedication, and commitment to students strengthen schools and uplift entire communities. Region 13 includes Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties, making this a truly regional recognition of her impact.
Superintendent Schieferle exemplifies the spirit of the Marcus Foster Award through her unwavering commitment to students, her focus on expanding opportunities, and her deep connection to serving the Fillmore and Piru communities.
FUSD Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Isaac Huang said, “We are deeply grateful for her leadership and proud to celebrate this much deserved honor.”

On 02/12/2026, 44-year-old Fillmore resident, (S) Eli Yeaton, was arrested for multiple agricultural thefts.
On 02/02/2026, deputies from the Fillmore Sheriff’s Station responded to an agricultural field located near Keith Road and Old Telegraph Road reference a possible agricultural theft. This agriculture field is located in the unincorporated area west of Fillmore. Deputies arrived on scene and found evidence that an agricultural theft had likely occurred. Additionally, they found evidence of a possible suspect.
Over the course of the next week, patrol deputies collaborated with detectives from the Fillmore Detective Unit and identified a likely suspect as 44-year-old Fillmore resident, (S) Eli Yeaton.
On 02/12/2026, Fillmore patrol deputies contacted Yeaton at his residence. During the contact, deputies found evidence linking Yeaton to the agricultural theft on 02/02/2026, along with evidence linking Yeaton to additional agricultural thefts.
As a result of the contact, Yeaton was arrested for multiple agricultural thefts and booked at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility pending court proceedings.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is committed to being present and available for the communities we serve. In addition to vigilantly patrolling our agricultural areas, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to provide the community with the following crime prevention tips:
• Note any suspicious vehicle or person that you notice on or around your property and send the information to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Call Sheriff’s Dispatch immediately if the subjects are still present or nearby. Emergency: 911 or Non-Emergency: (805) 654-9511.
• Install a surveillance camera system to monitor structures, sheds, container boxes, and entrances and exits. Preferably a system that can be live streamed and monitored remotely for the greatest coordination between law enforcement.
• Consider installing a fence, or other barrier, around your property to limit and control avenues of ingress and egress. These physical barriers not only serve as a deterrent, but also significantly reduce a suspect(s) ability to enter and exit the property, on foot or in a vehicle, without being noticed by employees or captured on an accompanying surveillance camera system.
The Fillmore Patrol Station encourages the agricultural community to utilize “Farm Watch,” a partnership between the farming community and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Farm Watch is a county-wide electronic neighborhood watch program that is distributed to more than several hundred farms, ranches, nurseries, and supply houses. This program provides information to ranchers on agriculture crime trends and on how to react and treat the crime scene so that potential evidence is preserved for immediate processing by deputies of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. For more information about Farm Watch please feel free to contact Detective Mitch Peterson at (805) 384-3728.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and Fillmore Police Department are committed to increasing and strengthening community partnerships and utilizing technologies and evidence-based practices to enhance collaborative efforts at reducing crime and improving public safety of all residents by continued community partnerships. 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.
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 Twitter @fillmoresheriff, 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: Sergeant Jarrod Foote
News Release Date: 02/24/2026
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release: NO
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Nature of Incident: Agriculture Crime Arrest
Report Number: 26-14786 & 26-19682
Location: South Mountain Road @ San Cayetano Street, Unincorporated Fillmore
Date & Time: 02/12/2026
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol Resources, Fillmore Detective Unit
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent; City of Residence; Age
(S) Eli Yeaton, Unincorporated Fillmore, 44
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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).

By Girls Head Wrestling Coach Michael Torres
LA HABRA, CA — Naomi Bonilla’s remarkable junior year campaign came to a close Saturday, February 21st, at Sonora High School, as the Fillmore Flashes Girls Wrestling captain was eliminated from the CIF Masters Meet, going 0-2 in her two bouts and falling short of qualifying for the state championships as a top-four finalist in the 105 lb. weight class.
Bonilla, an 11th grader competing in one of the most competitive brackets of the day, entered the 16-girl state qualifier bracket after a strong showing at the CIF Individual Championships, where she earned a fourth-place finish — a performance that earned her the right to compete at the Masters level.
However, the competition at Sonora High School proved unforgiving. In her opening match, Bonilla dropped a 2-6 decision, keeping the bout within striking distance entering the third period with the score 2-3, before her opponent pulled away with a decisive three-point takedown in the final seconds. Facing the pressure of the consolation bracket with her season on the line, Bonilla was unable to find her footing in her second match, falling 1-10 and being eliminated from the tournament.
Despite the tough result, Bonilla’s journey to the Masters Meet is a testament to her growth and determination as a competitor. For the Fillmore Flashes wrestling program, her run this season is a sign of the talent developing within the program — and a promising preview of what may be yet to come.
The Fillmore Flashes wrestling program would like to extend its gratitude to the Fillmore High School administration and staff, athletic department, boosters club, maintenance and operations, parents, and students for their unwavering support throughout the 2025-26 season.

During the week of February 9, 2026, 122 school spelling bee champions from across Ventura County completed a preliminary test. Based on their scores, 21 spellers have qualified to advance to the Final Oral Rounds of the Sage Ventura County Spelling Bee scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Ventura County Office of Education in Camarillo.
Sage remains deeply committed to our mission of building bridges to knowledge. In our 9th year as a regional partner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, we are thrilled to uphold this 73-year Ventura County tradition by providing students with the opportunity to compete in the nation’s longest-running educational competition. We are confident that they have strengthened their spelling skills, expanded their vocabularies, learned new concepts, and developed correct English usage that will benefit them throughout their lives.
The following 21 spellers will advance to the final rounds of the Sage Ventura County Spelling Bee. These spellers will vie for first, second, and third place. The winner will advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee scheduled for the week of May 25, 2026, in Washington D.C.
If you are interested in more information about our program or the Scripps National Spelling Bee, you can visit www.corwin.com/spellingbee and www.spellingbee.com.

CITY OF FILLMORE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL
The final votes are as follows:
Consent Calendar Items 7A-7D - Villasenor motion, Broggie, passed 5-0
Item 8A - Appointment of primary and alternate delegates to California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) - Broggie motioned to retain the current delegates, Villasenor second - passed 5-0
Item 8B - Approval of Contract for 3rd of July fireworks show - Rodriguez motion, Broggie second, passed 5-0
Item 8C - First reading of Ordinance 26-993, updating city regulations for cost recovery and code enforcement - Garnica motion, Rodriguez second, passed 5-0
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AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
6. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, COMMENTS, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 7.A THROUGH 7.D IS TO APPROVE BY VOICE VOTE.
7.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-FEBRUARY 24, 2026 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-FEBRUARY 24, 2026.PDF
7.B SECOND READING TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 26-991: INCREASING CITY COUNCIL SALARIES
SR - SB 329 SALARY INCREASE 2ND READING.PDF
7.C MOU BETWEEN VENTURA COUNCIL OF (VCOG) AND THE CITY OF FILLMORE FOR THE COMPLETION OF A SMALL LOT ASSEMBLY PROGRAM
SR VCOG REAP 2.0 LOT ASSEMBLY PROGRAM GRANT.PDF
7.D ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 26-4095 DECLARING THE CITY’S INTENTION TO GRANT A FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA PIPELINES, LP  SR - RESOLUTION NO. 26-4095 DECLARING THE CITY’S INTENTION TO GRANT A FRANCHISE.PDF
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A APPOINTMENT OF PRIMARY AND ALTERNATE DELEGATES TO CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SR CJPIA DELEGATE -2026.PDF
8.B APPROVAL OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE THIRD OF JULY COMMUNITY FIREWORKS SHOW TO BE PROVIDED BY PYROSPECTACULARS, INC. SR - JULY 3RD FIREWORKS SHOW.PDF
8.C ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 26-993: UPDATING THE CITY’S
REGULATIONS TO STRENGTHEN COST RECOVERY AND CODE ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
SR - AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE - ADMINISTRATIVE REMEDIES - 1ST READING.PDF
9. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
ERF GRANT UPDATE WELL 10 UPDATE
BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE MEETING STREET MAINTENANCE REPORT
10. CLOSED SESSION
10.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: EXISTING LITIGATION - THE CITY COUNCIL WILL CONDUCT A CLOSED SESSION, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(1), TO CONFER WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING LITIGATION TO WHICH THE CITY IS A PARTY. THE TITLE OF SUCH LITIGATION IS AS FOLLOWS: CITY OF FILLMORE VS. OFFICE OF TAX APPEALS, ET AL; CASE NUMBER CPF-25-519161; COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO SUPERIOR COURT.
CLOSED SESSION - FEBRUARY 24, 2026.PDF
11. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR ALBERT MENDEZ ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.

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On Monday, February 16, at approximately 9:02 a.m., the Ventura County Fire Department, AMR paramedics, the Ventura County Air Unit, and the California Highway Patrol responded to a two‑vehicle collision on westbound SR‑126 near Pyle Road. When firefighters arrived, they found a Ford work truck and a Tesla involved in the crash.
The Tesla’s driver, a 60‑year‑old man, sustained major injuries and was airlifted to a trauma center. A 61‑year‑old woman from Modesto, who was also in the Tesla, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Ford work truck, a 38‑year‑old man from Simi Valley, suffered minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to a local hospital.
According to a CHP press release, the pair from Modesto had been traveling eastbound on Highway 126 when, for unknown reasons, their vehicle crossed into the westbound lanes. CHP stated that neither alcohol nor drugs appear to be factors in the crash. It was raining at the time, and the roadway was wet.

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On 02/06/2026, at about 10:37 PM, deputies from the Fillmore Station responded to the 500 block of Santa Clara Street in Fillmore reference an assault with a deadly weapon.
Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported via ambulance to a local hospital for medical care.
Detectives are actively investigating this stabbing and are asking for the public’s assistance for any information regarding the incident. Anyone with information about the stabbing is asked to contact Detective Axel Morales or Detective Dustin Heersche at (805) 524-2233. Tips can also be submitted through Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477), where callers can remain anonymous.
Any person with information regarding the incident is encouraged to reach out to detectives and utilize the link or QR code provided below to download and submit any video footage of the incident.
https://venturasheriffca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-1... 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: 02/12/2026
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release: NO
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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).
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Nature of Incident: Fillmore Stabbing Investigation
Report Number: 26-17115
Location: 500 block of Santa Clara Street, Fillmore
Date & Time: 02/06/2026, 10:37 PM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Detective Unita
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent City of Residence; Age
(V) Adult Male, Fillmore
(S) Unknown, Unknown, Unknown