On Wednesday, July 30th the Ventura County Fair gates opened with a variety of attractions, including carnival rides, food booths, exhibits, agricultural shows, live entertainment and so much more. This year’s theme was “Waves of Fun”. The fair ended on August 10th. The concert series lineup included performances by Tone Loc, Ying Yang Twins, Fat Joe, Pepa, Diplo, Dirty Heads, Lee Brice, Flo Rida, and Scotty McCreery. There will also be a professional rodeo and other events throughout the fair. Photo credit Angel Esquivel.
On Wednesday, July 30th the Ventura County Fair gates opened with a variety of attractions, including carnival rides, food booths, exhibits, agricultural shows, live entertainment and so much more. This year’s theme was “Waves of Fun”. The fair ended on August 10th. The concert series lineup included performances by Tone Loc, Ying Yang Twins, Fat Joe, Pepa, Diplo, Dirty Heads, Lee Brice, Flo Rida, and Scotty McCreery. There will also be a professional rodeo and other events throughout the fair. Photo credit Angel Esquivel.
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From July 30th – August 10th was the annual Ventura County Fair. Pictured are some of the Fillmore FFA winners from this year’s Livestock Show. All photos and info courtesy https://www.instagram.com/fillmore.ffa/. Pictured right is Another BACK-to-BACK! Way to go Annalise Barragan! FFA Advanced Steer Showman 2025!
From July 30th – August 10th was the annual Ventura County Fair. Pictured are some of the Fillmore FFA winners from this year’s Livestock Show. All photos and info courtesy https://www.instagram.com/fillmore.ffa/. Pictured right is Another BACK-to-BACK! Way to go Annalise Barragan! FFA Advanced Steer Showman 2025!
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She does it again! Olivia Nava is the FFA Advanced Swine Showman Champion! Way to go Olivia, your time and hard work has paid off!
She does it again! Olivia Nava is the FFA Advanced Swine Showman Champion! Way to go Olivia, your time and hard work has paid off!
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Congratulations to Olivia Nava and Preston Spiker for winning Supreme and Reserve Market Champions.
Congratulations to Olivia Nava and Preston Spiker for winning Supreme and Reserve Market Champions.
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Congratulations Annalise! Annalise Barragan, pictured right, won FFA Market Steer Champion, and a well-deserved buckle. As an FHS alumni this is her last year showing.
Congratulations Annalise! Annalise Barragan, pictured right, won FFA Market Steer Champion, and a well-deserved buckle. As an FHS alumni this is her last year showing.
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Small Livestock Sweep! Congratulations to Alejandra Robles our Grand Champion Market Rabbit Pen, FFA Market Rabbit Champion and Novice Showman Champion. And to Lexie Gonzalez our FFA Reserve Champion Market Rabbit Pen. Aldo, Anne Cabrales our Senior and Overall Champion Rabbit Showman!
Small Livestock Sweep! Congratulations to Alejandra Robles our Grand Champion Market Rabbit Pen, FFA Market Rabbit Champion and Novice Showman Champion. And to Lexie Gonzalez our FFA Reserve Champion Market Rabbit Pen. Aldo, Anne Cabrales our Senior and Overall Champion Rabbit Showman!
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Congratulations to our Novice FFA Swine Showman Champion! Way to go, Holly Parrish!
Congratulations to our Novice FFA Swine Showman Champion! Way to go, Holly Parrish!
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Way to go Kristina! Kristina Budia won Reserve FFA Market Goat! We are so proud of all our lamb and goat showman they did great in the market classes!
Way to go Kristina! Kristina Budia won Reserve FFA Market Goat! We are so proud of all our lamb and goat showman they did great in the market classes!
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Congratulations Elena!! Elena Magana won BIG with her pygmy goat at the Fair, taking both Grand Champion Pygmy Goat and Champion Showman. She rounded off her big wins with a fiesta! in the costume contest!
Congratulations Elena!! Elena Magana won BIG with her pygmy goat at the Fair, taking both Grand Champion Pygmy Goat and Champion Showman. She rounded off her big wins with a fiesta! in the costume contest!
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All Items Passed 5 – 0. Item 9e- council approved proposed staff recommendations with an addition to add medical and health resources and make specific requirements to the workshop.

CITY OF FILLMORE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM IN CITY HALL

AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. ROLL CALL

4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.A UPDATE FROM UNITED WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

5.B CITY OF FILLMORE GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS)

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS

7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND COMMENTS, COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS

8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. THROUGH 8G. IS TO APPROVE BY VOICE VOTE.

8.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-AUGUST 12, 2025 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-AUGUST 12, 2025.PDF

8.B JANUARY 28, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 28, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

8.C FEBRUARY 11, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 11, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

8.D FEBRUARY 25, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 25, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

8.E MARCH 11, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 11, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

8.F APRIL 22, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 22, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

8.G JULY 8, 2025 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 8, 2025 MEETING MINUTES.PDF

9. NEW BUSINESS

9.A CONTRACT WITH 4 LEAF INC., TO CONDUCT CODE ENFORCEMENT SERVICES

SR 2025 4LEAF CONTRACT.PDF

9.B CONTRACT WITH BUREAU VERITAS FOR THE PREPARATION AND ADOPTION OF THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE

SR BUREAU VERITAS BUILDING CODE CONTRACT AGREEMENT.PDF

9.C CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO REVISE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.28 TO CLARIFY THE NAME AND FUNCTION OF THE CULTURAL,
ARTS, AND RECREATION COMMISSION

SR UPDATE FMC CH.28 RE THE CAR COMMISSION.PDF

9.D SEWER EASEMENT AND AGREEMENT WITH THE VENTURA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR RAILROAD CROSSING

SR TRACT 6053 VCTC SEWER EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR RAILROAD SEWER CROSSING.PDF

9.E PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF ON HOSTING AN IMMIGRATION RESOURCES WORKSHOP

SR IMMIGRATION RESOURCES WORKSHOP.PDF

10. CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT

11. CLOSED SESSION

11.A AUGUST 12, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION AUGUST 12, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF

12. ADJOURNMENT

MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025, CITY
HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.

 


 
Congratulations Fillmore FFA! Ten banners, 14 buckles, and a load of fun at the Ventura County Fair. Congratulations to Annalise Barragan-FFA  Advanced Streer Showman 2025; Olivia Nava-FFA Advanced Swine Showman Champion; Holly Parrish-Novice FFA Swine Showman Champion; Olivia Nava and Preston Spiker-Supreme and Reserve Market Champions; Kristina Budia-Reserve FFA Market Goat; Olivia Nava for receiving the VC CWA Youth Exhibitor Scholarship; Alejandra Robles-Grand Champion Market Rabbit Pen, FFA Market Rabbit Champion and Novice Showman Champion; Lexie Gonzalez-FFA Reserve Champion Market Rabbit Pen; Anne Cabrales; Senior and Overall Champion Rabbit Showman; Elena Magana-Grand Champion Pygmy Goat and Champion Showman;  Zitlaly Diaz, Brooke Nunez, Yosie Cruz, & Annalise Barragan-Swine Projects; Anel Castillo-Goat Project; Andy Torres- Senior Lamb Showmanship & Champion Market Lamb; Master Showman: Independence Classic Winners for Swine, Steer, and Goats- Sr. Olivia, Novice Alysson, Jonny, Sr. Annalise, & Novice Randy Lynn Davis. See Photos and additional information on Instagram @Fillmore.FFA. Additional Fair Photo may be viewed at https://whitneywhitaker.smugmug.com/Livestock-Images/2025/Ventura-County-Fair.
Congratulations Fillmore FFA! Ten banners, 14 buckles, and a load of fun at the Ventura County Fair. Congratulations to Annalise Barragan-FFA Advanced Streer Showman 2025; Olivia Nava-FFA Advanced Swine Showman Champion; Holly Parrish-Novice FFA Swine Showman Champion; Olivia Nava and Preston Spiker-Supreme and Reserve Market Champions; Kristina Budia-Reserve FFA Market Goat; Olivia Nava for receiving the VC CWA Youth Exhibitor Scholarship; Alejandra Robles-Grand Champion Market Rabbit Pen, FFA Market Rabbit Champion and Novice Showman Champion; Lexie Gonzalez-FFA Reserve Champion Market Rabbit Pen; Anne Cabrales; Senior and Overall Champion Rabbit Showman; Elena Magana-Grand Champion Pygmy Goat and Champion Showman; Zitlaly Diaz, Brooke Nunez, Yosie Cruz, & Annalise Barragan-Swine Projects; Anel Castillo-Goat Project; Andy Torres- Senior Lamb Showmanship & Champion Market Lamb; Master Showman: Independence Classic Winners for Swine, Steer, and Goats- Sr. Olivia, Novice Alysson, Jonny, Sr. Annalise, & Novice Randy Lynn Davis. See Photos and additional information on Instagram @Fillmore.FFA. Additional Fair Photo may be viewed at https://whitneywhitaker.smugmug.com/Livestock-Images/2025/Ventura-County-Fair.
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Crackers, taking one of his many cruises around town. “Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them and filling an emptiness we didn’t ever know we had.” Thom Jones. For more about Crackers go to http://www.fillmoregazette.com/front-page/faces-fillmore-crackers-car-surfer.
Crackers, taking one of his many cruises around town. “Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them and filling an emptiness we didn’t ever know we had.” Thom Jones. For more about Crackers go to http://www.fillmoregazette.com/front-page/faces-fillmore-crackers-car-surfer.
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Courtesy David Andersen

It is with heavy heart that I announce the passing of this Fillmore town favorite, Crackers
He absolutely loved surfing on the trunk of my car as we would run errands around town. Dancing one side to the other, leaning into the curves, bracing for a dip in the road.

He made countless friends. Always had an eye out for a strange dog or cat that he could curse at in “Dog Speak”. Loved driving by schools during breaks, kids would cheer and he’d give them the Captain Morgan pose, head up and chest out.

His job title was Director of Security. Nothing ever came up missing out of my car when he was on duty.
Rest in Peace, Crackers. You were a loved and valued member of our family.

 
Progress Update: Restroom installations are underway at Dolores Day Park! Thank you for your patience as we continue improving our community spaces. Posted august 7th, courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. The new facility will be: ADA-accessible; Equipped with two fully accessible restrooms; Baby-friendly with changing stations; Energy-efficient with LED lighting; Built to be secure, modern, and durable.
Progress Update: Restroom installations are underway at Dolores Day Park! Thank you for your patience as we continue improving our community spaces. Posted august 7th, courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore. The new facility will be: ADA-accessible; Equipped with two fully accessible restrooms; Baby-friendly with changing stations; Energy-efficient with LED lighting; Built to be secure, modern, and durable.
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On Sunday, August 3rd, at 7:47p.m. authorities responded to a head-on collision on State Route 126 east of Fillmore, resulting in the fatality of a 71-year-old male and sending the other driver to the hospital.
On Sunday, August 3rd, at 7:47p.m. authorities responded to a head-on collision on State Route 126 east of Fillmore, resulting in the fatality of a 71-year-old male and sending the other driver to the hospital.
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On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at approximately 7:47 P.M., the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Ventura Communications Center received a call of a two-vehicle crash on State Route 126, east of Fillmore.

Upon arrival, CHP units and emergency personnel found an unresponsive 71-year-old male trapped within the driver seat of a 2010 Volkswagen Passat. There was also a 53-year-old male with major injuries trapped within the driver seat of a 2019 Honda Odyssey.

The initial investigation determined the 53-year-old male from Ventura was driving the Honda westbound on State Route 126, east of Fillmore, at approximately 60 MPH.

For unknown reasons, the driver allowed the Honda to travel into eastbound lanes directly into the path of the oncoming Volkswagen, where they crashed head-on. The driver of the Volkswagen received fatal injuries as a result of this crash. The driver of the Honda was transported to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital by ambulance with major injuries.

No arrests were made, and the involvement of alcohol/drugs is still unknown.

This incident resulted in the closure of the eastbound lanes of State Route 126 for approximately 45 minutes while CHP officers conducted the on-scene investigation. At approximately 8:30 P.M., the eastbound lanes were diverted through the center median. The Ventura County Fire Department, American Medical Response (AMR), Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and CalTrans responded to the scene to assist with the extrication, medical care and scene safety. The Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office also responded to the scene.

For additional information regarding the deceased, please contact the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office at (805) 641-4400.

The crash is being investigated by the CHP’s Moorpark area office. Any potential witnesses who have not already given their statements to an investigating officer or have potential dash camera footage of this crash are encouraged to contact the CHP’s Moorpark office at (805) 553-0800.

 
The City Manager’s Office conducted a site visit of local encampments this week in partnership with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Homeless Liaison Unit and case managers from Turning Point Foundation. The visit was part of the City’s ongoing efforts to assess areas impacted by homelessness as a part of the outreach efforts through the Encampment Resolution Fund (ERF). Hygiene kits and informational resources were also distributed during the outreach. Posted July 31, 2025, Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore.
The City Manager’s Office conducted a site visit of local encampments this week in partnership with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Homeless Liaison Unit and case managers from Turning Point Foundation. The visit was part of the City’s ongoing efforts to assess areas impacted by homelessness as a part of the outreach efforts through the Encampment Resolution Fund (ERF). Hygiene kits and informational resources were also distributed during the outreach. Posted July 31, 2025, Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/cityoffillmore.
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City of Fillmore Awarded $1.49 Million Encampment Resolution Funding Grant to Combat Homelessness

Posted on: March 19, 2025, https://www.fillmoreca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=202

FILLMORE, CALIFORNIA – March 19, 2025– The City of Fillmore is pleased to announce that we have been awarded an Encampment
Resolution Funding (ERF-4-L) grant in the amount of $1,496,069.40 from the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD). This funding, received under ERF Round 3 Rolling, Window 3, will support our efforts in addressing
homelessness and providing long-term housing solutions in our community.

This vital funding will bolster a comprehensive effort to provide both immediate and long-term housing solutions for
individuals experiencing homelessness in Fillmore and Ventura County. The City of Fillmore is working in collaboration with
SPIRIT of Santa Paula, Ventura County Continuum of Care, Peoples Self Help Housing, Many Mansions, and CalTrans to ensure
the success of this initiative.

Housing Solutions:

SPIRIT of Santa Paula: Shelter and interim housing

Permanent Housing Partnerships: Peoples Self Help Housing and Many Mansions.

These partnerships will help to address the pressing needs of our community’s most vulnerable population by offering secure
and stable housing opportunities. The blend of emergency shelter and permanent housing units is designed to transition
individuals from temporary to permanent housing, ensuring a sustainable resolution to homelessness.

“We are excited to have been granted this opportunity,” said Erika Herrera-Terriquez, City Manager of Fillmore. “This
funding will allow us to make meaningful strides in addressing homelessness in our community by providing safe, stable, and
long-term housing solutions. Our partnerships with local organizations and this critical state funding will significantly
improve the quality of life for those in need and help create a stronger, healthier Fillmore.”

The Encampment Resolution Funding Program is a valuable resource, enabling communities to develop effective strategies to
resolve encampments and create pathways to permanent housing. With this funding, we aim to improve the quality of life for
individuals experiencing homelessness and contribute to the broader efforts to end homelessness in California.

For more information about the program and our initiatives, please contact the City of Fillmore at 805-946-1712 or
eherrera@fillmoreca.gov.

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

Community Contact:

Name: Erika Herrera-Terriquez

Title: City Manager

Phone: 805-946-1712

Email: eherrera@fillmoreca.gov

 
On Tuesday, August 5th, from 5p.m. to 7p.m., at the Fillmore Police Station the community was invited to come out for Fillmore’s National Night Out. The event is an annual crime prevention and community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie that makes our neighborhoods safer all year round. Thank you to Ventura Crumble Cookie and Fillmore Starbucks who donated snacks and refreshments for this event. The City of Fillmore, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and Fillmore Police Department are committed to maintaining the safety of all residents by continuing community partnerships. Photo credit Sebastian Ramirez.
On Tuesday, August 5th, from 5p.m. to 7p.m., at the Fillmore Police Station the community was invited to come out for Fillmore’s National Night Out. The event is an annual crime prevention and community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie that makes our neighborhoods safer all year round. Thank you to Ventura Crumble Cookie and Fillmore Starbucks who donated snacks and refreshments for this event. The City of Fillmore, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and Fillmore Police Department are committed to maintaining the safety of all residents by continuing community partnerships. Photo credit Sebastian Ramirez.
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On Tuesday, August 5th, at 7:43 a.m., the Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics responded to a two-vehicle collision in front of Fillmore Bunnin Chevrolet. No ambulance transfers were made. Deputies at the scene conducted a field sobriety test to a driver who was later determined not to be under the influence and was released.  Photo credit Angel Esquivel.
On Tuesday, August 5th, at 7:43 a.m., the Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics responded to a two-vehicle collision in front of Fillmore Bunnin Chevrolet. No ambulance transfers were made. Deputies at the scene conducted a field sobriety test to a driver who was later determined not to be under the influence and was released. Photo credit Angel Esquivel.
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Photo credit Ventura County Sheriff’s office
Photo credit Ventura County Sheriff’s office
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On 07/25/2025, patrol deputies arrested Juan Manuel Medina-Aguilar for a felony out of state warrant, being under the
influence of a controlled substance, and firearm related charges.

At about 2:30 PM, patrol deputies from the Fillmore Station conducted foot patrol in the Santa Clara river bottom near the
Chambersburg Bridge. This area is in the unincorporated river bottom south of Fillmore.

During their foot patrol, deputies contacted Medina-Aguilar who displayed symptoms of being under the influence of a
controlled substance. Medina-Aguilar was arrested for violation of Health & Safety Code § 11550(a) – [Under the Influence
of a Controlled Substance]. During the contact, deputies located an encampment nearby, believed to be associated with
Medina-Aguilar. Based on the investigation, patrol deputies worked with detectives, who obtained a search warrant for the
encampment in question. As a result of the warrant service, deputies located a loaded .22 caliber revolver, suspected
methamphetamine, and evidence linking Medina-Aguilar to the encampment.

Medina-Aguilar was subsequently arrested for violations of Health & Safety Code § 11370.1(a) – [Possession of a Controlled
Substance While Armed with a Firearm], Penal Code § 27545 – [Unlawful Firearm Transfer], and Penal Code 23900 – [Possession
of Firearm with an Obliterated Serial Number]. Additionally, a records check showed Medina-Aguilar had a felony warrant
from Franklin County, Ohio. Medina-Aguilar was also arrested for the warrant and booked at the Pre-Trial Detention
Facility.

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: 07/29/2025

Approved by:Captain Eduardo Malagon

Booking Photo Release: NO 1