The Fillmore City Council meeting was held Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Fillmore City Council Chambers, located at 250 Central Avenue.
Due to the Veterans Day holiday, the Gazette went to press one day earlier than usual. As a result, the City Council’s final vote will be reported in next week’s edition.
Items to be covered: 2026 Trunk or Treat Winner Recognition, Port Hueneme Presentation, SCE Presentation in Public Safety Power Shutoff, Veterans Day Proclamation, Adoption of Facility Use Policy and City Manager’s Verbal Report.
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In the meantime, residents can watch the meeting livestream at www.youtube.com/@cityoffillmore1401.
Residents may also participate in meetings and provide public comments virtually. For information on virtual participation and to view the full agenda, meeting minutes, and video, visit the City’s Agendas, Minutes, and Video webpage: https://www.fillmoreca.gov/129/Agendas-Minutes-Video.

On Friday, November 6, Fillmore Flashes defeated Irvine in the first round of playoffs, advancing the Flashes to the next round where they will host Segerstrom. Above and below are from Friday night’s game. This week’s game will be held Friday, November 13 at 7p.m. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola.
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By FHS Head Football Coach Charlie Weis, M. Ed.
FILLMORE — It wasn’t always pretty, but it was unforgettable. The Fillmore Flashes rallied past Irvine 20-19 in a thrilling first-round CIF Southern Section playoff game last Friday night, earning a trip to the quarterfinals for the second time in the last five years.
The Flashes struggled early, but this team has made a habit of meeting adversity with resilience. Senior running back Ivan Ambriz pulled Fillmore even in the second quarter, powering in from two yards out to tie the game 7-7.
Irvine held a 13-7 lead early in the fourth quarter, and once again the Flashes’ special teams unit, a difference-maker all season, changed the game. Junior Gabriel Magana fielded a punt and raced 53 yards to the end zone, swinging the momentum and bringing the home crowd to its feet.
Irvine went back in front, but the Flashes had one more answer. With just over two minutes remaining and facing a seemingly impossible fourth-and-19, Fillmore turned to Ambriz once more, and the senior delivered, moving the chains to keep the drive alive. Moments later, senior Micah Harm punched it in for what proved to be the game-winning touchdown.
Leading 20-19 with two minutes left, the Flashes put the game in the hands of their defense, and the unit that has been stout all season came through again. Irvine, out of timeouts, tried to march the length of the field, but Fillmore came up with an interception, from senior Saul Fraga-Sandoval, as time expired to seal the win and close the door on Irvine’s season.
Next Up: Segerstrom, Friday at Home
The Flashes host Segerstrom of Santa Ana this Friday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. Last week’s crowd was electric, and the Flashes need that same energy to keep home-field advantage on their side.
Every Flashes fan, family member, alum and student is encouraged to come out, cheer loud and help push Fillmore into the semifinals of the CIF Southern Section championship playoffs. Go Flashes!

Pictured above are Rotary Club President Elect John Meadows, Kirsti Vomund, and Program Chair Kyle Wilson. Photo credit Martha Richardson.
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At last week’s Fillmore Rotary Club meeting, Kirsty Vomund of the Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF) was the guest speaker.
VCCF is a nonprofit organization founded on the belief that everyone has something of value to contribute. The Foundation works to connect people, resources, and solutions to create a lasting positive impact throughout the community.
One of its important programs focuses on helping local high school students pursue higher education through scholarships. Students can complete just one application to be considered for 140 different scholarship opportunities. A special committee oversees the scholarship program and helps coordinate the process.
The Foundation also provides donors with the opportunity to choose which projects or programs they would like to support, allowing them to make a difference in areas that are meaningful to them.
Vomund’s presentation highlighted the Foundation’s commitment to strengthening the community by connecting generous donors with programs and individuals who benefit from their support.

11/04/2026 - (VENTURA) Ventura County Semifinal Official Election Night Results for the November 3, 2026 General Election were posted on vote.venturacounty.gov at 4:39 AM on Wednesday, November 4th. Statewide results are available on the Secretary of State’s website, electionresults.sos.ca.gov
The first results posted on Election Night included vote by mail ballots that were received and signature-verified before Election Day along with in-person ballots cast during early voting. Vote center ballots cast on Election Day were reflected in the updated results postings.
An urgency bill passed in September that prohibited counties from releasing results until all polling places in the state were confirmed closed, was fortunately not activated, said Ventura County Clerk-Recorder and Registrar of Voters, Michelle Ascencion.
“California Senate Bill 884 required us to await the go-ahead from the Secretary of State’s office once they confirmed no county’s voting hours were extended due to a disruption or court order. Fortunately that authorization came quickly,” Ascencion said. “We were able to post our initial results report without delay, and stick to our planned schedule for the subsequent updates.”
The day after Election Day is the start of the Official Canvass Period, which must be completed within 30 days. Numerous post-election requirements mandated by State law are conducted by election officials during the canvass. Progress towards completing canvass activities is reported to the Secretary of State on an ongoing basis.
One canvass requirement is to contact voters when there is an issue with the signature on their vote by mail ballot. If the return envelope signature is missing or doesn’t match the voter’s signature on record, the Elections Office will contact the voter to provide an opportunity to “cure” the signature issue, to allow the ballot to be counted. Voters have until November 25, 2026 to cure their signature.
Provisional Ballots and Conditional Voter Registration Provisional Ballots cast by voters during the election are investigated during the canvass. Voters are given a provisional ballot when they register late, have a last-minute change to their registration, or are shown to have already voted. Provisional ballots are withheld from being counted until the voter’s eligibility can be verified.
The One Percent Manual Tally audit is a hand count of ballot batches tabulated through the end of Election Night from one percent of the precincts, to confirm the accuracy of the tabulation. The manual tally utilizes multiple teams of Election Workers who spend several hours physically and meticulously tallying the votes on each ballot.
The bulk of the workload during canvass is the processing and tallying of the remaining vote by mail ballots, which voters returned through ballot drop boxes and vote center drop-offs on Election Day; plus ballots returned US mail that are postmarked on or before Election Day and received by November 10.
“It’s human nature to procrastinate, even with something as important as voting,” Registrar Ascencion said. “About half of the vote by mail ballots are mailed or dropped off on Election Day, despite going out to voters nearly a month ahead of the election! Whether they come in early, or at the last minute on Election Day, each vote by mail ballot envelope signature goes through the double-verification process to ensure every vote is lawful, and every lawful vote is counted.”
Below is the planned schedule of Ventura County’s Official Canvass activities:
- November 5, 6, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23: Election Results Updates posted by 5:00 PM, along with an estimated number of unprocessed ballots remaining, at vote.venturacounty.gov.
- November 9: Random batch selection for the One Percent Manual Tally.
- November 10: Deadline for vote-by-mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be received by the Elections Office.
- November 12: One Percent Manual Tally Audit begins.
- November 25: Deadline for signature curing is 5:00 PM, followed by the final certification of results, time TBD.
“Each of the steps in the canvass is designed to protect the integrity and ensure the accountability of the process,” said Ascencion. “The entire Elections team recognizes that our work after Election Day is as critically important as everything we do leading up to it . From start to finish, we dot every “i” and cross every “t” to meet legal requirements and to deliver secure, accurate results.”
For more information, visit vote.venturacounty.gov, follow updates on social media (@VCClerkRecorder), reach out via email (elections@venturacounty.gov), or call the Elections Division at (805) 654-2664.
The Ventura County Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters is committed to “Preserving history and protecting democracy for the people of Ventura County, past, present, and future.” More information about the agency’s services is available 24/7 at clerkrecorder.venturacounty.gov

Army Specialist 4 Roy Ruiz Jr.

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FILLMORE-PIRU, Calif. Los Vets of Fillmore y Piru proudly announce Army Specialist 4 Roy Ruiz Jr. as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Fillmore-Piru Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Ruiz served in the United States Army Infantry from 1980 to 1983, stationed in Colorado and Germany. He continued his military service with the Army National Guard from 1983 to 1987. His commitment to serving others has continued throughout his life, particularly through his dedication to the local veterans community.
Roy is an invaluable asset to Los Vets of Fillmore y Piru. He provides behind-the-scenes support for Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies and serves on the veterans funeral detail, helping honor the memory and service of fellow veterans who have passed away. His leadership, compassion, and willingness to serve exemplify the values of military service.
His community involvement extends beyond veterans affairs. Ruiz is a member of the Piru Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), participates in Firewise fire-prevention and community-outreach efforts, supports Food Share, and supports the Piru Neighborhood Council. His work reflects a continued commitment to public service and the well-being of his neighbors. Professionally, Ruiz worked for four years as a television camera operator for a Christian ministry before working for Ventura Investment Management Company for 20 years. He lives in Piru with his wife, Irene. Roy is a proud father and grandfather. Over the years, Piru has become more than just home to Roy and Irene-many Piru residents are family, reflecting the close-knit community and lasting relationships they cherish.
Los Vets of Fillmore y Piru proudly salute Ruiz for his military service, continued dedication to veterans, and contributions to the community. The organization invites the public to join in honoring him and all who have served our nation during the 2026 Veterans Day Parade and Celebration.
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ABOUT LOS VETS OF FILLMORE Y PIRU
Los Vets of Fillmore y Piru is dedicated to honoring veterans, supporting those who have served, and promoting community fellowship and remembrance.

On 10/28/2026, at about 4:11 AM, patrol deputies from the Sheriff’s Fillmore Station responded to the 1900 block of S. Sespe Street in unincorporated Fillmore reference a domestic disturbance. This property is located in the quiet ranch community south of Fillmore known as Bardsdale. As deputies arrived, they contacted (S) Rodolfo Orozco and an adult female inside a residence.As the patrol investigation unfolded, deputies determined Orozco and the female were arguing, no crime had occurred and cleared the call for service.
A couple hours later, patrol deputies conducted a traffic enforcement stop and contacted the driver, who was Orozco. Orozco was determined to be driving under the influence alcohol and was arrested for Vehicle Code § 23152(a) – [Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol]. He was later transported to the Pre-Trial Detention Facility (PTDF) where he was booked without incident.
Over the course of the investigation, deputies learned Orozco was possibly involved with unlawful firearm activity and contacted the Fillmore Detective Unit. During a follow-up investigation, deputies obtained evidence which led detectives to believe Orozco was in violation of Penal Code § 246.3(a) – [Negligent Discharge of a Firearm]. As a result, detectives sought a search warrant for Orozco’s property.
Early afternoon, detectives obtained a search warrant for Orozco’s residence and executed the search warrant with assistance from Fillmore patrol deputies. The search yielded additional evidence of the negligent discharge investigation, which included an unlawfully possessed shotgun and pistol.
Detectives supplementally booked Orozco for Penal Code § 246.3(a), two counts of Penal Code § 27545 – [Unlawful Firearm Transfer], and Penal Code § 32310 – [Possession of a Large Capacity Magazine].
While serving the warrant, a stripped out, reported stolen vehicle was located on Orozco’s property. Personnel on scene obtained additional evidence linking Orozco to the stolen vehicle.
On 10/29/2026, Orozco was supplementally booked for violations of Vehicle Code § 10851(a) – [Unlawful Taking of a Vehicle] and Penal Code § 496(a) – [Receiving Stolen Property]. Orozco remains in custody pending court proceedings.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is committed to responding to public concerns in a manner that builds confidence in our agency and strengthens relationships to empower businesses and residents to be the eyes and ears of the community.
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:10/30/2026
Approved by:Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release:NO
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Nature of Incident: Subject Arrested for Multiple Felony Offenses
Report Number(s): 26-141345, 26-141359, 26-141558, 26-141564
Location: 1900 block of S. Sespe Street, unincorporated Fillmore
Date & Time: 10/28/2026 @ 4:11 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol, Fillmore Detective Unit (S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent, City of Residence, Age:
(S) Rodolfo Orozco, Unincorporated, Fillmore, 59

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You may notice streets at different stages of construction. Three separate projects are helping repair pavement, improve accessibility and replace a waterline:
Street repairs and accessibility improvements
This project includes paving, concrete repairs, curb ramps, accessible parking behind City Hall and resurfacing the Shiells Park parking lot. Most concrete repairs are complete. Remaining work includes pavement markings, signs and other finishing touches.
Wondering about the rough, small-stone surface on some streets? It is an intermediate step. All streets receiving this treatment will receive a final surface layer. River Street, Reading Street and designated portions of Burlington and B Street will receive their final layer through the street preservation project below.
Protecting neighborhood streets
A protective surface using recycled asphalt is planned for public streets south of Highway 126, from C Street to Clearwood, within the project limits shown on the map. This layer will also cover the black lines left by crack repairs. Work is anticipated to begin in November, pending permits.
Santa Clara Street waterline replacement
Work is tentatively scheduled to begin November 9, pending permits. The street will be paved after the new waterline is installed.
Upcoming Mountain View traffic impacts
Concrete repairs at the green bridges south of Highway 126 are tentatively planned for November 9–10. One direction of travel will close at a time while the opposite direction remains open.
Please slow down near crews, follow posted signs and allow extra travel time. Schedules may change because of weather and permit approvals. We’ll share more updates as upcoming work approaches. Thank you for your patience!

City of Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 PM at City Hall
City Council’s Final Vote:
4. John Garnica motioned, Seconded by Mario Rodriguez to approve the agenda with the recommendations of moving item 5.A. Ventura County Coalition of Labor, Agriculture and Business to a further meeting. Motion passed unanimously.
8. Christina Villaseñor motioned to approve the concent calendar 8.A. Through 8.F. Carrie Broggie seconded that motion. Motion passed unanimously.
9.A. John Garnica _ motioned to approve Determine that the bid submitted by Cedro Construction, Inc. is non-responsive; Approve the award of contract to Canyon Springs Enterprises for the construction of Well No. 10 Equipping and Pump House Project, Project Specification No. 25-03B (“Project”), in the amount of $3,521,079.00 plus a 10% contingency; and Authorize the Public Works Director to approve construction change orders up to the contingency amount of $352,107.00. Carrie Broggie seconded that motion. Motion passed by the majority.
9.B. Mario Rodriguez Motioned to approve a budget allocation in the amount of $370,880.00 from Water Reserve Fund 504 to Water Capital Improvements Fund 453 for Well No. 10 Development and establish appropriations of $370,880.00 in Fund 453; and Approve Willdan Engineering’s task order for construction management services for the Well No. 10 Equipping and Pump House Construction Project, Project Specification No. 25-03B (“Project”), as detailed in the attached Construction Management Task Order. Christina Villaseñor seconded that motion. Motion passed unanimously.
9.C. John Garnica Motioned to Approve a budget allocation in the amount of $227,900.70 from Sewer DIF Fund 406 to Sewer Capital Improvements Fund 463 and establish appropriations of $227,900.70 in Fund 463 for the recycle water portion of the North Fillmore Recycled Water Pipeline Extension and Well Interconnect Pipeline Project (“Project”); Approve a budget allocation in the amount of $25,322.30 from Water DIF Fund 405 to Water Capital Improvements Fund 453 and establish appropriations of $25,322.30 in Fund 453 for the well interconnect portion of the Project; and Approve Willdan Engineering’s task order to design Project Specification No. 26-02, as detailed in the attached proposal. Carrie Broggie seconded that motion. Motion passed unanimously.
9.D. Christina Villaseñor Motioned to approve interlocution of the first reading of Ordinance No. 26-1006: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FILLMORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING FILLMORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.68.040 TO UPDATE THE POSITIONS THAT ARE EXEMPT FROM COMPETITIVE SERVICE. John Garnica seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
9.E. Carrie Broggie Motioned to approve Resolution No. 26-4140 opposing Proposition 43 (ACA 22), a proposed constitutional amendment on the November 3, 2026, statewide ballot, and direct staff to transmit the adopted resolution to the League of California Cities. Alternatively, the City Council may provide other direction or take no action. Mario Rodriguez seconded that motion. Motion passed unanimously.
9.F. Christina Villaseñor motioned, seconded by John Garnica to approve Receive and file an update on the project undertaken with the REAP 2.0 grant funding; Direct staff continue open communication with property owners and developers regarding residential (including high-density) development; and Note that the study determined the testing of the City’s recently adopted zoning and development objective standards provide viable standards for property owners and developers to build higher density housing units. BACKGROUN Motion passed unanimously.
9.G. John Garnica Motioned to approve Resolution No. 26-4142: Requesting initiation of and authorizing submission of an application for a sphere of influence amendment to Ventura LAFCo; Authorizing City staff to initiate proceedings for the reorganization and annexation of 1.39 acre of Caltrans SR126 ROW, 0.95 acres of VCTC railroad property, and the 1.89 acres of City-owned land (APN 054-0-010-335) (collectively the “Property” into the City of Fillmore, and directing staff to file the annexation application with LAFCo; and Determining the annexation of the Property including certain City-owned property is exempt from the Fillmore City Urban Restriction Boundary Ordinance (CURB); and 2. Determine, in accordance with 14 California Code of Regulations §15162, that the initiation of annexation/reorganization proceedings for this portion of the HVPSP does not require additional environmental review. Christina Villasenor seconded that motion. Motion passed unanimously.
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Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Presentations
5.A Ventura County Coalition of Labor, Agriculture and Business
5.B Fillmore Piru Veterans Memorial District
6. Public Comments
7. City Council Reports, Recommendations, Comments, Committee, Commission, and Board Reports
8. Consent Calendar
Recommendation for Item 8A. Through 8F. Is to Approve by Voice Vote.
8.A City of Fillmore Warrant Register-October 27, 2026 - City of Fillmore Warrant Register-October 27, 2026.pdf
8.B Second Reading: Adoption of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 26-03, Ordinance 26-1003, Amending Fillmore Municipal Code Section 6.04.9610 (Definitions) and Finding of Exemption from CEQA
SR - Ord. 26-1003 Definitions of Kitchen and Wet Bar_2nd Reading.pdf
8.C Second Reading: Adoption of Zoning Text Amendment 26-04, Ordinance No. 26-1004, Amending the Fillmore Municipal Code to Clarify That Computer Data Centers Are Not an Allowed Use in the City, Including in the City’s Business Park and Industrial Zones, and Finding of Exemption from CEQA
SR - Ord. 26-1004 Data Center Restriction_2nd Reading .pdf
8.D Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 26-1005 for Community Facilities District No. 7 (Creekside)
SR - CFD 7 Ord 26-1005 2nd Reading.pdf
8.E Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Big Green Cleaning Company for Homeless Encampment Cleanup Services
SR - Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Big Green Cleaning Company for Homeless Encampment Cleanup Services
8.F Acceptance of Public Improvements and Approval of a License Agreement with 126 RV LLC for the Recreation Vehicle Storage and Retail Project Located at 245 Telegraph Road (SR 126) Modification No. 3 to DP 18-02, Lot Merger 18-02
SR - 126 RV License Agreement for Private Improvements in Public Right of Way.pdf
9. New Business
9.A Award of Contract for Construction of Well No. 10 Equipping and Pump House Project, Project Specification No. 25-03B
SR - Approval of Design Task Order for North Fillmore Recycle Water Pipeline Extension and Well Interconnect Pipeline
9.B Budget Allocation of Funds and Approval of Task Order for Construction Management Services for Project Specification No. 25-03B for Well No. 10 Equipping and Pump House Construction
SR - Approval of Willdan Task Order for Construction Management of Project Specification 25-03B
9.C Budget Allocation of Funds and Approval of Task Order to Design the North Fillmore Recycled Water Pipeline Extension and Well Interconnect Pipeline, Project Specification No. 26-02
SR- Budget Allocation of Funds and Approval of Task Order to Design the North Fillmore Recycled Water Pipeline Extension and Well Interconnect Pipeline, Project Specification No. 26-02
9.D Introduction of Ordinance No. 26-1006 Amending Fillmore Municipal Code Section 2.68.040 to Update the Positions That Are Exempt from Competitive Service
SR - First Reading Ord 26-1006 to Amend Fillmore Municipal Code Section 2.68.040 to Update the Positions(2206973.1)
9.E Consideration of Resolution 26-4140 Opposing Proposition 43 (ACA 22)
SR - Recommendation to Oppose Proposition 43.pdf
9.F Receive and File an Update on the Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0 Grant Program, Allocated Through the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
SR - Housing Study for RMH2 Zone(2204766.3)
9.G Sphere of Influence Amendment; Initiation of a Reorganization for a 1.89-Acre Parcel (APN 054-0-010-335), a 1.39 Acres Portion of the California Department of Transportation Right-of Way, and a 0.95 Acre of the Ventura County Transportation Commission Railroad Property; and Determination of Exemption from the Curb Ordinance, as Part of Heritage Valley Parks Specific Plan (HVPSP) Implementation
SR - Trestle Way Annexation(2204827.6).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 One Case. Closed Session - October 27, 2026.pdf
12. Adjournment
Mayor Albert Mendez Adjourns to the Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, City Hall, 250 Central Avenue, Fillmore, CA 93015.