During public comment time at Tuesday’s regular city council meeting, one courageous resident spoke out against any move by Council to officially affirm Pride Month with a flag raising. City Hall was filled to capacity with many out-of-town pro-Pride supporters.
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9.B REQUEST Staff requests the City Council Adopt Resolution 23-3946 Fixing the Compensation, Benefits and other Terms and Conditions of Employment of Non-Represented Management/MidManagement, Confidential, and Part-Time Employees of the City of Fillmore effective July 1, 2023, and Superseding and Replacing Resolution 22-3911.
9.C REQUEST Adopt Resolution 23-3948 to approve the Amended and Restated City Manager Employment Agreement Between City of Fillmore & David Wayne Rowlands ("2023 City Manager Employment Agreement”).
9.D REQUEST Staff is requesting that the City Council adopt Resolution 23-3947, approving the City’s updated publicly available pay schedule to comply with CalPERS requirements.
9.E REQUEST Staff requests that the City Council adopt Resolution Number 23-3944 setting the GANN Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

9.F RECOMMENDATION That the City Council approve the First Amended and Restated Cooperative Agreement for Valley Express Transit Service.

9.G RECOMMENDATION That the City Council: 1. Ratify the award of the Emergency Public Works Agreement (“Agreement”) with Ferreira Construction Company Inc. (“Ferreira”) for the amount not to exceed $600,000.00; 2. Approve the First Amendment to the Agreement with Ferreira Construction Company Inc. for the continuation of services and the addition of an additional contract amount of $1,887,579.00 for a total not to exceed contract amount of $2,487,579.00; and 3. Approve a cash flow loan from the Water Operating Fund to the Sewer Operating Fund in an amount of $2,000,000.00, with interest at rates commensurate with the average rate of return on the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), and in a form approved by the City Attorney. 4. Appropriate $2,000,000.00 from the Sewer Operating Fund for the Preliminary Phase of the “C” Street Emergency Sewer Repair Project.

9.H REQUEST That the City Council approve the first reading to introduce Ordinance No. 23-951 to amend Fillmore Municipal Code Chapter 1.09 (Administrative Remedies), Article II (Continuing Violations), to allow staff to address and resolve code violations in a quicker and more efficient manner.

9.I FROM: Brian McCarthy, Asst. Planning and Community Development Director RE: REQUEST City staff requests that City Council adopt an interim urgency ordinance, Ordinance No. 23-950 (Attachment 1), declaring a temporary moratorium prohibiting Recreational Vehicle (RV) Storage and Self-Serve Storage (or “Mini Storage”) facilities within City limits, adopt a finding of exemption from CEQA, and direct staff to study the potential impacts of this emerging development trend.
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On April 25th the Fillmore Police Department received approval from Fillmore City Council for the purchase of four E-Bikes. After the city council meeting, a community member donated $4,000 to the Department which allowed them to purchase a 5th E-Bike. Photos courtesy Fillmore Police Department.
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On April 25, 2023, the Fillmore City Council voted (5-0) and approved the purchase of four (4) E-Bikes to be used by the Fillmore Police Department. The E-Bikes will be used to augment uniformed patrol services throughout the city by allowing deputies to undertake bicycle patrols. The E-Bikes offer many benefits to the community, including high visibility, and engagement with our community members. Patrolling on bicycles makes our deputies more accessible and personable to the public and will help facilitate more proactive and positive police contacts with members of our community.
Following the city council meeting, a community member came to the Fillmore police station and donated a check in the amount of $4,000! The generous community member, who wished to remain anonymous, is a long-time supporter of law enforcement and wanted to donate money for the station’s bicycle program. The donation was used to fully fund the purchase of a fifth E-Bike. We are extremely grateful for the generous donation and the continued support of our community members.

“Operation Chill 7-11” is a community outreach program designed to enhance relationships among stores, police, and youth. This year marks the 28th year of Operation Chill within the 7- Eleven franchise and it allows law enforcement to award a coupon for a free small Slurpee to kids they see doing good deeds or exhibiting positive behavior. On June 2nd, 2023, the Fillmore Police Station was able to award a few coupons to students attending Fillmore High School (above).
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Fillmore Middle School (inset) who have exhibited exemplary behavior. Congratulations to all students who received an award, and continue the great work! Courtesy https://www.instagram.com/fillmorepd/.
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The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with 7-Eleven, Inc. in the 28th consecutive year of “Operation Chill®.” The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and 7-Eleven want to reward local kids through the company’s community outreach program.
This summer, as our deputies’ patrol neighborhoods, they will keep an eye out for youth doing great things. Some acts include kids wearing safety helmets while riding a bike or skateboard, kids observing safety rules while crossing the street, kids participating in positive activities, kids holding the door open for someone, kids picking up trash, or kids helping someone in need. If observed, our deputies and professional staff, at any of our stations in the county, will make a positive contact with the youth and issue an Operation Chill coupon. The coupons can be redeemed for a free small Slurpee drink at any participating 7-Eleven®, Speedway®, or Stripes® store.
This year, 7-Eleven will issue nearly 500,000 coupons to more than 1,300 participating law enforcement agencies across the country, including the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. With the program new to Speedway, this summer will mark the first-time kids will be able to redeem their Operation Chill coupons at their local Speedway store as well.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office looks forward to recognizing the good deeds being done by the youth in our communities daily. We have a lot of great kids in our communities and we have a lot of Slurpee coupons to hand out. This program allows us to continue to build trust and relationships with the communities we serve. We are better at what we do because of our community partnerships.

Courtesy Tim Holmgren

The City of Fillmore passes proclamations for a variety of good and worthy reasons. A proclamation is passed recognizing Constitution Month/Week & Day, outstanding service to the City by a group or an individual and even when a FUSD sports team wins a championship. This time of the year, we hear a lot about pride. There’s a pride proclamation the mayor should sign in June to emphasize and recognize our Traditional American Families and take pride in them. Let’s declare June, “Traditional American Family Pride Month.” Here’s an example of what that proclamation might look like:
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                        Traditional American Family Pride

WHEREAS, a traditional American family typically provides a strong emotional support system, where family members can rely on one another during challenging times, fostering a sense of belonging and security.
WHEREAS, traditional American families often uphold shared values and beliefs, promoting a sense of identity and unity within the family unit.
WHEREAS, traditional families often provide a stable and structured environment, which can be beneficial for children's development and overall well-being.
WHEREAS, in a traditional family, parents often serve as role models, guiding their children through life's challenges and teaching important life skills, values, and traditions.
WHEREAS, a traditional family structure can offer economic stability, with multiple family members contributing to the household income and pooling resources to support each other's needs.
WHEREAS, growing up in a traditional family can provide ample opportunities for socialization, allowing children to develop essential interpersonal skills and build relationships with extended family members.
WHEREAS, traditional families often place importance on preserving cultural heritage, customs, and traditions, passing them down through generations and fostering a sense of cultural identity.
WHEREAS, traditional family structures often involve the division of labor, where various family members assume different roles and responsibilities, creating a balanced and efficient household dynamic.
WHEREAS, being part of a traditional family can foster strong emotional bonds among family members, creating lifelong connections and a support network that extends beyond childhood.
WHEREAS, traditional American families tend to pass down their values and principles from one generation to the next, preserving family traditions and ensuring the continuation of important cultural and familial legacies.
NOW THEREFORE I, Mark Austin, Mayor of the City of Fillmore, California, hereby proclaim June as TRADITIONAL AMERICAN FAMILY PRIDE Month in the City of Fillmore.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Fillmore, California to be affixed this XXth day of June, 2023.

GARAGE SALE - 1411 Goodenough Rd. Sleeper sofa, oak dinette, air conditioner, dishes, tools, tile saw, yard furniture, camping equipment, Christmas decorations, misc. tile, lots of nails, old automotive lights Sat. 3 9am-5pm. (6/1)