Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency Council Chambers Regular Meeting Minutes City Hall
August 13, 2024 6:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Carrie Broggie called the meeting to order.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Carrie Broggie led the pledge.
3. ROLL CALL
Members present: Mayor Carrie Broggie, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Councilmember Mark Austin Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez. Absent: None.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Mark Austin motioned, seconded by Councilmember Christina Villaseñor to approve the agenda Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Cindy Diaz – Telly, past president of the Ventura County Coastal Association of Realtors was called to speak regarding a new outreach project from their Association. (Market Update Report Program)
Rhonda Taylor was called to speak regarding a recent assembly bill that was passed by Governor Newsom (AB1955). Proposed that the Fillmore City Council draft and prepare an ordinance that declares Fillmore as a “Parent Right to Know City”.
Elizabeth Panigua was called to speak and introduce herself as the new Public Affairs Manager for the Southern California Gas Company and provided more information on their services.
Annette Sula was called to speak regarding Constitution Day (September 17th) and would like for Council to keep the date in mind for public awareness.
6. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Christina Villaseñor recommended that the topic of the Dog Park Improvements be brought up for discussion on the next meeting agenda. Christina also thanked residents that come out to speak during public comments and encouraged all residents to continue reaching out to council members for any questions, concerns, feedback and recommendations.
Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola recommended that Council discussed options on promoting the Constitution awareness for the month of September and partnering with the School District.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 7.A. THROUGH 7.D. IS TO APPROVE BY VOICE VOTE.
7.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER - AUGUST 13, 2024 CITYOF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER - AUGUST 13 2024.PDF
7.B MAY 28, 2024 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 28, 2024 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.PDF
7.C JULY 9, 2024 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 9TH, 2024 - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES.PDF
7.D CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF AN UPDATED CALPERS PUBLICLY
AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE
FILLMORE - STAFF REPORT PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE.PDF Councilmember Mark Austin motioned, seconded by Councilmember Albert Mendez, to approve the consent calendar. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES:
Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 24-974 TO AMEND AND UPDATE FILLMORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 14.36.030 WHICH SETS FORTH
REGULATIONS FOR STORAGE OR LONG-TERM PARKING OF VEHICLES ON
PUBLIC ROADWAYS AND PARKING LOTS
SR -ORDINANCE NO. 24-974- AMEND STORAGE AND LONG TERM
PARKING.PDF
Police Chief, Eduardo Malagon presented this item. Councilmember Villaseñor asked for clarification on the potential new process. Eduardo provided clarification. Councilmember Mendez asked a question. Eduardo addressed his question. Mayor Broggie made a comment and asked a question regarding the topic. Eduardo addressed her question.
Councilmember Mark Austin motioned, seconded by Councilmember Albert Mendez, to approve the consideration of Ordinance No. 24-974 to amend and update Fillmore Municipal Code Section 14.36.030 which sets forth regulations for storage or long-term parking of vehicles on public roadways and parking lots.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8.B AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE THREE PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE VEHICLES
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Management Analyst, Georgie Gerardo presented this item.
Councilmember Villaseñor asked a question regarding where the funding of this purchase will be coming from. Georgie answered her question (Water Distribution).
Mayor Pro Tem Gurrola asked a question regarding the insurance status with a City Vehicle that was recently involved in an accident. Assistant City Manager, Erika Herrera addressed his question.
Mayor Broggie made a comment regarding the City’s financial status improvements.
Councilmember Christina Villaseñor motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, to authorize the purchase of three Public Works and Facilities Department Maintenance vehicles. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8.C AUTHORIZATION FOR PURCHASE OF A MECHANICAL ROOM CONTROLLER,
CHEMICAL CONTROLLER, AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR THE AQUATICS
FACILITY
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Senior Management Analyst, Shannon Godfrey presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Gurrola asked a question regarding how much time this purchase will save the Public Works staff opposed to having to do the process manually.
Shannon addressed his question.
Councilmember Villaseñor made a comment to this item and was in favor of protecting the City’s investment that was made to the Aquatics Facility.
Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola motioned, seconded by Councilmember Mark Austin, to authorize the purchase of a mechanical room controller, chemical controller, and management system for the aquatics facility. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8.D CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
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City Manager, David Rowlands presented this item. Police Chief, Eduardo Malagon provided more information regarding drone information for fireworks surveillance purposes.
Mayor Carrie Broggie opened the public comments to the individuals who requested to comment on the topic.
David Johnson was called to speak regarding his concerns about illegal fireworks in the city and provided recommendations on the topic.
Cerri Mansfield was called to speak regarding her concerns on the illegal fireworks in the city and provided recommendations on the topic.
Brandy Hollis was called to speak regarding the nonprofit organizations that benefit from firework sales.
Councilmember Albert Mendez asked a question regarding the administrative fines on illegal fireworks in other cities. Police Chief, Eduardo Malagon answered his question.
Councilmember Mark Austin asked a question regarding the extra patrols that are put on during fireworks season. Eduardo addressed his question. Mark asked follow up questions regarding citations that are issued. Eduardo answered his question. City Attorney, Tiffany Isreal and City Manager, David Rowlands helped addressed his questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola made comments regarding the administrative fines and considering increasing the citation amounts. Chirs also recommends that the use of drones be considered for future usage in helping with fireworks surveillance.
Councilmember Christina Villaseñor asked a question regarding the community outreach data in other cities.
Councilmember Albert Mendez provided a recommendation on having cameras in parking lots where illegal fireworks action is happening.
Councilmember Villaseñor provided a recommendation that all community outreach regarding illegal fireworks be made across the city and not only specific neighborhoods.
Mayor Carrie Broggie made comments on the topic and would like to recommend a campaign/ community and educational outreach addressing the differences between illegal fireworks and safe and sane fireworks.
8.E CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE NOTIFICATION
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Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas presented this item.
Councilmember Christina Villaseñor motioned, seconded by Councilmember Mark Austin, to receive and file this notification. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8.F DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATE AND TWO ALTERNATES FOR THE
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas presented this item.
Councilmember Albert Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Mark Austin, to appoint Councilmember Christina Villaseñor to be the primary voting delegate and Mayor Carrie Broggie to be the alternate voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference. Motioned carried by the following voice vote:
AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
8.G ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 24-4020AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A CLAIM FOR FY 2024-25 TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) FUNDS AND LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUNDS (LTF), ARTICLE 8 CLAIM
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Finance Supervisor, Ambry Tibay presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola asked a question regarding the funds that will be used to cover these expenses. Ambry answered his question.
Councilmember Villaseñor asked a question regarding the funds that are being utilized for the new transportation route that will be going on route to Moorpark.
Ambry addressed her question.
Mayor Pro Tem asked a follow up question regarding the fund that is used for the new transportation services going to Moorpark. Finance Director, Debra Cavaletto addressed his question.
Mayor Carrie Broggie announced the new VCTC transportation route that is now being offered as if August 1st to the City of Moorpark.
Councilmember Mark Austin motioned, seconded by Councilmember Albert Mendez, to adopt resolution 24-4020 authorizing the filing of a claim for FY 2024-25 Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funds and Local Transportation Funds (LTF), Article 8 Claim. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gurrola, Mayor Carrie Broggie, Councilmember Mark Austin, Councilmember Christina Villaseñor, and Councilmember Albert Mendez.
9. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
Councilmember Christina Villaseñor provided updates on the recent Southern California Edison Community Meeting that occurred on July 25th.
10. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
City Manager, David Rowlands provided updates on the shade structure at Two Rivers Park, announced the new VCTC transportation route Fillmore – Moorpark Line, and announced the Youth Basketball Season coming up (Registration August 1st – September 30th) City is accepting application for coaches and gym managers. Lastly, David announced the new Fillmore Legends Basketball League for youth with special needs.
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A AUGUST 13, 2024 - CLOSED SESSION
AUGUST 13, 2024 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF
Meeting went into Closed Session at 7:52 PM.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:51 PM. Mayor Carrie Broggie reported that the homeless situation and the partnership with the County to help combat the situation. In addition, there was discussion about the types of cameras to be used along the Burlington Street Area throughout the green space.
12. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR CARRIE BROGGIE ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUTS 27, 2024, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.
Mayor Carrie Broggie adjourned the meeting at 8:52 PM.