CITY OF FILLMORE
CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2025
6:30 PM
CITY HALL
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Garnica led the pledge of allegiance
3. ROLL CALL
Members present: Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Garnica to approve the agenda Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A PRESERVING OUR NEIGHBORHOODS: A LOOK AT VANDALISM PREVENTION Georgie Gerardo, Public Works Management Analyst presented this presentation.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question about the City’s bulk item event. Georgie addressed her question.
Councilmember Broggie made a comment regarding the vandalism and encouraged the community to help make the community better.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding the graffiti clean-up. Georgie addressed his question.
The Council thanked Georgie for his presentation.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Norma Amaro was called to speak about a new sales and use tax that will be made effective on April 1st, 2025.
Brandy Hollis was called to speak about the annual flower show that is taking place on April 26th and April 27th.
Cooper Hollis was called to speak about the Fillmore Little League and their upcoming opening ceremonies.
Harley Hollis was called to speak about the Fillmore Flower Show.
Routy Hollis was called to speak about the Fillmore Little League and their upcoming opening ceremonies.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Garnica shared that he attended the Fillmore Groundwater Basin District meeting, where budget and modeling updates were presented. He also reported attending the City Council Goal Setting Special Meeting on Saturday, February 22nd.
Councilmember Rodriguez reported attending the City Council Goal Setting Special Meeting on Saturday, February 22nd, and shared positive feedback on how it was conducted. He also mentioned meeting with former Councilmember Chris Gurrola and emphasized the importance of connecting with past councilmembers to continue the city's progress.
Councilmember Broggie shared how positive the City Council Goal Setting Session was.
She also reported that the Ventura Council of Governments, where she serves as a board member, has hired a new executive director following the retirement of the previous one.
Additionally, she reminded the community about her first “Porch Talk,” which will take place at her home on Wednesday, February 26th from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez reported attending the Ventura County Animal Services Committee meeting last Thursday, where they reviewed new conceptual drawings for the future animal shelter in Ventura County.
Villaseñor commented on the effectiveness of the City Council Goal Setting Session held on Saturday. She also reported attending the Santa Paula Hospital Blue Ribbon Committee earlier in the month and shared information about the hospital. In addition, she attended a Ventura Regional Sanitation District meeting and provided updates.
Lastly, she shared that she attended the Ventura County Regional Alliance meeting, where a $12 million grant was announced for electric vehicle charging stations in Ventura County.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. THROUGH 8C. IS TO APPROVE BY VOICE VOTE.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Broggie to approve the Consent Calendar Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-FEBRUARY 25, 2025 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-FEBRUARY 25, 2025.PDF
8.B CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF UPDATED ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
JOB DESCRIPTION
APPROVAL OF UPDATED ACM JD SR.PDF
8.C CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
OVERTIME AND PORTAL PAY FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT TO ENSURE STATE
REIMBURSEMENT
SR OVERTIME AND PORTAL TO PORTAL PAY FOR EMPLOYEES.PDF
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A APPOINTMENTS TO THE CULTURAL, ARTS, AND RECREATION COMMISSION SR - CAR COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS 2025-2029.PDF
Arely Venegas, Deputy City Clerk presented this item.
Carina Forsythe, recently reappointed to the Cultural Arts and Recreation Commission, thanked the City Council and shared that she looks forward to continuing her service on the commission.
Brandy Hollis, recently reappointed to the Cultural Arts and Recreation Commission, thanked the City Council and shared that she looks forward to continuing her service on the commission.
Councilmember Broggie was amazed at the number of people in Fillmore that had an interest in the Cultural, Arts and Recreation Commission and thanked everyone for applying.
Councilmember Rodriguez thanked the Commissioners for being present and for their service to the community.
Mayor Villaseñor also thanked the commissioners and looking forward to their continued work on the commission.
Councilmember Garnica asked how many people applied for the commission (5 were interviewed).
Councilmember Broggie motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez to appoint the 3 selected commissioners (Brandy Hollis, Carina Forsythe and Greg Agostinelli) to the Cultural, Arts, and Recreation Commission. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.B WATER WELLS SEVEN AND EIGHT - BORON LEVELS UPDATE
SR - BORON LEVELS WELLS 7 8 - 2025.PDF
Joe Bellomo, Public Works Director, presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Albert asked a question regarding the number of times that these tests are conducted. Joe addressed his question.
Councilmember Broggie asked a question regarding the reporting system. Joe and Erika addressed her question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked an additional question regarding the testing and reporting system of the water.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the boron levels. Joe addressed his question.
Councilmember Broggie motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to receive and file the presented water wells seven and eight, boron levels update.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.C FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 MID-YEAR FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 AND APPROVAL OF THE MID-YEAR BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
RECOMMENDATIONS
SR 24-25 MID YEAR BUDGET.PDF
Debra Cavaletto, Finance Director, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the parcel tax. Debra addressed his question. John asked a follow-up question. Debra addressed his question.
Ambry Tibay, Finance Supervisor, presented a portion of this item regarding the enterprise funds mid-year budget.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question about FEMA
reimbursement. Ambry addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor made a comment regarding FEMA funding and asked a question regarding the water operating fund and its budget appropriation. Ambry addressed her question.
Erika Herrera, City Manager, presented a portion of this item regarding the Human Resources positions.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Garnica to approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 mid-year financial report for fiscal year 2024-2025 and approval of the mid-year budget adjustment recommendations. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
10. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
None.
11. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
City Manager Erika Herrera invited Public Works Director Joe Bellomo to provide an update on the Well No. 7 emergency. He reported that the pump has been installed and is undergoing testing. Erika also announced that the City is hiring lifeguards for the summer season and encouraged teenagers to apply. In addition, she shared that the Community Service Specialist position assigned to the Parks and Recreation Department is now open and will close on March 1, 2025. Erika further announced that the City has been awarded a $1.49M grant to address homelessness and encampments. Lastly, she reported that Ventura County Sheriff’s Homeless Liaison Unit will conduct a fire prevention operation in the river bottom on February 26th.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding how the funding will be distributed and used for the homeless situation. Erika addressed his question.
12. CLOSED SESSION
12.A FEBRUARY 25, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION
FEBRUARY 25, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF
The Council went into closed session at 7:41PM.
The Council came back from closed session at 9:07PM with no reportable action.
13. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2025, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.
Mayor Villaseñor adjourned the meeting at 9:08PM.