CITY OF FILLMORE
CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025
6:30 PM
CITY HALL
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Villaseñor called the meeting to order.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez 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
Councilmember Broggie motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez to approve the agenda Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A FAIR HOUSING PROCLAMATION
Mayor Villaseñor presented a Proclamation to the Ventura County Association of Realtors and the Real Estate Fraud Advisory Team (REFAT). (Received by Cindy Diaz-Telly, Realtor)
5.B SEWER ENTERPRISE PRESENTATION
Finance Director, Debra Cavaletto presented this item.
The council asked questions, Debra addressed their questions.
5.C PRESENTATION REGARDING STREET VENDORS IN THE CITY
Community Development Director, Kevin McSweeney presented this item.
The council asked questions, Kevin addressed their questions.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Cindy Diaz-Telly was called to speak regarding the Creekside project.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Rodriguez gave a shoutout to the Police Department on their successful Easter Egg Hunt Event. Luis also made a comment regarding the street vendors presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez reported his attendance on the Housing Community Economic Development Policy Committee in Burbank on March 27th.
Council member Broggie reported her attendance on the recent Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee and recommended that there be an update on the topic for the next meeting. City Manager, Erika Herrera will be presented a report at the April 22, 2025 City Council meeting.
John reported that he attended and was part of mock interviews for the Fillmore High School Seniors.
Mayor Villaseñor reported her attendance at the Cienega Springs Restoration Sites along with CM and Fire Chief (now Wildlife Preservation area project ) and provided some updates on the preservation actions they are taking there.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. IS TO APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE.
8.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 8, 2025
CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-APRIL 8, 2025.PDF
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, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
NEW BUSINESS
8.B DISCUSSION OF WHETHER TO ADOPT A MILLS ACT PROPERTY TAX
PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY OF FILLMORE
DISCUSSION OF MILLS ACT SR.PDF
City Manager, Erika Herrera, presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question regarding the homes that would qualify for this. Erika addressed his question.
Ashley Conolly was called to speak in support of this Act.
Councilmember Garnica thanked Ashely for her comments and provided his own comments on this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez requested more information regarding the finance impacts.
Councilmember Rodriguez asked a question regarding the last historical survey. Erika addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding the application, maintenance, and rehab process. Tiffany, Erika and Kevin addressed her question.
The council discussed this item further and recommended that this item be brought back with more information and research specifically with other cities that have this Act. (cost to contract an agency to implement this program for the city and what it would cost the community as taxpayers).
8.C CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF REORGANIZING THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
SR REORDERING ITEMS ON AGENDA.PDF
City Manager, Erika Herrera, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Mendez to approve the reorganization of the city
council agenda. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor,
Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and
Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.D CONSIDERATION OF MULTI-YEAR INVESTMENT IN HOUSING TRUST FUND
VENTURA COUNTY (HTFVC)
HTFVC CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING SR.PDF
City Manager, Erika Herrera, presented this item. Alex Russel, a former housing board chair from Housing Trust Fund of Ventura County was also present to answer questions.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the funding contribution.
Alex Russel, a former housing board chair from Housing Trust Fund of Ventura County, addressed his question.
Councilmember Rodriguez asked a question regarding any potential rolling of funds for this investment Erika addressed his question.
Councilmember Garnica asked for clarification on what the funds will be used for. Erika addressed his question.
Councilmember Broggie asked a question regarding the contribution period and amounts. Alex Russel addressed her question.
Mayor Villaseñor provided comments in support on this investment.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Councilmember Broggie, to approve the contribution of $50,000.00 to invest in the Housing Trust Fund.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.E CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE CITY OF FILLMORE 2025
LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM 2025 SR.PDF
City Manager, Erika Herrera, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica recommended a standing committee for this Legislative Platform.
Mayor Villaseñor made a comment regarding the platform and would like the topics of Environmental and Clean energy added to the platform. Council supported these topics.
Councilmember Broggie and Mayor Pro Tem Mendez were appointed to be apart of the Legislative Platform Standing Committee.
8.F APPROVAL OF A STAGING AREA LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH TORO ENTERPRISES, INC.
SR STAGING AGREEMENT WITH TORO.PDF
City Engineer, Roxanne Hughes, presented this item.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding any potential bike path closures this project may effect. Roxanne addressed her question. No effect.
Councilmember Rodriquez motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to approve the staging area license agreement with Toro Enterprise, Inc.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.G BOND EXONERATION TRACT NOS. 5520-2 AND 5520-3
SR BOND EXTONERATION TRACT 5520-2 AND-3.PDF
City Engineer, Roxanne Hughes, presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question. Roxanne addressed his question.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to approve the bond exoneration Tract NOS. 5520-2 and 5520-3. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.H FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE FILLMORE BOYS AND GIRLS
CLUB BUILDING CEILING REPAIR PROJECT
SR - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CEILING PROJECT - FINAL.PDF
Public Works Director, Joe Bellomo, presented this item.
Councilmember Broggie asked a question regarding the height of the ceiling.
Joe addressed her question.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez, to approve the notice of completion for the Fillmore Boys and Girls Club Building ceiling repair project. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES:
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez
8.I FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE FILLMORE BOYS AND GIRLS
CLUB BUILDING DOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT
SR - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB DOOR
REPLACEMENT PROJECT - FINAL.PDF
Public Works Director, Joe Bellomo, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez, to approve the notice of completion for the Fillmore Boys and Girls Club door replacement project pending a door detail from contractor. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez
9. COMMITTEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
Council member Broggie reported her attendance at the VCTC meeting last Friday and encouraged more participation from Fillmore to attend the meetings. She also reminded the public of her upcoming porch talk on April 9th.
Councilmember Garnica provided an update on the railroad bridge construction.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez thanked all staff for the work that they do.
10. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
City Manager, Erika Herrera, reported on the following items:
• Lifeguard Hiring: The city has received 24 applications so far. • Pool Opening: The pool is set to open on Memorial Day weekend for both lap and recreational swimming.
• Community Meetings: Upcoming meetings will be held to discuss the new Fire Hazard Maps.
• Coffee with the City Manager on Friday, April 18th
• Earth Day event on Saturday, April 26th
• New Assistant City Manager: Manuel Minjares will begin his role on April 16, 2025.
11. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.
Mayor Villaseñor adjourned the meeting at 9:11 PM.