CITY OF FILLMORE
CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025
6:30 PM
CITY HALL
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER – The meeting was called to order at 6:32 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
ABSENT: Councilmember Rodriguez
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA - Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Councilmember Broggie to approve the agenda Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Broggie and Councilmember Garnica
Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A CITY OF FILLMORE PEST CONTROL EFFORTS AT PARKS (PUBLIC WORKS) Georgie Gerardo, Public Works Management Analyst, presented this item.
The council asked questions about the efforts. Georgie addressed their questions.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Heather Swetman was called to speak in regards to 4H groups in the city and a nonprofit benefit concert that was coming up.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, COMMENTS, AND COMMITEE, COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS.
Councilmember Garnica shared that he attended the 5-10k Rotary Event, a Memorial Day service, and a meeting at the Ronald Reagan Library focused on promoting civility in politics. He also met with One Step a La Vez and other community members to discuss a potential partnership with the Clean Power Alliance.
Councilmember Broggie reported participating in a recent tour of the Santa Clara River, where the Sespe Cienega Restoration Project is underway.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez reported attending the Ventura County Annual Shelter quarterly meeting on May 15, where he received several important updates. He also attended the Economic Development Committee meeting that same day.
Mayor Villaseñor reported attending the Rotary 5K-10K event and the COF/FUSD Health and Wellness Fair. She also participated in the County Transportation Advisory Committee meeting, which focused on improving bicycle safety in local transportation systems.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEMS 8A. THROUGH 8D. IS TO BE APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE.
Councilmember Ganrica 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.
Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.A MAY 27, 2025 - WARRANT REGISTER
CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-MAY 27, 2025.PDF
8.B FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE ENERGY AND WATER
SAVINGS PERFORMANCE CONTRACT WITH WILLDAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS
FOR WATER METER REPLACEMENTS AND INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES
SR - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR ADVANCE METERING INFRUSTRUCTURE (AMI) PROJECT. FINAL.PDF
8.C FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE GIS PROFESSIONAL BLOCK SUPPORT AGREEMENT WITH PRO-WEST & ASSOCIATES INC.
SR PROWEST CONTRACT AMENDMENT.PDF
8.D SECOND AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH APEX TECHNOLOGY
MANAGEMENT, LLC TO EXTEND IT SERVICES THROUGH YEAR FIVE SR APEX SECOND CONTRACT AMENDMENT.PDF
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A CONSIDERATION OF PARTICIPATION IN CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE
FEASIBILITY STUDY
SR SCE AND CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE.PDF
Erika Herrera, City Manager, presented this item. Natalie Yanez, Government Affairs Manager was called to speak and provide a presentation on Southern California Energy (SCE) and their clean energy savings.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the community programs that SCE offers. Natalie addressed his question. Councilmember Garnica asked a follow-up question regarding their contracts on clean energy. Natalie answered his question. Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding community programs SCE offers. Natalie answered the question.
Lyn Edmonds was called to speak in support of joining the CPA Alliance.
Daniel Gozales was called to speak in support of joining the CPA Alliance.
Fabiola Gonzalez was called to speak in support of joining the CPA Alliance.
Melissa Munoz from CFOG was called to speak in support of joining the CPA Alliance .
Brooke Baltazar from CFOG was called to speak in support of joining the CPA Alliance .
Jenifer Hernandez was called to speak in favor of joining the CPA Alliance.
Natalie Johnson was called to speak in favor of joining the CPA Alliance.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question CPA customers that have moved back to SCE. CEO of Clean Power Alliance (CPA), Ted Bardake addressed his question.
Albert asked a follow-up question regarding the default rate change. Ted addressed his question. Albert then asked SCE regarding their billing system. Natalie addressed his question.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the $10K fee for the feasibility study to join the CPA. CPA and SCE addressed his question.
Councilmember Broggie asked a follow-up question regarding the $10k fee for the feasibility study and asked for clarification. Ted from CPA addressed her question.
The council discussed this item further.
Mayor Villaseñor thanked SCE and CPA for their time on their presentations and for being available to answer questions.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Villaseñor to participate in the Clean Power Alliance feasibility study. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica.
NOS: Councilmember Broggie
Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.B ANNEXATION OF DP 01-02 (NOVA STORAGE) TO LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2
SR FILMORE LLD NO.2 ANNEXATIONS DP DP 01-02(2002309.1) 5.27 PH.PDF Mayor Villaseñor opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Villaseñor asked the Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas if the city received any written protests. Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas reported no written protests received.
There were no members of the public that wished to protest this item.
City Engineer, Roxane Hughes presented this item.
There were no members of the public that wished to protest this item.
Mayor Villaseñor closed the public hearing and asked the Deputy City Clerk to open the and count the ballots. Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas reported that they are in favor of the new assessments presented.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Councilmember Broggie to adopt annexation of DP 01-02 (Nova Storage) to landscape and lighting assessment District No.2. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and
Councilmember Broggie. Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.C PUBLIC HEARING: INRODUCTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE 25- 981, ZOA 24-02 AND ZC 24-01 (ZC 24- 01), IMPLEMENTING 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT ACTION 3-1 (CREATE RMH2) AND ACTION 3-2 (CREATE
HOUSING OVERLAY ZONE) TO CHANGE THE ZONE DESIGNATION OF
IDENTIFIED PARCELS AND ADOPT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS SPECIFIC TO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THESE ZONES; ADDING
MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVE DESIGN
STANDARDS AS FILLMORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6.04.0418; AND FINDING OF EXEMPTION FROM CEQA.
2025_SR_HOUSING ELEMENT ACTIONS_ORD. 25-981.PDF
Brian McCarthy, Assistant Community Development Director, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the rezone properties stated in his presentation. Brian addressed his question.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question in regard to the housing element. Brian addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding the developer’s proposal in the Sespe location. Brain addressed her question (single family homes). Council member Broggie asked a follow-up clarification question. Brian addressed her question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question in regard the housing overlay. Brian addressed her question.
Mayor Villaseñor opened the public hearing.
James Mills was called to speak in opposition to the new ZOA.
Mary Avilla was called to speak but had already left the audience.
Cecilia Gomez was called to speak in opposition to the new ZOA of the Sespe Ave. location.
Mayor Villaseñor closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the options they had on the types of home that can be implemented in the Sespe Ave. area. Brian addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding the Rena numbers and state housing (HCD) compliance. Brian addressed her question.
Community Development Director, Kevin McSweeney provided more information on this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question regarding the proposed development.
Kevin and Brian addressed his question.
The council discussed this item further.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez to approve the introduction of city council ordinance 25-981, ZOA 24-02 and ZC 24-01 (ZC 24-01), implementing 2021-2029 housing element action 3-1 (create RMH2) and action 3-2 (create housing overlay zone) to change the zone designation of identified parcels and adopt development standards specific to residential development within these zones; adding multifamily residential development within these zones; adding multifamily residential development objective design standards as Fillmore Municipal code section 6.04.0418; and finding of exemption from CEQA . Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.D CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 25-4074 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, 2025, AND SUPERSEDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 24-4038 SR MGMT MID CONF COMP AND BENEFITS RESOLUTION.PDF
Human Resources Supervisor, Jacky Herrera, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez to adopt resolution 25-4074 fixing the compensation benefits and other terms and conditions of employment of non-represented management/mismanagement, confidential, and part time employees of the City of Fillmore effective July 1, 2025, and superseding and replacing resolution no. 24-4038. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.E CONSIDER APPROVAL OF NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION (FIREFIGHTER) AND
ADOPTING NEW JOB DESCRIPTION
SR NEW CLASSIFICATION AND JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FIREFIGHTER POSITION REV..PDF
Human Resources Supervisor, Jacky Herrera, presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Garnica to approve new job classification (firefighter) and adopting new job description.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent:
Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.F CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF AN UPDATED CALPERS PUBLICLY
AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE
SR PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE 07.01.2025 REV.PDF
Human Resources Supervisor, Jacky Herrera, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Councilmember Broggie, to approve and adopt an updated CALPERS Publicly available pay schedule.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent:
Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.G CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. FOR CITYWIDE TREE MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
SR WCA FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR CITYWIDE TREE
MAINTENANCE SERVICES -FINAL.PDF
Public Works Senior Management Analyst, Shannon Prentice presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question about what happens in emergency situations when funds are exhausted. Shannon addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding a tree health survey. Shannon addressed her question (WCA has tree condition software to keep track of the info).
Councilmember Broggie motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to approve the first amendment to agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for citywide tree maintenance services. Motioned carried by the following voice vote:
AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.H SAFETY ACTION PLAN VS. LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN SR - SAFETY ACTION PLAN VS. LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN.
FINAL.PDF
City Engineer Roxanne Hughes presented this item.
Mayor Villaseñor made a comment about County pedestrian and bicycle safety.
Councilmember Garnica made a comment in favor of the safety action plan.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to receive and file the presented safety action plan vs. long range transportation plan.
Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent:
Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.I DISCUSSION AND UPDATE ON THE POTENTIAL IMPLEMENTATION OF A
MILLS ACT PROPERTY TAX PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF FILLMORE
MILLS ACT CONTINUED SR.PDF
The City Manager, Erika Herrera, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica thanked staff for their work and research on this presentation.
Councilmember Broggie asked a question about the possibility of certain neighborhoods or attractions adopting the Mills Act. Erika addressed her question.
Council member Garnica made a comment regarding the process and possibility of a potential investment downtown. Community Development Director, Kevin McSweeney was called to clarify the process and limitations.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez asked a question regarding the interior restrictions that the Mills Act would have. Kevin addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor asked a question regarding the resources the city would need to implement the Mills Act and how that process would look like. Kevin addressed her question.
The council discussed this matter further.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Garnica, to implement the Mills Act Property Tax program to the City of Fillmore. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. NOS: Mayor Villaseñor.
Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.J PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE NO. 25-985 GRANTING A NON-EXCLUSIVE
FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON PIPELINE, LP FOR EXISTING HYDROCARBON
PIPELINE
CRIMSON PIPELINE ORDINANCE SR.PDF
City Attorney, Tiffany Isreal presented this item.
Mayor Villaseñor opened the public hearing.
Deputy City Clerk, Arely Venegas reported that the City of Fillmore did not receive any protests for this franchise.
Mayor Villaseñor closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Garnica motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, to approve ordinance No.25-985 granting a non-exclusive franchise to Crimson Pipeline, LP for existing hydrocarbon pipeline. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Mayor Villaseñor, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Broggie. Absent: Councilmember Rodriguez.
10. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
WEED ABATEMENT UPDATE
City Manager Erika Herrea reminded the community that June and July are considered “dark” months for the city, meaning there will be only one council meeting each month.
She also called up the Fire Chief, Keith Gurrola to provide weed abatement updates in the city. Lasty, Erika announced her maternity leave as of May 30, 2025.
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A MAY 27, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION
MAY 27, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF
The meeting went into closed session at 9:52 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:07 p.m. with no reportable action.
12. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY JUNE 10, 2025, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.
Mayor Villaseñor adjourned the meeting at 10:08 p.m.