CITY OF FILLMORE
CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
6:30 PM
CITY HALL
MEETING MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Villaseñor called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM
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 - Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by councilmember Garnica to approve the agenda Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A
PROCLAIMING SEPTEMBER 2025 AS SUICIDE PREVENTION
AWARENESS MONTH AND ENCOURAGING COMMUNITY-WIDE
PARTICIPATION IN SUICIDE PREVENTION EFFORTS
Mayor Villaseñor presented a proclamation recognizing Suicide Awareness. Maya Zumaya was present to accept the proclamation, expressed appreciation to the City, and shared remarks on the importance of suicide awareness.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – Bill Faith was called to speak regarding the importance of pedestrian safety in the city.
7. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS, RECOMMENDATIONS, COMMENTS, COMMITTEE,
COMMISSION, AND BOARD REPORTS
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez reported that his committee has not yet met but noted he will be meeting soon with the Air Pollution Control Board and the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee. He will provide updates at the next meeting.
Councilmember Broggie reported on two recent meetings. She filled in for another councilmember at a CalVans meeting, which is part of VCTC, and also attended the VCTC meeting last Friday regarding bridge construction and train updates.
Councilmember Rodriguez announced that the First 5 Fatherhood Workshop has been rescheduled to September 29th in Fillmore.
Councilmember Garnica reported that on September 5th he attended a meeting with sign vendors as part of the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee to discuss implementing signage throughout the City. He also noted he will attend the next Business Roundtable meeting on September 11th at Red Engine Brewery.
Mayor Villaseñor reported attending the Annual Nonprofit Townhall sponsored by State Senator Monique Limón and Assemblymember Bennett, as well as a Labor Day event in Oxnard. She also attended a recent Ventura Conty Regional Sanitation District meeting and reported updates on the Tolland Landfill. Finally, she provided a date for the Fillmore Immigration Resource Forum happening at city hall on Thursday, September 18th.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM 8A. THROUGH 8B. IS TO BE APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE. Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by councilmember Rodriguez, to approve the consent calendar. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES:
Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
8.A CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 CITY OF FILLMORE WARRANT REGISTER-SEPTEMBER 9, 2025.PDF
8.B AUGUST 26, 2025 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 26, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUCNIL MEETING MINUTES.PDF
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT FOR SOLID WASTE HANDLING
SERVICES BETWEEN CITY OF FILLMORE AND SANTA CLARA VALLEY
DISPOSAL AND CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED SOLID WASTE COLLECTION RATES AS REQUIRED FOR A PROPOSITION 218
MAJORITY PROTEST PROCESS AND
APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 25-4083 TO AUTHORIZE RATES AND ANNUAL INCREASES FOR A FOUR-YEAR (4-YEAR) PERIOD COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2029 WITHIN THE CITY OF FILLMORE SR RESTATED HARRISON AGREEMENT - RATE INCREASE 2025.PDF Kimberly Nillson from Solid Waste Solutions presented this item.
Mayor Villaseñor asked for clarification on the bulky item pickups. Kim addressed her question and provided clarification.
Councilmember Garnica asked for clarification on the information provided. Kim addressed his question and provided clarification.
Councilmember Broggie asked a question and more information regarding the senior discount. Kim provided more information on it.
Councilmember Garnica asked a follow-up question regarding the rates and sizes of the bins. Kim addressed his questions.
Mayor Villaseñor opened the public hearing.
Two written protests were received by the city clerk via mail.
Mayor Villaseñor closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Broggie motioned, seconded by councilmember Garnica to approve the amended and restated agreement for solid waste handling services between City of Fillmore and Santa Clara Valley Disposal and conduct a public hearing on the proposed solid waste collection rates as required for a proposition 218 majority protest process and approve resolution 25-4083 to authorize rates and annual increases for a four-year (4-year) period commencing October 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029 within the City of Fillmore. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.B PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT 25-02 (ZOA 25-02) TO IMPLEMENT 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
SR ORD 25-987 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE.PDF
Brain McCarthy, Deputy Community Development Director presented this item.
Councilmember Rodriguez inquired about the overlay notices being mailed to the community. Brian addressed his inquiry and provided clarification.
Councilmember Garnica asked a question regarding the housing element. Brian addressed his question.
Mayor Villaseñor opened the public hearing. (no public comments) Mayor Villaseñor closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by councilmember Garnica, to approve the public hearing and consider zoning ordinance text amendment 25-02 (ZOA 25-02) to implement 2021-2029 Housing Element). Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
9.C AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE KM INTERNATIONAL 2-TON HOT BOX
THROUGH THE SOURCEWELL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM
SR - AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE KM INTERNATIONAL 2-TON HOT BOX.
FINAL.PDF
Joe Bellomo, Public Works Director, presented this item.
Councilmember Garnica commented that he is pleased the city is moving forward with this purchase, as it will help improve the streets.
Councilmember Broggie inquired about the potential need for additional staff training to operate the new equipment. Joe addressed her question.
Mayor Pro Tem Mendez motioned, seconded by councilmember Garnica, to approve the authorization to purchase KM International 2-ton Hot Box through the source well cooperative purchasing program. Motioned carried by the following voice vote: AYES: Mayor Villaseñor, Mayor Pro Tem Mendez, Councilmember Broggie, Councilmember Garnica and Councilmember Rodriguez.
10. CITY MANAGER
CITY MANAGER VERBAL REPORT
Acting City Manager provided the following updates:
• Manuel was contacted regarding the new SCE Government Affairs representative in connection with a potential community workshop.
• Provided updates on meetings held September 9–10 regarding Highway 126. • On September 11, the Fillmore Fire Department will be honored at the Fillmore Fire Station.
The second Roundtable Business Meeting will also be held that day at Red Engine Brewery at 8:30 a.m.
• Provided updates on discussions with a sign company regarding the implementation of wayfinding signs in the City.
• Announced an Immigration Resources Workshop scheduled for September 18 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
• Reported that the CPA approved the City’s application to join. • Noted that the Sespe Creek Rail Bridge project is underway. • A meeting is being set up to establish an agreement with the Spirit of Santa Paula for FY 2025–2026.
• Provided an update on the Homeless Encampment Grant, noting a budget adjustment related to case management; the grant began October 1.
• Announced the Summer Concert Series scheduled for Friday at 6:30 p.m. featuring Juano and Friends.
• Announced the Citywide Clean-Up event scheduled for September 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
SEPTEMBER 09, 2025 - CLOSED SESSION.PDF
The council went into closed session at 7:50 PM.
The council came back from closed session at 8:20 PM with no reportable action.
12. ADJOURNMENT
MAYOR CHRISTINA VILLASEÑOR ADJOURNS TO THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025, CITY HALL, 250 CENTRAL AVENUE, FILLMORE, CA 93015.
Mayor Villaseñor adjourned the meeting at 8:21PM.