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City Council — April 14, 2026

City Council — April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

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MeetingRegular Meeting
Date📅 April 14, 2026

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Present: 3-Mendez, 2-Garnica, 4-Broggie, 5-Villaseñor, 2-Rodriguez

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At a glance

Proclamations and Presentations

  • The Mayor issued proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Autism Awareness Month.
  • Representatives from real estate and autism organizations addressed the council regarding these causes.
  • The council was invited to participate in an upcoming Fair Housing Forum.

Board and Committee Updates

  • Council members reported on attendance and engagement at various board meetings.
  • Updates included transportation commission reviews of bike trails and sanitation district landfill capacity.
  • Healthcare planning status regarding local hospital closures was also discussed.

Pipeline Franchise Hearing

  • A public hearing opened regarding a non-exclusive franchise for Crimson California Pipeline LP.
  • Staff noted the item was not fully ready for final approval at this time.
  • The council voted to continue the public hearing to the next meeting.

Digital Management System

  • Staff presented a proposal for a comprehensive digital management system with Locality Media.
  • Council members inquired about data privacy and ownership details before proceeding.
  • The council authorized the agreement after staff confirmed city data ownership.

Storm Drain and Landscape Assessments

  • Resolutions initiated proceedings for annual levies for fiscal year 2026-27.
  • Discussion focused on District 3 shortfalls and potential Prop 218 hearing processes.
  • Council members recused themselves where they held property interests in specific districts.

Public Works Vehicle Purchase

  • Staff recommended purchasing a new public works vehicle from Pritchard Companies via Sourcewell.
  • The vendor was selected because another option could not meet specifications.
  • The council authorized the purchase and agreement execution.

Commissioner and SCAG Appointments

  • Staff requested ratification of reappointments for two resident commissioners.
  • The Mayor and a Council Member volunteered as representatives to the SCAG General Assembly.
  • Resolutions were adopted to ratify the commissioners and appoint the government representatives.

City Manager Verbal Report

  • Staff reported case management efforts at the encampment with approximately 15 to 18 individuals.
  • Street maintenance updates indicated over 1,000 potholes have been filled since January.
  • Upcoming events included Earth Day activities and a wood chipper drop-off event.

Closed Session

  • The Council consulted with legal counsel regarding two potential litigation cases.
  • Litigation against the owner of the property at 126 D Street was authorized.
  • No reportable action was taken on the second case.

Full summary

City Council Meeting Summary

  • Date: Tuesday, April 14th

Opening Proceedings

  • The meeting was called to order. Roll call was conducted, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Item 4: Approval of Agenda

  • A motion was made to approve the agenda. The motion was seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Item 5: Presentations

  • Item 5A (Fair Housing Month): The Mayor presented a proclamation declaring April 2026 as National Fair Housing Month. A representative from the Ventura County Coastal Association of Realtors addressed the council regarding the importance of fair housing and invited the council to an upcoming Fair Housing Forum.
  • Item 5B (Autism Awareness Month): The Mayor presented a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Autism Awareness Month. A representative from the autism community addressed the council to express gratitude for the proclamation and local community support.

Item 6: Public Comments

  • Community members provided comment on the following topics:
  • Area Housing Authority: A representative introduced the agency and expressed appreciation for the City’s partnership in addressing housing needs.
  • Fillmore Town Theater: Residents requested council assistance in promoting Spanish-language movie screenings to increase attendance.
  • Youth Programs: A representative from One Step a la Vez announced the upcoming "Cones with Cops" event organized by the Youth Advisory Council.

Item 7: City Council Reports

  • Council members provided updates on various board and committee meetings, including:
  • Air Pollution Control Board: No major items reported.
  • Fillmore Business Roundtable: High turnout noted; future meeting frequency is under review by businesses.
  • Town Hall/Meet and Greet: Engagement was reported to be successful.
  • Ventura County Transportation Commission: Updates included Pacific Surfliner route expansions and a review of a proposed bike trail project along railroad tracks from Ventura to Piru. The public was encouraged to attend the upcoming commission meeting to discuss potential impacts on the agricultural community.
  • Ventura Regional Sanitation District: Updates regarding the Tull Landfill capacity extended to the 2040s due to new compaction methods.
  • Healthcare: Updates regarding the potential closure of Santa Paula Hospital and the status of healthcare planning for the Santa Clara Valley.

Item 8: Consent Calendar

  • A motion was made to approve the consent calendar. The motion was seconded. The motion passed.

Item 9: New Business

  • Item 9A (Public Hearing: Ordinance 26-994): A public hearing was opened regarding a non-exclusive franchise to Crimson California Pipeline LP. Staff noted the item was not fully ready for final approval. A motion was made to continue the item to the next meeting. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9B (Software Agreement): Staff presented a proposal to authorize an agreement with Locality Media (DBA First Due) for a comprehensive digital management system. The system covers time cards, personnel management, fire department operations, and a community outreach tool. Council members inquired about data privacy and ownership. Staff confirmed the city would own the data and costs are included in the implementation fee. A motion was made to authorize the agreement. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9C (Storm Drain Assessments): Staff presented a resolution to initiate proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for fiscal year 2026-27. Discussion focused on District 3's shortfall regarding biofilter maintenance and the process for a potential Prop 218 hearing. Council members recused themselves from voting on specific districts where they held property interests. A motion was made to adopt Resolution 26-4106 and set a public hearing for May 12, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9D (Landscape and Lighting Assessments): Staff presented a resolution to initiate proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for Landscape and Lighting Districts. Council members recused themselves from specific districts where they held property interests. A motion was made to adopt resolutions one through seven and set a public hearing for May 12, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9E (Public Works Vehicle Purchase): Staff recommended the purchase of a new public works vehicle from Pritchard Companies via Sourcewell, as another vendor could not meet specifications. A motion was made to authorize the purchase and agreement execution. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9F (Area Housing Authority Reappointment): Staff requested ratification of the reappointment of two resident commissioners, Susan Johnson and Marcy Ramos Cruz. A motion was made to adopt Resolution 26-4099. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
  • Item 9G (SCAG Representatives): Staff requested the appointment of primary and alternate official representatives to the Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) General Assembly. The Mayor volunteered for the primary role, and a Council Member volunteered for the alternate role. A motion was made to appoint the representatives. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.

Item 10: City Manager Verbal Report

  • ERF and Encampment: Staff reported on case management efforts at the encampment, noting approximately 15 to 18 individuals currently residing there. Rapid rehousing partnerships are being established, though no residents have been housed to date. Funds have been allocated for case management and a permanent supportive housing project.
  • Street Maintenance: Reports indicated 97 potholes were filled in the week ending April 3, and 68 in the week ending April 10, totaling 1,032 since January.
  • Upcoming Events: Notified the council of an upcoming wood chipper drop-off event, Earth Day activities, a Health and Wellness Resource Fair, and a Rotary 5K run.
  • Weed Abatement: Staff reminded the council that fire department surveys for non-compliance are in process and letters will be sent out.

Item 11: Closed Session

  • The Council met in closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding two potential litigation cases. The Council considered whether to litigate in one case and unanimously authorized the initiation of litigation against the owner of the property at 126 D Street. No reportable action was taken on the second case.

Adjournment

  • The meeting was adjourned to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 28th, at 6:30 PM.