Fillmore public meetings in 2025
29 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to consider modifications to Development Permit 11-06 and Conditional Use Permit 11-05, along with a lot merger, to expand the ABC Preschool and daycare facility. They will also receive a presentation on the Santa Paula Branch Line Trail from the Ventura County Transportation Commission and consider adopting a resolution setting the date and time of regular meetings.
- Continued public hearing: ABC Preschool expansion (DP 11-06 Mod 2, CUP 11-05, Lot Merger 25-01)
- Presentation on the Santa Paula Branch Line Trail by Amanda Fagan, Ventura County Transportation Commission
- Consideration of resolution to confirm regular Planning Commission meeting schedule
- Approval of minutes from October 22, 2025 regular meeting (Consent Calendar)
- Oral Communications period for public comments on non-agenda items
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will select the 2025 mayor and mayor pro tempore, adopt the FY2026-27 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget, and consider several other items including appointments, a progress report on council goals, an amicus brief decision, and approval of contracts for infrastructure projects. The consent calendar includes a FEMA grant for a cardiac monitor and notices of completion for guardrail, pump, and lighting projects.
- Selection of 2025 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore (9.A)
- Adoption of FY2026-27 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and Administrative Budget for Successor Agency (9.F)
- Discussion and adoption of 2026 City Council meeting schedule (9.B)
- Authorization to purchase and install replacement exhaust fans at Fillmore Aquatics Center (9.H)
- Review of FY2024-25 Development Impact Fee annual report and consideration of resolution (9.J)
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will appoint a new member to fill a District One vacancy, adopt updated building and fire codes, and approve contracts for street repairs and well maintenance. The meeting also includes recognition awards and a closed session.
- Appointment of new District One Council member
- Adoption of 2025 Building Codes (Ordinance 25-989)
- Adoption of 2025 California Fire Codes (Ordinance 25-990)
- Approval of contract for Well No. 8 repairs
- Approval of design proposal for annual street improvements
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will hold a second reading to adopt Ordinance 25-988, creating a joint powers agreement with the Clean Power Alliance of Southern California and authorizing a community‑choice aggregation program with a CEQA exemption. They will also consider a second reading to adopt Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-01 updating accessory dwelling unit regulations, and will vote on a line‑of‑credit agreement for rehabilitation work at the Veterans Memorial District. Additional items include awarding a contract for well drilling and well destruction, and approving a subdivision improvement agreement for Tract Map 6053 (Creekside).
- Second reading to adopt Ordinance 25-988 for Clean Power Alliance joint powers agreement and community‑choice aggregation program (CEQA exemption)
- Second reading to adopt Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-01 updating accessory and junior accessory dwelling unit regulations (CEQA exemption)
- Approve agreement to reinstate a line of credit for rehabilitation work at the Veterans Memorial District
- Award contract for construction of Well No. 10 drilling and Well No. 5 destruction (Project Spec No. 25-03A)
- Approve subdivision improvement agreement and final map for Tract Map 6053 (Creekside)
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a modification to Development Permit 11-06 and Conditional Use Permit 11-05 for the expansion of the ABC Preschool and Daycare facility. The commission will also consider Lot Merger LM 25-01 to merge three existing lots into a single parcel. Additionally, the commission will approve minutes from a previous special meeting and receive staff reports.
- Public hearing on Modification No. 2 to Development Permit 11-06 and Conditional Use Permit 11-05 for ABC Preschool expansion
- Consideration of Lot Merger LM 25-01 to merge three lots into a single parcel
- Adoption of CEQA categorical exemption via Resolution 25-1061
- Adoption of Resolutions 25-1062 and 25-1063 for permit modifications and lot merger processing
- Consent calendar approval of minutes from the August 27, 2025 special meeting
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment to bring accessory dwelling unit regulations into compliance with state law. Other business includes discussion of a city council vacancy, approval of waterline and pavement design for Santa Clara Street, and consideration of contracts for cross-connection control, guardrail repairs, and urgent well repairs. Consent items cover project completions for pavement preservation, park restrooms, and building window replacements.
- Public hearing on ADU ordinance amendment (Ord. 25-984) to comply with state law
- Discussion of vacancy on City Council
- Approval of design for waterline and pavement improvements on Santa Clara Street (Project Spec. 25-08)
- Urgent repairs to Well No. 8 – contract award to General Pump Company
- One-year funding agreement for Spirit of Santa Paula Harvard Shelter with Ventura County and Santa Paula
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will hold a second reading and vote on Ordinance 25-987 and Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 25-02 to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element. New business includes a fifth amendment to a property remediation agreement for 461 Central Avenue, approval of a design contract for the Well No. 10 structure, and discussion of the 1/3 retail requirement in the Central Business District Core. The council will also consider keeping Rio Vista Park detention basin open year-round with storm-event closures, a first amendment for the Delores Day Park restrooms project, and a request to support the Ventura County Community Foundation's Neighbors Support Fund.
- Second reading of Ordinance 25-987 and ZOA 25-02 to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element
- Fifth Amendment to Property Remediation Agreement for 461 Central Avenue (Development Permit 21-02, Conditional Use Permit 21-02)
- Approval of architectural and engineering design services agreement with TND Studio & Associates for Well No. 10 structure
- Discussion of the 1/3 retail requirement within the Central Business District Core and downtown revitalization partnership
- Recommendation to keep Rio Vista Park detention basin open year-round with storm-event closures managed by Public Works
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will approve the September warrant register and meeting minutes, and consider an amended solid waste services agreement with rate increases. The body will also hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance text amendment.
- Approval of September warrant register and August council minutes
- Amended solid waste handling agreement with Santa Clara Valley Disposal
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 25-02
- Authorization to purchase a 2-ton hot box through Sourcewell
- Proclamation of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Planning Commission Special Meeting
The Fillmore Planning Commission will consider two public‑hearing items: a resolution recommending Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25‑01 (Ordinance 25‑981) to update the municipal code for accessory dwelling units and grant a CEQA exemption, and a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 25‑03 to implement the 2021‑2029 Housing Element with a CEQA exemption. The meeting also includes routine approval of the July 16, 2025 minutes on the consent calendar, oral communications from citizens, and brief reports from the commission and the Planning & Community Development Director.
- Consent calendar: approve minutes of the July 16, 2025 regular Planning Commission meeting
- Public hearing: resolution for Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25‑01 (Ordinance 25‑981) for ADUs, CEQA exemption
- Public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 25‑03 to implement 2021‑2029 Housing Element, CEQA exemption
- Oral communications: citizen presentations limited to five minutes each
- Brief reports from the Planning Commission and the Planning & Community Development Director
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will consider several infrastructure and funding items. Key actions include adoption of plans and authorization to bid for the Well No. 10 exploratory drilling project, approval of a contract for a new circulation pump at the community pool, and awarding a contract for concrete access driveways. The consent calendar includes adoption of an ordinance clarifying the Cultural, Arts, and Recreation Commission's name and function, and filing a notice of completion for a generator at the Active Adult Center.
- Adoption of plans and cost estimate for Well No. 10 exploratory drilling and well development project (Spec 25-03A) and authorization to advertise for bids
- Approval of an agreement with Knorr Systems International for purchase/installation of a new circulation pump at Fillmore Community Pool
- Award of contract to Cerco Engineering Inc. for Concrete Access Driveways project
- Adoption of Ordinance 25-986 to revise Municipal Code Chapter 2.28 clarifying the name and function of the Cultural, Arts, and Recreation Commission
- Filing of Notice of Completion for Generator Installation at the Active Adult Center (Spec 21-02)
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss several new contracts and a municipal code revision. The body is also seeking direction on hosting an immigration resources workshop.
- Contract with 4 Leaf Inc. for code enforcement services
- Contract with Bureau Veritas for the 2025 California Building Code
- Proposed ordinance to revise Municipal Code Chapter 2.28 regarding the Cultural, Arts, and Recreation Commission
- Sewer easement and agreement with the Ventura County Transportation Commission for a railroad crossing
- Discussion on hosting an immigration resources workshop
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Fillmore Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending an amendment to the zoning ordinance to update the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers.
- Public Hearing: Consideration of Resolution recommending Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-01 (Ordinance 25-981) regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Presentation: GIS Update and Demonstration
- Approval of May 21, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
- Public Comments (5 minutes per speaker)
- Adjournment to the Planning Commission
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will vote on the consent calendar, adopt Ordinance No. 25-985 granting a nonexclusive franchise to Crimson Pipeline, LP, and discuss several new business items. Items include a second amendment to the Willdan Engineering Services contract, approval of the Sewer System Management Plan with staff direction for online certification, authorization for Veolia to repair the Fillmore Water Recycling Plant, and a reappointment to the Ventura County Area Housing Authority board. The meeting also includes a closed‑session portion.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-985 granting a nonexclusive franchise to Crimson Pipeline, LP for an existing hydrocarbon pipeline
- Second amendment to the Willdan Engineering Services contract for city engineering services
- Approval of the Sewer System Management Plan and direction to staff to complete online certification
- Authorization for Veolia to proceed with repairs to the Fillmore Water Recycling Plant
- Reappointment of a resident commissioner to the Ventura County Area Housing Authority board of commissioners
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a second reading to adopt zoning ordinance amendments creating a Residential Medium High zone and a Housing Overlay zone, implementing 2021-2029 Housing Element actions. New business includes a nonexclusive hydrocarbon pipeline franchise to Crimson Pipeline LP, adoption of the Gann appropriation limit for FY 2025-26, and approval of a project list funded by the Road Repair and Accountability Act. The council will also consider year-end budget adjustments and contracts for cross-connection control and senior nutrition services.
- Second reading of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 24-02 and Zoning Change 24-01 for Housing Element actions 3-1 and 3-2
- Reintroduction of Ordinance No. 25-985 granting a nonexclusive franchise to Crimson Pipeline, LP for an existing hydrocarbon pipeline
- Adoption of Resolution 25-4078 establishing the Gann Appropriation Limit for FY 2025-26
- Approval of FY 2025-26 project list funded by the Road Repair and Accountability Act (SB1)
- Authorization of contracts for Senior Nutrition Program food services for FY 2025/26
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council will consider a public hearing to introduce an ordinance creating new residential development zones and approve staff contracts and amendments to existing service agreements.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 25-981 for new housing zones
- Approval of staff compensation and benefits resolution
- Amendment to tree maintenance services with West Coast Arborists
- Amendment to IT services with Apex Technology Management
- Public hearing on franchise for Crimson Pipeline
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Fillmore Planning Commission will conduct a training session on the General Plan, elect a chair and vice chair, and administer the oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Alex Flores. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.
- Oath of Allegiance for new Planning Commissioner Alex Flores, appointed by Mayor and City Council on April 22, 2025, term expiring January 31, 2027
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Training session on the City's General Plan
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on the annual levy for landscape/lighting districts and storm drain maintenance districts, and consider adopting the FY 2025-26 budget. Other business includes updating the fire hazard severity zone map, authorizing an agreement for organic materials procurement with Agromin, approving a parcel map for 870-880 Central Avenue, and filing a notice of completion for the Sidewalks and Plaza Concrete Project. A first amendment to the support services agreement with PlanetBids, Inc. and an update to the Sewer System Management Plan and Master Plan are also on the agenda.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 25-4071 approving the FY 2025-26 Annual Budget
- Public hearings on annual assessments for Heritage Valley Landscape and Lighting District 2007-1 and Landscape and Lighting District No. 02
- Public hearing on Storm Drain Maintenance District assessments for FY 2025-26
- Ordinance 25-982 updating the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
- Appropriation of funds and task order to update Sewer System Management Plan and Sewer System Master Plan
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council and Successor Agency will meet to decide or discuss multiple items, including a franchise for Crimson California Pipelines, a school resource officer funding agreement, and updates to the fire hazard severity zone map. Several consent items include a roof replacement contract for the fire house. Public hearings are set for proposed assessment increases for storm drain and landscape districts.
- Resolution 25-4063 declaring intention to grant a franchise to Crimson California Pipelines, LP
- 2025-2026 agreement with Fillmore Unified School District to fund two School Resource Officers
- Award of contract for Fillmore Fire House Roof Replacement Project to a new contractor
- Introduction of Ordinance 25-982 updating the city's Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
- Consideration of participation in Clean Power Alliance feasibility study
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss zoning ordinance and zoning changes to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The body will consider recommending that the City Council create a residential medium high zone and a housing overlay zone.
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 24-02 (ZOA 24-02)
- Zoning Change 24-01 (ZC 24-01)
- Creation of Residential Medium High Zone (RMH2)
- Creation of Housing Overlay Zone
- Adoption of Multi-Family Dwelling Objective Design Standards (FMC Section 6.04.0418)
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss the adoption of a Mills Act property tax program and a multi-year investment in the Housing Trust Fund Ventura County. The body will also consider the city's 2025 legislative platform and a staging area license agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
- Discussion on adopting a Mills Act property tax program
- Consideration of multi-year investment in Housing Trust Fund Ventura County (HTFVC)
- Approval of a staging area license agreement with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
- Bond exoneration for Tract Nos. 5520-2 and 5520-3
- Notice of completion for Fillmore Boys and Girls Club ceiling repair and door replacement projects
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The Fillmore City Council will consider adopting Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 24-02 to allow non-storefront medicinal cannabis retailers only in the Business Park (BP) zone and allow medicinal cannabis delivery, as required by state law. Other actions include hiring HDL Companies for sales tax auditing, approving a land transfer and easement with Fillmore Unified School District for sewer and recycled water relocation, extending the animal services contract with Ventura County, and reviewing the 2024 annual housing element progress report.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 24-02 allowing limited non-storefront medicinal cannabis retailers in Business Park zone and medicinal cannabis delivery
- Consideration of hiring HDL Companies for sales tax monitoring and auditing services
- Land transfer, easement agreement, and MOU with Fillmore Unified School District for sewer and recycled water relocation
- Approval of 2025-2026 service level request and one-year contract extension with Ventura County Animal Services
- Consideration of 2024 Annual Progress Report on the status of the City General Plan Housing Element
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed outdoor RV storage facility and zoning amendments to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The body will also review minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting.
- Development Permit 24-01, Conditional Use Permit 24-02, and lot merger for a 140 space outdoor RV storage business on the north side of 5th St. between A and B St.
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 24-02 and Zoning Change 24-01 to create Residential Medium High and a Housing Overlay Zone
- Implementation of 2021-2029 Housing Element Actions 3-1 and 3-2
- Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss zoning amendments for medicinal cannabis retailers and delivery. The body is also considering contracts for the 2025 fireworks show and the implementation of city housing element programs.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 24-02 and Ordinance No. 25-976 regarding nonstorefront medicinal cannabis retailers in the Business Park zone and delivery
- Contract with Pyro Spectaculares, Inc. for the 2025 Third of July community fireworks show
- Contract with Kimley-Horn to implement the city's housing element programs
- Ratification of a contract with General Pump Company, Inc. for emergency repairs to Well No. 7
- Acceptance of public improvements for Nova Storage addition at 455 A Street
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The council will hear a presentation on vandalism prevention, then consider consent calendar items including approval of the warrant register, an updated assistant city manager job description, and a resolution authorizing fire department overtime pay for state reimbursement. New business includes appointments to the Cultural Arts and Recreation Commission, an update on boron levels in Water Wells Seven and Eight, and the mid-year financial report with recommended budget adjustments for the current fiscal year. The meeting also includes a closed session.
- Fiscal Year 2024-25 mid-year financial report and budget adjustment recommendations
- Boron levels update for Water Wells Seven and Eight
- Resolution authorizing overtime and portal-to-portal pay for Fire Department to ensure state reimbursement
- Appointments to the Cultural Arts and Recreation Commission for 2025-2029
- Updated Assistant City Manager job description
City Council and Successor Agency Special Meeting
This special meeting is a goal-setting and communication workshop for the City Council, with a closed session scheduled for the performance evaluation of the City Manager. Public comment is limited to the workshop subject. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
- Goal setting and communication workshop
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold continued public hearings regarding zoning for medicinal cannabis and modifications to an RV facility. The body will also swear in new members and elect a chair and vice chair.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 24-02 and Ordinance No. 24-976 regarding non-storefront medicinal cannabis retailers in the BP zone and delivery
- Modification No. 4 to Development Permit 18-02, Conditional Use Permit 18-02, and Lot Merger 18-02 for an RV sales, service, and storage facility
- Oath of allegiance for new commissioners Ashley Conolly and Derek Fouarge
- Brown Act training presented by Assistant City Attorney Michael Huston
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss the appointment of a new City Manager and the formation of neighborhood councils. The body is also considering a contract for the Fillmore Fire House roof replacement project.
- Appointment of Erika Herrera as City Manager and approval of employment agreement
- Consideration of the formation of neighborhood councils
- Authorization for award of contract for Fillmore Fire House roof replacement project
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-978 regarding timing of public facilities development impact fees for residential development
- Proclamation proclaiming February as Black History Month
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss emergency contracts for Well #7 and the FY 2025-26 budget development guidelines. The body is also considering appointments to the Planning Commission and updates to residential development impact fee timing.
- Resolution No. 25-4045 to declare an emergency condition and authorize contracts for repairs for Well #7
- Ordinance No. 25-978 to revise timing of collection for residential public facilities development impact fees
- Award of contract for Fillmore Boys and Girls Club building ceiling repair project
- Grant and acceptance of rights-of-way at Trestle Way and State Route 126
- Appointment of two individuals to the Planning Commission for the 2025-2029 term
City Council and Successor Agency Regular Meeting
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss several public works projects, including bike path repairs and well design. The body will also consider contracts for data processing and fire department facility improvements.
- Proposal to design repairs to the Sespe Creek Bike Path
- Proposal to design Well No. 10 and reallocation of funds
- Contract award for Pavement Preservation Project (No. 23-03)
- Professional services agreement with BOA Architecture for Fire Department reserve staff dorms and restrooms
- Second contract amendment for InfoSend, Inc. for data processing, printing, and mailing services