Fillmore City Council approvals: contracts, park projects and maintenance plans (votes at a glance)

The Fillmore City Council took votes on several procurement, construction and compliance items during its Jan. 14 meeting. Below is a concise list of actions, outcomes and brief notes on next steps.

Infosend billing contract (Item 9A) - What council approved: A second contract amendment with Infosend Incorporated to extend data-processing, printing and mailing services for utility billing. Staff said the amendment increases the contract by $152,000 to a not-to-exceed amount of $292,000 and authorizes the interim city manager to execute the amendment. - Why it matters: Staff said outsourcing bill production and mailing saves about $18,000 per year in supplies and staff time and supports a new customer portal (AquaHawk) that may reduce print billing over time. - Outcome: Approved by the council.

Sespe Creek bike path design (Item 9B) - What council approved: Authorization to proceed with design work for repairs to the Sespe Creek bike path and appropriation of funds to pay for design services. - Why it matters: Flooding in February 2024 undermined a concrete section of the path and removed fencing; the proposed design will explore footing deepening and bank-hardening options and coordinate with Ventura County watershed authorities. - Outcome: Approved by the council; staff said design will take 10–12…