Fillmore Community Action Plan

We are inviting community members that previously or currently live, work, volunteer or worship in the Fillmore / Western Addition to apply to the Fillmore Community Action Plan Steering Committee.

The Fillmore Community Action Plan Steering Committee will provide guidance on the outreach and engagement process and will serve a key role in shaping the cultural heritage healing framework that supports and informs the Community Action Plan. The group will be comprised of no more than 11 members and will be a blend of community leaders representing different demographics and topics in the Fillmore / Western Addition.

Steering Committee Member Duties

• Attend Steering Committee Meetings (January through August 2026).
• Arrive on time and stay for the full duration of each meeting.
• Review and provide recommendations on outreach approaches, culturally relevant engagement methods, workshop activities and communications to ensure the Community Action Plan reflects priorities of Fillmore / Western Addition communities.
• Conduct community touchpoints throughout the Fillmore Community Action Plan Process.
• Maintain Regular Communication with City Staff and Steering Committee Members.

Time commitment

4 to 6 hours per month between January 2026 and August 2026, including:

• Monthly steering committee meeting (2 hours)
• Review materials (1 to 2 hours)
• Outreach to community networks (1 to 2 hours)

Selection Criteria

The group will be selected for the steering committee based on the following criteria:

• Diversity in perspectives within the steering committee members or who the Steering Committee members work with or represent.
• Professional, volunteer and community experience, to ensure a group that includes knowledge, experience, and wisdom as well as energy, innovation, and new perspectives.
• Connection to a wide network of community members and organizations.
• Time Commitment to attend monthly meetings, share information, and engage with coalitions and partner organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate respectfully and constructively with diverse stakeholders to support collective, transparent, and accountable outcomes  
• Previously or currently live, work, volunteer or worship in the Fillmore / Western Addition 

This opportunity is a great fit for individuals who are:

• Well-organized, and follow through on commitments.
• Connected within their communities and comfortable sharing updates and information to the broader community.
• Able to consistently participate and commit throughout the full duration of the project.
• Responsive to email communication and have capacity to respond to quick-turnaround requests when needed.
• Able to collaborate with others, think creatively, and take initiative to find solutions.
• Advance advocacy efforts that strengthen the Fillmore/ Western Addition while safeguarding its historical culture and community identity.