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December 12, 2014 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager AT/cb
Subject: General Information
Notable Items:
Prior to the end of 2014, 30 probationary police officers are scheduled to
be released from the field training program to begin operating as solo
officers in the field. In January 2015, an additional five lateral officers are
scheduled to complete their field training as well. The increase in police
presence will assist in preventative patrol and reduce response times to
high priority calls.
Congratulations Councilmembers for a job well done at Wednesday’s
night Installation Ceremony. Staff is looking forward to working with the
newly elected and re-elected Councilmember(s) over the next four years.
See attached pictures.
Mayor Harvey Hall, Ward 2 Councilmember Terry Maxwell and Ward 4
Councilmember Bob Smith took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony this
week for the recently completed Residences at Old Town Kern. The 50-
unit complex, located at 1006 Baker Street, is part of the Baker Street
redevelopment effort, providing new rental opportunities for low income
residents of the City. The complex includes one, two and three bedroom
apartments, as well as an on-site community center, children’s
playground and covered parking. The historic Cornet building, which sits
on a portion of the project site, was reused and integrated into the design
of one of the new apartment buildings. The City contributed the land,
along with HOME and NSP funds for the project. This is the second new
housing project in the vicinity; the previously-completed 37-unit Baker
Street Village apartments sit directly across the street. Please see the
enclosed pictures.
General Information
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The Kern Delta Water District has recently shut down the Kern Island canal
for annual maintenance. The shutdown is estimated to last three weeks.
This means that the canal through Mill Creek may be dry until early
January.
The Water Resources and Parks and Recreation Departments will take
advantage of this shutdown to accomplish repairs and maintenance on
the weirs as well as cleaning. The large scale sediment removal project
that was accomplished last year is not required this year.
A new Bakersfield postcard has debuted, courtesy of the Bakersfield
Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). The new postcard features a
dramatic shot of the iconic Bakersfield arch, taken by local photographer
Gilbert Vega.
The new Bakersfield postcard is available free at the Bakersfield
Convention and Visitors Bureau, 515 Truxtun Avenue, in front of the
downtown Amtrak station.
Public Works staff began pouring the colored concrete and stamping it to
match the brick this week at the Plaza. Once the weather improves, they
will finish pouring and stamping the concrete along N Street and also in
front of the Arena. As discussed in a recent Council meeting, the
engraved bricks will be relocated to the area behind the stage at the
Plaza. Bricks that are found to be damaged will be replaced. See
attached pictures.
The Recreation and Parks Department is seeking presents for boys and
girls, ages 6 to 15 for its Santa’s Winter Wonderland event on Friday,
December 19th. Children will get to sit on Santa’s lap and receive a free
present. There will also be games and arts and crafts for the entire family
to enjoy. If you would like to participate, please see the attached flyer for
additional information.
Ticket sales for a variety of shows and events have been doing well at the
Rabobank Arena. The Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull show is near capacity
and we hope to see the same with some other popular attractions such
as Fleetwood Mac. Please see the Event Calendar for additional
information.
Tickets can be purchased in-person at the Rabobank Arena Box Office,
on-line at Ticketmaster.com, via phone at 800-745-3000, or at any
Ticketmaster outlet. We expect the show to be well attended.
General Information
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Traffic Advisory
The contractor for the State Route 178/Morning Drive Interchange Project
plans to begin the widening of Morning Drive in mid- to late-January. This
work will require closing Morning Drive, between Auburn Street and
Morningstar Avenue, for approximately six weeks. Next week, TRIP will send
notices to the residents in the adjacent development, churches and the
elementary school to inform them of the impending closure. Signage will
also be posted in the area in advance of the closure. Morning Drive,
between Panorama Drive and Morningstar Avenue, will remain open to
provide access to the Morningstar development.
Hosking Avenue to Close at State Route 99 in January
Hosking Avenue, between H Street and Silver Dollar Way, will close on
January 6th so the contractor for the State Route 99/Hosking Avenue
Interchange can begin preparing the existing bridge over State Route 99
for removal. Bridge demolition is expected to follow in mid-January.
This section of Hosking Avenue will remain closed until late 2015 to allow
for construction of the new interchange. During this closure, motorists will
need to use State Route 119 (Taft Highway) or Panama Lane to cross the freeway.
Motorists are reminded to drive with caution and pay attention to
construction signs and personnel while traveling in this area.
Council Referrals:
Attached is a response to the following Council referral:
• Councilmember Maxwell
o Notification of Overgrown Trees
o 24th Street Design Reports
For your information, the following reports are attached:
• Streets Division work schedule for the week of December 15th
• Parks and Recreation November Monthly Report
General Information
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Event Notifications:
Attached is the Event Calendar for Rabobank Arena Theater and
Convention Center.
Rabobank Theater Rabobank Arena
The Nutcracker
December 12th and 13th
Tickets: $20-$30
Disney Live: Pirate and Princess
January 9th @ 3:30 $ 6:30 pm
Tickets: $18-$55
Harmonies Girls’ Choir January 11th So You Think You Can Dance
January 22nd @ 8:00 pm
Tickets: $37-$63 7 Brides for 7 Brothers
January 26th @ 7:30 pm
Tickets: $32-$52
Shen Yun February 26th and 27th @ 7:30 pm
Tickets: $50-$120
Monster X Tour
January 23rd and 24th @ 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10-$40
Harlem Globetrotters
February 10th @ 7:00 pm
Tickets: $21-$88
Enrique Iglesias/Pitbull February 12th @ 7:30 pm Tickets: $27-$127
Super Love Jam
February 14th @ 7:30 pm Tickets: $28-$49
Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai
April 1st – 5th @ Times Vary
Tickets: $25-$100 Fleetwood Mac
April 6th @ 7:30 pm
Tickets: $47-$177
Marvel Universe Live May 7th – 10th
Tickets: $40-$150
Condors vs Ontario December 11th @ 7:00 pm
vs Utah December 13th @ 7:00 pm
vs Utah December 14th @ 5:30 pm
Tickets: $12-$35
AT:CH:cb cc: Department Heads Roberta Gafford, City Clerk
Installation Ceremony
Grand Opening Residences at Old Town Kern
Plaza Stamped Concrete
Donate a Gift
for the
MLK Center!
We are seeking presents for
boys and girls ages 6 to 15.
The Recreation & Parks Department is holding a Santa’s
Winter Wonderland event on Friday, December 19.
Children will get to sit on Santa’s lap and receive a free
present, as well as play games and create
ornaments and other arts and crafts.
Please place unwrapped presents in the barrel
located in the lobby of the following locations
by Thursday, December 18:
City Hall North, Community Development, Fire Station 1,
Police Dept., Streets, Solid Waste, and Water
Thanks for donating to make
a child’s holiday special!
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Nick Fidler, Public Works Director
DATE: December 10, 2014
SUBJECT: Notification of Overgrown Trees
Referral No. 545
Councilmember Maxwell provided staff with the address of the residence where an
overgrown tree is complicating residential refuse pickup. Solid Waste and Parks staff
reviewed the location. The attached pictures show that the tree spans the entire
frontage of the property and overhangs the street by approximately 10 feet. The
tree canopy is so low that the refuse trucks cannot get close enough to the curb to
service the refuse carts when placed on the sidewalk area or in the gutter of the
roadway. As a result, the property owner is placing their carts in front of their
neighbor’s property for refuse pick-up.
Staff notified the property owner that the overgrown tree is preventing safe service
of residential carts. Staff also provided the property owner with the attached
Recreation and Parks Department flyer that notifies homeowners of their
responsibility to maintain their trees and keep the right-of-way clear. Staff will follow
up with the property owner to address the overhead tree canopy so that refuse
trucks can service the property without inconveniencing neighbors.
Councilmember Maxwell requested that the Public Works Department/
Solid Waste Division staff provide notice to homeowners who may have
overgrown trees that complicate refuse pickup.
For further information please contact our
office at (661)326-FUNN (3866)
1600 Truxtun Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Telephone: (661)326-FUNN (3866)
The Care and
Responsibility of Trees
Bakersfield Municipal Code 12.40.090 Duty of
private owners—Removal of hazardous trees-
Charging costs of work done by city.
A. It shall be the duty of every person, firm or
corporation having charge or control of any lot or
premises, either as owner, agent, lessee, tenant or
otherwise, to trim or cause to be trimmed, or remove or
cause to be removed, all trees shrubs or plants or any part
or parts there of, which may constitute a hazard or an
impediment of the progress or vision of anyone traveling
on any street or public place.
B. Whenever it comes to the attention of the
director that any tree, shrub or plant growing or standing
on any private property constitutes a hazard or an
impediment to the progress or vision of anyone traveling
on any street or public place, he shall give notice of such
hazard or impediment to the owner or occupant of said
premises together with a request to remove or correct such
condition. Such notice and request may be given either by
personal service or by mail, to the owner or occupant or
other person in charge or control of said premises, or by
posting notice upon said property and mailing a copy
thereof to the owner or occupant. The owner or occupant
of said premises shall, within ten days after the service or
posting and mailing of said notice, remove or cause to be
removed, such hazardous or impeditive condition.
C. Should any person, firm or corporation fail,
neglect or refuse to conform with the provisions of this
chapter, the director shall have the power to carry out such
provisions and the cost thereof shall be charged to and
become a valid claim against such person, firm or
corporation, recoverable in any court of competent
jurisdiction. (Ord. 4122 § 1 (part), 2003: prior code §
12.36.100)
The Department of Recreation and Parks enhances
the quality of life through a variety of programs,
parks, and partnerships
Q: When is the best time to plant trees?
A: The best time to plant trees and shrubs is in the late
fall or early spring. Weather conditions during this time
are optimum to establish roots before spring rain and
summer heat.
Q: How do I care for a young tree?
A: Proper pruning is essential in developing a tree with a
strong structure and desirable form. Trees receiving the
appropriate pruning measures while young will require
little corrective pruning when they mature. Contact a
certified arborist for your specific tree.
Q: How do I prune my mature tree?
A: Pruning should be done with an understanding of
how the tree responds to each cut. We recommend
hiring a certified arborist to determine what is needed for
your tree.
Q: Is there somewhere I can learn more about how to
care for my trees?
A: Yes. The Tree Foundation of Kern offers
information at www.urbanforest.com. Another general
website recommended is www.treesaregood.org. These
comprehensive websites offer tips on planting, picking
an arborist, and additional information on selecting
which trees grow best in Kern County.
Chester Avenue streetscape
The City of Bakersfield’s Recreation and Parks
Department is providing this brochure to: 1) advise
property owners of the responsibility they have for
trees adjacent to public roads; and 2) to provide
information regarding the planting, trimming and
removal of these trees which may be done by the City.
Tree encroaching
on a street light pole
Healthy blooming tree
Tree crew trimming a streetscape tree.
Improperly trimmed
tree causing disease.
City crew working on a streetscape
Pine trees in a
streetscape
Trees, including trees adjacent to public roads, are
an important asset to the entire community. The
City’s role in maintenance of these trees is to provide
for the safe use of the public City roads.
Periodically, property owners approach the City
with requests about trimming or removing “street
trees”. These requests are based upon the assumption
the City owns, and is responsible for the care of, the
trees alongside the public roads. Although trees may
be located in a right-of-way which was dedicated as
part of the development, the land on which the right-
of-way exists remains private property.
The City is responsible for trees and other
landscaping located in parks, on medians, and in
“streetscapes”.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is an “easement” or “road right-of-way”?
A: An easement is the right to use property which
belongs to someone else. A road right-of-way is a
specific type of easement. The City maintains roads
within these easements. However, the City does not
become the owner of the land on which the road is built,
or any land adjacent to the road, unless it has officially
acquired the property.
Q: Who owns the trees
along the road?
A: Street trees belong to
the actual or adjacent
property owner, even if
they are located within a
dedicated road “right-of-
way”.
Q: What are my responsibilities for the trees in front of
my property?
A: As a property owner, you are responsible for ensuring the
safety of the street trees on property adjacent to the roadway
in the same way you are responsible for trees which are
located in your front, side or backyard areas.
Q: What tree maintenance does the City do?
A: The City determines
whether plant material
alongside City roadways
impairs the use of the
road, or pedestrian traffic.
If so, the City will remove
the plant material. A tree
might be trimmed for
height clearance, line of
sight, or safety reasons.
Q: My property backs to a street. Can I plant trees
and shrubs beyond my fence?
A: No. These areas are planted and maintained by the
City. All plants in those areas belong to the City and
are part of a landscaping plan for the area. Planting of
any private landscaping materials, or removal or
trimming of any City owned landscaping material, is
forbidden by Bakersfield Municipal Codes 12.40.060
and 12.40.070.
Q: I am getting pine needles and leaves in my pool
from a tree planted along the street. Can I cut it
down?
A: No. Many trees shed needles or leaves which may
cause problems with pools and spas. Bakersfield
Municipal code 12.40.070 forbids the removal or
harming of any tree by a private citizen. If the tree is
diseased or damaged, the City of Bakersfield Recreation
and Parks Department will determine if the tree can be
saved or needs to be removed. If removed, replacements
will match the area landscaping plan.
Q: Do utility companies have some responsibility for
trimming trees?
A: Yes. To meet safety requirements utility companies
will trim trees and foliage to keep the area between
wires clear. Contact PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 if you
believe a tree in your neighborhood poses a danger.
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Nick Fidler, Public Works Director
DATE: December 12, 2014
SUBJECT: 24th Street Design
Referral No. 542
The City’s designer, TYLin International, submitted 30% complete plans to the City for review
in October. The City and Caltrans are currently reviewing these plans to ensure that they
meet project goals and conform to standards.
Parsons Transportation Group (Parsons) is reviewing the 30% complete plans for areas
available for landscape and locations of sound walls. Parsons will develop options for both
landscape and sound wall themes that will be presented to the residents for their
consideration. Staff anticipates scheduling a community meeting in January 2015 for the
residents to review the proposed street design and make comments and recommendations
for the sound walls and landscape options. Staff will notify the residents once the date and location of the community meeting has been determined.
Councilmember Maxwell requested that TRIP design staff meet with the
residents on 24th Street to explain what the design will look like, and get
their feedback.
Week of December 15_2014_Work Schedule
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STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE
Week of Dec. 15, 2014 – Dec. 19, 2014
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Reconstruct McKee Rd on the west side of Freeway 99 Miscellaneous Streets Division projects:
Video inspection of City owned Sewer & Storm lines to evaluate condition of pipes
Repairing damaged sewer line found during video inspection
Miscellaneous concrete repairs throughout the city
Dirt work at Sports Village Concrete work on various streets in the area south of E. California Ave and east of Union Ave, south
of Wilson and east of So “H”, south of California and east of Oleander, south Flower and east of
Beale ( all HUD funded areas)
Miscellaneous work at PD property room
Leaf collection started on 10/15/14 and runs thru 1/31/15
Working on Brick repairs at Centennial Plaza
NOTE: If raining, there will be no street sweeping service and all street cleaning personnel will be assigned to cleaning plugged drains and part circle culverts. This also applies when a large number of
street sweeper are in Fleet for repairs. Areas that have been missed during this time will be swept at the
end of the month.
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Week of December 15_2014_Work Schedule
Page 2 of 2 STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, December 15, 2014
City areas between 99 Hwy. & Stine Rd. – Panama Ln. & Taft Hwy.
Tuesday, December 16, 2014 Between Panama Lane & Woodmere Dr. – Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd.
Between District Blvd. & Panama Ln. -- Gosford Rd. & Ashe Rd.
Between Akers Rd. & Phyllis St. – Harris Rd. & Panama Ln.
City areas between Akers Rd. & Stine Rd. – Harris Rd. & Panama Ln.
Cul-De-Sacs on the north side of Angela Wy., between Manely Ct. & Cris Ct. Between Oswell Park Dr. & Brundage Ln. – Oswell St. & Leeta St.
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
City areas between Workman St. & Sterling Rd. – 58 Hwy. & Baja Dr. Between Morning Dr. & Park Dr. – College Ave. & Willis Ave.
Between Buena Vista Rd. & Old River Rd. – White Ln. & Panama Ln.
Between Old River Rd. & Gosford Rd. – White Ln. & Pacheco Rd.
Thursday, December 18, 2014
City areas between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. – Ashe Rd. & Gosford Rd.
Between El Portal/Laurelglen Blvd. & Ashe Rd. – Ming Ave. & So. Halfmoon/Olympia Dr.
Between Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd. – Ming Ave. & So. Halfmoon/Edgemount Dr.
Between Coffee Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.) – White Ln. & So. Halfmoon/Olympia Dr. Friday, December 19, 2014
Between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. – Allen Rd. & Old River Rd.
Between Old River Rd. & Coffee Rd. – Ming Ave. & Ridge Oak/Westwold Dr. Between Ridge Oak/Westwold Dr. & White Ln. – Old River Rd., east to the PG&E easement.
Between White Ln. & Asperata Dr. – Gosford Rd,, west to the PG&E easement.
Between White Ln. & Cederwood Dr. – Stine Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.)
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: December 11, 2014 To: Alan Tandy, City Manager From: Dianne Hoover, Director of Recreation & Parks
Subject: November 2014 Monthly Report
Total monthly attendance for all programs, reservations and volunteers combined for
the month of November totaled 46,388 as compared to last year’s total of 38,021.
ADMINISTRATION
Wall Repairs:
• Current Wall Repair List Summary:
o S/W corner of Calloway & Marby Grange
o Wilson Rd & Sage Dr.
o N/E corner of Ashe Rd. & Rio De Janeiro
o 9500 Block of Harris Rd & Fiji Dr.
o N/W corner of Hosking and Granite Point
o N/W corner of Ming & Ashe Rd.
o S/E corner of 21st & Eye St. (block planter)
o 5500 Block of Gosford Rd. (canal wall), North of Harris Rd.
o 4000 Block of Panama Ln. (south wall); east of Akers Rd.
• New Walls Pending Repair:
o 2000 Block of Ashe Rd.
o 6300 Block of Harris Rd. & Caracas Ave.
o Olive Dr & Woodland Hills Dr
Aquatic Maintenance:
• City staff met Aquatic Design Group representative on 11/20/14 to review existing conditions and provide information for desired work to prepare a full
design, specs, bid, and construction services for the rehabilitation of the
McMurtrey waterslide project.
Department of Recreation and Parks November 2014 Monthly Report
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• The plaster work for the small activity pool at Silver Creek was completed on 11/10/14. /3/14.
• Scheduled maintenance work at Jefferson & MLK pools were completed on 11/21/14.
• Maintenance shutdown of the McMurtrey Aquatic Facility scheduled to begin 12/1/14 through 12/14/14. Special Event Reservations:
• November 1:
o TPRW, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Walk /Run – 500 Guests
• November 2:
o Kern River Parkway Trail, National Kidney Foundation Walk /Run – 300
Guests
• November 13:
o TPRW, Kern High School District Cross Country – 500 Guests
• November 15:
o TPRW, Legacy Family Services Walk /Run – 200 Guests
o Yokuts Park, BHS Choir Walk Run – 100 Guests
• November 16:
o TPRW, Children’s Miracle Network Walk /Run – 500 Guests
o Yokuts Park, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk/Run – 300
Guests
• November 21:
o TPRW, California Resources Corporation United Walk BBQ – 300 Guests
• November 22:
o TPRW, Allstate Insurance Corporate Appreciation – 500 Guests
o Yokuts Park, Bakersfield Homeless Shelter Turkey Trot – 500 Guests
• November 27:
o Central Park, Bakersfield Burrito Project Community Outreach – 500 Guests
• Total Attendance: 17,535 Reservations/Special Events
Department of Recreation and Parks November 2014 Monthly Report
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RECREATION Total Attendance: 28,853 Aquatics
• Overall Aquatic Attendance:
o Total attendance for Aquatics was 2,108 which was a slight increase of approximately 1.1% when compared to November 2013 of 2,086. This was
due to Bakersfield Swim Academy Swim Team which practiced twice a
week at McMurtrey; the only pool open in November.
• McMurtrey Aquatic Center:
o McMurtrey was the only pool open this month so total attendance was
2,108. This month staff submitted a 2015 Operation Splash grant
proposal to Kaiser Permanente. The Department was awarded this
$35,000 grant last year and successfully achieved all its target
objectives. If awarded for 2015, this grant would be $31,500 and
provide hundreds of the underserved children throughout Bakersfield
the opportunity to learn to swim and to practice their swimming skills
during open swim. It would also provide water safety and healthy
beverage education.
o The 100 Mile Lap Swim Club is currently made up of 397 active
members that swam 13,626.30 miles this month. The club has
swum a combined total of 140,640 miles.
o The Make A Splash Program held 2 Parent CPR/AED and First Aid
classes this month. One was on November 15th with 15 participants getting certified and the other was on November 22nd at Multilevel
Applications and Positive Support Services (MAPSS) where 17 participants received their certification. The Department was also
awarded the 2015– 2020 First 5 Kern Grant for the Make A Splash
Program. These funds will continue to provide swim lessons to children
5 and under, CPR/AED/First Aid classes and water safety education.
This important program is dedicated to increasing awareness of water
safety issues and helps educate families in order to reduce drowning
incidents.
• Donation Total: $0
Department of Recreation and Parks November 2014 Monthly Report
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Athletics
• Total Attendance:
o Adult, Youth, Fitness and Adaptive Programs total attendance for the month of November was 21,825 as compared to last year’s total of 19,350.
The 12.8% increase in attendance was attributed to the following:
o The growth of the League of Dreams and softball tournament
attendance.
• Athletic Programming:
o Adult Softball:
o The Fall Softball League continued through the month of
November.
o Monday night leagues wrapped up on Monday, November 24th.
• Softball Tournaments:
o Mesa Marin hosted an ASA Tournament on November 15th & 16th.
Thirty-Five (35) teams participated in the tournament.
• 18 Men’s Teams on November 15th
• 17 Coed Teams on November 16th
• Adaptive Programming:
o Adult Adaptive Co-Rec Softball League:
o This seven week Adaptive Softball League for adults with disabilities
started on Thursday, October 9th. The League completed games
on Thursday, November 20th.
o Seven teams participated in the Fall League with games held at
both Beach and Wayside. Clients from each of the programs
came out to cheer and celebrate with their team.
o Kern Trophy donated 7 trophies (one for each team) at a value of
$245.
• Donation Total: $665.00
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance for the month was 2,902, which reflects a 15% increase from 2012 figures of 2,510.
• Southeast Neighborhood Partnership:
o The MLK Center held a partnership meeting at the Mill House on
November 20th.
o The Bakersfield Police Department spoke to the group about how to be
safe during the Holidays.
o Several gifts were raffled off.
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• Santa’s Winter Wonderland:
o The MLK center will be hosting Santa’s Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 19th, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
o The Goodlow room is currently being decorated as a Winter Wonderland where Santa will give gifts to the participants.
o We will be setting up additional rooms for crafts and have games in the basketball gym.
• Kwanzaa:
o The Kwanzaa program will be held Tuesday, December 30th from 1:00 pm
to 5:00 pm at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.
o Activities will include African art, performances by the Oblinyanko Drum &
Dance Ensemble, African folktales and vendors with cultural merchandise.
• Donation Total: $540 Silver Creek Community Center
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 1,022 as compared to last year of 1,250.
o After School Program attendance has dropped from prior year due to
competition from other provider.
o There was one rental for the month of November.
• After School Fun – Attendance:
Weekly Average: 25 Monthly: 375
• Total Revenue: $3,834 Saunders Recreational Facility
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 996 as compared to last year of 575.
o There was one rental for the month of November.
• Hockey Program: 32 Registered Participants / Total Attendance: 128
• Soccer Program: 16 Registered Teams / Total Attendance: 600
• Basketball Program: 42 Registered Participants / Total Attendance: 168
• Total Revenue: $400
Department of Recreation and Parks November 2014 Monthly Report
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PARKS Special Projects Cement Repair
• Annual cement contractor poured cement at various locations on 11/18/14 due to irrigation repairs made under concrete. Locations include City Hall
South east side of parking lot. Community House at Central Park disabled
ramp at entrance and Truxtun Avenue median curb west of N. Street. Completion of Magnation Testing
• Frank Hinojosa and Darin Budak met with Jerry Todd with C-F Technologies
on 11/6/14 to discuss results of the soil analysis (no difference in treated and
non-treated areas) and that the City would not be using the magnation
unit. Greenwaste Project
• On October 23, 2014 staff trimmed a pre-determined area of equal lengths
and comparing methods of disposal of clippings using a grappling truck
versus a front loader and a roll off bin. Front loader proved to be more
efficient. Future use of loader and roll off bin has been positive. Sports Village
• Removed and replaced fence cables. Craftworker Division Centennial Park
• Restroom buildings were painted. Police Pistol Range
• Frank Hinojosa and Mike Reynoso met with engineers from Public Works and
Mark Lundy to go over the plan for the Pistol Range expansion. Tree Division
• The annual tree contractor, Stay Green has completed trimming in Jastro Park.
o The remaining funds in the annual tree trimming contract will be used
to help the Streets Department remove trees that are an issue for
sidewalk replacement.
o Tree Staff trimmed the palm trees on the North/West corner of
Chester and Truxtun, as requested by the Police Department. The
cameras on that particular corner were blocked by the trees.
• Tree staff removed one Redwood tree on the center island at Ming
Avenue across from Valley Plaza Mall. The tree was an issue for the
sewer line improvements in the areas requested by Developmental
Services.
Department of Recreation and Parks November 2014 Monthly Report
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• Trimming: Trees Trimmed: 120 Clearance: 167 Removals: 17
• Service Tickets: Received: 47 Completed: 69 UPCOMING/ONGOING EVENTS:
• Winter Camp Fun begins December 22nd – Please go to www.bakersfieldparks.us
for more information
• Kwanzaa – Tuesday, December 30th 1-5pm at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Community Center, all ages – FREE!
• Polar Bear Plunge – January 1st at McMurtrey Aquatic Center
BOX OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5 PM
Closed Saturday & Sunday
(Excluding Event Days)
TICKETMASTER LOCATIONS
Walmart - 2601 Fashion Place
Walmart - 6225 Colony Street
Walmart - 8400 Rosedale Hwy
CHARGE-BY-PHONE
1-800-745-3000
GROUP SALES INFORMATION
661-852-7309
SEASON TICKET INFORMATION
Bakersfield Condors
661-324-PUCK (7825)
www.bakersfieldcondors.com
Bakersfield Symphony
661-323-7928
www.BSOnow.org
Bakersfield Community
Concert Association
661-589-2478
661-663-9006
www.bakersfieldcca.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
December 11 – Condors vs Ontario 7:00 PM
$35, $24, $19, $16, $12 On Sale Now
December 13 – Condors vs Utah 7:00 PM
$35, $24, $19, $16, $12 On Sale Now
December 14 – Condors vs Utah 5:30 PM
$35, $24, $19, $16, $12 On Sale Now
January 23 & 24 – Monster X Tour 7:00 PM
$40, $20, $17, $15, $10 On Sale Now
February 10 – Harlem Globetrotters 7:00 PM
$88, $53, $36, $28, $21 On Sale Now
February 12 – Enrique Iglesias/Pitbull 7:30 PM
$127.50, $77.50, $47.50, $27.50 On Sale Now
February 14 – Super Love Jam 7:30 PM
$49.50, $38.50, $33.50, $28.50 On Sale 12/12
April 1-3 – Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai 7:30 PM
$95, $70, $55, $35 (Kids: $45, $25)On Sale 12/13
April 4 – Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai 4:30/7:30 PM
$100, $75, $60, $40 (Kids: $50, $30)On Sale 12/13
April 5 – Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai 1:30/5:30 PM
$95, $70, $55, $35 (Kids: $45, $25)On Sale 12/13
April 6 – Fleetwood Mac 7:30 PM
$177.50, $127.50, $77.50, $47.50 On Sale 12/15
May 7-10 – Marvel Universe Live!
$150, $100, $50, $40 On Sale Now
December 12-13 – The Nutcracker
$35, $30, $25, $20 On Sale Now
January 9 – Disney Live:Pirate & Princess 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM
$55, $32, $23, $18 On Sale Now
January 11 – Harmonies Girls Choir 3:00 PM
BCCA Show
January 22 – So You Think You Can Dance 8:00 PM
$63, $47, $37 On Sale Now
January 26 – 7 Brides For 7 Brothers 7:30 PM
$52, $42, $32 On Sale Now
February 26-27 – Shen Yun 7:30 PM
$120, $110, $100, $80, $70, $60, $50 On Sale Now
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