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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
August 7, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager
Subject: General Information
Good News
We are excited to announce that final work is underway on the State Route
178/Morning Drive Interchange Project and the project will fully open to traffic on
August 18th, following a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for 9:30 a.m. atop the
new Morning Drive Bridge.
A groundbreaking ceremony for another State Route 178 Widening Project will also be
held on August 18th in conjunction with the State Route 178/Morning Drive event. We
look forward to seeing you there. Attached is a flyer for additional information.
Attached you will find the monthly TRIP Status Report for the month of August. The
report gives a summary of each TRIP project in construction, in design, and under
review. Completion percentages and pictures of projects are also included.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority will be holding a Community Open House
Meeting to discuss the Bakersfield F Street Station Alignment (BFSSA) on Tuesday,
August 25th at the Marriott beginning at 4:00 p.m.
As a result of a settlement agreement between the City and California High-Speed
Rail Authority, this locally-generated alternative has been developed in cooperation
with the City and will be studied along with the approved Bakersfield Hybrid
Alternative in a supplemental environmental document. The Authority has been
working with the cities of Bakersfield and Shafter, as well as local residents,
stakeholders and regulatory agencies to refine an alignment that includes a station at
the intersection of F Street and Golden State Avenue. Please see the attachment for
more details.
The Bakersfield Police Department in partnership with TerrioFit is holding a week long
Police Junior Academy. Twenty five youth will be introduced to proper physical fitness
routines, defensive tactics and will interact and be educated by BPD’s Crime Scene
Unit, Training Division, Special Enforcement and Community Relation Divisions. They will
also receive special presentations from SWAT, the Bomb Squad and our K-9 teams. We
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are looking forward to spending a week with our future law enforcement leaders!
Attached is a flyer with further details.
City pools were in high use this summer. Staff saw an increase in pool usage at all
locations. Jefferson and Martin Luther King pools will close for the season today,
August 7th after the general swim is completed at 5:00 p.m. Silver Creek and
McMurtrey pools will continue to offer open swim through Friday, August 14th.
McMurtrey will remain open for general swim, 1:00 -5:00 p.m. weekends through Labor
Day.
TRIP
Nighttime Lane and Ramp Closures on State Routes 58 and 99
The contractor for the Beltway Operational Improvements Project will be working in
various locations along State Routes 58 and 99 next week, which will require the
following nighttime lane and ramp closures. These closures are expected to be in
effect from Sunday, August 9th through Thursday, August 13th, between the hours of 9
p.m. and 5 a.m. All lanes and ramps are expected to re-open in time for the morning
commute.
• Motorists should anticipate closures of the two outside lanes on southbound
State Route 99 between State Route 58 and Wilson Road.
• Motorists traveling on northbound State Route 99 should expect the Ming
Avenue off-ramp to be closed in addition to the outside northbound lane in this
area. Intermittent nighttime closures can also be expected for the Ming Avenue
to southbound State Route 99 off-ramp and for the Ming Avenue to northbound
State Route 99 on-ramp.
• On State Route 58, intermittent off-ramp closures are expected to occur at the
Chester Avenue, Union Avenue, and Cottonwood Road interchanges.
Construction crews will also be working during daytime hours along State Route 99,
between State Route 58 and Wilson Road, and along State Route 58, between State
Route 99 and Hughes Lane. Daytime work will take place behind the recently-placed
temporary concrete barriers and is not expected to affect traffic. However, motorists are advised to stay alert to changing conditions and watch for construction workers
and equipment while driving through the construction zone.
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Council Referrals
Attached is a response to the following Council referral:
• Councilmember Parlier
o Outreach By Crime Convention Staff
Report
For your reference, the following reports are attached:
Streets Division work schedule for the week of August 10th; and
Recreation and Parks Monthly Report for July Event Notifications
Event Calendar for Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center
AT:CH:cb:al cc: Department Heads Roberta Gafford, City Clerk
TRIP projects are moving rapidly through the various stages of project development. This
report is to provide a periodic up-to-date snapshot of each project’s recent major
activities and progress. If you have questions, or need additional information, please
contact Janet Wheeler at the TRIP office, (661) 326-3491.
MILESTONES
Let’s Celebrate! Final work is underway on the State Route 178/Morning Drive Interchange Project and the
project will fully open to traffic on August 18th, following a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for 9:30 a.m. atop
the new Morning Drive Bridge. To reach the event site, please exit the freeway at Fairfax Road, head east on
Auburn Street to Morning Drive and follow signs to the parking area.
As one project ends on State Route 178, another begins. A groundbreaking ceremony for the State Route 178
Widening Project will also be held on August 18th in conjunction with the State Route 178/Morning Drive event.
(Utility companies have been relocating lines in the area for several weeks and roadway widening activities are
expected to begin in early fall).
More Good News – The City has received the Authorization to Proceed for the State Route 99 Auxiliary
Lane/Rosedale Highway Off-ramp Improvements and the project will be advertised for construction on August
10th. It is anticipated that the contract will go before City Council for approval on October 14th. The $7.5 million
project is funded through the State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP). Construction is
expected to begin late this year.
Workers have completed the temporary falsework for the new Hosking Avenue Bridge and are in the process of
setting reinforcing iron for the stems and soffit (girders and bottom of the bridge). A concrete pour has been
scheduled for mid-August. The pour will begin in the early hours of the day and take about 10 hours to
complete. The work is not expected to affect traffic on State Route 99.
The environmental process for the Centennial Corridor Project has taken another big step forward. The final
Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement has been sent to Caltrans Headquarters and
Legal for review. The document is expected to be completed and released this fall.
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
State Route 178/Morning Drive Interchange
Contractor: Granite Construction
98% complete; anticipated substantial completion: August 2015
The new interchange project is nearly complete and will be opened following a ribbon cutting ceremony on
Tuesday, August 18th. The ceremony begins at 9:30 and the public is invited to attend.
During the month of July, the contractor worked on the new extension of Morning Drive south of State Route
178, completed the drainage system, placed overhead signs, and installed landscape elements.
Prior to opening, crews will be busy grinding the bridge deck and approaches, completing joint seals and
striping, installing roadside signs and right-of-way fencing and completing other miscellaneous activities.
Crews will be in the area for a few weeks after opening to complete detailed work outside the travel lanes.
August 2015
TRIP Status Report
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TRIP Status Report
August 2015
State Route 99/Hosking Avenue Interchange
Contractor: Granite Construction
41% complete; anticipated completion: early 2016
The job site was a flurry of activity last month as crews worked on the new bridge structure, the drainage
system and electrical conduit, and continued earthwork operations. The re-construction of Hosking Avenue,
within the project limits, was also underway. Crews started placing curb, gutter and Class II aggregate base for
the widened street. This work will continue into August.
The project will mark another milestone in mid-August when the contractor places concrete for the stems
and soffit (girders and bottom of the bridge). Falsework has been completed and crews are setting reinforcing
iron in preparation for the stems and soffit pour. The upcoming pour will require 1,500 cubic yards of concrete
(more than 150 truckloads). The operation will begin in the early hours of the morning and take about 10 hours
to complete. Concrete will be placed for the bridge deck this fall.
No impacts to traffic are anticipated during the concrete pours.
Beltway Operational Improvements
Contractor: Security Paving Company
3% complete; anticipated completion: summer 2017
This project includes various improvements along State Route 58, from east of State Route 99 to Cottonwood
Road, and on State Route 99 from Wilson Road to north of Ming Avenue.
The contractor has placed temporary concrete barrier rail at various locations throughout the project area
and has re-striped a section of State Route 99 to keep all lanes open during the majority of construction.
Clearing and excavation operations are underway along State Route 99. This work is being performed during
nighttime hours since freeway lane closures are needed to safely perform this work.
Motorists driving through this area will see increased construction activity as the contractor steps up work on
the roadway and drainage systems within the State Route 58 median, begins construction of retaining walls
along State Route 99, works on the Ming Avenue storm water pump plant, and continues roadway excavation
activities.
Motorists driving through this construction zone should anticipate potential construction work during
daytime and nighttime hours on both State Route 58 and State Route 99.
Rosedale Highway Widening
Contractor: Teichert Construction
18% complete; anticipated completion: fall 2016
In late July, a full, around-the-clock weekend closure of Rosedale Highway was in effect near Landco Drive.
The closure was needed to allow the railroad to replace track panels to accommodate the widening project. The
contractor took advantage of the road closure to relocate an 18-inch storm drain across Rosedale Highway.
The contractor continued the removal of median islands along Rosedale Highway last month and began
installing aggregate base for widening the roadway in the westbound direction. Other work included the
installation of a 16” water line and the relocation of various water hydrants, water meters, and water service
connections. Crews were also working on the storm drain system, installing curb and gutter, modifying signals,
relocating private property monument signs and installing temporary striping. The contractor plans to continue
these activities through the month of August as construction progresses to the west.
The majority of work is conducted during nighttime hours to maintain traffic flow during the day.
The City has possession of all of the right-of-way necessary to construct the project; 97 ownerships have been
acquired, and two ownerships are in the condemnation process.
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TRIP Status Report
August 2015
State Route 178 Widening
Contractor: Granite Construction
5% complete; anticipated completion: mid-2017
Utility companies continue their efforts to relocate lines along the corridor. This work is expected to continue
through the summer months and the road widening construction is expected to begin in early fall. Local officials
will break ground for the project on August 18th, in conjunction with the State Route 178/Morning Drive Ribbon
Cutting ceremony.
The City has possession of all of the right-of-way necessary to construct the project; 26 ownerships have been
acquired and three ownerships are in condemnation.
State Route 99 Auxiliary Lane/Rosedale Highway Off-ramp Improvements
Designer: Parsons
Design 100% complete; Project is within existing Caltrans right-of-way; Advertises in August
The project provides operational and safety improvements along southbound State Route 99 and at the
Rosedale Highway off-ramp. The City has received the Authorization to Proceed for the State Route 99 Auxiliary
Lane/Rosedale Highway Off-ramp Improvements and the project will be advertised for construction on August
10th. It is anticipated that the contract will go before City Council for approval on October 14th. The $7.5 million
project is funded through the state Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP). Construction is
expected to begin late this year.
PROJECTS IN DESIGN AND RIGHT-OF-WAY
24th Street Improvement Project
Designer: TYLin International
Design 95% complete; Right-of-Way 86% complete (full acquisitions); Anticipate bidding: mid-2016
Progress on this project may be impacted pending court action
Soundwall and streetscape design are on hold
Hageman Flyover
Designer: Caltrans
Design 35% complete; Right-of-Way 0% complete
Potholing for utilities is expected to begin this summer
Right-of-way acquisition will not begin until design has progressed to 95%
• 12 properties, subject to change as design progresses
Truxtun/Oak Intersection Operational Improvements
Designer: Dokken Engineering
Design 50% complete; Right-of-Way 0% complete
The project will widen Truxtun Avenue, to three lanes in each direction, from Empire Drive to east of Oak
Street, modify the curve at the Westwind Drive intersection, and provide a right-turn deceleration lane for
westbound traffic turning north onto Westwind Drive.
Construction is anticipated to begin in mid- to late 2016, depending upon environmental permits and right-of-
way acquisitions.
Design work continues
Right-of-way impacts and property owner coordination has begun
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TRIP Status Report
August 2015
PROJECTS UNDER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Centennial Corridor
Caltrans lead; Environmental Consultant: Parsons
Environmental process 96% complete; Right-of-Way 60% complete for full acquisitions of single-family
properties
The final EIR/EIS has been sent to Caltrans Headquarters and Legal for review. The document is expected to
be completed and released this fall.
Advanced preliminary engineering and design work is ongoing
Geo-technical work continues as crews collect core sample from various locations along the proposed
alignment, including State Route 58 and State Route 99
The type selection process is underway for bridges and structures
Right-of-Way (Early Acquisition/Voluntary Basis)
• Full Acquisitions required for the project: 199 single family residences 12 multi-family properties and
36 commercial properties
- Purchase agreements approved by City Council:
o 120 single family properties
o 4 commercial properties
o 2 multi-family properties
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TRIP Status Report
August 2015
PROJECT PHOTOS
Top left: Workers install stamped concrete for the medians along Morning Drive.
Top right: Paving crews lay asphalt for the new extension of Morning Drive south of State Route 178.
Middle left: Overhead signs are erected in advance of opening the interchange.
Middle right: Utility relocations, including this water line, are underway along State Route 178, between Canteria Drive
and Miramonte Drive. The utility work is expected to continue through the end of summer.
Bottom: Construction of the Beltway Operational Improvements Project is underway and crews have started working on
roadway and drainage systems within the State Route 58 median.
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TRIP Status Report
August 2015
Top Left: Hosking Avenue, between H Street
and the new bridge site, is prepared for
paving.
Top right: Falsework is complete and iron
workers are installing rebar for the Hosking
Avenue Bridge stems and soffit. A concrete
pour is scheduled for mid-August.
Middle: The contractor takes advantage
of an around-the-clock road closure to
relocate an 18” storm drain across all
lanes of Rosedale Highway.
Bottom: New railroad panels were
installed across Rosedale Highway to
accommodate the widening project.
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BAKERSFIELD POLICE
MEMORANDUM
TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: GREG WILLIAMSON, CHIEF OF POLICE
DATE: AUGUST 5, 2015
SUBJECT: OUTREACH BY CRIME PREVENTION STAFF
Council Referral No. 621
Council Member Parlier requested that Crime Prevention staff reach out to residents in the
vicinity of vacant homes, and encourage them to become involved in the Neighborhood
Watch Program and establish block captains.
Council Member Parlier’s request was assigned to the Bakersfield Police Department
Community Relations Unit. Staff initially focused on the area around the vacant properties
along 24th Street; they canvassed occupied homes on the north side of 24th Street in the 2400
block of Alder, Bay, Cedar, Pine, Spruce, Myrtle, and Beech Streets. On the south side of
24th Street, they canvassed in the 2200 and 2300 blocks of Beech, B, C and 23rd Streets.
They talked with residents and provided contact information for neighborhood concerns. They
provided the attached 24th Street Neighborhood Watch Flyer along with information on
Neighborhood Watch. Information was left for residents who were not home during this time.
Community Relations staff also focused on the area of the Centennial Corridor Project by
canvassing Candy, Suzanne, and Morrison Streets. Additionally, they canvassed Stine Road
starting at Stockdale Highway, Dunlap Street, Ford Avenue, and all of Joseph Drive along
with affected areas along Real Road, Williamson Street, Garnsey Lane, Garnsey Avenue,
Marella Way, Hillsborough Drive, Kentfield Drive, La Mirada Drive, and Fallbrook Street. They
talked with residents and provided contact information for neighborhood concerns. They
provided the attached Centennial Corridor Street Neighborhood Watch Flyer along with
information on Neighborhood Watch. Information was left for residents who were not home.
City Code Enforcement has provided a list of other vacant properties within the city and staff
will reach out to existing Neighborhood Watch Programs in those areas and provide similar
information. They will assist residents with starting Neighborhood Watch Programs in those
areas if none currently exist.
Week of August 10_2015_Work Schedule
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STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE
Week of August 10, 2015 – August 14, 2015
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Sealing streets in the area north of White Ln between Ashe Rd & Stine Rd
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Hageman between Coffee and Calloway
Reconstruction of streets in the Auto Mall area East of Wible Rd and north of Pacheco
Preparing Panama Ln. between Freeway 99 and Stine Rd for a Maintenance Grind & Pave
Preparing Hagen Oaks between Ming Ave and Camino Media for a Maintenance Grind & Pave
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 and storm line installation at Sports Village
Working on Brick repairs at Centennial Plaza Grading for new parking lot at Mesa Marin Sports Complex
THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
Week of August 10_2015_Work Schedule
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STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, August 10, 2015
Between So. “H” St. & Union Avenue – Pacheco Rd. & Hosking Rd.
Between Stockdale Hwy. & Truxtun Ave. (ext.) – Coffee Rd & Partridge Ave.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Between 99 Hwy. & So. “H” St. – Ming Ave. & Panama Ln.
Cul-De-Sacs on the north side of Magdelena Ave., west of So. “H” St.
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
City areas between Brundage Ln. & Ming Ave. – So. “H” St. & Union Ave.
City areas between Wilson Rd. & Pacheco Rd. – So. “H” St. & Union Ave.
Between Casa Loma Dr. & Planz Rd. – Madison Ave. & Cottonwood Dr.
Between Planz Rd. & Brook St. – Madison Ave. & Hale St.
Thursday, August 13, 2015
Between Carr St. & California Ave. – Mohawk St. & Stockdale Hwy.
Between Stockdale Hwy. & Marella Wy. – California Ave. & Montclair St.
Between La Mirada Dr. & Chester Ln. – Montclair St. & No. Stine Rd.
Between California Ave. (ext.) & Stockdale Hwy. – No. Stine Rd. & 99 Hwy.
Between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. – New Stine Rd. & Ashe Rd.
Between Mountain Ridge Dr. & Ashe Rd. – Taft Hwy. & Berkshire Rd.
Friday, August 14, 2015 Between Ming Ave. & White Ln. – Buena Vista Rd & Old River Rd.
Between Stine Rd. & 99 Hwy. – Ming Avenue & Adidas.
Between Panama Ln. & Birkshire Rd. – Gosford Rd. & Stine Rd.
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 only when possible.
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: August 6, 2015 To: Alan Tandy, City Manager
From: Dianne Hoover, Director of Recreation & Parks
Subject: July 2015 Monthly Report
Total monthly attendance for all programs, reservations and volunteers combined for
the month of July totaled 112,685 as compared to last year’s total of 107,746.
ADMINISTRATION
o Jefferson Park Shade Structure Project – This project is complete.
o Beale Park Greens & Coral Keys Parks Playground Rehabilitation – Public
feedback was provided to Carolynn at RecWest for Bill Park Greens
Playground replacement. The revised conceptual should be completed
over the next 5-7 days. Bill Park Greens revisions include tan playground safety surfacing, increase in amount of safety surfacing, 2-5 play structure,
addition of two exercise stations, and shade structure. Coral Keys Park revisions include tan playground safety surfacing, increase in amount of
safety surfacing, and shade structure.
o Maxicom Upgrade Project – Phase I – Seven parks are now completed
(Quailwood, Seasons, Grissom, Campus Park North, Campus Park South, University, and Haggin Oaks). Kroll Park schedule to start August 6, 2015.
o Mesa Marin Concessions: The Department has terminated the agreement with the current concessionaire, Uncle’s BBQ, due to non-conformance to
terms of the agreement. To minimize interruptions with concession operations for City softball league play and upcoming tournaments, the
Department conducted a RFP and will recommend City Council approve an agreement with Muthana Corp. Muthana Corp has over 10 years’
experience in the food services industry. One of their locally operated
food chains is Juicy Burger.
o Water Reduction: support staff continues doing an excellent job tracking
CCF use on Cal Water accounts.
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks July 2015 Monthly Report
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Wall Repairs:
Current Wall Repair List Summary:
The City’s annual concrete contractor Cen-Cal Construction & Grijalva Contractor’s
will be performing repairs on the following walls locations:
o Gosford @ Kroll & Reina (wall planters)
o Deer Peak Park (various locations)
o Greystone Park (shade structure pilaster)
o Calloway & Manhattan (molding on monument corner)
o Old Farm Rd & Rendley St. (Letter “I” Brimhall Estates Monument Sign)
o 11700 Block of River Run Blvd. & Mountain Park Dr. (N/E Planter)
o Harris Rd. & Silvergate St.
o Kern Canyon Rd. @ Chase Ave. - Completed
o Q St. @ 19th St. (N/E planter)
10. Ming & Ashe
11. 6700 Block of Harris & White Frost Way
12. 7000 Block of Stockdale Hwy (North of El Rio) - Completed 13. 200 Block of Renfro @ Stockdale 14. N/E Corner of Ashe & La Puente 15. N/E Corner of New Stine @ Wilson
Aquatic Maintenance:
• Annual state inspection for the McMurtrey Aquatic waterslide was performed on 7/15/15. No reported deficiencies.
• In coordination with Stuart Patteson (P/W), RRM, & Aquatics Maintenance Staff, final comments were provided for the design and bid documents for the
Centennial Plaza Fountain. Bid advertisement scheduled for 6/9/15. Bid opening for project on 6/30/15. Public Works to reconvene with RRM to discuss value
engineering possibilities to reduce construction costs due to lowest bid well over estimated cost.
• Staff began process to replace the automated chemical controller system for
the McMurtrey Aquatic Pools. Meetings scheduled with Lincoln Aquatics & Sea-
Clear Pools to review current systems and obtain cost proposals.
RECREATION Total Attendance: 112,685 Special Event Reservations:
• Central Park – Burrito Project, Community Outreach Anniversary – 300 Guests
• Total Attendance: 19,031 Reservations/Special Events
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks July 2015 Monthly Report
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Silver Creek Community Center
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 2,364 as compared to last years of 2,103.
o There was one (1) rental for the month of July.
• Camp Fun – Attendance:
Weekly Average: 342 Monthly: 1710
• Total Revenue: $32,059 Saunders Recreational Facility
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 653 as compared to last year of 956.
o There were no rentals for the month of July
• Hockey Drop-In Program: Registered Participants 53/ Total Attendance: 53
• Soccer Program: 16 Registered Teams / Total Attendance: 600
• Total Revenue: $ 266.00 Aquatics
• Overall Aquatic Attendance:
o Total attendance for Aquatics was 53,901 compared to July 2014 of 49,717.
o Total attendance for Aquatics had an 8% increase compared to July
2014. This was due to the number of swim lessons offered and having free
admission to Recreation Swim at MLK and Jefferson Pools.
• McMurtrey Aquatic Center:
o Monthly attendance at the McMurtrey Aquatic Center was 27,682
compared to last year’s 28,592. This 3.2% decrease was due to the drop in attendance for Recreation Swim at McMurtrey. July had
several days of unusual weather with clouds, lightening and rain which forced cancellation of some classes.
o The 100 Mile Lap Swim Club - The 100 Mile Lap Swim Club is currently made up of 415 active members that swam 14,642.65 miles this month.
The club has swum a combined total of 149,732 miles. Jefferson Pool:
• Total Attendance at Jefferson Pool for the month of July was 6,809 which is a
47.2% increase from last year’s attendance of 4,626. This huge increase was due to having free admission to Recreation Swim. Last year’s Recreational Swim was
2, 336 compared to this year’s 4,555.
Swim Lessons Recreational Swim Swim Teams Trainings Rentals Total
Attendance 1,788 4,555 420 46 0 6,809
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks July 2015 Monthly Report
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Silver Creek Pool:
• Total Attendance at Silver Creek Pool for the month of July was 14,382. Last year’s total attendance was 13,492. This 6.6% growth was due to increased
numbers in swim lessons and pool rentals.
Swim Lessons Recreational Swim Swim Teams Trainings Rentals Total
Attendance 6,772 4,278 2,128 104 1,100 14,382
MLK Pool:
• Total Attendance at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool for the month of July was
5,028. Last year’s total attendance was 2,855. This 76.1% increase was due to
the large numbers of people attending the free Recreation Swim. Recreational
Swim in 2014 was 1,089 and this year it was 3,507.
Swim Lessons Recreational Swim Swim Teams Trainings Rentals Total
Attendance 464 3,507 224 51 0 5,028
Make A Splash Program:
• Staff conducted a Parent CPR and First Aid Training on July 11th with 4
participants getting their certification. The Make A Splash discounted swim
lessons began on July 13th for Session 3 and July 27th for Session 4 with all 525
openings filled to 100% capacity.
Discounts Days:
• The City offered $1.00 off discount days at McMurtrey and Silver Creek Pools on
July 7th and 22nd this month. These discounts reflect the commitment the City has
to provide low cost fun to the community. City Championship Swim Meet:
• The annual City Championship Swim Meet was held on July 25th at McMurtrey
Aquatic Center. The City of Bakersfield Recreational Swim Teams who competed
included: 2 McMurtrey teams, 2 Silver Creek teams, 1 Martin Luther King Jr. team,
and 1 Jefferson team. Participants received 1st, 2nd, and 3rd placed medals and
ribbons for 4th through 16th place. Lifeguard Olympics:
• Aquatic staff participated in Lifeguard Olympics on July7th and 8th at McMurtrey
Aquatic Center. McMurtrey had 4 teams, Silver Creek had 2 teams, and
Jefferson and MLK each had 1 team as they competed against each other in
various life-saving skills. After 2 days and 8 events including a fierce Manager
Gauntlet Challenge, McMurtrey Team#2 came in first place. Winners received a
pizza party to celebrate their victory. Family Fun Night &Wacky Fridays:
• Family Fun Night was held on Friday, July 17th at the McMurtrey Aquatic Center
from 6:00 to 9:00 pm with a “Wild Wild West” theme. There were 269 people who enjoyed the slides, played games, competed in the cannon ball contest, and
won prizes at the “Rethink Your Drink” and Water Safety Booths.
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks July 2015 Monthly Report
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• Wacky Fridays were also held at Silver Creek on July 24th, Jefferson on July 17th, and MLK Pool on July 10th. These events were held during Recreation Swim with
the same “Wild Wild West” theme. Participants enjoyed the same games, prizes, booths, and contests as the Family Fun Nights.
o Donation Total: $255.00 Athletics
• Total Attendance:
o Adult, Youth, Fitness and Adaptive Programs total attendance for the month of July was 30,569 as compared to last year’s total of 30,411.
Monthly attendance increase by .5 as compared to the same time last year.
Adult Softball
o League games continued through the month of July five days a week.
o There are 166 teams in the Summer League with 102 Men’s teams, 59
Coed, and 5 Women’s.
Softball Tournaments
o Mesa Marin Sports Complex hosted an ASA Men’s & Coed Softball
Tournament on July 11th & 12th. A total of 21 teams participated in the
tournament.
o Mesa Marin Sports Complex hosted a USSSA Men’s & Coed Softball
Tournament on July 25th & 26th. A total of 12 teams participated in the
tournament.
Pee Wee Camp & Sports
o Pee Wee Camp was held for one week this month at Silver Creek Park.
The focus of the camp is to introduce 3-5 year olds to the fun and
excitement of sports.
o Pee Wee Sports was held on Saturday’s at Silver Creek Park this month.
The program introduced kids to sports such as soccer, basketball, t-ball,
kickball, track & field, and circle games.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
• Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance for the month was 6,167 as opposed to last year’s
total of 6,343. Attendance at the center was down by 1% from last July
due to less participation in the breakfast program.
o Camp King – Through a grant from the Arts Council of Kern we were able to have Razzle Bam Boom perform the History of Music for our campers.
o Campers visited Wind Wolves Preserve where they learned about preserving the environment and local wildlife.
o Free tennis lessons were offered to children 5-18 years of age. Donations: $ 3,421.00
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks July 2015 Monthly Report
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PARKS Beale Park
• Raised concrete at 2 to 5 play area was removed and replaced on 7/28/15
by annual cement contractor. Area staff stayed after hours to prevent vandalism to the new cement. Calloway & Mohawk
• BHC and Staff worked on Calloway & Mohawk on ramps on 7/29/15 &
7/30/15. City staff spent 12 hours on the WSP and BHC spent 36 man hours
each day. Coffee Road
• New computer for Maxicom was delivered and installed by Kern Turf on
7/17/15. Gopher Holes
• Staff treated gopher holes at the following parks:
o River Oaks Park – 155 holes
o River Run Park – 21 holes Gosford Median, South of Ming Avenue
• Turf irrigation heads checked to conserve water. Trees allowed to be
watered. Gosford Median Island
• New turn pocket - north of Harris Road completed. Hageman between Coffee & Fruitvale
• The Streets department is replacing multiple sections of sidewalk on
Hageman between Coffee and Fruitvale and Clay Patrick Farr and
Calloway. Parks is assisting with root pruning and irrigation repair. Staff
cleaned debris and weeds on the east and west side of Mohawk extension
north of Rosedale. Kern Canyon Road
• Repairs to brick wall on east side north of Chase Avenue were made by contractor. Area staff set out traffic control equipment requested per
contractor. Lowell Park
• Area at south side of park was identified on 7/20/15 for a tree removal that caused a broken irrigation line under it and was also causing the sidewalk
to lift. Tree was removed by City’s tree department. River Run Blvd.
• Staff treated 21 gopher holes. Siemon Park
• Broken irrigation line under asphalt in parking lot was exposed and repaired by Craftworkers on 7/27/15. The Streets department assisted with patching
after repairs were completed.
Tevis Park
• Staff treated 13 gopher holes
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
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University Park
• Irrigation system was modified for Maxicom upgrade by contractor Kern
Sprinkler on 7/24/15 to 7/27/15. New components (master valve, slow sensor and irrigation controller) were installed. CRAFTWORKER DIVISION Area 1
• Staff assisted Area 1 crew with irrigation repairs caused by sidewalk replacement contractor on Hageman Road and Clay Patrick Farr Blvd. Beale Park
• On 7/13/15 Staff repaired the Vaquero component at playground area.
• On 7/28/15 Cement Contractor removed and poured for sidewalk repairs
at playground area. Caltrans Property
• Staff started the Caltrans irrigation controller removal project. The project
was completed on 7/17/15. Maxicom compatible ESP type irrigation
controllers and 4 CCU’s were collected. Challenger Park
• Staff installed replacement parks to Whirling Robin component at
playground area. Greystone Park
• Staff re-installed a telescope that was stolen from the playground
equipment. Lowell Park
• Staff continued the renovation of the wash area wall at Lowell Shop. Old River Road
• On 7/1, 7/2, 7/20 & 7/24 Staff trenched and installed new irrigation wires to the median island and east side streetscape between Ming Avenue and
White Oak. Police Department
• On 7/6/15 staff located and repaired broken isolation and irrigation valves at the front planter of the Police Department building. Silver Creek Park
• Staff assisted the Playworld Systems Installer with repairs and installation of
the “Cruise Line” components in the playground area. Yokuts Park
• Staff assisted the Playworld Systems Installer with repairs and installation of the “Cruise Line” component in the playground area.
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
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TREE DIVISON Removal of Dead Trees
o Annual tree contractor, General Tree, removed 81 dead trees throughout town
and trimmed all trees at the following locations:
• Haggin Oaks Park
• Allen Road, North of Brimhall (30 trees)
• Verdugo & Old Farm (54 trees)
• Mondavi & Brimhall (204 trees) Fairfax Road North of Paladino Drive
o Tree Staff trimmed all trees On Fairfax road. North of Paladino Drive.
There are approximately 20 trees on the East side of the road that were
growing out into the bike lane. Tree staff cut trees back 20 feet and
cleaned bike lane. Kern River
o Staff assisted Code Enforcement in the removal of seven (7) homeless
encampments in the Kern River area. Work was complete on 7/22/15 and
took four (4) tree staff employees and 8 hours to complete. Las Palmas Tract – Ming & El Portal
o Tree staff trimmed all the palm trees outside the tract.
Truxtun & T – Vacant Lot
o Staff removed small trees and weeds next to Amtrak Station.
Trimming:
Trees Trimmed: 73 Clearance: 99 Removals: 22
• Service Tickets:
Received: 73 Completed: 65 UPCOMING/ONGOING EVENTS:
• Family Fun Nights Fridays 6:00-9:00 pm at McMurtrey Aquatic Center. All Ages
Welcome, $4 per person or $13 for groups of 4. See schedule below:
o August 7th Fiesta Friday
• Fall Softball League opened for registration as of 7/13/15 through 8/21/15. $475
per team. Men, Coed, and Women’s teams accepted.
• For additional activities and events offered through the Recreation and Parks
Department, Please visit our website at www.bakersfieldparks.us.
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
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
www.bakersfieldcca.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
July 24 – WWE Live 7:30 PM
$95, $65, $50, $35, $25, $15 On Sale Now
August 27 - Florida Georgia Line 7:30 PM
$54.75, $34.75 On Sale Now
September 10 – Ringling Bros. Circus 7:00 PM
$70, $38, $10 On Sale 7/31
September 11-13 – Ringling Bros. Circus
$70, $38, $25, $20 On Sale 7/31
September 21 – Kings vs Coyotes 7:00 PM
$115, $65, $40, $29 On Sale Now
October 16 – Pepe Aguilar 8:00 PM
$149, $119, $89, $49 On Sale Now
July 14 – Dancing With The Stars Live 8:00 PM
$74, $48, $34 On Sale Now
July 28 – Juanes 7:30 PM
$73.50, $48, $38, $28 On Sale Now
August 7 – Espinoza Paz 9:00 PM
$125, $95, $80, $65, $50, $30 On Sale 7/14
August 12 – Fifth Harmony 7:00 PM
$47.50, $27.50 On Sale Now
September 25 – Wild Kratts Live!7:00 PM
$43.75, $37.75, $27.75 On Sale Now
October 20 – J Balvin with Becky G 7:30 PM
$73, $47.50, $37.50, $27.50 On Sale Now
September 18 - Firefall 8:00 PM
$15 On Sale Now
October 1 - Gary Allan 7:00 PM
$57, $37, $27 On Sale Now
October 2 - Hotel California 8:00 PM
$15 On Sale Now
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