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Home My WebLink About04/18/2008� B A K E R S F I E L D Ciiy Manager's Offi�e M�rnorandum TO: Honorable Mayor and City FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager SUBJECT: Generallnformation Apri 1. A ceremony to commemorate the newly refurbished entry monument sig held on Wednesday, April 30th at 3:00 p.m. The event will take place at th of the south sign. We are receiving many positive comments on the new look forward to the official "unveiling". You will receive an invitation next weE 2. PG&E has completed a field inspection of the Deutz cogeneration engine� at Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 2 and we expect we will receive a incentive rebate. We are in the early stages of requesting a$1 million rebate for Plant 3 similar to the one for Plant 2. Also for Plant 3, the PG&E by Design" analysis is complete and we expect to receive $350,928 after cc is complete and PG&E has inspected the finished installation. A big tha Chianello for his hard work on these agreements with PG&E. 3. The state snow surveys April 1 St forecast on the spring-summer Kern Rive 82% of normal. This is a dramatic drop from the March 1St forecast of 1( decline is due to the Pacific storm track abandoning the Kern watershed � late February and which has yet to return. Not since 1997 has the s conditions been this dry in the Kern River Basin. Given this latest predictio will still be able to deliver its contract commitments to the Agricultural di: drinking water plants. However, the hope of a river run this summE Bakersfield has been greatly diminished. Peak inflows to Isabella Lake 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) in late May, peak Isabella storage is es 290,000 acre-feet (afl in mid-June and winter Isabella carry-over at 140,( contrast, the 2007 comparables were 1,017 cubic feet per second, 243,50( and 107, 500 acre feet. fi Honorable Mayor and City Council April 18, 2008 Page 2 Based on this recent experience, it is clear that the market for these type based" financing is simply unsuitable at this time. Therefore, it appears th� no choice but to implement a freeze on applications from developers for n formations until both the housing market and bond market conditions impro� 5. Enclosed is a memo and project summary of the sewer reconstruction Brundage Lane from "L" Street to Mount Vernon Avenue completed in Auc The City and our consulting engineer, Boyle Engineering, were recently h Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of Galifornia (CELSOC) wit Engineering Excellence Merit Award for the project's design and constructio 6. While it is not yet certain, it appears likely that the remainder of those who 2 to City Hall North (City Manager, City Clerk, Risk and Finance) will be abl this summer. Mayor Hall has expressed a preference for staying at tr location which can be accommodated. The primary impact on routine council business will be moving all thE committees to City Hall North. There will be two conference rooms on the 1 the smaller one is the size of our current conference room — and a larger oi We will keep you advised of the schedule as it develops. 7. The Streets Division work schedule for the week of April 21 St is enclosed. 8. Responses to Council requests are enclosed, as follows: Councilmember Benham • Zoning regulations for businesses on "H" Street; Councilmember Sullivan • Feasibility of planting vines on walls along Ashe Road; • Resolution in support of SB 1345; and, • Potholes on Stine Road at intersection of Planz and Stine. AT: rs: rk cc: Department Heads Pamela McCarthy, City Clerk Roberta Gafford, Assistant City Clerk �� a � B A K E R S F I E L D Public Works Department Memorandum DATE: April 15, 2008 TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager FROM: Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director �, �j � SUBJECT: Public Works Department `j� _ 'Ar- The City of Bakersfield and our consulting engineer, Boyle Engineering, were recentl by Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of California (CELSOC) with a 2008 E Excellence Merit Award for the design and construction of the sewer Reconsti Brundage Lane from "L" Street to Mount Vernon Avenue. The project consisted oi and replacing an existing 95-year old sewer which was in danger of failing due to old project involved many obstacles including maintaining the sewer system operation� the traffic moving and utility coordinations such as canal and railroad crossir construction was completed in August of 2007. Project Summary Sewer Reconstruction Srundage Lane between "L" Street and Mount Vernon Avenue and "L" Street between Brundage Lane and California Avenue The City of Bakersfield selected Boyle Engineering to be the primary engineering consul all disciplines of engineering, design and construction planning for the replacement of a r, in central Bakersfield. The sewer sections to be replaced were 95 years old, constructed ii Approximately four (4) miles of the sewer main line was replaced, including pipe sizes 3l 42". The original sewer was constructed primarily of steel-reinforced concrete pipe, whic severely over the long years in service. There was a growing risk of collapse and the purp replacement was to protect City residents from that risk or from other pipe failures which from the age and condition of the existing sewer. There were numerous engineering and coordination challenges associated with replaceme a new construction project. Some of these are summarized in the following disc;ussions. . . � 1� �: '� i} Ji� " .'1] J � _ � . . ,� ^��l °� : . ': � ��.�, �.s�aic:_..r.. . � Si�a�low Sewer I)epth Pipe Staged for Installation ' _ �x�!!!� The new 36" and 42" pipes were constructed from Vitrified Clay Pipe (VCP) which is mc concrete, but provided superior protection from corrosion. The VCP required special han staging during construction, to prevent losses during unloading and storage. � j f �.� � � � � f� „�� ' �i� r!: ��. ��t / � ,I � . - - r � � �i. � s,._ s,;.,, - � y. . � -�`-r _ �R� . _.+:,� .. +�. � . `_�� `� � w� .. � � � ` � t(f . • r�� Y � � • • � ;� � . t �: ., i�� i. `�4� ; , - . i�j*�:,b � . . :�>. :�, . � #: . � � - �� Laying the Vitrified Clay Pipe ..y a L J �: �...A . To protect the pipe from highway loads, the pipe zone was filled with a slurry meeting str requirements. The slunry met the standards of Controlled Low-Strength Material (CLSM). Pipe Institute became invoived early in the design process, providing education and assist the problem of trench-fill for structural integrity of the VCP. It was not an option to bury 1 �.A'-'.' .� ' -� � � � � � .�(' � �'"""�� - - . � ��"'�� '�- �" -i .��..� _ _ .� ,,��•�`" , �� ' -'� ' �„ .� � � � a � �♦ � 4� ` • . • - �i `i4.'`��.`^ . . �� - L� \ ' - �� .� 'tt. • � a . : F'- .a � � . • r'_ _� " S 1 . .. ��' • - ��. � ��. ;, . 'ri -� , � �.1 - . : ".�'.,. . ' / �.,�'.i r`� � . . � . i' •� ' _ �.� . . �� . �' �,r� � '. . :.r� .•ti� .I Pouring the Controlled Low-Strength I��Zaterial in the Pipe Zone Cured-in-Place Pipe at Canal Crossings There were two locations along the alignment on Brundage Lane where canals had been bui subsequent to the sewer, and the existing sewer had been left in place, while the canal struc� formed around the sewer pipe. At both of these locations, coordination with the canal opera owners was essential, and a mutually beneficial solution for sewer repair without any impac r.,,arat;nn nft�,P ranalc .z,ae a�h;P.rari A ralativalv vni�nar tPr�hnnlna�v callPri rnrP_in_P1acP P � � "�`r �� ' � � a�, � � r� . . �� ' . �. ' ' " ,., ' `�t : y� �i`- _,1,�,: _. . _.� � ' . . , . i . r, t � s� L�` ; � ��*;�'`� �� •� i �.l" " � � l��r ; =-= ":°��r if; :�� ` �, , �:. .. � "°�Y'`� _ �,_,�� «; � � � �� -___�.. � . . F-��' ."� , f.,: , ',�. :'$!y;. . �. i . z �- ��---- � - � �; t N , �" . � . �,,,t ._,� . ��':�.� T - -- _ - � t ==$= ==�'_- Canal Crossing Structure at Brundage Lane _.�� . �C_ � , • X t;,� -\ .�-'� . . Union Pacific Railroad Crossin� The Union Pacific Railroad had been constructed over the existing sewer in thc early 20`�' c� replace the sewer where the railroad right-of-way crossed Brundage lane, required a special effort with Union Pacific, and construction planning and coordination. A mining and tunnel was prepared and in order to minimize risk to the rail line, the new construction was made � existing sewer, while the old sewer was abandoned in place and filled with CLSM to prevei collapse. A further complication arose after it was discovered that a fiber-optic line was insl railroad's right-of-way. The fiber optic line, located above the new sewer, was protected in construction. The railroad encroachment permit included 137 feet of steel encased carrier pi paralleling the sewer at the crossinb. State of California Hi�hway Crossin� and Access Coordination with CalTrans and an encroachment permit for Brundage Lane was required ` State highway crosses at Union Avenue (old Iii�hway 99). In addition, the project crossed t t' A � �.. ; �� 1, � = : 1 . , � . �_''1��...�e . � Y `�; 1 '!!�,.�',c,� .,:�_�,1, .y :-�a� i .-�: " � "�' �„�.--I � I ,t- EAST Approaching State Highway Exit/Entrance Ramps on Ba-undage Lane �� Maintainin� Sewer Flows to Meet Ciri' Population Demands The daily sewer flows could not be impacted by the construction activities. Therefore a sta� was prepared and strictly followed to eliminate any potential loss of City services to the pu� involved temporary re-routing of the flows on a daily basis, diverting them from the constrt; as the work progressed. This temporary diversion was moved along the length of the sewer section, between manholes and staged with the movement of construction activities. t - > ��r- - ��. �t.- . � ��, � 3 �� i � • _ _ �. .I .: �' ,a 6 .1 � r � �� ' � ` � `. tiy,. �� _�M 1�4 .� ii • ! .. •-- — — � � 1 -- `— -- _- 0 : -�.�.= . �' . � 7� , � _� ,A _ _ .y ` �. .�<'':rA'...:do�=�::. � � - - . , �eii3ist�17i2�uze_t-`---—• �i'_.��_• � , Maintainin� Traffic Boyle Engineering developed a set of traffic plans and drawinbs to ensure the lane closures City's requirements for traffic flow and safety. Lane closures and detours during specific ho stages of construction were a challenge for the design team. The traffic plan also ensured th� would be no significant disruption to essential travel routes during peak hours, and that the c workplace was safe and clear of any hazards during or after the hours of construction. Some construction effort was accomplished during night hours in order to re-open roads for early : commuting. , 7 ' • �, • �� .�� i • t I�.. I�: y�. 7� l� 9 . �. - _ - - �� ; . . � �� , . - � �.� � � ��. -� . -- - _ ,-;: �� . �� --- - �.� _ _ .� , � :!�i.� : .,� � " , �" �; �'�'" ` � �. .-�--/ � - �� _ `� � � " 1 � .�: � - ' ' . j:. . �•.. � . . .1 • t . ,., �� ;Y �- - ' . l . � +i' � �. + � * �. .. . ' �i- � � _ .. i: ,': Y,,� . - " � , - ' � ,��.� y` - . . - ' . . .s 't . i, � • '�: Reconstruction of Medians on Brundage Lane Pre-Cast Structures Approximately 50 manholes were replaced and specialty pre-cast structures were used to in� to the sewer. Special construction features and precautions were used to reconnect sewer lin structures. The concrete structures were lined with plastic, and details were incorporated int to ensure quality liner joints without a risk of leakage. �� ;;y�.��t � � ; .r � �� \'� " '��.:�`-. ��-�- � �� ; � B A K E R S F I E L D Development Services Department Stanley C. Grady, Director /� �^• � M E M O R A N D U M TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER FROM: ��- STANLEY C. GRADY, DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOI DATE: April 14, 2008 SUBJECT: COUNCIL MEETING ON APRIL 9, 2008: RESPONSE TO "H" STREET BUSINESS OWNERS Council Referrai No. Ref001902 COUNCILMEMBER BENHAM REQUESTED STAFF TO RESPOND CORRESPONDENCE FROM DAVID MILLER REGARDING ZONING REGULATION BUSINESSES ON "H' STREET. Code Enforcement provided the following information concerning the complaint I� received from David Miller dated 4-07-08. This compliant is regarding a vacant busin Columbus TV Repair located at 329 H Street. 1. Original complaint received in August of 2007 regarding illegal construction modification of the interior of the building. On 8-14-07 Code Enforcement 01 Terry Buss contacted the owner of the business, (Gumercindo Chacon) an� allowed him to inspect the interior of the business. Numerous illegal modificai had been made dividing the building into several separate units. The owner advised that he would need to provide plans and obtain permits and appro� or remove all the illegal construction. The owner said he would return building to the original condition. On 9-07-07 Officer Buss inspected the busii and the owner had removed all illegal walls, opened up closed doorways, removed an illegal bathroom. There were no other tenants and the business numerous N sets in several rooms that were under repair. This case 10144) was closed as abated by owner. 2. Current action regarding this property - Active case in progress 08-0323 .�. . � r . � rr r� �- - - - � - - i - -- 4-02-08: Re-inspected by Officer Denton, violations still exist, case submitte� Administrative Hearing. Hearing date is pending. Last inspected o 07-08 by Officer Denton. Property still has weeds, junk, trash debris. Structure is vacant and secure. Officer advised there is broken window, however only one pane of the dual pane glas broken. An Administrative Hearing is pending within the next several weeks. If the owner fai abate the violations, the city will go to bid to clean up the property after the ten appeal period has passed. DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: � B A K E R S F I E L D Public Works Department Memorandum April 18, 2008 Alan Tandy — City Manager l�� _ Raul Rojas — Public Works Director Ashe Rd — Walls / � _` �'1 ry�✓,� At the April 9`h City Council Meeting, Jacquie Sullivan asked us to investigate the feas planting vines that would grow up the existing walls to discourage graffiti. Currently along Ashe Rd between Stockdale Hwy. and Ming Ave. there are a variety of � wall types {Slumpstone, Red Concrete Block, Red Concrete Block with redwood extE Pre-cast Concrete Panels, Slatted Chain Link Fencing and Red Brick Masonry). All � different wall types, except for the Redwood extensions, can accommodate a vine. extensions are outside of the existing City right of way and belong to the individu� owners. Within our investigation we are excluding the landscaping in front of the walls at the Stc tract on the East side of Ashe Road just North of Ming Ave. This area is owned and ma by the developer. We are also excluding a few hundred feet of wall just South of Stockd on the West side of Ashe Road because it is in the County. One final exclusion, thE fencing at the RV Parking property on the West side of Ashe Road just North of Club ViE excluded due to the fencing type. The existing walls were constructed in the mid 1970's. Landscape improvements at t' consisted of vines on the walls. Subsequently, in the mid to late 1980's the vines were r due to rodent habitats. Therefore, we anticipate some property owners might recall the � removal and be opposed to such replanting. Our evaluation of the current conditions indicates there is an opportunity for shrubs and be planted in front of the walls along Ashe Road. A variety of different shrubs and vine: used. The propose improvements will comply with ADA sidewalk requirements. The de: construction costs are estimated to range between approximately $560,000 to $600,0( City may need a maintenance district to maintain these improvements, as we maintenance plan that specifies how the City is to trim the vines keeping them off the � owned fences. � �"' �//!/../,,;, �:.; Q.r! � +t; ,_ �is�.`:_'..��: ':: TO: FROM: MEMORANDUM CITY ATTORNEY April 14, 2008 HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL JUSTIN CRUMLEY, ASSOCIATE CITY ATTORNEY ' 1�`_ SUBJECT: SB 1345 "THE VOLUNTEER BILL" COUNCIL REFERRAL NO. 001903 Councilmember Sullivan requested staff draft a resolution in support of SB 134', bring back for Council action at the April 23, 2008 Council meeting. In response to Councilmember Sullivan's request, staff has prepared a re; for consideration at the April 23, 2008 Council meeting. JC:Isc cc: Alan Tandy, City Manager S:\COUNCIL\Referrals\07-08 Referrals\Sullivan.AB2537-volunteers.doc TO: FROM: DATE: � B A K E R S F I E L D CITY OF BAKERSFtELD PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM Alan Tandy, City Manager Raul Rojas, Pubiic Works Director April 11, 2008 SUBJECT: POTHOLES STINE ROAD Referral No. 1905 �,�"ii � �-,-� �.��,� COUNCILMEMBER SULLIVAN REQUESTED STAFF TO FILL POTHOLES NORTHBOUND ON S71NE ROAD AT INTERSECTION OF PLANZ AND STINE. The potholes on Stine Road and Planz Road were patched Monday, April 14, 20( In addition, there were some potholes on Stine Road, north bound, number three just before White Lane. These potholes were patched Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Page 1 of 2 STREETS DIVISION — WORK SCHEDULE WEEK OF APRIL 21 — APRIL 25, 2008 Resurfacin_y/Reconstructing streets in the followinq areas: Reconstructing residential streets in the area between Ming Avenue and ; Avenue, east of Ashe Road (by Annual Contractor) Resurfacing (overlay) residential streets in the area between Gosford Ro� Scarlet Oaks Drive, south of Ming Avenue (by City Crew). Continue preparing streets for reconstruction in the area between Planz F and White Lane, west of Stine Road. Miscellaneous Streets Division prolects currently in proqress: Installing curb, gutter and sidewalk in the area befinreen E. Truxtun and C Avenue, Baker Street and Williams Street. (CDBG FUNDED) The Mill Creek project. The Calloway median Island project. Page 2 of 2 STREET SWEEPING SCHEDULE Mondav, Aprii 21, 2008 Area between Panama Lane and Panama Road, Stine Road and Highwa Tuesday, April 22, 2008 City streets in the area befinreen Olive Drive and Meany Street, Coffee Rc Knudsen Drive Between Columbus Street and 34t" Street, Chester Avenue to San Dima� Wednesday, April 23, 2008 City streets in the area between Snow Road and Hageman Road, Jenkin; Jewetta Avenue. Between Niles Street and Jackson Street, Union Avenue to Beale AvenuE Between Sumner Street and E. Truxtun Avenue. Beale Avenue to Brown Thursdav, April 24, 2008 Between Snow Road and Hageman Road, Jewetta Avenue to Calloway [ Between Berkshire Road and Astor Avenue, So. "H" Street to Union Aver Fridav, April 25, 2008 Between Coffee Road and Calloway Drive, Norris Road to Granite Falls. Between Hageman Road and Meacham Road, Old Farm Road to Callow, Alfred Harrell Highway - 178 Highway to the N/W City Limit. Streets in the neighborhood north of 178 Highway, east of Valley Street. Mira Monte Drive - 178 Highway to the south end. ###