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February 19, 2016 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager AT
Subject: General Information
Notable Items:
We were shocked today when the High speed Rail Authority (HSRA) released their
new business plan.
After entering into an out-of-court settlement agreement on the alignment through
Bakersfield with them, after 25 plus joint meetings that included the City and HSR
with impacted property owners on the potential alignment, after giving us a
$750,000 Station Planning Grant for a station on F Street and Golden State Avenue,
we were blindsided to read that the new business plan calls for a station north of
Shafter that will be temporary until 2029.
It would not serve Bakersfield, and is inconsistent with everything that has happened
since the settlement of the lawsuit.
It is with great sadness that I notify you of the passing of one of our former
employees, Ralph Braboy. Ralph was hired by the City in January, 2003, as a Civil
Engineer III in the Public Works Department. He was promoted to Wastewater
Superintendent in 2012, and then to Wastewater Manager in 2013, a position he
held until June of 2015. Ralph was an exemplary employee and a true gentleman,
who always had time for citizens and employees alike. I know I can speak for the
organization when I say that we feel fortunate to have known him. Our heartfelt
sympathies are extended to his family.
In January 2016, the City Council approved an ordinance to establish the
Bakersfield Youth Commission, which is intended to engage and empower local
youth in having a voice on relevant issues pertaining to City policies, programs and
projects. We have already begun collaborating with the Kern High School District on
outreach activities to ensure an adequate applicant pool of students. Attached
you will find the draft application for review and comment. At your earliest
convenience, please let Chris Gerry or Caleb Blaschke know if you have any
revisions. We anticipate soliciting applications from February 29th through April 29th.
General Information
February 19, 2016 Page 2
Ideally, the Youth Commission will commence at the beginning of the next school
year (August 2016).
The Recreation and Parks Department has teamed up with California State
University, Bakersfield to collect data on public park usage. This data is part of the
City’s efforts to revise the Recreation and Parks Master Plan. Three groups of
students were assigned to work on this project. Efforts are underway to collect data
from the Recreation and Parks website, Facebook, and in-person surveys at Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Park, McMurtrey Aquatics Center and Aera Park. You can
access the survey by following this link:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2C5C7VP
Sales of the first 14 moderate-income condominium units at Creekview are nearly
complete with only one remaining! We are optimistic that it will be sold in the near
future. Staff is moving forward with a strategy to complete construction of the
remaining 22 units that were originally planned. Thus far, we have received
wonderful feedback from the users of the condominiums. For more information
about the plan to complete the Creekview Condominiums, please see the
attached memo from the Community Development Director.
Good news! Within hours of being on sale, tickets for the Chris Stapleton show on
April 22nd sold out. We are also pleased to note that last week’s show, La
Arrolladora Banda El Limon, on Valentine’s Day also sold out.
Traffic and Other Road Advisories
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, OR OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS
WORK MAY BE RESCHEDULED TO A LATER DATE.
Nighttime Construction Planned for State Route 58 Next Week
Northbound State Route 99/Ming Avenue Off-ramp Nighttime Closure
Motorists travelling on State Route 58, between State Route 99 and Union Avenue,
are advised to anticipate alternating lane closures and ramp closures from Monday
night, February 22nd through Thursday night, February 25th, between the hours of 9
p.m. and 5 a.m. Closures should be anticipated in both the eastbound and
westbound directions.
Crews will be moving temporary concrete barrier rail and completing striping
activities in advance of moving traffic onto the new roadway recently constructed
within the median. The traffic switch is needed to allow construction to commence along the outside of the freeway.
This work is also expected to require closures of the eastbound Union Avenue off-
ramp, westbound Chester Avenue off-ramp, and the eastbound Real Road on-
ramp.
General Information
February 19, 2016 Page 3
In addition to the work on State Route 58, work on the new retaining wall along
northbound State Route 99, between Ming Avenue and Wilson Road, will require the
nighttime closure of the northbound State Route 99 to Ming Avenue off-ramp
Monday night, February 22nd through Thursday night, February 25th, between the
hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
State Route 178 Widening Project:
o Paving Operations from Masterson to Alfred Harrell Highway, and
o Construction on State Route 178, near Green Hills Street
Paving operations have been scheduled for State Route 178, from Masterson Street
to Alfred Harrell Highway, from Monday, February 22nd through Friday, February 26th.
This work will require longer working hours throughout the week, but will smooth out
dips in the roadway and significantly improve driving conditions.
The contractor will also be performing critical drainage installations on State Route
178 near Green Hills Street tomorrow, February 20th, between the hours of 8 a.m. and
4 p.m. Crews plan to begin setting up equipment at 7:30 a.m.
Flagging personnel will need to stop traffic and use one-way traffic control to
facilitate the work, and motorists traveling through this area should anticipate
delays lasting up to 15 minutes. Motorists are advised to allow sufficient time to
reach their destinations or to use an alternate route during this time period. Please
do not block intersections during wait times. We appreciate the public’s patience
and understanding while this work is completed.
Monday: The contractor will be performing spot repairs to the roadway in a
variety of locations. This work will require traffic control to be in place
between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Tuesday: Drainage operations will be underway and motorists should
anticipate lane closures between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Wednesday through Friday: Paving operations resume and traffic control is
expected to be in place between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. each day.
Reports
Streets Division work schedule for the week of February 22nd;
Bakersfield Police Department January Monthly Report; and
AT&T U-verse letter with possible programming changes. Event Notifications:
Event Calendar for Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center.
AT:cb cc: Department Heads Roberta Gafford, City Clerk
The City of Bakersfield has established
a Youth Commission to engage and
empower local youth in having a voice
on relevant issues pertaining to City
policies, programs, and projects.
This is your opportunity to work with
City staff on improving the community
by making recommendations to the
Mayor and City Council.
City of BakersfieldCity of Bakersfield
DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A POSITIVE
IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY? How long will I serve on the
Youth Commission?
2-year term with a possible 1-year
re-appointment.
How often does the Youth
Commission meet?
First Monday every month at
4:00 p.m. and occasional
special meetings.
How long are the meetings?
1 to 2 hours per meeting, but
the length is determined by the
Commission’s discussions.
What is my time commitment?
At least 5 to 10 hours a month
on Commission-related items.
Are there currently any vacancies
on the Youth Commission?
All positions are available.
How do I join the Youth
Commission?
Applications can be obtained
through the City Clerk’s Office.
Visit www.bakersfieldcity.us for
more information.
When is my application due?
First review of applications will
occur on April 29, 2016.
YY OUTHOUTH CC OMMISSIONOMMISSION
QUALIFICATIONS
Current high school students at the time of appointment
Reside in the ward they represent
Maintain a 3.00 GPA while serving on the Youth Commission
Not an immediate family member of the Mayor or City Councilmembers
Able to appropriately prepare for and attend meetings
The types of Youth Commission duties include, but are not limited to:
Developing and proposing plans that support or improve City programs
Providing recommendations to the Mayor and City Council
Educating and inspiring local youth involvement on relevant issues
Responding to requests on matters referred by the Mayor and City Council
Reporting to the Mayor and City Council, as requested
Identifying outside funding sources, including grant funds
Hosting an annual youth conference
Identifying concerns and needs of local youth
Assisting the City with Teen Government Day
FFREQUENTLYREQUENTLY AASKEDSKED
QQUESTIONSUESTIONS
CONTACTCONTACT
YYOUTHOUTH@@BAKERSFIELDCITYBAKERSFIELDCITY..USUS
(661) 326(661) 326 --37513751
SUBMIT TO:
City Clerk
1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 326-3767 Phone No.
(661) 323-3780 Fax No.
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
1. Student Name:
First Middle Last
2. Parent/Guardian Name:
First Middle Last
3. Gender (Male/Female): 4. Date of Birth:
5. Home Address:
City County State Zip
6. Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( )
7. Email Address:
8. High School:
Address:
City County State Zip
Grade Level (beginning fall 2016): GPA:
9. Occupation (if applicable):
Company:
Hours per Week:
Address:
City County State Zip
CLERK’S OFFICE USE ONLY:
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD RESIDENT: YES NO
WARD NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Youth Commission Application
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Please respond to the following supplemental questions on a separate sheet(s) of paper.
10. How did you hear about the Youth Commission?
11. Why would you like to become a Youth Commissioner?
12. What specific youth or community issues would you like to see addressed by the Youth
Commission? Do you have any ideas on how the community should address those issues?
13. The Youth Commission requires a time commitment from each student. Please list all other
commitments you have during the school year (e.g., job, clubs, and sports) and in what ways
are you prepared to dedicate time to meet the Commission’s goals? Your extracurricular
activities will not disqualify your application.
14. In order to have a valuable experience on the Youth Commission, it is important to have the
support from a teacher or school administrator from your current high school. This person shall
serve in a mentorship role throughout your term on the Youth Commission. Please identify who
will serve as your mentor (i.e., name and job title) and provide their contact information
(i.e., phone number and email address). Also, please be advised that your mentor must sign
the application and submit a letter of recommendation.
Please attach to this application your responses to the supplemental questions and any additional
information that you feel would be helpful in reviewing your qualifications. Also, please note that your
transcripts will be requested by the City if you are recommended for the Youth Commission.
Authorization and Release
I have reviewed Chapter 2.60 in the Bakersfield Municipal Code, and understand the expectations of
becoming a member or alternate of the Youth Commission. I have discussed the time commitment
with my parent(s) or guardian(s) and school representative, and can commit a sufficient amount of
time to the Youth Commission. I understand that in connection with this application for appointment,
the information contained herein will be made available to the general public upon request.
_________________________________________________ ___________________________________
Signature of School Representative Date
_________________________________________________ ___________________________________
Signature of Applicant’s Parent/Guardian Date
_________________________________________________ ___________________________________
Signature of Applicant Date
Note: This document is a public record and may be disclosed/released pursuant to the
California Public Records Act.
Youth Commission Application
Page 3 of 6
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
The following checklist is intended to assist applicants during the application process.
Appropriate Review and Consideration (No Documentation Required)
Review Youth Commission cover letter
Review 2.60 in the Bakersfield Municipal Code (pages 4 – 6)
Discuss time commitment with a parent(s) or guardian(s) and school representative
Required Items (Initial Submission):
Complete Youth Commission application (pages 1 – 2), including required signatures
Attach supplemental responses (questions 10 – 14)
Attach letter of recommendation
Required Items (if Recommended for Appointment):
Provide current high school transcripts
Attend a Youth Commission orientation
Youth Commission Application
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CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
CHAPTER 2.60 BAKERSFIELD YOUTH COMMISSION
2.60.010 Creation and purpose.
The city council creates an eight-member Bakersfield youth commission (“commission”). The
city council also appoints the city manager, or designee, as the committee coordinator of the
commission. The purpose of the commission is to engage and empower local youth in having
a voice on relevant issues pertaining to municipal policies, programs, and projects. (Ord. 4833
§ 1, 2016)
2.60.020 Application process.
Applications for the commission are available at the city clerk’s office and require one letter of
recommendation from a teacher, advisor, counselor, or coach. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.60.030 Appointment of members and alternates.
The commission shall consist of eight members and eight alternates.
A. Each city councilmember shall appoint two members to the commission; the mayor shall
appoint two members from the city-at large. One appointment will be the voting member and
the second appointment will be the alternate member.
B. Alternate members may only have voting rights in the event that the regular members are
absent from a commission vote.
1. A majority shall constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting of the commission. For
this commission, a quorum is defined as five members.
2. Immediate family members of city councilmembers and mayor shall not be eligible for
appointment. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.60.040 Qualifications of commission members.
A. Members and alternates must be current high school students at the time of appointment.
B. Members and alternates must reside in the ward they represent.
C. Members and alternates must have and maintain a minimum 3.00 grade point average during
their tenure in the commission. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.060.050 Term of office.
A. Members and alternates are appointed to a two-year term with the possibility of a one-year re-
appointment.
B. Each city councilmember and the mayor have the discretion to extend or terminate the terms
for their appointed members and alternatives.
Youth Commission Application
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C. During its first meeting of the calendar year, the commission shall elect a chair and co-chair
among its appointed members for a term of one year.
D. Any member and alternate may be removed from the commission as a result of any of the
following:
1. Continued absences from meetings or unexcused absences from three consecutive
meetings. The city council may waive such removal for just cause;
2. By the city councilmember or mayor that appointed them. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.60.060 Duties.
Generally, to identify the concerns and needs of local youth, including matters related to:
recreational opportunities, park amenities, student safety, and volunteer opportunities with the
city, and to:
A. Develop and propose plans that support or improve such programs;
B. Provide recommendations to the mayor and city council;
C. Educate and inspire local youth involvement in relevant issues;
D. Respond to requests on matters referred by the mayor and city council;
E. Report to the mayor and city council, as requested;
F. Identify outside funding sources, including grant opportunities, to achieve the commission’s
goals and objectives;
G. Host an annual youth conference to identify local youth concerns and needs;
H. Play an active role in Teen Government Day;
I. Other appropriate actions to further the purpose of the commission. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.60.070 Meetings.
A. The commission shall meet monthly. Members and alternates are required to attend every
scheduled and special meeting.
B. Commission meetings shall be subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act.
C. Agendas and minutes of the commission shall be prepared by the city clerk, or designee, and
filed with the city clerk.
D. Members and alternates shall communicate with the mayor and city council by:
1. Directly contacting their appointed councilmember;
2. Directly presenting at a city council meeting, as requested;
Youth Commission Application
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3. Indirect contact through the youth commission meeting minutes;
4. Providing an annual report to city council.
E. The city manager shall designate city staff to assist the youth commission with achieving its goals
and objectives. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
2.60.080 Compensation/funding.
There is no monetary compensation for serving on the commission; however, members and
alternates widely benefit by participating in active leadership roles, networking amongst civil
leaders, making a difference in the community, and developing critical skills to solve real-world
problems.
The commission will be funded by city council as is reasonably necessary to implement the
goals and objectives of engaging and empowering local youth. (Ord. 4833 § 1, 2016)
B A K E R S F I E L D
Community Development Department
Douglas N. McIsaac, Community Development Director
M E M O R A N D U M
February 19, 2016
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Douglas N. McIsaac, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Creekview Development Plan
Sales of the first 14 moderate-income condominium units at Creekview are nearly complete and
staff is moving forward with a strategy to complete construction of the remaining 22 units that
were planned. The remaining construction will consist of three buildings of seven, seven, and
eight units, respectively. Creekview is one of five affordable housing projects that the City
committed to build as a provision of the $10.8 million Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) the City was
awarded by the State, which has been used to construct such public amenities as the Mill Creek
Linear Park, Sister Cities Gardens A and B, the Mill House, and “Q” Street streetscape
improvements. The only other housing project aside from Creekview still to be completed is the
19th Street Millcreek Village project, which is currently under construction. Due to enhancements
the City was able to achieve in the affordability mix of 19th Street and other completed projects,
at this time only seven of the remaining 22 units at Creekview are required to be built in order to
completely fulfill the City’s housing construction obligation under the terms of the IIG Grant.
In order to finish the Creekview project with the least amount of continued direct involvement by
the City, staff is proposing to pursue a strategy in which the construction of the remaining 22 units
would be divided into two parts: (1) construction by the City of the seven remaining units that
must be sold to qualified moderate-income households to complete the City’s grant obligations;
and (2) construction of the final 15 units by a private development entity (to be determined) that
could be marketed as rental units or for-sale units, and as affordable or market-rate units. The
construction of seven moderate-income for-sale units is fairly straightforward – the proceeds from
the sale of the first phase of units will be used to construct these units.
The exact means of constructing the final 15 units, however, could follow one of a few different
paths. The most significant determinant in that path will be the City’s success in pursuing a State
Cap & Trade grant for the completion of Creekview. Staff has found that Creekview may be a
very competitive project for award of these grant funds and is currently preparing an application
for funds sufficient to construct the final 15 units. The City will be notified in April 2016 if its grant
application is selected to go onto final consideration for funding, and if so, will be notified in
September 2016 if grant funds will be awarded. Depending on if, when, and how much in grant
funding the City is successful in being awarded will determine how the final 15 units will be
constructed and marketed.
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streets schedule
Page 1 of 2 STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE Week of February 22, 2016 – February 26, 2016
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Grading and Paving on Mc Cutchen Rd extension between Ashe Rd and Mountain Ridge Rd
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Planz Rd between Wible Rd and So “H” St
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
Sidewalk installation at Sports Village
Working on Brick repairs at Centennial Plaza (after Contractor is done)
Concrete Repairs to various Bus Stops throughout City limits
Concrete work in the area of California Ave to Verde from “A” St to Chester (HUD Area)
Concrete work in the area of Madison to Cottonwood from Casa Loma to Brook St (HUD Area)
Concrete improvements at Park at River Walk BHNA
Demo work for New Seating at BHNA Park at River Walk
Concrete work in the area of California Ave to Brundage from Union Ave to Railroad Tracts east of Martin
Luther King Blvd (HUD Area)
THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
streets schedule
Page 2 of 2 STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE Monday, February 22, 2016
City areas between 99 Hwy. & Stine Rd. – Panama Ln. & Taft Hwy.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
City areas between Olive Dr. & Downing Ave. – Coffee Rd. & Knudsen Dr./Mohawk St., including Patton
Wy. From Weldon Ave. to Meany Ave.
Between W. Columbus St. & 34th St. – Chester Ave. & San Dimas St.
Beween Union Ave. & Madison St. – Casa Loma Dr. & White Ln.
Between Westwold Dr. & So. Laurelglen Blvd. – Gosford Rd. & Woodglen Dr.
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
City areas between Snow Rd. & Rosedale Hwy. – Jewetta Ave., west to the City limit.
Between Ming Ave. & So. Laurelglen Blvd. – Coffee Rd. & El Portal / Laurelglen Blvd.
Thursday, February 25, 2016
Between Snow Rd. & Olive Dr. – Jewetta Ave., east to the canal boundary.
Between Olive Dr. & Hageman Rd. – Jewetta Ave. & Calloway Dr.
Between Niles St. & Sumner St. – Union Avenue & Beale Ave.
Between Sumner St. & E. Truxtun Ave. – Beale Ave. & Brown St.
Between Brundage Ln. & E. Belle Terrace St. – Union Ave. & Kincaid St.
Between Camino Media & Kroll Wy. – Coffee Rd., west to the PG&E easement. Friday, February 26, 2016
Between Etchart Rd. & Pavilion Dr. -- Calloway Dr., west to the canal boundary.
Between Norris Rd. & Olive Dr. – Calloway Dr. & Coffee Rd.
Between Olive Dr. & Noriega Rd. – Calloway Dr. & Verdugo Ln.
City areas between Coffee Rd./Riverlakes ext. & Allen Rd. – Hageman Rd. & Rosedale Hwy.
City areas between Pacheco Rd. & Harris Rd. – Stine Rd. & Wible 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. Street Sweeping has not been able to complete sections of the schedule sweeping routes due to several sweepers broke down during the month of February.
BOX OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM
(Excluding Event Days)
CHARGE-BY-PHONE
1-888-929-7849
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
February 19 – Condors vs San Diego7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 20 – Condors vs Texas7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 23 – Condors vs San Antonio7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 26 – Condors vs San Jose7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 27 – Condors vs San Antonio7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
March 4 – CIF Wrestling Session I9:00 AM
$21, $18, $15, $14, $13, $12, $11On Sale Now
March 5 – CIF Wrestling Session II9:00 AM
$23, $20, $17, $16, $15, $14, $12On Sale Now
March 5 – CIF Wrestling Session III7:00 PM
$25, $22, $19, $18, $17, $16, $13On Sale Now
March 8 – Condors vs San Diego7:00 PM
March 12 – Condors vs San Jose7:00 PM
March 13 – Cage The Elephant 7:00 PM
$39.50, $29.50 On Sale Now
March 19 – Condors vs Stockton7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
March 10 – Ragtime: The Musical7:30 PM
$55, $40, $30 On Sale Now
March 12 – Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
March 16 – Crosswinds Trio 7:30 PM
BCCA event
March 25 – Slayer 7:30 PM
$37.50 On Sale Now
April 6 – Blue Man Group 7:30 PM
$65, $50, $35 On Sale Now
April 9 – Symphony 7:30 PM
April 12 – Jason Coleman 7:30 PM
BCCA event
April 22 – Chris Stapleton 8:00 PM
Sold Out
April 25 – Joe Bonamassa 8:00 PM
$125, $99, $89, $79, $69 On Sale Now
April 27 & 28 – Shen Yun 7:30 PM
$120, $110, $100, $80, $70, $60 On Sale Now
May 14 – Symphony 7:30 PM
May 17 – Celtic Woman 7:00 PM
$105, $65, $45 On Sale Now
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
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