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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
November 4, 2016
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager
SUBJECT: General Information
Notable Items
As a reminder, the Bakersfield Marathon/Half Marathon is scheduled to take place on
Sunday, November 13th. The event organizers are expecting close to 2,000 participants.
There will be road closures associated with the event which are anticipated to begin at 5
a.m. on the day of the event and will reopen on a rolling basis. Drivers are urged to be
aware of the road closures, take alternate routes if possible and follow all law
enforcement and race official directions.
Residents with inquiries regarding road closures are encouraged to contact the event
organizers at directors@activebakersfield.org or call (661) 249-6450. Additional information
is included in the enclosed flyer or by going
to https://runsignup.com/Race/BakersfieldMarathonandHalf/Page-19.
Attached you will find the monthly TRIP Status Report for the month of November. 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 34th annual Bakersfield Police Memorial Run will be held at River Walk Park on
Saturday, November 5th. Registration for the 2, 5 & 10K run begins at 6:00 a.m. The fee for
those who register early is $25 and $30 for same day registration. Proceeds from the event
will assist children of BPD officers killed in the line of duty in obtaining higher education.
Entry forms can be downloaded at www.bakersfieldpd.us. For more info call (661) 326-
3685.
The McMurtrey Aquatic Center is now closed until the end of December. During the
closure, staff will replace both water slides and perform annual maintenance such as
painting, cleaning and repairing pool surfaces. The pool will reopen in January, 2017.
Recreation and Parks is partnering with many other organizations to educate the
community on how to purchase, cook, and eat healthy foods. Registration is free and the
event will take place at the Walmart located in East Hills (2601 Fashion Plaza) from 10:00
a.m. to noon. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Page 2 General Information
November 4, 2016
The City of Bakersfield in partnership with the Kern High School District, Optimist Clubs of
Greater Bakersfield and the Kiwanis Clubs of Bakersfield held the 62nd annual Teen
Government Day on November 2nd. Over 60 students from local high schools met with
City staff to learn more about City departments, operations, programs and services.
Select students returned for the City Council meeting held that evening and were
introduced to the audience by Councilmembers and staff. A special thanks to the City
Clerk’s Office for organizing this event.
The Bakersfield Police Department’s Explorer Post #521 held their annual Explorer Awards
Banquet on Thursday, October 27th. BPD Explorers donated a total of 11,272 hours to the
community of Bakersfield this past year. Congratulations to all of the award winners. We
are proud of all of our Explorers and advisors who donate their time with the Bakersfield
Police Department’s Explorer Post #521.
Page 3 General Information
November 4, 2016
Traffic and other Road Advisories
State Route 178 – East of Alfred Harrell Highway
The contractor for the State Route 178 Widening project will be grinding and paving the
roadway just east of the State Route 178 and Alfred Harrell intersection on Monday,
November 7th and Tuesday, November 8th, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
This work may require stopping traffic intermittently to allow trucks to enter and exit the
work area. Delays are expected to be minimal, but motorists who need to travel through
this area are encouraged to allow extra time to reach their destinations.
Reports
Streets Division work schedule for the week of November 4th
Event Notifications
Event calendar for the Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center
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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. Regular project updates are
also available on the TRIP website at BakersfieldFreeways.us
MILESTONES
The order to lift the injunction on the 24th Street Improvement Project was signed on October 25th,
allowing the project to move forward, with the understanding that demolition of structures will not
occur before November 29th. The City has reinstated design for all segments of the project and field
crews will begin potholing for existing utilities in the coming weeks. The City is also advertising and plans
to open bids for the initial phases of demolition. It is anticipated that a demolition contract will be
placed on the December 14th agenda for City Council’s consideration.
The State Route 178/Morning Drive Interchange project was recently selected as the 2016 Excellence in
Transportation Award for Major Structures by the California Department of Transportation. Caltrans
annual awards highlight the best projects in the state, and nearly 100 entries were submitted this year.
A Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposal (RFQ/RFP) has been posted for construction
management firms for the various phases of the Centennial Corridor Project, the 24th Street
Improvement Project, and the Truxtun Avenue Operational Improvements Project. All RFQ/RFPs must
be submitted to the TRIP office on or before Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 4 p.m.
General contractors who plan to submit bid proposals for the construction of the various phases of the
Centennial Corridor Project, 24th Street Improvement Project, or the Truxtun Avenue Operational
Improvements Project need to submit a Responsibility Statement and Questionnaire (RSQ) to the TRIP
office on or before Tuesday, November 22, 2016 by 4 p.m. The City will only accept construction bids for
these projects from general contractors who have been approved through this process to be on the
Final Bidders List.
TRIP is in the process of implementing the Kit Fox Sump Habitat Plan, which was developed in
coordination with Caltrans, the California Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife
Service to address cumulative habitat loss for the San Joaquin kit fox due to the various TRIP projects.
The program has installed artificial dens at various city-owned locations, which will be monitored over
the next three years. The artificial dens provide safe habitat and refuge from predators in areas known
to support a kit fox presence.
On October 31st, the Fresno appellate court affirmed the City’s financing plan for the construction of the
Centennial Corridor/SR 58 Connector, but ruled that the City could not use gas tax revenues to make
payments on bond certificates issued for the project. Project work on design, right-of-way acquisition,
and demolition will continue as funding for these activities is already in place. Funding for the Kern River
Bridges package, which is expected to begin construction in spring 2017, is also not affected by the
decision. The Kern River Bridges package is expected to advertise later this year.
November 2016
TRIP Status Report
TRIP Status Report
November 2016
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PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Beltway Operational Improvements
Contractor: Security Paving Company
45% complete; anticipated completion: late 2017
This project includes various improvements along State Route 58, from State Route 99 to Cottonwood Road,
and on State Route 99, from north of Ming Avenue to Wilson Road.
Installation of temporary shoring continued through October for the new storm water pump plant on
northbound State Route 99 near Ming Avenue. Approximately 85 percent of the shoring has been installed. In
November, the contractor expects to begin excavating for the new pump plant.
Work was also underway for the retaining wall along the southbound State Route 99/Ming Avenue on-ramp.
The contractor has been working on drainage and the retaining wall footing, and plans to begin pouring concrete
for the walls in November.
Retaining and sound wall construction continues along State Route 58 on both sides of the freeway. Crews are
working both day and night shifts in various locations, between State Route 99 and Cottonwood Road. Night
work often requires freeway lane and ramp closures, which are generally in place Sunday through Thursday
nights between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Materials have been delivered to the construction site and the contractor expects to begin erecting falsework
for the new State Route 99 to State Route 58 Connector Bridge in November. Falsework provides a temporary
structure to hold the various steel and concrete components while the bridge is under construction and until it
becomes self-supporting.
Construction continues on the P Street and Madison Street bridge widenings. Work on these bridges is
performed during daytime hours and detours may be needed while work is underway.
State Route 178 Widening
Contractor: Granite Construction
62% complete; anticipated completion: spring-2017
In October, the contractor reconstructed the State Route 178/Alfred Harrell intersection. This was a full-
depth pavement replacement of the entire intersection and entailed grinding out and removing the old
pavement and aggregate base then installing new aggregate base and asphalt. The work was performed during
nighttime hours to minimize impacts to daytime traffic.
Additional roadwork in October included placing aggregate base and paving the south side of State Route 178
between Valley Street and Alfred Harrell Highway. In the coming weeks, the contractor will work on drainage
and begin constructing the median in this area of the project.
During November, the contractor will continue roadway excavation on the south side of the highway,
between Canteria Drive and Valley Street. Once excavation activities are complete, the contractor will install
curb and gutter and then place Class 2 aggregate base in this area.
The November schedule also includes placing the top lift of asphalt between Alfred Harrell Highway and
Miramonte Drive. Crews will also finish the slopes and install erosion control along the north side of the
highway.
Southbound State Route 99 Auxiliary Lane/Rosedale Highway Off-ramp Improvements
Contractor: Security Paving Company
50% complete; anticipated completion: early 2017
Work on the second retaining wall was underway throughout the month of October. This wall is expected to
be completed in November. The contractor also plans to begin constructing the new auxiliary lane along State
Route 99 in November. Nighttime freeway lane and ramp closures may be required in mid- to late-November as
roadway construction begins.
TRIP Status Report
November 2016
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PROJECTS IN DESIGN AND RIGHT-OF-WAY
24th Street Improvement Project
Designer: TYLin International
Design 65% complete; Right-of-Way 90% complete (full acquisitions); Anticipate bidding interchange: fall-2017
The order to lift the injunction on the 24th Street Improvement Project was signed on October 25, allowing
the project to move forward, with the exception of demolishing structures before November 29th
Design has been reinstated for the entire project; crews will begin potholing for utilities in the coming weeks
The City has advertised for a demolition contractor. It is anticipated that a demolition contract will be placed
on the December 14th agenda for City Council’s consideration.
Hageman Flyover
Designer: Caltrans
Design 80% complete; Right-of-Way 5% complete
Caltrans Structures group is working on the Draft Plans, Specifications, & Estimate (PS&E or 95% plans)
Caltrans Design has addressed all of the comments from the 60% Constructability Review Meeting and City
Focus Meetings. The Caltrans Roadway design group is also working on the Draft PS&E
The City is working with San Joaquin Valley Railroad on a Construction and Maintenance Agreement
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 95% complete; Right-of-Way 20% complete
The project will widen Truxtun Avenue to three lanes in each direction, from Empire Drive to east of Elm
Street, modify the curve at the Westwind Drive intersection, and provide a right-turn deceleration lane for
westbound traffic turning north onto Westwind Drive.
The City and Caltrans are reviewing the 95% plan set
Right-of-way – Partial Acquisitions
• 4 ownerships west of Oak Street; offers are being prepared
• 8 ownerships east of Oak Street: appraisals are being prepared
Centennial Corridor
Designer: Parsons
Design: 65% complete; Right-of-Way 94% complete for full acquisitions of single-family properties
Final design, right-of-way acquisition, and demolition activities are underway
City Council has approved 15 demolition contracts to remove 157 structures. More than 110 structures have
been demolished to date.
Initiated the Belle Terrace Package toward 100% design
Permits have been approved for the project
The construction funding package for the Kern River Bridges Package is being reviewed for approval
Right-of-Way
• Full Acquisitions required for the project: 199 single family residences, 9 multi-family ownerships
and 17 commercial/industrial ownerships
• Purchase agreements approved by City Council:
o 187 single family properties (94%)
o 9 multi-family properties (100%)
o 14 commercial/industrial properties (82%)
TRIP Status Report
November 2016
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PROJECT PHOTOS
Top: The abutments and columns have been completed for
the new State Route 99 to eastbound State Route 58
Connector Bridge. The contractor plans to begin setting
falsework in November.
Bottom Left: Crews pour concrete for a new retaining wall
along the southbound State Route 99 – Rosedale Highway
off-ramp.
Bottom right: Once the concrete has cured, forms are
removed to expose the textured face of the retaining wall.
TRIP Status Report
November 2016
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Top left: Newly paved roadway on the
south side of State Route 178, between
Valley Street and Alfred Harrell Highway.
Middle left: Night crews place Class 2
aggregate base at the intersection of
State Route 178 and Alfred Harrell
Highway intersection. The work was
performed in sections to keep the
intersection open during the operation.
Bottom left: Asphalt paving at the
intersection of State Route 178 and Alfred
Harrell Highway. The intersection was
reconstructed during nighttime hours
over a two week period in October.
Bottom right: Crews install artificial dens
for the San Joaquin kit fox at various city-
owned locations.
SIGN UP TODAY FOR A FREE
GROCERY TOUR!
Date: Saturday, November 5
Time: 10:00 am
Location:
Walmart Supercenter
(East Hills)
2601 Fashion Plaza,
Bakersfield, CA 93306
RSVP:
Lisa Phillips
Phone- 661-322-9874
Email-
LPhillips@BakersfieldCity.us
We will meet in front of the
store. You must register at the
front of store before taking
tour to receive free book and
reusable grocery bag.
Questions?
Call Lisa Phillips at
661-322-9874
CookingMatters.org
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COOKING MATTERS AT THE STORE
A guided grocery store tour teaching skills for buying healthy
foods on a budget.
Want to save money at the store? Want to buy healthy foods for your family?
Need some tasty and healthy recipes?
If you said yes, come join us for a free guided grocery store tour!
During the hour tour, you’ll practice skills like:
buying fruits and vegetables on a budget
comparing unit prices to find bargains
reading and comparing food labels
identifying whole grains
and sticking to your budget!
After the tour you will receive a:
FREE book full of tasty recipes and simple tips on buying
healthy, low-cost foods
FREE reusable grocery bag
FREE $10 worth of healthy groceries for the first 30 adults who Pre-register.
Call 661-322-9874 to pre-register
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Week of November 7_2016_Work Schedule
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STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE
Week of November 7, 2016 – November 11, 2016
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Chester Ave between 24th St and 30th St
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Harris Rd between Wible Rd and Gosford Rd
Reconstructing streets in the area north of Panorama Dr and west of Fairfax Rd
Grinding on Brimhall Rd in preparation for a Maintenance Grind & Pave operation
Miscellaneous Streets Division projects:
Video inspection of City owned sewer and storm lines to evaluate condition of pipes
Repairing damaged sewer line found during video inspection
Miscellaneous concrete repairs throughout the city
Concrete Repairs to various Bus Stops throughout City limits
Installing storm and sewer lines at next phase of Mesa Marin
Grading for sidewalk at Mesa Marin
Working with the Railroad to repair both crossings on Ashe Rd south of White Ln
Concrete work in the four HUD areas for curb and gutter, sidewalk, and handicap ramps prior to street
repairs; the four areas are (1) El Toro Dr Area (2) Oleander Ave Area (3) Castro Ln Area, (4) “P” St Area
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Week of November 7_2016_Work Schedule
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STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, November 7, 2016
Between Golden State Ave. & 16th St. – “F” St. & Oak St./Kern River Boundary
Between 34th St. & 30th St. – Chester Ave. & San Dimas St.
Between San Dimas St. & Beale Ave. – 34th St./Bernard St. & Niles St.
Between Olive Dr. & Riverlakes Dr. (ext.) – Riverlakes Dr. & Coffee Rd.
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
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, November 9, 2016
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, November 10, 2016
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 New Stine Rd. & Ashe Rd. – Taft Hwy. & Berkshire Rd.
Friday, November 11, 2016
No sweeping service due to Holiday.
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
sweepers 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.
BOX OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5 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
Broadway In Bakersfield
661-852-7308
Week of October 31st
UPCOMING EVENTS
November 2 – Condors vs San Antonio7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 4 – Condors vs Texas7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 5 – Condors vs Texas6:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 11 – Condors vs Tucson7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 12 – Condors vs Tucson6:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 16 – Condors vs Manitoba10:30 AM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 19 – Condors vs Stockton6:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 22 – Condors vs San Jose7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
November 26 – Condors vs San Diego7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
December 2 – Condors vs Charlotte7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 20 – Harlem Globetrotters2:00 PM
$90, $50, $40, $33, $25, $18 On Sale 11/1
September 30 – Tim McGraw/Faith Hill7:30 PM
$129.50, $99.50, $69.50 On Sale Now
November 5 – Bakersfield Symphony7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
November 6 - El Komander 7:00 PM
$99, $85, $70, $60, $45, $35 On Sale Now
December 18 – Merry-achi Christmas7:30 PM
$45.50, $35.50, $25.50 On Sale Now
December 22 – Rudolph The Musical7:30 PM
$55, $45, $35 On Sale Now
February 4 – Bakersfield Symphony7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
March 11 – Bakersfield Symphony7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
April 8 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
May 13 – Bakersfield Symphony7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
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