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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
January 6, 2017
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager
SUBJECT: General Information
*** Statement from Mayor Karen Goh Regarding Councilmember Jeff Tkac ***
The City of Bakersfield mourns the loss of a community leader and friend. We are
heartbroken by the passing of Councilmember Jeff Tkac. Jeff leaves behind a
wife and three beautiful children.
Jeff accomplished many things for our city as a business owner, Planning
Commissioner, and volunteer police officer. All who knew Jeff knew of his
passion for our city and the well-being of its people. He will truly be missed. Our
prayers are with his wife Heather and sons Justin, Hudson, and Parker. May God
comfort them through this incredibly difficult time.
*** Statement from Alan Tandy Regarding Councilmember Jeff Tkac ***
It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the unfortunate and untimely
passing of City Councilmember Jeff Tkac, who was found deceased in his home
Thursday morning, January 5, 2017.
Councilmember Tkac was a devoted family man, local business owner, and
long-time City official. Councilmember Tkac served as a Bakersfield City
Councilmember for only a short time; however, during his brief tenure, he
showed intellect and knowledge of the City and its operations.
Mr. Tkac began his service to the City nearly three decades ago as a Reserve
Bakersfield Police Officer and is one of the longest-serving members of the City
Planning Commission. During his 29 years as a Reserve Officer and 20 year
tenure as a Commissioner, Mr. Tkac was a true champion for Bakersfield. As a
graduate of Cal State Bakersfield and a successful local business owner, Mr.
Tkac established a reputation as one that always did his homework and
provided thoughtful consideration of every task before him.
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He was upbeat, positive, and forward thinking. He made positive and lasting
impressions on other elected officials and City staff and immediately bonded
with those around him. Councilmember Tkac has been a staple in this
community for many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Councilmember Tkac’s family as they mourn
his passing. It is important that we remember the contributions he made to the
City of Bakersfield. *** Statement from Vice Mayor Bob Smith on Behalf of the City Council Regarding Councilmember Jeff Tkac ***
My fellow Councilmembers and I join the Mayor and City Manager in mourning
the loss of our Council colleague Jeff Tkac. Jeff was a wonderful friend to many
and an impactful leader, whose service to our community included 29 years as
a Bakersfield Reserve Police Officer and 20 years as a Planning Commissioner.
We extend our sincerest condolences to the Tkac family, especially his wife
Heather and his three sons. May God bless them and our entire community. Notable Items
On Tuesday, Karen Goh was sworn in as the 26th Mayor of Bakersfield. We
look forward working with Mayor Goh and embracing her vision and
leadership. In addition, that evening ended the mayoral tenure for Harvey
Hall after 16 years of service. Thank you for your guidance and generosity
over the years.
The Special Bakersfield City Council meeting scheduled at 9:00 a.m. on
Tuesday, January 10th, has been cancelled. The meeting will be re-scheduled
to a later date.
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Attached you will find the monthly Thomas Roads Improvement Program
(TRIP) Status Report for the month of January. 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.
Thank you to the Edmonton Oilers and AEG (Los Angeles Kings) for hosting
the celebrity hockey event and Winterfest at Bakersfield College. An ice rink
was staged in the middle of Memorial Stadium, and they opened it up for
nearly three weeks of public skating and youth and adult hockey,
culminating in a pair of big outdoor hockey games, one of them featuring
Hall-of-Famer Wayne Gretzky. Also, the Bakersfield Condors will play an
official American Hockey League game against the Ontario Reign there on
January 7th. We hope the weather cooperates with such impressive events.
As you may have noticed, water is flowing down the Kern River due to
precipitation and melting snow both above and below Isabella Dam. The
inflow into Isabella peaked yesterday at just over 10,000 cubic feet per
second as opposed to 300 cubic feet per second just a few days earlier. Also,
below Isabella Dam near Hart Park, the flow yesterday peaked at 4,500
cubic feet per second. These flows were from tributaries draining into the
river. In addition, the City is recharging water in the ground and storing in
Lake Isabella for City demands. Attached you will find a memorandum
detailing the previous storm events and water supply in the Isabella Dam.
We would like to remind citizens the Public Works Department’s webpage
(http://www.bakersfieldcity.us/gov/depts/public_works/default.htm) on the
City’s website gives residents information about preparing for the potential
rain and storm events that have been forecasted for our area. The webpage
provides checklists for preparing property for and driving in wet weather, as
well as City contact information for specific issues that may arise during a
storm, such as blocked storm drains, downed trees or branches, street light
and traffic signal outages, as well at contact information for PG&E and The
Gas Company.
Traffic Advisories
Median Work on State Route 178 – Valley Street to Alfred Harrell Highway
On January 9th the contractor for the State Route 178 Widening Project plans
to begin working on the new highway median island between Valley Street
and Alfred Harrell Highway. The new median will result in permanent changes
to access along State Route 178 between Valley Street and Alfred Harrell
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Highway. Construction of the additional lanes for the new highway requires
installation of the median in this area to meet Caltrans standards. This median
will eliminate left turns to and from adjacent side streets. Left turns in both
directions will temporarily be allowed at Valley Street while additional project
work is underway. U-turns are not allowed at Valley Street, but a temporary
detour route will provide access for westbound motorists wanting to travel
eastbound or access streets on the south side of the highway (please see
attached detour map). Eastbound motorists can make U-turns at Alfred
Harrell Highway.
In the final condition, left turns at Valley Street will only be allowed from
eastbound State Route 178 to northbound Valley Street. Motorists will be able
to make U-turns at both the Masterson Street and Alfred Harrell Highway
intersections to access side streets in this area, and both of these intersections
can accommodate U-turn movements for recreational vehicle towing a
trailer.
Flagging personnel will need to stop traffic intermittently in this area while the
median is constructed. Motorists should anticipating having to stop for
construction work between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Vehicles will not be stopped for more than 10 minutes, but motorists are encouraged to
select an alternate route or allow extra time to reach their destinations while
this work is underway.
Reports
Streets Division work schedule for the week of January 9th
Event Notifications
Event calendar for the Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center
On January 21st (beginning 11:00 a.m.) a ribbon cutting ceremony is
scheduled for the re-opening of McMurtrey Aquatic Center. In addition, the
public can participate in the Polar Bear Plunge and be among the first to try
the new slides! There is a charge of $5.00/person; $20.00 for a warm
sweatshirt. Hot chocolate is available for free. Please see the attached flyer
for additional information.
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cc: Department Heads Pam McCarthy, Interim City Clerk
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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 Kern River Bridge Improvements phase for the Centennial Corridor project has been advertised for
construction. This phase of the project includes the construction of two new bridges, widening two
existing bridges, and making various improvements to the existing Westside Parkway. The engineers
estimate for this phase of the project is $40.3 million and bids are due February 16, 2017.
The contractor will start construction this month of a raised median island that will result in permanent
changes to access along State Route 178 between Valley Street and Alfred Harrell Highway. Construction
of the additional lanes for the new highway requires installation of a raised median in this area to meet
Caltrans standards. This will eliminate left turns to and from side streets in this area. Left turns in both
directions will temporarily be allowed at Valley Street while additional project work is underway. U-
turns are not allowed at Valley Street, but a temporary detour route will provide access for westbound
motorists wanting to travel eastbound or access streets on the south side of the highway. Eastbound
motorists can make U-turns at Alfred Harrell Highway.
In the final condition, left turns at Valley Street will only be allowed from eastbound State Route 178 to
northbound Valley Street. Motorists will be able to make U-turns at both the Masterson Street and
Alfred Harrell Highway intersections to access side streets in this area, and both of these intersections
can accommodate U-turn movements for a recreational vehicle towing a trailer.
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Rain and other inclement weather conditions can impact construction activities and project schedules. Many
activities cannot be performed in the rain, when the ground is wet, or when temperatures are too low. In
addition, Caltrans does not allow freeway and highway lane and ramp closures during rain or foggy conditions.
Construction activities may be canceled and rescheduled without prior notice. TRIP staff appreciates the public’s
patience as our contractors make the necessary scheduling adjustments to work around changing weather
conditions.
Beltway Operational Improvements
Contractor: Security Paving Company
54% complete; anticipated completion: early 2018
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.
The contractor completed the excavation and subgrade for the new storm water pump plant on northbound
State Route 99 near Ming Avenue. Construction of the reinforced concrete foundation for the pump plant is
expected to get underway in January.
January 2017
TRIP Status Report
TRIP Status Report
January 2017
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Work continued on the slopes and backfill for the retaining wall along the southbound State Route 99/Ming
Avenue on-ramp. Work on the drainage system in this area was also underway. This work will continue in
January and will be followed by the demolition of some of the old existing southbound on-ramp.
Retaining wall and sound wall construction also continued 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.
The contractor continues work on the westernmost wall on the south side of State Route 58. This wall must be
completed prior to erecting falsework for the new northbound/southbound State Route 99 to eastbound State
Route 58 Connector Bridge. (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.)
State Route 178 Widening
Contractor: Granite Construction
68% complete; anticipated completion: spring 2017
The contractor will begin working on the drainage system within the middle of State Route 178 and also begin
installing a new raised median island from Valley Street to just west of Alfred Harrell Highway this month. This
new raised median will result in permanent changes to access along State Route 178 in this area, as it will
eliminate left turns across the highway to and from side streets in this area. Left turns in both directions will
temporarily be allowed at Valley Street while additional project work is underway. U-turns are not allowed at
Valley Street, but a temporary detour route will provide access for westbound motorists wanting to travel
eastbound or access streets on the south side of the highway. Eastbound motorists can make U-turns at Alfred
Harrell Highway. In the final condition, left turns at Valley Street will only be allowed from eastbound State
Route 178 to northbound Valley Street. Motorists will then be able to make U-turns at both the Masterson
Street and Alfred Harrell Highway intersections to access side streets in this area, and both of these intersections
can accommodate U-turn movements for a recreational vehicle towing a trailer.
Paving crews will be active in multiple areas of the project in January. Weather permitting, the contractor
plans to place the final layer of asphalt in the area between Alfred Harrell and Miramonte Drive in January.
Aggregate base was placed last month on State Route 184 and the curb and gutter is being installed at Mesa
Marin Drive. Paving crews will then follow with the two bottom layers of asphalt.
Roadway excavation is now complete along State Route 178, between Canteria Drive and Valley Street, and
the contractor is placing Class 2 aggregate base and installing curb and gutter along the south side of the
highway. Paving crews are expected to begin working on the two bottom layers of asphalt in this area by the end
of the month.
Southbound State Route 99 Auxiliary Lane/Rosedale Highway Off-ramp Improvements
Contractor: Security Paving Company
70% complete; anticipated completion: early 2017
Paving is underway for the new southbound auxiliary lane and the off-ramp along State Route 99 from
Gilmore Avenue to Rosedale Highway. The contractor is working on the barrier rail and plans to install the
overhead sign structures in mid-January. Traffic is expected to be moved onto the new pavement this month to
allow reconstruction of the old existing roadway on the remainder of the off-ramp. Nighttime freeway lane and
ramp closures may be required for some of this work.
TRIP Status Report
January 2017
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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)
Design on all phases of the project is underway
Pursuing State construction funding for the State Route 99 interchange improvement portion of the project
Hageman Flyover
Designer: Caltrans
Design 85% complete; Right-of-Way 0% complete
Caltrans Structures group is working on the Draft Plans, Specifications, & Estimate (PS&E) for the 95%
structures submittal in spring 2017
Caltrans Design group is also working on the Draft PS&E for the 95% roadway submittal in spring 2017
The City is working with San Joaquin Valley Railroad on a Construction and Maintenance Agreement and the
California Public Utilities Commission permit application
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 98% complete; Right-of-Way 20% complete
Preparing Categorical Exemption for NEPA clearance
Right-of-way – Partial Acquisitions
• 4 ownerships west of Oak Street; 1 offer completed
• 10 ownerships east of Oak Street: appraisals complete
Centennial Corridor
Designer: Parsons
Design: 65% complete; Right-of-Way 98% complete for full acquisitions of single-family properties
Final design, right-of-way acquisition, and demolition activities are underway
100% design package and the 90% structures package for the Belle Terrace bridge replacement over State
Route 99 were submitted in December
Certification for environmental completion approved
The construction funding package for the Kern River Bridge Improvements phase has been approved
Kern River Bridge Improvements phase has been advertised for construction
The City and Kern COG have submitted a grant application for the Centennial Corridor Project through the
U.S. Department of Transportation. The Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the
Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) grant program provides funding for projects
that address critical freight issues on the nation’s highways and bridges.
Right-of-Way
• Full Acquisitions required for the project: 192 single family residences, 9 multi-family ownerships
and 18 commercial/industrial ownerships
• Purchase agreements approved by City Council:
o 189 single family properties (98%)
o 9 multi-family properties (100%)
o 14 commercial/industrial properties (78%)
• 193 structures have been approved for demolition; 160 structures have been demolished
TRIP Status Report
January 2017
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PROJECT PHOTOS
Top: The new lane on the south side of SR
178, between Canteria Drive and Valley
Street, has been prepared for aggregate
base and paving
Middle Left: Roadway excavation on the
south side of State Route 178, adjacent to
the Mesa Marin Sports Complex, was
completed during December 2016
Bottom Left: Crews place curb and gutter on
the south side of SR 178
Bottom Right: Crews install temporary
erosion control measures along SR 178 prior
to winter storms
TRIP Status Report
January 2017
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Top left: New pavement on the southbound SR 99
to Rosedale Highway off-ramp
Top right: New sound walls along westbound SR 58
Middle left: Temporary pumps handle storm water
runoff while the new storm water pump plant is
under construction
Middle right: Wall construction continues near the
junction of SR 58 and SR 99 - upon completion of
this wall, the contractor will begin setting
falsework for the new adjacent bridge
Bottom right: Demolition of City-owned properties
continued through December, and included the
Wild West Shopping Center
January 5, 2017
14,134
109,305
21,423
41,637
5,234
599
BVWSD Storage 10,003 acre-feet (estimate)
Cal Water NEWTP = 28 acre-feet
Cal Water NWWTP = 0 acre-feet
Olcese (RBGC) = 2 acre-feet
County of Kern = 2 acre-feet
Week of January 9_2017_Work Schedule
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STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE
Week of January 9, 2017 – January 13, 2017
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Chester Ave between 24th St and 30th St, (weather permitting)
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Harris Rd between Wible Rd and Gosford Rd, (weather permitting)
Resurfacing Brimhall Rd between Allen Rd and Calloway Dr, (weather permitting)
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
Leaf pick up throughout the city, crews are cycling areas, note leaves are heavier now so it is taking
longer to cycle the City.
Concrete repairs to various bus stops throughout City limits
Grading for sidewalk at Mesa Marin
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
THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
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STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, January 9, 2017
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, January 10, 2017
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, January 11, 2017
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, January 12, 2017
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 & Ashe Rd. – Taft Hwy. & Berkshire Rd.
Friday, January 13, 2017
Between Ming Ave. & White Ln. – Buena Vista Rd & Old River Rd.
Between Stine Rd. & 99 Hwy. – Belle Terrace & Adidas Ave.
Between Panama Ln. & Berkshire Rd. – Ashe 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
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 January 2nd
UPCOMING EVENTS
January 10 – Condors vs San Antonio 7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
January 13 – Condors vs Stockton 7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
January 20-21 - Monster Trucks 7:30 PM
$40, $21, $18, $16, $11 On Sale Now
February 3 – Condors vs Stockton 7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 7 – Condors vs San Diego 7:00 PM
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
February 16 – Blake Shelton 7:30 PM
$77.50, $57.50, $27.50 On Sale Now
February 17 – Condors vs San Diego 7:00 PM
February 18 – WWE Live 7:30 PM
$95, $65, $50, $35, $25, $15 On Sale 1/6
February 20 – Harlem Globetrotters 2:00 PM
$90, $50, $40, $33, $25, $18 On Sale Now
March 3-4 – CIF Wrestling Champs All Session Pass
$69, $60, $51, $48, $45, $42, $36 On Sale Now
March 18 – Elton John
$149.50, $79.50, $49.50 On Sale Now
September 30 – Tim McGraw/Faith Hill 7:30 PM
$129.50, $99.50, $69.50 On Sale Now
$35, $25, $20, $16, $12 On Sale Now
January 5 – Annie 7:30 PM
$65, $55, $35 On Sale Now
February 4 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
February 10 – Super Love Jam 7:30 PM
$69.50, $52.50, $42.50, $35.50, $30.50 On Sale Now
February 11 – Espinoza Paz 8:00 PM
$125, $95, $80, $65, $50, $30 On Sale Now
February 24 – Adrian Uribe 8:00 PM
$95, $80, $70, $60, $50, $40 On Sale Now
March 11 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 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 Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
May 18 – Cinderella 7:30 PM
$65, $55, $35 On Sale Now
July 22 - Pepe Aguilar 8:00 PM
$199, $125, $95, $75, $60, $50 On Sale Now
www.rabobankarena.com - www.bhnamphitheatre.com
Game at Memorial Stadium 6 PM
Tickets available at Box Office
and AXS.com
$65, $45, $35, $25
Includes Celebrity Game 1/6 6 PM
GRAND
REOPENING
&
Ribbon Cutting
Ceremony
At 11am
Be the first to ride the
new slides!
2017
PLUNGE DETAILS
Saturday, January 21st 2017
Ages 7 & Up
$5 to Plunge; $20 for Sweatshirt
Pre-Registration begins on December 28th
Event starts at 11:00 a.m.
Day of registration opens at 10:30 a.m.
and closes at 11:30 a.m.
McMurtrey
Aquatic Center
661-852-7430
www.bakersfieldparks.us