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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/21/02 MINUTES CC BAKERSFIELD CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MEETING OF AUGUST 21, 2002 Council Chambers, City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue Pre-Meeting - 5:15 p.m. Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m. 227 PREMEETING 1. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Mayor Hall, Vice Mayor Salvaggio, Councilmembers Carson, Benham, Maggard, Couch, Hanson, Sullivan (seated at 5:25 p.m.) None 2. WORKSHOP None. Motion by Salvaggio to recess to Closed Session at 5:t6 p.m. 3. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation; Closed Session pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 54956.9; Joanne Edna Mullins vs. City of Bakersfield, et al; Kern County Superior Court Case No. 242706-JES. Public Employee Performance Evaluation - City Attorney; Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. ACTION TAKEN APPROVED AB SULLIVAN NAT CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER ~8, 2002 Motion by Salvaggio to adjourn from Closed Session 7:04 p.m. APPROVED REGULAR MEETING INVOCATION by Pastor Mike Osthimer, Westbrook Chapel 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE by Matt Clark, 5th Grader at Discovery Elementary School Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 2 ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Mayor Hall, Vice Mayor Salvaggio, Councilmembers Carson, Benham, Maggard, Couch, Hanson, Sullivan None ACTION TAKEN CLOSED SESSION ACTION Mayor Hall announced Closed Session Action as reflected on page 1. PRESENTATIONS Presentation by Mayor Hall and Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency Chairperson Mishoe of Certificates of Appreciation to Old Town Kern- Pioneer and Southeast Bakersfield Project Area Committee Members. Southeast PAC Members: Gil C. Anthony; Louis Brown; Stephanie Campbell; Isaiah Crompton; Marvin Dean; Dave Edwards; Devon Johnson; Ralph Martinez; Wil Moton; Charles A. Owens; Ricky Lynn Peterson; Kimika Porter; Art Powell; Rev. Curtis Richard; Rev. Isaac Sandifer; Henry Shipes; Jonathan Webster. Old Town Kern-Pioneer PAC Members: Odo Burch; Jerry Royce Burt; Robert A. Castro; Don Cohen; Adrienne Maria Herd; Tony Manzano; Linda Morales; Jerry E. Randall; Nella H. Warren; Sabrina Welch PUBLIC STATEMENTS a. Sheri Best spoke regarding toxic mold. Maggard requested staff keep Ms. Best abreast of inquires regarding this issue. b. Brad Troxel spoke regarding paving projects and submitted written material. Salvaggio requested staff provide a written response to Mr. Troxel's written statements. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 3 PUBLIC STATEMENTS continued Becky Kaiser spoke regarding Hearing item a., proposed zone change at Brimhall Road and Jewetta. Couch requested staff provide a report responding to Ms. Kaiser's concerns at the September 4, 2002, meeting. Granville A. Brinkman, representing Carriage Development, stated an agreement has been reached regarding hearing Item e. Zone Change 02-0283. Public Works Director Rojas stipulated to the agreement as acceptable. Collon Kidwell spoke regarding a traffic citation at White Lane and Wilson. Salvaggio referred Mr. Kidweli's concerns to the City Manager and the Police Department. The following individuals spoke regarding the Airport: Donna Weeks; Joseph King; Bruce Murray, submitted petitions; Raul Sanchez, John Laver; Bob Clark. Salvaggio requested staff provide a written response to Ms. Weeks concerns, and include the history of the purchase of the Airport, when, how much was paid, where funding came from and improvements made since City purchased. The following individuals spoke regarding a Downtown Swimming Pool: Jim LaCasse; Mithcell & Anne Styles; Becky Helvie. Wesley Crawford Muhammad spoke regarding volunteers. APPOINTMENTS Two appointments to the Citizens Community Services Advisory Committee due to the resignations of Imogean McGill and Paul Cato. Motion by Carson to appoint Marque R. Stansberry to the Citizens Community Services Advisory Committee, term expiring November 2002. ACTION TAKEN A PPRO VED 229 230 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 4 APPOINTMENTS continued Motion by Maggard to appoint Harry O. Starkey to the Citizens Community Services Advisory Committee, term expiring November 2002. ACTION TAKEN APPROVED CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes: a. July 31, 2002 Council Meeting. Payments: Payments from July 19, to August 8, 2002 in the amount of $9,742,563.23; and Self Insurance payments from July 19, to August 8, 2002 in the amount of $383,626. Ordinances: First reading of an ordinance adopting a Negative Declaration and amending Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 123-18) of Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code by changing the zoning from R-2 (Limited Multiple Family) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling) on 3.24 acres located on the east side of Buena Vista Road, between White Lane and Campus Park Drive. (ZC 02-0529) (Ward 5) Resolutions: Resolution of Intention No. 1279 adding territory, Area 5-07 (Berkshire, Moonstone) to the Consolidated Maintenance District and preliminarily adopting, confirming and approving public Works Director's Report. (Ward 7) Resolution of Intention No. 1280 adding territory, Area 1-29 (Olive, Old Farm) to the Consolidated Maintenance District and preliminarily adopting, confirming and approving the Public Works Director's Report. (Ward 4) FR ROI 1279 ROI 1280 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 5 CONSENT CALENDAR continued Resolution confirming the approval by the Assistant City Manager or his designee of the report of the Chief Code Enforcement Officer regarding assessments of certain properties in the City of Bakersfield for which structures have been secured against entry or for the abatement of certain weeds, debris and waste matter and authorize collection of the assessments by the Kern County Tax Collector. (Wards 1,2,3,4,6,7) Resolution approving the destruction of certain obsolete City records, documents, instruments, books and papers, pursuant to Sections 34090 et seq. of the Government Code of the State of California (Finance Department). Resolution determining that certain new or used vehicles for public safety undercover work cannot be reasonably obtained through the usual bidding procedures and authorizing the Finance Director to dispense with bidding therefore, not to exceed $350,700. Resolution determining that the purchase of 200 Motorola Portable Radios cannot be reasonably obtained through usual bidding procedures and authorizing the Finance Director to dispense with bidding therefore, not to exceed $476,000. Resolution determining that bike path call boxes manufactured by Comarco Wireless Technologies cannot be reasonably obtained through the usual bidding procedures and authorizing the Finance Director to dispense with bidding thereof, not to exceed $104,165 for 24 call boxes. (Wards 2,3,4) Resolution authorizing correction to Contract No. 97-39 (Amendment No. 3) with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). ACTION TAKEN RES 134-02 RES 135-02 RES 136-02 RES 137-02 RES 138-02 RES 13g-02 231 232 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 6 CONSENT CALENDAR continued Agreements: I. Tract Maps/Improvement Agreements: Final Map and Improvement Agreements with Almond Tree Village for Tract 6092, Phase 1, located south of Berkshire Road, west of South Union Avenue. (Ward 7) Final Map and Improvement Agreements with The Fairways @ Riverlakes L.P. for Tract 6050, Phase 1, located south of Norris Road, west of Coffee Road. (Ward 4) Construction Agreement with TRANE Commercial Services Company, $393,301 for the design/build Rehabilitation of the Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System at Bakersfield City Hall. (Ward 1 ) Agreement with Castle & Cooke California, Inc., $50,000 to purchase real property in Tract 5882, Phase 3-A, located east of Allen Road, south of Brimhall Road for domestic water well site. (Ward 4) Amendment No. 6 to Service Agreement No. 97-140 with Tiburon, Inc. not to exceed $81,860, for annual service of software. p. Kroll Way Bridge Construction: (Ward 5) Contract Change Order No. 2 to Agreement No. 02-093 with Granite Construction Company, $16,412.30, total contract amount of $268,091.26 for the Kroll Way Bridge Construction at the Arvin-Edison Canal, west of Gosford Road. Appropriate $20,000 Transportation Development Fund balance to the Capital Improvement Budget. ACTION TAKEN AGR 02-238 AGR 02-239 AGR 02-240 AGR 02-236 AGR 02-237 REMOVED FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION AGR 02-242 DEED 5699 AGR 97-140(6) AGR 02-093 CCO 2 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 7 ~ ~ 3 CONSENT CALENDAR continued ACTION TAKEN Northeast Bike Path: (Ward 3) Contract Change Order No. 4 to Agreement No. 00-244 with Guinn Construction Company, $17,030.24, total contract amount of $480,548.30 for the Northeast Bike Path. AGR 00-244 CCO 4 Appropriate $11,529 California Water Service Co. share of project cost to the Gas Tax Fund Capital Improvement Budget. Bids: Accept bid to award Contract to Griffith Company, $1,054,250 for resurfacing South H Street from Panama Lane to Ming Avenue and 21st Street from Oak Street to F Street. (Wards 2,7) CON 02.243 Appropriate $400,000 AB 2928 Allocation to the Gas Tax Fund Capital Improvement Budget, and appropriate $1,022,521 Surl:ace Transportation Grant to the ISTEA Fund Capital Improvement Budget. Award annual contract to Safeway Sign Company, not to exceed $50,750 for traffic signs for the Public Works Department. Accept bid to award contract to Griffith Company, $1,077,777 for Panama Lane and Stine Road resurfacing project. (Ward 7) CON 02-261 CON 02-262 Appropriate $1,198,695 Surface Transportation Federal Grant to the ISTEA Fund Capital Improvement Budget and $7,000 Sewer Enterprise fund balance to the Capital Improvement Budget. 234 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 8 CONSENT CALENDAR continued Accept bid to award contract to A-C Electric Company, $90,770 for traffic signal and lighting installations on Hageman Road and Verdugo Lane. (Ward 4) Appropriate $26,500 Congestion Management Air Quality Federal Grant to the ISTEA Fund Capital Improvement Budget and $15,000 Transportation Development fund balance to the Capital Improvement Budget. Miscellaneous: Appropriate $6,075 Off Street Parking fund balance to the Economic Development Operating Budget for the installation of awnings at the 18th and Eye Street Parking Structure. (Ward 2) Request by Pacific Gas & Electric for an easement on the west side of Rio Bravo Rosedale Water Storage District's Channel at the Cross Valley Canal to install underground electrical service. (Ward 4) Approval of Senior Police Officer Position Reclassification. Authorization to send consent letter authorizing assignment of franchise to Time Warner Entertainment-Advance/Newhouse. Maggard announced conflict of interest on Consent Calendar Item u. due to potential source of income. Motion by Salvaggio to adopt Consent Calendar Items a. through y., with a correction to Item j. correcting the amount to $110,900, and separate consideration of Item m. Construction Agreement with TRANE Commercial Services Company, $393,301 for the design/build Rehabilitation of the Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System at Bakersfield City Hall. (Ward 1 ) ACTION TAKEN CON 02-246 DEED 5700 APPROVED AGR 02-24~ Motion by Hanson to adopt Consent Calendar APPROVED Item m. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 9 HEARINGS Continued hearing regarding Concurrent General Plan AmendmentJZone Change P01-0916: (Ward 4) The City Of Bakersfield has proposed a General Plan Amendment and an ordinance amendment for approximately five acres, located at the northwest corner of Jewetta Avenue and Brimhall Road. Denial of the zone change has been appealed by staff. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change land use designations from SR (Surburban Residential) to OC (Office Commercial). Ordinance adopting the Negative Declaration and overturning the Planning Commission decision by amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map 101- 26 from RS-5A (Residential Suburban - five acres minimum) to C-O/PCD (Professional and Administrative Office Commercial/Planned Commercial Development) on five acres. Hearing opened at 8:35 p.m. Resolution upholding the decision of the Planning Commission approving Revised Vesting Tentative Tract Map 6018 and the Negative Declaration and denying the appeal by the Riverlakes Ranch Master Association. (Ward 4) Correspondence dated August 15, 2002 has been received from Riverlakes Ranch Master Association, appellant, in agreement to continuance of hearing to September 4, 2002. ACTION TAKEN CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2002 CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2002 , 35 Hearing opened at 8:35 p.m. 236 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 10 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN Continued hearing regarding an ordinance upholding the decision of the Planning Commission, adopting a Negative Declaration and amending Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 103-22) of Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code by changing the zoning from an R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to a PCD (Planned Commercial Development) Zone on 7.5 acres, located on the southeast corner of Mount Vernon Avenue and State Highway 178, appealed by Rich/Matz Bakersfield LLC (File #02-0263) (Ward 3) CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2002 Hearing opened at 8:35 p.m. Motion by Couch to continue Hearings a., b., and APPROVED c. to September 4, 2002. Concurrent General Plan Amendment/Zone CONTINUED TO Change P01-1036: (Ward 4) SEPTEMBER 4, 2002 SmithTech/USA, Inc. has proposed a General Plan Amendment from LR (Low Density Residential) to OC (Office Commercial) and an ordinance amendment from R-loCH (One-Family Dwelling-Church) to C-O (Professional and Administrative Office) for approximately 7.92 acres, located along the southwest corner of Calloway Drive and Noriega Road, appealed by the residents of the area. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change land use designations from LR to OC on 7.92 acres. First reading of an ordinance adopting the Negative Declaration upholding the Planning Commission's recommended C-O/PCD (Planned Commercial District) zone and amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map 102- 18 from R-l-CH to the Planning Commission recommended C-O/PCD on 7.92 acres. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 11 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN Correspondence dated August 19, 2002 and petitions were received from Residents of Polo Greens and surrounding area in opposition of the land use designation and proposed zone change. Hearing opened at 8:38 p.m. The following individuals spoke in opposition of staff recommendation: Chuck Adkins, Gary Flaming and Victor Almega. Couch requested Development Services, Planning Department, conduct a neighborhood meeting and contact people on petitions submitted. Motion by Couch to continue hearing to APPROVED September 4, 2002. Concurrent General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 02-0283: 0Nard 4) Careage Development Co., LLC (Glenwood Gardens) has proposed a General Plan Amendment from LR (Low Density Residential) to LMR (Low Medium Density Residential) and an ordinance amendment of its PUD (Planned Unit Development) on 20.30 acres at 350 Calloway Drive, located east of Calloway Drive, north of the Cross Valley Canal. The applicant appealed a condition of the zone change. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change land use designations from LR to LMR. RES t40.02 First reading of an ordinance adopting the Negative Declaration, denying the applicant's appeal and amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map No. 102-31 from PUD to PUD. FR Stan Grady, Planning Director, gave a brief update. 237 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 12 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN e. Hearing opened at 8:52 p.m. No one spoke at hearing. Hearing closed at 8:53 p.m. Motion by Couch to adopt the resolution APPROVED and first reading of the ordinance. Concurrent General Plan Amendment/Zone Change No. 02-0218: (Ward 3) Jim Trigueiro has proposed to amend the General Plan by changing the land use map designation from LMR (Low Medium Density Residential) to GC (General Commercial) on 2.3 acres of the 3.89 acre project site. The applicant is also proposing a zone change from R-1 (One Family Dwelling) 2.99 acres and C-2 (Regional Commercial) .9 acres to PCD (Planned Commercial Development) to develop a mini-storage facility on the site located west of Union Avenue, south of W. Columbus Street, at the western end of W. Jeffrey Street. Resolution adopting the Negative Declaration and approving the amendment to the Land Use Element of the Metropolitan Bakersfield 2010 General Plan by changing the land use map designation from LMR (Low Medium Density Residential) to GC (General Commercial) on 2.3 acres. RES 141-02 First reading of an ordinance adopting the Negative Declaration and amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map No. 103-19 from R-1 (2.99 acres) and C-2 (.9 acres) to PCD (Planned Commercial Development). FR Stan Grady, Planning Director, gave a brief update. Hearing opened at 8:55, p.m. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002- Page 13 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN f. No one spoke at hearing. Hearing closed at 8:55 p.m. Motion by Maggard to adopt resolution and first reading of ordinance. the APPROVED the Concurrent General Plan Amendment/Zone Change No. 02-0291: (Ward 1) Mclntosh and Associates has proposed to amend the Land Use Element of the Metropolitan Bakersfield 2010 General Plan by changing the land us map designation from HI (Heavy Industrial) to GC (General Commercial) on 19.59 acres, HI to LR (Low Density Residential) on 64.22 acres, and LI (Light Industrial) to LR on 16.06 acres. The applicant is also requesting to change the zoning from M-3 (Heavy Industrial) to C-2 (Regional Commercial) on 4.61 acres, M-2 (General Manufacturing) to C-2 on 14.98 acres, M-3 to R-l/PUD (One Family Dwelling/ Planned Unit Development) on 49.51 acres, M-2 to R-l/PUD on 14.71 acres, and M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to R- 1/PUD on 16.06 acres located south of Highway 58, between Oswell Street and Sterling Road. 1. Resolution adopting the Negative RES142-02 Declaration and approving the amendment to the Land Use Element of the Metropolitan Bakersfield 2010 General Plan by changing the land use map designation from HI (Heavy Industrial) to GC (General Commercial) on 19.59 acres, HI to LR (Low Density Residential) on 64.22 acres, and LI (Light Industrial) to LR on 16.06 acres. 239 240 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 14 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN First reading of an ordinance adopting the Negative Declaration and amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map No. 124-02 from M-3 (Heavy Industrial) to C-2 (Regional Commercial) on 4.61 acres, M-2 (General Manufacturing) to C-2 on 14.98 acres, M-3 to R-l/PUD (One Family Dwelling/Planned Unit Development) on 49.51 acres, M-2 to R-l/PUD on 14.71 acres, and M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to R-l/PUD on 16.06 acres. FR Stan Grady, Planning Director, gave a brief update. Hearing opened at 8:58, p.m. No one spoke at hearing. Hearing closed at 8:58 p.m. Motion by Carson to adopt the resolution APPROVED and first reading of the ordinance. Mayor Hall recessed the meeting at 8:59 p.m. and reconvened at 9:09 p.m. Concurrent Generat Plan Amendment/Zone Change P02-0290: (Ward 7) Arredondo Ventures, Inc. has proposed a General Plan Amendment from LMR (Low Medium Density Residential) to OC (Office Commercial) with a zone change from R-2 (Limited Multiple-Family) to C-O (Professional and Administrative Office) on 2.67 acres, located along the east side of Wible Road approximately 400 feet south of Panama Lane. The requirement for a PCD and denial of the zone change has been appealed by the applicant. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change land use designations from LMR to OC. RES t43-02 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 15 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN Resolution upholding the Planning Commission's disapproval of the requested C-O Zone and denying the appeal. RES 144-02 ORD FR Stan Grady, Planning Director, gave a brief update. Hearing opened at 9:13 p.m. Harry Ellingston spoke in opposition of staff recommendation. Mike Callagey spoke in support of staff recommendation. Hearing closed at 9:22 p.m. Motion by Salvaggio to adopt the resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change the land use designations from LMR to OC; and adopt the resolution upholding the appeal of Arredondo Ventures, Inc., approve C-O Zone with PCD Overlay and first reading of zone change ordinance. APPROVED Resolution upholding the Planning Commission's approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map 6108 and the Negative Declaration, appealed by the residents of Froehlich Ranch, The Palms. 0Nard 4) RES 145-02 Stan Grady, Planning Director, stated an agreement has been reached between the applicants, school district and the neighborhood residents representing the neighborhood, and requested Council approve the resolution as amended as outlined in the Memorandum from himself to Council, dated August 19, 2002, amending Condition No. 18 regarding pedestrian access, 18.1 and Condition 16. regarding an 8 foot wall instead of a 6 foot wall. 241 Hearing opened at 9:35 p.m. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 16 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN The following individuals spoke in support of staff recommendation: Michael Carlousky, Pat Thompson, Jeff Williams and Nell Walker. Hearing closed at 9:40 p.m. Motion by Couch to adopt the resolution APPROVED as amended. Concurrent General Plan Amendment/Zone Change P02-0316: (Ward 7) Mark Costa has proposed a General Plan Amendment and an ordinance amendment for 4.12 acres, located along the north side of Ming Avenue to June Avenue, west of Anita Lane. The applicant appealed the condition to construct full street improvements along the frontage of the site. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the General Plan Amendment to change land use designation from SR (Suburban Residential) to OC (Office Commercial). RES '/46-02 First reading of an ordinance granting the appeal, adopting the Negative Declaration and amending Title 17 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code and Zoning Map 123-01 from RS (Residential Suburban) to C-O/PCD (Professional and Administrative Office Planned Commercial Development) zone. FR Correspondence was received August 19, 2002 from Neighbors of 2210 Ming Avenue in opposition of the zone change also correspondence dated August 20, 2002 from Inez T. Etchechury requesting clarification of staff and property owners' agreement regarding annexation and proposed zone change. Hearing opened at 9:45 p.m. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 17 HEARINGS continued ACTION TAKEN The following individuals spoke in support of staff's recommendation: Roger Mclntosh representing Mark Costa and Maurice Etchechury representing Inez Etchechury. Hearing closed at 9:47 p.m. Salvaggio requested staff keep him apprised of LAFCO's process. Motion by Salvaggio to adopt resolution and first reading of ordinance. the APPROVED the General Plan Amendment P01-1025: 0Nard 1) The City of Bakersfield has proposed an amendment to the Circulation Element of the General Plan by changing the designation of Brundage Lane between Oak Street and the intersection of Brundage Lane and Edison Highway from "arterial" to "collector". Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the Planning Commission recommended General Plan Amendment to change the Circulation Element designation of Brundage Lane between Wible Road/Oak Street and the intersection of Brundage Lane and Union Avenue from "arterial" to "collector". Stan Grady, Planning Director, gave a brief update. Hearing opened at 10:08 Clarence Cullimore spoke in opposition of staff recommendation. Hearing closed at 10:12 p.m. Benham requested Hearing Item k. be referred to the Urban Development Committee. APPROVED Maggard requested staff notify Mr. Cullimore of the next Urban Development Committee meeting. 243 244 10. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 18 REPORTS ACTION TAKEN None. 11. DEFERRED BUSINESS a. Resolution increasing hangar and tie-down RES 147-02 fees for the Bakersfield Municipal Airport. (Ward 1 ) Motion byCarson to adopt Me resolution and re~rfu~re operation of Me Airport ~ Me Urban Development Commit~e ~r rewew. 12. NEW BUSINESS Authorization to send letter to all City Clerk's in the State of California regarding the "In God We Trust" project in the City of Bakersfield. Sullivan requested staff assist in completing the project by sending copies of the letter via e-mail to ail City Clerks in California for distribution to their Councils. APPROVED NS BENHAM MAGGARD 13. COUNCIL & MAYOR STATEMENTS Maggard thanked Public Works for road repairs before school started. Benham requested Recreation and Parks provide a report regarding the fitter situation in parks on the weekend. Benham referred to staff the issue of pot holes and rough spots on the bike trail for repair. Benham referred to staff a neighborhood request for a stop sign at the corner of 2"d and H Streets and 8~ and H Street, and requested a staff report. Benham acknowledged a letter from Kenneth and Deborah Payne, Neighborhood Watch, commending Gary Fenstermaker, Code Enforcement Officer, for the wonderful job he has done to improve their neighborhood. Benham stated this was typical of the many jobs City employees do. 13. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 19 COUNCIL & MAYOR STATEMENTS continued ACTION TAKEN Hanson requested staff assist him at 6:00 or 7:00 a.m. tomorrow morning to take a picture at Gosford Avenue Hanson asked staff who was responsible for watering the trees on the medians on Gosford Road during road repairs. Public Works Director Rojas responded. Hanson referred to comments made regarding City paving project and stated crews for road maintenance have not been added and equipment purchased is backup equipment, and the City is being cost effective. Hanson stated if anyone would like to contact him regarding the airpark, he is in the telephone directory. Carson referred to staff a request for a stop sign at Kincade and Texas Streets and requested a report back. Carson referred to staff the issue of changing a one-way stop sign to a four-way stop sign Belle Terrace and E1 Torro Streets. Carson referred to staff the issue of installing a curb at fOfO Belle Terrace. Carson referred to City Attorney Thiltgen correspondence from Ms. Campbell regarding conflict of interest and confidentiality, to advice Council as to impact and legal significance, also requested a copy of the current policy regarding confidentiality. Couch complimented Granite Construction for their work on Gosford Road between Stockdale Highway and Ming Avenue. Couch referred to a previous referral regarding access to Coffee Road to be considered as a General Plan Amendment or Specific Plan and Zoning amendment, the residents would like it to be linked to a consideration of severing access from North Shore and South Shore, and amended his referral to provide for a more complete review. 245 13. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 20 COUNCIL & MAYOR STATEMENTS continued ACTION TAKEN Couch reminded the Palm's residents, if there was a repaving project on Allen Road the crash gate would have to be temporarily opened to allow egress from Allen Road, and people would be traveling through the neighborhood. Couch referred to staff the issue of trash on the south side of Stockdale Highway, north of Cai State Bakersfield. Couch made comments regarding the joint City/County Planning Commission meeting and expressed support for these meetings. Couch referred to the Water Department the issue regarding a compromise with Kern Delta Water issue with the Metropolitan Water District, and requested staff respond to questions. Couch referred to a memorandum from Jack LaRochelle regarding San Joaquin Railroad, and requested staff update a gentleman, Couch will provide the name and phone number. Couch requested Public Works Director Rojas meet with him regarding oil wells on the south side, or in the Westside Parkway Alignment. Salvaggio stated Paul Owatte, from Fresno, will be coming into Bakersfield to meet with staff and himself. Salvaggio stated per a prior referral, the speed limit could not be changed on Hughes Lane at Pattie Court, but other issues will be resolved. Salvaggio requested staff provide a complete update regarding the Highway 99~White Lane Interchange Project, specifically the issue with the on-ramps. Salvaggio thanked the Police Department for the baseball caps. Salvaggio thanked Donna Kunz. Economic Development Director, for all her hard work. Mayor Hall expressed his appreciation to Vice- Mayor Salvaggio for filling in for him while on vacation. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 21 14. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hall referred to staff the issue of the dust control/water control at project on Ming and Gosford. Mayor Hall reminded Council, the Chairperson of the High Speed Rail Authority will be here on October 2nd and is hopeful all of the Councilmembers will be present. Mayor Hall adjourned the meeting at ll:35p.m. MAVOR of'the Cit~ of Byersfield, CA ATTEST: CITY CLERK and Ex Offic~ Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield ACTION TAKEN 2.47 Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2002 - Page 22