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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
October 13, 2017
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager
SUBJECT: General Information
Notable Items
In regard to the ongoing fires in Northern California, the Bakersfield Fire Department
has provided mutual aid by deploying one Type 1 Engine Company and two Type 3
Engine Companies in Napa County. Ten Bakersfield firefighters are battling this
30,000 acre blaze with over 900 firefighters from other agencies as well. There have
been 576 structures destroyed; 29,192 structures remain threatened by this firestorm.
Our thoughts are with those impacted by these devastating fires.
City staff across multiple departments recently reviewed its pedestrian and bicyclist
safety programs and activities. This review has resulted in various recommendations
on how to mitigate serious injuries and fatalities. Attached is a Bicycle and
Pedestrian Safety Report that summarizes Bakersfield’s recent fatality history of
pedestrians and bicyclists; reviews recent and upcoming projects and activities; and
explores lessons learned to increase safety. This report will also be further explained
at the City Council meeting on November 1st.
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Bids were opened this week for the Truxtun Avenue Operational Improvements
Project. This project reduces congestion associated with the Westside Parkway in the
morning and afternoon in the downtown area. In addition, a third lane is added in
each direction from State Route 99 to Oak Street. The bid award will be presented
for City Council consideration on November 1st.
As displayed below, earthwork has begun to construct a berm along the Westside
Parkway adjacent to Brighton Parks. The purpose of the berm is to reduce noise
impacting nearby neighborhoods. Once the earthwork is complete, City staff will
advertise the project to construct a screen wall on top of the berm.
We are pleased to announce that as of next Monday, Bakersfield Mobile, the City’s
smartphone reporting application will now provide users with the ability to report
several different code enforcement-related items directly to City staff. Users will be
able to report common types of code enforcement issues such as overgrown lawns
or weeds, junk, trash and/or debris in a yard, abandoned furniture, algae in
swimming pools and vehicles parked on lawns. These new options are a result of
continued interest from residents on expanding the reporting capabilities available
within the app.
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These new options are in addition to existing issues that can be reported, which
include damaged park equipment, illegal dumping, graffiti, street light issues, traffic
signals issues, and potholes. Issues can be reported through photos, video, audio or
email messages.
The application is free for to download for both Apple and Android platforms by
searching for “Bakersfield Mobile” in the respective app store. Existing users should
see the new options available within the app as of next Monday. Thanks goes to
Community Development and Technology Services staff for bringing these
expanded options forward.
The Kern River Parkway Multi-Use path from Allen Road to Enos Lane will be
temporarily closed to all users on Tuesday, October 17th, for weed removal
operations. The closure will be in effect from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Kern County
Water Agency (KCWA) and City will be removing vegetation that is encroaching
onto the path. These activities are intended to improve travel for pedestrians and
cyclists along this section of the path. Path users are reminded to obey all traffic
control signage and personnel at all times. Path users are asked to avoid this area
and obey all signage and crewmember direction during the duration of the work.
The Public Works Department, Streets Division, will be performing its annual leaf
program for the collection of leaves from City streets beginning October 16th
through approximately the first week in February 2018. The hours of operation will be
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and may be extended if needed.
During this period it will be permissible for residents to rake leaves into the street
adjacent to the curb and gutter. To allow for proper drainage, we ask that the
leaves are placed a minimum of 24 inches from the curb face. Since the leaves are
collected by specialized equipment designed for this purpose only, the public is
reminded that no other debris other than leaves will be collected from the streets.
For more information, please call (661) 326-3111 between 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Traffic Advisories
Nighttime paving on State Route 99
The contractor for the Beltway Operational Improvements Project plans to perform
paving operations on northbound State Route 99 during nighttime hours on Sunday,
October 15th, and Monday, October 16th. This work will require lane closures of the
two outside northbound lanes between Ming Avenue and Wilson Road and the
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closure of the northbound off-ramp for Ming Avenue. The lane and ramp closures
are expected to be in effect between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Reports
Streets Division work schedule for the week of October 16th
18th and Eye Street Parking Garage Quarterly Report
Recreation and Parks September Monthly Report
Event Notifications
Event calendar for the Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center
The Good Neighbor Festival will take place this Saturday, October 14th, at the Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Park from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is free and open to
the public with children activities, resource information, health screenings,
entertainment, and food. Mayor Goh will acknowledge “Hidden Heroes” from the
community as well.
A “Pop with a Cop” will be held next week on October 18th at the McDonalds
located at 5363 Olive Drive. This will be joint event between the Kern County Sheriff’s
Office, California Highway Patrol, and Bakersfield Police Department. These officers
will be available to speak with or answer general questions from community
residents between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Updated October 9, 2017Updated October 9, 2017Updated October 9, 2017
Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety ReportBicycle & Pedestrian Safety Report
City of BakersfieldCity of Bakersfield
City of BakersfieldCity of Bakersfield
City Manager’s OfficeCity Manager’s Office
1600 Truxtun Avenue1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301Bakersfield, CA 93301
AdmMgr@bakersfieldcity.us AdmMgr@bakersfieldcity.us
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Fatality History ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1. Gender ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.2. Age ............................................................................................................................................. 2
2.3. Party at Fault ............................................................................................................................. 3
2.4. Primary Factor ........................................................................................................................... 3
3. Recent Bicycle Safety Projects and Activities .................................................................................. 4
3.1. Bikeways ..................................................................................................................................... 4
3.2. Traffic Signal Bicycle Detection ............................................................................................. 5
3.3. Advocacy Groups ................................................................................................................... 5
3.4. Build-A-Bike Program ............................................................................................................... 6
3.5. Mobile Phone Application ..................................................................................................... 6
3.6. Outreach ................................................................................................................................... 6
3.7. Bakersfield Police Department Programs ............................................................................ 6
4. Recent Pedestrian Safety Projects and Activities ............................................................................. 7
4.1. Sidewalk Construction ............................................................................................................. 7
4.2. Sidewalk Evaluation ................................................................................................................. 8
4.3. Pedestrian Countdown Signal Heads .................................................................................. 8
4.4. School Zone Improvements ................................................................................................... 8
4.5. LED Street Light Retrofit ........................................................................................................... 9
5. Upcoming Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Projects and Activities ................................................. 9
5.1. Kern Region Active Transportation Plan .............................................................................. 9
5.2. Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan .................................................................................... 10
5.3. Friant Kern Canal Multi-Use Path ......................................................................................... 10
5.4. Downtown Bakersfield Bicycle Connectivity Project ...................................................... 11
5.5. Downtown Bakersfield Pedestrian Connectivity Project ................................................ 11
5.6. A Street Improvement Project ............................................................................................. 11
5.7. Future LED Street Light Retrofit ............................................................................................. 11
5.8. Grant Opportunities ............................................................................................................... 12
6. Lessons Learned ................................................................................................................................. 12
6.1. Continuation of Existing Projects and Activities ............................................................... 12
6.2. Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatality Investigation Team ........................................................ 15
6.3. Additional Education Programs .......................................................................................... 16
6.4. Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan .................................................................................... 16
6.5. Interagency Collaboration .................................................................................................. 16
6.6. Pursue Additional Grant Opportunities .............................................................................. 17
Attachments
A. Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatality Location Map
B. Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant Administration
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1. Introduction
The City of Bakersfield is committed to providing a safe multi-modal transportation network,
especially conducive to walking and bicycling in the public right-of-way. This report
summarizes Bakersfield’s recent fatality history of pedestrians and bicyclists; reviews recent
and upcoming projects and activities; and explores lessons learned in order to increase
safety moving forward.
2. Fatality History
The data below represents pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities that occurred during calendar
years 2014 through 2017 (August) in Bakersfield. The data was obtained from the Bakersfield
Police Department. Collectively, there have been 64 fatalities during this period. This amount
bifurcates into 55 pedestrian and nine bicyclist fatalities, which is described below by
calendar year. In addition, a map of fatality locations can be found as Attachment A.
Figure 1: Fatalities by Calendar Year
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2.1. Gender
The gender of pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities include 46 males (72%) and 18 females
(28%). Pedestrian fatalities by gender include 39 males (71%) and 16 females (29%).
Bicyclist fatalities by gender include seven males (78%) and two females (22%).
2.2. Age
The age of pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities ranges from four years old through 89
years old. The average age is 45 years old and the median age is 46 years old. The
average age of pedestrian fatalities is 46 years old and median age is 49 years old. In
addition, the average age of bicyclist fatalities is 36 years old and median age is 30.5
years old. The average age range is described below.
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2.3. Party at Fault
The party at fault includes 47 pedestrians and bicyclists (73%) and 17 drivers (27%).
Fatalities by party at fault include 42 pedestrians (76%) and 13 drivers (24%). In addition,
fatalities by party at fault include five bicyclists (56%) and four drivers (44%). The
fatalities by party at fault are described below.
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2.4. Primary Factor
The primary factor of these fatalities spans across 21 different California Vehicle Code
(CVC) violations issued by the Bakersfield Police Department. Below you will find the
most common CVC violations, which have a frequency of at least occurrences.
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Figure 4: Fatalities by Primary Factor
CVC Description Frequency
21954(a)
Every pedestrian upon a roadway at any point other than within
a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an
intersection shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the
roadway so near as to constitute an immediate hazard.
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21802(a)
The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the
entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by
Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any
vehicles which have approached from another highway, or
which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate
hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those
vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.
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22107
No person shall turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right
or left upon a roadway until such movement can be made with
reasonable safety and then only after the giving of an
appropriate signal in the manner provided in this chapter in the
event any other vehicle may be affected by the movement.
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21456(b)
Flashing or steady “DONT WALK” or “WAIT” or approved
“Upraised Hand” symbol. No pedestrian shall start to cross the
roadway in the direction of the signal, but any pedestrian who
has partially completed crossing shall proceed to a sidewalk or
safety zone or otherwise leave the roadway while the “WAIT” or
“DONT WALK” or approved “Upraised Hand” symbol is showing.
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21750(a)
The driver of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in
the same direction shall pass to the left at a safe distance
without interfering with the safe operation of the overtaken
vehicle, subject to the limitations and exceptions set forth in this
article.
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3. Recent Bicycle Safety Projects and Activities
The City has recently undertaken various projects and activities that promote bicycle safety.
These projects and activities are described below.
3.1. Bikeways
Metropolitan Bakersfield has approximately 260 miles of existing bikeways. This network
includes approximately 32 miles of shared-use paths, 149 miles of bicycle lanes, and
more than 44 miles of bicycle routes, with and without shared lane markings.
The City continuously strives to make infrastructure improvements and provide routine
maintenance of bicycle facilities to ensure a comfortable and attractive bicycling
environment. Since the adoption of the 2013 Bicycle Transportation Plan, the City has
aggressively pursued several infrastructure improvements to make bicycling safer and
more convenient. For example, the City has completed and/or received funding to
construct over 35 miles of Class II and III bike lanes and routes throughout Bakersfield.
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These infrastructure improvements equate to roughly a 24.7% increase in new mileage
within the bicycle transportation network.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. One of the countermeasures is “install bike lanes.” Caltrans states this
countermeasure reduces up to 35% of bicycle collisions.
3.2. Traffic Signal Bicycle Detection
Bakersfield is the only area in Kern County that utilizes traffic signal bicycle detection.
Traffic signal bicycle detection reduces delay for bicycle travel and increases
convenience and safety of bicycling. Bicycle detection occurs by use of push buttons
or by automated means such as infrared detectors, in-pavement loops, or video.
Detection of bicycles by traffic signals is important at cross streets, left-turn-only lanes,
and other travel lanes where cyclists may encounter challenging crossings or are
unable to trigger a green light.
3.3. Advocacy Groups
The City collaborates with multiple advocacy groups to promote bicycle and
pedestrian safety. For example, Bike Bakersfield, a local non-profit organization and
bicycle advocacy group, provides the community with bicycle education to promote
safe bicycling. The City recently provided Bike Bakersfield with $10,000 in grant funds to
provide several community outreach and bicycle education events. The goal of this
agency is to increase the public’s awareness of bicycle and pedestrian safety, as well
as to educate the community on the benefits of bicycling for health and
transportation. The events are comprised of lectures, interactive bicycle skills courses,
repair stations, and helmet fitting seminars. These events are open to bicyclists of all
ages and skill levels at no cost. Bike Bakersfield also hosts bike education lectures at
local elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the school year.
More recently, City staff has collaborated with California Walks, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to creating healthy, safe, and walkable communities. For
example, the City and other local agencies have partnered with California Walks and
Berkley SafeTREC to hold a workshop aimed at building community education and
capacity to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. Local agencies, including City
staff, joined residents to learn and identify ideas and best practices for making walking
and biking safer in the community.
Finally, the City holds monthly Kern County Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition
meetings at City Hall North. This coalition is comprised of stakeholders including, but not
limited to, the City of Bakersfield, County of Kern, Bike Bakersfield, Golden Empire Transit
(GET), and Kern Council of Governments. The coalition discusses a variety of bicycle
and pedestrian related topics, which is primarily based upon the geographic boundary
of the Bakersfield Metropolitan area.
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3.4. Build-A-Bike Program
The City’s Recreation and Parks Department offers a Build-A-Bike Program for children
ages nine through 13 several days per week at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community
Center. The program offers a hands-on education where children learn how to build
their own bikes, as well as the fundamentals of bicycle repair, maintenance, and
safety. To operate the program, the Bakersfield Police Department donates unclaimed
stolen bicycles; Snider’s Cyclery provides discounted parts and materials; and Bike
Bakersfield provides an instructor. Participants are also able to practice their bicycling
skills by participating in bike rodeos. Those who successfully complete the program may
keep their customized bike. Finally, children receive safety equipment, such as bicycle
locks and helmets.
3.5. Mobile Phone Application
The Bakersfield mobile application allows users to report service-related issues from their
cell phones. These issues include road hazards such as traffic signal and street light
outages, potholes, and other conditions that impede safety. Issues can be reported
through photos, video, audio or email messages. The application uses geo-tagging
technology to provide the location, simplifying the reporting process for users while
increasing the reliability of the report location for the service crews.
3.6. Outreach
City staff encourages safety through conducting community outreach to solicit ideas
on potential bicycle and pedestrian related projects. Outreach ensures City staff is
pursuing potential projects that align with the community’s needs. For example, just
within the last calendar year, City staff collaborated with Bike Bakersfield, Downtown
Business Association, Bakersfield Young Professionals, Public Health Institute, Kern
County Public Health Department, Kern County Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
Coalition, Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Bakersfield
Development Corporation, Golden Empire Transit (GET), and Bakersfield High School
District. City staff also attended and presented at events including, but not limited to, a
Full Moon Ride, Bike Festival, young professional luncheon, and various board meetings.
3.7. Bakersfield Police Department Programs
The Bakersfield Police Department (BPD) has offered several programs that promote
bicycle safety in the community. Bicycle rodeos are provided to various schools, local
organizations, and at department functions, such as National Night Out, where
attendees go through a practical road course designed to promote roadway safety.
Bicycle helmets are provided to those in need during bicycle rodeos. Bicycle and
pedestrian safety assemblies are offered at local elementary, middle, and high schools
as a means to promote safety awareness.
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Over a dozen civilian employees and officers who assist with bicycle safety programs
have attended a Traffic Safety 101 course, which is taught by a League of American
Bicyclists Instructor. In addition, some officers have also attended the Lifesavers
National Conference on Highway Safety Priorities and POST certified Accident
Investigation courses. Finally, the BPD works with the Office of Traffic Safety to obtain
grant funds, which helps provide funding for these programs and activities.
4. Recent Pedestrian Safety Projects and Activities
The City has recently undertaken various projects and activities that promote pedestrian
safety. These projects and activities are described below.
4.1. Sidewalk Construction
Most of the public right-of-way has sidewalks. Areas that typically lack sidewalks tend
to be older neighborhoods and eligible for federal Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Program funds. Since 2014, the City has funded over $8,806,000 in CDBG
funds for pedestrian improvements. These projects are described below.
Figure 5: CDBG-Funded Sidewalk Projects
In addition, the City has partnered with Golden Empire Transit (GET) utilizing
Transportation Development Act funds to construct sidewalks and access ramps near
and adjacent to bus stops throughout Bakersfield. Collectively, the City has received
an allocation of $1,000,000 for these improvements in Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 and 2016.
The City also incorporates access ramp improvements within roadway resurfacing and
reconstruction projects to improve accessibility to sidewalks at intersections.
Project Funded Fiscal Year
La France/El Toro Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $273,441 2017-18
Union-Brundage Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Drainage $602,027 2017-18
Oleander Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $301,212 2017-18
Baker/Old Town Kern Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $301,212 2017-18
El Toro Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $500,000 2016-17
Union/Brundage Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Drainage $520,580 2016-17
Oleander Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $300,000 2016-17
Castro Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $300,000 2016-17
P Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $142,032 2016-17
Madison Area, Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $300,000 2015-16
Oleander Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $500,000 2015-16
E California Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $365,272 2015-16
Union/Brundage Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Drainage $605,860 2015-16
E California Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $853,693 2014-15
Lake Street Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $601,593 2014-15
E California Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $725,000 2014-15
E Truxtun Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk $600,000 2014-15
Southeast Area Schools Pedestrian Improvements $280,000 2014-15
Union/Brundage Area Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Drainage $735,016 2014-15
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4.2. Sidewalk Evaluation
The City has contracted with the firm, Disability Access Consultants (DAC), as part of
the City’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. Through this plan, the
City has been working towards evaluating aspects of the public right-of-way, including
paths of travel, intersections, curb ramps, and sidewalks. DAC examines obstructions
caused by street furniture, widths of sidewalks, ramp inclines, and other ADA issues. City
staff is currently entering into the next phase of this evaluation, which includes
examining approximately 200 miles of high pedestrian/traffic areas near hospitals,
schools, parks, commercial centers, and issue-identified areas such as the path of
travel to renovated Golden Empire Transit (GET) bus stops.
4.3. Pedestrian Countdown Signal Heads
The City has been proactively installing pedestrian countdown signal heads. A
pedestrian countdown signal contains a timer display and counts down the number of
seconds left to finish crossing the street. These signals encourage pedestrians to use the
push button rather than jaywalk. Over the last five years, the City has successfully
obtained over $492,000 in Caltrans’ Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funds
toward construction of these projects. The most recent allocation of HSIP funds will
convert the remaining signals citywide into pedestrian countdown signal heads.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. One of the countermeasures is “install pedestrian signal countdown heads.”
Caltrans states this countermeasure reduces up to 25% of pedestrian and bicycle
collisions.
4.4. School Zone Improvements
The City undertakes various activities around schools to promote pedestrian safety
before the beginning of each school year. The activities include:
The Bakersfield Police Department (BPD) increases enforcement in school zones;
The BPD recently released a public service announcement regarding pedestrian
safety. The video can be viewed on BPD’s webpage and on social media such as
Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube as well;
The City continuously applies for grants to provide safe routes to school to construct
flashing beacons at crosswalks, sidewalks to missing segments, and improve ADA
access to curb returns;
The Public Works Department undertakes maintenance and/or capital projects
during the summer in order not to interfere with school;
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The Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division, holds its annual tailgate safety
briefing where “back to school” hazards are discussed; and
The Public Works Department, General Services Division, repaints the “slow school
xing” and crosswalks around schools.
4.5. LED Street Light Retrofit
Over the past several years, the City has been retrofitting existing high-pressure sodium
street light fixtures with LED fixtures. In most cases, the LED street lights are an equal
replacement of the previous streetlights in terms of light measurement. However, LED
fixtures reduce glare by providing better directional lighting on streets and sidewalks
and improve color rendition on streets and sidewalks. The LED fixtures also shed light
along the roadway, increasing visibility in dark spots between street light poles.
Research shows this white light provides improved visibility, thereby creating a safer
environment for all users of the City’s right-of-way. Since 2014, the City has retrofitted
over 800 streetlights. This includes retrofits in high traffic areas including Ming Avenue,
Gosford/Coffee Road, downtown and Old Town Kern. An additional 225 streetlight LED
retrofits are currently underway within the Westchester area and east Bakersfield areas
that will be completed by early 2018. As of 2014, LED streetlight fixtures are required for
all new development where City-owned streetlights are necessary.
5. Upcoming Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Projects and Activities
Besides undertaking various safety projects over the last several years, the City currently has
multiple upcoming activities as well. These projects and activities are further described
below. Finally, please note City staff is continuously exploring additional bicycle and
pedestrian safety opportunities.
5.1. Kern Region Active Transportation Plan
The City, in partnership with the Kern Council of Governments and several other
jurisdictions, are developing the 2017 Kern Region Active Transportation Plan. The plan
promotes walkable and bicycle friendly environments in the cities and unincorporated
areas of Kern County. The plan specifically aims to:
Identify barriers and innovative solutions to encourage walking and bicycling as
viable travel modes;
Develop safe and convenient walking and bicycling networks for people of all
ages and abilities;
Effectively build on recently completed and current active transportation planning
efforts;
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Develop walking/bicycling networks supportive of existing and future land uses and
projects;
Develop an implementation strategy with practical and financially feasible projects
matched to specific funding opportunities; and
Create enthusiasm among residents to participate in this effort through a robust
and multi-faceted community outreach process.
The City contributed $30,000 in Rose Foundation grant funds toward creating this plan.
In addition, City staff has been highly engaged throughout the development process.
The plan will be presented for City Council consideration on November 1, 2017.
5.2. Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan
Under Senate Bill 1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017), there is an annual
allocation of $25 million for sustainable communities grants to encourage local and
regional transportation planning efforts. About half of these funds are allocated by
formula to metropolitan planning organizations and the other half available
competitively.
The City will submit a grant application to conduct a Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
Plan. The proposed plan would include, but is not limited to, identifying locations that
have a high potential for collisions and recommending improvements to said locations.
City staff is currently working on a grant application that is due October 20, 2017.
5.3. Friant Kern Canal Multi-Use Path
The City, with the Bureau of Reclamation’s approval, is proposing to construct a six-mile
shared-use path along the Friant Kern Canal from the Kern River Parkway to Seventh
Standard Road. The path increases connectivity to parks, schools, community centers,
and major commercial/retail centers. In addition, the proposed path creates a north-
south connection to the Kern River Parkway, which is already an existing east-west
connection. Essentially, residents could traverse from the northwest to the downtown
area (and beyond) almost entirely on a completely separated pathway.
City staff is working with the Bureau of Reclamation on conducting the environmental
clearance. In addition, City staff will be submitting an application for a railroad crossing
in the near future. These activities are anticipated to be completed by spring 2018.
Construction of the project is contingent upon available funds.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. An applicable countermeasure for the project is “install sidewalk/pathway.”
Caltrans states this countermeasure reduces up to 80% of bicyclist and pedestrian
collisions.
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5.4. Downtown Bakersfield Bicycle Connectivity Project
The City will receive $1,367,000 in Caltrans’ Active Transportation Program grant funds
for the Downtown Bakersfield Bicycle Connectivity Project. The project includes adding
19.05 miles of new Class II bicycle lanes and Class III bicycle routes; installing 80 bicycle
parking and storage racks; and establishing a bicycle sharing program with 20 to 25
stations for 100 smart bicycles.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. One of the countermeasures is “install bike lanes.” Caltrans states this
countermeasure reduces up to 35% of bicycle collisions. Project funds are available
beginning July 2019; however, the City may have the ability to access funds sooner.
5.5. Downtown Bakersfield Pedestrian Connectivity Project
The City will receive $1,032,000 in Caltrans’ Active Transportation Program grant funds
for the Downtown Bakersfield Pedestrian Connectivity Project. The project closes gaps,
provides connections, and encourages pedestrians to use active modes of
transportation within the downtown area by adding 128 access ramps, constructing
3,615 linear feet of sidewalks, and improving a pedestrian island and median at
Chester Avenue and 22nd Street.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. An applicable countermeasure for the project is “install sidewalk/pathway.”
Caltrans states this countermeasure reduces up to 80% of pedestrian collisions. In
addition, another applicable countermeasure is “install raised medians (refuge
islands).” This countermeasure reduces up to 45% of pedestrian collisions. Project funds
are available early next calendar year.
5.6. A Street Improvement Project
The City will receive $1,055,000 in Caltrans’ Active Transportation Program grant funds
for the A Street Improvement Project. The project includes adding approximately
42,000 square feet of sidewalks, 29 handicap access ramps, and 1,000 lineal feet of
curb and gutter. The project is located primarily along A Street between Brundage
Lane and San Emidio Street.
Caltrans’ Local Roadway Safety Manual identifies safety countermeasures that address
collisions. An applicable countermeasure for the project is “install sidewalk/pathway.”
Caltrans states this countermeasure reduces up to 80% of pedestrian collisions. The
project should be completed this calendar year.
5.7. Future LED Street Light Retrofit
City staff is currently evaluating opportunities to retrofit the remaining streetlight fixtures
in two phases. The first phase involves evaluating the City’s ability to utilize Pacific Gas
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and Electric’s on-bill financing program to begin to retrofit over 1,100 streetlights at
City-operated intersections. The second phase is projected to retrofit the remaining
14,000 streetlights. City staff is researching available funding mechanisms to complete
the second phase, including an energy efficiency financing program offered through
the California Energy Commission.
5.8. Grant Opportunities
The City continuously pursues grant opportunities that support bicycle and pedestrian
safety. The City has successfully obtained grants from agencies and corresponding
programs that include, but are not limited to:
Caltrans’ Highway Safety Improvement Program;
Caltrans’ Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program;
Caltrans’ Active Transportation Program;
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Remove II Program;
Rose Foundation’s Kern County Air Pollution Mitigation Fund;
Kern Council of Governments’ Transportation Development Act Article 3;
Office of Traffic Safety’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program;
Recent bicycle and pedestrian grant efforts can be found on Attachment B.
6. Lessons Learned
After reviewing the data and recent and upcoming projects and activities, there are
multiple lessons learned and follow-up actions moving forward, which are described below.
6.1. Continuation of Existing Projects and Activities
First and foremost, City staff has learned it should continue to pursue its existing bicycle
and pedestrian programs and activities, including:
Install Bikeways: The City has multiple grant-funded projects in progress to increase
bikeways in Bakersfield. City staff will continue to move these projects forward and
aggressively pursue other grant funds as well. In addition, following the upcoming
review and approval the draft 2017 Kern Region Active Transportation Plan, City
staff will have additional bikeway options to pursue grant funds. Finally, besides
continuing bikeways, City staff will explore other design options, including:
o Class II Buffered Bicycle Lanes: Buffered bicycle lanes are bicycle lanes paired
with a designated buffer space, separating the bicycle lane from the
adjacent motor vehicle travel lane and/or parking lane. Buffered bicycle
lanes are designed to increase the space between the bicycle lane and the
travel lane and/or parked cars, with a goal of providing more comfortable
conditions for bicyclists. This treatment is appropriate for bicycle lanes on
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roadways with high motor vehicle traffic volumes and speeds, adjacent to
parking lanes, or a high volume of truck or oversized vehicle traffic.
Figure 6: Class II Buffered Bicycle Lanes in
Cleveland, OH (Left), and Portland, OR (Right)
o Class III Bicycle Boulevards: Bicycle boulevards are usually low-volume, low-
speed neighborhood streets modified to enhance bicyclist comfort and safety
by adding signage, pavement markings, traffic calming and/or traffic
reduction. These improvements allow through bicycle movements while
discouraging motorized through-traffic. They are typically comprised of signed
shared routes, but also may include segments of bike paths, lanes, or cycle
tracks.
Figure 7: Class III Bicycle Boulevard in Palo Alto, CA
o Class IV Cycle Tracks: A separated bikeway, or cycle track, is an exclusive
bicycle facility that combines the user experience of a separated path with
the on-street infrastructure of a conventional bicycle lane. A cycle track is
physically separated from motor traffic and distinct from the sidewalk.
Separated bikeways have different forms, but all share common elements:
they provide space exclusively intended or primarily used by bicycles, and
physically separated from motor vehicle travel lanes, parking lanes, and
sidewalks. In situations where on-street parking is allowed, cycle tracks may be
situated on the curbside of the parking.
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Figure 8: Class IV Cycle Tracks in Davis, CA (Left),
and Washington, DC (Right)
Collaborate with Advocacy Groups: The City will continue to collaborate with
bicycle and pedestrian advocacy groups on education and safety related
matters. As previously mentioned, City staff currently works with advocacy groups
including, but not limited to, Bike Bakersfield, California Walks, and the Kern County
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition.
Build-A-Bike Program: The City will continue to fund the Build-A-Bike Program at
Martin Luthur King Jr. Community Center. Again, the program offers a hands-on
education where children learn how to build their own bikes, as well as the
fundamentals of bicycle repair, maintenance, and safety. The City will continue to
provide funding for the program, and complement said program with grant funds.
For example, the City recently received $6,000 in Transportation Development Act
Article 3 grant funds, which will be used to purchase equipment including, but not
limited to, helmets, gloves, and spare parts (e.g., chains and tires).
Outreach: The City will continue to conduct outreach to those interested in bicycle
and pedestrian safety within the community. Besides collaborating with advocacy
groups, City staff will outreach to schools, residents, and other groups to determine
the scope of various grant opportunities. For example, Caltrans’ Active
Transportation Program has historically required outreach to identify and/or revise
the scope of grant applications in order to ensure jurisdictions are meeting
community needs. City staff will continue this outreach; especially, considering the
upcoming appropriation of grant funds through this program.
Bakersfield Police Department Programs: The Bakersfield Police Department (BPD)
will continue to offer several programs that promote bicycle safety in the
community. Bicycle rodeos are provided to various schools, local organizations,
and at department functions, such as National Night Out, where attendees go
through a practical road course designed to promote roadway safety. Bicycle and
pedestrian safety assemblies are offered at local elementary, middle, and high
schools as a means to promote safety awareness. Finally, the BPD will continue to
apply for grants from the Office of Traffic Safety, which helps provide these
programs and activities.
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Sidewalk Construction: The City has allocated over $8,806,000 in Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funds for pedestrian improvements
over the last four years. City staff will continue to identify CDBG-eligible sidewalk
projects annually. In addition, the City has partnered with Golden Empire Transit
(GET) to construct $1,000,000 worth of sidewalks and access ramps adjacent to bus
stops throughout Bakersfield. The City will continue to construct these pedestrian
improvements in a timely manner. Finally, the City will continue to incorporate
access ramp improvements to roadway resurfacing and reconstruction projects to
improve accessibility to sidewalks at intersections.
Sidewalk Evaluation: The City will continue to contracted with the firm, Disability
Access Consultants, as part of the City’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Transition Plan. City staff is currently entering into the next phase of this evaluation,
which includes examining approximately 200 miles of high pedestrian/traffic areas
near hospitals, schools, parks, commercial centers, and issue-identified areas such
as the path of travel to renovated Golden Empire Transit (GET) bus stops.
School Zone Improvements: The City will continue to make school zone
improvements prior to the beginning of school years. Improvements include, but
are not limited to, increasing enforcement, providing maintenance and/or capital
projects during the summer months, and repainting “slow school xing” and
crosswalks around schools.
Future LED Street Light Retrofit: City staff is evaluating opportunities to retrofit the
remaining streetlight fixtures in two phases. The first phase involves evaluating the
City’s ability to utilize Pacific Gas and Electric’s on-bill financing program to begin
to retrofit over 1,100 streetlights at City-operated intersections. The second phase is
projected to retrofit the remaining 14,000 streetlights. City staff is researching
available funding mechanisms to complete the second phase, including an energy
efficiency financing program offered through the California Energy Commission.
6.2. Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatality Investigation Team
Following a bicyclist or pedestrian fatality, City staff across multiple departments should
collaborate on each accident. A Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatality Investigation Team
(Team) should include, but is not limited to, City staff from the City Manager’s Office,
Bakersfield Police Department, and Public Works Department. The purpose of the Team
is to examine the cause of each accident and identify ways to mitigate future
accidents at the same location through environmental design, enforcement, etc.
Team recommendations would be provided to the City Manager in form of a
memorandum. Implementation of recommendations would be contingent upon
available funds.
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6.3. Additional Education Programs
As previously mentioned, pedestrians and bicyclists are the parties at fault for 73% of
the fatalities over the last four years. In fact, a vast majority of the fatalities are caused
by not using proper crosswalks and/or crossing procedures. City staff will explore grant
opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian education programs. The draft 2017 Kern
Region Active Transportation Plan recommends supporting and expanding existing
programs, and establishing new programs to create a larger toolkit of non-
infrastructure activities. In addition to existing efforts, additional programs may include:
Promote Good Road User Behavior Programs: A public awareness campaign
encourages road users to abide by local laws, to be courteous to other users, and
promote safe behaviors and actions. They can be targeted at just one user type
(e.g., cyclists) or multiple users. Local resources for conducting a public awareness
campaign can be maximized by assembling a group of local experts, law
enforcement officers, business owners, civic leaders, and dedicated community
volunteers. These allies could assist with successful safety campaign goals based on
the local concerns and issues. It may be necessary to develop creative strategies
for successful media placement in order to achieve campaign goals.
Offer Bicyclist/Pedestrian Legal Training: Legal training and education allows
pedestrians and bicyclists to learn about their rights and responsibilities as road
users. These programs offer free legal clinics, handouts and legal guides, and
provide information on state and local laws. This information is valuable to all road
users and creates an informed community around important bicycle and
pedestrian laws.
6.4. Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan
After reviewing the Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatalities Map, many of the accidents
occurred along the same roadways and/or general vicinity. As previously mentioned,
City staff will pursue Caltrans’ Sustainable Communities Grant Program for a Bicycle
and Pedestrian Safety Plan. The proposed plan would include, but is not limited to,
identifying locations that have a high potential for collisions and recommending
improvements to said locations. City staff is currently working on a grant application
that is due on October 20, 2017.
6.5. Interagency Collaboration
After reviewing the Bicycle and Pedestrian Fatalities Map, a concentration of the
accidents occurred along Union Avenue. Since Union Avenue crosses both City and
Caltrans boundaries, City staff recommends interagency collaboration between both
parties to identify potential safety countermeasures. This recommendation may be
included as part of the proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan; however, City
staff will collaborate with Caltrans staff regardless if the plan is funded or not.
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6.6. Pursue Additional Grant Opportunities
As previously mentioned, the City aggressively pursues grant opportunities related to
active transportation programs and activities. City staff will continue to pursue
additional grant opportunities. For example, due to SB 1 funds, City staff anticipates a
tremendous opportunity to receive grant funds through Caltrans’ Active Transportation
Program. City staff will submit multiple grant applications for bicycle and pedestrian
programs and activities next cycle. Applications are likely due in May or June 2018.
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Last Updated: October 9, 2017
Funding Agency: Caltrans
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Downtown Bicycle Connectivity Project Various Bike share program; 19.05 miles of bike lanes; bike parking and storage FY 19/20 $1,367,000 $1,367,000 Grant awarded
Downtown Pedestrian Connectivity Project Various Install 128 access ramps, 3,615 linear feet of sidewalks, and ped island FY 17/18 $1,032,000 $1,032,000 Grant awarded
Street Improvements - A Street SW, C&G Install sidewalks and handicap ramps on A St. from Brundage to Chester FY 16/17 $1,100,000 $1,100,000 Estimated completion: 12/17
North Bakersfield Bicycle Connectivity Project Class II and III Construct 17.5 miles of bicycle lanes and routes in and around downtown FY 16/17 N/A $522,000 Did not receive grant
School District Trans. Enhancement Program Program Bike education and encouragement program (Bike Bakersfield)FY 16/17 N/A $85,000 Did not receive grant
Street Improvements - Frank West Elementary SW, C&G Install sidewalk and handicap ramps along Benton and Wilson FY 15/16 $311,850 $311,850 Completed 2016
Street Improvements - Roosevelt Elementary SW, C&G Install sidewalk and handicap ramps along A St.FY 15/16 N/A $602,750 Did not receive grant
Bike Lane and Route Projects - Group A Class II and III Baker, Bernard, Pacheco, Potomac, Belle Terrace, M, 17th, and Beale FY 15/16 N/A $425,000 Did not receive grant
Bike Lane and Route Projects - Group C Class II and III Kentucky, Flower, Niles, 4th St, Watts, Bernard, 22nd, Madison, and King FY 15/16 N/A $405,000 Did not receive grant
Bike Lane and Route Projects - Group B Class II and III Berkshire, Haley, Sillect, Pin Oak, Westwold, Haggin Oaks, Laurelglen FY 15/16 N/A $270,000 Did not receive grant
Street Flash Beacon - Liberty High Flash Beacon Install yellow flashing beacon on Jewetta near Brimhall FY 14/15 N/A $171,800 Did not re-apply: Included in FY 15/16 CIP
(completed in 2016)
Street Improvements - Stockdale High Flash Beacon Install yellow flashing beacon on White near Buena Vista FY 14/15 N/A $389,000 Did not receive grant
Funding Agency: U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (funding appropriated to Kern COG on formula basis)
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
New Traffic Signal (Stine and McKee)Traffic Signal Traffic signal at Stine and McKee FY 17/18 $250,000 $250,000 Received grant
Truxtun Widening Traffic Lanes Operational improvements along Truxtun between Empire and Oak FY 16/17 $3,000,000 $3,000,000 Received grant
New Traffic Signal (District and Grissom)Traffic Signal New traffic signal at District and Grissom FY 16/17 $250,000 $250,000 Received grant
Brundage Signal Interconnect Interconnect Interconnect on Brundage between H and P Streets FY 17/18 N/A $150,000 Did not receive grant
Brimhall Signal Interconnect Interconnect Interconnect from Jewetta and Calloway and Harvest Creek and Coffee FY 17/18 N/A $350,000 Did not receive grant
New Traffic Signal (Brimhall and Reina)Traffic Signal Traffic signal at Brimhall and Reina with interconnect (Reina and Alan)FY 17/18 N/A $670,000 Did not receive grant
Cottonwood, Morning, and Old River C l II/shoulder Install 6' paved shoulder on Cottonwood, Morning, and Old River FY 14/15 $692,000 $785,700 Completed 2015
Bike Lanes: Belle Terrace, Hughes, and East 21st Class II Install Class II bike lanes on Belle Terrace, Hughes, and E 21st FY 12/13 $35,000 $35,000 Completed 2014
Bike Lanes: Alta Vista, Haley, and 30th Class II Install Class II bike lanes on Alta Vista, Haley, and 30th FY 12/13 $60,000 $60,000 Completed 2014
Grant
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ) Grant
Purpose: To reduce congestion and improve air quality for areas that do not meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, carbon monoxide, or particulate matter-nonattainment areas, and for areas that were out of
compliance but have now met the standards-maintenance areas. Eligible activities related to bicycles include projects or programs that shift travel demand to nonpeak hours or other transportation modes, increase vehicle occupancy rates,
or otherwise reduce demand through initiatives; and non-recreational bicycle transportation and pedestrian improvements that provide a reduction in single-occupant vehicle travel.
Future Grants: TBD
Street/Project Notes
Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant Administration
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Description
City of Bakersfield
Street/Project Notes
Purpose: To encourage increased use of active modes of transportation by achieving the following goals: increase the proportion of trips accomplished by biking and walking; increase safety and mobility for non-motorized users; advance the
active transportation efforts of regional agencies to achieve greenhouse gas reduction goals; enhance public health; ensure that disadvantaged communities fully share in the benefits of the program; and provide a broad spectrum of projects
to benefit many types of active transportation users.
Future Grants: Call for projects (Spring 2018) and deadline (May or June 2018)
Grant
Active Transportation Program (ATP)
Description
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Last Updated: October 9, 2017Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant Administration
City of Bakersfield
Funding Agency: U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Ped Countdown heads - 60 intersections Ped Sig Heads Install Pedestrian Countdown Heads at 60 intersections - Northwest FY 16/17 $183,000 $183,000 Grant awarded
Ped Countdown heads - 60 intersections Ped Sig Heads Install Pedestrian Countdown Heads at 60 intersections - Southeast FY 16/17 $158,600 $158,600 Grant awarded
Ped Countdown heads - 60 intersections Ped Sig Heads Install Pedestrian Countdown Heads at 60 intersections - various locations FY 15/16 $72,660 $150,000 Completed 2015
Ped Countdown heads - 20 intersections Ped Sig Heads Install Pedestrian Countdown Heads at 20 intersections - various locations FY 13/14 $41,040 $60,000 Completed 2014
Ped Countdown heads - 20 intersections Ped Sig Heads Install Pedestrian Countdown Heads at 20 intersections - various locations FY 12/13 $37,422 $60,000 Completed 2013
Funding Agency: San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
City's Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Centennial/Westside Park Multi-Use Path (TRIP)Class I Construct multi-use path FY 15/16 N/A $3,549,177 Did not receive grant
Baker Street: California to Bernard Class II Install Class II bike lane along Baker from California to Bernard FY 15/16 $11,307 $78,000 Declined; will apply under different grant
Belle Terrace: Stine to Madison Class II Install Class II bike lane along Belle Terrace from Stine to Madison FY 15/16 $11,307 $129,000 Declined; will apply under different grant
Calloway Weir Bike Path Class I Construct bike path over Calloway Weir for Kern River crossing FY 14/15 $39,374 $50,200 Completed 2016
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Street/Project
Purpose: To achieve a significant reduction in traffic fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. Eligible activities must be a highway safety improvement project that is any strategy, activity or project on a public road that is consistent with
the data-driven State Strategic Highway Safety Plan and corrects or improves a hazardous road location or feature or addresses a highway safety problem. Workforce development, training, and education activities are also an eligible use of
HSIP funds.
Grant
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
Future Grants: TBD
Notes
Purpose: To secure long-term air quality benefits by introducing clean-air technology and strategies on the local level. Accordingly, support regional projects that reduce emissions generated from mobile sources to help the District reach its
attainment goals and improve the Valley’s air quality for its residents. Eligible activities related to bicycles include further developing a regional bicycle commuting network.
Future Grants: TBD
Grant
Public Benefit Grant
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Street/Project Notes
Description
Description
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Last Updated: October 9, 2017Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant Administration
City of Bakersfield
Funding Agency: San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Noriega Road and Verdugo Lane Class II Noriega Road (Jewetta to Calloway) / Verdugo (Olive to Hageman)FY 15/16 $94,200 $94,200 Grant awarded
Riverlakes Drive - Olive to Coffee Class II Riverlakes Drive - Olive to Coffee FY 15/16 $65,500 $66,200 Grant awarded
Clay Patrick Farr Way And Meacham Road Class II CPF Wy. (Hageman to Rosedale) / Mecham Rd. (CPF Wy. To Calloway)FY 15/16 $61,600 $66,600 Estimated completion: 11/17
Harris Road - Wible to Gosford Class II Harris Rd. Bike Lane - Wible to Gosford FY 14/15 $57,710 $80,000 Estimated completion: 11/17
Harris Road - Gosford to Buena Vista Class II Harris Rd. Bike Lane - Gosford to Buena Vista FY 14/15 $47,000 $47,000 Estimated completion: 11/17
Funding Agency: Caltrans (appropriated to region by formula; competitive within region)
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Pedestrian Improvments: Brundage Lane Ped Improv.Pedestrian improvements on Brundage from Oak to Pine Street FY 17/18 $113,400 $113,400 Grant awarded (funded over two years)
Kern River Bike Path Rehab Class I Bikepath between the Kern River Bikepath and 21 Street FY 17/18 $39,980 $39,980 Grant awarded
Kern River Bike Path Rehab Class I Bikepath between Manor to Alfred Harrell Highway FY 17/18 $102,589 $102,589 Grant awarded
Downtown Bike Parking Bike Parking Install decorative bike parking in the downtown area FY 17/18 $6,000 $6,000 Grant awarded
Build-A-Bike Program Program Equipment for bike safety and education program FY 17/18 $6,000 $6,000 Grant awarded
Bike Lanes: Bakersfield College Area Class II & III Install Class II and III around the Bakersfield College area FY 16/17 $107,450 $107,450 Grant awarded
Bike Program: Bike Bakersfield Program Various bicycle education activities through Bike Bakersfield FY 16/17 $10,000 $10,000 Grant awarded
Downtown Bike Parking Bike Parking Install decorative bike parking in the downtown area FY16/17 $15,000 $15,000 Grant awarded
Bike Lanes: A Street and Brundage Lane Class II & III Install Class II bike lane on Stockdale Hwy from Renfro to Allen FY 15/16 $138,000 $138,000 Estimated design completion: 08/16
Kern River Bike Path Rehab Class I Buena Vista Rd. to Coffee Rd. FY 15/16 - 16/17 $125,000 $125,000 Estimated design completion: 08/16
Downtown Bike Parking Bike Parking Install decorative bike parking in the downtown area FY 15/16 $12,000 $12,000 Completed 2016
Build-A-Bike Program Program Equipment for bike safety and education program FY 15/16 $1,000 $1,000 Completed 2016
Bike Lanes: Various in Southwest Class II Install Class II bike lane on Laurelglen, Half Moon, Westwold, etc.FY 15/16 $48,333 $48,333 Completed 2016
Bike Lanes: Akers - McKee to Wilson Class II Install Class II bike lane on Akers from McKee to Wilson FY 14/15 $111,051 $123,200 Completed 2015
Bike Lanes: Haggin Oaks - Ming to Camino Media Class II Install Class II bike lane on Haggin Oaks from Ming to Camino Media FY 14/15 $12,500 $12,500 Completed 2016
Bike Lanes: Stockdale - Renfro to Allen Class II Install Class II bike lane on Stockdale Hwy from Renfro to Allen FY 14/15 $25,100 $25,100 Completed 2016
Bike Lanes: Snow - Allen to Norris Class II Install Class II bike lane on Snow from Allen to Norris FY 14/15 $25,200 $25,200 Completed 2016
Ped Countdown Sig Heads: 50 locations Ped Sig Heads Install pedestrian countdown heads at 50 intersection - various locations FY 14/15 $52,090 $79,060 Completed 2015
Future Grants: TBD
Purpose: To develop and support public transportation needs that exist in California through two major funding sources: the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) and the State Transit Assistance fund (STA). A portion of the funds are allocated for the
exclusive use of pedestrians and bicycles, including bicycle safety education programs.
Description
Description
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Street/Project Notes
Remove II
Grant
Transportation Development Act (TDA) - Article 3
Purpose: To encourage the development and expansion of bicycle transportation facilities that promotes the use of bicycles as a safe and viable transportation alternative. Eligible activities include constructing Class I bicycle trails/paths and
striping Class II bicycle lanes.
Future Grants: Ongoing
Street/Project Notes
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Last Updated: October 9, 2017Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant Administration
City of Bakersfield
Funding Agency: State Office of Traffic Safety (OTS)
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety and Education Education Provide bicycle/pedestrian safety and education courses FY 15/16 $62,335 $62,335 Grant awarded
Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety and Education Education Provide bicycle/pedestrian safety and education courses FY 14/15 $96,322 $96,322 Contract courses with Bike Bakersfield
Funding Agency: Rose Foundation (under the Kern County Air Pollution Mitigation Fund)
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Countywide Active Transportation Plan Plan Countywide ATP that includes a Bakersfield Metropolitan Area FY15/16 $35,000 $50,000 Received grant (to be completed Fall 2017)
Calloway Weir Bike Path Class I Construct bike path over Calloway Weir for Kern River crossing FY 14/15 $39,374 $50,200 Completed 2016
Bike Transportation Plan Study/Report Document to guide future development of bicycle facilities FY 12/13 $150,000 $150,000 Completed 2013
Funding Agency: California Strategic Growth Council
Application History: See below
Project Funding Award Engineer
Type Year Amount Estimate
Creekview Villas and Bicycle Network Improv.Class III Construct 15 units in the Creekview Villas and Class III bike routes FY 15/16 Pending $3,830,814 Did not receive grant
Kern River Parkway Multi-Use Trail Improvements Class I/II, etc.
Construct two miles of new Class I/II bicycle paths and lanes; create
accessibility improvements at up to 22 key entrances; construct up to 11.5
miles of pedestrian walkways; resurface up to 11.5 miles of existing Class I
bicycle paths; brand and subsequently add up to 47 signs and wayfinding
markers; construct up to 30 solar power streetlights; add up to four bike lockers
at key locations; and construct up to a 40,000 square foot park-and-ride
facility for carpool parking and future vanpools use.
FY 14/15 N/A $3,010,000 Did not receive grant
Street/Project Description Notes
Grant
Office of Traffic Safety - Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety and Education
Purpose: To fund educational and enforcement programs related to alcohol and drug impaired driving, distracted driving, emergency medical services, motorcycle safety, occupant protection, older drivers, pedestrian and bicycle safety,
education, and police traffic services.
Future Grants: TBD
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Grant
Affordable Housing and Sustainable Community (AHSC)
Purpose: To reduce particulate or ozone air pollution in the Valley portion of Kern County. An emphasis is placed on projects that benefit disadvantaged or sensitive populations in the most polluted parts of Kern County. Projects must be
designed to directly reduce pollution emissions, or to change institutional or individual behavior in ways that will lead to reductions in air pollution emissions.
Future Grants: TBD
Street/Project NotesDescription
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: TBD
Rose Foundation
Grant
Purpose: To provide funds for land-use, housing, transportation, and land preservation projects to support infill and compact development that reduces greenhouse gas ("GHG") emissions. These projects must facilitate the reduction of the GHG
emissions by improving mobility options and increasing infill development.
Future Grants: TBD
Street/Project NotesDescription
Proposed Future Grant Submissions: Must include the construction of affordable housing in order to be competitive for grants funds. Community Development examining if any potential projects are in the pipeline.
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STREETS DIVISION – WORK SCHEDULE
Week of October 16, 2017 – October 20, 2017
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas:
Sealing streets in the area north of Brundage and west of Mt. Vernon
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Grove St east of Union
Paving in the HUD area’s of Oleander and Castro
Maintenance Grind & Pave on Watt’s Dr. between Union and Madison
Street Reconstruction on San Dimas north of 34th Street
Maintenance Grind & Pave on 34th between Union Ave and Chester
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
Sewer and Storm line installation on the north side of Ming Ave east of Baldwin in preparation for street
widening project
Miscellaneous concrete work at Sports Village
Miscellaneous work at Mesa Marin
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.
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Week of October 16_2017_Work Schedule
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STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, October 16, 2017
City areas between 99 Hwy. & Stine Rd. – Panama Ln. & Taft Hwy.
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Between Panama Lane & Woodmere Dr. – Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd.
Between District Blvd. & Panama Ln. -- Gosford Rd. & Ashe Rd.
Between Akers Rd. & Phyllis St. – Harris Rd. & Panama Ln.
City areas between Akers Rd. & Stine Rd. – Harris Rd. & Panama Ln.
Oswell to Sterling – Red Bank to Frwy 58
Stockdale to Bell Terrace – New Stine to S. Montclair
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Cul-De-Sacs on the north side of Angela Wy., between Manely Ct. & Cris Ct.
Between Oswell Park Dr. & Brundage Ln. – Oswell St. & Leeta St.
City areas between Workman St. & Sterling Rd. – 58 Hwy. & Baja Dr.
Between Morning Dr. & Park Dr. – College Ave. & Willis Ave.
Between Buena Vista Rd. & Old River Rd. – White Ln. & Panama Ln.
Between Old River Rd. & Gosford Rd. – White Ln. & Pacheco Rd.
Thursday, October 19, 2017
City areas between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. – Ashe Rd. & Gosford Rd.
Between El Portal/Laurelglen Blvd. & Ashe Rd. – Ming Ave. & So. Halfmoon/Olympia Dr.
Between Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd. – Ming Ave. & So. Halfmoon/Edgemount Dr.
Between Coffee Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.) – White Ln. & So. Halfmoon/Olympia Dr.
Friday, October 20, 2017
Between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. – Allen Rd. & Old River Rd.
Between Old River Rd. & Gosford Rd. – Ming Ave. & Ridge Oak/Westwold Dr.
Between Ridge Oak/Westwold Dr. & White Ln. – Old River Rd., east to the PG&E easement.
Between White Ln. & Asperata Dr. – Gosford Rd,, west to the PG&E easement.
Between White Ln. & Cederwood Dr. – Stine Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.)
CITY PARKING GARAGE
QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT
2017/18 2017/18 2017/18 2017/18 2017/18
1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter Fiscal Year Totals
Daily Parking Revenue 13,534 13,534
Monthly Parking Revenue 20,205 20,205
Other Income 699 699
Total Revenues 34,439 - - - 34,439
Operating Expenses 17,556 17,556
NET OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)16,882 - - - 16,882
Capital Outlay Expenses -
2016/17 2016/17 2016/17 2016/17 2016/17
1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter Fiscal Year Totals
Daily Parking Revenue 10,615 15,161 14,514 17,574 57,864
Monthly Parking Revenue 23,950 23,270 21,450 19,300 87,970
Other Income 860 1,101 994 1,066 4,021
Total Revenues 35,425 39,532 36,958 37,940 149,855
Operating Expenses 29,455 20,650 36,699 41,340 128,144
NET OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)5,970 18,882 259 (3,400) 21,711
32,750 32,750 Capital Outlay Expenses
(Project costs of new exterior signs on south and east sides of facility)
We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
B A K E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: October 11, 2017
To: Alan Tandy, City Manager
From: Dianne Hoover, Director of Recreation & Parks
Subject: 2017 September Monthly Report
Total monthly attendance for all programs, reservations and volunteers combined for
the month of September totaled 50,026 as compared to last year’s total of 45,289.
RECREATION
Total Attendance: 50,026
Special Event Reservations:
September 1: The Park at River Walk, Islamic Shaura Council
EID Prayers – 3,000 Guests
September 9 : Beach Park, S.A.L.T.
Walk/Run – 500 Guests
The Park at River Walk, Walk for Recovery
Walk/Run – 300 Guests September 16: Beach Park, Second Star to the Right
Walk/Run – 600 Guests
The Park at River Walk, Sickle Cell
Walk/Run – 300 Guests
September 22: MLK Park, Vanguard Christian Center
Community Outreach – 200 Guests
September 23: The Park at River Walk, Mothers Against Drunk Drivers
Walk/Run – 500 Guests
September 30: Central Park, KC Behavioral Health & Recovery
Community Outreach – 300 Guests
Total Attendance: 12,185 Reservations/Special Events
Department of Recreation and Parks
September 2017 Monthly Report
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Silver Creek Community Center
Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 526 as compared to last year of 200.
o There was one (1) rental for the month.
Saunders Recreational Facility
Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance was 594 as compared to last year of 692.
o There was one (1) rental for the month.
Soccer Program: 10 Registered Teams / Total Attendance: 480
AQUATICS
Total attendance for Aquatics in September was 2,901 compared to 2,955
in 2016. This slight 2% decrease was due to the elimination of the Fall
Elementary Swim Program at Silver Creek and one les day of public swim
at McMurtrey.
McMurtrey Aquatic Center:
Monthly attendance at the McMurtrey Aquatic Center was 2,901
compared to 2,535 in 2016. This 14% increase can be attributed to the
addition of the Bakersfield Swim Academy and Bakersfield Christian High
School Water Polo rentals.
100 Mile Club:
The 100 Mile Lap Swim Club has 400 active members that swam 15,806.45
miles this month for a combined total of 174,765 miles.
Aquatic Grant Activities:
o First 5 Kern Make A Splash - Provided 10 adults with Parent CPR with
AED, First Aid, and Water Safety Training on September 9th. Data has
been compiled for first quarter reports highlighting the 525 $5
discounted swim lessons taught in July and August.
o Kaiser Permanente Operation Splash- Staff participated in the BCSD
Parent University Kick-off Event on September 30th at Walter Stiern
Elementary. Resources related to water safety, healthy beverage
consumption and City aquatic programs were provided to the 700
people in attendance.
ATHLETICS
Total attendance for Sports in September was 30,072 compared to 19,818
in 2016. This 51.7% increase can be attributed to the following:
o The Fall Softball League had increased attendance and began in
August. There was no break from games in September this year.
o Cross Country occurred in September instead of October.
Athletic Programming/Adult Softball:
o Fall League games continued through September, five days a week.
o There are 144 teams in the Fall League with 84 Men’s and 60 Coed
teams.
Softball Tournaments
o An NSA youth fast pitch tournament was held on September 30 &
October 1. A total of 30 teams participated in the tournament.
Saturday’s games were also held at East High School on two fields in
order to accommodate all of the teams.
Department of Recreation and Parks
September 2017 Monthly Report
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League of Dreams:
o League of Dreams basketball league began September 24th with 179
athletes participating.
o The program’s 298 “Angel Volunteers” donated approximately 894
hours.
Cross Country Invitational Meet:
o This Meet was held on Saturday, October 1st at Yokuts Park in
partnership with Athletes in Motion 365. A total of 341 runners from all
over Kern County participated in the event.
o Runners ranged in age from 5 years to 14 years (8th grade) and
competed in either a 1K, 1.5K, 2K or 3K race.
Adult Adaptive Co-Rec Softball League
o This seven week Adaptive Softball League for adults with disabilities
started on Thursday, September 28th.
o There are 6 teams participating in the Fall League with games held at
Beach Park.
Kidz Love Soccer
o Kidz Love Soccer was held at Silver Creek, Deer Peak, and Pin Oak
Parks this month. The program teaches children soccer with a
nurturing, recreational environment. There were 42 participants in the
program this month.
o Donations: $9,834
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
Total Attendance:
o Overall attendance for the month was 3,748 as opposed to last year’s
total of 3,180. This was a 17% increase due to the basketball gym being
closed for reconstruction last year at this time.
o Superintendent of Schools food Program – This food program is thriving
with 667 snacks and 579 dinners handed out in the month of September.
Two (2) hot meals will be given out for dinner 2 days a week starting in
October.
o 3 Wins Fitness – A free exercise program sponsored and instructed by
CSUB Kinesiology students was offered in September.
o Donations: $2,082.90
ADMINISTRATION
Wall Repairs:
In Progress:
1. S/W corner of 20th and L St. – Brick Planter
2. El Portal Dr. & Calle De Salano (2 corner monument walls)
3. 2000 block of El Portal Dr.
4. 4100 block of Pin Oak Park Blvd
5. NW corner of 18th @ Q St – Planter
6. 120 Glen Oaks Dr. @ Stockdale Hwy
7. S/W corner of Coffee Rd & Olive Dr. – brick planter
Department of Recreation and Parks
September 2017 Monthly Report
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8. S Street N/O California Ave – Brick Planter
9. NW corner of Buffalo Peaks Dr. and Reliance Dr.
10. El Portal @ Calle Las Manzanos & Calle De Solano (Las Palmas) missing
the letter “M” – wall signage repair
Completed:
1. Ming Ave & East of Old River (south wall)
Aquatic Maintenance:
Staff preparing for annual pool maintenance. Schedule is as follows:
o Jefferson Pool: 10/23 thru 10/27.
o Silver Creek Pool: 10/30 thru 11/3.
o MLK Pool: 11/6 thru 11/10
o McMurtrey Pool: 12/2 thru 12/17.
PARKS
Area 1
Installed bark in the planter between Renfro and Allen Rd.
Cleanup throughout Area 1 due to storm damage.
Area 2
Staff cleaned their respective assignment areas due to storm damage.
Deer Peak Park
Maxicom activated to operate on an E.T. based program.
Jastro Park
Staff replaced new double glide slide at 2 to 5 play area on 9/20/17.
Mesa Marin
On 9/8/2017, Maintenance contractor reported that the field lights had
been manually left on Thursday night. A site check was performed and all
systems checked out good.
Quailwood Park
o A stuck valve was found and repaired.
Weston Park
Maxicom automatically shut down the watering system until irrigation needs
were repaired.
Westside Parkway
BHC removed tumbleweeds on the Westside Parkway on the following
days:
9/6/17, 9/13/17, 9/20/17 & 9/27/17
Tree Maintenance
Tree staff cleaned up approximately 200 trees and limbs that fell during a
wind storm at the beginning of the month. Staff needed two and a half
weeks to clean up.
o Staff trimmed bushes on Bike Path between Manor and Carrier Canal
Bridge for 4 days.
o Staff delivered and set up one (1) mobile restroom and one (1) ticket booth
for the Trace Atkins concert. The following day staff dismantled and
returned them back to storage.
Department of Recreation and Parks
September 2017 Monthly Report
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o Staff Delivered and set up three (3) mobile restrooms to TPRW for Gospel
Fest. The following day staff dismantled and returned them back to storage.
o Staff assisted Code Enforcement in cleaning encampments in the Kern
River. Five (5) camps were cleaned and took staff four (4) hours to
complete.
Trimming:
Trees Trimmed: 49 Clearance: 11 Removals: 18
Service Tickets:
Received: 159 Completed: 113
UPCOMING/ONGOING EVENTS:
Good Neighbor Festival Honoring Hidden Heroes – Saturday, October 14th from
11am – 2pm at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. All ages/Free.
MLK Halloweentown – Friday, October 27th from 1:30 pm 3:30 pm at Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. Community Center. Ages 5-17/Free.
For additional activities and events offered through the Recreation and Parks
Department, please visit the website at www.bakersfieldparks.us.
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 9th
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 12 – Condors vs San Antonio 6:30 PM
$37, $27, $22, $18, $14, $12 On Sale Now
October 14 – Condors vs Tucson 7:00 PM
$37, $27, $22, $18, $14, $12 On Sale Now
October 27 & 28 – Condors vs Stockton 7:00 PM
$37, $27, $22, $18, $14, $12 On Sale Now
October 29 – Banda MS 7:00 PM
$101, $87, $72, $57, $41 On Sale Now
November 1 – Condors vs Manitoba 6:30 PM
$37, $27, $22, $18, $14, $12 On Sale Now
November 3 – Skillet, Britt Nicole, etc.7:00 PM
$49.75, $36.75, $26.75, $19.75 On Sale Now
November 9 - Disney On Ice 7:00 PM
$60, $36, $12 On Sale Now
November 10 – Disney On Ice 7:00 PM
$60, $36, $25, $23, $18, $15, $12 On Sale Now
November 11 – Disney On Ice 3PM/7PM
$60, $36, $25, $23, $18, $15, $12 On Sale Now
November 12 – Disney On Ice 1PM/5PM
$60, $36, $25, $23, $18, $15, $12 On Sale Now
November 18 – PBR Velocity Tour 7:00 PM
$150, $65, $45, $25, $15 On Sale Now
February 19 - Harlem Globetrotters 2:00 PM
$90, $50, $40, $33, $25, $18 On Sale 10/11
October 12 – Theresa Caputo 7:30 PM
$89.75, $59.75, $49.75, $39.75 On Sale Now
November 4 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
November 30 – Mannheim Steamroller 7:30 PM
$67.50, $52.50, $35 On Sale Now
January 13 – Sesame Street Live 2 & 6 PM
$60, $35, $25, $20, $15 On Sale 10/10
February 10 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
March 10 – Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM
$45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now
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October 12 – America 7:00 PM
$59.50, $49.50, $29.50, $19.50 On Sale Now
October 14 – Festival Latino 12:00 PM
Free
October 28 – Ozomatli w/Velorio 6:00 PM
$35, $15 On Sale Now