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C O R R E C T I O N
Staff: Committee Members:
Jacqui Kitchen, Assistant City Manager Councilmember, Willie Rivera - Chair
Councilmember, Andrae Gonzales
Councilmember, Chris Parlier
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS
AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
of the City Council - City of Bakersfield
Thursday, February 13, 2020
9:00 a.m.
City Hall North – Conference Room A
1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
A G E N D A
1. ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
3. ADOPTION OF MARCH 5, 2019 AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion and Committee Recommendation Regarding Adoption of the 2020
Committee Meeting Schedule – Kitchen
B. Discussion Regarding Street Racing – Terry
5. DEFERRED BUSINESS
A. Human Trafficking Update – Terry
6. COMMITTEE COMMENTS
7. ADJOURNMENT
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B A K E R S F I E L D
Committee Members
Staff: Steven Teglia Councilmember, Willie Rivera Chair
Assistant City Manager Councilmember, Andrae Gonzales
Councilmember, Chris Parlier
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Thursday, March 5, 2019
9:00 a.m.
City Hall North – Conference Room A
1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
The meeting was convened at 9:00 a.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Committee members: Councilmember, Willie Rivera, Chair
Councilmember, Andrae Gonzales
Councilmember, Chris Parlier
City staff: Steve Teglia, Assistant City Manager
Brianna Carrier, Administrative Analyst III
Nathan Gutierrez, Management Assistant
Virginia Gennaro, City Attorney
Viridiana Gallardo-King, Associate City Attorney
Andrew Heglund, Deputy City Attorney
Lyle Martin, Chief of Police
Jason Matson, Jeremy Grimes, Mike Hale, Police Captains
James Moore, Uriel Pacheco and Nathan McCauley, Police Sergeants
Clayton Madden and Jeremy Blakemore, Police Lieutenants
Nestor Barajas and Adam Garcia Police Officers
Billy Routh and Adam Clayton Police Officers
Additional Attendees:
Manuel Carrizalez – BPD Chaplain – Stay Focused Ministry
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
None
/s/ Steven Teglia
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3. ADOPTION OF MARCH 22, 2018 AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
The Report was unanimously adopted as submitted.
4. REPORTS
A. Report regarding Gang/Graffiti Enforcement – Martin
Chief of Police Martin introduced members of the Special Enforcement Unit (SEU)
Lieutenant Madden and Police Officers Barajas and Garcia who provided a PowerPoint
presentation summarizing the SEU’s 2018 activities related to gang and graffiti
enforcement. Police Officer Barajas stated that overall year-to-date, firearms seized and
arrests had decreased when compared to 2017. Police Officer Garcia added that
continued community outreach and prevention efforts continue to deter graffiti which
had also decreased significantly when compared to 2017. Chief of Police Martin added
that the addition of technological advances is leading to more thorough investigations,
especially in the SEU and Impact units.
Committee member Parlier inquired if the SEU will be expanded in the future.
Chief of Police Martin stated that with the passage of the Bakersfield Public Safety and
Vital Services measure, SEU and the Impact Team will expand after staffing in the Patrol
Unit is at an adequate level.
B. Report regarding Safe Streets Partnership Efforts – Martin
Police Officer Garcia stated the Safe Streets Partnership, between the Bakersfield Police
Department SEU and various community organizations continues to engage the
community. The Partnership plays an important role and continues to provide outreach
and mentoring services to the community as well. Chief of Police Martin added that a
special appreciation event was being held later in the day to recognize all the
individuals who contribute to the success of the Partnership.
Committee member Gonzales commended Chief of Police Martin for his leadership and
recognized the Police Department’s hard work and continued engagement with the
public to strengthen the relationship between the two.
Lieutenant Blakemore provided a brief summary of the implementation of the Body –
Worn Camera pilot program, which to-date has been an overall success. The addition
of this technology tool has allowed for additional positive engagement with the
community. Productivity and efficiency has also increased among the Department as
well. Chief of Police Martin stated an update would be provided to the City Council at a
future Council meeting.
C. Report regarding ShotSpotter Program – Martin
Chief of Police Martin introduced Sergeant Moore and Senior Police Officer Routh who
provided an update on the ShotSpotter Program that was implemented in March of
2018. The Program has been successful and has filled a gap that exists when members of
the community do not report hearing gun shots.
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Committee member Parlier commended Chief of Police Martin and the Police
Department for recognizing the importance of the ShotSpotter Program and its
implementation. He inquired if the Program would be expanded in the future and if so,
to what areas of the city.
Chief of Police Martin stated an expansion of the Program would be included as part of
the Bakersfield Public Safety and Vital Services measure budget proposal in the future.
Possible areas of expansion would be in the northwest near the 34th and Q Streets
corridor.
Committee member Parlier requested the Committee be provide a plot map and a list
of zones where ShotSpotter may be expanded to.
Committee member Gonzales inquired about any instances when ShotSpotter did not
detect shots fired and what kind of public education about the Program has been
conducted to address privacy concerns.
Chief of Police Martin responded that there have been a few occurrences and staff
immediately works with ShotSpotter to analyze audio and calibrate the system. The
instances are then recorded. He also indicated that several community meetings have
been held to provide the community with information; several of which have had low
attendance.
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion and Committee Recommendation Regarding Adoption of the 2019
Committee Meeting Schedule – Teglia
The schedule was adopted as submitted with the exception that the May meeting be
held on May 23rd.
6. COMMITTEE COMMENTS
Committee Chair Rivera inquired about the Joint City/County Task Force to Combat
Gang Violence Committee. Assistant City Manager Teglia and City Attorney Gennaro
concurred that the Committee had been dissolved by mutual decision between the
two entities. He also inquired about the status of the “John Program” in particular, the
outreach to the District Attorney’s Office. Chief of Police Martin responded that staff has
not been able to meet with the newly elected District Attorney; staff will continue to
facilitate a discussion.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:44 a.m.
Safe Neighborhoods and Community Relations Committee Calendar
January 2020 Through December 2020
All meetings will be held at City Hall North, First Floor, Conference Room A
9:00 a.m.3:30 pm Closed Session 5:15 p.m. Public Session
Budget Hearing: 06/10, Budget Adoption: 6/24
12:00 p.m.
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League of California Cities Mayors and Council Members Executive Forum - June 17 -19, 2020
League of California Cities Annual Conference - October 7 -9, 2020
Approved: DRAFT
City Council Meetings
Budget Departmental Workshop
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH
Safe Neighborhoods Committee
Holidays - City Hall Closed
OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
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BAKERSFIELD POLICE
MEMORANDUM
TO: Safe Neighborhoods Committee
Council Member Willie Rivera
Council Member Chris Parlier
Council Member Andrae Gonzales
FROM: Greg Terry, Interim Chief of Police
DATE: February 7, 2020
SUBJECT: Human Trafficking Efforts – Update
The Bakersfield Police Department (BPD) actively investigates incidents of human trafficking through
the use of proactive investigations based on complaints from the community and leads provided by
local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The BPD also participates in local initiatives geared
toward addressing this issue; including:
The “Kern County Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) Program” along with many
other local county agencies and non-profits.
BPD Detectives with the Organized Crime/Vice Unit, the Department’s lead investigative unit,
attend monthly meetings of local organizations who advocate for victims of human trafficking.
In 2019 the BPD began participating in a research project through the Fresno Pacific University
tracking law enforcement and anti-human trafficking agency data from Bakersfield to Merced.
The BPD has also established strong working relationships and partnered with law enforcement
agencies in Riverside, Fresno, San Bernardino, Ventura and Las Vegas in various human trafficking
investigations. These regional agencies frequently share information which has led to several
successful outcomes. The BPD also partners with U.S. Homeland Security Investigations and
participates in the federal Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) program.
Local Human Trafficking statistics (January 2018 to present):
7 confirmed cases
4 possible cases
11 pimping cases
These cases are in various stages of the investigative process. Several involve local, state, and federal
partners.
The BPD will continue to review possibilities to pursue grants which can help fund additional efforts.
Documents
Presented At The
Safe Neighborhood and
Community Relations
Committee
February 13, 2020
Meeting
Bakersfield Police
Department
Street Racing: Deterrence and Enforcement
Street Racing: What does it look like?
CVC 23103
(a) – Driving a vehicle upon a highway in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of
persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.
(b) – Driving in an off-street parking facility in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of
persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.
Misdemeanor: Can be jailed (5 to 90 days), fined ($145.00 to $1,000.00), or both.
CVC 23109
(a) – Motor vehicle speed contest on a highway prohibited.
(b) – Prohibited to aid or abet a Motor vehicle speed contest on a highway.
(c) – Exhibition of speed on a highway: participate, aid, or abet prohibited.
(d) – Facilitate or aid a motor vehicle speed contest on a highway.
Misdemeanor: Can be jailed (24 hours to 90 days), fined (between $355.00 and $1000.00), or both.
Probation, Forty hours of community service required, and license suspension (between 90 days and six
months), too.
Cue to 07:13
Street Racing: Wait, there’s more to
hear.
CVC 27151
(a) Shall not modify and/or operate a vehicle so that the exhaust system will
amplify or increase the noise emitted by the motor vehicle such that it is outside
the provisions of CVC 27150 or CVC 27200, Article 2.5
Infraction – Fine ($196.00 and up), Can result in hike to insurance of $1000.00 or more.
CVC 27200
Noise limit for a motor vehicle between 80 and 88 dBA depending on size, tonnage
and type (see CVC 27202, CVC 27204, and CVC 27206).
Street Racing: Scope of the Issue
Street Racing: Scope of the Issue
Street Racing: Deterrence & Intervention
Having a conversation.
Media releases
Virtual Forum (01/16/2020)
Public Forum – Independence High School (01/21/2020)
Collaborating on solutions.
Ad Hoc Street Racing Task Force
Kern County Raceway Park, Bakersfield Car Club Council,
local automobile industry merchants, and racing/high
performance vehicle enthusiasts.
Organized and sanctioned HPV events.
Information
Old School: Traditional ad signage and PSA (pending)
New School: Social media PSA and web site posting (pending)
Street Racing: Enforcement Action
Street Racing Enforcement Operations Renewed on 11/22/2019
Intelligence gathering
Patrol of SR activity zones
Outreach and enforcement activities
Media release to report actions and results
12/20/2019, operational activity frequency increased to twice a week.
Ad Hoc Street Racing Task Force: BPD, CHP, KC Parks PD, and CA BAR (01/25/2020)
Street Racing: Operational Results
[Combined over 14 Enforcement Events]
Traffic Stops 179
Impounds 26
Citations 130
CFS Response 15
Street Racing
Questions?
Lt. Matthew Hilliard, #741
West Zones Commander / Operations Division
Office: 661-326-3977
Email: mhilliard@bakersfieldpd.us