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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.21.20237/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 1/12 Bakerseld Notes The Sound of What's Happening! Friday, July 21, 2023 Notable Items State of the City City Manager Christian Clegg and Mayor Karen Goh attended and spoke at the annual State of the City event hosted by the Greater Bakerseld Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, July 19. Several department directors, managers and staff members were also on-hand. In his remarks, Clegg spoke about the potential of the City, as well as the improvements to infrastructure such as street repairs following the winter storms, improvements to bike and pedestrian safety made over the last year and leveraging state and federal funding through grants for local Bakerseld Notes 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 2/12 projects. Through the City's new gun violence reduction strategy, we've seen reductions in homicides from 2022 (40%), gang shootings (49%) and Shotspotter activations (30%) - all positive results demonstrating that the strategy is working. The launch of the new Park Rangers program and an emphasis on the Adopt-A-Park program have also helped us take back our public spaces from undesirable activity and made parks places for families to enjoy. While there are still concerns with the impacts of homelessness and a potential economic downturn looming, the City Manager's Ofce and City staff are condent the City is prepared to handle whatever may come. The Mayor mentioned that the City has funded a tripling of beds for homeless individuals, including 118 new beds at the Brundage Lane Navigation Center which came online early in 2023. Bakerseld also has the fewest unsheltered homeless per capita in California. To stave off economic woes, the City boasts a $50 million reserve set aside as well. 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 3/12 We have a Brewery Trail winner! Congratulations to Erika F., winner of Visit Bakerseld’s L.A. Dodgers ticket giveaway contest! She received four tickets to see the men in blue play in Chavez Ravine after she checked-in to the Bakerseld Kern County Brewery Trail. More Dodgers tickets will be given away this summer, so watch Visit Bakerseld’s social media posts for details! 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 4/12 And you can always join the Brewery Trail just to check out some of the best local brews in Bakerseld and Kern County, so sign up today! Learn about the Brewery Trail Jehovah's Witness Convention returns for fourth weekend at Mechanics Bank Arena The Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention will once again be held at Mechanics Bank Arena this weekend. This summer, the group is holding ve conventions in Bakerseld, and this will be the group’s fourth. It begins Friday morning and runs through Sunday. The fth convention is set for July 28-30. Public input sought for Niles & Monterey Complete Streets Project The City of Bakerseld is committed to improving road safety and mobility for all users to save lives and meet diverse needs and challenges of our disadvantaged communities. The City is working to secure federal funds for the Niles and Monterey Complete Streets Project, which will transform these 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 5/12 corridors into safer, more accessible, and pedestrian-friendly routes using Complete Streets strategies. These strategies focus on trafc calming, ADA modications, raised cycle tracks, and new trees to improve users’ safety and travel. Let us know what you'd like to see by visiting the Public Coordinate website to provide input, ideas and suggestions:  https://ayr.app/l/nkrG City Council recruiting for Youth Commission The City Council is looking to ll a number of vacancies on the Youth Commission: Mayor’s Regular and Alternate Member Appointments Ward 1 Regular and Alternate Appointments Ward 2 Regular and Alternate Appointments Ward 3 Alternate Appointment Ward 4 Alternate Appointment Ward 5 Regular Appointment Ward 7 Alternate Appointment Applications are available at the City Clerk’s Ofce, City Hall, 1600 Truxtun Avenue, or on the City’s website and should be returned to the City Clerk’s Ofce by July 26, 2023. EOA dumpster security pilot program Businesses in the City's Economic Opportunity Area can now apply for a free metal lid and gravity lock for three-cubic yard dumpsters. 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 6/12 Check the map below to see if your business is located in the EOA. Help prevent unauthorized dumping, vandalism and dumpster diving with these tools. Learn more: bit.ly/42PDkXp Upcoming Recreation & Parks programming! Pools will be closed Saturday, July 26 for the annual City-wide swim meet! 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 7/12 Join our team! 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 8/12 Employee Service Awards Week of July 16 Sandra Alvarez, Animal Control, 15 years 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 9/12 Trafc Advisories Overnight closures planned for NB99 to EB58 connector Nighttime closures have been scheduled for the northbound State Route 99 to eastbound State Route 58 connector. The closures will take place nightly from Sunday, July 23 through Thursday, July 27 for the release and removal of falsework. The closures will begin at 9 p.m. and end at 5 a.m. California Highway Patrol will be monitoring the construction zone. During the closures, northbound to eastbound motorists will be detoured to exit State Route 99 at California Avenue. At California Avenue turn left/west then merge right to enter the southbound State Route 99 on-ramp. Travel south along State Route 99 before entering the eastbound State Route 58 connector ramp. Construction schedules may be changed without notice due to unforeseen circumstances. The Thomas Roads Improvement Program apologizes for any inconvenience this work may cause the traveling public. Construction schedules may be changed without notice due to unforeseen circumstances. The Thomas Roads Improvement Program apologizes for any inconvenience this work may cause the traveling public. Pavement rehabilitation project on Haley Street A pavement rehabilitation project on Haley Street between Panorama Drive and University Avenue is set to begin Tuesday, July 25, 2023. The reconstruction of the roadway will take place from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 25 through Friday, August 11. The project is 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 10/12 expected to be completed by Aug. 11, 2023. Trafc delays are expected as a result of this work. Drivers are advised to use caution and to take alternate routes or allow extra travel time through this area. There may be temporary road closures at intersections during the reconstruction, however, detours and alternative routes will be provided during these phases of construction. The City thanks the public for its patience and understanding during the completion of these improvements. Please note: Construction work may be postponed and rescheduled without notice due to inclement weather and other unforeseen conditions. Reports Brundage Lane Navigation Center monthly report, June 2023. Code Enforcement Rapid Response Team weekly report, July 8-14, 2023. Recreation & Parks Dept. Support Team for Operations, Rangers and Maintenance (STORM) weekly report, July 9-15, 2023. WARN Notice, David's Bridal, June 29, 2023. Events Tuesday, July 25 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 11/12 Browneld Site Reuse and Revitalization Program community meeting, 4 p.m. via Zoom. Register here 7/21/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 07.21.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/25535f37bb8849e1868d805bcf6dc11c/print 12/12