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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10.20.202310/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 1/29 Bakerseld Notes The Sound of What's Happening! Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 Notable Items BPD awarded $500,000 grant for Trafc Enforcement Program The Bakerseld Police Department has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the California Ofce of Trafc Safety (OTS) to help support BPD's ongoing Trafc Enforcement Program to improve safety on City roads and reduce the totals of serious injuries and deaths. The grant will support programs and enforcements including: Bakerseld Notes 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 2/29 DUI checkpoints and proactive patrols focused on stopping suspected impaired drivers. High-visibility distracted driving enforcement operations targeting drivers in violation of California’s hands-free cell phone law. Enforcement operations focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk. Enforcement operations focused on top violations that cause crashes: speeding, failure to yield, stop sign and/or red-light running, and improper turning or lane changes. Community presentations on trafc safety issues such as distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding, and bicycle and pedestrian safety. Collaborative enforcement efforts with neighboring agencies. Ofcer training and/or recertication: Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). Targeted enforcement of Street racing and Illegal Takeover events. The program will run through September 2024 and was supported by a grant from the OTS through the National Highway Trafc Safety Administration. Kern River Parkway parking lot rehab completed early! The Kern River Parkway parking lot rehabilitation project has been completed and both parking lots have been re-opened as of Thursday, Oct. 19. The entire project was expected to be completed by Monday, Oct. 23, marking an early completion! The parking lot on westbound Truxtun Avenue east of Mohawk Street re- opened Sept. 30. The rehabilitation project started Aug. 28. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 3/29 The Kern River Parkway and the amenities themselves remained open and available to the public during the rehab project. The City thanks the public for its patience and understanding during the completion of these improvements. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 4/29 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 5/29 More than 80 Entrepreneurship Grant Program applications received since June, $170,000 worth of grants approved The City of Bakerseld’s Entrepreneurship Grant Program is under way and over 82 applications have been received. The program - a partnership between the City, California State University Bakerseld's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Foodservice Management Program, Bakerseld College Launchpad, and Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce - has provided opportunities for small businesses to improve their business planning and assist with key documents when rst starting a business. “Bakerseld College Launchpad's partnership with the City of Bakerseld represents a critical collaboration in establishing a robust business ecosystem," said NaTesha Johnson, Program Director at Launchpad Bakerseld College. "Creating a robust ecosystem to support small businesses through Launchpad's education and technical assistance is vital for ensuring sustainability, fostering economic growth, and enabling small businesses to scale within our community. One of the most gratifying aspects is seeing these small businesses secure the necessary funding and the transformative impact it will have on their operations.” 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 6/29 Since June, 21 small businesses have received capital totaling $170,000 for start-up costs or to help grow their existing business. Through the program, eligible businesses can receive grants of $5,000, $10,000, $25,000, or up to $40,000 which can be used for payroll and benets, utilities, mortgage or rent payments, license or permit fees, expansion costs, operating expenses, and more. Learn more City breaks ground on future Linnell-Brahma Park On Thursday, Oct. 19, the City's Recreation & Parks Department broke ground on the site of a new future park in South Bakerseld, one that has been years in the making. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 7/29 Linnell-Brahma Park - at the corner of Linnell Way and Brahma Street - will feature children’s and youth playgrounds, a shaded exercise station, a six-foot-wide multi-use path, multiple picnic areas with barbecue grills and tables, a half-court basketball court, and will be Americans with Disability Act accessible. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 8/29 City Councilmember Eric Arias, whose Ward 1 area will be home to the new park, spoke at the ceremony, joined by neighboring Councilmember Manpreet Kaur (Ward 7) and Mayor Karen Goh. Recreation & Parks Director Rick Anthony called the future park a promise the City made to the neighborhood - one that City staff is proud to keep. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 9/29 To offset some of the cost to build the more than $5.5 million park, the Recreation & Parks Department applied for and was awarded a Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Grant (Prop 68) of more than $3 million in 2020, helping reduce the impact of the project on local funding sources. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 10/29 One of the requirements of the state grant is the inclusion of a community wall art mural completed by a local artist. The local community voted on three options for the design which were presented by the Arts Council of Kern. The winner - Fun in the Park by Jesse Moreno (at right) - was announced at the groundbreaking. Moreno's design will be painted on one of the walls in the future park. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 11/29 Linnell-Brahma Park is expected to be completed by Summer 2024. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 12/29 Reminder: Active Transportation Summit and Festival set for Oct. 21 - RSVP today! Don't forget to RSVP for the upcoming Bakerseld Active Transportation Summit and Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21! The City - in partnership with Blue Zones Project-Bakerseld - is hosting a free, family-friendly Active Transportation Summit and Festival from noon to 4 p.m. at the Bakerseld Community House (2020 R Street) that will feature a rafe for child- and adult-sized bikes, skateboards, scooters, and helmets! Free food and snacks will be available while supplies last, as well as bike, skateboard, and roller skate safety demonstrations. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 13/29 Project and City staff will be on hand to answer any questions about the Active Transportation Plan as well as active transportation in our community. The public can also hear from keynote speaker Stewart Robertson, a renowned author of several active transportation guidelines, discussing best practices for ATPs around the nation and the lessons that have been learned to optimize travel for pedestrians, bicyclists and more. And the City is accepting feedback on the ATP project right now! Comments made on the linked interactive map will be considered as we outline potential future projects. RSVP here! Take our ATP survey! Third Thursday returns after hiatus For the rst time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Downtown Business Association's Third Thursday returned for the community to enjoy. Central Park at Mill Creek played host to Third Thursday on Oct. 19 with the City of Bakerseld's Recreation & Parks Department serving as a sponsor. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 14/29 Mayor Karen Goh, Rec. & Parks Director Rick Anthony along with representatives from Bakerseld Fire, Bakerseld Police, Rec. & Parks and Keep Bakerseld Beautiful were amongst those on hand gathering with the community. A number of informational booths with games and prizes were also setup throughout the park. Third Thursday returns to Central Park at Mill Creek. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 15/29 What do you want to see in City of Bakerseld parks? Take the survey! Share your priorities for site and systemwide recommendations for our parks, recreation facilities, trails, tree canopy, programs, and services. Community needs and desired improvements are more than the City can afford at this time. Take this online Prioritization Exercise to join the discussion. Prioritization Exercise Council recruiting to ll vacancies on advisory boards and commissions Fire Dept. Civil Service Board (1) Miscellaneous Departments Civil Service Board (2) Police Dept. Civil Service Board (1) Kern Mosquito and Vector Control Board (1) North of the River Recreation and Parks District Board of Directors (1) Planning Commission (1) 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 16/29 Bakerseld Youth Commission (1; Ward 7 alternate) Provide feedback for safety improvements along Monitor Street School Corridor Looking to make safety improvements for the thousands of children attending school on or near Monitor Street, the City is seeking public input as it looks to secure funding for future projects. An interactive map allows users to provide comments and recommendations for improvements along the Monitor Street School Corridor, which stretches from South High School to the north on Planz Road down to Golden Valley High School on the south end on Hosking Avenue. The City will work to secure funds through the Active Transportation Program, which is run by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). Provide Feedback Now accepting feedback on 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. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 17/29 The City is working to secure federal funds for the Niles and Monterey Complete Streets Project, which will transform these 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. Give us your feedback! Upcoming Recreation & Parks programming! 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 18/29 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 19/29 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 20/29 Employee Service Awards Week of Oct. 15 Keith Cason, Police Dept., 15 years Ryan Vaughan, Police Dept., 15 years 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 21/29 Timothy Berchtold, Police Dept., 15 years Trafc Advisories Overnight closures planned for WB58 to SB99 connector Nighttime closures have been scheduled for the westbound State Route 58 to southbound State Route 99 connector. The closures will take place from Sunday, Oct. 22 through Thursday, Oct. 26 for the installation of overhead signs. 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, westbound motorists will be detoured to northbound State Route 99. From State Route 99 exit at California Avenue and turn left/west. Merge right to enter the southbound State Route 99 on-ramp. The City and Thomas Roads Improvement Program thank 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. Click image to enlarge 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 22/29 Reports City Council Agenda Highlights, Oct. 25, 2023. Bakerseld Police Dept. Special Enforcement Unit monthly report, September 2023. Recreation & Parks Dept. Support Team for Operations, Rangers and Maintenance (STORM) weekly report, Oct. 8-14, 2023 DirecTV programming changes letter, Oct. 10, 2023. Events Saturday, Oct. 21 Walk to End Alzheimer's, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Park at River Walk (11200 Stockdale Highway). Bakerseld Active Transportation Summit and Festival, noon to 4 p.m. at the Bakerseld Community House (2020 R Street). 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 23/29 Sunday, Oct. 22 Fun with the Frontline, 3 to 8 p.m. at Seven Oaks Country Club (2000 Grand Lakes Avenue). This event is for those 21-years-old and older. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 24/29 Tuesday, Oct. 24 Recreation & Parks Prioritization Workshop, 6 p.m. at Community House, 2020 R Street. Wednesday, Oct. 25 MLK Community Center HalloweenTown, 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (1000 S. Owens Street). 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 25/29 Thursday, Oct. 26 Hal-LAW-een, 4 to 8 p.m., Bakerseld Police Department (1601 Truxtun Avenue). 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 26/29 Friday, Oct. 27 Sunset Mayower Park dedication, 9 a.m. at 700 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Silvercreek Community Center Halloweentown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Silvercreek Community Center (7011 Harris Road). Movies in the Park will follow Halloweentown. 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 27/29 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 28/29 10/20/23, 3:53 PM Bakersfield Notes 10.20.2023 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d0a6d7df37e548dc921d2b065f0ee736/print 29/29