HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/22/1987 MINUTES CCBakersfield, California, April 22, 1987
Minutes of the Special Joint Meeting of the Council of
the City of Bakersfield and the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency,
held in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 5:00 p.m., April 22,
1987.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Payne.
follows
Present
The City Clerk called the roll of the City Council as
Mayor Payne. Councilmembers Childs, Christensen, Smith,
Moore, Dickerson, Salvaggio
Absent: Councilmembers Ratty
The City Clerk called the roll of the Redevelopment
Agency as follows:
Present: Agency Members Childs, Christensen,
SalvaggiO, .Smith
Absent: Agency Membe~ Ratty~' ''
Dickerson, Moore,
HEARINGS
This is the time set for a Joint Public
Hearing of the Council and the Redevelop-
ment Agency of the City of Bakersfield
for the purpose of adopting a resolution
amending the Participation Agreement for
the City Center Project between MosesJan
Development Corporation and the Bakers-
field Redevelopment Agency.
Adoption of Resolution No. 61-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amend-
ing the Participation Agreement for the
City Center Project between MosesJan
Development Corporation and the Bakers-
field Redevelopment Agency.
Upon a motion
61-87 of the Council of
following vote:
by Councilmember Childs, Resolution No.
the City of Bakersfield was adopted by
the
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
None
Councilmember Ratty
Smith, Moore,
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, adoption of Reso-
lution No. 61-87 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield was re-
considered.
Mayor Payne declared the ttearing open for public parti-
cipation. No protests or objections being received and no one
wishing to speak in favor, Mayor Payne closed the public portion
of the hearing for Council and Agency deliberation and action.
Special Legal Counsel Dave Beatty, of McDonough, Holland
and Allan, outlined changes being made in the Participation Agree-
ment for the City Center Project, indicating the changes are to
the financing portion only.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 2
Adoption of Resolution No. 61-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amend-
ing the Participation Agreement for the
City Center Project between Mosesian
Development Corporation and the Bakers-
field Redevelopment Agency.
Upon a motion
61-87 of the Council of
following vote:
by Councilmember Childs, Resolution No.
the City of Bakersfield was adopted by
the
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
None
Councilmember Ratty
Smith, Moore,
Adoption of Resolution No. RA4-87 of the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Bakersfield amending the Participation
Agreement for the City Center Project
between MosesJan Development Corporation
and the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency.
Upon a motion by Agency Member Childs, Resolution No.
RA4-87 of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Bakersfield was
adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Agency Members Childs, Christensen,
Salvaggio, Smith
Noes: None
Absent: Agency Member Ratty
Dickerson, Moore,
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the
Redevelopment Agency, upon a motion by Agency Member Childs,
meeting was adjourned at 5:16 p.m.
the
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, the meeting was
adjourned at 5:16 p.m.
ATTEST:
MAYOR of the Cit of Bakersfield, Calif.
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield,
California, April 22, 1987
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the
City Hall at 7:02 p.m., April 22, 1987.
the Council of the
Council Chambers of
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Payne, fol-
lowed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Reverend Steve
Kaay of the First Assembly of God Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present:
Mayor Payne.
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen, Smith,
Ratty, Moore, Dickerson,
Salvaggio
Absent: None
MINUTES
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of April 8, 1987, were approved.
PRESENTATION
Police Officer Steve Griffith introduced Franklin Ele-
mentary School's 6th Grade Boys' Rap, who performed a drug rap
entitled "Just Say No To Drugs"
Mayor Payne read a proclamation declaring April 22,
1987, as Dewey Sceales Day in the City of Bakersfield and pre-
sented Mr. Sceales with several gifts and a Key to the City upon
his retirement as Planning Director of the City of Bakersfield.
Vice-Mayor Childs read a proclamation declaring April
19-26, 1987, as Bakersfield Jazz Week, and presented it to Doug
Davis, Cal State Bakersfield; Ruben Fernandez, Bakersfield Col-
lege; and Lori King, host of Bakersfield's Jazz Show.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Russell A. Byrd, Piston Parking Corporation, 2601 17th
Street, spoke regarding solutions for off-street parking.
Councilmember Childs made a motion to refer Mr. Byrd's
presentation to staff, asking that they confer with Mr. Byrd and
come back to Council with a report.
Earl Keefer,
for Order of Immediate
site.
5608 Julie Street, spoke in support of need
Possession regarding Harris & Akers Park
Roy Malahowski, Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance,
spoke in support of a Homeless Task Force.
Sharon Moon, 2304 Mandeline Court, spoke in support of
Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87 regarding endan-
gered species habitat.
Donna Yowell, 914 Castaic Avenue, spoke in support of
Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87 regarding endan-
gered species habitat.
Arthur Unger, 2815 LaCresta Drive, spoke in support of
Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87 regarding endan-
gered species habitat.
Mayor Payne recessed the meeting at 7:55 p.m. to recon-
vene the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Following adjournment of
the Redevelopment Agency meeting, the Council meeting reconvened
at 8:36 p.m.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 2
HEARINGS
This is the time set for a public
hearing for the purpose of consider-
ing an application by Simpson-Van
Curen, Inc. for a Modification to
allow a six-story structure with a
height of 95 feet where the maximum
allowable height is 75 feet in an
M-1 (Light Manufacturing) Zone on
that certain property commonly known
as 5201 Truxtun Avenue.
Mayor Payne declared the hearing open for public parti-
'cipation.
Jim Marino was present representing for Simpson-Van
Curen, Inc.
No protests or objections being received and no one
wishing to speak in favor, Mayor Payne closed the public portion
of the hearing for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, application by
Simpson-Van Curen, Inc. for a modification to allow a six-story
structure with a height of 95 feet where the maximum allowable
height is 75 feet in an M-1 (Light Manufacturing) Zone on that
certain property commonly known as 5201 Truxtun Avenue, was
approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
Noes: None
Absent: None
Smith, Ratty, Moore,
This is the time set for a public
hearing confirming the Report of
Superintendent of Streets as to work
done, costs of work and assessment
of costs for installation of curb,
gutter and connecting paving along
Mesa Grande Street in front of Parcel
C, Tract 2263, and ordering notices
of liens delivered to County Auditor
for collection of liens with taxes.
Mayor Payne declared the hearing open for public parti-
cipation.
No protests or objections being received and no one
wishing to speak in t'avor, Mayor Payne closed the public portion
of the hearing for Council deliberation and action.
Adoption of Resolution No. 62-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield con-
firming report of Superintendent of
Streets as to work done, costs of work,
and assessment of costs for installation
of curb, gutter and connecting paving
along Mesa Grande Street in front of
Parcel C, Tract 2263, and ordering noti-
ces of liens delivered to County Auditor
for collection of liens with taxes.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio,
62-87 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield was
following roll call vote:
Resolution No.
adopted by the
Ayes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Sa]vaggio
~oes: None
bsent: None
Smith,
Ratty, Moore,
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 3
CORRESPONDENCE
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, communication from
California Water Service Company, 1920 Eye Street, dated April 8,
1987, requesting an extension of six months to complete the re-
quired street improvements on their Pacheco Road property, was
received and referred to the Auditorium and Community Services
Committee.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, communication from
California State College, 9001 Stockdale Highway, dated April 6,
1987, requesting Council support and approval of the College's
proposal for the Riparian Studies Area, was received and referred
to the Water Resources Committee.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, communica-
tion from Harold E. Garrett, 2410 So. "M" Street, submitting sug-
gestions for Downtown area, old J. C. Penney Store building located
at 19th Street and Chester Avenue, was received and referred to
the Economic Development Department.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, communication from
James T. Rowland, 3048 Panama Lane, received April 15, 1987, re-
questing a General Plan Amendment from R-2 to C-1 located at the
northeast corner of Panama Lane and Fortune Street, was received
and referred to the Planning Commission for study and recommenda-
tion.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, communica-
tion from San Joaquin Valley Cardiovascular Thoracic Medical
Group, 1711 28th Street, dated April 1, 1987, submitting a com-
plaint regarding trash pickup service, was received and referred
to the Community Services Department.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, communication from
the Bakersfield Art Foundation, P.O. Box 1911, dated April 15,
1987, submitting a current list of members, was received and
placed on file.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, communication from
Gannon Enterprises, Inc., 4101 Union Avenue, dated April 9, 1987,
regarding proposed Beach Park release of Deed restriction, was re-
ceived and referred to the Budget and Finance Committee.
REPORTS
Councilmember Childs, Chairman of the Budget and Finance
Committee, read Budget and Finance Committee Report No. 13-87, re-
garding New Construction Incentive Program/Enriquez Construction,
as follows:
The City Council approved Agreement No. 85-128 on
June 12, 1985. The agreement provided Enriquez
Construction with 5 City owned lots for develop-
ment of affordable, single family homes in Census
Tract 22. The homes would be sold to families whose
annual gross income was below 80% of the City's
medium income as defined by HUD. The original
agreement was for a period of six months.
Because of problems in obtaining financing the con-
tractor was unable to start the project within the
specified time. Therefore, an extension was
granted for an additional 6 months.
The California Housing Finance Agency required
Enriquez Construction to construct 3 of the 5 sin-
gle family units with funding on the remaining 2 to
be approved after the first 3 were sold.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 - Page 4
To date, Enriquez Construction has totally com-
pleted and has sold 2 of the units and has the
third in escrow. He is ready to proceed with the
construction of the other two units. However, his
original agreement with the City has expired. Mr.
Enriquez is requesting that the City enter into an
agreement with him to build homes on the two
remaining lots.
Staff feels that the circumstances surrounding Mr.
Enriquez's failure to perform were beyond his con-
trol and are in favor of his request. Staff feels
that a period of 12 months should be given for the
completion of the homes. This will provide ample
time to adjust to any unforeseen changes in the
housing market.
Therefore, it is
approved and that
cute an agreement
in this report.
recommended that this request be
the Mayor be authorized to exe-
containing the elements written
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Budget and Fi-
nance Committee Report No. 13-87 regarding New Construction In-
centive Program/Enriquez Construction, was accepted, and the
recommendations implemented.
Councilmember Salvaggio, Chairman
mittee, read Personnel Committee Report No.
trative Aide Job Specification Revision as
of the Personnel Com-
6-87 regarding Adminis-
follows:
On April 13, 1987, the Personnel Committee met to
discuss a revision in job specifications for the
Administrative Aide classification. Based on this
meeting, the Committee recommends that the Adminis-
trative Aide job specification be changed to in-
clude the requirement of skill in the operation and
care of a word processor. The revised job specifi-
cation also provides for an Administrative Aide
being able to direct clerical staff and perform
fiscal record keeping.
The Committee recommends accepting
implementing the suggested changes
trative Aide job specification.
this report and
in the Adminis-
mittee
cation
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, Personnel Com-
Report No. 6-87 regarding Administrative Aide Job Specifi-
Revision was accepted and recommendations implemented.
Councilmember Salvaggio, Chairman of the Personnel Com-
mittee, read Personnel Committee Report No. 7-87 regarding Graphics
Technician Job Specification as follows:
On April 13, 1987, the Personnel Committee met to
discuss a job specification for the classification
of Graphics Technician. The proposed description
for the Graphics Technician reflects changes in the
expanded use of modern graphic techniques. These
changes are recommended so that this position will
not be selected from a list generated from out-of-
date and inappropriate requirements.
The Committee recommends accepting this report,
approving the new job specification, and adopting
the attached Resolution.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 5
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, Personnel Com-
mittee Report No. 7-87 regarding Graphics Technician Job Specifi-
cation was accepted and recommendations implemented.
Adoption of Resolution No. 63-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amend-
ing Resolution No. 11-87 setting salaries
and related benefits for Officers and Em-
ployees of the City of Bakersfield.
(Graphics Technician)
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, Resolution No.
63-87 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
Noes: None
Absent: None
Smith,
Ratty, Moore,
Councilmember Smith read
Report No. 12-87 regarding Closure
san's Faire as follows:
Urban Development Committee
of Patriots Park Gates for Arti-
On Wednesday, April 9, 1987, Mr. Leo Whitecotton,
representing Artisan's Guild, addressed the City
Council and requested the closure and locking of
the gates at the parking lot at Patriots Park on
April 25th and 26th, 1987, for security reasons
during the annual art show.
This committee has reviewed the proposal with City
staff to determine the feasibility and appropriate-
ness of such an action. City staff recommends
approval of the request for this event and will
monitor and evaluate the affec~ of the closure to
determine recommendations for future events.
Therefore, based on these considerations, this com-
mittee recommends that the City Council approve the
request for closure and locking of Parking Lot
Gates at Patriots Park for the Artisan's Faire.
Committee
Gates for
mented.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, Urban Development
Report No. 12-87 regarding Closure of Patriots Park
Artisan's Faire was accepted and recommendation imple-
Councilmember Ratty, Chairman of the Urban Development
Committee, read Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87 re-
garding Endangered species Habitat Program as follows:
On April 6, 1987, the Urban Development Committee
met with three members of the U.S. Fish and Wild-
life Service (Federal Agency) and City staff to
discuss the influence of endangered species on
development in Bakersfield.
It became apparent at this meeting that the City
must take an active role in reducing the limita-
tions presented by several endangered plant and
animal species on development and the City's abil-
ity to attract new businesses.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 6
Four development projects consisting of 861 acres
are currently on hold due to the need to arrive at
mitigation satisfactory to the U.S. Fish and Wild-
life Service for the San Joaquin Kit Fox, the most
publicized endangered species within the City.
To resolve the questions about what to do with the
endangered plants and animals so these properties
can develop and allow future proposals to proceed
without similar interruptions, the City must pre-
pare a Habitat Conservation Program (H.C.P.) and
apply to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for a
Section 10(a) permit.
This permit would provide an exemption to the
Endangered Species Act for disturbance of endan-
gered species if mitigation on a regional basis is
provided. Obtaining such a permit would be a posi-
tive step toward increasing Bakersfield's attrac-
tiveness to the business community. Without this
permit developers must take action to mitigate in-
dividual species impacts on a piecemeal basis which
is more costly and time consuming.
~t the same time, developing and following a Habi-
tat Conservation Program will provide for protec-
tion of rare and endangered species pursuant to the
Federal Endangered Species Act.
This Committee recommends the Council take the
lowing actions: Direct staff to:
1. Initiate the H.C.P./Section 10(a) permit pro-
cess.
Prepare and send correspondence to the United
States Fish and Wildlife Service indicating the
City's commitment to Habitat Conservation Pro-
gram preparation and application for an Endan-
gered Species Act Section 10(a) permit.
Invite Kern County to participate in the pro-
gram.
Organize a steering committee consisting of the
following members for appointment by the City
Council:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife (1)
State Department of Fish and Game (1)
Planning Commissioner (1)
Planning Commissioner (1)
County Planning staff member (1)
City Planning staff member (1)
B.I.A. representative (1)
Building trades representative (1)
Sierra Club representative (1)
Nature Conservancy representative (1)
Investigate methods of funding permit acquisi-
tion program.
Upon a motion by
Committee Report No. 13-87
Program was accepted.
Councilmember Ratty, Urban Development
regarding Endangered Species Habitat
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 - Page 7
Councilmember Salvaggio suggested asking a representa-
tive from the Kern River Parkway Committee to be on the Habitat
Conservation Program Steering Committee.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty
of Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87
gered Species Habitat Program were implemented.
the recommendations
regarding Endan-
Councilmember Salvaggio clarified his vote, stating that
he voted in support of Urban Development Committee Report No.
13-87 because he generally supports programs protecting endangered
species. He expressed his concerns and feels it wouldn't have
been harmful to add the Kern River Parkway Committee, but he
didn't sense support from the Council and he gets tired of four-
to-three votes so he didn't pursue the matter.
Councilmember Dickerson clarified his vote, stating that
the Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87 was a course of
action which is needed by the City. He feels one thing missed is
getting the leadership from the community who have expertise in
the field of protecting endangered species involved. He stated
he wants to go on record as hoping a possibility for that in-
volvement might occur in the future.
Councilmember Christensen clarified his vote, stating
that he voted for this because he desires to develop some harmony,
if possible. But, he too would have liked to see the Kern River
Parkway Committee involved, although he believes there is some
truth to a committee being too large, but he can't see a committee
of twelve or fourteen being too large. He hopes maybe down the
road they can be added.
Mayor Payne stated for the record that he believes every
reasonable effort needs to be made to protect all forms of plant
and animal life in the Bakersfield community, with the possible
exception of brussel sprouts.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, he was allowed
to deviate from the rules and ask staff questions regarding the
action taken on Urban Development Committee Report No. 13-87.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson, Legislative
Report No. 4-87 regarding Senate Bill 300, Clean Up Legislation,
was considered an item that arose after the Agenda was prepared
the following vote:
by
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
None
None
Smith, Ratty, Moore,
Councilmember Dickerson, Chairman of the Legislative
Committee, read Legislative Committee Report No. 4-87 regarding
Senate Bill 300 Clean Up Legislation as follows:
On April 8, 1987, the City Council referred corres-
pondence from Mayor Jack Kipp, City of Folsom City,
to the Legislative Committee for review and recom-
mendation. In his correspondence, Mayor Kipp urged
the City of Bakersfield to adopt a resolution simi-
lar to that adopted by the City of Folsom, which
seeks to clean up oversights caused by the passage
of SB 300. On April 21, the committee met with
staff to discuss and review this matter.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 8
SB 300 (1985) provided a one-time, non-recurring
amount of $345 million to California cities and
counties for street maintenance and reconstruction.
The allocation to the City of Bakersfield amounted
to $453,000. The bill had tied to it a maintenance
of effort requirement that cities and counties
maintain the current (1984-85) level of expendi-
tures for streets and roads and not use the SB 300
funds to supplant local governmental efforts.
The City of Bakersfield (as have 112 other cities)
has experienced difficulties in meeting the mainte-
nance of effort requiremeats and is in jeopardy of
losing gas tax funds in the amount of the original
SB 300 funding. For the City of Bakersfield, the
base year of 1984-85 was a year of extra-ordinary
and non-recurring expenditures for streets and
roads. Approximately $1,000,000 was used from
Revenue Sharing funds to assist in street and road
efforts. Revenue Sharing funds are no longer
available, and the City can no longer maintain the
1984-85 level of expenditures. The 1984-85 base
year, due to the loss of available Revenue Sharing
funds, is therefore inflated for the City of Bak-
ersfield.
Legislation on base year maintenance efforts is
being addressed by the Assembly Transportation Com-
mittee. The committee must act on proposed legis-
lation concerning the issue before May 8.
Therefore, based on the above information and time
constraints, the Legislative Committee recommends
the City Council adopt the attached resolution sup-
porting clean up legislation of SB 300 and forward
a copy to the Assembly Transportation Committee as
soon as possible.
The committee requests acceptance of this report
and approval of its recommendations.
Upon a
Committee Report
was accepted and
motion by Councilmember Dickerson, Legislative
No. 4-87 regarding SB 300 Clean Up Legislation
recommendations implemented.
Adoption of Resolution No. 64-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield sup-
porting legislation to address problems
resulting from Senate Bill 300 (SB 300,
1985).
Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson, Resolution No.
64-87 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
Noes: None
Absent: None
Smith,
Ratty, Moore,
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
a. Approval of Warrant Nos. 7158 to 7587 inclusive,
in the amount of $1,484,759.91.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 - Page 9
b. Claims for Damages and Personal Injuries,from the
following:
Cindy Slamin, 505 Oildale Drive;
Gary Sumlin, 1100 Arena Way;
Nancy Lou Berrigan, 1504 White Lane;
Peter Ronald Erickson, 401 Montclair Street;
Brent Hayes and Sylvia Snow, 2333 Termino; and
James Gordon Creech, 5909 Ming Avenue.
(REFER TO THE CITY ATTORNEY)
c. Dedication of Properties:
Street Right-of-Way Deed from James G.
Bailey for a portion of Brundage Lane at
the southwest corner of Brundage Lane and
Mt. Vernon Avenue.
Street Right-of-Way Deed from Stockdale
South Partnership for a portion of Panama
Lane between Gosford Road and the Arvin-
Edison Canal.
Turnaround Easement from Stockdale South
Partnership located east of Gosford Road
and north of Harris Road.
d. Maps and Improvement Agreements:
Final Maps and Improvement Agreements for
Tracts 4880 Units C, D and E and 4901 Units
A, B, C and D for 372 lots on 80 acres lo-
cated east of Gosford Road and north of
Panama Lane (Stockdale South Partnership).
Improvement Agreement for the construction
of the north half of Panama Lane between
Gosford Road and the Arvin-Edison Canal
(Stockdale South Partnership).
e. Notices of Completion and Acceptance of Work:
Tract No. 4696, located near Scarlett Oak
Boulevard and Mountain Oak Road, Contract
No. 84-150, was completed on April 10, 1987.
Parcel Map No. 8159, located near White Lane
and Mexicali Drive, Contract No. 87-12, was
completed on April 10, 1987·
Traffic signal system on Agate Street/
Castro Lane at Wilson Road, Contract No.
87-11, was completed on April 2, 1987.
Traffic signal systems on Hughes Lane at
White Lane, Contract No. 86-144, was com-
pleted on April 3, 1987.
f. Application for Encroachment Permits:
Wiley D. Hughes, 218 South "H" Street· The
applicant is requesting approval of a 3 1/2
inch high mow strip and 6 inch high planter
curb nrniectin~ one foot into th~fr ~oI'-
wav ~ £6~stalBt Lane ]us~ east ~
"H~ Street.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 10
Steven C. Bruce, 6708 Donnell Court. The
applicant is requesting approval of in-
stalling 6 foot wooden fence along Bridge-
port Street, 5 feet from the curbline at
6708 Donnel Court.
Mario A. Ramas, 1031 East 18th Street. The
applicant is requesting approval of instal-
ling 5½ feet and 4 feet pillars (1 ft. x
1 ft.) and red irons with no sharp edges
along 6 feet behind the flow line of East
18th and Gage Streets at 1031 East 18th
Street.
Gary Winton, 6421Chewacan Drive. The ap-
plicant is requesting approval for con-
structing a 34 inch high retaining wall, 5
feet from the curb]inc at 6421 Chewacan
Drive.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for resur-
facing East Truxtun Avenue between Brown Street
and Washington Street.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for the
construction of storm drain on Akers Road be-
tween Planz Road and Wilson Road (Phases I
and II).
Approval of Plans and Specifications for the
replacement of Sanitary Sewer Pipeline in
Brundage Lane from Myrtle Street to Chester
Avenue.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for the
installation of chainlink fence at Wastewater
Treatment Plant No. 3.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for fil-
ling in gaps in existing curb and gutter in
two blocks bounded by 22nd, 23rd, "N" and "P"
Streets.
Request from Hilltop Developers, Inc. to ex-
tend Improvement Agreement No. 86-59 for Parcel
Map 7794 nine months to February 7, 1988.
(South "H" Street, south of Pacheco Road)·
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Items a, b, c, d,
e, f, g, h, i, j, k and 1 of the Consent Calendar were adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Sa]vaggio
Noes: None
Absent: None
Smith,
Ratty, Moore,
ACTION ON BIDS
Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, low bid from
Granite Construction Company in the amount of $308,937.00, for re-
surfacing Wible Road from 500 feet North of Ming Avenue to Wilson
Road and from Planz Road to Pacheco Road, was accepted, all other
bids rejected, the use of savings from completed projects author-
ized and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 - Page 11
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bid from San
Joaquin Interiors in the amount of $9,358.00, to replace floor
tile in Police Department stairwells and landings, was accepted
and all other bids rejected.
Councilmember Childs made a motion to accept low bid in
the amount of $49,306.25 from Valley Tree and Construction, for an
annual contract for building demolition, reject the other bid and
authorize the Mayor to execute the Contract.
Councilmember Dickerson made a substitute motion to re-
fer the matter of an annual contract for building demolition to
the Budget Committee for a policy decision. This motion failed.
Councilmember Childs' main motion to accept low bid in
the amount of $49,306.25 from Valley Tree and Construction for an
annual contract for building demolition, reject the other bid and
authorize the Mayor to execute the Contract, was approved.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, low bid from
Valley Tree & Construction in the amount of $9,750.00 for demoli-
tion and removal of four substandard structures, was accepted and
all other bids rejected.
Upon a mot
Motor City Sales and
self-contained patch
all other bids rejec
ion by Councilmember Childs, low bid from
Service in the amount of $46,317.76 for a
truck for street maintenance was accepted and
ted.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bid from Motor
City Sales & Service in the amount of $23,086.80 for a dump truck
with trash body for Water Department was accepted and all other
bids rejected.
Upon a motion by Councilmember
Berchtold Equipment Co. in the amount of
with enclosed cab for Parks Division was
bids rejected.
Christensen, low bid from
$16,424.70 for a tractor
accepted and all other
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bids from
ValCom of Bakersfield for $25,717.51 (2 items), Compu-Byte, Inc.
for $3,789.50 (2 items), TDH and Associates for $3,969.70 (1 item)
for five personal computers and accessories for Fire Department
were accepted and all other bids rejected.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, low bids from
Control Traffic Corporation for $7,547.09 (1 item), All-Phase
Electric for $7,155.00 (2 items), Graybar Electric for $4,432.92
(2 items) for traffic signal parts were accepted and all other
bids rejected.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, low bid from
L.N. Curtis & Sons in the amount of $17,545.27 for an annual con-
tract for Survivair parts for Fire Department breathing equipment
was accepted and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bids from
Pursuit Specialties for $5,593.73 (2 items) and F. Morton Pitt
Company for $3,509.29 (4 items) for lightbars and accessories for
Police vehicles were accepted and all other bids rejected.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bids from
Ferrel's Landscaping for $6,635.07 (6 items), American Wholesale
Nurseries for $2,336.66 (5 items), Landscape Growers for $1,009.12
(1 item), Bordier's Nursery for $219.21 (l item) for miscellaneous
plants and trees were accepted and all other bids rejected.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 12
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, low bid from
Custom Switchgear and Controls, Inc. in the amount of $8,902.94
to furnish manufactured electrical panelboard for 2800 Acre Inter-
face Project Water Well No. 1 was accepted, all other bids reject-
ed and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, low bid from
Audio Engineering Associates in the amount of $7,188.39 for parts
to upgrade Council Chamber public address system was accepted and
the other bid rejected.
NEW BUSINESS
First Reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield adding
Section 17.08.080 D. to the Bakersfield
Municipal Code relating to Reconstruction
of Damaged Nonconforming Residential
Buildings.
First Reading an Ordinance of the Council
of the City of Bakersfield adding Section
17.60.080 N. to the Bakersfield Municipal
Code prohibiting Freestanding Signs,
other than Monument Signs, and Outdoor
Advertising Signs on property between
Highway 99 on the east, the Santa Fe Rail-
road Right-of-Way to and along the Carrier
Canal on the south, Coffee Road on the
west, and the northern bank of the Kern
River on the north.
Adoption of Resolution No. 65-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield approv-
ing the Mayor's Appointments to the Re-
development Agency.
Upon a motion
65-87 of the Council of
following vote:
by Councilmember Moore, Resolution No.
the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Christensen, Smith, Ratty,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
Councilmember Childs
None
Moore,
Councilmember Childs clarified his vote, stating that he
is not an obstructionist. He didn't support Resolution No. 65-87,
but because of his prior statements, he feels his stance is cor-
rect. He plans to pursue the eminent domain issue, not because he
does not have confidence in the City Attorney, but because for
three or four years the City Attorney informed Council that that
authority could not be delegated, but now he is saying it can be
delegated.
Upon a motion
will be taken care of at
level with a 2/3 vote of
by Councilmember Salvaggio, eminent domain
the Disposition and Development Agreement
the Council.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 13
Adoption of Resolution No. 66-87 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amend-
ing Resolution No. 11-87 setting salaries
and related benefits for new classifica-
tions for officers and employees of the
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion
66-87 of the Council of
following vote:
by Councilmember Dickerson,
the City of Bakersfield was
Resolution No.
adopted by the
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Dickerson, Salvaggio
None
None
Smith, Ratty, Moore,
Renewal Agreement with the Kern Union
High School District for the services
peace officers for certain functions,
activities or gatherings conducted or
sponsored by the District.
of
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, a Renewal Agree-
ment with the Kern Union High School District for the services of
peace officers for certain functions, activities or gatherings
conducted or sponsored by the District was approved and the Mayor
authorized to execute the Agreement.
Renewal Agreement with the Kern Community
College District for the services of
peace officers for certain functions,
activities or gatherings conducted or
sponsored by the District.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, Renewal
Agreement with the Kern Community College District for the serv-
ices of peace officers for certain functions, activities or gath-
erings conducted or sponsored by the District was approved and the
Mayor authorized to execute the Agreement.
Agreement with DKS Associates for en-
gineering consulting work on the City's
Fuel Efficient Traffic Signal Management
(FETSIM) Project.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, an Agreement with
DKS Associates for engineering consulting work on the City's Fuel
Efficient Traffic Signal Management (FETSIM) Project was approved
and the Mayor authorized to execute the Agreement.
Agreement for the transfer of Sierra Park
Site from the County of Kern to the City
of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, Agreement for the
transfer of Sierra Park Site from the County of Kern to the City
of Bakersfield was approved and the Mayor authorized to execute
the Agreement.
Staff asked Council to request Mayor Payne send a letter
of appreciation to Kern County for their cooperation with the
Sierra Park Site Agreement.
Acquisition of Street Right-of-Way from
De-Rancho-Y Mobile Villa, 6201 Wible Road
for widening of Wible Road to an arterial
standard.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson,
Street Right-of-Way from De-Rancho-Y Mobile Villa,
[or widening of WibLe Road to an arterial standard
tlatlon or emlnen~ aomaln was approve~.
Acquisition of
6201 Wible Road
through nego-
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 14
Re-opening Farmers Market - Liability
Insurance Requirements.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, liability insurance
requirements for re-opening Farmers Market were referred to the
Budget and Finance Committee.
Memo requesting the Council to establish
a Joint City/County Home]ess Coalition
Task Force to deal with the Homeless in
Bakersfield.
Deputy City Manager Strenn advised Council that the
County Board of Supervisors is prepared to certify the membership
of the Homeless Coalition Task Force.
Councilmember Dickerson made a motion to defer certifi-
cation of me~nbership of the Homeless Coalition Task Force until
the Council meeting of May 6, 1987. The motion failed by the fol-
lowing roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Sa]vaggio
Noes: Councilmembers Childs, Christensen, Smith, Ratty, Moore,
Dickerson
Absent: ~one
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, membership of the
Homeless Coalition Task Force was accepted as follows, with the
County to be notified of Council's action:
Counseling (2 1. Public -
2. Private
Members)
Kern Health Department (Alcohol)
- Kern Linkage (Drugs, Mental Health)
State - Political (1 Member)
Appointee of 16th Senatorial District
County Political (1 Member)
Appointee of 5th District Supervisor
City Political (1 Member)
Appointee of Mayor Payne
Homeless People (3 Members) 1. Formerly Homeless Family
2. Formerly Homeless Individual
3. Currently Homeless Individual
Grace Warnecke
Paul Crumpacker
Legal (2 Members) 1. Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance
2. Appointee of Kern County Bar Association
Law Enforcement (1 Member)
Appointee of Bakersfield Police Department
(Recommending Officer Paul Olsen)
Merchants (3 Members) 1. East Bakersfield Merchants
2. Downtown Business Association
3. Appointee of the Bakersfield Chamber
of Commerce
Non-Profit Organizations (3 Members)
1. Service - KCEOC
2. Service Salvation Army
3. Shelter
Human Services (2 Members) 1. Public - Kern County Department of Human Services
2. Private - Catholic Social Services
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 15
Health Care (1 Member)
East Bakersfield Community Health Center
Community at Large (1 Member)
United Way
Appointment of City Representative to the
Kern Economic Development Corporation.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, Vice-Mayor Childs
was appointed as a delegate, and City Manager Caravalbo appointed
as an alternate, to the Kern Economic Development Corporation by
the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Childs, Smith, Ratty, Moore
Councilmembers Christensen, Dickerson, Salvaggio
None
Councilmember Dickerson clarified his vote, stating he
would like it to be remembered that he supported appointing Mayor
Payne to the Kern Economic Development Corporation, because he
feels his position is consistent with the will of the majority of
the residents of Bakersfield and not a reflection on any other
issue or individual.
Appointment of City Representative to the
Kern County Economic Development Council.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, Councilmember
Smith was appointed as the City representative to the Kern County
Economic Development Council.
Miscellaneous Department Civil Service Board
Councilmember Moore made a motion that nominations for
the Miscellaneous Department Civil Service Board close at the
May 6, 1987, Council meeting, and appointments made at the May 20,
1987, Council meeting.
Councilmember Ratty placed the name of Bill Maddox in
nomination for the Miscellaneous Department Civil Service Board.
Councilmember Moore's motion to close nominations for
the Miscellaneous Department Civil Service Board at the May 6,
1987, Council meeting, and make appointments to that board at the
May 20, 1987, Council meeting was approved.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson, Councilmember
Moore's motion to close nominations for the Miscellaneous Depart-
ment Civil Service Board at the May 6, 1987, Council meeting, and
make appointments to that board at the May 20, 1987, Council meet-
ing was reconsidered.
Councilmember Moore restated his motion, that anyone
interested in serving on the Miscellaneous Service Commission may
submit their resume to the City Clerk by April 30, 1987, additional
resumes will be considered as nominated, with voting to take place
at the Council meeting of May 6, 1987.
Historic Preservation Commission
Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, Carol Lee, 3712
Crest Drive, was appointed as a Member to the Historic Preserva-
tion Commission for a three year term ending March 30, 1990.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Bruce E. Keith,
1820 Brundage Lane, was appointed as a Member to the Historic
Preservation Commission to fill the unexpired term of Michael
McAlister, term expiring on March 30, 1988.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 page 16
Upon a motion
recessed the meeting at
11:45 p.m.
by Councilmember Childs,
11:35 p.m. The meeting
Mayor Payne
reconvened at
Current Planning Commission Vacancies
Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, Barbara
Patrick, 5817 Kingsland Avenue, Dennis Gronbeck, 1001 Tower Way,
Suite 210, and Ronald Jarreit, 3417 Glenridge, were reappointed to
the Planning Commission for four year terms ending April 17, 1991.
COUNCIL STATEMENTS
Proposed Charter Amendment regarding
Mayor's position and additional Ward.
Councilmember Moore made a motion that the Council go on
record in opposition to the proposed change to the Charter to in-
crease the size of the Council with a voting Mayor and additional
Councilmember, but support the current form of the Council with a
change to allow pay to the Mayor and Council COmmensurate with
the duties and responsibilities of their respective jobs.
Councilmember Ratty suggested that if there are going
be any changes to the Charter, Council consider restricting the
number of wards to four and have possibly three Councilmembers
serve in positions of Councilmember-at-large.
to
Councilmember Moore's motion, that the Council go on
record in opposition to the proposed change to the Charter to in-
crease the size of the Council with a voting Mayor and additional
Councilmember, but support the current form of the Council with a
change to allow pay to the Mayor and Council commensurate with
the duties and responsibilities of their respective jobs, was
approved by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstention:
Councilmembers Childs, Christensen,
Salvaggio
Councilmember Smith
None
Councilmember Dickerson
Ratty, Moore,
Councilmember Childs clarified his vote, stating that
this particular issue has been of great concern to him because
he supports the position of the Mayor, but has not seen any propo-
sal nor draft of a finalization of what was proposed. He has seen
a document entitled "Pasadena Plan", but doesn't recall seeing the
finalization with changes. So that's one reason why he did not
support the plan. Another reason was his mixed emotions about
certain aspects of the plan that might cause a bigger gap in the
relationship between the Mayor and the Council itself. He be-
lieves enough problems exist. He expressed support in the Mayor
being paid and feels he doesn't begin to be compensated for the
number of hours he puts in at City Hall. He also expressed sup-
port for Councilmembers being paid and believes that eventually
the City of Bakersfield will have to go to a full time Council.
He feels they're doing themselves a disservice at this particular
time and that's the reason he voted the way he did.
Councilmember Dickerson clarified his vote, stating that
in the past he and Mr. Payne have been involved in an election or
two and he didn't want any inference on a position that would
reflect upon what the Mayor is trying, or what maybe some of the
community members are trying to accomplish. So he refrained from
voting.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 Page 17
Councilmember Sa]vaggio clarified his vote, stating he
supported Councilmember Moore's motion because he felt that
although the local government system isn't perfect, it's about as
good as you can get. And it takes politics out of the process as
much as possible. He stated that at certain times, the City
Manager has been accused of having favorites on the Council and
being the most political person in City Hall and if that's true,
that's only because the Council allows that situation. But he
feels it's less political that way than it would be to have a
strong mayor form of government. As he has stated previously, he
feels the Mayor would really relegate the role of the professional
Manager with technical skills to a mere caretaker, and he can't
understand why both would be needed.
Councilmember Christensen clarified his vote, stating
that he can see lots of room for improvement toward the Mayor's
office and towards the Council's office and cannot agree with Mr.
Salvaggio.
Councilmember Dickerson suggested the issue of appoint-
ing an administrative assistant for the Mayor be referred to the
Personnel Committee.
Councilmember Smith clarified her vote, stating that she
voted no because she could not support the second part of the
motion. She stated that she knew when she ran for the position of
Councilmember that she wouldn't receive much money and if she
voted for the change she would feel as though she was changing
horses in midstream at this point in time.
Report on California Council of Govern-
ments meeting that was held April 8
through 10, 1987.
Councilmember Moore gave a brief report on the emphasis
of, and action taken at, the California Council of Governments
meeting which he attended.
City Manager Caravalho informed Council that Councilmem-
ber Moore was elected Vice-President of California Council of
Governments.
Park Acquisition and Development Program.
Councilmember Dickerson referred to a Memo from Community
Services Manager Dow regarding park acquisition and development
program and inquired when the City Park Plan would be implemented.
Assistant Planning Director Hardisty gave an overview of
the City Park Plan.
Councilmember Salvaggio requested that the subject
Off-Road Vehicle Ordinance in the Kern River Plan Element be
placed on the May 6, 1987, agenda under Council Statements.
of an
City Clerk Williams noted for the record, that two
pieces of correspondence were received from the Building Industry
Association. One requested that fees or dedication requirements
not be placed on development services applications until acquisi-
tion and development plans and the enabling ordinance has been
adopted. The other was in support of reappointment of Mr. Gron-
beck, Mr. Jarrett and Ms. Patrick to the Planning Commission.
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1987 - Page 18
Need I'or an Order of Immediate Possession
to begin work on Harris and Akers Park.
Councilmember Dickerson made a motion to direct staff to
give an order of immediate possession to begin work on Harris and
Akers Park.
Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, a call for the
question was approved.
Councilmember Dickerson's motion to direct staff to
give an order of immediate possession to begin work on Harris and
Akers Park was approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmembers Christensen, Smith, Dickerson,
Councilmembers Childs, Ratty, Moore
None
Salvaggio
Mayor Payne introduced communication from Western O11 and
Gas Association requesting Council consider supporting a resolu-
tion for off-shore drilling; and communication from the Mayor of
the City of Rolling Hills Estates requesting support and endorse-
ment of Assembly Bill 1608 which relates to over-all safety of the
roadways in the State of California. Mayor Payne recommended that
both items be given to the Legislative Committee for review and
consideration.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come beI'ore the
Council, upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, the meeting
adjourned at 12:55 a.m.
ATTEST:
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield,
Calif.
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