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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/27/1986 MINUTES CCBakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Minutes of a Special Meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, for the purpose of a Workshop, held in the City Hall Annex Building Conference Room, at 5:00 p.m., August 27, 1986. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Payne. Present: Mayor Payne. Councilmembers Childs, Christensen, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty, Salvaggio, Smith Absent: None MULTI-YEAR BUDGETING Assistant City Manager Pulskamp discussed the advantages and disadvantages associated with multi-year budgeting. Council was informed of the results of a survey which was conducted on several California cities which had tried multi-year budgets. An item dealing with this subject will be presented to Council in two weeks. POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Chief Price and his staff provided a workshop dealing with the Police Department. Subjects covered included: crime statistics, staffing concerns, crime prevention, survey results, training, communications and related police issues. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Payne adjourned the Council at 6:35 p.m. MAYOR of the City of Ba4(ersfield, ATTEST: CITY CLE Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Calif. rg Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Minutes of a Special Meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, for the purpose of a Workshop, held in the City Hall Annex Building Conference Room, at 5:00 p.m., August 27, 1986. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Payne. Present: Mayor Payne. Councilmembers Childs, Christensen, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty, Salvaggio, Smith Absent: None MULTI-YEAR BUDGETING Assistant City Manager Pulskamp discussed the advantages and disadvantages associated with multi-year budgeting. Council was informed of the results of a survey which was conducted on several California cities which had tried multi-year budgets. An item dealing with this subject will be presented to Council in two weeks. POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Chief Price and his staff provided a workshop dealing with the Police Department. Subjects covered included: crime statistics, staffing concerns, crime prevention, survey results, training, communications and related police issues. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Payne adjourned the Council at 6:35 p.m. MAYO~ of the City of Bake~'field, ATTEST: CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California Calif. rg Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Minutes of the regular meeting City of Bakersfield, California, held in City Hall at 7:00 p.m., August 27, 1986. of the Council of the the Council Chambers of NOTE: At the meeting of October 8, 1986, the Council approved an Addendum to these Minutes. The Addendum commences page 14. on The meeting was called to order by Mayor Payne, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Clyde Wasdin of the First Assembly of God Church. The City Clerk called the roll as follows: Present: Mayor Payne. Councilmembers Salvaggio, Smith, Childs, Christensen, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty Absent: None PUBLIC STATEMENTS Lieutenant Anderson, of the Bakersfield Police Dept., Executive Director of the Bakersfield Police Olympic Organizing Committee, requested support to bring the 1988 Police Olympics to the City of Bakersfield. Police Chief Price expressed support and encouraged Council to support the efforts to bring the 1988 Police Olympics to Bakersfield. Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, the issue of the Police Olympics was considered as an emergency matter. Councilmember Ratty wholeheartedly supporting the Olympics to Bakersfield. requested Council go on record efforts to bring the 1988 Police Mayor Payne indicated that the City Attorney will pre- pare a resolution of support and the Mayor's Office will issue a proclamation designating certain dates as California Police Olympic Days in Bakersfield. Diane Sellars, 7013 Outingdale Drive, representing Californians for Drug-Free Use and California Department of Alcohol and Drug Program, presented a handout to Council and requested Council proclaim the week of October 27 through November 3, 1986, as Red Ribbon Campaign Week. Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, the Mayor was requested to proclaim the week of October 27 through November 3, 1986, as Red Ribbon Campaign Week. Millie Diffenbaugh, 316 Pacific Street, spoke regarding the problems of transients and the need for sanitation and day care in the Baker Street area. HEARINGS This is the time set for public hearing on Resolution of Intention No. 1012 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring its intention to order the vacation of 26th Street between "M" and "N" Streets. Mayor Payne declared the hearing open for public par- ticipation. No protests or objections being received and no one wishing to speak in favor, Mayor Payne closed the public portion of the meeting for Council deliberation and action. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Page 2 Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, Resolution No. 129-86 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield ordering the vacation of 26th Street between "M" Street and "N" Street in the City of Bakersfield was adopted by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Sa]vaggio, Smith, Childs, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty Noes: None Absent: None Christensen, This is the time set for public hearing on Emergency Ordinance No. 3060 New Series, an Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield prohi- biting Bars and Lounges of specific size, location and character. Mayor Payne declared the hearing open for public par- ticipation. The following persons spoke in support of the Emergency Ordinance: Dan Hanel, 1912 Raymond A. Spruance Court; Jean Silvius, representing Mother's Against Drunk Driving; Tony Bernard, 2004 Raymond A. Spruance Court; Bob Walker, resident of Admiral T. Square; Vickie Bansel; and Hershell Brown, 2708 Houchin Road. No protests or objections being received and no one else wishing to speak in favor, Mayor Payne closed the public portion of the hearing for Council deliberation and action. Upon a motion by Councilmember Salvaggio, Negative Declaration and Resolution No. 130-86 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield adopting Negative Declaration and extending Emergency Ordinance No. 3060 New Series were adopted by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Noes: None Absent: None Salvaggio, Smith, Childs, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty Christensen, CORRESPONDENCE Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, communication from Nomad Bowmen, Inc., 6113 Sky Ranch Avenue, dated June 25, 1986, requesting assistance to locate a site for a permanent archery range along the Kern River, was received and referred to the Water Resources Committee. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, communication from Vernon D. Strong, 828 E. California Avenue, received August 20, 1986, requesting to meet with appropriate Council Committee and/or staff for assistance in developing property fronting on East California Avenue between King and Fargo Streets was received and referred to staff and the Budget and Finance Committee. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 3 REPORTS Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, Report No. 2-,36 from the Auditorium and Community Services Committee, regarding Quit- claim of Mineral Rights was referred to the Auditorium and Communiti~ Services Committee to come back to Council on September 10, 1986. Councilmelnber Dickerson read Report No. 3-86 from the Auditorium and Community Services Committee regarding Cal Water Property on Pacheco Road as follows: At its July 30, 1986 Meeting, the City Council referred to the Auditorium and Community Services Committee the issue of staff finding a way of uti- lizing five to eight acres of land owned by California Water Service Company on Pacheco Road. This land is vacant except for a series of water wells and is a part of Parcel Map 4321 for which street improvements were required but not completed. The Committee has met and discussed with staff various uses of the land for recreational or open space purposes. The Committee feels that our efforts should be concentrated on acquiring and developing the proposed park site at the southeast corner of Harris Road and Akers Road. Therefore, this Committee recommends that the City Council direct the staff as follows: l) Continue in its efforts to acquire and develop the park site at Harris Road and Akers Road. 2) Survey the nearby residents regarding their desire on the use of the land owned by California Water Service Company. 3) California Water Service Company be placed on notice to complete their required street improve- ments within six months. Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson Report No. 3-86 from the Auditorium and Community Services Committee regarding Cal Water Property on Pacheco Road was accepted. Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson, the recommen- dations of Report No. 3-86 from the Auditorium and Community Services Committee regarding Cal Water Property on Pacheco Road were implemented. Councilmember Childs, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee, read Report No. 27-86 from the Budget and Finance Committee regarding Contract with Carl Warren and Company as follows: On July 9, 1986, the City Council referred corre- spondence from Carl Warren and Company, requesting a rate increase for claims administration services provided to the City, to the Budget and Finance Committee for review. The committee has met with representatives of Car] Warren and Company and staff to review the rate increase. Upon completion of this review and analysis by staff, the committee determined that the attached schedule meets the requirements for continued quality, cost effective claims administration for the City. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Page 4 Therefore, this committee recommends the fee schedule be adopted for those claims tration services provided by Carl Warren attached adminis- and Company. We recommend the acceptance and approval of this report. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Report No. 27-86 from the Budget and Finance Committee regarding Contract with Carl Warren and Company was accepted. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, the recommen- dations of Report No. 27-86 from the Budget and Finance Committee regarding Contract with Carl Warren and Company were implemented. Councilmember Ratty read Report No. 28-86 from the Budget and Finance Committee regarding acquisition of property 510 Lakeview Avenue as follows: at The subject property was first proposed for acquisition on February 19, 1986. At that time, it was felt that acqusition should not occur. Since that time, interest in the property has once again brought it to a point where acquisition is being recommended. Due to the property's proximity to the Shipes commercial project, the proposed project from John and Alma Johnson and a desire to improve the immediate area surrounding these projects, acquisition of the subject property is being recom- mended. The appraised value of the property is $39,000. Therefore, it is recommended that staff be given the authorization to acquire the property at 510 Lakeview Avenue. from the property Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, Report No. 28-86 Budget and Finance Committee regarding acquisition of at 510 Lakeview Avenue was accepted. Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, staff was authorized to acquire the property at 510 Lakeview Avenue. The issue of acquisition of property at 510 Lakeview Avenue was further discussed on Pages 5 and 6. Councilmember Ratty, Chairman of the Urban Development Committee, read Report No. 15-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding a request from Walker-Lewis, Inc., for Median Construction as follows: At its July 14, 1986 Meeting, the City Council referred to the Urban Development Committee a letter from Walker-Lewis, Inc., requesting a left turn lane in the center divider fronting his pro- perty on Stine Road south of White Lane. The request for median work was warranted and the construction is underway. No further action is required. Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, Report No. 15-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding a request from Walker-Lewis, Inc., for Median Construction was accepted. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Page 5 Councilmember Ratty, Chairman of the Urban Development Committee, read Report No. 16-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding the proposed Litter, Handbill, Weeds and Debris Ordinance as follows: On August 14, 1986, this commitee met to evaluate and review the contents of the proposed Litter, Handbill, Weeds and Debris Ordinance. It is this committee's opinion that the proposed Ordinance is a comprehensive program that effec- tively brings together the existing ordinances per- taining to litter, handbills, weeds and debris. The Ordinance provides for effective enforcement by modifying State statutes relating to enforcement and penalty provisions. This committee recognizes the considerable input of other ageacies and business groups, as well as the various City departments in the preparation of this Ordinance. Based upon correspondence received in the past two weeks, we feel that this effort has been effective in gathering support, cooperation, and an understanding of this Ordinance. We therefore are recommending adoption of this Ordinance subject to the following conditions: 1. That initially, the enforcement be targeted in an efficient manner to those areas that histori- cally have been impacted the greatest with litter, weeds, debris and handbills. 2. That a concerted effort to advertise the Ordinance and educate the public of its goals and purpose be undertaken by the City, the business community, school districts and the communications media. 3. That a monthly status report be presented Council during the first six (6) months of the implementation of this Ordinance. to the 4. To solicit the cooperation of the public, we are recommending that a specific period of time be established wherein warnings will be given when violations are observed by enforcement personnel. We are recommending that this warning period be for a period of two weeks following the effective date of this Ordinance. This Committee wishes to extend its appreciation and thanks to the many individuals, agencies, service organizations, businesses and staff who have worked long and hard to develop this Ordinance. In light of this, we recommend to the full City Council that with the adoption of this Ordinance, that a clear signal be transmitted wherein it is understood that this Ordinance represents a policy statement and that the City Council sees to it that this Ordinance and its various enforcement tools are effectively implemented. Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, Report No. 16-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding the proposed Litter, Handbill, Weeds and Debris Ordinance was accepted. Councilmember Ratty made a motion to adopt the Ordinance subject to the conditions outlined in the Report. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 6 Councilmember Christensen expressed appreciation to staff, businesses, the community and organizations involved which provided assistance with the Baker Street Specific Plan. Councilmember Christensen gave a token of appreciation to City Manager Caravalho and City Attorney Oberholzer for their efforts to bring about the Litter, Handbill, Weeds and Debris Ordinance. Councilmember Childs recognized Sister Margaret to address the Council. Sister Margaret spoke in opposition to the City's purchase of 510 Lakeview Avenue, and indicated that she had an agreement to purchase the building to be used as a rescue mission for $4,000.00 less than the City's purchase price. Councilmember Smith read Report No. 17-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding the Preliminary Draft of the Baker Street Specific Plan as follows: On August 21, 1986, this Committee reviewed the material and the planning methodology used in drafting the Preliminary Baker Street Specific Plan. This Committee feels that this effort is the pro- duct of an extensive citizen participation effort involving property and business owners in the Baker Street area, service agencies and community groups, as well as the extensive efforts of City staff. The data collected and the recommended proposals resulting from that effort have been formulated into a comprehensive strategy that this Committee feels will have an important impact on the revita- lization of the Baker Street area. Upon a success- ful completion of this effort, the Specific Plan, along with necessary environmental review, should then be submitted to the Planning Commission for its review as soon as it is practical. We therefore recommend to the full Council that this draft document be distributed to the various reviewing agencies, this Council, Planning Commission and any and all other interested parties, to be re- turned to the Planning Commission in 45 days, and that during that time a workshop should be held for the City Council to fully update them as to the content and scope of this proposed Specific Plan. from the Draft of Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, Report No. 17-86 Urban Development Committee, regarding the preliminary the Baker Street Specific Plan was accepted. City Manager Caravalho recommended that Conditional Use Permits be required for future social agencies and that the issue of International Square be delayed until discussions are held relating to day care centers. Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, the recommen- dations outlined in Report No. 17-86 from the Urban Development Committee regarding the Preliminary Draft of the Baker Street Specific Plan were implemented. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, requiring a Conditional Use Permit and the delay recommendation regarding International Square was Urban Development Committee was approved. the issue of implementing the referred to the Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 7 Public Works Manager Hawley gave an oral report regarding the appraisals for Akers and Harris Park site. He indicated that the appraisal is $322,000.00, in which $256,000.00 has been budgeted, and an approximate amount of $75,000.00 in additional funds will be needed to proceed with acquisition of the site. Counci]'s authori- zation is needed to transfer the $75,000.00 to the appropriate account. Councilmember Dickerson made a motion to transfer $75,000.00 from the Council Contingency Fund for the acquisition of the park site and authorize staff to proceed with acquisition of the park site. This motion was approved with Councilmember Childs voting no. Councilmember Childs clarified his no vote stating that he is in complete support of the park area, but there were too many unanswered questions. Councilmember Dickerson request eminent domain proceedings be delayed for the Council agenda. ed that the action on one week and placed on Police Chief Price gave an oral report regarding Lowell Park. He indicated that a committee has been composed of the Community Services Department and the Police Department. He recommended that two additional Police Oflicers be put on overtime for approximately eight hours a day at a cost of $15,000.00, and $3,500.00 for fencing and $500.00 for upgrading the lighting. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, the issue of Lowell Park was considered an emergency matter. Councilmember Childs made a motion to accept the recom- mendation and to implement the recommendations of Police Chief Price's report regarding Lowell Park. City Manager Caravalho recommended that $20,000.00 be transferred from the Contingency Reserve to the Police Department. Councilmember Moore suggested that Council support a campaign and crackdown on cleaning up problems in all of our parks by getting to the source of the problem, which is the group that is involved with elicit drugs and alcohol and creating problems, personal injuries, threats, etc. Councilmember Childs agreed to add Councilmember Moore's suggestion to his motion. Mayor Payne restated the motion to transfer $20,000.00 from the Council Contingency Fund to the Police Department for implementation of the recommendations as stated by Police Chief Price and to support a well-publicized campaign, clean up, and crackdown to address major problems in all of the City parks. This motion was unanimously approved. City Attorney Oberholzer gave an oral report regarding Amendment to Agreement No. 85-219 for School Crossing Guard Program. He indicated that it is necessary to amend the contract to provide crossing guards at two new locations, Real Road and Palm Street, and Oriole and Wilson Roads; authorize Mayor to exe- cute an amendment to the existing Agreement No. 85-219; authorize the transfer of $13,000 for funding; and refer to Budget and Finance Committee the issue of increased liability insurance for the School Crossing Guard Program and recommendation back to Council. Upon a motion by Councilmember Moore, the report from the City Attorney regarding Amendment to Agreement No. 85-219 for the School Crossing Guard Program was accepted and the recommen- dations implemented. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 8 CONSENT CALENDAR The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar: Approval of Warrant Nos. 615 to 702 inclusive, in the amount of $139,195.07. Approval of Plans and Specifications for construction of a Storm Drain in San Emidio Street from Elm Street to "A" Street. c. Dedication of Property for the following: 1. Gas Line Easement from the City to Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Temporary Turn-Around Easement, Street Right-of-Way Deed, Public Utility Easement and Grant Deed from Farm Financial, Inc. Street Right-of-Way Deed and Public Utility and Landscape Easement from William MosesJan Corporation and First Interstate Bank of California. 4. Irrevocable Offer of Dedication of Street Right-of-Way from Chevron U.S.A., Inc. d. Notice of Completion and Acceptance of Work on: ]. Traffic Signals, Contract No. 86-27, with Paxin Electric, Inc., at Gosford Road and Westwold Drive. 2. Traffic Signal Modifications, Contract No. 85-257, with Paxin Electric, Inc., on South "H" Street at White Lane. 3. Construction of Rio Bravo Fire Station, Contract No. 85-255 with Wallace & Smith. Tract 4444, Phase A, Improvement Agreement No. 85-151, with Wayne L. Vaughn, Sr., located near Stockdale Hwy. and Alien Road. South "H" Street Improvements, Contract No. 85-218, with James G. Francis, from White Lane to Fairview Road. Application for Encroachment Permit from L Street Associates, 8 Thistle, Portola Valley, California. f. Application for Encroachment Permit from H. E. Aaron, 307 So. Oleander, Bakersfield. Annual Agreement with the Bakersfield Convention Bureau. (By separate motion, this item was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee. h. Agreement with the National Urban Fellows, Inc. to receive staff services during Fiscal Year 1986-87. i. Renewal of Property Insurance with Hartford Insurance Company at the $25,000 deductible level. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 9 Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Items a, b, c, d, e, f, h, and i of the Consent Calendar were adopted, and Item (g) was referred to the Urban Development Committee by the following roll cal! vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Salvaggio, Smith, Childs, Dickerson, Moore, Ratty Noes: None Absent: None Christensen, Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, the previous motion adopting the Consent Calendar, was reconsidered. with the Calendar, Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, Annual Agreement Bakersfield Convention Bureau, Item (g) of the Consent was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee. RECESS Upon request of Councilmember Dickerson, the meeting was recessed at 9:10 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 9:20 p.m. DEFERRED BUSINESS Report No. 18-86 from the City Manager regarding Clarification of Staff Role. City Manager Caravalho indicated that the following report, City Manager Report No. 18-86, regarding Clarification of Staff Role, was deferred from the meeting of August 20, 1986. This report responds to Council's request of August 13, 1986, regarding the relationship between staff and individual Councilmembers. The request dealt with attendance at meetings, direct involvement in staff projects, projecting a positive image and fostering the most productive relationship between Council and staff. In order to address these issues, the City Council may want to discuss the following procedures: 1. Individual Councilmembers will not be involved in the normal managerial activities of the City, such as meetings, preparation of reports and assignments given to the staff by the Council, unless approved in advance by a majority of the City Council. It is understood that individual Councilmembers have certain conceras and interests. My job is to serve the interests of the whole Council. Individual Councilmember interests will, therefore, necessarily take a different priority than the direction given to staff by the majority of the Council. I will, however, continue to be as helpful to individual Councilmembers as possible. 2. When a Councilmember has a grievance or concern, I would appreciate it if I would be informed privately and that staff and I be given a chance to resolve the issue. If we fail to do so in a reasonable time, then it is fair to mention the issue in public. If there is a problem with individual staff members who have been assigned to certain projects or to staff who are assigned to committees, Councilmembers should express their concerns directly with me. Handling problems with staff ~s an inherent part of the role of the City Manager. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 10 3. In order to provide the Council with proper analysis and recommendation of issues, I request staff not be placed in the position of having to respond off the cuff to requests on non-agenda items raised by Councilmembers or citizens at public meetings. These procedures are consistent with existing adminis- trative policy regarding management support and communication given to the Council on March 13, 1986. These procedures provide additional clarification so staff may more effectively serve the needs of the Council. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this at the Council meeting or at your convenience. Upon a motion by Councilmember Childs, City Manager Report No. 18-86 regarding Clarification of Staff Role, was accepted and the recommendations implemented. Councilmembers Salvaggio, Dickerson and Christensen voted no. Negative Declaration for Stockdale Highway Bridge. Upon a motion by Councilmember Dickerson, the Negative Declaration for Stockdale Highway Bridge was certified. NEW BUSINESS First Reading of an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 12.44.031 D. of the Bakersfield Municipal Code regarding Special Permits for Downtown Promotions. First Reading of an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Chapter 8.28 (relating to Weeds and Debris), adding Chapter 8.29 (relating to distribution of Printed Matter to residential properties), adding Chapter 8.31 (relating to placement of advertising materials on private motor vehicles), and repealing Chapter 9.32 (relating to advertising matter and samples) and Chapter 12.24 (relating to loose material) of the Bakersfield Municipal Code. Amendment to Training Agreement with Kern Community College District. Upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, Amendment to Training Agreement with Kern Community College District was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreement. Agreement with Busch Industrial Products for disposal of Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 3 effluent on Busch lease pro- perty. Upon a motion by Councilmember Christensen, Agreement with Busch Industrial Products for disposal of Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 3 effluent on Busch lease property was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreement. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 Page 11 Consulting Services Agreement with Edward J. Wilson for apportionment of assessments in Assessment District No. 82-1. Upon a motion by Councilmember Smith, the Consulting Services Agreement with Edward J. Wilson for apportionment of assessments in Assessment District No. 82-1 was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreement. COUNCIL STATKMENTS Councilmember Moore requested that the delegate for the Annual Conference of the League Cities appear on the next Council agenda. issue of a voting of California Councilmember Childs requested staff provide a report on a letter from Gail Kobetich, Department of the Interior, dated April 25, 1986, regarding correspondence from Mr. Ty Stillman and requested staff investigate who Mr. Stillman was representing when he wrote the letter to the Department of the Interior. Councilmember Smith indicated she received a letter from the High]and Assembly of God Church expressing appreciation and support for the Adult Entertainment Ordinance and provided a copy to the City Clerk to be placed on file. Mayor Payne indicated he was requested by Superintendent Bill Williams of the Panama School District to serve on a board to deal with the growth facts in the southwest. He suggested a staff member serve in this capacity. City Manager Caravalho appointed Deputy City Manager Mary Strenn to represent the City oa the board. Mayor Payne indicated he received an anonymous phone call from a lady saying she represents approximately sixty percent of the people who oppose Curran No. 3 Annexation. She indicated that if the City came up with a plan to deal with the traffic on Real Road between Stockdale Highway and Ming Avenue, they would be more receptive to annexation. Councilmember Christensen made a motion to appoint Harold J. Staat to the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board. Councilmember Christensen made a motion to call for the vote. This motion was defeated. Councilmember Moore made a substitute motion to delay the vote for two weeks. Councilmember Moore amended his substitute motion to delay the vote for one week. This motion was approved by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Smith, Childs, Moore, Ratty Noes: Councilmembers Salvaggio, Christensen, Dickerson Absent: None Councilme~nber Moore stated for the record that Mr. Staat has not contact him and that he would like to meet with him. Councilmember Dickerson stated, for the record, that none of the nominees, except Mr. Staat, have contacted him. Councilmember Salvaggio requested clarification from the City Attorney as to whether there is an incompatability of offices with regard to Jasmine Hayden being appointed to the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board. Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 12 Councilmember Salvaggio stated that he had no problem with the concept of the City Manager's Report regarding Clarification of Staff Role, but that Councilmembers should have the right to attend a meeting if it is a matter of compelling importance. He apologized for any comments made last week that might have offended someone; however, he felt that the report was in response to his involvement on the toxic waste issue at the Bakersfield Airpark. He stated he does not approve of the mandate that Councilmembers get approval from a majority of the Council to attend meetings held by the staff. Councilmember Childs stated that no one was trying to put Mr. Salvaggio in his place with regard to the City Manager's Report regarding Clarification of Staff Role. He read the following prepared statement: As a Councilmember from the First Ward, I am concerned about providing the best and effective representation for my constituents. However, I do not intend to do that at the sacrifice of other residents and their elected representatives. For that reason, I support the City Manager's recommendation that we participate in the govern- ing of the City through the direction given at public City Council meetings. We should hold staff accountable for implementing the policy established by this body. But, because each of us may have individual views and often do have such views, I cannot support a system that would give one or more Councilmembers the opportunity to influence the direction of the City without a right of myself to participate in that direction. Furthermore, I believe that the direction should be given at a public meeting. It has always been the policy to direct staff through Council meet- ings, not committee meetings and not by attending staff meetings. We would have to be naive to think that a Councilmember attending as an observer would not have an influence on staff and others attending those meetings. The staff has proven intelligent enough to know where each of us stand on many issues. I do not want staff reacting to us as individuals, I want staff to react to us as a City Council where each of us has the opportunity to equally influence decisions affecting our City. And that's the reason I supported the memo. Not being vindictive, not pointing a finger at anyone, not dealing with old ills and misconceptions, but dealing with the issue of who governs the City staff. And who governs is the City Council. Not me, James Childs, individually or anyone else individually. Councilmember Moore spoke in support of the City Manager's Report regarding Clarification of Staff Role, and stated that the Council acts as a body and not as individuals unless specifically authorized by the Council. Councilmember Christensen made a motion to adjourn the Council meeting. This motion was defeated by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmember Christensen Noes: Councilmembers Salvaggio, Smith, Childs, Ratty None Absent: Dickerson, Moore Bakersfie]d, California, August 27, 1986 Page 13 Councilmember Dickerson stated that Councilmember Salvaggio got off lightly for his transgression with regard to the toxic waste issue. He hoped that each persons' feelings can be accommodated on the Council and become more in tune with the perspective of senior staff members and Councilmembers alike. (A transcript of Councilmember Dickerson's statement is on Page 14.) Councilmember Smith indicated she feels that she has no need to be at a staff meeting. Her questions and concerns can be addressed by meeting with or calling a staff member. She encourage~ Councilmembers to separate themselves from the everyday hands on administrative part of the City and maintain the policy making and the executive side of running City business. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come beI'ore the Council, upon a motion by Councilmember Ratty, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m. MAYO~ of the City of Bake/~sI'ield, Calif. ATTEST: CITY CLERK and Ex Of I'icio Clerk of the Council oI' the City of Bakersfield, CaliI'ornia rg Bakersfield, California, August 27, 1986 - Page 14 ADDENDUM At the meeting of October 8, 1986, the Council approved this Addendum to the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, August 27, 1986. TRANSCRIPT OF A PORTION OF THE COUNCIL MEETING, CITY OF BAKERSFIELD AUGUST 27, 1986 COUNCIL STATEMENTS (COUNCIL DISCUSSED OTHER MATTERS) MAYOR PAYNE: But questions. Mr. -- Mr. Dickerson. there are other Councilmembers who have Dickerson is next, then Mrs. Smith. Mr. COUNCILMEMBER DICKERSON: the discussion. I -- I hesitate to even enter into MAYOR PAYNE: You want to defer for two weeks? COUNCILMEMBER DICKERSON: I -- I certainly don't want to think about it for two weeks. I have to say that Mr. Salvaggio really got off lightly for his transgression. Last year, for my involvelnent in meeting with a developer and staff, I ended up getting reprimanded by the Council. The paper reported it as something else. And this question was brought to me by a Councilmember who thought we ought to support staff's recommen- dation, and I could not go along with that because as far as I'm concerned my position, my ground was staked out a year ago. It's proper for Councilmembers to be involved in the informational gathering at least from my endpoint -- my -- my standpoint infor- mational-gathering process. I don't think, nor have I felt, that Councilmembers should impose their will or attempt to influence in any way Council -- policy without first being implemented at Council, and do not support that now. I was involved in this issue at the request of Mr. Salvaggio and spent considerable time with it, and frankly have not received any kind of a thanks from much of any- body for the time I spent in it, even though it is unrelated to my ward from the standpoint of being close proximity. There are feelings indifferent -- from different points of view which are more I think emotional than logical, and I can't seem to support this type of action because I just think it's unneeded. The Counc~l's been working pretty fine relatively for the last several weeks except for the meeting I missed last week which seemed to be a donnybrook from, from the accounts that I received. I would hope that we can accommodate each person's feeling on this Council and become ~nore in tune with the perspective of senior staff members and Councilmembers alike. And that's what I want to work for. Thank you. (COUNCIL MEETING CONTINUED WITH OTHER MATTERS)