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
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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.
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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
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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)