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Minutes of t~e regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., April 1, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Herman
Lippert of the University Avenue Christian Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas,
Bleecker, Heisey
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 25, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. Howard Charmell, General Manager of Bakersfield Cable
T.V., addressed the Council regarding S.1361 (Section 111) before
the Senate Subcommittee on Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights.
This legislation would eliminate all sports programs, pro or
collegiate, that are broug~ in from the Los Angeles stations on
Cable TV. Mr. Charmell requested the Council to write letters to
Senator John McClellan, Senator John Tunney and Congressman Ketchum
expressing opposition to the proposed blackout of sports programs
on Cable TV.
Communication was also received from Warner Cable of Kern
County Inc. requesting the same action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, requests of Bakers-
field Cable T.V. and Warner Cable of Kern County, Inc. were received
and referred to the Legislative Committee for report and recommenda-
tion at next week's Council meeting.
Mr. Frank Espinoza addressed the Council charging that,
in the name of authority, the Chicano youth are being abused and
referred to the incident which occurred at Bakersfield High School
on March 15, 1974.
A lengthy discussion between the Council and Mr. Espinoza
followed.
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Mr. Reuben Fuentes Imperial, an Agent for the State of
California and Executive Director of Chicanos Unidas for Progress,
addressed the Council explaining the purpose of this organization.
Mayor Hart declared a brief recess.
Correspondence.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
Kern Refuse Disposal, Inc. requesting a review of their rate
schedule for refuse collection, was referred to the Budget Review
and Finance Committee for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
Marks, Sherman, Schwartz and Barab, Attorneys at Law, regarding
award of bid to Ad-Art Company for installation and maintenance
of benches on City Right of Way, was referred to the City Attorney.
Communications were received from Assemblyman Raymond
Gonzales and Assemblyman Robert E. Badham acknowledging receipt of
from Mayor Hart expressing the Council's opposition
correspondence
to AB 2942.
Council Statements.
Councilman Heisey stated that he usually chooses to ignore
comments in the press, however, he did wish to make the following
statement in response to remarks, appearing in the newspapers, made
by Kern County Counsel Ralph Jordan regarding the City's acquisition
of Tenneco West's water rights:
We keep reading in the newspapers that County
Counsel, Ralph Jordan, is going to do this or
that in relationship with the City's acquisition
of Tenneco West water rights. It is somewhat
confusing what position the legal counsel for
the County of Kern is taking, since in November
of 1963 the County admitted there was no
unappropriated water available in the Kern
River for appropriation. This admission was
made in an agreement between the County and the
Kern River interests for the 30,000 acre-foot
recreation pool in Lake Isabella. Apparently,
Jordan feels that in one instance there is no
unappropriated water, but when the City attempts
to acquire water from the river interests, there
springs up all sorts of County rights to water.
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Jordan demonstrates the same misguided tendencies
when he infers that until he threatened the City
with a lawsuit the City was not going to prepare
an environmental impact report on the acquisition
of Kern River water. The City authorized its
engineer to prepare an E.I.R. last December.
Jordan was just making another grandstand play
such as trying to take the deposition of Harold
Bergen after refusing to discuss the water
situation with City consultants and officials.
Jordan's actions are not only costly to tax-
payers, but detrimental to City-County relation-
ships.
We wonder why Jordan gets so agitated over the
City's acquisition of Kern River water, when
he never displayed any concern over river water
when it was under the control of private interests.
As a matter of fact, the Board of Supervisors,
while Jordan was County Counsel, entered into
an agreement with River Interests in November
of 1963 which relinquished rights which he now
asserts so vehemently.
Instead of trying his case in the newspaper,
it would seem that he could better serve the
taxpayers in this County and the Board which
he serves by displaying a little less arrogance
and a little more humility.
Jordan is only a functionary in the County, not
the gauleiter.
Councilman Rogers read a prepared statement regarding
Assemblyman Gonzales' request urging the Assembly Committee on
Juvenile Violence to immediately hold hearings in Kern County, as
follows:
A letter by Mr. Ray Gonzales to the Assembly
Committee on Juvenile Violence urges this
Committee to immediately hold hearings in the
Kern County Area. Mr. Gonzales formally requested
that the Committee hold a hearing in Bakersf~ld
as soon as possible. A portion of Mr. Gonzales'
letter reads as follows, " ..... it has not been
determined whether students were provoked by
law enforcement officers and school administrators
or whether they precipitated the altercation."
To imply that police officers or school adminis-
trators may have provoked students into violence
is, in my opinion, a misleading statement. A
simple telephone call to Chief of Police Robert
Price and Principal Robesky of Bakersfield High
School would have been a first step in finding
facts.
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There are well established ways for students
to present legitimate, reasonable requests and,
if reasonable, they are dealt with fairly. I
suspect the very few students actively involved
are being provoked and encouraged as part of a
planned Revolutionary Movement. But in order
tO promote this planned Revolutionary Movement,
violence is a necessary ingredient. Also, I
believe that 99% of the Mexican-Americans in
California are not involved and do not want to
be involved in this planned Revolutionary Move-
ment.
Rather than invite a committee to investigate
the actions of the Bakersfield Police Dept. or
our High School Administrators if Mr. Gonzales
wants to held Kern County, I suggest he invite
the California Senate Fact Finding Committee on
Un-American Activities to investigate the
Chicano Revolution, the Brown Berets, La Raza
Unida and their leaders and reveal what is
really behind this planned Revolution. If not,
perhaps Kern County should select a committee
to investigate misleading statements and actions
by California lawmakers and see if Mr. Gonzales
will invite them to Sacramento.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the items presented
Councilman Rogers' statement were referred to the Legislative
Committee for report to the full Council. Councilmen Strong& Thomas voted
in the negative on this motion.
Mr. Duane Golf addressed the Council in response to
Councilman Rogers' statement.
Reports.
Councilman Medders, Chairman of the Budget Review and
Finance Committee, read a report regarding the New Police Building,
as follows:
In order to bring the Council up to date on the
new police building, the Budget Review & Finance
Committee recently met with the staff and archi-
tect Robert Stuhr to review the working plans of
this facility. It was the opinion of this
Committee that the plans at this stage are
complete and in compliance with the contract.
We, therefore, instructed the architect to
forward them to the City Building Department
for inspection.
These working plans show this new building facing
Truxtun Avenue, which we agree would be aestheti-
cally better. However, since the owner of some
of the property located on this site and his
attorney have been impossible to deal with, the
Committee is presently reviewing the possibility
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of facing this building on either Eye Street
or 16th Street. Sfrategically this would not
present a problem for police operations and
would enable us to proceed with the project in
the near future. This would result in a savings
to the City, as building costs continue to ~ise
and condemnation proceedings are generally a
lengthy procedure.
We want to point out to the Council that facing
this property on Eye Street or 16th Street does
not eliminate the need for additional property,
and we have instructed the City Attorney to
continue with condemnation proceedings. This
Committee will continue to review this project
with the staff and the architect and will report
back to the Council periodically to assure you
that this facility will soon become a reality.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, report of the
Budget Review and Finance Committee regarding the New Police
Building, was adopted.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 2862, to 2929,
inclusive, in amount of $77,540.74.
(b)
Street Right of Way Deed from Katherine K.
Sumpter and Mann B. Bertholf - widening of
"Q" Street between the Southern Pacific
Railroad and 34th Street.
(c) Notice of Completion for street and sewer
improvements under Tract No. 3175.
(d) Notice of Completion for street and sewer
improvements under Tract No. 3256.
(e)
Plans and Specifications for the construction
of Storm Drains in portions of Columbus
Street, Mr. Vernon Avenue, Auburn Street,
Wenatchee Street and Akers Road.
ADDENDUM
Budget Transfer from Account No. 11-510-6100
to Account No. 11-620-1400 in the amount of
$10,000.00. Due to the increase of gasoline
prices this transfer is necessary for the
effective operation of the Police Dept.
mobile fleet.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Items (a), (b), (c),
(d), (e) and Addendum of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstaining: Councilman Strong
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Deferred Business.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2176 New
Series of the Council ~ the City of
Bakersfield amending Section 5.16.040
of Chapter 5.16 of Title 5 of the
Municipal Code, providing for Dis-
position of Unclaimed Property.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Ordinance No. 2176
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Section 5.16.040 of Chapter 5.16 of Title 5 of the Municipal Code,
providing for Disposition~ Unclaimed Property, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders,
Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
No.
for
intersection of West Columbus Street and Chester Avenue,
and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Hearings.
New B~siness
Approval of Program Supplement No. 5
to TOPICS Agreement No. 2 between the
City and State.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Program Supplement
5 to TOPICS Agreement No. 2 between the City and State providing
a joint City-County TOPICS project for traffic signals at the
was approved
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-S
(Residential Suburban) Zone, an R-1 (One Family Dwelling), Zone,
and an R-3-D (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling - Architectural
Design) Zone, to an R-1 (One Family Dwelling), or more restrictive,
Zone, an R-2-D (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling - Architectural
Design), or more restrictive, Zone, and a C-1-D (Limited Commercial -
Architectural Design), or more restrictive, Zone, of those certain
properties in the City of Bakersfield located on the west side of
Stine Road, approximately 800' northerly of Ming Avemue.
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This hearing has been duly advertised and the property
posted and the property owners notified as required by law.
Rezoning of this large area would reorientate the existing
R-i, R-S and R-3 zones to a more compatible relationship with the
existing zoning and development of adjacenf properties. This re-
zoning would result in the proposed R-2-D zone being adjacent to
properties zoned R-2-D, R-3-D, C-O-D and C-2-D. The R-1 zone would
fronf Stine Road across from a single family residential neighbor-
hood. The C-1-D zone would be north of, and adjacent to, a large
parcel zoned C-2-D. The maximum over-all residential density of
the rezoning would be 47 units less than that of the existing
zoning since the increased density from R-1 to R-2 would be offset
by the reduction in density from R-3 to R-1.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was filed January 2, 1974 with the County Clerk and
posted in City Hall.
The Planning Commission determined that this zone change
is consistent with the General Plan and recommended approval as
advertised.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections were recieved. Mr. A1 Wheelan
was present as a representative of Elmer F. Karpe, Inc., the
applicant, for the proposed zone change. The public portion of the
hearing was closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Ordinance No. 2177
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code by
changing the Land Use Zoning of those certain properlies in the
City of B~kersfield located on the west side of Stine Road,
approximately 800' northerly of Ming Avenue, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Tnomas, Bleecker, Heisey
None
None
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This is The Time set for public hearing on application
by K. A. Shelton, Inc. to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-3
(Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone to a C-0 (Commercial and
Professional Office), or more restrictive, Zone, affecting that
certain property in the City of Bakersf~ld commonly known as 2205,
2217, 2223 and 2229 - 19th Street.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
This zone change involves one-half of a City block on the
south side of 19th Street, between "B" Street and "C" Street.
Present uses include Three older, single family homes and one
duplex. The Planning Commission was of the opinion that C-0 zoning
would be compatible with the R-3, C-0 zoning of adjacent
blocks within the immediate area.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was filed February 22, 1974. No one was present at the
Planning Commission hearing in opposition to the proposed m~ne
change. The Planning Commission determined that this proposed zone
change is consistent with the General Plan and recommended approval.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections were received. Mr. Ken Shelton,
the applicant, was present in the audience. The public portionof
the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2178
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code
the Land Use Zoning of that certain property in the
field commonly known as 2205, 2217, 2223 and 2229
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders,
Noes: None
Absent: None
by changing
City of Bakers-
19th Street,
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Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
ATTEST:
ACTING CITY CLEP~and Ex-Officio Clerk of fhe
Council of the City of Bakersfield, California
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Present:
Absent:
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., April 8, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend William
Hann of the Hillcrest Baptist Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Mayor Hart. Councilmen Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Heisey, Medders
None
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 1, 1974 were
approved as corrected.
Councilman Rogers moved that his statement given at the
Council Meeting of April 1, 1974, regarding Assemblyman Gonzales'
request urging the Assembly Committee on Juvenile Violence to
immediately hold hearings in Kern County, be referred to the Budget
Review and Finance Committee instead of the Legislative Committee
for report to the full Council. This motion was approved with
Councilman Thomas voting in the negative.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Assemblyman Raymond Gonzales read a prepared statement
explaining his efforts as the State Legislator for the 28th District
and reviewed legislation of interest to the City of Bakersfield.
Assemblyman Gonzales announced that the Assembly Select Committee
on Juvenile Violence, on which he serves, has agreed to hold
hearings in Bakersfield on May 10, 1974, and he submitted a copy
of the "1974 Report to the California Senate by the Subcommittee
on Civil Disorder," for the Council's inspection.
A lengthy discussion between the Council and Assemblyman
Gonzales ensued regarding legislation and juvenile violence.
Mr. Mel Marino Campos addressed the Council regarding
the "Truth About Civil Turmoil," and a local planned revolutionary
movement.
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After further discussion, the Council and Mayor thanked
Assemblyman 6onzales for his informative statement and participation
in the Council Meeting.
Mr. Jess Boyard, 5931 Niles Street, addressed the Council
regarding a group being formed called "Youth Bureau Services for
Chicanos," which they hope will help alleviate many of the Chicano
problems in the community and invited the Council to participate.
Correspondence.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, communications from
Senator John Tunney and Congressman William Ketchum regarding S 2747,
which will include Policemen and Firemen under the provisions of
the Fair Labor Standards Amendments Act, were received and ordered
placed on file.
Council Statements.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, seconded by Council-
man Thomas, the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee was
instructed to investigate the incompatibility of Union representation
and Civil Service for public employees, but not both, and if
appropriate put on the ballot for the public to decide.
Reports.
Councilman Rogers, member of the Legislative Committee
read Legislative Report No. 4, as follows:
S 1361 Section III, Subsection (c) (1)c(i)
The City Council has been asked to oppose pro-
posed legislation in the U.S. Senate which it
is claimed will prohibit cable television
dissemination of sports in this area. The bill
is an amendment to the copyright laws of the
federal government.
After personal contact with legal counsel for
the National Cable Television Association,
analysis of Section III of Senate Measure 1361
would prohibit dissemination of sports programs
within a grade B contour. Simply stated, a
grade B contour pattern is that area roughly
fifty to seventy miles from the Los Angeles
area. The result would be a blackout of sports
programs received here from Los Angeles stations.
Since cable television connections in the City
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serve over forty thousand viewers, it would
affect a large number of City residents who
like to view sporting events.
It is recommended that the City Council of the
City o£ Bakersfield oppose S 1361, Section III,
which would prohibit cable television sports
presentation in this area.
Senators John McClellan, John Tunney and Alan
Cranston should be contacted as well as
Congressman William Ketchum, and also members
of the Senate Subcommittee on Copyrights, and
the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the Mayor was instructed
to prepare necessary communications to members of the Senate Sub-
committee on Copyrights and Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator
John McClellan, Senator John Tunney, Senator Alan Cranston,
Congressman Ketchum, Howard A. Channell, General Manager of Bakers-
field Cable T.V. and J. Everett Kochheiser, General Manager
Warner Cable of Kern County, expressing the Council's opposition
to S 1361, Section III.
Councilman Bleecker, Chairman of the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee, read a report regarding Supple-
mental Rules and Regulations, as follows:
On December 3, 1973, the City Council adopted a
comprehensive Employer-Employee Relations
Ordinance which provided a more formal procedure
for resolving disputes regarding wages, hours, and
working conditions.
At that time, the Governmental Efficiency and
Personnel Committee informed the Council that
this ordinance was limited to basic propositions,
and that the Committee would meet and confer
with employee organizations to establish
supplemental rules and regulations to implement
this ordinance.
During the past few months, this Committee has
met on various occasions with representatives
of the Service Employees' International Union,
the Teamsters Union, and the American Federation
of State, County, and Municipal Employees' Union
in an attempt to arrive at workable rules and
regulations that are reasonable to all parties.
This has not been an easy task; however, through
many hours of discussions, we have attached to
this report what appears to be generally acceptable
supplemental rules and regulations.
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Upon approval of these rules and regulations
by the Council, the staff will meet with the
various representatives to establish mutually
agreeable procedures governing this City's
first secret ballot election for union
representation.
We would like to point out to the Council that
this Committee, the staff, and the employee
organizations have been working on this matter
since July of 1972. We are hopeful that our
efforts will reflect improved methods for
opening maintaining channels of communication
between employees and management. These pro-
cedures are not a final solution to employer-
employee relations; however, they represent
progress, therefore, we recommend City Council
approval of the attached Supplemental Rules
and Regulations.
Mr. Randall Prevo, General Manager of the Bakersfield
City Employees' Association, addressed the Council stating that
the Employees' Association objected to several items in the
Supplemental Rules and Regulations, specifically three, and
requested the Council to refer this matter back to the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee for further study.
After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman],Bleecker,
report of the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee
regarding Supplemental Rules and Regulations, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Councilmen Rogers, Strong, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstaining: Councilman Thomas
City Manager Bergen read a report on the subject of Costs
Incurred in Water Matters.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 2930 to 3015,
inclusive, in amount of $179,097.08.
(b)
Claim for Personal Injuries from Stanley
Welch, 5848 Garden Avenue, Marysville,
California. (Refer to City Attorney)
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(c) Street Right of Way Deed from George
King, Jr. - widening of a portion of
Real Road between Chester Lane and a
point 500 feet north thereof.
(d) Street Right of Way Deed from ~ohn Howard
Construction, Inc. - widening of a portion
of Real Road from a point 500 feet north
of Chester Lane to California Avenue, and
widening a portion of California Avenue
between Real Road and Freeway 99.
(e) Drainage Easement from George King, Jr.
to serve Parcel Map 2032 between California
Avenue and Chester Lane east of Real Road.
(f) Map of Tract No. 3678 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), (c),
(d), (e) and (f) o~ the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, bid of A-1 Battery
Company for Annual Contract Automotive Batteries, was accepted,
this being the only bid received, and the Mayor was authorized to
execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, bid of Continental
Electric Company for furnishing and installing Steel Floodlight
Poles at Jasfro Park Tennis Courts, was accepted, the other bid was
rejected and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, bid of Westinghouse
Electitc for 34 Floodlight Fixtures for Jastro Park Tennis Courts,
was accepted, all other bids were rejected and the Mayor was
authorized to execute the contract.
Medders
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New Business.
Approval of Addendum No. 2 to Agree-
ment No. 28-72, Joint Powers Agreement
between the City of Bakersfield and
Kern Community College District.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Addendum No. 2 to
Agreement No. 28-72, Joint Powers Agreement between the City of
Bakersfield and Kern Community College District, was approved and
the Mayor was authorized to execute same. This Addendum up-dates
the original agreement to reflect the new dates and times for use
of the swimming pool by the Auditorium-Recreation Department.
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending the Municipal Code by re-
pealing Chapter 7.32 and substituting
in lieu thereof a new Chapter 7.32
providing Regulations for Public Pool
Rooms in the City.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending the Municipal Code by
repealing Chapter 7.32 and substituting in lieu thereof a new
Chapter
City.
7.32 providing regulations for Public Pool Rooms in the
This proposed Ordinance, recommended by the Police
Department, would change existing law which now prohibits minors
under 18 from visiting any pool hall, fo only prohibit minors from
visiting pool halls where liquor is served. The Ordinance also
deletes references to shooting galleries and bowling alleys.
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 7.34.080 of Chapter
7.34 of the Municipal Code, providing
Regulations for Cardrooms.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance o£ the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 7.34.080 of
Chapter 7.34 of the Municipal Code, providing regulations for
Cardrooms.
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This proposed Ordinance, recommended by the Pilice
Department, accomplishes the following:
(1) Permits Police inspection of Cardrooms
at any time.
(2)Deletes prohibition against employment
of females in Cardrooms.
(3) Prohibits entrance to pool hall or place
where liquor is served in any Cardroom.
Councilman Strong requested the City Attorney to furnish
him with a copy of the memorandum from the Police Department
supporting item three.
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council ~ the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 7.40.140 of Chapter
7.40 of the Municipal Code concerning
Public Dances and Dance Halls.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 7.40.140 of
Chapter 7.40 of the Municipal Code concerning Public Dances and
Dance Halls.
This proposed Ordinance, recommended by the Police
Department, recognizes that the police can no longer perform
services for private persons without
Patrol. It deletes the requirement,
a Police Officer shall be present at
State License as Private
of present Ordinance, that
all dances open to the public
and be paid by owner of the dance hall. Responsibility to maintain
good order would be placed on the permittee, who may hire private
licensed Security Guards. This Ordinance authorizes termporary
suspension of the permit by the Chief of Police in an emergency.
The Council requested that a representative of the Police
Department be present at next week's Council Meeting to answer
questions regarding the three Ordinances which had first reading
tonight.
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Reception of Petition for formation
of a Public Improvement District from
residents along Kennedy Avenue east
of Akers Road, Colleen Street between
Kennedy Avenue and the north boundary
of Tract No. 3185 and Colleen Court.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, petition from residents
along Kennedy Avenue east of Akers Road, Colleen Street between
Kennedy Avenue and the north boundary of Tract No. 3185 and Colleen
Court requesting the formation of a Public Improvement District for
the construction of sanitary sewer lines, together with appurtenant
lampholes, manholes, wye branches and house laterals and all
necessary earthwork and paving repair, was received and ordered
placed on file.
Reception of City Engineer's Certifi-
cation of Petition for formation of
a Public Improvement District.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, City Engineer's
Certification declaring sufficiency of petition for formation of a
Public Improvement District, to construct sanitary sewer lines,
together w~ h appurtenant lampholes, manholes, wye branches and
house laterals and all necessary earth work and paving repair,
along Kennedy Avenue east of Akers Road, Colleen Street between
Kennedy Avenue and the North boundary of Tract No. 3185 and Colleea
Court, was received and the City Attorney instructed to prepare the
necessary resolutions to commence the proceedings.
Councilman Heisey requested that the communication from
Valerie Wilson, 2129 - 22nd Street, regarding a rodent in the
Westchester area, be referred to the City Manager with instructions
to contact the Kern County Health Department for investigation and
report back to the Council.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the Intergovern-
mental Relations Committee was instructed to determine the
responsibility of the Kern County Health Department as it relates
to health problems in the City.
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Hearings.
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by Donald G. Sharpe to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-2-D
(Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) Zone, to a P.U.D. (Planned Unit
Development) or more restrictive, Zone, affecting that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield located on the northwest corner
of 36th Street and "Q" Street.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
The plan proposes 24 loft units at 495 square feet, 20
studio units at 402 square feet, 15 1-bedroom units at 550 square
£eet, and 15 20bedroom units at 702 square £eet, for a total of
74 units on a parcel containing 96,622 square fee. 50 of the 74
units are designed for a single person, or married couple without
children. The over-all occupancy of the complex would be similar
to that of a typical median density apartment complex, although
the proposed dwelling unit density equals 1 unit per 1,305 square
feet, or an over-all dwelling unit density of 33.6 units per net
acre. The site plan depicts 44.9 percent of the total lot area as
open space. Property in this area is being developed for apartments
and professional offices. A 79 unit apartment complex has been
developed to the east, across "Q" Street, in an R-3-D- zone.
An environmental impact evaluation was made andanegative
declaration was filed with the County Clerk and posted in the City
Hall on February 22, 1974. The Planning Commission found the pro-
posed P.U.D. plan consistent with the General Plan and recommended
approval of the zone change.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for
patton. No protests or objections were received.
the applicant, was present in the audience. The public portion o£
the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and action.
public partici-
Mr. Donald Sharpe,
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Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2179
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code by
changing the Land Use Zoning of that certain property in the City
of Bakersfield located on the northwemi corner of 36th Street and
"Q" Street, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Rogers,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Adjournment.
upon a motion by Councilman Medders,
10:40 P.M.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
the meeting was adjourned at
MAYORo~~y~fBak~ersfieid,
California
ATTEST:
ACTIN~CITY C~ERK a~ Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Council of the Cit~of Bakersfield, California
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Bakersfield, California, April 15, 1974
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P. M., April 15, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Jim
Saunders of the Trinity United Methodist Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Bleecker, Heisey,
April 17,
motion.
reappointed to the Planning
April 17, 1978.
1978. Councilman Thomas abstained from voting on this
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Mr. Walter Smith was
Commission, for a four year term expiring
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Strong, Thomas,
Medders, Rogers
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 8, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. Jack Winter addressed the Council regarding the
acquisition and disposition of Kern River water.
Mrs. Victoria Araujo and Mr. A1 Briones invited the
Council and public to attend Heritage Days Wine Tasting Party to
be held Friday, April 19, 1974 and the 7th Annual Museum Heritage
Days Celebration to be held April 27 and 28, 1974 at Pioneer Village.
Council Statements.
Councilman Heisey expressed the Council's appreciation
for the work of the staff, especially Mrs. Sally Schreiber and
Mrs. Jean Cadwallader, over this past weekend compiling several
documents and the Environmental Impact Report regarding the City's
acquisition of the Kern River water. Councilman Heisey also
complimented the Bakersfield Californian for their coverage of the
Environmental Impact Rep~t which appeared in today's newspaper.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Mr. Dean A. Gay was
reappointed to the Planning Commission, £or a four year term expiring
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Reports.
Councilman Rogers, member of the Legislative Committee
read Legislative Report No. 5, as follows:
On February 6, 1974, the California State Senate
passed Resolution No. 77. This Resolution is in
regard to customer-provided telephone devices
and the problems they create. Although there
are possible benefits to large users and to the
manufacturers of customer-provided devices, the
problems of interconnection of these devices
may cause increased costs for telephone service.
These increased costs will be paid for by small
business and residential customers.
Senate Resolution No. 77expresses ~nferest and
concern and requests a full inquiry into the
possible economic impact of any action taken by
the State Public Utilities Commission. Hearings
before this Commission are presently underway,
and next Monday, April 22, 1974, is the date set
for this Commission to receive resolutions passed
by City Councils to show the magnitude of support
for Senate Resolution No. 77.
It is recommended that we adopt this Bakersfield
City Council Resolution and add our support of
State Senate Resolution No. 77.
Mrs. Maxine Parker, Manager of Pacific Telephone Company
for this area, requested the Council to support Senate Resolution
No. 77 regarding customer-provided telephone devices and the
problems they create.
After discussion, Councilman Rogers moved that Legislative
Report No. 5 and Resolution supporting Senate Resolution No. 77,
passed by the California State Senate on February 6, 1974, be adopted.
Mr George Webster, 1915 - 20th Street, operator of a
telephone answering service, addressed the Council requesting
support of Senate Resolution No. 77.
Councilman Rogers' motion to adopt Legislative Report No.
5 and Resolution No. 26-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfi~.d
supporting Senate Resolution No. 77, passed by the California State
Senate on February 6, 1974, and that a copy of the Resolution be
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sent
call vote:
to Senator Walter Stiern, was
Ayes: Councilmen Strong,
Noes: None
Absent: None
approved by the following roll
Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the
(a)
Consent Calendar:
Allowance of Claims Nos. 3016 to 3073,
inclusive, in amount of $38,361.42.
(b) Street Right of Way Deed from W. G.
Stroope and Guila M. Stroope - widening
of a portion of "Q" Street between the
S.P.R.R. and 34th Street.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a)
the Consent Calendar, were adopted
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, low bid of Clow
Corporation for Fire Hydrants was accepted, the other bids rejected
and authorization granted to transfer funds in the amount of
$6,600.00 from the Council's Contingency Fund to the Fire Depart-
ment's Fire Hydrant Account in order to purchase these items, as
the low bid was 15% over the budget estimate.
Deferred Business.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2180 New
Series of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield amending the Municipal
Code by repealing Chapter 7.32 and
substituting in lieu thereof a new
Chapter 7.32 providing regulations
for Public Pool Rooms in the City.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2180
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending the
Municipal Code by repealing Chapter 7.32 and substituting in lieu
and (b) of
by the following roll call vote:
Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
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267
thereof a new Chapter 7.32 providing regulations for Public Pool
in the City, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Rooms
Ayes:
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2181 New
Series of the Council Of the City of
Bakersfield amending Section 7.34.080
of Chapter 7.34 o£ the Municipal Code,
providing regulations for Cardrooms.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Ordinance No. 2181
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfidd amending
Section 7.34.080 of Chapter 7.34 of the Municipal Code, providing
regulations for Cardrooms, was adopted by the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong,
Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders,
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2182 New
Series of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield amending Section 7.40.140
of Chapter 7.40 of the Municipal Code
concerning Public Dances and Dance
Halls.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Ordinance No. 2182
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Section 7.40.140 of Chapter 7.40 of the Municipal Code concerning
Public Dances and Dance Halls, was adopted by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
Musicians' Union Local 263
New Business.
Approval of Contract with Musicians'
Union Local 263 for seven Band Concerts
in Beale Park.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Contract with
for seven Band Concerts to be held in
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Beale Park commencing June 16, 1974 and extending through July 28,
1974, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Approval of Agreement between the
State of California and the City of
Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Agreement between
the State of California and the City of Bakersfield providing for
detour of traffic from State Highway Routh 58 (Freeway 58) to a
local City street, Brundage Lane, until the portion of Freeway 58
between Lakeview Avenue and Freeway 99 has been constructed, was
approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Mr. Henry Lostaunau addressed the Council stating that
the Chicanos appearing before the Council in the past few weeks
did not represent him or, as far as he know, the majority of the
Mexican community and that the word "Chicano" is merely an
abbreviation of the word "Mexicano."
Approval of Agreement between Southern
Pacific Railroad and the City of
Bakersfield for installation of
crossing protection at the intersection
of Southern Pacific Railroad and
Lakeview Avenue.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Agreement between
the Southern Pacific Railroad and the City of Bakersfield for
installation of crossing protection at the intersection of the
Southern Pacific Railroad and Lakeview Avenue, was approved and
the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Extension of Time granted Frank Terry
Construction, Inc., Acceptance of
Work and Notice of Completion for
construction of Patriots Park Rest
Room Building.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the work was accepted,
the Mayor was authorized to execute the Notice of Completion for
construction of Patriots Park Rest Room Building and 115 days
extension of time was granted to the contractor, Frank Terry
Construction, Inc.
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Adoption of Resolution No. 24-74
making findings and determinations
that owners of more than 60% of the
area within the boundaries of the
proposed Public Improvement District
No. 896 have signed written petition
for specified improvements and waiving
all proceedings required by the
Special Assessment Investigation,
Limitation and Majority Protest Act
of 1931.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Resolution No. 24-74
making findings and determinations that owners of more than 60% of
the area within the boundaries of the proposed Public Improvement
District No. 896 have signed written petition for specified improve-
menis and waiving all proceedings required by the Special Assess-
merit Investigation, Limitation and Majority Protest Act of 1931,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
Adoption of Resolution No. 25-74
ordering the preparation of Plans,
Specifications, Estimates of Cost,
District Map and Diagram in the
matter of the proposed Public Improve-
ment District No. 896.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Resolution No. 25-74
ordering the preparation of Plans, Specifications, Estimates of
Cost, District Map and Diagram in the matter of the proposed Public
Improvement District No. 896, was adopted by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
Hearings.
This is the time set for public hearing before the
Council for hearing protests by persons owning real property
within territory designated as "Panoramic Heights No. 4," proposed
to be annexed to the City of Bakersfield.
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This hearing has been duly advertised, the property
posted and property owners notified as required by law.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections being received, the public
portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and
action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, Resolution No. 27-74
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring that a majority
protest has not been made to the annexation of territory designated
as "Panoramic Heights No. 4," proposed to be annexed to the City of
Bakersfield, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
Upon a morion by Councilman Rogers, Ordinance No. 2183
New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited terri-
tory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as "Panoramic
Heights No. 4," and providing for the taxation of said territory
to pay the bonded indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
for hearing objections to include within the Greater Bakersfield
Separation of Grade District certain territory designated as
"Panoramic Heights No. 4,." This hearing has beenduly advertised.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections being received, the public
portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and
action.
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Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, Resolution No. 28-74
annexing to the Greater Bakersfield Separat4on of Grade District
that portion of certain territory designated as "Panoramic Heights
No. 4" not already included within said District, was adopted by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: None
Absent: None
This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
of the City of Bakersfield to Zone Upon Annexation to an R-1 (One
Family Dwelling), or mc~e restrictive, Zone, and to an R-3-D
(Limited Multiple Family Dwelling - Architectural Design), or more
restrictive, Zone, those certain properties in the County of Kern
located northerly of Panorama
extension of Wenatchee Street,
Annexation.
Drive and easterly of the northerly
known as "Panoramic Heights No. 4
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
Ninety-Five percent of the land area within the a~nexa-
tion is proposed for R-1 zone and is located on the steep slope
of the Kern River Bluff. A parcel, containing approximately l½
acres located at the bottom of the slope, will be used by the City
in conjunction with the landfill operation.
A parcel containing approximately 46,000 square feet,
located on the bluffs, proposed for R-3-D zone is planned to be
developed, in conjunction with adjoining land, with a 50-unit
condominium apartment complex.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was filed with the County Clerk and posted in City
Hall on January 25, 1974. The Planning Commission found the pro-
posed zoning compatible with the zoning and land uses of adjacent
properties and consistent with the General Plan and recommended
approval of the zoning as proposed.
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patton.
portion of the hearing was
action.
Upon a motion by
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
No protests or objections being received, the public
closed for Council deliberation and
Councilman Rogers,
New Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12
Municipal Code, was adopted by the following roll call
Ordinance No. 2184
of the
vote:
Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Ayes: Councilmen Strong,
Noes: None
Absent: None
{Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
the meeting was adjourned at
upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker,
9:05 P.M.
MAYOR of ,'i"~ ,
the Bakersfield
Calif.
ATTEST:
ACTIN~bCITY CLERK a~d Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Councfil of the Ci~/of Bakersfield, California
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfi~ d, California. held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P. M., April 22, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
Robert
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend
Congdon of the Oildale Assembly of God Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders,
Rogers, Strong
Absent: None
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 15, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Councilman Thomas introduced seven of the candidates for
Queen of Heritage Days. Mrs. Jeanne Foth invited the Council and
public to attend the Annual Heritage Days Celebration to be held
April 27 & 28, 1974, in Pioneer Village.
Mr. Charles Wiswell, President of Swift Airlines, addressed
the Council highlighting this airline's service to Bakersfield and
traced its growth during the past two months.
Mr. Don Hopkins, Executive Vice-President and General
Manager of the Better Business Bureau
reported on the successful results of
Advertised Products, an album company,
of South Central California,
a case against National
which culminated a year of
work by the City Attorney's Office and the Finance Department.
This company enticed young married couples to come to their place
of business by soliciting them with free gift mailers. Through
misrepresentation they would high pressure these couples into
signing a contract for approximately $300.00. The settlement
agreement covers a number of items. emasculating the company and
their operations, payment of $4,980.00 to the City of Bakersfield's
General Fund and cancellation of certain contracts. Individuals
who have signed a contract have 90 days in which to apply, through
the City Attorney, for revocation of thei~ contract and any money
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that they can show was spent without benefit, will be refunded.
Mr. Hopkins further stated that this was an excellent
job by the City Attorney's Office and the Finance Department.
Mr. Lawrence Stroope, President of the Active 20-30 Club,
introduced himself to the Council. Councilman Heisey stated that
he was aware of this organization's problem and moved that the staff
be directed to process the application of the Active 20-30 Club for
a permit to sell Fireworks in the City of Bakersfield. This motion
carried unanimously.
Mr. Ray Anderson of Continental Contractors, appeared
before the Council with a complaint that his company has not
received final payment on a contract for the installation of an
irrigation line near Treatment Plant No. 2 that was completed on
February 28, 1974.
City Attorney Hoagland stated that an investigation
would be made with a report back to the Council next week.
Correspondence.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
the Downtown Business Association commending the City Council for
their actions in the purchase of Kern River water rights was received
and ordered placed on file.
Council Statements.
Councilman Heisey moved that the Auditorium-Recreation
Committee investigate the possibility of moving the statue of
Father Garces from the traffic circle on Chester Avenue to a more
appropriate location, where it could be observed and appreciated
by the public. This motion carried unanimously.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Resolution No. 29-74
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield expressing appreciation
to the State Highway Commission for obtaining funds for the com-
pletion of Freeway 58, was adopted. Councilman Heisey requested
that a copy of this resolution be sent to the State Highway Commis-
sion st~ff in Fresno.
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Councilman Bleecker commented briefly on an Interim
Report from Arthur D. Little, Inc., covering the City Manager's
office and stated that the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel
Committee would welcome suggestions on the report.
Adoption of Resolution No. 30-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield
appointing the Director of Public
Works and Director of Planning to
represent the City of Bakersfield on
the Kern COG Transportation Technical
Advisory Committee (TAC).
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Resolution No. 30-74
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield appointing the Director
of Public Works and Director of Planning to represent the City of
Bakersfield on the Kern COG Transportation Technical Advisory
Committee (TAC), was adopted.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the staff members
who were appointed to the Kern COG Transportation Technical Advisory
Committee were instructed to give full and complete reports to the
Council regarding Kern COG meetings.
Reports.
Councilman Rogers, member of the Legislative Committee
read Legislative Report No. 6, as follows:
There are included in this one report four items
of legislation which it is felt merit attention.
1. ACA 103 is a proposed constitutional amend-
ment w~would prohibit charter cities from
requiring officers or employees to become resi-
dents. Charter cities at the present time have
that power. Although we have enacted an ordinance
which allows City employees to live within a
ten-mile radius of City Hall, the City should
guard zealously their powers as a Charter City.
This constitutional amendment is therefore just
another intrusion into our local powers and
should be opposed. There are two committees
involved with this amendment: the Assembly
Committee on Employment and Public Employees,
and the Assembly Committee on Constitutional
Amendments. Our opposition should be filed
with the members of both committees.
2. AB 1800 would curtail the management rights
of po---1-i-~ chiefs, fire chiefs, city managers
and/or city councils with respect to policemen
and firemen. It would, in effect, take away
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from the City disciplinary action as to safety
members. Again, for reasons of state intrusion
and interference with local affairs, it is
recommended that AB 1800 be opposed, and the
City's opposition sent to members of the Senate
Committee on Public Employment and Retirement.
3. AB 819 has been passed by the Senate and
Assem-~y and 411 be presented for the Governor's
signature at a later date. It provides time
and one half premium pay for overtime for fire-
men and policemen. It is recommended that our
opposition be registered with the Governor.
This bill most likely has been pre~empted by
federal legislation on the same subject, which
the City opposed. However, the City should
oppose it on the state level as well.
4. SB 1930 would allow the state to escape or
circumvent the obligation to reimburse local
agencies for state-mandated costs relating to
any change in the provisions of any public
employees' retirement system. This means that
the state could mandate additional costs to the
cities for pension increases without having to
reimburse the cities for such additional expenses.
This type of bill completely negates the pro-
visions of SB 90 which, in effect, provided that
the state could not mandate programs to cities
without reimbursement to the cities for such
costs. Opposition to this bill should be
registered with the Senate Committee on Local
Government.
All the above bills either reflect an intrusion
into our local affairs or consist of financial
burdens which would be placed on the City with-
out reimbursement. The City Council has in the
past consistently opposed such measures.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the Mayor was instructed
to prepare necessary communications to various committees hearing
these bills, Senator Walter Stiern and Assemblyman Gonzales,
expressing the Council's opposition to ACA 103, AB 1800, AB 819
and SB 1930.
Councilman Medders, Chairman of the Budget Review and
Finance Committee, read a report regarding Refuse Collection
Contracts, as follows:
On April 8, 1974, the Council directed this
committee to review the request from the Kern
Refuse Association for an adjustment in contract
rates.
We have met with the staff and considered the
following items in our review:
The existing contract rates
Refuse Association have not
since February, 1970.
with the Kern
been adjusted
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Since February, 1970, the County of Kern
has granted rate adjustments in excess of
15% to these refuse collectors.
For the fhree (3) year period 1969-70
through 1972-73 the cost of refuse collection
by City Forces increased approximately 14%.
The refuse collection contract for the down-
town area requires a rate review prior to
August 1, 1974. A preliminary review
indicates that an increase of 4% to 5% per
year may be in order.
Aside from these items we each recognize as a
fact that the increasing cost of fuel, equipment
and labor continues to inflate the cost of
operations to these contractors.
In view of these considerations we feel an
increase of 15% in contract rates is in order,
beginning the fiscal year 1974-75. The Kern
Refuse Association has indicated acceptance of
our proposed rate adjustment.
In addition, we feel the contract should be
revised to authorize the Director of Public
Works to increase the contracf areas or exchange
areas of collection with the contractor where
it would be more economical for the City to do
SO.
Accordingly, we recommend granting a 15% increase
in refuse collection rates for Contract Nos.
83-70 and 98-70 and authorize the Director of
Public Works to make future changes to the
contract collection areas.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, report of the Budget
Review and Finance Committee regarding Refuse Collection Contracts
was adopted, granting a 15% increase in refuse collection rates for
Contract No. 83-70 and 98-70 and authorizing the Director of Public
Works to make future changes to the contract collection rates.
Councilman Bleecker moved that the Legislative Committee
keep a talley on how Assemblyman Gonzales and Senator Walter Stiern
vote on various legislative measures. This motion carried with
Councilman Thomas voting in the negative.
Councilman Rogers, Chairman of the Auditorium-Recreation
Committee, read a Dedication Announcement regarding the California
Avenue Park Neighborhood Facility, as follows:
The culmination of many years of planning and
development of a facility to aid people is now
in operation. It is with pleasure the Council
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wishes to announce the official dedication of
the California Avenue Park Neighborhood Facility.
The date of June 10, 1974, at 3:30 P.M. has
been chosen for these proceedings. The City
Council wishes to thank the citizens groups,
Kern County, the Department of Housing and
Urban Development, and all the agencies and
their personnel that have helped to make this
facility a reality.
Councilman Rogers briefly outlined some of the services
presently provided by the California Avenue Park Neighborhood
Facility.
Councilman Heisey suggested that former Councilmen
Rucker and Stiern be formally invited to this dedication as they
worked very hard on this project for a number of years.
City Manager Bergen reported on the Notice of Completion
of the Draft Environmental Impact Report "Use and Disposition of
Property and Water Rights Acquired by the City of Bakersfield from
Tenneco West, Inc. in Settlement of Litigation," as follows:
The Notice of Completion of Draft E.I.R. "Use
and Disposition of Property and Water Rights
Acquired by the City of Bakersfield frc~n Tenneco
West, Inc. in Settlement of Litigation," was
filed April 19, 1974.
An estimated 40-60 Draft E.I.R.'s have been
mailed to required agencies. Our consultant
has informed me he will provide additional
copies to the City, which will be available,
on a limited basis, to interested parties, for
the cost of reproduction of $7.50. These copies
should be available tomorrow or Wednesday. A
public hearing has been set by the Planning
Commission for 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, May 22,
1974 in the Council Chambers of the City Hall,
1501Truxtun Avenue.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were lisfed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3074 to 3237,
inclusive, in amount of $129,929.79.
(b)
Application for Encroachment Permit from
Mrs. Marjorie Leek, 2630 Buena Vista
Street.
(c) Application for Encroachment Permit from
James Morris, 481 Morning Drive.
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(d)
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
Work for installation of Traffic Signal
and Street Lighting Systems at the
intersection of California Avenue and
Oleander Avenue - Contract No. 73-91
with Safety Electric Company.
(e)
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
Work for fence alterations on South "H"
Street between Belle Terrace and Ming
Avenue - Contract No. 74-12 with Sears,
Roebuck & Company.
(f)
Director's Deed from State of California
to the City of Bakersfield providing
necessary easement for Storm Drain
relocation in connection with Freeway
58 construction.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), (c).
(d), (e) and (f) of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers,
Strong
None
Noes:
Absent: None
Councilman Strong stated that litigation related to the
acquisition of water has risen sharply primarily because of the
Kern Delta lawsuit and the intervention of the County and a transfer
of funds will be necessary in order to meet obligations to the City's
Water Attorney.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Budget Transfer from
Account No. 11-540-4100 in the amount of $10,000.00 and Account No.
11-520-0100 in the amount of $10,000.00 to Account No. 11-525-4100
in the amount of $20,000.00, was approved by the following roll call
Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Streng
None
vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent: None
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action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, bid of Gat Wood
Equipment, Inc. for Diesel Powered Street Sweeper was accepted,
this being the only bid that met specifications, and authorization
was granted to trans£er funds in the amount of $2,700.00, from the
Council's Contingency Fund to Public Works Account No. 11-690-7900,
in order to purchase this item as the bid was over the budget
estimate.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker,
Co., Inc. for Diesel Tractor
being the only bid received,
transfer funds in the amount
Contingency Fund
to purchase this
Ayes:
Noes: None
Absent: None
bid of H. V. Carter
with 7 Gang Mower was accepted, this
and authorization was granted to
of $1,300.00, from the Council's
to Public Works Account No. 11-690-8300, in order
item as the bid was over the budget estimate.
New Business.
Certification of Supplemental Environ-
mental Evaluation for the proposed
three level parking garage adjacent
to the Arcon-Bank of America Building.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Certification of
Supplemental Environmental Evaluation for the proposed three level
parking garage adjacent to the Arcon-Bank of America1
approved by the following roll call vote:
Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Building, was
Approval of Revision of Local Agency-
State TOPICS Agreement No. 2, Supple-
ment No. 4.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Revision of Local
Agency-State TOPICS Agreement No. 2, Supplement No. 4 covering
reconstruction and widening of Baker Street between Truxtun Avenue
and the Southern Pacific Railroad, was approved and the Mayor was
authorized to execute same.
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Approval of Plans and Specifications
for construction of curb and gutter
along the west line of Oak Street
between Palm Street and Brundage Lane.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Plans and Specifica-
tions for construction of curb and gutter along the west line of
Oak Street between Palm Street and Brundage Lane, was approved and
the Finance Director was authorized to advertise for bids.
Authorization granted Purchasing
Division to negotiate discount
agreements for Chemical and Paper
Supplies.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, authorization was
granted to the Purchasing Division to negotiate discount agreement~
(E.M.M.A.) with Rose Chemical Co., Target Chemical Co. and San
Joaquin Janitorial Supply Co. for the purchase of various chemicals
and paper supplies as required. This authorization is to continue
until such time as the availability of materials and prices return
to normal market conditions.
Approval of Construction Change Order
No. 2 ~or "Phase Two" Relocation of
Sewer Main for State Route 58 Freeway.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Cinstruction Change
Order No. 2, with Colecrest Equipment Co., for "Phase Two" re-
location of Sewer Main for State Route 58 Freeway, was approved
and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Hearings.
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by Annie Schmidt to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-1 (One
Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-1-P (One Family Dwelling - Parking),
or more restrictive, Zone, affecting that certain property in the
City of Bakersfield located on the west side of Drake Street in
the north half of the 2400 block.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
Bakersfind, California, April 22, 1974 - Page l0
This zone change ~ould permit the use of subject property
for an automobile parking area in conjunction with C-0 property
south of and adjacent to this site. Adjacent properties to the
west and north are zoned and developed single family residential.
Property on the east side of Drake Street, across from subject
property, is developed with the Kern High School District Adminis-
tration Office and parking lot.
The property owner north of and adjacent to subject
property, appeared before the Planning Commission in opposition to
the zone change.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was posted in City Hall on March 13, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the zone change consistent
with the General Plan and recommended approval subject to The
application of the "D" Design Overlay Zone.
patton.
represent
Care, the
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
No protests or objections were received.
Mr. Dean Gay of Watson Realty Company, was present
the property owner.
Dr. John Almklov, Treasurer of The Foundation for Medical
group who will be using this property, spoke in favor of
the zone change.
Mr. Earl Bender, 2531 Drake Street, spoke in favor of the
zone change.
Mayor Hart closed the public portion of the hearing for
Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2185
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield by changing the Land Use Zoning of that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield located on the west side of
Drake Street in the north half of the 2400 block, including the
application of The "D" Design Overlay Zone and finding that such
Bakersfield, California, April 22, 1974 - Page ll
amendment is consistent with the General Plan, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders~ Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by K. A. Shelton, Inc. to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-1
(One Family Dwelling) Zone to an R-2 (Limited Multiple Family
Dwelling), or more restrictive, Zone, affecting that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 3010 18th
Street.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
Subject parcel (75' x 122') is a portion of a larger
parcel presently zoned R-3 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling).
The applicant proposes to build 10 condominium apartment units on
the total area of 30,256 square feet.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was posted in City Hall on March 22, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the zone change consistent
with the General Plan and recommended approval subject to the
application of the "D" Design Overlay Zone.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections were received. Mr. Ken Shelton,
the applicant, was present
the hearing was closed for
Upon a motion by
in the audience. The public portion of
Council deliberation and action.
Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No.
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code of
City of Bak~sfi~ d by changing the Land Use Zoning of that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield commonly known as 3010 - 18th
Street, including the application of the "D" Design Overlay Zone
2186
the
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and finding that such amendment is consistent with the General Plan,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas,
Noes: None
Absent: None
Bleecker,
Adjournment.
Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Council,
adjourned at
There being no further business to come before the
upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, the meeting was
9:45 P.M.
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Bakersfield, California, April 29, 1974
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., April 29, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Richard
Gerbrandt of the Mennonite Brethren Church of Bakersfield.
Reverend Gerbrandt reminded the public that April 30,
1974, is a day that was set aside, by Congressional Resolution, for
humiliation, fasting and prayer.
The City Clerk called the roll as
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Bleecker, Strong
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 22, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. Walter Adams, President of the Central California
Citizens Band Radio Club, requested the Council to grant their club
a permit to sell Fireworks in the City. The Red Devil Fireworks
Company failed to notify the Citizens Band Radio Club of the April
15th deadline for filing for Fireworks Permits.
Councilman Bleecker moved that the Central California
Citizens Band Radio Club and the Bakersfield Breakfast Lions Club
be granted a permit to sell Fireworks in the City.
City Attorney Hoagland stated that this action would be
in violation of the Fireworks Ordinance and that ordinance should
be amended, to extend the April 15th deadline, before granting any
permits. The permit granted at last week's Council Meeting was due
to the fact the Active 20-30 Club had filed too early and their
application was overlooked.
After discussion, Councilman Heisey made a substitute
motion, that first reading be considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 14.40.040 (a)
of the Municipal Code by extending the deadline of April 15th to
follows:
Heisey, Medders, Rogers,
Bakersfield, California, April 29, 1974 - Page 2
May 15th for filing for Fireworks Permits. This motion carried by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Council Statements
Councilman Rogers stated that he would like to recognize
former Councilman Raymond Rees who was in the audience.
Reports.
Councilman Rogers, member of the Legislative Committee
read Legislative Report No. 7, as follows:
AB 1575 enacts the Warren-Alquist Energy
Conservation and Development Act and passed
the Assembly on August 9, 1973, by a 41-32
vote. It is now in the Senate Finance Committee.
The Act establishes a State Commission which
may adopt land use standards different from
those adopted by local agencies and precludes
local participation in important energy re-
sources matters. For this reason, it is
recommended that those features of AB 1575
which reflect a further intrusion into our
local affairs be opposed as a matter of
principle, and the City's opposition be sent
to the Governor, members of the State Finance
Committee and to all Assemblymen in Kern County.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the Mayor was instructed
to prepare necessary communications to the Governor, members of the
State Finance Committee, all Assemblymen in Kern County and the
League of California Cities, expressing the Council's opposition
to those features of AB 1575 which reflect further intrusion into
our local affairs. Councilman Strong abstained from voting on this
motion.
Director of Public Works Bidwell read a Status Report of
Capital Improvement Projects funded by Gas Tax, as follows:
We have reviewed the status of gas tax funded
projects for the current year. Approximately
$483,300 worth of these projects have not been
awarded or have not been advertised for bid.
A list of these projects is attached.
Savings on all projects completed to date total
$19,692; however, it appears there will be a
very sizable cost overrun on remaining projects
scheduled for completion this year. Two (2)
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projects which we ask Council action on tonight
exceed budgeted funds by some $59,000. In view
of this, the Public Works Department suggests
deferral of a project and use of those funds to
offset overruns.
If this suggestion is acceptable we would, recommend
deferral for one year of a $95,000 project
on Stine Road between Planz Road and White Lane
and authorize use of these funds for other
budgeted gas tax projects.
PROJECTS REMAINING FOR FISCAL YEAR 1973-1974
GAS TAX ONLY
GAS TAX FUNDS
18th Street (Cedar to Oak St.) $ 50,000
Pacheco Road (So. "H" St. to
Union Avenue) $130,000
Belle Terrace (Stine to New
Stine Rd.) $ 49,500
Stine Rd. (Planz Rd. to White
Lane) $ 95,000
Pierce Road Cap $ 38,000
"L" St. & 17th St. (Garage
Portion) $ 20,000
Brundage Lane (Lakeview to
Mr. Vernon) $100,800
TOTAL $483,000
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Status Report of
Capital Improvement Projects funded by Gas Tax, with the deferral,
for one year, of a $95,000 project on Sfine Road between Planz Road
and White Lane and authorize use of these funds for other budgeted
gas tax projects, was adopted.
Public Works Director Bidwell reported on the status of
the installation of an irrigation line near Treatment Plant No. 2
by Continental Contractors. Mr. Bidwell stated that the contractor
attempted to put the system into operation today but two or more
leaks developed before the system was fully operative. The con-
tractor discontinued the test and has not indicated whether or not
he would make the repairs.
Mr. Ray Anderson of Continental Contractors, reiterated
his complaint of last week, that his company has not received final
payment on the contract for installation of an irrigation line near
Treatment Plant No. 2, that was completed on February 28, 1974.
After a lengthy discussion, Councilman Rogers made a
motion that the staff be instructed to have a complete and factual
Bakersfield, California, April 29, 1974 - Page 4
report, with a recommendation, for next week's Council Meeting
regarding the installation of the irrigation line near Treatment
Plant No. 2.
Mr. Jim Calanchini, Assistant to the President of Garone
Cattle Company, stated that, to his knowledge, the pump was not
turned on by any of their employees, without consent of the con-
tractor or the City.
Councilman Rogers' motion that the staff be instructed
to have a complete and factual report, with a recommendation, for
the Council Meeting of May 6, 1974, regarding the installation of
2, was unanimously
the irrigation line near Treatment Plant No.
approved.
Consent Calendar.
The following itmes were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3238 to 3281,
inclusive, in amount of $34,426.49.
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
Work on Phase Two - Relocation of Sewer
Main for State Route "58" Freeway -
Contract No. 74-11 with Colecrest
Equipment Company.
(b)
Request of James Cunningham, Sanitation
Crewman I, for 60 days Medical Leave
without Pay, beginning April 15, 1974.
(c)
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), and
(c) of the Consent
call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absen,:
Calendar,
were adopted by the following roll
Councilmen Bleecker,
None
Councilman Thomas
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong,
Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
low bid of Griffith
Company for the improvement of East Brundage Lane from 1200' east
of Lakeview Avenue to 400' east of Mt. Vernon Avenue, was accepted~
all other bids rejected and the Mayor was authorized to execute the
contract.
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After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Strong, low
bid of Cal-Western Retaining of Fresno for Mayflower District Storm
Drain, HUD Project Nos. WSF-CA-09-16-1046 and WSF-CA-09-16-1069,
with the paving portion deleted in the amount of approximately
$33,009.00 to be done either by separate contract or City forces,
was accepted, all other bids rejected and the Mayor authorized to
execute the contract, by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Hei~py, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Approval of Construction Change Order
No. 1 for Mayflower District Storm
Drain, HUD Project Nos. WSF-CA-09-16-1046
and WSF-CA-09-16-1069.
The total Change Order contract adjustment price is a
decrease in the amount of $33,009.00, and provides for deletion
of pavement saw-cutting, trench preparation and placing of 4"
A.C. paving required for trench resurfacing from the contract.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved this
Change Order and the Public Works Department proposes to do the
paving under separate contract.
Upon a mO~ion by Councilman Strong, Construction Change
Order No. 1 with Cal-Western Retaining of Fresno, for Mayflower
District Storm Drain, HUD Project Nos. WSF-CA-09-16-1046 and
WSF-CA-09-16-1069, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to
execute same.
City Manager Bergen stated he would like to make it clear
that there will be a recommendation to use Gas Taxes for the paving
portion of the Mayflower District Storm Drain which was deleted from
the contract.
the
Approval of Agreement between the
County of Kern and the City of Bakers-
field.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Agreement between
County of Kern and the City of Bakersfield, providing for
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Bakersfield, California, April 29, 1974 - Page 6
County participation in the Oak Street curb, gutter and paving
project between Palm Street and Brundage Lane, was approved and
the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Approval of Agreement with P. G. & E.
for Electrical Service installation
on C~lumbus Street near Idaho Street.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Agreement with
Pacific Gas & Electric Company for electrical service installation
on Columbus Street near Idaho Street, was approved and the Mayor
was authorized to execute same.
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the C~y of Bakersfield
amending Section 17.52.170 of the
Municipal Code by a~ding Subsections
(E) and (F) thereto, and by repealing
Section 10.07.050 of said Code,
concerning Fences, Walls and Hedges.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 17.52.170 of
the Municipal Code by adding Subsections (E) and (F) thereto, and
by repealing Section 10.07.050 of said Code, concerning Fences,
Walls and Hedges.
This ordinance would permit property owners in the C-O,
C-C, C-l, C-2, M-1 and M-2 Zones to erect barbes wire on existing
fences or walls, if the lowest strand of barbed wire is installed
at least 6 feet 3 inches above grade. Present regulations require
the lowest strand to be 7 feet above grade, which makes it impracti-
cal to install any barbed wire on existing fences. This ordinance
would also permit barbed wire fencing in the A Zone if it is 1300
feet from any residential area (25 dwellings).
Hearings.
This is the time set for continued public hearing before
the Council for hearing protests by persons owning real property
within territory designated as "Panorama No. l" proposed to be
annexed to the City of Bakersfield. This public hearing was contin-
ued from the Council Meeting of March 25, 1974.
Bakersfield, California, April 29, 1974 - Page 7
291
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the public hearing
was continued until May 20, 1974.
This is the time set for continued public hearing before
the Council for hearing objections to include within the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District certain territory desig-
nated as "Panorama No. 1." This public hearing was continued from
the Council Meeting of March 25, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the public hearing
was continued until May 20, 1974.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Strong, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
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Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., May 6, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Councilman Walter F.
Reisey.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong,
Bleecker
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Minutes of the regular meeting of April 29, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Council Statements.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, the Business Develop-
ment and Parking Committee was instructed to investigate possible
locations for safe bicycle paths.
Councilman Heisey read a news release from Kern County
Supervisor John Mitchell, supporting the City of Bakersfield in
regards to the City's acquisition of Tenneco West's water rights
to the Kern River.
Reports.
Councilman Bleecker, Chairman of the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee, read a report regarding
Administrative Organization of the City of Bakersfield, as follows:
The firm of Arthur D. Little, Incorporated, was
hired some months ago by the City Council to
conduct an efficiency study into various areas
of City government. In compliance with their
contract they have submitted an interim report
regarding the administrative organization of
this City prior to completion of their total
study. This interim report covers the organi-
zation of the City Manager's Office, personnel
administration and the organization of community
development activities. (Excerpts of this study
are attached to the Committee Report.)
The Governmental Efficiency and Personnel
Committee has thoroughly evaluated the Arthur
D. Little recommendations, and we are generally
in agreement with these findings. The following
comment from this study was particularly note-
worthy in forming our recommendations:
"From the taxpayers' point of view it
is no longer defensible simply to
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293
assure them that the funds of the City
have been spent in accordance with the
law. The cost effectiveness of public
expenditures are increasingly of citizen
concern and rightfully so. Consequently,
the administrative organization of the
City should be consciously strengthened
and designed to provide additional
analytical capabilities - both budget-
arily and programmatically."
With this thought in mind the following is
recommended:
1. The City Clerk's Office consolidated with
the City Manager.
2. More centralization of the personnel
functions.
Centralization of the community development
functions with a community development
agency.
In order to accomplish this we make the following
recommendations for Council approval:
A Senior Administrative Assistant position
reclassified as an Assistant City Manager
with Major responsibilities in the field
of manpower and personnel.
The upgrading of a Senior Administrative
Assistant position (now vacant) to a Deputy
City Manager having primary responsibilities
for general operations and covering expanded
administrative bases under the immediate and
direct supervision of the City Manager.
The upgrading of the City Clerk's position
(now vacant) to an Assistant City Manager,
with major responsibilities for administrative
services and public information who would be
designated as the Deputy City Clerk.
The upgrading of an Administrative Assistant
position (now vacant) to a Community Develop-
ment Director. This agency will include the
Department of City Planning, the Department
of Building Inspection and a Department of
Redevelopment. The Director of Community
Development will have administrative super-
vision over these three departments.
These proposals will not require additional
personnel as we are essentially upgrading present
authorized positions. This is not to say that
additional personnel, such as in the Personnel
Office, will not be required. Department re-
organization and locations of these various
departments will be forthcoming in later reports.
The Committee is not recommending at this time
the adoption of a post-entry training program as
recommended by the Arthur D. Little study. This
is not to say that we are opposed to training
programs; however, there are many implications,
such as cost factors and type of training,
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Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974 - Page 3
which warrant further study. We have suggested
that the staff make further evaluations of our
present program in comparison to the proposed
program prior to any Council action on this
matter.
In order to implement this report the Govern-
mental Efficiency and Personnel Committee is
recommending Council approval of the following
positions, salary ranges and attached job
specifications:
Range Title Step 1 Step 5
78 Deputy City Manager $23,146 $28,199
69 (2) Assistant City Managers $18,492 $22,584
71 Community Development Director $19,464 $23,736
We further recommend that the City Council con-
sider this report a first reading and instruct
the City Manager to begin recruitment proceedings
immediately to fill these positions, with the
exception of the Assistant City Manager in charge
of personnel, which we are recommending a reclassi-
fication of the present Senior Administrative Assis-
tant. The City Attorney should also be instructed
to prepare the necessary ordinance changes.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, report of the
Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee regarding Adminis-
trative Organization of the City of Bakersfield, was approved, the
City Manager was instructed to begin recruitment proceedings to
fill the vacant positions and first reading was considered given
ordinances necessary for these changes.
Councilman Bleecker, Chairman of the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee, read a report regarding
Recognition of Public Employees' Union, as follows:
For the City Council's information the Public
Employees' Union, Teamsters Local 986 has
petitioned for formal recognition as the majority
exclusive representative of employees in the
(1) City's Fire Unit and (2) the City's Fire
Supervisory Unit. These petitions have been
reviewed by the Governmental Efficiency and
Personnel Committee at which time we determined
their compliance with all requirements as set
forth in this City's Employer-Employee Relations
Ordinance and Supplemental Rules and Regulations.
They have also submitted written proof that they
represent well over 50% of the employees in both
of the requested units.
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295
Based on these facts the Governmental Efficiency
and Personnel Committee as the City's Designated
Representative has granted formal recognition
rights to this union. These recognition rights
will not be subject to challenge by any other
employee organization for a period of not less
than twelve months.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, report of the
Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee regarding Recog-
nition of Public Employees' Union, was adopted.
Councilman Medders, Chairman of the Budget Review and
Finance Committee, read a report regarding Outside Audit of
Fiscal Year 1973-74, as follows:
The Budget Review and Finance Committee has met
to discuss the outside audit for fiscal 1973-74.
After a great deal of discussion, the committee
felt it would be advisable to again retain Elmer
Fox & Company.
The Committee concluded a change in auditing
firms just for the sake of change is not warranted
and would, in fact, increase the City's cost with-
out improvement in the quality of the audit. Any
new firm's cost for the first year's audit work
would be much higher because of the need to
become familiar with the City's operation and
development of basic work data.
The Committee was assured that the certified
public accountant placed in charge of this year's
work would be a person who had worked on the City's
audit in the past year, thus giving enough conti-
nuity to the new audit to effect maximum effi-
ciency. New personnel would be assigned to some
key areas of audit in order to provide a fresh
approach.
The estimated fee is $10,400, an increase of
$900 over the prior year.
The Committee recommends that Elmer Fox &
Company be retained as the City's outside
auditors for fiscal year ending June 30, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, report of the
Budget Review and Finance Committee recommending Elmer Fox &
Company be retained as the City's Outside Auditors for Fiscal
Year ending June 30, 1974, was approved and the Mayor was
authorized to execute the contract.
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Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974 - Page 5
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3282 to 3358,
inclusive, in amount of $55,843.52.
(b)
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
Work on installation of Traffic Signal
and Street Lighting Systems at the
intersection of Columbus Street and
Oswell Street - Contract No. 73-97 with
A. C. Electric Company.
(c) Map of Tract No. 3690 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein.
(d) Map of Tract No. 3692 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein.
(e) Map of Tract No. 3693 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein.
(f)
Plans and Specifications for construction
of Utility Building and Tower Footings
for Radio Communication Facility at City
Sanitary Landfill.
(g)
Adoption of Resolution No. 31-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Tract No. 3714, located north
of Stockdale Highway, south of the Carrier
Canal and west of Park Stockdale.
(h)
Adoption of Resolution No. 32-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Map of Tract No. 3715, located
north of Stockdale Highway, approximately
800 feet + and east of E1 Rio Drive.
(i)
Adoption of Resolution No. 33-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Map of Tract No. 3723, located
in Southwest Bakersfield, south of Ming
Avenue and west of Stine Road on Hasti
Acres Drive.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b),
(c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h) and (i) of the Consent Calendar,
were adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Thomas
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29'7
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, bid of Automatic
Signal Division for Traffic Controller replacement, was accepted
and the other bid rejected.
Deferred Business.
Adoption of Emergency Ordinance No.
2187 New Series of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield amending Section
14.40.040 (a) of the Municipal Code
of the City of Bakersfield concerning
Application Requirements for Sale of
Safe and Sane Fireworks.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Emergency Ordi-
nance No. 2187 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakers-
field amending Section 14.40.040 (a) of the Municipal Code of
the City of Bakersfield concerning Application Requirements for
Sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks, was adopted by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Bleecker
None
Councilman Thomas
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2188 New
Series of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield amending Section 17.52.170
of the Municipal Code by adding Sub-
sections (E) and (F) thereto, and by
repealing Section 10.07.050 of said
Code, concerning Fences, Walls and
Hedges.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Councilmen Heisey, Medders,
None
Councilman Thomas
Rogers, Strong, Bleecker
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Ordinance No.
2188 New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 17.52.170 of the Municipal Code by adding
Subsections (E) and (F) thereto, and by repealing Section
10.07.050 of said Code, concerning Fences, Walls and Hedges,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
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Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974 - Page 7
New Business.
Adoption of Resolution No. 34-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield
consenting to relinquishment of a
parcel of State Highway Right-Of-Way
along White Lane at the Route 99/White
Lane Interchange 06-Ker-99-21.08, No.
79356.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Resolution No.
34-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield consenting to
relinquishment of a parcel of State Highway Right-Of-Way along
White Lane at the Route 99/White Lane Interchange 06-Ker-99-21.08,
No. 79356, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Adoption of Resolution No. 35-74 of
Application by the Council of the
City of Bakersfield proposing the
detachment of those portions of
recently annexed territory from the
North Bakersfield Recreation and
Park District.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Resolution No.
35-74 of Application by the Council of the City of Bakersfield
proposing the detachment of those portions of recently annexed
territory from the North Bakersfield Recreation and Park District,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Thomas
Approval of Agreement between
P. G. & E. and the City of Bakers-
field for Electric Service to
Grissom Park.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Agreement between
P. G. & E. and the City of Bakersfield for electric service to
serve the irrigation system in Grissom Park, was approved and the
Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974 - Page 8
299
Approval of Collective Agreement
with Southern California Gas Company
for relocation of Southern California
Gas Company's existing two inch (2")
gas line located at Belle Terrace and
Stine Canal.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Collective Agreement
with Southern California Gas Company for relocation of Southern
California Gas Company's existing two inch (2") gas line located
at Belle Terrace and Stine Canal, was approved and the Mayor was
authorized to execute same.
Approval of Agreement with Southern
Pacific Transportation Company for
the purpose of installing the 36 inch
Storm Drain in Lakeview Avenue.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Agreement with South--
ern Pacific Transportation Company for the purpose of installing
the 36 inch Storm Drain in Lakeview Avenue, was approved and the
Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Councilman Rogers read a Memorandum from Director of
Public Works Bidwell and a report from the City Attorney's Office
regarding Contract No. 74-10 with Continental Contractors for
construction of an irrigation line on the Municipal Farm Property,
as follows:
Memorandum from Director of Public Works Bidwell
During the meeting of April 29, the Council
directed the staff to submit a report on all
matters pertinent to the contract for con-
struction of an irrigation line ~ the Munic-
ipal Farm property.
The attached memo and report from the Attorney's
Office and Public Works Department were prepared
in response to that request.
The Public Works Department concurs with the
recommendations presented in the memorandum
from the Assistant City Attorney.
Report from the City Attorney's Office
Upon an analysis of the facts of this case as
presented to me, it is my opinion that the
contract has not been satisfactorily completed
and that the City has not accepted the work.
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Bakersfield, California, May 6, 1974 - Page 9
I recommend that the Council find that the
contractor has failed to prosecute the work
to satisfactory completion; that written
notice be served on the contractor providing
him with an opportunity to provide means for
a satisfactory compliance with the contract,
as directed by the City Engineer, within a
reasonable time.
In the event the contractor neglects or
refuses to comply within such reasonable time,
that the City Council should suspend the oper-
ation of the contract. In this event the City
would proceed to finish the contract and use
the remaining 10% of the contract price for
such purpose and charge the contractor for any
costs in excess thereof.
The bonding company should be notified.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, the recommenda-
tions contained in the City Attorney's report were approved.
Councilman Bleecker abstained from voting on this motion.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
AYOR~of Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
ACTI~(~?CITY CLERK/~d Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Council of the C' ~ of Bakersfield, California
ma
Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974
30i
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., May 13, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and
Rogers.
Present:
Absent:
Invocation by Councilman Donald A.
The City Clerk called
Mayor Hart. Councilmen Medders, Rogers,
Bleecker, Heisey
None
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 6,
the roll as follows:
Strong, Thomas,
1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. Bob Charlton, Chairman of the Liberty Amendment Com-
mittee of Kern County, presented a book entitled "Action For
Americans - Liberty Amendment," to the Council and explained that
this is a proposed amendment to the U. S. Constitution.
Correspondence.
Councilman Medders mentioned a letter from Mrs. Ruth
Blue, 2601 Dracena Street, opposing her assessment for installation
of sidewalks on Dracena Street and Pine Street in regards to Public
Improvement District No. 889.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, communication from
Cecil & Patricia Neal of Pat's Poodle Pad, 220 Monte re y Street,
requesting the Council to consider using the land recently purchased
from Tenneco West, Inc., by the City, as a game refuge and make the
land available for bird dog field trials, was referred to the Water
and City Growth Committee for study and recommendation.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
the Kern Audubon Society, opposing the sale or exchange of any
Kern River water to Los Angeles for any purpose, particularly for
a nuclear power plant, was received and ordered placed on file.
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Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 2
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, communication from
the State of California, Department of Transportation, regarding
a Cost Effectiveness Study, was received and ordered placed on file.
Mayor Hart read a communication from Reverend Daniel
DeDominicis, submitting his resignation as a member of the Citizens
Advisory Committee for the California Avenue Park Neighborhood
Facility. Mayor Hart recommended that Mr. Alfred Leon be appointed
to fill this vacancy.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Mr. Alfred Leon,
701 East California Avenue, was appointed to serve as a member of
the Citizens Advisory Committee for the California Avenue Park
Neighborhood Facility.
Council Statements.
Councilman Heisey reported on the current status of the
City's water program.
Reports.
Councilman Rogers, Chairman of the Auditorium-Recreation
Committee, read a report regarding Recreation Division's 1974-75
Operational Budget, as follows:
The City Council's Auditorium-Recreation Committee
recently met and reviewed the proposed Recreation
Division's budget for fiscal year 1974-75. This
budget is submitted annually prior to the regular
budget hearings so plans and preparations may
proceed for the City's summer recreation program.
Attached to this report is the proposed budget
for fiscal year 1974-75 for the Council's
inspection and consideration. As you will note
the 1974-75 budget, as submitted, is $7,300
below the 1973-74 budgeted amount. The committee
has reviewed the proposed budget in detail and
has recommended an additional $2,200 reduction
in the summer program. We have advised the staff
to evaluate those programs affected by this
reduction. If we find that these reductions
are not justified, we will give these areas
further consideration during the budget hearings.
The Federal Government passed a new minimum wage
law effective May 1, 1974, which affects all
federal, state and local government employees.
The staff is evaluating the implications of this
new law as it affects temporary employees. At
the present time, it looks as though most temporary
recreation employees' salaries will need to be
Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 3
303
adjusted approximately 30 cents an hour. If
this is the case the seasonal salaries will
reflect approximately a $15,000 increase.
Recommendations concerning this matter will be
considered during the regular budget sessions.
The Council's Auditorium-Recreation Committee
believes the proposed program is adequate, and
we are extremely pleased to note that the same
level of service will be offered at basically
the same amount as last year. We are, therefore,
recommending Council approval of the Recreation
Division's 1974-75 budget.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, report of the Audi-
torium-Recreation Committee recommending approval of the Recreation.
Division's 1974-75 Operational Budget, was adopted.
Councilman Bleecker, Chairman of the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee, read a report regarding Change
in Employee Units, as follows:
Based on evidence provided by the Arthur D.
Little study, it has been determined that the
Foreman I classification, which was included
in the General Employees Blue Collar Unit,
should be changed to the General Employees
Supervisory Unit.
This information was submitted to all employee
organizations, at which time they were informed
of the City's willingness to meet and confer on
this subject. To date the Service Employees
International Union and the Public Employees
Union - Teamsters Local 986 have informed us
that they have no objections to this change.
The Governmental Efficiency and Personnel
Committee as the City's designated representative
for employer-employee relations has, therefore,
instructed the staff to make this change in the
Supplemental Rules and Regulations effective
this date.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, report of the
Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee regarding Change
in Employee Units and instructing the staff to make a change in
the Supplemental Rules and Regulations, was accepted.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3359 to 3443,
inclusive, in amount of $264,660.22.
(b)
Claim for damages from Herbert Allen Cosme,
39 Cedarwood Lane, Oildale. (Refer to
City Attorney)
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Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 4
(c)
Claim for damages from Valley Grande Golf
Course, 1119 Watts Drive. (Refer to City
Attorney)
(d)
Street Right of Way Deed from Elmer F.
Karpe, Inc. and Regional Mortgage Co. -
provides right of way for American Way,
north of Ming Avenue and between Valhalla
Drive and McDonald Way in conjunction with
Parcel Map No. 2171.
(e)
Plans and Specifications for construction
of two lighted Tennis Courts at Centennial
Park.
(f)
Plans and Specifications for construction
of an Automatic Sprinkler System for
Grissom Park.
(g)
Plans and Specifications for resurfacing
of Pierce Read between Rosedale Highway
and Calloway Canal Bridge.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), (c),
(d), (e), (f) and (g) of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, bid of Central
Valley Supply Co. for Storm Drain Pipe, was accepted.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, bid of Griffith
Company for Annual Contract Type "B" Asphalt Concrete, was accepted,
the other bid rejected and the Mayor was authorized to execute the
contract.
Deferred Business.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2189 New
Series of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield amending Section 3.18.060
(Salary Schedule) of the Municipal
Code of the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2189
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield amending
Section 3.18.060 (Salary Schedule) of the Municipal Code of the
Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 5
305
City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Councilmen Medders,
Heisey
None
None
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
New Business.
Adoption of Resolution No. 36-74 of
the City Council of the City of
Bakersfield amending the designation
of the Downtown Redevelopment Survey
Area.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Resolution No. 36-74
of the City Council of the City of Bakersfield amending the desig-
nation of the Downtown Redevelopment Survey Area, was adopted by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes: None
Absent: None
Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Heisey
Hearings.
This is the time set for public hearing on the initiated
action by the Planning Commission to amend the zoning boundaries
from a C-2-D (Commercial - Architectural Design) Zone to an R-3-D
(Limited Multiple Family Dwelling - Architectural Design), or more
restrictive, Zone, affecting that certain property in the City of
Bakersfield located on the south side of Golden State Highway
Frontage Road and westerly of "F" Street.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
Subject properties are developed with a 40-unit senior
citizens apartment complex and California Water Company's well and
storage tank. A 24-unit apartment complex has been approved by the
Planning Commission for the remaining undeveloped parcel. The
zone change would be consistent with the existing and proposed
multiple family dwelling use of the property.
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Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 6
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was posted in City Hall on April 4, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the proposed amendment to
the Zoning Ordinance consistent with the General Plan and no one
appeared in opposition.
Mayor Hart declared
pation.
the hearing open for public partici-
Mr. Roger Narinian, 3200 E1Encanto Court #18, opposed
the zone change because of the congestion already in the area and
the lack of access ways.
Planning Director Sceales stated that apartments could
be built under the present zoning but the proposed R-3 zoning
prohibits commercial use of this property and protects the surrounding
property owners.
After discussion, the public portion of the hearing was
closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Ordinance No. 2190
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code of the
City of Bakersfield by changing the Land Use Zoning of that certain
property in the City of Bakersfield located on the south side of
Golden State Highway Frontage Road and westerly of "F" Street and
finding that such amendment is consistent with the General Plan,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
This is the time set for public hearing before the
Council for hearing protests, objections or appeals in respect to
the diagram, assessment and work done in Public Improvement District
No. 889 (construction of curb and gutters, sidewalks, driveway
approaches and necessary drainage facilities along Cherry Street
and Dracena Street between Pine Street and Beech Street; and along
Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 7
307
a portion of Beech Street, Myrtle Street and Pine Street between
Palm Street and Chester Lane) pursuant to Resolution of Intention
No. 889 and the Improvement Act of 1911.
This hearing has been duly advertised and notices of
assessment sent to all affected property owners.
Two written protests were filed in the City Clerk's
Office by Sara C. O'Hare, 2617 Bank Street and Ruth A. Blue, 2601
Dracena Street.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation.
Mr. William F. Long, 313 Highland Avenue, representing
Mrs. Sara C. O'Hare, stated he had prepared Mrs. O'Hare's letter
of protest and was present to answer any questions that the Council
might have pertaining to the problems with this parcel of property.
Mrs. Raymond Pascoe, daughter of Sara O'Hare, addressed
the Council objecting to the expense of the Public Improvement
District and requested the Council to determine, once and for all,
who owns the property where the City constructed 5th Street.
City Attorney Hoagland stated that the boundaries of
Mrs. O'Hare's property should be resolved, but the problem on
5th Street has nothing to do with the assessment for the work done
in the Public Improvement District.
Councilman Medders read the letter from Mrs. Ruth Blue,
2601Dracena Street, protesting to the assessment for the work
done on her property in regards to Public Improvement District
No. 889.
After discussion, no further protests or objections being
received and no one speaking in favor of the Public Improvement
. District, the Mayor declared the public portion of the hearing
closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, hearing in respect
to the diagram, assessment and work done in Public Improvement
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Bakersfield, California, May 13, 1974 - Page 8
District No. 889, was continued for two weeks or until the staff
can determine all the facts, if there are inequities that need to
be adjusted, come back with a recommendation to the Council for
positive action and that the staff contact Mrs. Pascoe to avoid
the inconvenience of going from one department to another in an
attempt to try to resolve this issue, was approved by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
Councilman Thomas introduced three Boy Scouts from Troop
605, who were present at the Council Meeting to earn Merit Badges.
Councilman Bleecker stated that in regards to Public
Improvement District No. 889 and the complaints received, if the
streets are in bad condition he would like to know and hopefully,
the staff can resolve the problems before the continued hearing.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:25 P.M.
· y kersfield,
Calif.
ATTEST:
ACTIN~ CITY CLE~ and Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Council of the ~ty of Bakersfield, California
ma
Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 309
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, Cali~rnia, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., May 20, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Clifford
Dickau of the Belle View Baptist Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey,
Medders
Absent: Councilman Rogers
Minutes of the regular meeting of May, 13, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Correspondence.
Mayor Hart read a communication from the California
Highway PatDol, stating that the records of the Statewide Integrated
Traffic Records System (SWITRS) show that the City of Bakersfield
had fewer fatal traffic accidents in 1973 than in 1972 and extended
their congratulations and best wishes for continued success in
traffic safety during 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, communication from
the Kern County Council of Governments regarding the City of Bakers-
field's cash "in king" share of the cost of the Open Space, Conser-
vation and Seismic Elements, was received and ordered placed on
file.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, communication from
Krevitz regarding the Downtown Business Improvement
was referred to the Business Development and Parking
Mr. Nathan M.
District Tax,
Committee.
Council Statements.
Mayor Hart presented a Certificate of Appreciation to
Councilman Keith Bleecker for five years of service to the City of
Bakersfield.
Bakersfield, Cal~ornia, May 20, 1974 - Page 2
Councilman Heisey reported on a recent meeting between
the City Water Committee and key employees of the Kern Island Water
Company, who will become City employees at the conclusion of the
water negotiations.
Councilman Heisey stated that a meeting was held with
the Kern County Board of Supervisors regarding the City's acquisition
of the Kern River water rights.
Councilman Heisey stated that he had received notification
from the State Water Quality Control Board that the City has been
granted $20,000.00 for a Waste Water Study Plan and should receive
official notice soon.
Mrs. Raymond Pascoe, daughter of Mrs. Sara O'Hare,
requested that the Council postpone the continued hearing on Public
Improvement District No. 889 for two more weeks.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, continued hearing on
Public Improvement District No. 889 was removed from the Agenda and
continued until the Council Meeting of June 3, 1974.
Councilman Thomas read a statement regardling Bicycle
Paths, as follows:
Today I spent some time with Supervisor John
Mitchell discussing bike paths in and around
Bakersfield. Tomorrow Supervisor Mitchell
plans to make a motion before the Board of
Supervisors to establish bike paths and lanes,
a long needed facility for our community.
Councilman Medders recently asked for a report
from the Business Development and Parking Com-
mittee on possible locations for safe bicycle
paths, so it is obvious, to me, that we as a
Council have expressed an interest in bicycle
paths.
I have long been a proponent of such paths and
would urge that this Council support Supervisor
Mitchell. I feel now is the time to voice our
confidence in such a project and urge Supervisor
Mitchell and the Board to proceed in a positive
manner.
Councilman Medders read a report from the Public Works
Bicycle Routes, as follows:
Department regarding Designated
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311
Several months ago this department met with the
Traffic Division and representatives of local
bicycle groups and developed a possible bicycle
route between Bakersfield College and California
State College.
Prior to completing our studies, interest was
shifted to an alternate route along the south
side of the Kern River. A detailed plan was
developed by the Kern County Public Works
Department. This plan has the support of
numerous citizen groups. However, right of way problems
developed and this alternale was temporarily set
aside.
On May 21, 1974 the County Public Works Depart-
ment will present to the Board of Supervisors
updated costs and alternate routes that may
eliminate the right of way problems.
The County Public Works Department will also
be making a report on the possible designation of
Stockdale Highway between Oak Street and the
State College as a bicycle route. A portion of this
street is within the City and the City Council's
approval would be required.
In addition to these proposals the Kern County
Planning Department is making a detailed study of
possible bikeways in the Bakersfield Metropolitan
Area. This study will include History, Types of
Bikeways, Goals and Policies, Design Characteristics,
Standards, Bikepaths, Bikelanes, Bikeroutes, Signing,
Funding and Suggested Routes. The report is basically
complete and a draft copy will be submitted for our
review within the next few weeks.
To eliminate duplication of effort, I suggest
that any major action on bikeroutes be deferred
until the draft Kern County Bikeway Plan has
been reviewed.
Councilman Thomas moved that the Council support Super-
visor Mitchell in his request to the Board of Supervisors to
establish bicycle paths and lanes in the unincorporated area of
Metropolitan Bakersfield, with the understanding that theCity
cannot immediately take the same action due to difficulties in
obtaining rights of way and the cost factor. This motion was
unanimously approved.
Mayor Hart welcomed Boy Scout Troop No. 189 to the
Council Meeting.
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Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 4
Consent
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Stationers
rejected.
Consent Calendar.
The following item was listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3444 to 3566,
inclusive, in amount of $181,352.22.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Item
Calendar, was adopted by the following roll
Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker,
None
Councilman Rogers
Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders,
for Officer Paper, was accepted and
New Business.
Approval of Sale of Surplus of Real
Property at the Northeast corner of
4fh and Eye Streets.
(a) of the
call vote:
Heisey, Medders
bid of Start-Rite
the other bids were
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, sale
of surplus
real property at the Northeast corner of 4th and Eye Streets to
Mr. & Mrs. W. W. Barnes for $400.00, was approved and the Mayor
was authorized to execute the Quitclaim Deed indicating that the
City retain access rights.
Adoption of Resolution of Intention
No. 897 of the Council of the City
of Bakersfield, declaring its intention
to order the abandonment of the dedi-
cation of Vehicular Access Rights from
Lots 1, 2, 3 & 5 of Tract No. 2523,
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Resolution of
Intention No. 897 of the CounCil of the City of Bakersfield,
declaring its intention to order the abandonment of the dedication
of Vehicular Access Rights from Lots 1, 2, 3 & 5 of Tract No. 2523,
City of Bakersfield and setting date of June 10, 1974 for hearing
on the matter before the Council, was adopted by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong,
Noes: None
Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Absent: Councilman Rogers
Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 5
313
Approval of Agreement between the City
and Willard James Martin for operation
of a Concession Stand at Beale Park
for approximately three months,
beginning May 21 and ending September
4, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Agreement between
the City and Willard James Martin for operation of a Concession
Stand at Beale Park for approximately three months, beginning May
21 and ending September 4, 1974, was approved and the Mayor was
authorized to execute same.
Approval of Agreement between the City
and Willard James Martin for operation
of a Concession Stand at Jastro Park
for approximately three months,
beginning May 21 and ending September
4, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Agreement between
the City and Willard James Martin for operation of a Concession
Stand at Jastro Park for approximately three months, beginning May
21 and ending September 4, 1974, was approved and':the Mayor was
authorized to execute same.
Approval of Agreement between the City
and Willard James Martin for operation
of a City-Owned Concession Stand at
Planz Park for approximately three
months, beginning May 21 and ending
September 4, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Agreement between
the City and Willard James Martin for operation of a City-Owned
Concession Stand at Planz Park for approximately three months,
beginning May 21 and ending September 4, 1974, was approved and
the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Approval of Request from Texaco, Inc.
for permission to enter upon tile City
of Bak~sfield's Municipal Farm to
conduct geophysical work under certain
conditions.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, request from Texaco,
Inc. for permission to enter upon the City of Bakersfield's
Municipal Farm to conduct geophysical work under certain conditions,
was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute the request
form.
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Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 6
Hearings.
This is the time set for continued public hearing before
the Council for hearing protests by persons owning real property
within territory designated as "Panorama No. l" proposed to be
annexed to the City of Bakersfield. This public hearing was
continued from the Council Meetings of March 25, 1974 and April
29, 1974.
A written protest was received from Chanslor-Western Oil
and Development Company.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation.
Mr. Robert Schmoll, 29 Miner Street, requested the Council
to approve the annexation of Panorama No. 1 as he would like to
proceed with the construction of his new home in the area that is
proposed to be zoned R-1 (One Family Dwelling).
No protests or objections being received, the public
portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and
action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Resolution No. 37-74
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield declaring that a majority
protest has not been made to the annexation of territory designated
as "Panorama No. l" proposed to be annexed to the City of Bakers-
field, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Rogers
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Ordinance No. 2191
New Series approving annexation of a parcel of uninhabited terri-
tory to the City of Bakersfield, California, designated as "Panorama
No. 1," and providing for the taxation of said territory to pay the
Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 7
bonded indebtedness of said City, was adopted by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Rogers
This is the time set for confinued public hearing before
the Council for hearing objections to include within the Greater
Bakersfield Separation of Grade District certain territory desig-
nated as "Panorama No. 1." This public hearing was continued from
the Council Meetings of March 25, 1974 and April 29, 1974.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections being received, the public
portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and
action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Resolution No. 38-74
annexxng to the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade District
that porti)n of certain territory designated as "Panorama No. 1"
not already included within said District, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Rogers
This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
of the City of Bakersfield to Zone Upon Annexation to an R-1 (One
Family Dwelling), or more restrictive, Zone, that certain property
in the County of Kern located easterly of Columbus Street between
the City Landfill on the north and the easterly extension of
University Avenue, and known as a portion of Panorama No. 1
Annexation.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the prol~posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
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Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 8
The two properties proposed for R-1 zoning (61.30 acres)
are located east of Camden Street and north of University Avenue
and north of proposed Panorama Drive extension. The proposed R-1
zoning is consistent with the Land Use Element of the General Plan
and a natural expansion of an existing residential neighborhood.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was filed iwth the County Clerk and posted in City Hall
on January 22, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the proposed amendment to
the Zoning Ordinance consistent with the General Plan and recom-
mended approval.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections being received, the public
portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberationa a~d
action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Ordinance No. 2192
New Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12 of the
Municipal Code and finding that such amendment is consistent with
the General Plan, was adopted by the loSlowing roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Rogers
This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
of the City of Bakersfield to Zone Upon Annexation to a P.U.D.
(Planned Unit Development), or more restrictive, Zone, that certain
prol~erty in the County of Kern located easterlyof Columbus Street
between the City Landfill on the north and the easterly extension
of University Avenue, and known as a portion of Panorama No. 1
Annexation; and also this is the time set for public hearing on
application of Betdell L. Dickinson to amend the zoning boundaries
from an R-1 (One Family Dwelling) Zone to a P.U.D. (Planned Unit
Development), or more restrictive, Zone, that certain property in
Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 9
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the City of Bakersfield located on the southeast corner of Columbus
Street and Panorama Drive.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the proper~posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
The proposed Planned Unit Development covers an area of
approximately 16.91 acres and includes property presently within
the City and property being annexed as a portion of Panorama No. 1
Annexation. The project site is located east of Columbus Street
and south of Panorama Drive. Both streets are major highways on
the City's Street and Highway Plan. Due to the physical develop-
ment barrier of the Kern River Bluffs, present traffic volumes on
both major streets are minimal and will remain so in the future.
The proposed P.U.D., depicts 36 one-bedroom units, 196
two-bedroom units and 28 three-bedroom units for a total of 260
units. The overall density for the entire project area (16.91
acres) equals one unit per 2,832 square feet, or that permitted
in the R-2 residential zone. The plan also proposes two recreational
buildings, three swimming pools, two tennis courts, volley ball
and handball courts and children play area, also parking for 664
cars.
This project would be separated from adjacent existing
and proposed single family development to the south by a continuous
six-foot high masonry wall. Buildings loca ted adjacent to the R~l
properties to the south are single story and set back 20 feet from
the south boundary line.
Several property owners within this immediate area
submitted a petition and appeared before the Planning Commission
meeting in opposition to the proposed Planned Unit Development.
The Planning Commission required substantial changes in
the P.U.D. plan to insure a compatible development with adjacent
and proposed single family development.
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Bakersfield, California, May 20, 1974 - Page 10
An environmental assessment was made and a negative
declaration was filed and posted in City Hall on April 2, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the proposed P.U.D. plan
and zone change consistent with the General Plan and recommended
approval, as amended.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the public hearing
was continued for two weeks, by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Rogers
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the meeting was
8:45 P. M.
Council,
adjourned at
MAY~Bakersfield,
Calif.
ATTEST:
ACTI~CJCITY CLERK a~d Ex-Officio Clerk of the
Coul~cil of the Ciy of Bakersfield, California
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., June 3, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend A. Henry
Robertson of the Saint Paul Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Thomas,
Rogers,
Absent: None
Minutes
Bleecker,
Strong
Heisey, Medders,
of the regular meeting of May 20, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. John Eastridge, President of the Bakersfield and
Kern County Builders' Exchange, read a communication from that
organization supporting the purchase by the City of Bakersfield of
all water interests from Tenneco West, Inc. in settlement of
litigation.
The Council thanked the Bakersfield and Kern County
Builders' Exchange for their support. Upon a motion by Council-
man Heisey, the communication was received and ordered placed on
file and copies to be forwarded to the Kern County Water Agency
and Board of Supervisors.
Correspondence.
Communication from Gerald Stricker, owner of Rose Yardage
Shop, 2010 Chester Avenue, commending the Fire and Police Depart-
ments for their actions in regards to a fire at that place of
business on May 21, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
Maurice J. McDonald, 3700 Century Drive, requesting that a special
tax be levied on bicycles to meet the cost and upkeep of the
proposed bicycle paths, was received and referred to the Traffic
Authority.
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Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 2
Communication from the League of California Cities
requesting the support of Assembly Bill 3924 authorizing City
Councils and Boards of Supervisors to levy a 5% Tippier's Tax,
which will be heard by the Assembly Committee on Revenue and
Taxation on June 10, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the Mayor was
instructed to prepare necessary communiation to Assemblyman
Raymond Gonzales, who is a member of
Revenue and Taxation, expressing the
by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker,
Noes: Councilman Heisey
Absent: None
hearing
the Assembly Committee on
Council's opposition to AB3924,
Medders, Rogers, Strong
Council Statements.
City Manager Bergen stated that in regards to the continued
on application of Berdell L. Dickinson for a zone change
from R-1 (One Family Dwelling) Zone to a P.U.D. (Planned Unit
Development) Zone and zoning upon annexation of a portion of
Panorama No. 1 Annexation to a P.U.D., the developer has requested
that the P.U.D. be withdrawn and the zoning upon annexation be zoned
Reports.
Councilman Medders, Chairman of the Budget Review and
Finance Committee, read a report regardin g Location of New Police
Facility, as follows:
Several months ago this Committee informed the
Council of a problem regarding the location of
the new police building. As we pointed out at
that time the owner of some of the property
located on the proposed site was unwilling to
negotiate a settlement out of court, which has
made it necessary for the City to proceed with
condemnation action. This procedure could delay
construction for approximately a year and one half.
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 3
321
With building costs increasing substantially
from day ~day, if is this Connniftee's opinion
that the City should move ahead with this
project as soon as possible. The architect
and the Chief of Police have informed us that
strategically the building could be faced on
Eye Street without any problems.
We are, therefore, recommending that the Council
approve this concept and instruct the staff to
proceed with the project immediately.
Councilman Medders moved that the report of the Budget
Review and Finance Committee, regarding location of the New Police
Facility, be accepted and referred to the Planning Commission for
review and recommendation.
City Attorney Hoagland explained the steps that have
been taken in regards to the condemnation proceedings for the
acquisition of property located on the southeast corner of Truxtun
Avenue and "H" Street.
Mr. Robert Stuhr, Architect for the new Police Facility,
stated that the only added expense in facing this facility on Eye
Street rather than Truxtun Avenue would be in redesign of the site
plan, utilities and vehicle maintenance facility and this cost
would be approximately $3,000.00 to $4,000.00.
After discussion, Councilman Medders' motion that the report
regarding location of the new Police Facility, be accepted and referred
to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation, was approved.
Councilman Strong voted in the negative on this motion.
Councilman Strong stated he wanted the record to show
that Dr. Sheldon, owner of the property located on the southeast
corner of Truxtun Avenue and "H" Street, has a legitimate right
to ask for and be compensated for out-of-pocket cost and relocation
expenses. It is a request that anyone in business would make, and
I am not sure, at this time, that this request has been given due
consideration.
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 4
recognize
ethics amongst attorneys preclude
with the client of the attorney.
made, both reputable, and a third
City Attorney Hoagland stated that the Council should
that once a property owner hires an attorney, canons of
them from negotiating directly
The City has had two appraisals
is now in progress. The response
from Dr. Sheldon was of his own doing, without benefit of appraisal.
Dr. Sheldon was talking about things that were not compensable in
a court of law. There isn't anything further that the City can do
except give in to their demands and I am unwilling to recommend
that, as our appraisals do not show that it is warranted.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3567 to 3679,
inclusive, in amount of $189,900.19.
(b) Claim for personal injuries from Birute
Maria Prakapas, 14 Thelma Drive. (Refer
to City Attorney)
(c) Map of Tract No. 3680 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein -
located south of Wilson Road and easterly
of New Stine Road.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b) and
(c) of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas,
Noes: None
Absent: None
lack of
forms.
Forms
other
contract.
Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Action on Bids.
Councilman Bleecker questioned the staff regarding the
response to the requests to bid on printing of special
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, bid of Moore Business
for Annual Contract Printing Special Forms, was accepted, the
bid rejected and the Mayor was authorized to execute the
Councilman Bleecker voted in the negative on this motion.
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 5
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, low bid of P. R.
Field, Inc., forconstruction of curb and gutter along Oak Street
between Palm Street and Brundage Lane, was accepted, all other bids
rejected and the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, sale of surplus real
property, Lot 17, Tract 35 (2619 Agate Street), to Mr. & Mrs. G.
Mason for $3,675.00, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to
execute the Quitclaim Deed.
New Business.
Approval of Contract with Panama School
District for Community Recreation Program.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Contract with
Panama School District for Community Recreation Program, was
approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Approval of Contract for Transportation
between the City of Bakersfield and the
Bakersfield City School District.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Contract between the
City of Bakersfield and the Bakersfield City School District for
transporting boys and girls from various parks and playgrounds to
Camp Okihi, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute
same.
Adoption of Resolution No. 39-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakers-
field requesting extension of time
within which to adopt a Seismic Safety
Element, a Noise Element, a Scenic
Highway, Element and a Safety Element
of the General Plan.
After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Medders,
Resolution No. 39-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield
requesting extension of time within which to adopt a Seismic
Safety Element, a Noise Element, a Scenic Highway Element and a
Safety Element of the General Plan, was adopted by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
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Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 6
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Adoption of Resolution No. 40-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Resolution No. 13-74, pro-
viding for the filing of Notices of
Exemption.
New Environmental Cuidelines permit the City or the
applicant to file a Notice of Exemption when the project is
ministerial, categorically exempt or an emergency project. This
resolution implements the State Guidelines. If a Notice of
Exemption is not filed, a 180-day statute of limitations applies
to such projects. If such Notice of Exemption is filed, the project
will be covered by a 35-day statute of limitations.
After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Thomas,
Resolution No. 40-74 of the Council of the City of Bakers~eld
amending Resolution No. 13-74, providing for the filing of Notices
of Exemption, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
None
None
Mayor Hart left the meeting at this time.
Hearings.
set for continued public hearing before
Bakersfield to zone upon annexation to
This is the time
the Council of the City of
a P.U.D. (Planned Unit Development), or more restrictive, Zone,
that certain property in the County of Kern located easterly of
Columbus Street between the City Landfill on the north and the
easterly extension of University Avenue, and known as a portion of
Panorama No. 1 Annexation; and also this is the time set for
continued public hearing on application of Berdell L. Dickinson
to amend the zoning boundaries from an R-1 (One Family Dwelling)
Zone to a P.U.D. (Planned Unit Development), or more restrictive,
Zone, that certain property in the City of Bakersfield located on
the southeast corner of Columbus Street and Panorama Drive.
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 7
recommends the
annexation and
withdrawn.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property
posted and the property owners notified as required by law.
Betdell L. Dickinson has made the following written
request to the Council:
(1) That the area requested for P.U.D. zoning
within the Panorama No. 1 Annexation be
zoned R-l, upon annexation.
(2) That the application for rezoning of the
area on the southeast corner of Columbus
Street and Panorama Drive from R-1 to
P.U.D., be withdrawn.
An environmental assessment was made and a negative
declaration was filed and posted in City Hall on April 2, 1974.
Pursuant to Mr. Dickinson's request the Planning Director
area proposed for P.U.D. zoning be zoned R-1 upon
the application for rezoning from R-1 to P.U.D. be
Vice-Mayor Heisey declared the hearing open for public
participation. No protests or objections being received, the
public portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation
and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, Ordinance No. 2193
New Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Chapter 17.12 of the
Municipal Code and finding that such amendment is consistent with
the General Plan, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, request for withdrawal
~f application by Berdell L. Dickinson for rezoning from R-1 to
P.U.D., Zone, without prejudice, was approved.
This is the time for continued hearing before the Council[
for hearing of protests, objections or appeals in respect to the
diagram, assessment and work done in Public Improvement District
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Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 8
No. 889~ (construction of curb and gutters, sidewalks, driveway
approaches and necessary drainage facilities along Cherry Street
and Dracena Street between Pine Street and Beech Street; and along
a portion of Beech Street, Myrtle Street and Pine Street between
Palm Street and Chester Lane) pursuant to Resolution of Intention
No. 889 and the Improvement Act of 1911.
The public portion of this hearing was closed at the
Council Meeting of May 13, 1974.
Mrs. Pasco submitted a letter to the Council regarding
a ~eport on the O'Hare property.
A brief recess was declared at this time.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, the public portion
of the hearing on Public Improvement District No. 889 was reopened
by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
Mrs. Raymond Pascoe, representing her mother, Mrs. Sara
O'Hare, stated that this hearing, in regards to Public Improvement
District No. 889, was continued for the purpose of resolving the
right of way problems with the O'Hare property, and this has not
been done. Mrs. Pascoe requested that the Council postpone action
on the assessment list until such time as the City staff can resolve
this problem.
The Council and Mrs. Pascoe engaged in a lengthy discussion
trying to clarify some of the points brought out in Mrs. Pascoe's
statement.
Mrs. Peggy Long, 313 Pilot Street, representing Mrs. Sara
O'Hare, stated that the property the City is trying to take away
from the O'Hare's is over 6,300 square feet and it is hoped that
the Council will be fair in their settlement.
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 9
327
Mr. Jim Alfter, contractor for Public Improvement District
No. 889, stated that he cannot receive payment on the work performed
until the Council approves the assessment list and the O'Hare pro-
blem has nothing to do with the assessments.
The Public Works Department contacted Mr. Alfter requesting
that a list of the total cost of the District would be required,
and Mr. Alffer complied with this request.
After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the
public portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation
and action.
After discussion, upon a motion by Councilman Thomas,
Resolution No. 41-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, providing for contribution of part of the cost of ex-
penses of certain work completed in Public Improvement District No. 889,
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Resolution No. 42-74
of the Council of the City of Bak~ sfi~d, California, making deter-
minations and confirming assessment of the cost of doing the work
ordered pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 889, was adopted by
the following roll call votes:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Heisey, Medders, Rogers
Noes: Councilmen Bleecker, Strong
Absent: None
Councilman Thomas moved that the right of way problem
with the O'Hare property be referred to the Budget Review and Finance
Coraraittee for recommendation and report back to the Council.
Councilman Bleecker offered a substitute motion that the
right of way problem with the O'Hare property be referred to the
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Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 10
Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee for recommendation
and report back to the Council. The substitute motion was unan-
imously approved.
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by Tenneco Realty Development Corporation to amend the zoning
boundaries from an R-1 (One Family Dwelling) Zone to a P.U.D.
(Planned Unit Development), or more restrictive, Zone, that certain,
property in the City of Bakefield located on the west side of New
Stine Road between Demaret Avenue on the north side and Sarazen
Avenue on the south side.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property posted
and property owners notified as required by law.
The proposed P.U.D. plan consists of 25 single family
condominium units on 3.5 acres, or 6.098 square feet per unit.
The large open spaces provided by the Kern City Golf Course, and
the low density of the proposed development, assures that the project
will be compatible with the area and with the Land Use Element of
the General Plan.
An environment assessment was made and a negative declara-
tion filed in City Hall on April 19, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the proposed P.U.D. con-
sistent with the requirements of Chapter 17.51 of the Zoning
Ordinance and consistent with the General Plan and recommended
approval.
Vice-Mayor Heisey declared the hearing open for public
participation. No protests or objections were received. Mr. Chuck
Tolfree was present as a representative of Tenneco Realty Develop-
ment Corporation, the applicant for theproposed zone change.
The public portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliber~
ation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Ordinance No. 2194
New Series amending Section 17.12.020 of Title 17 of the Municipal
Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 11
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Demaret Avenue on the
side and find:
(a)
Code changing the Land Use Zoning of that certain land in the City
of Bakersfield located on the west side of New Stine Road between
aorth side and Sarazen Avenue on the south
That the applicant intends to start
construction within two and one-half (2½)
years from effective date of the zone change;
(b) That the proposed P.U.D. substantially
conforms to the General Plan;
(c) That, in case of residential development
that such development will constitute a
residential environment of sustained
desirability and stability, and that it
will be in harmony with the character of
the surrounding neighborhood and community;
(d) That the development of a harmonious,
integrated plan justifies exceptions from
the normal application of this code;
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
This is the time set for public hearing on application
by Donald M. Moody to amend the zoning boundaries from an
(Agricultural) Zone to an R-1-CH (One Family Dwelling - Church),
or more restrictive, Zone, that certain property in the City of
Bakersfield commonly known as 3700 Stine Road.
This hearing has been duly advertised, the property
posted and property owners notified as required by law.
This property contains 2.95 acres and is located on the
east side of Stine Road, a major highway on the City's Street and
Highway Plan, approximately 300 feet north of White Lane.
The surrounding properties are zoned for agricultural
and residential uses. The proposed use of subject property for
a church would be consistent with the Land Use Element of the
General Plan and would be compatible with the existing and proposed
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Bakersfield, California, June 3, 1974 - Page 12
development of adjacent residenttally zoned properties.
An environmental impact evaluation was made and a negative
declaration was posted in City Hall on May 3, 1974.
The Planning Commission found the zone change consistent
with the General Plan and recommended approval.
Vice-Mayor Heisey declared the hearing open for public
participation. No protests or objections were received. Mrs.
Donald M. Moody, the applicant, was present in the audience. The
public portion of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation
and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Ordinance No. 2195
New Series amending Title Seventeen of the Municipal Code by changing
the Land Use Zoning of that certain property in theCity of Bakers-
field commonly known as 3700 Stine Road and finding that such
amendment is consistent with the General Plan, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Thomas, Bleecker, Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong
Noes: None
Absent: None
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, reports of Arthur
D. Little, Inc., entitled Classification & Compensation Study, Volume
I and Departmental Organization & Administration, Volume II, were
received and ordered placed on file.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
ATTEST:
CITY C~ERK and ~-Of~icio Clerk of the Council
of th~ City of Bake~field, California
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Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., June 10, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Councilman Donald A.
Rogers.
Present:
Absent:
approved
negative
minutes.
to attend
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Mayor Hart Councilmen Bleecker, Heisey (seated at 8:45
P.M.), Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas
None
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 3, 1974 were
as corrected.
Councilman Bleecker stated that Council explanations
votes on motions should be briefly summarized in the
for
Council Statements.
Councilmen Thomas and Rogers apologized for being unable
the Dedication Ceremonies for the California Avenue Park
Neighborhood Facility held this afternoon.
Reports.
Councilman Rogers, member of the Legislative Committee
read Legislative Report No. 8, as follows:
SB 1816 (Ayala, Stiern, Stull). This bill
would provide an appeal procedure from the
decisions of LAFCO to the Board of Supervisors.
This bill would emasculate the Commission and
render its effectiveness a nullity. Every
annexation could be appealed to the Board of
Supervisors, even by the County itself.
If the two members representing t~ Board of
Supervisors voted against a proposition while
sitting as members of LAFCO, it seems apparent
that they would vote against the proposition
as members of the Board of Supervisors. Thus~
it would take only one additional member of the
Board to kill an annexation.
The bill is ill-conceived, unfair to the cities,
and is likely to cause a great deal of ill
feeling in the county.
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Bakersfield, California, June 10, 1974 - Page 2
It should be vigorously opposed, and that is
the recommendation of the Legislative Committee.
Letters of protest should be sent to the
Senators involved, as well as to members of the
Senate Local Government Committee.
Councilman Rogers moved that the Mayor be requested to
prepare necessary communications To Senators Ayala, Stiern and
Stull, members of the Senate Local Government Committee and members
of the Kern County Local Agency Formation Commission, expressing
the Council's opposition to SB 1816.
Councilman Bleecker stated t~t there is another item of
pending legislation, SB 2177, which would prohibit the full Council
from meeting with the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee
in Executive Session and due to the lack of time action should be
taken immediately. Councilman Bleecker summarized SB 2177, as
follows:
Brown Act. Executive Sessions Limited. SB 2177
(Moscone) would amend the Brown Act, public
meeting law, to eliminate the right of a governing
body to hold executive sessions with its desig-
nated representative in order to discuss the
authority of the designated representative in
pending labor negotiations. It would further
limit the existing authority of the governing
body in connection with appointment or dis-
missal executive sessions to those considering
the appointment or employment (not dismissal)
of a person who at the time of the meeting is
neither performing services for nor employed by
the city.
SB 2177 will be heard by the Senate Committee
on Government Organization on June 13 and
immediate opposition is requested.
Councilman Bleecker moved that the Mayor be requested to
prepare necessary communications to members of the Senate Committee
on Governmental Organization, expressing the Council's opposition
to SB 2177.
Councilman Rogers' motion that the Mayor be requested to
prepare necessary communications to Senators Ayala, Stiern and
Stull, members of the Senate Local Government Committee and members
of the Kern County Local Agency Formation Commission, expresing
the Council's opposition to SB 1816, was unanimously approved.
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Councilman Bleecker's moti~ that the Mayor be requested
to prepare necessary communications to members of the Senate
Committee on Governmental Organization, expressing the Council's
opposition to SB 2177, was unanimously approved.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3680 to 3742,
inclusive, in amount of $92,987.12.
(b)
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
W~rk on resurfacing portions of South "K"
Street, South Eye Street, Antonia Way and
Dorian Dirve - Contract No. 73-96 with
Griffith Company.
(c)
Notice of Completion and Acceptance of
Work on resurfacing "N" Street between
15th Street and Truxtun Avenue; Beale
Avenue between Monterey Street and Grace
Street; Fremont Street between Bradley
Street and Ming Avenue; Bucknell Street
between University Avenue and Telegraph
Avenue - Contract No. 73-107 with Griffith
Company.
(d)
Adoption of Resolution No. 43-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Tract No. 3722, located westerly
of Union Avenue, northerly of White Lane
and easterly of Pontiac Street.
(e)
Adoption of Resolution No. 44-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision
Tentative Tract No. 3724, located easterly
of Actis Raod and southerly of Hahn Avenue.
(f)
Adoption of Resolution No. 45-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Tract No. 3728, located west of
Wilson Road extension and west of New
Stine Road.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), (c),
(d), (e) and (f) of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Heisey
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Action on Bids.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, low bid of Kern
Sprinkler Company, Inc. for construction of Automatic Sprinkler
Syster at Grissom Park, was accepted, the other bids rejected and
the Mayor was authorized to execute the contract.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, low bid of Frank
Terry Construction Company for consfruction of Utility Building
and Tower Footings for Radio Communication Facility at City Sanitary
Landfill, was accepted, the other bids rejected and the Mayor was
authorized to execute the contract.
Old Business.
Councilman Bleecker commented on the recent lack of
response and bidders on various items that have been put out to
bid and a comment he received from a local businessman who expressed
his interest in bidding on the printing of special forms, but was
not sent a request to bid by the City.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the Governmental
Efficiency and Personnel Committee was instructed to investigate
the City of Bakersfield's bidding process in regards to whom the
requests to bid are sent and how they are handled.
New Business.
Adoption of Resolution No. 46-74
fixing the time of meetings of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
during the months of June, July,
August and September of 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Resolution No. 46-74
fixing the time of meetings of the Coincil of the City of Bakers-
field during the months of June, July, August
was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Medders, Rogers,
Noes: None
and September of 1974,
Strong, Thomas
Absent: Councilman Heisey
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Approval of Agreement between the
City and Bakersfield Swim Club for
operation of Concession Stand at
Jefferson Park for four days in Jyly.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Agreement between
the City and Bakersfield Swim Club for operation of a Concession
Stand at Jefferson Park for four days in July, was approved
the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
and
Approval of Cooperative Agreement
between the City of Bakersfield and
the County of Kern.
Upon a motion by Councilman Rogers, Cooperative Agreement
between the City of Bakersfield and the County of Kern providing
for a joint project to construct a storm drain system in northeast
Bakersfield, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute
same.
Hearings.
This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
on R~solution of Intention No. 897 of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, declaring its intention to order the abandonment of
the Dedication of Vehicular Access Rights from Lots 1, 2, 3 and 5
2523, City of Bakersfield. This hearing has been duly
of Tract
posted.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
pation. No protests or objections were received. Mr. Gerald Ladd,
representative of Tenneco Realty Development Corporation, the
applicant, was present in the audience. The public portion of the
hearing was closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Resolution No. 47-74
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield ordering the abandonment
of the Dedication of Vehicular Access Rights from Lots l, 2, 3 and 5
of Tract 2523, City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Heisey
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This is the time set for public hearing before the Council
on Phase I of the 1974 Weed Abatement Program. All lots have been
posted and owners notified by certified mail.
Mayor Hart declared the hearing open for public partici-
patton. No protests or objections being received, the public portion
of the hearing was closed for Council deliberation and action.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Resolution No. 48-74
finding that certain Weeds growing on properties in the City of
Bakersfield constitute a public nuisance and directing the Superin-
fendent of Streets to destroy said Weeds, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bleecker, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas
Noes: None
Absent: Councilman Heisey
A brief recess was declared at this time.
Councilman Heisey, Chairman of the Water and City Growth
Committee, read a report regarding a Proposed Water Supply During
1974 for Improvement District No. 4 from the City of Bakersfield,
as follows:
It is proposed that a water supply from Kern
River would be made available from /he City of
Bakersfield to Improvement District No. 4 from
our Kern River sources during 1974. T~e City
will make this water supply available for
percolation into the underground w~ bin the
Kern County Water Agency Improvement District
No. 4. The water would be spread into the river
channel and, if necessary, in any canals in
Improvement District No. 4. All such water
would be spread at times that there would not
otherwise be water in the river or in the canals.
The cost of this water would be $6.00 per acre
foot which would include all costs associated
with the delivery, measurement and operation
to accomplish the objective of groundwater
replenishment. Up to 60,000 acre feet of water
would be made available, however, the actual
amount delivered would be dependent upon the
absorptive capacity of the river channel and
canal systems. All operating costs associated
with the delivery of the water to the under-
ground would be covered in the aforementioned
charge. The actual physical operation would be
conducted by Kern County Canal and Water Company
in behalf of the City of Bakersfield. This
oFration could be initiated immediately and
would be conducted for the remainder of the
1974 calendar year.
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33'7
During t~ year 1973, the Kern County Water
Agency made arrangements to replenish the
underground to the extent of 79.642 acre feet.
Therefore, with the success of that program,
together with the 7,500 acre feet of water that
the Kern County Water Agency has made arrange-
ments to place into Improvement District No. 4
during 1974, there should be a very positive
effect upon the underground water supply within
and adjacent to Improvement District No. 4.
This program will be one more demonstration of
the City's positive program for the benefit of
the total community. The city water committee
firmly believes that a positive program of
action on a prompt basis as illustrated above
is the type that will produce the overall
greater benefit to the entire county. Programs
such as this should be of substantial economic
benefit to the City and surrounding areas as
contrasted to spending large amounts of money
in legal fights and in the court arena.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, report of the Water
and City Growth Committee regarding a Proposed Water Supply During
1974 for Improvement District No. 4 from the Ci~ of Bakersfield,
was approved and the City Manager was instructed to contact the
Kern County Water Agency and negotiate the program as outlined in
the report.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Medders, the meeting was
adjourned at
8:55 P.M.
ATTEST:
CI K cio Clerk of the Council
of/the 0it, of B? field, California
ma
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Bakersfield, California, June 17, 1974
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., June 17, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Berent
Knutsen of the Bethel Temple.
The City Clerk called the roll
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Heisey,
Absent: None
Thomas,
as follows:
Medders, Rogers,
Bleecker
Strong,
for the Council's and Mayor's personal
by Councilman Thomas, communication from
Department of Transportation, regarding
a Cost Effectiveness Study, which was received and ordered placed
on file at the Council meeting of May 13, 1974, was referred to
the Planning Commission for study.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, communication from
Bakersfield High School requesting the abandonment of an alley
located between 13th Street and California, on the north and south
sides, and "H" Street and "G" Street on the east and west sides,
was received and referred to the City Planning Commission.
letter will be retained
files.
Upon a motion
the State of California,
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 10, 1974 were
approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mrs. Ann Monroe, 236 North Stine Road, addressed the
Council regarding the Good Government Committee and the City's
purchase of Kern River Water from Tenneco West, Inc.
Correspondence.
Mayor Hart asked the City Attorney about a letter
regarding a personnel matter. City Attorney Hoagland stated
personnel matters other than the two Council appointments (City
Manager and City Attorney) should be dealt with through the chain
of command and not on the Council floor. Mayor Hart stated the
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Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, communication from
Mrs. Juanira Harmon, 819 - 6th Street, requesting a swimming pool
and tennis court for Lowell Park, was received and held over for
consideration during budget sessions.
Council Statements.
Councilman Rogers presented the Mayor with a U.S. Flag
that was given to the City at the opening ceremonies of the 54th
Annual State Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars held at
the Civic Auditorium on Sunday, June 16, 1974.
Councilman Heisey stated that in bringing the City's
water program to a conclusion the staff is forming a nonprofit
corporation called the City of Bakersfield's Water Facilities
Corporation and the Water Committee asked that he contact three
responsible bankers in this area to serve as a Board for the pur-
pose of receiving revenue and in turn disbursing it to the trustees
of the bond holders.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Mr. Rayburn S.
Dezember, President of American National Bank, Mr. David Q.
Vordermark, President of California Republic Bank, and Mr. M. James
Sughrue, Manager of Kern County Mutual Savings and Loan Association,
were appointed to serve on the Board of the City of Bakersfield's
Water Facilities Corporation, a nonprofit organization.
Councilman Heisey stated that there has been a rash of
strong-arm robberies, especially of elderly persons, and requested
the news media to alert the public to be more vigilant and take an
active part in assisting the victims.
Reports.
Councilman Medders commended the American Federation of
Musicians, Local 263, and the Bakersfield Recreation Department
for the band concerts being held in Beale Park during the summer
months and urged the public to attend.
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Councilman Medders read a report from the Public Works
Department regarding Bicycle Paths, as follows:
The Department of Public Works and the Traffic
Division of the Police Department have met with
the County Road Commissioner to determine the
feasibility and cost of providing an improved
bicycle access along Stockdale Highway from Real
Road to the California State Bakersfield campus.
A bicycle access can be provided by eliminating
parking on both sides of the highway and con-
structing a paved shoulder where necessary. We
have contacted the developed property owners
who might be affected and there appeared to be
little opposition to the proposal to eliminate
parking.
The Board of Supervisors has authorized the Road
Commissioner to implement the proposal in the
County area as soon as the City reaches a decision.
The following items should be considered prior to
making a decision.
Cost to the City is estimated at $5,200 -
$1,000 for signs
4,200 for paving.
Funds are available in the major street
improvement fund for this work.
Enter into an agreement with the County
for the distribution of the paving costs.
The County would administer the paving
work since they have a contractor who
will be working in the area.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, report from the
Public Works Department regarding Bicycle Paths was approved,
authorizing the expenditure of $5,200.00 and enter into an
agreement with the County of Kern for distribution of the paving
costs.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3743 to 3805,
inclusive, in amount of $79,136.23.
(b)
Claim for money damages from Robert
McCubbin, 272 Taylor Drive, South San
Francisco. (Refer to City Attorney)
(c)
Request from Manuel Ybarra, Sewer Main-
tenanceman, for a 30-day medical leave
without pay beginning June 13, 1974.
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(d)
Grant of easemenf for sewer line purposes
from Elmer F. Karpe, Inc. - providing a
20 foot strip of land from McDonald Way
easterly through tentative Tract No. 3710
and a 20 foot strip of land within tentative
Tract No. 3673.
(e)
Sewer Easements from Jack Jost and Bonnie
Jost - providing a 10 foot strip of land
from Panorama Drive north to Tract No. 3679
and a 20 foot strip of land within Tract No.
3679.
(f)
Map of Tract No. 3679 and Contract and
Specifications for improvements therein -
located north of Panorama Drive and east
of Wenatchee Street, being the northerly
extension of Boise Street.
(g)
Plans and Specifications for construction
of two Lighted Tennis Courts at Wayside
Park.
Upon a motion by Councilman Strong, Items (a), (b), (c),
(d), (e), (f) and (g) of the Consent Calendar, were adopted by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas,
Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: None
Action on Bids.
Councilman Medders moved to accept the low bid of Acme
Rotary Broom Service for Annual Contract - Street Sweeper Brooms
and Deflectors, reject the other bids and authorize the Mayor to
execute the Contract.
Councilman Bleecker questioned the staff regarding
incomplete bids and accepting portions of bids to possibly save
the City money.
Councilman Medders' motion to accept the low bid of Acme
Rotary Broom Service for Annual Contract - Streef Sweeper Brooms
and Deflectors, reject the other bids and authorize the Mayor to
execute the Contract, was approved. Councilman Bleecker voted in
the negative on this motion.
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Councilman Rogers moved to accept the low bid of Desert
Construction Company of Victorville for construction of Storm
Drains in portions of Columbus Street, Mr. Vernon Avenue,
Wenatchee Street and Akers Road, reject the other bid and authorize
the Mayor to execute the contract and authorization be granted to
transfer funds in the amount
tingency Fund to Account No.
the amount budgeted.
of $9,300.00 from the Council's Con-
25-795-9400, as this project exceeds
During discussion Councilman Bleecker stated he would
like to remind the Council that if inflation keeps going at this
rate they will have to limit projects in the Capital Improvement
Budget as the City cannot go on spending over the estimates without
raising taxes.
Councilman Rogers' motion to accept the low bid of Desert
Construction Company of Victorville for construction of Storm
Drains in portions of Columbus Street, Mr. Vernon Avenue, Wenatchee
Street and Akers Road, reject the other bid and authorize the
Mayor to execute the contract and authorization be granted to
transfer funds in the amount of $9,300.00 from the Council's Con-
tingency Fund to Account No. 25-795-9400, was approved.
New Business.
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
adding Section 17.14.030 to Chapter
17.14 of the Municipal Code, providing
for the R-S-2-½A Zone within the City
of Bakersfield.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield adding Section 17.14.030 to
Chapter 17.14 of the Municipal Code, providing for the R-S-2-½A
Zone within the City of Bakersfield.
Uses and regulations of the proposed R-S-2-½A (Resi-
dential Suburban Two and One-Half Acre Minimum Lot Size) Zone
shall be the same as the R-1 and R-S Zones, with the exception
that the minimum lot size shall not be less than two and one-half
(2½) acres.
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Approval of Agreement with Pacific
Gas & Electric Co. for installation
of electrical service for Oswell Street
sewage diversion and flow measuring
structure.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Agreement with
Pacific Gas & Electric Company for installation of electrical
service for Oswell Street sewage diversion and flow measuring
approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute
structure, was
same.
Approval of Extension of Lease of
Dog Pound to the County of Kern.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Extension of Lease
of the Dog Pound to the County of Kern to June 30, 1975, was
approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute same.
Adoption of Resolution No. 49-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield
suspending the operation of Contract
to construct Irrigation Line.
Ray Anderson, Continental Contractors, was notified on
May 7, 1974, that he was required to comply fully with his contract
to construct the irrigation line on the sewer farm, no later than
June 5, 1974, and was advised that if he neglecte~ or refused to
comply that the City Council may suspend the operation 6f the
contract. Public Works advises that he has not complied, that the
line still leaks. This resolution would suspend the operation of
the contract in accordance with the terms of the contract; it would
terminate the contractor's control of the contract and authorize
Public Works to complete the work and would forfeit to the City
all money retained under the terms of the contract; if such sum is
insufficient, the excess would be charged to the contractor and
surety; if such sum is too much, the contractor would be credited
with the surplus.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Resolution No.
49-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield suspending the
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operation of Contract to construct
by the following roll call vote:
Ayes:
Irrigation Line, was adopted
Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas,
Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: None
Recess until Tuesday, June 18, 1974
There being no further business to come before the
Council at this time, upon a motion by Councilman Medders the
regular Council meeting was recessed at 8:45 P.
June 18, 1974, at 7:00 P.M.
City of
M. until Tuesday,
Bakersfield, Calif.
ATTEST:
CIT~LERK and Ex-~Officxo Clerk of the Council
of the City of B~ersfield, California
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Minutes of the recessed meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 7:00 P.M., June 18, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong,
Thomas (seated at 7:05 P.M.), Bleecker
Councilman Heisey, Chairman of the Water and City Growth
Committee, read the following Resolution into the record:
Resolution No. 50-74
A Resolution of the City Council of
the City of Bakersfield reciting and
spreading on the Minutes of the City,
actions taken during the meetings of
July 30, 1973 and December 17, 1973.
WHEREAS, the City of Bakersfield brought an
action against Kern County Land Company and other
river interests, being action No. 111404 Superior
Court, for a declaration of rights on the Kern
River; and
WHEREAS, said action was filed September 29,
1970; and
WHEREAS, since the filing of the action,
negotiations took place with officials of the City
of Bakersfield and officials of Tenneco West, Inc.,
the successor to Kern County Land Company, for a
possible settlement of a very complex lawsuit; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with law, the Council
met July 30, 1973, in executive session to discuss
the litigation and a proposed settlement of a law-
suit; and
WHEREAS, at said meeting the City Council
was apprised of all the facets of the litigation
by the City staff, including the advantages and
disadvantages of continuing litigation and the
advantages and disadvantages of settlement of the
lawsuit, by the City staff and consultants to the
City on water matters; and
WHEREAS, it appeared to the City Council to
be advantageous to the City and its residents and
taxpayers to affect a settlement of the lawsuit,
the Council in executive session unanimously took
the following actions:
Approved a settlement of the lawsuit by
acquisition of Tenneco West Inc. water
rights for 17.9 million dollars.
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Authorized the staff and the City's Water
and Growth Committee to work out the
details of financing and payment.
Authorized employment of special bond
counsel and financial consultant to
perfect the settlement; and
WHEREAS, certain details of the settlement of
the lawsuit were arrived at, as authorized, in a
Memorandum of Understanding dated November 9, 1973,
signed by Jack Fox, Vice President of Tenneco West
Inc. and Kenneth W. Hoagland, City Attorney, the
City Council met in executive session relative to
the litigation on December 17, 1973; and
WHEREAS, at said meeting a discussion was had
as to the necessities'of bringing to a conclusion
and finalization of the settlement, the City Council
unanimously took the following actions:
1. Authorized preparation of an Environmental
Impact Statement relative to the acquisition.
Approved the transfer of Tenneco West water
rights to the City as outlined in the Memo-
randum of Understanding, dated November 9,
1973.
Authorized the staff to proceed with the
formal contract and financing plan with
other actions necessary to the finalization
of the formal plan; and
WHEREAS, since that time the County Counsel of the
County of Kern, either with authorization or without
authorization, has, through the news media and the
courts, attempted to invalidate the settlement of the
lawsuit, resulting in the acquisition of Tenneco West
Inc.'s water rights; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, through its Water and
Growth Committee, has repeatedly assured the County of
Kern that its contracts for recreational water will be
honored and extended and that additional recreational
water for Lake Isabella and even the Buena Vista
Aquatic Park, if it isn't abandoned, could be made
available; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council
to set the record straight in answer to the distortions
of the County Counsel, respecting the City's acquisition
of Tenneco West Inc.'s water rights.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council
of the City of Bakersfield as follows:
The above recitations are a true account
of the meetings of July 30, 1973, and
December 17, 1973.
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That this Resolution be publicized and
disseminated in order to inform the
public and the courts of the true state
of the actions taken by the City Council
as opposed to the irresponsible statements
of others.
Upon a motion by Councilman Heisey, Resolution No.
50-74 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield reciting and
spreading on the Minutes of the City, actions taken during the
meetings of July 30, 1973 and December 17, 1973, was adopted by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Heisey, Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas,
Bleecker
Noes: None
Absent: None
Reception of Certificate of County
Clerk of Results of Consolidated
Primary Election for the Office of
Councilman of the 7th Ward in the
City of Bakersfield, California,
held June 4, 1974.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Certificate of
County Clerk of Results of all Votes cast at the Special Municipal
Election for Councilman of the 7fh Ward held June 4, 1974, in the
City of Bakersfield, was received and ordered placed on file.
Total number of Registered Voters 4,676
Total number of Votes Cast 4,070
Total number of Votes Cast for James J. Barton 1,413
Total number of Votes Cast for Charles L. Reed 1,074
Newly Elected Council Member Sworn
in by Deputy City Clerk.
Deputy City Clerk Anderson administered the Oath of Office
to newly elected Councilman of the 7th Ward, James J. Barton.
Mayor Hart commented that in the process of being sworn
in, it is appropriate for the new members of the Council to make
statements to their constituency, if they so desire.
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Bakersfield, California, June 18, 1974 - Page 4
Councilman James Barton stated as follows:
I would like to publicly express my deep
appreciation to the voters and citizens of
the Seventh Ward for their support and con-
fidence in giving me the opportunity to
represent them on the City Council. I
therefore accept this Council seat in their
name and on their behalf.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:10 P.M.
MAYORI ity of Bakersfield,
Calif.
ATTEST:
CITY~ERK an~ Ex-O/~icio Clerk of the Council
of the City of Ba~gsfield, California
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Minutes of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, meeting in budget sessions at 7:10 P.M., June 18,
1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Mayor Hart. Councilmen Medders, Rogers,
Present:
Barton, Bleecker,
Absent: None
Strong, Thomas,
Heisey
Finance Director's Report on Revenues
and Summary of Balances, Revenues and
Budgets by Funds for 1974-75.
Finance Director D. L. Haynes stated that the "General
Tax Rate Category" is in fact the City's budget and totals
$15,579,605.00, which represents an increase of 12.83% over the
current year. The City has experienced a growth of 5.07% in value
of annexations and new building during 1973, and a growth in
population of approximately 2%. Higher costs and inflation account
for the remainder of the increase, somewhere between 7-3/4% and 10%.
As a reminder to the public who may not be familiar with
the City's budget customs, the Council must at this time work with
estimates only. The staff must estimate the amount of monies that
will be left over at the end of this fiscal year, the amount of
revenues expected during the coming year and expenditures for next
year. The estimated assessed valuation will be approximately
$205,000,000.00. The estimates printed in the "Preliminary Annual
Budget for the City of Bakersfield, 1974-75," were made a month or
more ago and will definitely change as the actual figures become
available. For instance, the sales tax payment received from
Sacramento late yesterday indicates that the City's carry-over
balance and next year's sales tax revenues will be better than
had been anticipated. The staff will know before the tax rate
deadline in August exactly what monies were left over at June 30,
1974 and the actual assessed valuations will be known at that time.
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The other items will remain estimates, but there will be a better
base for making those estimates in August.
Mr. Haynes then went through the Budget Summary section
of the Preliminary Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 1974-75 in detail.
Carry-over balances were increased by $200,000.00 in the General
Fund, and the estimated revenues of the General Fund for Fiscal
Year 1974-75 were increased by another $200,000.00.
City Manager Bergen stated that the Preliminary Budget
does not reflect possible changes that may result from the Work
Measurement Study that will be coming from Arthur D. Little, Inc.
the latter part of this month. Some of their recommendations
could be implemented prior to the August deadline.
Councilman Bleecker stated that the Work Measurement
Study could cause the budget to increase or decrease depending upon
whether or not the Council accepts the Arthur D. Little recommendations.
Councilman Medders, Chairman of the Budget Review and
Finance Committee, read a report on the subject of Operating Budget
For Fiscal Year 1974-75 and invited Council discussion and explana-
tions from the staff, as follows:
This committee has reviewed in detail the following:
1. Proposed 1974-75 Operating Budget
2. Adequacy of proposed 1974-75 restricted reserves
3. Proposed property tax rate for 1974-75
Operating Budget
The operating budget consists of operating expenses,
fixed asset purchases, and equipment replacement.
Operating expenses consist basically of materials,
supplies, utilities, etc. Fixed assets and equipment
replacement consist of departmental capital outlay
items, e.g., office equipment, automotive equipment,
etc. The operating budget does not include salaries
and supplemental wage benefits nor capital improve-
ment projects. The Governmental Efficiency and
Personnel Committee will make recommendations on
all salary matters at a later date. The entire City
Council will review the proposed Capital Improvement
Program which has been evaluated and recommended by
the Planning Commission.
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The departmental operating budgets have again been
prepared in a manner which reflects a truer cost
of providing the particular program. This is
accomplished by the inclusion in the budgets,
where applicable, of the following accounts:
(1) City Hall Maintenance Cost Allocation, Object
No. 5300, (2) Administrative Cost Allocation,
Object No. 5400, and (3) Rental Internal Organi-
zations, Object No. 6200.
Those programs which occupy office space within
City Hall reflect a share of the cost of main-
taining City Hall based on the square footage of
space occupies by each.
The administrative cost allocation entails an
allocation of the cost of staff programs to the
various line programs based on the percentage
that the cost of each line program bears to the
total cost of all line programs; the theory
being that staff programs are designed to provide
services to the line programs. The allocations
are, of course, deducted from the budgets of the
staff programs as "Costs Applied," Object No.
0001, so that the total city budget remains
unchanged. These staff programs include the City
Manager's Office, the City Attorney's Office, the
Finance Department, and the City Clerk's Office.
Examples of line programs would be police, fire,
public works, etc.
The Equipment Maintenance Division of the Public
Works Department provides a central equipment pool
for all departments except for Police and Fire.
All departments using this equipment are charged
a rental rate which reflects the total cost of
maintenance and a replacement allowance. This
rental charge is reflected in each using depart-
ment's budget under the account entitled "Rental
Internal Organizations," Object No. 6200. The
total rental charges are taken as a reduction in
the budget of the equipment maintenance program
as'~osts Applied," Object No. 0001, so that the
total city budget is not changed. For 1974-75,
these rental rates have been increased by l0 per-
cent to reflect the increased costs of fuel,
equipment parts, etc.
This committee is recommending approval of a
departmental operating budget for the fiscal
year 1974-75 of $3,770,745 or approximately 24.2
percent of the $15,579,605 general tax rate cate-
gory budget. (See attached summary of proposed
operating budget.) In view of its relative size
and nature of the items comprising it, it was
impossible to make significant reductions without
adversely affecting the level of service presently
provided.
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Many of the maintenance and operating account
requests, such as utilities and payments to out-
side refuse contractors, are difficult to reduce.
During the next fiscal year, these alone will
amount to approximately $876,000 or 23.2 percent
of the entire operating budget. Many other increases
in maintenance account requests are a result of the
high rate of inflation which is beyond our control.
This committee has looked closely at all departmen-
tal capital outlay requests. By establishing
priorities or deferring a few items, some budget
requests were reduced. In addition, in certain
areas we are recommending that requests for auto-
mobiles, both for replacement or additional, be
substituted with small compact pickup trucks for
economy and utility. These pickups will be used
by the City's building inspectors, and their current
automobiles would be transferred to the departments
requesting these new vehicles.
In order to assist in reviewing the individual
departmental operating budgets, the following sum-
mary of programs lists (1) the departmental oper-
ating budget amount this committee is recommending
which includes departmental capital outlay, (2)
the increase or decrease of our recommendation over
the amount approved last year, and, finally, (3)
pertinent comments about each of the various programs.
525 - CITY ATTORNEY - Operating Budget $138,729
Increase in Operating Budget $96,790
This increase results from budgeting $120,000 for
the City's consulting water attorney, Ralph Helm,
and transferring the$30,000 of consulting fees
for the City's attorney for redevelopment to the
budget of the newly created Community Development
Agency. During this fiscal year, the City will
expend approximately $70,000 for Mr. Helm. However,
all consulting fees in connection with the acquisi-
tion of water rights from Tenneco will be reimbursed
to the City from future water sales.
A small capital outlay item of $150 for an adding
machine is included in this budget.
510 - CITY COUNCIL - Operating Budget $83,000
Increase in Operating Budget $22,850
A request of $36,000 for fees for the City's con-
sulting water engineer, Tom Stetson, is included
in this budget. This represents a $21,000 increase
over last year. The City will expend approximately
$35,000 during this year for Mr. Stetson. As
previously described relating to Mr. Helm, these
fees will be reimbursed to the City.
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511 - COMMUNITY PROMOTION - Operating Budget $64,000
Less $35,000 Transferred to Civic Auditorium
Budget
No Change in Operating Budget other than above transfer
The major portion of this budget is expended through
two contracts with the Greater Bakersfield Chamber
of Commerce. One in the amount of $35,000 is for
the operation of the Convention Bureau. The other
in the amount of $20,000 is designated for Industrial
Promotion. The Committee recommends, however, that
the Convention Bureau costs be shown as an expense of
the Civic Auditorium.
516 - CITY CLERK - Operating Budget $36,262
Increase in Operating Budget $5,316
Of this request, $3,140 is attributable to a higher
request for stationery and office supplies. This is
caused by higher printing, paper, and postage costs.
Reimbursable expense includes $1,200 for a car
allowance for the recently approved position of
Assistant City Manager in charge of the City Clerk's
Office. This is being recommended in lieu of adding
another automobile. Other outside services include
an additional $600 for filing fees for annexations
to the State Board of Equalization. There are no
requests for capital outlay.
517 - CITY CLERK--ELECTIONS - Operating Budget $24,445
Increase in Operating Budget $21,445
During this fiscal year, the terms of three city
councilmen will expire. Funds must be provided to
hold nominating and run-off elections if they should
occur. As no councilmanic terms expired during this
fiscal year, no funds were budgeted for this purpose.
An additional $2,000 is being provided for any special
or annexation elections.
520 - CITY MANAGER - Operating Budget $50,469
Decrease in Operating Budget $8,672
The decrease primarily results from not budgeting
for a management consultant as in the current year's
budget. As a result of the City Council hiring the
Arthur D. Little Company for an efficiency study,
the funds budgeted in the current year were not
expended for this purpose. This decrease was off-
set by an increase in the internal equipment rental
charges in order to provide an automobile for the
recently created position of Deputy City Manager.
This budget contains a request for additional filing
cabinets with locks in the City Manager and Personnel
Offices.
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705 - CIVIC AUDITORIUM - Operating Budget $188,789
Plus $35,000 Transferred from Community
Promotion Budget
Increase in Operating Budget $24~451 plus above transfer
This increase is partially due to a higher request for
repairs by outside firms. These funds are necessary
to make needed repairs to the annex buildings for
additional storage of equipment and provide the addi-
tional funds to construct an overhang over the out-
side cooking area. Funds budgeted this year were not
adequate to construct this overhang.
We should be aware that the Auditorium is now over
twelve years old, and we can expect that a replacement
program, as well as upgrading of facilities and equip-
ment, is necessary to be competitive.
Departmental capital outlay requests are $51,315 or
$15,470 higher than last year. The increase is
primarily due to the replacement of the original arena
dimmers at a cost of $21,000. Other capital outlay
items include arc spotlights, various stage lighting
instruments, a 16mm projector, and amplifier replace-
ments.
Councilman Rogers stated that last Sunday, June 16, 1974
the Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars made the comment that
the Civic Auditorium was the finest building that he had ever seen
for that type of convention and they were extremely pleased with
the facilities that were offered.
706 - CITY HALL MAINTENANCE - Operating Budget $41,300
Increase in Operating Budget $3,725
This budget reflects a $2,000 increase in utility
charges and a small increase in the request for
elevator service.
Capital outlay requests, of which there were none
in the current year, total $1,250. Of this, $700
is budgeted for the replacement of a 15-year-old
wet vacuum, and $500 for replacing very old and
deteriorated drapes in the public Works Department.
707 - CUNNINGHAM ART GALLERY - Operating Budget $1,962
Increase in Operating Budget $241
This increase is principally due to higher request
of $215 for utility charges.
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Councilman Rogers questioned the staff regarding a
letter from the Bakersfield Art Commission requesting funds to
build an addition to the Cunningham Art Gallery.
Auditorium-Recreation Manager Charles Graviss stated
he did not know what committee it was referred to but it is a
valid request as the Art Gallery is very congested.
City Manager Bergen stated that he has been in touch
with Norman McNamee, Kern County Administrative Officer, with
the idea of trying to arrive at some specific recommendation for
report to the City committee, but a specific recommendation has
not been made to date.
Councilman Bleecker stated that on this particular item,
in order to get it going, why can't the appropriate member of the
staff determine, from perhaps a committee of the Council, what the
increase requirements are, put a dollar value on it, and then ask
those who use the facility how much they are willing to pay; the
Council would determine how much
County if they would contribute,
request float around.
the City would pay and ask the
instead of just letting this
710 - RECREATION - Operating Budget $51~947
Increase in Operating Budget $6,983
This operating budget, other than capital items, has
been previously approved by the City Council in order
to implement summer recreation programs which begin
prior to the beginning of the next fiscal year.
Capital items being requested total $1,710 and include
a portable desk calculator, five record players, and
nine folding table tennis tables for the teen centers.
711 - CALIFORNIA AVENUE PARK COMMUNITY BUILDING
Operating Budget $37,033
Increase in Operating Budget $9,905
This budget reflects a $1,500 increase in utility
charges, $3,820 higher administrative cost allocation,
and $2,130 for rental outside organizations which was
not included in the current year's budget. This latter
item includes the rental on the silent alarm system
and Muzak service, as well as film rental.
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The capital outlay request of $3,305 was reduced
$1,500. This committee feels that the two pool
tables and carrom pool table are not necessary
items, at this time, in order to provide a satis-
factory recreation program.
540 - PLANNING - Operating Budget $74,957
Increase in Operating Budget $32,853
This increase in primarily due to the inclusion of
a request for a Mid-Decade Census at a cost of $29,730
(see attached memorandum from Planning Director).
This special census would enable the City to have
its population certified and updated each year by
the State Department of Finance until the 1980 Federal
Census. This certified population is the basis upon
which the amounts of state subventions to cities are
determined. If the City does not elect to have this
special census, the population, as certified by the
State in May, 1974, will be used for purposes of these
subventions until the 1980 Federal Census figures are
released in 1981. This could result in a substantial
loss of revenue to the City.
Minor capital outlay items of $210 are requested
which include a file cabinet and electric stapler.
Councilman Rogers stated that in regards to the special
census to be conducted by the City he hopes some of the questions
are strictly voluntary because a few appear to be an invasion of
privacy.
City Manager Bergen stated that he is sure it is volun-
tary; the City is primarily interested in the count.
Councilman Barton asked if the staff had a projection
as to revenue loss the City might incur if the census is not
conducted.
Assistant Finance Director Phillip Kelmar stated that
the City receives approximately $20.00 annually per person residing:
in the City. If for example the City had an increase of 200 to
300 people in the first year, that would more than amortize the
cost of the census over a seven year period.
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541 - REDEVELOPMENT - Operating Budget $55,660
Increase in Operating Budget $55,660
This represents a new program and results from the
City Council's acceptance of the Arthur D. Little
report relating to the creation of a Community
Development Agency responsible for redevelopment,
building regulation, and planning. Included in
this request is $30,000 for the City's consulting
attorney for redevelopment. A car allowance of
$1,200 is provided for the Community Development
Director in lieu of the purchase of an additional
automobile.
Capital outlay of $3,500 includes the necessary
desks, chairs, typewriters, etc., to provide the
basic office necessities.
It should be particularly noted that based on the
agreement between the City of Bakersfield and the
Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency, whereby the City
provides administrative services to the Agency,
all of the costs of this program will be reimbursed
each year to the City by the Agency.
Councilman Bleecker stated that he had noticed several
times in this report that instead of providing automobiles for
employees that a car allowance of $1,200.00 is provided. That
is $100.00 per month, but what about tire replacement, oil, etc.
Mr. Bergen stated that the exact amount will be deter-
mined by whatever policy the Council approves, and the staff plans
to go to the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee after
budgets and discuss car allowances with the idea that allowances
would be preferable to City cars in many cases. The City has
only one car allowance at the present time of $100.00 per month
and that was the basis for the $1,200.00.
Councilman Bleecker stated providing automobiles for
employees is a large expense to the City of Bakersfield. If this
is brought to the Governmental Efficiency and Personnel Committee
his suggestion would be, just as a little pre-information for the
entire Council, that there are too many automobiles provided,
and perhaps a better way would be to provide a car pool, where
the employee drives his own automobile back and forth to City Hall.
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If additional transportation is needed during the day
there would be a sufficient car pool for that purpose. This would
exclude those persons who are in and out of a car all of the time
and where their daily work requires that they be out in the field,
like a Building Inspector.
615 - BUILDING REGULATION - Operating Budget $34,438
Increase in Operating Budget $437
This budget request reflects no significant change.
24-615 - REPAIR AND DEMOLITION - Operating Budget $30,000
No Change in Operating Budget
This represents the program under the direction of the
Building Director for the demolition of dangerous
buildings within the City. Any costs incurred by
the City in this connection are assessed against the
affected property owners and ultimately paid back to
the City.
530 - FINANCE - Operating Budget $47,768
Decrease in Operating Budget $2,115
This decrease results from the deletion of $10,000
in internal audit fees. This internal auditing was
previously performed under a contract. Upon the
death of this internal auditor, a full-time City
employee was hired to perform this function. This
decrease is primarily offset by an increase of $1,200
in stationery and office supplies, $920 in City Hall
maintenance allocation, and $5,220 in other outside
services and charges. This latter item includes
$4,500 for the implementation of a fixed asset inven-
tory accounting system which was authorized by the
City Council during this current year, and $660 for
a limited service of Dunn and Bradstreet reports for
purposes of checking financial stability of potential
bidders on City business.
Capital outlay requests of $800 include a file cabinet
and printing calculator to replace one about 15 years
old.
Councilman Heisey asked the staff if they are getting
their money's worth out of the request for the service of Dunn and
Bradstreet reports.
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359
Finance Director Haynes stated this is
it is something that will have to be evaluated.
be appraised and a report made to the Council at
year.
a new program;
The program can
the end of the
532 - DATA PROCESSING - Operating Budget $56,330
Increase in Operating Budget $16,561
This increase is., in part, due to a $2,415 higher
request for stationery and office supplies due to
higher prices and increased usage of continuous
computer printer forms. The major increase of
$12,350 is in the account for data processing
equipment rental charges. In this coming fiscal
year, the City will be receiving its new Systems 3
disk storage computer.
Departmental capital outlay of $1,870 includes
disk packs, disk pack storage cabinets, and a
desk calculator.
We would like to point out, at this time, that the
Data Processing Department has recently absorbed
certain keypunching activities which were previously
performed at the Police Department. This has resulted
in the Police Department discontinuing this equipment
rental resulting in a savings to the City of approxi-
mately $6,000 per year, as well as freeing two Police
Department employees to perform other very needed
clerical tasks. This will thus reduce the budget
request made for additional clerical personnel by
the Police Department. This change was made possible
by shifting clerical responsibilities within the
Finance Department and may require some minor addi-
tions to the temporary help requirements of the
Finance Department.
640 - FIRE PROTECTION - Operating Budget $545,243
Increase in Operating Budget $37,086
This increase results from an additional $10,250 in
the equipment replacement provision to more accurately
represent replacement costs, a higher administrative
cost allocation of $14,136, an increase of $4,500 in
the request for fuel due to the 50 percent increase
in fuel prices, and higher utility charges of $5,050.
Departmental capital outlay of $95,475, which is
approximately the same as last year, includes $40,260
for fire hydrants, $4,000 for a power rescue tool
which will enable department personnel to more readily
rescue accident victims trapped in vehicles, $13,200
for replacement of conductor cable, and $11,200 for
replacement of eight overhead doors at three fire
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stations. Other items include office and household
equipment, vehicle emergency equipment, miscel-
laneous firefighting equipment, radio equipment,
fire alarm materials, and shop equipment.
83-640 - FIRE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT -
Operating Budget $82,470
A request of $55,000 for the replacement of a 1954
fire engine is the major item to be replaced this
year. In accordance with the plan indicated at the
beginning of this report, this committee is recom-
mending that the Chevrolet sedan being requested for
replacement be replaced with a small compact pickup
truck. This pickup would then be switched with one
of the sedans in the Building Department.
505 - MAYOR - Operating Budget $5,320
Increase in Operating Budget $20
This request is almost exactly the same as
last year.
City Manager Bergen distributed a memorandum from the
Department of Public Works with regards to the Federal Aid Urban
Program, which will be placed on Monday's Agenda.
Mr. Bergen reported and distributed the results of the
City Employees election to determine which union would represent
the employees.
Mayor Hart declared a brief recess at this time.
620 - POLICE PROTECTION - Operating Budget $769,104
Increase in Operating Budget $195,484
Of the increase, $52,400 represents a higher request
for fuel costs. In the 1973 calendar year, the
department used approximately 175,000 gallons of gas
and is currently paying about 45 cents per gallon
versus 20 cents per gallon a year ago. In addition,
ten additional police cars were purchased in 1974.
The remaining increase primarily results from a
higher administrative cost allocation of $30,094,
an additional equipment replacement provision of
$44,200 to more accurately reflect replacement costs,
and a higher departmental capital outlay request of
$36,250.
This increased capital outlay is due primarily to a
request of $20,800 for a second radio channel to
support the new team patrol organization, for use
by intelligence personnel, and a tie into the
California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Radio System.
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Current.ly, the department's one channel can no
longer effectively handle the requirements in an
efficient and satisfactory manner. Another major
item is a request of $12,500 for the total replace-
ment of service revolvers presently used by all
sworn officers. This automatic pistol has a
14-round magazine versus the 6-round revolver
presently used. Other requests include pocket
pagers, replacement of cassette recorders, electric
sirens, camera equipment, and various office equip-
ment replacements, such as typewriters and chairs.
A request of $1,850 for a cathode ray tube terminal
is subject to the approval of an additional personnel
request being reviewed by the Governmental Efficiency
and Personnel Committee.
Councilman Heisey requested the Chief of Police Bob
Price to explain the request for automatic pistols.
Chief Price explained the difference in the revolvers
presently being used versus the new 14-round automatic pistols
being requested.
B22 - STREET PAINTING AND SIGNS - Operating Budget
$42,280
Increase in Operating Budget $4,026
This budget reflects an increase of $2,500 in the
account of Materials and Supplies Not Otherwise
Classified. Purchases of traffic paints are made
from this account and this higher request reflects
increased prices. The remaining significant increase
in this program is a $1,041 higher administrative
cost allocation.
Capital outlay requests of $3,520 include a paint
line eradicator, aluminum street stencil set, a
5-gallon-size paint can shaker, traffic cones, and
additional air hose.
82-620 - POLICE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT -
Operating Budget $62,260
This program includes the replacement of twelve
police patrol cars and a 3/4-ton pickup truck
used by the street painting crews.
650 - PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION - Operating
Budget $42,227
Decrease in Operating Budget $50,996
This decrease is attributable to the lower request
in the account for professional and consulting fees.
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The current year's budget included a request of
$59,150 for engineering consulting fees to prepare
a project report for waste water treatment facilities
in the southeast area.
Departmental capital outlay of $1,425 includes the
replacement of an electric typewriter and an office
chair, and the purchase of an additional file
cabinet and time clock.
655 - ENGINEERING - Operating Budget $73,216
Increase in Operating Budget $6,649
Of this increase, $4,000 represents additional
costs for the weed abatement program. The remain-
ing increase is due to a higher administrative cost
allocation, internal equipment rental charges, and
stationery and office supplies requests. The pur-
chase of a calculator comprises the capital outlay
request.
660 - PLANT MAINTENANCE - Operating Budget $59,257
Increase in Operating Budget $13,258
This increase principally results from an additional
request of $7,500 in the general maintenance and
supplies account for materials to perform necessary
remodeling in City Hall in order to meet space needs.
This remodeling entails the moving of the Data Pro-
cessing Division into the basement, the Personnel
Section of the City Manager's Office to the present
location of Data Processing, and the stationery and
office supplies storeroom to another area of the
basement. Increases in utility charges, administra-
tive cost allocation, and internal equipment rental
charges account for the remaining increase.
Departmental Capital outlay of $3,940 includes the
remaining purchase of overhead heaters for the
equipment maintenance shops which were deferred by
this committee last year, and modification of the
exterior of the Civic Auditorium to prevent vandalism.
664 - HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - Operating Budget
$16~131
Decrease in Operating Budget $9,504
This decrease results from the termination of a con-
tract for air conditioning services. The City has
hired a full-time employee to perform this function.
This decrease is offset by an increase in departmental
capital outlay requests of $2,470. Included in these
capital requests are a vacuum pump which was previously
provided by the outside contractor and the replacement
of badly pitted tubes in the boiler at City Hall.
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363
During the Fall of 1973, one of the tubes leaked
and necessitated extensive emergency repairs.
665 - STREET MAINTENANCE - Operating Budget $215,299
Increase in Operating Budget $40,858
This overall increase results from a higher adminis-
trative cost allocation and internal equipment rental
charges. As a result~of the growth of the City,
utilization of equipment has increased significantly.
A minor capital outlay of $200 for a manual hoist is
included in this budget.
666 - ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE - Operating Budget $314,983
Increase in Operating Budget $54,738
The principal reason for this increase is an addi-
tional $45,000 for electricity for street lights and
traffic signals. The City owns and maintains 92
traffic signals and 1,350 street lights. This higher
request results from an expected 15 percent rate
increase. A higher administrative cost allocation,
plus increased costs in connection with the City's
share of maintenance costs for traffic signals
jointly operated with the County and the State,
account for the rest of this increase.
Assistant Finance Director Phillip Kelmar stated that
the total electrical bill budgeted for the City.is $420,610.00.
667 - RIGHT-OF-WAY MAINTENANCE - Operating Budget
$103,979
Increase in Operating Budget $14,460
This increase is due to a higher request of $1,685
for chemical materials used for the tree spraying
and weed abatement programs in street right-of-ways
and public grounds. The City has experienced a
30 percent price increase for these materials.
A higher administrative cost allocation, plus
increased internal equipment rental charges, make
up the rest of this increase.
668 - STREET CLEANING - Operating Budget $162,168
Decrease in Operating Budget $7,926
This decrease is due to a lower request for internal
equipment rental charges resulting from adjusting
utilization to more accurately reflect usage.
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670 - WASTE WATER TREATMENT - Operating Budget $194,452
Increase in Operating Budget $29,148
This increase is almost entirely due to a higher
request for electricity. This additional need
results from the installation of the aeration
system at Sewage Treatment Plant No. 3.
Capital outlay request of $1,050 includes an
office desk, plan holder, and dissolved oxygen
analyzer.
675 - REFUSE COLLECTION - Operating Budget $739,810
Increase in Operating Budget $86,877
Of this increase, $50,500 represents additional
payments to be made to outside contractors as a
result of the 15 percent rate increase given to
two of the contractors effective July 1, 1974,
and the estimated l0 percent rate increase being
projected for the contractor of the downtown
commercial route. The remaining increase is
attributable to a $10,962 higher administrative
cost allocation and $26,465 higher internal equip-
ment rental charges which is necessary to more
accurately reflect maintenance and replacement
costs.
The City and County staff have agreed upon a plan
subject to the approval of the County Board of
Supervisors and City Council regarding the County's
takeover of the City's sanitary landfill operation
effective January 1, 1975. This would result in a
substantial savings to the City in future years.
We highly endorse this plan (See memorandum
attached from the Public Works Director.)
680 - PARKS - Operating Budget $253,763
Increase in Operating Budget $29,139
This increase is due to an additional $8,800 in
utility charges, $10,710 in internal equipment
rental charges, $3,550 in maintenance supplies
and tools, plus a $4,644 higher administrative
cost allocation. These are all necessitated by
an increase in park acreage of 20 acres presently
being completed and to be completed in this next
fiscal year.
Departmental capital outlay of $3,300 includes
the replacement of obsolete gas chlorinators at
two swimming pools, worn playground equipment,
and five corroded steel chemical tanks with new
fiberglass tanks at various swimming pools.
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36,,5
690 - EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - Total Budget Request
$156,842
The Equipment Maintenance Division is responsible
for the maintenance of 325 pieces of equipment for
all departments except Police and Fire. The above
total budget request consists of the sum of the
total salaries and supplemental benefits, operating
expenses, and departmental capital outlay, less the
equipment rental charges made to other departments
for the use of this equipment. The operating
budget included in the total described above amounts
to $744,317 or $123,418 higher than last year. This
increase primarily results from higher requests of
$62,000 for fuel and $31,000 for equipment parts.
These substantial increases are necessary as a result
of the 50 to 100 percent price increase of fuel and
other related products, and 25 percent price increase
in equipment parts. An additional amount of $34,100
for equipment replacement is requested to more
accurately represent replacement costs.
Departmental capital outlay requests total $61,010.
Of this, $32,000 represents a 25 cubic yard rear
loading refuse truck. Currently, the City is
servicing 17 full-time routes, plus an additional
route four months of the year for servicing City
parks. The Sanitation Division has a fleet of only
18 refuse trucks and, as a result, there are no
stand-by units when mechanical problems arise and
proper preventive maintenance cannot be performed.
We are recommending this request be approved but
the actual purchase be deferred pending the Arthur
D. Little report relating to work measurements.
This committee is recommending that the 4-door sedan
being requested be replaced with a small compact
pickup truck which will result in a $700 savings.
This pickup would be switched with one of the sedans
in the Building Department.
Other principal capital items are a $7,400 power
sweeper to be used both in the proposed downtown
parking garage and Civic Auditorium building and
parking lot areas, and a $6,000 Engine Performance
and Emissions Tester. The latter item checks
emission standards and would also be used by the
Police and Fire Departments. Other items are a
space heater, one pickup truck, two 2-way radios,
a wet valve grinder, a wheel balancer, a chain
hoist and trolley, a leaf rake attachment, and
hydraulic circular saw.
This committee has deleted a ½-ton pickup truck,
three 2-way radios, a leaf trailer, and a leaf
bucket totaling $14,600.
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81-691 - PUBLIC WORKS EQUIPMENT I{EPLACEMENT -
Operating Budget $271,510
Of the 110 pieces of equipment that are fully
depreciated, the Equipment Maintenance Superin-
tendent is only recommending replacement of 27
which attests to the careful scrutiny these
items are given before replacement. They are
not replaced just because of age.
This committee has reviewed these requests and
is in agreement; however, we are again recom-
mending that the two 4-door sedans being
requested be replaced with small compact pickup
trucks. These pickups would also be switched
with two sedans in the Building Department.
The principal items being replaced are a motor
grader, two street sweepers, and two refuse
trucks.
Adequacy of Restricted Reserves
This committee has reviewed the proposed
restricted reserve requirements for the 1974-75
fiscal year with the Finance Director. It was
concluded that the reserves, as proposed, are
adequate. However, if the current high rate of
inflation continues, the Council can expect the
equipment replacement reserves to be increased
in future years.
Property Tax Rate
As a result of the final redemption in the cur-
rent fiscal year of the 1951 City Hall Bonds, the
requirements of the Bond Tax Rate Category of the
budget will be $35,070 lower, resulting in an
approximate decrease of 3.5 cents in the bond tax
rate for 1974-75. This committee feels that a
reduction in the total tax rate should not be made
as a result of the above in order to avoid minor
property tax rate fluctuations, especially as these
bond requirements will increase in the following
year. We are recommending that this property tax
revenue be added to the bond reserves for future
redemption of outstanding bonds.
In conclusion, this committee has spent a great
deal of time reviewing all the accounts of the
departmental operating budget requests in the
Preliminary Budget. We have also considered these
requests as they relate to the continuing growth
of the City. Reductions have been made where
possible; however, since the departmental operating
budget is tied to current operating procedures and
level of service being provided by City departments,
substantial reductions were generally not possible.
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The forthcoming Arthur D. Little study on work
measurements may provide the Council with some
basis for adjustment of operating budgets before
adoption of the tax rate in August.
This committee recommends acceptance of this
report and approval of the operating budget of
the 1974-75 Preliminary Annual Budget with those
changes as herein outlined.
Attachments:
1. Summary of Proposed 1974-75
Operating Budget by Line Item
in Comparison to 1973-74 Council
Approved Budget
2. Memorandum from Planning Director,
Dewey Sceales, re Mid-Decade Census
3. Memorandum from Public Works
Director, Calvin Bidwell, re County
Takeover of City's Sanitary Landfill
Operation
Councilman Medders moved acceptance of the report and
approval of the Operating Budget of the 1974-75 Preliminary Annual
Budget with those changes as herein outlined.
Councilman Rogers asked what the overall increase is in
this Operating Budget over last year.
Assistant Finance Director Kelmar stated that it would
be approximately $807,000.00.
Upon request of Councilman Thomas, Mayor Hart declared
the meeting open for public participation. No protests or objec-
tions being received, the public portion of the meeting was closed
for Council deliberation and action.
Councilman Medders' motion to accept the report of the
Budget Review and Finance Committee and approve the Operating
Budget of the 1974-75 Preliminary Annual Budget with the changes
outlined, was adopted by the
Ayes: Councilmen Medders,
Bleecker,
Noes: None
following roll call vote:
Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Barton,
Heisey
Absent: None
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Recess.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, the Council recessed
its budget hearing at 9:00 P.M. until Wednesday, June 19, 1974,
at 7:00 P.M.
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CITY CL_~.. and Ex-Off~io Clerk of the Council
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Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974
Minutes of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
California, meeting in budget sessions at 7:00 P.M., June 19,
1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present:
Absent:
Mayor Hart.
None
Capital
Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas,
Barton, Bleecker (seated at 7:05 P.M.),
Heisey
Improvement Program 1974-75
City Manager Bergen stated that the recommended Capital
Improvement Program 1974-79 was developed through the coordinated
efforts of the City Administration and the Planning Commission.
The task of determining need and establishing priority is carried
out in close cooperation with the City Manager and Department Heads.
The process starts with requests for projects from each department
early in the spring of each year. Meetings are held between the
various departments and the Capital improvement Program Coordinating
Committee to develop complete projects and determine project timing.
After preliminary estimates of future funds are made available, a
tentative program is developed and the Capital Improvement Program
Coordinating Committee, composed of the City Manager, Director of
Public Works, Finance Director and Director of Planning meet to
review the total program. During this period, adjustments are made
to eliminate any duplication which may exist or program certain
phases to coordinate with financial capabilities or introduce any
new projects which should be considered.
On February 4, 1974, copies of the Draft Capital Improve--
ment Budget were given to City Councilmen with a letter and form
requesting suggestions and comments. The suggestions received were
then submitted to the Planning Commission on May 1, 1974 for their
review and recommendations.
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Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974 - Page 2
The program is subdivided into four major categories.
The projects within each category are not listed in order of
importance. All the projects within each category may be equally
important but may vary as to timing because of financial capa-
bilities or their relationship to related projects. This is true
in many cases; for instance, some storm drain projects are tied
to State freeway construction. This is true to a greater or lesser
degree with some street improvement projects which tie in very
closely with the development of an area or a freeway. Another
example, park improvements that are tied in very closely with
development in a particular area.
Director of Public Works Bidwell and the Council thor-
oughly reviewed each item in the Capital Improvement Budget for
Fiscal Year 1974-75, as follows:
I - TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC
City's share of Major Street
Improvements, including curb,
gutter and sidewalk repairs
Gas Tax Funds
$ 60,000
Traffic Signal Installations
at various locations (3)
Gas Tax Funds
$110,000
Mr. Bergen stated that specific locations would come
before the Council for approval.
Construct Truxtun Avenue
between Oak Street and Lennox
Avenue
Federal Aid Urban
Funds
Gas Tax Funds
$480,000
$120,000
Mr. Bidwell stated that one of the most congested inter-
sections in the City is California Avenue and Oak Street and it is
felt that the extension of Truxtun Avenue will relieve a great deal.
of that congestion.
Widen and reconstruct Baker
Street between Truxtun Avenue
and Sumner Street
Federal Aid Urban
Funds $ 28,000
Gas Tax Funds $ 7,000
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371
Mr. Bidwell stated that this project was approved by the.
Council in an earlier budget and when put out to bid it exceeded
the budgeted amount by quite a large sum. The City is asking for
additional funds and the project has been divided into two projects;
(1) signals and (2) widening and reconstruction. The Federal Aid
Urban Fund figure has been changed to $37,518 and the total for
five years has been changed to $44,518.
the total project would now be $213,000,
had been approval for $168,482.
Mr. Bergen stated that
prior to this time there
Widen and reconstruct 17th
Street between Chester Avenue
and "L" Street (north half)
Gas Tax Funds
$ 25,000
Mr. Bidwell stated that the south half of this street was
widened in conjunction with the construction of the Bank of America
Building.
Construct additional lane in
Real Road between Wilson Road
and Planz Road
Gas Tax Funds
$ 25,000
Widen and reconstruct Chester
Avenue between 24th Street
and Garces Circle
Gas Tax Funds
$ 35,000
Mr. Bidwell stated that this is a major project, which
is estimated at $275,000, of that we propose to use $225,500 of
Federal Aid Urban Funds and the Gas Tax Fund figure has been reduced
to $16,500 for this year.
Widen and reconstruct Planz
Road between South "H" Street
and Hughes Lane
Gas Tax Funds $100,000
Widen and reconstruct Wilson
Road between Wible Road and
Hughes Lane
Gas Tax Funds
$ 90,000
Councilman Thomas asked if there has been any indication
from the State Division of Highways whether they are going to widen
the bridge on Wilson Road that spans Freeway 99.
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Mr. Bidwell stated that he believed that project would
be put out to bid this fall and the bridge would be widened from
two to four lanes.
Resurface Miner Street and
Thelma Drive between Union
Avenue and La Mesa Drive
Gas Tax Funds $ 9,000
Resurface Bucknell Street
between Telegraph Avenue
and Panorama Drive
Gas Tax Funds $ 5,000
Resurface Benton Street
between Ming Avenue and
Wilson Road
Gas Tax Funds
$ 9,000
Resurface Columbus Street
between Auburn Street to
100' north of University
Avenue
Gas Tax Funds
$ 20,000
Resurface Rosalia, Lindsay
and Sidney Drives, west of
"K" Street
Gas Tax Funds
$ 16,000
Resurface Sunny Lane between
Columbus Street and Height
Street
Gas Tax Funds
$ 9,000
Resurface Hughes Lane between
Wilson Road and Ming Avenue
Gas Tax Funds
$ 20,000
Upgrading traffic signals on
State Route 204, north of
Brundage Lane, (City-State
Cooperative Project)
Gas Tax Funds $ 18,000
Widen Auburn Street east of
Eissler Street and construct
new access to Highland High
School
Transportation Funds
(SB325)
$ 14,000
Installation of traffic
signals at Chester Avenue
and West Columbus Street
(City-County Cooperative
Project)
Gas Tax Funds
$ 5,000
Fencing along South "H"
Street between Ming Avenue
and Wilson Road
General Tax Revenue
$ 12,000
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Inventory and Evaluation of
City Traffic Control Systems
Transportation Funds
(SS325)
$ 50,000
Mr. Bidwell stated that this is a study that would
compose of an inventory and evaluation of the City's traffic
control systems and signs. This project would be let to an
engineering firm specializing in this type of work.
Councilman Bleecker asked if this was a study that the
City could handle. Mr. Bidwell stated that this is something
that the City has not done before and it would be done to promote
better traffic flow. It is a need that would not receive top
priority because of work load.
Councilman Bleecker asked if this expenditure was
absolutely necessary at this time. Mr. Bidwell stated that this
could be done at a later date without placing a time frame on it.
This project could be delayed for several years, but perhaps
mistakes are being made in our present program.
Councilman Bleecker asked what other projects Transpor-
tation Funds can be applied to. Mr. Bidwell stated that Gas Tax
Funds can be used for street projects with a few restrictions.
Councilman Bleecker asked if the City would have the
expertise to perform this study. Mr. Bidwell stated that the
Arthur D. Little, Inc. study is recommending that the City hire
a Traffic Engineer for the Public Works Department. If the recom-
mendation is accepted we hope to recruit for that position before
the end of the calendar year and then perhaps this study could be
done by the staff.
Councilman Bleecker moved that the Inventory and Evalua-
tion of City Traffic Control systems be deferred until such time
as the Council decides whether or not to approve the position of
Traffic Engineer.
Councilman Thomas asked if this project is not approved
would the City lose the funds. Mr. Bidwell stated no.
Mr. Bergen stated the Council should include these funds
in the budget and put a hold on them so the money could not be spent
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without further Council approval. The Council could then authorize
the expenditure of these funds later in the year.
Councilman Bleecker amended his motion to include the
$50,000 in the budget with determinations to be made by the Coun-
cil as to how it should be spent.
Councilman Bleecker's motion that the Inventory and
Evaluation of the City's Traffic Control Systems be deferred
until such time as the Council decides whether or not to approve
the position of Traffic Engineer in the Public Works Department
and include the $50,000 in the budget until certain determinations
have been made by the Council, was unanimously approved.
Councilman Barton questioned the staff regarding the
$600,000 project to construct Truxtun Avenue between Oak Street
and Lennox Avenue and the possibility of constructing bicycle paths
in this same area.
City Manager Bergen explained the reasons and need for
the extension of Truxtun Avenue and the problems involved in con-
structing bicycle paths along that route.
Councilman Strong asked if the Federal Aid Urban Funds
have been allocated to the City. Mr. Bergen stated that FAU Funds
are not allocated to cities specifically; they are available for
certain streets that qualify for Federal Aid Urban Funds standards.
Councilman Strong asked if the City was making this
proposal on the belief that the extension of Truxtun Avenue would
meet those standards. Mr. Bergen stated yes, the staff feels that
this street improvement would qualify.
Councilman Bleecker questioned the staff regarding two
projects that are scheduled sometime between 1976 and 1979 for
reconstructing and widening 21st Street between Oak Street and
Chester Avenue and 19th Street between Chester Avenue and Oak
Street.
Mr. Bidwell stated that the plan for that area would be
reconstruction of 19th and 21st Streets from Oak Street to Chester
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375
Avenue, but the widening would only affect the commercial area
beginning at "E" or "D" Street to Chester Avenue. The commercial
area has more traffic than the residential area and widening of
the residential area would not be necessary.
Upon a motion by Councilman Reisey, Part I Transporta-
tion and Traffic of the Capital Outlay Budget for Fiscal Year
1974-75, was approved as amended.
II - SANITARY SEWERS AND STOP~M DRAINS
Storm Drain construction
between Lakeview Avenue and
Oak Street (City, State,
County Agreement)
General Tax Revenue
$102,000
Northeast Bakersfield Drainage
Plan
Revenue Sharing
$ 50,000
Mr.
project and the City has agreed
project estimated at $1,500,000.
selves to this project.
Bidwell stated that this is a joint City-County
to fund $300,000 of the total
The Council has committed them-
Replace 6" concrete sewer
lines in Westchester area
General Tax Revenue
$ 30,000
Mr. Bidwell stated that these sewer lines were originally
installed in the late forties when vitrified clay was not available
and they have given the City a lot of maintenance problems. This
proposal is the first phase for replacing all of the 6" concrete
sewer lines in that area and the project will be started in the
section north of 24th Street between Beech Street and Spruce Streel;.
Mr. Bergen stated these particular sewer lines are in
easements in back of property lines and because of difficulty of
reconstruction it may be best to replace those lines in the street.
That decision will be made prior to construction and the City should
involve property owners because of the problem of connecting the
homes if the line is constructed in the street.
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Reconstruct Storm Drain and
Catch Basin on north side
of Pacific Street at Union
Avenue
Storm Drainage Collection
System in area bounded by
Oleander, California, "N"
Street and Brundage Lane;
and Drainage Facility at
32nd-"K" Street intersection
General Tax Revenue
Revenue Sharing
$ 15,000
$260,000
Storm Drain between Valhalla
Drive and McDonald Way, ex-
tending easterly from Fjord
Street-Valhalla Drive inter-
section
General Tax Revenue $ 15,000
Reconstruct 6" Sewer Line in
Olive Street at Verde Street
General Tax Revenue $ 5,600
Storm Drain in "Q" Street and
San Dimas area between West
Niles Street and 34th Street
Transportation Funds
$ 75,000
Storm Drain in Olive Street
between Bank Street and Oak
Place, and in Oak Place
between Olive Street and
Oak Street
General Tax Revenue $ 7,000
Councilman Strong asked the staff to comment on the use
of Revenue Sharing Funds for the Northeast Bakersfield Drainage
Plan and the Storm Drainage Collection System in the area bounded
by Oleander, California, "N" Street and Brundage Lane; and Drainage
Facility at the 32nd-"K" Street intersection. Last year during one
of the budget sessions the Council went on record not to commit
Revenue Sharing Funds beyond one year and the use of these funds
has been projected through 1979. I think the Council tentatively
agreed to have public hearings before committing these funds to any
project and according to the Agenda the so-called public hearing
has been put after the fact.
Mr. Bergen stated that
any funds past this fiscal year.
these projects would not obligate
This meeting has been advertised
as a public hearing and it would be appropriate if there were
Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974 - Page 9
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comments from the public. The 5 Year Capital Improvement Program
only shows tentative plans; the Council is not budgeting past this
fiscal year, only budgeting the funds available for Fiscal Year
1974-75. The Council would be budgeting $50,000 and $260,000 on
these two projects for this fiscal year.
Councilman Strong stated that the Council would be
budgeting that amount prior to the public hearing.
Mr. Bergen stated that this is the public hearing and
the Mayor has indicated that he is
from the.audience.
Councilman Heisey stated
going to open it up for comments
that what is important is that
the Capital Outlay Program has been heard before the Planning
Commission; it is their job to hear items that are presented to
the Council. The Capital Outlay Program has already been before
the public and now it is before the public again as we consider
it for adoption. It has been pointed out that it is mostly items
for this year that the Council is acting on; the other items are
recommendations for future years.
Councilman Strong stated that he is not
issue with what this budget indicates with respect
for the coming fiscal year. It is necessary that
reminded that public hearings should be conducted to establish
priorities with respect to the use of funds and also that funds
cannot be committed for more than one year at a time. It is neces-
sary that the Council remember that and abide by it because the
Council made that rule.
Mayor Hart declared the meeting open for public hearing
on Revenue Sharing Funds.
Mr. Robert McCarthy, representing a land owner near the
proposed Drainage Facility at 32nd-"K" Street intersection, one of
the projects in the budget, stated that he wholeheartedly requests
the Council approve that project.
necessarily taking
to expenditures
the Council be
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Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974 - Page 10
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Part II Sanitary
Sewers and Storm Drains of the Capital Improvement Program for
Fiscal Year 1974-75, was approved.
Mayor Hart declared a brief recess at this time.
III - PARKS
City Manager Bergen stated that the Council has received
letters from Reverend Johnnie Wesley Jones, 716 "N" Street, and
Mrs. Juanira Harmon, 819 - 6th Street, requesting swimming pool,
tennis courts and recreational facilities at Lowell Park. The
Administrative Staff, primarily the Parks Department and Recreation
Department, feel that the use of swimming pools is actually declining
in the City and the use of several of the pools has declined to the
point where it hardly justifies keeping them open. The Recreation
Department had made a fairly extensive study in this area and does
not feel a swimming pool for Lowell Park would be warranted.
Councilman Bleecker asked the staff if they had taken
into consideration, fully, on Items I - Transportation and Traffic
and II - Sanitary Sewers and Storm Drains, any increases in costs
that might occur before these projects are completed.
Mr. Bidwell stated that the staff has tried to adjust
estimates of the projects proposed for Fiscal Year 1974-75 in line
with anticipated costs at actual construction.
Councilman Bleecker stated that in the past several of
the engineers estimates that were made a year ago have been lower
than the bids.
Mr. Bergen stated that the staff is recommending that the.
City maintain higher reserves than they have in the past, so that
if these spiraling costs exceed their estimates the Council will
have adequate reserves available to transfer funds if they deter-
mine that they want to proceed with a project.
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Councilman Medders stated that in regards to the requests
for a swimming pool in Lowell Park, that matter was referred to the
Auditorium-Recreation Committee and due to the lack of use of
swimming pools the Committee advised against the requests. There
was also a request for recreational facilities and tennis courts
and I would also recommend fencing that park. The people who live
on the northwest corner of that park, where houses and park are not
separated by a street, have a real problem with the type of persons
using that park. It is the City's responsibility to fence that
park with the highest chain link fence that can be erected.
Councilman Strong stated that he would agree with Council-
man Medders in recognizing the fact that Lowell Park is a problem.
The Principal of Emerson School has, on several occasions, indicated
that some of the activities that go on in that park interfere with
normal everyday school activities. The Principal appealed to the
Police Department for assistance and I understand that they did
post the area. I would be in favor of a study being made concerning
the activity in that park and some kind of meaningful recommendation
made to this Council.
Mr. Bidwell stated the facilities now in Lowell Park are
a softball diamond with backstops, lighted game court, large group
picnic facilities, playground with apparatus and park tables with
permanent settees.
Mayor Hart stated that it comes back to what Councilman
Medders offered earlier that those persons now dominating the park
have alienated those persons in the general area. Mayor Hart read
a report from the Chief of Police, as follows:
We have been aware of some problems at Lowell
Park for some time and have been working quite
closely with the P. T. A.'s of McKinley and
Emerson Schools, as well as certain of the
neighborhood residents in an effort to alleviate
the problems within the park that make it less
than desirable for family use.
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We are devoting as much attention to patrolling
this park as manpower allows. As you are aware,
there are 14 developed parks within the city and,
because of the citizen interest in that area,
we have been spending considerably more time in
that park than any of the other parks at the
present time. It appears that our efforts are
obtaining some results and that the park
certainly is, at the present time, suitable for
any family recreation; however, only by its use
by family groups will it remain that way.
As to Mr. Jones' request for facilities within
the park, that does not fall within the juris-
diction of this department.
City Manager Bergen stated that the staff will come back
later in the meeting with a recommendation in regards to fencing
Lowell Park.
After further discussion Councilman Strong stated that
recreational facilities are needed for Lowell Park, but this park
has serious problems and needs an indepth study with a recommen-
dation to alleviate the problems.
Patriots Park Improvements
General Tax Revenue $ 76,500
Siemon Park Improvements
General Tax Revenue $ 32,000
Centennial Park Improvements
General Tax Revenue $ 10,000
P. G. & E. Easement (Vicinity
of Monitor Street and Pacheco
Road)
General Tax Revenue $ 6,000
Mr. Bidwell stated the P. G. & E. Easement is developed
not as a park, but an irrigation system is put in and planted with
a lawn. This area is available as a green belt area and serves as
a drainage basin.
Planz Park Improvements
General Tax Revenue $ 3,800
California Avenue Park
General Tax Revenue $ 4,000
Grissom Park Improvements
General Tax Revenue $ 35,000
Councilman Bleecker suggested that the Council explore
the idea of putting permanent attractive signs in parks that state
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"City of Bakersfield" and the name of the park.
Mr. Bidwell stated that the staff would bring something
to the Council for their approval.
Mr. Bergen stated that a rough estimate for a fence in
Lowell Park would be $1,400.00. The City has carry-over funds
this year from a project and if the Council desires the Staff can
prepare a plan for next Monday, at which time you could approve
the construction of this fence. The Council could then refer the
additional facilities to the Auditorium-Recreation Committee.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Part III- Parks of
the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 1974-75, was approved.
IV - PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS
Acquisition of property at
the northeast corner of 16th
Street and "P" Street
Retractable Seat Risers for
Civic Auditorium Arena
Revenue Sharing
Revenue Sharing
$ 30,000
$310,000
Civic Auditorium Manager Charles Graviss
there are eleven rows of seats in the arena at the
Each time the seats are removed and put back in it
stated that
present time.
takes 150 man
hours. With the new seat risers each change could be accomplished
in five hours with two men. We could do one complete change-over
for the building and rent it for another event the next day with
no problem.
Council discussion ensued regarding the amortization of
the Retractable Seat Risers for the Civic Auditorium Arena.
Council discussion regarding the future construction of
new Fire Station No. 9 on West California Avenue.
Construct Rest Room at
Police Pistol Range
Revenue Sharing Funds $ 12,000
New Corporation Yard and
Shop Building Revenue Sharing Funds $850,000
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Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974 - Page 14
City Manager Bergen stated that the Corporation Yard
reached its present form in February, 1949 and at that time the
City had 132 pieces of equipment; now there are 325 and it has
reached the point where there is no room left. We have had two
specific things come up this year that have made this request more
urgent; purchase of the water facilities of Tenneco West, Inc. and
there is a recommendation from the Arthur D. Little, Inc. study to
consolidate some of the shop facilities and that would not be
possible at the present site. This is an important need and with
the Revenue Sharing Funds it could be started this year.
Councilman Bleecker asked if this would be large enough
to handle the consolidation of certain services that are recom-
mended by the Arthur D. Little, Inc. report. Mr. Bergen stated
very definitely.
Councilman Strong asked if approving the $850,000 for
the new Corporation Yard for Fiscal Year 1974-75 will be commiting
the Council to approve the other $S50,000 for Fiscal Year 1975-76.
Mr. Bergen stated the initial expenditure would buy the
land and construct the main shops; the Council is not legally
obligating themselves to spend the money the second year. The
staff would hope that the Council plans to move ahead; we do know
the Revenue Sharing Funds will be available for the second phase.
The City has been assured by the Federal Government that we would
get these funds for five years. If the City can possibly get some
of the urgent building needs accomplished, the staff feels it would.
be of material benefit to the citizens rather than having bond
issues added to their taxes.
Councilman Rogers asked if the proposed new Corporation
Yard would be used to service some of the canals and water distri-
bution facilities that the City acquired in their purchase from
Tenneco West, Inc.
Bakersfield, California, June 19, 1974 - Page
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City Manager Bergen stated that if the City, in fact,
handles the operation and does not go to the joint powers agree-
ment, the answer is yes. The City would have the facilities, the
land and the size to handle those operations.
City Hall Expansion over
west wing and two-story
concrete south wing
Revenue Sharing Funds $180,000
Mr. Bergen stated that the initial need is for the exten-
sion over the west wing of City Hall and is necessary now. The
City is really pinched for space as the City Hall was constructed
in 1955 and expansion has been going on for twenty years, using
every corner available, including the basement. There was a
Citizens Committee that evaluated City Hall and the Police Depart-
ment; they felt there was a need but the Police Department was the
first priority and made that recommendation.
Mr. Bergen stated that there is one additional item that
should be brought to the Council's attention. In view of the
spiraling increase in costs it is necessary to provide a substan-
tial contingency fund in the Revenue Sharing Account. Therefore,
the $380,471 in Restricted Reserves will be transferred to Appro-
priated Reserves.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Part IV - Public
Buildings and Improvements of the Capital Improvement Budget for
Fiscal Year 1974-75, was approved.
Mayor Hart asked if there were any additional public
comments. No protests or objections being received, the public
hearing was closed.
Councilman Strong stated that what has been done tonight
has been for the benefit of all the citizens in Bakersfield, but
with regards to spending Revenue Sharing Funds the City should
follow dictates and guidelines set down by the Federal Government
so as to give the citizens a right to provide this Council with
whatever input that they might have regarding the spending of these.
funds. I hope that this time next year the staff will see fit to
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schedule the public hearing portion of this meeting prior to the
budget sessions.
Adoption of Resolution No. 51-74 of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
approving and adopting the Budget,
except for Employees' Salaries and
Benefits, for the Fiscal Year 1974-75.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Resolution No. 51-74[
of the Council of the City of Bakersfield, approving and adopting
the Budget, except for Employees' Salaries and Benefits, for the
Fiscal Year 1974-75, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Medders, Rogers, Strong, Thomas, Barton,
Bleecker, Heisey
Noes: None
Absent: None
Recess.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the Council recessed
the budget sessions at 10:00 P.M., until a report from the Govern-.
mental Efficiency and Personnel Committee regarding Meet and Confer
Sessions with the Employees' Unions is available.
ATTEST:
CITY CLF~K and Ex-Off~cio Clerk of the Council
of the ~ity of Baker~f~ield, California.
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' Bakersfield, California, June 24,~ t974
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Council of the
City of Bakersfield, California, held in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., June 24, 1974.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hart followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by the Reverend Tyrone
T. Taylor of the St. Paul Church of God in Christ.
The City Clerk called the roll as follows:
Present: Mayor Hart. Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Barton, Bleecker,
Medders
Absent: Councilmen Rogers, Heisey
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 17, 1974 and
recessed meeting of June 18, 1974 were approved as presented.
Scheduled Public Statements.
Mr. Loron Hodge, Executive Vice-President of the Bakers-
field Chamber of Commerce, introduced Mr. Richard Hummel, Chairman
of the Law and Order Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr.
Hummel read a prepared statement regarding the "Crime Alert Program"
which was introduced last year in an effort to aid local law
enforcement agencies to decrease the crime rate in the Bakersfield
area. The program is designed to motivate local residents to call
the Bakersfield Police Department, Kern County Sheriff's Department,
or the Highway Patrol if a suspicious or overt act of crime is
observed. All three agencies have endorsed the program and have
indicated an increased amount of telephone tips leading the Chamber
to believe that the program is successful and should be continued
with renewed enthusiasm.
Mr. Nathan Krevitz, 1408 - 17th Street, addressed the
Council objecting to the Downtown Improvement District Tax.
Councilman Bleecker stated a meeting was held today with
Mr. Krevitz and the Business Development and Parking Committee
regarding this matter and made a report refuting Mr. Krevitz's
allegations.
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Bakersfield, California, June 24, 1974 - Page 2
Reverend Tyrone T. Taylor, 2021 "C" Street, presented
the Council a proposal for a Drop-In Center on Lakeview Avenue.
A lengthy discussion ensued between the Council and
Reverend Taylor regarding the Drop-In Center and the problems
involved in obtaining funds for this type of project.
Reports.
Councilman Bleecker, Chairman of the Governmental Effi-
ciency and Personnel Committee, read a report regarding Recogni-
tion of Kern County Employees' Association, S.E.I.U., Local 700,
AFL-CIO as representative of the Blue Collar and White Collar Unit
Employees, as follows:
The results of last week's elections regarding
exclusive recognition of employee organizations
are as follows:
Blue Collar Unit
Kern County Employees' Association,
S.E.I.U., Local 700
Public Employees Union,
Teamsters Local 986
No Employee Organization
White Collar Unit
Kern County Employees' Association,
S.E.I.U., Local 700
No Employee Organization
General Employees Supervisory Unit
Kern County Employees' Association,
S.E.I.U., Local 700
93
No Employee Organization
85
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Based on this final count the Governmental Effi-
ciency and Personnel Committee, as the City's
designated representative, has granted formal
recognition rights to the Kern County Employees'
Association, S.E.I.U., Local 700, AFL-CIO to
represent employees of this City's Blue Collar
Unit and White Collar Unit. These recognition
rights will not be subject to challenge by any
other employee organization for a period of not
less than twelve (12) months.
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Bakersfield, California, June 24, 1974 - Page 3
Report regarding Recognition of Kern County Employees'
Association, S.E.I.U., Local 700, AFL-CIO as representative of
the Blue Collar and White Collar. Unit Employees was accepted.
Consent Calendar.
The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar:
(a) Allowance of Claims Nos. 3806 to 3936,
inclusive, in amount of $104,475.68.
(b)
Notice of Completion for street and
sewer improvements in Tract No. 3562-B -
Contract No. 73-78 with Elmer F. Karpe,
Inc.
(c) Application for Encroachment Permit from
Mr. H. Evans, 2201 "A" Street.
(d)
Adoption of Resolution No. 52-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Map of Tract 3698 located in
the Northeast Area of Bakersfield,
southerly of University Avenue and
easterly of Maywood Avenue.
(e)
Adoption of Resolution No. 53-74 of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield making
finding concerning proposed Subdivision:
Tentative Map of Tract 3729 located on
the southeast corner of Wilson Road and
Fraser Road.
Councilman Strong moved that Items (a), (b), (c), (d)
and (e) of the Consent Calendar be adopted.
ADDENDUM
Budget Transfer in the amount of $28,000
from Account No. 11-510-610 to Account
No. 11-525-4100, to provide necessary funds
for Consulting Water Attorney and Redevelopment
Attorney fees for May and June; additional
funds are needed as a result of litigation
regarding the City's acquisition of Kern River
water rights from Tenneco.
Upon a substitute motion by Councilman Thomas, Items (a),.
(b), (c), (d), (e) and Addendum of the Consent Calendar were
adopted by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Barton, Bleecker, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmen Rogers, Heisey
Bakersfield, California, June 24, 1974 Page 4
Action on Bids.
Pursuant to recommendation of the Public Works Depart-
ment, upon a motion by Councilman Strong, the one bid received
for clearing of 552 lots in the 1974 Weed Abatement Program was
rejected as being excessive and the Finance Director was author-
ized to re-advertise the project.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, bid of Lobre,
Roberts, Roberts, Mitchell for Fire and Crime coverage insurance
on the alternate bid for $5,000.00 deductible at a cost of
$13,655.00 annual premium and bid of Walter Mortensen Associates
for Liability insurance on the alternate bid for $5,000,000.00
single limit at a cost of $77,464.00 annual premium was approved.
Deferred Business.
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2196 New
Series of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield adding Section 17.14.030
to Chapter 17.14 of the Municipal Code,
providing for the R-S-2-½A Zone within
the City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, Ordinance No. 2196
New Series of the Council of the City of Bakersfield adding Section.
17.14.030 to Chapter 17.14 of the Municipal Code, providing for the
R-S-2-~A Zone within the City of Bakersfield, was adopted by the
following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Strong, Thomas, Barton, Bleecker, Medders
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmen Rogers, Heisey
New Business.
Approval of Request of Finance
Director for authorization to write-
off Uncollectible Accounts Receivable.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the Finance Director
was authorized to write-off Uncollectible Accounts Receivable total-
ing $217.71, with collection efforts to be continued by the City's
collection agency, Herbert P. Sears Co.
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Adoption of Resolution of Intention
No. 898 of the Council of the City of
Bakersfield, declaring its intention
to order the vacation of the Alley in
Block 315 and a portion of 16th Street,
City of Bakersfield.
Upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, Resolution of
Intention No. 898 of the Council of the City of Bakersfield,
declaring its intention to order the vacation of the Alley in
Block 315 and a portion of 16th Street, City of Bakersfield, and
setting the date of July 22, 1974 for hearing on the matter
before
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
the Council, was adopted by the following roll call vote:
Councilmen Strong,
None
Councilmen Rogers,
Thomas, Barton, Bleecker, Medders
He is e y
First reading of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
amending Section 13.16.030 of Chapter
13.16 by adding Subsection (m) thereto,
providing for modification of the
Uniform Building Code, 1970 Edition,
Volume I, relating to Flood or Mud
Slide Hazards.
First reading was considered given an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 13.16.030 of
Chapter 13.16 by adding Subsection (m) thereto, providing for
modification of the Uniform Building Code, 1970 Edition, Volume I,
relating to Flood or Mud Slide Hazards.
This Ordinance will add a Section to the Uniform Building
Code, providing for review by the Director of Applications for
Building Permits in flood hazard locations and requiring construc-
tion design, materials and methods that will minimize or eliminate
flood damage and authorizing the Director to deny certain permits
where human life is endangered or where the construction is pro-
hibited under flood plain zoning. It will be necessary to conduct
noticed public hearing before the Ordinance may be adopted.
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Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, the City Clerk was
directed to cause Notice of Hearing to be published in the Bakers-
field Californian for two successive weeks (July 5 and July 12)
and set hearing for 8:00 P.M., July 22, 1974 in the Council
Chambers of City Hall to consider adoption of an Ordinance of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield amending Section 13.16.030 of
Chapter 13.16 by adding Subsection (m) thereto, providing for
modification of the Uniform Building Code, 1970 Edition, Volume I,
relating to Flood or Mud Slide Hazards.
Approval of Supplement No. 6 to Revision
of Local Agency-State TOPICS Agreement
No. 2.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Supplement No. 6
to Revision of Local Agency-State TOPICS Agreement No. 2, providing;
for reconstruction and widening of Baker Street between Truxtun
Avenue and the Southern Pacific Railroad, was approved.
Approval of Plans for construction of Chain
Link Fence for Lowell Park.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, Plans for construc-
tion of Chain Link Fence for Lowell Park were approved.
Denial of Application for Encroachment
Permit from the Salvation Army, 724
East 21st Street.
The Public Works Department is recommending that this
application be denied since the property owner has adequate space
to place the transformer within their own property. The placing
of the transformer adjacent to the sidewalk on King Street would
also create an unnecessary hazard in the right of way.
Upon a motion by Councilman Thomas, application for
Encroachment Permit from the Salvation Army, 724 East 21st Street,
was denied.
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Approval of the City of Bakersfield's
Federal-Aid Urban Program for Fiscal
Year 1973-74 through Fiscal Year
1976-77.
The Federal Highway Act of 1973 provided Federal Funds
for expenditure on an urban system of streets and highways. To
qualify for these funds, the urbanized area must have a cooperative
process to produce a three year program identifying the local
projects. The County of Kern is the lead agency for formulating
the cooperative process.
All projects in the program for the City have been bud-
geted and approved by the City Council with the exception of a
tentative, future project on Brundage Lane between Oak and "P"
Streets. The proposed program has been reviewed by the Traffic
Division.
Upon a motion by Councilman Medders, the City of Bakers-
field's Federal-Aid Urban Program for Fiscal Year 1973-74 through
Fiscal Year 1976-77, the Bakersfield urbanized area boundary and
the Federal-Aid Urban route system, was approved.
Adjournment.
There being no further business to come before the
Council, upon a motion by Councilman Bleecker, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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ATTEST:
C TY of the Council
of the C~ty of Bakersfield, California
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