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Home My WebLink About07/15/94 ('- ~. . -- .~~ . iÆ . - I BAKERSFIELD MEMORANDUM July 15, 1994 TO: HONORABLE MÁYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: GENERAL INFORMATION 1. We intended to have the Fire Fund settlement put on the Agenda for ~uly 20th, but the County Fire Union complained to the County CAD. The CAD now has to meet with the Board in Executive Session. After that, we will have another meeting. This issue has just taken on extraordinary delays as a result of the way the County does business. We will continue to keep you informed and to move it forward. It is, however, very frustrating. 2. As I think you all know, the Co-Gen permit has been appealed to the City Council. That will be scheduled before you on August 10, 1994. 3. You will find enclosed a copy of the cover and Page 1 of the Bakersfield Visitors Guide. Please note that the new Bakersfield Holiday Inn is advertising. The first four firms hired on as subcontractors on the job include local, non-local, Union and non-Union. They are continuing to order parts and materials and are gearing up the construction progress as subcontracts are finalized and materials come in. 4. As you have probably heard by now, the Blue and White Collar Unit has ratified the contract offer. We will bring that forward to the Agenda as soon as lithe i I S are dotted and the tis are crossed, II on the wri tten documents. 5. Coming before you soon will be an issue pertaining to a popular and desired low-income housing project which is, unfortunately, planned to be off the end of the runway of the Municipal Airport. Because of the potential conflict between safety and a desired housing project, we are attempting to get a Federal Aviation Administration opinion on this proposal. 6. We received a setback in the Jamieson lawsuit on traffic mitigation fees in the northwest. The Judge has apparently reversed himself and decided that, for a partial mitigation payment, the tract map goes into effect. This item is scheduled for a Closed Session next Wednesday (July 20th). 7. Riverlakes Ranch does not wish to pursue an appeal to Council on the subject of their development agreement payments. As of Wednesday, the 13th, they were unsure of their ability to make the $200,000 payment due the 15th. ...,., .., ~~ HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL July 15, 1994 Page -2- 8. We, along with Tehachapi, appeared before the County Board on the subject of tax splits for an annexation in Delano this week. We got a lot of lip service from the Board about looking forward to the group meeting with the cities, but they passed an 80%/20% resolution anyway, kill i ng the annexation. Continued efforts on the tax split issue are needed. 9. Enclosed are copies of correspondence between Golden Empire Ambulance and the County of Kern regarding the interest of Golden Empire Ambulance in changing the response boundaries for ambulance service in the metropolitan area. There appear to be some disagreements developing between the two ambulance providers. Staff will monitor and update the Counci 1 as we receive information. 10. Enclosed, for your information, is a letter from Governor Wilson1s office in response to our objection to the transfer of Vehicle License Fees from cities to counties. 11. A copy of a letter to the Kern County Water Agency and Castle & Cooke is enclosed, regarding their potential land exchange and how the County's new proposed tax split may affect this project. 12. Enclosed you will find a draft policy on City Council travel and expense. Councilmember Edwards asked staff to do some research on this policy. The main difference between what is currently on the books and what is proposed is that the proposed allows for a set allocation of doll ars to be appropriated to each Council seat. 13. The monthly Claims Activity Report from Risk Management is enclosed, for your information. AT.alb Enclosures ". .. --. ""i ~ ' ! , . : ~ ' ~ !~ ' " J i I I ' / ~ . " ~ ! . h ' f ; . \ ." .. h' ,t. . .!. r~ . /' . . I J ,j I . ' ¡, ,I: J I I ' , Ii , ;', '..",A, . 'I -. I .,-.- ..__.__._~,.. / I I 1 ~ i Opening inSprilìg '95; the Holiday garden atrium, replete wi;th, Ö sparkling Ir:m Bakersfield will be thê primè location fountain.,'Hne dining awaits ¡n'the ' '\ for cultivating perfect meetings. 180~seat atrium restauraht. And the " ,'" ", '",: This exciting new hotel, adjacent atrium lounge" ,«hich Qperis dir~ctly . I " ,"" " , ., to the, Convention Center,is dèsign~d ' onto the outqòor swimming pool and to ~ive your grol.!p roomJo blppsom, deck, wil,l prQyiçJe th€p perfect place witb 257 Quest rooms and, more than to relax among friends. For a change 7,345 sq. ft of flexit)le meeting space, of pace, WQr~ out in our health and subdividable into 4 rooms., Our elegant fitness club or 001., facilities with superbcat~ring serVices You'JI~iDdit allpt theHQliday Inn "I , " " , ".. '.. "". ,,' arid the adjoiriingConvention Center Bakersfield..:, where your group is will :pgcommodate 15 to 1500 people. bound to r After:themeeting; goests will , , " Fôtrêšê'¡Yatiõ~s"ãnqinf()rmåtiôh' ,=0 ¡ "", . relaxin our losh, sun~dreriched, call I-BOO-HOLIDAY. t ¡ " ~~ ,~VUC Bakersfield Convention Center 11o:n9~~m;,o:" I ~ "': I r , , I I I , I I, ~OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Yes, Bakersfield ..............A About the Town..............j The Rich Land..................~ Museums.........................] ] Restaurants ....................1 ~ Performing Arts ..............] ~ ~.r Business & Industry .......11 ~ Recreation """"""""""" m Around Bakersfield ........~] Don't Miss It .................~ ~ Staying Here..................~~ The Conference........ .... J ~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~ ~ ~ C5 @ ê I ~ ~ -i E ~ :!j? ~ I ~~~~@~~~~~~~~~~o~~~~@@~@@e~@e@@@@@@@@ g;- ÜWb tûnø ~ ~ JaW Œ whiIø 8ineø law uisi4 ~ ~ ift ~ Œ nicø . ~~i&œ~ e, we still love country music - mentary, 17 junior high, 12 high, nine ck and Merle and all the good old vocational, one community college, a who perpetuate the legendary state university and a college of law. rsfield ~ound. But listen again and Six major hospitals serve the area. 1 hear cross strains - Beethoven and Corporations seeking new homes find low and jazz. orchestral symphonies and costs and a refreshing spirit of coopera- er pops concerts, light opera, rock, tion. Traffic jams. by today's standards, are , gospel, Latin, soul. The point: nonexistent. sfield's not just a country town anymore. Buildings reflect the city's new sophistica- e point/extends beyond music. Three art gal- tion. Yet part of the surprise is that Bakersfield es grace ~he city. Theater-lovers enjoy quality has never forgotten how to be a small town. productions:from drama to comedy to vaudeville. People smile and say hello, neighbors are Antiquity buffs literally walk through history in neighborly, residents help one another. For its one of California's most original museums. generous spirit of volunteerism, Bakersfield Shoppers sayor retail pleasures more often asso- recently was honored by the President as an "All- ciatéd with Los Angeles or San Francisco. And America City." how many 'towns can boast of seven Basque Over time, many nationalities have arrived restaurants?: here to claim and contribute, enrich and be I Since 1979, Bakersfield has more than dou- enriched. Their influence can be found in the the bled in population, and it's no wonder - the simple pleasures of a local ethnic festival, in good American Dream lives here. With the average food and family fun. Bakersfield, much as it has price of a new three-bedroom, two-bath house changed. remains an ongoing source for such around $107,000, first-time buyers have a real simple pleasures. These days. that may be the shot at home ownership. Schools number 56 ele- most welcome surprise of all. 0> ~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide . , .. . ", I _. 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 ~~ {5/j ~ ha& ~ thø ~ ~~ cify in thø counú;y- sfield, s~at of Kern County, is situated in grapes, carrots, onions and potatoes; of manu- outhern San Joaquin Valley. In season, facturing, tourism and service industries. rea is; a vast patchwork of fields and Population (metro )....,..........361,392 rds that spreads north toward central Elevation in Feet.....................492 ornia and south toward the Tehachapi Average Temperatures .....7so/51 ° separating the city from the Mojave Sunny Days ,.........................,..330 rt and' the Los Angeles basin. East of Average Rainfall ....,............,................5.72" rsfield ~he Sierra Nevada rises rampart-like while Mileage Distances the coast range forms a washboard of steepening Los Angeles .."..,............ ,...........110 that extends to the Pacific Ocean. Pismo Beach.. ............,..............145 isected by highway 99 north of its junction with San Diego ..,............,.................235 Interstate 5, Bakersfield is a virtual transportation hub. Sacramento ...............................272 Eight highw*ys radiate from it within a nine-mile radius. San Francisco ...........................288 This accessibility, in addition to rail, air and bus service, Las Vegas......."..,........,............ ,289 has helped Bakersfield become the second fastest grow- Airlines: American, American Eagle, Skywest, United ing city in the country. Express Quality of life is contributory as well. The housing Rail: Amtrak, Southern Pacific market is the most affordable in the state. Businesses Bus: Greyhound, Orange Belt Stages, TBL Charter Lines have flocked here and families have followed, attracted LAX Shuttle Service: Airport Bus of Bakersfield by the city's moderate climate, stability, educational sys- Shopping: East Hills Mall, Valley Plaza Center, Antique tern and cultural and recreational opportunities. Row, Downtown, numerous shopping villages citywide Bakersfield's economy traditionally has meant oil and Media: 1 daily newspaper, 34 radio stations, 4 TV stations cotton, and 90th industries continue to thrive. But recent Note: Unless specified, area codes in this guide years have seen the rise in importance of fruits, nuts, are 805. 0. ~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide I I ToPortfrville k f. ld I' Famoso Rd . \ Ba erg Ie BAKERSFlELD SPEEDWAY . Points of interest & small towns = Divided highways Lerdo Hwy 0 Interchanges fIE LO S .qf'~Ò - Majorroads I 0 \ \.. ",Q- Streets 65 ~~ (§ Scale To Fresno N 0 1 2 Miles -", /ç. w A E ~,~ Y ~ "., Ó'1'- SOl 2 3 Kilometers " °<) 99 '-'" q' " , ' fIE LO S@Starlight Publishing, !n~;:7~' All , l<eservea "-"-" 0\'" 'r--;:;:\ ' OILDALE ", rJl L~ '1\ l, ~Æ~~~ 7th Standard Rd e "\ ~ HART PAR~\ '\ ( /,i;Þ!::~;!) KERN IVbLL'\ ~ \'\:::: ¿:;:Y I.i\I COUNTY 1:: ij) '\ '1 >..~:;;'/ ~ ( "" ~AlRPüRT. ~ ~ Chino Ceod, .p " -- ~>~~ .. (CALIFORNIA "" ~-':::i<, 1 "'\. :.< 6 /ê~:>,. Y>~<'<; Q LIVING ¡To Lake T:~';¡¡~ ~~~- '1, Norris " ,S::J",""'" " f1/, " , e, 0", "', ~ MUSEUM'K~;,;;ii¡~ W\\ '-< ,',t¡ ,,-\;"<' \ '- Olive § / \" !., & 178 Roberts :;s /~, . ,,-- -'r..., '\ :E -g ~ /- ~~ " , """""'" "I"" """""~ 1"",B"""A"""KER~,.lELDèOLL~,GE"""""""""l'" Panorama 0 ~ ~r~"-/" Colum,' bus '"./) I ~ (U 1/ - -, ,1- . g¡ ~ 204 e KERN COUNTY, ,e>,. ! 178 ':g:ê ¡f MUSElJM_--rJ, ----1 Bernar' "~~ZL~ILLS / MESA MARIN Rosedale Hwy U ~,~ J-!! '" 24th ~ I~I- ~~KER5E" lELD "'" ._~!-----' 84 //' ~ I 19' I 1 ~\~", /ì--~USErM OF ART Niles l~/ :Truxtun \\)-""/1 I I" / ',-' 'I""", ' , 1 A""" ! ---' 'PIOneer DrIve .,.",\' CalIfornia LI --- p,;¿:; ---. n-I, '- I -- Road ~\j/ : Virginia; L CE NTER I r----------- !=:;::;.-"- goStoc~daleíHWYl3rund~1 e.J .",.", 1 ""-:-'" t-----"...IE~djSOl) EO",.,ISON --- I .... 58 ~ G liwy To . ~ (j) Elk) Ming.., - p., e 6 ~ Red ¡ 1"0., ..//~' ~ ;¡: Bank-..::::: rLlTcT^, Wilson VALLEY \ ,-",,'. "-' 0 ' :TL.,T~ JlrU PLAZA \ lII\ :;s Muller Rd ,¡¡;I/I<CIIUP' Planz 'r I f "no'. '" \_- BAKERSFIELD VV"'LCO AIRPARK Hermosa Rd -..... I \.,.- ---"........ Panama Lane I -"'CCUkht 1 I I~~, 20'-, 184 Mou"",'" View I ~~,] ~~ Taft High""ay qENTER¡fi) \)\, U 119 LAMONT To Lake (U "d ~ BIIClla Vista .it: g § .~ °2 0 ~ :g WEEDPATCH ' I Lp '-- Weedpatch Loop (j) U ---fl"""'" \. I :~: Blvd ,l1, 223 "0 :1 "d.... 1 "d fj "d ~ ~ :9 "d "d <t (j) :9 """" ~ u '-< '"'" <t '" 0 '"'" '"'" '" ¡:: OJ "d 0 a ~::r: OJ x p., § '" c::; i3 ~ (U .!!; ii "êJ ~ 1J ,;!.i 6 ~ ,..., ~ ~ .0 ;j .. To [-5 alld "d ,~ (U "d 0 "d ~ if> ',Ç :> 0 I \I Los Allgeles ~ æ;::: ¡.¡;.¡ U Õ v ~ (j) ;> (j) \I 1 Bakersfield Visitors Guide I : lOOKING FOR I AN AUTOMATED W'A'T'C'H & TELLER K ERN, C 0 U N T Y F A I R G R 0 UNO s MACIßNE? Santa Anita' T Golden Gate Fields T Hollywood Park T Bay Meadows EI ~*. Del Mar T Los Alamitos T Northern California Fairs . ..,,1 m.. . SYSTEM Thoroughbreds. Quarter Horses. Harness II . d You' Fin Admission is only $3.00 THEPROFESS°l!@ at all KSFCU office & Parking is Free locations: . 4530 Ming Avenue Doors open 1 hour before post tIme (East of McDonald's) Designated smoking area with a TV for your convenience. . . adm" Th da d d " d 8200 Stockdale Hwy. Semors 55+ ltted Free on urs y. No one un er 18 a mltte (Town & Country) For more information call 805/833-4929 . 4550 California Ave. 1 1 4 2 S:O U T H PST R E E T B A K E R S FIE L 0 (ARCO Tower) Information subject to change. During Kern County Fair admission, parking and Senior day is changed. 2424 Chester Ave. (Downtown) SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE VALUE" FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT. VARIETY (N:::~:::~:fiX:;~~~~:ge) 0: 0 5 E COX CAB L E 1621 N. Downs Street Bakersfield's Cable Company. 327-0821 (in Ridgecrest) [ I I I I I The~Sl\IE¡OChannel cmc cmc cmc comes with your and at , . ' . . Complete Basic I I I. I I I Cable Service at yaney PI~a . . (In the OasIs) 820 2~nd 5t Bakersfield, CA 93301 no additional cost. Memorial Hospital (in the lobby) Kern County Fairgrounds (inside the gate) Price Costco Warehouse (by the service counter) ~~~~~~~ . . ~J!@I DEPEND ON US! ~ Bakersfielð Visitors Guide I ~ ê 'c -' ~ ! ~ J;; ~ .ê' '§ "¥ ¡ E ~ ~ = "" /' , I i @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@oo@@o@o@ooo@oo@oo@ooo@@@ I : ~ ~ .l7od~ ~I ~ pIacø ~ in~ -C5%net {JJJ,OHiUIÞ Œah~~ "/(962 old brought Thomas Baker to California, but by Baker's hospitality and the richness of the it was land that ensured his place in history. site, stayed on. Thus in 1869, "Baker's field" 63, Baker contracted to reclaim 500,000 - on which many civic buildings stand of Kern River swampland. Good fortune today - became Bakersfield. the Colonel, and for sucèeeding, he As the town grew, the land gave forth again. In ed 87,000 acres. 1899, oil was discovered a scant 13 feet below the ping 80 for himself, Baker surveyed surface of what was to become the richest field in tion for his townsite and sold the rest. California. Within four years, the Kern River field was nizing how rich the alIuvial soil was, he turned to producing seven of every 10 barrels of crude recovered ng, fencing off 10 acres on which he invited trav- in the state. Bakersfield rode high on a sea of rs to rest and graze their animals. Some, encouraged black gold. Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~ Cottle graze the rich lond nem Arvin.. @ Gregory Iger Water is not far behind in its influence on the area's Adversity has only made Bakersfield stronger. In 1889, fortunes. As canals brought the life-giving Kern River to fire raced through town - within three hours 15 city fields and orcha~ds, Bakersfield became a cornucopia of blocks had burned. Yet within months a new and finer agricultural production. Virtually everything grew, as city emerged from the ashes. In 1952, an earthquake early photographs of county commerce exhibits attest. shook the city to its core, disrupting commerce and affect- Today cotton is the leading crop, as it has been since ing lives throughout the area. Again Bakersfield rebuilt, the 1920s, followed by grapes, almonds, carrots, pista- this time generating an economic surge that continues to chios and citrus. this daY: 0 ..,EUM Take a Walk on the MOVING TO BAKERSFIELD OR .~ Wild Side~ & Lori Brock <hUdreR's Disco.er <enler PLANNING AN OUT With over 50 exhibit buildings Visit the OF TOWN MOVE? brimming wit~ historical objects California Ask JOY: the museum's parklike setting is a Living great place to discover the past. . Not Sure Of Schools Young visitors will want to explore Museum . Shopping Centers the Lori Brock Children's Discovery H\\'\'. 178 & Alfred Harrell IN BAHEA5FIELD Center featuring many hands-on . Housing Market exhibits and activities. o"'~ ,~ì~es ill tlw foothill.~ of . Job Market Meeting and banquet Bakers/'¡j/d 'you will filld CALIU... BESSIE facilities available. a fami~y-oriellted wildlife Don't have time to make several 1!:rperÙmce, complete with plallts 3801 Ch~ster Avenue wil{A/limals lIa tive t(~~~a¡rl/ ia, long distant phone calls? Bakersfield, CA 93301 b'rnaPI gardel/.~ llITu "" ural LET US PUT YOU IN (805)861-2132 history' disph.l'y.~ ill 0111' Educatiol/ TOUCH WITH A '".. Cel/ter. Hq'lr~. (llId d(l'y.~ of "FRIEND" oper(ltioit¡""~(I.~()lIal (llId .<1!¡¡¡ subject fô chal/ge. 1-800-338-8516 For information, please call (805) 831-2100 '-. (305) 372-CALM. 'II.'~;'r ,,~; ~2I. 5407 Stockdale Hwy" lOOt Nüturet Good Tirtle~ #100 CIVIC CENTER Bakersfield. CA 93309 W Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~ ~ ;::; ~ ] ~ ;¡¡ ~ ~ I ~ J¡' j; ~ ~ ~ ] I I i @@@0000000000000@O0@@@@@@@0@@@@@@@0@@0@@@0@ ~t ~ wøuld &eenI/ ff coaU &tep 6acft ~ i4 8eØ and ~ w. t's the premise behind the splendid 16-acre Kern zoo and natural history museum in a family-oriented, unty Museum. Visitors stroll among 56 historic educational setting. Both kids and adults will enjoy this ructures: houses, cabins, businesses, hotel and bank, exceptional facility and nearby Lake Ming. 14000 urch, courthouse and jail - even an oil rig - from Alfred Harrell Highway, 872-2256. rious eras in the county's past. Here among the trees Art lovers will appreciate the Bakersfield Museum of d restored buildings, it's easy to picture the immi- Art, located in Central Park and surrounded by rose ant baker racking sourdough bread, the merchant and camellia gardens as well as sculpture courtyards. lling dry goods, the blacksmith at his forge or the The museum, though compact in size, hosts nationally ildcatter anticipating a gusher - just as it happened. important exhibits throughout the year. These change Inside the main building is a fascinating glimpse at every six weeks and range from painting and e history of mail order merchandise among other photography to sculpture and fiber arts. 1930 R Street, things worthy of a look. The museum also maintains a 323-7219. surprisingly well-stocked bookstore and is home Welcoming visitors also are the academic art gal- to the Lori Brock Children's Museum with leries, In addition to Bakersfield College's per- hands-on displays and activities for kids. 3801 manent art collection, showings by faculty, stU- Chester Avenue (watch for the Beale Clocktower dents and guest artists rotate there. 1801 replica), 861-2132, Panorama Drive, 395-4616. Todd Madigan Just northeast of Bakersfield, the Gallery at CSUB features changing displays of California Living Museum (CALM) offers a student, faculty and community art. 9001 I combination botanical garden, zoo, petting Stockdale Highway, 664-2238. .0 I Bakersfield Visitors Guide 11 I i I ~ENCH BAKERY, INC DISCOVER THE I Since 1945, a family tradition of baking .the same DIFFERENCE delicious bread the old fashioned way and served at your favorite restaurant and grocery store, Genuine: Sour Dough and Sweet Dough French Bread 717 East 21st Street. Bakersfield, California 93305 ! (805) 322-7159 I I AWARD WINNING WINE LIST Discover the variety of over 50 distinctive ~~\1 trn bY. the <J3rff. shops, including fine Department stores- fielD'S FINE DINING fXPf 71 Harris', Gottschalks, and Mervyn's. Let AKERS C RlfNC . ß f United Artists Theatre entertain you with For Reservations Enjoy our "FOU R 5T AR" the latest and greatest movies. 1327 -29151 ALWAYSO~E~:::HEPU8L1C Lunch: Tues..Sat 11 :30..2:00 Open For Lunch Dinner:Tues-Thurs 5:30..9:30 Tuesday thru Friday ~ ~ Fri-Sat 5:00-9:30 11 :30 - 2:00 r BANQUET FACILITIES Pinner Tuesday thru Sunday 5:30 - 9:30 Discover the convenience warm atmosphere Restaurant Of Distinction SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE and friendly service at'East Hills Mall. ' Unquestio1;1ably The Most BRUNCH 10AM-2PM Fashionable And Exciting A i RESERV A nONS RECOMMENDED JB & Mari~ Curutchague VALET SERVICE Plenty Of Parking CLOSED:SUN & MON Terrace ~ining, Ban~uets Welcome ~ m~. OA S"[ Live Entertainment ~OO K. m-" ..'" Bakersfield CA .f~.- STOCKDALEHWY , Major CredIt Cards z California Ave Accepted" . TAVERN BY " B,undage 805 - ~ We invite you to join us for a pleasant .. 831.5225 SUNDALEAVE 0 WEST HIGH shopping experience...East Hills Mall ~ Ming Ave SCHOOL Bakecsfield 6218 SUNDALE AVE BAKERSFIELD, CA Shopping Hours Monday - Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. H d' 1', II J:IIß/9. P. Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 0 e s ~~ ~~ Sunday II a.m. to 6 p.m. CO U N T ~ Y DIN I N G Located just off Highway 178 at Oswell "Where a {ot of little things make the big difference" Steak House & Saloon . Breakfast: . Banquets 10701 Highway 178 I . Lunch . Caterings (Four minutes East of East Hills Mall) 0° Tak t Bakersfield, CA 93306. (805) 366-2236 . Inner . e-ou. . (805) ;399-3341 Know~f~~~~~~~d~~i:e Rib EAST HILLS MALL I Freeway ~9 at Olive Drive Country Western Entertainment Nightly I Bak~rsfield, CA Line Dance Lessons 1l Bakersfidd Visitors Guide I I I @e@ø@@@@@@øøø@@@eoeeeOOOOOO000000000000eeoo {7J aMfDØ J ~ g;; ta8l:ej conWinø cIwp¡xxt to~ ~ ~ ~~ ~and~chik&(~~~~ ~and . {7J!end ~ ~ unLit clwn/w-SDloo& - ff ~ ~~saucø~pasœ. J~~~ - .~iþø COtll<te.'fff r>/,g:;<Clnh/ulÍclitÙlo field restaurants begin with the Basque. dining in the old days. If Basque food were a range from fine dinner houses to family- color, it would be the bright red of peasant establishments where the meal is served tablecloths and gingham napkins. Bring the ng tables, reminiscent of sheepherder family, dress casually and come hungry. des are 805. Noriega's lfCANICONTllNJENTAL 525 Sumner St. 322-8419 Pyrenees Cafe 601 Sumner St. 323-0053 Wool Growers 620 East 19th St. 327-9584 BASQUJE JßARJß.JECIUIJE Restaurant Benji's French Basque Restaurant 1804 Chester Ave. 325-9725 4001 Rosedale Hwy. 328-0400 Barbecue Factory Kevin's at the Loft Chalet Basque 3401 Chester Ave. 325-3700 1800 Chester Ave. 633-2283 200 Oak St. 327-2915 Hickory House Sutter Street Bar & Grill Chateau Basque 1230 18th S1. 327-7284 3535 Rosedale Hwy, 327-8536 Union at 1st St. 325-1316 CHINJESlE Woody's Grill & Bar Maitia's Basque Restaurant China Garden 5555 Truxtun Ave. 324-7400 3535 Union St. 324-4711 4721 Planz Rd. 834-6462 Bakersfield Visitors Guide 1~ ---- I Grand China Restaurant Marie Callender's GJERMAN 3770 Ming Ave. 83k6300 3801 California Ave, 327-0477 Bit of Germany Panda Pala(:e HNJE DllNllNG 1901 Flower St. 325-8874 118 Oak St 325-8888 Peking Pala(:e The Bistro llTALJ[AN 5105 California Ave. 323-3905 Frugatti's 5600 Auburn St. 872-9686 Citrus Grove 600 Coffee Rd. 836-2000 I Rke Bowl 11200 Lake Ming Rd. 872-5000 I 1119 18th St. 323-2901 Luigi's Hungry Hunter 725 East 19th St 322-0926 FAMILY 3580 Rosedale Hwy. 328-0580 Olive Garden Baker's Square J.C. S(:ott's 1701 New Stine Rd. 832-1278 3939 Ming Ave. 832-9648 4001 Auburn St 872-3818 .3101 Mall View Rd. 872-9035 Hodel's Restaurant Mama Tosl:a's I Olive Drive at Hwy. 99. 399-3341 6631 Ming Ave. 831-1242 Papa Ri(:do's Speakeasy 1300 Coffee Rd. 588-1928 I The Jun(:tion Misty's Restaurant &> Lounge 2620 Pierce Rd. 327-9651 3100 Camino Del Rio. 323-7111 Rosa's Italian Restaurant Lorene's Coffee S~op Tavern By The Green 2400 Columbus St 872-1606 1531 23rd St 322-q887 6218 Sundale Ave. 831-5225 jAPANJESJE/SUSHI Akira Japanese Restaurant 4154 California Ave. 326-1860 Your #1 Banzai Restaurant 4149 Ming Ave. 398-8434 Izumo Sushi 4412 Ming Ave. 398-0608 Source Shimura's Japanese Restaurant 5141 Ming Ave. 831-1529 MJEXllCAN El Adobe For Quality 2620 Ming Ave, 397-1932 El Torito 4646 California Ave, 395-3035 Garda's Justin Boo ts 6051 White Ln, 836-2747 Jake's Tex-Mex Cafe 1710 Oak St. 322-6380 Mexkali 631 18th St. 327-3861 5601 California Ave, 327-5201 Pepe's Getaway Cafe 4158 California Ave. 327-1378 MJEV ITJERRA.NJEAN Cafe Med 5600 Auburn St 873-8106 SAlLAD BAR, JETC. Fresh Choi(:e 4102 California Ave. 322-0373 Garden Spot 3320 Truxtun Ave. 323-3236 Sizzler I Real Rd. at California. 325-2976 ,I SPJECJ[AlL TY Ii Country Rose Tea Room I 163 H St. 322-5965 ! Guild House 1905 18th St 325-5478 I I Java Jazz Coffee House :1 EMf°!l{1JM 2l05 19th St. 324-5717 Ii il Western Wear STJEAK & SEAlFOOD ~ for the Bla(:k Angus : , Entire Family 3601 Rosedale Hwy. 324-0814 11 I Cadilla(: Ran(:h Steakhouse &> Saloon I J I 10701 Hwy. 178.366-2236 I Fish Grotto ¡ I 2129 Brundage Ln. 323-0519 I 19th & N Stre~t, Downtown Bakersfield, 3 Blocks from the Convention Center KC Steakhouse 325-8476. Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 11-4 2515 F St. 322-9910 0> Bread photo courtesy of Pyrenees Bakery 1~ Bakersfieid Visitors Guide ----- I = I ~ è5 @ I I I I I I' I I i I ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ œ ~ffield i8/ 6e&t/ ~ ~ iú counb;y- &OUnd. 9i ~ ~ Œ ~ in nuuw ~ ~ if~. Bakersfield is best known for its guest artists, outdoor summer pops, chamber estern tradition - native-son music, Symphony Singers, contemporary ck Owens and Merle Haggard, hot- musical trends, Young People's Concerts, a Bach billy clubs, warm country nights at the festival, and the holiday favorite, The Nutcracker. unty Fair bandstand. Country music Call 323-7928. II favor the twangy Bakersfield beat - as Classical music also lives in the Musica de Camera ry stations. concerts at Cal State University, Bakersfield. In the field, however, has a rich tradition in the splendidly accoustic Ooré Theater, young musicians rms of classical music. For six decades, the present a popular series of chamber, operatic, orchestral ld Symphony Orchestra has reprised the and chorale events. 664-3093. Classical fans will also . This year, performances include world-class appreciate the week-long Beethoven Festival in late June Bakersfield Visitors Guide 1~ -I , \ "'.\/'1\ . -' * Convention \\;. " ~ervice§ ,..'~<\,",.,. * Cla§§ C2eunion ~ . - .~ @ * 1J'::1,':cn:::dren , ~y§tem§ I (805) :631-9562 (800) 4DJ-NTWK 1. q)racufa Call for Dates and 2. Q)fte Ð'(tkaáo /eket $' TIIMn fU N oS. TOOD! 3. Q)fte ~usetrap ~usica( éJheatf'e 4. GWtfá CW"est ~o«ies 206 China Grade Loop 5. <Huncft&ack e (80S) 393-7886 6. Sfterfock C}fo[mes . , VaudeVIlle Revue PreseDt your room 7. (Jiristmas (festivaf wit~every shO~! key aDd receive our Th . 7pm Fri - Bpm Eat In our Starving v.1 P Di tt Sat - 2 & 8pm Sun - 6pm Actors Saloon! 8 8 SCOUR 8 Gor1f1 Brooks works his mogic. Courtesy, KUlZ-fM by musicians from around the state. I D . J 18 G d 664-3093, ., Bev aVIS U Ie ae e Jazz is big in Bakersfield. Quality 'I local jazz bands hold forth monthly at I ( 805) 836 - 6210 the CSUB-sponsored Jazz Coffeehouse, and top jazz musicians often perform in 1- 800 - 726 - 5 569 town. The Bakersfield Jazz Festival . (May, 664-3093) is always well attend- IntroduCIng Bakersfield ed. For musical variety, the Bakersfield To Newcomers Community Concert Association spon- ~ sors performances at the Convention I IIíiì8I8ìiIiìI Complimentary Buyers Center by touring professionals. : COLDWELL BANKER Information Package 322-4529. ! PREFERRED, REALTORS@ Theater arts thrive here. The 201NEWSTlNERD,SUITE#100 RE CA' 0 S ES C TER " BAKERSFIELD, CA 93309 LO fiTI NERVI C EN BakersfIeld CiVIC Light Opera stages well-loved musicals between May and March (325-6100), Bakersfield Community Theater presents local actors in a range of productions - ." between September and June (831- 8114), and Vaudeville Express Melodrama Theater plays not only to audience emotions, but participation as well - cheers, boos and sighs are encouraged (393- 7886). Productions by the Bakersfield College (395-4388) and Cal State Bakersfield (664-3093) .1 ;;.',','. :":-::;; -';:-""HC~ Theater Programs are always worth , G4mM.. f.øfJfÌ;MØ4" attending. Check playbills for dates .~~'1::;.- "'a..,.ttø~..C~I'" '9&09 and times. 0 \ 10 Bakersfield Visitors Guide ¡ ~ ~ Œ @ ). ~, I 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 , ufk?~ ~~~{;iðn& ŒPØ J!oøk¿W ~ \¡ \. I f ~tfield. W7u¡y Jom ~ LUIUcft I I ~ ~thø~. sfield's importance as a center for busi- Oil boomed here after discovery of the Kern and industry is much like the River field in 1899. Today, 67 percent of the rsfield Business Conference - it con- state's and nine percent of the nation's s to grow. Organized in 1985 as a petroleum output comes from the area. Kern ring of local professionals, the first County also provides 41 percent of t seated 250 guests. Speakers included California's natural gas. Both major omist Arthur Laffer and business columnist Mark oil companies and independents play signifi- ns. After subsequent conferences with speakers cant roles in the local economy, employing some Ronald Reagan, George Bush, Lee Iaccoca, .Jack 20,000 people. p and Norman Schwarzkopf, attendance at this Only oil leads agriculture in total value. Cotton has ar's event is expected to be 12,000. long been the county's top crop, followed last year by Bakersfield is attracting business and industry in grapes, almonds, carrots, pistachios and citrus. similar fashion. Recently, major corporations like Apples, potatoes, onions, watermelons, lettuce and J Frito Lay, Nestle, Phillips Lighting, Sears Logistics tomatoes further account for the area's reputation as - Services and State Farm Insurance have located here, the nation's salad bowl. drawn by the area's favorable conditions. The manu- Sheep and cattle also constitute an historic and ~ facturing, construction, retail and service sectors have integral part of the agricultural landscape where Kern I become increasingly important. They join those indus- County leads the state in the production of lamb and tries which for decades have been synonymous with wool. In all, livestock ranching accounted for over $35 Bakersfield - oil and agriculture. million in sales revenue. <0 Bakersfield Visitors Guide 11 I ! , -E! 1 ~~ @ ~ ci ~ E 8 ~ ¿ ~ ~ I ~ ~ ~ :E ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ g ~ § ~ ~ ~ j <c I @ @ @ 0 @¡@ @ @ @ 0 @ @ @ 0 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 0 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ~~~inand~ ~ i8/~. (f~SÜW i8/ ha,.¿ ) r rafting is perhaps the biggest lure, everything from fishing to water-skiing to wind- of t;he Kern River are among the. surfing, Yet it is but one lake option. Buena llenging in America, From early 4 Vista Aquatic Recreation Area features both an rough September, half a dozen \ 86-acre fishing lake and an 873-acre boating ill take you on the ride of your life, \ lake. Lake Ming is popular with water-skiers; cc nied by sun, spray and hearty chow. 1- boat races take place there in summer. he er's Øiversity allows for a -', Hart Memorial Park's two lakes offer wide nge ,of adventures, from ~ quieter sports like wading, swimming begi r through Class V hot dog. and fly-casting. For i rmation, call 325-5051. , Bakersfield offers motorsport La Isabella, largest freshwater enthusiasts three different race lake in Southern California, offers tracks. Mesa Marin Raceway's 1~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide ¡ ! I ~ "- .. . : " \,' i I I ( Fons pursue their possion ot three Oleo roce trocks. @ Gregol'{ Iger high-banked ov¡11 track features stock car racing (366- Within Bakersfield's city limits are 33 parks, fine spots 5711), Bakersfield Speedway hosts stock, motorcycle and for family outings. Kern Soccer Park is North America"s midget racing (393-3373), while Bakersfield Raceway is largest soccer complex. Sam Lynn Ball Park is home to the home to drag racing (399-5351). Bakersfield Dodgers, Class A affiliate of the Los Angeles Area golf courses offer uncrowded fairways and prices parent club. Tickets are available from early April through you may not have seen for a while if you're from Los early September (322-1363). Angeles or San Francisco. For a complete listing of the Skiers have the snow-capped Sierra Nevada for their area's six fine public and five private courses, as well as winter playground; the nearest resort is Shirley Meadows the city's numerous tennis facilities, call 325-5051. off Highway 155,619-376-4186. Have fun! <0 CATCH THE ACT/ON f \ I - The w~sts fastest 1/2 mile raceway - Home of the NASCAR October Classic - The high banks of Mesa Marin Raceway make it. one of America1s finest racing facilities and test tracks. - We feature national concert tours and film production locations. 194 Schedule of Major Events APRIL 23 NASCAR WInston West series 200 JUNE 18 NASCAR WInston West Series 200 JULY 2 NASCAR Southwest Tour Series 100 JULY 30 NASCAR Southwest Tour Series 100 AUGUST 27 NASCAR Southwest Tour Series 100 OCTOBER 14,15,16 NASCAR WInston West Series 300 i NASCAR Southwest Tour Series 200 ~ USAC Championship SilVer Crown Series 100 ~! Skoal Bandit Racing Late Model Stock Car 1 00 '1 Located ID miles east 01' Fwy gg on Hwy 178 For Inrnrmation: (BD5) 366-5711 l~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide I I î @ go ~ h, : ! § .~ , ]¡ ~ ~ ø if ~ ~ = , J \ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ !I ou -' oø ~ thø ~ &an1þled thø ~ Jwpped thø ~ wined and dind andfiúed. WIuw ~ ~ ~ neæf;~ ÞÆenw. orty minutes southeast, off Highway 58, Tehachapi Fifteen miles west of Bakersfield, Tule Elk Loop is the outstanding feat of early railroad history. Reserve offers visitors a look at the smallest Built by Southern Pacific Chief Engineer and rarest of elk. These area natives, hunted William Hood in 1876 to boost trains over to near extinction by Gold Rush settlers, now Tehachapi grade, the still-used loop is a placidly graze the reserve which is open ,.;' marvel. The fun is watching long freights coil from 8 a.m, until sunset. 8653 Station Road, over themselves from the vantage point near 765-5004. Keene. In spring, the area is alive with Thirty minutes south, the A. D. Edmondston wildflowers. Pumping Plant (the world's largest) lifts Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~1 I 1 i. Nearby lakes make Bakersfield a hot booting area. @ Gregory Iger California Aqueduct water 2000 feet over the Tehachapi No visit here is complete without a trip up the Kern. Mountains on its way to Southern California. How that's Highway 178 tracks this world-class whitewater river done at the rate of 2,000,000 gallons per minute is well east up Kern Canyon to Lake Isabella and the scenic worth seeing. Five miles east of the Grapevine, 858- Kern River Valley. Fishing, rafting, water-skiing, wind- 2211. Afterwards, take Interstate 5 south to Fort Tejon. surfing, hiking, quaint communities and snow skiing far- This 1854-built outpost housed the Army's Camel Corps, ther on all await your discovery. Fifteen minutes north which trekked ~upplies to the area's remote regions. of Bakersfield, Wasco's showy rose fields confirm why Today visitors enjoy living history programs and mock the rose is America's favorite flower. Feast your eyes Civil War skirmishes. 4201 Fort Tejon Road, 248-6692. spring through fall. 0> ~~~ For a unique experience in Bakersfield, join us in this beautiful tUrn of the century setting. A delicious Gourmet Luncheon i is served Monday - Friday, : September through June I 11 :30 am to 1 :30 pm Guild House is operated entirely by volunteers and proceeds go to the Henrietta Weill Child Guidance Clinic. DIAMOND LIMOUSINE RESERV A TrONS SUGGESTED CALL 325-5478 A I I Occasions Lincoln Stretch & Super Stretch œd III .~ Rolls Royce' Vans' Sedans j m ,~ 300 Terrace Wa" TCP# 6060 .. ~~ Bakersfieid Visitors Guide æ i I I ~ } æ r C i c 0 "= , ~~~~~~O~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~O~~~~~~~OOOO~~ ? Pßah~ i& Œ f;own tIuw ~ ~ iff haoø Œ lÜnej Jh»n fisLioak iff ~/ and ~ iff Cfioi! W~ ~ ~enaCÚnenL&. rn County Fairgrounds is the leading stager of events, playbills, Listings here are as complete as possible; for ith as many as eight happenings per weekend. For a more on specific events, call 800-325-6001 or the num- omplete listing, call the fairgrounds office at 833-4900. bers indicated. Area codes are 805. Recurring events r theater and concert dates, please see local ads and are starred *, 1994 23-24 Warbirds in Action* Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History World War II bombers, fighters and trainers plus ground Demonstrations bring history to life at this restored U.S. displays and modem military fly-bys. Shatter Air¡x.¡rt. 393-0291 Army Camel Corps outpost, Lebec. 248-6692 30 Bakersfield Festival of Beers * Civil War Skirmish Re-enactment Live music, food and more than 100 premium beers to Strategy and tactics from the war between the States sample. Stramler Park. 631-7363 re-created at Fort Tejon. 248-6692 30-5/1 Gem & Mineral Show* 19-24 Kern County Fair Horse Show Classic * Exhibits, demos, dealer sales, giant petrified wood display. Kern County Fairgrounds, 589-4954 Jumpers, trotters, prancers and posers at Kern County MAY 1994 Fairgrounds. 833-4900 1 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History (see April) 23-24 Arvin Wddðower Festival * 6-7 Stampede Days Rodeo Wildflowers at their peak, live bands on stage every hour, Rousing PRCA rodeo sponsored by Kern County Sheriffs parade, arts & crafts. DiGiorgio park. 854-2265 ReselVe. Fairgrounds. 391-7627 Bakersfield Visitors Guide ¿~ -- I ì Power boot races at Lake Ming. @ Gregory Iger 7. Muscle Car Show (see April) 21-10/2 Great Kern County Fair* Post-1949 "muscle car" plus entertain- JULY 1994 Major entertainment, community and ment, contests, show & shine. Kern 3 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History commercial exhibits, livestock show and County Museum grounds. 861-2132 (see April) auction, rodeo, midway, Kern 13-14 Bakersfield Jazz Festival * 17 Civil War Skirmish Demonstations County Fairgrounds. 883-4900 Jazz styles from fusion to soul jazz and (see April) OCTOBER 1994 traditional straight-ahead to new-age AUGUST 1994 2 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History scat. CSUB: 664-2011 7 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History (see April) 15 Civil War 'Skirmish Demonstrations (see April) 15 Bakersfield Business Conference* (see April) : 13-14 Home Show* (see Page 30) 21-22 Tehachapi Wmd Fair* Innovations, demonstrations, food; 15-16 Village Artisans Medieval Faire* Combination alternative energy there's no place like the Home Show, Arts & crafts people from all over I exposition and countIy fair. Mountain Bakersfield Convention Center, America, medieval costumes, jousting I Valley Airport, 822-3222 327-7559 and dancing. 328-1943 22 Flor y Canto Festival * 21 Civil War Skirmish Demonstrations 16 Civil War Skirmish Demonstrations Celebration of Hispanic arts and culture (see April) (see April) featuring all-day entertainment. Kern SEPTEMBER 1994 21 Oktoberfest* County Museum, 861-2132 4 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History Traditional festival with German-style JUNE 1994 (see April) buffet dinner, dancing to live music, 5 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History 8-11 Wasco Festival of Roses* benefit auctions. 327-2424 (see April) , Carnival barn dance, tennis and golf 28-30 Bakersfield Home 11 Pushrods Car Show tournamnets, parade, arts & crafts, rose Improvement Show* Pre-1949 street rods plus entertainment, field tours and mini Rose &>wl. contests, show & shine, Kern County 758-2746 Everything to help you fix up your j Museum grounds. 861-2132 16-18 S1. George's Greek Festival* castle, Kern County Fairgrounds. 17-18 Seventh Annual One-Act PIays* Two days of Greek folk dancing, 833-4900 A celebration of the dramatic art form at continuous music and authentic Greek NOVEMBER 1994 '1 Bakersfield Community Theater. food. 325-8694 6 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living History 831-8114 18 Civil War Skirmish Demonstrations (see ApIiI) I 19 Civil War Skirmish Demonstrations (see ApIiI) 18-12131 Christmas Festival '94 ¿~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide -----.-- ---. I I I Old-time holiday festivities at Vaudeville , Express Melodrama, Oildale. 393-7886 19-20 AntiqudColledible Show* i Treasures and bargains galore at Kern County Fairgrounds, 833-4900 f, 25-27 Craft Show* I Always great holiday gift ideas at this r Bakersfield Convention Center event 327-7559 DECEMBER 1994 I Bakersfield Christmas Parade* I Floats, marching bands, animated I characters and, of course, Santa. I 322-8741 2-3 "Chez Noel" Christmas Home Tour Bakersfield homes dressed up for Christmas and good cheer. Lunch, treats, treasures, 398-8121 2-3 Holiday Gala* Luminarias, period costumes, minstrels, carolers, bell choirs. Kern County Museum grounds, 861-2132 4 Fort Tejon Dragoons Living lfistory (see April) JANUARY 1995 ** Antique Show & Sale* Everything antique for amateurs aficionados, Kern County Fairgrounds. 833-4900 ** Fort Tejon Dragoons Living lfistory (see April) ** Kern County Business R!@ID 0 Outlook Conferen,e 36th annual peek into the area's economic future, For evel)'one who lives ~ fitne~~ works here, or intends to. ReseIVations: 861-2367 FEBRUARY 1995 * * Fort Tejon Dragoons Living lfistory (see April) ** Craft Fair & Sale At the Kern County Fairgrounds. 833-4900 ** Gold Skate Classic* Major roller skating competition returns to Bakersfield Convention Center. 327-7559 ** Home & Garden Show* Everything for your two favorite places RD.mmm¡p>æIr'ftTI1J.g. . . WftltIhlTUTI1J.mm.mlt\CIhlæ<dl Vahne! at Kern County Fairgrounds. 833-4900 Oversize rooms & suite upgrades New 3600 sq. ft., staffed Fitness Complex MARCH 1995 Citms 9row, our 4 Star restaurant, 17 lighted UST A Tennis courts ** Fort Tejon Dragoons Living lfistory and fiacquef:) Grille 36 holes of surrounding golf \ (see April) The new Oasis Spa Olympic & tanning pools '. ** Kern County Fair Boat, RV ... Complimentary Shuttle & Sporls Show Saunas, jacuzzis & therapy spas RVs, campers, boats, jet skis, motorcy 6 fully equipped meeting rooms Basketball & beach volleyball, lake Mlng W' des, automotive accessories, food. Kern Corporate Rates From $65 jogging & mountain biking County Fairgrounds, 833-4900 .0 * * For dates, please call the numbers listed Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~il I I - \ E I j ? \ ~ I 000,0000000000000000000000000000000000000 ~ Vallw w-elco-,n~ ~ ~ 6~ aw-ait-& ~ at; {5ß ahel~ ~ nta'tY ~ . t~ ""' rom residence inns to conference hotels, motels to committed to making your stay in Bakersfield a \, resorts, amenities abound (check grid). Many places pleasant one. For more information, check the offer complimentary breakfast and room service. Bakersfield Lodging Directory or calI 325-5051. Area All are conveniently located, reasonably priced and codes are 805. 0> ~~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide I . ACCOMMODATION CONTINENTAL ROOM I. BREAKFAST SERVICE I BEST WESTERN HILL HOUSE I 700 Truxtun Avenue . I 327-4064 " BEST WESTERN INN i 2620 Pierce Road . . ¡ 327-9651 V BEST WESTERN OAK INN I 889 Oak Street . ! 324-9686 CALIFORNIA INN 3400 Chester Lane . 328-1100 COMFORT INN 2514 White Lane . I 833-8000 i COMFORT INN I 830 Wible Road . i 831-1922 COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT 3601 Marriott Drive 324-6660 DAYS INN . 3540 Rosedale Highway . : 326-1111 I I DOWNTOWNER INN : 1301 Chester Avenue . I 327-7122 ECONOMY INNS OF AMERICA 6100 Knudsen Drive 392-1800 HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 4400 Hughes Lane . 833-3000 ! i- LA QUINT A INN ,,; 3232 Riverside Drive . 325-7400 LONE OAK INN 10614 Rosedale Highway . 589-6600 QUALITY INN AIRPORT 4500 Pierce Road . 324-5555 RADISSON SUITES INN 828 Real Road . 322-9988 RAMADA INN 3535 Rosedale Highway . . 327-0681 . RED LION HOTEL .~ 3100 Camino del Rio . 323-7111 RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 4241 Chester Lane . 321-9800 RIO BRAVO TENNIS & FITNESS RESORT 11200 Lake Ming Road . 872-5000 SHERATON INN 5101 California Avenue . . ~'\ 325-9700 SKYWAY INN I 1305 Skyway Drive . ( 399-9321 I SUPER 8 LODGE , 901 Real Road I 322-1012 I Bakersfield Visitors Guide ~1 I ~ I Kern Counly You're j surv- kit Somebody Special In i Bakersfield! I ! With our great location, \ friendly service and fabulous rates, you'll feel like somebody special at the ¡ Ramada Inn Bakersfield. . . 197 Spacious Rooms ¡ Whether you plan to stay a night or a lifetime, The Bakersfield Californian is the area's . . most complete source of news and information. To subscribe, call 1-800-953-5353 Cable TV with Movie m Channel iØa1æmJ: <taliførnian Swimming Pool & Spa "We Read You" Landscaped Gardens I Airport Transportation ' Non Smoking Rooms . . , Handicapped Rooms ....LD. I WDRS E t I M ' Center, Golf, Shopping and ~ . ven n ay. Fitness Center ~ California Hot Rod Reunion-November Banquet and Meeting . J . d t 8 1 6 Facilities for up to 400 Unlor rags ers - yrs. . High school races S.!!!!!f!!LD ~UITER SIREEf . Test:& Tune every Friday night ~ e1BAR & GRILL Track located on Famoso Rd. between Hwy. 99 &Hwy. 65. RACEW'AV' Serving Br~ast, Lunch From Hwy. 99 take the Hwy. 46 off ramp. ... and Dinner Daily For schedule information call (805) 399-2210 A DIVISION OF NHU Famous For Our Succulent Baby Back Ribs /~ WHEN YOU'RE LIVING OUT OF A SUITCASE... COCk~~~~;::r:With -' In Bakersfield. 64 Spacious Guest Rooms RAMAD it C f I . Free Continental Breakfast BAKERSFIELD I om ort nn ' I 99 E . Who L . Swimming Pool & Spa Rosedale Highway at Highway 99 /~ - Xlt lte ane ' 1 3535 Rosedale Highway 2514 White Lane . Remote Color TV, Cable, HBO Bakersfield, CA 93308 Bakersfield,CA93304 . Corporate, AAA, Military Rates (805)327-0681 \ I For reservations call 805-833-8000 or toll-free 1-800-4-CH 0 I CE I l~ Bakersfield Visitors Guide I I BEST WESTERN ~ Since 1986 OAK INN ali-fornia Best FWY.99 AT CALIFORNIA Wester'! ~ linn AVE. EXIT 889 OAK sT" BAKERSFIELD, CA 93304 FREE IN ROOM . Deluxe Rooms . Refrigerator . Friendly Service ¡ . Microwave . No Smoking Rooms . Coffee . Continental Breakfast . Local Calls . Pool, Spa, & Sauna . Remote Control TV . Coin Laundry I .45 Channels - HBO, 328-1100 CALL COLLECT FOR RESERVATIONS ESPN, CNN (805) 324-9686 . Hair Dryer 3400 Chester Lane LOCATION: The BEST WESTERN OAK INN is easily reached from all directions: traveling North on FWY. 99, take the California THE LION SLEEPS TONIGHT. Ave. off ramp and turn right on California to Oak Street; right on Oak two blocks to The BEST WESTERN OAK INN. Traveling And dines. And entertains. And hosts meetings. South on FWY. 99, take the California Ave. off ramp and turn left on CalITornia to Oak Street; right on Oak two blocks to The BEST In fact, the Red Lion does everything you'd WESTERN OAK INN. expect fTom a full-service hotel and conference POINTS OF INTEREST: Close to the Airport, Civic Auditorium & center-and more. And with all of Bakers fields Convention Center, Bakersfield College, Gal. State, Pioneer exciting attractions conveniently within reach, a Village, Kern County Museum and Golf Course. Nearby Outdoor stay here will do anything but put you to sleep~ Recreation, Fishing and Boating'Lake Isabella, Lake Ming and Sequoia National Forest. until you're ready, that is. Call for reservations today FACILITIES: Several excellent Restaurants and Lounges within (I) RED LION HOTEL w~lking distance. extra large Guest Rooms with a King or 2 Double Beds, Cable TV & HBO ' Air Conditioning' Free Coffee BAKERSFŒID and Pastries, FreeLocal Telephone Calls, Pool. Free Parking. 3100 Camino Del Rio Court Just minutes from the Valley Plaza and Ming Shopping Centers. 805-323-7111 , F GAIL MALOUF . Swimming Pool & Spa Delano . Free Continental Breakfast CRP, CRS, , 2231 Girard St . Senior Discount GRI Delano, CA 93215 . Free Popcorn & Fruit I Broker 725.7551 . Free Airport Shuttle Associate . Non-Smoking Rooms . Satellite TV with Nationwide Toll Free 1-800-222-2244 Showtime, Disney Relocation Specialist . Convenient Adjacent Also Visit Shilo Inns at Corning, OakhurstIYosemite, Restaurants (805) 334-2100 Mammoth Lakes, Palm Springs, & Ontario/Pomona, CA . Children Free 12 & Under 1 (800) 776-3157 For All Your Real Estate Needs ~ Call me and I'll send you 7}~ a complimentary video tour of Bakersfield and some of our lovely homes. Theprudentl81fþ r¡u r oew tJ/¿¡~ 'America West Real Estate 1820 Westwind Dr. Bakersfield, CA 93301 Independently Owned & Operated 5101 California Ave. . Bakersfield, CA 93309 . 325-9700 Bakersfield Visitors Guide l~ I ! IJ I ~oð .E "" è;';".E ~~- I ~~ I = '" ¡g:, ~~ ,si 8 8- ~ j "'" ~ ~ '" = '" j 3 I ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} ~ Cì} ~ ~ Cì} Cì} Cì} 0 Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} ~ Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} Cì} ~.UJ~ UJ~ e~ ha& þ ~ ~~ nux/est; ~. /2-,000 ~ ~ ~ aftend. e list reads like a Who's Who of American business, itself a logistical feat - on II acres of the California litics and entertainment: Ronald Reagan, Donald State University, Bakersfield campus. rump, Reba McIntire, George Bush, Lee Iatcoca, For an event of its magnitude, the Conference is ankie Laine, Jack Kemp, Norman Schwarzkopf, Rush unique. It lasts but a single day. Volunteers make it I 'mbaugh, Melissa Manchester, Tom Brocaw - house- happen. Revenue generated is put into making next I old name~ all. What they have in common: the year's event bigger and better. The program ---: a blend \ I ; akersfield . Business Conference, an event recently of ideas, philosophy and entertainment - creates an I arded the title of "Best Lecture Series in the Nation." atmosphere that is sophisticated yet casual, and alto- I For an event that has grown to the 12,000 gether memorable. Simply stated, it is chance to pected this October 15th, the Bakersfield hear, meet and picnic with America's greatest in usiness Conference began rather modestly. their fields, to network with other business profes- Originally planned as a "how to" program for busi- sionals and community leaders, to enjoy a beauti- J ness people, the first conference attracted 250 ful autumn Sunday in California's heartland. ê¡ guests - a respectable beginning, The next year, For more information on the Bakersfield however, attendance doubled and the confer- Business Conference and how to attend, \<. ence' brainchild of Bakersfield law firm Borton, call the Bakersfield Visitors Bureau, 800- I Petrini & Conron, was on its way, This year it 325-6001 or Borton Petrini & Conron, I will be held under the world's largest tent - 805-322-305 I. 0> ~~ I Bakersfield Visitors Guide ,,' WELCOME TO BAKERSFIELD! AND... ~ \ < WAKE UP .' -' WITH THE SUN. In our bright cheery, DAYS INN@ room. You give a stretch and a yawn and take a nice hot shower. Then it's off for breakfast and a steaming cup of coffee. At the front desk, you get a cheery "Good morning!" and a friendly, sunny smile. That's the morning routine at DAYS INN! Look for our bright yellow DAY INN sun - and wake up in a place that makes you feel good just to be there. Our "Wake Up" reservation number: . Relocation Rates (805) 326,1111 . Conference & . Group Rates Catering Facilities . In-Room Coffee . Pool & Jacuzzi & Refrigerators . Facilities for the Available Physically Challenged Bakersfield =--=-~=--='-'C_--=-c-- co: ':=, :C=C:CC'-'=-'-==~'-~ 3540 Rosedale Hwy., Bakersfield, CA 93308 (800) 329-7466. (805) 326-1513 Fax .c Moonwalke Company ué:1líty Hancl- Boot es I ; ! I"Ç~ '" ,f]!., "i ~'"""",',','t .", ",' "1,:__'",,,'" '- ii' ,\1, to, ',.' ,; " --,. 1':- I I,... I I I ! I , " ,; . ',' I I I I I , I .;};.'p ~,/,.' u' . '.. .., "', " , ,~',~ I __~_n- /" "'~ ,.~ EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT'; " I 1 '"',.... " .- MEMORANDUM Fred A. Drew Dire<; 10' Robert Barnes, M.D. Medical Directo. June 20, 1994 . RECE~VfED l TO: Peter Brandon, President ¡ Golden pire Ambulance JUN 2 it ø;; ¡ FROM: (CITY MANAGER'S OFFI~ SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR REVISION OF 9-1-1 BOUNDARIES Thank you for your memorandum of May 31,1994, subject above. I do recall, very succinctly, the entire issue, as it was my "initiation into EMS." ' I recall that you got the boundary you wanted, that you indicated reduced costs and higher service efficiency based on a more consolidated area; which would not cause a raise in rates; etc., etc. I also recall the advertisement (which was never distributed) and a lot of other discussion, rhetoric, news releases, etc., etc. It was an interesting time. Peter, there is one very important item which you seem to have not considered., All of that was pre-ordinance which, in Army terms, makes it "OBE" (overcome by events). The ordinance, with the issuance of permits, maps with boundaries, performance standards and all associated documents, regulations, agreements, etc. (including your initial application for your current area) takes precedence over what happened previously. There is, however, a process in the ordinance which you may initiate to capture a portion of an area contiguous to yours which is predicated upon proof of public need. The relative section allows you in part, to request a specific area in writing with specific justifications. The process then indicates that we correspond with the affected company and allow them to answer tò, or mitigate what it is the requesting company says they can do (presumably better). This was the process discussed during the I ordinance development process that was agreed upon. .', .n .'..~ ~---- '. ! ~ -:~ ~ ~, . ~ .~ If you desire to initiate that process, please refer to Kern County Ordinance Code 8.12 Regulations and policies and let us know. FAD:kb/BNDRYREV.94 cc: Alan Tandy, Bakersfield City Manager Elissa stone, Deputy County Administrative Officer Martin Lee, Chief Deputy, County Counsel ---- T ~ --- ,~ I,'" -,,~ . ! 325-9011 FAX 325-1820 May 31, 1994 TO: Fred Drew, Director Kern County EMS Department FROM: Peter Brandon, President HAND DELIVERED ~ I RE: Request for review and revision of current 9-1-1 boundaries between HALL Ambulance Service and Golden Empire Ambulance Service As I am sure you will recall, the current response zone boundaries for the metropolitan Bakersfield area were drawn in September 1989 and became functional in January 1990. These zones were based upon a negotiated agreement between our companies with the approval of the City of Bakersfield, the Board of Supervisors and your department. These areas are vastly different not only in size, but the social & economical make up is vastly contrary in composite. While this was a secondary issue at the time of negotiations, it was nonetheless recognized as substantial in the interest of balance and fairness. With the continued decline in our economical climate trom both the government reimbursement programs and private insurance plans, we are faced with the reality of having to reexamine the current zone boundaries to allow for a fair and equitable operating base. When we negotiated the boundaries, it was with the understanding that they were subject to review based on the criteria of volume and other economical factors which impact our systems. They have now been in place for four (4) years and we believe it is only reasonable to have these boundaries revisited and subsequently realigned to allow both providers the ability to have the more effluent areas to offset their losses associated with higher crime rates, lower income brackets and a more unstable social climate. As in the past, we will also be asking the City of Bakersfield to grant your Department to have the necessary authority to assign 9-1-1 boundaries within their jurisdiction. I look forward to working with you and your staff on this project. Again, thank for your time and efforts on our behalf. 0., CC: Board of Supervisors Bakersfield City Council Bakersfield City Manager ~1A J 3 1 1994 KERN COUNTY "WE SERVE SO OTHERS MAY LIVE" DEPARTMENT - ~- I GOVERNOR'S OFFICE July 11,1994 Alan Tandy City Manager City of Bakersfield --.. City ¡vßnager's ûffice -- - --- -.. -' -- - ' . "1 1501 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield, Califo ia 93301 Governor Pete Wilson has asked me to res:¡::x:>nd to your letter regarding the recent legislative proposal to transfer VLF revenue from cities to counties. There were many legislative proposals offered during the budget process, some of which would have had an adverse irrpact. on local govemment. Governor Wilson has remained firm in his commitment to local government; no shifts or transfers of money from cities were ever part of the Governor's budget proposals. N_ow-tl1at~-tJ:le Rl,lc:J,get has. been =aþproved,~and -signed. by the G?y~:mor;:~-Ybüf, bwri -; lQc_a~ ,b1;l~get_-.can -be ~acted.:...wittr-cefta;ipty- ""'~ çllj;fw:i:ilióuLãrlý_i:mpácf, from the-) ;:Stãtè -budgetprdcess\ That should be gocxi news. I hope you will enjoy a stable and predictable expenditure plan this year. TÌ"!~s for. your ),etter, Please don't h~~sitate to call .(91Q/32.3.=,SA16t j.t I çqI1 .,,' - . -- be of further assistance to you. S~~y, ~ ~' --. . v Carol G. Whiteside Director Intergovemmental Affairs GOVERNOR PETE WILSON . SACRAMENTO. CALIFORNIA 95814 . (916> 445-2841 ~ ";', ~.~-'" --;;- ~ . - B A K E R S F I E L D July 14, 1994 Alan Tandy. City Manager Mr. Tom Clark Kern County Water Agency 3200 Rio Mirada Drive Bakersfield, CA 93308 Mr. Bruce Freeman Castle & Cooke 10,000 Ming Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93311 Dear Messrs. Clark and Freeman: As you know, we have been working together for several months now to arrive at a conclusion on a variety of technical problems in regard to a potential land exchange which would take place between the Kern County Water Agency and Castle & Cooke. The City of Bakersfield is a critical player in that land exchange because of the absolute need for involvement and participation of our Water Department and the "2800 Acre" groundwater storage area under our control. In addition to that, of course, we have significant involvement from a planning and land use perspective, since the proposal "swaps out" land currently annexed into the City of Bakersfield for land which is currently not within the City. While it is my opinion the three of us have come to agreement on all of the necessary elements to make this program work, I need to advise you at this point in time, that the new tax split policies of Kern County threaten this entire project, including the benefits to the Kern County Water Agency and Castle & Cooke. While we are absolutely in a position to support the land exchange and utilization of our water system, as long as the land becoming developable is in the City, we are not willing to do so if we are swapping out annexed land for land which then cannot be annexed to the City, or where land is placed under a tax split so onerous to us that we would be losing money to provide services. ,Because of an inquiry by Roger Mcintosh, and on behalf of Castle & Cooke, Mr. Mcintosh and I did meet with County Administrative Officer Joe Drew to discuss this topic. While Mr. Drew articulated philosophic support for allowing a project which benefits the Water Agency and Castle & Cooke to go through, we have received no commitment from his office that there is any guarantee of any varying from what appears to be an absolutely unyielding new policy to take 80% of all tax revenue on new annexations. City of Bakersfield. City Manager's Office. 1501 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield. California. 93301 ---------- ,~, ,~, "'-¡ I Mr. Tom Clark I Mr. Bruce Freeman July 14, 1994 I I Page -2- Rather than being a carrier of doom and gloom, I do have a proposal, however. I propose that the three of us jointly approach Kern County asking for the areas involved in the land exchange to be allowed to be brought into the City's sphere of influence and annexed. If the County can motivate LAFCO, this can be done relatively quickly. I have attached a time schedule which would provide for this entire matter to be completed by July, 1995, so that there would no longer be uncertainty for any of us, with regard to the future of the land areas involved, or the associated projects. I do not know fully how such a time frame relates to your individual plans, however. This proposal would have the dual benefit of saving Castle & Cooke money, since you would be able to pursue the development of your properties under a single jurisdiction's policies and standards, rather than having to deal with part City, part County. It would allow the Kern County Water Agency the certainty of knowing that it will be able to go through with its project, and it will allow the City of Bakersfield to continue to cooperate ,with both of you in an effort to further a variety of activities which are mutually beneficial to the three of us. It has also come to my attention that at least a couple of the County Supervisors are interested in a sports complex. It is my understanding, also, that if this trade cannot be accommodated, that project would also not be able to proceed. I intend to call you together for a meeting, in the not too distant future, to continue discussions on this matter. In the interim, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, 4:~! I AT.aJb cc: Mr. Joe Drew Mr. Gene Bogart Mr. Jack Hardisty - -- -'~-""o'~ This is a general timeline on how long it would take to change the Sphere of Influence for the City of Bakersfield and annex the area owned by Castle & Cooke currently under consideration for a land exchange with the Kern County Water Agency: Assume: (1) no change in zoning or general plan designation; (2) negative declaration; (3) no problem with LAFCO; and (4) start date of July 1, 1994. . Prezone to Planning Commission September, 1994 . Prezone to City Council October-November, 1994 . Application to LAFCO December, 1994 . Property Tax Split March-April, 1995 (agreement may be moved up) . Consideration by LAFCO May-June, 1995 . Annexation recorded (final) June-July, 1995 It should be noted in the pre-1989 days, the above schedule was routine. Under existing restrictions, there would be virtually no chance of approval by LAFCO. -- __~__n-- ': "" -- . DRAFT CITY COUNCIL TRAVEL AND EXPENSE I. The Charter provides for payment of actual and necessary expenses incurred by Councilmembers when on official duty on order of the City Council. In furtherance of this Charter provision, the following guidelines are established. A. Attendance at conferences and meetings. Attendance at conferences and meetings can be both beneficial and cost effective to the City. For those Council members who chose to participate, attendance would be viewed as an extension of official City responsibilities. Councilmembers may choose to attend conferences for one or more of the following reasons: - 1. Voting Delegate: An official delegate from among the Council who will represent the City's position on business presented before the conference delegation. 2. Committee Membership: Councilmembers may choose to serve on local, state and national committees which provide the opportunity to represent state or City interest in policy and legislative areas. 3. Education: Most conferences are workshops and seminars which are used to brief Councilmembers on key legislation, policies or programs impacting local government. 4. Advocacy: A conference environment offers Councilmembers the opportunity to articulate the City's position on key legislation and funding policies with elected/appointed officials on both the state and federal levels. B. Associations. Periodically, the Council will assess the benefit of City membership in organizations which have traditionally been identified as providing support and service to local governments, such as the National League of Cities (NLC) and the League of California Cities (LCC). These are two of the major associations in which Council routinely participates. C. Budaet. The cost of the proposed travel must not exceed the fiscal year adopted budget, adjusted for inflation in accordance with normal budget practices. --- ------- ---~----- ~ ~ DR AFT City Council Travel and Expense July 15, 1994 Page 2 The budget shall be distributed equally to each Council seat. Outgoing Councilmembers are allocated one-third of the budget for their seats; incoming Councilmembers are allocated two-thirds, plus any unspent funds allocated to the outgoing Council members' respective seats. The Mayor's budget is governed by a separate policy. It is not always possible to anticipate all the future plans of every organization or group. As such, the adopted travel budget can be amended during the fiscal year by approval of the City Council at a public meeting. Attendance at one-day workshops not requiring air travel and which meet any of the purposes cited above may be included in the travel budget proposal. D. Approval and Monitoring. Specific Council authorization is not required to attend conferences and meetings, but is subject to a Council member's budget limitations. Councilmembers may attend conferences and meetings that meet one or more of the following purposes, subject to individual budget limitations and prior Council approval to attend: . Committee/board meetings of NLC and LCC1 . Conferences that are of obvious benefit to the City . Councilmember has been invited to present a City/State position . Councilmember is lobbying on behalf of a City/State program . Conferences that provide professional development for Councilmembers in carrying out official City responsibilities This budget does not need Council approval, as it is subject to the overall guidelines of this policy. In the event that a Councilmember's travel budget will result in the individual allocation being exceeded, the budget must go to Council for approval. As Councilmembers request authorization 10nce a Councilmember has obtained Council approval to travel to meetings of a specific NLC or LCC Committee, the Councilmember has authority to fulfill these travel commitments through his/her committee tenure, subject to individual budget limitations. The Councilmember is not required to obtain Council approval annually under this circumstance. '" ~, DRAFT City Council Travel and Expense July 15, 1994 Page 3 to attend any conference requiring Council approval above, the effect of that travel on the individual Councilmember's budget will be provided to Council at that time. Each Council member will be provided with an update of his/her travel expenses compared to budget on a quarterly basis. F. Expense Reimbursed. Expenses will be paid by the City for conferences, meetings, workshops, etc., on the following basis: 1. Registration fees, if any, shall be paid directly by the City in advance. 2. Transportation to conferences or meetings outside of the South San Joaquin Valley area: a. Air travel shall be paid by the City in advance for the most direct route to the site, at coach rates, provided such accommodations are reasonably available. b. Transportation to and from the airport shall be by the most practical and efficient means available. c. Rental vehicles may be used for business purposes at the destination subject to the following: (1) no other reasonable transportation is available; or (2) taxi fare would exceed the cost of the rental vehicle. d. The expense of driving a personal automobile shall be paid by the City on the following basis: (1) If other transportation (air, rail, etc.) is reasonably. available, and the Councilmember opts to take the alternate travel mode, " .>;- City Council Travel and Expense July 15, 1994 Page 4 reimbursement shall be limited to the lowest cost to the travel destination for those destinations within a three hour travel time frame. (2) Reimbursement shall be made on the basis of the established City rate per mile, including any reimbursement for fuel not charged to a City credit card. 3. Lodging. a. The City will pay in advance the amount necessary to reserve a hotel room. A travel advance will be issued for the remaining days of lodging. Councilmembers shall be responsible for any non-reimbursable items appear on the bill. b. Hotel accommodations will be at the hotel serving as the site of the conference, where reasonably possible. 4. Meals. Reasonable expenses incurred for meals by any Councilmember while on official duty shall be paid by the City, including but not limited to the following instances: a. Where a meal is part of an activity which the Councilmember is attending in his/her official capacity. b. Meals occurring during a local conference, meeting, workshop, seminar or convention. G. Reporting of Expenses. 1. Statements of expense shall be submitted to the City Manager's Office. The statement shall show all expenses incurred which are chargeable to the City. 2. Councilmembers traveling at City expense to conferences and 0;. " i} City Council Travel and Expense July 15, 1994 Page 5 committee meetings of the National League of Cities and the League of California Cities shall submit a written activity report to the entire Council. The written activity report shall be submitted at the same time the expense statement is submitted. 3. Written receipts shall be required to show expenses incurred for air travel, lodging and rental vehicles. Written receipts shall not otherwise be required. 4. Statements of expenses which include all expenses incurred, shall . be submitted to the City Manager's Office within 30 days of the time such expense was incurred. H. Miscellaneous Expenses. Expenses not specifically covered hereunder shall be paid by the City when such expenses are incurred in the performance of City business. In determining whether such expenses were necessarily incurred in the performance of City business, the Internal Revenue Act of 1954 and the regulations of allowable deductions for business expenses may be considered as authority. I. Implement,ation. The City Manager shall monitor those provisions of this policy within the City Manager's Charter responsibilities. Disagreement in interpretation shall be resolved by the City Council. At the time a new Councilmember is seated, the City Manager should review this policy with him/her. Annually, the City Manager shall review the resource requirements necessary to support the level of service specified in this policy, and recommend as a part of the proposed budget any necessary changes. - -.: ~ ';',,-, ~ ?: Æ . -- B A K E R 5 F I E L D ~ MEMORANDUM R E çEh~-: r ~ -~~~-¡ " July 11,1994 CITY MANAGER'S O~:~i'~ ¡;;( <==--~-.. - TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER . - FROM: OFFICE OF RISK MANAGEMENT. SUBJECT: CLAIMS ACTIVITY REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 1994 The claims activity during the month of June 1~94:iNas'a result of actions in th~ following City Departments/Divisions: NEW DEPARTMENT/DIVISION CLAIMS FILED FILES CLOSED COMPLAINTS FILED Police 6 3 1 Streets 1 1 0 Sanitation 1 0 0 Engineering 2 0 2 General Services 1 0 0 Construction and Surveying 0 1 0 Parks 0 2 0 Convention Center 2 0 0 13 7 3 The new claims filed during the month of June 1994 resulted in the following types of damages: CITY THIRD PARTY DAMAGES DEPARTMENT /DIVISION VEHICLE INVOLVED VEHICLE DAMAGE OTHER PROPERTY INJURIES Police 0 1 1 3 Streets 0 0 0 1- Sanitation 0 1 0 0 Engineering 0 2 0 2 General Services 0 1 0 0 Convention Center 0 0 0 2 0 5 1 8 - ---- mu- , . ~ ? As a result of the claims activity in June, the year to date (fiscal) totals are as follows: Filed Filed Department/Division Filed in Filed in Year to Date Year to Date # Open # Open 6/94 6/93 6/30/94 6/30/93 @ 6/30/94 @ 6/30/93 Police 6 5 63 63 52 54 I Streets 1 4 30 37 20 22 Parks 0 0 15 6 8 3 Sanitation 1 2 18 14 7 6 Engineering 2 1 7 6 6 5 I Fire 0 1 4 11 5 3 Convention Center 2 0 3 2 2 2 Building 0 0 2 3 2 2 City Attorney 0 0 2 0 2 0 I Executive 1 0 2 0 1 0 Construction 0 0 1 0 0 0 General Services 0 1 2 5 1 2 , Recreation 0 0 2 3 0 1 Water 0 0 0 1 0 1 I Ed/Cd 0 0 1 0 1 0 I 13 14 152 151 107 101 I ,.. -~ -' ?". Claims Activity Report - June 1994 Page 3 . POLICE Carlos Lopez c/o 4140 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 100, DOL: 11/28/93; Claimant alleges damages were caused when the Police Department had the claimant's vehicle towed from a parking lot at 18th and Eye Streets. Juan C. Macias, 5520 Post Street, DOL: 1/23/94; i Claimant alleges damages by Police Department when he was arrested at 5520 Post Street. I Jerry R. Mackey, 1115 6th Street, DOL: 12/16/93; Claimant alleges damages were caused by the Police Department when his vehicle was impounded. Sylvia V. Mackey, 1115 6th Street, DOL: 12/16/93; Claimant alleges her Civil Rights were violated by Police Department officers. Jeremy Richard, 1415 18th Street, #300, DOL: 12/20/93; I Claimant alleges damages by the Police Department when the claimant was shot. John Patrick Bohan, 3108 Wilson Road, DOL: 6/9/94; Claimant alleges Police Department officers damaged his fence at 213 Warren Avenue. ! ENGINEERING Stefanie Eastep, 13100 Lynett Way, DOL: 2/13/94; Claim is for damages allegE,!dly caused by inappropriate traffic controls at the intersection of Brimhall and Allen Roads. Gregory Lawrence Ledbetter, c/o 416 Truxtun Avenue, DOL: 12/11/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when traffic signals at Wilson and Akers Roads failed and a vehicle collision occurred. SANITATION Mary C. Steward, 2511 Diamond Court, DOL: 6/14/94; . Claim is for damages allegedly caused when a Sanitation Division truck backed into the claimant's vehicle on Brandon Street. I GENERAL SERVICES laurie Davis, 6200 Spice Way, #11, DOL: 6/6/94; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when claimant's vehicle struck a pipe in the parking.structure at 1715 Chester Avenue. I ---~ .- "' ,t ~ ,"' ::- Claims Activity Report - June 1994 Page 4 STREETS Alice A. Evans, 6813 Natchltoches, DOL: 1/16/94/ Claim is for damages allegedly caused when the claimant tripped over a California Water Service valve cover at 6813 Natchitoches Way. CONVENTION CENTER Evelyn Ferguson, 1221 EI Sereno Drive, Buttonwìllow, DOL: 1/10/94; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when the claimant tripped and fell at the Convention Center. Ella Thompson, 4401 Hughes Lane, #42, DOL: 6/18/94; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when the claimant fell at the Convention Center. CLAIMS CLOSED/SETTLED DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE POLICE Joanna and Martin Dlmmett, DOL: 9/30/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused by actions of the Police and Building Departments. Closed - no court filings. Adeline Montoya, DOL: 10/3/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when a car being chased by the Police Department collided with the claimant's fence. Closed - no court filings. Renea Michelle Leathers, DOL: 11/2/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when the Police Department impounded claimant's vehicle. Closed - no court filings. PARKS Automobile Club of Southern California for Robert Knox, DOL: 9/4/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when a branch from a City tree fell onto the insured's vehicle. Closed - no court filings. Tim Overton, DOL: 10/4/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when a branch from a City tree fell onto the claimant's vehicle. Closed - no court filings. - --- -~-- . -- -- '" ,5., ~ - " d'P Claims Activity Report - June 1994 Page 5 STREETS Shirley Mitchell, DOL: 12/15/92; Claim is for damages allegedly caused by a street defect. City settled case for $42,500. CONSTRUCTION AND SURVEYING Pacific Bell, DOL: 10/27/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused when a Construction and Surveying Division vehicle backed into the claimant's switchbox, City settled case for $1 ,500. CLAIMS WITH RESULTING COMPLAINT AND/OR SUMMONS FILED DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE POLICE Tommy Lopez, DOL: 7/5/93; Claim is for damages allegedly caused during an arrest by Police Department officers, ENGINEERING Estate of Splendid Elizondo, DOL: 5/29/93; Claimants allege injuries were sustained in a vehicle accident allegedly caused by an improperly designed City street. Darryn James and Renea Burton, DOL: 9/22/93; Claimants allege damages were caused by an unsafe City street design. ee: City Council Judy Skousen, Acting City Attorney City Clerk's Office - Natalie Welty Newsmedia File ~-- ----- = ~ -- ~-O,~. ~ . - B A K E R S F I E L D July 14, 1994 Alan Tandy. City Manager I I Mr. Franklin L. Morris 3100 19th Street, Suite 20 Bakersfield, CA 93301 Dear Mr. Morris: I have read your letter of July 7, 1994. Unfortunately, you did not bother to do adequate research in order to have complete knowledge before authoring your letter and copying it to each member of the City Council. Statutory law requires 45-day notice to the public and public hearings on two separate occasions in order to place a maintenance district assessments on the tax rolls. Once the ) City Council set the public hearing notices in motion for a consolidated maintenance district, it was too late, in terms of what the law requires, to recycle and give the 45-day notice to recreate the old assessment districts. They do not automatically revert to the form they were in the year before. A tlnotl vote by the City Council on the item before them would have, simply, cancelled the assessments for the year and would have cost the City's General Fund $1.8 million. Your letter reflects a mixture of two different questions. One is, what would happen with a "no" vote on the consolidated district. The other is, what happens if the Council voted to assess with consolidated districts at a level no higher than the lower of last year's assessments or this year's notice. The answers are different for each question and correct answers were given to the Council for each question. You are attempting to put question #2 together with the answer to question #1. You are correct that the City Council, theoretically, could have carried the deficit over as a debt from the districts to the City, and the next year assessed $3.6 million. That would have involved doubling the fees that were already controversial. That is a scenario which both you and I know is highly unlikely. Your statement that I misled the City Council is, simply, inaccurate. In the future, before making such a serious accusation, you might be well advised to do a little more research. Sincerely, --- tandy (t City Manager AT.alb City of Bakersfield. City Manager's Office. 1501 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield. California. 93301 (805) 326-3751 . Fax (805) 324-1 RSO --------- -- -~---- , 1!' ,?<- I FRANKLIN L. MORRIS CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT 3100 19th Street, Suite 20 (805) 323-9827 Bakersfield. California 93301 FAX (805) 323-9832 July 7, 1994 RECEIVED Alan Tandy In 81.' \ City Manager 1501 Truxtun Ave ! Bakersfield, Ca 93301 ! CITY MANAGER'S OFFiC';: 1 Dear Mr. Tandy ~._,_.._"..._.. I attended the City Council meetings on June 8 & 29, 1994. The purpose for attending those two meetings was to protest the Consolidation of the Park Maintenance Distric~s. At the first meeting several people spoke in opposition and several letters had been received in opposition. At the second meeting there were additional speakers in opposition and additional letters of opposition. I did not hear anyone that was in favor of the consolidation with the exception of yourself and staff. At the first meeting I was not familiar with what went on at City Council meetings and was not totally prepared. However, during the first meeting I thought I heard someone say that if the consolidation was not approved, 1.8 million dollars would have to come out of the general fund to maintain the parks in 1994-95. The next week, the Bakersfield Californian printed an article that said the same thing. I spoke in opposition of the consolidation at the first meeting on June 8. On June 29 I addressed the issue of 1.8 million having to come from the general fund and indicated that was not true. During the second meeting you stated "Should council simply vote down the consolidated maintenance district I have provided you with a memorandum recommending that that cost come out of the full list of alternative budget amendments I presented to you two weeks ago and the amount over and above that listing of programs and projects wòuld come either from the police expansion or fire station 13, at least that would be the staff recommendations." This quote sounds like there will be a 1.8 million dollar short- fall. Member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Member California Society of Certified Public Accountants - ~ '-.' A copy of your memorandum dated June 29, 1994 presented to the city council is enclosed. It was addressing the issue of where the money would come from if the consolidation was defeated. A quote from that memorandum: "My recommendation would be the $965,000 that we are recommending to Council to come as "add ons," as presented at the last regular meeting. In addition to that, the balance of the $1,737,420 shortfall should probably come from either the Police Station expansion and/or the new Fire Station #13. The amount needed would be $1,737,420 less $965,000 = $772,420." Reading it over and over I still see you saying there would be a 1.8 million dollar shortfall. After you made your statement the City Council members talked about losing the fire station and the police expansion as being unthinkable. Because we are a growing city, I would also think that was not a viable option. However you were saying that if the consolidation was not approved 1.8 million dollars would have to come out of the general fund. In my opinion that was not true. My understanding, based on communications with the Parks and Recreation department, was that approximately $300,000 would come from the general fund this year and then next year the city would assess those who were not assessed enough this year for that shortfall. The letters had been mailed. My understanding was that if the consolidation was not approved, the assessments would be as follows: 1. Those whose assessment was to increase would go back to to the amount assessed last year. 2. Those whose-assessment was to decrease would be assessed the reduced amount this year and next year would be assessed an amount sufficient to pay for next year plus the deficit from this year. 3. The shortfall would be approximately $300,000, not the 1.8 million you spoke of. I believe you misled the City Council in order to get the consol- idation approved. In addition, the final approval cost the city approximately $300,000 that is now lost forever instead of the $300,000 that would have been temporarily lost and recovered next year. Sincerely yours, ,j~Jf~ 1. ?n(;~ Franklin L. Morris Copy to: Mayor Bob Price and each Council Member ~ =..iõJc - - . c . ,'"' " Æ . I, B A K E R 5 FIE L D MEMORANDUM June 29, 1994 /~ TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNqI~c¡:~'/ FROM: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER / SUBJECT: IF CONSOLIDATED ~INTENA~T ICT RESOLUTION IS DEFEATED AGENDA ITEM 9d. A question has arisen as to where the money to pay for costs of maintaining the park and streets cape districts should come from if there is an outright defeat of the proposal to consolidate the maintenance districts. My recommendation would be the $965,000 that we are recommending to Council to come as lIadd ons," as presented at the last regular meeting. In addition to that, the balance of the $1,737,420 shortfall should probably come from either the Police Station expansion and/or the new Fire Station #13. The amount needed would be $1,737,420 less $965,000 = $772,420. AT.alb -------