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CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
MEMORANDUM
September 12, 2003
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alan mandy, City Manager
SUBJECT: General Information
1. In follow-up to the last Council meeting, we met with representatives of the
development community over the issue of allowing traffic studies in connection with
General Plan amendments on residential property. The discussion led to
agreement that we would continue to allow them, but with new conditions - a
clean-up in the mathematical model for doing the computations to change the
threshold for exemptions and the de minimus calculation. It was also discussed
that there would be a threshold, only projects over 160 acres. Although it is a
compromise, the staff feels that these changes are acceptable, and the necessary
revenues will be generated by the fee. The changes are within the methodology
documents done by staff and do not require Council action.
2. The Finance Department mailed out checks this week to those senior citizens who
requested the discount the City offers on their annual refuse billings. This year
there were 4,959 requests, for a total of $354,780 in refunds.
3. A report is enclosed from Public Works regarding the plan for the P Street sewer
system.
4. I will be attending the International City Management Association meeting from
September 20th through the 24th. If the airlines are on schedule, I will be back for
the Council meeting on the evening of the 24th. John Stinson will be in charge
during my absence.
5. A memo is enclosed from EDCD on the status of the Baker Street redevelopment
and streetscape projects.
With regard to the streetscape portion of the project, Public Works is
recommending the use of a new sidewalk litter container that has a decorative look
and can be serviced by automated trucks. A memo and picture of the proposed
container is attached.
Honorable Mayor and City Council
September 12, 2003
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6. A recent article from the New York Times regarding the rising cost of employer-
sponsored health plans is enclosed. With continued increases in health insurance
premiums, employers are still carrying the majority of the costs, but many are
finding it necessary to ask employees to pick up a larger share.
7. There is a proposed bill in the California Senate to allow the State to collect a .50
cent per ton surcharge on waste disposed of by garbage trucks. The intent of the
bill is to provide financial assistance to induce haulers to upgrade engine emission
control features. However, staff is concerned about significant flaws within the
program, and the enclosed letter has been sent to request more clarity.
8. The wrap-up report on the Rockin' by the River concerts is enclosed for your
review. The sponsorship helped to reduce the expenses this year. While the
concert series remains a very popular draw, we will need to find more ways to
reduce the associated costs, if we continue it in the future.
9. On October 1st, there will be a new safety policy implemented at the Mount Vernon
Greenwaste facility limiting to length of tree branches and the size of tree stumps.
Refer to the attached memo from Public Works for details.
10. The monthly status report on Recreation and Parks projects and activities is
enclosed.
11. According to an internet report published by Colliers International, a major
commercial real estate firm, Bakersfield has some of the lowest vacancy rates for
office and industrial properties in California and the nation. Highlights of the report
are attached for your information.
12. Responses to Council requests are enclosed, as follows:
Councilmember Benham
· Update on water leak repairs at the residential complex located at 5500 Lennox
Avenue;
° Confirmation of workshop date for pedestrian friendly designs;
Councilmember Couch
· Police report on traffic control efforts at Ming and Old River Road;
Councilmember Salvaggio
° Police report on traffic control efforts at Sydney and South Eye Street.
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cc: Department Heads
Pam McCarthy, City Clerk
Trudy Slater, Administrative Analyst
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B A K E R $ F I E L D
Public Works Department
Memorandum
September 5, 2003
TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: RAUL M. ROJAS, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR..~_.-~_~ ~
SUBJECT: "P" STREET SEWERS
Public Works Department plans to develop plans and specifications for the work
involved in the "P" Street sewers. We will construct, either with City forces or through
the competitive bid process, a sewer system complete with manholes and laterals, in
order to make sewer service available for the property owners on "P" Street. The
property owners will be responsible for the sewer connection fee, for the construction of
the sewer line from their house to the lateral at the front property line, and for the
abandonment of the septic tank.
Although costs of the sewer system will be initially paid for by the City, a Planned Sewer
Area (PSA) will be established and those costs will be reimbursed by the individuals as
they tie into the system. If other funding sources become available, such as CDBG,
those monies could be used to offset some of the PSA obligations.
c: Jacques R. LaRochelle, Assistant Public Works Director
Arnold Ramming, Civil Engineer IV-Design
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Economic and Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
~.~ ~,.~ September 8, 2003
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager ~(~~'
FROM: Donna L. Kunz, Economic Development Director
SUBJECT: Bakers Street Redevelopment Project and the Baker Street Streetscape
On May 13, 2003 the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency entered into an Exclusive Right
to Negotiate with Jim Hammett, Urban Innovations, a San Diego based developer. Staff
has completed close to 95% of the deal points to draft the Disposition and Development
Agreement. Mr. Hammett will be in Bakersfield September 15 with his equity partners to
meet with staff for continuing negotiations. Meanwhile, staff will be researching previously
completed projects by Mr. Hammett in San Diego.
Phase I of the Hammett development proposal targets nearly two city blocks on Baker
Street bounded by Kentucky, Lake, King, and Kern streets. Phase I consists of
development of approximately 30,000 square feet of commercial space and residential
component including approximately 60 multi-family housing units. City staff would provide
land acquisition and tenant relocations. In Phase II the developer proposes to acquire
property to develop four other residential and mixed-use projects in various locations
throughout the Baker Street area. Developer will purchase the various properties. The
City of Bakersfield has been asked to provide assistance with condemnation if necessary.
The final agreement will include a scope of development, a schedule of performance,
evidence of financing, insurance, and copies of executed leases with commercial tenants.
The Baker Street Streetscape Project between Jackson Street and Niles Street is 85%
completed. Improvements include automatic irrigations for the trees with grates and the
potted trees. Pedestrian style lighting will have "Welcome" banners. Staff is
recommending special "downtown" automated litter receptacles similar to household
automated carts. The receptacles have a weighted bottom with no wheels for placement
in streetscapes. They have a faux dark stone finish to remain attractive and are easily
emptied. These have been successfully tested in the downtown. A ceremony to celebrate
completion of the streetscape is planned towards the end of September.
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B A K E R S F I E L D
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Raul Rojas, Public Works Director ,~'~...~J
DATE: September 8, 2003
SUBJECT: Baker Street Litter Container Service
The new Baker Street Redevelopment Project will include 24 sidewalk litter
containers. These will be purchased as part of the capital funding for the project.
In the past, Old Town Kern merchants were responsible for emptying the old
City-provided sidewalk litter holders, with mostly poor results. Most other
sidewalk litter containers, like those in the Chester Ave. maintenance district, are
manually emptied by park maintenance crews. Park crews then place the litter in
the bin at City Hall, where Solid Waste collects it at no charge. Rather than add
Baker Street to the Parks Department workload, we can take the opportunity to
automate the litter collection process and absorb it into the solid waste operation.
There is a new sidewalk litter container that is designed to be serviced by regular
automated refuse trucks (see attached brochure).
Staff has tested one of these new containers for a couple of years. The test
container can be seen on the curb across the street from the downtown
Greyhound Bus Terminal. It is a tan colored plastic container with a large hood,
typical of a litter holder. It has a weighted base instead of wheels, to prevent
unauthorized movement. The light tan color has been marred by the rubber pads
on the truck arm, so a darker faux stone finish would be used on Baker Street.
Color chips will be provided by the vendor. The cost of this new style container is
less than that of typical stone or wrought iron holders. While there will likely be
more container attrition than with the old concrete/metal holders, significant labor
savings are available. As the Solid Waste Division provides trash service to City
facilities without charge, we plan to use these automated containers on Baker
Street unless otherwise instructed.
Cc: Donna Kunz
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· Beautiful designs with granite
finishes that are molded throughout
the container; won't fade or scratch off,
· Permanently attached lids with large
openings won't get lost or stolen,
· Round gripping area allows for automated
or manual collection.
· Automatic ReleaseTM Gravity Latch restricts
access without interfering with automated
collection,
· Permanently attached base can be
weighted or bolted down to deter theft
and movement,
· Large 60 gallon size and automated option
dramatically improves litter collection
productivity.
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in either Nestable, Universal or Fully-
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their:health plms khis ye~, ~d 79pement say they will.do so again'in 2004.,according m ~e studyi by
~e K~ser FamiIy Foundation ~d ~e 'Hml~ Rese~ch and Educafioml Trust.
Other health, care expels are projecting that 20~ MH be ~e Ib~ ar~t'ye~ Of dOuble-digit
~cre~es in health ins~ce premiums,
The steady Climb ~ c, osu has made heal~ emebenetits a hot ;issue in ~bor'negotiationS: ~is :Ye~;':~d it
has pm :pressure On Congress m math ~reement on ~d~g. a ~g ~nefit to Medicare. ~e sponsors'of
~e study said ye~.rday ~at healthcme costs w~e also a significmnt drag on the economy.
"Workers pay mbst~y more, com~ni~ :raise prices ~d theY'~re fewer p~Ple,'.' s~d Drew
Alnnan, president of fl~e K~'ser Fmily ~:Fo~tiom,,~'~ch specializeS~ heal~ care issues.
Out,ofkpocket spending ftr i~ce premimns, deductibles ~d.&g co-~yments m~ to$2.790.~[S
year for' a:¢-pical employee: ~ family coverage, from $l:,890 in 2000, Mr;.::Al~:mid.
Overall,. according to .the Kaiser study., health, c~are p~miums mSe :I 3:9 ~f~nt ~s ye~3 .th'¢ hggest
increase since,. 199o. outpacln~ the 11 pemem dsc ~ s~nding for hospitals and doctors, ~d f~ &ear
of the 2A percent increase in manuf~turers' prices. The inc~ase was 15~6' ~ment fOr small ~plOy'ers
~4~ 'fewe~"tlmn 300 workem:
He~th c~e economists say tMt ~e rising costs 'reflect adv~ces ~n dr~s and health c~e mc~ology
m~d.:a loosening of managed c~e mstmin~ during the pro.emus 1990~s.
Employers still pay the b~k.'of~e corns :-~ b~pically m least' 75 pement. But' the study: found tMt most
emptoyem ~e sh[Pcing more costa to workers, in ho~s of lowering ~e ex~nse: by ~scouraging heaw
use of.doctors~ hospitals ~d pre~fipfion drags.
Deductibles m~d co*payments t~r'hospi~l care: which were uncommon only a few Ye~s ago. w~
req aked.by 4' in '10 plans ~is yem..the.study found, and hi.er co-payments tb~ expensive pre~ription
drugs have been widely adopted.
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increased Cosbsharing ~4~ employ-cms," said Jtn Ga~l, .vice p~sident-of~e 'H~Ihh Rese~e:h ~d
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-~.,~mplo~e:espay 48% More.:f0r Company Health plans
EducatiOnal. Trust. a nonpro'fit: group based iii Washington. The study is ~d on the responses of 928
employers m a survey: abotit-their health em~e spending;
Ina typicat.example~ state en~plo),ees ha Ohio Witl face-increaseS in deductibles, co-payments :lbi~ doctor
visi~ and some:drags, and higher ceilings' on out-of-pocket costs next year. But'ina tradeoff with';.the
state employees' unions. Ohio has postponed.a 50 percent'rise in the workers' sha~ of insurance
pre.mitm~s to July 2005.
Benefit consultants said-the health care inflation 'rate .would slow somewhat next year ~ in part, they
said, as workerS, respond to higher out-of, poCket.coStS by curtailing theii:'use of some expensive'drugs
and a,~oiding some less-than-urgent hospilal procedures.
~'The rate 'of elective smgeries such. as knee surgery iS decliningd' said Kenneth sperling; a health'care
consutlant with
In addition, spending on allergy drugs is declining after the switch of Claritin to nonprescriPtion status~
Em~oyers e~pect a hmiiar'cost dip for ulcer and heartburn remedies when Pdlosec. another..widety
used drug, beconieS avail~le in stores wi~out a prescription 'neXt,week, The 'switch:to over;the~com~ter
sales, however, usually means that the drugs are no longer, covered by health plans, so consumers must
pay the full phce.
Stitl~ based on early insurance contacts reported by large employers; the increases in premiums for the
coming 12, months will be_substantial.
'It does' look bleak agaim looking forward to 20~?' said Joseph Martingale, a health benefits
consultant w/th Watson Wyatt. Mr. Sperling ~d he exl~eted the-increase in premiums to fall below 12
percent;
The slowdown in spending ibr drUgs and hosp'~.als is good news for large employers~, which typically
pay medical bills di!~c:'tly~ even if the paperwork is handled by an insurer.
But insurers and heakh plans have not passed those savings along to small businesSes; Because their
premiums' were based on last year's health costs, 'r2003.was a very profitable year lb.r the managed: care
indust~V' Mr. 'Sperling said.
Emptoyei?g~ he~th plans cox, er'l-75 million, people, including 160.-million'.w~kers and their families and
t 5 mi Ilion retirees.
According [o the new study, 65 percent of employers increased the amotinl: that employees pay for
health insurance this .year; '47 percent raised employees'payments for pre~ipti0n drugs,' 34 percent
ir/creased deductibles and 34 percent raised ~co~payments for dOctOr visits,
Mi. Spei~l:ing,, the Hewitt consultant, said many large, employers added: $100 deductibles tbr hospital
visits tturee y.*ars ago. This year. most of the 300 companies that he monitors raised the deductible
$200. mud one in four large employers is planning a further .increase to SgS0:'in 2004, he said,
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B A K E R S F I E L D
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Raul Rojas, Public Works Director /~
DATE: September 10, 2003
SUBJECT: Senate Bill 1078 - Garbage Truck Surcharge for Clean Air
California Senate Bill 1078, as currently proposed, would allow the state to
collect a 50 cent per ton surcharge on waste disposed of by garbage trucks. This
would have a $75,000 impact on refuse rate payers. The state's intent is, after
retaining three percent for administrative costs, to provide financial assistance to
induce haulers to upgrade engine emission control features. However, there
appear to be some significant flaws with equity within the program. Staff has
therefore sent the attached letter requesting information and raising some of the
equity questions.
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September 10, 2003
B A K E R S F I E L D
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1501 TRUXTUN AVENUE
BAKERSFIELD. CALIFORNIA 93301
(661) 326-3114
RAUL M. ROJAS KEVIN BARNES
DIRECTOR. CITY ENGINEER SOLID WASTE MANAGER
September 9, 2003
Assembly Member Hannah-Beth Jackson
Chair, Assembly Natural Resources Committee
State Capitol, Rm. 4140
Sacramento, CA 95814
FAX: (916) 319-2135
RE: SB 1078 (Chesbro) Solid Waste Vehicle Clean Air Program
-Information Needed
Dear Assembly Member Jackson:
Senate Bill 1078 is very interesting, and is probably a good way to help clean the air.
However, as the City of Bakersfield has been diligently investing in and developing a fleet
of clean burning natural gas powered refuse trucks, we have some concerns about SB
1078. In order for us to understand the financial impact on our city, please provide the
following information regarding SB 1078:
1. The bill seems to be intended to clean up emissions from diesel powered trucks. If
a refuse truck is powered by clean burning natural gas, will the operator be exempt
from paying the 50 cents per ton fee? If alternate fueled vehicles are exempt, there
would be a stronger incentive to use them in place of diesels. This would result in
greater particulate emission reductions.
2. The bill seems to be intended to induce haulers to purchase better than basic
required emission reduction features. It also indicates that trucks with emission
reduction features funded by other public grants are not eligible for SB 1078
financial assistance. If a truck already has reduced emissions as a result of other
grant funding (i.e. - natural gas power), would it not have already met the intent of
the bill, and would it therefore be fair to exempt it from the 50 cent per ton fee?
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September 10, 2003
SOLID WASTE DIVISION
4101 TRtIXTUN AVENUE (661) 326-3114
BAKERSFIELD. CA 93309 Fax (661) 852-21 la,
3. Can a truck operator receive more financial assistance than what they pay in to the
fund?
4. Is the financial assistance intended to be awarded based on any sort of competitive,
need based, or first come system? Or is it intended to be a one to one mechanism
for operators to fund their own equipment?
Thank you for your assistance. If it would be helpful to discuss our questions, please
contact me at (661) 326~3109, or email at Kbarnes@ci.bakersfield.ca.us.
Sincerely
Kevin ,Barnes
Solid Waste Manager
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SOLID WASTE I)IVISION
4101 TRIIXTUN A\"ENUE (061) 326-3114
BAKERSFIELD. CA 93309 Fax ((~61 } 852-2114
B A K E R S F I E L D
DATE: September 11, 2003
TO: Alan Christensen, Assistant City Manager
FROM: HOlly Larson, Supervisor~
RE: Rockin' By The River Report
The Rockin' By The River committee met on Thursday, September 5, 2003 and came
up with the following recommendations, based on the outcome of this year's event.
1. We determined that the event continues to attract large numbers of
citizens who are very excited about this concert in the park series. The
attendance figures have continued to increase each year from 1,200 participants
in 1999 to approximately 25,000 in 2003. We recommend three concerts again
next year.
2. We also made great strides this year in increasing the revenue while
decreasing the expenses to offset the costs during this difficult budget time. The
overall expenses were down by $18,963 in 2003 compared to 2002. At the same
time, the overall revenue increased by $14,905 this year compared to 2002. The
spreadsheet outlining these figures is attached.
3. To further increase the revenue in 2004, we would like to implement a
plan for participants to pay for general ($3) and preferred ($5) parking. We
estimate $10,000 to 15,000 could be generated from parking revenue, which
would further offset the cost of the event.
4. We would also recommend that we continue our sponsorship with
Advanced beverage with respect to the beer garden. This both brought in
additional revenue and increased the safety of the event by only allowing alcohol
in this confined area where it could be closely monitored. The Bakersfield Police
Explorers were also extremely helpful in this endeavor by checking each ice
chest as participants entered to insure that alcohol was not being brought into the
event.
We look forward to any feedback you could provide.
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ROCKIN' BY THE RIVER BUDGET
Initial
Actual ProJection Actual
FY 2002-03 2003-04 Comments 2003-04 Comments
REVENUE
T-Shirts/Merchandise $2,232 $2,500 (est) $1,948
Food Vendors $3,750 $5,000 $4,000
Popcorn $561 $700 $0
Banner Sponsors $0 $0 $0
Title Sponsorship $0 $12,500 $12,500
Beer Concessionaire $0 $6,750 $3,000
Total Revenue $6,543 $27,450 $21,448
EXPENSES
Performers $41,5001 $32,500 (or less) $26,500
Promotion/Backline Etc. $9,000 $9,000 $9,000
Advertising $1,000 $1,000 $2,950
Printing (posters/flyers) $1,300 $800 $915
Lighting Sound $15,000 $10,000 (depending) $15,300
Police $1,100 $0
Generator/Power Rental $2,800 $1,000 $840
T-Shirts $3,700 $1,000 $3,216
Portable Toilets $1,700 $1,700 $960
Supplies $1,000 $500 $444
Volunteer Recognition $500 $500 $64
Fencing $1,600 (est)
Staging $1,304 (est)
Staff $4,556 $0 $1,100 (est)
Total Expenses $83,156 $58,000 $64,193
NET -$76,6131 -$30,550 I -$42,745
Off FY 2003-04 from initial projection: -$6,193
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B A K E R S F I E L D
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Raul Rojas, Public Works Director ~
DATE: September 4, 2003
SUBJECT: Mt. Vernon Greenwaste Facility Safety Policy
Beginning October ,~st, staff will implement a new safety policy at the Mt.
Vernon Greeenwaste Facility. The policy will limit the length of branches to
ten feet, and will limit the size of tree stumps to twenty four inches. The
size limits will prevent potential injuries to employees and the public using
the facility. Longer branches tend to bend and whip out of piles when the
heavy equipment is handling them. Longer branches also tend to drag on
the road and fall off when being hauled by the public. Larger tree stumps
tend to cause more flying debris when placed in the grinder. The public
will be informed well in advance of the new policy, via signs posted at the
facility.
Cc: Patrick Flaherty
Bart Thiltgen
Larry Hooker
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B A K E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: September 10, 2003
To: Alan Tandy, City Manager
From: Alan Christensen, Interim Director of Recreation and Parks
Subject: Monthly Report for August
Attached are the monthly activity reports for each division. If you
have any questions or require additional information, please let me
know.
B A K E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Parks Division
August 2003, Report
RIO VISTA
Latest improvement project for Rio Vista Park involved placing thousands of 2-6"
boulders in cement mortar throughout the 1,100' stream linking the two lakes.
Water Department staff coordinated the work effort and has already completed a
test run of water through the stream by use of 2,000 gallon water trucks. This
portion of the water element will provide westerly flow of water between the two
lakes in a very tranquil setting. It is estimated stream water will be 4-12" deep.
COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING
Congratulations to Frank Hinojosa and Armando Romero for successfully
passing their Class "A" commercial driving test on their first' attempt. Both
employees were trained by Parks Light Equipment Operator Joe Flores. The
training program provides employees an opportunity to take advantage of
advanced position openings as they may occur and to be able to assist on an
interim basis for a position requiring commercial driver's license.
URBAN FORESTRY
Urban Forestry section coordinated removal of 21 Palms from within Kern City.
Replacement trees will generate a larger tree canopy. Both aspects of the
project are funded through a California Department of Forestry grant.
Baker Street landscape improvement projects trees arrived and were inspected
and approved for planting.
Staff issued a service contract and coordinate pruning of 71 tall trees along
California and Truxtun Avenue downtown corridors. An outside contractor was
required as our aerial trucks can not reach the height of trees within these
locations.
Latest data for FY 2002-03 indicates 61.5% of green waste was generated within
Maintenance Districts and 57.3% of trees pruned were within Maintenance
Districts.
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PROJECTS
Recently approved Maintenance District temporary Park staff are focusing their
efforts upon streetscape and median projects. To date, work has included
pruning of trees and shrubs throughout the combined maintenance district. All
four Park Area assignments have staff dedicated to this project. We anticipate
this project will continue through October.
NEW ACREAGE
One .54 acre parcel was accepted into Maintenance District for Parks Division to
maintain in northwest Bakersfield. The location included 20 trees, and turf but no
shrubbery.
In addition, one .7 acre parcel containing 42 trees and 172 shrubs was entered
into a 365 maintenance period. This location will become our responsibility to
maintain following successful completion of the maintenance period.
PARK RESERVATIONS
Back to school and triple digit temperatures did not seem to deter folks from
using parks. There were 247 reservations with an estimated attendance of
13,943 persons attending. As always, these numbers do not include casual
users of picnic sites or sports fields.
NEW PARK MOWER
The first of three replacement large park mowers arrived and was immediately
placed into service. Our existing mowers were experiencing significant down
time for multiple reasons including a broken rear end assembly' and a seized
engine. All 3 mowers had either met or exceeded their established replacement
schedule. Coincidentally, 2 of our 3 mow crew lead personnel are or will be
retired by September 30.
VANDALISM
Vandalism was on the upswing in late August in particular. In the Chambers
Boulevard of Seven Oaks area alone, 155 sprinklers were destroyed, 8 electrical
lamps were broken, 33 trees required re-staking and 9 lateral irrigation lines and
4 quick couplers were repaired. Approximately 90 hours of staff time was
required to make repairs.
At Deer Peak Park, vandals destroyed 14 trees planted approximately two years
ago as part of an Arbor Day project. Their replacement value is estimated at
$2,500 - $3,000.
Staff replaced planter cap stones for the Quailwood Park planter. Several dozen
plants were stolen from the new Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
landscaped median.
MESA MARIN SPORTS COMPLEX
Parks staff continued with infra-structure improvements at Mesa Marin Sports
Complex. Irrigation control circuits were identified and connected to relocated
electronic controllers. Park staff coordinated replacement of concrete apron
surrounding the main concession/office building.
Streets Division staff replaced the interior roadway while Sewer Division staff
abandoned the existing septic system and replaced with a sewer connection.
HAGGIN OAKS TENNIS COURT RESURFACING
Both tennis courts at Haggin Oaks Park were re-surfaced with an acrylic court
surfacing. Nets were replaced and courts were opened within 8 days of closure.
Expectations are the court surfacing will last approximately 7 years depending on
amount of play and weather conditions.
HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY
Sergio Zambrano's assignment includes Windermere, our newest park.
Recently, while Sergio was servicing the park, he came upon a bag. No one else
was in the park. Sergio found the bag contained impressive looking camera
equipment. Sergio reported the finding to Lee Ochoa, his supervisor. Soon
thereafter, Lee was contacted by a nearby resident indicating her grandfather
had misplaced his camera bag. Lee returned the equipment and found the bag
contained over $3,500 worth of camera equipment.
B A K E R S F I E L D
Deparfmenf o~ l~eereafion an~ Parl s
Date: August 5, 2003
To: Sally Ihmels, Recreation Superintendent
From: Linda McVicker, Recreation Supervisor
Subject: Monthly Report
ADULT SOFTBALL
For the summer session of Adult Softball we had 30 co-recreational teams, and 55
men's teams for a total of 85 teams. There were 490 players on the co-recreational
team and a total of 996 players on the men's team with a total of 1,486 participants.
LOWELL NEIGHBORHOOD COMMUNITY CENTER
The total attendance for the Lowell Neighborhood Community center for the month of
August was 476. Themes for the weeks included Health and Safety, Japan and Labor
Day.
B A K E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: September 2, 2003
To: Sally Ihmels, Recreation Superintendent
From: Dean Jones, Recreation Supervisor
Subject: Monthly Report
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
The staff and I have been very busy planning activities for the fall program. Our first new
events will be a Hot Shot contest for boys and girls 8 years and older, Play station football league
for 10 years and older and an Adult basketball league. All three programs will start registration in
September and each will began in October.
Special event
MLK staff and I participated in the Weed and Seed committee information block party on
August 16, at Augusta st and Wilkins, along with PAL, Mt Elgon, and the Probation Department we
provided the community with information of services and activities available in the area.
Activity Monthly Attendance Registered Participanf~
Weight room 898 *
Game Room 565 *
Basketball Gym 864 *
Computer class 20 10
Cheering 44 19
Aerobics 162 15
Internet 138 *
Total 2,691 44
· Drop-in program (Registration not required)
Attendance
Monthly Counter walk-in participants ......................................... 321
Monthly Attendance of all programs including rentals .................... 3,012
Dean Jones Page 1 9/4/2003 8:30 AM
Car Show
Everything is going according to plan with the exception of one new development. Mesa
Uarin Raceway double booked the track for Saturday October 25, all scheduled activities will go on
with the exception of the burnout contest, it will be canceled and replaced with an event on the slick
go cart track.
Dean Jones Page 1 9/4/2003 8:30 AM
B A K E R S F I E L D
Department o~ Recreation ancl Parl s
Date: September 2, 2003
To: Alan Christensen, Interim Director
From: Terri Elison, Recreation Supervisor
Subject: August Monthly Report
Silver Creek After School Program ......................... 70 Attendance
August 25 - 29 ....... 14
This year's After School Program will operate Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to
5:00 pm and participants must pay a fee to attend. We also have an optional program
extension fee for those parents who can't pick up their child by 5:00 p.m. If they
choose, they can extend the program thirty minutes and pick their child up at 5:30 pm.
The After School Program started Monday, August 25th and the children have enjoyed
playing a variety of different games and activities.
Silver Creek Rentals ................................................... $2,455.00(Figure does not include deposits)
The Silver Creek multi-purpose room and/or pavilion were rented six times during the
month of August. The center was rented for a company picnic, three family reunions,
and two birthday parties. Total attendance was approximately 880.
Classes at Silver Creek:
# Registered Total Attendance
Ballet & Gym (6 -11) 7 21
Ballet & Gym (3-5) 16 48 ·
Bicycle Safety no class no class
Calligraphy Workshop no class no class
Chess no class no class
Clogging 5 10
Dance & Gym (4-5) no class no class
Dance & Gym (2-3) 9 27
Dog Obedience 18 72
Drawing no class no class
Guitar (Beg.) no class no class
Guitar (Beg. Int.) no class no class
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Kardio Kick 13 91
Karate 21 168
Photography 4 4
Real World Cycling no class no class
Scrapbooking 3 12
Step Aerobics no class no class
Tennis (Child-Beg) 17 136
Tennis (Child-lnt) 13 104
Tennis (Adults) 8 32
Upholstery 6 24
Yoga 7 42
TOTAL 147 791
Classes at Other Facilities
# Registered Total Attendance
Siemon Park
Tennis (Child) no class no class
Tennis (Adult) no class no class
All Star Dance Studio
Dance & Gym (2 ~ - 4) 4 16
Dance & Gym (4 - 5) 1 4
American Academy of Gymnastics
Gymnastics (4 - 5) no class no class
Gymnastics (3 - 4) no class no class
Gymnastics (K - 6yrs) no class no class
Gymnastics Camp 4 40
TOTAL 9 60
*Several instructors did not hold class in August due to vacations.
Silver Creek Day Camp--"Camp Fun" .............. 344
Session 4 ........ 34
The theme for the first week of Session 4 was "Be a Star" and highlights included a field
trip to. Applebee's, FACT Bird Sanctuary, and Pin Oak Park for lunch. The 2nd week
theme was "Mystical, Magical, and Mystery" and included a field trip to Kern County
Museum for "Fun Day". We held a special show for parents on Friday, August 8th and
every camper performed magic tricks. They did an outstanding job and each wore a
special wizard hat they made. Campers also enjoyed presenting their talents at the
American Idol Show, making ice cream in a bag, creating a variety of different crafts,
and having a carom and ping pong tournament.
Session 5 ........ 28
Theme for the week was "Bon Appetite" and highlights included a field trip to King Leo's
Pizza. They also had a presentation by Karen Bayne from UC Cooperative Extension
on Nutrition. Cam. pers also invited their parents to a "Parent Appreciation Picnic" on
Friday, August 15'". Highlights this week included campers competing in Nutritional
Olympics, making recipe books, bubbles and smoothies, and playing a variety of food
games. Campers ended camp with a splash with a water fight with staff.
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Attendance Silver Creek Center:
Rentals ......................................... 880
Classes ........................................ 791 Registrations Taken: 155
Camp Fun .............................. 344 # of Guests Served: 359
After School Prog ram ............... 70 (The # of Guests served does not include registration)
TOTAL .................... 2,085
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B A K E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: September 3, 2003
To: Allen Abe, Assistant Recreation and Parks Director
From: Ken Trane, Park Construction and Facilities Planner
Subject: City of Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department Planning and
Construction Activity (large scale projects thru 8-31-03)
Planning
Rio Vista Park Construction plans, first submittals provided to
staff for review.
Project Manager Ken Trane.
Construction Contracts with RJM Design Group complete.
Standards Project Manager Jones/Trane.
System Wide Corrections fo draft being completed.
Park Plan 2002 Project Manager Ken Trane.
Veterans Met with Veterans to update them on relationship with
Memorial Mill Creek Project.
Project Manager Trone/Bradboy/Hoggatt
Police/Fire/Park Project broke ground in late March. Buildings are
Facility 20% complete.
Project Manager Ken Trane
Rio Bravo Proposal to license facility to Bakersfield
Sports Senators is complete.
Complex Project Manager Ken Trone/Greg Crank
Ice/Aquatics Planning phase of both projects is complete.
Facility Project Manager Ken Trone
Jefferson/ Project awarded to Aquatic Design.
MLK Rehab 30% plan completion meeting held. Parks and
Recreation made several comments forwarded
to designers.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Northeast Project will be combined with Standards
Slopes project as a later phase.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Park A proposal to correct the fee to support
Improvement current construction cost will be considered
Fee by Council at the September 10, 2003 meeting.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
IMPACT Gathering information. Working with
Program Information Technology department on
interface with existing systems.
Project Manager Ken Trone/Paul Graham
Specific Parks Draft document and map circulated for
And Trails Plan discussion and comments. Planning is lead.
Northeast Project Manager Ken Trone.
Bakersfield
Park Project complete.
Improvement
Zones Project Manager Trone/Stinson.
Park Master Planning and parks have projected populations
Plan into new improvement zones and proposed
locations for future park sites. Plan is being
reviewed at staff level. Planning is lead.
Unfunded A list of potential improvement projects will be
Projects developed to match up with alternative
funding sources. Project is ongoing.
Project Manager Ken Trone
Construction
River Oaks Park Construction of Phase 3 complete.
Project Manager Ken Trone/Tom Jones.
Rio Vista Connecting. stream complete. Water is working on
outlet structure back to Kern River.
Project Manager Tom Jones
Stone Creek Council approved agreement with Stonecreek
Phase II Partners on August 27, 2003. Developer has requested
meeting with staff to discuss construction details.
Development Agreements
Stone Creek Jack Turman has approached the city proposing to
Park complete the remaining 2.58 acres and be reimbursed
through improvement fee. Council approved
agreement with Stonecreek Partners on August 27,
2003.
Project Manager Trone/Jamison
Harris and Roger Mclntosh has approached the city on behalf of
Mountain Vista Centex homes to propose a developer provided
Park project on a city reserved and owned. 10 acre parcel.
Deed has recorded for first 3.1 acres of dedication.
Working with attorneys to develop an agreement. Fire
department has requested consideration for joint
project.
Project Manager Trone/Jamison
Challenger Bob Smith has approached the city to enter into an
Park agreement to provide land, street and playground
improvements as a condition of his adjacent tract.
Waiting for developer to initiate need for agreement.
Project Manager Trone/Jamison
6095 Park Bob Lusich has approached the city on behalf of his
client to propose 4-5 acre fully improved park site within
his tract and some adjacent parcels. Proposal is under
review by city staff.
Project Manager Ken Trone
Sage Two separate sites in northeast. Agreements will be
Development complicated because they involve dedication,
Park's reservation, acquisition, improvement, and
reimbursement. Subdivider made contacted with us
recently to ask status of agreements. Subdivider has
entitlement requirements to fulfill prior to agreement
being processed.
Grants
Proposition 40
/Vlurray-Hayden ED/CD has decided that the Mill Creek project will not
compete effectively for this grant program. We have
considered a pool or community center. A consultant
will likely be necessary to generate an application.
Application deadlines established in December of 03.
Project Manager Trone/Jamison
AB 1481 January 04 application deadline has been established.
Urban Park Likely we will support Mill Creek project.
Act 2001
Project Manager Trone/Larson
Mill Project Project is being developed as a team. Bi-weekly
meetings are set to further refine project scope and
goals. Grant applications are anticipated for Murray-
Hayden and AB 1481.
Capital Improvement
Lowell Portable Project Bid document currently being reviewed by P/W
Building staff.
Planz Project complete and open to public.
Playground
Rehabilitation
Jefferson Park Project specifications nearing completion by Richard
Court Project Meyer. Scheduled to advertise in September.
Project Manager Ken Trone/Ed Lazaroiti.
Jefferson/MLK Project design awarded to Aquatic Design. 30%
Pool Rehab plan completeness meeting held in August.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Automated Funding recommended to be moved to Rehab
Chemical project.
Controller
Jeff/MLK Project Manager Ken Trone.
Jefferson Specifications being developed.
Playground
Rehabilitation Project Manager Ken Trone.
Jastro Booster Project approved not funded. Becky is checking on
Pump funds.
Skateboard Carryover funding.
Park Project Manager Greg Cronk.
Centennial P/w confirmed latest attempt to fix was successful.
Plaza Fountain Project Manager Ed Lazaroiti.
Beach Park Specific projects to be determined.
Picnic etc. Project Manager Greg Cronk.
Mowing Ramp Streets department completing af various locations.
Concrete Pad Project Manager Greg Cronk/Mike Connor.
Tennis Court Haggin Oaks complete and opened to public on
Repair August 18, 2003. Centennial, and Campus South
installation will follow Haggin Oaks.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Warehouse Building complete. Utilities to site incomplete.
Replacement We occupied in early June.
Project Manager Greg Cronk.
Trees/ Various ongoing projects citywide.
Beautification Proiect Manager Paul Graham.
Beale Park Complete.
Restrooms Proiect Manager Trone/Lazaroiti.
Haggin Oaks Proiect approved not funded.
Playground Proiect Manager Ken Trone.
Yokuts Price quotes are over budget. Proiect is being
Stainless reevaluated.
Fixtures Proiect Manager Joe B. Gonzales/Greg Cronk
Stramler Park Proiect complete.
Playground Proiect Manager Allen Abe.
Southwest Proiect approved not funded.
Skatepark Proiect Manager Ken Trone.
Ice/Aquatics Not involved with ice. Aquatics awarded by Council
Facility on July 30, 2003.
Proiect Manager Ken Trone.
Jefferson Pool Project recommended to be moved to Jefferson/MLK
Heater Pool Rehab project.
Proiect Manager Ken Trone.
Swimming Pool Sandblast & Re-coat 8 existing pools.
Renovation Project Manager Holly Larson.
Rio Vista Park In planning stages. Rough grading complete.
Connecting stream under construction.
Proiect Manager Ken Trone.
Pin Oak, Garden, Various improvements.
Campus ..... Project Manager Greg Cronk.
Deer Peak Landscape improvements approved by Rec & Parks.
Station 15 Project broke ground Jn late March.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Mesa Marin Project effectively on hold to allow private group to
make improvements to facility under agreement with
city.
Project Manager: Generro/C:ronk/Lazaroiti/Trone.
Rio Vista 30 Need to determine with Don Anderson if this is money
Acre Acquisition for additional land acquisition of Cul-de-sac.
Pin Oak Spraypark Proiecf is under funded and all bids were reiected
December 11,2002. Project reevaluated. Money
should be reprogrammed }o Rio Vista Park.
Project Manager Ken Trone.
Silver Creek Public Works will be contacted to determine status of
Center project. ~
Project Manager Ken Trone. :~
MLK Jr. General Services division will be lead for proiecf.
Breezeway &
RR Roof Imp.
Wayside Park New project in planning stages.
Playground
Rehabilitation Project Manager Ken Trone.
B A K E R S F I E L D
DATE: August 4, 2003
TO: Alan Christensen, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Holly Lamon, Supervisor
RE: July Monthly Report
Leisure Classes:
Re.qistered Monthly Attendance
East Coast Swing 9 22
Night Club Two Step 12 42
Swim Lessons:
Beale 14
Jastro 42
Jefferson 5
MLK 46
Siemon 95
Planz 38
Silver Creek 229
Wayside 25 ,,
Swim Team:
Beale 0
Jastro 39 _
Jefferson 24
MLK 1
Siemon 32
Planz 22
Silver Creek 65
Wayside 0
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Recreational Swim:
Beale 1,936
Jastro 1 627
Jefferson 3 545
MLK 2 046
Siemon 1 259
Planz 1 668
Silver Creek 4 011
Wayside 656
Pool Parties:
Beale 260
Jastro 490
Jefferson 70
MLK 0
Siemon 350
Planz 340
Silver Creek 250
Wayside 0
Lap Swim:
Jefferson 5
Silver Creek 197
Life.quard Olympics/In-service Training
All 114 aquatic staff attended mandatory training on July 16 and 17 during the mid-
season break.
City Swim Meet Championship
400 swimmers and guests attended meet on July 26, 2003
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From: David Lyman
Date: 9/~/(~3 5:45PM
Subject: Bakersfield Office & Industrial Vacancy Rates
Bakersfield has some of the lowest vacancy rates for office and industrial properties in California and the
nation.
According to reports from Colliers International for the Second Quarter 2003 (through June 30)...
*Bakersfield has the lowest vacancy rate in the nation (3.2 percent) in overall downtown office properties.
Vacancy rates in other California markets were Sacramento (8.2 percent), San Diego (11.1 percent),
Fresno (13.7 percent), San Jose/Silicon Valley (17.1 percent), San Francisco (17.4 percent),
Oakland-East Bay (17.8 percent), and Los Angeles (21.3 percent)
*Bakersfield had a 7.7 percent vacancy rate in Class A downtown office space for the same period. Only
Fresno had a lower vacancy rate (4.4 percent) among California markets. San Jose/Silicon Valley had the
highest vacancy rate among California markets in this .category (29.3 percent).
*For overall suburban office properties, Bakersfield had the second lowest vacancy rate in California (10.2
percent). Only Fresno had a lower vacancy rate (7.4 percent) among California markets. San
Francisco-San Mateo had the highest vacancy rate among California markets in this category (29.3
percent)
*Bakersfield had a 12.4 percent vacancy rate in suburban office Class A properties. California markets
with lower vacancy rates were Sacramento (10.7 percent) and Fresno (11.3 percent). San Francisco-San
Mateo had .the highest vacancy rate among California markets in this category (28.5 percent)
*Bakersfield's industrial vacancy rate was 5.7 percent, the fourth lowest in the nation, .behind Honolulu (2.6
percent), Los Angeles (4.7 percent), and Northern New Jersey (5.2 percent). In California markets, San
Jose/Silicon Valley had the high vacancy rate in this category, 14.1 percent.
To view the complete reports:
http://www.coliiers.com/Corporate/MarketReports/UnitedStates!
B A K E R S F I E L D
MEMORANDUM
September 11, 2003
TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER ~,,,o
FROM: GENE BOGART, WATER RESOURCES MANAGERI
_
SUBJECT: wATER LEAK REPAIRS-5500 LENNOX AVENUE '
In follow-up to my memo of August 27th, we met with Mr. James Giblin and the Board members of
the Greenbrier Homeowners Association Thursday, September 4th at 5:30 p.m. to discuss a
permanent solution to the numerous water leaks occurring in the complex. Myself, Florn Core and
two representatives from California Water Service Company were in attendance at the meeting.
The Greenbrier complex is approximately 20 years old and has recently experienced an unusually
high rate of service line failures between the water main in the street and the water meters located
at the edge of the individual properties. In reviewing the repairs made to date, it appears the leaks
are occurring from two sources;
1) The service lines were tapped into the top of the street mains instead of into the
side of the main--this requires the pipe to be bent on a severe angle and results in
cracks developing in the service line.
2) The service lines were made from polybutylene (PB) -- we have found this material is
susceptible to chemical chlorine and becomes brittle over long periods --resulting in
cracking. In the late 1980's, City specifications were changed to allow only copper or
high-density polyethylene (HDPE) be used for water service lines.
Since these leaks have occurred randomly throughout the Greenbrier complex between the water
main and the meter, the repairs will be made by the City's water utility as part of our normal
maintenance and repair program. To avoid piecemeal disruption, the remaining 82 service lines will
be replaced over a 75 day time period. The Homeowners association was agreeable to the work
schedule and will notify all the residents of the timetable for repairs. The repair crew has started this
week and all work should be completed by Thanksgiving weekend. At that time we will do a final
walkthrough to look at the street repairs before we sign off on the project.
If you have any further questions regarding this project, please call myself or FIorn Core at
326-3715.
B A K E R S F I E L D
MEMORANDUM
TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: STANLEY C. GRADY, PLANNING DIRECTOR
DATE: September 8, 2003
SUBJECT: WORKSHOP FOR PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY DESIGNS
Council Referral No. REF000572
COUNCILMEMBER BENHAM REQUESTED STAFF LOOK INTO HOLDING A WORKSHOP
CONCERNING IMPLEMENTING DESIGN FEATURES WHICH WOULD BE MORE
PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY AND ENCOURAGE WALKING AND DISCOURAGE DRIVING.
A workshop presented by Stanley Grady, Planning Director, has been scheduled for the
City Council meeting of September 24, 2003 to address the requested information.
CC: Rhonda Smiley, Office Administrator/Public Relations
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TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: ERIC W. MATLOCK, CHIEF OF POLIC~
DATE: September 11,2003
SUBJECT: Speeding at Ming and Old River
Council Referral No. 573 (Ward 4)
Council Member Couch requested police department provide an increased presence
in the area of Ming and Old River due to speeding, especially on Friday and Saturday
nights.
Operations Division staff was assigned to increase enforcement in the area with
particular concentration on weekends. A total of 15 citations were issued for various
vehicle code violations during the evening hours of September 5th and 6th. Officers will
continue enforcement efforts in the area.
EWM/vrf
TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: ERIC W. MATLOCK, CHIEF OF POLICE
DATE: September 9, 2003
SUBJECT: Speeding on Sydney
Council Referral No. 564 (Ward 7)
I Council Member Salvaggi° requested increased patr°l at the corner °f Sydney and
The Operations Division was assigned to increase enforcement efforts and report back.
Although violations were not observed at the exact corner Mr. Salvaggio indicated, staff
has been providing additional enforcement in the area to impact traffic problems.
Officer Brantley is frequently in the area, and two to three times a week several blocks
east of that exact location he has been issuing approximately 8 to 9 speeding citations
daily. On September 4, 2003, he observed traffic at Sidney and S. Eye to be extremely
light. Traffic is heavier two blocks east at Sidney and Laurel, and five speeding citations
were issued at that location within one hour. In addition, Officer Brantley patrols the
area around South High School where he focuses on speeders and pedestrians.
EWM/vrf