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CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
MEMORANDUM
October 12, 2007
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Coun I
FROM: Alan Tandy, City Manager
SUBJECT: General Information
1. We may have an interesting policy question for Council's consideration in the near
future. As you are aware, we received a $1.5 million grant last year from the State
Department of Conservation for equipment to sort recyclables. We changed some rules,
reduced the blue cart rate, and have had a pretty sharp increase in participation in the
blue cart program as a result. Many believe this is part of a phasing over to what will
eventually be a blue cart program as part of a standard service for all.
It appears we might now be able to get another $1.5 million grant from the State for
additional equipment, but it also appears that would only happen if we converted the
mandatory program. A very preliminary cost for that is $3.25 per month per home,teven
after the grants and sales for recyclables are accounted for. We will refine that number.
So, the policy question may be, accept the grant and accelerate the conversion of the
program with the higher customer costs or, alternately, turn down the potential for the
$1.5 million grant. It is an interesting mix of social and fiscal issues. We need to finalize
the grant application by mid November. This issue has been in the Budget and Finance
Committee before, so we will start it there.
2. The Kern Council of Governments has approved funding for the Bicycle Element of the
Mill Creek Project. The funding allocation is $263,000. Congratulations to Arnold
Ramming for his efforts in writing the grant application and following up on the process.
3. Enclosed is a memo from Donna Kunz regarding construction and grading work on the
major redevelopment project on Baker Street, which should begin in November.
4. The Department Head strategic planning session went well. Among other things, we
prioritized capital project priority recommendations for future years, and are working on
sources of funding for several key projects.
5. Enclosed you will find photos of three of our current capital construction projects that are
underway:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
October 12, 2007
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• For the recreation facility at Saunders Park, the ground work is being done, with
the large concrete slab to come next. Preliminary completion goal is February
2008.
• Fire Station #5, with the Police Facility, seems to be ahead of schedule. The
building completion goal is around the first of the year, with the street work to
follow shortly thereafter.
• The Waste Water Treatment Plant is a major project. Photos show a nine acre
excavation where subsurface mechanical equipment will be placed. Another
photo shows the contractors construction trailers — which in this case, is more like
a village! This project is, of course, going to take over two years. It is only in the
preliminary stages of gearing up!
6. Enclosed is the SMG E-Zine for July through September 2007. The Arena, Convention
Center and Amphitheater are experiencing a successful year of securing "big name"
acts, including various sports, theater and musical venues. Bookings for upcoming
events continue well into 2008.
7. Congratulations to the Bakersfield Fire Department for its 130th year of service to the
community! To commemorate this milestone of dedicated service, you are invited to
attend a celebration event on Saturday, October 20th, from 2:00 p.m, to 5:00 p.m. at
BFD Headquarters / Fire Station #1. The event will highlight fire prevention and safety
displays, live fire and rescue demonstrations, free food and entertainment. A special
free screening of the popular firefighting film "Backdraft" will be shown at the Fox
Theater, courtesy of the Fox Foundation.
8. Recreation and Parks' activity report for the month of September is enclosed.
9. The Streets Division work schedule for the week of October 15th is enclosed.
10. Responses to Council requests are enclosed, as follows.
Honorable Mayor Hall
• Report on the Police Department's efforts to stem gang violence over the past eight
years.
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cc: Department Heads
Pamela McCarthy, City Clerk
Roberta Gafford, Assistant City Clerk
Kern Council
of Governments
October 8, 2007
Mr. Arnold Ramming, P.E.
Civil Engineer IV-Design Engineering
Public Works Department
City Of Bakenfield
1501 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield,CA 93301
Dear Mr. Ramming:
We are pleased to inform you that the Bicycle Element of the Mill Creek Project proposal
submitted under the Transportation Development Act Article 3 program was approved
by the Kern Council of Governments at their September 20,2007 meeting. The funding
allocation is for$263,000.
To claim funding this office must be notified,in writing,not more than thirty(30)days
prior to expenditures for eligible activities requesting funding transfer. Substantiating
documentation (such as a sales receipt or construction contract)must be submitted with
the claim-far-payment.
If you require additional information or clarification please contact this office at your
earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Peter Smith
Senior Planner
Kern Council of Governments
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Economic and Community Development Department
M E M O R A N D U M
October 10, 2007
TO:
Alan Tandy, City Manager
FROM: Donna L. Kunz, Economic Development Director
SUBJECT: Baker Street
Physical construction and grading work on Baker Street is about to begin. The grading
bids for Baker Street will be opened on October 29t'. The grading work will begin mid
November and should last about 45 days. The construction documents will be ready for
bid by mid November and construction work is expected to begin in late December. There
will be continuous work on the project all of next year with many of the residential units
ready for occupancy next fall.
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Marco Antonio Solis
The Latin Grammy Winner Marco Antonio Solis performed to an entranced crowd at the Arena in July.
Bello)ration!
Over 31,000 patrons attended the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus. The Circus is entering it's 137th
year and is more entertaining than ever, from the clowns, to the lions and of course Bello, the audience was enrapt
throughout the entire performance.
Freestyle Explosion
Our annually occurring Old-School concert was a success yet again, with such performers as Stevie B., Expose,
Trinere, Stacy Q., Company B., Sugar Hill Gang, Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock, Grandmaster Flash Furious featuring
Melle Mel and Scorpio and Frankie"Double Dutch Bus"Smith, the patrons were audibly pleased.
Family Values Tour
The 2007 Family Values Tour performers rocked the Rabobank Arena in August. Korn, Flyleaf, Evanescence,
Atreyu, Hellyeah, Trivium, and Droid put on an extraordinary concert.
Amphitheater Events
Despite the 110 degree weather we had an impressive turnout for Erath, Wind and Fire in July. The Doobie
Brothers along with Peter Frampton performed to an ecstatic crowd in September.
Upcoming Events
The Grass Roots, October 13, 2007
Movin' Out, October 15, 2007
Los Angeles Lakers, October 18, 2007
Ron White, October 19, 2007
Fall Festival featuring John Corbett, October 27, 2007
RBD, October 28, 2007
WWE, November 6, 2007
High School Musical: The Ice Tour, November 10-11, 2007
James Taylor, November 12, 2007
George Lopez, November 23, 2007
Ozzy Osbourne, November 26, 2007
Lord of the Dance, November 30, 2007
Andre Rieu, December 3, 2007
Playhouse Disney Live, February 3, 2008
Hairspray, February 5, 2008
Harlem Globetrotters, February 14, 2008
Peter Pan, February 18, 2008
Cirque Dreams, April 3, 2008
Annie, May 8, 2008
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Operations
July-After RBB&B Circus made their stop at our facilities (they use every inch of both buildings); Irwin seating
came in and started removing the seats in the Convention Center(original equipment from 1962). At the same time
we had Pacific West Sound come in and start the installation of the new sound system also in the Convention
Center.
August-After Irwin removed the seats in the Convention Center(about a 2-3 week process) our in-house cleaning
and change-over crew came in and cleaned the bare concrete and the HVAC intake ducts (which had not been
thoroughly cleaned since 1962) and then they painted the surface a grey color which now incorporates the colors in
the carpet and it looks like a brand new floor. The sound system was completed; we now have a concert quality
center line array as well left and right fill. We also added lip fills to our sound system.
September-Irwin still working on installing new seats, we found that the arm rest lights did not give us the foot
candle necessary for the aisle way, so we have installed overhead aisle lights in the orchestra section of the
Convention Center.
Ice Sports Center
The Bakersfield Ice Sports Center proves once that it's a Popular venue o enjoy a summer heat. Public skating continues to be an attractive family friendly outi gt which p omoltes fitness, fexxercise
and enjoyment to many residents.
Our hockey programs continue to swell with the addition of a "Masters" hockey league that requires an age of at
least 30 to play participate. A total of 32 different teams of all different ages are active)
leagues. We are currently enrolling for all leagues and programs! Y Participating in various
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Steve Womack participated in the monthly meeting of the Convention &Visitors Bureau.
SMG Holds K'NEKT Sales Training in November
SMG's in house training program, K'NEKT Sales will be held November 13th-15th at the College of Charleston.
This is a program developed especially to enhance the skills and sales techniques used by sales professionals at
our SMG facilities. 15 SMG managers from around the county will attend the upcoming training. Additional
sessions of K'NEKT Sales are being scheduled for the remainder of this year and the first quarter of 2008. It is our
intent to train all of our Sales Managers and will be in touch over the coming months to schedule sessions.
SMG Sports and Entertainment Welcomes New Team Member
SMG corporate recently hired Jon Petrunak as Director of Booking for its Sports and Entertainment division. In
this position, Petrunak will report directly to Mike Evans, SMG Sports and Entertainment Senior Vice President and
will be responsible for the content on SMGBooking.com and assist in the support of programming our facilities in
secondary and tertiary markets. Prior to accepting his new position, Petrunak was the Booking and Theater
Director at the Sovereign Center and Sovereign Performing Arts Center in Reading, PA.
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Ron Fraze
Fire Chief Doug Greener
(661)326-3911 Public Information Officer
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Fire Department Headquarters Garth Milam
2101 H Street FIRE
(661)326-3911 RTIW Public Information Officer
(661)326-3950
www.Bakers fief dFire.us
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PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release For Immediate Release For Immediate Release
Please post the following Bakersfield FIRE Department
event information to community calendars
The BFD is proud to celebrate its 130th year of service to the community. To commemorate this
historic milestone of dedicated service, and to offer a well deserved thank-you to the citizens of
Bakersfield for their continued support, a free public celebration is planned.
The event will include new and antique firefighting vehicles, fire prevention and safety displays, live
firefighting and rescue demonstrations, free food and entertainment, and special appearances by
community leaders. A very special free screening of the popular firefighting film "Backdraft" will be
shown at the Fox Theater, courtesy of the Fox Foundation.
Please come and allow your City Firefighters the opportunity to meet with you and together share our
pride in the Bakersfield FIRE Department. The men and women of the BFD are proud and honored to
be part of a tradition of City FIRE service that began
over 130 years ago, and look forward to carrying out
their mission in this century as "Bakersfield's
Firefighters."
" PLEASE POST TO COMMUNITY CALENDARS:
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BFD 130th Anniversary Event
Saturday, October 20, 2007
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
.. Bakersfield rIPr- Department
Headquarters Fire Station_ #1
2101 H Street
Bakersfield, CA. 93301
Information: (661) 326-3911
www.BakersfieldFire.us
B A k E R S F I E L D
Department of Recreation and Parks
Date: October 9, 2007
To: Alan Tandy, City Manager
From: Dianne Hoover, Director of Recreation & Parks
Subject: September Monthly Report
ADMINISTRATION
• Three staff members attended the National Recreation and Park
Association conference in Indianapolis during the last week in
September. About 10,000 professionals, citizens and exhibitors were
in attendance this year — the most they have had at a conference.
Keynote speaker was Billie Jean King to talk about her start in public
park programs.
• Ten High Five Awards were mentioned in September.
• I met with representatives from Aera Energy to discuss a possible
donation to improve the outdoor exercise trail along the bikeway.
• Worked out details with Kern County for a spray park at Casa Loma
Park. Presented at the joint City-County Council meeting.
• Met with the Kern River Parkway Foundation to discuss additional
trees along the bike path, using grant monies that they have
acquired from the state.
• Staff met with NOR to review status of their park developments.
• Continued to work with the State Resources Agency to finalize our
agreement for the $1.4 million dollar grant project.
• Becky Jamison attended the NRPA Revenue and Marketing School.
• Executed two new park development agreements: River's Edge Park
and a park at Paladino & Rivani Drive.
"We create a quality community through people, parks and programs"
PARKS DIVISION
• Stainless steel toilets and sinks were installed in Yokuts Park
restrooms.
• Fence posts and mow curb were installed for a Community Garden at
Martin Luther King, Jr. Park.
• A second public skate park meeting was held on September 25. Most
of those present went away from the meeting happy.
• Two dog stations were installed at Patriot's Park near the sumps.
• Three new acres of streetscapes were added in the Northeast.
• New plantings included: 41 trees and 728 shrubs.
• New hires continue, especially in the Laborer and Craftworker
classifications.
• Park employees continue to receive training and certifications in
Class B licenses, Certified Tree Worker, and Playground Safety
Inspections.
• Tree section included the trimming of 234 trees, removal of 22, and
limb drops from 8 trees.
• Vandalism continues on sprinkler heads with 104 being replaced in
the Northeast area at a cost of $2,890.00. Forty (40) more were
replaced in Area Ill.
• Parks employees continue to receive calls and emails to thank them
for their work.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
• The Bakersfield Symphony held its Pops concert at the Bright House
Amphitheatre for the second year in a row. Attendance doubled over
last year's, and the concert finale included a five minute fireworks
show.
• The largest attended event so far this year was the Doobie
Brothers/Peter Frampton concert on September 9th. Nearly 3,000
attended this event.
• Several staff attended the Parkview Park opening; the pocket park
and sculpture will be maintained by the housing authority.
• Future events include: The Grass Roots on October 13 and the Fall
Festival in the Park on October 27th and 28th
• The Fall Festival will include two days of harvest foods, crafts, kid's
events, costume contests for people and bikes, maze, and
entertainment on two stages.
AQUATICS
• September's attendance increased by 38% over the same time last
year, due to lap swimming participants.
• The 100 Mile club has 130 new members who have swum a total of
16,691 miles.
"We create a quality community through people, parks and programs"
• Other groups using McMurtrey Aquatic center include water walkers,
aqua aerobics, Kern River Divers, youth water polo, Bakersfield
Swim Club, Captain Frog SCUBA and US Marine Corps Reserves.
• The second "Pool Care 101" class was held to teach people how to
care for their backyard pools year round.
ATHLETICS
• Fall Adult Softball started on September 4 with 108 teams: a 16%
increase over last year. Revenue for the league totaled $50,220.00.
• Youth Flag Football has 33 participants for a six week program.
Coaches and Parents signed a code of ethics, promising to follow
the guidelines of good sports conduct on and off the field.
• Pee Wee sports teaches children ages 3-5 some basic motor skills
for soccer, track, t-ball and circle games. On completion of the
program, participants receive a medal, certificate, and water bottle.
Fourteen children completed the three Saturdays in September
program.
• Ladies golf lessons continued at Kern River Golf course.
• Tryouts were held for the "League of Dreams-Adaptive Basketball"
program. This is a cooperative venture between Terrio-Therapy,
Children's Miracle Network, Darlyn's Darlings, Memorial Hospital and
the Bakersfield City Firefighters. Anyone from 5 — 22 may tryout.
• Staff from the Athletic Division attended meetings, trainings offered
by CPRS, and is involved in the District activities of CPRS.
• Several programs for the upcoming months include the Cross
Country meet, adaptive tennis and bowling, and more Pee-Wee
sports.
SILVER CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER
• The After School program has a theme which is "Being Healthy Can
be Fun." Attendance has increased since it started, focusing on
healthy eating and having fun while exercising.
• Other programs from Silver Creek include Clogging, Yoga, Tai Chi,
and Giggles and Wiggles.
• Rentals in September for the picnic areas and multi-purpose room
totaled 24.
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CENTER
• Total attendance for September was 2,591 which included Morning
and Afternoon Fitness, After School Programs, Basketball, Youth
Academy, Homework Help and Quilting class.
• Plans for the Good Neighbor Festival are underway with several
groups involved in planning and sponsoring the event.
• The Community Garden is being installed and should be ready for
dedication at the Good Neighbor Festival.
• MLK staff remains involved in community and professional events.
"We create a quality community through people, parks and programs"
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STREETS DIVISION — WORK SCHEDULE
WEEK OF OCTOBER 15 — OCTOBER 19, 2007
Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas•
Preparing streets for resurfacing in the following areas:
Between California Avenue & 4th Street, Union Avenue & King Street.
Between 8th Street & 4th Street, east of "P" Street
Between Encino Street & "F" Street, north of 24th Street.
Continue preparing streets for reconstruction in the area between Gosford Road
and So. Laurelglen, south of Westwold Drive.
Miscellaneous Streets Division projects:
Continue installing curb and gutter in the area between California Avenue and 4th
Street, Union Avenue and "P" Street.
Continue working on the storm line installation project on Benton Street, between
Wilson Road and Belvedere Avenue.
Continue working on the curb and gutter installation project (CDBG Funded) in
the area between Flower Street and 178 Highway, Alta Vista Drive to Kern
Street.
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STREET SWEEPING SCHEDULE
Monday, October 15 2007
Between Panama Lane and McKee Road, Stine Road to 99 Highway.
Between McKee Road to Panama Road, Stine Road to Wible Road,
Tuesdav, October 16 2007
Between Wilson Road and Stine Road, Ming Avenue to White Lane.
Between District Boulevard and Panama Lane, Gosford Road to Ashe Road.
Ashe Road and Stine Road; Panama Lane, north to the railroad tracks.
Cul-de-sac between Manley Court and Chris Court, north of Angela Way.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Between White Lane and Panama Lane, Buena Vista Road to Old River Road.
Between Old River Road and Gosford Road, White Lane to Pacheco Road.
Between College Avenue and Willis Avenue, Morning Drive to Park Drive.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Between Stockdale Highway and White Lane, Gosford Road to Ashe Road.
Between Ming Avenue and White Lane, Ashe Road to Wilson Road.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Between Stockdale Highway and Ming Avenue, Allen Road to Old River Road.
Between Old River Road and Gosford Road, Ming Avenue and White Lane.
Between Brundage Lane and E. Belle Terrace, Union Avenue to Cottonwood Road.
Between Union Avenue and Cottonwood Road, Casa Loma Drive to Watts Drive.
Between Oswell Park Drive and Brundage Lane, Oswell Street to Leeta Street.
Between Brundage Lane and Zephyr lane, Oswell Street to Calle Del Sol.
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BAKERSFIELD POLICE
MEMORANDUM ,RY IL
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TO: ALAN TANDY, CITY MANAGER
FROM: W. R. RECTOR, CHIEF OF POLICE Q�
By: Bryan L. Lynn Assistant Chief 7 " 2007
DATE: OCTOBER 11, 20 �
SUBJECT: REPORT ON GANG VIOLENCE
Council Referral No. 1835
Mayor Hall requested staff provide Council with a report regarding the Police Department's
efforts to stem gang violence over the past eight years.
The attached memorandum by Captain Lyle Martin provides an overview of the Police Department's
efforts and the costs to combat gang violence for the past eight years.
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Attachment: "Costs to Combat Ganp Violence,' Memorandum dated 10/4/07
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MEMORANDUM
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October 4, 2007
To: W. R. Rector, Chief of Police
From: Captain L.D. Martin, Operations Division —West
Subject: Costs to Combat Gang Violence
The Bakersfield Police Department continues to combat gang violence through its
philosophy of education, prevention, intervention, and suppression. Education and prevention efforts
include Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) and Gang Resistance Education and Training
(GREAT); intervention is provided by our Police Activities League (PAL); and suppression is
accomplished predominately through the Department's Special Enforcement Unit(SEU). The Patrol and
Traffic Sections, along with Narcotics and Graffiti Units provide additional suppression through their
hard work. The Investigations Division's Crimes Against Persons (CAP) Detail and Crime Scene Unit
(CSU) perform thorough follow-up investigations, as well as the collection and documentation of
evidence to ensure the identification and prosecution of suspects who commit gang crimes. Our
commitment to combating gang violence is driven by the City Council's number one goal and guiding
principal which is to"provide quality public safety services."
The approximate costs to combat gang violence during fiscal years 1999 through 2007, including
salaries, benefits, equipment and training were:
Education and Prevention:
DARE- $19,222
GREAT- $135,744
SRO- $5,315,554 $ 5,470,520
Intervention:
PAL- $2,274,986 $2,274,986
Suooression•
SEU - $14,739,954
Investigations- $7,347,531
GHOST- $1,393,170 $23.480.655
Total $ 31,226,161
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