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BAKERSFIELD
Staff:
Steven Teglia, Assistant to the City Manager
1. ROLL CALL
City Council memk
Rudy Salas, Chair
Russell Johnson
Jacquie Sullivan
REGULAR MEETING OF THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS
AND COMMUNITY RELATIO�JS COMMITTEE
and Community Advisory Committee
of the City Council - City of Bakersfield
Thursday, April 21, 20� 1
12:00 p.m.
City Hall North - Conference� Room A
1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
AGENDA
2. ADOPTION OF MARCH 17, 2011 AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
3. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
4. DEFERRED BUSINESS
A. Update regarding Gang Enforcement - Police Chief Williamson
B. Report on Kern County Probation Activities - Pro�ation Chief Kuge
5. NEW �USINESS
A, Report on Graffiti Operations - Public Works Director Rojas
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BAKERSFIELD
Staff: Steven eglia
Assistant to the City Manager
Rudy Salas,
Russell Johr
Jacquie Su
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SAFE NE�GHBORHOODS
AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
and Community Advisory Committee
of the City Council - City of Bakersfield
Thursday, March 17, 20i 1
1 1:45 a.m.
City Hall North - Conferenc� Room A
1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
AGENDA SUMMARY REIPORT
Meeting called to order at 1 1:52 AM
1. ROII CALL
Committee members:
Councilmember, Rudy Salas, Chair
Councilmember, Russell Johnson
Councilmember, Jacquie Sullivan
Advisory members:
Devon Johnson, OGPC - Prodigy
City staff:
Steve Teglia, Asst to City Manager
Chris Huot, Administrative Analyst
Virginia Gennaro, City Attorney
Bethelwel Wilson, Associate Attorney
Greg Williamson, Chief of Police
Lyle Martin, Asst. Police Chief
Captain Joe Bianco, Police Dept
Gaptain Mike Payne, PolicE
Cindy London, Police Dept
S�ergeant Greg Terry, Police
Getective Mary DeGeare, I
Lieutenant Mitch Willough�
Darin Budak, Parks Superint
Ken Trone, Parks Const/Fac
Safe Neighborhoods and Community RE
Agenc
2. ADOPTION OF FEBRUARY 17, 2010 AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
Adopted as submitted.
3. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
None.
4. DEFERRED BUSINESS
A. Update regardina Gang and Graffiti Enforcement
Sergeant Terry informed the Committee about i�he status of a graffiti inc
Creek Park. Committee member Johnson thanked the Police Depar
diligence, as there have been numerous complaints.
According to Police Chief Williamson, the TAGE� software has not yet bE
and the smart phone application that will enable citizens to report graf
development stage. Assistant to the City Manager Teglia said that a status
items will be provided at the next Committee meeting.
Sergeant Terry reported that, as of the end of February, there had been on
shooting, compared to five in 2010 for the same time frame. Twenty five g�
compared to nine during the same time period in 2010. He also provided c
regarding a recent homicide that is suspected to be gang related.
Committee member Sullivan asked what may be contributing to the I
shootings. Sergeant Terry said that it is difficult to define; however, the r
seized is one factor, and the results from the Safe Streets Partnership forums i:
Police Chief Williamson requested that staff make sure all Councilmem
monthly report produced by the Department that details the enforcemer
Directed Policing Unit.
B. Continued Discussion and Committee Recommendation reqardinq Adopt
Committee Meeting Schedule
Assistant to the City Manager Teglia stated that ci draft calendar had beer
discussed at the last Committee meeting. The calendar includes dates in M
NnvPmhPr whPn thP C'�mmittee members will nai�tner with two Kern Count�
Safe Neighborhoods and Community Rel
Agend�
Police Chief Williamson noted his concern regarding staff overtime co
estimated at $300 per meeting. Another point is that while some empl
flexible with their schedule, those on patrol or who are on professional assign
replaced by other staff members while they attend Commitfiee me
Department is understaffed, so there may not always be someone available,
Assistant to the City Manager Teglia indicated th�t there may be some fIE
meetings at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, or other locations, to promot
Another issue is the time of the meeting. He stated that it is important for th�
to have a location and time that is consistent.
Advisory member Johnson reported that the ori�inal community meetinc
facilitate involvement and get the ball rolling. With the increased cc
organizations, such as the National Brotherhood Association, a new trend is k
is no longer cool to be in a gang. He supported the idea of holding rr
community.
Committee member Sullivan suggested holding two community meetings pE
Commiitee member Johnson proposed holding one evening meeting per
community.
City Attorney Gennaro recommended that all meztings be scheciuled and
Regular Meetings to ensure as much notice to the public as possible.
Committee member Johnson suggested scheduling the June and Septem�
the evening and at community locations.
The Committee unanimously agreed to schedule the June 1 b, 2011 meeting
the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, and the Septem'�ber 15, 2011 meeting at 5
Friendship House, if it is open at that time. If it is not, an alternate location will
Cornmittee Chair Salas proposed changing all oth�r regular meeting times
to 12:00 p.m.
The 2011 Commiitee calendar, with changes, was unanimously approved.
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion regarding Fundina for, and Preparation of, Pubtic Service
Safe Neighborhoods and Community RE
Agenc
Due to the current economic situafiion, the rece�nt trend for the Police D
appear on news shows to discuss topics that involve pubiic safety rather
and produce public service announcements. There are also regularly sc
interviews.
Committee Chair Salas asked if production of public service annou
incorporated into the franchise agreements the City has with the cable cor�
Sergeant DeGeare said that in the past the Department did partner with
produce three to four minute videos on any topic related to public safety.
24-ho�r digital cable program that airs a variety c�f informational videos. T�
were viewed by the Committee as examples. These videos can also be
BPD Insider webpage. Any topic can be pitched; and if the media belie�
subject, they will produce the video.
Community Relations Specialist London reported that the Crime Preventioi
assistance of Explorers, is currently working on some story boards. The ta
aren't Cool." Three examples were viewed by the Committee. These
directors an idea of what the Department wants to convey; and if the mec
they will film and produce the videos.
Committee Chair Salas asked if the news stations provide this servic
Community Relations Specialist London responded that it depends on the tc
Committee Chair Salas suggested working with th�e school districts, as they
production teams, so this could be another resource.
Sergeant DeGeare reported that staff did work in cooperation with Bakersf
one project several years ago, but it was unsucce�sful.
Committee member Sullivan supported the idea of getting the schools invc
having the videos shown in classrooms or school assemblies.
Assistant Chief Martin will contact Mr. Mendiburu with Bakersfield High Schoc
matter with him. He reported that there are two Bakersfield Police Offic
assigned to Bakersfield High School to partner with them in a test program tc
young men and women who show signs of po�sibly getting involved wi
public service videos could potentially integrate into the test program.
Committee member Johnson said that a lot of good things are being donE
6. COMMITTEE COMMENTS
Committee
written rep
meetings.
could.
Safe Neighborhoods and Community R�
Agenc
member Johnson asked if the County Probation Department <
>rt if they foresaw that they would be unable to attend fut
Susan Lerude from the County Probation Department confii
Committee member Sullivan asked about recent news reports about a I<
graffiti at one of the parks. Police Chief Williamson responded that the K
was Heritage Park; and that with the assistance of County Supervisor G�
cleaned up.
Committee member Sullivan asked about the Park Watch program.
Wiliiamson responded that the information had been sent to all of the
Watch Captains, and they have had a very positive response. He also plan
Community Voices article to the Bakersfield Californian in support of the pro
Assistant to the City Manager Teglia announced that the May 19, 201 1 mee
City-County Standing Committee to Combat Gang Violence will be hosted
The starting time was changed from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Police C
reported that there will be a ceremony at the Liberty Bell in honor o
Memorial Day at 12:00 p.m.
Committee Chair Salas thanked everyone for attending and for their partici
7. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 12:52 p.m.
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B A K E I� S F I E L D
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTIV�ENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Safe Neighborhood Committee
FROM: Stuart Patteson, Public Works Operations Manager
DATE: April 11, 2011
SUBJECT: Request for Graffiti In�c�rmation on Weak�nd Work
At the March 30 City Council meeting, Councilmember Johnson requested a
presentation to the Safe Neighborhood Committee regarding Anti-graffiti
operations. Public Works Staff intends to make a short presentation on the history
the 7-day a w2ek graffiti program and schedule.
With this presentation we intend to explain:
• Why and when we went to a 7-day a week schedule.
• Discuss the scope of graffiti abatement operations on the weekends.
• How the 7-day a week schedule is a cost saving method of scheduling.
• Other benefits of the 7-day a week schedule.