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BAKERSFIELD CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 2008
Council Chambers, City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue
Regular Meeting - 5:15 p.m. and reconvenes at 6:30 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING - 5:15 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
3. APPOINTMENTS
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Ward 4)*
(Ward 1, 4 & 5) e.
* - upon annexation
Minutes:
a. Approval of minutes of the January 30,2008, Regular City Council Meeting.
Payments:
b. Approval of department payments from January 18, 2008 to January 31, 2008 in
the amount of $11,419,171.19 and self-insurance payments from January 18, 2008 to
January 31, 2008 in the amount of $591,579.30.
Ordinances:
c.
First Reading of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration amending Title 17 of the
Municipal Code and amending Zoning Map No. 101-01 from A (Agriculture) to R-2 (Limited
Multiple Family Dwelling) on approximately 40 acres and A to DI (Drilling Island) on
approximately 4 acres. Louise Palmer, representing Adavco, Inc., the developer; has
applied for this zone change located south of Seventh Standard Road and west of the
Calloway Canal.
Adoption of Ordinance amending Sections 17.04.547; 17.60.020 b.; 17.60.050 c.;
17.60.060 a.3.; 17.60.060 b.1-5, 9; 17.60.070; and 17.60.090 of the Bakersfield Municipal
Code relating to signs. (FR 01/30108)
Adoption of Ordinance amending Bakersfield Municipal Code Sections ~ 1.12.010,
~ 1.12.040 and ~ 1.12.050 by adding Annexation No. 505 consisting of 54.34 acres, located
west of Cottonwood Road, north of Panama Lane, Annexation No. 523 consisting of 33.01
acres, located on the north side of East Hosking Avenue, between South Union Avenue and
Cottonwood Road, Annexation No. 528 consisting of 22.06 acres, located south of Chester
Avenue and south of White Lane, generally west of South Union Avenue and Annexation No.
529 consisting of 64.47 acres, located at the southwest corner of South Fairfax Road and
Redbank Road to Ward 1, Annexation No. 466 consisting of 83.47 acres, located north of
Snow Road, generally west of the Calloway Canal, east of Allen Road, Annexation No. 531
consisting of 60.88 acres, located north of Stockdale Highway, generally west of Renfro
Road, Annexation 542 consisting of 0.55 acres, located on the north side of Old Town Road,
between Allen Road and Old Farm Road, Annexation 552 consisting of 2.45 acres, located
on the north side of Brimhall Road, west of Calloway Drive, Annexation No. 562 consisting of
99.50 acres, located at the northeast corner of Snow Road and Coffee Road, west of the
Beardsley Canal and Annexation No. 565 consisting of 91.65 acres, located on Etchart
Road, on the east and west side of Coffee Road, west of the Beardsley Canal to Ward 4, and
Annexation 530 consisting of 77.56 acres, located at the northwest corner of Gosford Road
and Taft Highway to Ward 5. (FR 01/30/08)
d.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR continued
(Ward 4)*
(Ward 6)
(Ward 5)
(Wards 1,6)
(Ward 7)
(Ward 7)
(Ward 4)
. - upon annexation
f.
Adoption of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending Section 17.06.020
(Zone Maps 101-13 and 101-24) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield Municipal Code by
changing the zoning from A (Agriculture Zone) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing Zone) on
approximately 10 acres, and A to E (Estate Dwelling Zone) on approximately 17 acres
located generally south of Hageman Road, west of Piedmont Avenue, and east of the
Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad (ZC07-1077-Marino & Associates)
(FR 01/30/08)
Resolutions:
g.
Assessment District No. 08-1 (Montecito Oaks):
1. Resolution accepting petition and determining to undertake special assessment
proceedings.
2. Resolution approving boundary map.
3. Resolution of Intention 1586.
4. Agreement with Wilson & Associates for assessment engineering.
5. Agreement with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe for legal services (bond).
6. Agreement with Goodwin Procter, LLP for legal services (disclosure).
h.
Panama - Buena Vista Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Area
1. Resolution of Intention No. 1589 to establish the Panama-Buena Vista Bridge and
major thoroughfare area and preliminarily approving the boundaries of the area and
the cost and fee schedule.
i.
2. First reading of Ordinance amending Subsection F of Section 16.32.060 of the
Bakersfield Municipal Code relating to bridge crossings and major thoroughfares.
Resolutions adding the following territories to the Consolidated Maintenance District and
confirming the assessments, approving the Public Works Director's Report and authorizing
collection of assessments by the Kern County Tax Collector.
1. Area 2-37 (District, Stine NW)
2. Area 5-44 (E. White, S. Washington NW)
j.
Resolution approving application proposing proceedings from annexation of uninhabited
territory to the city identified as Annexation No. 570 consisting of 21,071 square feet, located
on the south side of Southgate Drive, between South H Street and South Union Avenue.
Agreements:
k.
Final Map and Improvement Agreement with Smee Buildings, Inc. for Tract 6653 located
south of Hosking Avenue and east of Stine.
Agreement with Kern County Water Agency regarding Assets, Rights and Property
Associated with the Kern River Program, the Aera Park property located at Stockdale
Highway and Jewetta Avenue, and use of City water facilities.
I.
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(Ward 1)
(Ward 2)
(Ward 2)
(Ward 3)
(Ward 5)
(Ward 2)
(Ward 2)
(Ward 2)
(Ward 2)
4. CONSENT CALENDAR continued
m.
Reimbursement Agreement for street improvements adjacent to Fire Station No.5:
1. Agreement with Sewa Singh ($22,000.00) to construct street improvements.
2. Appropriate $22,000.00 reimbursable costs to the Public Works Department's Capital
Improvement Budget within the Supplemental Law Enforcement Fund.
Amendment NO.1 to Agreement 03-213 ($57,000.00) with the Greater Bakersfield
Separation of Grade District, for preliminary design and right of way engineering for the
Mohawk Street and Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) separation of grade
project.
Contract Change Order NO.1 to Agreement No. 06-390 ($41,148.96, for a revised not to
exceed amount of $733,663.96) with Clean Cut Landscape for streetscape improvements
on Baker Street Phase 2 Truxtun Avenue to Jackson Street.
n.
o.
p.
Contract Change Order Nos. 21 and 22 to Agreement 06-028 with Granite Construction
Company ($57,114.38 for a revised not to exceed amount of $6,543,708.74) for the North
Chester Avenue Bridge over the Kern River Replacement Project.
Bids:
q.
Accept bid and award contract to Hudson Custom Construction, Inc. ($68,777.00) to replumb
Fire Station NO.9.
r.
Accept bid and award contract to Insituform Technologies ($987,548.00) to construct "a"
Street Sewer Rehabilitation between BNSF Railroad and 26th Street.
Accept bid and award contract to V. Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractors, Inc.
($779,809.30 base bid only) to construct streetscape and storm drain improvements, 19th
Street at Eye Street.
t. Accept bid from South Kern Machinery ($203,145.50) for two (2) replacement articulating
four-wheel drive loaders with 2.0 C.Y. buckets for the Public Works Department, Streets
Division.
s.
u. Accept bid from Coastline Equipment ($214,092.45) for two (2) replacement articulating four-
wheel drive loaders with 2.5 C. Y. buckets for the Public Works Department, Streets Division.
v. Accept bid from South Kern Machinery ($124,209.50) for one (1) additional and one (1)
replacement backhoe loader for the Public Works Department, Streets Division.
Miscellaneous:
w. Acceptance of 2005-06 Transportation Development Act Funds Financial Statements.
x. Acceptance of Financial Audit Reports.
y.
Appropriate $29,944 State of California Workforce Housing Reward Grant Program funds to
the Capital Outlay Fund for use on the Mill Creek Linear Park Project - Phase 1.
Appropriate $291,494 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Grants to the Public Works
Department's Capital Improvement Budget within the Bikeway and Pedestrian Pathway Fund
for the Mill Creek Bike Path.
z.
Staff recommends adoption of Consent Calendar items a through z.
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5. CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS
(Ward 3)
(Ward 7)
(Ward 4)*
. - upon annexation
a.
Public Hearing to consider General Plan Amendment//Zone Change 07-1715; Sikand
Engineering, representing Rio Bravo Investment Group (property owner) has applied for
a general plan amendment and zone change on approximately 17 acres generally located
southwest of Highway 178 and Morning Drive. (Staff recommends adoption of resolution and
give first reading to ordinance.)
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from GC (General Commercial) and
HMR (High Medium Density Residential) to OC (Office Commercial) on approximately
13 acres, and HMR to GC on approximately 4 acres.
2. First Reading of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration, amending Title 17 of
the Municipal Code and amending Zone Map No. 103-24 from C-2/PCD (General
CommerciaVPlanned Commercial Development) and R-2 (Limited Multi-family
Dwelling Residential) to C-O (Commercial Office) on approximately 13 acres, and R-2
to C-2/PCD on 4 acres.
b.
Public Hearing to consider General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 07-1791; Evergreen
Devco, Inc., representing Infinity Development Property Management (property owner)
has applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on 2.50 acres located along the
south side of Planz Road, west of South H Street. (Staff recommends adoption of resolution
and give first reading to ordinance.)
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from HMR (High Medium Density
Residential) to GC (General Commercial) on 2.50 acres.
2. First Reading of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 123-13) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code from R-2 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling Zone) to C-1/PCD
(Neighborhood Commercial/Planned Commercial Development Zone) on 2.50 acres.
c.
Public Hearing to consider General Plan Amendment /Zone Change 07-1848;
SmithTech/USA, Inc., representing Alfred Palla Jr. and Donald Ralph Palla (property
owner) has applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on approximately 80
acres located at the north side of Brimhall Road, east side of Rudd, and south of Palm
Avenue. (Staff recommends adoption of resolution and give first reading to ordinance.)
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from UER (Urban Estate Residential)
to SR (Suburban Residential) on 80 acres.
2. First Reading of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 101-27) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code by changing the zoning from R-S-5A (Residential Suburban -5 Acre
Minimum) to E (Estate One-family Dwelling) on approximately 80 acres.
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5. CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS continued
(Ward 5)*
d.
Public Hearing to consider General Plan Amendment /Zone Change 07-1874; Mcintosh &
Associates, representing Michael Antongiovanni, Nancy Turnipseed, and Steven
Antongiovanni (property owners) has applied for a general plan amendment and zone
change on 39.92 acres located at the northeast corner of McCutchen Road and Old River
Road. (Staff recommends adoption of resolution and give first reading to ordinance.)
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from R-IA (Resource-Intensive
Agriculture) to LR (Low Density Residential) on 39.92 acres.
2. First Reading of Ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 124-17) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code from A (Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling Zone) on 39.92
acres.
6. CLOSED SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation; Closed Session pursuant to
subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 54956.9 (Three cases)
1. Edwin Davenport v. City, et al
Kern County Superior Court, Case No. S-1500-CV-259915-LPE
2. Elizabeth Matthews v. City et al
Kern County Superior Court, Case No. S-1500-CV-258659-SPC
3. Essex Insurance Company v. City, D.A.R.E., Inc. et al
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-1500-CV-256273-AEW
4. John M. Tarabino & Joseph A. Tarabino, individuals; and
DKS Investments, LLC, v. City
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-1500-257620-SPC
b. Conference with Legal Counsel- Potential Initiation of Litigation; Closed Session pursuant to
subdivision (c) of Government Code Section 54956.9
c. Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
d. Conference with Legal Counsel- Potential Litigation: Closed Session pursuant to
subdivision (b)(1 )(3)(A) of Government Code Section 54956.9. (One issue)
RECONVENED MEETING - approximately 6:30 p.m.
7. ROLL CALL
8. INVOCATION by Pastor Tim Hardy, Laurelglen Bible Church.
9. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE by Ashlyn Klopfenstein, 5th grade student at Bimat Elementary School.
10. CLOSED SESSION ACTION
11. PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation by Mayor Hall of Proclamation to On Man Lau, President of American Society
of Civil Engineers Southern San Joaquin Branch, proclaiming February 17-23, 2008 as
"National Engineers Week".
12. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
13. REPORTS
. - upon annexation
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14. HEARINGS
(Ward 5)
(Ward 3)*
a.
General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 05-1580 (Ten Section), Jim Manley, representing
10 Section LLC (property owner) has applied for a general plan amendment and zone
change on 220-acres located on the south of Panama Lane and east of Nord Avenue. Jim
Manley has appealed the Planning Commission decision.
1. Resolution making findings approving and certifying the Final Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) for General Plan Amendment 05-1580, known as the 10 Section
Project.
2. Resolution approving the appeal and adopting the general plan amendment changing
the land use designation from R-MP (Resource-Mineral and Petroleum) and OS
(Open Space) to LR (Low Density Residential) on 220-acres.
3. First Reading of Ordinance amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code and amending
Zoning Map No. 122-28 from A (Exclusive Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling)
on 220-acres.
Staff recommends adoption of resolutions and give first reading to ordinance.
b.
General Plan AmendmentlZone Change 06-0494; Mcintosh and Associates, representing
Douglas DeBerti and San dye Deberti (property owner) has applied for a general plan
amendment and zone change on 60 acres located on the east side of Edison Road (future),
Y2 mile north of Breckenridge Road.
1. Resolution denying the general plan amendment changing the land use designation
from R-MP (Resource-Mineral Petroleum) and OS (Open Space) to LR (Low Density
Residential) on 60 acres.
2. Resolution denying the amendment to Title 17 of the Municipal Code and amendment
to Zoning Map No. 104-28 from A (Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling) on 60
acres.
Staff recommends adoption of resolutions.
15. DEFERRED BUSINESS
16. NEW BUSINESS
17. COUNCIL AND MAYOR STATEMENTS
18. ADJOURNMENT
02/05108 4:55 PM
Respectfully submitted,
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Alan Tandy
City Manager
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AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
FEBRUARY 13, 2008 COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:15 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Ordinances
Item 4c. First Readino of an Ordinance Amendino of the Municioal Code and Zonino Mao from A to R-2 on 40
Acres and A to 01 on 4 Acres Located South of 7th Standard Road and West of the Calloway Canal. Louise
Palmer, representing Ad a vco , In., proposes a single-family residential and multi-family unit development, a
drilling island, and PG & E substation. On October 18,2007, the Planning Commission recommended Council
adoption. No one spoke in opposition to the project, and the applicant agreed to all conditions and mitigation.
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Aareements
Item 41. Aoreement with Kern County Water Aoency lKCWA) reoardino Assets. Riphts and Prooertv
Association with the Kem River Prooram. the Aera Park Prooertv Located at Stockdale Hiohway and Jewetta
Avenue. and use of City Water Facilities. The City acquired the 40-acre property, rtow known as "Aera Park",
with funds provided by the 2000 Water Bonds - Proposition 13 through the KCW A, In 2001. In order to
dedicate a portion of the property to recreational uses, the City will allow the KCWA to percolate water in the
"2800 Acres" to replace the spreading capacity at Aera Park that is dedicated to recreation. The agreement
allows the KCWA to drill and operate water wells on and near the property. A management plan is included in
the agreement that controls KCWA pumping of these wells as to not affect water levels or the quality of water
in City Domestic Water System wells.
Item 4m. Aareement with Sewa Sinoh to Reimburse the City to Construct Street Imorovements Adiacent to
Fire Station No. 5 in the amount of $22.000.00. As part of the construction of new Fire Station 5, City forces
are constructing sewer, storm drain, and street improvements that pass along the frontage of Mr. Singh's
property to the west of the new fire station. To maximize efficiency of construction, as well as some of the
construction needed for Mr. Singh's Conditional Use Permit, the City and Mr. Singh agree that Mr. Singh will
reimburse the City for construction work performed on his behalf along his property frontage.
Item 4n. Amendment No 1 to Aoreement 03-213 with the Greater Bakersfield Seoaration of Grade District. for
Preliminarv Desion and Richt of Way Enoineerinc for the Mohawk Street and Burlinoton Northern and Santa
Fe Railroad lBNSF) Seoaration of Grade Proiect in an amount not to exceed $57.000.00. BNSF is requesting
a Project design change from an underpass to an overpass. With this change, the City will need to revise
submittals to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and amend agreements with the State of
California Department of Transportation and the BNSF.
Bids
Item 4r. Award Contract to Insituform Technolooies to Construct Q Street Sewer Rehabilitation between
Burlinoton Northern and Santa Fe Railroad lBNSF) and 261ft Street in the amount of $987.548.00. This project
will rehabilitate an existing sewer line along Q Street, between BNSF and 261ft Street, by placing Cured-In-
Place Pipe (CIPP) within the existing sewer pipe. The existing manholes will also be rehabilitated by means of
a spray-on protective lining. This construction method results in less disruption to the vehicular traffic than
replacing the sewer line. Funding for this project is from the Sewer Enterprise Fund. Six acceptable bids were
received. Staff recommends awarding the contract to Insituform Technologies.
Agenda Highlights
February 13, 2008
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Item 45. Award Contract to V. Lopez Jr. & Sons General Encineerinc Contractors. Inc. to Construct
Streetscape and Storm Drain Improvements on 19th and Eye Streets in the base bid amount of $779.809.30.
This project is an extension of the 19th Street improvements and is a continuation of the Downtown Design
Charette Strategy #5. The project will consist of new sidewalks and decorative concrete pavement, street
lights and bOllards, trees and planters. Storm drain improvements will help mediate the current drainage
problem at the northeast and northwest corners of this project. This projected is funded through Community
Development Block Grant Funds and Sewer Enterprise Funds. Three acceptable bids were received. Staff
recommends awarding the contract to V. Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractors, Inc.
Item 4t & 4u. Award Contracts to South Kem Machinery in the amount of $203.145.50 and Coastline
Eauipment in the amount of $214.092.45 for Two (2) Replacement Articulatina Four-wheel Drive Loaders with
2.0 C.Y. Buckets and Two (2) with 2.5 C.Y. Buckets. respectivelY. for the Public Works Deoartment Street
Division. The purpose of these contracts is replace loaders that have been in service for 12 to 14 years and
have differential, brake, and transmission failures, which have caused extended down time in excess of 30
days. Four acceptable bids were received. Staff recommends awarding the contracts to South Kern
Machinery and Coastline Equipment.
Item 4v. Award Contract to South Kern Machinery for One (1) Additional and One (1) Replacement Backhoe
Loader for the Public Works Deoartment. Streets Division in the amount of $124.209.50 The purpose of this
contract is replace one loader that has differential, brake, and transmission failures, which have caused
extended down time in excess of 30 days, and the purchase of an additional loader due to the increased work
load in the Streets Division. Four acceptable bids were received. Staff recommends awarding the contracts to
South Kern Machinery and Coastline Equipment.
Miscellaneous
Item 4z. Aoprooriate $291.494 Transoortation Develooment Act Article 3 Grants to the Public Works
Department's Caoitallmorovement Budcet within the Bikeway and Pedestrian Pathway Fund for the Mill Creek
Bike Path. A central element of the Mill Creek linear park project includes a bike path along' the canal bank.
As part of the overall project, the path creates a bicycle link between housing, transportation and recreation,
education, commercial, office and industrial uses. In 2007 staff applied for a grant from the Transportation
Development Act Fund (TDA), Article 3, Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Claim. The City was successful in
obtaining funds in the amount of $263,000 for this bike path. Additional previously granted TDA funds in the
amount of $28,494 will also be utilized. This item appropriates both grants and places $291,494 into the
Capital Improvement Projects account for construction of the bike path.
CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS
On December 20, 2007 the Planning Commission recommended approval of Items Sa., 5b.,
and 5d. Item 5c. was recommended for approval on December 17, 2007. No Individuals or
agencies oppose the requests, and the applicants agreed to all conditions and mitigation
for the projects.
Item Sa. General Plan Amendment and Zone Chance on Aporoximatelv 17 Acres Located Southwest of
Hiahway 178 and Mominc Drive. Sikand Engineering, representing Rio Bravo Investment group, proposes
development of a comprehensive cancer center and associated commercial uses at the southwest corner of
Morning Drive and Highway 178. The request would add a 13 acre buffer of office uses (C-O) between and
existing 10-acre commercial corner (C-2/PUD) and adjacent residential uses.
Item 5b. General Plan Amendment and Zone Chance on AooroximatelY 2.50 Acres Located Alonc the South
Side of Planz Road. West of South H Street. Evergreen Devco, Inc., representing Infinity Development
Property Management, proposes development of neighborhood commercial uses on the site.
Agenda Highlights
February 13. 2008
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Item 5c. General Plan Amendment and Zone Chanoe on Aooroximatelv 80 Acres Located at the North Side of
Brimhall Road. East Side of Rudd. and South of Palm Avenue. Upon annexation into the City, Smith
Tech/USA, inc., representing Alfred Palla Jr. & Donald Ralph Palla, propose development of 270 single family
homes on the site. At the pre-meeting, the Planning Commission asked for information regarding the footprint
of the West Beltway and Brimhall Interchange. Mitigation conditions were added to require the developer to
install or fund two lanes of the West Beltway to arterial standards within the project area.
Item 5d. General Plan Amendment and Zone Chanoe on Aooroximatelv 39.92 Acres Located at the Northeast
Corner of McCutchen Road and Old River Road. Mcintosh & Associates, representing Michael Antongiovanni,
Nancy Turnipseed, and Steven Antongiovanni, propose development of 172 single family residential units on
the site.
Council will adiourn to Closed Session followina the comDlllion of the Consent Calendar Hearinas
CLOSED SESSION
There will be conferences with legal counsel regarding four cases of existing litigation. one case of potential
initiation of litigation, conference with labor negotiator, and one case of potential litigation.
Cpnttnuation of the Reaular Meetina - AoDroximatelv 6:30 D.m.
HEARINGS
Item 148. Public Hearino to Consider and Aooeal of the Plannino Commission's Denial of a General Plan
Amendment and Zone Chanoe on 220 Acres Located on the South of Panama Lane and East of Nord Avenue.
Jim Manley, representing 10 Section LLC, the property owner, proposes construction of a single-family
residential development. The Planning Commission recommended denial based on concerns regarding the
health, safety, and welfare of the adjacent water bank, as well as area wildlife and mosquito issues dealing
with disease. Representatives from the Kern Water Bank Authority and Department of Fish and Game spoke
in opposition. The public hearing for this item was initially scheduled for August 29, 2007, but has been
continued multiple times because of unresolved issues. Staff met with the applicant and the California
Department of Fish and Game to include several new conditions to address the environmental concerns. They
are detailed in the administrative report and appear to have resolved the outstanding issues. Staff
recommends approving the EIR, upholding the appeal and approving the General Plan Amendment.
Item 14b. General Plan Amendment and Zone Chanoe on 60 Acres Located on the East Side of Edison
Road (future). ~ Mile North of Breckenridoe Road. Mcintosh and Associates, representing Douglas DeBerti
and Sandye Deberti propose development of 300 single-family residential dwelling units. The public hearing for
this item was initially scheduled for May 9, 2007; but has been continued multiple times at the applicant's
request. This proposal had considerable public opposition and was denied by the Planning Commission by
unanimous vote based primarily on isolation from other urban developments, inaccessibility, lack of
infrastructure, lot size inconsistency, and premature development. Staff recommends denial of the proposed
General Plan Amendment and Zone Change.
Approved:
Rhonda Smiley, Assistant to the City Manager I PIO ~.
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ADMliNISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 1-f.. a.- .
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
APPROVED
DEPARTMENT HEAIl 'fir'
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER &
Pamela McCarthy, City Clerk
February 1, 2008
SUBJECT: Approval of minutes of the January 30, 2008 Regular Council Meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
BACKGROUND:
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA .~ECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 't b,
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Nelson K. Smith, Finance Director
APPROVED
January 31, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Approval of department payments from January 18, 2008 to January 31, 2008 in the
amount of $11,419,171.19 and Self Insurance payments from January 18, 2008 to January
31, 2008 in the amount of $591,579.30.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of payments totaling $12,010,750.49.
BACKGROUND:
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA ECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM:
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
FROM: Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD ~
DATE: January 24, 2008 CITY ATTORNEY /:)YI1:..4
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CITY MANAGER R.s
SUBJECT: Zone Change 06-1698. (Ward 4 upon annexation)
Louise Palmer, representing Adavco, Inc., the developer, has applied for a zone change
on approximately 44 acres located south of Seventh Standard Road and west of the
Calloway Canal.
1. First reading of ordinance approving the Negative Declaration amending Title 17
of the Municipal Code and amending Zoning Map No. 101-01 from A
(Agriculture) to R-2 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling) on approximately 40 acres
and A to 01 (Drilling Island) on approximately 4 acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
Upon rezoning and annexation into the City, the proposal would allow for the development of
approximately 300 single-family and multi-family units, a drilling island, and PG & E substation on the
approximate 44-acre project site.
The City Council approved the general plan amendment for this site on May 9,2007. The zone change
application was remanded to city staff at the request of the applicant to include 01 (Drilling Island)
zoning at the southeast corner of the property. The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing
on the zone change and recommended approval to the City Council on October 18, 2007. No
individuals or agencies present at the hearing opposed the request and the applicant agreed to all
conditions and mitigation for the project.
Conditions of approval and mitigation measures which address cultural resources and traffic are
recommended as part of the project approval. Regarding traffic, the City Public Works department
conditioned the following improvements for Seventh Standard Road:
. The applicant is required to dedicate sufficient right-of-way to accommodate a six-lane, 126-foot
right of way along Seventh Standard Road to conform to Expressway standards;
. The city/county are to construct the internal four lanes of Seventh Standard Road; the applicant
is required to construct the outside eastbound lane;
. The applicant is required to construct any additional tum lanes that will service the subject
property; and
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. The applicant is required to dedicate sufficient right-of-way and construct an additional 30 feet of
landscaping along the south side of Seventh Standard Road (20 feet more than the requirement
for Arterial standards).
Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a negative declaration was prepared and posted on February 26, 2006,
and recirculated on October 30, 2007 in accordance with CEQA.
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MEETING DATE:
February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM NO: J..j t d.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director
January 28, 2008
APPRO~
DEPARTMENT HEAD fA-
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Adoption of an ordinance amending Sections 17.04.547; 17.60.020 b.; 17.60.050 c.; 17.60.060
a.3.; 17.60.060 b.1-5, 9; 17.60.070; and 17.60.090 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code relating to
signs. (All wards)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of the ordinance.
BACKG~OUND:
First reading of the ordinance was given on January 30, 2008.
The Planning Commission unanimously approved forwarding this ordinance to the City Council for adoption at
their meeting of December 6, 2007.
In April, 2007. the City Council forwarded to their Planning and Development Committee referrals conceming
the enforcement of electronic message displays and temporary signs (ie. banners, pennants, streamers,
balloons). That Committee held a series of six public meetings from April through November to consider
changes to the city's sign ordinance. Additionally, three public workshops were held in June and July by
planning staff in conjunction with the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce, one with local sign
companies concerning electronic message displays, and two with representatives from area automobile
dealerships specific to the use of banners and pennants.
The proposed changes to the sign ordinance are a result of those meetings. The Committee was shown
this draft at their meeting on November 1, 2007 and they directed staff to hold a publiC hearing before the
Planning Commission for comment and recommendation to the City Council.
Electronic MessaQe Disolavs
The Planning and Development Committee recommended a new section be added to the sign ordinance to
include the following:
. Pylon signs - limit to large retail developments (defined as containing buildings 50,000 square
feet or more), or in shopping centers of 5 acres or more.
. Monument signs - allow for both large and small developments but limit to one along each street
frontage.
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. Require a 150-foot setback from residentially zoned areas
. Changeable copy would be permitted for all of these signs.
. Allow on outdoor advertising signs (billboards).
(Because these signs are typically larger than business identification signs, they would continue
to maintain the current 30D-foot setback from residential areas).
Banners. Pennants/Streamers
The Planning and Development Committee recommended the following changes for use of banners and
pennants (these changes were supported by participating representatives from both new and use
automobile dealerships).
. SDecial Event Sians: Increase the number of total days from 45 to 60 da~ and the number of
events from 5 to 8 (per calendar year).
. Pole Banners: Allow the permanent use of pole banners. Banners would only be allowed on
light poles within the parking lot outside street rights-of-way. Two banners would be allowed on
each pole (maximum size of 30" x 96"). The size and placement of these banners are consistent
with those used by the City for promotional events.
. Pennants (streamers): Limit to 1\\0 (2) strands (as suggested by the automobile dealers) around
the perimeter of the approved outdoor sales area only. Use would be limited to properties zoned
C-2 or M (these are the only zones where automobile dealerships and outdoor sales areas are
allowed by right).
Miscellaneous
The other ordinance changes relate to the aforementioned recommendations to ensure consistency within
the ordinance. They include amending the sign definitions to update the definition of an electronic message
display and add a definition for a pole banner, add that penn its are not required for banner use, add
brightness control provisions for electronic signs, and revise the prohibited sign section to recognize the
newly permitted signs.
Staff also recommends adding the Westside Parkway to the list of streets where pylon signs and billboards
are prohibited. The Westside Parkway is designed as a landscaped scenic way to compliment the Kem
River Parkway. Because pylon signs and billboards would be permitted electronic message displa~, to
maintain scenic views of the Kem River consistent the Kem River Element, it is necessary to limit their
impact along the parkway corridor consistent with the pylon prohibition along the Truxtun Avenue between
State Highway 99 and Coffee Road.
Lastly, staff is taking the opportunity to clarify a section in the CO zone concerning center identification
signs, and to all sign sections conceming setbacks (the current language is cumbersome).
CONCLUSION:
The proposed ordinance amendments will help businesses successfully advertise their products, and
improve regulations concerning new electronic technology. The Planning and Development Committee of
the City Council and Planning Commission recommends the amendments be a:fopted by the City Council.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 4.. e-
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD ~
February 1, 2008 CITY ATTORNEY ;81JU-
CITY MANAGER es
SUBJECT: Adoption of ordinance amending Bakersfield Municipal Code Sections S 1.12.010, S
1.12.040 and ~ 1.12.050 by adding Annexation No. 505 consisting of 54.34 acres,
located west of Cottonwood Road, north of Panama Lane, Annexation No. 523
consisting of 33.01 acres, located on the north side of East Hosking Avenue, between
South Union Avenue and Cottonwood Road, Annexation No. 528 consisting of 22.06
acres, located south of Chester Avenue and south of White Lane, generally west of
South Union Avenue and Annexation No. 529 consisting of 64.47 acres, located at the
southwest comer of South Fairfax Road and Redbank Road to Ward 1, Annexation No.
466 consisting of 83.47 acres, located north of Snow Road, generally west of the
Calloway Canal, east of Allen Road, Annexation No. 531 consisting of 60.88 acres,
located north of Stockdale Highway, generally west of Renfro Road, Annexation 542
consisting of 0.55 acres, located on the north side of Old Town Road, between Allen
Road and Old Farm Road, Annexation 552 consisting of 2.45 acres, located on the north
side of Brimhall Road, west of Calloway Drive, Annexation No. 562 consisting of 99.50
acres, located at the northeast comer of Snow Road and Coffee Road, west of the
Beardsley Canal and Annexation No. 565 consisting of 91.65 acres, located on Etchart
Road, on the east and west side of Coffee Road, west of the Beardsley Canal to Ward 4,
and Annexation 530 consisting of 77.56 acres, located at the northwest comer of
Gosford Road and Taft Highway to Ward 5. (Wards 1, 4 & 5)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
First reading of the ordinance was given on January 30, 2008.
This ordinance amends the ward boundaries to include Annexations 505, 523, 528, 529, 466, 531, 542,
552, 562, 565 and 530 into corresponding Council ward. These annexations were approved by LAFCO
recently.
Annexation No. 505 is located west of Cottonwood Road, north of Panama Lane. The property
consists of 54.34 acres. The property owner proposes the development of single family residential
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units on the project site. The property owner requested annexation for development purposes and to
receive city services.
Annexation No. 523 is located on the north side of East Hosking Avenue, between South Union and
Cottonwood Road. The property consists of 33.01 acres. The property owner proposes to develop
single family residential units on the site. The property owner requested annexation for development
purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 528 is located south of Chester Avenue and south of White Lane, generally west of
South Union Avenue. The property consists of 22.06 acres. The property owner requested
annexation for development purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 529 is located at the southwest corner of South Fairfax Road and Redbank Road.
The property consists of 64.47 acres. The property owner requested annexation for development
purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 466 is located north of Snow Road, generally west of the Calloway Canal, east of
Allen Road. The property consists of 83.47 acres. The property owner proposes to develop of estate
residential on the project site. The property owner requested annexation for development purposes
and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 531 is located north of Stockdale Highway, generally west of Renfro Road. The
annexation consists of 60.88 acres. This annexation is City owned property and will be part of the
Wests ide Parkway.
Annexation No. 542 is located on the north side of Old Town Road, between Allen Road and Old
Farm Road. The property is developed with a single family residence. The property owner requested
annexation to receive city services.
Annexation No. 552 is located on the north side of Brimhall Road, west of Calloway Drive. The
property consists of 2.45 acres. The site is designated for office commercial development. The
property owner requested annexation for development purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 562 is located northeast comer of Snow Road and Coffee Road, west of the
Beardsley Canal. The property consists of 99.50 acres. The property owner proposes the
development of single family homes. The property owner requested annexation for development
purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 565 is located on Etchart Road, on the east and west side of Coffee Road, west of
the Beardsley Canal. The property consists of 91.65 acres. The property owner, proposes
development of single family homes. The property owner requested annexation for development
purposes and to receive city services.
Annexation No. 530 is located at the northwest comer of Gosford Road and Taft Highway. The
property consists of 77.56 acres. The property owner proposes the development of single family
residential on approximately 70 acres and regional commercial development on the remaining
portion of the project site. The property owner requested annexation for development purposes and
to receive city services.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGEND~JSECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: I-f..-fl,
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director
January 31, 2008
APPROVED
DEPARTMENT HEAD~
CITY ATTORNEY _
CITY MANAGER Rs
SUBJECT: Adoption of an ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending Section
17.06.020 (Zone Maps 101-13 and 101-24) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code by changing the zoning from A (Agriculture Zone) to M-1 (Light
Manufacturing Zone) on approximately 10 acres, and A to E (Estate Dwelling Zone)
on approximately 17 acres located generally south of Hageman Road, west of
Piedmont Avenue, and east of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad (ZC
07-1077 - Marino & Associates) (Ward 4 upon annexation).
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
First reading of the ordinance was given on January 30, 2008 after an appeal hearing which modified
Condition 13 to reflect the applicants requested change.
The proposal would allow for the development of 10 acres of light industrial along Hageman Road,
and a maximum of 68 single family homes on ~-acre lots the southern 17 acres of the project site.
The applicant is also requesting annexation into the City of Bakersfield.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change
on October 18,2007, and recommended approval to the City Council.
Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant
effect on the environment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration was prepared and posted on May 11,
2007 in accordance with CECA.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGEND~SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: I-f, q .
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
December 26, 2007
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APP~VED
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SUBJECT: Assessment District No. 08-1, (Montecito Oaks) (Ward 6)
1. Resolution Accepting Petition and Determining to Undertake Special Assessment
Proceedings.
2. Resolution Approving Boundary Map
3. Resolution of Intention 1586
4. Agreement with Wilson & Associates for Assessment Engineering.
5. Agreement with Orrick, Herrington & Sucliffe, Bond Counsel, for legal services.
6. Agreement with Goodwin Procter, LLP, Disclosure Counsel, for legal services.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends adoption of the Resolutions and approval of Agreements.
BACKGROUND: The appropriate application and petitions were submitted to staff to initiate this
proposed assessment district.
The proposed assessment district is named Montecito Oaks and is located generally on the
northeast corner of Ashe Road and Taft Highway, bordered on the north by McKee Road and
on the east by Mountain Ridge Drive, and is planned for new residential development. It is
proposed that the applicant, Montecito Communities, will construct residential units with
acquisition of the improvements upon completion. The improvements include the construction
of Ashe Road, McKee Road, Mt. Ridge Road, and the interior streets of Tracts 6757, 6758, and
6759. Items of construction include curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, catch basins,
grading, sewers, block wall, street lights, monuments, and paving improvements.
Once the resolutions and agreements are adopted, the next step is for bond counsel to prepare the
Acquisition and Disclosure Agreement.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
DATE:
Raul Rojas, Public Works Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER f,s
January 25, 2008
SUBJECT: Panama - Buena Vista Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Area (Ward 5).
1. Resolution of Intention No. 1589 to establish the Panama - Buena Vista
Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Area and preliminarily approving the
boundaries of the area and the cost and fee schedule.
2. First reading of Ordinance amending Subsection F of Section 16.32.060 of
the Bakersfield Municipal Code relating to Bridge Crossings and Major
Thoroughfares.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution of Intention and first reading
of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND: Until recently, the intersection of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road has been
subject to significant delays due to the piecemeal improvement of Panama Lane in the vicinity, and the
City had been searching for a way to get this intersection completed. One of the difficulties in
improving this intersection is that the property owner of the 18 acre northeast commercial corner (Ernie
Antongiovanni) was not ready to develop. Mr. Antongiovanni did not have the funds to complete these
improvements, but was willing to pay his proportionate share upon future development of the property.
As the City also did not have funds to improve this portion of the intersection, staff contacted the
developer of a nearby tract (Centex) who was constructing Panama Lane north of this piece and Buena
Vista Road east of this price and asked them to do the extra improvement. Centex was willing to do
these extra improvements, provided they could be reimbursed in the future.
One of the tools available to cities to provide for reimbursement is the formation of a Bridge and Major
Thoroughfare Area. A public hearing must be held regarding the boundary of the area of benefit, the
cost of the improvement, and the method of fee apportionment; and an ordinance must be passed. The
attached Resolution of Intention sets the hearing date for February 27,2008 and has as exhibits the
cost estimate, the fee schedule, and the boundary map. The commercial corner is the only area
benefiting from these improvements. The ordinance is attached for first reading.
This Ordinance adds the Panama - Buena Vista Major Thoroughfare Area to the list of bridge crossings
and major thoroughfares for which subdividers/developers are charged at time of development to pay
the cost of constructing the planned facilities.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: '-IF /.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
January 31 , 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
APPROVED
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CITY MANAGER &
SUBJECT: Resolutions adding the following territories to the Consolidated Maintenance District and
confirming the assessments, approving the Public Works Director's Report and authorizing
collection of assessments by the Kern County Tax Collector. (Wards 1,6)
1. Area 2-37 (District, Stine NW)
2. Area 5-44 (E. White, S. Washington NW)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends adoption of the Resolutions.
BACKGROUND: On January 30,2008 the Council adopted Resolution of Intention No's. 1587 and 1588
to add the above territories to the Consolidated Maintenance District as required by Section 13.04.021 of
the Municipal Code. Inclusion in the Consolidated Maintenance District will provide for the maintenance of
parks and/or street landscaping. The areas will be under park and/or streetscape zones of benefit and will
be assigned the appropriate tier levels when parks and/or street landscaping have been installed.
The addition of this territory to the Consolidated Maintenance District is not prohibited by Proposition 218.
The City of Bakersfield has received letters from the owners of the properties described above which
waive the public hearing concerning inclusion in the Consolidated Maintenance District. This allows the
City to expedite the maintenance district process, to satisfy the subdivision requirement. The owners also
have submitted Proposition 218 ballots indicating their consent to the assessments.
In order to provide future property owners with disclosure regarding the inclusion of land in the
Consolidated Maintenance District and the estimated maximum annual cost per equivalent dwelling unit,
covenant have been drafted and will be supplied to the sUbdivider(s)/developer(s) to be recorded with the
subdivision maps.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGE~DA ~E~TION: Consent Calendar
ITEM. 4. i. ,
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD ;1....-
January 23, 2008 CITY AnORNEY /!31JU-
CITY MANAGER ls
SUBJECT: Resolution approving application proposing proceedings for annexation of
uninhabited territory to the City identified as Annexation No. 570 consisting ~
21,071 square feet, located on the south side of Southgate Drive, between Soutli
H Street and South Union Avenue. (Ward 7)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of the resolution.
BACKGROUND:
The resolution of application proposes proceedings for annexation of uninhabited territory to the
City of Bakersfield identified as Annexation No. 570 consisting of 21,071 square feet, located on
the south side of Southgate Drive, between South H Street and South Union Avenue.
The annexation is adjacent to the City limits and is within the City's Sphere of Influence boundary.
The property owner has consented to annexation. The proposal is to annex the land for
development purposes and receive city services.
The exchange of property tax revenues for this annexation will be covered under the master tax
split agreement (Memorandum of Understanding 05-015) between the City of Bakersfield and
County of Kern. The basis for this determination is that this annexation is covered under b. 7. of
the agreement "Annexation of Uninhabited Land and Residential Development."
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MEETING DATE: February 13 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: '-I. K.
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director DEPARTMENT HEAD
DATE: January 28, 2008 CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER es
SUBJECT: Improvement Agreement
Improvement Agreement with SMEE BUILDERS INC. for Tract Map 6653 located south
of Hosking Avenue and east of Stine. (Ward 7)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff Recommends approval of the maps and agreements.
BACKGROUND:
These Agreements are entered into to secure the improvements required for the
Subdivision Map. Such improvements include, but are not limited to streets, sewer,
storm drain, and landscaping on or adjacent to the property being subdivided.
NOTE: THE IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS
ARE FILED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FOR REVIEW.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 'I. I.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Florn Core, Water Resources Manager
APPROVED
DEPARTMENTHEAD~
CITY ATTORNEY Vc..
CITY MANAGER Rs
January 31, 2008
SUBJECT: Agreement with Kern County Water Agency regarding Assets, Rights and Property AS$ociated
with the Kern River Program, the Aera Park property located at Stockdale Highway and
Jewetta Avenue, and use of City water facilities. ryvard No.4)
RECOM MENDA TION:
Water Board and staff recommend execution of agreement.
BACKGROUND: This agreement forms the basis of understanding between the City and the Kern
County Water Agency (KCWA) for the use of a 40 acre property, now known as "Aera Park", located at
Stockdale Highway and Jewetta Avenue. The City acquired the property in 2001 with funds provided by
the 2000 Water Bonds - Proposition 13 through the KCWA.
The property has limitations on use, namely for groundwater recharge and/or recreational purposes. In
order to dedicate a portion of the property to recreational uses, the City will allow the KCWA to percolate
water in the "2800 Acres" to replace the spreading capacity at Aera Park that is dedicated to recreation.
Additional terms in this agreement will give the KCWA access to City wells in the "2800 Acres" to pump
water for uses restricted to delivery within Kern County. Appropriate fees will be charged to cover costs for
use of the wells. Seasonal and annual limitations are on the volume of water produced and the KCWA
must pump its own banked water that is stored in the "2800 Acres".
The agreement allows the KCWA to drill and operate water wells on and near the property. A
management plan is included in the agreement that controls KCWA pumping of these wells as to not affect
water levels or the quality of water in City Domestic Water System wells.
The City of Bakersfield Water Board reviewed and voted to recommend City Council approval of this
agreement at its November 14, 2007 meeting.
January 31, 2008
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: if. fY1.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul Rojas, Public Works Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
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January 25, 2008
SUBJECT: Reimbursement Agreement for street improvements adjacent to Fire Station NO.5
(Ward 1):
1. Reimbursement Agreement with Sewa Singh ($22,000.00) to construct street
improvements.
2. Appropriate $22,000.00 reimbursable costs to the Public Works Department's
Capital Improvement Budget within the Supplemental Law Enforcement Fund.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of agreement and appropriation.
BACKGROUND: As part of the construction of new Fire Station 5, City forces are constructing sewer,
storm drain, and street improvements that pass along the frontage of Mr. Singh's property to the west of
the new Fire Station.
To maximize efficiency of construction needed for the Fire Station, along with some of the construction
needed for Mr. Singh's Conditional Use Permit (File # 07-0074), the City and Mr. Singh agree that Mr.
Singh will reimburse the City for construction work that the City performs on his behalf along his property
frontage.
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MEETING DATE: January 30, 2008
AGENDA ~ECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: I-f. n.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
January 17, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
7'!:-VED
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SUBJECT: Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 03-213 with the Greater Bakersfield Separation of Grade
District, for preliminary design and right of way engineering for the Mohawk Street and
Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) separation of grade project.
($57,000.00) (Ward 2).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of amendment to agreement.
BACKGROUND: The City and the Separation of Grade District entered into a Joint Agencies
Agreement for Preliminary Design and Right of Way Engineering for the Mohawk Street and BNSF
Separation of Grade Project on July 30,2003. Originally, the design of the Project was to be an
underpass; however, while BNSF initially agreed with the underpass for the application to the California
Public Utilities Commission ("CPUC"), they subsequently determined that an overpass was their preferred
option. With this design change, the City will need to revise submittals to the CPUC (applications,
agreements, etc.) and amend agreements with the State of California Department of Transportation and
the BNSF.
This amendment will enable the Separation of Grade District to continue assisting the City in completing
the above mentioned work.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 1..)" CJ.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul Rojas, Public Works Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
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January 30, 2008
SUBJECT: Contract Change Order No. 1 to Agreement No. 06-390 with Clean Cut Landscape
($41,148.96 for a revised not to exceed amount of $733,663.96) for the Streetscape
Improvements, Baker Street Phase 2 Truxtun Avenue to Jackson Street (Ward 2).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Contract Change Order.
BACKGROUND: This project provides Streetscape improvements on Baker Street from Truxtun Avenue
to Jackson Avenue.
During construction, some areas of sidewalk were found to be undermined. The undermined area needs
to be filled with cement sand slurry in order to safely support the sidewalk. The contractor agreed to do
this work for the lump sum price of $88.86.
An irrigation line being installed for this project needs to be relocated because it conflicts with an existing
storm drain pipe on the southwest corner of Baker and Sumner. This relocation work will require
additional sawcutting in the pavement area. The contractor has agreed to do this work for the lump sum
price of $248.53.
An existing gas line was found the on the west side of Baker St. running south of Sumner Ave. This gas
line is in conflict with the new irrigation and electrical lines which need to be installed in this area. To clear
this gas line, it will be necessary to move the new irrigation and electrical lines further into the street. This
relocation work will require additional sawcutting in the pavement area. The contractor has agreed to do
this work for the lump sum price of $83.34.
During construction it was discovered that when the new tree grates are installed in the sidewalk on the
West side of Baker St. south of E. 21st St. and on the east side of Baker St. north of Truxtun Ave., there is
not enough clear area to meet ADA Standards. As such, it will be necessary to remove some of the paved
area behind the existing sidewalk to provide for widening the pedestrian path. The contractor agreed to do
this work for the lump sum price of $2,328.41.
During construction it was discovered that an access ramp in the sidewalk area on the south side of the
alley north of E. 19th Street needs to be realigned in order to comply with current ADA standards. As
such, it will be necessary to remove the existing curb and gutter and sidewalk in order to realign the new
ramp. The contractor has agreed to do this work for the lump sum price of $82.76.
During construction the contractor installed the electrical risers in the tree wells for the new electrical
outlets as show on the project plans. However, after they were installed it was discovered that the location
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of the electrical risers hit the underside of the tree grates. These conduits need to be moved closer to the
tree in order to align with the opening in the tree grate. The contractor has agreed to relocate these risers
for the lump sum price of $2,927.13.
An area of sidewalk adjacent to the project area was discovered to be settled. This area of sidewalk will
cause a trip hazard when the new sidewalk is poured. As such, it will be necessary to remove this section
of sidewalk so that this potential trip hazard can be eliminated. The contractor has agreed to do this work
for the lump sum price of $361.31.
After the new Power Pedestal was installed in the sidewalk south of the alley north of E. 19th, it was
determined that it needs to be moved off the sidewalk and into the alley due to safety issues. The
contractor has agreed relocate this facility for the lump sum price of $16,290.38.
During construction it was discovered that three (3) 15 gallon bushes, which were installed per plan, were
found to be inappropriate plant materials for the area in which they had been installed. As such, these
bushes need to be relocated to a more appropriate area on the project. The contractor has agreed to do
this work for the lump sum price of $422.81.
In order to construct the project per the plans and specifications, several contract item quantities and
prices had to be adjusted. These various adjustments will result in a net cost increase of $18,315.43
This is the first change order to be submitted for this project. This change order will increase the project
total by $41,148.96 (which is an increase of 5.9% of the original contract amount) as illustrated below:
.
Original Contract Amount
Amended Contract Agreement after Change Orders
Net Increase to date
=
$692,515.00
$733,663.69
$ 41,148.96
.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA
ITEM:
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul Rojas, Public Works Director
January 28, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
)t:OVED
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SUBJECT: Contract Change Order Nos. 21 and 22 to Agreement 06-028 with Granite Construction
Company ($57,114.38 for a revised not to exceed amount of $6,543,708.74) for the North
Chester Avenue Bridge over the Kern River Replacement Project (Ward 3)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Contract Change Order.
BACKGROUND: This project provides for demolishing and reconstructing the westerly bridge over the
Kern River on North Chester Avenue.
Change Order No. 21 provides for the planting of trees and hydroseeding with native species of shrubs
and grasses along the slope embankment and in adjacent areas to the Kern River bed in accordance with
the terms of the Stream Alteration Agreement No. 2004-0046-R4 between California Department of Fish &
Games and the City of Bakersfield. Under this agreement and under the applicable environmental
permits, the City of Bakersfield is responsible for revegetation and restoration of the disturbed areas
adjacent to the banks of the Kern River at the conclusion of this project. This work was not included in the
original bid to Granite Construction. The contractor has agreed to perform this work for the lump sum
price of $39,305.85.
Change Order No. 22 provides for additional contour grading along the south shore of the Kern River. The
original grading plan for the bike path along the south shore of the Kern River and west of the new bridge
structure did not allow for the flow of bicycle or pedestrian traffic to the west side of North Chester Avenue.
These changes allow for this access without crossing North Chester Avenue. Because pedestrians would
have forged their own pathways over time, the paved bike path will provide safe access and limit erosion
and future maintenance to the landscaping along the bike path. The contractor has agreed to do this
additional work for the lump sum price of $17,808.53.
The net cost increase of Change Orders 21 and 22 is $57,114.38. This provides a total cost increase of
$485,202.74 (which is an 8% increase from the original contract price) as illustrated below:
.
.
Original Contract Amount
Amended Contract Agreement after Change Orders
Net Increase to date
=
$6,058,506.00
$6,543,708.74
$ 485,202.74
=
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM:
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
January 29, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
J::OVED
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SUBJECT: Accept bid and award contract to Hudson Custom Construction, Inc. ($68,777.00) to
replumb Fire Station No.9 (Ward 5).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of low bid and award of contract.
BACKGROUND: Fire Station No. 9 was constructed in 1980 with galvanized iron pipe. Recently several
leaks have occurred in the hot and cold water plumbing causing damage to the Station. These pipes need
to be replaced due to corrosion. Some of the plumbing fixtures also need to be replaced.
Funding for this project is from the Capital Outlay Fund. The Engineer's Estimate was $67,000. Sufficient
funds are budgeted to award this agreement.
Two acceptable bids were received on January 3, 2008 as follows:
Hudson Custom Construction, Inc.
10135 Seven Falls Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93312 (City) in amount of $68,777.00
Consttech Construction Co.
17330 Rayen Street
Northridge, CA 91325
in amount of
$84,600.00
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA .~ECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 4, r.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Roj~s, Public Works Director
January 30, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
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SUBJECT: Accept bid and award contract to Insituform Technologies ($987,548.00) to construct "a"
Street Sewer Rehabilitation between BNSF Railroad and 26th Street (Ward 2).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of low bid and award of contract.
BACKGROUND: This project consists of rehabilitating an existing sewer line along "a" Street,
between BNSF Railroad and 26th Street, by means of placing Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) within the
existing sewer pipe. CIPP is the process of installing a resin-impregnated flexible tube, which when filled
with hot water or steam hardens and fits tightly against the existing sewer line's interior walls. The
existing manholes will also be rehabilitated by means of a spray-on protective lining.
The existing 33" reinforced concrete sewer was built in 1954 and has never been rehabilitated. An
engineering study was performed to assess the condition of the pipe and the manholes; the results of
that study indicate this sewer line is beginning to show signs of deterioration. In order to preserve the
integrity of this sewer line and prolong its useful life, it is necessary to rehabilitate it. Sewer rehabilitation
is a more cost effective way to address the deterioration of this sewer line compared to replacing it. This
construction method results in less disruption to the vehicular traffic than replacing the sewer line.
Funding for this project is from the Sewer Enterprise Fund. The Engineer's Estimate for the "a" Street
Sewer Rehabilitation was $1,500,000. There are sufficient funds in the project account for this contract.
Six acceptable bids were received on January 8, 2008 as follows:
Insituform Technologies
17988 Edison Avenue
Chesterfield, MO 63005
in the amount of
$987.548.00
Spiniello Construction
13241 Lakeland Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
in the amount of
$1,130,000.00
Wesco Infrastructure
20100 S. Western Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
in the amount of
$1,186,792.00
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Michels Pipeline
1715 16th Street SE
Salem, OR 97302
in the amount of
$1,208,667.00
Southwest Pipeline
539 W. 140th Street
Gardena, CA 90248
in the amount of
$1,221,339.35
J. F. Pacific Liners
70 Union Way
Vacaville, CA 95687
in the amount of
$1,764,490.00
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January 30, 2008, 8:13AM
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: t-j" S.
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
DATE:
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
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January 31, 2008
SUBJECT: Accept bid and award contract to V. Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractors,
Inc. for Base Bid Only ($779,809.30) to construct Streetscape and Storm Drain
Improvements, 19th Street at Eye Street (Ward 2).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of low bid and award of contract.
BACKGROUND: This project, which will enhance the intersection was first appropriated in the 2004-2005
fiscal year. It is an extension of the 19th Street improvements and is a continuation of the Downtown
Design Charette Strategy #5. New sidewalks and decorative concrete pavement will be highlighted by new
decorative street lights and bollards. Each corner will have two new trees in decorative planters. Storm
drain improvements will help mediate the current drainage problem at the northeast and northwest corners
of this project.
Funding for this project is from Community Development Block Grant funds and Sewer Enterprise Funds.
The Engineer's Estimate was $745,000. Sufficient funds are budgeted to award this contract.
Three acceptable bids were received on January 15, 2008 as follows:
V. Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractor, Inc.
200 E. Fesler # 203
P.O. Box 488
Santa Maria, CA 93456 in amount of $779,809.30
Lockwood General Engineering, Inc.
10533 W. Goshen Ave.
Visalia, CA 93291 in amount of $855,211.00
Griffith Company
1898 S. Union Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93387-0157 (City) in amount of $867,000.00
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: '-I.-t.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Nelson K. Smith, Finance Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY A TIORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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January 16, 2008
SUBJECT: Accept bid from South Kern Machinery in the amount of $203,145.50 for two (2)
replacement articulating four-wheel drive loaders with 2.0 C.Y. buckets for the Public Works
Department, Streets Division. (Citywide)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of bid.
BACKGROUND: Invitations to bid were sent to over two hundred (200) suppliers for providing two (2)
replacement articulating four-wheel drive loaders with 2.0 C.Y. buckets to be used by the Public Works
Department, Streets Division.
Four (4) acceptable bids were received in response to solicitation and are as follows.
BIDDER
AMOUNT
$203,145.50
South Kern Machinery
Bakersfield, California
Coastline Equipment
Bakersfield, California
Quinn Company
Bakersfield, California
Mecom Equipment
Stockton, California
The loaders have been in service in the Streets Division 13 and 14 years with an operating cost of
$14,536.48 and $18,713.84 in 2007.
$226,584.93
$229,210.41
$240,025.50
For the past years, both loaders have had differential, brake, and transmission failures. These failures
have caused extended down time in excess of 30 days.
Staff finds the low bid to be acceptable and recommends award of the bid to South Kern Machinery,
Bakersfield, California.
Purchasing Division
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ADMINISTRA liVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA ECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: . U,
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Nelson K. Smith, Finance Director
APPROVED
January 16, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Accept bid from Coastline Equipment in the amount of $214,092.45 for two (2) replacement
articulating four-wheel drive loaders with 2.5 C.Y. buckets for the Public Works Department,
Streets Division. (Citywide)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of bid.
BACKGROUND: Invitations to bid were sent to over two hundred (200) suppliers for providing two (2)
replacement articulating four-wheel drive loaders with 2.5 C.Y. buckets to be used by the Public Works
Department, Streets Division.
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Four (4) acceptable bids were received in response to solicitation and are as follows.
BIDDER
AMOUNT
$214,092.45
Coastline Equipment
Bakersfield, California
Quinn Company
Bakersfield, California
South Kern Machinery
Bakersfield, California
$247,777.53
$260,202.50
Mecom Equipment
Stockton, California
The loaders have been in service in the Streets Division 12 years with an operating cost of $40,866.58
and $34,318.06 in 2007.
$273,273.00
For the past three years, both loaders have had differential, brake, and transmission failures. These
failures have caused extended down time in excess of 30 days.
Staff finds the low bid to be acceptable and recommends award of the bid to Coastline Equipment,
Bakersfield, California.
Purchasing Division
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA ~~CTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: ~. V..
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Nelson K. Smith, Finance Director
January 15, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: Accept bid from South Kern Machinery in the amount of $124,209.50 for one (1) additional
and one (1) replacement backhoe loader for the Public Works Department, Streets Division.
(Citywide)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends acceptance of bid.
BACKGROUND: Invitations to bid were sent to over two hundred (200) suppliers for providing one (1)
additional and one (1) replacement backhoe loader to be used by the Public Works Department, Streets
Division.
Two (2) acceptable bids were received in response to solicitation and are as follows.
BIDDER
AMOUNT
$124,209.50
South Kern Machinery
Bakersfield, California
Coastline Equipment
Bakersfield, California
$124,238.40
The backhoe loader has been in service in the Streets Division since June 1995 and, as of today, has
7,786 hours of operation. Its operating cost in 2007 was $16,357.45
This year, the backhoe will require an overhaul of the mechanical and hydraulic systems. The loader will
also require an overhaul of its mechanical and hydraulic systems to include pins, bushings, valves,
linkage, cylinders, and hoses. These overhauls will require approximately 60 days of down time
necessitating the rental of a replacement.
The additional backhoe/loader is needed for the increased work load in the Streets Division. Currently,
$39,000 has been spent on the rental of a backhoe/loader and another $20,000 has been requested for
rental of another.
Staff finds the low bid to be acceptable and recommends award of the bid to South Kern Machinery,
Bakersfield, California.
Purchasing Division
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 4 r L~)'
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul Rojas, Public Works Director
January 29, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: Acceptance of 2005-06 Transportation Development Act Funds Financial Statements.
RECOMMENDATION: Budget and Finance Committee recommends acceptance of audit report.
BACKGROUND: The above audit report was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee for review
and recommendation. The Committee accepted the audit report at the January 28, 2008 meeting.
In compliance with the Kern Council of Governments Rules and Regulations, the California Public Utilities
Code section 99245, and the California Code of Regulations section 6664, the attached financial
statements for the Transportation Development Act Funds were prepared for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2006.
The financial statement summarizes fiscal activity for the Bikeway and Pedestrian Fund, and the Public
Transit Fund.
The accuracy and the fairness of the presentation is the responsibility of the City. The audit firm of Brown
Armstrong Paulden McCown Starbuck Thornburgh & Keeter Accountancy Corporation has issued an
unqualified opinion.
In relation to this audit, the Accounting Firm made one Finding and Recommendation regarding
expenditures which is discussed on page 14 of the financial statement.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM:
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Nelson K. Smith, Finance Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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January 28, 2008
SUBJECT: Acceptance of Financial Audit Reports
RECOMMENDATION: Budget and Finance Committee recommends acceptance of the audit reports.
BACKGROUND:
The following financial audit reports were submitted to the City Council on January 16, 2008.
1. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007.
2. Independent Auditors Report - Single Audit Report - Schedule of Federal Expenditures for the
City of Bakersfield for the fiscal year ended June 30,2007.
3. Independent Auditors Report - Compliance with Contractual Requirements relative to the
Bakersfield Subregional Wastewater Management Plan for the year ended June 30, 2007.
4. Independent Auditors Report on Appropriations Limit Worksheet (GANN Limit) of the City of
Bakersfield for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007.
5. Independent Auditors Report - Rabobank Arena, Theater, Convention Center, Bakersfield Ice
Sports Center & Brighthouse Networks Amphitheatre for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007.
The Council referred the reports to the Budget and Finance Committee for review.
On January 28, 2008 the Budget and Finance Committee reviewed the various audit reports and
recommended the acceptance of the reports.
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MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM:
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
DATE:
Donna L. Kunz, Economic Development Director
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
January 30, 2008
SUBJECT: Appropriate $29,944 State of California Workforce Housing Reward Grant Program funds
to the Capital Outlay Fund for use on the Mill Creek Linear Park Project - Phase 1.
(W ARD 2)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
BACKGROUND:
On February 28, 2007, the City Council approved a resolution to execute a standard agreement or other
documents to secure a Workforce Housing Reward Grant from the California Department of Housing and
Community Development for the Millcreek Linear Park Project - Phase 1.
The Workforce Housing Reward Grant Program (WFH) rewards cities and counties that approve
affordable housing. The program was established in 2002 and funded through Proposition 46, the
Emergency Shelter Trust Fund Act. The WFH Program does not use a competitive process to award
funds; all cities who meet eligibility requirements will be funded. The number of applicants and qualified
affordable units determined the final amount of funds available to cities/counties through the program.
The WFH program grant funds are restricted for use to only capital asset projects that benefit the
community and add to the community's quality of life. The City received grant funds via this program in
2003 for $314,822 (used for The Park at Riverwalk children's playground); in 2004 for $148,458 (used for
Chester Avenue Streetscape Phase II), and in 2005 for $598,126 to be used for proposed regional sports
park located along Taft Highway.
The City received $29,944 in Workforce Housing Reward Grant funds for 2006 and staff is proposing to
allocate these grant funds to assist in the development of the City's Millcreek Linear Park Project -
Phase 1 .
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Consent Calendar
ITEM: 4. :z.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Raul M. Rojas, Public Works Director
January 25, 2008
APPROVED
DEPARTMENTH~
CITY ATTORNEY ~/
CITY MANAGER I!s
SUBJECT: Appropriate $291,494 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Grants to the Public Works
Department's Capital Improvement Budget within the Bikeway and Pedestrian Pathway
Fund for the Mill Creek Bike Path (Ward 2).
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of appropriation.
BACKGROUND: A central element of the Mill Creek linear park project includes a bike path along the
canal bank. The bike path will be a ten foot wide, paved path along the east side of the Kern Island Canal
from 19th Street to 21 at Street. As part of the overall Mill Creek Project, this path creates a bicycle link
between housing, transportation, recreation, education, commercial, office and industrial uses. To provide
safe crossing of 19th Street and 21st Street, speed ramps, narrowing of the travel way and traffic signals, all
within public street right-of-way, will also be constructed.
In 2007 staff applied for a grant from the Transportation Development Act Fund, Article 3, Bicycle and
Pedestrian Facilities Claim, from Kern COG. The City was successful in obtaining funds in the amount of
$263,000 for this bike path. Additional previously granted TDA funds in the amount of $28,494 will also be
utilized for building the bike path.
This item appropriates both grants and places $291,494 into the Capital Improvement Projects account for
construction of the bike path.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Hearings
ITEM:
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD ~
January 23, 2008 CITY ATTORNEY M1}"i
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CITY MANAGER Rs
SUBJECT:
General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 07-1715 (Ward 3)
Sikand Engineering, representing Rio Bravo Investment Group, the property owner, has
applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on approximately 17 acres
generally located southwest of Highway 178 and Morning Drive.
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from GC (General Commercial)
and HMR (High Medium Density Residential) to OC (Office Commercial) on
approximately 13 acres, and HMR to GC on approximately 4 acres.
2. First reading of ordinance approving the Negative Declaration, amending Title 17
of the Municipal Code and amending Zoning Map No. 103-24 from C-2/PCD
(General Commercial/Planned Commercial Development) and R-2 (Limited Multi-
family Dwelling Residential) to C-O (Commercial Office) on approximately 13
acres, and R-2 to C-2/PCD on 4 acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of a resolution approving the Negative Declaration and approving the
proposed general plan amendment and first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The proposal would allow for the development of a comprehensive cancer center and associated
commercial uses at the southwest comer of Morning Drive and Highway 178. The request would add a
13 acre buffer of office uses (C-O) between an existing 10-acre commercial comer (C-21PUD) and
adjacent residential uses.
Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration was prepared and posted on November 28,
2007, in accordance with CEaA.
Various studies were conducted as part of the environmental review. This included traffic, air quality,
cultural resource, and biota studies. As a result of those studies, associated mitigation measures are
proposed as conditions of approval for this item.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change
on December 20, 2007, and recommended approval to the City Council. No individuals or agencies
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present at the hearing opposed the request and the applicant agreed to all conditions and mitigation for
the project.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Hearings
ITEM: ~ h-
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
FROM: Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD ~
DATE: January 24, 2008 CITY ATTORNEY MY1A
CITY MANAGER R.s
SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 07-1791. (Ward 7)
Evergreen Devco, Inc., representing Infinity Development Property Management, the
property owner, has applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on 2.50
acres located along the south side of Planz Road, west of South H Street.
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from HMR (High Medium Density
Residential) to GC (General Commercial) on 2.50 acres.
2. First reading of ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 123-13) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code from R-2 (Limited Multiple Family Dwelling Zone) to C-1/PCD
(Neighborhood Commercial/Planned Commercial Development Zone) on 2.50
acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of a resolution approving the Negative Declaration and approving the
proposed general plan amendment and first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The proposal would allow for the development of neighborhood commercial uses on the 2.50 acre
project site. The proposal includes a preliminary PCD Site Plan, which was approved by the Planning
Commission, to establish the architectural style for a Fresh & Easy store. There are several categories
of grocery stores; high-end, standard, discount, ethnic and specialty. The proposal represents a
smaller standard type, which the Bakersfield-area will see several of this type in 2008. There will be
one building totaling 13,969 square feet of gross leasable area and 82 parking spaces. The proposal
will include landscaping to buffer the proposal from the existing residential areas west and south of the
site. The proposal will also include the integration with the existing Walgreens development to the east.
Reciprocal access will be required to the Walgreens store.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change
on December 17th and December 20th where the Commission recommended approval to the City
Council. No agencies were present at the hearing and the applicant agreed to all conditions and
mitigation for the project.
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Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a negative declaration was prepared and posted on November 16,
2007, in accordance with CEaA.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
AGENDA SECTION: Hearings
ITEM: 5"" C-.
Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD~
January 24,2008 CITY ATTORNEY~
CITY MANAGER fs
General Plan AmendmentlZone Change 07-1848. (Ward 4 upon annexation)
SmithTech/USA, Inc., representing Alfred Palla Jr. & Donald Ralph Palla, the property
owner, has applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on approximately 80
acres located at the north side of Brimhall Road, east side of Rudd, and south of Palm
Avenue.
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from UER (Urban Estate
Residential) to SR (Suburban Residential) on 80 acres.
2. First reading of ordinance approving the Negative "Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 101-27) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code by changing the zoning from R-S-5A (Residential Suburban -5
Acre Minimum) to E (Estate One-family Dwelling) on approximately 80 acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of a resolution approving the Negative Declaration and approving the
proposed general plan amendment and first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
Upon annexation into the city, the proposal would allow for the development of 270 single family homes
on the 80 acre project site. This general area is transitioning from agricultural to residential land use
specifically suburban residential. Most of the surrounding area is developed with residential uses on
relatively large lots. This proposal is consistent with existing nearby development; the minimum lot size
proposed requires lots at least 10,000 square feet in size.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change
on December 17th and recommended approval to the city council at the December 20th Public Hearing.
At the Monday pre-meeting, the planning commission asked for information regarding the footprint of
the West Beltway and Brimhall Interchange. Mr. Ted Wright of the Thomas Roads Improvement
Program (TRIP) had said that the footprint is not developed yet, but that Parsons, the TRIP consultant,
will be working on this next year. Public Works has attached a mitigation condition to require the
developer install or fund two lanes of the West Beltway to arterial standards within the project area.
This improvement shall occur at no more than 50% build out of the project or within one year of
completion of final design of West Beltway, whichever comes first. No one from the audience spoke in
opposition to this project at the pUblic hearing
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Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a negative declaration was prepared and posted on November 20,
2007, in accordance with CEaA.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA~ECTION: Hearings
ITEM: :J. d.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD
January 28, 2008
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 07-1874. (Ward 5 Upon Annexation)
Mcintosh & Associates, representing Michael Antongiovanni, Nancy Turnipseed, and
Steven Antongiovanni, the property owners, has applied for a general plan amendment
and zone change on 39.92 acres located at the northeast corner of McCutchen Road
and Old River Road.
1. Resolution approving the Negative Declaration and adopting the general plan
amendment changing the land use designation from R-IA (Resource-Intensive
Agriculture) to LR (Low Density Residential) on 39.92 acres.
2. First reading of ordinance approving the Negative Declaration and amending
Section 17.06.020 (Zone Map No. 124-17) of Title Seventeen of the Bakersfield
Municipal Code from A (Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling Zone) on 39.92
acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of a resolution approving the Negative Declaration and approving the
proposed general plan amendment and first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The proposal would allow for the development of 172 single family residential units on the 40 acre
project site. The project site is adjacent to the Old River Ranch development. The new Independence
High School, which is under construction and will be open this fall, is across the street. The general
area is in transition from agriculture to urban uses.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change
on December 17th and December 20th where the Commission recommended approval to the City
Council. No agencies or property owners were present at the hearing and the applicant agreed to all
conditions and mitigation for the project.
Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a negative declaration was prepared and posted on November 16,
2007, in accordance with CECA.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Closed Session
ITEM: h, (L 'f' I.e. b.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Virginia Gennaro, City Attorney
February 8, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: 1.
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Closed session pursuant to subdivision (a) of Government Code section 54956.9
(Three cases).
· Edwin Davenport v. City of Bakersfield, et al
Kern County Suoerior Court. Case No. S-1500-CV-259915-LPE
· Elizabeth Matthews v. City of Bakersfield, et al
Kern Countv Suoerior Court. Case No. S-1500-CV-258659-SPC
· Essex Insurance Company v. City of Bakersfield, D.A.R.E., Inc., et al.
Kern County Suoerior Court Case No. S-1500-CV-256273-AEW
· John M. Tarabino And Joseph A. Tarabino, individuals; and OKS Investments, LLC,
a California Limited Liability Company v. The City of Bakersfield
Kern Countv Suoerior Court Case No. S-1500-257620-SPC
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Potential Initiation of Litigation
Closed session pursuant to subdivision (c) of Government Code section 54956.9.
(One matter).
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13,2008
AGENDA SECTION: Closed Session
ITEM: .
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Virginia Gennaro, City Attorney
February 5, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY AlTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: 1.
Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code section
54957.6
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Potential Litigation
Closed session pursuant to subdivision (b)(1 )(3)(A) of Government Code section
54956.9. (One issue)
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Presentations
ITEM: l\.~.
FROM:
DATE:
Mayor Harvey L. Hall
February 1, 2008
DEPARTMENT HEAD
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER R.s
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
SUBJECT: Presentation by Mayor Hall of Proclamation to On Man Lau, President of American Society
of Civil Engineers Southern San Joaquin Branch, proclaiming February 17-23, 2008, as
"National Engineers Week".
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13,2008
AGENDA ~~9TION: Hearings
ITEM: /~.. Ct i
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FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council APPROVED
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General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 05-1580 (Ten Section), Appealed (Ward 5)
Jim Manley, representing 10 Section LLC, the property owner, has applied for a general
plan amendment and zone change on 220-acres located on the south of Panama Lane and
east of Nord Avenue. An appeal of the Planning Commission's decision was submitted by
Jim Manley, for 10 Section LLC.
SUBJECT:
1. Resolution making findings approving and certifying the Final Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) for General Plan Amendment 05-1580, known as the 10 Section
Project.
2. Resolution approving the appeal and adopting the general plan amendment
changing the land use designation from R-MP (Resource - Mineral and Petroleum)
and OS (Open Space) to LR (Low Density Residential) on 220-acres.
2. First Reading of ordinance amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code and amending
Zoning Map No. 122-28 from A (Exclusive Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family Dwelling)
on 220-acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of resolutions approving the Environmental Impact Report, approving the
appeal, and approving the proposed general plan amendment and first reading of the ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council public hearing for this item was initially scheduled for August 29, 2007; but has been
continued twice at the direction of council because of issues regarding sensitive habitat and proximity to
the Kern Water Bank. This proposal had considerable opposition from both the State Department of Fish &
Game (CDFG) and the Kern County Water Bank Authority (KWBA) and was denied by the Planning
Commission. There was a meeting on January 25, 2008 with the CDFG, the applicant and staff and with
the inclusion of several new conditions of approval the primary environmental issues appear to be
resolved.
The six conditions are from the November 8, 2007 letter by Jim Manley (with slight modification) and
address both CDFG issues and the adjacent KWBA operations. Conditions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 require
walls, conservation easements, buffer areas, management and monitoring, disclosure notices, and a
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unique condition which calls for the reimbursement of any degradation to habitat credit valuation as the
KWBA also operates a habitat bank as well as water spreading facilities adjacent the project.
These agencies have submitted these concerns in writing and CDFG has threatened to revoke the
Metropolitan Bakersfield Habitat Conservation Plan (MBHCP) if their concerns are ignored. Staff has
never been comfortable with this claim by Fish and Game. The Metropolitan Bakersfield Habitat
Conservation Plan addresses endangered species concerns in a programmatic fashion. That the CDFG
wants to apply a different set of rules to the 10 Section Project causes staff concern. Recall that the City
of Bakersfield has a signed contact (Habitat Conservation Plan Implementation agreement which remains
in effect until 2014) with CDFG which details mitigation for all projects in a uniformed manner. It is
inequitable to single this project out without providing the scientific basis for such a course of action as
required by our agreement. Nonetheless, the conditions agreed to by the applicant go beyond the
provisions of the MBHCP and address CDFG concerns.
The project is commonly known as the 10 Section Project #05-1580 and consists of approximately 220
acres. For purposes of analyzing the environmental impacts of the project, the EIR considered impacts of
construction a maximum of 788 single-family residential units on the project site, a concurrent general plan
amendment and zone change. and land subdivision. The number of homes will now, of course, be
reduced by the 18 acre buffer area.
The California Environmental Quality Act (CECA) requirements have been followed by staff and the
Planning Commission for the project. Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the
project could have a significant environmental effect. Therefore, in accordance with CEQA, and EIR was
prepared. The Planning Commission and staff conducted several hearings on the EIR including a public
scopinQ meeting on October 16, 2006, and adequacy hearing to receive comments on the Draft EIR on
March 1,2007, and a hearing on the Final EIR on June 21,2007.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change on
June 21, 2007, and recommended denial to the City Council. A letter appealing this project was received
in the City Clerk's office on June 21, 2007.
Despite compliance with local ordinances, state law, mitigation measures incorporated into the project and
conditions of approval, and construction in accordance with the Uniform Building Codes, aesthetics, light
and glare. and traffic and circulation would remain significant.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 13, 2008
AGENDA SECTION: Hearings
ITEM: /4. h.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Stanley C. Grady, Development Services Director DEPARTMENT HEAD
January 24, 2008
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY MANAGER
APPROVED
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SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment/Zone Change 06-0494 (Ward 3, upon annexation).
Mcintosh and Associates, representing Douglas DeBerti and Sandye Deberti, the property
owners, has applied for a general plan amendment and zone change on 60 acres, located
on the east side of Edison Road (future), 1/2-mile north of Breckenridge Road.
1. Resolution denying the general plan amendment changing the land use designation
from R-MP (Resource - Mineral Petroleum) and OS (Open Space) to LR (Low
Density Residential) on 60 acres.
2. Resolution denying the amendment to Title 17 of the Municipal Code and
amendment to Zoning Map No. 104-28 from A (Agriculture) to R-1 (One Family
Dwelling) on 60 acres.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the proposed general plan amendment and zone change.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council public hearing for this item was initially scheduled for May 9, 2007; but has been
continued multiple times at the applicant's request. This proposal had considerable public opposition and
was denied by the Planning Commission by unanimous vote.
The proposal would allow for the development of 300 single-family residential dwelling units on the 60 acre
project site.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on this general plan amendment/zone change on
April 5, 2007, and unanimously recommended denial to the City Council. Staff made a presentation of the
proposed project and recommended approval to the Planning Commission. The project site is currently
vacant with moderately rolling hills and is designated as resource mineral petroleum and open space. The
subject site is within the Breckenridge Planned Drainage Area which designates drainage facilities through
this area. Various properties surrounding the project site are in the process or proposed for urban
residential development, most are in connection of the recently approved Riverview project (GPAlZC 06-
0961) located 1/2-mile north of the project site and the proposed Watermark project (GPA/ZC 06-0960)
located immediately west of the project site. The Planning Commission denial was based primarily on
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isolation from other urban developments, inaccessibility, lack of infrastructure, and premature
development. This would be the first urban designation within all of Section 28.
Mr. Sam Crawford and Mrs. Bonnie Crawford, representing "Save Our Animals", Ms. Louise Stevenson,
Ms. Pauline Bartlett, and Mr. Jim Lamberson submitted comment letters to the Planning Department dated
for February 1, 2007, February 11, 2007, March 29, 2007, and April 5,2007, which are included in the
back-up for this item.
Ms. Terrie Stoller with Stoller Family Farms addressed the Planning Commission during the hearing and
expressed her opposition to the proposal. Ms. Stoller requested the Planning Commission deny GPAlZC
06-0494 on the grounds of proposing premature and incontiguous residential development. She stated
that the proposed Watermark project located immediately to the west is long way off from completion and
that the proposed 60 acre project site will be isolated from existing development. Ms. Stoller further stated
that she would like to encourage the city to wait until there is a tangible plan in hand and the proper
infrastructure is in place.
Ms. Louise Stevenson expressed her opposition to the proposal. She stated that the proposed project is
inconsistent with the existing rural residential, estate residential, and suburban residential land uses
located immediately to the west and further south of the project site. Ms. Stevenson further stated that the
existing agricultural zoning surrounding the project site allows for the keeping of large farm animals and
agricultural uses that may cause a nuisance to future residents. Ms. Stevenson added that there is no
infrastructure for roads, utilities, and telephones and that the County of Kern had recently rejected thirteen
plans due to the lack of infrastructure.
Terry Boner expressed his opposition to the proposal. He stated that this area is full of clay and the roads
become very hazardous and slippery.
Mr. Jim Lamberson expressed his opposition to the proposal. Mr. Lamberson owns a horse ranch
adjacent to the 60 acre project site. He stated his concerns over the lack of infrastructure for roads and
the need to mitigate flood planes within the proposed 60 acre project site.
Mr. David Dominguez expressed his opposition to the proposal. Mr. Dominguez would like to include
additional cultural mitigation measures in this proposed 60 acres project site.
Mr. Roger Mcintosh, with Mcintosh and Associates representing Douglas and Sandye DeBerti, addressed
the Planning Commission during the public hearing and spoke in favor of the proposal. Mr. Mcintosh
stated that there are a number of proposed developments along Highway 178 and that there is a one mile
separation between the edge of the urban growth area and the 60 acre project site. Mr. Mcintosh further
stated that there are enough buffers surrounding the project site that meet all city requirements for a
separation from animals and agricultural uses. Mr. Mcintosh also added that future residents within the
project site will be notified of the agricultural uses surrounding the project site. Mr. Mcintosh stated that
there are no flood channels and no designated flood zones within the property.
Eric Powers, a partner with the De Berti family, addressed the Planning Commission during the publiC
hearing and spoke in favor of the proposal. Mr. Powers stated that the DeBerti family owns 100% of the
mineral rights and have rehabilitated the 60 acre project site. Mr. Powers further state that he would like
to see the proper infrastructure in place and development done correctly.
Planning Commission expressed concerns regarding premature development of the 60 acre project site.
Commission feels the proposal is isolated from other developments, inaccessible, and lacks infrastructure.
Commission commented on the annexation of the project site and that the Sphere of Influence only offers
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up a protection barrier and does not indicate the opportunity to develop prematurely. Commission also
expressed concerns over lot size inconsistency based on the adjacent land uses and zoning and would be
more enthusiastic about supporting the project if the adjacent land uses were already developed with the
opportunity to provide the proper infrastructure.
Staff conducted an initial study and it was determined that the project would not have a significant effect
on the environment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration was prepared and posted on March 7, 2007, in
accordance with CEQA.
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BAKERSFIELD CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
MEETING OF JANUARY 30, 2008
Council Chambers, City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue
Regular Meeting 5:15 and 6:30 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING - 5: 15 p.m.
ACTION TAKEN
1. ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Hall, Councilmembers Benham,
Weir, Couch, Sullivan (seated at 5:20 p.m.) ,
Scrivner
Absent:
Councilmember Carson
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
None.
3. WORKSHOPS
4. CLOSED SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel - Potential
Litigation: Closed Session pursuant to
subdivision (b)(1)(3)(A) of Government Code
Section 54956.9 (One issue)
b. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Bill Avery,
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
c. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation:
Closed session pursuant to subdivision (a) of
Government Code Section 54956.9 (Three cases).
1. City vs. City of Shatter (CEQA), et al
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260277 -RJO
2. City v. North Kern Water Storage District, et
al Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260360-AEW Tulare County
Superior Court Case No. 224933
3. City v. Oildale Mutual Water Company
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260384- LPE
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 2
Motion by Vice-Mayor Hanson to adjourn to Closed
Session at 5:18 p.m.
ACTION TAKEN
APPROVED
AB CARSON
Motion by Councilmember Couch to adjourn from
Closed Session at 6:35 p.m.
APPROVED
AB CARSON
RECONVENED MEETING - approximately 6:48 p.m.
5. ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Hall, Vice-Mayor Hanson,
Councilmembers Benham, Weir,
Couch, Sullivan, Scrivner
Absent:
Carson
6. INVOCATION by Major David Ebel, Corps Officer & Kern
County Coordinator Salvation Army.
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE by Zachary Fraze, 2nd grade
student at Downtown Elementary.
Mayor Hall called for a moment of silence on behalf
of Councilmember Carson's recent family tragedy.
Mayor Hall acknowledged Boy Scout Troop 139 in
attendance at the meeting.
8. CLOSED SESSION ACTION
a.
Conference with Legal Counsel - Potential
Litigation: Closed Session pursuant to
subdivision (b)(1)(3)(A) of Government Code
Section 54956.9 (One issue)
CONTINUED TO
2-13-08
b.
Conference with Labor Negotiator, Bill Avery,
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
NO REPORTABLE
ACTION
c. Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation:
Closed session pursuant to subdivision (a) of
Government Code Section 54956.9 (Three cases).
1.
City vs. City of Shatter (CEQA), et al
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260277 -RJO
NO REPORTABLE
ACTION
2.
City v. North Kern Water Storage District, et
al Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260360-AEW Tulare County
Superior Court Case No. 224933
STAFF GIVEN
DIRECTION
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 3
8.
CLOSED SESSION ACTION continued
Item 8.3.b. continued
ACTION TAKEN
3.
City v. Oildale Mutual Water Company
Kern County Superior Court Case No. S-
1500-CV-260384- LPE
NO REPORTABLE
ACT/ON
9. PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation by Mayor Hall of Proclamation to
United Way, proclaiming January 31, 2008 as
"Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day".
Marian Krable accepted the Proclamation and made
comments.
b. Presentation by Vice-Mayor Hanson, on behalf of
the City Council, to Jacques LaRochelle for
nineteen years of service in the City Public Works
Department.
Public Works Director Rojas and Councilmember
Benham made comments and thanked Assistant
Public Works Director LaRochelle for his service.
10. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
a. Takvor Takvorian, Amy Richardson, Tim Stonelake,
Brian Self, on behalf of the Board of Directors of the
First Assembly of God, Stockdale Christian School
and the Manor (senior and low income housing
project), Robert Hartley, David Boyd, Ernest Morse
and Stephanie Campbell spoke regarding the
Westside Parkway Study.
16. DEFERRED BUSINESS
a. Financial Commitment by the City to the Thomas
Roads Improvement Program. (TRIP)
City Manager Tandy made staff comments.
Doug Houston, George K. Baum Company, gave a
computer presentation.
Motion by Councilmember Benham to approve the staff
recommendation.
APPROVED
AB CARSON
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 4
16.
DEFERRED BUSINESS continued
ACTION TAKEN
b.
Project Charter for Centennial Corridor between
California Department of Transportation
Caltrans), County of Kern, Kern Council of
Governments (KCOG), and the City.
AGR 08-017
Public Works Director Rojas made staff comments.
Motion by Councilmember Benham to approve the
Project Charter for the Centennial Corridor.
c.
Design Consultant Agreement with HNTB
Corporation ($11,335,155) for Engineering and
Environmental Services for Centennial Corridor.
(TRIP)
APPROVED
AS CARSON
AGR 08-18
City Clerk McCarthy announced correspondence
and calls were received regarding this item, three in
support and sixteen in opposition.
Public Works Director Rojas made staff comments
and introduced Chris Clark with Parsons who made
additional comments.
Motion by Councilmember Benham to approve the
Agreement.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
NS COUCH
Councilmember Couch requested staff investigate the
portability of the tax base should displacement result
through eminent domain action. Additionally, should
the tax base not be portable, City staff to implement the
process that would lead to that end.
Recess taken from 8:40 p.m. to 8:51 p.m.
11. APPOINTMENTS
None.
12. CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes:
a. Approval of minutes of the January 16, 2008,
Special and Regular City Council Meetings.
Payments:
b.
Approval of department payments from January 5,
2008 to January 17, 2008 in the amount of
$13,809,386.40 and self-insurance payments from
January 5, 2008 to January 17, 2008 in the amount
of $255,140.79.
AS WEIR
12.
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 5
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ACTION TAKEN
Ordinances:
c.
First Reading of Ordinance amending Sections
17.04.547; 17.60.020 b.; 17.60.050 c.;
17.60.060 a.3.; 17.60.060 b.1-5, 9; 17.60.070; and
17.60.090 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code relating
to signs.
FR
d.
First Reading of Ordinance amending Bakersfield
Municipal Code Sections ~ 1.12.010, ~ 1.12.040
and ~ 1.12.050 by adding Annexation No. 505
consisting of 54.34 acres, located west of
Cottonwood Road, north of Panama Lane,
Annexation No. 523 consisting of 33.01 acres,
located on the north side of East Hosking Avenue,
between South Union Avenue and Cottonwood
Road, Annexation No. 528 consisting of 22.06
acres, located south of Chester Avenue and south
of White Lane, generally west of South Union
Avenue and Annexation No. 529 consisting of 64.47
acres, located at the southwest corner of South
Fairfax Road and Redbank Road to Ward 1,
Annexation No. 466 consisting of 83.47 acres,
located north of Snow Road, generally west of the
Calloway Canal, east of Allen Road, Annexation No.
531 consisting of 60.88 acres, located north of
Stockdale Highway, generally west of Renfro
Road, Annexation 542 consisting of 0.55 acres,
located on the north side of Old Town Road,
between Allen Road and Old Farm Road,
Annexation 552 consisting of 2.45 acres, located
on the north side of Brimhall Road, west of Calloway
Drive, Annexation No. 562 consisting of 99.50
acres, located at the northeast corner of Snow Road
and Coffee Road, west of the Beardsley Canal and
Annexation No. 565 consisting of 91.65 acres,
located on Etchart Road, on the east and west side
of Coffee Road, west of the Beardsley Canal to
Ward 4, and Annexation 530 consisting of 77.56
acres, located at the northwest corner of Gosford
Road and Taft Highway to Ward 5.
FR
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Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 6
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ACTION TAKEN
ORD 4488
e.
Adoption of Ordinance approving the Negative
Declaration and amending Title 17 (Zone Map No.
103-31) of the Municipal Code from C-2 (Regional
Commercial) and R-2 (Limited Multi-family Dwelling
Residential) to R-3/PUD (Multiple Family
Dwelling/Planned Unit Development) on
approximately 2.34 acres and C-2 to C-2/PCD
(Planned Commercial Development) on
approximately .25 acres located at 701 Union
Avenue (ZC07-2017 -AMCAL Multi Housing) 3
Resolutions:
f. Resolutions approving applications proposing
proceedings for annexation of uninhabited territory
to the City identified as:
1.
RES 012-08
Annexation No. 581 consisting of 77.72
acres, located on the west side of Fairfax
Road, south of Redbank Road. (Ward 1)
2.
Annexation No. 602 consisting of 1.70 acres,
located on the north side of Taft Highway,
generally west of Gosford Road.
RES 013-08
g.
Amendment No. 1 to Resolution 63-97 for CalPers
pre-tax pick up.
RES 63-97(1)
h. Resolution adding the following territories to the
Consolidated Maintenance District and confirming
the assessments, approving the Public Works
Director's Report and authorizing collection of
assessments by the Kern County Tax Collector:
1.
2.
3.
4.
RES 014-08
RES 015-08
RES 016-08
RES 017-08
Area 1-79 (Allen, Kratzmeyer NW)
Area 5-37 (Berkshire, Madison S)
Area 5-42 (Washington, Feliz SW)
Area 5-43 (White, S. Union NE)
i.
Resolution of Intention No. 1587 adding territory,
Area 2-37 (District, Stine NW) to the Consolidated
Maintenance District and preliminarily adopting,
confirming and approving Public Works Director's
Report.
Resolution of Intention No. 1588 adding territory,
Area 5-44 (E. White Lane, S. Washington NW) to
the Consolidated Maintenance District and
preliminarily adopting, confirming and approving
Public Works Director's Report.
ROl1587
j.
RES 1588
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 7
12. CONSENT CALENDAR continued ACTION TAKEN
Agreements:
k. 2008 Agreement with HealthComp for IRS Section AGR 08-019
125 unreimbursed medical and dependent care.
I. Ground Lease Agreement with Richard Kutzner AGR 08-020
($40 a month) for purposes of constructing an
aircraft storage hangar.
m. Consultant Agreements with Mcintosh & Associates AGR 08-021
($200,000) and Willdan ($200,000) to provide "on- AGR 08-022
call" construction inspection services for Capital
Improvement Program.
n. Proposed Improvements at the Rabobank Arena:
1. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 07-394 AGR 07-394(1)
with Rossetti Associated, Inc. ($7,000;
total not to exceed $47,000) to develop
options not included in the original scope of
work for a feasibility study.
2. Appropriate and transfer $7,000 Transient
Occupancy Tax Fund balance to the
Capital Improvement Budget within the
Capital Outlay Fund to conduct a feasibility
study for proposed improvements.
o. Agreement with Three-Way Chevrolet to lease a AGR 08-023
2008 Chevrolet pickup truck for the Police
Department's "A Life Interrupted" Program.
p. Amendment NO.2 to Agreement 02-061 with CC AGR 02-061(2)
Plaza, LLC to extend lease agreement at 900
Truxtun Avenue for three years plus options to
extend for two additional years.
q. Contract Change Order No. 2 to Agreement 07-143 AGR 07-143CC02
with MGE Underground, Inc. ($56,316.80 for a
revised not to exceed amount of $1,043,714.80) for
Traffic Signal Interconnect Part 4 on Auburn St.
between Eissler S1. and Columbus S1. between
Chester Avenue and Oswell S1.
r. Contract Change Order No. 1 to Agreement 06- AGR 06-136CC01
136( 1) with Floyd Johnston Construction
($71,653.52 for a revised not to exceed amount of
$10,071,653.52) for the McCutchen/Gosford Sewer
Lift Station.
Bakersfield, California, January 30, 2008 - Page 8
12.
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ACTION TAKEN
s.
Contract Change Order NO.6 to Agreement No. 07-
028 with Wallace and Smith Contractors
($41,995.46 for a revised not to exceed amount of
$3,411,847.62) for Fire Station NO.5 and Police
Satellite Office Project.
AGR 07-028CC06
t. Saunders Park Recreation Facility:
1. Contract Change Order NO.2 to Agreement AGR 07-306CC02
No. 07-306 with Klassen Corporation
($29,963.95 for a revised not to exceed
amount of $757,810.41) for a recreation
facility.
2. Transfer $33,490 (both Change Order Nos. 1
& 2) from Public Works Capital
Improvement Project (Fleet Services
Building Remodel) to the Capital
Improvement Budget within the Capital
Outlay Fund.
u. Installation of landscaped median on Stockdale
Highway east of Renfro Road and Chapala Drive:
1. Reimbursement agreement with Castle & AGR 08-024
Cooke California, Inc. ($157,000) for
construction of landscaped median on
Stockdale Highway east of Renfro Road to
Chapala Drive.
2. Transfer $133,475 from Public Works Capital
Improvement Project (Miscellaneous
Right of Way Acquisitions) to the Capital
Improvement Budget within the
Transportation Development Fund.
3. Transfer $23,525 from Public Works Capital
Improvement Project (Miscellaneous
Median Islands) to the Capital Improvement
Budget within the Gas Tax Fund.
v. East Hills Mall Project:
1. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 06-227 with AGR 06-227(1)
Gardens at East Hills Mall, LLC for
purchase of property for commercial project
and re-construction of sump.
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12.
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
Item 12.v. continued
ACTION TAKEN
2.
Agreement with Gardens at East Hills Mall,
LLC and M.S. Walker & Associates, Inc.
for construction of parking facilities.
AGR 08-025
3.
Agreement with Gardens at East Hills Mall,
LLC ($196,000) for purchase of
easement.
AGR 08-026
Bids:
w.
Accept bid to award contract to Griffith Company
($410,310.00) for Street Improvements on
Stockdale Highway (Wetherley to Oak Street).
AGR 08-027
x.
Accept bid to award contract to Shaff's Construction,
LLC, dba Golden Construction and Excavation
($115,179.00) for Beach Park irrigation refurbishing
project.
AGR 08-028
y.
Accept proposal and award contract to Evolution
Markets ($412,734.08) to purchase the required
Nitrogen Oxide offsets for the City's Wastewater
Treatment Plant #3 2007 Expansion Project.
AGR 08-029
z. Accept bid from McCain, Incorporated
($399,445.73) for traffic signal poles and equipment
for new traffic signal installations.
aa. Bid for lightbars, sirens and related equipment:
1. Rescind bid award to Wattco Equipment
Incorporated ($35,156.66)
2. Award bids to next lower bidders, 911
Vehicle ($43,404.08) and Adamson Police
Products ($627.25). (Total of bids
$44,031.33)
Miscellaneous:
bb. Revision to Miscellaneous Civil Service Rules &
Regulations: Rule 5.02 Competitive Examinations
cc.
Quitclaim of cross easements to Newport Hospitality
Group, successor in interest to John Q. Hammonds
Hotel Two at 801 Truxtun Avenue.
DEED 6816
Councilmember Weir announced he would abstain due
to conflict of interest, source of income, on item 12.b.
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12.
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ACTION TAKEN
Motion by Councilmember Hanson to approve Consent
Calendar items 12.a. through 12.cc.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
13. CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS
a.
Public Hearing to consider Resolution ordering the
vacation of the 5 foot wide Pedestrian Walkway at
Stolle Court and North Half Moon Drive.
RES 018-08
b. Public Hearing to consider Resolution ordering the RES 019-08
vacation of the 10 foot wide Public Utility Easement
in Tract No. 6295 Phase 1 and 2 located north of
the intersection of River Ranch Drive and White
Rock Drive.
c. Zone Change No. 06-1149/Planned Development CONTINUED TO
Review 07-1558(Mustang Square); Todd Smith, 3-12-08
Cannon & Associates representing the property
owner for Mustang Square, LLC, applied for a zone
change and planned development review of an
89,536 square foot shopping center on
approximately 10.98 acres at the southeast corner
of White Lane and Buena Vista Road. Blain
Franzen has also filed an appeal of the Planning
Commission decision.
1. First Reading of Ordinance adopting
Negative Declaration and amending Section
17.06.020 (Zone Map 123-18) of Title 17 of
the Bakersfield Municipal Code from C-1
(Neighborhood Commercial) to C-2/PCD
(Regional Commercial/Planned Commercial
Development Overlay) on approximately
10.98 acres and denying the appeal to the
zone change.
2. Resolution denying the appeal and
upholding the Planning Commission's
approval of a planned development review
(PD07-1558) for a 89,536 square foot
shopping center at 3500 Buena Vista Road
in a C-2/PCD Zone.
d. Protest Hearing for proposed Assessment District
No. 07-2 (Sydney Harbour):
1. Resolution approving the Final Engineer's RES 020-08
Report, levying assessments, ordering
improvements, and authorizing and directing
related actions.
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13.
CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS continued
ACTION TAKEN
City Clerk McCarthy announced a correction to item
13.d., amending the ward location from Ward 3 to
Ward 1. Additionally, correspondence was received
from Betty Taylor regarding item 13.c. zone change.
Hearings opened at 8:54 p.m.
No one spoke.
Hearings closed at 8:54 p.m.
Motion by Vice-Mayor Hanson to adopt items 13.a.,
13.b. and 13.d., with continuation of item 13.c. to March
12, 2004.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
14. HEARINGS
a.
Public Hearing to consider Resolution adopting the
Vineland Road/State Route 178 Interchange
Specific Plan Line.
RES 021-08
Public Works Director Rojas made staff comments.
Hearing opened at 8:58 p.m.
No one spoke.
Hearing closed at 8:58 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Weir to adopt the
Resolution.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
b. Zone Change No. 07-1077; Jim Marino, Marino &
Associates, has applied for a zone change on
approximately 27 acres located generally south of
Hageman Road, west of Piedmont Avenue and east
of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF)
railroad. Jim Marino has also filed an appeal of the
Planning Commission decision.
1.
First reading of Ordinance approving the
Negative Declaration, denying the appeal
and approving the Zone Change from A
(Agriculture Zone) to M-1 (Light
Manufacturing Zone) on approximately 10
acres, and A to E (Estate Dwelling Zone)
on approximately 17 acres.
FR
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14.
HEARINGS continued
Item 14.b. continued
ACTION TAKEN
Development Services Director Grady made staff
comments.
Hearing opened at 9:00 p.m.
Jim Marino, Marino & Associates, on behalf of the
property owner, spoke in opposition to the staff
recommendation.
Hearing closed at 9:10 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Couch to adopt the Negative
Declaration, including alternate condition number 13:
IIAt the time of development of the industrial parcel, the
developer shall construct pavement, curb and gutter on
both sides of Hageman Road from the northwest corner
of the property and west side of Tract 5594 to Allen
Road. Improvements would generally be along the
south side of Assessor's Parcel 527-020-10
(approximately 640 feet), the north side of Assessor's
Parcel 527-020-11 and within the existing right of way."
Additionally, Mr. Marino agreed not to submit a site
plan for six months or until the specific Plan Line is
adopted, which ever is shorter.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
15. REPORTS
a. Community Services Committee Report regarding
Recreation and Parks Master Plan.
Recreation and Parks Director Dianne Hoover
provided an overview and gave a computer
presentation.
Motion by Councilmember Sullivan to accept the
Report and adopt the Plan.
APPROVED
AS CARSON
b. Update on Capital Improvement Program Budget.
Public Works Director Rojas made comments and
introduced Civil Engineer IV Ramming who provided
a computer overview.
17. NEW BUSINESS
None.
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18.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL STATEMENTS
ACTION TAKEN
Councilmember Benham requested staff repair a
downed street light at the northwest corner of Thelma
and La Mesa.
Councilmember Benham requested staff respond to an
inquiry regarding a refund on a recycling fee
overpayment and provided contact information.
Councilmember Benham provided senior citizen rebate
applications and requested staff process the requests.
Councilmember Benham supplied a letter from a
constituent regarding unsolicited business cards being
dropped at residences and requested the City Attorney
respond. Additionally should the City Attorney deem it
prudent, the matter should be reviewed by the
Legislation and Litigation Committee.
Councilmember Benham congratulated Chief Rector
and the Police Department on the completion of the
Department of Justice investigation.
Councilmember Couch provided referrals to staff for
response.
Councilmember Couch requested staff analyze the
need for a four-way stop or traffic signal at Olive and
Alderbrook.
Councilmember Couch requested an update regarding
the URS Griner and Hwy. 99 situation.
Vice-Mayor Hanson requested staff respond to
correspondence from the Kern Taxpayers Association.
Vice-Mayor Hanson made comments regarding City
employees being featured in the Bakersfield Magazine.
Vice-Mayor Hanson requested information regarding Quiet
Zones. Public Works Director responded.
Councilmember Scrivner requested information
regarding Thomas Roads Projects on the City website
and additionally requested new information be added
along with an FAQ.
Councilmember Scrivner requested a copy of the
Powerpoint presentation on the Capital Improvement
Budget be emailed to him.
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18.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL STATEMENTS continued
Council member Scrivner congratulated Chief Rector and
City Manager Tandy on the conclusion of the Department of
Justice investigation.
Councilmember Sullivan echoed congratulations to Chief
Rector regarding the Department of Justice investigation.
Councilmember Sullivan requested a copy of the
Capital Improvement Plan.
Councilmember Sullivan requested Council meetings
and Joint City/County meetings have recesses and
Closed Session periods edited out of re-broadcasts.
Mayor Hall made comments regarding items related to
East Hills Mall.
Mayor Hall made comments regarding the State of the
County.
Mayor Hall complimented Chief Rector and the Police
Department on the Department of Justice report.
19 . ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hall adjourned the meeting at 9:51 p.m.
MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield, CA
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Council of the City of Bakersfield
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ACTION TAKEN