OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER October 14, 2016 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Honorable Mayor and City Council Alan Tandy, City Manager AT General Information Notable Items Good news! The City recently learned it will receive three grants totaling $132,450 from the Kern Council of Governments for bicycle-related projects and activities, including: o Bicycle Lanes and Routes (Bakersfield College Area) $107,450 This grant includes installing 1.04 miles of Class II bicycle lanes and 7.87 miles of Class III bicycle routes around Bakersfield College. Collectively, the bicycle lanes and routes nearly complete the bicycle transportation network within the Bakersfield College area according to the City s Bicycle Transportation Plan. Also, the proposed improvements provide new routes and substantially close gaps adjacent to the Kern River Parkway. Attached is a map of the funded bicycle lanes and routes. o Bicycle Parking Racks $15,000 This grant includes purchasing and installing bicycle parking racks at various locations throughout Bakersfield. The bicycle parking racks may include the current decorative (bicycle-shaped) racks found in the downtown area. Additional styles may be considered as well. o Bicycle Education and Outreach $10,000 The grant includes partnering with Bike Bakersfield to conduct several community outreach and educational events to increase bicycle and pedestrian safety awareness and promote the benefits of bicycling for health and transportation. The events include safety lectures, interactive bicycle skills courses, bicycle repair stations, and helmet fitting lessons. Events can be tailored for youth and/or adults and may be held at parks, community centers, or schools.
Page 2 General Information October 14, 2016 Congratulations to the winners of the 2016 Excellence in Action Award, Extra Mile Award, and the S.T.A.R. Award for their outstanding service to the City of Bakersfield. We thank Mayor Hall and the Council for publicly recognizing these employees efforts. I will be on vacation beginning Tuesday, October 25 th, through Wednesday, November 9 th. Chris Huot will be in charge during my absence and will handle the Council meeting of November 2 nd. The City Manager s Office has my contact information should that be necessary. Also, I will not be here the day after the election so an early congratulations to all the winners! Reports Streets Division work schedule for the week of October 17 th Recreation and Parks Monthly Report (September 2016) Event Notifications Event calendar for the Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center On October 15 th (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) you are invited the Howl-O-Ween Festival at the Bakersfield Animal Care Center (201 S. Mt. Vernon Ave.) Activities include pumpkin painting for kids, dog presentations, pet contests, and end with a pet parade.
Page 3 General Information October 14, 2016 On October 15 th (12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.) the Bakersfield Police Department will be holding an East Side Community Meeting at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park (1000 S. Owens Street). Have you ever wondered how you would react in police scenarios? Come try out our simulator to find out. Join us for a day of fun, education, and community involvement with the Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, SWAT Team, Traffic Division, and other police department staff members. This meeting will focus on issues and concerns in the East Bakersfield Zones. On October 22 nd (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) the Bakersfield Police Department and the Bakersfield Fire Department will be competing against one another in a charity basketball game. The event will take place in South High School s main gym and will include performances by South High cheerleaders, the Rebelettes, and South High s STEP team. There will be snacks and games for all ages, and is MC d by local radio DJ, Danny Brown.
B A K E R S F I E L D C O L L E G E A R E A - B I C Y C L E L A N E S A N D R O U T E S Legend Existing Bike Lanes Class 1 Class 2 Proposed Bike Lanes Class 2 7/14/2016 Prepared by the City of Bakersfield, CA, Division of Information Technology, Geographic Information Services. The City of Bakersfield makes no warranty, representation, or guarantee regarding the accuracy of this map. This map is intended for display purposes only and does not replace official recorded documents. dfq 0 0.125 0.25 0.5 Class 3 Miles
Page 1 of 3 STREETS DIVISION WORK SCHEDULE Week of October 17, 2016 October 21, 2016 Resurfacing/Reconstructing streets in the following areas: Sealing streets in the area north of Panama Ln between Union Ave and Cottonwood Rd Maintenance grind and pave on Chester Ave between 24 th St and 30 th St Reconstructing 21 St St west of Oak St Reconstructing Westwind Dr between Truxtun Ave and 21 St St Reconstructing 19 th St west of Oak St Reconstructing streets in the area north of Panorama Dr and west of Fairfax Rd Miscellaneous Streets Division projects: Video inspection of City owned sewer and storm lines to evaluate condition of pipes Repairing damaged sewer line found during video inspection Miscellaneous concrete repairs throughout the City Concrete repairs to various bus stops throughout City limits Asphalt work in the area of California Ave to Verde St from A St to Chester Ave (HUD Area) Installing storm and sewer lines at next phase of Mesa Marin Sports Complex Grading for sidewalk at Mesa Marin Sports Complex Working with the Railroad to repair both crossings on Ashe Rd south of White Ln NOTE: If raining, there will be no street sweeping service and all street cleaning personnel will be assigned to cleaning plugged drains and part circle culverts. This also applies when a large number of street sweepers are in Fleet for repairs. Areas that have been missed during this time will be swept at the end of the month only when possible. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Week of October 17_2016_Work Schedule
Page 2 of 3 STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE Monday, October 17, 2016 City areas between 99 Hwy. & Stine Rd. Panama Ln. & Taft Hwy. Tuesday, October 18, 2016 Between Panama Ln. & Woodmere Dr. Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd. Between District Blvd. & Panama Ln. Gosford Rd. & Ashe Rd. Between Akers Rd. & Phyllis St. Harris Rd. & Panama Ln. City areas between Akers Rd. & Stine Rd. Harris Rd. & Panama Ln. Oswell St. to Sterling Rd. Redbank Rd. to 58 Fwy. Stockdale Hwy. to Bell Terrace New Stine Rd. to S. Montclair St. Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Cul-De-Sacs on the north side of Angela Wy., between Manley Ct. & Cris Ct. Between Oswell Park Dr. & Brundage Ln. Oswell St. & Leeta St. City areas between Workman St. & Sterling Rd. 58 Hwy. & Baja Dr. Between Morning Dr. & Park Dr. College Ave. & Willis Ave. Between Buena Vista Rd. & Old River Rd. White Ln. & Panama Ln. Between Old River Rd. & Gosford Rd. White Ln. & Pacheco Rd. Thursday, October 20, 2016 City areas between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. Ashe Rd. & Gosford Rd. Between El Portal Dr./Laurelglen Blvd. & Ashe Rd. Ming Ave. & So. Half Moon Dr./Olympia Dr. Between Ashe Rd. & Stine Rd. Ming Ave. & So. Half Moon Dr./Edgemont Dr. Between Coffee Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.) White Ln. & So. Half Moon Dr./Olympia Dr. THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Week of October 17_2016_Work Schedule
Page 3 of 3 STREETS SWEEPING SCHEDULE Friday, October 21, 2016 Between Stockdale Hwy. & Ming Ave. Allen Rd. & Old River Rd. Between Old River Rd. & Gosford Rd. Ming Ave. & Ridge Oak Dr./Westwold Dr. Between Ridge Oak Dr./Westwold Dr. & White Ln. Old River Rd., east to the PG&E easement. Between White Ln. & Asperata Dr. Gosford Rd., west to the PG&E easement. Between White Ln. & Cedarwood Dr. Stine Rd. & Wilson Rd. (ext.) Week of October 17_2016_Work Schedule
B A K E R S F I E L D Department of Recreation and Parks Date: October 12, 2016 To: From: Subject: Alan Tandy, City Manager Dianne Hoover, Director of Recreation & Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Total monthly attendance for all programs, reservations and volunteers combined for the month of September totaled 45,289 as compared to last year s total of 51,004. ADMINISTRATION McMurtrey Waterslide Renovations Project Pre-Construction meeting with City staff, Whitewater, and Designs Unlimited was held on 09/21/16. Pool shut down time for the McMurtrey facility will be from 10/31/16 through 12/31/16. Wall Repairs: In Progress: 1. 2713 Deer Trail Ct. 2. Gosford Rd. S/O Stockdale Hwy. 3. 5700 Block of Olive Dr. @ Jewetta 4. El Portal and N Laurelglen 5. 7300 block of Granite Hills St. & Berkshire Rd. 6. Akers Rd. & Serene Oak Place (The Woods) missing the letter W - wall signage repair 7. Olive Dr. & Marciano (Olive Park) missing the letters O, A, and K wall signage repair 8. Verdugo & Barrichello (Bridgeton) missing the letters B & R wall signage repair We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Page 2 Special Project: 1. Las Palmas community (Ming & El Portal) - wall and landscape improvements on the El Portal Drive section. Damaged Planters: 1. Q St and 17 th St SE corner 2. Q St and 18 th St NE corner 3. Q St and 19 th St NW corner 4. Q St and 21 st St SW corner 5. Q St and 21 st St NW corner 6. Q St and 21 st St NE corner Completed: 1. NE corner of Reina and Fort Worth. Aquatic Maintenance: Aquatic staff preparing for routine maintenance for all aquatic facilities. Pump repair work at Silver Creek for the activity pool has been completed. Repair work for the sump pump drain line at TPRW fountain vault scheduled to be repaired. Wrought iron top rail barricade installed in Jefferson Pool men & Women s restroom entrances to eliminate illegal entry. Revised quotes for modifying the Jefferson Pool perimeter fencing estimated at $42,875.00. RECREATION Total Attendance: 45,289 Special Event Reservations: September 10 th o Beach Park, S.A.L.T. Walk/Run 100 Guests o The Park at River Walk - Sickle Cell Anemia Walk/Run 300 Guests o Yokuts Park, Second Star to the Right Walk/Run 200 Guests September 11 th TPRW, Project Clean Air National Drive Electric Week 200 Guests September 12 th TPRW, Islamic Shaura Council Prayer Ceremony 1,500 Guests September 17 th TPRW, Teen Challenge Walk/Run 200 Guests September 24 th TPRW, Mother s Against Drunk Drivers Walk/Run 500 Guests Total Attendance: 18,444 Reservations/Special Events We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Page 3 Silver Creek Community Center Total Attendance: o Overall attendance was 200 as compared to last year of 467. o There was one (1) rental for the month. o Decrease in attendance is due to eliminating the After School Program during budget cuts. Total Revenue: $682.05 Saunders Recreational Facility Total Attendance: o Overall attendance was 692 as compared to last year of 648. o There were zero rentals for the month. Hockey Program: 33 Registered Participants / Total Attendance: 132 Soccer Program: 14 Teams / Total Attendance: 560 Total Revenue: $684 Aquatics Overall Aquatic Attendance: Total attendance for Aquatics was 2,955 which was a 33.9% decrease compared to September 2015 figure of 4,468. This decrease was due to the reduction in the Aquatics budget which eliminated pool parties and the move of the Bakersfield Swim Academy rental to Seven Oaks Pool. With the new slide construction and closure of McMurtrey for November and December, Bakersfield Swim Academy decided to keep their team practices at Seven Oaks Pool. McMurtrey Aquatic Center: Monthly attendance at the McMurtrey Aquatic Center was 2,535 compared to last year s 3,974 100 Mile Club: The 100 Mile Lap Swim Club is currently made up of 401 active members that swam 14,801.77 miles this month. The club has swum a combined total of 164,420 miles. Silver Creek Pool: The Elementary & Jr High Swim Program started September 6 th at Silver Creek Pool. There are 18 participants learning the four competitive strokes and techniques for competitive swimming. The program meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week. Swimmers are practicing for the 2016 Championship Meet held October 8th at Bakersfield College. Total attendance at Silver Creek Pool for the month of September was 420. Make A Splash Program: Make A Splash drowning prevention program staff conducted a Parent CPR with AED, First Aid, and Water Safety Training to 9 adults on September 10 th. Staff has been working on the 1 st Quarter Report highlighting the 525 $5 discounted swim lessons taught in July and August. o Donation Total: $120.00 We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Page 4 Athletics Total Attendance: o Athletic Programming: Adult Softball Adult, Youth, Fitness and Adaptive Programs total attendance for the month of September was 19,818 as compared to last year s total of 23,653. The 16% decrease in attendance can be attributed to the Fall Softball League schedule late start due to the large number of rainouts during the spring. The Fall Softball League began with evaluation games on September 19 th. The League consists of 156 teams divided into 26 Divisions (16 Men s & 10 Coed). Softball Tournaments Mesa Marin Sports Complex hosted an ASA Tournament on September 10 th. Eight teams participated in the tournament. Mesa Marin Sports Complex hosted a Special Olympics Fundraising Tournament on September 25 th. Ten teams participated in the tournament. Kidz Love Soccer Kidz Love Soccer program was held at Silver Creek Park on Tuesday s and at Pin Oak Park on Saturday s. The program introduces children ages 2-10 years old to the fundamentals of soccer. A typical session experience includes age appropriate activities, skill demonstrations, fun games and instructional scrimmages. Adaptive Programming: League of Dreams Basketball The Opening Day Celebration was held on Sunday, September 18 th. The League started on Sunday, September 25 th with 212 athletes participating. 276 Angel volunteers are helping to make this year s program a success. Donation Total: $5,299.20 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center Total Attendance: o Overall attendance for the month was 3,180 as opposed to last year s total of 4,730. Attendance at the center was down 32% from last September due to the basketball gym being closed for reconstruction. o Basketball Gym Closure The gym was closed to the public on September 6, 2016 to allow for the gym to undergo some renovations to the pain, tile and new flooring. Scheduled to reopen in late November. o Donation Total: $1,858.30 We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Department of Recreation and Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Page 5 PARKS Fairfax Road Staff worked overtime to trim and remove weeds on hillside to create a fire break on 9/24/16. Work requested by adjacent homeowner. Maxicom Section Weill Park - on 9/13/16 Fire damage destroyed all electrical components and once that is repaired a full audit of irrigation layout will occur. o Waste Water - On 9/26/16 this weather station was checked, serviced and found to be functioning properly. o Kern River Parkway On 9/26/16, this weather station was checked, serviced and found to be functioning properly. o Wilderness Park - On 9/28/16 an irrigation schedule was created, activated and is now running with the Maxi Com system. o Kroll Park - On 9/30/16 an irrigation schedule was created, activated and is now running with the Maxi Com system. Mesa Marin Electrical conduit/wires which supply power to parking lot and new dog park were damaged due to excavation of Phase II. Electrical conduit was re-located and power was restored to parking lot on 9/23/16. Mill House MLK Mobile Restrooms New chain link cover for A/C enclosure was installed by San Joaquin Fence Co. on 9/23/16. Staff trimmed and removed weeds inside the community garden on 9/13/16. Staff delivered and set up three (3) Mobile restrooms and one (1) ticket booth for the Beach Boys concert. The following day staff dismantled, cleaned and returned them back to storage. Staff Delivered and set up three (3) mobile restrooms to The Park at River Walk for the Gospel Fest event. The following day staff dismantled, cleaned and returned them back to storage. State Farm Sports Village Staff installed additional cable fencing at the north side parking lot to prevent further vandalism. Kern Turf tech installed a new flow sensor pump on 9/13/16. Tree Maintenance Staff trimmed trees at Calle Los Camichines due to the trees blocking street security lights. Staff mass pruned Johnson Road between Ride and Reina. Staff removed approximately four (4) tons of green waste from this site. Staff removed seven (7) Palm trees and four (4) miscellaneous trees inside a PG&E easement located East of Kettlebury between Laborough and Bellows. We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
Weed Abatement Westside Parkway Department of Recreation and Parks September 2016 Monthly Report Page 6 Staff trimmed trees on the South/East corner of Coffee and Stockdale so that the red light cameras were not obstructed. Contractor, Weed Solutions, performed weed abatement at the following locations: Rudal Road on 9/7/16. Royal Coach Circle on 9/5/16. The Bakersfield Homeless Center assisted with weed removal on the following dates: 9/14/16, 9/17/16, 9/28/16 Trimming: Trees Trimmed: 75 Clearance: 114 Removals: 20 Service Tickets: Received: 24 Completed: 15 UPCOMING/ONGOING EVENTS: Wood chips were added to the median on S. H Street, Cross street, Berkshire St. Pee Wee Sports Registration now open 3-5 yrs. $38 a session on Saturdays in October & November. KIDZ Love Soccer 2-10 yrs. $69 At Silver Creek Park. MLK Halloweentown Friday, October 28 th 1:30-3:30 at MLK Community Center/Free, ages 5-17. For additional activities and events offered through the Recreation and Parks Department, Please visit the website at www.bakersfieldparks.us. We enhance the quality of life through a variety of programs, parks, and partnerships.
BOX OFFICE HOURS Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5 PM (Excluding Event Days) UPCOMING EVENTS CHARGE-BY-PHONE 1-888-929-7849 GROUP SALES INFORMATION 661-852-7309 SEASON TICKET INFORMATION Bakersfield Condors 661-324-PUCK (7825) www.bakersfieldcondors.com Bakersfield Symphony 661-323-7928 www.bsonow.org Broadway In Bakersfield 661-852-7308 Week of September 19th September 29 Chris Young 7:30 PM $55, $39.50 On Sale Now October 8 - Preseason: Condors vs Stk 6:00 PM $10, $5 On Sale Now October 13 Disney On Ice 7:00 PM $60, $35, $12 On Sale Now October 14 Disney On Ice 7:00 PM $60, $35, $24, $18, $15 On Sale Now October 15 Disney On Ice 11A/3 P/7P $60, $35, $24, $18, $15 On Sale Now October 16 Disney On Ice 1 PM/5 PM $60, $35, $24, $18, $15 On Sale Now October 2 Gospel Fest 3:00 PM Free Admission October 8 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now October 18 Intocable 9:00 PM $157, $117, $97, $72, $62, $47 On Sale Now October 28 - Apocalypse World 8:00 PM VIP $35, Advance $20, DOS $25 On Sale 9/23 October 29 - WWE: NXT Live 7:30 PM $75, $40, $20 On Sale Now November 5 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now December 18 Merry-achi Christmas 7:30 PM $45.50, $35.50, $25.50 On Sale Now February 4 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now March 11 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now April 8 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now May 13 Bakersfield Symphony 7:30 PM $45, $35, $30, $20 On Sale Now www.rabobankarena.com - www.bhnamphitheatre.com
East Side Community Meeting Join YOUR police department for a day of fun, education, and community involvement with the Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, SWAT Team, Traffic Division, and other members of BPD. This meeting will focus on issues and concerns in East Bakersfield Zones, as pictured here. We hope to see you there! Have you ever wondered how you would react in police scenarios? We will have a simulator available for you to find out! DATE: Saturday, October 15, 2016 TIME: 12:00 PM 3:00 PM WHERE: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park 1000 S. Owens St For more information, contact the Community Relations Unit at 661-326-3053 or BPDCommunity@bakersfieldpd.us