City News

The recently launched Clean City Initiative clean-up crews continue to make a difference across Bakersfield.

Closure will be in effect from 6 a.m. to noon February 27.

Nearly 56 tons of trash and recycling dropped off by 897 vehicles.

Grants from $3,500 to $5,000 will be made available to local small businesses.

The closure is expected to be in effect for 18 months.

The intersection will be closed between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. on February 23, 24 and 25.

This closure is scheduled between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

This closure is scheduled between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Bakersfield Solid Waste Division is offering more opportunities for the public to dispose of large items this weekend.

We are now hiring for Police Service Technician (PST)! The role of a PST includes assisting sworn personnel in follow-up investigations, enforcing parking laws, issuing citations, directing traffic, and much more!

The closure will take place from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on February 16.

City administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 15.

The City of Bakersfield is looking to hire a new Administrative Analyst I in Risk Management.

Traffic will be reversed on Real Road south of Stockdale Highway next week, starting February 15.

Beginning February 15, Ford Avenue will be closed from Morrison Street to Dunlap Street.

Line for this past weekend's clinic at Jefferson Park wrapped around the block.

Between 800 and 900 vehicles came through the two drop-off sites.

The B-CARES program supported almost 1,000 local small businesses with grants of up to $25,000.

Apply now for an exciting job as a Police Trainee for the Bakersfield Police Department!

Apply here.

All lanes will be closed between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. on February 4.

The Bakersfield Solid Waste Division is offering two more pop-up bulky item drop-off events.

The City of Bakersfield has launched its most recent Clean City Initiative effort, clean-up teams that will improve the look of our City.

Total awards excede initial allocation of $3 million, providing assistance to more than 900 local businesses.

The Bakersfield City Council met Wednesday, January 20.

The Department of Transportation announces nighttime closures of the Northbound State Route 99 on-ramp from Eastbound White Lane.

The closure will be in both directions on California Avenue at Easton Drive.

Mayor Karen Goh issued a video message about Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy.

City administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 18.

Mayor Goh proclaims Jan. 15, 2021 Operation White Lights Day.

The Department of Transportation single-lane overnight lane closures on Northbound and Southbound State Route 99 starting the night of Tuesday, January 19, in the City of Bakersfield.

The closure will be in both directions on Stockdale Highway at Stine Road.

The City of Bakersfield was incorporated on Jan. 11, 1898.

The City will activate its new pedestrian signal at 24th and Pine Streets on Monday, January 11.

Closure will also impact the northbound 99 to 58 connector on Monday, January 11.

All lanes will be closed from 11 p.m. until 5 a.m. on January 14.

Lane closures are scheduled for the Westside Parkway, between Allen Road and Calloway Drive, on Wednesday, January 13.

Mayor Goh and Councilmember Gray officially sworn-in at Special Meeting.

Where to watch and how to submit public comments for the January 6 meeting.

The City of Bakersfield offices will be closed on Thursday, December 30, and Friday, January 1 for the New Year's holiday.

Construction work at City Hall North will require closure of westbound side of Truxtun Avenue and main doors of the building on December 29.

When you're ready to dispose of your Christmas tree this season, the City of Bakersfield has you covered!

The City of Bakersfield offices will be closed on Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

The City of Bakersfield was recently ranked among the top 10 cities where cost of living is decreasing.

Nighttime closures have been scheduled for the southbound State Route 99.

City residents are welcome to take advantage of this special two-day event on January 2 and 3 to dispose of items that don't fit in your trash cans.

After more than a decade and a half of service to the City of Bakersfield, Dianne Hoover is retiring as the City's Recreation & Parks Director.

Rivera served as Ward 1 Councilman for seven years.

Daytime closures have been scheduled for the northbound lanes on Wible Road between Belle Terrace and Brundage Lane.

The City received more than 1,500 applications for B-CARES grants.

Jacquie Sullivan served Ward 6 for 25 years, the longest tenure of any Councilmember in City history.

The Bakersfield City Councilmembers were officially installed at Wednesday's Council meeting.

All lanes will be closed from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. on December 20, 21 and 22.

This closure is scheduled between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Traffic will be reversed on Real Road, south of Stockdale Highway during day time hours beginning December 15.

The Bakersfield Police Department - Community Collaborative invites you to take this “Community Survey on Public Safety, Community Policing and Law Enforcement.” It will take approximately five minutes of your time.

The closure is needed as part of a resurfacing project on Old River Road.

The Christmas and New Year’s holidays will bring some changes to the normal trash collection schedule.

The public can submit comments to the City Council by email or voicemail.

The City of Bakersfield will begin work to reconstruct Truxtun Avenue between H Street and Chester Avenue starting at 7 a.m. Saturday, December 12.

Detours will be in place and traffic delays are expected.

The City is expected to provide $5 million in assistance to local small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This order takes effect Saturday, December 5 at 12:59 p.m. and will apply to Kern County at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, December 6.

Let us know how you want downtown streetscapes to look and feel!

The City of Bakersfield offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The closure is scheduled between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.

This work will require traffic detours and lane closures from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The City of Bakersfield’s annual Holiday Grease Collection offers a safe disposal option for cooking oil and grease for City residents.

This has been a very unpredictable and challenging year. The City Manager would like to share a message with the public during this holiday season.

No trash pick-up on Thanksgiving Day.

The State's limited stay home order and curfew for non-essential businesses and services, as well as personal gatherings in Tier I (purple tier) counties is effective at 10 p.m. on November 21.

The City of Bakersfield will begin work on the reconstruction of the Truxtun Avenue and F Street intersection on Saturday, November 21.

Keeping urban hens remains unlawful until pending litigation is resolved.

Flagging personnel will be stopping traffic for up to 10 minutes at a time between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The westbound on-ramp to Westside Parkway from Allen Road will be closed November 19, as City of Bakersfield crews complete repairs.

The work requiring the closure is expected to be completed by November 18.

Work expected to take place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 14.

Crews will be working during nighttime hours starting Sunday, November 15.

The City of Bakersfield's Animal Control Unit will host a low-cost pet vaccination and licensing clinic at Kroll Park on Saturday, November 14.

Project along Kentucky Street will get underway on Monday, November 16

Grants in increments of $5,000, $10,000 and $20,000 are available for qualifying nonprofit organizations.

The City of Bakersfield processed more housing permits in October than any other month in the last five years, a sign that the City continues to grow.

Marella Way will be closed at the freeway alignment beginning November 4.

The closure is expected to be in effect from Monday, November 2 until Monday, November 16.

Your business could receive up to a $20,000 grant that does not need to be paid back!

Residents can detour around the work zone by using Joseph Drive or McDonald Way to enter or exit the neighborhood.

The closure of the right two lanes is expected to start at 9 a.m. near Empire Drive.

The testing is available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.

The Bakersfield Police Department Community Collaborative (BPD-CC) is seeking community input on local police reform efforts through a series of “Listening Sessions.” These are open forums for the public to share their experiences, insights and ideas.

Park features two-acre dog park, sheltered picnic areas with BBQ grills and more!

The Park at River Walk, the 18th & Eye Streets parking garage and the underground parking garage at City Hall North included in the first phase of this project.

The reconstruction of the intersection is expected to begin at 10 p.m. Sunday, October 25.

Residents can detour around the work zone by using Joseph Drive or McDonald Way to enter or exit the neighborhood.

North Stine Road, north of Stockdale Hwy, will be closed to traffic in both directions during daytime hours on Friday, October 23. The closure is needed to set up reinforcing steel on a bridge column.

Brundage Lane Navigation Center will help address Bakersfield homeless crisis, offering wrap-around services to put clients on a path to permanent housing.

Outside lanes on the southbound side of the highway will be closed overnight from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. the next day.

City of Bakersfield crews will be completing an unforeseen repair of a water service line between Pine and Myrtle Streets. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes.

Closure and construction work expected to last one week.

The two outside lanes in the eastbound direction are expected to be closed on Wednesday and Thursday. At least one eastbound lane will remain open while work is underway.

City of Bakersfield Public Works crews will be performing a pavement rehabilitation in the area.

These closures may be in effect Sunday through Thursday nights beginning October 11.

These temporary permits are available immediately to help these organizations operate while following the guidelines mandated by the state.

The Funding Handbook describes the application process for applying for various grant programs.

The City of Bakersfield Animal Control unit will hold the clinic using new protocols in light of the ongoing pandemic.

The reconstruction of the roadway will be done between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday each week.

Seven openings available to City residents.

Closures are planned overnight and during the day.

The project will be underway Monday through Saturday, starting September 28 until November 23.

City residents will be allowed to rake leaves into the street adjacent to the curb and gutter for collection.

Latest in City's efforts to aid local businesses during COVID-19 pandemic.

Freeway ramp closure planned for September 27-28.

New business assistance program makes $3 million in CARES Act funds immediately available to local businesses in need.

Traffic delays are likely to result due to the signal’s status.

Progress continues to be made at the Brundage Lane Navigation Center as we near completion of construction in time for a Fall 2020 opening.

You can see the entire broadcast from September 5 any time you want, right on the City's YouTube page.

Work will continue overnight on the bridge falsework at California Avenue between Marella Way and Easton Drive.

Temporary road closures will be in effect during the reconstruction of the 26^th Street, 28^th Street, and 30^th Street intersections.

Drivers should plan for delays, or to use alternative routes.

The deadline for the 2020 U.S. Census is drawing near and it's important everyone be counted so our communities will have the funding and support they will need the next decade.

Both directions of travel on Wible Road between the northbound State Route 99 on-ramp and Belle Terrace will be impacted.

Contractor will be paving a new auxiliary lane for northbound-to-eastbound traffic on Sunday, September 13 and Wednesday, September 16.

Work will require alternating lane closures on 23^rd Street and 24^th Street between the Kern River Bridge and the State Route 178 freeway.

The September free pet vaccination clinic has been canceled as social gatherings are still not permitted by the state health department.

Actions approved by City Council at its Sept. 9, 2020 meeting.

The closures will affect both directions of travel between Marella Way and Easton Drive.

The City of Bakersfield's Recreation & Parks Department is extending the operating dates for City-operated spray parks through this weekend.

Repairs are completed and lanes back open to traffic.

Detours and alternate access points to be provided for drivers.

The Economic and Community Development Department will host a Zoom meeting to discuss the City's Economic Opportunity Area Incentive Program.

Lane closures are scheduled for southbound State Route 99 between Belle Terrace and Ming Avenue.

Bakersfield joined hundreds of cities and counties around the country in marking the momentous occasion by lighting various municipal buildings and landmarks.

Lane closures will be needed on 24^th Street through the month of September.

Concrete pour expected to start at 3 a.m. and to be finished by noon.

Crews will be re-striping the freeway for future construction.

Rotating outages may begin in Bakersfield and/or Kern County around 4 p.m., Monday, August 17.

Closure is expected to be between Dunlap Street and North Stine Road. Detour information provided.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area, or plan for delays.

Various work expected to continue into September.

The Bakersfield Police Department has received multiple reports of community members receiving text messages with threatening language and violent images.

Traffic is expected to be stopped for up to 10 minutes at a time.

Closure of the inside travel lane of 24th between D Street and Chester Avenue will be required each night.

Funded by the Public Safety & Vital Services Measure, a new Rescue Unit program will help reduce the Bakersfield Fire Department's response times in the two busiest districts.

With the restrictions we're facing due to COVID-19, National Night Out won't look the same this year; however, we weren't about to call it off altogether! Instead, we're going to play a game of BINGO with our community.

The inside lane on the southbound Mohawk Street to eastbound Westside Parkway on-ramp will be closed during daytime hours starting Monday, August 3.

The Bakersfield Animal Care Center is teaming up with NBC and Telemundo to find homes for pets in need.

Work will require the closure of the outside right-turn lane on the eastbound off-ramp to Mohawk Street and the outside lane of southbound Mohawk Street.

Crews will be removing falsework from new Belle Terrace Bridge.

Paving of the 24^th Street/Chester Avenue intersection has been rescheduled to Monday, July 27 between the hours of 7 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Nighttime lane closures have been scheduled during the next three weeks on California Avenue between Marella Way and Easton Drive.

City of Bakersfield has joined Atlas One, a location-based civic engagement network that sends alerts about nearby City events, incidents and announcements to users’ smartphones.

Bakersfield ranks fifth among the largest 51 U.S. cities when it comes to spending recovery.

Paving operations will be underway for all intersections along 24^th Street between E Street and M Street the week of July 20.

Council approved a Purchase Sale Agreement to sell property at the corner of California Avenue and P Street to a developer as part of the City's Mill Creek Vision Plan.

A nighttime closure has been scheduled for the eastbound Westside Parkway off-ramp to Truxtun Avenue.

Night work on Brundage Lane expected to impact traffic.

Traffic control has been scheduled for westbound Stockdale Highway at the new State Route 43 roundabout.

McMurtrey Aquatic Center pool to re-open for lap swim on Monday, June 6.

Nighttime lane closures have been scheduled for California Avenue on Monday, July 6 and Tuesday, July 7.

Check the City's updated trash and recycling services for the week of the July 4 holiday.

Current state and county guidelines do not currently allow for public gatherings of this size.

Performance by the Beale Park Band will be broadcast on Independence Day.

New full-time position with Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative now open.

The July free pet vaccination clinic has been canceled as social gatherings are still not permitted by the state health department.

Nighttime lane closures are planned on Highway 204 for three nights.

Nighttime lane closures have been scheduled for westbound Truxtun Avenue and for California Avenue on Tuesday, June 30.

The Bakersfield City Council is recruiting multiple individuals to serve on the Bakersfield Youth Commission.

Tina Marie's Downtown Cafe becomes the first to receive the permit.

The City of Bakersfield is excited to announce the next step in the process of opening a new navigation center to address the growing homelessness problem.

Our goal as a police department is to partner with the community to protect the lives and property of the people we serve. To accomplish our mission we must be constantly aware of the needs and expectations of our community.

A full closure has been scheduled for northbound State Route 99 in the vicinity of the State Route 58 junction on Monday, June 22.

A full closure has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 16 for northbound State Route 99 between the eastbound State Route 58 connector and Ming Avenue.

A closure for the Ming Avenue on-ramp to northbound State Route 99 has been scheduled for June 17.

The Treasury will resume normal operations and will re-open to the public on Monday.

The contractor for the 24^th Street Improvement Project will be working on the irrigation system for the new median between Beech Street and Bay Street next week.

Crews will be working on the overhead Highway 58 bridge.

Closures for final striping at State Route 43/Stockdale Highway roundabout.

City-operated spray parks will re-open on Wednesday, June 10.

City Staff presented a Fiscal Year 2020-21 departmental budget workshop to the City Council, the second of two planned workshops.

Multiple alternating lane and intersection closures planned on 24th Street this weekend and next week.

The Bakersfield Animal Care Center, 201 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue, is looking forward to welcoming the community back on Tuesday, June 9, 2020.

The Public Safety & Vital Services (Measure N) Citizens Oversight Committee recommended more than $47 million in PSVS funding be approved in the City Council's FY20-21 budget.

The City has rescheduled the Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, June 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Traffic control will be needed on Real Road between Stockdale Highway and Elcia Drive on Wednesday, June 3.

Nearly half of all City residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park.

The City of Bakersfield helped coordinate the donation of thousands of masks to local organizations from a local business.

Lane closures have been scheduled for both California Avenue and Mohawk Street tonight, June 1.

Closures planned for June 2 and 7.

Crews will be removing a temporary concrete barrier rail and completing paving. These operations will affect all directions of travel.

With social distancing in mind, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Junior Police Academy. We are very sorry to our youth community. We will begin planning later this year for the 2021 Junior Police Academy, and we will make it our best year yet!!! Thank you for your understanding.

A nighttime freeway closure is planned for State Route 99 between Stockdale Highway and Ming Avenue on Monday, June 1.

Beginning Monday, June 1, 2020, the City of Bakersfield will begin a project to rehabilitate the storm water pump station at Talisman Drive and Kristina Court.

Crews are working to repair a small, shallow sinkhole discovered on the westbound side of Truxtun Avenue this morning.

City department heads presented their budget proposals and projections – taking into account lower expected revenues due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Slope paving will continue along Wible Road next week, requiring traffic control between Brundage Lane and Belle Terrace.

Paving operations continue next week on 24^th Street between the Kern River Bridge and C Street.

The City has created a process for business owners to apply for a permit to temporarily close private parking lots throughout the City, or public streets and sidewalks in Downtown Bakersfield in order to allow businesses to set up outdoor dining seating and/or retail vending areas each day.

Bakersfield residents continue their water conservation efforts.

Traffic will be stopped between Stockdale Highway and Belle Terrace for up to five minutes at a time on May 20.

The Bakersfield City Council is recruiting for one individual to serve a three-year term on the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board.

Paving operations will require the closure of the inside eastbound and westbound traffic lanes of 24th Street.

Olive Drive between Santa Fe Way and Renfro Road will be closed starting Monday, May 18.

Residents can get an ID tag for their dog or cat on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Eye Street between 20^th and 21^st is expected to be closed from Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15.

Drivers may experience delays of up to five minutes due to traffic control on Real Road.

The Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative has opened recruiting for a pair of new positions.

Paving operations will resume along the north side of 24^th Street between Drake Street and State Route 178 on Sunday, May 10.

Nighttime lane closures are scheduled for two inside lanes on Highway 99 starting May 11.

Nighttime lane closures will be needed on the Westside Parkway, Truxtun Avenue, and Mohawk Street starting May 11.

On May 11, 2020, the City of Bakersfield will resume work on the rehabilitation of the Manor Street Bridge over the Kern River.

The contractor for the 24^th Street Improvement Project will be placing stamped concrete for the new median between Beech Street and Bay Street on May 6.

Bakersfield continues to grow, adding 5,500 residents from 2019 to 2020.

Closure will be between Mohawk Street on-ramp and Coffee Road off-ramp.

Traffic control will be needed on Wible Road between Stockdale Highway and Belle Terrace on Friday, May 1.

Northbound and southbound State Route 99 will be closed between Stockdale Highway and Ming Avenue overnight on May 4.

The City of Bakersfield is modifying, canceling or postponing some upcoming events in our continued efforts to help limit the potential spread of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).

The award is for the City’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget submission.

Intermittent nighttime lane closures on southbound State Route 99 are scheduled for Thursday, April 30.

Greg Terry named next Chief of Police by City Manager Christian Clegg.

Utility potholing will require lane closures on Stockdale Highway Monday, April 20 through Thursday, April 23.

Closures allow for work on the new retaining wall along northbound State Route 99.

Due to the extent of the work required to repair the sinkhole Fairfax Road is closed in both directions at College Avenue.

We regret to inform our community that the 2020 BPD K-9 Trials have been cancelled. We look forward to hosting these trials once again, in Summer 2021.

Study ranks Bakersfield among the least vulnerable to economic impact by COVID-19.

McCutchen Road will be closed to through traffic between Old River Road and Gosford Road.

Roadway excavation will be underway for the new 24^th Street median next week, April 13-17.

City staff has recommended suspension of delinquent fees and interest, deferring payment of certain taxes for local businesses. Will be voted on by Council on Wednesday.

Steady rains in the first nine days of April have helped as City crews have completed a $1.5 million replanting project a month ahead of schedule.

Don't Create a Monster – Think Before You Flush. Learn how to prevent sewage problems and keep your plumbing working correctly.

The 4:15 p.m. meeting will be CLOSED to the public. There will be limited public access at the 5:15 p.m. meeting.

The City of Bakersfield joins other agencies in closing parks for Easter weekend.

Bakersfield Police Department remains committed to being available and responsive to the public’s safety and criminal justice needs.

The City of Bakersfield has extended the timeline for temporary precautionary measures put in place to help limit the potential spread of COVID-19 through May 1.

City closes entrance to Aera Park after reports of teams meeting on the fields.

Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes or allow extra time to reach their destinations if they must travel through this area while work is underway.

Paving operations are scheduled to begin along the north side of 24^th Street, between E Street and M Street.

The City of Bakersfield will temporarily close all playground areas and equipment at City-run park facilities until further notice.

A pair of traffic advisories for the week of March 30.

In order to limit possible exposure to and spread of COVID-19 in our community, the City of Bakersfield’s Recreation and Parks Department is closing all basketball, tennis and pickleball courts to the public.

Green waste facility hours of operation temporarily changed.

Southbound State Route 99 will be closed during nighttime hours in the vicinity of the State Route 58 interchange on Monday, March 23.

The latest measures the City of Bakersfield is taking to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).

Effective immediately, the City of Bakersfield has declared a local emergency in response to the COVID-19 health crisis following Governor Gavin Newsom’s statewide stay-at-home order to all Californians.

City of Bakersfield extends timeline for temporary measures put in place to limit possible COVID-19 exposure to April 14.

Closure at 24^th Street/Chester Avenue intersection on Saturday.

Upcoming Closures for State Route 99.

City is canceling or postponing nonessential events and gatherings through March to reduce possible spread of COVID-19.

Following recommendations from the Office of the Governor of California, the Bakersfield Police Department is taking precautionary measures in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). The purpose of these measures is to ensure the health and safety of our community members and public safety officers.

The City of Bakersfield's monthly low-cost vaccine clinic has been canceled for March.

Learn more about the opportunities to work for the City at Job Fest on Wednesday, March 11.

Traffic control required on Real Road March 12 and 13 as crews will be working on a new bridge crossing.

The westbound Westside Parkway on-ramp is expected to be back to two lanes starting Thursday, March 5.

California Avenue loop ramp to northbound Highway 99 expected to re-open the night of March 4.

Move.org names Bakersfield the nation's top city for motorcyclists.

New employees join the City of Bakersfield, take oath to serve.

The on-ramp from Ming Avenue to northbound Highway 99 will be closed overnight from Tuesday through Thursday.

Crews will be installing vehicle detection loops at multiple intersections on 23rd Street.

Bakersfield was recently ranked as one of the top U.S. cities for economic performance, landing on the Milken Institute's 2020 Best-Performing Cities study.

Basketball courts, exercise equipment, playgrounds and more planned for the new $3.01 million park.

Underground work will require the closure of M Street on the north side of 24^th Street from February 26, at 6 a.m. through March 2.

Daytime traffic control will be in effect while crews pour concrete for a new bridge crossing Real Road.

Nighttime lane closures are planned for State Route 99 on Monday, February 24.

Nighttime closures have been scheduled for eastbound Truxtun Avenue from Monday, February 24 through Wednesday, February 26.

Almost $6 million in funding recommended for projects to improve low-income neighborhoods in the City of Bakersfield.

Overnight closures and traffic controls to be in place starting Tuesday, February 18.

Traffic control will be needed at State Route 43 and Stockdale Highway on Thursday, February 20, as crews stripe the south side of the new roundabout.

Crews will be performing paving and striping work at the intersection.

Part of the Kern River Parkway Bike Trail will be closed as crews work to resurface the trail.

Interested applicants can learn how to apply for the positions here.

A nighttime closure has been scheduled for the two outside lanes along southbound State Route 99, in the vicinity of the junction with State Route 58, on Thursday, February 6.

The City of Bakersfield Animal Control Unit will be offering its monthly low-cost vaccine clinic on Saturday, February 8 at Jefferson Park (801 Bernard Street) from 9 a.m. to noon.

The intersection is closed until further notice while crews repair damaged gas line.

The contractor for the 24^th Street Improvement Project will begin paving operations at the Oak Street/24^th Street intersection this weekend.

Freeze warning in effect starting at midnight Feb. 3 into Feb. 4.

The contractor for the 24^th Street Improvement Project plans to close the 24^th Street/Eye Street intersection at 2 a.m. Saturday, February 1, for drainage work.

As part of a partnership with the City of Bakersfield, Union Pacific Railroad will be performing multiple clean-up efforts around UPRR-owned sites starting Tuesday, January 28.

Hundreds of volunteers took part in the annual Point-In-Time Homeless Count in Bakersfield and Kern County.

Before a nearly capacity crowd in the City Council Chambers, following more than two dozen public speakers, the City Council Wednesday night approved the purchase of property to be used as a future emergency low-barrier homeless shelter.

The contractor for the Centennial Corridor Mainline plans to close Stine Road on the south side of Stockdale Highway on Monday, January 27.

The on-ramp from Ming Avenue to northbound State Route 99 will be closed during nighttime hours Monday, January 27 through Wednesday, January 29.

Beginning Monday January 27th, 2020, Gosford Road from Panama Lane to McCutchen Road will be closed to allow for the Developer to complete construction and paving of Gosford Road.

The contractor for the 24^th Street Improvement Project will need to close Bay Street on the north side of 24^th Street on Wednesday, January 22.

The contractor for the Centennial Corridor Mainline will continue setting falsework across Real Road this week.

The City of Bakersfield's offices will be closed Monday, January 20, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.

The City of Bakersfield is pleased to announce that the City Council has named Christian Clegg as its next City Manager.

Trees in danger of falling will be replaced by Recreation & Parks Department. Lane closures on California Avenue will be required during removal next week.

More than 100 volunteers took part in the first Point-in-Time Homeless Count training session in Bakersfield at the Mission at Kern County on Wednesday, January 15.

The City's first monthly low-cost pet vaccination clinic was held this past weekend where more than 360 vaccines were given to local animals.

The contractor for the Centennial Corridor Mainline will begin setting bridge falsework across Real Road this week.

Bakersfield Law Enforcement Training Academy Class 19-01 graduated on Thursday, January 9, 2020.

Long-term ramp closure planned to start Jan. 12.

An around-the-clock closure is scheduled this weekend for Chester Avenue on the north side of 24^th Street.

This year we're coming to YOU!

A nighttime closure has been scheduled for the westbound Westside Parkway on-ramp from Truxtun Avenue for Thursday, January 9.

Staff from the City of Bakersfield met with dozens of community members at a third outreach meeting held at the Mechanics Bank Convention Center to discuss the proposed emergency homeless shelter project.

The contractor for the new roundabout at the State Route 43 (Enos Lane) and Stockdale Highway intersection plans to complete paving operations for this phase of the project on Tuesday, January 7, and to stripe the new roadway on Thursday, January 9 and Friday, January 10, weather permitting.

The Bakersfield Fire Department improved its Insurance Services Office score and retained its Class 2 rating, putting it in the top 1.5% of all departments in the nation.

The ratings help determine homeowner insurance rates.

Changes coming to traffic patterns in Bakersfield starting January 3.

City will host third meeting on search for site of future homeless shelter.

Around-the-clock closure will start Saturday at Eye Street

Both nighttime and daytime closures expected starting Dec. 29

Road work schedule has been updated.

Holiday closure schedule for Christmas and New Year's.

Trash and recycling services will be delayed one day during the weeks of the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays.

Crews will be sealing pavement joints on eastbound side of the parkway this week.

One lane closed on westbound side of 24th Street just west of F Street and east of Cedar Street.

City staff met with residents to answer questions and hear concerns about proposed homeless shelter project and its potential locations.

Drivers should be aware of potential traffic delays Dec. 17 - 20.

Help identify hazard risks in Bakersfield and Kern County.

Crews will be installing a temporary concrete barrier rail on the on-ramp.

New homeless collaborative seeking an Executive Director to lead the non-profit.

Project proposal presented to community, followed by comments and questions from residents.

Budget and recommendation presentations given to Committee this week.

Plan an alternate route if you use the Westside Parkway Sunday through Tuesday as there will likely be delays due to road work.

Bakersfield Twitter account goes live, will feature announcements and other communications to the public.

Public is invited to attend and ask questions, learn about possible site locations that will be presented to City Council on January 22.

Annual Christmas Parade is set for Thursday in Downtown. Road closures will accompany the event.

In a collaborative effort with the Kern County 999 Foundation, we are currently raising charitable funds for the Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault, and Kern County Deputy Jesse Harker's family. Deputy Harker was recently diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma and is undergoing treatment. Both organizations have come together for a fun "FUZZ FOR FUNDS" contest of our beard growing Bakersfield Police Officers.

Resident complaints about the condition of the Campus Park South sump have led to maintenance project to restore the location to its 2014 condition.

The City of Bakersfield offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The City is offering its Holiday Grease Collection event to keep used cooking oil and grease from clogging drains and causing backups.

Please note the following changes to the trash collection schedule due to the holiday.

Wible Road will need to be closed as crews work to widen the westbound bridge over Highway 99.

Nighttime closure planned for Truxtun Avenue on November 26.

Lane closures on Highway 99 planned, as well as long-term closure of south side of the Stockdale Highway and Stine Road intersection.

Eligible Police Trainees will receive up to $3,000 bonuses for completing Academy and one year of service.

Music, food and Santa Claus will be featured at Third Annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at Centennial Plaza.

Employees donate more than 5,000 pounds of food for families in need.

Crews working near Mohawk Street ramps onto the Westside Parkway, as well as near Wible Road.

New homeless collaborative seeking an Executive Director to lead the non-profit.

Bakersfield staff visited 40 Prado, a low-barrier homeless shelter in San Luis Obispo County, to learn more about what operating a low-barrier shelter in Bakersfield will require.

Multiple roads to be closed for Annual Bakersfield Marathon on Sunday, November 17.

The City of Bakersfield offices will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday.

Details on lane and ramp closures, as well as detours as crews work to open the new freeway connector bridge.

Join the 10th Annual America Recycles Day and get rid of your recyclable items in one convenient location!

More than 80 local high school students participated in Teen City Government Day with the City of Bakersfield, learning about civil service and how the City operates on a daily basis.

The holiday season has arrived! November and December are the busiest months for retailers. Although holidays are seen as a time for giving, criminals view the holiday season as a time for taking.

The results are in for this annual run!

Christopher Boyle joins the City of Bakersfield as the new Development Services Director.

Ribbon cutting and grand opening held for new Belcourt Park, Bakersfield's 60th public park.

In an effort to address homelessness concerns in Bakersfield, the City has reached a purchase agreement in principle with Calcot Limited for 7.5 acres of property and office space in southeast Bakersfield to be used for a new homeless shelter.

Primary Municipal Election to be held in Bakersfield on March 3, 2020 for office of Mayor.

Massive $1.5 million replanting project across Bakersfield starts, answering request by residents for quality of life improvements.

Contractor will be installing part of the new Belle Terrace Bridge starting Monday, October 28, requiring nighttime lane closures.

See all that Bakersfield has to offer as we look for our next City Manager!

The City of Bakersfield has identified multiple locations that would fit the City's needs, but negotiations have not progressed enough for a final agreement to be in place by the Oct. 23 City Council meeting.

Two lanes on F Street will be closed during sewer line work this weekend, as well as part of 23rd Street. Read further for detour details.

Apply now for open positions with the City, or sign up for Job Notifications.

The City's Board of Zoning Adjustment unanimously approved plans to redesign Mission at Kern County facility.

Parts of Bakersfield affected by PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff event.

New positions open with the City of Bakersfield, including Economic Development Director.

City of Bakersfield grant money and matching total from Public Safety & Vital Services will go toward improvements at Kaiser Permanente Sports Village.

The City's new human waste cleanup service launches, providing Downtown, Old Town Kern a new way to combat homelessness issue.

Two new pilot programs approved by City Council to help address Bakersfield homelessness concerns.

City is still saving water even after conservation targets were removed and in spite of population growth.

Part of the Kern River Parkway Trail near the Westside Parkway on- and off-ramps at Truxtun Avenue will be closed due to construction work on the new bridge.

Road work expected to impact nighttime and daytime driving starting Monday, September 16.

Council directed City staff to find solutions to growing homelessness issues across Bakersfield.

Report encampments and illegal camping to Code Enforcement's seven-day a week Rapid Response Team through the Bakersfield Mobile App

The Bakersfield Fire Department hosted the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fire Station 15 on Buena Vista Road.

Nighttime lane closures next week are part of Phase 3 of the Centennial Corridor project.

Unique partnership between City, Kern County, other agencies and local businesses results in new looks for all.

Apple Pay can now be used to securely pay many of your bills at the City Treasury.

The Bakersfield City Council meeting set for Oct. 16, 2019 has been rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict.

The bike path near Allen Road and Enos Lane will be closed for three hours on Sept. 6 for mosquito abatement.

Mayor, City staff and others travel to Sacramento to talk about regional economic development activities with state leaders.

PG&E pipeline modernization work will impact traffic in Southwest and South Bakersfield starting next week.

The August 2019 edition of the Bakersfield Public Safety and Vital Services Measure newsletter is now available!

The Recreation and Parks Department is extending Spray Parks operations by two hours all three days of the weekend in honor of Labor Day!

The City of Bakersfield is recruiting for the following positions:

Beginning the week of August 12th, 2019, the City of Bakersfield will begin a project to reconstruct the roadways on South H Street from Pacheco Road to White Lane and Wible Road from White Lane to Planz Road.

The reconstruction of the roadway on Panama Lane from Mountain Vista Drive to Old River Road and Old River Road from Panama Lane to Gazelle Creek Lane has been extended and expected to be completed by August 14, 2009

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Beginning the week of July 18th, 2019, the City of Bakersfield will begin a project to reconstruct the roadway on District Boulevard from Gosford Road to Stine Road.

Beginning the week of July 8th, 2019, the City of Bakersfield will begin a project to reconstruct the roadway on Haley Street from Columbus Street to University Street.

City offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Trash services delayed one day.

The City of Bakersfield will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony at Jastro Park for the new Pickleball and Tennis Court Complex beginning at 8 a.m.

The annual July 4th Community Celebration returns to the Park at Riverwalk.

Ms. Kitchen previously served as Development Services Director and has been with the City since December 2014.

Proposed spending plan includes 43 new sworn police positions to reduce response times for emergency calls for service.

The City of Bakersfield is currently working on a Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Plan that will evaluate the City's roadways and intersections, identify and analyze various "hot spots" around the City, as well as provide some design recommendations for consideration.

Deadline: July 31, 2019

Please join us for our annual K-9 Trial, showcasing the skills of our police K-9 teams locally and from across the region. Proceeds benefit the Armed Forces Support Foundation. There will be fun for the whole family! See the attached flyer for further details on this event.

The Measure is a locally controlled one-cent sales tax measure that will provide approximately $58 million annually to the City of Bakersfield to address top community priorities including enhancing public safety, reducing homelessness and bolstering economic development activities. The Measure is effective April 1, 2019, within the City of Bakersfield.

If you know or have a child who is apart of a local scout troop, then this event is for them! We will have group tours every 30 minutes and demonstrations from our specialized units: SWAT, K9's & Bomb Squad.

A water main break caused a temporary closure to the facility.

City office and facility hours are altered for holidays.

During the weeks of Christmas and New Year holidays, all trash and recycling services within the City of Bakersfield will be delayed by one day following each holiday.

Residents are invited to dispose of their used cooking oil and grease at the City’s Holiday Grease Collection Event.

Street Closures begin 4:30 a.m. Sunday, November 18th

Please join us for the 4th annual car show and kids festival at the Bakersfield Police Activities League (BPAL), Cars & Kids!

For the second year in a row our local NBC affiliate, KGET-17, is partnering with the City of Bakersfield Animal Care Center for the national “Clear the Shelters” effort. The campaign officially began July 28th with reduced adoption fees leading up to the Clear the Shelters Day event on Saturday, August 18th from 8:00 a.m. –2:00 p.m. at 201 South Mt. Vernon Avenue.

In an emergency, dialing 911 is a call for help. But people with hearing loss or those who must remain quiet in a dangerous situation aren’t able to place a call safely or at all. Kern County Public Safety personnel have worked with stakeholders around Kern County in partnership with CalOES 9-1-1 branch to implement Text-to-911. All residents of Kern County are now able to use the service throughout the county and eventually throughout the state of California.

Summer means a break from school and a chance to take a vacation - unfortunately, summer also provides opportunities for criminal activity in our neighborhoods. You can decrease the chance of becoming a victim this summer by following these tips.

The Bakersfield Police Department is excited to announce that the recruitment for Lateral Police Officer is now open. To apply for this great career opportunity, please click on the "Read More" button below.

The 13,000 new streetlights will provide more direct and natural light to help improve public safety and lower the city’s energy costs. As a result of this project, Bakersfield will save more than $710,000 annually in energy costs.

NEW SUBMIT A TIP METHOD

The Bakersfield Police Department is offering a new method for sending anonymous tips and information via the internet. This new system will be accessible through a link on the Bakersfield Police Department homepage or by accessing www.p3tips.com.

The City of Bakersfield is estimated to receive $86 million over the next 10 years to fund much-needed street maintenance projects.

The City of Bakersfield will be hosting a community meeting to garner public input on the Draft Downtown Bakersfield Parking Study on Monday March 26^th, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Further details, including project area, are outlined in the accompanying press release.

City to receive $54 million to treat affected wells; Water customers will not be assessed previously approved increases in July 2018 and 2019.

There will be no trash pick up on Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2017 or New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2018.

City crews will be performing work on the Kern River Parkway Multi-Use Path from the Stockdale Highway undercrossing to the State Route 99 undercrossing.

11/27/2017 through 1/5/2018
The City of Bakersfield is providing residents a safe and environmentally friendly way to dispose of used cooking oil and grease.

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An estimated 2,000 runners will take to the streets of Bakersfield for the 2nd Annual Bakersfield Marathon on Sunday November 12th, street closures will occur throughout the City.

Vehicle burglaries, thefts from unsecured vehicles, and auto thefts are a problem for our city. Criminals are opportunists, and seek to victimize law abiding citizens anytime an opportunity presents itself. This is especially true when it comes to our vehicles.

The regional park in northeast Bakersfield becomes Tarina Homes Sports Complex at Mesa Marin.

Path closure from Allen Road to Enos Lane to be in effect on October 25th from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Users will now be able to report common types of code enforcement issues such as overgrown lawn or weeds, junk, trash and/or debris in a yard, abandoned furniture, algae in swimming pools and vehicles parked on a lawn.

Meeting is open to the general public and anyone interested in learning more about California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act

New application provides a visual, intuitive means of exploring and analyzing the City's operating and capital budgets.

Fireworks show starts at 9:15 p.m. tonight at the Park at River Walk!

The City of Bakersfield hereby announces its fiscal years 2016 through 2018 goal of 4.68% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) airport construction Contracts. The proposed goals and rationale is available for inspection between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at the City of Bakersfield, Annex Bldg, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301 for 30 days from the date of this publication.

Free event includes fireworks show and live entertainment.

Fireworks task forces will be active for July 4th holiday enforcement period

All work on this project is scheduled to be complete in August 2017.

New waterslides will be open for the first time to the public!

City offices closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Closure to allow for aerial mosquito spraying.

As part of establishing the upcoming DBE goals for Federal Fiscal Years (FFY) 2016/2017/2018, a public meeting will be held on May 31, 2017, at 3:00 PM in the Basement Conference Room at City Hall South, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, for the purpose of discussing potential opportunities for DBE participation in upcoming projects, gain input, and to answer questions.

A project to reconstruct the roadway on Wilson Road from Wible Road to South H Street will begin April 10, 2017.

A project to reconstruct the roadway on Gosford Road from White Lane to Pacheco Road will begin the week of April 10, 2017.

Path reopens from Allen Road to approximately one mile west after emergency repairs to an existing berm were completed.

Dynamic and exciting opportunity to lead the City's highly skilled, 38 member Technology Services team.

New Job Opportunities Available

Government Finance Officers Association recognizes City's Fiscal Year 2016-17 Adopted Budget Document.

Path reopened after repairs due to washout of a levee.

Multi-Use path was closed from just west of Coffee Road to the Truxtun Lakes area to the east due to emergency operations within the area.

Three meetings to be held to provide residents with an overview of sewer and utility relocations and the installation of new cul-de-sacs on various streets to be constructed with the future transportation corridor.

Statement from City Manager's Office Regarding the Passing of Councilmember Jeff Tkac

An underground utility line is damaged once every six minutes nationwide. A free call to 811 to have lines properly marked can help prevent dig ins and potentially catastrophic accidents.

Bakersfield Mobile App

The City of Bakersfield is improving citizen accessibility with its innovative Bakersfield mobile application.Using the application, users are able to report service-related issues, including damaged parks equipment, illegal dumping, graffiti, street lights, traffic signals, and potholes. Issues can be reported through photos, video, audio or e-mail messages.

See what City services and programs will be impacted due to the Christmas and New Year's holidays.

Ceremony held to recognize outgoing and incoming councilmembers.

Full street closures will occur in the area of 30th and M Streets to upgrade a railroad crossing.

Residents can pile leaves in City streets to be removed by City crews.

The Solid Waste Division contracts clients of the Bakersfield Homeless Center. Crews sort items at the composting facility and clean up litter on highways thanks to support from sponsors, and local and state agencies. Crew members are grateful for the opportunity to rebuild their lives.

Contractor preparing for the construction of a new bridge at Hosking and State Route 99. Stay up-to-date on all freeway projects by visiting www.Bakersfieldfreeways.us.