ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: October 8, 2025 AGENDA CATEGORY: Reports TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Zachary Meyer, Public Works Director
DATE: October 1, 2025
SUBJECT: School Safety and Multi-Modal Traffic Safety Progress Report
[Document Description]
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council receive and file report and presentations.
BACKGROUND:
City Council established t he Multi -Modal and Traffic Safety Committee to address growing concerns around transportation safety, accessibility, and sustainability within the community. As population density, development activity, and multimodal traffic volumes continue to rise, so does the need for a comprehensive, data-driven approach to traffic management and safety planning.
The committee brings together stakeholders from various departments, agencies, and community groups to ensure a coordinated and inclusive strate gy. Its scope encompasses all modes of transportation, including vehicular traffic, public transit, cycling, and walking. The committee also integrates Vision Zero principles to prioritize the reduction of traffic-related injuries and fatalities. Two stakeholders, who have been working with the City for improvements in these areas, are Blue Zones Project Bakersfield and the Bakersfield City School District . Both stakeholders have been present at committee meetings and all parties are working towards a stronger partnership in improving safety for students that walk and bike to school.
This report will be presented jointly by the City of Bakersfield staff, Chipman Junior High School staff and students, and other partners in the effort of Multi-modal Traffic Safety. This report will highlight possible solutions around Chipm an Junior High, potential programs and solutions in communicating pedestrian and bicycle safety, and an overview of multi-model related projects/accomplishments since the formation of the co mmittee. The committee remains committed to fostering a safe, connected, and equitable transportation network for all users.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no funding impact associated with this report; however, prior funding for Multi-Modal and Traffic Safety initiatives comes from various funding sources, including the Transportation Development Act Article 3, the Active Transportation Program, Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Program, General Fund, and Public Safety and Vital Services (PSVS) Fund.
COUNCIL GOAL:
Reliable Infrastructure
ATTACHMENTS:
None