Shafter approves in concept golf ordinance at meeting
Shafter Recreation and Park District board approved an in concept golfing ordinance to ban golf at the Shafter Sports Complex. Enforcement methods are undecided, with options including misdemeanor status or fines and possible jail time. The board will confer with the Shafter Police Department on enforcement. The board also approved an adult education program with classes 1 to 3 p.m. at the W.C. Walker Senior Center starting with the public school calendar.
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Shafter approves parking variance and hosts kids movie
Shafter Planning Commission approved a parking variance for a three unit apartment complex at South Shafter Avenue and East Ash Avenue. The city requires two onsite spaces per unit but the variance allows three spaces. Dennis Atkinson filed in May arguing the lot is not large enough. The decision deemed not materially detrimental to public health safety or nearby residents. Shafter Recreation and Park District will show All Dogs Go To Heaven at the Shafter Veteran's Hall today at 1 p.m. Admission is 1 per person. info from Alannah at 746-3303.
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Firefighter recruitment hurdles in Kern County
The piece outlines barriers for women and minorities in firefighting, noting a heavy informal mentor network and rising applicant numbers. It cites Kern County data from 1973 to 1983, with 543 applicants for five positions then 1,087 applicants later. Firefighter Ken Foster emphasizes service to the public, while Cagle and Gilbert Sotello discuss motives, including social reasons.
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Visions From 1a Reflects on VG Project and Community Impact
Clay Appleton praised the VG project as a feedback method for the city council and a potential model for Richland and other institutions. Linda Gragg noted parking lot work and a seasonal decor program while Mayor Cathy Prout admitted mixed feelings but confirmed VG goals are advancing daily. Shafter Police Chief Greg Greeson credited VG with supporting council orders and the Return to Custody facility, as McKinney commended Gaebler’s role and community acceptance.
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Richland
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Downtown Business Improvement Association
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Rent Rise Sparks Resident Meeting in Sierra Vista
Carson notes rumors of rent hikes to 200 or 225 dollars, with a $15 automatic increase after the new owner took over. Sierra Vista owner is open to discussion, rents range from 158 for a single space to 178 for a triple, utilities, Jacuzzi, pool, clubhouse and laundry available. Residents compare to Shady Lane at 150 with only laundry.
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Sierra Vista
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Shafter Job Faire Draws Large Turnout at City Hall
Police Chief Greg Greeson announced the July 7 job fair at Shafter City Hall was successful with more than 300 attendees. Organizers collected numerous applications for work at the Return to Custody facility and about 100 people arrived in the first 30 minutes. He said the event should help hire many Shafter residents.
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