Tag archive for ‘transportation’
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City Council rejects both proposed high speed rail routes
The City Council ducked a vote at Wednesday’s meeting to recommend a specific High Speed Rail route through downtown Bakersfield. Hundreds of Bakersfield High School supporters turned out to fight the proposed “blue route,” which would require demolition of historic buildings on campus.
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Public invited to free Energy and Clean Air Expo
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce hosts the fifth annual expo, which includes a trade show, test drives of hybrid vehicles, free e-waste recycling, green business awards, and keynote speeches on air pollution and greenhouse gas reduction.
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California gets $2.25 billion for high-speed rail
Bakersfield to Fresno segment is one of four sections of the California High-Speed Rail to be funded in part by federal stimulus grants.
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Our Father Garces, who art in a box
The statue that has stood the test of time now faces another test: the demolition and rebuilding of the Chester Avenue Bridge that crosses Garces Circle. The work is slated to begin Monday, Oct. 19.
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Good environmental news for Bakersfield
California High-Speed Rail takes its final step toward billions in federal stimulus dollars, and a local company is honored for its innovative approach to processing methane from dairy cow manure.
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California High-Speed Rail goes after billions in federal grants
The California High-Speed Rail Authority is applying for more than half of the $8 billion in federal stimulus money set aside specifically for high-speed rail projects across the country.
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New signal makes 24th Street safer to cross
The new traffic signal at the intersection of L and 24th streets mean vehicles no longer have to gun it to beat the traffic coming off of Highway 178.
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Introducing the Quality of Life section
Welcome to the Quality of Life section of Bakersfield Express. In this section we will post articles about topics that affect our quality of life here in Bakersfield. Issues may include traffic and transportation, urban growth, smart planning, health, the environment and education. We hope to provide a mix of independent, watchdog reporting on local leadership and decision making, as well as commentary by community members on issues that affect our lives.
