City Council - June 24th, 2026 3:30PM Meeting

The City Council of Bakersfield, CA, held a meeting on June 24th, 2026, which included a detailed presentation and discussion on the 2026 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) by Jay Schlloer, Executive Director of the Kern Council of Governments (Kern COG). The RTP outlines a 20-plus year plan for transportation projects in Kern County, including nearly $8 billion allocated for road maintenance and significant projects such as the rehabilitation of Highway 99 and improvements to the 58 and 99 corridors. Council members discussed specific local concerns, including the closure of the southbound 99 off-ramp at Stockdale Highway and the Westside Beltway project, with explanations provided about the long timelines and funding challenges associated with these large infrastructure projects. The council received the report and approved a motion to receive and file it. No contract awards or specific procurement actions were taken during this meeting, but the discussion highlighted ongoing capital improvement projects and funding allocations that will influence future procurement and construction activities in the region.