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    4 days ago
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    The City Council approved the $852.7 million Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City Budget, which includes significant allocations for public safety and infrastructure. Additionally, the City will host its annual Independence Day Celebration with a fireworks show at The Park at River Walk.
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    11 days ago
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    The City of Bakersfield has reported significant community engagement with over 16,000 pounds of trash collected at a recent large item drop-off event, part of its Clean City Initiative. Additionally, several upcoming events, including the Mobile Rec Summer Tour, have been scheduled.
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    18 days ago
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    The webpage now features details about the upcoming Independence Day celebration, including a free fireworks show at The Park at River Walk on July 4, 2025, with music by DJ Pantomime and various food vendors. Additionally, the previous announcement regarding the new chief of the Bakersfield Fire Department has been removed.
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    26 days ago
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    The Bakersfield Fire Department has appointed Kevin Albertson as the new Chief, effective June 2, 2025, following a nationwide search. This change highlights a significant leadership transition within the department, emphasizing Albertson's extensive experience and commitment to community service.
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    33 days ago
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    The web page now includes a traffic advisory for the temporary closure of Wible Road for bridge construction from June 11 to July 3, 2025, and an in-person workshop event on June 17, 2025. Notably, previous information about restroom projects at Jefferson and Stiern Parks has been removed.
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    40 days ago
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    Bakersfield's population has increased to over 419,000, making it the ninth-largest city in California, while significant information regarding a $22.8 million state grant for a new treatment facility has been removed from the page.
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