BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Supervisor Leticia Perez is seeking donations for Herbert Jackson, an 85-year-old man whose home was deemed unlivable because of water and power outages. Mr. Jackson purchased the home in 1950 for $6,000 right after he and his wife married. They raised their seven children in the house on Monticello Avenue in southeast Bakersfield. His wife has since passed away, and it is Mr. Jackson's wish is to remain in the house until his dying day.
Supervisor Perez has taken an active role providing direction and assistance to Mr. Jackson. With the help of AC Electric and numerous volunteers, work has begun on the dwelling to bring it to code. The Kern County Departments of Engineering, Surveying and Permit Services, Parks and Recreation, and Aging and Adult Services have been onsite to see that the house is brought to a livable standard in a timely manner.
All items in the sub-standard house have been discarded, and Mr. Jackson is in need of many necessary household items. Any persons wishing to donate items may bring them Tuesday to 505 Monticello Avenue in southeast Bakersfield between 10am - 4pm. Lunch will be provided to volunteers and donors from 12 - 1pm. Below is a list of everyday items needed for Mr. Jackson.
Large Items (gently used):
Dining Table
Dining Chairs
Sofa
End Table
Coffee Table
Floor Lamp
Bed/Mattress
Night Table
Dresser
Table Lamp
Washer
Dryer
Small Items:
Bed Sheets
Pillows
Pillow Cases
Comforters
Blankets
Bath Mat
Bath Towels
Hand Towels
Toilet Paper
Facial Tissue
Toilet Brush
Toilet Plunger
Shower Curtain
Wastebaskets
Microwave
Food Containers
Food Utensils
Flatware
Dinnerware
Cookware
Dish Rags/Towels
Laundry Detergent
Laundry Basket
Hamper
Broom
Dust Pan
Step Stool
Bucket
Mop
Garbage Can
Garbage Bags
Batteries
Flashlights
Extension Cords
Surge Protectors
Storage Boxes
Home Décor
If you are interested in donating any of these items, please contact Supervisor Perez's office at 868-3690.
Supervisor Perez has taken an active role providing direction and assistance to Mr. Jackson. With the help of AC Electric and numerous volunteers, work has begun on the dwelling to bring it to code. The Kern County Departments of Engineering, Surveying and Permit Services, Parks and Recreation, and Aging and Adult Services have been onsite to see that the house is brought to a livable standard in a timely manner.
All items in the sub-standard house have been discarded, and Mr. Jackson is in need of many necessary household items. Any persons wishing to donate items may bring them Tuesday to 505 Monticello Avenue in southeast Bakersfield between 10am - 4pm. Lunch will be provided to volunteers and donors from 12 - 1pm. Below is a list of everyday items needed for Mr. Jackson.
Large Items (gently used):
Dining Table
Dining Chairs
Sofa
End Table
Coffee Table
Floor Lamp
Bed/Mattress
Night Table
Dresser
Table Lamp
Washer
Dryer
Small Items:
Bed Sheets
Pillows
Pillow Cases
Comforters
Blankets
Bath Mat
Bath Towels
Hand Towels
Toilet Paper
Facial Tissue
Toilet Brush
Toilet Plunger
Shower Curtain
Wastebaskets
Microwave
Food Containers
Food Utensils
Flatware
Dinnerware
Cookware
Dish Rags/Towels
Laundry Detergent
Laundry Basket
Hamper
Broom
Dust Pan
Step Stool
Bucket
Mop
Garbage Can
Garbage Bags
Batteries
Flashlights
Extension Cords
Surge Protectors
Storage Boxes
Home Décor
If you are interested in donating any of these items, please contact Supervisor Perez's office at 868-3690.