Cathedral City City Council
March 26, 2025

CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Study Session 3:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
MAYOR
Nancy Ross

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem
Raymond Gregory
Councilmember
Rita Lamb
Councilmember
Ernesto Gutierrez
Councilmember
Mark Carnevale
STUDY SESSION 3:00PM
Normally no action is taken on Study Session Items, however, the City Council reserves the right to give specific policy direction and take specific action as necessary.

Presentations will be limited to 10 minutes unless other provisions are made in advance.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

AGENDA FINALIZATION
At this time the City Council may announce any items being pulled from the agenda or continued to another date.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items not appearing on the regular agenda. Because of restrictions contained in California Law, the City Council may not discuss or act on any item not on the agenda but may briefly respond to statements made or ask a question for clarification. The Mayor may also request a brief response from staff to questions raised during public 2 comment or may request a matter be agendized for a future meeting. Public Comment will be limited to three (3) minutes.

2. CLOSED SESSION
There are no Closed Session Items.

3. STUDY SESSION
A. City entryway monument size, cost and location discussion for City Council discussion, recommendations and direction.

Recommendation: For the City Council to review size and cost options for the agreed upon “Mountain Cathedrals” entryway sculpture monument replicas, discuss sizes particular to locations and funding of each monument placement.

B. Review Amendments Made to the 5-Year Strategic Plan at the January 25, 2025 City Council Strategic Plan Workshop
Recommendation: This item is for information, discussion and direction only. If the City Council agrees that staff has captured the updates sufficiently, the adoption of the amended plan is on the Consent Agenda later this evening for adoption.

RECESS
REGULAR MEETING - 5:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)

ROLL CALL

AGENDA FINALIZATION
At this time the City Council may announce any items being pulled from the agenda or continued to another date.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items not appearing on the regular agenda. Because of restrictions contained in California Law, the City Council may not discuss or act on any item not on the agenda but may briefly respond to statements made or ask a question for clarification. The Mayor may also request a brief response from staff to questions raised during public comment or may request a matter be agendized for a future meeting. Public Comment will be limited to three (3) minutes.

2. COUNCIL REPORTS
This is an opportunity for each member of the City Council to report on any conferences they attend, local events or make any other comments they may have.

3. CONSENT AGENDA
3 The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. They will be acted upon by the City Council at one time without discussion. Any Council Member, Staff Member, or Citizen may request removal of an item from the Consent Calendar for discussion.

A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
Recommendation: Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda.

B. Approval of the March 12, 2025, Study Session and Regular Council Meeting Minutes, the March 13, 2025, Special Joint City Council and Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council Meeting Minutes and the March 19, 2025, Special City Council Meeting Minutes.

Recommendation: Approve the March 12, 2025, Study Session and Regular Council Meeting Minutes, the March 13, 2025, Special Joint City Council and Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council Meeting Minutes and the March 19, 2025 Special City Council Meeting Minutes.

C. Check Demand - February
Recommendation: Receive and File
D. Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 9B: Varner Road Safety Improvements Project (C08751)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 9B, Varner Road Safety Improvements Project (C08751), as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Granite Construction Company, upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).

E. Adopt the Public Works Title VI Implementation Plan to Comply with Updated Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) Requirements.

Recommendation: To adopt the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan in compliance with Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures (LAPM) requirements; appoint the Public Works Director as the Title VI Coordinator; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the Public Works Nondiscrimination Policy Statement included in the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan.

F. AB1600 Development Impact Fee Funds Project Commitments Recommendation: To approve the AB1600 Development Impact Fee Project Commitments List.

G. Approve Amended Five-Year Strategic Plan
Recommendation: To approve the amended Five-Year Strategic Plan.

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4 5. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Recommendation: To receive the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and authorize its transmittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation.

B. Contract with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry Projects
Recommendation: To approve a contract with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC. (PMI) for $1,441,901.29 to supply and apply Rubber Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) on East Palm Canyon Drive (C08695), Assessment District (AD) 86-5 Neighborhood streets (C08696), Vista Chino Drive (C08697), and Date Palm Drive (C08698), including traffic control, crack seal, asphalt patchwork and striping replacement; and, approve a fifteen percent (15%) contingency in the amount of $217,098.71 for unforeseeable construction costs, making the total encumbrance $1,659,000.00; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the required contract documents; and, authorize the City Engineer to request bonds and insurance for the project, and issue the notice to proceed.

C. Approval of Funding from the Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE) Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Events Budget for a Second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic
Recommendation: To approve $3,000 from the Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE) Fiscal Year 2024-2025 PACE events budget to fund a portion of the second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic at the Cathedral City Library on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, and an additional thirty (30) large dogs at the Riverside County Animal Shelter.

D. Purchase of Three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT Trucks for the Facilities Division, Public Works Maintenance, and Environmental Division.

Recommendation: To authorize the purchase of three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT trucks for the Facilities, Public Works Maintenance, and Environmental Divisions, respectively, at a total cost of $194,655.69; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all required documents for purchase.

E. Replacement of Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in the Cathedral City Parking Structure
Recommendation: To authorize the replacement of the existing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with four (4) new Level 2 EV chargers in the Cathedral City parking structure in an amount not to exceed $14,800 and authorize the Director of Public Works to execute an operations and maintenance agreement with EV Range.
5 F. Sign Toppers for the Intersection of Channel Drive and Valley Vista Drive and the Intersection of Channel Drive and Carroll Drive.

Recommendation: Approve the installation of 2 sign toppers, each, for the intersection at Channel Drive and Valley Vista Drive and the intersection of Channel Drive and Carroll Drive at a total cost of $610.00 to be paid from City Council District Improvement Funds and authorize the waiver of the sign topper application fee and the staff report preparation fee.

6. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
This is an opportunity for members of the City Council to request that, and for the City Council to discuss whether, one or more items should be added to the agenda of a future regular or special City Council meeting. To comply with the Brown Act, discussion should be limited to whether to add the item(s), and direction given to the City Manager regarding scheduling and prioritization of the item(s).

7. CLOSED SESSION
There are no Closed Session Items.

ADJOURNMENT

NOTES TO THE PUBLIC
The City of Cathedral City complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 770-0322 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

If you desire to address the City Council during the meeting, please complete a Request to Speak Form available at the entrance and present it to the City Clerk. Speakers will be called upon at the appropriate time.

Written Comments will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Written comments may be submitted via email, letter, or other forms of written communication. To email comments please email to [email protected].

Hard copies of written comments and any other document will be provided to the City Council and made available for the general public to review. All written comments received by the submission deadline will be made part of the official record. The meeting minutes will include: The name of the individual submitting the comment and a brief statement summarizing the content of the comment.

Submitted Written Comments will not be read into the record during the meeting.

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.A
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: City Entryway Monuments
RECOMMENDATION:

To review size and cost options for the agreed upon “Mountain Cathedrals” entryway sculpture monument replicas, and discuss sizes particular to locations and funding of each monument placement.

BACKGROUND:

Entryway monuments are an important element in a city’s branding campaign, identifying the boundaries of a city and providing visitors with their first messaging on what the city is about.

One of the action items adopted under the city’s five-year strategic plan Goal B: Community Investment, was to develop an entryway, medians and lighting master plan to provide appealing gateways to the city.

At the September 24, 2024, City Council Study Session meeting, staff presented an overview of the report submitted by the City Entryway Monument Subcommittee of the Public Arts Commission (PAC) (Commissioners Craig Liebelt and former Commissioner Tom Rudolph).

The report included the overall PAC recommendations on the recommended monument item as well. This effort was initiated by, at that time, Mayor Pro Tem Ross. Mayor Pro Tem had approached PAC with the idea of creating a standardized entryway monument throughout the city in lieu of many of the art pieces that exist at the city gateways today. The idea of standardizing the city’s entryway monuments would provide a recognizable icon of the city, and without words, would provide the understanding that you were entering Cathedral City.

At the study session, staff made a presentation showing photos of each current entryway art piece location. After reviewing the information, staff presented and reviewed the PAC recommended alternatives, of which the Council accepted the PAC recommendation to use the “Mountain Cathedrals” sculpture located on Date Palm Drive south of Vista Chino as the basis for the standardized monument. Photos of “Mountain Cathedrals” is attached for reference.

Further into the discussion, the Council agreed that the original “Mountain Cathedrals” may be limited for use at other locations due to its large size and its high cost of reproduction. To support this discussion, staff had solicited initial cost estimates from fabricators for reproducing various scale sizes of the monument ¼ (25%), ½ (50%) and ¾ (75%) scales.

Estimated costs for these scaled down versions are as follows:
• ¼ (25%) size = +/- $60,000 to $77,000.
• ½ (50%) size = +/- $74,000 to $148,000.
• ¾ (75%) size = +/- $80,000 to $150,000 (staff estimated). • Full (100%) size = +/- $109,000 to $251,000.

To be able to gage a proposed reduced monument’s size, the City Council requested that staff provide “mockups” that would give the Council a visual reference of size and proportion of each reduced size monument. This ultimately would allow for a candid evaluation of what size monument and base could be constructed at a specific location.

The Council also discussed various funding resources, such as using Council District Funds, incremental funding placed within each fiscal year’s budget, or even adding monuments to upcoming roadway improvement projects where applicable. Additionally, the cost to relocate the existing entryway sculptures would have to be considered in the costs.

Lastly, it was mentioned that staff should determine the city’s ability to copy and/or reduce the size of the original sculpture, before completing the decision to use the “Mountain Cathedrals” as the city’s entryway monument template.

DISCUSSION:

After the above referenced Study Session, staff reviewed the original purchase agreement for the sculpture with the City Attorney. It was confirmed the city owned the sculpture outright including the associated copyrights and trademarks. Thus, the ability to duplicate “Mountain Cathedrals” is confirmed.

The question of “how large are the reduced size sculptures?” is being presented at this meeting to the City Council with mockups placed in the foyer of the Council Chambers. The mockups will reflect the three various scales of the original sculpture that were discussed in the September Study Session meeting. The ¼ (25%), ½ (50%), and ¾ (75%) scale versions of the original, with the respective proportioned base are on display.

With the size of the monuments question addressed, staff is looking for direction on ideas on how the City Council wants to proceed with this entryway program and how to fund it.

The city has several entryway points (gateways) that may or may not already have a sculpture or monument installed. Below is a list of the city’s true gateways from adjacent cities:

• East Palm Canyon Drive:
o West entry: west of Cree Road from Palm Springs (site under design and will be available).
o East entry: west of Sungate Way from Rancho Mirage (site available). • Gerald Ford Drive:
o East entry: west of Plumley Road from Rancho Mirage (site needs to be constructed).
• Dinah Shore Drive:
o West entry: west of Shifting Sands Trail from Palm Springs (site occupied). o East entry: west of Plumley Road from Rancho Mirage (several locations available).
• Ramon Road:
o West entry: at Landau Blvd from Palm Springs (site available). o East entry: at Da Vall Drive from Rancho Mirage (site occupied). • Vista Chino:
o West entry: east of Whitewater River Channel (site needs to be constructed). • Varner Road:
o West entry: east of Palm Drive (site needs to be constructed). o North entry: at Mountain View (site needs to be constructed). o East entry: at Bob Hope Drive (site needs to be constructed).

There are eleven true entry locations identified above, and maps of these locations are attached for reference. (This does not preclude the option to place monuments at intermediate locations along our roadways within the city).

Lastly, funding for the monuments will need to be determined. Currently the FY 2025-26 and 2026-27 budget review process in underway. As part of this process there may be options to provide funding for entryway monuments incrementally over several years through:
• Budgeted general funds.
• Council district funds.
• A capital improvement project(s) that will be improving a roadway within a gateway area.
• Art and/or other grant funding.
• A combination of the above.

In conclusion, staff is requesting City Council review the size and cost options for the agreed upon “Mountain Cathedrals” entryway sculpture monument replicas, discuss sizes particular to locations, funding for monument placements, and direction on the next steps they would like to see.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is currently no budget allocated for this project. If the City Council would like to proceed with monument installations, locations will need to be identified so that staff can determine the estimated costs. If directed and funding identified, there is opportunity for one or more entryway monument projects be included in the upcoming FY 2025-26 and/or 2026- 27 biennial budgets.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal B: Community Investment
Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed and maintained.

B-2: Develop an entryway, medians, and lighting master plan to provide appealing gateways to the city.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Mountains Cathedral Sculpture

2. Maps of City Entryway Locations

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.B
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: Anne V. Ambrose, Assistant City Manager
Title: Amendments Made to the 5-Year Strategic Plan at the January 25, 2025 City Council Strategic Plan Workshop
RECOMMENDATION:

This item is for information, discussion and direction only. If the City Council agrees that staff has captured the updates sufficiently, the adoption of the amended plan is on the Consent Agenda later this evening for adoption.

BACKGROUND:

The City Council, city staff and members of the public participated in a day long strategic planning session on Saturday January 25, 2025. During the strategic planning session, the Council reviewed progress made on the original five-year strategic plan developed and adopted in 2023 and revised and re-adopted in 2024. The Council has developed some revisions and additions to the plan.

DISCUSSION:

The five-year strategic plan serves as a significant and meaningful policy document which guides city staff and city commissions and committees throughout the year. City departments use the strategic plan to guide them as they develop individual departmental work plans for the year and as tasks and projects are assigned to city employees.

In advance of the staff and the City Council initiating the development of the biennial budget for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27, a joint strategic planning workshop was held on January 25, 2025 to review departmental accomplishments and to receive input from the City Council on objectives for the next budget cycle.

During the strategic planning workshop, the City Council identified a series of initiatives which have been incorporated into the strategic plan.

Goal A Serve the Community with Provide and Dedication
• Schedule once a year, joint meetings with our Commissions/Committees, perhaps using the “off” Wednesdays.
• Develop a Summer Council Schedule with the objective of one meeting per month in June, July and August.

Goal B Community Investment
• Continue to work on septic to sewer grant
o Make sure Sarah area is included and other Economic Development efforts. • Complete the design and seek funding to construct the downtown dog park and pickleball courts.
• Support SunLine’s efforts to develop an improved transit hub in Cathedral City. • Support a PACE Health Provider.
• Conduct site and cost analysis for our Community Recreation Center. o Considering location, users, transportation access and other relevant factors. • Complete planned flooding control infrastructure projects, especially as part of street improvement projects.
• Be vigilant in efforts to keep regional CVWD or RCFCD projects moving forward.

Goal C Fiscal Sustainability
• Develop inventory of contract services that are due for bid and request for proposals. • Explore and solicit public feedback on a potential charter amendment to include council salaries, term limits, and others.
• Continue to work on methods and programs to promote economic development north of I-10.

Goal D Innovation
• No new initiatives
Goal E Safety
• Research the ability to regulate the use of pedestrian sidewalks by E-bikes or other motorized vehicles.
• Schedule community meetings with Police in our mobile home gated communities and include a public health professional.
• Review our animal control contract and options.
• Renew and improve our event safety planning, protocols and standards: streets, garage, amphitheater, parks and others.
• Fire Department contact mobile home parks to reinforce state water accessibility requirements.

GOAL F Embracing Inclusive Community
• Explore options for shielding trash containers especially where backyard may not be accessible.
• Review and update, as needed, our ordinances, policies, and practices regarding cannabis.
• Review processes and economic development efforts to promote childcare accessibility in Cathedral City.
• Focus on the Economic Development Road Map and identified pillars of success. • Explore a grants program to businesses for façade improvements using Council improvement funds or other resources.
• Work with community partners and providers on a community health fair to help residents identify resources that are available.
• Explore an ordinance to prohibit on-street parking on street sweeping days. • Study ways to address bulky items placed out too soon. • Evaluate staffing in Code Compliance vs. workload and determine the needed fulltime employees’ level: use technology as available. • Develop methods to improve the quality and appearance of our community mailers.

For ease in updating, the plan has been reformatted with all completed tasks moved to a new section. The presented plan includes no tasks under each action. After the City Council readopts the plan, updates will be made and periodically reported back to the Council.

FISCAL IMPACT:

To the extent possible goals and objectives are being addressed within the adopted departmental budgets or will be planned in the upcoming budget.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

A-8 Implement the Strategic Plan by ensuring department work programs include initiatives which achieve Strategic Plan Actions and regularly review progress and accomplishments at City Manager Department Head Meetings.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Amended Strategic Plan

CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
Study Session 3:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the Study Session portion of the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Council Present:

Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember

AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no members of the public that wished to speak.

2. CLOSED SESSION
There are no Closed Session Items

3. STUDY SESSION
A. General Plan Annual Progress Report 2023-2024
Recommendation: To receive the 2023 and 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report for information and discussion.

Dominique Camps, Associate Planner, provided overview of the 2023/2024 Annual Progress Report for the General Plan. The following points were presented:
• Background and Purpose of the Report
• General Plan Elements
• Development Review and Examples
• Development Entitlements
• EnerGov
• Citizen Self Service Portal (CSS Portal)
• Development Code Update
• Active Transportation
o Esperanza Park
o Panorama Park Crosswalk
The City Council ask clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.

This item was a presentation only, there was no formal action taken by the City Council.

B. 2024 Crime Stats Update
Recommendation: For information and discussion only
Rick Sanchez, Deputy Police Chief, provided an overview of the 2024 Crime Stats for the City of Cathedral City. The following points were presented:
• 2024 NIBRS Crimes Against Persons
• 2024 NIBRS Property Crimes
• 2024 NIBRS Crimes Against Society
• Two Year Crime History – Persons
• Two Year Crime History – Property
• Two Year Crime History – Society
• Future Crime Reduction Strategies
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.

This item was a presentation only, there was no formal action taken by the City Council.

RECESS
The City Council recessed at 4:00 p.m.

REGULAR MEETING - 5:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez led the Pledge of Allegiance.

INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Councilmember Mark Carnevale offered the Invocation.

ROLL CALL
Council Present:

Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember

AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.

1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Rafael Soto presented the PJA Team Soccer Franchise and the Coachella Soccer Club, which is a semi-professional team in the Coachella Valley.

Maryellen Muir expressed her concern with the ongoing cannabis odor and the effects it is having.

Debbie Price expressed her concern with the ongoing cannabis odor and the effects it is having.

Janet Ream expressed her concern with the ongoing cannabis odor and the effects it is having.

Christine Anderson expressed her concern with the ongoing cannabis odor and the effects it is having.

Abraham Andrew Golt, stated that he lives in Tramview Mobile Home Park and reported an issue with golf balls flying onto his property.

Scott McDonald expressed his concern with the ongoing cannabis odor and the effects it is having.

Alan Carvalho thanked the City for the LGBT+ Days. He expressed his concern with the issues related to public safety and cannabis odor, and feels the City Council should protect their citizens.

The following comment was received for the record:

David Koslow requested that the City Council table all items related to the consideration of expenditures.

2. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Rita Lamb reported on the following:
• Her attendance at the Boys and Girls Club 1st Annual Breakfast • Her attendance at the ribbon cutting for Cat City Liquor • Her attendance at the LGBT+ Days events
• Her attendance at the Annual Diversity Day event hosted by AMVETS • Her attendance at Rio Vista Elementary School to read books to the kids • Her attendance at the Corvette Club meeting held at Jessup Auto Center Councilmember Mark Carnevale reported on the following:
• His meeting with Fire Chief Michael Contreras to discuss a recent fire • The upcoming meeting with the Fire Department at Date Palm Country Club • His participation in the Boys and Girls Club Golf Tournament Fundraiser • The information he passed along to the C4 facility
• His attendance at the Fire Department’s Badge Pinning Ceremony • His meeting with a developer regarding a new project in the City • The upcoming Joint Meeting with the City Council and the Tribe • The upcoming Zoning walking tour
• His TV interview related to Measure W
• He gave a shout out to the Communications and Events department for the LGBT+ Days
• His small business of the week was Taqueria Tortilla Factory Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez reported on the following:
• His participation in the Boys and Girls Club Golf Tournament fundraiser • The last and upcoming Special City Council Budget Workshop Meetings • His attendance at the LGBT+ Days events
• Ash Wednesday
• The upcoming Joint Meeting with the City Council and the Tribe • The upcoming Zoning Code Update meeting at the Cathedral City Senior Center • The upcoming Tastes and Sounds
• The upcoming St. Patrick's Day
Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory reported on the following:
• His participation in the painting of the Rainbow Crossing • His attendance at the last Tastes and Sounds
• His attendance at the LGBT+ Days events
• His attendance at the Riverside County Transportation Commission Meetings • His attendance at the City Selection Committee Meeting • The upcoming Joint Meeting with the City Council and the Tribe • The upcoming Butterfly Festival
• The upcoming Barone Art Exhibit display
• The upcoming Special City Council Budget Workshop meeting • The upcoming Tastes and Sounds
Mayor Nancy Ross reported on the following:
• Her attendance at the SunLine Transit Agency meeting
• Her attendance at multiple Coachella Valley Association of Governments meetings
• Her meeting with the Women’s Leadership Council
• Her attendance at the ribbon cutting for Cat City Liquor • Her efforts to help the Monarch Butterfly Species, which are endangered • Her attendance at the painting of the Rainbow Crossing event • Her attendance at Jury Duty
• The past two Special City Council Budget Workshop meetings • Her attendance at the LGBT+ Days events
• Her attendance at the Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast • Her attendance at the Mosquito and Vector Control Board meeting • Her attendance at the Fire Department’s Badge Pinning Ceremony • Her “Notes from Nancy” publication

3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
Recommendation: Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda M.O. 2025-29
B. Approval of the February 19, 2025, Special City Council Meeting, February 26, 2025 Study Session and Regular Council Meeting and March 5, Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommendation: Approve the February 19, 2025, Special City Council Meeting, February 26, 2025 Study Session and Regular Council Meeting and March 5, Special City Council Meeting Minutes.

M.O. 2025-30
C. Ratify Memorandum of Understanding Between the City and the Cathedral City Police Officer's Association (CCPOA)
Recommendation: To ratify the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Cathedral City (“City”) and the Cathedral City Police Officer’s Association (“CCPOA”) for the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.

M.O. 2025-31
D. Resolution Adopting an Updated City-Wide Salary Schedule Recommendation: To adopt a resolution approving a city-wide publicly available pay schedule in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Sections 570.5, 571, 571.1. This resolution will supersede all previous resolutions regarding job classifications and compensation levels to the extent they conflict with this new recommendation.

Reso 2025-03
E. Approval of a Participation Service Agreement with the County of Riverside Transportation Department for Da Vall Drive and 30th Avenue Slurry Seal Improvements
Recommendation: To approve a participation service agreement for the construction of the Da Vall Drive and 30th Avenue Slurry Seal Improvements project in the amount of $37,000 and, assign the County of Riverside Transportation Department as lead agency on behalf of the city; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

M.O. 2025-32
F. General Plan Annual Progress Report 2023-2024
Recommendation: To review and accept the 2023 and 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report for submittal to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation.

M.O. 2025-33
A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the Consent Agenda.

RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Community Development Block Grant FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan Introduction
Recommendation: To introduce the Community Development Block Grant FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for review, discussion, and direction.

Elizabeth Medina, Analyst, provided an overview of the 2025/2026 Annual Action Plan.

Mayor Nancy Ross opened the Public Hearing to receive public comments, seeing none, she closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council.

M.O. 2025-34
A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to accept the introduction of the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for FY 2025-2026.

RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

5. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. FY 25/26 Community Assistance Grant Process and Ad Hoc Committee Selection
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve proceeding with the FY 2025/2026 Community Assistance Grant Programs.

M.O. 2025-35
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve proceeding with the FY 2025/2026 Community Assistance Grant Programs.

RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

B. Increase in Authorized Staffing to Implement Measure W FY 2024/2025 Initial Staffing Requirements
Recommendation: To authorize an increase of eight FTE in the city’s authorized staffing schedule to allow the early hiring of up to six Firefighter Paramedics and two Public Safety Dispatchers to ensure Medic #4 is in service by July 1, 2025.

M.O. 2025-36
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve an increase of eight FTE in the city’s authorized staffing schedule to allow the early hiring of up to six Firefighter Paramedics and two Public Safety Dispatchers to ensure Medic #4 is in service by July 1, 2025.

RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Carnevale, Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

6. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There was no discussion on Future Agenda Items.

7. CLOSED SESSION
There are no Closed Session Items

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ross adjourned the March 12, 2025, Study Session and Regular Council Meeting at 7:04 p.m.

Nancy Ross, Mayor Tracey R. Hermosillo, City Clerk

CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
Special Meeting
Thursday, March 13, 2025
2:00 PM
City Hall
Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
MAYOR
Nancy Ross

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem
Raymond Gregory
Councilmember
Rita Lamb
Councilmember
Ernesto Gutierrez
Councilmember
Mark Carnevale

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the Special Joint Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Council Present:

Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Council Present:

Reid D. Milanovich, Chairman
Candace Patencio Anderson, Vice-Chairman
Savana R. Saubel, Secretary-Treasurer
John R. Preckwinkle III, Council Member
Virginia Siva Gillespie, Council Member
Council Absent:

None

1. AGENDA ITEMS
A. MEASURE W – CATHEDRAL CITY
Charles McClendon, Cathedral City City Manager, presented an update on Measure W.

He announced that the ½ Cent Transactions and Use Tax will be effective April 1, 2025, and will provide approximately $5 million annually to fund neighborhood street improvements, entry into the Desert Recreation District for programming and park maintenance, improved fire paramedic and ambulance services and a community recreation center. He noted that the Measure passed by 74% in the November election.

B. RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION GRANT – TRIBE
Robert Tucker, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tax Director, presented the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Restaurant Revitalization Grants. He noted that these grants are for taxpayer restaurants or bars located on the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation who pay the tribal food and beverage sales tax. He stated that this is an opportunity to fully develop and expand their partnerships with taxpayers to upgrade and grow their businesses. The inaugural Taxpayer Business Improvement Grant Fund offers up to $100,000 in grants for improvements to taxpayer restaurants or bars. Taxpayer restaurants or bars may be eligible for up to $20,000 in grant funds for improvements.

He also reported on two other grants that they offer:
• Restaurant Week Grant Fund: To encourage participation in local cities “Restaurant Week.” The fee for 2025 is $400 per participating establishment. • Vandalism Repair and Mitigation Fund: A fund of $25,000 is established to be disbursed in grants up to $2000 to taxpayers.

C. ZONING CODE UPDATE – CITY
Andrew Firestine, Cathedral City Community and Economic Development Director, provided an update on the Development Code. He noted that the existing Code is outdated, and often a barrier to development. He provided a timeline for the process of updating the Code and indicated that the following will be held:
• Current Phase: Public engagement and outreach/diagnosis • Stakeholder Interviews (mid-March)
• Community Open House #1 – March 13th
• Walking Tours – March 15th – 16th
• Citywide Survey and Digital Mapping Exercise
• Joint City Council/Planning Commission Workshop
• Drafting of Phase 1 (1 of 4 Phases)
• 18 to 24 Month Process
It is anticipated that the adoption will take place in Fall 2026.

D. TRIBAL COURT – TRIBE
John Plata, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Legal Counsel, provided information on the newly opened Tribal Court. He announced that it opened October 1, 2024. The Tribal Court is made up of seven staff members and exercises general civil jurisdiction over Indians and non-Indians who either reside on the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, transact business on the reservation, and/or have consented to tribal jurisdiction, or acted in a way that may bring them within the jurisdiction of the Tribe according to Tribal Law.

He provided the following example of cases:
• Contract Law
• Taxation Disputes
• Tort Liability Claims
• Unlawful Detainer
• Child Welfare
• Child Protection
• Guardianship
• Adoptions
• Tribal Customary Adoption
• Tribal Elder and Dependent Adult
Protection
• Foreign Judgements
• Civil Complaints/Civil Disputes
• Drafting Domestic Violence and
Harassment Protection Orders
E. HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE – CITY
Michael Contreras, Cathedral City Fire Chief, provided an update on the following:
• The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
• The Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
• Emergency Operations Training and Exercise Program
He stated that these projects aim to enhance the City’s preparedness, response, and mitigation capabilities in alignment with state and federal emergency management standards. He noted that all three of the projects remain on schedule and within scope. • The LHMP and EOP updates are progressing steadily, with drafts being delivered on time.
• The Training and Exercise Program will follow the near finalization of the EOP to ensure alignment with updated procedures and policies.
• Future updates will provide details on progress, timelines, and key milestones.

F. AGUA CALIENTE FUEL – TRIBE
Jeff Vatter, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Director of Economic Development, announced that an Agua Caliente Fuel Station is planned for the Tribe’s property at the northeast corner of East Palm Canyon and Monty Hall Drive. He reported that the proposed development includes the following:
• 24 fueling positions
• 6 fueling lanes with extended queuing
• 1,000 square foot attendant building.

The project is projected to open in Summer 2026.

He noted that the Tribe has an existing Agua Caliente Fuel location in Rancho Mirage, with a second location breaking ground soon in Palm Springs.

Ernesto Gutierrez, Cathedral City Councilmember, indicated that the City is hoping to open a new dog park on the property located on Buddy Rogers, formerly known as 2nd Street Dog Park.

Charles McClendon, Cathedral City City Manager, mentioned that the City does not have funding for the park at this time and will be seeking funding opportunities in the future.

Nancy Ross, Cathedral City Mayor, mentioned that she has seen casinos in other areas provide parking for motor homes. She questioned if the Tribe will be considering having motor home parking at their location in Cathedral City.

Reid D. Milanovich, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Chairman, responded that they don’t have any plans for their property surrounding the casino, so anything could be on the table for discussion at this location.

Mark Carnevale, Cathedral City Councilmember, questioned if the Big Lots property belonged to the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribe.

Jeff Vatter, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Director of Economic Development, responded that the property he is talking about is allotted land and does not belong to the Tribe. He indicated that there is currently a master lease on this property that is being renegotiated at this time, until they are successful with the negotiation, it is unsure what will happen with that property.

Mark Carnevale, Cathedral City Councilmember, expressed his appreciation for the casino in Cathedral City and how proud he is that it is in Cathedral City.

Ernesto Gutierrez, Cathedral City Councilmember, questioned how the casino is performing in Cathedral City.

Reid D. Milanovich, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Chairman, responded that the casino in Cathedral City is doing very well, they are pleased and proud of how strong the casino is and look forward to future opportunities in the City. He noted that the building was designed for expansion should they decide to do so in the future.

Reid D. Milanovich, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Chairman, thanked the Council and Staff for putting together the joint meeting. He feels that there is a benefit to the two councils coming together and having a good relationship. He feels that it is important for the communities to see the City and the Tribe working together for the betterment of everyone and he would like to continue to have these joint meetings, at least once a year.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nancy Ross adjourned the Special Joint Meeting at 4:48 p.m.

Nancy Ross, Mayor Tracey R. Hermosillo, City Clerk

CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
Special Meeting
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
2:00 PM
City Hall
Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
MAYOR
Nancy Ross

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem
Raymond Gregory
Councilmember
Rita Lamb
Councilmember
Ernesto Gutierrez
Councilmember
Mark Carnevale

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Council Present:

Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember

AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.

1. AGENDA ITEM
A. Staffing Review of the Police Department
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion, and direction only
Police Chief George Crum provided an overview of the Police Department’s staffing, the proposed budget reductions/additions for the next biennial budget, and the department’s accomplishments and goals.

The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.

This item was a presentation only and there was no formal action taken by the City Council.

Mayor Nancy Ross had Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory take over the meeting at 2:41 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Gregory asked for public comments, there being none, he adjourned the meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Pro Tem Gregory adjourned the meeting at 2:42 p.m.

Nancy Ross, Mayor Tracey R. Hermosillo, City Clerk
Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.C
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: Kevin Biersack, Financial Services Director
Title: Check Demand - February
RECOMMENDATION:

The City Council acting in its capacity for the City, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Successor Agency and the Cathedral City Public Finance Authority Board receive and file payment of claims and demands in the aggregate sum of $9,900,775.47 for the month of February 2025.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that in my judgment these demands were legally and owing by the City and/or the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Successor Agency and the Cathedral City Public Finance Authority and the funds were available for payment thereof, and in all other respects, the demands conform to the criteria set for the in section 3.16.050 of the Cathedral City Municipal Code.

Kevin Biersack, Financial Services Director
ATTACHMENTS:

Demand Register Report – February 2025

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.D
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 9B: Varner Road Safety Improvements Project (C08751)
RECOMMENDATION:

To accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 9B, Varner Road Safety Improvements Project (C08751), as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Granite Construction Company, upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).

BACKGROUND:

On April 24, 2024, the City Council approved the agreement with Willdan Engineering (Willdan) to perform construction engineering services for the HSIP Cycle 9B Varner Road Safety Improvements Project.

On September 11, 2024, the City Council approved a construction contract with Granite Construction Company (Granite), in the amount of $743,000 with a fifteen percent (15%) contingency in the amount of $111,450 for unforeseen construction costs, thereby making the total encumbrance $854,450.

The project consisted of the installation of centerline rumble strips, flashing stop signs and guardrail along Varner Road. The project area was along Varner Road from Mountain View Road to approximately 1 mile east of Date Palm Drive.

DISCUSSION:

Construction started on November 18, 2024, and was completed on February 24, 2025.

Willdan and city staff reviewed and inspected the improvements and found the project was built in accordance with all contract requirements and therefore recommend the City Council accept the project as complete.

City Council acceptance is required to approve the project’s final contract amount and release retention funds. Retention funds are monies earned by the contractor withheld from progress payments pending satisfactory completion and final acceptance of the project.

Additionally, City Council acceptance of the project requires an NOC be filed with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office. The NOC is a written notice issued by the owner of the project, or their agent, to notify concerned parties that all work on the project has been completed. This notice also sets a period of thirty-five (35) days from the date the NOC is filed, within which concerned parties may exercise their lien rights against one another. Once the thirty-five-day period has expired, and provided no claims or liens are received, the city can release retention funds to the contractor.

City staff recommends the City Council to accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 9B, Varner Road Safety Improvements Project (C08751), as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Granite Construction Company, upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impact of the construction contract with Granite Construction Company is as follows:

Authorized Construction Funding

FISCAL YEAR DESCRIPTION GENERAL LEDGER

ACCOUNT CODES

PROJECT

CODE AMOUNT

ONE TIME
or

ONGOING
2024-2025 HSIP 9B Fund 331-100-150-156-
8800-8802 C08751 $780,785 ONE TIME
2024-2025 Measure A Funds 243-100-150-156-
8800-8802 C08751 $ 73,665 ONE TIME
Total $854,450
Final Construction Cost
The final construction expenditures with Granite Construction Company were in the amount of $811,771.94, which includes change orders in the amount of $68,771.94.

The total final contract cost is summarized below:

Base Contract Amount $743,000.00
Change Orders $68,771.94
Final Construction Cost $811,771.94
The final invoice (5% retention) in the amount of $40,588.60 will be released to Granite Construction Company, thirty-five (35) days from the date that the NOC is filed should there be no claims or discrepancies in the work completed.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

GOAL B: COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other city infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed, and maintained.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Notice of Completion - Granite Construction Company

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.E
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Adopt the Public Works Title VI Implementation Plan to Comply with Updated Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) Requirements.

RECOMMENDATION:

To adopt the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan in compliance with Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures (LAPM) requirements; appoint the Public Works Director as the Title VI Coordinator; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the Public Works Nondiscrimination Policy Statement included in the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan.

BACKGROUND:

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provides that no person in the United States on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. Title VI prohibits recipients of federal funding, either directly or through subcontracts, from these forms of discrimination.

In November 2024, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) issued Office Bulletin #24-06, which was subsequently incorporated into Chapter 9 of the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) in January 2025. The changes outlined in this bulletin reflect updated procedures and guidelines that are now integral to the processes described within the LAPM. Bulletin #24-06 is attached to this staff report.

The updates to LAPM Sections 9.1 and 9.2 are designed to assist local public agencies (LPAs) in better developing their Title VI Programs to ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations. These updates require LPAs to either develop or re-evaluate their Title VI program, providing clearer guidance on the necessary steps to achieve and maintain compliance. Additionally, the newly introduced Section 9.2.6 of the LAPM outlines the required documents and reports that LPAs must adhere to. One key requirement is the completion of the Title VI program assessment online form, which must be submitted biennially to ensure ongoing compliance.

DISCUSSION:

As a recipient of federal aid, the Public Works Department is required by Caltrans to develop and implement a program that clearly defines roles, responsibilities, and procedures to ensure compliance with Title VI and related statutes. This program guarantees that no individual is excluded from or denied the benefits of Public Works programs and activities based on race, color, national origin, or any other category protected by State or Federal law.

The Public Works Department Title VI implementation plan outlines the key components of the Title VI program and provides the necessary policy direction to ensure ongoing compliance with Title VI requirements.

Title VI Program Requirements:
• Develop a Title VI Implementation Plan, to be updated annually o Includes appointing a Title VI Coordinator
• Schedule Title VI Training for Public Works staff (required every 2 years) • Update Title VI/Nondiscrimination Policy Statement annually • Complete a Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Assessment annually • Prepare a Language Access Plan (LAP)
• Implement public dissemination of Title VI Information o Public program website
o Notices to the Public
• Develop Title VI Complaint Procedures
• Develop a Title VI Complaint Form
• Prepare a Title VI Accomplishment and Goals Report
• Submit the Title VI Program Assessment Online Form every two years Further details on how the Public Works Department will implement the program requirements outlined above are included in the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan, which is attached to this staff report. Additionally, a dedicated webpage on the Cathedral City website has been drafted and will be published upon the adoption of this Implementation Plan. The webpage will feature program details, including key information and contact details as specified in the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan.

The Title VI Program Assessment Online Form must be submitted to Caltrans by March 31, 2025, in accordance with the updated timeline provided to the city by Caltrans Division of Local Assistance on January 24, 2025. The questions in this assessment are designed to assess compliance with Title VI and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)’s Title VI Program requirements, as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (23 CFR Part 200).

Caltrans will utilize this assessment tool to evaluate the LPAs compliance with Title VI regulations. Successfully completing this assessment is essential to ensure compliance with FHWA regulations and maintain eligibility for federal funding.

The City of Cathedral City has established a Title VI compliance policy under Section 204 of the Personnel Rules Handbook. This policy includes guidelines for complaint procedures, training requirements, policies and procedures, and necessary documentation. While these anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies align substantially with the Public Works Title VI Implementation Plan and Program outlined in this staff report, the Public Works Department proposes adopting a department-specific Title VI Implementation Plan and formal Public Works Title VI Program. This proposal aims to better align with the enhanced requirements set by Caltrans and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), ensuring continued eligibility for federal funding for department-specific programs and activities.

Staff is recommending that City Council adopt the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan in compliance with Caltrans LAPM requirements; appoint the Public Works Director as the Title VI Coordinator; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the Public Works Nondiscrimination Policy Statement included in the Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the Public Works Title VI Implementation Plan or the development of a formal Public Works Title VI Program. The adoption of this Plan and Program ensures compliance with Caltrans requirements and maintains eligibility for federal funding for Public Works programs and activities.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal A: Serve the Community with Pride and Dedication
Objective: Through diversity, equity, and inclusion driven employee programs and experiences, Cathedral City is the employer of choice with a workforce that is engaged, motivated, and respected public stewards.

ATTACHMENTS:
1- Caltrans Office Bulletin 24-06
2- Public Works Department Title VI Implementation Plan

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.F
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: Kevin Biersack, Financial Services Director
Title: AB1600 Development Impact Fee Funds Project Commitments RECOMMENDATION:

To approve the AB1600 Development Impact Fee Project Commitments List.

BACKGROUND:

Development Impact Fees are one-time fees charged to new development. These fees are intended to pay for backbone infrastructure and capital facilities required to serve the new developments and new residents. They must be accounted for, set aside, and saved until the municipality has the required funding to build the facilities needed. Municipalities are prohibited from using these fees to fund ongoing operations, maintenance, and/or make up for existing service deficiencies.

City staff issued a DIF Request For Proposal (RFP). After receiving and reviewing multiple qualified responses, the City selected the Clearsource Financial/Harris & Associates team (Harris). Work on updating the AB1600 DIF schedule began in 2022.

During the June 28, 2023, Study Session, Council reviewed the first draft of the AB1600 Fee Justification Nexus Study. Harris provided a detailed overview of the Nexus Study, contrasting allowable new development impact fees with current fees and comparing proposed development impact fees with fees charged by surrounding jurisdictions. The Nexus Study was sent to the Desert Valley Builder’s Association (DVBA) Building Industry Association, Southern California Edison, and Southern California Gas. The DVBA provided two comment letters and the Nexus Study was modified to address their concerns.

This study analyzed the following fees to provide these new categories:
• Parks,
• Transportation,
• General Government Facilities
• Fire Facilities, and
• Police Facilities.

During the August 9, 2023 Study Session meeting, City Council directed staff to, after analyzing and addressing stakeholder concerns, prepare the Nexus Study for Council adoption.

In the September 27, 2023 Council meeting, City staff implemented the recommended fees on all qualified new development beginning January 1, 2024.

During the May 22, 2024 City Council meeting, City staff presented the AB 1600 restructured DIF Funds for review and approval.

During the February 26, 2025 City Council meeting, City Staff presented the AB 1600 consolidated/revised project commitments list for review and discussion.

DISCUSSION:

Updated Project Commitments
Projects are identified in the annual AB1600 report provided to City Council. Over the years, city projects have been committed using some (or all) AB1600 funding. These projects have various commitment dates, with the earliest being FY 1989/1990. Please see the attached updated project commitments spreadsheet.

Available Fund Balance
As of June 30, 2024, the table below shows the funds and balance available:

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

The restructuring of the updated DIF studies supports the following strategic plan goals:

GOAL B: COMMUNITY INVESTMENT Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other city infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed, and maintained.

GOAL C: FISCAL STABILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY Objective: Cathedral City has economically prospered by facilitating the investment of private dollars in high-quality development which benefits the community. We remain financially solvent by instituting prudent fiscal policies and transparent financial practices.

Action C-9 Complete and adopt the Development Impact Fee Study ATTACHMENTS:

1. AB1600 Project Commitments list

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 3.G
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: Anne V. Ambrose, Assistant City Manager
Title: Amended Five-Year Strategic Plan
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve the amended five-year Strategic Plan.

BACKGROUND:

Earlier this evening, the City Council reviewed changes proposed to the five-year Strategic Plan made during the January 25, 2025 workshop held between the City Council and staff.

DISCUSSION:

During the strategic planning workshop, the City Council identified a series of initiatives which have been incorporated into the strategic plan.

Goal A Serve the Community with Provide and Dedication

• Schedule once a year, joint meetings with our Commissions/Committees, perhaps using the “off” Wednesdays.
• Develop a summer Council schedule with the objective of one meeting per month in June, July and August.

Goal B Community Investment
• Continue to work on septic to sewer grant
o Make sure Sarah area is included and other Economic Development efforts. • Complete the design and seek funding to construct the downtown dog park and pickleball courts.
• Support SunLine’s efforts to develop an improved transit hub in Cathedral City. • Support a PACE healthcare provider.
• Conduct site and cost analysis for our community recreation center. o Considering location, users, transportation access and other relevant factors. • Complete planned flooding control infrastructure projects, especially as part of street improvement projects.
• Be vigilant in efforts to keep regional CVWD or RCFCD projects moving forward.

Goal C Fiscal Sustainability
• Develop inventory of contract services due for bid and request for proposals. • Explore and solicit public feedback on a potential charter amendment to include Council salaries, term limits, and others.
• Continue to work on methods and programs to promote economic development north of I-10.

Goal D Innovation
• No new initiatives
Goal E Safety
• Research the ability to regulate the use of pedestrian sidewalks by E-bikes or other motorized vehicles.
• Schedule community meetings with Police in our mobile home gated communities and include a public health professional.
• Review our animal control contract and options.
• Renew and improve our event safety planning, protocols and standards: streets, garage, amphitheater, parks and others.
• Fire Department contact mobile home parks to reinforce state water accessibility requirements.

GOAL F Embracing Inclusive Community
• Explore options for shielding trash containers especially where backyard may not be accessible.
• Review and update, as needed, our ordinances, policies, and practices regarding cannabis.
• Review processes and economic development efforts to promote childcare accessibility in Cathedral City.
• Focus on the Economic Development Road Map and identified pillars of success. • Explore a grants program to businesses for façade improvements using Council improvement funds or other resources.
• Work with community partners and providers on a community health fair to help residents identify resources that are available.
• Explore an ordinance to prohibit on-street parking on street sweeping days. • Study ways to address bulky items placed out too soon. • Evaluate staffing in Code Compliance vs. workload and determine the needed fulltime employees’ level: use technology as available. • Develop methods to improve the quality and appearance of our community mailers.

For ease in updating, the plan has been reformatted with all completed tasks moved to a new section. The presented plan includes no tasks under each action. After the City Council readopts the plan, updates will be made and periodically reported back to the Council.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Initiatives will be considered as part of the FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 budget.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal A – Serve the Community with Pride and Dedication
Goal B – Community Investment
Goal C – Fiscal Stability and Sustainability
Goal D – Innovation
Goal E – Safety
Goal F – Embracing, Inclusive Community
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Amended Strategic Plan

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.A
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: Andrew Firestine. Director of Community and Economic Development Title: 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
RECOMMENDATION:

To receive the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and authorize its transmittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation.

BACKGROUND:

In accordance with Government Code 65400, all cities are required to prepare an annual progress report (APR) on the status and implementation of the Housing Element of the General Plan using forms adopted by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

On June 28, 2023, the City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2023-21 adopting the Housing Element Update for the 2021-2029 planning period. As shown below, the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) allocated 2,549 housing units to Cathedral City through the RHNA process for the 2021-2029 Planning Period:

Regional Housing Needs Allocation 2021-2029
Income Category Units Allocated
Extremely Low Income 270
Very Low Income (<50% AMI) 270
Low Income (50-50% AMI) 353
Moderate Income (81-120% AMI) 457
Above Moderate Income (>120% of AMI) 1,199
Total Units 2,549
AMI = area median income. Riverside County median income = $75,300 This APR evaluates implementation of the 2021-2029 Housing Element programs as well as progress on housing production made during the previous calendar year (January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024) towards meeting the RHNA. The APR is due annually by April1. The 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report is included as Attachment 1.

Separately, under the dissolution of redevelopment, housing successor agencies have an annual reporting obligation under California Health and Safety Code Section 34176.1(f) for the expenditure of its remaining Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) for the development of affordable housing. The Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 is provided for reference as Attachment 2. City-owned surplus lands are also reported in Table H of Attachment 1.

DISCUSSION:

The APR tracks the production of housing units by the number of entitlements approved, as well as the number of building permits issued and completed. These entitlements and building permits include applications submitted in 2024 as well as applications submitted in previous years but not approved until 2024. In 2024, the City approved entitlements and permits for single family dwellings, multi-family dwellings, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

As shown in the table below, in 2024 a total of 1,057 units were entitled, building permits were issued for 104 units, and building permits were completed for 54 units.

Summary of Housing Entitlements and Building Permits in 2024 Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single Family Attached 0 0 0
Single Family Detached 459 63 48
2 to 4 Unit Structures 0 12 3
5+ Unit Structures 598 36 0
Accessory Dwelling Units 0 12 3
TOTAL 1,057 123 54
Building Permits Issued for Housing
While applications, building permits issued, entitlements approved, and completed units are all tracked in the APR, only issued building permits are used to track fulfillment of the RHNA.

Of the 123 building permits issued in 2024:
• 2.4% (3 units) are assumed to be affordable for extremely low- and very low-income households.
• 3.3% (4 units) are assumed to be affordable for low-income households. • 3.3% (4 units) are assumed to be affordable for moderate income households. • 91.0% (112 units) are assumed to be affordable for above moderate-income households.

None of the building permits issued in 2024 were subject to deed restrictions for affordability.

In absence of available data regarding rent or sale price for these permits units, all single and multi-family units were conservatively assumed to be market rate and affordable to households with above moderate incomes (120%+ of area median income). The 11 units categorized as extremely low-, very low-, low- or moderate income were issued for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

Accessory Dwelling Units
In 2024, 12 building permits were issued for ADUs. None of these units were subject to deed restrictions.

As part of the City’s transition to online permitting, a field was added to the building permit application for new ADUs requesting the anticipated rent rate. This updated permit application was launched in July 2024, and therefore rent data was not available for all building permits issued for ADUs in 2024. Where this data was not collected, the affordability of ADUs was determined proportionally, consistent with the methodology used for the 2023 Housing Element APR, based on a study prepared by SCAG.1 Based on these assumptions for ADU affordability, the table below provides a summary of the number of building permits issued in 2024 relative to the RHNA.

Building Permits Issued in 2024 by Affordability
Income Category 2024 RHNA
Extremely Low Income 2 270
Very Low Income 1 270
Low Income 4 353
Moderate Income 4 457
Above Moderate Income 112 1,199
Total Units 123 2,549
6 th Cycle RHNA Progress
The 2024 APR measures progress towards the RHNA on the fourth year (January 1 to December 31, 2024) of the 2021-2029 planning period. The table below summarizes the total number of building permits approved over the first four years of the current planning period, for each level of affordability, relative to the number of units allocated for the 6th Cycle RHNA.

Building Permits Issued 2021-2024
6 th Cycle RHNA (2021-2029)
Income Category RHNA Building Permits Issued
2021 2022 2023 2024 Total to
Date
RHNA
Remaining
Needed
Extremely Low
Income
270 - - 4 2 6 264
Very Low Income 270 - - 2 1 3 267
Low Income 353 12 13 10 4 39 314
Moderate Income 457 - 6 10 4 20 437
Above Moderate
Income
1,199 46 48 107 112 313 886
Total Units 2,549 58 67 133 123 381 2,168
RHNA Progress Relative to Other Jurisdictions
As an indicator about Cathedral City’s progress in meeting the 6th Cycle RHNA, the below 1 This study made the following findings for the affordability of ADUs in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties:
15% of ADUs are affordable for extremely low-income households, 7.7% of ADUs are affordable for very lowincome households, 34.8% of ADUs are affordable for low-income households, 34.8% of ADUs are affordable for moderate income households, and 7.7% of ADUs are affordable for above moderate-income households.

These percentages were used as the basis for classifying ADU affordability level.

Source: SCAG Regional Accessory Dwelling Unit Affordability Analysis, https://scag.ca.gov/sites/main/files/fileattachments/adu_affordability_analysis_120120v2.pdf?1606868527 (accessed March 2025). table compares the City’s progress with neighboring cities in the Coachella Valley. Each jurisdiction has a different RHNA target. Therefore, as a percentage, the below table provides housing production (building permits issued 2021-2023) relative to the number of units required by the RHNA allocation for each income category. Detailed tables showing the number of building permits issued in each jurisdiction are provided in Attachment 3.

Based on this measure, Cathedral City has overall made more progress towards its 6th Cycle RHNA than Desert Hot Springs or Coachella, but less progress than Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and Indio. It should be noted that while several cities have made significant progress towards meeting RHNA targets for above moderate-income units, housing production is generally falling behind for units affordable to extremely low-, very low, low-, and moderate-income households.

RHNA Progress in Coachella Valley Cities
Percent of 6th Cycle RHNA Complete (as of 2023 Housing Element APR) Income Category Percent of RHNA Complete*
Cathedral
City

DHS RM PD IW LQ I C
Extremely Low Income 2% -- 0% -- 0% 0% 0%
Very Low Income 1% 0% 0% 63% 2% 0% 13% 4%
Low Income 11% 0% 0% 45% 4% 0% 15% 14%
Moderate Income 4% 38% 0% 13% 3% 1% 0% 7%
Above Moderate
Income
26% 3% 63% 80% 100% 100% 31% 7%
Total Units 15% 8% 22% 59% 28% 59% 17% 7%
*Based Total Units to Date for 2021-2023 relative to RHNA Allocation by Income Level, as reported in each city’s 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No impact.

FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

GOAL F – EMBRACING, INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
Objective: Cathedral City is valued and respected as a community that welcomes and embraces diversity, has an abundance of high quality and affordable housing options and vibrant businesses. Our neighborhoods are attractive, well-maintained, and issues surrounding homelessness have been compassionately addressed with thoughtful, coordinated, and collaborative programs.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment 1: Housing Element Annual Progress Report 2024 Attachment 2: Cathedral City Housing Successor Annual Report FY 23-24 Attachment 3: RHNA Progress in Coachella Valley Cities

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.B
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Contract with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry Projects
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve a contract with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC. (PMI) for $1,441,901.29 to supply and apply Rubber Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) on East Palm Canyon Drive (C08695), Assessment District (AD) 86-5 Neighborhood streets (C08696), Vista Chino Drive (C08697), and Date Palm Drive (C08698), including traffic control, crack seal, asphalt patchwork and striping replacement; and, approve a fifteen percent (15%) contingency in the amount of $217,098.71 for unforeseeable construction costs, making the total encumbrance $1,659,000.00; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the required contract documents; and, authorize the City Engineer to request bonds and insurance for the project, and issue the notice to proceed.

BACKGROUND:

Since 2015, the City of Cathedral City has used REAS as the primary pavement maintenance surface treatment to preserve the asphalt on public streets because of its durability and longevity. The city utilizes REAS every five to seven years to preserve streets and to prolong street life until a complete street reconstruction is necessary.

Additionally, REAS is a proven treatment preservation method embraced by large and small cities in the west. As a result of this widely used product supplied by PMI, the City of Cathedral City and other cities in the Coachella Valley can “piggyback” on PMI’s REAS central mix contract prices with the City of Los Angeles. By piggybacking, the city receives the same unit price per gallon for PMI’s material and equipment as the City of Los Angeles; thereby providing significant savings for Cathedral City.

DISCUSSION:

Staff are proposing to apply REAS to the following streets:
• East Palm Canyon Drive REAS Project (C08695)
• Assessment District 86-5 Neighborhood Streets REAS Project (C08696) • Vista Chino Drive REAS Project (C08697)
• Date Palm Drive REAS Project (C08698)
Maps of the above-cited selected streets and assessment district area are attached to this staff report and discussed further below.

East Palm Canyon Drive REAS Project (C08695)
The scope of work for the East Palm Canyon Drive REAS project will include the application of Type II REAS on East Palm Canyon Drive from the western city limits to Cathedral Canyon Drive. Crack sealing treatment will precede the REAS applications, and the street striping and marking will occur after the REAS work.

Note that the East Palm Canyon Drive REAS project will exclude the following street segments:
• East Palm Canyon Drive between Perez Road and Auto Park Drive which was included in the East Palm Canyon Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project (C08669) and completed on December 6, 2023.
• East Palm Canyon Drive between Canyon Plaza and Canyon Plaza/El Dorado which is included in the East Palm Canyon Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project (C08694) and was awarded for construction to Vance Corporation on February 26, 2025. • Eastbound East Palm Canyon Drive between western city limits and 200 feet west of Canyon Plaza Drive which is included in the East Palm Canyon Drive Widening and Master Underground Plan (C08874) and scheduled to start construction toward the end of 2025.

Assessment District 86-5 Neighborhood Streets REAS Project (C08696) The scope of work in the Assessment District 86-5 Neighborhood Streets project will include the application of Type II REAS on seven streets within AD 86-5. The selected streets are:
• Aliso Road from Cul de Sac to San Eljay Avenue
• San Helena Avenue from Cul de Sac to San Eljay Avenue • San Susanna Avenue from Cul de Sac to San Eljay Avenue • Garner Avenue from Cul de Sac to San Eljay Avenue
• Neuma Avenue from Cul de Sac to Baristo Road
• El Toro Road from Cul de Sac to Baristo Road
• Victor Road from Cul de Sac to Baristo Road.

Crack sealing treatment and asphalt patch work will precede the REAS applications, and the street striping and markings will occur after the REAS work.

Vista Chino Drive REAS Project (C08697)
The scope of work for the Vista Chino Drive REAS project will include the application of Type II REAS on Vista Chino Drive from western city limits to 175 feet east of Panorama Road.

Crack sealing treatment will precede the REAS applications, and the street striping and markings will occur after the REAS work.

In October 2023, the CIP budget was reevaluated to address the areas impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary. Note that the proposed Vista Chino Drive REAS Project (C08697) excludes the pavement reconstruction of Vista Chino Drive from Date Palm Drive to 175 feet east of Panorama Road. The Federal Aid System of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved the city’s Damage Assessment Form (DAF) which included the pavement reconstruction of Vista Chino Drive from Date Palm Drive to 175 feet east of Panorama Road.

This treatment is more comprehensive and has a longer useful life than a REAS treatment.

Date Palm Drive REAS Project (C08698)
The scope of work for the Date Palm Drive REAS Project will include the application of Type II REAS on Date Palm Drive from East Palm Canyon Drive to Gerald Ford Drive. Crack sealing treatment will precede the REAS applications, and the street striping and markings will occur after the REAS work.

PMI has evaluated the condition of the proposed streets with city staff and has determined the REAS application will have an average spread ratio of approximately eight square feet per gallon (8 Sq. Ft./gallon). Based on this evaluation and subsequent calculations, PMI prepared a cost estimate that includes the price of the slurry, machinery, and labor. The cost estimate also includes traffic control, notice to residents, asphalt patching, crack seal and striping replacement.

City staff and PMI will coordinate with local utilities and service providers, such as Burrtec and Sunline Transit, to accommodate service schedules and access with the work to be performed.

City staff recommends the City Council approve a contract with PMI for $1,441,901.29 to supply and apply REAS on East Palm Canyon Drive (C08695), AD 86-5 Neighborhood streets (C08696), Vista Chino Drive (C08697), and Date Palm Drive (C08698), including traffic control, crack seal, asphalt patchwork and striping replacement; and, approve a fifteen percent (15%) contingency in the amount of $217,098.71 for unforeseeable construction costs, making the total encumbrance $1,659,000.00; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the required contract documents; and, authorize the City Engineer to request bonds and insurance for the project, and issue the notice to proceed.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

No environmental impact. A slurry project is Categorically Exempt as it involves work on existing streets and is listed as a Class 1 Exemption under CEQA Guidelines §15301(c).

FISCAL IMPACT:

East Palm Canyon Drive REAS Project (C08695)
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) amount of $350,000 from the city's General Fund Maintenance of Effort (MOE) funds for the REAS work on East Palm Canyon Drive. Following the October 2023 CIP reevaluation, city staff are proposing to perform maintenance this fiscal year (FY 2024-25) and allocate available MOE funds for this project in the amount of $345,231.73.

Assessment District 86-5 Neighborhood Streets REAS Project (C08696) The original FY 2023-24 CIP amount of $555,271 from AD 86-5 account was estimated for the REAS work within the AD 86-5 neighborhood. Following the 2023 CIP reevaluation, City staff are proposing to perform REAS work within the AD 86-5 this fiscal year (FY 2024-25) and allocate available AD 86-5 funds in the amount of $213,012.50.

Vista Chino Drive REAS Project (C08697)
The REAS work on Vista Chino Drive was not included in the FY 2023-24 CIP biennial budget.

Following the 2023 CIP reevaluation, city staff are proposing to allocate available Measure A funds in the amount of $629,026.65 to perform maintenance on Vista Chino from western city limits to 175 feet east of Panorama Road.

Date Palm Drive REAS Project (C08698)
The original FY 2023-24 CIP amount of $90,000 from city’s MOE funds was estimated for the REAS work on East Palm Canyon Drive. Following the October 2023 CIP reevaluation, city staff are proposing to allocate available MOE funds in the amount of $254,630.41 for REAS work on Date Palm Drive between East Palm Canyon Drive and Gerald Ford Drive to perform maintenance this fiscal year (FY 2024-25).

The overall PMI proposal to complete the FY 2024-25 REAS Projects is $1,441,901.29.

A 15% contingency, utilizing Measure A funds, is proposed amounting to $217,098.71, and thus the total estimated cost of the FY 2024-25 REAS Projects is $1,659,000.00 as shown in the table below.

PMI Cost Proposal $1,441,901.29
15% Contingency $ 217,098.71
Construction Total Estimate $1,659,000.00
FISCAL

YEAR DESCRIPTION

GENERAL
LEDGER

ACCOUNT
CODES

PROJECT

CODE AMOUNT

ONE TIME
or

ONGOING
2024-
2025
East Palm Canyon REAS
(MOE)
100-100-150-
156-8800-8802 C08695 $ 345,231.73 ONE TIME
2024-
2025
Assessment District 86-5
Neighborhood Streets
REAS (AD 86-5)
344-100-150-
156-8800-8802 C08696 $ 213,012.50 ONE TIME
2024-
2025
Vista Chino Drive REAS
(Measure A)
243-100-150-
156-8800-8802 C08697 $ 629,026.65 ONE TIME
2024-
2025
Date Palm Drive REAS
(MOE)
100-100-150-
156-8800-8802 C08698 $ 254,630.41 ONE TIME
2024-
2025 15% Contingency XXX-100-150-156-8800-8802
According to
Project Funding
Above
$ 217,098.71 ONE TIME
Total $1,659,000.00
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal B: Community Investment
Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other city infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed, and maintained.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. FY 24-25 Spring REAS Project Area Map

2. PMI Cost Estimate

3. PMI Contract

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.C
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Approval of Funding from the Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE) Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Events Budget for a Second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve $3,000 from the Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE) Fiscal Year 2024-2025 PACE events budget to fund a portion of the second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic at the Cathedral City Library on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, and an additional thirty (30) large dogs at the Riverside County Animal Shelter.

BACKGROUND:

The Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE) continues to create opportunities to engage with the community and provide awareness of the city’s parks and public resources.

PACE is active in initiating, volunteering and supporting community events and related functions.

As part of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget process, PACE was allocated $10,000 per year to fund all, or portions of, events it sponsors and or participates in within the city. This may include services and/or materials, or a combination thereof. Any event initiated to receive PACE funding is first vetted by PACE and once PACE completes a favorable recommendation, the event’s budget request is subsequently brought before the City Council for approval.

DISCUSSION:

With respect to the above background, PACE has and continues to engage the community on a local animal issue. Currently, the Coachella Valley Animal Campus is experiencing the worst dog and cat overcrowding situation since the Covid pandemic. PACE is taking action and is proposing to offer a second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic in April 2025. The first Mobile Clinic was held on October 16, 2024, in the parking lot of the Cathedral City Library.

This first event was very successful and appreciated by the city residents.

At the March 4, 2025, PACE meeting, consideration for a second Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic at the Cathedral City Library, located adjacent to Patriot Park was presented by PACE Chair Erin Hyland and Vice Chair Antonio Baciu (PACE staff report attached). This event is to assist in combatting the pet overpopulation crisis in our city and county and to decrease the record breaking 12,000 animals euthanized last year.

The Chair and Vice Chair met with Ivan Herrera, Director of Veterinary Service at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, and Kristen Lehigh, Branch Manager of the Cathedral City Library, to confirm the event details as follows:

• Event Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
• Time: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Cathedral City Library Parking Lot at 33520 Date Palm Drive adjacent to Patriot Park.
• Event Details: Open to dogs and cats as young as 8 weeks and below 20 pounds. • 30 animals to be spayed/neutered, free of charge to Cathedral City residents. • Animals are dropped off at 7:30am and picked up when texted (2-4pm depending on volume).
• All animals will be microchipped, if not already, free of charge.

New and added to this second event, the County of Riverside Supervisors Office (Fourth District – Supervisor V. Manuel Perez) has agreed to fund the spaying or neutering of an additional 30 large dogs. Large dogs are ones which exceed the threshold of 20 pounds or less for mobile clinic spay or neuter services. The large dogs would be spayed or neutered at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus in Thousand Palms. The Coachella Valley Animal Campus would require confirmation that the 30 large dogs belong to residents of Cathedral City.

The total cost to spay and neuter 60 Cathedral City animals is $6,000. This cost covers the surgeons and technicians performing the procedures. County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez’s office has agreed to fund half the cost of the program ($3,000) (email affirmation from the County Supervisor’s office attached). The Coachella Valley Animal Campus will invoice the County Supervisor’s office and the City of Cathedral City directly for their agreed upon amounts of $3,000 each, respectfully.

PACE approved support for this event at its March 4, 2025 meeting and recommended this item be forwarded to the City Council for approval of the $3,000 in funding from the remaining balance of $3,500 in the PACE events budget.

AVAILABLE FUNDING RECAP
PACE FY 24-25 Budget (7/1/24 – 6/30/25) $10,000
Yoga in the Park $3,200
Howl-O-Ween Dog Contest Panorama Park $100
Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic - October 2024 $3,200
Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic - April 2025 $3,000
Remaining Available Funds FY 24/25 Budget $500
FISCAL IMPACT:

DESCRIPTION GENERAL
LEDGER

ACCOUNT
CODES

PROJECT
CODE
AMOUNT ONE TIME or

ONGOING
2024-2025 Mobile Spay &
Neuter Clinic
100-500-510-
511-8300-8301 MO3511 $3,000 One Time
2024-2025 Total $3,000
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

GOAL F: EMBRACING, INCLUSIVE CITY
Objective: Cathedral City is valued and respected as a community that welcomes and embraces diversity, has an abundance of high quality and affordable housing options, and vibrant businesses. Our neighborhoods are attractive and well-maintained and issues surrounding homelessness have been compassionately addressed with thoughtful, coordinated, and collaborative programs.

Action F-6: Promote additional community events and celebrations.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Riverside County Email

2. Mobile Spay & Neuter PACE Staff Report and Photos

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.D
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella Director of Public Works
Title: Purchase of Three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT Trucks for the Facilities Division, Public Works Maintenance, and Environmental Division.

RECOMMENDATION:

To authorize the purchase of three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT trucks for the Facilities, Public Works Maintenance, and Environmental Divisions, respectively, at a total cost of $194,655.69; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all required documents for purchase.

BACKGROUND:

In the past three years, after the COVID pandemic, the city’s departments were restaffed and bolstered to be able to service the needs of the city’s continued growth and expansion.

The Public Works Maintenance and Environmental Divisions of the Public Works Department and the Facilities Division of the Financial Services Department specifically added personnel as part of this approved and budgeted bolstering process. With these personnel additions and the efficiencies learned during COVID, three work pick-up trucks are necessary to support the above-cited respective divisions’ daily work needs. The trucks proposed to be purchased are electric vehicles vs. the past traditional diesel or gasoline-powered vehicles.

Environmental Benefits
Electric vehicles vs internal combustion vehicles are a necessary component in the city’s effort to reduce its carbon footprint. Efforts for these conversions of the city’s rolling stock comply with mandated state requirements and move the city in the direction of meeting current statewide goals for a cleaner environment. By replacing traditional diesel-powered trucks with electric models, the city will significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduce air pollution, and help improve the quality of air in our community. Placing electric vehicles in service as part of the city’s fleet component aligns with the city’s broader sustainability initiatives and demonstrates Cathedral City’s commitment to a greener future.

Cost Savings
• The purchase price of an electric truck is lower than the purchase price of a diesel truck by 9.6% and gasoline-powered truck by 9.8%.
• Electric trucks have fewer moving parts than the internal combustion engine vehicles, reducing maintenance needs and associated costs. The cost of electricity is also generally lower than diesel or gasoline fuel, further driving savings over time. • Electric trucks are more energy-efficient than their diesel and gasoline counterparts, which reduces fuel expenses.

By purchasing electric trucks, the City of Cathedral City will lead by example with the adoption of cleaner and more sustainable technologies and will gain financial and operational benefits.

DISCUSSION:

Staff is recommending the purchase of three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT Trucks for the Facilities Division, Public Works Maintenance, and Environmental Division.

Fleet obtained quotes from the following vendors:

Name of Company Price Model Miles Per
Charge
Availability
Jessup Chevrolet
Cathedral City
$61,340.31 2WT EV
Truck
280 May 1, 2025
Quality Chevrolet
Escondido
$61,340.31 2WT EV
Truck
280 May 1, 2025
Palm Springs Motors
Cathedral City
$74,749.62 F-150 Lighting 220 6-8 Months from
ordering date
All quotes submitted included tax, delivery charges and rebates.

During the evaluation process, staff’s comparison of the Chevrolet 2WT pickup truck versus the Ford pickup truck, found that the Chevrolet Silverado truck achieves 280 miles per charge while the Ford Lightning achieves 220 miles per charge. The Ford truck would also require ordering with a 6-to-8-month delay on delivery. The Chevrolet EV trucks will be available in the first quarter of 2025.

After the evaluation of the electric truck proposals, staff are requesting purchase of all three vehicles locally from Jessup Chevrolet at $61,340.31 per truck.

The recommended vehicle destinations will service the following:
• Truck 1: Facilities Division - vehicle will be used to support the division’s hiring of new staff.
• Truck 2: Public Works Maintenance - vehicle will be used for the division’s hiring of new staff.
• Truck 3: Public Works Environmental - vehicle will be used by the Environmental staff in their day-to-day work duties. This truck can also be shared within the Public Works Maintenance Department, when needed.

Emergency Safety Lighting
In addition to the purchase of the EV trucks, staff is requesting funds for the purchase and installation of emergency/safety lighting and city decals in the amount of $10,634,796.

Below is a summary of all costs:

EV Truck User 2025 Vehicle
Cost
Decals & Emergency
Lighting Install
Total cost
per truck
Facilities $ 61,340.31 $ 3,544.92 $ 64,606.33
Public Works Maintenance $ 61,340.31 $ 3,544.92 $ 64,606.33 Public Works Environmental $ 61,340.31 $ 3,544.92 $ 64,606.33 Total Cost $184,020.93 $10,634.76 $194,655.69
The total cost of the three (3) new electric trucks and aftermarket safety outfitting will be $194,655.69.

Charging Stations
Jessup Chevrolet also included three (3) Level 2 chargers with the purchase of the trucks, at no additional cost. A Level 2 charger typically takes 4-8 hours to fully charge an electric vehicle from zero, making it suitable for overnight charging or charging at work during the day. Depending on the charger’s power output and the vehicle’s battery size, the charging time can vary slightly.

Staff are proposing to install two (2) of the charging stations at the Public Works Maintenance Yard on Kieley Road and the third inside the Facilities storage area located directly behind city hall. The installation cost to install the three (3) EV charging stations will cost less than $5,000 and will be paid from the Environmental Conservation maintenance and operations budget (246-900-910-911-8300-8301). The three (3) Level 2 EV charging stations provided by Jessup will only be accessible for city vehicles and will not be available to the general public.

Staff are requesting the City Council authorize the purchase of three (3) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV 2WT trucks for the Facilities, Public Works Maintenance, and the Environmental Divisions, respectively, at a total cost of $194,655.69; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all required documents for the purchase.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The purchase of alternative-use vehicles assists in the city's overall compliance with South Coast Air Quality Fleet rules and complies with the city’s environmental goals to reduce air admissions. Staff are proposing to allocate 246 environmental funds to be transferred to the Equipment Replacement Fund (611) for the purchase of the city's first 100% electric vehicles.

DESCRIPTION GENERAL
LEDGER

ACCOUNT
CODES

PROJECT
CODE
AMOUNT ONE TIME or

ONGOING
2024-2025 Purchase (3) 2025 611-000-000- N/A $194,655.69 One-Time Chevrolet Silverado
2WT EV Trucks 000-8800-8807
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

GOAL B: Community Investment
Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other city infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed, and maintained
ATTACHMENTS:

1. 2025 2WT Chevrolet EV Silverado Purchase Proposal

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.E
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Replacement of Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in the Cathedral City Parking Structure
RECOMMENDATION:

To authorize the replacement of the existing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with four (4) new Level 2 EV chargers in the Cathedral City parking structure in an amount not to exceed $14,800 and authorize the Director of Public Works to execute an operations and maintenance agreement with EV Range.

BACKGROUND:

Cathedral City currently has four (4) Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations for public use located near the entrance of the town square public parking structure. Owned by the city, these chargers have been available, free of charge, for the past 12 years. The city offered the EV chargers at no cost to the public to encourage the purchase and use of electric vehicles by improving access to, and at that time, limited charging infrastructure. Offering this free public EV charging was a central strategy to help residents transition to alternative fuel vehicles. However, continuing to provide these chargers with no cost is no longer feasible.

Additionally, because of the free charging over the years, staff have experienced issues with vehicles left more than the allocated four (4) hour time frame to charge their vehicle and individuals sleeping in their vehicles overnight while charging. Both these driver actions have limited accessibility to these vehicle chargers. This behavior is facilitated by the current free charging being offered.

The city has been absorbing the cost of providing electricity and maintenance of the parking structure EV charging stations. EV vehicles have gained significant popularity since the city’s installation of the parking structure charging stations were installed and offering this free charging service is no longer fiscally viable. Drivers of EV vehicles all expect to pay for vehicle charging on the road or at home through their electric bill.

Locally, more EV charging stations have been installed and made available for public use.

Below is a list of public access to EV chargers located around the Cathedral City downtown corridor.

Location Charger
Type
Cost No of Chargers at
location
Cathedral City Parking Structure Level 2 Free 4
Agua Caliente Casino Level 2 $0.49 per KwH 34
A map of EV charging station locations within the city is also attached. EV chargers with public access can also be found by visiting the following website:
https://www.plugshare.com
A Level 2 charger is estimated to take 4 to 8 hours to fully charge an electric vehicle, making it suitable for overnight charging or charging at work during the day; depending on the charger's output and the car's battery size, the charging time can vary slightly.

Overall, replacing and installing new Electric Vehicles (EV) charging stations in the Cathedral City parking structure is another step towards supporting sustainable transportation. One aspect of sustainable transportation is to promote low-emission modes like walking, biking, and public transit, and utilization of renewable energy sources.

DISCUSSION:

Staff are proposing to replace the four existing EV chargers located in the parking structure.

The existing Level 2 EV chargers do not integrate a payment system that would allow users to pay for the energy they consume. The city’s Fleet Coordinator reached out to four (4) EV charger providers; ChargePoint, EV Range, Stronghold and AMP-Up. Two of the four providers responded with ChargePoint submitting one (1) proposal and EV Range submitting two (2) different proposals.

Before summarizing the differences between the three proposals received, below is a list of components included in all three:
✓ Removal and disposal of existing equipment and installation of new Level 2 chargers. ✓ A payment system to allow users to pay for the energy consumed. ✓ Ability to charge the user an “idle time charge” for drivers that leave their vehicles after the battery is fully charged.

✓ Software training provided for staff.
✓ Software that monitors usage and provides monthly reporting on the use of the EV chargers.
✓ Support services, which include maintenance of equipment.

Below are additional details provided in each proposal:

Option 1 – ChargePoint
Vendor Scope of Work Total Cost
ChargePoint Installation of four (4) Level 2 dual-port EV charges with a 5-year support services and
warranty coverage included
$42,835

Additional Details:
• A dual-port EV charger can charge two (2) vehicles simultaneously, which allows eight (8) vehicles to charge at the same time.
• This option will take up eight (8) EV charging parking spaces, four (4) more than the city currently designates.
• The city would own the chargers and be able to set the pricing and receive all the revenue.
• 5-year Station Management Plan which includes parts and labor warranty, staff training, software dashboard, monitoring, reporting, alerts, and technical support. • A ChargePoint EV charger is designed to work exclusively with ChargePoint’s proprietary software and cannot be operated with software from another provider.

The $42,835 ($8,567 per year) includes a 5-year subscription with an option to renew. The city would own the four (4) Level 2 dual-port EV chargers.

Option 2 – EV Range
Vendor Scope of Work Total Cost
EV Range Installation of four (4) Level 2 singleport EV chargers with 5-year support services and warranty coverage included
$14,800
Additional details
• A single-port EV charger can charge one (1) vehicle at a time which allows four (4) vehicles to charge at the same time.
• This option will utilize the current four (4) existing parking spaces designated for EV charging.
• The city would own the chargers and be able to set the pricing (above the low limit) and share the revenue.
• 5-year Station Management Plan which includes parts and labor warranty, staff training, software dashboard, monitoring, reporting, alerts, and technical support. • An EV Range charger is designed to be universal, allowing it to be easily reprogrammed with software from another provider if the city decides to terminate its agreement with EV Range.

The $14,800 ($2,960 per year) includes a 5-year subscription with an option to renew. The city would own the four (4) Level 2 single-port EV chargers.

Option 3 – EV Range
Vendor Scope of Work Total Cost
EV Range Installation of (four) 4 Level 2
single-port EV chargers support
services included
$00.00 (no cost)
Additional details:
• A single port EV charger can charge one (1) vehicle at a time which allows four (4) vehicles to charge at the same time.
• This option will utilize the current four (4) existing parking spaces designated for EV charging.
• EV Range would set pricing to receive the revenue and reimburse the city for the cost to provide electricity to the chargers.
• The city can request access to the software to monitor the usage of the EV chargers, if needed.
• EV Range will maintain the equipment and cover all costs associated with parts and labor.
• The city does have the option of purchasing the equipment and software after 2 years.

There is no cost to the city with option three. EV Range would own the chargers and collect all generated revenue.

STAFF EVALUATION
Option 1: ChargePoint
This ChargePoint option provides the ability to charge eight (8) EV vehicles simultaneously, which may not be necessary or provide a return on the investment. It is not uncommon for EV charging stations that were previously free, to see a decrease in demand once fees are introduced. Therefore, staff does not recommend the need for 8 EV chargers at this time.

Under this option, the city would own the EV chargers. However, if the city chooses to end its service agreement with ChargePoint and switch to a different provider, it would not be possible to do so with the chargers provided by ChargePoint as the software is proprietary.

Option 3: EV Range
Option 3 provides a hands-off approach to EV charging for the city compared to Option 1 and 2. This option would shift responsibility for the EV chargers entirely onto a third party.

The city would not own the EV chargers, nor would the city collect the revenue.

Under this option, EV Range would retain the revenue minus the cost of electricity needed to power the chargers. EV Range would reimburse the city monthly for the cost of electricity.

EV Range would normally offer Option 3 with Level 3 chargers where the demand is greater.

EV Range does not normally recommend Option 3 with Level 2 chargers. EV Range is willing to make an exception for Cathedral City if Option 3 is preferred.

Staff recommends Option 2 – EV Range
Staff concur with EV Range that Option 2 more accurately reflects the city’s current demand.

The benefits of Option 2 include:
• Installation of four level 2 EV chargers.
• A payment system to allow users to pay for the energy consumed. • The city would own the chargers and be able to set the pricing and share the revenue.

The revenue generated from the EV chargers would be collected by EV Range and then dispersed to the city each month.
• 5-year support services and warranty coverage. The warranty coverage does not include damage resulting from vandalism or accidents. If the charger is damaged due to these circumstances, the cost to repair or replace will be the responsibility of the city. The estimated cost to replace one EV charger is $1,300. • The city would have continuous access to the software to monitor usage and revenue generated.
• The city would have the option to renew the service agreement after the initial 5-year agreement expires.
• The EV Range charger is universal, giving the city the flexibility to switch to another provider if needed.
• The city’s IT department has reviewed Option 2 and approves the technical specifications on the city’s ability to communicate with the charging stations.

A copy of the EV Range proposal and maintenance agreement is attached to this report.

There has been a question of “are four (4) chargers enough to meet the demand?” EV Range and city staff are supporting the answer to this question. To determine if more than four (4) EV charges are needed, EV Range and staff will evaluate the usage of the chargers over the next year. EV Range and our Fleet Coordinator will evaluate the usage. The analysis will consider usage trends, market demand growth, and overall performance. If the analysis determines additional charging stations are warranted and power is available for the additional load, a recommendation to add additional chargers will be forwarded to the Director of Public Works.

Note: If a positive return on investment generated by the new EV chargers in the city’s parking structure is favorable, this may merit potential expansion of charging stations around the city hall area, and incorporation of faster Level 3 charging stations at optimum locations.

If this were to occur, investing in additional units would support the growing need for EV charging locations and add to the city's sustainable infrastructure.

Staff are recommending the replacement of the four (4) existing electric vehicle charging stations within the city parking structure with four (4) new Level 2 EV chargers in an amount not to exceed $14,800 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an Operations and Maintenance Agreement with EV Range attached to this report.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The EV charging station project complies with the city's environmental objectives to reduce emissions and fuel consumptions, protect the ecosystem, increase energy efficiency, and use of renewable sources.

DESCRIPTION GENERAL
LEDGER

ACCOUNT
CODES

PROJECT
CODE
AMOUNT ONE TIME or

ONGOING
2024-2025 EV Charging
Station Project
246-900-910-
911-8300-8301 M02511 $14,800 One Time
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal B: COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
Objective: Cathedral City roads, gateways, public spaces, and other city infrastructure are well planned, designed, constructed, and maintained.

Action B-1: Develop an Electric Vehicle Transition Plan to comply with upcoming state mandates and include consideration of providing publicly accessible charging stations.

Action B-19: Develop Fleet Management policies to establish vehicle replacements and utilization standards.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Publicly Available Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Map

2. EV Range Proposal – Option 2

3. EV Range – Maintenance Agreement

Staff Report
City Council
Item No. 5.F
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
From: John A. Corella, Director of Public Works
Title: Sign Toppers for the Intersection of Channel Drive and Valley Vista Drive and the Intersection of Channel Drive and Carroll Drive.

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the installation of 2 sign toppers, each, for the intersection at Channel Drive and Valley Vista Drive and the intersection of Channel Drive and Carroll Drive at a total cost of $610.00 to be paid from City Council District Improvement Funds and authorize the waiver of the sign topper application fee and the staff report preparation fee.

BACKGROUND:

March 11, 2020 the City Council approved the Street Neighborhood and/or District Identification Street Sign Blade “Topper” Policy (Policy). These street sign blade toppers (Topper(s)) are additional signs placed on top of street name sign blades that provide additional information. The information on the topper may be designating a special place, street, neighborhood, district, subdivision or commemorating a special person or achievement. Toppers can build community identity and pride, cultivate an awareness of the designated area, and many times, act as a reminder of the diversity of neighborhoods within a city.

As a point of reference, the city already has sign toppers designating special City streets or areas. A list of locations include:
• Minerva Street Topped as “Candy Cane Lane.”
• “F” Street Topped as “Agnes Pelton Way”.
• Grandview Avenue Topped as “Val Samuelson.”
• The area bound by Cathedral Canyon Drive, Date Palm Drive, Ramon Road and Dinah Shore Drives as “Ocotillo Square.”
DISCUSSION:

With respect to the above background, Councilmember Rita Lamb has submitted a Sign Topper Application (attached) requesting that the city recognize two community influencers.

As Councilmember Lamb states in the application,
“Cathedral City is a premier place to live, raise a family and do business. Since incorporating in 1981, steps have been taken to enrich the community and enhance residents’ quality of life. A particularly powerful step is recognizing the contributions of notable residents and thus ensuring that their legacy and contributions live on.” Councilmember Lamb is proposing to install sign toppers within the Cathedral City Cove neighborhood (The Cove) in honor of Cathedral City residents Diane Gill and Jane Rasco.

Sadly, in 2024, the city lost Diane Gill, a community influencer, who lived in the Cove. Along with her wife, Jane Rasco, their philanthropy, civic mindedness, and countless hours, days, weeks, months, years, and decades of unwavering commitment to the residents of The Cove and Cathedral City, merit acknowledgment.

Their lasting contributions are recognized by the Cathedral City Boys and Girls Club, the Cathedral City Senior Center and FIND Food Bank. Additionally, the residents of The Cove have benefited from their tireless advocacy for the Cove Community Assessment District formed in 2004 resulting in long anticipated infrastructure improvements which included a sewer system, flood control improvements, curb and gutters, and new roads making the community safer, more resilient and environmentally sound.

Councilmember Lamb wanted to ensure that the Policy was adhered to and that the residents along Channel Drive were in support of the proposal. Councilmember Lamb has completed the following Policy steps:

1. In March of 2025, Sue Townsley, community activist and Cove resident, worked with Councilmember Lamb by contacting the homeowners residing on Valley Vista and Channel Drive.

2. There are a total of 7 homes along Channel Drive (map attached in application), one of which is owned by Jane Rasco and Diane Gill. All 6 remaining homeowners supported the idea of installing sign toppers in support of their neighbors Diane Gill and Jane Rasco (poll results attached in application).

3. Councilmember Lamb had two mock-ups done for what a sign topper might look like using a version of both residents’ names (mocks attached to application).

4. Attached to this report is a map of the neighborhood. CM Lamb is seeking Council authorization to install 2 sign toppers: one at the intersection of Channel Drive and Valley Vista Drive and the second at the intersection of Channel Drive and Carroll Drive.

As required by the Policy, the application and supporting documents were submitted to the city’s Public Works Department and City Manager for review. Staff has reviewed the topper submittal and has determined the application, supporting documents and neighborhood consensus building efforts meet the intent of the Sign Topper Policy.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The total cost to manufacture and install 2 sign toppers is $610.00. Councilmember Lamb is requesting that the Council authorize the waiver of the application fee of $194.00 and the staff report preparation fee of $209, together totaling $403. If waiving of these fees is approved, the cost is as follows:

DESCRIPTION GENERAL LEDGER

ACCOUNT CODES

PROJECT
CODE
AMOUNT ONE TIME or

ONGOING
2024-2025 Sign Toppers 100-100-110-
111-8800-8802 M05040 $610 One Time
2024-2025 Total $610
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:

GOAL F: EMBRACING, INCLUSIVE CITY
Objective: Cathedral City is valued and respected as a community that welcomes and embraces diversity, has an abundance of high quality and affordable housing options, and vibrant businesses. Our neighborhoods are attractive and well-maintained and issues surrounding homelessness have been compassionately addressed with thoughtful, coordinated, and collaborative programs.

Action F-5: Help define who Cathedral City is for our families and others.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Diane Gill and Jane Rasco Way Sign Topper Application