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Renovation Schedule

Cathedral City City Council
April 22, 2026

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Renovation Schedule
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April 22, 2026
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Project
Timeframe Comments
LLD 1 VISTA DEL REY
Project: Completed
Project:

Project:

LLD 2 La Paloma
Project: Completed
Project: Completed
Project: Completed
Area:

Project Completed
Area:

Project 2027
Project 2027-2030
Area:

Project 2026
Project 2026
Area:

Project Completed
Project 2027-2030Needs City Hall Approval
Area:

Project 2027-2028
LLD 5 Tapestry
Project Completed
Project
Project
Project 2027-2030design needed and costs.

Area:

Project 2027
Project 2027
Project 2027-2030design needed and costs.

LLD 12: Mercy Housing
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project 2026-2027
LLD 19 Alicante
Irrigation damage due to ongoing
homeless activity.

Install additional shade trees to enhance usability and reduce heat impacts.

Key Issues: Storm events and
windblown sand contributing to soil
compaction and landscape
degradation. Existing Palo Verde
trees are causing maintenance
challenges and negatively impacting
adjacent properties.

Key Issues: Turf failure, irrigation
damage, slope instability.
2026-2027
2026-2027
LLD 15 & 18 Landau (Homes
& Manor)
Landau Blvd (30th to McCallum Way)
Installed 4 Community Monuments at each entrance.
30th (Sawgrass to Santoro) & Santoro (30th to Cypress)
Santoro Corridor
Parking lot between church and Senior Center (A St to C St) Key Issues: Overgrown vegetation,
visibility concerns, inconsistent
landscaping, wall deterioration.

Impacted by windblown sand
accumulation
Add plant material and/or colored gravel to improve visual interest along corridor.

McCallum Way & San Eljay Dr
Replace river rock with grey rock to match rest of landscaping.

Installed perimeter lighting to improve safety and visibility Install shade trees along walking path to improve pedestrian comfort.

Convert turf to desert landscaping, replace irrigation, install new plant material and trees, install DG, and repair/paint wall to reduce water use and maintenance.

Replace DG with large angular rock in slope areas to prevent erosion and displacement from storm events.

LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DISTRICTS
Evaluate installation of stamped colored concrete similar to Patriot Park perimeter to enhance durability and visual appeal.

Continue installation of stabilizing rock and DG/decorative gravel along slopes and perimeter wall to reduce erosion.

Entrance Improvements: Refresh decorative rock at entry signage and secure lighting to reduce vandalism and improve reliability.

Continue installation of large rock and DG/decorative gravel along slope and perimeter wall to stabilize slope.

Installed large angular rock to improve resistance to windblown sand and installation of new plants and uplighting to aluminate community sign.

Explore partnership with JWMS/TRIBE and SCRAP Gallery to incorporate artistic elements (e.g., decorative bollards or installations) along the corridor to enhance visual character and community identity.

Key Issues; Impacted by windblown
sand accumulation.
30th Ave. from San Eljay to Alexander Dr.
30th Ave & DaVall Drive
La Paloma Corner Sign 30th & DaVall
DaVall from 30th to dead end
Replace plant material as needed and install decorative ground cover to improve durability. 30th Ave: Correct slope and drainage issues around trees, install stabilizing rock and DG, repair wall.

Renovate retention basin with desert landscaping and replace overgrown vegetation with low-maintenance plant material. 30th Corridor: Remove overgrown vegetation near monument signage, install new plant material, and add DG or decorative rock to improve visibility and aesthetics.

Repair and repaint perimeter wall from Sawgrass to Santoro to address visible deterioration.

Full Corridor Redesign: Develop a comprehensive landscape redesign to address inconsistent plant spacing and coverage; includes plant replacement and upgraded ground cover.

Remove accumulated sand and install DG to stabilize landscape areas.

Incorporate into full corridor redesign noted above
Remove accumulated sand (approx. 3”), remove dead plant material and damaged irrigation components, repair and repaint block wall, and install decomposed granite (DG) to stabilize surfaces and improve appearance.

Remove accumulated sand, bury exposed irrigation lines, and repair perimeter wall to prevent future exposure and damage.

DaVall Corridor: Remove accumulated sand (approx. 3”), remove dead plants and damaged irrigation, install decorative rock, and repair and repaint wall to restore landscape function and appearance.

La Paloma Sign – 30th & DaVall: Remove sand and irrigation, install decorative rock, artificial plant material, and lighting to create a low- maintenance, enhanced entry feature.

Repair and repaint wall; evaluate design enhancements to improve aesthetics in a challenging area.

Remove accumulated sand (approx. 3”), remove dead plant material and damaged irrigation, repair block wall, and install DG to stabilize and refresh the area.
30th from DaVall to End of Development, Including Entrance 30th & DaVall Perimeter (curb sidewalk)
Entrance off of DaVall
Replace loose gravel with DG and redistribute materials to slope areas to improve stability, reduce migration, and enhance appearance.

Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project 2026-2027
Project 2026-2027
LLD 20 Cimarron
Project Completed
Project 2028
LLD 21 Santoro Estates
Project Completed
Project 2026-2027
LLD 16 Century Perimeter
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project 2026-2028
Project 2026-2028
Project 2028-2030
Key Issues: Wall deterioration,
inconsistent plant coverage,
irrigation challenges. Impacted by
windblown sand accumulation
30th Ave (N), DaVall Dr (E), McCallum Way (S), Santoro (W) Replenish large angular rock and refresh DG/decorative gravel along perimeter to maintain stability and appearance.

Key Issue: Harsh sun exposure
limiting plant viability.

Key Issue: Overgrown vegetation
and inconsistent landscaping.
30th Ave& Santoro (NE Quadrant)
Santoro Dr & Tortuga (SE Corner)
Key Issues: Turf misuse (students),
irrigation-related wall damage,
aging infrastructure.

Remove turf and convert to desert landscaping (rock and DG only) to reduce misuse and maintenance.

Replace Alicante monument sign and enhance with decorative rock, artificial plants, and lighting.

Refresh ground cover (DG) across corridor as part of long-term maintenance cycle.

Remove overgrown vegetation and damaged irrigation components.

Address overgrown or missing plant material and improve sight visibility through selective thinning and replanting.

Remove failing plant material, repair irrigation, install new plants and shade trees, repair/paint wall, and install DG to restore corridor. 30th Corridor: Remove vegetation, clear sand buildup, repair irrigation and wall to address heavy deterioration.

Repair deteriorating wall sections and reestablish landscaping in phases.

Thin plant material, add DG or colored gravel, and evaluate wall-adjacent plant removal to identify underlying issues.

Remove failing plant material and irrigation, and transition to decorative rock, boulders, and DG to create a low-maintenance landscape.

Refresh DG and add colored gravel at key intersections to enhance visual appeal.

Repair and repaint additional wall segments as needed.

Repair and repaint wall along San Eljay to address irrigation-related damage..

Project
Timeframe Comments
San Ardo Baristo Rd
2027-2028
2026-2027Use surplus gravel or DG from past projects.

Peggy Way
2028
Baristo & Ave Del Padre
Completed
2028-2030
2026-2030Consider relocating large white boulders from Date Palm median to this location.

TBD
TBD
Medano Avenida Quintana
2026-2027Use surplus gravel or DG from past projects.
2027-2028
Tortuga
Completed
2027-2030
2027-2030
Century Park
2028-2030
La Paloma
2026-2027
McCallum & Avenida Del Padre
2028 Check with Engineering or Planning regarding nearby development.

McCallum / Landau
Cypress Santoro and Cypress
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
2026
2028-2030
Bob Hope / Varner North of I-10
2026-2027
behind homes off DaVall
corner lot

RETENSION BASIN
Homeless dumping issue; basin consistently
appears rough even after maintenance.

End of each fiscal year if funds remain purchase the material for the new gates.

Replace gate (2)
Refresh perimeter gravel
Refresh perimeter gravel
behind Cardenas Market
Peggy Way (Landau)
behind Santoro LLD
Ongoing project: continue grading basin washed out from recent storms Refresh decorative gravel along perimeter; large area to cover Nothing to report; maintained under Landau LLD maintenance Remove dead plants and irrigation heads, excavate accumulated blowing sand, and replace irrigation lines
Add decorative rock to perimeter and install shade trees along walking path Fabricate and install new gates into basin. (2 locations) Ongoing project: continue grading basin washed out from recent storms Repair and paint block wall
Add large rock inside basin along slope
Expand outlet into basin
Add large rock inside basin along slope
Replace gates
Add large rock inside basin along slope
Remove overgrown brush and vegetation
Refresh perimeter gravel
Perimeter landscaping: hardscape or excavate soil and install large decorative rock Replace chain-link fence with block wall / install gates Consider removing trees; irrigation and shade which is encouraging homeless activity and replant trees elsewhere or install perimeter iron/block fence.

Remove irrigation heads without plants, remove dead plants, regrade basin, and add DG Consider thinning out plant material to reduce maintenance and water costs.

Add decorative gravel to perimeter
Century Park Drive and DaVall
Project
Timeframe Comments
Date Palm
Date Palm East Palm Canyon to Gerald Ford
Completed
2028
2027
Date Palm Gerald Ford to Dinah Shore
Completed
2027-2030
Date Palm Dinah Shore to Dave Kelley Ortega
Issue: No irrigation or electrical Completed
Date Palm Dave Kelley Ortega to Ramon Rd
Completed
Date Palm Ramon Rd to Baristo
2027
Date Palm Baristo to McCallum Way
2027
Date Palm McCallum Way to Vista Chino
Remove large boulders placed after storm events and relocate to more appropriate locations (e.g., retention basin).

Vista Chino Date Palm Drive
No Electrical or Irrigation 2027-2030
Quintana Island Vista Chino and Avenida Quintana
Verona Island Avenida Quintana & Verona (Rio Vista Elementary) Refresh median with decorative rock; maintain simple, low-maintenance design.

Ramon Rd Landau to DaVall
Completed
2028
DaVall DaVall at Ramon Rd (Rancho Mirage)
Dinha Shore Bridge to Plumley
2027-2030
2027-2028
East Palm Canyon Officer Jermain Gibson (Ford) to Date Palm Issue: Solar lighting vandalism. 2028-2030
East Palm Canyon Date Palm to Allen
Completed
2027-2030
2027-2030
Adelina Median
Refresh DG and decorative rock to maintain appearance.

Reinstall recycled glass material and evaluate durability improvements for high-impact area. 2027 AB 939 Funds Timing: Summer or school break.

Coordinate with Engineering on asphalt
project timing; implementation subject to
budget.

Issues: Poor soil conditions, storm
impacts, exposed utilities, plant
failure.

Consider using surplus materials.2026-2027
Issue: Located within school crosswalk.

Issue: Median tip regularly damaged by
large turning vehicles.

Refresh DG and decorative rock to maintain appearance.

Repair curbs and brickwork; refresh
Note: No landscaping maintained within this median per agreement.

Explore public art opportunity in partnership with SCRAP, Elementary School, and Arts Commission.

Perform minor ground cover refresh while continuing to monitor palm trees impacted by adjacent project.

Issue: No irrigation or electrical.

Enhance median around palm trees with lighting upgrades and added color elements to improve visibility and aesthetics.

Remove irrigation and plant material near new fence; install larger decorative rock to reduce maintenance.

Refresh DG and rock as part of long-term maintenance cycle.

Refresh DG to maintain uniform ground cover and appearance.

Refresh DG to maintain consistency along corridor.

Install red decorative rock (consistent with Patriot Park), repair curbs, replace signage, and re-stain brick.

Applebee’s: Replace stressed plant material with more resilient options, enhance rock coverage with added color, and incorporate low- maintenance (artificial) plant accents to improve appearance.

Carl’s Jr.: Replace existing rock with updated decorative material and install accent plant features to improve visual consistency.

Retain palm trees, remove failing plant material, and improve soil conditions around palms. Replace remaining areas with light-colored decorative rock better suited for wind conditions.

MEDIANS
Post Office: Conduct arborist assessment of palm trees, install a new palm at median tip, repair curbs, replace signage, and install decorative rock to match corridor improvements.

Evaluate feasibility of relocating irrigation controller away from gas station for improved control and reliability.

Re-stain brick between Victoria and Dinah Shore to improve corridor aesthetics.

Upgrade landscaping with larger decorative rock to reduce maintenance and address concerns regarding lack of color; evaluate use of artificial desert plant accents.

Re-stain brick surfaces to improve appearance.

Refresh decorative rock to maintain consistency and durability.

Issue: Irrigation controller tied to
adjacent gas station.

Remove oversized rocks, restore soil around palm trees, repair lighting, and install decomposed granite (DG) to stabilize and improve appearance. Completed
Program Summary (2016–2025): Over 1,000 irrigation heads removed across all medians; dead plant material removed and replaced; damaged curbs repaired; and sight visibility hazards addressed.
2027
East Palm Canyon Allen to Auto Park
Issue: No irrigation or electrical. 2028
Bob Hope Bob Hope and Varner
Issue: No irrigation or electrical. 2028
Cove Cathedral Canyon and Terrace
Issue: Narrow median with limited
design flexibility. 2027-2030
Full ground cover refresh (DG and rock) as part of long-term maintenance.

Re-stain brick to improve appearance.

Re-stain brick to improve appearance.

Implement low-maintenance beautification improvements appropriate for constrained space.

Project
Timeframe Comments
Dinah Shore
Project Completed
Project
Project
Project
Project Consider relocating large white boulders to the retention basin.

Dinah Shore
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Patriot Park
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Area
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Area
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project Completed
Area
Project Completed
Project Completed
Project 2026-2028 Lee Wilson & family.

Public Works Yard 68385 Kieley Rd
Project Completed
Project 2026-2027
Dinah Shore Bridge Bridge
Project TBD Large project; City Hall approval required.

Corta / Vega Veterans Village
landscaping vacant parcel Project Completed
Vista Chino Carmela & by Starbucks
Project TBD
Project 2028-2030
Rancho Vista behind Walgreens (dead end)
Area is expensive to maintain.

Sidewalk and numerous trees.

Sidewalk does not connect to a
destination.

Shedding trees create an unkempt
appearance. Homeless activity
present.

Project
2027-2030 Confirm original design intent with City Hall.

Sungate Parkway off EPC and Sungate
Area along mountain Project
TBD City Hall approval
No irrigation/electrical. Blowing
sand negatively impacts area. Repair wall (paint).

Option: retain palms and mesquites; remove high-shedding trees; install large decorative rock to discourage homeless activity. Large area and quantity of rock will likely exceed approval limits; requires additional approval and a design plan.

Notes: Area is very dark at night,
kids use pathway to get to/from
school, adults use pathway for
fitness

PARKWAYS & MISC
Perimeter desert landscaping
Project may require a new design and approval, or
continue with the existing layout and enhance with
decorative rock and decomposed granite (DG).2027-2030
Removed dead plants and irrigation heads; refreshed DG and rock.

Installed additional rock and red DG
Dinha Shore from Date Palm to high school property
Removed dead plants and irrigation heads along street section; installed DG.

Dinah Shore from Date Palm to high school property line: Added shade trees along walkway Install traffic bollards in open space or circular bollards.

Install shade trees along walking path.

Removed dead plants and irrigation heads along street section; installed DG.

Added shade trees along walkway.

Installed new landscaping along slope area near bridge (City Council approved).

Removed dead plants and irrigation heads.

Renovate entire area; add more color, lighting, and larger decorative rock along slopes.

Add solar uplighting to palm trees.

Shifting Sands
Vaquero
Corner of Dihan Shore and Date Palm (Patriot Park monument location) Removed turf and installed decorative rock.

Potential public art project.

Install six center boulders with flat tops for seating, three large boulders at entrance, and colored gravel (possibly two colors) throughout the area.

Consider relocating the soldier monument to this corner and creating a walking path.

Removed dead plants and irrigation heads; installed shade trees along walkway and added DG.

Paint bridge to cover previous graffiti and patchwork areas.

Renovate perimeter using recycled materials and drought-tolerant plants to create a demonstration area.

Date Palm from Dinah Shore to Library property line (outlet/basin) Installed new landscaping along slope area near bridge Removed dead plants and trees (per Edison requirements).

Removed turf, installed border and desert landscaping, and replaced irrigation to eliminate overspray onto palm trunks.

Replenished rock and installed red DG.

Date Palm from Dinha Shore to Library property line (outlet/basin).

Removed turf, installed border and desert landscaping, and replaced irrigation to eliminate overspray onto palm trunks.

Installed larger rock along slope to reduce sand on sidewalk.

Expanded larger rock up the slope, installed plants in open space, and added red DG.

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