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xi. The Recipient acknowledges that it is encouraged to follow guidelines established under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, codified at 36 CFR Part 1194, with respect to enabling individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs supported by this Project.
xii. The Recipient, its employees, contractors and subcontractors and their employees warrants that it will not engage in severe forms of trafficking in persons, procure a commercial sex act during the term of this Agreement, or use forced labor in the performance of this Agreement. The Recipient must include this provision in its contracts and subcontracts under this Agreement. The Recipient must inform the State Water Board immediately of any information regarding a violation of the foregoing. The Recipient understands that failure to comply with this provision may subject the State Water Board to loss of federal funds. The Recipient agrees to compensate the State Water Board for any such funds lost due to its failure to comply with this condition, or the failure of its contractors or subcontractors to comply with this condition. The State Water Board may unilaterally terminate this Agreement if the Recipient that is a private entity is determined to have violated the foregoing.
xiii. The Recipient certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief that:
a. No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the Recipient, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. b. If any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress in connection with this Agreement, the Recipient shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions, and notify the State Water Board.
The Recipient shall require this certification from all parties to any contract or agreement that the Recipient enters into and under which the Recipient incurs costs for which it seeks reimbursement under this Agreement.
xiv. The Recipient must comply with the following federal non-discrimination requirements:
a. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin, including limited English proficiency (LEP). b. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities.
c. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, which prohibits age discrimination. d. Section 13 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.
e. 40 CFR Part 7, as it relates to the foregoing.
f. Executive Order 13798, including, to the greatest extent practicable and to the extent permitted by law, the requirement to respect and protect the freedom of persons and organizations to engage in political and religious speech. g. All applicable federal civil rights regulations, including statutory and national policy requirements (2 CFR section 200.300).
xv. If the Project relates to construction of a publicly owned treatment works, where the Recipient contracts for program management, construction management, feasibility studies, preliminary 74 City of Cathedral City
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engineering, design, engineering, surveying, mapping, or architectural related services, the Recipient shall ensure that any such contract is negotiated in the same manner as a contract for architectural and engineering services is negotiated under chapter 11 of title 40, United States Code, or an equivalent State qualifications-based requirement as determined by the State Water Board.
xvi. Executive Order No. 11246. The Recipient shall include in its contracts and subcontracts related to the Project the following provisions:
"During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees as follows:"(a) The contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, or national origin. The contractor will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, creed, color, or national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officer setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.
"(b) The contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, or national origin. "(c) The contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he has a collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice, to be provided by the agency contracting officer, advising the labor union or workers' representative of the contractor's commitments under Section 202 of Executive Order No. 11246 of September 24, 1965, and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment.
"(d) The contractor will comply with all provisions of Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept. 24, 1965, and of the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor. "(e) The contractor will furnish all information and reports required by Executive Order No. 11246 of September 24, 1965, and by the rules, regulations, and orders of the Secretary of Labor, or pursuant thereto, and will permit access to his books, records, and accounts by the contracting agency and the Secretary of Labor for purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with such rules, regulations, and orders.
"(f) In the event of the contractor's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or with any of such rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be cancelled, terminated or suspended in whole or in part and the contractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts in accordance with procedures authorized in Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept 24, 1965, and such other sanctions may be imposed and remedies invoked as provided in Executive Order No. 11246 of September 24, 1965, or by rule, regulation, or order of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided by law. "(g) The contractor will include the provisions of Paragraphs (1) through (7) in every subcontract or purchase order unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor issued pursuant to Section 204 of Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept. 24, 1965, so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor. The contractor will take such action 75 City of Cathedral City
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with respect to any subcontract or purchase order as the contracting agency may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance: Provided, however, That in the event the contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a subcontractor or vendor as a result of such direction by the contracting agency, the contractor may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States."
xvii. The Recipient agrees to comply with the requirements of USEPA’s Program for Utilization of Small, Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises. Reserved.
xviii. Procurement Prohibitions under Section 306 of the Clean Air Act and Section 508 of the Clean Water Act, including Executive Order 11738, Administration of the Clean Air Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act with Respect to Federal Contracts, Grants, or Loans; 42 USC § 7606; 33 USC § 1368. Except where the purpose of this Agreement is to remedy the cause of the violation, the Recipient may not procure goods, services, or materials from suppliers excluded under the federal System for Award Management: sam.gov
xix. Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act, Pub. L. 91-646, as amended; 42 USC §§4601-4655. The Recipient must comply with the Act’s implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24.101 through 24.105.
xx. The Recipient agrees that if its network or information system is connected to USEPA networks to transfer data using systems other than the Environmental Information Exchange Network or USEPA’s Central Data Exchange, it will ensure that any connections are secure.
xxi. All geospatial data created pursuant to this Agreement that is submitted to the State Water Board for use by USEPA or that is submitted directly to USEPA must be consistent with Federal Geographic Data Committee endorsed standards. Information on these standards may be found at www.fgdc.gov.
xxii. If the Recipient is a water system that serves 500 or fewer persons, the Recipient represents that it has considered publicly-owned wells as an alternative drinking water supply. xxiii. The Recipient represents that it is not a corporation that has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability; and it is not a corporation that was convicted of a felony criminal violation under a Federal law within the preceding 24 months.
xxiv. The Recipient agrees to immediately notify the Project Manager in writing about any allegation of research misconduct involving research activities that are supported in whole or in part with USEPA funds under this Project, including fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism in proposing, performing, or reviewing research, or in reporting research results, or ordering, advising, or suggesting that subordinates engage in research misconduct.
xxv. The Recipient agrees to comply with, and require all contractors and subcontractors to comply with, USEPA’s Scientific Integrity Policy, available at https://www.epa.gov/osa/policy-epa- scientific-integrity, when conducting, supervising, and communicating science and when using or applying the results of science. For purposes of this condition scientific activities include, but are not limited to, computer modelling, economic analysis, field sampling, laboratory experimentation, demonstrating new technology, statistical analysis, and writing a review article on a scientific issue.
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The Recipient shall not suppress, alter, or otherwise impede the timely release of scientific findings or conclusions; intimidate or coerce scientists to alter scientific data, findings, or professional opinions or exert non-scientific influence on scientific advisory boards; knowingly misrepresent, exaggerate, or downplay areas of scientific uncertainty; or otherwise violate the USEPA’s Scientific Integrity Policy. The Recipient must refrain from acts of research misconduct, including publication or reporting, as described in USEPA’s Policy and Procedures for Addressing Research Misconduct, Section 9.C, and must ensure scientific findings are generated and disseminated in a timely and transparent manner, including scientific research performed by contractors and subcontractors.
xxvi. The Recipient agrees to comply with the Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (7 USC 2131-2156).
Recipient also agrees to abide by the “U.S. Government Principles for the Utilization and Care of Vertebrate Animals used in Testing, Research, and Training,” available at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/references/phspol.htm#USGovPrinciples.
xxvii. The Recipient certifies that no Project Funds will be used on:
a. Video surveillance or telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities), telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);
b. Telecommunications or video surveillance services produced by such entities; c. Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of the National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country; or
d. Other telecommunications or video surveillance services or equipment in violation of 2 CFR 200.216.
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City Council
Item No. 5.D
Meeting Date: July 22, 2026
From: Christina Burton, City Clerk
Title: Ratify the Nomination by Councilmember Ross to Appoint John Rivera to Serve on the Planning Commission for a Three-year Term to Expire June 30, 2029
RECOMMENDATION:
To ratify the nomination by Councilmember Nancy Ross to appoint John Rivera to serve on the Planning Commission for a three-year term continuing through June 30, 2029.
BACKGROUND:
The terms of appointment and term limits for City Commissions and Committees are established by the Cathedral City Municipal Code. Unless otherwise specified by law, ordinance, resolution, or other applicable authority, members of City Commissions and Committees serve three-year terms.
At the June 10, 2026 City Council meeting, the City Council ratified and made appointments to two vacancies on the Planning Commission. The nominations were made by Councilmember Gordon who nominated Colby Gregory and Councilmember Ross who nominated Todd Hooks. On July 6, 2026 Mr. Hooks sent an email to the City Clerk advising her that he would be unable to accept the appointment.
DISCUSSION:
The City received seven applications from parties interested in serving on the Planning Commission when the position was first advertised from April 1, 2026, through May 6, 2026.
The remaining five applications were provided to Councilmember Ross to review.
Councilmember Ross has nominated John Rivera to fill the vacant seat on the Planning Commission.
Commission Applications Received Name of Applicants
Planning Commission 7 Colby Gregory – appointed
on 6/10/26
Todd Hooks – appointed
on 6/10/26, relinquished
1 appointment 7/6/26
Luis Rubalcava
Rich Malacoff
Sunshine Herrera
Kimberly Davis
Pursuant to Resolution 2022-47, staff recommend that the City Council ratify and appoint John Rivera to serve on the Planning Commission for a three-year expiring on June 30, 2029.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact with this item.
FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN:
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Applications
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April 13, 2026
City of Cathedral City Staff,
I’d like to apply for an open seat on the Planning Commission.
I have previously served on the Planning Commission for ten years. I had to step down prior to completing my last term, when I was appointed to the newly formed, Historic Preservation Committee.
I still serve on the Historic Preservation Committee, and have served since the committee opened it’s first meeting in January of 2020, at which time I was the very first Committee Chair. I was also on the HPC Task Force prior to that when the committee was first being formed. I was tasked with drafting the City’s first HPC Municipal Ordinance.
I’m also currently serving on the Architectural Review Committee, and have served since 2007 when I first appointed to the committee.
I’m also currently serving as the Committee Chair on the City Development Code Update Steering Committee.
In addition, I’ve been a resident of Cathedral City since 1985, and I’m an Architect, licensed in the State of California since 2006. Architect License No. C30894.
Having served our City for nearly twenty years, I have a hands-on connection with much of our City’s history, progress, and connections with the people involved. I’ve seen what’s worked, and what’s failed, which gives me greater insight into making better decisions moving forward. My professional career in Cathedral City goes back to when City Hall was located on Perez Road.
Having said all that, I believe myself to be the most qualified candidate in this city, for this position. I sincerely thank you for your consideration.
Thank You,
John Anthony Rivera, Architect
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COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE APPLICATION
Commission/Board/Committee
on which you would like to serve:
Planning Commission
NAME: Kimberly Davis
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LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN CATHEDRAL CITY: 11 months
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Eisenhower Health
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member of the community and would welcome the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to its continued growth and future direction.
I would be honored to bring my perspective, leadership experience, and commitment to public service to the Planning Commission. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Davis
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KIMBERLY A. DAVIS, MBA, BSN - RN
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-a-davis-mba-bsn-bs-rn-4966488
630.205.0907
[email protected]
Cathedral City, CA
SUMMARY
Strategic executive leader with a multidisciplinary background across healthcare operations, corporate project management, and large-scale systems transformation. Proven ability to design and implement cross- functional initiatives that improve access, optimize resource allocation, and address complex community needs.
CONTACT
EDUCATION
MBA - Integrated Communication
– Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Nursing – Loyola
University, Chicago, IL
Associate Degree in Science of
Nursing - Galen College of
Nursing, St. Petersburg, FL
Bachelor of Science in Business
Management – DePaul University,
Chicago, IL
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Eisenhower Health – Rancho Mirage, CA (Coachella Valley Region) Director, Case Management, Social Services & Utilization Management May 2025 – Present
• Lead a multidisciplinary department of 65+ professionals across case management, social services, and utilization management, overseeing operations that impact patient flow, system capacity, and access to community-based services
• Direct initiatives addressing social determinants of health, including housing stability, access to care, and coordination with local and regional resources
• Partner with executive leadership and physicians to implement policies influencing resource utilization, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency
• Design and implement workflows that align healthcare delivery with broader community needs and service infrastructure
• Drive data-informed strategies to improve throughput, reduce delays, and support equitable access across diverse populations • Collaborate on enterprise initiatives, including the development of a Geriatric Center of Excellence, focused on long-term population health needs
• Strengthen partnerships with post-acute providers and community organizations to improve continuity of care and reduce systemic barriers
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)
Stanford Health Care – Palo Alto, CA
Manager, Care Coordination (Emergency, Observation & Inpatient Services) September 2022 – May 2025
• Led workflow redesign and operational improvements to enhance system efficiency and care coordination across high-volume service areas
• Expanded department coverage to a 24/7 model, improving access to services and reducing delays in care transitions
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary leadership on initiatives related to readmissions, resource utilization, and patient flow optimization
• Contributed to planning and implementation of a new off -site hospital unit, including development of screening and admission processes
RN Case Manager
September 2021 – September 2022
• Coordinated care transitions and resource utilization for complex patient populations, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and system capacity
Kaiser Permanente – Bay Area, CA
RN Care Manager & Diabetes Educator
June 2019 – December 2021
• Implemented population health strategies focused on chronic disease management and prevention Provided patient education and care coordination to improve long-term outcomes and reduce system utilization
Alameda Health System / Highland Hospital – Oakland, CA
Per Diem RN Case Manager (Inpatient & Emergency Department) July 2020 – October 2021
• Coordinated care across inpatient and emergency settings, supporting efficient transitions and interdisciplinary collaboration
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)
Atlas Medical Staffing – Los Angeles, CA
Travel RN Case Manager
January 2019 – June 2019
• Managed care coordination across diverse healthcare settings, supporting resource utilization and discharge planning processes
Tsehootsooi Medical Center – Fort Defiance, AZ
Diabetes Educator
April 2018 – January 2019
• Delivered community-centered care in partnership with the Navajo Nation populations, integrating cultural, socioeconomic, and public health considerations into service delivery • Collaborated with tribal stakeholders and interdisciplinary teams to support health initiatives aligned with community needs and available resources
• Contributed to program development efforts aimed at improving access, engagement, and long -term outcomes in a rural and underserved community
Care Coordinator, Chronic Disease
February 2017 – March 2018
• Developed and implemented care strategies addressing complex medical and social needs within a resource-limited community setting
• Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to improve care access and reduce avoidable hospital utilization
Earlier Clinical Roles – Multiple Organizations (FL)
Critical Care & Acute Care Nursing
2014 – 2017
• Provided direct patient care in high-acuity environments, building foundational expertise in clinical decision- making and interdisciplinary collaboration
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BUSINESS & OPERATIONS EXPERIENCE
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Director, HR Operations – Talent Development Delivery
March 2009 – May 2011
• Directed large-scale operational programs focused on workforce development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness
• Partnered with senior leadership to implement enterprise-wide process improvements
Senior Manager, Human Capital Projects & PMO
October 2006 – March 2009
• Led cross-functional teams delivering organizational transformation and change management initiatives • Developed stakeholder engagement and communication strategies supporting enterprise initiatives
Hongkong Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC)
HR Senior Project Manager
August 2003 – September 2006
• Managed large-scale operational transitions and workforce initiatives across global teams • Led projects improving efficiency, compliance, and organizational performance
PUBLIC SERVICE & COMMUNITY IMPACT
• Advocate for equitable access to essential services, particularly for underserved and vulnerable populations • Experience addressing social determinants of health, including housing, transportation, and access to community-based resources
• Experience working with tribal communities, supporting culturally responsive service delivery and understanding the intersection of sovereignty, access to services, and community needs • Contribute to system-level strategies that align service delivery with broader community priorities
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COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE APPLICATION
Commission/Board/Committee
on which you would like to serve:
Planning Commission
NAME: Luis Rubalcava
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LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN CATHEDRAL CITY: Cathedral City
IF EMPLOYED, PLEASE LIST WHERE YOU WORK AND POSITION YOU HOLD:
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believe that my professional and educational background provides me with the tools necessary to make decisions that reflect the needs and priorities of Cathedral City residents.
Further, I have attended local Planning Commission hearings remotely and followed current issues, including various development applications, zoning verifications, and the important Zoning Code update. I believe the impacts of the City’s development code update will resonate for years to come and shape many aspects of housing development and overall design. I understand that many housing development decisions will be delegated to staff; however, the development code can lay a strong foundation for them.
In sum, I would welcome the opportunity to serve on the Cathedral City Planning Commission, contributing my personal experience, knowledge, and background to thoughtfully guide the City’s development. Thank you for your consideration of my application, and I look forward to the opportunity to serve on the Planning Commission for a City that’s been dear to me for a very long time.
Best,
Luis Rubalcava
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Commission/Board/Committee
on which you would like to serve:
Planning Commission
NAME: Malacoff Rich
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LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN CATHEDRAL CITY: 22 Years
IF EMPLOYED, PLEASE LIST WHERE YOU WORK AND POSITION YOU HOLD:
Altum Group, Principal Planner
15 Letter of Interest for Planning Commission Vacancy from Rich Malacoff I would like to be reappointed as a Planning Commissioner from District 2, from Council Member Nancy Ross.
For the past three years I have been on the Commission and was a Vice-Chair and Chair of the Commission which was an honor to do and gave me experience at chairing a Commission Meeting. I showed leadership by providing detailed analysis on projects and recommendations on how to make projects better to raise the bar in Cathedral City. It has been one of the great honors of my life in providing this service to the community My educational experience includes the following: Bachelot’s Degree in Geography rom Florida State University and a Master’s Degree in City Planning from Hunter College of the City University of New York. In addition, I have passed the exam from the American Institute of City Planners (AICP) which makes me a Certified Planner from the American Planning Association.
My work experience includes the following positions:
• Community Assistant with the City of New York. Work included processing Loft Conversion Applications per the City’s Zoning Ordinance. • Associate Planner with the City of Redlands. Work included staffing the Preliminary Review Committee, Environment Review Committee, and Historic Preservation Committee and processing applications before these groups. In addition, I processed Development Projects for consistency with Local and State Laws and made the appropriate presentations at Planning Commission and City Council.
• Senior Planner at the City of Cathedral City. Work included processing development applications and presenting them to the Planning Commission and City Council for approval. I also wrote Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Specific Plans to solve development issues and to streamline the development process. Lastly, my favorite thing was assisting people at the counter and helping them solve development issues with the City and find success with their homes and businesses.
• Senior Planner/Acting Director City of Desert Hot Springs. Work included processing development applications and presenting to Planning Commission and City Council. Lastly, I identified development issues and wrote Ordinances to solve development issues. Like Redlands, my favorite activity was assisting people at the Counter and helping them find success with their homes and businesses.
I would be honored for the City Council to reappoint me to the Planning Commission so I can continue to provide service to the Community and ensure that we get quality development. If reappointed, I look forward to providing more service to the Community. 16 CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY
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Commission/Board/Committee
on which you would like to serve:
Planning Commission
NAME: Sunshine Herrera
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LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN CATHEDRAL CITY: Cathedral City
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17 Subject: Letter of Intent – Planning Commission Appointment Dear Mayor Gregory and Members of the City Council,
I am submitting my letter of intent for appointment to the Planning Commission. As a resident, registered voter, and active participant in local government, I take seriously the responsibility of land use decisions and their long- term impact on our community.
My professional and civic background has given me extensive experience in land use, governance, and regulatory review. I have served in roles involving tribal governance, planning-related decision-making, and public policy, including work with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and the Indian Planning Commission. In these roles, I have reviewed development proposals, evaluated land use compatibility, and worked within regulatory frameworks experience that directly aligns with the duties of this Commission.
I understand that the role of a Planning Commissioner is not to simply approve projects, but to critically evaluate whether proposals are consistent with the City’s Development Code, General Plan, and long-term vision.
That responsibility is especially important as Cathedral City faces several key planning challenges:
• Cannabis zoning and land use compatibility: Cannabis businesses have become a meaningful part of the City’s economic base. Planning decisions must balance operational realities—such as odor control, location, and buffering—with the economic impact these businesses have on the City’s financial stability.
Zoning decisions should be thoughtful, consistent, and grounded in both land use principles and fiscal awareness.
• Housing pressure and state mandates: Like many California cities, Cathedral City is navigating increasing pressure to meet state housing requirements. The Planning Commission plays a critical role in ensuring that new housing developments align with infrastructure capacity, neighborhood compatibility, and long-term planning goals—not just minimum compliance. • Growth vs. infrastructure and quality of life: As development continues, it is essential to evaluate impacts on traffic, public safety, water resources, and city services. Smart growth requires asking whether the City is prepared to support new development—not just approving it. • General Plan and zoning consistency: Ongoing updates to the General Plan and Housing Element must remain consistent with actual development patterns and community priorities. The Commission’s role in reviewing amendments is key to maintaining that alignment and ensuring the City is not making reactive decisions without long-term strategy.
I bring a detail-oriented and accountability-focused approach to these issues. I am comfortable reviewing staff reports, identifying gaps, and ensuring that decisions are supported by clear findings and consistent application of the Code. I am also not afraid to ask necessary questions to ensure that projects are being evaluated on their true merits. My broader public service includes experience in budget oversight, regulatory compliance, intergovernmental coordination, and community engagement. These roles have strengthened my ability to evaluate complex issues, communicate clearly, and make decisions grounded in both policy and real-world impact.
If appointed, I will bring a proactive, informed, and independent perspective to the Planning Commission focused on transparency, consistency, and responsible growth that benefits the entire Cathedral City community.
Thank you for your consideration. I would be honored to serve.
Respectfully,
Sunshine Herrera
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