CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Study Session 3:00 PM
Regular Meeting 5:30 PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Raymond Gregory at 3:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Raymond Gregory, Mayor
Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Christina Gordon, Councilmember
Council Absent:
Nancy Ross, Councilmember
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A motion was made by Mayor Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gordon to excuse the absence of Councilmember Nancy Ross from the Study Session and the Regular City Council meetings of July 22, 2026.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor
SECONDER: Christina Gordon, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
AGENDA FINALIZATION
City Clerk Christina Burton announced that the title on Closed Session Item 3A should read:
Employee Organization: Cathedral City Firefighters Association (CCFA)
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no members of the public that wished to speak.
2. STUDY SESSION
A. Desert Recreation District Services Update
Recommendation: To receive a presentation by staff from the Desert Recreation District on the status of park maintenance and programming.
Anne Ambrose, Assistant City Manager, provided a quarterly update on Desert Recreation District (DRD) services. The following points were presented:
Measure W approved DRD partnership for parks services. Executed Service Agreement, Tax Exchange Agreement, and Annexation Status
Fiscal Impact
Expenditures through May 31, 2026
Gabriel Martin, General Manager, Ana Velasquez, Community Services Coordinator, and Scott Sear, Public Information and Legislative Affairs Officer, for Desert Recreation District (DRD), provided an update on the status of park maintenance and programming. The following points were presented:
Partnership Foundation
Park Maintenance in Cathedral City
Programming
Fall and Winter Program Highlights
Park Safety and Customer Care
Community Engagement and Outreach
What Cathedral City Resident Gain
Timeline and Next Steps
The City Council asked clarifying questions which were responded to by staff and the DRD representatives.
This item was a presentation only, and there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
B. Consideration of Assembly Bill 1775 (Cannabis Cafes) and Other Updates to the City's Cannabis Ordinances.
Recommendation: Staff recommends that City Council receive the report, discuss Assembly Bill 1775, and provide direction to staff regarding preparation of a future ordinance amending Chapter 5.88 and Chapter 3.48 of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to allow licensed cannabis consumption lounges to host indoor ticketed and non-ticketed events, live entertainment, and related lounge activities within the approved licensed premises, subject to all applicable State and local requirements.
Staff further recommends that Council receive related amendments to strengthen cannabis business licensing, tax compliance, enforcement, ownership and management review, appeal procedures, and general code cleanup so the City's cannabis regulations remain consistent with current State law and local operational needs.
Justin Gardiner, Code Compliance Manager, provided an overview on Assembly Bill (AB) 1775 and provided an update on Cathedral City cannabis ordinances. The following points were presented:
Recommendation
Background of AB 1775
Authorizations and Requirements Under AB 1175
Chapter 3.48 and Chapter 5.88 Alignment
Legal Provisions
Conditional Use Permit Process
Fiscal Impact and Enforcement
Implementation and Strategic Plan
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.
Public Comments:
Scott Rusczyk expressed his excitement related to AB1175 and offered observations and suggestions.
Kevin Lopez provided comments relating to striving for equality and the proposed ordinance.
Seth Berk expressed his support and would like to move quickly.
This was a presentation only, and there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
C. Code Compliance Volunteer Program
Recommendation: Staff recommend City Council receive the report, discuss the proposed Community Engagement and Enhancement Program, and provide direction to staff regarding implementation of a twelve-month pilot program within the Code Compliance Division.
Staff recommend a limited pilot program that would allow trained volunteers to assist the Code Compliance Division with community outreach, education, neighborhood enhancement activities, and observational reporting, while maintaining clear operational boundaries and preserving all enforcement responsibilities for represented Code Compliance staff.
Justin Gardiner, Code Compliance Manager, provided an overview on a proposed Community Engagement and Enhancement Program. The following points were presented:
Purpose
Objectives
Scope of Activities
Training and Eligibility
Implementation Considerations
Fiscal Impact
Recommendation
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff and legal.
This was a presentation only, and there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
D. Cathedral City Fire & EMS 2027-2029 Strategic Plan – Process Overview and Stakeholder Engagement Update
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report as an informational overview of the Cathedral City Fire & EMS 2027–2029 Strategic Plan development process.
This item was held over to the Regular Meeting and is reflected as item 5E under the Legislative portion.
3. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code 54957.6
Labor Negotiator: Algeria Ford, Assistant City Attorney and Asusena Soren, Human Resources Manager
Employee Organizations: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and Cathedral City Firefighters Association (CCFA)
Recommendation: There is no staff recommendation.
City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss item 3A.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session 4:51 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 5:09 p.m.
Mr. Vail reported that item 3A was completed in Closed Session and there was no reportable action.
RECESS
REGULAR MEETING - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Raymond Gregory at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Raymond Gregory.
INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Mayor Pro Tem Ernesto Gutierrez offered the Invocation.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Raymond Gregory, Mayor
Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Christina Gordon, Councilmember
Council Absent:
Nancy Ross, Councilmember
The absence of Councilmember Ross was approved during the Study Session meeting.
AGENDA FINALIZATION
Item 2D from the Study Session meeting was heard as item 5E under the Legislative portion of the Regular Meeting.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
In-Person Public Comments:
Paul Wedekind expressed concern about her neighbor’s driveway and city staff.
Erik Castillo provided comments related to data centers as they relate to the development code update.
David Bernard discussed a recent weather event that affected the C4 facility.
Kara Robinson provided comments related to data centers as they relate to the development code update.
Zoom Public Comments:
Debbie Price expressed her concern related to an incident that occurred at the C4 facility.
David O’Brien expressed concern related to FLOCK cameras.
Janet Ream expressed concern related to an incident that occurred at the C4 facility and the cannabis odor.
2. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Christina Gordon reported on the following:
Her attendance at the Mary Pickford Kids Summer Movies event Her attendance at the Desert Recreation District’s Splash Bash event Her ride along tour with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) staff
Her attendance at the Coachella Valley Homeless Committee meeting Her attendance at the ribbon cutting for Farmer Boys
Her attendance at the Street Topper event for Richard Altman Her attendance at the CVAG General Assembly meeting
Her meetings with various city staff
Her ride along with the City’s Community Behavior Assessment Team Her attendance at three meet and greets in the Community Her attendance at the Police Explorers SWAT event at Desert Hot Springs High School
Councilmember Rita Lamb reported on the following:
Her ride along tour with the CVAG staff
Her attendance at the City’s Commissioners and Committee Member recognition event
Her attendance at a CVRep show
She recognized Cathedral City student, Valentina Placencia for the Do the Right Thing Awards
Her attendance at the Desert R.A.T.S. event
Her attendance at the Development Code meeting at the Cathedral City Library Her attendance at the Dinner with Patsi event
Her attendance at the Senior Center’s Food Bank
Her viewing of the recent Planning Commission meeting
Her vote for the Esperanza Park mural
Mayor Pro Tem Ernesto Gutierrez reported on the following:
His courses in Real Estate
His appointment to obtain candidate nomination paperwork His catch-up on work
His meeting with City Manager Firestine
His meetings with local developers and business owners His assistance to residents regarding code compliance and building guidance His attendance at the ribbon cutting for Farmer Boys
His attendance at the CVAG General Assembly meeting
He encouraged residents to attend the Cathedral City Police Department’s backpack event
Mayor Raymond Gregory reported on the following:
His attendance at the groundbreaking for mid county parkway (Ramona Expressway)
His attendance at the CVAG General Assembly meeting
His attendance at the CVAG Executive Committee
His attendance at the Visit Greater Palm Springs Board meeting His attendance as the alternate at the Sunline Transit Agency Meeting His attendance at the Mary Pickford Kids Summer Movies event His attendance at the ribbon cutting for Farmer Boys
His attendance at the Street Topper event for Richard Almen His attendance at the Ethyl’s Place Bingo event
His participation as a Co-leader at a summer camp for teens His attendance at the Dinner with Patsi event
His attendance at the Bingo with Patsi event
His Big Bear and San Diego vacations
3. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
Recommendation: Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda M.O. 2026-111
B. Commissioner/Committee Member Attendance Record
Recommendation: Receive and File
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C. Approval of the Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes of June 10, 2026.
Recommendation: To approve the Study Session and Regular Meeting minutes of June 10, 2026.
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D. Check Demand May 2026
Recommendation: Receive and File.
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E. Check Demand - June 2026
Recommendation: Receive and File.
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F. Notice of Completion for the Whitewater Area Street Rehabilitation Project Phase II (C02610)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Whitewater Area Street Rehabilitation Project Phase II (C02610) as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion (NOC) with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Matich Corporation upon expiration of the notice of completion.
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G. Notice of Completion for the Sunny Sands Neighborhood Pavement Rehabilitation and Cathedral Canyon Drive Street Rehabilitation Projects (C02612 & C02613)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Sunny Sands Neighborhood Pavement Rehabilitation Project (C02612) and Cathedral Canyon Drive Street Rehabilitation Project (C02613) as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion (NOC) with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office for each project; and authorize the release of retention funds to Matich Corporation upon expiration of the notices of completion.
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H. Notice of Completion for the Cypress Road and Santoro Drive Retention Basin Project (C02609)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Cypress Road and Santoro Drive Retention Basin Project (C02609) as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion (NOC) with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Wright Construction Engineering Corporation upon expiration of the notice of completion.
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I. Notice of Completion for the Cathedral Canyon Drive Sidewalk Project (C02608)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Cathedral Canyon Drive Sidewalk Project (C02608) as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion (NOC) with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to S&H Civilworks upon expiration of the notice of completion.
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J. Notice of Completion for the Construction of the Cathedral City, Mountain Cathedrals Entryway Monument Project (C02601)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Cathedral City, Mountain Cathedral Entryway Monument Project (C02601) as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file notices of completion (NOCs) with the Riverside County Recorder’s office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Hoffman Steel Fabrication, Inc., Westcon Construction Services, Inc., Towers Electric, and Rhythm Electric upon expiration of the notices of completion.
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K. Notice of Completion for the Dream Homes Neighborhood Crack Repair Project (C02611)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Dream Homes Neighborhood Crack Repairs Project (C02611) as complete; authorize the City Manager to file a notice of completion (NOC) with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Riverside Slurry Seal, Inc. upon expiration of the notice of completion.
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L. Ratification of Agreement Between the City of Cathedral City and the Cathedral City Firefighter's Association.
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council ratify the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the newly consolidated Fire bargaining unit, Cathedral City Firefighter’s Association (CCFA), for the period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028.
Additionally, Staff recommends the City Council formally acknowledge that the Cathedral City Fire Management Association (CCFMA) and the Cathedral City Professional Firefighter’s Association (CCPFA) will no longer be recognized as separate bargaining units upon approval of the consolidated agreement.
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M. Approve a Resolution Adopting an Updated City-Wide Salary Schedule Recommendation: To adopt a resolution approving city-wide publicly available pay schedules in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Sections 570.5, 571, and 571.1. This resolution will supersede all previous resolutions regarding job classifications and compensation levels to the extent they conflict with this new recommendation.
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N. FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Recommendation: Accept the FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) subaward in the amount of $5,146 from the Riverside County Emergency Management Department, authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all required grant acceptance documents, and approve the use of grant funds to support the City's ongoing Emergency Operations Center (EOC) modernization effort.
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O. 2026-2027 California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Recommendation: To approve a resolution accepting the FY2026/2027 California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Front Grant in the amount of $25,152 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all related documents.
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P. Purchase of Police Vehicle for the Clinical Behavioral Health Assessment (CBAT) Officer Using Opioid Settlement Funds Recommendation: Authorize the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse in the amount of $63,381.07, including vehicle acquisition, outfitting, decals, and mobile data computer.
City Manager Andrew Firestine discussed an increase in the Dana Safety Supply, Inc and Dell Technologies invoices, which amends the total authorized amount of purchase in the recommendation from $63,381.07 to $64,108.71.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Lamb and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez to approve the Consent Agenda.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. AB 2561 Employee Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Recommendation: To hold a public hearing and receive and file this report.
Lidia Buelna, Human Resources Specialist, provided the presentation.
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.
Mayor Raymond Gregory opened the Public Hearing to receive public comments. Seeing none, he closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gordon to hold a public hearing and receive and file this report.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Christina Gordon, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
B. CFD 2006-1, IA #23, Formation, Election and Ordinance Public Hearing Recommendation:
City Council of the City of Cathedral City, acting on behalf of Improvement Area (IA) No. 23 (Forest Lawn) of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District (CFD) 2006-1 (law enforcement, police, paramedic, park and general maintenance services), adopt the following:
Resolution of Formation determining the validity of prior proceedings (Resolution 2026-22, Resolution of Intention)
Resolution Calling for a Special Election
Resolution Canvassing the Results of the Special Election Introduce, by title only, the 1 st reading of an Ordinance Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax
Mayor Raymond Gregory provided remarks related to the process of the Public Hearing and opened the Public Hearing to receive a presentation by staff, receive public comment and receive any oral or written protests.
Christina Burton, City Clerk, announced that the Notice of Public Hearing was published in accordance with the Mello Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 and proof of such publication is on file with the City Clerk’s office.
Patrick Bumstead, Senior Analyst, provided the presentation.
Seeing no oral protests or written protests, Mayor Gregory closed the Public Hearing and returned the discussion to the City Council.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to adopt a Resolution of Formation of the City Council of the City of Cathedral City determining the validity of prior proceedings establishing improvement Area NO. 23 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District NO. 2006-1 (LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIRE,
PARAMEDIC, PARK MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE
SERVICES).
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cathedral City acting on behalf of Improvement Area No. 23 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District NO. 2006-1 (LAW
ENFORCEMENT, FIRE, PARAMEDIC, PARK MAINTENANCE AND
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES) Calling for a Special Election.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gordon and seconded
by Councilmember Lamb to adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of the City of Cathedral City acting on behalf of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District NO. 2006-1 (LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIRE,
PARAMEDIC, PARK MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE
SERVICES) canvassing the results of the special election held within said district.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Christina Gordon, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
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A motion was made by Councilmember Lamb and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez to introduce, by title only, the first reading of an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cathedral City acting as the Legislative Body of the Community Facilities District NO. 2006-1 (LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIRE,
PARAMEDIC, PARK MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE
SERVICES) of the City of Cathedral City authorizing the levy of a Special Tax within said district.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
The City Council recessed at 6:48 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 6:55 p.m.
5. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Adopt A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager and Financial Services Director to act as the Official Designees for the Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program
Recommendation: To adopt a Resolution identifying the City Manager and Financial Services Director to act as the official designees to accept the grant from the Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program and authorize the City Manager and Financial Services Director to execute any and all documents related to the grant.
Erick Becerril, Economic Development Manager, provided the presentation.
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff. After discussion it was the direction of the City Council to amend the resolution to add a section as discussed this evening.
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A motion was made by Mayor Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez to adopt a Resolution identifying the City Manager and Financial Services Director to act as the official designees to accept the grant from the Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program and authorize the City Manager and Financial Services Director to execute any and all documents related to the grant with an amendment to add the following as section 5:
The authority delegated to the City Manager and the Financial Services Director in Section 4 above does not abrogate the authority of the City Council to receive a report on, review, and approve expenditures of the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant Program funds awarded to the City.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
B. A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Cathedral City Authorizing The City Manager To Conduct A Feasibility Study For Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts
Recommendation: Staff recommends City Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to conduct a feasibility study for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts.
Erick Becerril, Economic Development Manager, provided the presentation.
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Lamb and seconded
by Councilmember Gordon to adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to conduct a feasibility study for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
SECONDER: Christina Gordon, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
C. Approval of a Budget Adjustment to the CWSRF Septic-to-Sewer Planning Project (C01020), Acceptance of Additional (Clean Water State Revolving Fund) CWSRF Funding, and Approval of Additional Scope of Work Proposals from Ardurra, Inc. and Fomotor, Inc.
Recommendation: Approve a budget adjustment to the CWSRF Septic-to- Sewer Planning Project (C01020), utilizing additional Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) funding awarded by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); and authorize the City Engineer to accept the proposals from Ardurra Group, Inc. and Fomotor, Inc. for additional scope of work necessary to complete the project.
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Elizabeth Medina, Engineering Analyst, provided the presentation.
The City Council had no questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gordon to approve a budget adjustment to the CWSRF Septic-to-Sewer Planning Project (C01020), utilizing additional Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) funding awarded by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); and authorize the City Engineer to accept the proposals from Ardurra Group, Inc. and Fomotor, Inc. for additional scope of work necessary to complete the project.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Christina Gordon, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
D. 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.
City Manager Andrew Firestine provided an overview of the nomination made by Councilmember Ross.
The City Council provided brief comments.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb 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.
RESULT: PASS
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Gordon
ABSENT: Ross
E. Cathedral City Fire & EMS 2027-2029 Strategic Plan – Process Overview and Stakeholder Engagement Update
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report as an informational overview of the Cathedral City Fire & EMS 2027–2029 Strategic Plan development process.
Michael Contreras, Fire Chief, presented the Fire Departments 2027-2029 Strategic Plan. The following points were presented:
Strategic Plan Roadmap – Destination, Milestones, Guardrails, and Performance Checkpoints.
Starting Point – Building On a Foundation of Results
3 Years of Past Performance
Revenue Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Call Volumes
Chief’s Weekly Briefing – Metric Dashboard
Strategic Planning: Why Now?
Community’s Input
Plan at a Glance
Fourteen Step Planning Model
Top 5 Priority Investment Areas
Designed to Build the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
Accountability Structure
Road to Adoption
The City Council asked clarifying questions, which were responded to by staff. This was a presentation only, and there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
6. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There was no discussion on future agenda items.
7. CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Raymond Gregory adjourned the Regular Meeting at 8:22 p.m.
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