CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Study Session 3:00 PM
Regular Meeting 5:30 PM
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
MAYOR
Raymond Gregory
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez
Councilmember
Nancy Ross
Councilmember
Rita Lamb
Councilmember
Christina Gordon
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STUDY SESSION 3:00 PM
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.
2 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. STUDY SESSION
A. Approval of the Third Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council review the Third Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS), which will be considered at the Regular City Council Meeting of October 14, 2026.
B. CalPERS Update
Recommendation: To receive a CalPERS Update and Overview, with no formal action required.
C. Fall 2026 Special Events Preview
Recommendation: To receive a presentation only, with no formal action required.
3. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Matters: Two (2)
1. Zenergy v. City of Cathedral City, et al. RSC Case No.
CVPS2406355
2. Regional Water Quality Control Board, Colorado River Basin Region. Technical Reporting Order No. R7-2025-0020-01
Recommendation: There is no staff recommendation.
B. Public Employee Performance Evaluation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)
One (1) Position
Title: City Attorney
Recommendation: There is no staff recommendation.
RECESS
REGULAR MEETING - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
3 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
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 September 16, 2026 Special Study Session and Special City Council Meeting Minutes.
Recommendation: To approve the Special Study Session and Special City Council meeting minutes of September 16, 2026
C. Commissioner/Committee Member Attendance Record
Recommendation: Receive and File
D. Approval of the Third Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Third Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS) and authorize the appropriate City officials to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
4 E. Approval of the Development of a Satellite Training Ground at Fire Station 1 and Authorization to Expend Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC) and Instructional Service Agreement (ISA) Training Reimbursement Funds for the Purchase and Construction of Firefighter Training Props
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the expenditure of $95,317.26 in Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC) and Instructional Service Agreement (ISA) training reimbursement funds; and authorize the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute the necessary purchase and contract documents for Phase One, consisting of one twenty-foot modular Conex Box Training Center from Forcible Entry, Inc. in the amount of $95,317.26.
F. Purchase of One New Type I Ambulance – Fleet Replacement Recommendation: Cathedral City Fire & EMS requests authorization to purchase one (1) Medix MSV 170" Type I ambulance on a Ford F-450 chassis from Republic Emergency Vehicle Services (EVS), in the amount of $397,061.61, together with a five percent (5%) delivery/overrun contingency of $19,853.08, and a Motorola Mobile Radio in the amount of $10,234.83 for a total authorization of $427,149.52.
G. Acceptance of FY 2025 AFG Grant for Fire Station 2 Fire Sprinkler System Retrofit Project
Recommendation: To adopt a resolution entitled:
A resolution by the City Council of the City of Cathedral City, California accepting the fiscal year 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant, Award No.
EMW-2025-FG-04668, for the Fire Station 2 fire sprinkler system retrofit project, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related documents Accepting the FY2025 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG), Award No. EMW-2025-FG-04668, in the amount of $90,909.09 for a fire sprinkler system at Fire Station 2, approving the required $9,090.91 local match from the Fire Department FY 2026/27 operating budget, and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to accept the award and execute all related grant documents.
H. Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 9A: Traffic Signal Improvements at 12 Intersections (C08752)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 9A, Traffic Signal Improvements at 12 Intersections (C08752), 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 Elecnor Belco Electric Inc., upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).
I. Approval of a Budget Adjustment to the HSIP Cycle 11C Traffic Signal Hardware Upgrades Project (C08756), and Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Service Agreement with RT Engineering and 5 Associates Inc.
Recommendation: Approve a budget adjustment to the HSIP Cycle 11C Traffic Signal Hardware Upgrades Project (C08756), utilizing Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funding awarded by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans); and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with RT Engineering and Associates Inc. for additional construction engineering services necessary to complete the project.
J. Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 11D: Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades Project (C08757)
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 11D: Pedestrian Crossing Upgrades Project (C08757) 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 Onyx Paving Company, Inc. upon expiration of the notice of completion.
K. Yoga Classes in the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater - 2027 funded by the Parks and Community Events Commission Events Budget
Recommendation: To approve $3,100 from the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Parks and Community Events Commission Small Events Budget for the 2027 Yoga in the Park program at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater.
L. Approval for the Purchase of a Meridian Traffic Control Trailer Recommendation: Approve the purchase of one Meridian Archer T-1000 Drop Deck Trailer in an amount not to exceed $39,010.78 to support the deployment and transportation of the Meridian Mobile Barrier System and other heavy-duty traffic control equipment; and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase.
M. Amended Agreement for Services with Conrad Angel Corral for Cathedral City TV (CCTV) Production Services
Recommendation: Approve an amended Agreement for Services with Conrad Angel Corral for Cathedral City TV (CCTV) production services for a 21-month term, in an amount not to exceed $70,000 over the full term and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
N. Agreement for Services with Poderosos Latinos, LLC for SpanishLanguage Video Podcast Production Recommendation: Approve an Agreement for Services with Poderosos Latinos, LLC for Spanish-language video production services in an amount not to exceed $9,600 and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
O. Resolution of Intention to Establish Improvement Area (IA) No. 24 (Foothill Cove) - CFD 2006-01
6 Recommendation: To adopt a resolution entitled:
Resolution of intention of the City Council of the City of Cathedral City to establish Improvement Area no. 24 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (law enforcement, fire, paramedic, park maintenance and general services) and to authorize the levy of a special tax within said improvement area
P. Approve the Public Arts Commission's Recommendation to Start a Cathedral City Poet Laureate Program
Recommendation: Approve the Public Arts Commission’s recommendation to start a Cathedral City Poet Laureate Program, with Clare Chu serving as the City’s first Poet Laureate.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. First Reading of Ordinance to Update the Cathedral City Development Code
Recommendation:
To provide first reading, by title only, of an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cathedral City finding the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), repealing and replacing Title 9 (Planning and Zoning) of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to adopt a comprehensive update to the City's zoning regulations establishing the new "Cathedral City Development Code," and making related findings.
5. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Security Cameras and Dispatch Alert System
Recommendation: To approve the city hall security camera improvements, including the purchase of security camera equipment, associated wiring, and installation services, at a cost of $43,525.59, and approve the dispatch alerting improvements, including the equipment, installation, and programming, at a cost of $67,803.17. Staff further recommends City Council authorize a 20% contingency in the amount of $22,265.75 to address unforeseen conditions, additional materials, or other project-related costs that may arise during implementation; and approve a General Fund budget amendment for a total project appropriation of $133,594.51.
B. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapters 3.48 and 5.88 Regarding Cannabis Taxes, Licensing, AB 1775, and Odor Control Compliance
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council consider the proposed changes, waive further reading, read by title only, and introduce for first reading Ordinance No. XXX amending Chapter 3.48 (Cannabis Tax) and Chapter 5.88 (Cannabis Businesses) of the Cathedral City Municipal Code.
C. Ordinance 894 Amendment, 2025 California Building and Fire Codes 7 Recommendation: To introduce and provide first reading, by title only, and waive further reading of an Ordinance amending the previously adopted 2025 California Building and Fire Codes to correct minor numbering errors and clarify language related to Sewer Connections.
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
ADJOURNMENT
NOTES TO THE PUBLIC
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