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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION AND
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA
THE COUNCIL SITTING AS THE COACHELLA SANITARY DISTRICT,
COACHELLA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, COACHELLA FINANCING AUTHORITY,
COACHELLA EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENTAL ACCESS CABLE CHANNEL CORPORATION,
COACHELLA WATER AUTHORITY, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COACHELLA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND COACHELLA PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION
November 12, 2025
5:00 PM – CLOSED SESSION
6:00 PM – REGULAR MEETING
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Agenda City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting November 12, 2025
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CALL TO ORDER: - 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
“At this time the Council/ Board/Corporation/Authority may announce any items being pulled from the Agenda or continued to another date or request the moving of an item on the agenda” PUBLIC COMMENTS (CLOSED SESSION ITEMS):
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) Two (2) Potential Cases
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Section 54957(b)(1)) Title: City Manager
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT (Govt. Code Section 54957(b)(1)) Title: City Manager
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING: - 6:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS:
PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS/DIRECTION:
4. Imperial Irrigation District Presentation on the Formation of the Joint Powers Authority
5. Mexican Consulate 2026 Schedule Update
6. Update on the Coachella Boxing Club Activities and Introduce Boxers
7. Coachella City Facilities Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Presentation for Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Title II Compliance.
8. Eligible Uses of Community Development Block Grant Funds
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) (LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF 30 MINUTES. IF ADDITIONAL TIME IS REQUIRED FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS, THEY WILL BE HEARD AFTER ITEM NO. 15. PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR):
The public may address the City Council/Board/Corporation/ Authority on any item of interest to the public that is not on the agenda but is in the subject matter jurisdiction thereof. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
(It is recommended that Consent Items be acted upon simultaneously unless separate discussion and/or action is requested by a Council Member.)
9. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2025, of the City of Coachella, Coachella Sanitary District, Coachella Fire Protection District, Coachella Financing Authority, Coachella Educational and Governmental Access Cable Corporation, Coachella Water Authority, Successor Agency to the Coachella Redevelopment Agency and Coachella Parks and Recreation
10. Voucher Listing- EFT's/Utility Billing Refunds/FY 2025-26 Expenditures as of November 12, 2025, $4,172,841.76
11. Quarterly Reports - First Quarter (July - September) FY2025-2026
12. Adopt Ordinance No. 1227 Amending Section 16.12.140 of the Coachella Municipal Code Regarding Extensions for the Filing of a Final Map (Second Reading)
13. Adopt Ordinance No. 1226 Amending Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code Pertaining to Cannabis Business Regulatory Permit Regulations (Second Reading)
14. Lease Agreement with Sixth Street Coffee for property located at 1500 Sixth Street.
15. Authorize the Annual Subscription to Microsoft Office 365 Cloud Services for the Amount of $83,945.00
16. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-56 Authorizing the Submittal of an Individual Grant Application for the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) Beverage Container Recycling City/County Program in the Amount of $11,282
17. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-55 Authorizing State of California Cannabis Equity Act Grant Funding
18. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-57 Approving a Professional Services Agreement with Optimize Investment Partners, LLC for Investment Advisory Services
NEW BUSINESS CALENDAR (LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE):
19. Resolution No. 2025-47 Approving Reclassification Change From Construction Project Coordinator to Public Works Construction Manager
Agenda City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting November 12, 2025
20. Provide Direction for Selection of 2025 Hometown Heroes Honorees and the Parade Grand Marshal PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR (QUASI-JUDICIAL):
NONE
REPORTS AND REQUESTS:
Council Comments/Report of Miscellaneous Committees.
City Manager’s Comments.
ADJOURNMENT:
Complete Agenda Packets are available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office at 53-462 Enterprise Way, Coachella, California, and on the City’s website www.coachella.org.
THIS MEETING IS ACCESSIBLE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
City of Coachella ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Providing Accessible Programs and Facilities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act September 2025
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ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan for Public Parks and Facilities Acknowledgments
City Leadership
Steven Hernandez, Mayor
Denise Delgado, Mayor Pro Team
Stephanie Virgen, City Council Member
Dr. Frank Figueroa, City Council Member
Yadira Perez, City Council Member
City Staff
Lizzandro Diaz, CBO; Building Official
Anahi Fernandez, Management Analyst
Community Stakeholders
Many thanks to those who shared their feedback on this plan:
Sergio Aguayo
Robert Augustin
Araceli De Leon
Layza Taina Diaz Guerrero
Karina
Crisanta Lechugat
Bambee Rodriguez
Pilar Rodriguez
Agustin Torres
Matilde Valdez-Lechuga
Consultant
www.migcom.com
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Contents
1. Introduction................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Legislative Mandate ...................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Discrimination and Accessibility.................................................................................... 3
1.3 ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Requirements and Process........................... 4
2. Public Outreach .......................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Community Stakeholder Meeting One Summary ......................................................... 6
2.2 Community Stakeholder Meeting Two Summary ......................................................... 7
3. Self-Evaluation: Policies and Procedures...................................................................... 8
3.1 Self-Evaluation Results Overview.................................................................................. 9
3.2 Next Steps................................................................................................................... 10
4. Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities.......................................................................... 11
4.1 Sites Evaluated ............................................................................................................ 11
4.2 Accessibility Standards.................................................................................................13
4.3 Prioritiesfor Barrier Removal...................................................................................... 13
4.4 Barrier Removal Schedule ........................................................................................... 14
5. Plan Implementation ................................................................................................ 17
5.1 Triggers for Barrier Removal ....................................................................................... 17
5.2 Exceptions to Barrier Removal.................................................................................... 20
6. Responsible Employee, Notice Policy, and Grievance Procedure................................. 23
6.1 Disability Access Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities............................................ 23
6.2 Notice Under the Americans with Disabilities Act....................................................... 23
6.3 ADA Complaint and Grievance Procedure .................................................................. 24
7. Definitions................................................................................................................ 26
8. Program Accessibility Guidelines, Standards, and Resources...................................... 32
8.1 Federal, State, and Local Laws, Standards, and Ordinances....................................... 32
8.2 Guidance Documents and Articles – Creating Accessible Documents........................ 34
8.3 Guidance Documents and Articles – Web Design....................................................... 35
8.4 Guidance Documents and Articles – Signage.............................................................. 35
8.5 Training Resources...................................................................................................... 36
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Appendices
A. City of Coachella ADA Self-Evaluation Report
B. Accessible Policies and Procedures Matrix
C. City of Coachella ADA Barrier Summary Report
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1. Introduction
This Title II ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP or the Plan) for Public Parks and Facilities will support the City of Coachella to fulfill the requirements set forth in Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA states that a public entity must reasonably modify its policies, practices, or procedures to avoid discrimination against people with disabilities. This Plan will assist the City to remove policy and programmatic barriers to accessibility and will guide the City to develop physical barrier removal solutions.
The public engagement approach and feedback that was received is described in Section 2 — Public Outreach.
The evaluation of and recommendations for policies, programs, and services is summarized in Section 3 — Self-Evaluation: Policies and Procedures of this document. Section 3 details the review of City policies, services, programs, and activities and is based on responses to a program accessibility questionnaire, which was completed by City Staff.
A description of the evaluation of physical barriers in public parks and other public city facilities and the strategy for the removal of barriers is included in Section 4 — Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities.
An overview of the considerations that the City should evaluate and address when implementing barrier removal efforts is provided in Section 5 — Plan Implementation.
Section 6: Responsible Employee, Notice Policy, and Grievance Procedure identifies the City’s designated Disability Access Coordinator, provides formal notice of nondiscrimination under the ADA, and describes the City’s ADA grievance procedure.
Commonly used terms within this document and in the ADA are included in Section 7 — Definitions, and Section 8 — Program Accessibility Guidelines, Standards, and Resources lists guidelines and resources for addressing the recommendations included in this Plan.
1.1 Legislative Mandate
The ADA is a comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities in both employment and the provision of goods and services. The ADA states that its purpose is to provide a “clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.” Congress passed the ADA on July 26, 1990, emphasizing that the intent of the ADA was to dispel stereotypes and assumptions about disabilities and to assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for people with disabilities. Title II of the ADA covers programs, activities, and services of public entities. Under the requirements of the ADA:
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No qualified individual with a disability shall, on the basis of disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of a public entity, or be subjected to discrimination by any public entity .1 Furthermore, Title II of the ADA provides that public entities must identify and evaluate all programs, activities, and services and review all policies, practices, and procedures that govern administration of the entity’s programs, activities, and services.2 This Plan, and certain documents incorporated by reference establish the City of Coachella’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.
Application of Regulations
As a public entity, the City of Coachella is subject to the ADA’s Title II Requirements for State and Local Government Programs and Services and isresponsible for the provision of accessible programs and facilities that are available without discrimination toward people with disabilities. A fundamental tenet of Title II of the ADA is “the principle that individuals with disabilities must be provided an equally effective opportunity to participate in or benefit from a public entity’s aids, benefits, and services.”3 This principle is referred to as program accessibility.
A public entity may not deny the benefits of its programs, activities, and services to individuals with disabilities because its facilities are inaccessible. A public entity’s services, programs, or activities, when viewed in their entirety, must be readily accessible to and useable by individuals with disabilities. This standard, known as “program accessibility,” applies to all existing facilities of a public entity. Public entities, however, are not necessarily required to make each of their existing facilities accessible.4
As a public entity, the City is required to ensure program accessibility for the programs it provides to the public.
Maintaining Accessible Facilities
In addition to providing programmatic access, the City is obligated to maintain all accessible facilities in working order. Exceptions are provided for temporary disruptions. The ADA contains the following language regarding the maintenance of accessible features:
Maintenance of Accessible Features. Public entities must maintain in working order equipment and features of facilities that are required to provide ready access to individuals with disabilities. Isolated or temporary interruptions in access due to maintenance and repair of accessible features are not prohibited.
Where a public entity must provide an accessible route, the route must remain accessible and not blocked by obstacles such as furniture, filing cabinets, or potted plants. An isolated instance of placement of an object on an accessible route, 1 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart B § 35.130 General prohibitions against discrimination; and Subpart D, § 35.149 Discrimination prohibited.
2 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart A § 35.105 Self-evaluation. 3 DOJ, Title II Technical Assistance Manual II-3.3000 Equality in participation/benefits. 4 DOJ, Title II Technical Assistance Manual II-5.1000 General.
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however, would not be a violation if the object is promptly removed. Similarly, accessible doors must be unlocked when the public entity is open for business.
Mechanical failuresin equipmentsuch as elevators or automatic doors will occur from time to time. The obligation to ensure that facilities are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities would be violated, if repairs are not made promptly or if improper or inadequate maintenance causes repeated and persistent failures.5
The City of Coachella has designated a Disability Access Coordinator. The Disability Access Coordinator is responsible for tracking the efforts of the City to comply with Title II and for the coordination and investigation of accessibility-related complaints. The Disability Access Coordinator is also considered a resource for City Departments to achieve ADA compliance and assist with policy and program development to ensure program accessibility.6
1.2 Discrimination and Accessibility
This section provides an overview of physical and programmatic accessibility and the basic methods of providing access. Absence of discrimination requires that both types of accessibility be provided. • Physical accessibility requires that a facility be barrier-free. Barriers include any obstacles that prevent or restrict the entrance to or use of a facility. • Programs offered by the City to the public must be accessible. Program accessibility requires that individuals with disabilities are provided an equally effective opportunity to participate in or benefit from a public entity’s programs and services. Accessibility includes advertisement, orientation, eligibility, participation, testing or evaluation, physical access, provision of auxiliary aids and services, transportation, policies, and communication.
The City may achieve program accessibility by several methods:
• Structural methods such as altering an existing facility • Acquisition or redesign of equipment
• Assignment of aids; or
• Providing services at alternate accessible sites
When choosing a method of providing program access, the City is required to prioritize the method that results in the most integrated setting appropriate to encourage interaction among all users, including individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the requirements of the ADA, the City must provide equality of opportunity.
5 DOJ, Title II Requirements Subpart B § 36.211 Maintenance of accessible features. 6 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart B § 35.130 General prohibitions against discrimination, and Subpart D, § 35.149 Discrimination prohibited.
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1.3 ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Requirements and Process The ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan is intended to provide a framework for the continuous improvement of City programs and facilities for people with disabilities. The Plan is intended to be a living document that is regularly updated as programs and services change, as barriers are removed. This document includes both the programs and activities provided by the City, as well as physical elements in the parks and recreation facilities, and other city-owned or leased facilities provided for use by the public. The public right-of-way is not included in this iteration of the Plan and is intended to be added at a later date.
Self-Evaluation
The ADA Self-Evaluation identifies and makes recommendations to correct policies and practices in programs and services provided by the City that are inconsistent with Title II regulations and result in limited access for people with disabilities. As part of the Self-Evaluation, the City:
• Evaluatesservices, policies, and practices
• Identifies modifications needed to services, policies, and practices and • Involves people with disabilities in the self-evaluation process7 Programs, activities, and services offered by the City to the public must be accessible for people with and without disabilities. Accessibility applies to all aspects of the programs or services provided by the City, including:
• Notice
• Responsible Employee and Grievance
Procedure
• Customer Service
• Staff Training
• Contracting, Licensing, or Other
Arrangements
• Public Meetings
• Program Participation
• Transportation Services
• Tours and Trips
• Accessible and Adaptive Equipment
• Printed and Online Materials
• Website
• Televised and Audiovisual Information
• Telecommunications
• Emergency Planning
• Facilities
• Accessibility Practicesin the Right-ofWay
The City of Coachella evaluated its internal practices and procedures to determine current levels of service and the extent to which its policies and programs created barriers to accessibility for people with disabilities. Recommended actionsfor removing barriersto City programs, activities, and services are incorporated as part of this Plan.
7 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart A § 35.105 Self-evaluation.
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Transition Plan
The Transition Plan outlines a strategy for the City’s physical facilities to progress toward compliance with the ADA. The Transition Plan identifies physical barriers for people with disabilities and a schedule to remove those barriers over time and must:
• List barriers
• Identify feasible solutions to each barrier
• Establish a timeline for removing barriers
• Identify the person responsible for Title II compliance; and • Involve people with disabilities in the preparation of the Plan8 The City of Coachella completed a physical audit of public parks and city facilities to identify potential facility barriers and identify recommendations and alterationsto meetstate and federal accessibility standards. The types of facilities evaluated include:
• Community and neighborhood parks
• Buildings where City programs, activities, and services are provided • Publicly accessible portions of service facilities such as the corporate yard and wastewater treatment center
• City-owned parking lots
At the time of the facility evaluations, the following resources were used to identify barriers in physical facilities:
• 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
• 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 11B (CBC) with July 2024 Supplement • 2015 Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines (ABA) Chapter 10 for Outdoor Developed Areas
Codes and standards are revised every few years. The barrier evaluations conducted provide an assessment of current conditions as viewed by current code and provide a baseline for future barrier removal.
8 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.150 Existing facilities.
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2. Public Outreach
Public entities are required to accept comments from interested people, including individuals with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with disabilities, on their ADA SelfEvaluation and Transition Plan. During development of this Plan, people with disabilities, those that provide caretaking, support, or services to people with disabilities, and other interested Coachella residents participated in community stakeholder meetings to offer feedback on the self-evaluation and transition plan development. Feedback was collected during two meetings and one public comment period hosted online. To reach as many parties as possible, stakeholder meetings and public comment periods were advertised to the public through methods that included posting to social media platforms, visiting in-person to non-profits serving the community, and advertising on local radio shows. Each stakeholder feedback opportunity introduced the project and provided an open forum for residents of Coachella to ask questions, make comments, and give input on the prioritization of barriers and the draft plan. Participants shared their opinions and experiences related to City facilities, programs, and services as they relate to the ADA.
2.1 Community Stakeholder Meeting One Summary
On October 24, 2024, the City of Coachella held a hybrid community stakeholder meeting with some participants present at an in-person gathering at the Coachella Civic Center, and others participating virtually through an online meeting platform. The meeting was attended by City staff, consultants, and five Coachella residents representing a diverse array of disabilities and concerns.
Throughout the meeting, some common concerns expressed by the stakeholders included:
• Routes and public right-of-way – The need for improvements to pedestrian infrastructure and routes, such as repairing potholes, slippery surfaces on sidewalks, and unsafe curb ramps.
• More accessible options – A desire for access to more inclusive playgrounds and public facilities.
• Transit and mobility – A desire for expansion of accessibility projects beyond major thoroughfares and streets. For example, stakeholders requested a more extensive transit system, as well as improvements in the public right-of-way on tributary routes that are needed to access the busier main streets from residential areas.
When asked about barrier prioritization, participants preferred the following criteria:
• Level of use – more frequently-used facilities to be prioritized over less frequently-used facilities.
• Program uniqueness – facilities that host programs and services not available elsewhere to be prioritized over redundant facilities.
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• Complaints and requests – facilities that are the subject of user complaints and/or requests related to accessibility to be prioritized over facilities that have not received complaints.
• Access to sites and features – routes that provide access to the main entrances or features of a site deserve high priority.
Other feedback from the meeting participants included the following:
• Participants want the City to proactively work with K-12 schools and youths with disabilities, since they will become adult members of the community. • Participants appreciate the fully accessible bus line in the heart of the city. • Participants emphasize the importance of having other meetings that inform individuals with disabilities about what services and facilities will be accessible and available to them.
• Participants asked questions regarding accessible parking spots that are not located on the closest route to facility entrances.
This feedback has been considered by the City of Coachella and is incorporated into the prioritization framework of this Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.
2.2 Community Stakeholder Meeting Two Summary
The City of Coachella held a hybrid community stakeholder meeting on April 19, 2025. The meeting was attended in-person by city staff and online by consultants, a Spanish language translator, and one member of the public. The consultants summarized the contents of the Plan, but no comments were received about the Plan or the priorities described.
2.2 Further Comments
The City of Coachella values your opinion regarding this Plan. To share feedback on this SelfEvaluation and Transition Plan, you can contact the City’s ADA Coordinator:
Lizzandro Diaz, Building Official and Disability Access Coordinator 442-400-5751, [email protected]
53990 Enterprise Way, Coachella, CA 92236
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8 3. Self-Evaluation: Policies and Procedures
Under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all programs, activities, and services offered to the public by the City of Coachella must be accessible for people with and without disabilities. Accessibility appliesto all aspects of a program or service. Public entities are required to evaluate their programs, activities, and services, make modifications to potentially discriminatory practices, and provide the opportunity for individuals with disabilities or organizations representing people with disabilities to participate in the process. When a public entity has 50 or more employees, it is required to maintain a record of the evaluation, describe the issues identified, describe the modifications made, and list the interested individuals consulted as part of the process.9
The self-evaluation process identifies policies and practicesthat result in limitations to access for people with disabilities and makes recommendations to correct policies and practices that are inconsistent with Title II regulations. As programs and facilities’ uses change, intermittent review of accessibility should be conducted. If a public entity is the recipient of Federal Department of Transportation funds, a system for tracking program and service deficiencies and periodically reviewing and updating the self-evaluation is required.10 The City of Coachella does not currently have written policies or procedures for review as part of the self-evaluation. An Accessible Policies and Procedures Matrix (Appendix B), with guidance for the implementation of new accessible policies, has been provided by MIG. Meanwhile, a staff questionnaire was issued to representatives from 10 City of Coachella departments:
• City Manager's Office
• City Clerk
• Code Enforcement
• Development Services
• Economic Development
• Engineering
• Finance
• Human Resources
• IT Division
• Public Works
The questionnaire asked staff to answer questions regarding current practices and de facto policies within their own department that could impact the accessibility of programs, services, and communications to people with disabilities. The resulting Self-Evaluation Report (Appendix A) provides a point in time assessment of the City’s efforts to make its programs, services, and activities accessible to the public, identifies areas for improvement, and makes specific recommendations to align the City’s practices with ADA Title II requirements.
A broad overview of the Self-Evaluation Results is provided in Section 3.1 below. 9 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart A § 35.105 Self-evaluation. 10 Department of Transportation Title 49, Subpart A § 27.11(c) Compliance Planning.
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9 3.1 Self-Evaluation Results Overview
The self-evaluation questionnaire was organized into the following topic areas based on the requirements of Title II of the ADA:
• Notice
• Responsible Employee and Grievance
Procedure
• Customer Service
• Staff Training
• Contracting, Licensing, or Other
Arrangements
• Public Meetings
• Program Participation
• Transportation Services
• Tours and Trips
• Accessible and Adaptive Equipment
• Printed and Online Materials
• Website
• Televised and Audiovisual Information
• Telecommunications
• Emergency Planning
• Facilities
Based on the results of the survey, each of these topic areas have been categorized based on the recommended method of improvement. Three primary methods of improvement and the associated topic areas are listed below.
A. Revise Current Policy
Topic areas in this category show signs that an erroneous or ineffective policy may be in place and needs to be revised. Policy revisions are recommended for:
• Customer Service
• Website
B. Create Policy Documentation
Topic areas in this category show signs that staff may not have clear policies in place to ensure accessible programs and services are provided. A lack of documented approaches and resources can result in inconsistent application of Title II provisions. New policies and/or documentation are recommended for:
• Notice
• Responsible Employee and Grievance Procedure
• Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements
• Public Meetings
• Tours and Trips
• Telecommunications
• Emergency Planning
• Facilities
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C. Provide Training
Topic areas in this category received responses that indicate that staff may not have a clear understanding of how Title II requirements impact their work, what procedures are in place, and what resources are available to them. Updated training isrecommended for:
• Notice
• Responsible Employee and Grievance Procedures
• Staff Training
• Public Meetings
• Printed and Online Materials
• Telecommunications
• Emergency Planning
The City’s approach to the remaining topic areas (program participation, transportation services, televised and audiovisual information, and accessibility practices in the public right-of-way) were determined to be in compliance with applicable ADA requirements to the extent that those services are provided by the City.
Many of the omissions in City policies discovered through the staff questionnaire can be resolved with improved communication. City staff need clear communication about accessibility requirements, processes, and resources available to them in order to effectively and consistently deliver accessible programs, activities, and services to the public. Publishing information in an easy-to-find location and providing recurring staff training is recommended to ensure that City staff remain up to date on accessibility policies and can reference written information or reach out for assistance when needed.
Likewise, residents of the City of Coachella need clear communication of the City’s intent to uphold Title II of the ADA, its plans to provide improvements where needed, as well as access to information about the policies, facilities, program modifications, adaptive equipment, communication methods, and individualized services available to them upon request. Publishing and updating this information in an easy-to-find location helps residents with disabilities plan their participation in City programs and services with confidence and conveys the City of Coachella’s bona-fide commitment to equitable and inclusive practices.
3.2 Next Steps
As the City grows, the need for formal documentation of policies will increase. The City will use the Accessible Policies and Procedures Matrix to guide the creation of new policies that comply with the requirements of the ADA.
The City’s ADA Coordinator or designee will follow up with City Department managers to review the Self-Evaluation Report information and Accessible Policies and Procedures Matrix policies relevant to their department and coordinate with the department head or program manager to address the removal of any barriers identified. The City intends to make any necessary changes to policies and procedures within 6 months of the completion of this Plan.
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4. Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities
The process of developing an ADA transition plan includes identifying access barriers within the built environment. This Plan is organized into two parts: Parks, and other City facilities.
Detailed evaluation of the City of Coachella’s pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way (PROW) is not included in this iteration of the ADA Transition Plan. The City anticipates completing right-of-way evaluations within the next 3 years.
4.1 Sites Evaluated
The City of Coachella evaluated City-maintained parks and building facilities between April and May of 2024. The evaluation covered all portions of the exterior and interior features of the sites used by the public. The assessed facilities include public parks and other facilities such as community centers, civic buildings, and leased tenant spaces. Figure 1 on the following page illustrates the location of the parks and facilities listed below.
Parks
• Bagdouma Park
• Dateland Park
• De Oro Park
• Rancho Las Flores Park
• Tot Lot Park
• Veteran’s Memorial Park
• Shady Lane Park
• Sierra Vista Park
Facilities
• Bagdouma Park Community Center
• Bagdouma Park Swim Center
• Boys & Girls Club
• City Sanitation Department
• Coachella City Hall
• Coachella Civic Center
• Coachella Corporate Yard
• Coachella Library
• Coachella Valley Boxing Club
• Former Branch Library
1. Main Building
2. Annex I (Raices Cultura)
3. Annex II (Latino Commission)
• Former Chamber of Commerce
1. Area I (El Tranvia)
2. Area II (The Roaster)
• Former Water Billing/Fire Station
(Firehouse Bar & Grill)
• Senior Center
One additional facility, the Community Resiliency Center, was undergoing significant renovations as of the publication of this Plan; compliance with the applicable accessibility standards will be confirmed upon project completion.
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City of Coachella, CA Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities 12 FIGURE 1: PARKS AND CITY FACILITIES MAP
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City of Coachella, CA Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities 13 The site evaluations were accomplished using a consultant team equipped with measuring devices, City facility information, and evaluation checklists. Details of the assessment results are included in the ADA Facility Barrier Reports under separate cover. The comprehensive site evaluation ADA Facility Assessment Reports are a snapshot of the facility at the time of evaluation. The reports do not necessarily reflect actionsthat the City must undertake but rather constitute a list of elements that were not consistent with accessibility standards current at the time of the evaluation. The information contained in the ADA Facility Barrier Reports has been incorporated into an ADA Barrier Analysis Excel workbook with companion facility GIS data, which serves as the City's ongoing record of the occurrence and remediation of barriers, to be updated over time as the City removes barriers or finds programmatic solutions to barriers. The record is maintained by the City's ADA Coordinator or designee. In compliance with the requirements of the ADA, the City will maintain in working order features that are required to provide access to individuals with disabilities.
4.2 Accessibility Standards
The following standards were used to evaluate and identify barriers at the parks and citywide facilities:
• 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards
• 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 11B (CBC) with July 2024 Supplement • 2015 Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines (ABA) Codes and standards are revised every few years; The barrier evaluations that are the basis of this Plan provide a baseline for future barrier removal. When construction activities are conducted for accessibility barrier removal, those changes must be designed to comply with the applicable standards at the time that the renovation is undertaken. See Section 4.4 Barrier Removal Schedule for details on the projected timeline.
4.3 Priorities for Barrier Removal
Prioritizing the removal of barriers at City of Coachella facilities is an important component of developing and implementing an ADA transition plan. The following criteria were considered in the schedule for removing barriers:
• Level of Use*: Facilities that have a high level of public use are a higher priority. • Complaints or Requests*: Facilities that have received access-related complaints or requests are prioritized over facilities that have not. • Program Uniqueness*: Facilities with unique features or program areas are prioritized over more general-use facilities.
• Planned Projects: Include ADA upgrades in capital improvement projects that are already planned to avoid redundant efforts.
Criteria marked with an asterisk were selected by the stakeholder feedback group.
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City of Coachella, CA Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities 14 The prioritization process applied was as follows:
• Level of Use: Park and facilities will be ranked in order of most highly used (1) to least used (8th place for parks, or 13th place for facilities).
• Complaints or Requests: Parks and facilities will be scored on a scale of 1-3:
1. Facility receives frequent complaints and requests related to accessibility.
2. Facility has been the subject of a few complaints and requests related to accessibility.
3. Facility has not been the subject of complaints and requests related to accessibility. • Program Uniqueness: Parks and facilities will be scored on a scale of 1-3:
1. Facility has a unique feature or program area that is not available at any other location.
2. Facility has an uncommon feature or program area with limited availability at other locations.
3. Facility has common features or program areas that are also available elsewhere. • Planned Projects: For facilities with planned projects, such as renovations or replacements, ADA-compliant accessibility improvements will be scheduled to be conducted as part of the planned project. An estimated completion year or time range for the planned project is indicated on Tables 1 and 2 in Section 4.4: Barrier Removal Schedule.
After the facilities had been ranked according to criteria above, the City adjusted the schedule to distribute the anticipated financial burden of improvements relatively evenly across plan years.
Access to funding, such as grant opportunities that become available for a specific facility in the future, may boost the facility up in the schedule. Additionally, the City may choose to leverage items that could be accomplished at all facilities regardless of rank. For example, if the City can contract parking lot striping for all facilities that need new striping, or if signage can be bulk ordered for all facilities, then the City may move to replace all instances of one element at one time.
4.4 Barrier Removal Schedule
This Transition Plan proposes a 10-year strategy for removing barriers that limit program accessibility at City facilities. The City will accomplish barrier removals in its facilities either through policy and procedure modifications to remove programmatic barriers, or maintenance and construction projects to remove physical barriers. Starting in 2025, the City will initiate maintenance and construction projects for barrier removal in two-year increments based on established priorities developed using the criteria and prioritization process described in Section
4.3. The barrier removalschedule for parks and other City facilities is summarized in Tables 1 and 2 on the following pages.
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Park Name
2025 -
2026
2027 -
2028
2029 -
2030
2031 -
2032
2033 -
2034 2035 +
Bagdouma Park X
Dateland Park X
De Oro Park X
Rancho Las Flores Park X*
Shady Lane Park X
Sierra Vista Park X *
Tot Park X
Veteran’s Memorial Park X
* Items marked with an asterisk are prioritized based on planned projects TABLE 2: FACILITY BARRIER REMOVAL SCHEDULE
Facility Name
2025 -
2026
2027 -
2028
2029 -
2030
2031 -
2032
2033 -
2034 2035 +
Bagdouma Park Community Center X*
Bagdouma Park Swim Center X
Boys & Girls Club X
City Sanitation Department X
Coachella City Hall X
Coachella Civic Center X
Coachella Corporate Yard X
Coachella Library X
Coachella Valley Boxing Club X
Former Branch Library
(Raices Cultura, Latino Commission) X*
Former Chamber of Commerce (El
Tranvia, The Roaster) X
Former Water Billing / Fire Station
(Firehouse Bar & Grill) X
Senior Center X
* Items marked with an asterisk are prioritized based on planned projects
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City of Coachella, CA Transition Plan: Parks and Facilities 16 The City reserves the right to modify barrier removal priorities to allow flexibility in accommodating community requests, petitions for reasonable modifications from people with disabilities, changes in City programs, and funding opportunities and constraints. The ADA Title II regulations state that if a transition plan takes more than one year to fully implement, it must contain interim steps to provide program accessibility. Because the City is working with a 10-year timeline, interim measures may be implemented to provide better access for the public pending the completion of major physical barrier removal projects. The City intends to pursue a variety of interim measures for providing interim access to programs, services and activities, including:
• Relocation of a program to an accessible facility
• Installation of directionalsigns
• Installation of a power door or lift
• Adjustments to operating mechanisms
• Temporary modificationsthat increase access
• Other actions that enable better access.
It is assumed that as facility barriers are evaluated in greater detail as part of future projects and complaints, some of the barriers may fall within the safe harbor provisions or other exceptions described in Section 5 — Plan Implementation.11 After programmatic modifications and maintenance issues are resolved, and barriers falling within safe harbor provisions are identified, the City will then update the inventory of barriers and, if applicable, revise the schedule for removal of the remaining barriers.
11 Facilities that are subject to safe harbor provisions under the ADA may remain in their current condition until the City plans to alter those facilities. Future accessibility improvements at these sites may be considered on a case-by-case basis. See Section 5.2 of this document for more discussion of safe harbor provisions.
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5. Plan Implementation
Title II of the ADA requires a public entity to “operate each service, program or activity so that the service, program or activity, when viewed in its entirety, is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.”12 This requirement does not:
• Necessarily require a public entity to make each of its existing facilities accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities
• Require a public entity to take any action that would threaten or destroy the historic significance of an historic property; or
• Require a public entity to take any action that it can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in the nature of a service, program, or activity or impose undue financial and administrative burdens.
The City will accomplish barrier removals with two strategies: policy and procedure modifications to remove programmatic barriers to be coordinated by the City’s Disability Access Coordinator, and maintenance and construction projects to remove structural barriers to be coordinated by the Department heads over the operating areas in which the structural barriers exist.
5.1 Triggers for Barrier Removal
The responsibility for ensuring barrier removal will reside with the Disability Access Coordinator, or designee. Two conditions determine when barriers must be removed: to provide access to programs, activities, and services, and when a facility is altered.
Program Accessibility
A public entity must ensure that individuals with disabilities are not excluded from services, programs, and activities because existing buildings are inaccessible. A state or local government's programs, when viewed in their entirety, must be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. Public entities do not necessarily have to make each of their existing facilities accessible. They may provide program accessibility through several methods including alteration of existing facilities, acquisition or construction of additional facilities, relocation of a service or program to an accessible facility, or provision of services at alternate accessible sites.
Facility Alterations
The City is also required to remove physical barriers when it alters a facility. Alterations are defined in the ADA standards §106.5 as “a change in a building or facility that affects or could affect the usability of a building or facility or portion thereof.” Many types of projects are considered alterations, including remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation, reconstruction, restoration, resurfacing of circulation paths or vehicular ways, and changes or rearrangement of structural parts, elements, or walls. Normal maintenance, reroofing, painting or wallpapering, or changes to mechanical and electrical systems are not considered alterations unless they affect a 12 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.150 Existing facilities.
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facility’s usability. For example, a project limited to an HVAC system that includes the addition of thermostats would affect a facility’s usability because it involves elements (operable parts) covered by the standards.
The ADA specifiesthat additional path of travel improvements are not required where alterations are performed solely for the purpose of barrier removal when undertaken pursuant to the requirements of the ADA.13
The standards ensure that opportunities for accessibility presented by an alteration are taken.
How and to what extent the standards apply is determined by the scope of a project and the elements and spaces altered. Only those elements or spaces altered are required to comply, but alterations made to areas containing a primary function (a major activity for which a facility is intended) also require an accessible path of travel.
When altering a primary function area, the ADA requiresthat existing barriersin the path of travel to this area must be removed to the maximum extent that is technically feasible, as long as the costs are not disproportionate to the overall project cost. Path of travel elements include, but are not limited to restrooms, doors, telephones, drinking fountains, and the route itself. The expense for making these additional elements accessible is considered disproportionate if it exceeds 20 percent of construction costs; therefore, the additional amount an agency is required to spend on construction costs for path of travel improvements would be a maximum of 20 percent. In the event that a completely accessible path of travel cannot be provided within the 20% limit, the ADA provides a list describing the order in which elements should be prioritized:
1. An accessible entrance
2. An accessible route to the altered area
3. At least one accessible restroom for each gender or a single gender-neutral restroom
4. Accessible telephones
5. Accessible drinking fountains
6. When possible, additional accessible elements such as parking, storage, and alarms Note that in California, a similar provision requires improvements to the accessible path of travel to the altered area when conducting a renovation over a certain size, known as the valuation threshold. California’s valuation threshold is updated annually and can be found on the Division of the State Architect (DSA) website.14
13 See “State and Local Government Facilities: Guidance on the Revisions to 28 CFR 35.151” subsection in Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design https://www.ada.gov/regs2010
14 See DSA Procedure PR 15-01 for details on documentation required for path of travel upgrades
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Public Right-of-Way Alterations and New Construction
In an alteration or new construction project in the public right-of-way, the City must incorporate ADA accessibility standards to the maximum extent feasible.15 As part of the Plan’s implementation, the City’s Public Works Department should document all design exceptions.
The ADA Title II toolkit incorporates the following guidance about sidewalks and curb ramps:
• When pre-ADA streets or sidewalks are altered, space limitations may restrict the ability to install accessible curb ramps. In these cases, the installed curb ramps must comply with the ADA to the maximum extent feasible, but there are still requirements to meet. • In rare instances when it is technically infeasible to install a fully compliant curb ramp during alterations to pre-ADA roadways and walkways because of physical or site constraints, state and local governments must still provide accessibility to the maximum extent feasible. Before reaching a conclusion about technical infeasibility, public entities should consider the extent to which physical or site constraints can be addressed by alternative curb ramp designs. The burden of proving technical infeasibility lies with the state or local government that constructed it.
• When highways, streets, and roads are built or altered post-ADA, they must have curb ramps at certain locations: wherever there are curbs or other barriers to entry from a pedestrian walkway or sidewalk, wherever there are curbs or other barriers to entry at any designated pedestrian crosswalks that are located mid-block, wherever sidewalks or walkways intersect with highways, streets, or roads and pedestrians may legally cross the vehicular way, and at public transportation stops.
• For pre-ADA highways, streets, roads, and sidewalks that have not been altered, public entities may choose to construct curb ramps at every point where a pedestrian walkway intersects a curb, but they are not necessarily required to do so. Alternative routes to buildings may be acceptable where people with disabilities must travel only a marginally longer route than the general public.
Roadway Alterations and Maintenance
The DOJ, in coordination with the US Department of Transportation, specifies that public agencies are required to provide curb ramps or upgrade curb ramps whenever roadways are altered. An alteration is a change that affects or could affect the usability of all or part of a building or facility. Alterations of streets, roads, or highways include activities such as reconstruction, rehabilitation, resurfacing, widening, and projects of similar scale and effect per the 2010 ADA Standards, § 106.5). In July of 2013, the “Department of Justice/Department of Transportation Joint Technical Assistance on the Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements to Provide Curb Ramps when Streets, Roads, or Highways are Altered through Resurfacing,” document further articulated maintenance activities on streets, roads, or 15 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.151(b) Alterations.
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highways, such as filling potholes, are not alterations and do not trigger barrier removal. The list below distinguishes between roadway alterations versus maintenance activities:
Alteration
• Addition of new layer of asphalt
• Cape seals
• In-place asphalt recycling
• Microsurfacing and thin-lift overlay
• Mill and fill / mill and overlay
• New construction
• Open-graded surface course
• Rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Resurfacing of a crosswalk
Maintenance
• Chip seals
• Crack filling and sealing
• Diamond grinding
• Dowel bar retrofit
• Fog seals
• Joint crack seals
• Joint repairs
• Pavement patching
• Painting or striping
• Scrub sealing
• Slurry seals
• Spot high-friction treatments
• Surface sealing
5.2 Exceptions to Barrier Removal
The City is not required to remove barriers identified within a City-owned facility as part of the transition plan:
• Where programmatic modifications can be made to provide an equivalent experience • Where there are nearby and available equivalent accessible features • Where there are no public programs or activities provided at that portion of the site; or • When safe harbor conditions are met
The following sections describe some specific exceptions to barrier removal requirements in further detail.
Safe Harbor Provisions
The 2010 Standards introduced the concept of safe harbor, a new exception that allows facilities built prior to March 15, 2012, and that were in compliance with the 1991 ADA Standards to remain as-is until a public entity plans an alteration to the structural feature .16 This safe harbor is not a blanket exemption for facilities. If a public entity undertakes an alteration to a primary function area, only the required elements of a path of travel to that area that already comply with the 1991 Standards are subject to the safe harbor. If a public entity undertakes an alteration to a primary 16DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.150(b)(2)(i) Safe harbor.
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function area and the required elements of a path of travel to the altered area do not comply with the 1991 Standards, then the public entity must bring those elements into compliance with the 2010 Standards.17
This exception applies to elements that might otherwise have to be modified under:
• The program access requirement for public entities
• The readily achievable barrier removal requirements for places of public accommodation; or • The path of travel requirement for any alteration that affects the usability of a primary function area in any covered facility.
If a public entity constructed or altered required elements of a path of travel in accordance with the specifications in either the 1991 ADA Standards or the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards before March 15, 2012, the public entity is not required to retrofit such elements to reflect incremental changes in the 2010 Standards solely because of an alteration to a primary function area served by that path of travel. The 2010 Standards also identity structural elements that do not fall under the safe harbor provision.18
Historic Buildings and Facilities
Alterationsto a qualified historic building or facility must comply with the 2010 ADA Standards.19 A qualified historic property is one that is listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or is designated as historic under state or local law.
Barrier removals at City historic properties should be done in full compliance with the alteration standards for other types of buildings to the maximum extent feasible. However, if following the usual standards would threaten or destroy the historic significance of a building or site feature, as determined by the State Historic Preservation Office, exceptions can apply.20 Technical Infeasibility
It is also possible that an alteration is technically infeasible. Compliance for an alteration is not required where it is “technically infeasible.” The term is defined as “something that has little likelihood of being accomplished because existing structural conditions would require removing or altering a load-bearing member that is an essential part of the structural frame; or because other existing physical or site constraints prohibit modification or addition of elements, spaces, or features that are in full and strict compliance with the minimum requirements.”21 Where 17 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.151(b)(4)(ii)(C) Safe harbor. 18 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.150(b)(2)(ii) 19 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.151(b) Alterations; see also ADAAG at 36 CFR part 1191; Section 4.1.7 Accessible Buildings: Historic Preservation. 20 DOJ, 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design: §206.2.1, Ex. 1, §206.2.3, Ex. 7, §206.4, Ex. 2, and §213.2, Ex. 2.
21 Access Board. “Guide to the ADA Standards – Chapter 2: Alterations and Additions” https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/buildings-and-sites/about-the-adastandards/guide-to-the-ada-standards/chapter-2-alterations-and-additions
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technical infeasibility is encountered, compliance is still required to the maximum extent technically feasible.22
Undue Burden
The City is not required to take any action that it can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in the nature of its program or activity, would create a hazardous condition resulting in a direct threat to the participant or others, or would represent an undue financial and administrative burden.23
A determination of undue financial or administrative burden can only be made by the head of a department or his or her designee and must be accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for reaching that conclusion. The determination that undue burdens would result must be based on all resources available for use by the City. If an action would result in such an alteration or such burdens, the City must take any other action that would not result in such an alteration or such burdens but would nevertheless ensure that individuals with disabilities receive the benefits and services of the program or activity. 22 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards § 202.3 Alterations. 23 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart D § 35.150 Existing facilities and Subpart E § 35.164 Duties.
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23 6. Responsible Employee, Notice Policy, and Grievance Procedure Title II of the ADA requires a state or local government agency that employs 50 or more people to designate at least one employee to coordinate the City’s efforts to implement the plan and provide the name, office address, and telephone number of the staff responsible. Additionally, the City must establish and publish a grievance procedure and provide notice to the public with information on the protections against discrimination under the ADA.24
6.1 Disability Access Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities The Disability Access Coordinator is responsible for organizing and communicating the City’s efforts to comply with and fulfill its responsibilities under Title II of the ADA, as well as all other applicable state and federal laws. The Disabilities Access Coordinator’s responsibilities include investigating complaints that the City has engaged in any action prohibited by Title II. The City has designated an employee to fulfill these responsibilities.
6.2 Notice Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II regulations require the City to inform the public of the rights and protections provided by the ADA for access to public programs, services, and activities. It is the obligation of the head of the public entity to determine the most effective way of providing notice to the public about their rights and the public entity’s responsibilities under the ADA. Publishing and publicizing the ADA notice, such as the following, is not a one-time requirement. Public agencies should provide the information on an ongoing basis and update the information whenever necessary. The following is the City of Coachella’s current notice under the ADA.
Notice Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Coachella will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.
Employment: The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA.
Effective Communication: The City will generally, upon request with adequate notice, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilitiesso they can participate equally in the City’s programs,services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision disabilities.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The City will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy 24 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart A § 35.107 Designation of responsible employee and adoption of grievance procedures.
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24 all of its programs, services, and activities. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in City offices, even where pets are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or proceduresto participate in a program,service, or activity of the City should contact the office of the Disability Access Coordinator as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
The ADA does not require the City to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the City is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to:
Lizzandro Diaz, Building Official and Disability Access Coordinator 442-400-5751, [email protected]
53990 Enterprise Way, Coachella, CA 92236
The City will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retrieving items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
6.3 ADA Complaint and Grievance Procedure
This Grievance Procedure is established to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"). It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of non-employment- related services, activities, programs, or benefits by the City of Coachella (“City”). Employees and applicants for employment with the City should follow the City’s Personnel Policies and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements to file employment-related complaints alleging disability discrimination.
ADA Complaints
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the City of Coachella is not accessible to people with disabilities should be directed to
Lizzandro Diaz, Building Official and Disability Access Coordinator, 442-400-5751, [email protected]
53990 Enterprise Way, Coachella, CA 92236.
The complaintshould be in writing and contain information about the alleged discrimination such as name, address, phone number of complainant and location, date, and description of the problem. Alternative means of filing complaints, such as personal interviews or a tape recording of the complaint will be made available for people with disabilities upon request.
Grievance Procedure
Within 15 calendar days after receipt of the complaint, the Disability Access Coordinator or designee will meet with the complainant to discuss the complaint and the possible resolutions.
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25 Within 15 calendar days of the meeting, the Disability Access Coordinator or designee will respond in writing, and where appropriate, in a format accessible to the complainant, such as large print, Braille, or audio tape. The response will explain the position of the City and offer options for substantive resolution of the complaint.
If the response by the Disability Access Coordinator or designee does not satisfactorily resolve the issue, the complainant and/or his/her designee may appeal the decision within 15 calendar days after receipt of the response to the City Manager or designee.
Within 15 calendar days after receipt of the appeal, the City Manager or designee will meet with the complainant to discuss the complaint and possible resolutions. Within 15 calendar days after the meeting, the City Manager or designee will respond in writing, and, where appropriate, in a format accessible to the complainant, with a final resolution of the complaint.
Timelines for responding to a complaint may be extended at any step of the process when the Disability Access Coordinator or City Manager determines that such an extension is needed to effectively investigate orresolve the complaint. Complainants will be notified ofsuch extensions, All written complaints received by the Disability Access Coordinator or designee, appeals to the City Manager or designee, and responses from these two offices will be retained by the City for at least five years.
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7. Definitions
The following is a summary of many definitions found in this document and within the ADA.
Please refer to the Americans with Disabilities Act for the full text of definitions and explanations.25
Accessible. A site, building, facility, or portion thereof is deemed accessible when it is approachable and usable by persons with disabilities in compliance with technical standards adopted by the relevant Administrative Authority.
Administrative Authority. A governmental agency that adopts or enforces regulations and guidelines for the design, construction, or alteration of buildings and facilities.
Alteration in the Public Right-of-Way. A change to an existing facility that affects or could affect pedestrian access, circulation, or use. Alterations include, but are not limited to, resurfacing, rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, or changes or rearrangement of structural parts or elements of a facility.
Alternative Text. Refers to the text equivalent for an image appearing in an online document. It is read by screen readers in place of the image so that the content and function of the image is accessible to people with visual or certain cognitive disabilities.
Auxiliary Aids and Services. Refers to ways to communicate with people who have communication disabilities such as blindness, vision loss, deafness, hearing loss, a combination of vision and hearing loss orspeech or language disorders. The key to deciding what aid orservice is needed to communicate effectively with people with disabilities and their companions is to consider the nature, length, complexity, and context of the communication as well as the person’s normal method(s) of communication. Auxiliary aids and services include the use of interpreters, notetakers,readers, assistive listening systems, captioning and TTYs or the provision of alternate formats such as braille, ASCII text, large print, recorded audio and electronic formats like CDs and DVDs.
Blended Transition. A raised pedestrian street crossings, depressed corners, or similar connections between the pedestrian access route at the level of the sidewalk and the level of the pedestrian street crossing that have a grade of 5 percent or less.
Clear Ground Space. The minimum unobstructed ground space required to accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair and occupant. Clear ground space provides a location for a wheelchair user to approach and make use of an element.
Complaint. A complaint is a claimed violation of the ADA.
Cross Slope. The grade that is perpendicular to the direction of pedestrian travel. On a sidewalk, cross slope is measured perpendicular to the curb line or edge of the street or highway.
Curb Line. A line at the face of the curb that marksthe transition between the curb and the gutter, street, or highway.
25 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart A § 35.104 Definitions.
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Curb Ramp. A ramp that cuts through or is built up to the curb. Curb ramps can be perpendicular or parallel, or a combination of parallel and perpendicular ramps.
Disability. The term disability means, with respect to an individual:
• A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual
• A record of such impairment; or
• Being regarded as having a disability or such impairment.
Disability Access Coordinator. The individual responsible for coordinating the efforts of the government entity to comply with Title II and investigating any complaints that the entity has violated Title II. Also known as Disability Access Manager, ADA Coordinator or Accessibility Manager.
Discrimination on the Basis of Disability. Discrimination on the basis of disability means to:
• Limit, segregate, or classify a citizen in a way that may adversely affect opportunities or status because of the person's disability
• Limit, segregate, or classify a participant in a program or activity offered to the public in a way that may adversely affect opportunities or status because of the participant's disability
• Participate in a contract that could subject a qualified citizen with a disability to discrimination
• Use any standards, criteria, or methods of administration that have the effect of discriminating on the basis of disability
• Deny equal benefits because of a disability
• Fail to make reasonable modifications to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability unless it can be shown that the modification would impose an undue burden on the City’s operations • Use selection criteria that exclude otherwise qualified people with disabilities from participating in the programs or activities offered to the public; and • Fail to use tests, including eligibility tests, in a manner that ensures that the test results accurately reflect the qualified applicant's skills or aptitude to participate in a program or activity.26
Effective Communication. Communication with people who have vision, hearing, and/or speech disabilities is equally effective as communication with people without disabilities.
Element. An architectural or mechanical component of a building, facility, space, site, or public right-of-way.
26 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart B § 35.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
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Facility. All or any portion of buildings, structures, improvements, elements, and pedestrian or vehicular routes located in the public right-of-way.
Fundamental Alteration. A modification that is so significant that it alters the essential nature of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations offered. If a public entity can demonstrate that the modification would fundamentally alter the nature of its service, program, or activity, it is not required to make the modification. If a public accommodation (private entity) can demonstrate that a modification would fundamentally alter the nature of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations it provides, it is not required to make the modification.
Grade. The degree of inclination of a surface. Refer to Slope. In public right-of-way, grade is the slope parallel to the direction of pedestrian travel.
Grade Break. The line where two surface planes with different grades meet.
Having a Record of Impairment. An individual is disabled if he or she has a history of having an impairment that substantially limits the performance of a major life activity; or has been diagnosed, correctly or incorrectly, as having such impairment.
International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA). The ISA is recognized worldwide as a symbol identifying accessible elements and spaces. Standards issued under the ADA and ABA Standards reference and reproduce the ISA to ensure consistency in the designation of accessible elements and spaces. Uniform iconography promotes legibility, especially for people with low vision or cognitive disabilities. Guidance on use of the ISA under the ADA is available at https://www.access-board.gov/files/aba/guides/ISA-guidance.pdf Maintenance. Routine or periodic repair of all pedestrian facilities to restore them to the standards to which they were originally designed and built. Maintenance does not change the original purpose, intent, or design of public sidewalks, shared-use paths, curb ramps, crosswalks, pedestrian islands, or other public walkways.
Operable Part. A component of an element used to insert or withdraw objects, or to activate, deactivate, or adjust the element. The technical requirements for operable parts apply to operable parts on accessible pedestrian signals and pedestrian pushbuttons and parking meters and parking pay stations that serve accessible parking spaces.
Other Power-Driven Mobility Device (OPDMD). Any mobility device powered by batteries, fuel, or other enginesthat is used by individuals with mobility disabilitiesfor locomotion and designed to operate in areas without defined pedestrian routes.
Path of Travel. A path of travel is a continuous, unobstructed way of pedestrian passage by means of which a newly constructed or altered area may be approached, entered, and exited and which connects an area with an exterior approach (including sidewalks, streets, and parking areas), an entrance to the facility and other parts of a facility. An accessible path of travel may consist of walks and sidewalks, curb ramps and other interior or exterior pedestrian ramps; clear floor paths through lobbies, corridors, rooms, and other improved areas; parking access aisles; elevators and lifts; or a combination of these elements. Within the context of alterations, path of travel also includes restrooms, telephones and drinking fountains serving the altered area.
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Primary Function. A major activity for which a facility is intended. Areas that contain a primary function include, but are not limited to, the dining area of a cafeteria, the meeting rooms in a conference center, as well as offices and other work areas in which the activities of the public entity using a facility re carried out.
Program Accessibility. A public entity's services, programs, or activities, when viewed in their entirety, must be readily accessible to and useable by individuals with disabilities.
Public Entity. Any state or local government; any department, agency, special-purpose district, or other instrumentality of a state or local government.
Public Right-of-Way. Public land or property, usually in interconnected corridors, that is acquired for or dedicated to transportation purposes.
Qualified Historic Facility. A facility that is listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or designated as historic under an appropriate state or local law.
Qualified Individual with a Disability. A qualified individual with a disability means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable modification to rules, policies, or practices; the removal of architectural, communication, or transportation barriers; or the provision of auxiliary aids and services, meets the essential eligibility requirements for the receipt of services or the participation in programs or activities provided by the City.
Reasonable Modification. A public entity must modify its policies, practices, or procedures to avoid discrimination unless the modification would fundamentally alter the nature of its service, program, or activity.27
Regarded as Having a Disability. An individual is disabled if she or he is treated or perceived as having an impairment that substantially limits major life activities, although no such impairment exists.
Running Slope. The grade that is parallel to the direction of pedestrian travel.
Scoping. Requirements that specify what features are required to be accessible and, where multiple features of the same type are provided, how many of the features are required to be accessible.
Service Animal. Service animals are dogs (and in certain circumstances, miniature horses) that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting, and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.
27 DOJ, Title II Regulations Subpart B § 35.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
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Title II regulations now include assessment factors to assist public entities in determining whether miniature horses can be accommodated as service animals in their facilities:
• Whether the miniature horse is housebroken
• Whether the miniature horse is under the owner’s control • Whether the facility can accommodate the miniature horse’s type, size, and weight; and • Whetherthe miniature horse’s presence will compromise legitimate safety requirements necessary for safe operation of the facility.
Slope. Ground surface that forms a natural or artificial incline. Slope is typically conveyed as either a percentage or a ratio that represents the change in elevation between two points of an incline divided by the horizontal distance between the two points. • Cross Slope: The slope that is perpendicular to the direction of travel. • Running Slope: The slope that is parallel to the direction of travel.
Substantial Limitations of Major Life Activities. An individual is disabled if she or he has a physical or mental impairment that (a) renders her or him unable to perform a major life activity, or (b) substantially limits the condition, manner, or duration under which she or he can perform a particular major life activity in comparison to other people.
Major life activities are functions such as caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
In determining whether physical or mental impairment substantially limits the condition, manner, or duration under which an individual can perform a particular major life activity in comparison to other people, the following factors shall be considered:
• The nature and severity of the impairment
• The duration or expected duration of the impairment; and • The permanent or long-term impact (or expected impact) of or resulting from the impairment.
Technical Standards. Specify the design criteria for accessible features, including the specific numbers, conditions, and measurements that are required.
Technically Infeasible. With respect to an alteration of a building or a facility, something that has little likelihood of being accomplished because existing structural conditions would require removing or altering a load-bearing member that is an essential part of the structural frame; or because other existing physical or site constraints prohibit modification or addition of elements, spaces or features that are in full and strict compliance with the minimum requirements.
Telecommunications Display Device (TDD). A telecommunications display device for the deaf (TDD) is an electronic device for text communication via a telephone line, used when one or more of the parties has hearing or speech difficulties. Other names for TDD include TTY.
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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) or 711. The free, nationwide telecommunicationsrelay service, reached by calling 711, uses communications assistants who serve as intermediaries between people who have hearing or speech disabilities who use a text telephone (TTY) or text messaging and people who use standard voice telephones. The communications assistant tells the telephone user what the other party is typing and types to tell the other party what the telephone user is saying. TRS also provides speech-to-speech transliteration for callers who have speech disabilities.
Text Telephone (TTY). Teletypewriters or text telephones have a keyboard and a visual display for exchanging written messages over the telephone. The ADA established a free, nationwide relay network to handle voice-to-TTY and TTY-to-voice calls, which is reached by calling 711. TTY is a more general term for teletypes but is often referred to as TDD.
Vertical Surface Discontinuities. Vertical differences in level between two adjacent surfaces.
Video Relay Service (VRS). Video relay service (VRS) is a free,subscriber-based service for people who use sign language and have videophones, smart phones, or computers with video communication capabilities. For outgoing calls, the subscriber contacts the VRS interpreter, who places the call and serves as an intermediary between the subscriber and a person who uses a standard voice telephone. The interpreter tells the telephone user what the subscriber is signing and signs to the subscriber what the telephone user is saying.
Wheeled Mobility Device. A manually operated or power-driven device designed primarily for use by an individual with a mobility disability for the main purpose of indoor or of both indoor and outdoor locomotion. Also referred to as a manual wheelchair, a power wheelchair, or an electric scooter.
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32 8. Program Accessibility Guidelines, Standards, and Resources
8.1 Federal, State, and Local Laws, Standards, and Ordinances Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II Regulations Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-28/chapter-I/part-35 U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section provides many free ADA materials including the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) text. Printed materials may be ordered by calling the ADA Information Line [800-514-0301 (Voice) or 800-514-0383 (TTY)].
Publications are available in standard print as well aslarge print, audiotape, braille, and computer disk for people with disabilities. Documents, including the following publications, can also be downloaded from the Department of Justice website. http://www.ada.gov/ • Title II Technical Assistance Manual (1993) and Yearly Supplements. http://www.ada.gov/taman2.html
• Accessibility of State and Local Government Websites to People with Disabilities. 2003. https://www.ada.gov/websites2.htm
• ADA Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments. 2008. https://www.ada.gov/pcatoolkit/abouttoolkit.htm
• ADA Guide for Small Towns. 2000. http://www.ada.gov/smtown.htm • The ADA and City Governments: Common Problems. 2000.
http://www.ada.gov/comprob.htm
• ADA Requirements: Effective Communication. 2014. https://www.ada.gov/effectivecomm.htm • ADA Requirements: Service Animals. 2010.
https://www.ada.gov/service_animals_2010.htm
• ADA Information for Law Enforcement. 2008. http://www.ada.gov/policeinfo.htm • Commonly Asked Questions About the ADA and Law Enforcement. 2006. http://www.ada.gov/q&a_law.htm
• Communicating with People Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: ADA Guide for Law Enforcement Officers. 2006. http://www.ada.gov/lawenfcomm.htm • Model Policy for Law Enforcement on Communicating with People Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. 2006. http://www.ada.gov/lawenfmodpolicy.htm
• Questions and Answers: The ADA and Hiring Police Officers. 1997. http://www.ada.gov/copsq7a.htm
• ADA Requirements: Wheelchairs, Mobility Aids and Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices. 2014. https://www.ada.gov/opdmd.htm
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33 • An ADA Guide for Local Governments: Making Community Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities. 2008. https://www.ada.gov/emergencyprepguide.htm
• Access for 9-1-1 and Telephone Emergency Services. 1998. http://www.ada.gov/911ta.htm
• The Americans with Disabilities Act and Other Federal Laws Protecting the Rights of Voters with Disabilities. 2014.
https://www.ada.gov/ada_voting/ada_voting_ta.htm
• ADA Checklist for Polling Places. 2016.
https://www.ada.gov/votingchecklist.htm#toc1
U.S. Access Board
The Access Board is an independent federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards. Created in 1973 to ensure access to federally funded facilities, the Board is now a leading source of information on accessible design. The Board develops and maintains design criteria for the built environment, transit vehicles, information and communication technology, and medical diagnostic equipment under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and other laws. It also provides technical assistance and training on these requirements and on accessible design and continues to enforce accessibility standards that apply to federally funded facilities under the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (ABA). https://www.access-board.gov/
State of California
The State of California Department of Consumer and Business Services, Building Codes Division establishes the standards for construction through the California Structural Specialty Code adopted pursuant to OAR chapter 918, division 8. As of the writing of this document, California’s provisions for accessibility standards for new construction are the 2022 California Specialty Structural Code, Chapter 11, the ICC/ANSI A117.1-2017 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities incorporated by reference, and the California Transportation Commission Standards for Accessible Parking Places dated August 2018. Existing buildings fall under the 2021 California Existing Building Code (OEBC) and California Revised Statute (ORS) 447.241: “Standards for renovating, altering or modifying certain buildings.” Because building codes are updated every few years, the City should regularly review changes and update policies and procedures related to accessibility to ensure compliance with current code. https://www.California.gov/bcd/codesstand/pages/index.aspx
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34 8.2 Guidance Documents and Articles – Creating Accessible Documents Adobe Software
• Creating Accessible Adobe PDF Files. https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/creatingaccessible-pdfs.html • Create and verify PDF accessibility (Acrobat Pro).
https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/create-verify-pdf-accessibility.html • Other Acrobat training. https://experienceleague.adobe.com/en/docs/document-cloudlearn/acrobat-learning/advanced-tasks/accessibility-series/accessibility-series American Council of the Blind (ACB)
Best Practices and Guidelines for Large Print Documents used by the Low Vision Community. 2011. http://acb.org/large-print-guidelines
Braille Authority of North America and the Canadian Braille Authority Guidelines and Standards for Tactile Graphics (Web Version). 2012. http://www.brailleauthority.org/tg/web-manual/tgmanual.html GSA Government-wide Section 508 Accessibility Program
Create Accessible Electronic Documents (a compilation of federal guidance, checklists, and testing information for creating and maintaining accessible documents in various popular electronic formats, including Word, PDF, Excel, and PowerPoint). https://www.section508.gov/create/
Social Security Administration, Accessibility Support
Accessibility Resources for Document Authors. 2025.
https://www.ssa.gov/accessibility/document_resources.html University of Washington
Creating Accessible Documents. https://www.washington.edu/accessibility/documents/
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National Center for Accessible Media (NCAM)
NCAM is a research and development facility dedicated to addressing barriers to media and emerging technologies for people with disabilities in their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities. NCAM is part of the Media Access Group at Boston public broadcaster WGBH, which includes two production units, The Caption Center and Descriptive Video Service (DVS).
Tools and guidelines for creating accessible digital media can be found on the NCAM website. https://www.wgbh.org/foundation/ncam/guidelines/accessible-digital-media-guidelines Utah State University, Center for Persons with Disabilities, WebAIM WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind) is a non-profit organization based at the Center for Persons with Disabilities at Utah State University that has provided comprehensive web accessibility solutions since 1999. Documents and training materials, including the following publications, can be downloaded from the WebAIM website. http://www.webaim.org/ Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
WAI develops guidelines widely regarded as the international standard for Web accessibility, support materials to help understand and implement Web accessibility, and resources, through international collaboration. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) was developed with a goal of providing a single shared standard for web content accessibility that meets the needs of individuals, organizations, and governments internationally. Documents and training materials, including the following publications, can be downloaded from the WAI website. https://www.w3.org/WAI/
8.4 Guidance Documents and Articles – Signage
APH Tactile Graphic Image Library
American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. (APH). The website requires registration for access, and it is free. http://www.aph.org/tgil/
Designing for People with Partial Sight and Color Deficiencies Arditi, Aries. Effective Color Contrast: 2005.
https://pages.mtu.edu/~nilufer/classes/cs3611/interesting-stuff/designing-with-colors1/color_contrast.htm Signage and the 2010 ADA Standards
Luminant Design LLC. v2.1. 2011. http://www.luminantdesign.com/ada.html Signage Requirementsin the 2010 Standardsfor Accessible Design Society for Experiential Graphic Design (SEGD). 2024.
https://segd.org/resources/segd-2012-ada-white-paper-update/
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36 U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service – Harpers Ferry Center Accessibility Committee
Harpers Ferry Center (HFC)serves asthe Interpretive Design Center for the National Park Service.
HFC works to ensure that the highest level of accessibility that is reasonable is incorporated into all aspects of interpretive media, planning, design, and construction. This includes ensuring that all new interpretive media are provided in such a way as to be accessible to and usable by all people with a disability. It also means all existing practices and procedures are evaluated to determine the degree to which they are currently accessible to all visitors, and modifications are made to assure conformance with applicable laws and regulations. The HFC website includes accessibility resources, guidelines and updates, Department of the Interior Section 504, photographs of best practices, and more. http://www.nps.gov/hfc/accessibility/
8.5 Training Resources
ADA National Network
2020. https://adata.org/ada-training
Great Lakes ADA Center
2020. http://www.adagreatlakes.org/ProgramsAndServices/Trainings/ Northwest ADA Center
2020. http://nwadacenter.org/training
United States Access Board
2020. https://www.access-board.gov/training
Southeast ADA Center
2025. https://adasoutheast.org/training/
ADA Coordinator Training Certificate Program
2025. https://www.adacoordinator.org/
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Contents
1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 3 2 Questionnaire Results and Recommendations.............................................................................................. 4
2.1 Notice..........................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Responsible Employee and Grievance Procedure........................................................................................5
2.3 Customer Service.........................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Staff Training...............................................................................................................................................8
2.5 Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements..........................................................................................9
2.6 Public Meetings.........................................................................................................................................10
2.7 Program Participation...............................................................................................................................12
2.8 Transportation Services.............................................................................................................................12
2.9 Tours and Trips..........................................................................................................................................13
2.10 Accessible and Adaptive Equipment..........................................................................................................13
2.11 Printed and Online Materials....................................................................................................................14
2.12 Website .....................................................................................................................................................15
2.13 Televised and Audiovisual Information .....................................................................................................16
2.14 Telecommunications .................................................................................................................................17
2.15 Emergency Planning..................................................................................................................................17
2.16 Facilities ....................................................................................................................................................19
2.17 Accessibility Practices in the Right-of-Way ...............................................................................................20 3 Summary and Conclusion............................................................................................................................ 21 Required Actions List ...............................................................................................................................................21 Conclusion ...............................................................................................................................................................25
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1 Introduction
According to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all programs, activities, and services offered to the public by the City of Coachella must be accessible for people with and without disabilities. Accessibility applies to all aspects of a program or service. Under Title II, public entities are required to evaluate their programs, activities, and services, make modifications to potentially discriminatory practices, and provide the opportunity for individuals with disabilities or organizations representing people with disabilitiesto participate in the process. The self-evaluation process identifies barriers and makes recommendations to correct policies and practices that are inconsistent with Title II requirements. When a public entity has 50 or more employees, it is required to maintain a record of the examination, describe the issues identified, describe the modifications made, and list the interested individuals consulted as part of the process (28 CFR 35.105). As programs and facility uses change, a re-review of accessibility practices should be conducted. If a public entity is the recipient of federal funds, a system for tracking program and service deficiencies, as well as periodically reviewing and updating the self-evaluation is required (29 U.S.C. 794; 49 CFR
27.121 (b)).
The City of Coachella does not currently have written policies or procedures for review as part of the self-evaluation. As the City grows, the need for formal documentation of policies will increase. An Accessible Policies and Procedures Memo, with recommendations for ensuring that policies created by the City of Coachella comply with the requirements of the ADA, is provided under a separate cover. In lieu of reviewing formal policy documents, this report summarizes the results of a staff questionnaire issued to representatives from 11 City of Coachella departments:
• Development Services
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Engineering
• City Manager's Office
• City Clerk
• Economic Development
• Finance
• Code Enforcement
• City Manager's Office
• IT Division
The questionnaire asked staff to answer questions regarding practices within their own department, to the best of their knowledge. Results summarized in this report provide a snapshot of the City’s efforts to make its programs, services, and activities accessible to the public, and identifies opportunities for staff training and areas where changes to City policies and practices are required.
The ADA Coordinator or designee will follow up with department managers to review the ADA Self-Evaluation Report information and Accessible Policies and Procedures Memo recommendations relevant to their department. In those situations where a policy, program, or procedure creates a barrier to accessibility, the ADA Coordinator or designee will coordinate with the department head or program manager to address the removal of the barrier.
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2 Questionnaire Results and Recommendations
Examples of policies include administrative rules, public documents, forms, applications, and the City's municipal code. This section is organized into the following categories based on the requirements of Title II of the ADA
• Notice
• Responsible Employee and
Grievance Procedure
• Customer Service
• Staff Training
• Contracting, Licensing, or Other
Arrangements
• Public Meetings
• Program Participation
• Transportation Services
• Tours and Trips
• Accessible and Adaptive Equipment
• Printed and Online Materials
• Website
• Televised and Audiovisual
Information
• Telecommunications
• Emergency Planning
• Facilities
Required actions are based on legislative requirements found in the ADA, or other published standards for accessibility. Some actions are always required, such as posting a notice of nondiscrimination, while other actions are only required when requested, such as providing alternative formats (for example, large print or braille documents). In many cases, the City has multiple options for providing accessible programs, activities, and services. This section also includes implementation strategies and links to the Department of Justice’s online best practices tool kit. The Tool Kit should be considered a helpful supplement to – not a replacement for – the regulations and technical assistance materials that provide more extensive discussions of ADA requirements. For the full “Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments,” see https://www.ada.gov/pcatoolkit/toolkitmain.htm.
2.1 Notice
Title II regulations require the City to inform the public of the rights and protections provided by the ADA for access to public programs, services, and activities (28 CFR 35.106). It is the obligation of the head of the public entity to determine the most effective way of providing notice to the public about their rights and the public entity's responsibilities under the ADA.
Publishing and publicizing the ADA notice is not a one-time requirement. Public agencies should provide the information on an ongoing basis and update the information whenever necessary. (www.ada.gov/pcatoolkit/chap2toolkit.htm)
Questionnaire Response Summary
The majority of the ten respondents of the Self-Evaluation were not aware of an official nondiscrimination statement, with only three of the ten respondents reporting yes. Of the three affirmatives, two pointed to the City employee handbook and MOU, and one pointed to
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the City of Coachella Personnel Rules and Regulations. One of the respondents also noted that nondiscrimination statements were posted in common areas like the kitchen and breakroom.
Required Actions
• Provide public notice of the City's commitment to providing accessible services (28 CFR
35.106).
Implementation Strategies
• Ensure staff are aware of the public locations of the nondiscrimination statement and the procedure for filing a disability discrimination or grievance complaint. • Provide notice of the availability of program modifications, alternative formats of materials, and auxiliary aids. Include contact information for staff who can provide assistance.
Establish a standardized advanced notice requirement and publicize. • Include a nondiscrimination notice in department publications, similar to the following with up-to-date ADA Coordinator contact information:
■ The City of Coachella does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admissions or access to its programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Justice regulations implementing Subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131-12134), which prohibits discrimination on the basis on disability by public agencies. • Republish and rebroadcast radio, newspaper, television, or mailings of the notice periodically, as applicable.
• Increase outreach to people with disabilities and the organizations that serve them to provide information about available modifications and the accessibility of services, programs, and activities.
2.2 Responsible Employee and Grievance Procedure
Title II of the ADA requires a state or local government agency that employs 50 or more people to develop and publish an ADA grievance procedure and to designate at least one employee to track and respond to complaints. In Coachella, the ADA Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the City's efforts to implement the self-evaluation and transition plan. The ADA Coordinator is responsible for investigating any complaints that the City has engaged in an action prohibited by Title II, and is often responsible for communicating the City's efforts to comply with and fulfill its responsibilities under Title II of the ADA.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Of the ten respondents in the Self-Evaluation, four answered that yes, they knew who was the designated individual responsible for ensuring the City meets ADA obligations. Respondents were split between Lizzandro Diaz and Celina Jimenez as the designated employee while
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another named Human Resources personnel as the designated individuals. The remaining six respondents were uncertain of who the City of Coachella coordinator was, with one of the six noting that there was no official designated personnel but that the building official (Lizzandro Diaz) was currently taking the lead.
When asked if there was a process for a discrimination complaint or grievance four of the ten respondents answered that they were unaware of any procedures. The rest of the respondents answered that the proper channels involved submitting a complaint through Human Resources and Risk Management, while one noted that anyone can submit a comment on the City’s website.
Regarding if their department had someone specifically assigned to manage accessibility accommodation requests, four of the ten respondents answered yes, pointing to the various individuals like Human Resources, Celina Jimenez, and Andrew Simmons. The rest of the respondents answered that their department did not have an assigned person to manage accessibility accommodation requests.
When asked if they had staff to rely on for expertise regarding disability issues, three responded that they were unaware or had no such personnel. The rest of the respondents identified someone within their department as having some expertise on ADA and disability issues.
Required Actions
• Provide the name, office address, and telephone number of the employee or employees responsible for ensuring the City meets its ADA obligations under Title II to staff and the public (28 CFR 35.107).
• Publish the grievance procedure to provide fair and prompt resolution of accessibilityrelated complaints (28 CFR 35.107). • Ensure that people claiming a violation of Title II are not retaliated against or discriminated against for making such a claim (28 CFR 35.134).
• If applicable, Department of Transportation fund recipients and subrecipients must keep complaints on file for one year and maintain a record, which may be in summary form, for five years (49 CFR 27.121 (b)).
Implementation Strategies
• Refine the role and responsibilities of the ADA Coordinator and determine whether additional employees need to be identified to support this position. ■ Provide training for this position and employees supporting this position with regard to knowledge of the ADA and other laws addressing the rights of people with disabilities.
■ Provide training on the various alternative formats and technologies that enable people with disabilities to communicate, participate, and perform tasks.
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■ Ensure that the employee in this position has or receives adequate training to negotiate and mediate topics involving the grievance process. ■ Ensure that grievances are documented effectively and addressed in a timely manner.
• Maintain a citywide page to address and inform the public on the city's obligation under Title II of the ADA. The citywide page serves to provide a one-stop portal for access to the ADA notice, ADA Coordinator, requests for auxiliary aids and services, program modifications, the complaint process, self-evaluation and transition plan documents, and other city efforts regarding accessibility.
• Provide an ADA barrier removal request form on a City web page. This barrier removal request form can provide an opportunity for a person with a disability to report a need or concern related to programs, activities, or services provided by the City without filing a formal complaint.
• When requested, provide information identifying locations for pending or in-progress grievances that have already been reported.
2.3 Customer Service
In-person interaction with the public is one of the primary functions of most City departments.
To meet ADA standards for in-person interactions, staff should be aware of the formal and informal procedures for accommodating people with disabilities, including appropriate responses to requests for program modifications and guidelines for accommodating service animals. Only dogs are recognized as service animals under Title II of the ADA; in limited cases, miniature horses that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities may also qualify to provide services. Emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companion animals are not considered service animals under the ADA.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Except for two respondents, the rest of the surveyed representatives said that they did not receive training in interacting with people with disabilities. Of the survey respondents, 7 of 10 said that they either don’t know or do not make changes to standard operating procedures to include people with disabilities. The remaining three representatives surveyed responded that yes, their departments do make changes to standard operating procedures, citing that public events are always held in accessible venues. However, when asked if there was a formal procedure for making changes, only one responded affirmatively, saying that staff would most likely have to prepare a draft for the City Manager and City Attorney’s review and City Council’s approval. The other surveyed individuals marked “no” or “don’t know.” No staff reported tracking accessibility requests, and one noted that they do charge an additional fee to people with disabilities for modifying programs or providing additional services. Every surveyed individual reported that they do not consult or work with outside organizations or groups that assist people with disabilities.
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Half of respondents reported that their department allows service animals to accompany people with disabilities while the other half of those surveyed responded that they did not know. None of the surveyed individuals reported knowing the two questions they may ask regarding service animals.
Required Actions
• Be prepared to make appropriate modifications to regular practices to accommodate individuals with disabilities’ needs when providing customer service (28 CFR 35.130). • Ensure an additional fee is not charged to people requesting a program modification due to their disability (28 CFR 35.130(f)).
• Ensure that service animals are allowed in City facilities (28 CFR 35.136). • Make reasonable modifications for people with disabilities who rely on a miniature horse that is individually trained to assist them (28 CFR 35.130(i)).
Implementation Strategies
• Ensure that staff members are aware of the City's policy regarding service animals and are trained to implement this policy appropriately. Make sure staff know the two questions they are permitted to ask regarding service animals:
■ Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? And ■ What work or task has the dog been trained to perform? • Develop a process for determining reasonable modifications as people with disabilities request them. The process should address the following considerations:
■ Ensure the public has easy access to information about requesting modifications and understanding who to contact.
■ Ensure all staff can direct a person requesting the modification to the appropriate staff member.
■ Ensure requests can be accepted from someone on behalf of the person with a disability and are not required to be in writing.
■ Ensure that requests and outcomes are tracked.
2.4 Staff Training
As a part of the City's ongoing staff development and training, the incorporation of disabilities awareness, standards, and resources is encouraged for all staff interfacing with the public or who maintain the facilities used by the public.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Every respondent noted that they have contact with the public. Over half (60%) of those surveyed were not aware of any staff training to include people with disabilities. Others cited that employees are given annual training on discrimination and disability sensitivity, as well as
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how to provide accommodations for hearing, visual, and/or physically impaired members of the public.
Required Actions
• Ensure that city staff are knowledgeable about obligations, policies, and procedures for providing accessible services, programs, and activities to the public (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR
35.160).
• Ensure that city staff are knowledgeable about procedures for responding to requests for modifications (28 CFR 35.160).
• Ensure that the relevant city staff are knowledgeable about the construction and maintenance of accessible facilities (28 CFR 35.133).
Implementation Strategies
• Develop and disseminate best practice resources for staff to formalize the City's approach to addressing accessibility concerns.
• Provide training to design and maintenance staff regarding accessibility standards and maintaining facilities in an accessible condition.
• Provide all department staff with ongoing awareness and sensitivity training. • Develop a comprehensive disability access training program. Educate staff about their responsibilities under the ADA. The City's ADA Coordinator or City supervisors should be responsible for ensuring that staff members receive training. Staff members who have contact with the public should receive additional training about the process of providing modifications and assistive devices to make their programs, activities, and services accessible. Ensure that training also includes information about responding to a variety of disabilities and the availability of program-specific adaptations, assistive devices, and modifications.
• Develop standard guidelines for training materials. These guidelines should include standard language that appropriately describes the city's policy on inclusion and nondiscrimination. Staff members should receive training in using the guidelines effectively. • Offer training to staff members that have contact with the public and wish to learn basic ASL communication skills. Training should emphasize basic communication and should not be viewed as a substitute for utilizing qualified ASL interpreters when requested.
2.5 Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements
All events on public property should be accessible to people with disabilities. Many public agencies rely on contractors, licensees, consultants, and other entities to deliver City services.
These entities are considered an extension of the City's services and must adhere to the same ADA regulations.
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Questionnaire Response Summary
Four out of ten surveyed representatives reported using contractors or consultants to conduct programs, activities, or services on behalf of the City. These ranged from consultants engaging in organizing public outreach events to independent contractors that provide services such as marketing, photography, or videography. Two of those surveyed reported that their department organizes special events or facilitates private events at City facilities, like organizing public outreach events for capital projects.
Regarding informing contractors, consultants, and event organizers of their obligation to ensure programs, services, and activities are accessible, only three surveyed individuals stated that they do ensure that information is communicated. According to one representative, all outreach events are required to be held in ADA accessible locations.
Required Actions
• Ensure that contractors, licensees, consultants, and other entities providing or delivering services for the city adhere to the same ADA regulations as the City (28 CFR 35.130). • Ensure the City selects procurement contractors using criteria that does not discriminate on the basis of disability (28 CFR 35.130).
• Maintain City facilities in an accessible order to help ensure the accessibility of events held by public and private organizations (28 CFR 35.133).
Implementation Strategies
• Ensure contractors, licensees, and other entities providing services to the public are aware of their obligation to make City programs and activities accessible. Provide checklists, resources, contractual language, or other means to help them understand and meet their obligations.
• Monitor public programs and activities provided by contractors, licensees, and other entities to ensure continued accessibility. Provide staff with resources for conducting this review.
• Inform organizations that coordinate or sponsor events at City facilities about applicable ADA requirements.
2.6 Public Meetings
Public meetings are a regularly occurring activity for public agencies. Any public meeting's main objective is to impart and solicit information on issues of importance to the local government.
Where these meetings are held is one of the essential considerations for meetings under the ADA requirements.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Seven out of ten surveyed individuals reported that their department does hold public meetings. All the seven departments that host public meetings are required to hold these
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meetings in accessible locations. Three out of the seven departments that hold public meetings either don’t know or do not provide American Sign Language interpretation, readers, or adaptive equipment when requested for meetings, interviews, and conferences. Of the four departments that do provide accommodation, three did not respond or are unsure of the required advanced notice to provide accommodations, while one reports a necessary advanced period of 72 hours. Only two of the seven departments surveyed ensure that individuals with hearing disabilities who do not read sign language can participate effectively in meetings, conferences, and hearings.
When asked if staff who coordinate or facilitate public meetings were provided with resources for ensuring the accessibility of meetings, only two of the seven relevant departments responded yes, one of which saying that resources were given during an annual training for staff.
Required Actions
• Provide agendas and other meeting materials in alternative formats upon request (28 CFR
35.160).
• Provide flexibility in the time limit on speaking for individuals with communication difficulties (28 CFR 35.160).
• Ensure that assistive listening devices are available for public meetings where the sound at the meeting is amplified (28 CFR 35.160; 2010 Standards 219.2 Required Systems). • Continue to provide the opportunity to participate in public meetings remotely using technology such as a telephone, video, or other digital means and when oral and written testimony is allowed, provide a similar means of participation remotely (OR HB 2560-A).
Implementation Strategies
• When possible, share meeting content before the meeting and allow the submission of questions in advance of the meeting.
• Ensure a consistent advanced notice requirement and communicate this to both staff and the general public.
■ Ensure the City allows for longer than three minutes of speaking time at City Council meetings when requested for a disability.
• Display a notice on meeting agendas and web pages providing agendas and other meeting materials, indicating the availability of alternative formats of meeting materials and other elements of meeting participation.
• Prepare a list of accessible meeting spaces to facilitate the scheduling of meetings or the relocation of meetings as needed upon request.
• Maintain a list of on-call ASL interpreters who can attend meetings upon request to assist individuals who are deaf or have hearing loss.
• Develop a checklist and provide instruction to staff on ensuring the accessibility of meetings. Guidelines should include examples of the types of modification requests that
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may be made by people with different types of disabilities, including assistive listening systems, sign language interpreters, readers, descriptive services, and other assistive technologies like real-time captioning. Other considerations include the layout of the room and the locations of the sign-in and refreshmentstables, bathrooms, and other elements to ensure these features are accessible.
• Assign a member of staff as a greeter at public meetings and events. Identify this person as a resource for people who may require assistance.
2.7 Program Participation
The public must be able to access all programs, services, and activities, regardless of disability, unless a modification would result in a fundamental alteration to the nature of a service, program, or activity, or impose undue financial and administrative burdens (28 CFR 35.164).
Admission criteria, ability to complete forms, and participation in interviews must be available to all public members by providing reasonable modifications.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Only one department identified as having programs for public participation. The programs provided by this department had no eligibility requirements and had no limitations or ratios for the number of people with disabilities who may participate. This department chose participants based on residency and requires the use of forms for admission or selection to the program. No interviews are required and people with disabilities are integrated into programs, services, and activities.
Required Actions
• No required changes to the current program participation process have been identified.
Additional information regarding requirements for any new programs developed in the future has been provided in the Accessible Policies Memo.
2.8 Transportation Services
Many public agencies provide public transportation services. The public accommodation standards for these services are set forth by the Federal Transit Administration. The requirements under Title 49 CFR Parts 27, 37, 38, and 39 (www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49) include a broad spectrum of legislation that addresses nondiscrimination policies, vehicle and equipment use, programs and services, and transit routes, as well as oversight, complaints, and monitoring (FTA C 4710.1). The scope of the review of this self-evaluation addresses any potentially discriminatory practices under Title 28 CFR Part 35 – Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services.
Questionnaire Response Summary
No surveyed representative reported managing transportation services for the public.
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Required Actions
• No required changes have been identified. Additional information regarding requirements for public transportation services has been provided in the Accessible Policies Memo.
2.9 Tours and Trips
Many public agencies provide or facilitate tours and trips as part of their service. These tours and trips are subject to Title II regulations. The City is responsible for ensuring that people with disabilities can experience the tour by making modifications upon request.
Questionnaire Response Summary
One survey representative said they provide tours of the city for developers. Two departments provide facility tours or organize trips for members of the public, such as tours of the city for small businesses. All but one surveyed individual didn’t know or did not have procedures to make tours and trips accessible to persons with disabilities.
Required Actions
• Modify tours and trips upon request to enable people with disabilities to participate (28 CFR
35.130).
Implementation Strategies
• Incorporate opportunities to request accessibility modifications in registration materials for tours or trips.
• Provide information to participants in advance of a tour or trip regarding the destination, transportation method, and other characteristics of the activity so that informed requests for modifications can be made.
• Evaluate the destination of tours or trips and the means of transportation to determine accessibility and any modifications that may be required. If a tour route or a portion of a route is inaccessible and modifications are requested, reroute the tour or provide program modifications that will allow the tour to be experienced (for example, photographs, videos with closed captioning).
• Consider developing alternate accessible tour materials such as braille handouts or screen reader versions of pamphlets, captioned videos or audio transcripts, and having ASL interpreters available by request, and things like touchable materials and maps can enhance the accessibility of the tour.
2.10 Accessible and Adaptive Equipment
Adaptive aids are devices, controls, appliances, or items that make it possible for people with disabilities to improve their ability to function independently and participate in programs, services, and activities offered by the City. For example, a pen, note pad, and clipboard provided to a person with a speech disability to write notes for brief communication or
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electronic equipment such as an accessible computer station are considered adaptive equipment.
Questionnaire Response Summary
No department representative reported public use of any equipment.
Required Actions
• No required changes have been identified. Additional information regarding requirements for accessible and adaptive equipment has been provided in the Accessible Policies Memo.
2.11 Printed and Online Materials
Many public agencies develop and distribute a wide range of materials in printed and online formats. To meet the ADA's effective communication standards, (28 CFR 35.160-164) the City must be able to provide alternative formats such as easy-to-understand language, braille, large print, audio files, computer media, or other formats, when requested. Documents published online must also meet the web content standards described in Section 2.12. This responsibility extends to outside contractors and vendors who develop materials on behalf of the City.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Six out of ten of surveyed respondents confirmed that they produce or provide printed or online materials that are available to the public. Of the six confirmed representatives, four of them were aware of their responsibility to provide accessible documents. Some departments were able to provide audio recordings or a digital copy of their printed media upon request for individuals with visual disabilities, while others reported that they have not provided alternative formats when requested.
Four of the six respondents made printed and online content in simple easy-to-understand language for individuals with learning disabilities. None of the self-identified departments generating printed or online materials were able to report if they include images of individuals with disabilities in their printed and online materials.
Required Actions
• Ensure alternative formats to printed and online information are made available upon request, addressing each request on an individual basis (28 CFR 35.160). • Ensure assistance is provided upon request in filling out forms when alternative formats are unavailable or infeasible (28 CFR 35.130).
• Continue to ensure that costs for alternative formats and modifications are not assigned to a person with a disability making the request (28 CFR 35.130).
Implementation Strategies
• Include a notice on public materials printed by the City, similar to the following that contains up to date ADA Coordinator contact information:
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This publication can be made available in alternative formats, such as large print, braille, or electronic format. Requests can be made by calling the ADA Coordinator at [telephone] (voice) or by using the 711 Telecommunications Relay Service, or email [access coordinator email]. Please allow 72 hours for your request to be processed. • Develop a formal standard for the accessibility of printed and online materials and create or identify resources for achieving this standard across all departments. Ensure that this standard includes oversight for externally created materials and strategies for making existing online materials accessible.
• Develop and implementstandard templates for producing accessible City materialsthat are consistent with City branding and style.
• Train staff to provide printed and online information in alternative formats for people with various disabilities to ensure that requests are handled in a uniform and consistent manner.
Incorporate strategies for materials with complex language or other elements such as charts, graphs, maps, and other images.
• Include images of people with disabilities when images of people are included in City printed materials.
2.12 Website
As people turn to the internet as their primary source of information regarding services, programs, activities, and facilities, the City's website takes on increased importance as a communicationstool. Providing public access to City publications online is an effective means of reaching people with disabilities (www.ada.gov/websites2.htm).
On April 24, 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s final rule updating its regulations for Title II of the ADA. The final rule has specific requirements about how to ensure that web content and mobile applications (apps) are accessible to people with disabilities. The ruling identifies Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA as the technical standard for state and local governments' web content and mobile apps.
The requirements take full effect in April of 2026 or 2027, depending on the size of the Title II entity.
Questionnaire Response Summary
All but two representatives surveyed identified their department as having a website. Four respondents confirmed that they were responsible for managing their own website. However, no department was able to name policies to ensure their website was usable by individuals with disabilities.
Required Actions
• Take appropriate steps to ensure that the City's online communication with people with disabilities is as effective as other communications with the public and ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 digital accessibility standards (28 CFR 35.160).
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• Ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from participating in or benefitting from the City's online services, programs, or activities (28 CFR 35.160).
Implementation Strategies
• Provide information on the city website about the accessibility of facilities. • Acquire technological resources, staffing expertise, or on-call consultant contracts to create accessible digital documents for posting on the city website. • Develop a formal standard for website accessibility and create or identify resources for achieving this standard across all departments. Ensure that this standard includes oversight for externally created web pages and incorporates strategies for making accessibility updates to existing web pages.
• Periodically conduct web accessibility analyses to measure the accessibility of the city's websites periodically. Consider adopting standards that meet or exceed WCAG 2.0 AA for the accessibility of electronic information.
2.13 Televised and Audiovisual Information
Televised and audiovisual information is a means for disseminating public information through presentations produced by the City. All televised and audiovisual information, including PowerPoint presentations, must be accessible to people with disabilities. As more communication is done remotely through the internet, it is increasingly important that all communication tools maintain accessibility as technology changes.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Of the ten representatives surveyed, three produced audiovisual or televised media for the public. All three departments relied on automatic captioning through their host sites, and one department also utilized captioning and transcription services.
Required Actions
• Provide alternative formats upon request to audiovisual presentations produced by the City or its contractors or vendors (28 CFR 35.160).
• Continue to ensure that televised and audiovisual communications with people with disabilities is as effective as televised and audiovisual communications with others (28 CFR
35.160).
Implementation Strategies
• Review City presentations, videos, and recordings of meetings to identify potential barriers to accessibility and corresponding solutions.
• Ensure auto-captioning of online video content is edited for accuracy. • Encourage presenters to read presentation slides and describe the graphic content when presenting PowerPoint or other visual presentations.
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2.14 Telecommunications
Technological advances such as cell phones, texting, and instant messaging are changing the tools that many people use to communicate. However, the provision of alternative communication technologies such as teletypewriters (TTY), telecommunication display devices (TDDs), or relay services (TRS) is still required under the ADA for communicating with the public.
Questionnaire Response Summary
All but one department communicates by telephone with the public. All surveyed department representatives were unaware of or did not use telecommunication or teletypewriter services that aid individuals with hearing or speech disabilities. For public use of phones, phones were either not allowed for public use, or the department representative didn’t know or didn’t provide TTYs for individuals with disabilities. No one was aware of providing a TTY number in materials where a phone number is listed.
Required Actions
• Ensure that staff is proficient in the use of alternative communication technologies such as TTY, TDDs, or TRS, or are able to direct the public to knowledgeable staff (28 CFR 35.161). • Ensure that city publications that list phone numbers also include information on how people who are deaf or who have hearing loss or speech disorders can communicate with the city by phone (28 CFR 35.161; 28 CFR 35.163).
• Ensure that telecommunications with people with disabilities is as effective as communications with others (28 CFR 35.161; 28 CFR 35.163). • Ensure that responses to calls from a telecommunications relay service are handled in the same manner as responding to other telephone calls (28 CFR 35.161).
Implementation Strategies
• Train staff on the use of alternative communication technologies. • Explore options for Video Remote Interpreting Services (VRI) for communicating with people who are deaf, have hearing loss, or speech disorders. There are many situations where a live interpreter is required, such as in medical situations, but VRI can be a convenient, flexible, lower-cost alternative to live interpreters.
2.15 Emergency Planning
Life and safety protocols and procedures are required to include plans for people with disabilities. The City is responsible for ensuring that staff are aware of these procedures and are trained to implement them during an emergency. Issues that have the greatest impact on people with disabilities include:
• Notification;
• Evacuation;
• Emergency transportation;
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• Access to medications, refrigeration, and back-up power; • Access to their mobility devices or service animals while in transit; and • Access to information.
In planning for emergency services, the City is required to develop strategies for notifying and assisting people with the widest range of disabilities. The City is responsible for ensuring that staff are aware of these procedures and are trained to implement them during an emergency.
Questionnaire Response Summary
All but one surveyed department self-identified as being responsible for planning, coordinating, or assisting in the City’s emergency response. The majority of departments didn’t know if their contracts with third-party services ensured compliance with ADA requirements; one department did report having an ADA-compliant contract, while for another department the question was not applicable. No department representative was able to name any written procedures for including people with disabilities in the development of emergency procedures, but one department representative did report that they seek input from people with disabilities or representative organizations for feedback on emergency simulations.
None of the departments had staff trained in notifying and assisting people with disabilities in emergency situations. Moreover, no department was aware of whether members of the public who use TTYs and computer modems had direct access to telephone emergency services.
Required Actions
• Include strategies for people with disabilities in various types of emergency situations when developing guidelines and a plan for emergency evacuations (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR
35.149).
• Train staff to safely evacuate people with disabilities in various types of emergency situations when developing guidelines and a plan for emergency evacuations (28 CFR
35.130; 28 CFR 35.149).
• Provide direct access to telephone emergency services, including 911 services, for people who use TDD's and computer modems (28 CFR 35.162).
• If the City becomes involved in providing emergency shelters, provide emergency sheltering programs that are accessible to people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR 35.149).
Implementation Strategies
• Review existing procedures dealing with emergencies to ensure that people with disabilities can be alerted and that they can alert emergency service providers. • Work with disability organizations to explore the use of technologies such as audible exit signs for orientation and direction or vibrating paging systems. • Develop plans that consider the needs of people using mobility aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, or other power-driven mobility devices, or those with limited stamina. Plans should also address those who use oxygen or respirators, those who are
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blind or have low vision, people who are deaf or have hearing loss, people who have a cognitive disability, people with mental illness, and those with other types of disabilities. • Test the City's emergency plan and evacuation procedures with periodic drills, both announced and unannounced. Enlist people with different disabilities to role-play during emergency simulations.
• Incorporate the following elements into emergency planning for individual facilities:
■ Address what to do when an alarm is triggered;
■ Establish meeting placesfor assistance and evacuation chairs; ■ Provide direction on what to do if assistance is not available; and ■ Establish floor captains.
2.16 Facilities
City facilities should be accessible to people with different types of disabilities. A public entity is not necessarily required to make each of its existing facilities accessible, where other methods are effective in achieving program access. However, they must ensure that each service, program, or activity, when viewed in its entirety (28 CFR 35.160), is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. The identification of structural barriers in facilities such as buildings, parks, and the public rights-of-way are required elements of an ADA Transition Plan.
Questionnaire Response Summary
No department representative reported having information on their website or printed materials about accessibility of facilities where the programs and services they offered. There were also no reports of requests to improve the accessibility of their associated facilities.
Required Actions
• Ensure that the public can obtain information regarding the existence and location of accessible facilities, entrances, and elements within facilities (28 CFR 35.163). • Provide and maintain, in working order, features of facilities required to be accessible and usable for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.133).
• Ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from programs due to the inaccessibility of City facilities (28 CFR 35.149).
• Prioritize methods of achieving facility accessibility that offer the most integrated setting appropriate for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.149). • Design and construct new facilities or new parts of facilities to meet accessibility requirements (28 CFR 35.151(a)).
• Ensure that alterationsto facilities meet accessibility requirementsto the maximum extent feasible (28 CFR 35.151(b)).
• Make reasonable modifications to permit the use of mobility devices, including other power-driven mobility devices, unless they cannot be operated in accordance with the City's adopted safety requirements for pedestrian facilities (28 CFR 35.137(b)(1)).
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Implementation Strategies
• Provide information about the accessibility of City-owned and operated facilities on city publications, including city websites. This can include details about accessible entrances, bathrooms, and other elements.
• Provide information about the accessibility of non-City facilities hosting City programs and services and City-owned facilities that are leased to other entities. • Record and monitor requests relating to facility access. The ADA Coordinator can analyze accessibility requests periodically to look for global issues that can be addressed and problems that can be solved proactively.
• Develop formal standards for integrating ADA requirements into the design, construction, maintenance, and inspection of all City of Coachella facilities. As part of this effort, develop and implement standards for enforcing accessibility provisions for contractors, consultants, vendors, etc. who design, construct, maintain, and inspect City facilities. • Identify or hire staff members tasked with accessibility plan review.
2.17 Accessibility Practices in the Right-of-Way
Management, maintenance, and construction of facilities in the public right-of-way is often handled separately from other construction and maintenance projects. It is important to ensure that public right-of-way facilities comply with current standards and provide equal access to people with disabilities.
Note that although the questionnaire summary below shows that City staff is confident in their policies and procedures addressing accessibility in the public right-of-way, City sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb ramps was a primary concern for some participants in the ADA Stakeholders Feedback sessions held with community members who have disabilities or are caretakers for persons with disabilities. Community members described frustration with discontinuous accessible routes, barriers and obstacles in sidewalks, and missing or inadequate curb ramps. The discrepancy between self-reported practices in the Right-of-Way and the experiences of community members with disabilities may indicate that while design and implementation for new projects are handled effectively, existing right-of-way facilities need evaluation for repair and replacement. Further investigation into the City’s pedestrian infrastructure network and accessibility practices in the right-of-way is needed to address resident complaints.
Questionnaire Response Summary
Only one surveyed representative provided services related to the construction and maintenance of City facilities in the right-of-way. They noted that they conduct internal and external plan checks by trained and license professionals to ensure compliance with ADA requirements. No non-compliant projects are allowed to be installed and if something is missed in the plan checks, then it will be adjusted to meet compliance in the field. Although temporary
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pedestrian access routes (TPARs) are not required, if TPARs are installed, daily inspections will take place to ensure continued access.
The department does use third-party entities and to ensure ADA responsibilities are met, the department will conduct internal and external plan checks by licensed professionals. To communicate ADA requirements to third parties, they host regular pre-development team (PDT) meetings before construction and preconstruction meetings paired with daily inspections during construction.
The representative surveyed did not see any difference between accessibility components as designed versus when constructed. They also noted that they need no further staff and have adequate internal resources to meet ADA compliance and resolve issues.
Required Actions
• Ensure that the public can obtain information regarding the existence and location of accessible transportation facilities, entrances, and elements within right-of-way facilities (28 CFR 35.163).
• Provide and maintain, in working order, features of right-of-way elements required to be accessible and usable for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.133).
Implementation Strategies
• Identify and delegate staff responsibilitiesfor updating public communications regarding accessible right-of-way facilities, temporary pedestrian access routes, and maintenance disruptions.
• Follow accessible communication requirements and strategies described in sections 2.11 Printed and Online Materials, 2.12 Website, and 2.14 Televised and Audiovisual Information, as applicable.
3 Summary and Conclusion
The self-evaluation survey reveals successful components and areas for improvement in City of Coachella policies and practices. The Required Actions from Section 2 have been compiled below:
Required Actions List
Notice
• Provide public notice of the City's commitment to providing accessible services (28 CFR
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Responsible Employee and Grievance Procedure
• Provide the name, office address, and telephone number of the employee or employees responsible for ensuring the City meets its ADA obligations under Title II to staff and the public (28 CFR 35.107).
• Publish the grievance procedure to provide fair and prompt resolution of accessibilityrelated complaints (28 CFR 35.107). • Ensure that people claiming a violation of Title II are not retaliated against or discriminated against for making such a claim (28 CFR 35.134).
• If applicable, Department of Transportation fund recipients and subrecipients must keep complaints on file for one year and maintain a record, which may be in summary form, for five years (49 CFR 27.121 (b)).
Customer Service
• Be prepared to make appropriate modifications to regular practices to accommodate individuals with disabilities’ needs when providing customer service (28 CFR 35.130). • Ensure an additional fee is not charged to people requesting a program modification due to their disability (28 CFR 35.130(f)).
• Ensure that service animals are allowed in City facilities (28 CFR 35.136). • Make reasonable modifications for people with disabilities who rely on a miniature horse that is individually trained to assist them (28 CFR 35.130(i)).
Staff Training
• Ensure that city staff is knowledgeable about obligations, policies, and procedures for providing accessible services, programs, and activities to the public (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR
35.160).
• Ensure that city staff is knowledgeable about procedures for responding to requests for modifications (28 CFR 35.160).
• Ensure that the relevant city staff is knowledgeable about construction and maintenance of accessible facilities (28 CFR 35.133).
Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements
• Ensure that contractors, licensees, consultants, and other entities providing or delivering services for the city adhere to the same ADA regulations as the City (28 CFR 35.130). • Ensure the City selects procurement contractors using criteria that does not discriminate on the basis of disability (28 CFR 35.130).
• Maintain City facilities in an accessible order to help ensure the accessibility of events held by public and private organizations (28 CFR 35.133).
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Public Meetings
• Provide agendas and other meeting materials in alternative formats upon request (28 CFR
35.160).
• Provide flexibility in the time limit on speaking for individuals with communication difficulties (28 CFR 35.160).
• Ensure that assistive listening devices are available for public meetings where the sound at the meeting is amplified (28 CFR 35.160; 2010 Standards 219.2 Required Systems). • Continue to provide the opportunity to participate in public meetings remotely using technology such as a telephone, video, or other digital means and when oral and written testimony is allowed, provide a similar means of participation remotely (OR HB 2560-A).
Program Participation
• No required changes have been identified.
Transportation Services
• No required changes have been identified.
Tours and Trips
• Modify tours and trips upon request to enable people with disabilities to participate (28 CFR
35.130).
Accessible and Adaptive Equipment
• No required changes have been identified.
Printed and Online Materials
• Ensure alternative formats to printed and online information is made available upon request, addressing each request on an individual basis (28 CFR 35.160). • Ensure assistance is provided upon request in filling out forms when alternative formats are unavailable or infeasible (28 CFR 35.130).
• Continue to ensure that costs for alternative formats and modifications are not assigned to a person with a disability making the request (28 CFR 35.130).
Website
• Take appropriate steps to ensure that the City's online communication with people with disabilities is as effective as other communications with the public and ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 digital accessibility standards (28 CFR 35.160). • Ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from participating in or benefitting from the City's online services, programs, or activities (28 CFR 35.160).
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Televised and Audiovisual Information
• Take appropriate steps to ensure that the City's online communication with people with disabilities is as effective as other communications with the public and ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 digital accessibility standards (28 CFR 35.160). • Ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from participating in or benefitting from the City's online services, programs, or activities (28 CFR 35.160).
Telecommunications
• Ensure that staff are proficient in the use of alternative communication technologies such as TTY, TDDs, or TRS, or are able to direct the public to knowledgeable staff (28 CFR 35.161). • Ensure that city publications that list phone numbers also include information on how people who are deaf or who have hearing loss or speech disorders can communicate with the city by phone (28 CFR 35.161; 28 CFR 35.163).
• Ensure that telecommunications with people with disabilities are as effective as communications with others (28 CFR 35.161; 28 CFR 35.163). • Ensure that responses to calls from a telecommunications relay service are handled in the same manner as responding to other telephone calls (28 CFR 35.161).
Emergency Planning
• Include strategies for people with disabilities in various types of emergency situations when developing guidelines and a plan for emergency evacuations (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR
35.149).
• Train staff to safely evacuate people with disabilities in various types of emergency situations when developing guidelines and a plan for emergency evacuations (28 CFR
35.130; 28 CFR 35.149).
• Provide direct access to telephone emergency services, including 911 services, for people who use TDD's and computer modems (28 CFR 35.162).
• If the City becomes involved in providing emergency shelters, provide emergency sheltering programs that are accessible to people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.130; 28 CFR 35.149).
Facilities
• Ensure that the public can obtain information regarding the existence and location of accessible facilities, entrances, and elements within facilities (28 CFR 35.163). • Provide and maintain, in working order, features of facilities required to be accessible and usable for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.133).
• Ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from programs due to the inaccessibility of City facilities (28 CFR 35.149).
• Prioritize methods of achieving facility accessibility that offer the most integrated setting appropriate for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.149).
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• Design and construct new facilities or new parts of facilities to meet accessibility requirements (28 CFR 35.151(a)).
• Ensure that alterationsto facilities meet accessibility requirementsto the maximum extent feasible (28 CFR 35.151(b)).
• Make reasonable modifications to permit the use of mobility devices, including other power-driven mobility devices, unless they cannot be operated in accordance with the City's adopted safety requirements for pedestrian facilities (28 CFR 35.137(b)(1)).
Accessibility Practices in the Right-of-Way:
• Ensure that the public can obtain information regarding the existence and location of accessible transportation facilities, entrances, and elements within right-of-way facilities (28 CFR 35.163).
• Provide and maintain, in working order, features of right-of-way elements required to be accessible and usable for people with disabilities (28 CFR 35.133).
Conclusion
The ADA coordinator or designee will follow up with department managers to review the SelfEvaluation Questionnaire findings as well as the Accessible Policies and Procedures Memo’s recommendations. In those situations where a policy, program, or procedure creates a barrier to accessibility that is unique to a department or a specific program, the ADA Coordinator or designee will coordinate with the department head or program manager to address the removal of the barrier in the most reasonable and accommodating manner in accordance with applicable law.
Many of the apparent omissions and errors in City policies discovered through the staff questionnaire can be resolved with improved communication. City staff need clear communication about accessibility requirements, processes, and resources available to them in order to effectively and consistently deliver accessible programs, activities, and services to the public. Publishing information in an easy-to-find location, and providing recurring staff training, is recommended to ensure that City staff remain up to date on accessibility policies and can reference written information or reach out for assistance when needed.
Likewise, residents of the City of Coachella need clear communication of the City’s intent to uphold Title II of the ADA, as well as access to information about the policies, facilities, program modifications, adaptive equipment, communication methods, and individualized services available to them upon request. Publishing and updating this information in an easy-to-find location helps residents with disabilities plan their participation in City programs and services with confidence and conveys the City of Coachella’s bona-fide commitment to equitable and inclusive practices.
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Facility Barrier Report Summary
October 2024
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Accessibility Standards........................................................................................................................................... 2 Facilities Evaluated................................................................................................................................................. 2 Parks..........................................................................................................................................................................2 Other Facilities...........................................................................................................................................................2 Barriers by Feature Type ........................................................................................................................................ 3 Key Takeaways..........................................................................................................................................................3 Table 1: Park Barriers by Feature Type......................................................................................................................4 Table 2: Facility Barriers by Feature Type..................................................................................................................6 Barriers by Category............................................................................................................................................... 9 Barrier Categories......................................................................................................................................................9 Key Takeaways........................................................................................................................................................10 Table 3: Park Barriers by Category ..........................................................................................................................11 Table 4: Facility Barriers by Category ......................................................................................................................13
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Barrier Summary Report supports the City of Coachella in the effort to provide equitable access to opportunities for Coachella residents, and to fulfill the requirements set forth in Title II of the ADA. It summarizes the findings of a detailed survey of selected City parks and facilities conducted in Spring of 2024 and will be used to create the City of Coachella’s ADA Title II Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP).
Multiple barriers were identified at each of the sites evaluated. Larger, older, and more complex parks and facilities tend to have more barrier types identified, and higher estimated barrier mitigation costs, than smaller, newer sites or those with limited public use areas.
A little over half of the estimated barrier remediation costs are directly related to participation in program areas (including access to restrooms), while changes to approach and navigation features like parking, routes, and doors account for just under 40% of the total cost estimate.
The facilities and barriers summarized in this report will be further analyzed in order to develop a prioritization schema and schedule for the City of Coachella’s ADA Transition Plan.
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INTRODUCTION
ADA Title II states that a public entity must reasonably modify its public programs, activities, and services to avoid discrimination against people with disabilities, including ongoing removal of physical barriers in facilities where such services are provided. MIG performed a detailed evaluation of selected parks and City facilities on behalf of the City of Coachella as part of developing the City’s ADA Transition Plan. The in-person assessment occurred between April and May of 2024. Evaluations were undertaken by staff equipped with measuring devices, City facility data, and evaluation checklists. Multiple types of barriers were identified at each of the sites evaluated. The site observations were recorded, and a proposed barrier removal solution and planning-level cost estimate was assigned to each barrier. These details are provided under a separate cover. This report summarizes the findings of the detailed accessibility evaluation that will be used to create the City of Coachella’s ADA Title II Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP).
Accessibility Standards
The ADA facility assessment includes detailed measurements comparing the existing conditions in the facility to the codes and standards contained in the following regulations:
• 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design • 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 11B (CBC) with July 2024 Supplement • 2015 Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines (ABA) Facilities Evaluated
The following facilities are included in the ADA Facility Barrier Report (tenants leasing the facilities at the time of the assessment are indicated in parenthesis):
Parks
• Bagdouma Park
• Dateland Park
• De Oro Park
• Rancho Las Flores Park
• Tot Park
• Veterans Memorial Park
Other Facilities
• Bagdouma Park Community Center
• Bagdouma Park Swim Center
• Boys & Girls Club
• Coachella City Hall
• City Sanitation Department
• Coachella Civic Center
• Coachella Corporate Yard
• Coachella Library
• Coachella Valley Boxing Club
• Former Branch Library
• Main Building
• Annex I (Raices Cultura)
• Annex II (Latino Commission)
• Former Chamber of Commerce
• Area I (El Tranvia)
• Area II (The Roaster)
• Former Water Billing / Fire Station
(Firehouse Bar & Grill)
• Senior Center
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FACILITY BARRIER SUMMARY
Barriers by Feature Type
MIG classified each of the accessibility barriers identified during the evaluation according to the type of feature or area affected. The following barrier types were identified at City of Coachella facilities:
• Built-in Elements (such as cabinetry, shelving, and fixed displays) • Doors & Gates
• Drinking Fountains
• Food & Dining Areas
• Game & Sports Areas
• Interior Spaces (such as light switches, outlets, and operable parts on windows) • Outdoor Constructed Features (such as benches and waste receptacles) • Parking
• Picnic Areas
• Play Equipment Areas
• Restrooms
• Routes(including walkways, stairs, ramps, and elevators) • Special Site Functions (any site-specific program area, such as a swimming pool and associated amenities like showers and locker rooms)
• Other (miscellaneous elements such as fire extinguishers and dog waste bag dispensers) Tables 1 and 2 on the following pages summarize park and facility barriers by feature type. A narrative description of each table’s contents is provided after the table.
Key Takeaways
The variety of barrier types identified at each park or facility corresponds roughly to what features are provided at that site.
The most common park barriers were at drinking fountains, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, and play equipment areas. All park facilities include barriers at these feature types.
The least common barrier type for park facilities is parking. Parking barriers were identified at only two parks.
The most common facility barrier types are doors and gates, and restrooms: all 16 facilities include barriers at doors and gates, and 15 of 16 facilities include barriers at restrooms. The least common barrier types are food and dining, and picnic areas; each of these barrier types was identified at only two facilities.
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Bagdouma Park
This park is located at Douma St. and Bagdad Ave.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, game and sports areas, outdoor constructed features, parking, picnic areas, play equipment areas, restrooms, routes, and other.
Dateland Park
This park is located at 51805 Shady Ln.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, play equipment areas, restrooms, and routes.
Table 1: Park Barriers by Feature Type
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De Oro Park
This park is located at Avenue 50 and Avenida de Oro.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, game and sports areas, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, play equipment areas, restrooms, routes, and other.
Rancho Las Flores Park
This park is located at 48400 Van Buren St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, game and sports areas, outdoor constructed features, parking, picnic areas, play equipment areas, restrooms, routes and other.
Tot Park
This park is located at 52864 Calle Empalme.
• Barriers were identified at drinking fountains, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, play equipment areas, and other.
Veterans Memorial Park
This park is located at 1500 4th St (between Orchard and Vine). • Barriers were identified at drinking fountains, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, play equipment areas, restrooms, routes, and other.
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Table 2: Facility Barriers by Feature Type
*Special site functions include any associated amenities such as dressing and bathing areas
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Bagdouma Park Community Center
This facility is located at 51251 Douma St.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, drinking fountains, food and dining areas, interior spaces, and restrooms.
Bagdouma Park Swim Center
This facility is located at 51723 Douma St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, picnic areas, restrooms, special site functions, and other.
Boys & Girls Club
This facility is located at 85350 Bagdad Ave.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, drinking fountains, parking, and restrooms.
Coachella City Hall
This facility is located at 1515 6th St.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, interior spaces, restrooms, routes, and other.
City Sanitation Department
This facility is located at 87075 Avenue 54.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, parking, and routes.
Coachella Civic Center
This facility is located at 53990 Enterprise Way.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, drinking fountains, interior spaces, outdoor constructed features, parking, restrooms, and routes.
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Coachella Corporate Yard
This facility is located at 53462 Enterprise Way.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, interior spaces, parking, restrooms, and routes.
Coachella Library
This facility is located at 1500 6th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, interior spaces, outdoor constructed features, picnic areas, restrooms, and other.
Coachella Valley Boxing Club
This facility is located at 51301 Douma St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, drinking fountains, restrooms, routes, special site functions, and other.
Former Branch Library – Main Building
This facility is located at 1538 7th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, interior spaces, restrooms, and other.
Former Branch Library – Annex I
This facility is located at 1538 7th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, food and dining areas, interior spaces, outdoor constructed features, restrooms, and routes.
Former Branch Library – Annex II
This facility is located at 1538 7th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, interior spaces, restrooms, and routes.
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Former Chamber of Commerce – Area I
This facility is located at 1258 6th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, parking, restrooms, and routes.
Former Chamber of Commerce – Area II
This facility is located at 1258 6th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, parking, and restrooms.
Former Water Billing / Fire Station
This facility is located at 1517 6th St.
• Barriers were identified at doors and gates, restrooms, and routes.
Senior Center
This facility is located at 1540 7th St.
• Barriers were identified at built-in elements, doors and gates, drinking fountains, interior spaces, outdoor constructed features, parking, restrooms, routes,special site functions, and other.
Barriers by Category
Barrier Categories
As the City reviews individual facility barriers, they will be assigned a draft barrier category informed by a prioritization framework described in Title III of the ADA for places of public accommodation and commercial facilities: a framework referred to as the logic of access. These categories are not required by ADA Title II regulations; however, they are intended to be helpful in for further analysis and prioritization. Translating these categories into action plans must be accomplished using a programmatic approach. City staff will refine these categories over time as facilities programs are evaluated, and barriers are removed. The following is a descriptor of the categories:
Category 1: Navigation. The highest category is placed on those barrier removal items that provide accessibility at the main entrance of a facility or improve an accessible route to the portion of the facility where program activities take place (e.g., parking, walks, ramps, doors, etc.).
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Category 2: Participation. A second category is placed on those barrier removal items that improve or enhance access to program use areas (e.g., transaction counters, conference rooms, public offices, outdoor recreation features, etc.). If provided, restrooms are included in this category, since usable toilet facilities are needed while taking part in a public program.
Category 3: Comfort. A third category is placed on those barrier removal items that improve access to amenities serving program areas (e.g., drinking fountains, telephones, site furnishings).
Category 4: Other elements. This category may be used for duplicate features not required to be remediated by scoping sections of the standards, for elements which qualify for exceptions, or for barriers for which programmatic solutions are preferred.
Many of the draft barrier categories will require further evaluation by staff for programmatic solutions. It is anticipated that some categories will change to Category 4 based on stakeholder comment and feedback.
Tables 3 and 4 on the following pages show the most impactful barrier categories at each site, as measured by the estimated cost to remove the barrier via a construction-based solution. The costs used in the summary tables are based on the unit bid prices for standardized bid items and are considered low planning-level costs. The cost estimates represent a starting point for evaluation of needed resources and are not a detailed construction estimate. The City will need to incorporate additional soft costs such as design, administration, coordination, as well as anticipated inflation as part of the planning and budgeting process. A narrative description of each table’s contents is provided after the table.
Key Takeaways
The park with the highest estimated barrier removal cost is also the largest: Bagdouma Park.
Likewise, the lowest estimated barrier removal cost is at Tot Park, one of Coachella’s smallest parks. For most parks, at least half of the estimated cost is for removal of Category 2 barriers affecting program areas. The next largest cost percentage istypically Category 1, which covers parking, paths, and entries. Category 3, Amenities, accounts for less than a fifth of each facilities’ cost estimate, with one exception; due to its small size, Tot Park has no costs under Category 1 and proportionally larger costs under Category 3.
The facility with the highest overall estimated cost is the Former Branch Library, which includes the main building (unoccupied at the time of the assessment) and two annexes (leased to Raices Cultura and Latino Commission at the time of the assessment). This facility is one of the oldest sites surveyed, and portions of the building are in poor condition. The least costly facilities are the City Sanitation Department and the Former Water Billing / Fire Station building. The City Sanitation Department facility consists primarily of employee-only areas, so
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only the parking, entrance, and reception areas that may be accessed by the public were surveyed. The Former Water Billing / Fire Station is leased to a local restaurant that has installed dining and service features; only permanent, publicly accessible portions of the building that the City is responsible for (entrance, routes, and restroom) were surveyed.
Table 3: Park Barriers by Category
ESTIMATED
COST TOTAL
BARRIER CATEGORIES
PARK NAME 1 2 3 4
Bagdouma Park $725,865 43% 50% 7% -
Dateland Park $64,905 13% 85% 2% -
De Oro Park $163,630 29% 66% 5% -
Rancho Las Flores Park $66,060 18% 66% 16% -
Tot Park $16,290 - 53% 47% -
Veterans Memorial Park $62,080 45% 44% 11% -
Combined Barrier Removal Costs $1,098,830 37% 55% 8% -
Bagdouma Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $725,865. • Category 1 barriers account for 47% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 50% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 7% of the cost estimate.
Dateland Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $64,905. • Category 1 barriers account for 13% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 85% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 2% of the cost estimate.
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De Oro Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $163,630. • Category 1 barriers account for 29% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 66% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 16% of the cost estimate.
Rancho Last Flores Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $66,060. • Category 1 barriers account for 18% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 66% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 16% of the cost estimate.
Tot Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $16,290. • Category 2 barriers account for 53% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 47% of the cost estimate.
Veterans Memorial Park
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $62,080. • Category 1 barriers account for 45% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 44% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 11% of the cost estimate.
Combined Overall Park Cost
The overall estimated cost for barrier removal at surveyed parks is $1,098,830. • Category 1 barriers account for 37% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 55% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 8% of the cost estimate.
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Table 4: Facility Barriers by Category
ESTIMATED
TOTAL COST
BARRIER CATEGORIES
FACILITY NAME 1 2 3 1 or 4
Bagdouma Park Community Center $34,835 45% 37.5% 17.5% - Bagdouma Park Swim Center $46,480 1% 96% 3% -
Boys & Girls Club $34,240 18% 61% 21% -
Coachella City Hall $89,475 61% 36% 3% (<1%)
City Sanitation Department $9,330 81% 19% - -
Coachella Civic Center $30,250 53% 46% 1% -
Coachella Corporate Yard $57,570 68% 26% 6% -
Coachella Library $15,685 9% 32% 59% -
Coachella Valley Boxing Club $55,745 24% 60% 16% -
Former Branch Library $188,280 35% 61% 4% -
Former Chamber of Commerce $30,310 49% 51% - -
Former Water Billing / Fire Station $7,280 14% 86% - -
Senior Center $65,710 28% 52% 20% -
Combined Barrier Removal Cost $665,190 38% 53% 9% (<1%) Bagdouma Park Community Center
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $34,835. • Category 1 barriers account for 45% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 37.5% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 17.5% of the cost estimate.
Bagdouma Park Swim Center
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $46,480. • Category 1 barriers account for 1% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 96% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 3% of the cost estimate.
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Boys & Girls Club
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $34,240. • Category 1 barriers account for 18% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 61% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 21% of the cost estimate.
Coachella City Hall
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $89,475. • Category 1 barriers account for 61% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 36% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 3% of the cost estimate. • Category 1 or 4 barriers account for less than 1% of the cost estimate.
City Sanitation Deparment
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $9,330. • Category 1 barriers account for 81% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 19% of the cost estimate.
Coachella Civic Center
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $30,250. • Category 1 barriers account for 53% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 46% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 1% of the cost estimate.
Coachella Corporate Yard
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $57,570. • Category 1 barriers account for 68% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 26% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 6% of the cost estimate.
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Coachella Library
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $15,685. • Category 1 barriers account for 9% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 32% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 59% of the cost estimate.
Coachella Valley Boxing Club
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $55,745. • Category 1 barriers account for 24% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 60% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 16% of the cost estimate.
Former Branch Library
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $188,280. • Category 1 barriers account for 35% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 61% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 4% of the cost estimate.
Former Chamber of Commerce
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $30,310. • Category 1 barriers account for 49% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 51% of the cost estimate.
Former Water Billing / Fire Station
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $7,280. • Category 1 barriers account for 14% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 86% of the cost estimate.
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Senior Center
The estimated cost for barrier removal at this facility is $65,710. • Category 1 barriers account for 28% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 53% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 20% of the cost estimate.
Combined Barrier Removal Costs
The overall estimated cost for barrier removal at the surveyed facilities is $665,190. • Category 1 barriers account for 38% of the cost estimate. • Category 2 barriers account for 53% of the cost estimate. • Category 3 barriers account for 9% of the cost estimate. • Category 1 or 4 barriers account for less than 1% of the cost estimate.
CONCLUSION
Multiple types of accessibility barriers were identified at each of the City parks and facilities surveyed by MIG. Most public facility elements covered by the ADA or CBC have at least one component that does not comply with the current standard, thus, the variety of barrier types at each park or facility corresponds roughly to what features are provided at that site. Larger, older, and more complex parks and facilities tend to have more barrier types identified and higher estimated barrier mitigation costs than smaller, more recently constructed sites or those with limited public use areas.
For both parks and other types of City facilities, the majority of the estimated barrier remediation costs are directly related to the accessibility of program areas; that is, features that are essential to the public service or program provided at that site. The second largest category of estimated costs are for corrections to the parking, routes, entrances, and other elements that facilitate approach to and navigation through the primary program areas. Other amenities generally account for less than 1/10th of the barrier remediation costs. The facilities and barriers summarized in this report will be further analyzed in order to develop a prioritization schema and schedule for the City of Coachella’s ADA Transition Plan.
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ELIGIBLE USES OF CDBG FUNDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM OVERVIEW
City Council Meeting
November 12, 2025
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TECHNOLOGY
& INNOVATION
WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM? The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The City of Coachella is a cooperating city under the City of Riverside. The primary purpose of the CDBG Program is to assist low and moderate-income persons.
The main objective of the HUD CDBG Program is the development of viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities primarily for low- and moderate-income residents. The national objectives of the CDBG program were established to assist local communities with activities focused on:
A B C
Eliminating slum and blight,
preventing deterioration of
property, providing needed
neighborhood community facilities,
provision of supportive services
Preserving and improving the
supply of affordable housing
through improvement of low- and
moderate-income housing
Acquisition, design, construction,
and installation of needed public
facilities, improvements, and
accessibility measures
Creation and retention of jobs for lowand moderate-income persons through the expansion of business
opportunities and the provision of
financial incentives to businesses
D
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Census Tracts
MAP OF THE CITY’S
CDBG-ELIGIBLE AREAS
The City of Coachella’s CDBG
allocation for FY 25-26 is
approximately $217,700
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PREVIOUS INVESTMENTS IN HOUSING
Fiscal Year Amount Funding Source Project
FY 23-24 $267,405 CDBG Home Enhancement Program
FY 24-25 $222,938 CDBG Home Enhancement Program
FY 24-25 $523,000 ARPA Home Enhancement Program
FY 25-26 $1,610,000 HOME Program Income Funds 24 Single-Family Homes Total Invested Amount $2,623,343
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AVAILABLE FUNDING
Fiscal Year Amount Funding Source
FY 25-26 $222,000 CDBG
FY 26-27 $217,700 CDBG
Total Funding Available $439,700
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CONCLUSION & RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff is seeking direction on the use of
CDBG grant funds—the options are:
01 02
Continue to Save the CDBG
Funding Allocations
$439,700
Submit an Application to
Use the CDBG Funds
$439,700
Community Resilience Center
Capital Improvements
Library Annex
Capital Improvements
BagdoumaWellness Hub
Capital Improvements
Project Recommendations
*Projects listed
are not ready
to utilize
CDBG funds;
Housing
Enhancement
Program would
be ready
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This concludes the presentation.
Thank you.
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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION AND
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA
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COACHELLA EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENTAL ACCESS CABLE CHANNEL CORPORATION,
COACHELLA WATER AUTHORITY, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COACHELLA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND COACHELLA PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION
October 22, 2025
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CALL TO ORDER: - 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Hernandez called the City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting of the City of Coachella to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmember Perez (arrived at 5:03 p.m.), Councilmember Dr. Figueroa, Councilmember Virgen, Mayor Pro Tem Delgado (arrived at 5:05 p.m.) and Mayor Hernandez City Clerk and City Treasurer
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
“At this time the Council/ Board/Corporation/Authority may announce any items being pulled from the Agenda or continued to another date or request the moving of an item on the agenda” Motion: To approve the agenda
Made by: Councilmember Dr. Figueroa
Seconded by: Councilmember Virgen
Approved: 3-0
AYES: Councilmember Dr. Figueroa, Councilmember Virgen, and Mayor Hernandez NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Perez and Mayor Pro Tem Delgado
PUBLIC COMMENTS (CLOSED SESSION ITEMS):
None
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)/(e)(1) One (1) Potential Case
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54956.8
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Minutes City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting October 22, 2025
Property: Assessor’s Parcel No. 783-163-013
Agency Negotiator: City Manager Bill Pattison
Negotiating Parties: Madrona Real Estate LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING: - 6:00 P.M.
The City Council reconvened into open session at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
City Manager led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS:
No reportable action taken.
PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS/DIRECTION:
3. Presentation by Eastern Coachella Valley Youth Leadership Institute
4. Presentation by Alzheimer's Association
5. Fiscal Year 25-26 LLMD Updates and Community Meetings
6. Fiscal Year 25-26 Capital Improvement Plan Update
Councilmember Virgen stepped away at 6:59 p.m. and returned at 7:02 p.m.
Councilmember Virgen stepped away at 7:03 p.m. and returned at 7:06 p.m.
Councilmember Dr. Figueroa stepped away at 7:06 p.m. and returned at 7:09 p.m.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
1. La Gente del Valle
PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) (LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF 30 MINUTES. IF ADDITIONAL TIME IS REQUIRED FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS, THEY WILL BE HEARD AFTER ITEM NO. 15. PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR):
The public may address the City Council/Board/Corporation/ Authority on any item of interest to the public that is not on the agenda but is in the subject matter jurisdiction thereof. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
1. Iliana Garcia
2. Maria Selene Castillo
3. Jesus Gonzalez
4. Gabriel Hernandez
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Minutes City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting October 22, 2025
The council took a break at 8:06 p.m. and resumed at 8:08 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
(It is recommended that Consent Items be acted upon simultaneously unless separate discussion and/or action is requested by a Council Member.)
7. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2025, of the City of Coachella, Coachella Sanitary District, Coachella Fire Protection District, Coachella Financing Authority, Coachella Educational and Governmental Access Cable Corporation, Coachella Water Authority, Successor Agency to the Coachella Redevelopment Agency and Coachella Parks and Recreation
8. Receipts, Disbursements, and Net Cash Flows
9. Voucher Listing- EFT's/Utility Billing Refunds/FY 2025-26 Expenditures as of October 22, 2025, $4,465,410.54
10. Investment Report – August 31, 2025
11. Quarterly Reports - First Quarter (July - September) FY2025-2026
12. Authorize the Upgrade of Translation Services Agreement with Reliable Translation Services
13. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Maintenance Agreement with Conserve Landcare, LLC for the Landscape Lighting Maintenance Districts (LLMD), Project # 042623, in the Amount of $301,698.59
14. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-51 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Community Resilience Center (CRC) Sub-Recipient Agreement Between the City of Coachella and the Coachella Community Resilience Center Partners Listed in the Executed CRC Grant Agreement Dated July 18, 2025
15. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-52 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the U.S.
Department of Transportation for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program in the Amount of $360,000 for the Safe Streets for Coachella Action Plan
16. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-54 Approving Final Parcel Map No. 39098
17. Authorize a Sponsorship Award to Alianza Coachella Valley for The Hue Music and Arts Festival in the Amount of $1,000
18. Authorize a Community-Based Grant to Shay’s Warriors Life After Cancer in the Amount of $1,000 to Support its I am HOPE Services and Programming
19. Authorize a Community Based Grant to the Galilee Center in the Amount of $1,000 to Support their Food Basket Distribution Program
20. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment #5 to the Professional Services Agreement with Angenious Engineering Services, Inc. in the Amount of $500,000 to Provide Professional Engineering
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Minutes City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting October 22, 2025
Services for Phase 1of the Avenue 50 Corridor Widening from Oates Lane to Cabazon Road Project, City Project ST-146
21. Approve Resolution No. 2025-49 Approving an Inflation Adjustment for the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) for Calendar Year 2026
Motion: To approve the Consent Calendar
Made by: Councilmember Dr. Figueroa
Seconded by: Councilmember Virgen
Approved: 5-0: unanimous
AYES: Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Dr. Figueroa, Councilmember Virgen, Mayor Pro Tem Delgado and Mayor Hernandez
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
NEW BUSINESS CALENDAR (LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE):
22. Introduce Ordinance No. 1226 (First Reading) Amending Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code to Update the City's Cannabis Business Regulatory Permit Regulations and Making Findings Under CEQA; and
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-50 Authorizing the use of Live Scan Technology to Assist the City in Implementing its Cannabis Business Regulatory Permit Regulations Motion: To approve Ordinance No. 1226 (First Reading) Amending Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code to Update the City's Cannabis Business Regulatory Permit Regulations and Making Findings Under CEQA and adopt Resolution No. 2025-50 Authorizing the use of Live Scan Technology to Assist the City in Implementing its Cannabis Business Regulatory Permit Regulations
Made by: Mayor Hernandez
Seconded by: Councilmember Virgen
Approved: 5-0: unanimous
AYES: Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Dr. Figueroa, Councilmember Virgen, Mayor Pro Tem Delgado and Mayor Hernandez
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
23. Introduce Ordinance No. 1227 Amending Section 16.12.140 of the Coachella Municipal Code Regarding Extensions for the Filing of a Final Map
Item 9.
Minutes City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting October 22, 2025
Motion: To approve Ordinance No. 1227 Amending Section 16.12.140 of the Coachella Municipal Code Regarding Extensions for the Filing of a Final Map
Made by: Councilmember Dr. Figueroa
Seconded by: Councilmember Virgen
Approved: 5-0: unanimous
AYES: Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Dr. Figueroa, Councilmember Virgen, Mayor Pro Tem Delgado and Mayor Hernandez
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR (QUASI-JUDICIAL):
NONE
REPORTS AND REQUESTS:
Council Comments/Report of Miscellaneous Committees.
City Manager’s Comments.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Hernandez adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m.
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Angela Zepeda
City Clerk
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CITY OF COACHELLA
53-990 ENTERPRISE WAY
COACHELLA, CA 92236
CODE ENFORCEMENT, ABANDONED VEHICLE
ABATEMENT, GRAFFITI, PARK RANGERS &
ANIMAL CONTROL
QUARTERLY REPORT
July. 01, 2025 to Sep. 30, 2025
Prepared By:
Diana Becerra
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Code Enforcement Summary Report
Report Criteria:
Status Assigned To Census Tract Violation Initiation Open Date Range Follow up Date Range Close Date Range All All All All From 07/01/2025 To 09/30/2025 From To From To CE Totals
Total Closed Cases Open Cases
Totals 165 99 66
CE Cases by Violation
Violation
Total
Violations
Closed
Violations
Open
Violations
5 5 0
10.08.060 - Working on parked vehicles 0 0 0
10.20.010(18) Abandoned/Inoperable/Dismantled vehicle(s). 34 22 12
12.12.050 - Duty to maintain sidewalks. 1 0 1
12.16.030 - Permit required/CURB CUTS AND DRIVEWAYS 6 6 0
12.42.030 - Unlawful camping. 4 2 2
12.42.040 - Storage of personal property on public property. 12 10 2
12.50.100 Penalties. (B) Vending without a sidewalk vending permit 2 1 1
13.03.044 Wasting water prohibited. 0 0 0
13.03.208 - Access to water meter. 0 0 0
13.03.306 Expiration or Extension of Permit 1 0 1
15.04.020 (A) Concrete Flat Work, Shades & Storage Containers 7 2 5
15.44.010 Building Numbering/Required 3 1 2
15.60.010 Building Permit Required 22 4 18
15.60.050 - Substandard buildings and housing. 0 0 0
15.66.010 Seismic Hazard Mitigation 0 0 0
17.16.020 - Permitted uses. 0 0 0
17.16.030(C)(5)-Property development standards. Walls/Fences 1 0 1
17.17 - R-D RESORT DISTRICT 0 0 0
17.19 STANDARDS FOR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 0 0 0
17.48.020 Display of merchandised out of doors. 0 0 0
17.54.010 (N)(2) Parking and Storage in Residential Zones. 7 5 2
17.54.010 - Parking requirements. (Improved Surface) 0 0 0
17.54.010.(N)(3) 0 0 0
17.54.020 - Permitting of certain garage conversions to residential living space ("garage conversions"). 3 0 3
17.56.010(J)(2)(B) - Signs 0 0 0
17.58.010 - Home occupations 3 1 2
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17.60.010 (F)(4) Accessory structures 0 0 0
17.60.010 (G) - Trailers Outside Camps 0 0 0
17.60.010 - Property development standards. (Fence) 1 0 1
17.60.010 Property Development Standards 9D) (3)(a) Yards 0 0 0
17.60.010(3)(e) Development Standards 0 0 0
17.74.010 (D)(3) Conditional Uses 0 0 0
17.84 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries. 0 0 0
17.84 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries. 17.84.030 - Prohibited activities. 0 0 0
17.84 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries. 17.84.040 - Prohibited activities declared a public nuisance. 0 0 0
17.84 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries. 17.84.050 Penalties for Violations 0 0 0
2.08.060 (A) - Political sign regulations. 0 0 0
2.08.060 (B) - Political sign regulations 0 0 0
2.08.060 (C) - Political sign regulations 0 0 0
2.08.060 (D) - Political sign regulations 0 0 0
2.08.060 (E) - Political sign regulations 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D) (16) Visibility Hazard 8 5 3
3.10.010 (D) (27) Public Burning 1 0 1
3.10.010 (D)(10) Termites, Insects, Vermin or Rodents. 1 1 0
3.10.010 (D)(12) Abandon or Vacated Building/Structure 2 0 2
3.10.010 (D)(13) Offensive Odors 1 1 0
3.10.010 (D)(15) Hazardous Substances and Waste 2 0 2
3.10.010 (D)(18) 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D)(19) 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D)(20) Swmng Pools, Ponds and Other Bodies of Wtr. 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D)(23) Public Nuisances/Safety Hazard 8 3 5
3.10.010 (D)(24) Disruptive Activities 7 5 2
3.10.010 (D)(25) Land Use Entitlements. 1 1 0
3.10.010 (D)(3) Weeds 2 1 1
3.10.010 (D)(31) Animal Manure 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D)(36) Signs 0 0 0
3.10.010 (D)(38) - Maintenance and abatement of nuisances. 3 3 0
3.10.010 (D)(4) - Trees and Shrubs 10 5 5
3.10.010 (D)(44) Public Nuisances/Rubbish, Refuse and Dirt 23 8 15
3.10.010 (D)(8) -Maintenance of Private Driveways 0 0 0
3.10.010(35) Water Disposal 2 0 2
3.10.010(D)(11)-Sewage. 1 0 1
3.10.010(D)(15)-Hazardous Substances and Waste. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(16)-Visibility Hazard. 6 5 1
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3.10.010(D)(19)-Visual Blight 22 8 14
3.10.010(D)(20)-Swmng Pools, Ponds and Other Bodies of Wtr. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(21)-Public Toilets. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(22)-Privies. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(25)-Land Use Entitlements. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(27)-Public Burning. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(28)-Air Pollution. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(29) Mosquito Breeding Places. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(30) Discharge of Sewage 1 0 1
3.10.010(D)(31)-Animal Manure 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(32)-Hauling of Offensive Substances 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(33)-Clothes Lines. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(34) Stormwater Drainage 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(35)-Water Disposal. 1 1 0
3.10.010(D)(36)-Signs. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(37)-Encroachment. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(38)-Municipal Code Violations. 1 0 1
3.10.010(D)(39)-California Civil Code. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(40)-California Red Light Abatement Act. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(41)-California Drug Abatement Act. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(42)-State Housing Law. 0 0 0
3.10.010(D)(43)-Weed Abatement. 1 0 1
3.10.010(D)(6) Parking on Yard Off Driveway 2 1 1
3.10.010(D)(7) Occupied Vehicles 7 3 4
3.16.090 - Failure to comply with notice of violation. 23 7 16
5.48.030 - Nonconforming signs 0 0 0
5.48.090 - Permits for outdoor advertising signs. 0 0 0
5.80.030 - Permit requirement (STR) 1 0 1
5.80.100 - Operational requirements and performance standards established. (Short Term Rentals) 0 0 0
5.80.120 - Violations (STR) 1 0 1
7.04.040 - Prohibited noise generally. 0 0 0
8.20.040(C)Dust Control requirements 0 0 0
8.44.010 - Collection by city or agent only. 0 0 0
8.44.070 Commercial Garbage Collection and Disposal 0 0 0
8.48.030 (B)Graffiti Prohibited 3 3 0
8.60 - REGISTRATION AND MAINTENANCE OF ABANDONED PROPERTIES 0 0 0
8.60.040 Registration of Abandoned Property 0 0 0
8.60.050 - Abandoned Property Maintenance requirements. 3 2 1
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8.60.060 - Security requirements 2 1 1
8.64.050 - Vacant Property Maintenance Requirements 2 0 2 Abandoned/Inoperable/Dismantled vehicle(s) 10 5 5
Business License Required 4 2 2
Business Subject to Miscellaneous Tax Rates/Transportation, Trucking and Towing 0 0 0
CFC 10.206(a)-(b) Obstruction 1 1 0
CFC 10.206(b)-Hydrant, (c) Red curb-15' each side 1 1 0 CFC 10.207(1)-Fire Apparatus Access Roads, (a) Red curb on signs 0 0 0 CFC 10.207-Fire Apparatus Access Roads. (b) Obstruction 0 0 0 CFC 10.208(a)-Premises Identification, 0 0 0
CFC 10.301(a)-Fire Extinguishers, (a) Minimum 2A10BC 0 0 0 CFC 10.301(a)-Fire Extinguishers, (e) Commercial kitchen 40BC. 0 0 0 CFC 10.302(a)-Fire Extinguishers, (b) Servicing due 0 0 0 CFC 10.313(b)-Hood and Duct Systems, (b) Proper nozzle position, caps, coverage
0 0 0
CFC 10.313(c)-Hood and Duct Systems, (c) Automatic gas/electric shut off 0 0 0 CFC 10.313(e) 0 0 0
CFC 10.313(e)-Hood and Duct Systems, (d) Fuse able links, cables, conduits 0 0 0 CFC 10.401 0 0 0
CFC 10.401-Walls and Ceilings, (a) Holes sealed 0 0 0
CFC 10.402(a)-Exits, (e) Maintain fire rated doors, windows, dampers, and hardware 0 0 0
CFC 11.201(b)-General Housekeeping, (a) Rubbish/trash buildup 0 0 0 CFC 11.203(b)-General Housekeeping, (d) Storage not within 24" of ceiling 0 0 0 CFC 11.203(c)-General Housekeeping, (g) Storage in boiler, mech., elect. panel rooms prohibited 0 0 0
CFC 11.205(a)-General Housekeeping, (h) Candles used in approved manner 0 0 0 CFC 12.103(a)-Exits, (d) Exit obstruction 0 0 0
CFC 12.106(c)-General Housekeeping, (e) Storage under stairs prohibited 0 0 0 CFC 12.203(a)-Occupant Limit/Sign, (a) Occupant load sign(s) posted 0 0 0 CFC 12.207-General Housekeeping, Storage in attic space prohibited 0 0 0 CFC 13.103-Occupant Limit/Sign, (b) Required NO SMOKING signs 0 0 0 CFC 74.107(a) 0 0 0
CFC 79-201(e)-Flammable Liquids -(a) Approved safety cans under 10 gal. 0 0 0 CFC 79.107-Flammable Liquids, (c) Legible labeling 0 0 0 CFC 79.201(e)-Flammable Liquids, (b) Approved cabinet exceeding 10 gal. 0 0 0 CFC 85.104 (c)-Electrical, (c) Abatement of electrical hazards 3 1 2 CFC 85.104 (f)-Electrical, (f) Cover open space in circuit breaker panel 1 0 1 CFC 85.106-Electrical, (d) Exten. cords not allowed as permanent wiring 4 2 2
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CFC 85.107-Electrical, (a) Zip cords/cube adapters not allowed 0 0 0 CFC 85.108-Electrical, (b) Min. 30" clear access to circuit breaker 0 0 0 CFC Stand. No. 10-1-6.9-Fire Extinguishers, (c) Mounted 3-5 feet from floor 0 0 0 CFC Standard No. 10-1-6.5-Fire Extinguishers, (d) Obstruction 0 0 0 Display of merchandise out of Door 0 0 0
Garbage Containers 29 12 17
Illegal Dumping 3 3 0
Illegal, Nonconform. Building or Structure(s) 7 2 5
Manner of Parking /Parallel Parking 1 1 0
Manner of Parking/Angle Parking 0 0 0
Manner of Parking/Commercial Vehicles Prohibited from Parking on Private Property and Public Rights-of-Ways 0 0 0
NEC 380-9 Electrical, (e) Outlet faceplates/covers in place 1 0 1 NFPA 13-4-2.5.1 Automatic Fire Sprinklers Systems, (c) 18" clearance below heads 0 0 0
Parking on yard/off driveway 36 14 22
Parking Requirements/General Provisions 0 0 0
Parking Requirements/Surface of Parking Area 0 0 0
Permit for Outdoor Advertising Signs 1 1 0
Prkg. Lot Striping/Handicap Markings 0 0 0
Prohibited Stopping, Standing or Parking/On a Crosswalk 0 0 0 Prohibited Stopping, Standing or Parking/Within an Intersection 0 0 0 Property Development Standards/Maintenance 0 0 0
Public Nuisances / Animals 6 5 1
Public Nuisances / Attractive Nuisances 1 1 0
Public Nuisances / Fire Hazard 7 3 4
Public Nuisances / Landscaping 12 2 10
Public Nuisances / Trees and Shrubs 5 3 2
Service Stations/Intent and Purpose 0 0 0
Service Stations/Landscaping 1 0 1
Service Stations/Parking 0 0 0
Set up Temporary Sales Location 2 2 0
Signs-All signs and sign programs shall be subject to review and approval 0 0 0 Special Event/Sales Permit Required 7 7 0
Special Event/Sales Signs 7 7 0
Stopping, Standing and Parking/Public or Private Driveway 0 0 0 Stopping, Standing or Parking/Sidewalk 11 6 5
Termites, Insects, Vermin or Rodents 1 0 1
Termites, Insects, Vermin or Rodents 0 0 0
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Termites, Insects, Vermin or Rodents 0 0 0
Title 19, Subchapter 5-Hood and Duct Systems, (a)Serviced within 6 months 0 0 0 Trimming palm trees--Required 0 0 0
UBC 3304(c)-"This Door to Remain Unlocked During Business Hours" 0 0 0 UBC 3313(b)-(f) Emergency lighting operable 0 0 0
UBC 3314(c)-(b) Illuminated EXIT sign operable 0 0 0
UBC 3315(b)-(c) 44' clear access aisle width to exits 0 0 0 UMC 504(a)-General Housekeeping, (c) 36" clearance around water heater 0 0 0 Weed Abatement 4 3 1
Totals 426 207 219
Abandoned Vehicles AVA Summary Report
Report Criteria:
Status Assigned To Census Tract Violation Initiation Open Date Range Follow up Date Range Close Date Range All All All All From 07/01/2025 To 09/30/2025 From To From To AVA Totals
Total Closed Cases Open Cases
Totals 32 31 1
Vehicles Abated
Disposition Vehicles
Agency Abated 8
Other 0
Unfounded 0
Voluntary Compliance 23
Totals 31
Graffiti Abatement Summary Report:
April 2025 to June 2025
Gallons used 89 gallons
Gallons purchased 18 gallons
Cover ups 12531
Pressure Washing 912 sq. ft.
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Park Ranger Summary Report
July 2025 to September 2025
Month: Unsheltered
Contacts:
Park
Vandalism:
Street Sweeper
Cites:
Park League
Issues:
July 91 19 727 0
August 119 15 470 1
September 100 10 684 0
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Riverside County Animal Control
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City of Coachella Development Status Report
October 2025
Prepared By:
Community Development Department
Kendra Reif, Community Development Director
Adrian Moreno, Associate Planner
Vanessa Sanchez, Planning Technician
Anahi Fernandez, Management Analyst
Coachella Permit Center
53-990 Enterprise Way
Coachella, CA 92236
(760) 398-3102 Fax (760) 398-5421
www.coachella.org
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*Cannabis-related businesses/developments are identified in green text.
Case No. Name / Description Location Contact Person Approval Date & Status AR
EA
14-02
14-03
Double Date Packing Facility
Construct new 35,500 sq. ft.
date packing facility
86301 Industrial Way
APN 763-131-061
Steven Gilfenbain
9777 Wilshire Blvd., #900
Beverly Hills, CA. 90212
(310) 651-2591
PC approved 12/17/14
1 st Phase Complete
AR 16-04 Truck Storage
To develop a vehicle storage
yard in the M-S Zone on 3.10
acres.
49-640 Oates Lane Julia Molinar
P.O. Box 3091
Indio, CA. 92201
(760) 578-2108
PC Approved 4/20/16
1 st Phase Complete (Off-site
improvements pending)
AR
TPM
CZ
EA
CUP
DA
16-19
37209
16-03
16-06
290
Date Palm Business Park
To subdivide 80 acres into a
multi-tenant industrial park.
East of Harrison Street,
North and South of
Avenue 49
Wesley Ahlgren
Sundate/Anthony Vineyards
P O Box 9578
Bakersfield CA
93389-9578
(760)406-4060
PC Approved 10/18/17
CC Approved 12/13/17
PC Approved (DA) 12/20/18
CC Approved (DA) 1/17/18
CC - 1st Final Map 9/14/20
AR
DA
17-07 Glenroy Resort - Project A
To construct a 76-unit
Bungalow-Style Hotel with
160,656 sq. ft. on 24.43 acres
in the CG zone.
SE Corner of Avenue 48
and Van Buren Street
Glenroy Coachella, LLC
1801 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90035
(310) 207-6990
PC Approved 6/7/17
CC Approved (DA) 10/11/17
(Ord 1110)
Construction Stalled
AR
CZ
VAR
17-12
17-02
17-06
Coachella Village
To construct a new 242-unit
multifamily residential
project on 9.69 acres
South side of Ave 48,
west of Van Buren St
David Schuman
Coachella Village Partners, LLC
1014 S. Westlake Bl Ste 14
Westlake Village CA 91361
(213)321-9689
PC Approved 11/15/17
CC Approved 1/17/18
Plans Approved and ready for
permit issuance
AR 18-05 Coachella Village - Phase #2
To construct a new 110-unit
multifamily residential gated
community on 4.51 acres of
vacant land.
South side of Ave 48,
west of Van Buren St
David Schuman
Coachella Village Partners, LLC
1014 S. Westlake Bl Ste 14
Westlake Village CA 91361
(213)321-9689
PC Approved 10/17/18
Expired
Plans Approved
AR 18-10
(Admin)
Golden State Energy Services
Construct new electrical
substation
NE Corner Polk St. and
Industrial Way
Golden State Energy Services
3421 Gato Ct.
Riverside CA 92507
(951) 906-9865
Plans Approved
AR 18-11 Pueblo Viejo Plaza
Construct new 6,900 sq. ft.
Northwest corner of 9th
St. and Grapefruit Blvd.
Pedro Padilla
49305 Grapefruit Blvd
PC Approved 4/17/19
Expired
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City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
3 commercial center with two
restaurants and retail suite.
Coachella, CA. 92236
(760) 972-2441
AR 19-01 Oraway Engineering
To construct a new
825 sq. ft. office and
contractor yard on 2.89 acres.
54-101 Enterprise Way Armando Bravo
83-850 Corte Solis
Coachella, CA. 92236
(760) 791-4383
PC Approved 4/17/19
Completed 2024
AR 19-02 Guardado Commercial
Center
To construct a new 22,300
sq. ft. multi-tenant
retail/office complex on 1
acre
Southeast Corner of
Valley Rd. and Cesar
Chavez Street
Jual Carlos Guardado
82204 Hwy 111 Ste A
Indio, CA. 92201
(760) 578-3669
PC Approved 8/7/19
1 yr time ext PC approved on
11/3/21 to 8/7/22
2nd 1 yr time ext PC approved
on 10/26/22 to 8/7/22
In Plan Check
Expired 8/7/22
AR 19-03
(Admin)
Vista Escondida – Phase 3
Review of 3 production home
models ranging in size from
1,378 sq. ft. to 1,874 sq. ft.
North side of Avenue 54
east of Cesar Chavez
Street (Tract 32264)
Mario Alberto Ornelas
2280 Wardlow Circle Ste 100
Corona CA 92880
Approved 8/27/19
Complete
AR
CZ
19-06
19-01
Villa Verde Apartments
To construct 152 multifamily
apartments on 9.25 acres of
vacant land.
84-824 Calle Verde
(SW Corner of Calle
Techa & Calle Verde)
Villa Verde I., LP
1149 S. Hill St Suite 700
Los Angeles CA 90015
(213) 255-2815
Director Approved 2/20/20
AR 19-08 Pueblo Viejo Villas
To construct of new 3-story
mixed use building with 105
dwelling units and 3,000 sq.
ft. of commercial and Transit
Hub (Related to CZ 17-03)
NE Corner of Cesar
Chavez Street, and 6th St
Dave Davis
Chelsea Investment Corp
6339 Paseo Del Lago
Carlsbad CA 92011
(619)987-7780
PC Approved 1/15/20
Complete
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City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
4 AR
TPM
19-10
37833
CV Apartments (renamed
Placita Dolores Huerta)
To demolish 50 dwellings
and construct 110 new
multifamily apartments with
community building, in two
phases with a lot split
sudivision.
84-900 Bagdad Avenue Vincent Nicholas
Community Housing Opportunities
5030 Business Center Drive Suite
Fairfield CA 94534
(707)759-6043 ext. 112
PC Approved 2/5/20
CC Approved 3/11/20
Final Map Recorded
Phase 1 Complete
AR 19-11
(Admin)
Valencia by Pulte Homes
Review of 3 production home
models ranging in size from
1,959 sq. ft. to 2,824 sq. ft.
East side of Van Buren
Street south of Avenue
50 (Tract 31698)
Cole Theel
Pulte Homes
27-401 Los Altos
Mission Viejo CA 92691
Director Approved 2/14/20
Completed
AR 20-05
(Admin)
New SFR Home
Construct new 1,775 sq. ft. 4
bedroom, 2 bath homes with
attached garage
52878 Calle Camacho Juan Carlos Lopez
52443 Calle Avila
Coachella CA 92236
(760)619-8680
Director Approved 8/13/20
Completed
AR 20-10
(Admin)
Meza Storage Shed
Construct new 6,000 sq. ft.
storage shed on the site of a
wholesale palm tree nursery.
Southeast Corner of
Vista Del Sur and Tyler
Street
Nicolas Meza
50580 Calle Mendoza
Coachella CA 92236
(760)541-9034
Director Approved 2/10/21
Expired 2/10/22
AR 21-01
(Admin)
Nova Homes DBA Inland
Builders
Review of three (3)
production homes for final
phase of Rancho Mariposa
NW Corner of Ave. 50
and Frederick Street
Nicolas Meza
50580 Calle Mendoza
Coachella CA 92236
(760)541-9034
Pending
AR 21-02
(Admin)
Cathron Residence
Construct new 1,659 sq. ft.
single family residence with
attached garage.
84-499 Calle Cathron Gabriel Gonzalez
43-738 Commanche St
Indio CA 92201
(760)574-0601
Complete
AR 21-04 Ocean Mist Proposed 3.99
acre outdoor box storage
86709 and 86790 Ave
52 Christopher Drew
52300 Enterprise Way
Coachella, CA 92236
Admin. Approval 8/18/21
Complete
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
5 AR 21-06 29 Palms Band of Mission
Indians Temporary Event
Parking Proposed event
parking on 26 acres.
Portion of Planning
Area 1 of the Shadow
View Specific Plan
(APN 603-102-021,
603-110-016, 603-102-
029, 603-102-037, 603-
102-003, 603-102-002)
Twenty Nine Palms Band of
Mission Indians
46-200 Harrison Place
Coachella, CA 92236
Pending
Application deemed incomplete
CZ
EA
20-07
20-04
B-4 Ranch Change of Zone
City-Initiated Change of
Zone for 5th Cycle Housing
Element
North side of Ave. 52,
east and west of
Education Way
City of Coachella
53-990 Enterprise Way
Coachella, CA 92236
(760) 398-3502
PC Recommended Approval
05-05-21
CC approved 6/9/21
CUP
AR
254
(Mod)
12-07
Gateway AM/PM Project
Construct carwash, drive-thru
restaurant modification
Southwest corner of
Ave. 48 and Grapefruit
Blvd.
The Chandi Group USA
P.O. Box 2817
Indio, CA. 92202
(760) 396-9260
PC approved 10/21/15
Complete
CUP
EA
DA
265
15-07
Cultivation Technologies
To develop a 111,000 sq. ft.
multi-tenant medical
cannabis cultivation facility.
84-811 Avenue 48 Michael Meade
Desert Rock Development
72100 Magnesia Falls
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)837-1880
PC Approved 7/6/16
CC Approved (DA) 7-27-16
PC Approved Mod.-12/19/19
Project Re-Entitled as:
Desert Research Park #4
CUP
AR
TTM
TPM
EA
266
16-03
37040
37083
16-01
Coachella Vineyards Luxury
RV Park
To develop a 185-Lot RV
Park and subdivision on
29.41 acres of vacant land
NE Corner of Tyler
Street and Vista Del
Norte
Patty Nugent
Coachella Vineyards Luxury RV
Park, LLC
45-920 Meritage Lane
Coachella, CA. 92236
(760) 289-5279
PC Approved 7/18/18
CC Approved 9/26/18
PM Approved 4/10/19 Reso2019-23
1 Yr. Ext 9/26/21 (TTM
37040)
AB 1561 Extends TTM to
3/26/23
1 Yr. Ext 3/26/24 (TTM
37040)
1 Yr. Ext 3/26/25 and
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
6 Modification PC Approved
2/29/24
Under Construction
Phase 1 Operational
CUP
CUP
AR
TTM
EA
267
268
16-05
37088
16-02
Ravella - To develop 20 acres
Planned Development with a
service station on 5 acres of
Neighborhood Commercial
center, and 115 residences on
15 acres.
NW Corner of Avenue
50 & Calhoun Street
Tower Energy Group
1983 W. 190th St., Ste. 100
Torrance, CA. 90504
(310) 535-8000
P.C. Approved 6/15/16
CC Approved 7/13/16
Automatic 36 month
extension to July 13, 2021 per
Map Act.
AB 1561 18 month extension
to 7/13/2023
1 st 1 Yr. Ext 1/13/24
2 nd 1 Yr. Ext 1/13/25
3 rd 1 Yr. Ext 1/13/26 Approved
9/18/2024
CUP 268
(Mod.)
Borrego Health To modify
the Ravella/Tower Energy
Planned Development to
alow a new 40,919 sq. ft., 2-
story, medical clinic with 294
parking spaces on approx. 4
acres in Tract 37088-1
NW Corner of Avenue
50 & Calhoun Street
Tower Energy Group
1983 W. 190th St., Ste. 100
Torrance, CA. 90504
(310) 535-8000
P.C. Approved 4/17/19
Complete
CUP
AR
275
16-14
Mosque & Assembly Hall
To construct a new 20,260
square foot mosque to be
built in two phases.
84-650 Avenue 49 Shakil Patel
25982 Hinkle St
Loma Linda CA 92354
(909)796-0300
PC Approved 12-21-16
Grading Permit Issued
CUP
AR
EA
276
16-18
16-05
Coachella Warehouses
To construct a 255,800 sq. ft.
multi-tenant medical
84-851 Avenue 48 Kevin Stumm
PCC Industrial/Commercial
760 Garden View Court, Suite 200
PC Approved 12/21/16
CC Approved 02/08/17
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
7 cannabis cultivation facility Encinitas, CA 92024
(760)452-8075
Phase 1 Complete
CUP
AR
VAR
278
17-02
17-03
Kismet Organic
To construct a phased 77,400
sq. ft. medical cannabis
cultivation facility.
48-050 Harrison Street Ed Sapigao
5151 California Ave Ste 100
Irvine CA 92617
(949)280-4782
PC Approved 7/19/17
CC (Appeal) Approved 9/27/17
CUP
CUP
CUP
284
285
286
Mobilitie Mono-Pole
To install 3 new wireless
communications poles in the
street right-of-way
SEC of Ave 52 & Tyler
SWC Ave 50 &
Harrison
NWC Westerfield &
Harrison
Robert Lewis
Mobilitie, LLC
2955 Red Hill Ave Ste 200
Costa Mesa CA 92626
(951) 212-5825
PC Approved 12/21/17
CUP 284 Withdrawn
CZ
CUP
AR
EA
17-01
279
17-03
17-01
Coachella Green LLC
To construct a phased
833,829 sq. ft. medical
cannabis industrial park.
86-601 Industrial Way Barry Walker
1933 S. Broadway No. 806
Los Angeles CA 90007
(323) 997-9914
PC Approved 11/15/17
CC Approved 11/29/17
1 st - 12-month time extension
11/29/2019
PC Approved 24 month
retroactivetime extension
11/18/20 – Expired 11/29/21
Project under new Ownership
CUP
AR
289
17-11
Coachella Brands
To construct a new 91,948 sf
cannabis cultivation facility
in the MW zone.
84-805 Ave. 48 Richard O’Connor
2 Curie Ct
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)409-6464
AR Approved 8/30/17
CUP Approved 11/1/17
Interim Use In Operation
Amendment to the CUP
submitted in April 2022.
CUP
AR
TPM
EA
280
17-04
37266
17-02
Coachella Research Park #2
To develop an 833,829 sq. ft.
multi-tenant medical
cannabis cultivation facility,
with industrial condo lots, on
20 acres in the MW zone.
48-451 Harrison Street Michael Meade
Desert Rock Development
72-100 Magnesia Falls Dr. Ste 2
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)837-1880
PC Approved 10/4/17
CC Approved 10/25/17
In Plan Check
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
8 CUP
AR
DA
VAR
280
(Mod)
17-04
(Mod)
18-05
Coachella RP #2 (Modified)
To allow two 3-story
industrial buildings (98,520
sf) and four greenhouses
(404,308 sf) for cannabis
cultivation uses.
48-451 Harrison Street Michael Meade
Desert Rock Development
72-100 Magnesia Falls Dr. Ste 2
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)837-1880
PC Approved 11/28/18
CC Approved 2/13/19
Phase 1 Complete
CUP
AR
TPM
EA
281
17-05
37265
17-03
Coachella Research Park #1
To develop an 311,250 sq. ft.
multi-tenant medical
cannabis cultivation facility,
with industrial condo lots on
11.28 acres in the MW zone.
NE Corner of Ave. 48
and Harrison Street
Michael Meade
Desert Rock Development
72-100 Magnesia Falls Dr. Ste 2
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)837-1880
PC Approved 10/4/17
CC Approved 10/25/17
Grading commenced
CUP
TPM
EA
282
37333
17-04
REI / Ponte Hotel Project
To develop a 5.45 acre site
with 2 hotels, drive-thru pad,
and restaurant.
NE Corner of Vista Del
Norte and Dillon Road
Claudio Ponte
726 W. Ventura Blvd Ste F
Camarillo CA 93010
(805)383-0367
PC Approved 7/19/17
CC Approved 8/9/17
Final Map Recorded
CUP Expired 8/9/2019
CUP
CUP
CZ
299
300
18-03
HOTN/Sinsemilla
Dispensary & Pub Project
Proposed 1,839 sq. ft. retail
cannabis dispensary and
1,432 sq. ft. bar/pub
1694 6th Street Pedro Ordoñez
6 th Street Tap Room
45631 Capistrano St
Indio CA 92201
(760)409-6169
PC Approved 3/20/19
CC Approved 5/8/19
Under Construction
CUP 292 Verizon Wireless
To install a new wireless
communications pole at
Bagdouma Park
Northeast corner of
Frederick St and Ave 52
Bryce Novak
7711 Normal Ave
La Mesa CA 91941
PC Approved 1/31/18
Complete
CUP
AR
293
17-14
Coachella Herb Plantation
To construct a new 67,240 sf
medical cannabis cultivation
facility on 3.2 acres in the
MW zone.
84-801 Ave 48 Marcelo Morales
84-801 Ave. 48
Coachella CA 92236
(760)699-1332
PC Approved 11/28/17
Time Extension to 11/28/19
Time Extension to 11/28/20
Interim Use Under
Construction
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
9 CUP 294 Chelsea Mixed Use Project
To establish “PD” land use
regulations and development
standards for TOD project
(105 Apartments w/ 3,000 sf
commercial and Transit Hub)
East side of Cesar
Chavez Street, north of
6 th Street
Walter Heiberg
Chelsea Investment Corp
6339 Paseo Del Lago
Carlsbad CA 92011
(760)456-6000
PC Approved 12/21/17
CC Approved 11/29/18
Modification Approved
1/30/19
Complete
CUP
AR
VAR
297
18-01
18-01
CoachellaGro Corp.
To construct a new 257,051
sf cannabis cultivation
facility on 10.99 acres of
vacant land in the M-W zone.
East side of Harrison
Street, South of Ave. 48
CoachellaGro Corp.
3060 Saturn St #250
Brea CA 92821
(760)940-0100
PC Approved 6/6/18
Time Extension to 6/6/20
CZ
CUP
AR
VAR
18-09
307
18-07
18-04
Polk Cannabis
Redevelopment Project
To construct a new 174,500
sf cannabis cultivation
facility on 10 acres of land.
53-800 Polk St.
Peter Solomon
53-800 Polk St
Coachella CA 92236
(760)895-2621
PC Approved 11/7/18
CC Approved 12/12/18
Time Extension to March 18,
2021 related to litigation
CUP 301 AT & T Wireless Antenna
To install a new wireless
communications mono-palm
at 50 ft high
Jackson Square
SE Corner of Jackson
St. and Ave. 48
AT & T c/o Melissa Francisco
19519 Jacob Ave.
Cerritos CA 90703
(562)972-5161
PC Approved 9/19/18
Complete
CUP 302 AT & T Wireless Antenna
To install a new wireless
communications mono-palm
at 50 ft high
Bagdouma Park
51-711 Douma St.
AT & T c/o Melissa Francisco
19519 Jacob Ave.
Cerritos CA 90703
(562)972-5161
PC Approved 9/19/18
Complete
CUP
AR
EA
TPM
313
18-13
18-06
37670
Luxor Luxury RV Storage
To develop an indoor
123,940 sq. ft. indoor RV
storage facility with repair
and washing service, and
49-751 Oates Lane Luxtor Limited, LLC
450 Kansas Street #104
Redlands CA 92373
(909)556-5848
PC Approved 3/6/19
CC Approved 7/10/19
Under Construction
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
10 caretaker unit
CUP
AR
EA
308
18-08
18-03
Red Moon RV Park
To develop a 78.3-acre RV
Resort with 46 long-term
rental spaces and 390 shortterm rental spaces
44-790 Dillon Rd.
Jim Komick
Red Moon Dev. & Construction
4320 Priceless View Dr.
Gold Canyon AZ 85118
(480)947-9253
PC Approved 3/06/19
Completed
CUP
AR
EA
VAR
318
(Mod)
19-09
19-01
19-03
NB Coachella Cannabis
Cultivation Facility
To construct a new industrial
greenhouse park for
commercial cannabis
cultivation uses on 49.97
acres of vacant land in the
MS-IP Zone.
86-601 Industrial Way NB Coachella Properties, Inc.
1650 Black Road
Santa Maria CA 93458
c/o CV Engineers
(760)360-4200
Pending
Application On Hold
CUP 319 Botanero Mexicali- Alcohol
Sales.
To allow beer and wine sales
with 1121 sq. ft. snack bar.
51-704 Cesar Chavez St.
Unit #3
Maria Carrera
51-704 Cesar Chavez St Unit #3
Coachella CA 92236
(760)574-5543
Application Withdrawn
(Not Needed due to
grandfathered ABC license)
CUP
VAR
320
20-01
K.C. Vargas Tattoo Parlor
To allow an 800 sq. ft. tattoo
parlor in the CG zone.
48-975 Grapefruit
Boulevard, Suite #4
Kenny Coronel Vargas
31-180 Desert Palm Dr.
Thousand Palms CA 92276
(442)400-1562
PC Approved 5/20/20
Business Open
CUP
CUP
AR
TPM
321
322
20-03
37940
7-Eleven Service Station/
Retail Center. To allow a
10,588 sq. ft. retail center
with service station, drivethru coffee /office buildings on 3 acres in the CG zone.
NE Corner of 1st St. and
Cesar Chavez St.
Mr. Francis Chu
Coachella Retail Realty, LP
1401 Quail St. Suite #100
Newport Beach CA 92660
(949)752-2515
PC Approved 7/15/20
CC Approved 9/23/20
PC Approved AR 20-03 and
TPM 37940 CUP 321 AR 20-
03 Mod PC Approved 1/5/22
CC AR 20-03 TPM 37940 CC
Mod Approval 1/26/22
Under Construction
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
11 CUP 323 The Foundation Delivery
To allow a 650 sq. ft. nonstorefront retail cannabis
(delivery only) microbusiness
in the CG zone.
51-544 Cesar Chavez
St., Suite #J1
CHAD Enterprises, LLC
43-100 Palm Royale Dr. #1627
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760)799-3636
PC Approved 9/2/20
Now operating
EA
CUP
CUP
CUP
CZ
AR
TTM
GPA
20-01
324
325
326
20-01
20-04
37921
20-01
Coachella Airport Business
Park.
To construct a 628,825 sq. ft.
industrial center w/ Cannabis
Cultivation, mini-storage, and
service station on 42.69 acres
in the MS-IP zone.
NW Corner of Airport
Blvd and CA-86
Expressway
Empire Airport, LLC (Haagen Co.)
12302 Exposition Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90064
(310)820-1200
Notice of Preperation EIR
8/25/23
Under Review
CUP
EA
AR
327
20-02
20-06
Bejarano Project
To construct a new 172,61
sq. ft. cannabis cultivation
facility on 9.98 acres in the
MW zone.
48-100 Harrison Street David E. Argudo
15835 E. Main St.
La Puente CA 91744
(415)640-4420
PC Approved 11/18/20
Expired
CUP
CZ
AR
328
20-02
20-08
Cairo Casitas Project
To construct new 8-unit
apartments project and
remodel existing commercial
building on 0.498 acres in the
CG zone.
51-704 Cesar Chavez St. Tomer Tzadok
23679 Calabasas Rd. #280
Calabasas CA 91302
(310) 751-4125
PC Approved 9/2/20
Expired
CUP
CUP
334
293
(Mod.)
Coachella Greenery
To allow a 1,100 sq. ft. retail
cannabis business in an
existing industrial building
on 3.2 acres in the M-W
zone.
84-801 Avenue 48 Diana Palacios
83614 Eagle Avenue
Coachella CA 92236
(760)50-14878
PC Approved 3/17/21
Business Open
CUP 335 Kismet Organic NonStorefront Retail Cannabis
To allow a 225 sq. ft. nonstorefront retail cannabis
48-050 Harrison St. #2 Mr. Kyle Friend
9 Cushing
Irvine CA 92617
PC Approved 11/18/20
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
12 business in the MW zone.
CUP
CZ
336
20-08
Pueblo Cannabis
To allow a 1,500 sq. ft. retail
cannabis dispensary in an
existing building on 0.30
acres of land in the CG-RC
zone.
85-591 Grapefruit Blvd Armando Lerma
83-983 Fiesta Road
Coachella, CA 92236
PC Approved 8/4/21
CC Approved 5/26/21- CUP
CC Approved 6/9/21 – CZ
Time Extension for CUP
Approved by PC 6-15-22
Under Construction
CUP
CZ
VAR
337
21-01
21-01
Coachella Releaf Dispensary
Proposed 3,800 sq. ft. retail
cannabis microbusiness in the
MS-IP zone.
86-705 Avenue 54 Ste H Adriana Gonzalez
84-095 Tera Vista
Coachella CA 92236
PC Approved 4/7/21
CC Approved CUP 337 and
Variance 21-01 on 8/25/21
9/8/21 Change of Zone adopted
Business is open
CUP
VAR
338
21-02
Coachella Paradise
Convenience Store
New 2,500 sq. ft.
convenience store with offsale general liquor sales.
50-233 Cesar Chavez St. Mr. Nesrin Steih
6988 Cantera Way
Fontana, CA 92336
(909)728-0379
PC Denied 6/16/21
CC Denied Appeal 7/14/21
CUP
VAR
340
21-03
Best Friends Farms
Proposed 1,200 sq. fdt. NonStorefront Retail Cannabis
84-705 Ave 50, Suite #4 Craig Guggolz
69-822 Via del Sur
Cathedral City, CA 92234
PC Approved 6/16/21 (Res. 21-
13)
Operational
CUP 344 Meza Interim Outdoor
Cannabis Cultivation
24 hoop houses coveraing 1.1
acres for the interim outdoor
cultivation of cannabis
located on a 5 acre parcel
86099 Tyler Street Nicolas Meza/CSC Growers
50580 Calle Mendoza
Coachella, CA 92236
[email protected]
PC Approved 10/16/21
CUP 345 CVG Interim Outdoor
Cannabis Cultivation
11 acres of proposed outdoor
cannabis cultivation in hoop
houses.
50501 Fillmore Street Wyatt Nelson
2323 Bonfield Ct, Camarillo, CA
(805)910-8587
PC approved 1/20/22
CUP
CZ
342
21-03
American Desert LLC Multitenant Microbusiness Project 86695 Avenue 54 American Desert LLC 15303 Arrow Blvd
PC approved 10/20/21
CC approved 11/10/21
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
13 VAR 21-04 conversion of an existing
18,960 square foot multitenant (12 units) industrial
building for cannabis
business uses on a 1.29 acre
parcel
Fontana, CA 92335
(213) 81603214
TTM
EA
CUP
CZ
GPA
32263
05-11
207
05-04
07-04
322 SF Units Subdivision
64.64 acres
See AR 05-21
Nickel creek
Ave 44, West of Dillon Coachella-Nickel Creek LLC
5744 Canyon Road
Amarillo, TX. 79109
PC approved 9/5/07
CC approved 9/12/07
SB1185 Ext to 9/12/10
AB333 Ext to 9/12/12
AB208 Ext to 9/12/14
AB116 Ext. to 9/12/16
1 Yr. Ext. to 9/12/17
1 Yr. Ext. to 9/12/18
Statutory Ext. to 9/12/21
TTM
AR
EA
CUP
CZ
GPA
Annex
35523
07-13
07-16
231
07-08
07-05
60 Villa Palmeras
111 Single Family attached &
detached residential
11.58 acres
South side of Ave 50
between Jackson St &
Calhoun St
DSE Turco, L.P.
Attn: Scott Carino
8910 University Center Ln
Suite 690
San Diego CA 92122
(858) 458-3432
(858) 458-3412 FAX
PC approved 1/16/08
CC approved 5/28/08
TTM Expired 5/28/19
SP
GPA
CZ
EA
TPM
14-01
14-01
14-01
14-04
36872
Vista del Agua Specific Plan
280-acre subdivision with
single-family residential,
multi-family residential and
commercial development.
S of Vista del Sur
N of Ave. 48,
E of Tyler St.,
W of Polk Street
James Kozak
Strategic Land Partners, LP
12671 High Bluff Dr.,
Suite 150
San Diego, Ca. 92130
(858) 699-7440
PC Workshop 3/20/19
PC Approved 6/19/19
CC Approved 5/13/20
TPM
VAR
37758
21-05
Cervantes Lot Split
Subdivision of 10 acres into 2
lots
50800 Van Buren St Greg Cervantes
82265 Padova Dr.
Indio, CA 92203
PC Approved 7-21-21
CC Approved 8-25-21
Final Map approved
TTM 38084 Pulte Coachella Subdivision Northside of Ave 51, Daniel Wozniak PC Approved 5/19/21
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
14 AR
VAR
EA
21-03
21-04
21-01
“Sevilla I”
Subdivide 26.8 acres of
vacant land into 107 SFR
lots.
500 East of Van Buren
St. (APN 768-050-002)
Pulte Homes Company LLC
27401 Los Altos St 400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
CC Approved 6/23/21
Completed
TTM 31978 Bellssima Subdivision
Subdivide 38 acres into 160
single family lots
Southeast corner of
Avenue 53 and Fredrick
Street
Brighton Properties, LLC (original
TTM applicant)
PC Approved
CC Approved 5/20/06
1 Yr. Ext. to 8/24/18 (Reso
2017-53)
1 Yr Ext. to 8/24/19
1 Yr Ext. to 8/24/20
AB 1561 Ext. to 2/24/2022
Grading Commenced in April
2022
Completed
TPM
AR
CUP
38218
21-07
354
JJWR Holdings, LLC
construction of two 25,750
sq. ft. industrial building to
create up to 32 warehouse
condos and 8 office condos
53-457 and 53-459
Enterprise Way
JJWR, LLC
440 Santa Lucia Drive
Hemet, CA 92543
PC Approved 5/18/22
CC Approved 6/8/22
Expired 6/8/24
VAR 18-02 Desert Research Park #1
To exceed height limit for 3
new industrial buildings.
NE Corner of Ave. 48
and Harrison St.
Michael Meade
Desert Rock Development
72-100 Magnesia Falls
Rancho Mirage CA 92270
(760)837-1880
PC Approved 4/18/18
Plans Approved
AR 21-09 Coachella 155
Proposed construction 155, 1
and 2-story residences within
Tract 32074
SEC of Calhoun
Street and 50th
Avenue
D.R. Horton
Mario Ornelas
2280 Wardlow Circle #100
Corona, CA 92880
(951)739-5481
Admin. Approval 1/5/22
Completed
AR 21-15 Bellissima proposed
construction of 111 single
family residences in an
unfinished Tract 31978
East of Fredrick
Street between
Avenue 53 and 54.
Pulte Home Company, LLC
27401 Los Altos, Suite 400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(760)775-1806
Admin Approval 4/5/22
Completed
CUP 346 Fountainhead Plaza. To allow NE Corner of 1st St. and Mr. Francis Chu PC Approved 1/5/21
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
15 CUP
AR
347
21-12
a 20,422 sq. ft. Aldi
supermarket and 2,600 sq. ft.
Panda Express in the CG
zone.
(related to CUP 321, 322, AR
20-03, TPM 37940)
Cesar Chavez St. Coachella Retail Realty, LP
1401 Quail St. Suite #100
Newport Beach CA 92660
(949)752-2515
Mod to CUP 321, AR 20-03,
TPM 37940
Approved by CC 1/26/22
Completed
CUP 348 Gunther Investments To
allow interim outdoor
cannabis cultivation on a
38.48 acre site
Southwest corner of
Avenue 50 and Filmore
Street
Brandon Calandri
P.O. Box 8010
Lancaster, CA 93539
Withdrawn
CUP 349 DAFCO To allow interim
outdoor cannabis cultivation
on a 199.39 acre site
Northeast corner of
Filmore & 52nd Stsreet
Brandon Calandri
P.O. Box 8010
Lancaster, CA 93539
Withdrawn
CZ
CUP
AR
22-01
351
22-04
Tripoli Mixed-Use Project
108 Affordable Apartment
units and 2 retail units with
Building A 3-Stories and
Building B 4-Stories.
Northeast corner of
Cesar Chavez Street and
Bagdad Avenue
Chelsea Investment Corporation
Attn: Dave Davies
6339 Paseo Del Lago
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(619)987-7780
PC Approved 4/20/22
CC Approved 5/11/22
PC Approved 10/26/22
(Revisions by applicant)
CC Approved 11/9/22
(Revisions)
PC Approved 5/17/22 (3rd
Amendment)
CC Approved 5/24/23 (3rd
Amendment)
Under Construction
TTM 38145
38146
Vista del Agua
•TTM 38145 is to subdivide
42.92 acres into 204 singlefamily lots, located east of Tyler Street, North of
Avenue 48 and west of Polk
Street. (APN: 603-150-005 &
007).
•TTM 38146 is to divide
46.92 acres into 254 singlefamily lots APN: 603-150-
North of Avenue 48 and
West of Polk Street
CVP Palm Springs, LLC
c/o Strategic Land Partners, LP
12671 High Bluff Drive, Suite 150
San Diego, CA 92130
Under Review
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
16 009, 010, & 011.
SP
GPA
CZ
EA
DA
22-01
22-03
22-04
22-05
22-02
KPC Coachella Specific Plan
entails construction of
approximately 9,536
dwelling units (DUs) of a
variety of residential types;
approx. 305 acres of mixeduse areas; approx. 71 acres of proposed school facilities for
a total of 2,807 acres for the
project
Northeast portion of the
City of Coachella, North
of the I-10 Freeway and
East of the All
American Canal
KPC Development Company, LLC
9 KPC Parkway, Suite 301
Corona, CA 92879
(951)987-8100
Under Review
GPA
EA
23-01
23-01
Santa Rosa Business Park
General Plan Amendment
Proposed General Plan
Amendment of 39 acres from
Urban Employment District
to Industrial
Southeast corner of
Tyler Street and Avenue
54 Santa Rosa Business Park, LLC
32823 Temecula Parkway, CA
Under Review
GPA
CZ
TTM
AR
EA
22-04
22-05
38429
22-11
22-04
Encanto
Proposed subdivision for 112
single family residences on
19.2 acres
Westside of Van Buren
Street between Avenue
51 and Avenue 52
Josepth Rivani
3470 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90010
PC Approved 4/17/24
CC Approved 5/8/24
GPA
CZ
TTM
EA
22-05
22-06
38577
22-06
Sevilla II (Pyramid Ranch)
Proposed residential
development of 204 single
family residences on 39
acres,
West of Van Buren
Street and South of
Avenue 50 (APN 779-
280-002, 779-320-001)
Pulte Group
27401 Los Altos, Suite 400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(760)578-9334
PC Approved 10/18/23
CC Approved 10/30/23
Under Construction
AR 22-05 La Terraza
Mixed-Use with 2,302 sq. ft.
retail space on the first floor
and 1,583 sq. ft. on the 2nd
floor.
1562 6th Street William A Aguirre, PE
68207 Pasada Rd
Cathedral City, CA 92234
(951)204-1013
Under Review
AR 22-03 State Towing & Recovery
Metal shade cover
85220 Ave 50, Ste. 4 Statewide Emergency Services
623 S Waterman Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(951) 682-9336
Under Review
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
17 AR 22-06 Eberhard Equipment
Installation of a freestanding
identification sign at 21’ high
sign. APN: 763-141-007
86100 Avenue 54 Eberhard Equipment No. 2
86100 Avenue 54
Coachella, CA 92236
PC approved 10/5/22
Completed
AR 22-07 Jordan Central
Proposed new 5,400 sq. ft.
commercial building with
parking lot and site
improvements.
86878 Ave 54 Chris Ellison
1280 Main Street
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-3322
PC approved 4/5/23
Expired
AR 21-13 Sunline Transit Hub
transit center for Line 111,
Line 91, Line 92, Line 95 and
will include a 540 sq. ft.
breakroom/office building,
three bus shelters, landscape
improvements
Southeast corner of
Cesar Chavez Street and
4th Street.
Sunline Transit Agency PC Approved 7/7/22
Completed
AR 22-08 Coachella Lakes RV Resort
Installation for main
monument, entrance
monument and building sign.
44800 Dillon Road Image Services, Inc.
2281 Lacrosse Ave, Ste. 501
Colton, CA 92324
909-370-4500
PC Approved 7/6/22
Complete
CUP 358 McDonalds Restaurant drive
through reconfiguration
50090 Cesar Chavez
Street
153 E City Place
Santa Ana, CA 92705
PC Approved 11/2/22
Improvements complete
CUP 360 Taco Shop 760 Type 47 OnSale Alcohol48975 Grapefruit Blvd #3
83850 Corte Eclipse
Coachella, CA 92236
(760)969-9934
PC Approved 1/4/22
Complete
CUP 361 Mr. Clamato Type 41 ABC
License
51557 Cesar Chavez St. Eric Aguilar
(661) 204-3499
PC Approved 2/15/23
Business Open
CUP 364 AMPM
Type 21 ABC License
48055 Grapefruit Blvd. GSC & Son Corporation PC Approved 4/19/23 PC Approved Modification
9/18/24
CUP 367 El Dorado Liquor Type 20 49647 Cesar Chavez St. Jose Luis Cedano Zamudio PC Approved 7/19/23
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
18 ABC License (769) 574-3480
CUP
AR
VAR
369
23-06
23-02
AAA Storage – Sunridge Self
Storage
APN: 763-141-018 Sunridge Self-Storage
38375 Turnberry Court
Murrieta, CA
(951) 594-2100
PC Approved 11/15/23
AR
(Admin)
23-07 Rancho Mariposa -
20 single family home lots, 5
floor plans ranging from
1,241-2,408 SF, final phase
of Rancho Mariposa
NW Corner of Ave. 50
and Frederick Street
Martin Coyne/Coyne Companies Tabled
CUP 365 Monarca Salon Studio
25 salon studios within one
complex
84090 Ave 50 Humberto Cortez
760-609-3077
PC Approved 6/7/23
Complete
AR
AR
23-08
23-08
(MOD)
Love’s Travel Stop
Architectural modifications
to existing fuel center
convenience store building
45-761 Dillon Rd Myrna Smith
(913)236-3440
PC Approved 2/21/2024
PC Approved 4/2/2025 (MOD)
Under Construction
CUP 366 Sushi Marisco Guamuchil
to allow an expansion of
alcohol sales as part of a
2,463 sq. ft. square foot
restaurant and (ABC Type
47, On-Sale Beer, Wine, and
Distilled Spirits)
49-405 Grapefruit Blvd Mayra Bojorquez PC Approved 7/19/23 Complete
AR 23-10 Armtec Defense
Technologies
Architectural Review for (7)
solar canopies in the parking
lot totaling 486 kWp at
85901 53rd Avenue (APN
778-390-008).
85901 53rd Avenue Bayware Power Solutions
permit.powersolutionsus@baywa
-re.com
PC Approved 2/29/24
Expires 2/29/26
CUP 370 Yamama Liquor
Type 21(Off-Sale General)
ABC License for new
convinience store.
1030 6th Street Eileya Makhoul
(818) 568-61111
PC Denied 9/6/23
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
19 AR 23-11 Rancho Mariposa – 20 Lots
20 single family home lots, 5
floor plans ranging from
1,815-2,121 SF, final phase
of Rancho Mariposa
NW Corner of Ave. 50
and Frederick Street
MV A24 LLC / Steve Landis
(951) 231-7206
[email protected]
Admin Approved 12/12/23
Complete
AR
CUP
23-14
375
Coachella Islamic Center
Parking Lot
Parking Lot to serve the
existing Coachella Islamic
Society of Palm Springs
building at 84650 49th
Avenue.
84650 Avenue 49 Islamic Society of Palm Springs
[email protected]
PC Approved 6/5/24
AR 23-15 Foxpoint Digital Billboard 45800 Dillon Rd Sierra Langbehn 8590 E Shea Blvd., Ste. 130
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Admin Approved 10/30/23
CUP 373 Family Dollar Type 20 ABC
License
52226 Cesar Chavez
Street
Family Dollar LLC c/o Rob Hosack
770-235-5662
[email protected]
[email protected]
PC Approved 2/7/24
AR
CUP
24-02
377
Coachella Gateway
4,627 SF shell building with
drive thru at an existing
commercial center.
48151 Grapefruit Blvd Chandi & Karan LLC
[email protected]
760-396-9260
PC Approved 7/17/24
Under Construction
TTM
38943
AR
CUP
24-05 Coachella Vault
luxury storage facility on 11
acres for classic cars, boats,
RVs and other luxury
vehicles
East of Harrison Street
and South of Avenue 48
(APN: 603-290-005)
Steve Myers – Coachella Vault LLC
78206 Varner Road, Suite D 152
Palm Desert, CA 92211
760-342-4400
[email protected]
Under Review
AR
CUP
24-07
381
Sun Community Credit
Union 4,130 sq. ft.
commercial bank building on
1.97 acres.
NEC of Cesar Chavez St
and Valley Rd.
Patrick Carey
1068 Broadway,
El Centro, CA 92243
PC Approved 7/3/24
AR 24-08 Library Annex
Construction of the Coachella
1538 7th Street City of Coachella
760-398-3502
PC Approved 9/3/25
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
20 Library Annex building.
AR 24-09 Kaul Patio
Reconstruction of a 1,759 SF
commercial patio at 51800
Cesar Chavez Street
51800 Cesar Chavez
Street
Lisa Fisher
(760) 668-1653
Admin Approved 11/19/24
AR
CUP
23-16
374
Roots Cafe
1,854 SF retail cannabis
business within an existing
commercial building located
at 45-800 Dillon Road.
45800 Dillon Road Greg Klibanov
310-486-8000
[email protected]
PC Approved 7/3/24
CUP 378 La Mango Type 40 ABC
License
51704 Cesar Chavez
Street Suite B
Arlent I. Torres Cardenas
760-899-2807
[email protected]
PC Approved 4/17/24
EP 22-04 Coachella Valley Event
Center 20 acre event center
46600 Tyler Street Edwart Rostamian
1146 N Central Ave #340
Glendale, CA 91202
[email protected]
CC Approved 7/24/2024
CUP
EP
380
24-01
VMP Nightclub & Event
Center
Night Club and Event Center
at existing shopping center
that will host live music
events. Type 48 ABC license.
49974 Cesar Chavez
Street
Reyes Hernandez
[email protected]
760-888-7140
PC Approved 9/4/24
CC Approved 9/25/24
EP 23-02 Mi Lindo Sinaloa
Family resteraunt with live
entertainment.
49291 Grapefruit
Boulevard
Josue Milton Paiz Guevara
760-398-8538
Tabled
VAR 23-04 Rochin, Setback
5’5” setback variance and 5%
lot coverage variance for a
rear yard patio
48440 Charlton Peak St Ramon Rochin
[email protected]
PC Approved 3/20/24
CUP
(MOD)
289 Coachella Brands
Modification for permanent
status of renovated 5,000 sq.
ft. structure, permanent status
grant for conjoined and
existing container structures,
84805 Avenue 48 Ferrel Raskin
602-469-3333
[email protected]
Russell Stamm
602-499-3810
[email protected]
Under Review
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
21 and an extension to develop
twenty-five (25) greenhouse
structures.
CUP
(MOD)
345 Coachella Valley Growers
Modify condition of approval
No. 23 to amend
responsibilities of street
improvements for Fillmore
Street for the Coachella
Valley Growers project.
50501 Fillmore Street Wyatt Nelson
805-910-8587
[email protected]
PC Approved 9/4/24
AR 24-10 Clinica Coachella
6,900 SF medical clinic that
includes medical offices.
NE corner of Van Buren
and Avenue 50
Alpha Rue, LLC
760-861-1436
[email protected]
[email protected]
PC Approved 2/5/25
CUP 382 A & G Mart Type 20 License
ABC Type 20 License (Beer
and Wine Only) with a new
proposed market to include
sale of fresh produce within a
2,625 SF suite.
50223 Cesar Chavez St,
Suite B102
A & G Mart, Inc.
[email protected]
PC Approved 7/17/24
CUP 383 Galilee Center Thrift Store
2,610 SF thrift store within
an existing shopping center.
49291 Gaprefruit Blvd,
Unit 1
Gloria Gomez
760-396-9100
[email protected]
PC Approved 11/6/24
Complete
CUP 387 Joe’s Sushi – Type 47 ABC
License
For a Type 47 – On-Sale
General – Eating Place
Alcohol License for the Joe’s
Sushi the Cabo Way
restaurant.
83103 Avenue 48, Suite
1F
Jesus Inzunza
760-408-6148
[email protected]
PC Approved 2/19/25
CUP 388 El Tranvia – Type 47 ABC
License
Type 47 – On Sale General –
Eating Place Alcohol License
for El Tranvia restaurant to
allow the on-sale, services,
1221 6th Street Oscar Ventura Saavedra
760-619-6550
[email protected]
PC Approved 4/2/2025
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
22 and consumption of beer,
wine, and distilled spirits.
AR
CUP
VAR
24-12
384
25-01
Garcia Parking Lot
Installation of a new concrete
parking lot for residential
apartments.
52849 Cesar Chavez Alex Garcia
626-575-3070
[email protected]
Under Review
AR
TPM
EA
24-13
37892
24-02
Acosta Commercial Center
Commerical project with
modern architecture
consisting of 6 buildings
proposed in two phases on
19.56 acres.
48441 Van Buren Street
(APN: 612-250-002
612-230-005)
Dr. Juan Acosta
[email protected]
Under Review
CUP
(MOD)
253 Los Compadres Thrift Store
Modification
Modifications to a thrift store
discount boutique within
units 2,3, and 4.
1030 6th Street Guadalupe Nuno
[email protected]
PC Approved 5/21/25
AR
CUP
24-17
386
Coachella Bar
Remodel of a two-story
commercial building with a
restaurant, bar, and offices
that includes a Type 41 – On
Sale Beer & Wine – Eating
Place alcohol license.
1694 6th Street
(APN: 778-100-001)
Nicolas Meza
760-541-9034
[email protected]
Under Review
AR
VAR
25-01
25-02,
25-03
Ocean Mist Signage
Approval of (4) directional
signs, (1) monument sign,
and (1) building sign at the
Ocean Mist Farm property.
52300 Enterprise Way Daniel Martinez
760-398-1631
[email protected]
PC Approved 5/7/25 (VAR)
PC Approved 6/18/25 (AR)
AR
CUP
EA
25-02
389
25-01
Armtec Masterplan Phase 2
& 3 Expansion
Design review for Phase 2
(consutction of a 15,000 SF
warehouse and a 3,000 SF
R&D Facility) of the Armtec
project and environmental
85901 Avenue 53
(APN: 778-420-013,
778-390-008)
Miguel A. Badena
760-398-5586
[email protected]
PC Approved 6/4/25
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
23 reviews for both Phase 2 and
3. AR 25-04 Jones Court Office
For the construction of a
office at 85526 Jones Court
85926 Jones Ct,
Coachella, CA 92236
Edgar Chavez
(760) 289-2505
[email protected]
Under Review
CUP
TTM
EA
390
39051
25-02
Calhoun Street Subdivision
Subdivision of an existing
39.98-acre parcel into 255
lots to include 1.96 acres of
open space dedicated as a
public park and (5) retention
basins.
SW corner of Calhoun
Street and Avenue 49
(APN: 612-260-010)
Pacific Modern Builders LLC
760-799-8227
[email protected]
Under Review
CUP 391 Taqueria Allende 2 – ABC
License, Type 41
Type 41 – On-Sale Beer &
Wine – Eating Place Alcohol
License for the Taqueria
Allende 2 restaurant.
83103 Avenue 48, Suite
1A
Teresa Leon Huerta
[email protected]
PC Approved 6/4/25
CUP 392 Kiddie Kingdom Childcare
Center
Convert an existing day care
center into a community
center (learning center).
83191 Mariana Avenue Elizabeth Cota
[email protected]
Withdrawn
CUP 393 TJ Evergreen
10-acres of outdoor cannabis
cultivation.
NE of Avenue 52 and
Fillmore Street (APN:
763-100-019 and 018)
Steve Hodges
760-636-8592
[email protected]
Under Review
CUP
VAR
394
25-04
6th Street Tattoo Co
Tattoo/piercing shop within
an a leased unit in a
commercial building.
1030 6th Street, Unit 7 Ernest Gonzales
[email protected]
PC Approved 7/16/25
CUP 395 Tropicana Supermarket
Type 20 – Off-Sale Beer &
Wine Alcohol License for the
Tropicana Supermarket to
allow the sale of beer and
84076 Avenue 50 Abdul Ali
559-639-7006
[email protected]
PC Approved 9/3/25
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
24 wine for consumption off the
presmises where sold.
AR 25-08 Mariposa Pointe – CVHC
Construction of 24 singlestory self-help homes that
will complete the Mariposa
Pointe community.
SE corner of Avenue 50
and Calhoun Street
Coachella Valley Housing Coalition
760-347-3157
[email protected]
Under Review
AR 25-09 American Made Coachella
Tenant improvements that
include the construction of
(12) 47’ stainless steel silos,
(4) 12’ tall water towers, and
mechanical equipment.
52200 Industrial Way Moe Vazin
310-779-9223
[email protected]
Under Review
AR
TTM
CUP
EA
25-07
39330
396
25-03
COVA Coachella
87-acre masterplaned
destination resort and
residential community that
includes 162 single-family
homes and 120-unit
townhome style resort hotel.
SW corner of Avenue
52 & Van Buren (APN:
780-040-001, 003, 780-
060-001 and 002)
Relevant Coachella Owner, LLC
310-270-6222
[email protected]
Under Review
AR 25-12 6
th Street Senior Apartments
0.86-acre mixed-used project
proposing 53 affordable
housing units for seniors and
commercial space.
SE corner of Tripoli
Ave and 6th Street
(APN: 778-113-001 and
-002)
Chelsea Investment Corporation
858-699-7510
[email protected]
Under Review
TTM
AR
(MOD)
38429
22-11
Encanto Modification
Modification to the approved
Encanto project that consists
of 192 single-family homes
on 19.2 acres. The
modification is for the
previously approved project
elevations.
Van Buren Street
between Avenue 51 and
Avenue 52 (APN: 779-
360-001)
Joseph Rivani
213-365-0005
[email protected]
Under Review
TPM
CUP
AR
39060
397
25-10
Empyreal Battery Storage
Subdivision of an existing
40.9 acre parcel into three
Avenue 52 (APN: 763-
100-016)
Apya Power
704-968-8800
[email protected]
Under Review
Item 11.
City of Coachella
Development Status Report
OCTOBER 2025
25 EA
DA
25-04
25-03
separate parcels and
construction of a 250MW
unmanned Battery Energy
Storage System on 9.5 acres.
TTM
CUP
EA
39170
398
25-05
Buena Vida
Subdivision of 69.88 gross
acres for a gated residential
neighborhood consisting of
327 parcels.
SE Corner of Avenue 49
and Calhoun Street
(APN: 612-270-
002,004,005 & 612-250-
007)
Hall & Tenney Investment, Ltd
604-882-8201
[email protected]
Under Review
CUP 399 APC Tower
Construction of a 85’
wireless telecommunication
facility.
49640 Oats Lane (APN:
603-300-013)
David Elliott, Eukon Group
808-489-1191
[email protected]
Under Review
TTM 38986 Coachella 46 Lots
Subdivision of 4.31 gross
acres for 46 residential lots
and 1 common area private
street lot, located in the
existing Vineyards gated
community.
44800 Dillon Road
(APN: 679-330-016)
Ben Rubin, CA46 LLC
763-489-1640
[email protected]
Under Review
AR 25-13 Eberhard Maintenance
Building
Construction of a 2,700 SF
building for repairs and
maintenance.
86100 Avenue 54 Stephen Eberhard
775-461-6647
Steve.eberhard@eberhardequipment
.com
Under Review
Item 11.
26 City of Coachella
Development Status Report
October, 2025
PC = Planning Commission
CC = City Council
Types = RS Single Family Residential, RM Multifamily Residential, CG Commercial General, NC Neighborhood Commercial MH Manufacturing Heavy, MS Manufacturing Service, MW Wrecking Yard, RE Residential Estate Status of Projects = Under Construction, Approved, Pending Approval Status of Maps = Constructed, Under Construction, Recorded, Approved Tentative, Pending Approval AR Architectural Review
CUP Conditional Use Permit
CZ Change of Zone
DA Development Agreement
EIS (EA) Environmental Initial Study (Environmental Assessment) GPA General Plan Amendment
PD Planned Development
TTM Tentative Tract Map or Tentative Subdivision Map
TPM Tentative Parcel Map
VAR Variance
Tentative Maps (Tract and Parcel) are approved for 2 years and may be extended an additional year three times upon approval of their request and payment of application fees.
Assembly Bill 1561 (AB1561) automatically grants an18-month extension to any Tentative Tract or Tentative Parcel Map that was valid between March 4, 2020 and 18 months after passage of the Bill.
Senate Bill (SB 1185) automatically grants a 12 month extension to any Tentative Tract or Tentative Parcel Map that was valid as of July 15, 2008 and will normally expire before January 1, 2011.
Assembly Bill 333 (AB333) automatically grants a 24 month extension to any Tentative Tract or Tentative Parcel Map that was valid as of July 15, 2009 and will normally expire before January 2, 2012.
Assembly Bill 208 (AB208) automatically grants a 24 month extension to any Tentative Tract or Tentative Parcel Map that was valid as of July 15, 2011 and will normally expire before January 1, 2014.
Item 11.
Economic Development
QUARTERLY REPORT
NOVEMBER 2025
CITY OF COACHELLA
Item 11.
Population
43,254
Median
Household
Income
$46,085
Median Home
Price
$470,000
Average
Commute Time
25 Minutes
Housing Units
10,224
Short-Term
Vacation Rentals
375
Annual Visitors
1.5 Million
For 2024
Total Jobs
8,847
TOT Rate
Increased from
9% to 13%
Part of a Tourism
Business
Improvement
District (TBID)
DEMOGRAPHICS
Item 11.
Key Economic
Findings
01 Demographic Strengths – Coachella has one of the youngest populations in the Coachella Valley, with a majority under age 45 and a high share of households with children. The community is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, with over 80 percent speaking Spanish at home, creating a strong cultural identity that can be reflected in Downtown businesses, events, and public spaces. 02 Economic Conditions – Household incomes remain lower than the regional average, and employment is concentrated in agriculture, construction, and service sectors. Coachella exports retail spending in nearly all categories, as residents frequently travel to Indio and La Quinta for shopping and dining. This gap underscores significant opportunities for retail expansion and local-serving businesses. 03 Real Estate Trends – Housing prices in Coachella are lower than regional benchmarks but have steadily increased since 2020, reflecting strong demand. Recent and planned projects, including mixed-use housing, grocery stores, and community-serving facilities, illustrate growing momentum in Downtown. At the regional level, commercial markets show signs of softening, making local incentives and partnerships critical to attracting investment.
04 Comparative Lessons – Peer downtowns such as Indio and La Quinta demonstrate the importance of diverse business mixes, strong placemaking, and consistent event programming. Comparable station districts like Newhall, Vista Canyon, Anaheim Canyon, and Fullerton highlight how transit investment, TOD zoning, and public-private partnerships can catalyze economic revitalization.
Taken from the Economic
Development Strategy prepared by
HDR for the Coachella Rail Station
Feasibility Study
Item 11.
SINGLE-FAMILY MEDIAN SALES PRICE
Sales prices for single family homes in the City of
Coachella have been consistently lower than the
median price for single family units in either the
Coachella Valley or Riverside County as a whole.
Overall home prices have been steadily increasing
since 2012. As of 2024, Coachella Valley has the
highest median sale price, at $851,895, followed
by Riverside County at $625,500. The City of
Coachella’s median sales price in 2024 was
$469,750. Overall home prices have been steadily
increasing since 2012. This trend reflects a sharp
increase in Coachella Valley prices, particularly
from 2020 onwards, while Riverside County also
shows consistent growth. City of Coachella prices,
despite being lower overall, have also seen a
steady rise since 2020.
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COUNT OF BUSINESS DOWNTOWN
This table shows the business composition of Downtown Coachella, Downtown Indio, and Downtown La Quinta. Among the three, Downtown La Quinta has the highest number of total business establishments (323), followed by Indio (190), and Coachella (153).
Retail Trade is a dominant sector in all three cities, with 28 to 30 establishments each. Accommodations and Food Services are also strong in La Quinta with 28 establishments, compared to 19 in Coachella and 14 in Indio.
However, La Quinta stands out with a higher concentration in professional service sectors. It has 35 establishments in Professional, Scientific & Technical Services, compared to 16 in Indio and just 7 in Coachella. Similarly, La Quinta leads in Finance & Insurance (26) and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (42), suggesting a more affluent and service-oriented business environment. It also has more businesses in Construction (21), Health Care & Social Assistance (21), and Public Administration (19).
Other Services (except Public Administration), which includes small service-based businesses like salons, repair shops, and personal services, is the largest category in each downtown, most notably in Indio (42), followed by La Quinta (38) and Coachella (31). In contrast, Coachella tends to have lower representation across nearly all sectors and lacks presence in more specialized fields like Finance, Professional Services, and Real Estate.
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Based on the demographic profile of the area, Downtown Coachella is well positioned to support a broader range of businesses, including:
Quick-service restaurants and cafés that provide affordable, family-friendly meals
Grocery and convenience stores tailored to larger households and frequent shoppers
Hair salons, barbershops, nail salons, and other personal care providers Children’s services such as tutoring centers, family clinics, and play-based learning spaces
Discount and apparel retailers that meet the needs of cost-conscious shoppers Banks and financial service providers that serve the everyday needs of working families
Agritourism and farm-to-table businesses that celebrate Coachella’s agricultural heritage, while also providing residents with cost-effective access to fresh and healthy food
OPPORTUNITIES FOR
DOWNTOWN COACHELLA
Examine the disposition of the
old City Hall property as a
development/investment
opportunity
Lodging
Attract specialty niche retailing to
the downtown to compliment the
existing mix
Retail
Attract additional dining/drinking
establishments which help
anchor tenants
Dining/Drinking
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Currently managing more than
$95 million in grants
In Q3, Economic Development staff
has applied for more than $16 million
dollars in grant funding support
In Q3, the City accomplished
executing the CRC Agreement with
the Strategic Growth Council
By the end of Q3, the City will receive
additional grant fund awards in the
amount of $6.4 million
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GRANTS
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AGRICULTURAL VISION
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These courses taught practical insights that could impact current or prospective businesses; help position
participants for career advancement, so they can
contribute to the growth of Coachella’s vibrant economy.
WORKFORCE TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
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Solar
Photovoltaic
Installers
Zero Emission Vehicle
Rideshare Drivers
Electricians +
HVAC
Technicians
Urban Youth
Conservation Corps
WORKFORCE TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
5 different ‘green’ career paths are forthcoming through Coachella Prospera
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COMMUNITY SHOWCASE BANNER PROGRAM
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PASSENGER RAIL
COACHELLA STATION STUDY TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING DATE:
▪ JANUARY 15, 2026 AT 4:45 PM – 6:30 PM
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TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Kendra Reif, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Adopt Ordinance No. 1227 (second reading) Amending Section 16.12.140 of the Coachella Municipal Code Regarding Extensions for the Filing of a Final Map RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommendsthat the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 1227, which amends Municipal Code Section 16.12.140 to increase the number of available one-year time extensions for filing a final map from three to five, find the action exempt from CEQA under Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), and direct staff to return for a second reading and adoption.
BACKGROUND:
Municipal Code Section 16.12.140 authorizes the Planning Commission to grant one-year extensions for the filing of a final map after tentative map approval. The current cap is three oneyear extensions. In practice, securing infrastructure connections, interagency reviews, and other external clearances often extends beyond the current filing window. If available extensions lapse before prerequisites are complete, the tentative map may expire and require the subdivider to file a new map and reinitiate entitlement.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
External coordination timelines for infrastructure connections, agency reviews, and related clearances can outlast the current filing window. When the three year cap is reached before those prerequisites are complete, a tentative map may expire, forcing a refiling and restart of the entitlement process, even though the project’s substantive standards, conditions, and findings have not changed.
Increasing the number of extensions from three to five provides a predictable, streamlined path to accommodate longer coordination timelines, reduces duplicative agenda cycles and staff workload, and avoids unnecessary re-entitlement. The amendment does not relax any substantive requirements. All existing findings, conditions of approval, engineering standards, and fees remain fully in effect.
STAFF REPORT
11/12/2025
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The action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), because this ordinance adjusts procedural timing only, and does not authorize any physical development or changes to the environment.
The ordinance was introduced at the October 22, 2025 meeting and was approved with a 5-0 vote.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve ordinance as proposed.
2. Modify the cap or add criteria for later extensions.
3. Maintain the status quo.
4. Direct staff to return with additional options.
FISCAL IMPACTS
Staff workload associated with repetitive extension items is expected to decrease over time. No fee changes are being proposed. Avoiding unnecessary re-entitlement may reduce cumulative costs for both applicants and the City.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance No. 1227 – An Ordinance Amending Section 16.12.140 of the Coachella Municipal Code Regarding Extensions for the Filing of a Final Map.
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ORDINANCE NO. 1227
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
16.12.140 OF THE COACHELLA MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING EXTENSIONS FOR THE FILING OF A
FINAL MAP
WHEREAS, the City of Coachella, California (“City”) is a general law city organized and existing under the Constitution and laws of the State of California; and WHEREAS, Government Code Section 66410 et seq. (the “Subdivision Map Act”) authorizes cities to adopt regulations for the processing and approval of subdivision maps; and WHEREAS, Coachella Municipal Code Section 16.12.140 currently authorizes the Planning Commission to grant up to three (3) one-year time extensions for filing a final map; and
WHEREAS, the timing required to secure infrastructure connections, interagency reviews, and other external clearances can often exceed the current three-year window resulting in the expiration of the tentative map, which would require re-filing; and WHEREAS, increasing the number of available one-year extensions provides a predictable, streamlined path to accommodate those timelines, and avoids unnecessary reentitlement while maintaining all existing substantive findings and conditions for approval; and WHEREAS, this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), because it adjusts procedural timing only, and does not authorize any physical development could cause a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Coachella City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the introduction of this ordinance on October 22, 2025; and WHEREAS, the introduction of this ordinance was approved by a 5-0 vote as specific in the meeting minutes from October 22, 2025.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The Recitals herein are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. Amendment to Municipal Code. Coachella Municipal Code Chapter
16.12.140 is amended to read as follows:
“16.12.140 – Extension of Time.
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The compensation of the city clerk and the city treasurer is fixed as follows: Upon written application of the subdivider made within twentyfour (24) months of the approval or conditional approval of the tentative map, the commission may grant by resolution, an extension of time of up to five (5) one-year time extensions for filing of the final map. Such application shall state the reasons why an extension is needed.
All applications shall be filed sufficiently in advance of the expiration date to permit inclusion upon commission agenda, and to permit commission action prior to such expiration date. At the time of consideration by the commission of the extension of the approved tentative map, the commission shall hear the testimony of the subdivider or any witnesses in his or her behalf and the testimony of the representatives of the development committee or any other witnesses. Upon conclusion of the hearing or the time of consideration, unless the subdivider and commission mutually agree that additional time is needed for consideration, the commission shall, within seven days, declare its findings by resolution based on the testimony and documents placed before it. The commission may approve, conditionally approve or deny the request for extension.
The responsibility for making timely application for any extension shall remain entirely with the subdivider, and the city assumes no obligation to notify the subdivider that any tentative map or extension is about to expire.”
SECTION 3. CEQA. The City Council finds this Ordinance exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it is a procedural timing amendment that does not authorize new development or changes to the physical environment.
SECTION 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Publication. The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall cause the same to be published within fifteen (15) days after its passage at least once, in a newspaper of general circulation, published and circulated in the City of Coachella, California.
This Ordinance of the City of Coachella shall be effective thirty (30) days after the date of its passage.
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 22nd day of October, 2025 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Steven Hernandez, Mayor
City of Coachella
ATTEST:
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Angela M. Zepeda, City Clerk
City of Coachella
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney
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STAFF REPORT
11/12/2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Anahi Fernandez, Management Analyst
SUBJECT: Adopt Ordinance No. 1226 (second reading) amending Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code pertaining to cannabis business regulatory permit regulations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 1226 for second reading, by title only, to amend Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code pertaining to cannabis business regulatory permit regulations.
BACKGROUND:
Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code govern commercial and retail cannabis activity regulatory permits, including but not limited to cultivation, manufacturing, testing, distribution, retail sale, and delivery of cannabis within the City of Coachella.
The City’s current background check procedures and certain definitions under these chapters have not been substantially updated since adoption in 2017 and require amendments to better align with current best practices, legal standards, and operational needs. As a result, staff conducted a comprehensive review of these chapters and identified a need to:
Modernize and clarify key definitions to ensure consistency and legal defensibility; Streamline and strengthen the background check process to promote public safety and align with state and federal guidelines;
Improve internal administrative procedures and inter-agency coordination.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
The proposed ordinance modifies current definitions and background check processes for cannabis businesses within Chapters 5.68 and 5.69 of the Coachella Municipal Code to reflect current practices and state regulatory standards and ensure clarity and consistency in the application of the City’s cannabis laws. The proposed amendments clarify definitions; such as “commercial cannabis activity business,” “retail cannabis business,” and “owner” to avoid ambiguity and overly broad language. The new definitions align with California Department of Justice definition requirements
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to conduct fingerprint-based criminal history records review and reporting to the City and owners completing such checks prior to issuance of a regulatory permit.
The proposed ordinance amendment establishes a standardized process for conducting criminal history background checks for a cannabis business regulatory permit, sets clear guidelines for background check requirements to evaluate suitability of the applicant to be issued a cannabis business regulatory permit, and sets forth clear guidelines for regulatory permit denial based on compliance with chapter provisions and criminal history. This ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), because it has no potential for resulting in physical changes to the environment, directly or indirectly.
The ordinance was introduced at the October 22, 2025 meeting and was approved with a 5-0 vote.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no significant fiscal impact anticipated with the adoption of this ordinance. Costs associated with background checks will be covered by applicants through the Cannabis Regulatory Permit application process.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Adopt Ordinance No. 1226 for second reading, by title only to amend Coachella Municipal Code Chapters 5.68 and 5.69.
2. Take no action.
3. Continue this item and provide staff with direction.
RECOMMENDED ALTERNATIVE(S):
Staff recommends alternative #1.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance No. 1226 (2nd Reading)