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You may have heard City Staff and City Council often refer to the City of Cathedral City being a post-proposition 13 City. What exactly is Proposition 13 and how does it affect local government finance?
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In 1978, a simple majority of California voters approved Proposition 13, seeking property-taxpayer relief and uniformity, with far-reaching consequences, some unintended. Proposition 13 reduced property revenues by more than half and effectively abolished any local control regarding property tax. Local governments still have wide latitude on the spending of the remaining revenues they receive; however, the allocation of the tax is controlled by the State Legislature.
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Six Provisions of Proposition 13 Affecting Local Finance
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- One percent rate cap. With limited exceptions, Proposition 13 capped property tax rates at one (1) percent of full cash value at the time of acquisition. Prior to Proposition 13, local jurisdictions independently established their tax rates.
- Assessment Rollback. Proposition 13 rolled back property values as determined for tax purposes to their Fiscal Year 1975-1976 level.
- Reassessment upon change of ownership. Proposition 13 replaced the practice of annually reassessing property at full cash value with a system based on cost at acquisition. Under Proposition 13, property is assessed at market value for tax purposes only when it changes ownership. Subsequent annual values are limited to this “base year” amount plus an annual growth factor of 2 percent or CPI, whichever is less.
- Responsibility for allocating property tax transferred to the state. Proposition 13 gave state lawmakers responsibility for allocating property tax revenues among local jurisdictions. Prior to Proposition 13, jurisdictions established their tax rates independently and their property tax revenues depended on the rate levied and the value of the property located within the boundaries of their jurisdiction.
- Voter approval for special taxes. Proposition 13 requires two-thirds voter approval for property taxes raised by local governments for a designated “special” purpose.
- Taxes imposed by the State Legislature require a two-thirds vote of the Legislature. In order the change any provision of Proposition 13, it would require a new state-wide vote.
Finally, the amount of property taxes allocated to local governments depends on state property tax allocation laws, principally Assembly Bill 8 (“AB 8”). The AB 8 system was designed, in part, to allocate property tax revenue in proportion to the share of property taxes received by a local government in the mid-1970s (those cities incorporated prior to the implementation of Proposition 13 in 1978). Under this system, local governments that received a large share of property taxes in the 1970s typically continue to receive a relatively large share of property taxes today. Although there have been changes to the original property tax allocation system contained in AB 8, the allocation system continues to be substantially based on the variation in property tax receipts in effect in the 1970s.
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This variation largely reflects service levels provided by local governments in the 1970s. Those local governments providing many services generally collected more property taxes in the 1970s to pay for those services. As a result, those local governments received a larger share of property taxes under AB 8. For example, cities and counties providing many government services, including police and fire protection, park and recreation programs, and water services, typically receive more property tax revenue than governments that rely on special districts to provide some or all these services. Local governments not yet incorporated by 1978, which Cathedral City did not incorporate until 1981, essentially fell victim to Proposition 13 and AB 8 and thus receive on average 60% less in property tax revenue than those cities incorporated prior to 1978.
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City Council of Cathedral City Renames Two Streets in Honor of Local High School Students
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The Student Street Naming Ceremonies recognized Lota Uyanwune of CCHS and Michael Bray of MSJ…Read more
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Journey With CCTV Host Conrad Angel Corral to Bear Wear in Cathedral City
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CCTV Host Conrad Angel Corral recently visited Bear Wear, located at 68571 E Palm Canyon Dr…Read more
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Support Cathedral City Restaurants During Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week, May 31 – June 9, 2024
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Don’t forget to support your local Cathedral City restaurants participating in Visit Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week, May 31 – June 9, 2024!…Read more
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Join Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Ross, Councilmember Rita Lamb & CCFD for June 1, 2024, Emergency Preparedness Event
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Join Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Ross, Councilmember Rita Lamb, and the Cathedral City Fire Department for an Emergency Preparedness – Grab & Go Event from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Cathedral City Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. This event will provide information on how to respond to an emergency, such …Read more
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City Announces Upcoming and Current Vacancies for Commissions and Committees
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The following is a list of upcoming and current vacancies on Commissions, Committees...Read more
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Mary Pickford Theatre Unveils New ScreenX Auditorium in Cathedral City
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The iconic state-of-the-art Mary Pickford Theatre located in Downtown Cathedral City plans to open its new immersive viewing experience “ScreenX” to the public on May 24, 2024, with the release of the new FURIOSA movie...Read more
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Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month
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May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Cathedral City Police Department is encouraging everyone to get active and safely take bike rides while at the same time reminding drivers to be on the lookout for more people biking and walking...Read more
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Cathedral City Library Is the “Coolest” Place to Be in Summer 2024
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Are you looking for a cool place this summer to beat the heat? The Cathedral City Library, located at 33520 Date Palm Drive, will serve as the official Riverside County Community Action Partnership (CAP) cooling center in Cathedral City...Read more
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Meeting The Moment: 2024 State of the City with Mayor Mark Carnevale Now Available Online, LeAnn Rimes Announced as Balloon Festival Headliner
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The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Cathedral City, hosted the 2024 Cathedral City State of the City Business Awards & Expo on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort, 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA 92234. This year’s theme was Meetingf …Read more
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“Free Summer Kids Movie Series” Returns to Mary Pickford Theatre June 14 – Aug. 2, 2024
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The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE), in partnership with the Mary Pickford Theatre, presents the return of the “Free Summer Kids Movie Series” happening every Friday at 11:00 a.m. starting Friday, June 14, 2024, thru Friday, August 2, 2024. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The film series offers free admission to see a different …Read more
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Residents Encouraged to Participate in CVAG's Wi-Fi Survey to Improve Coachella Valley Internet Access
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Hey Coachella Valley -- How’s Your WiFi? The cities in the Coachella Valley are working together through Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) to improve everyone’s internet access and you can help by sharing about how satisfied you are with your internet connections at home or work.It’s easy! The survey only takes a few … Read more
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Cathedral City Public Arts Commission Seeks Artists to Paint 23 Benches at Ocotillo Park, Deadline Now June 10, 2024
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ATTENTION ARTISTS! Cathedral City Public Arts Commission is seeking painters/muralists to paint 23 benches for a project at Ocotillo Park, centrally located at 33300 Moreno Road in Cathedral City. This neighborhood park offers a range of amenities, including ball fields, a basketball court, skateboard park, tennis court, tot lot, splash pad, barbeque …Read more
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Beat the Heat This Summer at Cathedral City High School Pool Through City's Joint-Use Agreement with DRD, PSUSD
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Beat the heat this summer at Cathedral City High School pool! The City Council of Cathedral City has once again approved a three-party joint-use agreement between the City, Palm Springs Unified School District and Desert Recreation District to provide recreational swim sessions and swim lessons at the Cathedral City High School pool. The pool, …Read more
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CONE ZONE ALERT: FY 2023-2024 Spring Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) Projects
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NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION The City Council of Cathedral City awarded a construction contract to Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC. (PMI) in the amount of $1,114,598.46 for the construction of the FY 2023-2024 Spring Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) Projects. REAS is used as the primary pavement …Read more
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Coachella Valley Repertory Announces 2024 Summer Cabaret Series in Downtown Cathedral City
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Grand performances, great music and personality-plus make the COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY 2024 SUMMER CABARET SERIES among the very best ways to enjoy Downtown Cathedral City. CVRep has scheduled 17 memorable evenings of award-winning talent, vivacious personalities, music and song, levity, and stories that are just waiting …Read more
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Active Transportation Program Cycle 5 Cathedral Canyon Drive Sidewalks and Multiuse Trail - Date Palm Drive Expansion
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The City Council of Cathedral City awarded a construction contract to Riverside Construction Company in the amount of $3,884,603 for the construction of the Cathedral Canyon Drive Sidewalks and Multiuse Trail and Date Palm Drive Expansion Projects.
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City Embraces the Future of Civic Engagement with FlashVote Community Surveys
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Do you have about one minute a month to help make Cathedral City better? The City is working with FlashVote…Read more
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Emergency Preparedness Event
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Join Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Ross, Councilmember Rita Lamb, and the Cathedral City Fire Department for an Emergency Preparedness – Grab & Go Event from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Cathedral City Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. This event will provide information on how to respond to an emergency, such …
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CVRep's 2024 Summer Cabaret Series - Melissa Errico
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Melissa Errico returns to the CVRep stage for two nights after her SOLD OUT 2023 Cabaret performance! In her new show “The Life & Loves ... Read more
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Summer Movie Series 2024
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June 14, 2024
Minions- The Rise of Gru
The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission (PACE), in partnership with the Mary Pickford Theatre, presents the return of the “Free Summer Kids Movie Series” happening every Friday at 11:00 a.m. starting Friday, June 14, 2024, through Friday, August 2, 2024. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The film series offers free admission to see a different movie geared towards kids … Read more
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Employment
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ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER
CITIZENS ON PATROL (COP)
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POLICE CADET
POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL/ACADEMY GRADUATE
POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT
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PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER - PART-TIME
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II
RESERVE POLICE OFFICER
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