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The City of Cathedral City is excited to announce the scheduled release of the Request for Proposals (RFP) to update the Zoning Code! This effort is the long-awaited culmination of goals in both the General Plan and the City’s Strategic Plan. The goals for this update are to modernize the Zoning Code, and streamline the land use permit and development process to make the Code easier to understand for all. While this sounds like standard procedure for government work, the RFP emphasizes the need for an innovative Code that is adaptable, modern, and responsive to changes in market preferences. The City’s intent is to also be responsive to innovative development proposals that will help Cathedral City be better suited in the competitive development market. “The Cathedral City Council expressed a clear goal to transform the development process into a facilitative, automated, and predictable process,” said Andy Firestine, Director of Community and Economic Development. “We have made progress automating and streamlining through the deployment of EnerGov, the City’s web portal for application submittal and online plan review,” he adds however, “the zoning code and design guidelines are holding us back from achieving Council’s goal.”
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The City’s General Plan – an extensive 600-plus page visionary guidance document – supports development that leads to creative placemaking and honors the fabric of existing neighborhoods. As a responsive and engaged local government, Cathedral City will be poised as a leader to address current challenges from a thoughtful, rather than a reactive stance.
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The Code Update process will take 18-24 months to complete.
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The steps to completing the process include:
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- Solicit a professional team with technical expertise to build a Zoning Code that meets the City’s unique and specific needs.
- Assemble a Steering Committee and Technical Advisory Committee to guide the update process and work product.
- Host robust public engagement in both English and Spanish, through a series of online and in-person events.
- Engage in study sessions with the Planning Commission and the City Council to discuss segments of the process and product with the professional team and to hear from the Steering Committee and the public.
The successful final product will be:
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- Easy to read and understand.
- Include tables and images to aid in simplifying complex concepts.
- Incorporate design guidelines that consider the needs of smaller sub-communities. (neighborhoods within neighborhoods) that honor existing development while responding to changes in laws that impact all neighborhoods in the City, and across the State.
- Build in incentives for the type of development the City and City residents and businesses want to see.
- Reduce unnecessary burdens and barriers to application review that make way for creating good jobs and economic stability.
- Modernized the City’s design and development standards that will reflect Cathedral City as a great place to live, shop, and play.
“A clear and predictable development process reduces risk and uncertainty in the development process, which saves time,” Firestine added. “We want to develop a code that does just that to promote new housing and jobs in Cathedral City.”
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The RFP is scheduled to go out the first week of September. Once the RFP period closes in early October, a committee will review and score the proposals and present a recommendation for award to the City Council. Currently, staff anticipates the contract award will be presented to the City Council in October or November 2024. Those who are interested in getting involved in the update are encouraged to monitor the City’s website and social media posts for future updates and information.
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LeAnn Rimes Concert Tickets Now On Sale, Agua Caliente Casinos Announced as Title Sponsor of the Cathedral City International Hot Air Balloon Festival’s 10th Anniversary Event
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TICKETS NOW ON SALE: Concert tickets to see international multi-platinum-selling acclaimed singer/songwriter LeAnn Rimes at this year’s Cathedral City International Hot Air Balloon Festival are on sale here …Read more
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City of Cathedral City Announces Parks Renovation Schedule for Fall/Winter 2024
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The City of Cathedral City will be closing the following parks at various dates for maintenance, cleaning and overseeding as we move into fall and winter events season: Dennis Keat Soccer Park – CLOSED Sept. 16 – Oct. 19, 2024 Panorama Park/Dog Park – CLOSED Sept. 23 – Oct. 26, 2024 Ocotillo Park – CLOSED Sept. 30 – Nov. 2, … Read more
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CONE ZONE ALERT: Soil Removal Under Ofelia Bringas Memorial Bridge/Date Palm Drive Under Way Along Cathedral Canyon Drive
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Contera Construction Corp. started working on the soil removal under Ofelia Bringas Memorial Bridge and Date Palm Drive Bridge. These projects consist of removing soil and debris deposited under these bridges during Tropical Storm Hilary. The soil removal is intended to restore the streambed elevation of …Read more
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Riverside County Down Payment Assistance Program Available for First Time Home Buyers
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The Riverside County American Rescue Plan Act First Time Home Buyer Down Payment Assistance Program (ARPA FTHB) is designed to provide assistance to low to moderate-income persons in the purchase of their first home. Assistance may be provided for the down...Read more
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S.C.R.A.P. Gallery to Host Real People, Real Climate, Real Change Exhibit, Sept. 13 – Nov. 17, 2024
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It's for real. S.C.R.A.P. Gallery invites you to journey through climate change with the exhibit "Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes" from Sept. 13 through Nov. 17, 2024. This family-friendly, participatory exhibit demonstrates how climate change is changing and how those changes affect people's lives around the country and the world. Read more
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Applications Now Available for City of Cathedral City's FY 2024-2025 Community Arts Grant Program
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The City of Cathedral City is delighted to announce the opening of the application period for the Community Arts Grant Program offered by the City of Cathedral City. This grant aims to support artists and organizations in the creation and implementation of art and art education projects that contribute to the cultural vitality and vibrancy of our … Read more
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Coachella Valley Repertory Announces 2024-2025 Season in Downtown Cathedral City
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COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ADAM KARSTEN has officially announced CVRep’s 2024-2025 Season: five sensational productions of award-winning plays and musicals never before produced by CVRep as well as the World Premiere of a new and timely work selected from the 2023 ORIGINS NEW WORKS PROGRAM. The season starts with …Read more
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Tips to Help Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses From the County of Riverside Emergency Management Department
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The City of Cathedral City and the Coachella Valley continue to experience a prolonged period of extremely hot temperatures. Extreme heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the U.S. However, heat-related illnesses and deaths are largely preventable with proper planning, education and action. The County of Riverside Emergency … Read more
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CONE ZONE ALERT: Landau Boulevard/McCallum Way Intersection Improvements Project
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Starting June 10, 2024, through August 2024, DBX Inc. will be constructing roadway improvements and installing a new traffic signal at Landau Boulevard and McCallum Way. The project will also include the construction of new ADA compliant curb ramps at the intersection. The construction hours will be from 7:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday through … 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. The cooling center at the library will be open June 1 – Oct. 15, 2024, and will have the following hours … Read more
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Free Ice Cream Social
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August 31, 2024
🔥 Cathedral City Fire Department 🔥 🍦 Ice Cream Social 🍦 Event: Ice Cream Social Date: August 31, 2024 Time: 4:00 PM Location: Panorama Park & Ocotillo Park, Cathedral City Details: Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Panorama Park or Ocotillo Park. The Cathedral City Fire Department is hosting a community Ice Cream Social, and everyone is invited. Enjoy free … Read more
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Hands-Only CPR & Stop the Bleed
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September 14, 2024
🩺 Learn to Save Lives with Hands-Only CPR & Stop the Bleed! 🚑 Join us for a life-saving training event where you'll learn essential skills to act quickly in emergencies. 📅 Date: September 14, 2024 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 📍 Location: EOC, 32100 Desert Vista Rd In this training, you'll: Recognize cardiac arrest and perform hands-only CPR Master three crucial …Read more
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Celebrating Agnes Pelton: A Journey to Desert Art Center’s 75th Anniversary
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September 15, 2024
Join us in celebrating Agnes Pelton and the 75th anniversary of the Desert Art Center! 🎨✨ On Sunday, September 15th, from 10:00 am to Noon, come and explore the historic residence where Pelton auctioned off her painting to help create the original Desert Art Center. This "Come & Go Open House" is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in local … Read more
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Financial Literacy for Business Owners
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September 16, 2024
8:30am-4pm Cathedral City City Hall, 68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Registration In today's rapidly changing economic landscape, financial literacy and strategic planning are essential for entrepreneurs and small business owners to thrive. Over the course of this one-day intensive workshop, we will …Read more
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Hands-Only CPR & Stop the Bleed
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September 28, 2024
🩺 Learn to Save Lives with Hands-Only CPR & Stop the Bleed! 🚑 Join us for a life-saving training event where you'll learn essential skills to act quickly in emergencies. 📅 Date: September 28, 2024 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM 📍 Location: EOC, 32100 Desert Vista Rd In this training, you'll: Recognize cardiac arrest and perform hands-only CPR Master three crucial …Read more
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Stachetober 2024
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October 4, 2024
Get ready for the most epic event of the year! The Cathedral City Firefighters proudly present 🚒🔥 STACHETOBER 2024! 🔥🚒 Join us on October 4th at 5 PM at Luchador Brewing Company for an evening of fun, music, and community spirit—all supporting the Cathedral City Boys & Girls Club! 🎶 Music 🏆 Trophies 🎟️ Raffle 🛍️ Silent Auction 👕 …Read more
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CCHS Homecoming Parade & Rally
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October 17, 2024
The Cathedral City High School Homecoming Parade and Rally returns to Downtown Cathedral City on Thursday, October 17th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. The parade route will mirror the route used last time in 2023 where it starts south of Perez Road on Cathedral Canyon Drive and continues south to Avenida Lalo Guerrero and turns left. Once on Avenida …Read more
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Coachella Valleys Battle in the Desert 2024
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October 19, 2024
Come watch the sport of amateur boxing at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater in Downtown Cathedral City. Doors open at 4:00 pm 1st boxing match starts at approximately 5:00 pm For tickets, contact Jesus Gonzalez (760) 335-8895
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Howl-O-Ween
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October 26, 2024
The Cathedral City Parks & Community Events Commission presents Howl-O-Ween 24 Dog Costume Contest from 9-10:30 a.m. at Panorama Park Dog Park, 28905 Avenida Maravilla, Cathedral City, CA 92234. Sponsored by: 1st place prize; Small/Large Dog - $75 from Denny’s on Vista Chino 2nd place prize; Small/Large Dog - $50 from Mary Pickford Theaters 3rd place prize; …Read more
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Halloween Spooktacular 2024
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October 27, 2024
Presented by State Farm Agent, Phil Goodge Cathedral City’s Halloween Spooktacular features trick or treating with over 50,000 pieces of candy! Join friends, neighbors, and family for a Spooktacular time including activities such as Halloween costume contests (two bikes given away each hour), police and fire exhibitions, music, and family games. Halloween Spooktacular provides you with information about the police … Read more
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Cathedral City International Hot Air Balloon Festival
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November 22-24, 2024
The City of Cathedral City is excited to announce Agua Caliente Casinos, the award-winning premier destination for entertainment in the Coachella Valley, as the title sponsor for the 10th-anniversary event, which will take place Friday, Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The festival will feature live food truck vendors from Southern California, a beer and wine garden, tethered balloon rides…Read more
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SnowFest
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December 14, 2024
Snow-Fest, scheduled from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, captures all the holiday spirit and places it at one event with holiday music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, a holiday tree lighting ceremony, and so much more. The annual event also includes Santa's Arrival Snow Fest Express – Free Train Rides Real Snow in the Park! Elf Workshop for Kids …
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Employment
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ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER
CITIZENS ON PATROL (COP)
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LAND DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
POLICE CADET
POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL/ACADEMY GRADUATE
POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT
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PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER - PART-TIME
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II
RESERVE POLICE OFFICER
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER I New
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